This game is a toss-up as both teams have a contingent of Polynesian players. Eagles are attempting to get a wild-card spot in the playoffs and the Bears are playing to avoid any more losses to squeeze into the game too. Cowboys avoided a loss today (barely with a 1 pt win), so they lead the division, but Philly still has a chance with a win over the Bears. I’m rooting along with the rest of my ‘ohana though for the Eagles on this one (since we lived in Philly). Go Eagles!!!

As of the past few weeks, all the Philly Polynesians on the Eagles squad are still nursing injuries or relegated to the practice squad. Fenuki Tupou is on injured reserve. Marcus Mailei and Paul Fanaika are hoping to see game time tonight.

Due to time constraints (have to go see my cousin, Kupono, of “So You Think You Can Dance” fame, return to Hawai’i), I’ll have to place a link for the Bears Polynesian/Islander contingent. I apologize for that, I got too engrossed in watching the Cowboys/Redskins, Colts/Ravens and Steelers/Chiefs matchups. What a shocker in the Steelers/Chiefs game!

Game Watch Links:

Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles - Offense
Injured Reserve

#78 OT Fenuki Tupou (University of Oregon)

Practice Squad

#63 OG Paul Fanaika (Arizona State University)

#41 RB Marcus Mailei (Weber State University)

Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears - #57 Olin Kreutz, #73 Donovan Raiola (practice squad), #75 Matt Toeaina, #59 Pisa Tinoisamoa, *#46 Al Afalava, *#45 Will Ta’ufo’ou (practice squad) & *#62 Johan Asiata (practice squad)

The game is being televised on NBC at 3:20pm HST (KHNL8)
Portland 5:20 PM PDT (KGW8)
Seattle 5:20 PM PDT (KING5)

*For complete NFL Polynesian/Hawaiian/Island Ties players, see HFF Pro Teams .

This game is a toss-up for me as both teams have a contingent of Polynesian players who are both fighting for first place in the AFC North division. Got caught watching the game and what a stunner! Both teams are tied right now with just field goals so far. Polynesian Bengals Jonathan Fanene and Domata Peko are having a great game too. Both defenses are critical to the game right now. The matchup between Steeler Chris Kemoeatu and Bengal Jonathan Fanene is something to see.

Game Watch Links:

Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh - Offense

#68 C Chris Kemoeatu (University of Utah)

#44 RB Frank Summers (University of Nevada-Las Vegas) on Injured Reserve (no pic)

Pittsburgh - Defense

#43 SS Troy Polamalu (University of Southern California)

Cincinnati Bengals

Cincinnati - Defense

Cincinnati Bengals - *#58 Rey Maualuga, #68 Jonathan Fanene, #94 Domata Peko & *#37 Fui Vakapuna

Game on KGMB7

*For complete NFL Polynesian/Hawaiian/Island Ties players, see HFF Pro Teams .

This game is all Pittsburgh Steelers as the defending Superbowl champs are fighting for the lead in the AFC North division. A good bunch of Polynesians are playing for them and unfortunately, none for the Broncos. Denver is on top the AFC West and attempting to spread their lead from the rest of the division opponents.

I’m rooting for the Steelers on this one because I love Troy Polamalu and the rest of the Polynesians on this great team! Go Steelers!

Game Watch Links:

Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh - Offense

#68 C Chris Kemoeatu (University of Utah)

#44 RB Frank Summers (University of Nevada-Las Vegas) on Injured Reserve (no pic)

Pittsburgh - Defense

#43 SS Troy Polamalu (University of Southern California)

Denver Broncos

Hoka! (Too Bad!) Denver has no island players!!

Game on: 3:30 PM HST (ESPN22)
Portland 5:30 PM PDT (ESPN35)
Seattle 5:30 PM PDT (ESPN31)

Aloha Hawai’i Football Fanatics fans!

Sorry got a late start today due to family matters the last several days. I wanted to pay tribute to my Uncle Samuel Kahakumaka Aweau, Jr. who passed away on Friday afternoon. Aloha ‘oe ‘Anakala!

Most of the featured games on the blog are televised locally in Hawai’i. If any fans have other games of interest, let me know and I’ll do my best to cover them as well.

Finished games as of 10am

New Orleans Saints @ Philadelphia Eagles (KHON3)

Final: NO 48 PHI 22

New England Patriots @ NY Jets

Final: NE 9 NY Jets 16

Mid-morning game at 10am

Pittsburgh Steelers @ Chicago Bears (KGMB7)

This game is an islander “toss up” because both are favorite teams and feature players from the islands.

Chicago Bears - Offense
#57 C Olin Kreutz (University of Washington)

Chicago Bears - Defense
#46 S Al Afalava (Oregon State University)
#59 LB Pisa Tinoisamoa (University of Hawai’i)
#75 DT Matt Toeaina (University of Oregon)

Chicago Bears Practice Squad

#45 FB Will Ta’ufo’ou (University of California - Berkeley)
#62 G Johan Asiata (UNLV)
#73 Donovan Raiola (University of Wisconsin)

Sunday Night (afternoon) game at 2:15pm:

N.Y. Giants @ Dallas Cowboys  (KHON3)

This is all Dallas Cowboys as the Giants have no players with island ties at this point of the season.

Woot! Saw this great collector’s item for Troy Polamalu fans. I’ll have to get this one that is scheduled for release in October 2009. You can find more information and photos on McFarlane’s Toys site. Check it out! It really shows off his “mana” (power).