Good entertainment, if only for the hits

Rating: 7/10 (6 April 1999)

I hope no one watches this movie thinking that it will rival "The English Patient" for writing and acting, but it is a heck of a lot more entertaining. Adam Sandler acts out most boys' (and mens') college football fantasy. This 31 year old mama's boy delights locals and wins over the nation by making vicious, violent hits against major college players. I especially liked how his character is a linebacker, instead of an offensive player, because it provides an even more unrealistic twist. It also allows Sandler to make unbelievable tackles that would have to involve defense, obviously. Notable performances by Henry Winkler (Coach) and Kathy Bates (Mama) along with the ESPN crew at the "Bourbon Bowl" rounded out this appropriately screwy spoof.