That guy really had no idea what he was talking about, one may not like football but it's more complex then that guy makes it out to be. There is more to in then just putting a ball in the net, you could simplify any sport down to the way you score.
I cannot stand the NFL, it just bores me to tears trying to watch it. NCAA America football though isn't all that bad and I watch it quite frequently although I'm not overly disappointed if I have something else to do. However I feel the same way about the MLS (Major League Soccer) as I do about the NFL, if I'm going to watch football it almost always has to be an international event like the Euro Cup, World Cup, or the Olympics.
I can respect those guy that play American football since it's something I can't do very well and I do respect that they are athletes, but as entertainment I'll look elsewhere.