It's one of the biggest weekends of the year for guys across America: The Super Bowl. We've spent weeks planning for this event, including the beer, food, friends, location, and bets. On top of that, there's also the Waste Management Open this weekend. Everything is shaping up to be a great time.
However, there's one major problem with the Super Bowl being on a Sunday. That means it's back to work on Monday, and if you plan on drinking beer and taking shots for losing prop bets, Monday at the office is going to be a struggle.
In typical guy fashion, it's likely that you didn't think about this in advance. If you took Monday off, props to you. But if not, don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are some great excuses you can use to get out of work on Monday:
-
My dog got sick: This may not seem believable at first, but think about it. You can say, "Yeah, I had some friends over and everyone brought some food. While we were watching the game, our dog got into some of the desserts and was throwing up all night. We had to take him to the vet." This excuse now sounds believable, right?
-
My car got towed: If you told everyone at the office that you were going to a buddy's house for the game, instead of using the classic "I'm having car trouble" or "I got in a car accident" excuse, be more creative. If you say you got in an accident, they might ask for pictures. Instead, say that you parked in a no parking zone and your car got towed, so you have to go pick it up. This excuse is believable, not too obvious, and won't result in further questions.
-
I'm still too drunk: Going for the honest route here. Depending on your relationship with your boss, this might be the way to go. Odds are your boss is hungover too. By letting them know that you were firing bets and taking shots, they may even gain more respect for you. However, be careful with this one, as it could end your career.
The key to executing these excuses successfully is to make them seem real. So when you make the call, don't do it from your bed, hungover, with your eyes half closed. Pull yourself together for two minutes, then you can go back to recovery mode.
P.S. If you didn't get a Dude Food box for your Super Bowl party, you messed up! Make sure you stay stocked up with America's best meat while supporting family farmers.
