These photos feature Blondie and Bishop, the New Orleans construction shop dogs, preparing for the big Super Bowl gameday party.
Leading up to the Super Bowl Bishop and Blondie were renamed Black and Gold in honor of their support for the New Orleans Saints. No doubt they weren’t the only New Orleans pets pulling for the Saints.
Following the win, two media writers referred to the Saints as “America’s Team” because their victory was seen by many to represent the resurgence of New Orleans after the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina.
According to The Neilson Company, Super Bowl XLIV is the most-watched television show in U.S. history. The New Orleans Saints vs. Indianapolis Colts match-up drew 106.5 million viewers, beating all previous Super Bowl records and topping the 1983 “M*A*S*H” finale, which drew 105.97 million viewers.
Congratulations to the New Orleans Saints for winning the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 1, 2009, and becoming the football champions of the world. But beyond being just a feel-good moment in sports history, that day’s victory could result in future benefits for a city whose future was in doubt a few years ago.
An article on AOL’s web site HousingWatch.com says that the city could get a Super Bounce from the win and reports that,
…that annual per capita income in New Orleans could rise by up to $100 now that the Crescent City finally has a winning franchise.”
And says that,
…the short-term psychological boost of a Super Bowl victory could act as an economic tipping point, promoting a virtuous circle that drives real estate prices up over the long term…
…In short, we can only speculate about the likelihood of a Saints property bounce. We do know that with the notable exception of Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans has always been a fun place to live and visit, even during the four decades when the Saints sucked. Well, now the Saints are champions. Brokers, start your engines!”
Cedric looks on as Black and Gold, the New Orleans construction dogs, give Hal a high-5.
