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The Christmas Day games unveiled a pivotal theme: accountability. The noticeable difference in player effort during these marquee matches suggests that expectations need to be established and maintained beyond celebratory moments. It raises an important inquiry: what changes when players are held accountable? It seems collective criticism from the media acted as a catalyst, pushing players to demonstrate their worth and forgo complacency.
This critique extends beyond seasonal viewing statistics, questioning why a league of such potential frequently lags in ensuring each game meets the high standards displayed in recent Christmas matchups.