No, you are not understanding what I just said. It's the city of Milwaukee vs. the city of Chicago, that is the rivalry. It's not just a game, doesn't matter how many games have been played between 2 teams, or team history. Besides, rivalries are meant to sell more tickets and appeal to bigger crowds. If this first game was against the Rochester team, obviously it wouldn't have as much meaning because and teams and cities don't know anything about each other. Geography does play a certain part in most rivalries. With your example TB vs. Florida, very close to each other which will bring a fan base from both sides rather than a GB vs. SF (which is why not many people talk about that being a big rivalry). Same thing here, we know there will be more Chicago fans there to show support then the Rochester Raiders will. You can ask anyone in the this area and the Chicago area, doesn't matter what sport is, when they see these 2 cities against each other on paper they think rivalry. And with your dictionary meaning, Chicago played last year and did quite well. A lot of people down there that support that team don't think we have a chance against them. So, that would mean we are in a position to dispute what they are saying. I understand your point of view and I'm not saying your wrong, but understand my points as well.