The Agony of Defeat: When the Scoreboard Gives You a Literal Upset Stomach

Ah, the life of a sports fan. It’s a wild, unpredictable ride, isn't it? One minute you’re soaring on the wings of victory, basking in the glory of every well-placed pass or defensive stop. And then, well, then there are the other moments. The ones that feel less like a game and more like... a deeply personal affront. Or, in the case of Drew Litton's latest BuffZone masterpiece, a full-blown medical emergency.

Litton, with his signature blend of sharp observation and a touch of empathetic cynicism, has once again hit the nail squarely on the head. We see our hapless Colorado Buffaloes devotee, hunched over, practically green, a literal 'Buffs Upset Stomach' bubbling above his head. The source of his woe? Plain as day on the television screen: a truly dismal 14-42 scoreboard. Ouch. You feel it, don't you?

Now, for anyone who's ever poured their soul into a team, that phrase 'upset stomach' resonates on so many levels. It’s not just a physical ailment, though goodness knows a truly heartbreaking loss can make you feel queasy enough. No, it’s that emotional gut-punch, the indigestible reality that your beloved team just got, shall we say, thoroughly outplayed. And Litton captures that double meaning perfectly, brilliantly. The kind of loss that sits heavy, you know?

And then comes the kicker, the perfect, slightly exasperated query from the other character in the frame: 'Let me guess... too much football for lunch?' It’s a classic Litton moment, isn't it? That understated, yet utterly perceptive observation that zeroes in on the very essence of sports obsession. Because for us fans, sometimes a game isn't just entertainment; it's a meal, a feast, or, unfortunately, sometimes a very bitter pill indeed.

This isn't just about the Buffs, in truth; it’s about every single one of us who has ever invested a piece of ourselves into a team, regardless of the sport or the colors they wear. It’s about the vulnerability, the hope, and yes, the occasional, very real, physical discomfort that comes with such profound loyalty. Drew Litton reminds us, with a knowing wink and a spoonful of humor, that being a fan means feeling everything, sometimes even in your actual stomach. And honestly, for all the pain, we wouldn't have it any other way. Would we?