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For playoffs to work, finish up before NFL

By Jason Sobel

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

ATLANTA -- They should have a little room reserved for us here at East Lake Golf Club. Nothing expansive; even a windowless retreat in the clubhouse basement would work. We would set up 10 or 12 folding chairs in a circle, then take turns as each attendee proffered a personal tale of admission to fly in the face of majority rule. I'd listen intently, nod in agreement every so often. Then it would be my turn. Time to stand up, introduce myself and join this small army in defense of unconventi ...

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