The NFL season officially kicks off today, and do you know what that means?
It means that I will be glued to my television, fanatically cheering on the players that have earned a spot on my fantasy football roster! Being a birdnerd (and an Atlanta area resident) I have a few falcons on my team, as well as an eagle for my starting running back; but alas, there are no cardinals in my line up.
But there’s no cause for avian alarm, for although these bright birds are absent from my team, they are abundant in my backyard.
This fellow showed up today and let me take his picture in between rain showers.
Isn’t he handsome?
I am so glad that he has all but finished molting and is once again proudly displaying his radiant red feathers.
And don’t let the head tilt fool you, he really wasn’t the least bit shy!
And now…are you ready for some football? I know I am!
Backyard Bird Nerd 
Reblogged this on stevenphotos and commented:
Love the cardinal photos. Wish I can get photos like that.
Thanks for re-blogging. 🙂
Anytime!
Oh, he´s sooooo cute and really handsome!!! Very inspiring! Thank you for sharing these wonderful pictures!!! 💕
I think he was rather proud of his handsome plumage!
Ah but you used to have another pro bird team too: the Atlanta Thrashers hockey team! 🙂
Never did understand how they ended up becoming the Winnipeg Jets. Bah humbug, LOL
Thrashers – no longer our hockey team, but still our state bird! 🙂
Here we go Steelers! Here we go!! WOOP WOOP! 🙂
I had Antonio Brown on my fantasy team last year…he helped me win it all! 🙂
He is truly handsome! Lovely you cardinals, even if they don’t make your team 🙂
I only had about two minutes outside with the camera, so I was happy he showed up and wasn’t skittish. 🙂
Such brilliant colour, brought to life for us thousands of miles away by your great shots!
What a lovely thought…thanks! 🙂
beautiful
They really are striking birds. Thanks for stopping by. 🙂
yes, they are…
I’m not much into football but my husband is… I’d rather be painting or drawing! LOL! Your cardinal photos are so awesome! Maybe I can try painting one while my hubby is watching football. 😄
Splendid idea! 🙂
What about Ravens?! No Ravens on your team, Kathy? Lol! Rock on, lady!
I tried for a Raven (Justin Forsett) and a Seahawk, but my attempts were blocked! My son has Steve Smith though. 🙂