Why not? They have it in Florida every other year. The next 2 years are going to be in Florida. Why can't they do the same in Texas?
same reasons why people vacation to florida more then texas I'm not saying it's a rule that it's definitely not in texas 2 years in a row, but saying NFL would rather not do that, rather go to the hotspots
Don't plan on seeing another Super Bowl in Houston until we build our next stadium. Having the Super Bowl here several years ago was because of our new facility, and not because of the city. The owners and reporters hate Houston because they think it's ugly, has lousy weather, and everything is too spread out.
the everything is too spread out argument doen't fly. there are few cities with facilities more tightly compacted than houston was able to offer to those involved in the media and the NFL. everything happened on the main street corridor. when they didn't, owners had limos provided to take them elsewhere. The only real exception was the NFL's decision to put the Panthers in the Greenspoint area, which was flat out dumb. the weather in january/february in houston is better than most places, so i don't think that works either. it's certainly no different from NOLA, from a weather standpoint. http://www.houstonarchitecture.info/haif/lofiversion/index.php/t152.html "I've heard nothing but great things from the owners," Texans owner Bob McNair said about Super Bowl XXXVIII. "Each one I've spoken with enjoyed their experience in Houston. I don't think there's any question about us getting another one." Titans owner Bud Adams shared a suite at Reliant Stadium with Kansas City owner Lamar Hunt. Next door was Buffalo owner Ralph Wilson. "They had a great time," Adams said from Houston. "Lamar and Ralph were very impressed with the stadium and the way everyone treated them while they were here. They really enjoyed themselves. Houston put its best foot forward, and the league was happy with the way everything went. I think we'll get another Super Bowl." Former Miami coach Don Shula, an honorary coach at Sunday's Pro Bowl, led the Dolphins to a 24-7 victory over Minnesota in Super Bowl VIII at Rice Stadium. "It was a great week for me," Shula said. "I was honored at the St. Jude's luncheon, and that was special. Being back in Houston for a Super Bowl 30 years after we won the first one brought back a lot of great memories. "I was really impressed with Reliant Stadium. That stadium's first class all the way. They didn't miss anything when they built it. My only disappointment was not seeing how the roof worked. I wanted to see it open and close. "The NFL and everyone I talked to was impressed with the way Houston handled the whole situation. That's going to help them get another Super Bowl." Tampa Bay receiver Keenan McCardell, a Houston native who resides in Greatwood during the offseason, served as a tour guide for such NFL players as Keyshawn Johnson, Anthony McFarland, Shaun King, Derrick Brooks, Charles Woodson and Fernando Bryant. "They wanted to see as much of Houston as they could, and I was excited to show them around my hometown," McCardell said. "I wanted to show them Houston in a different light. "I put them in the middle of everything. Going to the Main Event downtown on Friday and Saturday nights was unbelievable. It was a madhouse, Mardi Gras-ish. But everyone was having fun. They thought the city put on a great show and said they'd like to see Houston get another Super Bowl." McCardell said his friends spent a lot of time shopping in the Galleria. "I took them to the Galleria area during the day, and they left a lot of money there," he said. "I mean, you can't help but spend a lot of money at the Galleria. "I think some of them didn't realize how many great restaurants we have. The restaurants accommodated everybody. And they had a blast at all the clubs, too." New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan, who played at Westbury High School and Texas Southern, got a hotel room downtown. "I was able to walk everywhere," he said. "On Friday and Saturday nights, downtown Houston reminded me of New Orleans. Fans could walk everywhere, which makes it so much easier on everybody. "Having that block party on Main Street made it a better experience for everyone, including the fans. They got to see players everywhere, and they didn't have to go to some exclusive club and get on some exclusive list in order to have fun. "I think it was a great experience for fans, and, as a player, I enjoyed it because I was able to have a great time and be within walking distance of everything." Like members of the media, many of the players took advantage of restaurants, golf courses and two Rockets games at Toyota Center. Just about everyone who stayed at the Hilton Americas-Houston, the NFL headquarters and primary media hotel, and who worked at the Media Center in the George R. Brown Convention Center, was impressed with the facilities. "But let me tell you something," Strahan said, "you can't beat the stadium. To be able to open and close the roof and control the climate is unparalleled. "Without a doubt, Houston's going to get another Super Bowl because it was a totally positive experience. I've been to Super Bowls that weren't a positive experience. But everyone I've talked to had a blast and can't wait to come back. I'm already looking forward to the next Super Bowl in Houston." Of the Panthers and Patriots surveyed at the Pro Bowl, the only complaints came from Carolina players who were housed at the Wyndham Greenspoint. It wasn't the hotel but the distance from downtown and the Galleria area. "I'll be honest with you," Carolina defensive tackle Kris Jenkins said. "I thought we got the short end of the stick being stuck out at Greenspoint while the Patriots were at the Galleria (InterContinental Hotel). But I don't blame Houston for that. I blame the NFL for putting us there. "Houston's a fun town. I just wish they'd put us closer to everything. I love going to Houston in the offseason. I'll be back this offseason to party and enjoy myself. Other than staying so far away from everything, I had a great time." Expect to see more of New England defensive tackle Richard Seymour in Houston. "I loved it," Seymour said. "Good, old Southern hospitality. I'm thinking of moving there."
Indy was awarded the Super Bowl in 2012 today. I only hope that there's a work stoppage in 2011 and there won't be a Super Bowl that season.
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/front/5791854.html Indy lands 2012 Super Bowl By JOHN McCLAIN Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle TOOLS BUCKHEAD, Ga. — There were no surprises today when NFL owners voted to give the 2012 Super Bowl to Indianapolis. Houston and Arizona were the other finalists in voting at the league's summer meetings in suburban Atlanta. As had been predicted, the owners awarded Indianapolis the Super Bowl because the Colts are moving to the new Lucas Oil Field this season. Ninety-five percent of the stadium was financed with public money. As it did with Houston, Detroit, Arizona and Dallas, the league awarded a Super Bowl with voters approving public money for new stadiums. The Houston contingent, led by Texans owner Bob McNair, can now make a run at the 2013 Super Bowl. The next four Super Bowls are set: Tampa 2009, Miami 2010, Dallas 2011 and Indianapolis 2012. The competition for 2013 should be fierce. Arizona, which did a fantastic job with this year's Super Bowl, is trying to get into the rotation, as is Dallas. New Orleans is expected to get back in the picture. ``I'm surprised,'' said John Nau, chairman of Houston's Super Bowl bid committee. ``You don't know the outcome of any election until the voting. We know we had a strong, compelling bid. A number of voters told Bob McNair that we has the best presentation. ``We're disappointed for the city. A lot of hard work went into this process. We're going to look at Super Bowls in the future.'' Houston, which hosted the 2004 Super Bowl, was the first candidate eliminated. The city's bid included a video message from former president George Bush and CBS announcer Jim Nantz.
Just face it, unless you are a city that got a new stadium (and then that city gets awarded the SB like Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Indy, Detroit etc) then you aren't getting the game. Miami, Tampa, Phoenix, New Orleans. Those 4 cities will get the game because the "Media" doesn't want to travel to cold weather cities.
I feel sorry for all the out of towners who have to come into Indy for the game. Indy is sooooo boring
I'd be willing to bet Detroit and Indy won't be in the normal mix. I think they'll just get their one Super Bowl because they built a new stadium. Indy gets a lot of Final Fours and I'm sure that'll continue.
Yes, because Atlanta, Houston, and Dallas are cold weather cities. On average, Phoenix is 3.8 degrees warmer in February than Houston is.
The Super Bowl is supposed to be more than just the game. It's also about rewarding the teams that made it there by having kickass parties and stuff. It wouldn't be much of a reward to visit the likes of Houston, Dallas or Indy. Instead, the cites should simply rotate between San Diego, New Orleans, and Miami. Maybe they can even include the Rose Bowl in the mix as well.
I went to Indianapolis once, a bum was like "what time is it", I was like "5:21", he was like"..." then walked away. Then I was like.."why the hell does a bum care about the time?" but then I was like, "that wasn't a bum, people from Indianapolis just look like that."
