League players these days tread a fine line,

Slowing down the play the ball, delaying time only to be found out for their crime

They creep like you or I in a bar, not getting back 10, leaving the door ajar

For the ref to say "ya'll ain't gonna push me that far"

They try to get up quick, like a purse snatcher who jacks then splits

Or push an offload like a Cuban trying to push their last boat-load

These tricks never really pay, a sloppy play the ball or a loose carry

The smart cookies then have their say, earning their salary

But it never really works cos the refs always win,

Wouldn't it be nice if a coach committed the ultimate sin

Preaching "lads don't push the envelope, no mistakes or penalties and we're sure to win"

But by the way things are looking that coach would have to have down a bit of gin.