What's the long-term impact of this?

My love for NFL football in general has definitely taken a hit. My love for the Saints has not and I don't think it ever will. Its just too ingrained in me for that to change. So unfortunately the NFL will still get my money when it comes to my support of the Saints. I will, however, make a conscious effort to not get so emotionally involved anymore and just look at it as a game and a few hours of entertainment on Sundays instead of something I spend so much time on.