That’s right, kids: The season starts tonight.

Tonight’s matchup:

vs.

The ESPN pre-game show will feature Rush Limbaugh (yes, that Rush Limbaugh) and Michael Irvin joining Chris Berman and company. ABC’s “NFL Kickoff Live 2003” concert/show features: Britney Spears, Aerosmith, Mary J. Blige and others. That’s all well and fine… but, to be honest: I could do without them. The big draw for me is: Aretha Franklin; she will sing the national anthem to conclude the concert and officially open the new NFL season. Awww, yeah. Aretha makes (just about) anything alright.

And, it’s only hours away…

::: bliss :::