But a few stand-out quarterbacks are creating a lot of buzz for both their on the field prowess and movie-caliber antics beyond the locker room.

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On a field as vast as 50 football pitches, stand row upon row of huge solar panels, tilted to capture as much light as possible.

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And what better way to do so than to throw myself into a practice (a seemingly good idea while seated comfortably at my Manhattan desk), attend a pep rally and stand field-side with the Sea Gals during the NFC Championship game on Jan. 22.

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