The emotional gulf between these two feels monstrous, insurmountable, yet we're supp osed to believe they're linked by more than moola. So, in a key Monday-night football match that may give the Cardinals a spot in the playoffs, Rod risks life and limb to catch a touchdo wn pass. Hit in midair, he lands upside down and doesn't move. Jerry rushes from the stands to the sidelines. Rod's wife grows hysterical.
Viewers wait with bated breath.
Finally, Rod blinks. Then he stands up as the stadium roars. He's still clutching the football. He spikes it and then dances all over the field to resounding cheers. After the game, Rod walks out of the locker room to greet a mass of reporters.