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 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)

The big rivalry between Philly and Dallas will be renewed as they fight over who will dominate the NFC East in first place. The Eagles and Cowboys are tied with the same win-loss records. Someone has to lose tonight and with the Chargers upset over the Giants in the last remaining seconds of today’s game, either Dallas or Philly has a chance to get a game ahead.

Dallas has ex-Hawai’i Warrior punter, Matt McBriar, who is third in the NFL with a 41.3 yds punt average. Auwe! that’s a mean leg! and huge Polynesian, Junior Siavi’i, who looks to start this evening with Jay Raitliff on the sidelines. Watch out for these two to make a difference in the game.

On the Eagles squad, all the Philly Polynesians 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 play if something happens in the depth chart tonight.

I’m rooting along with the rest of my ‘ohana for the Eagles on this one (since we lived in Philly) while my son-in-law, Akiona IV (Ala Akiona), is rooting for the Cowboys. The mana (power) may have very well have crossed over from the Phillies camp (sad about that one, Darn Yankees!) to the Eagles camp. So here goes. . . Go Eagles!!!

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)

Dallas Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys - Offense
#1 P Matt McBriar (University of Hawai’i)

Dallas Cowboys - Defense

#78 DT Junior Siavi’i (University of Oregon)

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

Another game filled with Polynesians and islanders that features Max Unger (Oregon - Hawai’i Prep (Hawai’i)), Dominic Raiola (Nebraska - St. Louis (O’ahu)), Jordon Dizon (Colorado - Waimea (Kaua’i)) and former USC standout, Lofa Tatupu. We also lost former islanders in Detroit (Ikaika Alama-Francis & Toniu Fonoti) during the season. Rookies and veterans in this game will be fun to watch. Good luck guys and wishing you the HFF best!!

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Seattle Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks - Offense
#60 OC/G Max Unger (University of Oregon).

Seattle Seahawks - Defense
#51 LB Lofa Tatupu (University of Southern California)

Detroit Lions

Detroit Lions -  #51 C Dominic Raiola (Nebraska) & #57 LB Jordon Dizon (Colorado)

Game on: Portland 1:00 PM PDT (KPTV12)
Seattle 1:00 PM PDT (KCPQ13)

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

Both teams are heading downhill in mid-season and haven’t found the football magic yet to save their season. Redskins coach, Jim Zorn, is in the hot seat for the team’s pathetic game performances. Eagles coach, Andy Reid, was embarassed last week with an offense that needed a spark from veteran quarterback, Donovan McNabb. The Phillies they are not. If only that “mana” could cross the street to Lincoln Financial Field, the Eagles might have a chance.

Former Hawai’i Warrior, Colt Brennan, is on injured reserve and seems to have missed his chance to play this year. Boy! Would he had made an impact if he was playing now. Fellow Polynesian, Mike Sellers, continues to impress with his special teams play.

Unfortunately, all the Philly Polynesians are off the active roster. Fenuki Tupou is on injured reserve. While Marcus Mailei and Paul Fanaika have been put on the practice squad. Chances are they may not see game play unless something drastic happens in the depth chart.

Game Watch Links:

Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles - Offense
Injured Reserve

#78 OT Fenuki Tupou (Oregon)

Practice Squad

#63 OG Paul Fanaika (Arizona State)

#41 RB Marcus Mailei (Weber State)

Washington Redskins

Washington Redskins - Offense
#5 QB Colt Brennan (University of Hawai’i)

#45 RB Mike Sellers (Walla Walla CC)

The game is being televised at 2:30pm HST (ESPN22)
Portland 5:30 PM PDT (ESPN35)
Seattle 5:30 PM PDT (ESPN31)

Aloha Sunday! Just back from my hiatus. Sorry for the late morning updates, quick info on locally televised National Football League (NFL) games on Sunday and Monday Night. Also from today on, HFF will be adding more information for Portland (OR) and Seattle (WA) readers. As this blog continues to grow, we appreciate all the readers support and word-of-mouth advertisement. This is the quick format and I’ll return to the regular format next week.

Sun, Oct 18 Stadium Time

For the early-risers
Auwe! Still sleeping! Gotta do this the day before.

For the brunch bunch
BUF @ NYJ Giants Stadium 10:00 AM HST (KGMB7)

Buffalo Bills - #55 Kawika Mitchell, #61 Marvin Philip & #18 C.J. Hawthorne (practice squad)
New York Jets - #78 Wayne Hunter, #91 Sione Pouha, #63 Tavita Thompson & #79 Ropati Pitoitua

TEN @ NE Gillette Stadium
Portland 1:00 PM PDT (KOIN6)

Tennessee Titans - #68 Kevin Mawae & *#29 Ryan Mouton
New England Patriots - *#47 Jake Ingram

ARI @ SEA Qwest Field
Portland 1:00 PM PDT (KPTV12)
Seattle 1:00 PM PDT (KCPQ13)

Arizona Cardinals - #51 Pago Togafau & #76 Deuce Lutui
Seattle Seahawks - #51 Lofa Tatupu & #60 Max Unger

For the afternoon/evening folks
CHI @ ATL Georgia Dome 2:20 PM HST (KHNL8)
Portland 5:20 PM PDT (KGW12)
Seattle 5:20 PM PDT (KING5)

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)
Atlanta Falcons - #1 Jason Elam

*Don’t forget too da Phillies! and island boy, Shane Victorino. Dodgers @ Phillies 2:00p HST/ 5:00p PDT (TBS45 & TBS55 - Portland & Seattle)

Mon, Oct 19 Stadium Time

Are you ready for da football! Monday Night Football on ESPN!
DEN @ SD Qualcomm Stadium 2:30 PM HST (ESPN22)
Portland 5:30 PM PDT (ESPN35)
Seattle 5:30 PM PDT (ESPN31)

Hoka! (Too Bad!) Denver has no island players!! Go Chargers!!
San Diego Chargers - #86 Brandon Manumaleuna

Byes: Cowboys, Colts, Dolphins, 49ers
*Schedule Courtesy of NFL.com

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

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