doing all the hard work until the peak and pivotal moment of success, at which time the rug us pulled out from under you and someone else is inserted in your position. Sometimes receiving your glory, but more often, failing miserably.

A reference to Doug Flutie's career in the NFL.

A pick me is a woman that is willing to do anything for male approval. She will embarrass or throw other women under the bus to achieve this goal. The unfortunate thing about a pick me is usually the men they are trying to seek approval from are of poor quality and treat women badly, leaving little real benefit for the pick me.

the bestest best member(s) of the marching band. short for "flute player"

poor person who barely gets by day to day