COWBOYS AND CHARGERS TONIGHT

Author Craig Shemon

October 16th, 2023 12:43 PM

It’s the Cowboys and Chargers tonight on Monday Night Football!  These are actually two interesting teams to watch.  On one hand, the Dallas Cowboys can look like Super Bowl contenders one week and unorganized losers the next.  In the simplest of terms, if Dan Prescott is good then the Cowboys win.  If he is a turnover machine then the team will lose.  Now, I know you can say that about any quarterback.  But in Prescott’s case, he becomes an interesting case-study.  As talented as he is, if he has to throw more than 25 times the team does not typically do well.  Kind of interesting for one of the highest paid quarterbacks in the league.

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Meanwhile, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert needs to throw.  A lot!  Why?  Because he has to overcome questionable coaching decisions and put a lot of points on the board.  Plus it seems to me the Chargers are always involved in high scoring shootouts on the field.   And, I personally think he’s one of the most exciting players in the league to watch.

COWBOYS AND CHARGERS TONIGHT

Get ready for Cowboys and Chargers tonight with a quiz!

1. Can you name the LA Chargers head coach? Brandon Staley
2. Before becoming the Chargers head coach where did Staley serve as DC? LA Rams
3. Where did Dak Prescott play in college? Mississippi State
4. Who was Dak Prescott’s coach at Mississippi State? Dan Mullen
5. Where did Justin Herbert go to school? Oregon
6. Where did Khalil Mack go to school? Buffalo
7. Before becoming a head coach in Green Bay Mike McCarthy was the OC for two teams. Can you name one?  Saints and 49ers
8. Where did Jerry Jones go to school? Arkansas
9. Name the stadium tonight’s game where tonight’s game will be played? SoFi Stadium
10. What is the Chargers current record? 2-2

–Craig Shemon

ESPN Southwest Florida

Best Halloween Events In Southwest Florida, Updated

• Farmer Mike's Haunted Corn Maze

  Farmer Mike’s annual Fall Festival and Corn Maze is back for its 7th season. There is a more kid friendly Amazing Honeybee Corn Maze as well. Festivities include zombie paintball, bounce houses, pumpkin patch and all kinds of fun. Events are every Friday through November 5th. However, the haunted corn maze is Friday and Saturday nights from October 6th to 28th. Prices vary. Farmer Mike’s is in Bonita Springs. More info here.
  

• Frightmare on 78

  Halloween has returned to Gator Mikes. This year it is Frightmare on 78: Back from the dead. Muster your courage to take the haunted hike through Gator Mike’s wooded area. You never know what you will encounter along the way. Be prepared to scream. The event takes place every weekend through October 28. Tickets start at $20. Gator Mike’s Family Fun Park is on Pine Island Road in Cape Coral. Click here for more.
  

• Haunted Walk, Dead By Dawn

  At the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium this is a decades long tradition. Take a 30 minute walk on an elevated boardwalk,  through the wooded, sometimes swampy areas of the nature center. You never know what is lurking in the darkness. The event runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights through Halloween. More info here. $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

   

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• Boo At The Zoo

  A fun event for kids at the Naples Zoo. Dress up and walk the Trick-or-treat trail. Games, contests, prizes and lots more. the fun is October 13-16 from 9am-1pm each day. Free admission for kids in costume. More info here. 

   

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• Halloween Notte – Port Charlotte Pumpkin Festival Scare Park

  Halloween Notte – Port Charlotte Pumpkin Festival Scare Park opens October 13th at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds. There are crazy, scary haunted houses but also some less scary events and fun for kids of all ages. Halloween Notte is only held on the weekends through October 31st. Prices vary. More info here.

   

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• Halloween In The Park

  Put on by the City of Bonita Springs, this outdoor movie screening features “Casper.” Bring your chairs and blankets. Besides the movie there will be pumpkin decorating trick-or-treating, photo, food, entertainment and more. The park will be filled with spooky lights and fog too. the event is in and around Riverside Park on Saturday, October 21st from  5:30-9 p.m. More info here.

  

• Hallowine Mercato

  This adult part is a l Hallowine Wine Walk through Mercato in Naples. Your screams will be of delight, not fear, sampling food and wine. There is a costume contest and lots more. It’s Wednesday, October 25, from 6-9p.m. Enjoy a commemorative wine glass too. Advance tickets $65, 4 for $220. $80 at the door. More info here.
  

• Halloween Nights In The Gardens

  This fun Halloween event is at Wonder Garden’s in Bonita Springs. Events run Thursdays and Saturdays from 5-8 pm. In addition, there are family events October 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 26 and 28 that include games, activities, photos, animal enrichment and more. Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs. <a href=”https://wondergardens.org/halloween-nights-in-the-gardens/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>More here</a>.
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• Springtime Farms Fall Festival and Haunted Nights

  Springtime Farms is in North Fort Myers and their Fall Festival runs through October 29th. Here you will enjoy a pumpkin patch, hay rides, a petting zoo, and more. There is also a Haunted Maze, Haunted Trail, and Bird Aviary.

  

• Hogwart's Halloween Family Concert

  This night of music is presented by Gulf Coast Symphony at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers. It’s not just about music. The lobby will be filled with entertainers and all kinds of magic before the show. October 29th, 1:00. More <a href=”https://www.bbmannpah.com/events/detail/gulf-coast-symphony-presents-hogwarts-halloween” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>info here</a>.

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• Halloween Science Cruise

  <span style=”color: #1f1f1f;”>The Spooky Fun Halloween Science Show takes place on a boat with Pure Florida. Set sale October 21st at 10am. While on board enjoy slimy, spooky experiments and demos while enjoying the great outdoors. Boat departs from Tin City Docks. Kids $23, Adults $46. More <a href=”https://www.purefl.com/pure-florida-presents-halloween-fun-science-kids-cruise/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>info here</a>. </span>
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• Rocky Horror Picture Show

  This is a classic Halloween activity. The campy, interactive movie is playing several places during the month of October. One is at Arts Bonita. Here, the move is outdoors. The screening is Monday October 30th at 7pm. $15 includes prop bag

  

• Wicked Walk And Dark Art

  These are two different events taking place at the Sidney & Bern Davis Art Center in downtown Fort Myers. The Wicked Walk is an immersive art experience put on by students. It involves a variety of performances. Octoboer 19th, 6-9pm. $10 adults, $5 children.

  The Dark Art Exhibit features haunting and unnerving art from local artists. Works are on display now through October 25th. More info here.
  

• Spooktacular Drink & Treat

  Dress up and bar hop via this spooky trolley, in downtown Cape Coral. It’s the 10th annual Halloween Trolley party. Expect costume contests, photo booths, prizes, and candy. Enjoy different Halloween themed food and drink at each of the eleven participating bars and restaurants. October 21st, 7-11pm. $22 advance tickets. Designated Drivers $17.  More info here.

  

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