Die- Hard Chicago Bears Fan Loses More Than a Bet
Fan Loses His Name
Scott Wiese 26, from Forsyth Illionois, pledged in front of a crowd at a Decatur, Illinois bar that if the Chicago Bear's lost the superbowl game to the Colt's, he would legally change his name to that of Payton Manning.
Scott will now have to advertise in the local newspaper, The Herald Review for several weeks before a judge can give permission for him to legally change his name. Wiese however did not make any promises about how long he would keep the name.
Wiese and Manning have little in common as far as look and interests are concerned. Wiese is described by Associated Press as being 5-foot 11 and working at Staples, while Manning is 6-foot 5, and quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts.
Wiese is quoted as saying "I think I kind of represent all Bears fans, Not that I'm saying they're idiots like me, but I represent their passion because I really care about my team, you know?"
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8 Comments
Post a CommentAgreed, he's a fool! Why can't people be more passionate about something that matters. I do love my Chicago Bulls however.
ha ha, oh man that sucks! I guess dont bite off more than you can chew ! And i would use alcohol to get out of it, if at all possible.
I agree Lucida, he is a fool!
I agree Lucida, he is a fool!
Oh what a fool. Die-hard or not....what a fool. Nice work on this one.
Never mind the expression, "men and their toys." What about men and their sports? Interesting article!
Can you imagine having to change everything? SSI #, credit cards, Drivers license, rent or morgage??
Great, informative article!