Usually the NFL playoffs are a time of heated but good natured debate among the football fans at TIC Gums.

Obviously, there is a large contingent of fans of the hometown Baltimore Ravens but there is also a vocal group of Pittsburgh Steelers fans. In fact, the Baltimore vs. Pittsburgh rivalry is a year round event for here. Regardless of the season, work spaces are decorated in team colors and team loyalties have even been used as themes for product cuttings and tastings.

But this year is different. With the elimination of the Steelers from the playoffs, there hasn't been much of a football buzz at the Texture Innovation Center^® this week. 

And, just in case, you are wondering what team the Gum Guru^® routs for--