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To paraphrase an old saying, writing only requires opening a vein. The NFL fan is forced to do so every offseason to survive the football-less doldrums.

The time between meaningful games is excruciating. No other sport requires the sacrifice that the football faithful must offer.

Fans feast on the NFL draft much the way a rabid dog devours scraps. A steak would be preferred, but beggars can't be choosers.

From one fan to another, understand why your seasonal depression stretches from February to September.