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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 14, 2006, 08:13:17 PM
Welcome to all Villa fans who suddenly have a favourite American Football team.

I thought that in light of today's events we should have somewhere to discuss events NFL-wise.

So here it is.

No messing about please or I'll subject you all to more babbling about baseball and Tangerine Dream. [-X

Today sees the most important event in the NFL pre-season. I am of course referring to the debut of the broadcasting legend that is Tony Kornheiser on ESPN's "Monday Night Football" as they broadcast the Raiders v Vikings game.

(http://www.thiswebsitestinks.com/images/tk_dance_hands.jpg)

Good luck Satch from your one and only fan in England.

The real games start in early September. I'll be in Boston for the Bills @ Patriots game on Sep 10th.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Hammer on August 14, 2006, 08:36:36 PM
Go Panthers.

I worked in Charlotte for two summers, 1998 and 1999. I then went on to Chicago, Boston and New Jersey... and people tried to convert me wherever I went, but even though I don't follow the NFL too closely, I can't just change the team I follow.

That said, I hope the Browns have a good season :D
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Florida Villa on August 14, 2006, 08:41:44 PM
Live near Tampa , but would not follow them for obvious reasons ,  have distinct leaning towards the Eagles, but will probably make an effort to watch the Browns now  \:D/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 14, 2006, 09:00:40 PM
Quote from: "Hammer"
Go Panthers.

I worked in Charlotte for two summers, 1998 and 1999. I then went on to Chicago, Boston and New Jersey... and people tried to convert me wherever I went, but even though I don't follow the NFL too closely, I can't just change the team I follow.

That said, I hope the Browns have a good season :D


I went to a MNF game in Charlotte a couple of years back. I flew in that afternoon and straight out again in the morning. I really must try to get back there again some time.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Pants on August 14, 2006, 09:02:36 PM
The Steelers have always been my team, the old man visited about 20 years ago and came back with shirt, cap etc.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 14, 2006, 09:02:44 PM
Quote from: Florida Villa
Live near Tampa , but would not follow them for obvious reasons ,  have distinct leaning towards the Eagles, but will probably make an effort to watch the Browns now  \:D/

I have friends in Reddington Shores (sp). There's a great Italian restaurant nearby. On the night I was there Esteban Yan (D'Rays pitcher at the time) was entertaining two blondes !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on August 14, 2006, 09:41:53 PM
Nope, not even billionaire American owners are enough to make me watch American football, it's an awful, awful sport.

Now baseball, I can watch that!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on August 14, 2006, 10:14:44 PM
I have normally followed New England, as I like Brady at QB, the roughness of the Defensive line and people like Deon Branch etc.

However, I can say that I like the Browns now!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on August 15, 2006, 12:35:43 AM
I used to follow Philadelphia, only because they were the team I was good with  at John Madden on Megadrive!

I'll be a Browns man now.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 15, 2006, 07:36:52 AM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"


Now baseball, I can watch that!



Is this approval for me to start a baseball thread ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 15, 2006, 07:57:37 AM
The Arizona Cardinals finally sign their First Round draft pick, QB Matt Leinart to a 6 year contract.

Leinart should have left college last year after leading USC to the national championship. At that point he would probably have been the Number One player taken. However, he decided to go back to college and join his (now ex) girlfriend in a ballroom dancing class.

Staying in college cost him several million dollars

Leinart has since been linked with that well known intellectual Miss Paris Hilton.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Hawkesey on August 15, 2006, 08:39:57 AM
Vikings fan here, although without Daunte we'll be up shit creek minus paddle.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave P on August 15, 2006, 08:44:03 AM
Quote from: "Florida Villa"
Live near Tampa


I'm going to Tampa with the Mrs






sorry  8-[
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on August 15, 2006, 11:28:17 AM
I'm an Eagles fan as it was there that I saw my first NFL game in '84 - they were shit back then and lost that game (to the 49ers), but I've stayed loyal through all the years of disappointment ever since. Never saw them play again except in an exhibition match at Wembley a few years later, which I think was actually against the Cleveland Browns.

I have a soft spot for Cleveland as it was the first US city I ever went to (after NYC), and I have some good memories of times I spent working around there one summer. I never saw the Browns play though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on August 15, 2006, 11:32:50 AM
This "love-in" with The Browns is as painful as Terrell Owens hamstring right now!

Question for UKRedsox: Is there no more Madden/Micheals on MNF this season then?

..and I'm still waiting for Richard to join in telling us how crap he thinks the NFL is.  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on August 15, 2006, 11:41:04 AM
Im a Jets fan as the first game i ever saw was the Monday Night Miracle, when they came back from about 35 points down against the dolphins. There's kind of a Browns link there as Joe Namath played for the Browns after he left the Jets. Tenuous though.

CT, I think John Madden has moved to Sunday night games (shown on channel 5 over here) and the commentators from sunday nights last year have moved to mondays (also shown on channel 5)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ricky on August 15, 2006, 11:43:36 AM
Only cause I saw them both last year but..

Go Colts!

College - Go Buckeyes!! ........

Or something like that? :-#
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on August 15, 2006, 12:16:57 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"


Now baseball, I can watch that!



Is this approval for me to start a baseball thread ?


I can't approve anything, I am a mere minion on this site!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 15, 2006, 01:12:01 PM
Quote from: "CT"

Question for UKRedsox: Is there no more Madden/Micheals on MNF this season then?



Due to decreased ratings MNF has switched from Network TV to ESPN on Cable/Satellite (now featuring the genius Tony "Satchmo" Kornheiser").

John & Al will now be doing NBC's flagship Sunday Night Game.

I assume that Channel 5 will be showing these games but there's nothing on the "Five" website.

Sky are showing double headers for at least the first three weeks of the season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on August 15, 2006, 03:51:11 PM
49ers and Florida Marlins for me.


Both are pants.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Simon Ward on August 15, 2006, 04:52:01 PM
Quote from: "Rotterdam"
49ers and Florida Marlins for me.


Both are pants.


As is American Football and Baseball. O:)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 17, 2006, 06:10:16 AM
Da Bears and the Cubs, for obvious reasons. Will never revert to being a Browns fan.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 17, 2006, 07:48:54 AM
Good news for all you Cowboys fans, T.O. has practised for the first time
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 17, 2006, 09:20:46 AM
Our new favourite NFL team seems to be struggling at the Center position.

Firstly LeCharles Bentley goes down injured now Alonzo Ephraim (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2551170) is suspended for drug use.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on August 17, 2006, 09:31:47 AM
I keep an eye on New Englands scores, and league position. But not to the point that I can say I really care. Its a sport so i try and have a team to follow. New England because of England- although i will try and have an interest in the Browns next season. In baseball I keep an eye out for kansas scores as they are shit and finish bottom nearly every season.

But in reality American football, baseball, basketball are all bollocks.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on August 17, 2006, 09:58:35 PM
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Good news for all you Cowboys fans, T.O. has practised for the first time


Only just! It's all going to end in tears, it's Stan Collymore all over again!  #-o

Peter w wrote:

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But in reality American football, baseball, basketball are all bollocks.


2 out of 3 - Good enough!  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 18, 2006, 08:28:46 AM
Quote from: "peter w"
In baseball I keep an eye out for kansas scores as they are shit and finish bottom nearly every season.



The Royals truly are shite but they still went and beat my Red Sox last week  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on August 18, 2006, 04:22:07 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "peter w"
In baseball I keep an eye out for kansas scores as they are shit and finish bottom nearly every season.



The Royals truly are shite but they still went and beat my Red Sox last week  ](*,)



Wahoo! Are they bottom?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on August 19, 2006, 04:28:43 PM
Cleveland won last night in a preseason game, beating Detroit 20-16
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on August 19, 2006, 06:55:22 PM
Philly Eagles  ](*,) Notorious for bad fans, bad attitudes, and sniveling bastard players. I think I'd pick the Dallas Cowboys over them, and that's quite painful for me to type!

I've never been the type of person who is dazzled over wealthy teams and star athletes. I have a soft spot for the underdog...I love teams that play for pride. Washington Redskins...now there's a team with heart. I've been a loyal fan since I was a little girl.
I've never had any reason to dislike the Cleveland Browns, other than their hideous colours. ;)  I will definitely be watching them closely this year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: John Abbey on August 19, 2006, 08:56:37 PM
stopped following american football a few years back but my team when I was younger was the Washington Redskins (picked at random during the first season shown on channel 4 with Nicky Horne, they won the superbowl that season but they were my team from week one, Joe Theissman and John Riggins were awesome)
I do have a couple of questions:
The Cleveland Browns (named after founder Paul Brown rather than the colour they play in IIRC) ceased to exist a few years back when the franchise moved to Baltimore and became the Ravens, are the Browns a new club or did the Ravens move back to Cleveland?
Where are the Baltimore Colts based nowadays?
can somebody please post a current list of NFL franchises, preferably showing some history of where they came from eg;
Oakland/LA/back to Oakland Raiders
St Louis/ Phoenix Cardinals etc
just so I can get my bearings again
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 19, 2006, 09:11:04 PM
Quote from: "John Abbey"
stopped following american football a few years back but my team when I was younger was the Washington Redskins (picked at random during the first season shown on channel 4 with Nicky Horne, they won the superbowl that season but they were my team from week one, Joe Theissman and John Riggins were awesome)
I do have a couple of questions:
The Cleveland Browns (named after founder Paul Brown rather than the colour they play in IIRC) ceased to exist a few years back when the franchise moved to Baltimore and became the Ravens, are the Browns a new club or did the Ravens move back to Cleveland?
Where are the Baltimore Colts based nowadays?
can somebody please post a current list of NFL franchises, preferably showing some history of where they came from eg;
Oakland/LA/back to Oakland Raiders
St Louis/ Phoenix Cardinals etc
just so I can get my bearings again


Browns
The original Browns moved to Baltimore and became the Ravens. Part of the deal done by the owners with the NFL was that the Browns name, records and history would remain in limbo until an expansion team was placed in Cleveland. This is what happened and the "new" Browns are Randy's team.

Colts
Left Baltimore under cloak of darkness in the middle of the night back in the 80's. Now in Indy and one of the top teams thanks to QB Peyton Manning and WR Marvin Harrison

Raiders
Oakland > LA > Oakland.

Cardinals
Chicago > St Louis > Phoenix

A good place to check team histories is here (http://www.profootballhof.com/history/teams.jsp)[/b]
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Bad English on August 19, 2006, 11:11:35 PM
This thread had no street-cred whatsoever until Julie came on: a real American who knows her football.

I was expecting a deluge of Dawg fans to give us some real comment from other people who know about football. Come on, you can do better than this. ;-)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on August 20, 2006, 07:05:59 AM
Quote from: "John Abbey"
stopped following american football a few years back but my team when I was younger was the Washington Redskins (picked at random during the first season shown on channel 4 with Nicky Horne, they won the superbowl that season but they were my team from week one, Joe Theissman and John Riggins were awesome


Damn right they were! Don't forget Art Monk and Darrell Green! Those were good years...very very good years. :)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on August 20, 2006, 02:42:43 PM
Julie wrote:

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I'd pick the Dallas Cowboys over them, and that's quite painful for me to type!


We're so close Julie! I reckon by the year 2010 we'll get you at Texas Stadium with the only set of fans left that still do the Mexican Wave....

...apart from Wigan Athletic.  #-o
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: John Abbey on August 21, 2006, 07:01:59 PM
Cheers for the link,UKRedsox. I notice that LA, who had 2 teams when I started watching football, now has none.  Losing one team is unfortunate, losing 2 is just bloody careless isn't it? #-o
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 22, 2006, 07:50:48 AM
Quote from: "John Abbey"
Cheers for the link,UKRedsox. I notice that LA, who had 2 teams when I started watching football, now has none.  Losing one team is unfortunate, losing 2 is just bloody careless isn't it? #-o


There's always rumours of another team moving to LA. In the aftermath of Katrina, the New Orleans Saints were favourites but they now seem committed to staying in NO for the short term at least.

The other team that's mentioned is the Minnesota Vikings. There's actually precident for this because that's where the LA Lakers basketball team moved from.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 24, 2006, 10:01:25 AM
A rare NFL trade....

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ATLANTA -- Filling their need for a No. 3 wide receiver, the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday night acquired disgruntled Denver Broncos veteran Ashley Lelie in a three-team trade.

The Falcons sent former first-round tailback T.J. Duckett to Washington. At worst, the Broncos will receive two draft choices from Washington -- third- and fourth-round picks


The Redskins need a backup running back in case Clinton Portis isn't fit to start the season.

More here (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2558101)


Also, bad news for all the Cowboys fans, T.O. has tweaked his hamstring again (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2558860)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: NickF on August 25, 2006, 09:55:30 PM
I've been a big Redskins fan since the early eighties. I used to listen on Armed Forces Radio back in those days  - desperate reception and all that. Tinternet and Sky makes that a thing of the past thankfully. Think we'll go close this year if we keep Brunell healthy. Certainly the best shape we've been since 1991. NFC East is looking very tough though...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 27, 2006, 06:40:57 PM
Quote from: "NickF"
I've been a big Redskins fan since the early eighties. I used to listen on Armed Forces Radio back in those days  - desperate reception and all that.


That was me in the early eighties as well.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 29, 2006, 08:05:28 AM
I know that coach Art Shell is trying to bring back the old-style Raider throwing game but this (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2564386) just seems like desperation to me.

In Dallas, the T.O. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2564476) troubles are continuing.

It looks like Priest Holmes (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2564293), one of the NFL's recent greats may have played his last game.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on August 29, 2006, 07:22:49 PM
That's a shame for Holmes, I hope he recovers. Larry Johnson had quite a season though last time.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AVFC13 on August 29, 2006, 09:43:23 PM
The Lions are my team.  I've lived in Detroit for 16 years now and follow all the teams here.  The Lions (NFL), Tigers (baseball), Red Wings (Hockey), and the Pistons (basketball).  The Pistons, Red Wings, and the Tigers all finished, or will finish (tigers) with the best record in their sports for the year.  But sadly got dumped out of the playoffs too soon.  

I also graduated from Michigan State University, so I support the MSU Spartans.  GO GREEN!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 30, 2006, 08:13:43 AM
Quote from: AVFC13
The Lions are my team.  I've lived in Detroit for 16 years now and follow all the teams here.  The Lions (NFL), Tigers (baseball), Red Wings (Hockey), and the Pistons (basketball). 

Its amazing the difference that Jim Leyland has made to the Tigers. Very similar to the affect that MON is having on the Villa. Taking basically the same group of players from mediocrity to contention.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on August 30, 2006, 12:27:16 PM
Redskins or Ravens for me, seen them both in the past couple of years, frequent visitor on business to the area so managed to catch a couple of games.

Baseball same again, have to be the Orioles cos I've seen 'em.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AVFC13 on August 30, 2006, 04:15:27 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "AVFC13"
The Lions are my team.  I've lived in Detroit for 16 years now and follow all the teams here.  The Lions (NFL), Tigers (baseball), Red Wings (Hockey), and the Pistons (basketball).  


Its amazing the difference that Jim Leyland has made to the Tigers. Very similar to the affect that MON is having on the Tigers. Taking basically the same group of players from mediocrity to contention.


agreed.  Although, several of the key players missed large chunks of the season last year, which didn't help.  Leyland really has turned the team around though.  The players are having fun, and the fans are loving it.  Almost every game is a sellout.  When you play an average of 5 games in two weeks, and they all sell out, you know the team is doing well.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Michel Sibble on August 30, 2006, 04:31:37 PM
Gooooooo Argonauts!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Karl Bridges on August 30, 2006, 05:21:34 PM
I became a Cowboys fan when I was about 13-14. I think it was the cheerleaders and a young girl named Debbie that led me in that direction
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Legion on August 30, 2006, 05:56:48 PM
Dallas Cowboys for me. For about the last 30 years!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 30, 2006, 07:22:21 PM
Quote from: "Michel Sibble"
Gooooooo Argonauts!


(http://www.argonauts.ca/Argos/Team/Roster/WilliamsR1.jpg)

"Oh Ricky you're so fine, you're so fine you blow my mind"

So how's Mr Williams working out in Toronto ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AVFC13 on August 31, 2006, 02:05:14 PM
not good, he broke his arm in the 3rd game.  He's a pot smokin' lazy mofo who's going to regret not using his talent and taking the game seriously later on in life.  oh well.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 01, 2006, 02:04:29 PM
T.O had a huge game yesterday with one whole catch for 6 yards.

Plus Mike Vanderjagt missed 2 field goals from 30-odd yards. Hopefully that will change once the real action begins otherwise it's looking dodgy already for Bill Parcells and the Boys.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2006, 02:32:30 PM
Quote from: "CT"
T.O had a huge game yesterday with one whole catch for 6 yards.

Plus Mike Vanderjagt missed 2 field goals from 30-odd yards. Hopefully that will change once the real action begins otherwise it's looking dodgy already for Bill Parcells and the Boys.


Coach Parcells said the following about the infamous "liquered up kicker's" groin injury / kicking woes ....

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"I can't draw a conclusion from the information I've got," he said. "I could speculate, as anybody could, and I'm sure people would, but that doesn't mean I would be accurate in that speculation so I would choose not to do that."


Ya what,  Bill ?????    :-k
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 12, 2006, 07:53:59 PM
Hey Julie - it's good to see that it's not just the Cowboys who can't kick field goals!!  =D>

Sorry!  :smt002

Shouldn't laugh - it's Cowboys / Redskins next week!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 21, 2006, 01:20:42 PM
My Raiders are now 0 & 2 and looking totally crap.

What was Al thinking when he brought in a guy to coach who's been out of the game for a decade ?


I saw some great football on my recent USA trip.

I was at the Bills @ Patriots game that the Pats one with a "Safety".

I was also at the Boston College double overtime win over Clemson

Go Eagles (BC that is not Philly !!)

(http://graphics.fansonly.com/photos/schools/bc/nonsport/cheerTeamPic04b.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 21, 2006, 01:21:28 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Hey Julie - it's good to see that it's not just the Cowboys who can't kick field goals!!  =D>



The Falcons have just brought back 46 year old Morten Andersen to kick for them
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 27, 2006, 03:42:53 PM
Breaking news on ESPN and other US sports channels.

Dallas Cowboys wide-receiver Terrell Owens (better known as just "T.O.") is reported to have attempted suicide yesterday.

ESPN report (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2604395)

CNN SI report (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/football/nfl/09/27/owens.report/index.html?cnn=yes)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2006, 08:04:03 AM
..... but T.O.'s denying it.

So the options are......

1) T.O. did try to kill himself

2) The Dallas police are mistaken / lying

3) It was all a publicity stunt.


Answers on a postcard please to Mr W Parcells, Irvine, Texas
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Breezeblock on September 28, 2006, 09:20:02 AM
Always been a Raiders fan.  Marcus Allen rocked!

I used to play for Tamworth Trojans too back in the '80s
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 28, 2006, 10:52:06 AM
UKR - You'll be glad to know T.O is fine!!

Breezeblock wrote:

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I used to play for Tamworth Trojans too back in the '80s


...and with a username like Breezeblock I'm assuming you probably weren't the kicker or punter!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Breezeblock on September 28, 2006, 11:48:38 AM
Quote from: "CT"
UKR - You'll be glad to know T.O is fine!!

Breezeblock wrote:

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I used to play for Tamworth Trojans too back in the '80s


...and with a username like Breezeblock I'm assuming you probably weren't the kicker or punter!!


Nah mate, nose tackle and center.

And I was called scarecrow back then
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 29, 2006, 08:12:00 AM
The Dallas police have now changed their tune on the T.O. situation and are backtracking from their "attempted suicide" statement.

Hey, if you're an NFL player who wants to commit suicide the easiest way would be to play Quarterback for the Raiders !
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2006, 12:04:11 PM
Just listening to Tuesday's Dan Patrick show on ESPNRadio.

Guest Sean Salisbury (ex NFL QB) says that this year's Raiders are the "most pathetic" team he's ever seen in the NFL and it doesn't look like the players give a "rat's rear end".

I was going to head Stateside for a couple of Raiders games this year. Luckily I changed my mind just before the season started.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on October 05, 2006, 07:38:47 PM
Go Ravens!  4 & 0 this season so far.  Ya boo sucks to Cleveland.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Bad English on October 05, 2006, 07:47:38 PM
You don't see ExclDawg and his mates on here, do you?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on October 06, 2006, 08:24:43 PM
T.O. is a punk...I wouldn't have wished him even on the Dallas Cowboys!  But honestly, I hope he gets himself straightened out.  Before fame, he was one hell of a player.
By the way CT (Sorry I am a month late replying to this) the Skins didn't show up to play against the Cowbabies that night did they?  And how about all those flags?  I heard later that that was the most penalized game in NFL history!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Fergal on October 06, 2006, 08:42:21 PM
I have a favorite American Football team.  It's the redskins.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 07, 2006, 08:49:04 PM
Quote from: "Julie"
T.O. is a punk...I wouldn't have wished him even on the Dallas Cowboys!  But honestly, I hope he gets himself straightened out.  Before fame, he was one hell of a player.


T.O. returns to Philly on Sunday for the Cowboys @ Eagles game.

Expect to see a few "Better luck next time, Terrell" banners !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 08, 2006, 01:50:44 PM
julie wrote:

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By the way CT (Sorry I am a month late replying to this) the Skins didn't show up to play against the Cowbabies that night did they?


I thought you were just imitating your NFL favourites by not showing up!  :smt002

I wonder how the US press & TV are covering T.O's return to Philly tonight - I hope they don't forget there's also a great game potentially there amongst all the hype over one player.

I have a bad feeling the Cowboys are going to get a whipping in Philly. (No Cowboy film references please!!)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2006, 03:39:14 PM
Cowboys @ Eagles is live on Sky this evening
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on October 08, 2006, 11:47:02 PM
I'm really torn about this game...I can't stand TO and I LOVE to see him so frustrated...but I HATE the Philly Eagles (even more than Dallas) and I hate to see them winning!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 09, 2006, 04:49:37 AM
What about dem Bears. 5-0 for the first time since 1986, although the Bills did manage to score a passing touchdown at Soldier Field, a feat that had not been achieved for almost a year.

We have scored 156 points in 5 games, and only conceded 36.

Can anyone stop these Monster of the Midway ???

(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061008/capt.817ff36d90fb4700872ddf83fba4aa4c.bills_bears_football_cxb120.jpg)
(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061008/capt.ca3af5834fe64272b07351cff63558d4.bills_bears_fooball_ilnh104.jpg)
(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061008/capt.e3d9b89f9add4af29f221ea34ef8037c.bills_bears_football_cxb110.jpg)

Randy's "other" team lost again today !!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2006, 08:17:20 AM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
What about dem Bears. 5-0 for the first time since 1986, although the Bills did manage to score a passing touchdown at Soldier Field, a feat that had not been achieved for almost a year.

We have scored 156 points in 5 games, and only conceded 36.

Can anyone stop these Monster of the Midway ???


I was really impressed with Rex and da Bears yesterday.

They certainly look the team to beat in the NFC this year and with the Colts only scraping thro' in the last two games, I'd think they're now favo(u)rites for the whole thing.

As for my Raiders  #-o

If you can't beat the 49'ers there's no hope left. Al's boys are going 0-16. They're making the 76 Bucs look like Lombardi's Packers.

With regard to the Browns. I think that MON should have flown out and had a word with them during the current international break. Maybe Luke will stay out there and play Wide Receiver ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on October 09, 2006, 08:35:32 AM
How are New England doing?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2006, 09:23:57 AM
Quote from: "peter w"
How are New England doing?


Beat Miami yesterday and are now 4-1.

Looks lile stories of Tom & Bill's demise were a bit premature
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2006, 09:24:31 AM
Quote from: "peter w"
How are New England doing?


Beat Miami yesterday and are now 4-1.

Looks lile stories of Tom & Bill's demise were a bit premature
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 09, 2006, 11:27:08 AM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
What about dem Bears. 5-0 for the first time since 1986, although the Bills did manage to score a passing touchdown at Soldier Field, a feat that had not been achieved for almost a year.

We have scored 156 points in 5 games, and only conceded 36.

Can anyone stop these Monster of the Midway ???



Go Bears

 \:D/  :smt026  :smt041  :smt026  \:D/

Second Superbowl win this year?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 09, 2006, 05:08:53 PM
Chicago Villa wrote:

Quote
What about dem Bears. 5-0 for the first time since 1986, although the Bills did manage to score a passing touchdown at Soldier Field, a feat that had not been achieved for almost a year.


Was very, very impressed with the Bears.

As for the Cowboys I nearly gave up after that awful start, but at least they battled and I thought it was a great game. Even at the end I thought they'd force overtime but alas Drew had other ideas with yet another crap pass.

Still, the Skins only scored 3! (Sorry Julie)  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 10, 2006, 11:16:28 AM
Quote from: "Somniloquism"


Go Bears

 \:D/  :smt026  :smt041  :smt026  \:D/

Second Superbowl win this year?


Joe Thiesmann (sp) on yesterdays "Dan Patrick Radio Show" said that da Bears could go unbeaten this season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 10, 2006, 11:28:53 AM
Well they have finally added an attack to go with the defense. Last season we kept most teams scoring low and managed to win by one score.

It was almost a case of more points were scored by the defense in interceptions and fumble recoveries then by the offense.

Now we are just steam rolling everbody so far. Only Minesota has given us a close game.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 10, 2006, 07:51:14 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Somniloquism"


Go Bears

 \:D/  :smt026  :smt041  :smt026  \:D/

Second Superbowl win this year?


Joe Thiesmann (sp) on yesterdays "Dan Patrick Radio Show" said that da Bears could go unbeaten this season.


The Patriots are always going to be tough, especially at their place, and we do have to play the Vikings again, albeit at Soldier Field. We also need to go to St Louis to play the Rams, but they have been leaking a lot of points despite being 4-1 so far this season. Beyond these three, I cannot see where we will lose (unless we slip on the proverbial banana skin). All these 3 games are back to back. The rest of the teams we have to play are a collective 9-29, with the last three teams we face in the regular season (Tampa Bay, Detroit and Green Bay) so far winning only one game to 13 losses between them !!!

Maybe we could have done with facing someone better opposition, because if we are going to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy, sooner or later we are going to have to grind out a victory.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on October 10, 2006, 09:55:09 PM
Quote from: "CT"



Still, the Skins only scored 3! (Sorry Julie)  :smt002


Sure ya are CT...the sincerity is almost tangible, honestly! ;)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on October 10, 2006, 10:08:51 PM
The bears are looking good I have to say
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Karl Bridges on October 16, 2006, 02:09:19 PM
I see Mr Owens is firing for the Cowboys.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 16, 2006, 05:16:14 PM
Quote
I see Mr Owens is firing for the Cowboys.


Yep - 3TD's against the mighty Houston Texans. Who cares if he isn't talking to the Wide Recievers coach anymore?!

Our boys were losing 3-6 at half time too!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 16, 2006, 07:30:36 PM
49ers got shagged by San Diego  [-X
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 17, 2006, 08:46:26 AM
Da Bears came back from 20 points down to remain unbeaten.

From ESPN (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=261016022)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 17, 2006, 09:49:11 AM
Redsox

I who would Villa be in the NFL? and if you can be arsed what about the rest of the Prem League???
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 17, 2006, 11:31:04 AM
Quote from: "Rotterdam"
Redsox

I who would Villa be in the NFL? and if you can be arsed what about the rest of the Prem League???


Probably the Raiders

Great in the early 80's.
Multiple coaching changes (including bringing back an ex-coach)
A egotistical owner who won't listen to anybody

The main difference is that whilst Villa seem to have corrected their problems, the Raiders are still plumbing the depths and haven't won a game all season.

As for the rest of the Prem League, I'll take the "can't be arsed" option.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 17, 2006, 01:50:06 PM
Bears most certainly got out of jail free last night. I was about to go to be with the score at 23-3, and Arizona regaining possession, but I took a detour via the downstairs bog, and when I got back to turn the TV off, I noticed the score had changed to 23-10, with the Bears forcing a turnover and scoring a touchdown. So I decided to stay up, just in case the impossible happened, and boy did it happen. My wife was a little pissed off with me because I almost woke the kids each tiem the Bears scored, then with the clock running down, Arizona had a field goal to clinch the voctory back. Up stepped their kicker. The commentators announced that he had not missed from inside 50 yards, to which I replied, out loud (I don't know why I did it out loud as I was alone), "He hasn't until now!!!", just as the ball was snapped. It wne tback cleanly, and was spotted without an issue, but the kicker sliced his kicked.

I remember the days when the Villa used to give me this kind of energy rush, and I think they are starting to come back at B6. Long may it last on both sides of the ocean  =D>
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 17, 2006, 02:03:04 PM
Here are my obligatory pictures of the new "Monsters of the Midway" after another win ...

(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061017/capt.a6215c76cbaa4d16a5ff591821645861.bears_cardinals_football_pnu128.jpg)

(http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/sp/getty/a4/full.getty-71465343lb017_bears_cards_1_18_50_am.jpg)

(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061017/capt.b68613dc5a504968b28bc53ac76d5d79.bears_cardinals_football_pnu114.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 17, 2006, 03:27:54 PM
Hey Chicago, have you been to any games at Soldier Field since it was redeveloped ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 17, 2006, 03:39:55 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Hey Chicago, have you been to any games at Soldier Field since it was redeveloped ?


No unfortunately not. I didn't even get to the stadium before it was renovated  :-x
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 17, 2006, 05:18:13 PM
It was indeed a great comeback and an entertaining one to watch.

Even better considering the offense contibuted precisely zero to the points total!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 17, 2006, 05:39:23 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Hey Chicago, have you been to any games at Soldier Field since it was redeveloped ?


No unfortunately not. I didn't even get to the stadium before it was renovated  :-x


I drove past it a few weeks ago - can't believe it's literally on the lake, right downtown.  What a great setting.

In fact, it deserves it's own picture:

(http://football.ballparks.com/NFL/ChicagoBears/newaerial.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on October 17, 2006, 07:13:28 PM
That's a great pic!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 17, 2006, 07:24:41 PM
Quote from: "Somniloquism"
Well they have finally added an attack to go with the defense. Last season we kept most teams scoring low and managed to win by one score.

It was almost a case of more points were scored by the defense in interceptions and fumble recoveries then by the offense.

Now we are just steam rolling everbody so far. Only Minesota has given us a close game.


Oops, was it something I said?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 17, 2006, 08:01:00 PM
Quote from: "Somniloquism"
Quote from: "Somniloquism"
Well they have finally added an attack to go with the defense. Last season we kept most teams scoring low and managed to win by one score.

It was almost a case of more points were scored by the defense in interceptions and fumble recoveries then by the offense.

Now we are just steam rolling everbody so far. Only Minesota has given us a close game.


Oops, was it something I said?


Blame ukredsox. He has never been the same since he had his first thread linked in another  :smt002

Also blame him as i am sure he is pissed off that Uncle Lou is now the manager of the Cubs. He hates everything that has been touched by the Yankees.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2006, 08:13:36 AM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"


Blame ukredsox. He has never been the same since he had his first thread linked in another  :smt002

Also blame him as i am sure he is pissed off that Uncle Lou is now the manager of the Cubs. He hates everything that has been touched by the Yankees.


"Blame ukredsox" - I do think that the linking gave be a certain amount of credibility that I was lacking before  8-[



"Lou" - "Hey, Abbotttttttttt"

Although I've got nothing againist Piniella, I do think that either Bruce Bochy or Joe Giradi would have been a better choice for a team that's rebuilding and has ownership with record on unwillingness to spend.

However, if Lou can swing a deal with the Yankees to get A-Rod then the Cubs may be in with a shot next year in what could be a weaker division. The Cardinals are getting old and their window of opportunity may be closing. Likewise, the Astros without the Rocket and Pettite may not be a threat. Give it a couple of years and it should be the Brewers and Cubs dominating the NL Central.

I now return you to you regular NFL coverage ........
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2006, 07:49:35 AM
I know that they were only playing Arizona, but you've got to start somewhere.

The Raiders losing streak is history (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=261022013)

Meanwhile, the Cleveland Villains continue to struggle (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=261022005)

Did you all noticed that the club shop is now selling Cleveland Browns shirts?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 23, 2006, 07:42:12 PM
The monsters of the midway had a week off to recover from their mini scare last week. Hopefully normal service will resume next week !!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2006, 08:11:45 AM
Cleveland Villa have fired their Offensive Co-ordinator (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2636626)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2006, 09:19:18 AM
Tampa Bay defeats Philly on a 62 Yard Field Goal (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ure1T1kZmQU)

Ties the NFL record
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2006, 08:37:35 AM
Good news (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2637594) for UK based NFL fans.

It looks like we may get a game over here soon.

Maybe Randy can use his connections to get the game at Villa Park
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tonyh on October 25, 2006, 09:05:13 AM
can someone pm me when cleveland browns are on tv i would like to watch.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2006, 10:03:17 AM
Quote from: "TheRonSaundersStand"
can someone pm me when cleveland browns are on tv i would like to watch.


I'll keep an eye out but I'll I'll warn you it won't be pretty, the Browns stink

Their remaining games are:-

WK    DATE    OPPONENT    TICKETS    TV    TIME (ET)
8    Sun, Oct 29    NY Jets    Tickets    CBS    4:15 PM
9    Sun, Nov 5    at San Diego    Tickets    CBS    4:15 PM
10    Sun, Nov 12    at Atlanta    Tickets    CBS    1:00 PM
11    Sun, Nov 19    Pittsburgh    Tickets    CBS    1:00 PM
12    Sun, Nov 26    Cincinnati    Tickets    CBS    1:00 PM
13    Sun, Dec 3    Kansas City    Tickets    CBS    1:00 PM
14    Thu, Dec 7    at Pittsburgh    Tickets    NFL    8:00 PM
15    Sun, Dec 17    at Baltimore    Tickets    CBS    1:00 PM
16    Sun, Dec 24    Tampa Bay    Tickets    FOX    1:00 PM
17    Sun, Dec 31    at Houston    Tickets    CBS    1:00 PM


There's no Sunday or Monday night games in there, so its unlikely that Five will have any games. Also, due to Cleveland being crap, its unlikely that Sky will chose them for a Sunday evening game.

The best chance for TV looks like the game on Thur 7 Dec but I don't know yet whether Sky or Five intend to show Thursday games.

If you're really keen to see the Cleveland Villa in action then go to Pontel (http://www.pontel.com/), where you can get any of their games for under a tenner.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 30, 2006, 09:45:44 AM
The Cleveland Villains wone again, as did my Raiders.

Meanwhile the Bears march on to 7 and 0
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 30, 2006, 06:25:06 PM
After a minor (ok bloody nerve racking) blip 2 weeks ago, the Bears regrouped and completely blew away the 49er's. They didn't even need to turn up for the second half as the victory was well and truly sealed with an amazing 41-0 first half hammering.

(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061029/capt.ac76c6cfed0f4cecb41215f67ed861e0.49ers_bears_football_cxb105.jpg)

(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061029/capt.6c5550adb2bf458793b95d52ed400a5e.49er_bears_football_cxb102.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 31, 2006, 08:16:19 AM
The Bears alternate orangy-brown jerseys are horrible.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on October 31, 2006, 10:51:08 AM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
After a minor (ok bloody nerve racking) blip 2 weeks ago, the Bears regrouped and completely blew away the 49er's. They didn't even need to turn up for the second half as the victory was well and truly sealed with an amazing 41-0 first half hammering.

(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061029/capt.ac76c6cfed0f4cecb41215f67ed861e0.49ers_bears_football_cxb105.jpg)

(http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20061029/capt.6c5550adb2bf458793b95d52ed400a5e.49er_bears_football_cxb102.jpg)


Is that Luton?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Karl Bridges on October 31, 2006, 02:21:19 PM
I saw Channel 5 were showing the Cowboys and decided to stay up and watch it, I fell asleep at 14-0 down and didn't wake up again during the game, doh!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on October 31, 2006, 04:32:09 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
The Bears alternate orangy-brown jerseys are horrible.


I actually quite like it, although the Blue one is better.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on November 06, 2006, 03:35:53 AM
The 'Skins haven't had anything to brag about this season....until today's game  ;)

Ahem...hey CT..."how 'bout them Cowboys?"

:-D
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 06, 2006, 04:40:07 AM
The Monster of the Midway turned into mice today  ](*,)

Miami ruined our perfect start to the season as they did in the Superbowl season  [-(

Maybe I should switch teams now I am heading to Florida  :^o
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 06, 2006, 08:13:10 AM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
The Monster of the Midway turned into mice today  ](*,)


Well ChiVi, we all knew it would come to an end eventually, but the Dolphins ?!?!?


Still, the Division's neaerly sewn up and there's no one too tough in the NFC.

A Colts v Bears Superbowl still looks on the cards to me.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 06, 2006, 09:44:22 AM
Julie wrote

Quote
Ahem...hey CT..."how 'bout them Cowboys?"


I was hoping to get you banned from the board but too late!!  :smt002

I got home about 9.15pm and knew the game had finished so I sat down to watch it on Sky+. Anyway, once our boys were lining up that field goal I was all ready to celebrate and then...., and then... umm....

Then it all went horribly Pete Tong (with that facemask too - aaaggghhh) and your guy who couldn't kick for toffee bends one in from 47 yards!  ](*,)

I hold out my hand and say well done. (Unlike Arsene Wenger!)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 06, 2006, 09:57:46 AM
Quote from: "CT"
Julie wrote

Quote
Ahem...hey CT..."how 'bout them Cowboys?"



Then it all went horribly Pete Tong (with that facemask too - aaaggghhh) and your guy who couldn't kick for toffee bends one in from 47 yards!  ](*,)

I hold out my hand and say well done. (Unlike Arsene Wenger!)


The Skins coaches were yelling at Taylor to go to ground and not risk a fumble. However, after the face mask and field goal I suspect that they changed their tune.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 07, 2006, 07:41:28 AM
Looks like the Raiders mini recovery is over after last night's 16-0 defeat by the Seattle Starbucks.

They could end up with the first pick in the draft but based on Al's recent record they'll pick some flop. Passing on Leinart is looking like a major mistake.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2006, 07:00:31 PM
The NFL stars of the future will be in action tonight.

Its No.1 Ohio State v No.2 Michigan

I know you'll all be watching
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 19, 2006, 06:14:38 PM
Quote
Its No.1 Ohio State v No.2 Michigan

I know you'll all be watching


No, they'll all be watching the Cowboys end Peyton's unbeaten run on Sky tonight!!

By the way UKR, any jobs going where you work? All this time to travel to watch gigs, sport etc! I want a job like you've got!  Let me know matey! O:)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on November 19, 2006, 09:02:02 PM
The Chiefs have just beaten the no-good, low-down, sumbitch Raiders.

Good times!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2006, 08:10:03 AM
Quote from: "CT"

By the way UKR, any jobs going where you work? All this time to travel to watch gigs, sport etc! I want a job like you've got!  Let me know matey! O:)


Its a tough life being sort of an Accountant  8-[
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 23, 2006, 09:26:41 AM
Miami Dolphins @ Detriot Lions
                      Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Dallas Cowboys
                      Denver Broncos @ Kansas City Chiefs    


Three games for our US members to spend Turkey Day watching


Also, all three live on Sky in the UK
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 24, 2006, 08:47:11 PM
You have to admit people that The Cowboys are starting to look pretty good. The Indy & Tampa games were great!

Plus Julie has gone awfully quiet as the Redskins slide away - good job there's no relegation from the NFC East eh Julie??  :smt002

...and that half time singer - Carrie Underwood. Never heard of her before yesterday but she's gorgeous - I could get well into Country music if that's what's on offer! Yeehaa!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 25, 2006, 03:23:23 AM
Quote from: "CT"
...and that half time singer - Carrie Underwood. Never heard of her before yesterday but she's gorgeous - I could get well into Country music if that's what's on offer! Yeehaa!


She was the winner of American Idol a couple of series ago. She also won a bunch of music awards recently.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 26, 2006, 11:52:43 AM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "CT"
...and that half time singer - Carrie Underwood. Never heard of her before yesterday but she's gorgeous - I could get well into Country music if that's what's on offer! Yeehaa!


She was the winner of American Idol a couple of series ago. She also won a bunch of music awards recently.


I also think that she's a bit of a religious type, so its unlikely she'll put out
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on May 16, 2007, 11:14:32 AM
Just got tickets to the London game this morning, can't wait!

Is anyone else from here planning on going?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on May 16, 2007, 01:14:35 PM
Yep, we've got 2 Freddie.  :smt002

Seems like Tickmaster was a bit of a nightmare though. We're in the Gods of the top deck I think.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 16, 2007, 01:58:37 PM
I take it the game will be sold-out?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on May 16, 2007, 03:30:32 PM
It's looking that way usav!

Everyone seems to have their own story about T-Master today, ours being it took 3 attempts to move on and each time a whole block section of tickets became unavailable.

No doubt they'll soon be on Ebay.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Countryside Villain on May 16, 2007, 05:23:42 PM
I got my pass code through no problem and got on to the site no problem.  Just can't justify the Ł165 I'll have to pay for two tickets.  And to think we moan about football being expensive.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 16, 2007, 05:59:32 PM
Quote from: "Countryside Villain"
I got my pass code through no problem and got on to the site no problem.  Just can't justify the Ł165 I'll have to pay for two tickets.  And to think we moan about football being expensive.


Same ticket price structure as it is for the Cup Final.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 22, 2007, 12:46:40 PM
If anyone has a spare ticket for Wembley, please let me know.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on July 03, 2007, 03:27:46 PM
ESPN ranked the NFL owners today on their website, here is what they had to say about Mr Lerner:

Quote
22. Randy Lerner, Browns
Unlike the Glazers, who bought Man U because it was a shrewd business move, Lerner -- at least as I see it -- bought Aston Villa last summer because he has an incredible passion for footie. That's cool, unless you happen to be a Browns fan. Lerner, who lives in New York, is more likely to turn up across the pond than he is at Browns headquarters, where a source says general manager Phil Savage -- having prevailed in a power struggle against former team president John Collins late in the '05 season -- is now feuding with coach Romeo Crennel. It sounds like somebody needs to be yellow-carded, but who knows if Lerner is even paying attention? The Browns had a promising draft, but this is a dysfunctional franchise.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on July 03, 2007, 04:02:29 PM
Quote from: "usav"
ESPN ranked the NFL owners today on their website, here is what they had to say about Mr Lerner:

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22. Randy Lerner, Browns
Unlike the Glazers, who bought Man U because it was a shrewd business move, Lerner -- at least as I see it -- bought Aston Villa last summer because he has an incredible passion for footie. That's cool, unless you happen to be a Browns fan. Lerner, who lives in New York, is more likely to turn up across the pond than he is at Browns headquarters, where a source says general manager Phil Savage -- having prevailed in a power struggle against former team president John Collins late in the '05 season -- is now feuding with coach Romeo Crennel. It sounds like somebody needs to be yellow-carded, but who knows if Lerner is even paying attention? The Browns had a promising draft, but this is a dysfunctional franchise.


Get Robbo from VillaTalk on the job pronto  :-$
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on July 03, 2007, 04:12:22 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "usav"
ESPN ranked the NFL owners today on their website, here is what they had to say about Mr Lerner:

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22. Randy Lerner, Browns
Unlike the Glazers, who bought Man U because it was a shrewd business move, Lerner -- at least as I see it -- bought Aston Villa last summer because he has an incredible passion for footie. That's cool, unless you happen to be a Browns fan. Lerner, who lives in New York, is more likely to turn up across the pond than he is at Browns headquarters, where a source says general manager Phil Savage -- having prevailed in a power struggle against former team president John Collins late in the '05 season -- is now feuding with coach Romeo Crennel. It sounds like somebody needs to be yellow-carded, but who knows if Lerner is even paying attention? The Browns had a promising draft, but this is a dysfunctional franchise.


Get Robbo from VillaTalk on the job pronto  :-$

Don't you think having his head up Randy's arse is punishment enough?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 03, 2007, 07:01:59 PM
I missed out on the latest round of tickets as well.

Help me someone..... please !!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 06, 2007, 11:18:12 AM
To my new found H&V bestest buddy (you know who you are).

You are Sir, a gentleman and a Villain !!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 18, 2007, 08:52:23 AM
Bad news for Falcons fans

http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/law/07/17/vick/index.html
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on July 18, 2007, 01:40:59 PM
Yeah, I was going to post that today, you beat me to it.

Alanata should bench him for the coming season and if found guilty fire him immediately.  Disgusting is the only word.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on July 18, 2007, 02:32:48 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Yeah, I was going to post that today, you beat me to it.

Alanata should bench him for the coming season and if found guilty fire him immediately.  Disgusting is the only word.


Better still, they should put him in a ring with the a couple of the guys from the UFC and let him duke it out with them til one of them snuffs it. See how he likes it.

I think a match up against this guy who did this would be appropriate...

(http://www.forrestgriffin.net/images/articles/moments_01.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 31, 2007, 08:10:13 AM
NFL legend Bill Walsh has died

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2954719
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 20, 2007, 09:14:13 PM
Latest news on Michael Vick (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2983121) and the dog fighting charges

Looks like he's going to take a plea bargain. However it appears that he'll still face some jail time.

Vick has always been a quick and illusive runner and will need both those attributes to avoid "Bubba" in the showers !! (insert clenched buttocks emoticon here)

I have got some sympathy for Vick regarding this. There are people in the NFL who have beat their wives, stored an arsenal of guns in their home and covered up for murderers and yet there's been far more uproar over Vick's involvement with animal cruelty.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on August 20, 2007, 09:43:49 PM
Is anyone going to organise a little meet-up and a few drinkies for the H&V-ers going to Wembley in just over 2 months?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on August 21, 2007, 07:40:41 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Is anyone going to organise a little meet-up and a few drinkies for the H&V-ers going to Wembley in just over 2 months?


I was thinking this, as we're playing Bolton at 1:30, would be good to meet up and watch that before hand with other villa fans.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: bez on August 21, 2007, 11:09:30 PM
If anyone has two spare tickets that they don't want, I'd give them a very good home. Managed to persuade the missus that spending the Ł300ish needed to get the tickets and get down there is justified, but was unsuccessful in the two ballots. I'm now starting to consider eBay but I'm a little reluctant after all the scare mongering about cancelling tickets.

Still, there's always the third pre-sale coming up, just pulled the following off NFLUK if it's of use to anyone....


 The third ticket sales period will take place in the second week of September, with a public general sale featuring a very small number of tickets likerly to follow at the end of that month.

Exact details will be released at a later date on nfluk.com.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 26, 2007, 05:25:23 PM
Vick has done his deal with the Feds (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?columnist=bryant_howard&id=2990177)

Now the Falcons want back $22 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2991048)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on August 26, 2007, 08:42:52 PM
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I was thinking this, as we're playing Bolton at 1:30, would be good to meet up and watch that before hand with other villa fans.


Yep, I'm up for that! ...and the Mrs too, even if she has no choice!  \:D/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 27, 2007, 03:15:41 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Quote
I was thinking this, as we're playing Bolton at 1:30, would be good to meet up and watch that before hand with other villa fans.


Yep, I'm up for that! ...and the Mrs too, even if she has no choice!  \:D/


Keep me informed as well. Although be warned, I might have a Leedzzz fan with me.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2007, 07:43:24 AM
A bad start for The Cleveland Villa (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=270909005)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ro-land Browning on September 10, 2007, 12:53:19 PM
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It was imperative for the Browns to play mistake-free football against Pittsburgh and they couldn't have been further off that script. Cleveland QBs Charlie Frye and Derek Anderson were overwhelmed and confused against the Steelers' blitz package. Pittsburgh used overload, cornerback and zone blitzes to consistently harass the Browns' signal-caller. It didn't matter who was taking the snaps, Pittsburgh found a way to get to him and ended up with six sacks. Anderson and Frye couldn't sense the pressure and insisted on holding the football far too long. Even when Cleveland begun to create a little momentum, it would squelch that momentum by taking a costly sack or committing a penalty.
-- Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.


Might aswell be in Chinese for me! What a shite sport.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on September 10, 2007, 05:50:00 PM
Great to see the Pats get off to a good start.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 10, 2007, 07:24:43 PM
...and The Boys rattling up 45 points of course - although it got a little tense at the end for my liking!!  8-[
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2007, 09:51:18 AM
This is NCAA rather than NFL but I don't think me starting a College Football thread as well would be appreciated by some......

Oregon Ducks (http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/offbeat/2007/09/13/mascot.brawl.kezi)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 15, 2007, 06:31:02 PM
Quote
Great to see the Pats get off to a good start.


Yeah, by cheating!!!  [-X  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on September 15, 2007, 06:46:04 PM
Now if only we could catch the Cowboys cheating.  ;)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 17, 2007, 09:26:54 PM
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Now if only we could catch the Cowboys cheating.


Ouch Julie! Would never happen anyway, we're far too squeaky clean!!  O:)

Anyway, 2 wins for the Boys now and what about Mr Lerner's other team racking up 51 points!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 17, 2007, 10:16:41 PM
2 from 2 for the 49ers  \:D/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 18, 2007, 01:36:55 PM
Quote from: "Rotterdam"
2 from 2 for the 49ers  \:D/


They visit the Steel City on Sunday - and I have tickets ;-)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2007, 08:49:52 AM
My Raiders got their first win yesterday. Unfortunately it was at the expense of the Cleveland Villains.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2007, 09:19:58 AM
A good article from CNN about the latest OJ Simpson developments

HERE (http://edition.cnn.com/2007/US/law/09/23/simpson.plan.ap/index.html)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on September 24, 2007, 09:21:20 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
My Raiders got their first win yesterday. Unfortunately it was at the expense of the Cleveland Villains.


Bit of a sickener as well. The Browns, having come from 16 points behind, received the ball with only a minute on the clock and no time-outs. Moved the full length of the pitch to get within easy field goal range with 3 seconds left and had the kick blocked. Someone is gonna get their arse kicked.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: GhostDog on September 24, 2007, 03:01:49 PM
Praise be my Chiefs have broken their duck as well - looks like being a long poor season in the AFC West.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 24, 2007, 09:34:34 PM
"Chicago Villa, Chicago Villa, shall we sing a song for you?"  :-$

Being biased I thought Dallas was a candidate for performance of the weekend although USAV would have seen a great Steelers performance (or so I thought anyway!) against the 49ers. They were the complete package.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 27, 2007, 02:24:05 PM
You are right - I did see a great game and got a fantastic tan (sun burn) in the process!

The Steelers are looking very good and their defence would prove a good match against the prolific offence of the Patriots or the Colts.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on September 27, 2007, 05:04:43 PM
Quote from: "CT"
"Chicago Villa, Chicago Villa, shall we sing a song for you?"  :-$


Bugger off.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2007, 09:43:19 AM
The baseball playoffs have started and flies still gather round shit !!!

(http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2007/1005/mlb_a_bugchamberlain_412.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 06, 2007, 11:23:15 AM
Has everyone got their tickets for the 28th yet? Mine arrived on Thursday fortunately (before the strike).

Any plans on a meet up???
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on October 15, 2007, 02:06:46 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Has everyone got their tickets for the 28th yet? Mine arrived on Thursday fortunately (before the strike).

Any plans on a meet up???

I'm going, and I've got a spare ticket too - if anyone's interested send me a pm.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: SDVILLAIN on October 15, 2007, 08:56:18 PM
Saw my first (reluctantly) NFL game yesterday, Chargers v Raiders.  Was pleasantly suprised however. 67,000 and at times was deafening.  Big rivalry between the two but fans of both sides standing side by side...how different it is over here.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 16, 2007, 10:09:37 AM
My Giants v Dolphins tickets arrived this morning.

Many thanks to my new bestest Villain buddy !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2007, 08:00:29 AM
After watching this weekend's games, anything other than a comfortable win at Wembley for the " New... York... Foot... Ball... Giants" will be a major surprise.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2007, 09:48:02 AM
Here's an interesting article about the upcoming game from
ESPN (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?columnist=chadiha_jeffri&id=3076766)

Some of the quotes in the article about non-US spectators not understanding the game or knowing when to cheer are quite offensive but nothing compared to the utter bollocks spouted in some of the comments posted by readers.

I consider myself just as knowledgeable about the NFL as your average US fan (and probably more so regarding the early history of the sport ... Portsmouth Steamroller anyone ?).

Typical self-centred Americans  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2007, 02:58:30 PM
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Miami Dolphins linebacker Channing Crowder has admitted not knowing people speak English in London.

The NFL player might want to check a map before he gets on board a plane for Sunday's prestige game against the New York Giants at Wembley Stadium.

Crowder, who comes from Atlanta in Georgia, may be praised on the field, but confessed geography was not his strong point.

He admitted he did not know until now where London was - or that Londoners spoke English.

"I couldn't find London on a map if they didn't have the names of the countries," he said.

"I swear to God. I don't know what nothing is. I know Italy looks like a boot. I learned that."

Crowder added: "I know (Washington Redskins linebacker) London Fletcher. We did a football camp together. So I know him.

"That's the closest thing I know to London. He's black, so I'm sure he's not from London. I'm sure that's a coincidental name."


I heard about this on yesterday's ESPN "Pardon The Interruption". I thought that Crowder was just trying to be funny but according to Dan LaBatard (guest hosting for Wilbon), Crowder really is daft enough to think like this.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 28, 2007, 09:37:59 AM
The day is here at last \:D/

Ronnie Brown is out injured...... Zach Thomas is out injured...... Dan Marino isn't coming back.

Therefore, I'm going for a 38 - 17 win for the Manning Jr and the Giants.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Lizz on October 28, 2007, 11:12:46 AM
In amongst other items in today's Sunday Mirror, Randy Lerner says he doesn't agree with staging these games overseas and he wouldn't have volunteered the Cleveland Browns to play.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pig on October 28, 2007, 01:21:50 PM
I just thought I would pop on and say I am off to wembley today to watch the nfl match, I have never watched nfl, I bet it's shite.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on October 29, 2007, 03:55:36 AM
I went.

It was tedious. Far too many breaks. Poor quality play.

Wembley service was awful. They ran out of beer at some counters, then they ran out of cups at the others. Obviously poorly prepared and people think we have problems.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2007, 08:10:06 AM
Quote from: "pig"
I just thought I would pop on and say I am off to wembley today to watch the nfl match, I have never watched nfl, I bet it's shite.


Watching a NFL game in person before you've seen the game on TV is a big mistake.

Did you have someone with you who understood what was going on ?

The game itself was pretty poor. No one would have expected much from the Dolphins (after all, they hadn't one a game all season) but the Giants have been improving and should have done better with their opportunities.

I know that Eli ran in a touchdown but some of his throwing (and his receivers' catching) was terrible. Also, I couldn't understand why the Giants didn't get Shockey into the game more. There were a few times when he was wide open and doing his nut when the ball didn't arrive.

I parked at the Stadium itself and getting in/out was very easy.

I'll make sure I do the same when Villa are in the Cup Final next May.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 29, 2007, 09:07:47 AM
About 11.30am we walked past the stadium looking for a Weatherspoons when an announcement came over the tannoy.

"Due to unforseen circumstances, today's event has been cancelled - please make your way away from the Stadium".

People looked in disbelief, everyone was shell-shocked. About a full minute later the same voice said "This is just a test message". FFS.

Yep, game was not very good but if you don't understand the game it would have been far worse. I'm glad I was there.

I'm disappointed to hear the constant whining about the pitch as I thought the NFL was about playing in ALL conditions, not just sunny artificial pitches.

For me the high point was the reaction to John Terry.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: RonBurgundy on October 29, 2007, 09:31:10 AM
The reaction to Terry was very funny.

It did feel a bit panto though - i booed like he was Widow Twanky
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on October 29, 2007, 05:52:44 PM
Terry? I thought it was Drogba?

Martin Johnson got the biggest cheer of the day....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 30, 2007, 11:52:04 AM
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Terry? I thought it was Drogba?


Nope, definitely John Terry. Most of the boos he got were for the Chelsea connection, the rest because he's just a freeloader.

At least Martin Johnson has been a 49ers fan for many years.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pig on November 04, 2007, 02:20:33 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "pig"
I just thought I would pop on and say I am off to wembley today to watch the nfl match, I have never watched nfl, I bet it's shite.


Watching a NFL game in person before you've seen the game on TV is a big mistake.

Did you have someone with you who understood what was going on ?


I just went because I wanted to go to Wembley and had a free sunday afternoon/evening. I must admit the game did seem very boring, tedious and there wasnt much flow at all. When something did happen my eyes were hardly watching the game, they were watching the cheerleaders.

However I had a wicked time. This wasn't really because of the game, it was just that I had a nice binge drinking session with my girlfriend. I drank a lot of beer and just got merry and happy and by the end it seemed like a decent enough game.

She had lived in the states for about 6 years, so she knew what was going on and tried to teach me, I did understand it but compared to football it is just a poor game. I'm not a fan of rugby either :(

I actually thought the service at wembley was pretty good, sure the prices are expensive but there was only a couple of times I had to wait longer than 5 minutes for a beer.

All in all a fun day out, not the greatest sport in the world, but it allowed me to do something on a sunday. Ahh and just to add to that I had some americans sitting behind me (shock horror, they were everywhere) who in a typical supporter sitting behind you manner were slagging off the crowd for the lack of atmosphere, to which my girlfriend comically turned round and told them that if they want atmosphere, instead of complaining why dont they start singing.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2007, 03:53:29 PM
Quote from: "pig"
I did understand it but compared to football it is just a poor game. I'm not a fan of rugby either :(


The thing about about football (ie soccer) is that, offside rule excepted, its just so damn simple. There's not much thought involved and you're free to get caught up in the excitement/emotion.

With football (ie American), its necessary to be thinking about the tactics that might be used, looking at the formation of the offense, the way that the defense is set up to counter the threat and which personnel are on the field.


The two sports that I can't get into are Rugby League and Basketball. The former because I find their support play terrible and the latter because its too easy to score (for the pros, at least**)



** I've played in a game that ended 0-0.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2007, 03:54:56 PM
Possibly the most anticipated regular season game ever is taking place today.

The unbeaten Patriots against the unbeaten Colts.

I'm going for the Pats by 6.

Who's ya got ??
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2007, 09:29:06 PM
Two NFL all-time records set in the same game today (Chargers @ Vikings).

First the Chargers' Antonio Cromartie ran back a missed field goal for 109+ yards, then the Vikings' Adrian Peterson breaks the single game rushing record with 296.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=271104016

What's next ?

Nothing much, just the Patriots v Colts !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tonyh on November 05, 2007, 07:19:44 AM
I am in New York 5 december to 10th december and by coincidence New york jets are playing cleveland browns. There are tickets available through NY Jets seat exchange scheme.

Do any of you know which tickets are the best viewing tickets at The Meadowlands stadium?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2007, 08:33:49 AM
Quote from: "TheRonSaundersStand"
I am in New York 5 december to 10th december and by coincidence New york jets are playing cleveland browns. There are tickets available through NY Jets seat exchange scheme.

Do any of you know which tickets are the best viewing tickets at The Meadowlands stadium?


Yep, ones when its the Giants rather than the Jets that are playing

However, if you do want to see the Jets, the seating plan is here

http://www.newyorkjets.com/game/stadium/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2007, 08:34:42 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"


I'm going for the Pats by 6.



And it was Pats by 4........ so I was close
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tonyh on November 05, 2007, 09:06:27 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "TheRonSaundersStand"
I am in New York 5 december to 10th december and by coincidence New york jets are playing cleveland browns. There are tickets available through NY Jets seat exchange scheme.

Do any of you know which tickets are the best viewing tickets at The Meadowlands stadium?


Yep, ones when its the Giants rather than the Jets that are playing

However, if you do want to see the Jets, the seating plan is here

http://www.newyorkjets.com/game/stadium/


please explain as i am confused
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2007, 11:37:47 AM
Quote from: "TheRonSaundersStand"


please explain as i am confused


Put it like this ..... New York Jets = Derby County
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tonyh on November 05, 2007, 05:29:46 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "TheRonSaundersStand"


please explain as i am confused


Put it like this ..... New York Jets = Derby County
ah yes i know they are shit but its the time and the place and cleveland brown. Wouldnt have bothered if it was a minnow team.

But the Jets play at medowlands yes??
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on November 05, 2007, 05:57:12 PM
How about that 4th Quarter from the Patriots?

What a player Wes Welker is becoming as well.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 05, 2007, 07:15:12 PM
I'll probably regret asking but how do they work out the fixture list in NFL.  I know all the teams play I think 15 regular season games but with only 4 teams in each league how do they work out who plays who?

Hang on I've just realised there are 16 team in the AFC and NFC so you play each team in your conference once, I'd assume home and away on each alternate season?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2007, 07:22:23 PM
Quote from: "TheRonSaundersStand"


But the Jets play at medowlands yes??


Yep, Jets and Giants both play in the Meadowlands, which of course isn't even in New York State, let alone New York City.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2007, 07:26:15 PM
Quote from: "AV82EC"
I'll probably regret asking but how do they work out the fixture list in NFL.  I know all the teams play I think 15 regular season games but with only 4 teams in each league how do they work out who plays who?

Hang on I've just realised there are 16 team in the AFC and NFC so you play each team in your conference once, I'd assume home and away on each alternate season?


That'll be a resounding "No"

Each conference is split into 4 divisions of 4 teams.

The schedule's then worked out as follows ......

Quote
   * Each team plays the other three teams in their division twice: once at home, and once on the road (six games).
    * Each team plays the four teams from another division within its own conference once on a rotating three-year cycle: two at home, and two on the road (four games).
    * Each team plays the four teams from a division in the other conference once on a rotating four-year cycle: two at home, and two on the road (four games).
    * Each team plays once against the other teams in its conference that finished in the same place in their own divisions as themselves, not counting the division they were already scheduled to play: one at home, one on the road (two games).



You didn't really think that the Colonials would make it simple, did you ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 05, 2007, 07:40:02 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "AV82EC"
I'll probably regret asking but how do they work out the fixture list in NFL.  I know all the teams play I think 15 regular season games but with only 4 teams in each league how do they work out who plays who?

Hang on I've just realised there are 16 team in the AFC and NFC so you play each team in your conference once, I'd assume home and away on each alternate season?


That'll be a resounding "No"

Each conference is split into 4 divisions of 4 teams.

The schedule's then worked out as follows ......

Quote
   * Each team plays the other three teams in their division twice: once at home, and once on the road (six games).
    * Each team plays the four teams from another division within its own conference once on a rotating three-year cycle: two at home, and two on the road (four games).
    * Each team plays the four teams from a division in the other conference once on a rotating four-year cycle: two at home, and two on the road (four games).
    * Each team plays once against the other teams in its conference that finished in the same place in their own divisions as themselves, not counting the division they were already scheduled to play: one at home, one on the road (two games).



You didn't really think that the Colonials would make it simple, did you ?


No I didn't.... :smt002 but I do understand it.

The thing thats really noticeable is that you might have to wait up to 4 years to avenge bad defeats against some teams!!

So I assume the Browns are doing OK as this years fixture list has maybe been kinder than previous years?  Or is that not it?  Surely some Divisions are seen as being stronger than others i.e a constant Group of Death and that may make your regular season schedule easier.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 05, 2007, 07:42:09 PM
All I know is that Tom Brady is winning for me every week and I'm top in the Fantasy League because of it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tonyh on November 05, 2007, 08:28:45 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "TheRonSaundersStand"


But the Jets play at medowlands yes??


Yep, Jets and Giants both play in the Meadowlands, which of course isn't even in New York State, let alone New York City.


Eh? If its a 20 minute ride from the Port Authority bus terminus which is in manhatten then why is it not in NY state or City
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on November 05, 2007, 09:00:33 PM
It's in Noo Joisey.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tonyh on November 05, 2007, 11:08:56 PM
Quote from: "adrenachrome"
It's in Noo Joisey.
Ta
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on November 06, 2007, 07:18:42 PM
Quote from: "AV82EC"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "AV82EC"
I'll probably regret asking but how do they work out the fixture list in NFL.  I know all the teams play I think 15 regular season games but with only 4 teams in each league how do they work out who plays who?

Hang on I've just realised there are 16 team in the AFC and NFC so you play each team in your conference once, I'd assume home and away on each alternate season?


That'll be a resounding "No"

Each conference is split into 4 divisions of 4 teams.

The schedule's then worked out as follows ......

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   * Each team plays the other three teams in their division twice: once at home, and once on the road (six games).
    * Each team plays the four teams from another division within its own conference once on a rotating three-year cycle: two at home, and two on the road (four games).
    * Each team plays the four teams from a division in the other conference once on a rotating four-year cycle: two at home, and two on the road (four games).
    * Each team plays once against the other teams in its conference that finished in the same place in their own divisions as themselves, not counting the division they were already scheduled to play: one at home, one on the road (two games).



You didn't really think that the Colonials would make it simple, did you ?


No I didn't.... :smt002 but I do understand it.

The thing thats really noticeable is that you might have to wait up to 4 years to avenge bad defeats against some teams!!

So I assume the Browns are doing OK as this years fixture list has maybe been kinder than previous years?  Or is that not it?  Surely some Divisions are seen as being stronger than others i.e a constant Group of Death and that may make your regular season schedule easier.


That is true, but the Browns are improving because they're developing a better team.

Change in the NFL generally takes time, not least because of the huge amount of planning and organisation top level gridiron requires in terms of play patterns, tactics and gleaning the players for the job whilst staying inside the salary cap and working with the draft system.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 07, 2007, 12:54:29 PM
Quote from: "AV82EC"


Surely some Divisions are seen as being stronger than others i.e a constant Group of Death


Its not too bad in the NFL but its definitely the case in Major League Baseball.

The "American League East" consists of.....

Boston Red Sox
New York Yankees (boo, hiss !!)
Toronto Blue Jays
Baltimore Orioles
Tampa Bay Devils Rays

Only, the winners of each of the three divisions plus the best runner up go thro' to the payoffs.

Boston and New York have the most income and therefore the highest payrolls in the sport.

This means that Toronto, Baltimore and especially Tampa Bay have basically no chance.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: SDVILLAIN on November 15, 2007, 07:36:12 AM
Fuck New England
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 15, 2007, 02:53:24 PM
Ricky's on his way back (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3109760)

OJ's on trial again (http://edition.cnn.com/2007/US/law/11/14/simpson.hearing/index.html) ..... and this time there'll be no Johnnie Cochran (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnnie_Cochran) to save him
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 27, 2007, 11:17:13 AM
Redskins safety Sean Taylor has died a day after being shot.

Sad day for the Redskins & The NFL.

Not sure if this link will work but here goes...

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7490604
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 27, 2007, 01:49:50 PM
Quite possibly the worst game ever played last night.....Pittsburgh Steelers vs Miami Dolphins, final sore: 3-0.   Steelers won it with a field goal in the last 30 seconds.  Utter, utter crap - just like the weather here yesterday.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on November 27, 2007, 01:55:54 PM
49ers win, but are still pants.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 27, 2007, 02:43:37 PM
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Quite possibly the worst game ever played last night.....Pittsburgh Steelers vs Miami Dolphins, final sore: 3-0. Steelers won it with a field goal in the last 30 seconds. Utter, utter crap - just like the weather here yesterday.


I watched a bit of that!! The pitch was in such a terrible state, a bit like the Miami Dolphins. I still think the Steelers may stop the Pats bandwagon when they meet.

Packers/Cowboys on Thursday. We get it here on Sky but I've heard alot of people won't get to see it over there. Is NFL Network a bit like Setanta Sports over here in that you have to pay on top of existing cable coverage to receive it?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 27, 2007, 02:53:37 PM
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Is NFL Network a bit like Setanta Sports over here in that you have to pay on top of existing cable coverage to receive it?


Not extra, it's just that some cable providers don't carry it - including the major cable provider in.......DALLAS!!!  Really looking forward to that game, Green Bay is my team (after the Steelers).

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I watched a bit of that!! The pitch was in such a terrible state, a bit like the Miami Dolphins. I still think the Steelers may stop the Pats bandwagon when they meet.


They put new sod down on the field on Saturday evening, as the pitch had tekn a pounding over the last few weeks with College and High School games.  They should have looked at the weather forecast and realised they were getting two inches or rain on Monday and not bothered.  They had it covered, but the tarp leaked at the seams, which is why every 20 yards, there was a bog.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on November 27, 2007, 03:04:31 PM
Quote from: "usav"
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Is NFL Network a bit like Setanta Sports over here in that you have to pay on top of existing cable coverage to receive it?


Not extra, it's just that some cable providers don't carry it - including the major cable provider in.......DALLAS!!!  Really looking forward to that game, Green Bay is my team (after the Steelers).

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I watched a bit of that!! The pitch was in such a terrible state, a bit like the Miami Dolphins. I still think the Steelers may stop the Pats bandwagon when they meet.


They put new sod down on the field on Saturday evening, as the pitch had tekn a pounding over the last few weeks with College and High School games.  They should have looked at the weather forecast and realised they were getting two inches or rain on Monday and not bothered.  They had it covered, but the tarp leaked at the seams, which is why every 20 yards, there was a bog.


The summariser back in the studio over here kept on taking the piss out of the wembley groundstaff, about not getting the pitch ready for the croatia match after Dolphins v Giants, saying how much better it was in Pittsburgh where they'd been able to replace a pitch in 24 hours, when the picture cut to the ploughed field they ended up playing on.

The look on his face was priceless! He's a good pundit, but that moment was very funny. It was the same problem at Pittsburgh that Blues had last year, laying a pitch and then it shits down for the next 2 days.

EDIT: can't wait for Packers against Cowboys on Thursday!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on November 28, 2007, 12:32:55 AM
American NFL hooligans are funny...

“It was in recognition of a problem that had been gaining a little bit of momentum that we have observed lately,” Jones said in a telephone interview after the game. He said security had been increased at each of the stadium’s eight spiral ramps during halftime.

The scene at Gate D was markedly different during halftime of the Jets’ game against the Pittsburgh Steelers the previous week, when several hundred men congregated on one of the ramps and chanted at the few women in the crowd to bare their breasts. If the women did not comply, plastic beer bottles and spit were launched in their direction. There were about 10 security guards standing near the bottom of the ramp, but the behavior was not stopped.

According to several fans and stadium workers, such behavior has been going on at Jets home games for years. But it apparently had not been a problem at Giants home games. The Jets do not play at Giants Stadium again until Dec. 9, when they face the Cleveland Browns."

NY Times (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/26/sports/football/26picker.html?ref=football)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2007, 10:55:00 AM
Quote from: "usav"
Quite possibly the worst game ever played last night.....Pittsburgh Steelers vs Miami Dolphins, final sore: 3-0.   Steelers won it with a field goal in the last 30 seconds.  Utter, utter crap - just like the weather here yesterday.


Same turf providers as Wembley ?

Having watched college and NFL games in that stadium on consecutive days, if ever there was a case for artificial turf, this is it.

The standard of artificial turf these days is so good that I can't understand why cold/wet weather stadiums or those with heavy use don't have it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2007, 10:57:13 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Ricky's on his way back (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3109760)



Annnnnd ......... he's gone again

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3130119
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2007, 10:59:24 AM
Quote from: "CT"
Redskins safety Sean Taylor has died a day after being shot.

Sad day for the Redskins & The NFL.

Not sure if this link will work but here goes...

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7490604


Sad that Taylor didn't make it. From what I've been reading, it appeared that he had began to turn his life around and distance himself from the "friends" he'd been caught up in previous trouble with.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 29, 2007, 08:27:54 AM
People are beginning to say that it wasn't a burglary gone wrong but that enemies from Taylor's past may have been after him

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3132378



Packers v Cowboys tonight....... who's ya got ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 29, 2007, 01:53:43 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
People are beginning to say that it wasn't a burglary gone wrong but that enemies from Taylor's past may have been after him


I am not suprised one little bit.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 29, 2007, 06:27:46 PM
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Packers v Cowboys tonight....... who's ya got ?


From a Cowboys man who's team is 10-1 - I think it could be the Pack!!

Could be a points-fest but I think Favre might exploit our secondary and especially Roy Williams who has gone downhill since I bought a shirt with his name on the back when I last visited Dallas!!

Might be a big night for Jason Witten - we shall see......
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 29, 2007, 06:44:45 PM
Please let the Cowboys trounce Green Bay. I am not a Cowboys fan, but for me Green Bay are the equivalent of that mob from down the Sty, and Brett Favre is my Trevor Francis of the NFL.

Go Bears!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 29, 2007, 07:15:30 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Please let the Cowboys trounce Green Bay. I am not a Cowboys fan, but for me Green Bay are the equivalent of that mob from down the Sty, and Brett Favre is my Beelzebub of the NFL.

Go Bears!!!


In terms of history and glory, I would say Green Bay are Villa and the Bears are the shit.   :-
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on November 29, 2007, 07:29:50 PM
Erm, I don't think Green Bay compare to the shit whatsoever!

It'll be a good game, I like the Romo - Witten - TO connection, but you can't count against Favre, especially if he starts moving the chains.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 29, 2007, 07:46:42 PM
Did you two not read my post. I said "For me, Green Bay are the equivalent of the shite", refering of course to the fact that I am a Bears fan. I really do dislike them and their "cheesehead" fans. What a bunch of gimps.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 29, 2007, 07:56:28 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Did you two not read my post. I said "For me, Green Bay are the equivalent of the shite", refering of course to the fact that I am a Bears fan. I really do dislike them and their "cheesehead" fans. What a bunch of gimps.


Oi watch it  [-X

Go Packers
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 29, 2007, 07:57:40 PM
Quote from: "OCD"
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Did you two not read my post. I said "For me, Green Bay are the equivalent of the shite", refering of course to the fact that I am a Bears fan. I really do dislike them and their "cheesehead" fans. What a bunch of gimps.


Oi watch it  [-X

Go Packers


Yeah, Go Packers. Go as far away as possible you mutant freaks, and take your stupid cheese wedge hats with you. You are a disgrace to the Mid-West.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 29, 2007, 08:02:33 PM
That doesn't include me then. The only time I've been to the States was when I went to Kissimmee.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 30, 2007, 02:04:39 PM
Dallas 37, Green Bay 27

Need I say more?

Well done Mr Romo, you really did put those gimps in their place.

(http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20071130/capt.69fe9b953a064609879313667e476194.packers_cowboys_football_irv135.jpg)


Poor old Brett...

(http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20071130/capt.8d9fe386ece74104a4935d02af83bf2a.aptopix_packers_cowboys_football_irv117.jpg)


Now remind me who the other team was who beat your sorry asses earlier this season?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 30, 2007, 02:42:13 PM
Alright Simon, calm down, calm down ;-)

Green Bay lost there two best defensive players before the start of the game.  Favre got injured in the 2nd quater and they still held with them until the last drive of the game.

The NFC championship game could be time for revenge.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 30, 2007, 03:40:32 PM
Great comeback by the Bears last week. Lets hope we can continue it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 30, 2007, 04:29:31 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Dallas 37, Green Bay 27


Oh Bollocks
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 30, 2007, 06:11:51 PM
How come quite so many Cheeseheads got tickets for last nights game?

I've been three times to Texas Stadium and know the crowd have a tendancy to be a little too loud when the offense has the ball but at times last night it may as well have been an away game.

The sight of GB defensive lineman urging the crowd for more noise was a bit rich!

Anyway, good win for us but credit to the back up QB who did a nice job and kept it close right till the end.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 30, 2007, 07:18:48 PM
Well I enjoyed Ryan Grant's performance for GB last night! 94yds and 2TD. Great fantasy pick this week!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 30, 2007, 08:25:09 PM
All that matters is Green Bay lost and Brett Favre went down like a pussy. That woman in the first pic is also a "looker" by cheesehead standards.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on November 30, 2007, 08:26:13 PM
Quote from: "Drummond"
Well I enjoyed Ryan Grant's performance for GB last night! 94yds and 2TD. Great fantasy pick this week!


... and he was a loser like the rest of the WI scummers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 30, 2007, 08:27:15 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
All that matters is Green Bay lost and Brett Favre went down like a pussy. That woman in the first pic is also a "looker" by cheesehead standards.


The bear looks like one too to be fair...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on December 02, 2007, 09:13:53 PM
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To honor slain Taylor, Redskins use 10 men on first Bills play
By HOWARD FENDRICH, AP Sports Writer
December 2, 2007

Washington Redskins football fans from left to right, Brandy Lombardos, 18, Emily Zurn, 18, and Brittany Stanton, 16, wear Redskins Sean Taylor's number on their faces at FedEx Field before the start game between the Washington Redskins and Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Dec. 2, 2007 in Landover, Md. Redskins are playing their first game after the death of safety Sean Taylor who died Tuesday after he was shot at his Miami home.

For all of the No. 21 jerseys, waving towels and handwritten signs in the stands Sunday, for all of the flowers at a makeshift memorial outside the stadium, for all of the pregame tributes to the Pro Bowl safety, the most stark reminder of Taylor's plight came when the Washington Redskins lined up on defense for the first time since he was shot to death.

Instead of 11 Redskins on the field, as rules allow, there were 10.

As the Buffalo Bills got ready to run their first play midway through the first quarter, the man who replaced Taylor in the starting lineup, Reed Doughty, stood near coaches on the sideline with his arms crossed. After watching while Bills running back Fred Jackson gained 22 yards, Doughty entered for the next play -- and made the tackle.

The 24-year-old Taylor died Tuesday, a day after being shot at his home in Florida during a burglary. Four men have been charged. The shock has yet to dissipate for Taylor's teammates and fans, and the grieving process continued on game day.

"The only way we can honor him right now is to go out there on the field and play. Go out and play football," Redskins defensive end Phillip Daniels said during a pregame video tribute to Taylor.

Before entering the stadium, spectators talked about Taylor in the present tense, as though it all hasn't quite registered.

"I just love the way he plays," said Joshua Skeen of Manchester, Md., wearing a white jersey with Taylor's No. 21.

Skeen's brother, Jason, wore No. 36, Taylor's uniform as a Redskins rookie.

Not surprisingly, those numbers were everywhere Sunday, including on black versions of the jersey, on handmade T-shirts, on hats, on wristbands. A trio of teenage friends each wrote the number on a cheek.

While tailgating did carry on in the parking lots before the game began -- with beer and grilled food, with chips and salsa -- things were somewhat more subdued. Stereos didn't blare. People spoke instead of screamed.

"Oh, yeah, it's quiet," said Adrian Moore of Springfield, Va., who was wearing a long-sleeve white shirt with a yellow candle between the numbers 2 and 1. "It's a lot more somber than normal."

One fan, Joe Yang of Chantilly, Va., painted "Sean Taylor, Go Skins, R.I.P 21" on two of his black SUV's windows, and "We Miss You Sean Taylor" on the rear window.

"I just feel like we owe it to Sean, we owe it to the team, we owe it to the Redskins," Yang said. "I just wanted to make sure that no one should forget."

A short walk away, people approached a memorial to Taylor near where the Redskins painted his number on a patch of grass near the team store -- which was under orders not to sell jerseys or other items with his name this day.

Starting at 7:30 a.m., fans began arriving to look at the display, snap a photo of it and leave objects. The piles were continually spreading, with flowers in the team colors of burgundy and gold, leather footballs, burning candles, and posters with personal messages. And on and on it went: balloons, teddy bears, hats. One little child left a piece of paper with a poem.

James McClendon of Stafford, Va., watched as his 10-year-old son, Dhimani, offered a football with an inscription. Father and son came to their first NFL game together Sunday, to honor Taylor.

Both wore burgundy No. 21 jerseys.

"If I don't ever come to another Redskins game again, it had to be this one," the elder McClendon said. "I felt, you know, this would be the best way for us to, you know, say goodbye to Sean Taylor."

There were plenty of ways in which he was saluted, off the field of play and on.

After making a catch, Redskins wide receiver Santana Moss, also a teammate of Taylor's at the University of Miami, would pound his chest and put up a hand with his thumb and ring finger tucked down and the other three fingers raised. It was his way of saying, "21."

On a facade above one end zone, there was a new sign with Taylor's name and uniform number in white writing on a burgundy background, with pictures of black ribbons on each end.

The Redskins Marching Band wore black hats and used instruments covered with black sleeves while playing a funeral dirge on the field, before a slow, mournful rendition of the team's normally peppy theme song, "Hail to the Redskins."

After the public address announcer noted that, "We gather here today shocked and saddened," the scoreboard showed a 4-minute video filled with still photos of Taylor with his 1-year-old daughter; footage of him playing football in high school, college and the pros; and clips of interviews with him, teammates and coaches.

After Taylor was shown saying, "My favorite part is when we have home games and the fans are cheering," the crowd roared and waved the white hand towels with the No. 21 they were given as they entered the stadium.

Those tiny towels swirled around and around, a silent and moving tribute.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: SDVILLAIN on December 04, 2007, 12:03:53 AM
Go Chargers. LT is by far the best player in the NFL.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 04, 2007, 07:51:29 AM
Pats make it to 12-0....... but only just
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 04, 2007, 08:07:55 AM
49ers lose again.  #-o
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 04, 2007, 10:23:42 AM
On the Browns last play against Arizona, 4th-and-10 from the Arizona 37, Winslow for the Browns made a fantastic catch in the end zone near the left touchline but appeared to be illegally forced out of play by an Arizona player. I wasn't too bothered initially because they went to video review and would surely see that it was an illegal move by the defence. I then discover that on the video review they are only able to rule on whether or not Winslow got his feet in. They are not able to review the fact that he was illegally forced out, even though they can plainly see that it was this illegal move by the defence that stopped him getting his feet in.

Why have a rule that allows the umpire to review a play but doesn't allow him to rule on the illegal move? I'm sure there is a reason but is it a good reason?

Even worse for me than discovering that such a law exists in NFL was discovering I really was bothered by it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on December 04, 2007, 12:17:03 PM
Quote from: "Villadawg"

Why have a rule that allows the umpire to review a play but doesn't allow him to rule on the illegal move? I'm sure there is a reason but is it a good reason?



Because it's bollocks?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 04, 2007, 04:24:26 PM
I know some Dolphins fans. They're not very happy but are looking forward to next year's draft.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: flybo on December 04, 2007, 08:00:31 PM
You can put stuff in front of the door to stop the draft.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on December 04, 2007, 10:10:17 PM
Quote from: "IanB"
How are 'our' team doing at the mo?


They put in a Villaesque performance on Sunday, thats for sure.

They're pushing for the play-offs, but conspired to flounder against Arizona (!) to put them in a bit of a scrap for their place rather than secure their position.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on December 04, 2007, 10:15:55 PM
He didn't half!

He was offended by music after goals being called an Americanism. I hadn't the heart to tell him it was.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 05, 2007, 02:29:21 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Pats make it to 12-0....... but only just


Only just is right.  For the second week in a row, they should have lost.  The Ravens played the game of their lives and still managed to fuck it up in the 4th quarter.


I hate the Patriots - and I have no reason to.  There is just something abou them.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 05, 2007, 11:31:18 AM
Quote from: "IanB"
And what a shower of shit that was.


Ian, I heard something at the weekend about "crowd noise" been piped in during an NFL game. I'm not sure if it was into the ground or just on the TV.

I'm assuming you wouldn't be in favour  :-k
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 06, 2007, 09:28:04 PM
The "stadium noise" was to do with the Colts and a strange noise that went round their stadium when the visitors had the ball.

In the end CBS admitted it was their problem and nowt to do with the Colts.

Near the end though Juan Pablo Angel got a TD and the stadium DJ decided it would be rather clever to play "Angels" by Robbie Williams!

That would never happen at VP.....(ahem)  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Sister of Top Cat on December 06, 2007, 09:33:03 PM
What's a TD?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 08, 2007, 03:37:27 AM
Quote from: "Sister of Top Cat"
What's a TD?


Touch Down......
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 11, 2007, 07:48:27 AM
Pats keep on a rollin' and the Fish keep on a losin'.

Meanwhile, Michael Vick gets 23 months in the "big house".

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?id=3148826

Meanwhile his ex-team mates show that they just don't get it

(http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2007/1210/nfl_ap_white_412.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 16, 2007, 02:01:23 AM
Huge game coming up at the Browns today against The Bills. Live on Sky 3 at 6pm. If the Browns win they are almost certain to be in the play-offs.

BTW, as I'm on here at stupid o'clock I'm watching the Bengals V 49ers on nfl.com and its easily the best sports stream I've ever watched. No distortion at all.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 16, 2007, 11:58:48 AM
Quote from: "Villadawg"


BTW, as I'm on here at stupid o'clock I'm watching the Bengals V 49ers on nfl.com and its easily the best sports stream I've ever watched. No distortion at all.


Quality was probably good because no one's really interested in the 49ers v Bengals. Also, it was live on Sky as well
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 16, 2007, 02:59:06 PM
Quote from: "Villadawg"
Huge game coming up at the Browns today against The Bills. Live on Sky 3 at 6pm. If the Browns win they are almost certain to be in the play-offs.


Should be a snow-bowl......they are going to be having blizzard conditions in Cleveland today.   The game in New England later could be interesting as well.  Pittsburgh will be a combo of freezing rain and snow.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tonyh on December 16, 2007, 03:26:02 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "Villadawg"
Huge game coming up at the Browns today against The Bills. Live on Sky 3 at 6pm. If the Browns win they are almost certain to be in the play-offs.


Should be a snow-bowl......they are going to be having blizzard conditions in Cleveland today.   The game in New England later could be interesting as well.  Pittsburgh will be a combo of freezing rain and snow.


Thats a shame quite a nice day  here in sunny solihull. Come on the Browns..
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 16, 2007, 03:33:08 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Villadawg"


BTW, as I'm on here at stupid o'clock I'm watching the Bengals V 49ers on nfl.com and its easily the best sports stream I've ever watched. No distortion at all.


Quality was probably good because no one's really interested in the 49ers v Bengals. Also, it was live on Sky as well


aah that explains it. I'm usually quite cynical about the "slickness" of the nfl output but that website is tremendously well put together. It was a pleasure to be able to just click and watch a game without having to sign-up/subscribe etc...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ross on December 16, 2007, 06:09:43 PM
Blimey - anyone watching the Browns on Sky Sports 3? Complete blizzard conditions!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 16, 2007, 06:17:54 PM
Quote from: "Ross"
Blimey - anyone watching the Browns on Sky Sports 3? Complete blizzard conditions!!!


You can't see the markings - do NFL games ever get abandoned?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on December 16, 2007, 11:46:31 PM
Quote from: "OCD"
Quote from: "Ross"
Blimey - anyone watching the Browns on Sky Sports 3? Complete blizzard conditions!!!


You can't see the markings - do NFL games ever get abandoned?


Only if there's lightning.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 16, 2007, 11:48:51 PM
So how did the Browns get on?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on December 17, 2007, 12:08:10 AM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
So how did the Browns get on?


Won 8-0 in a snowstorm, means they're still in a playoff position with two games to go.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 17, 2007, 12:10:19 AM
Fantastic. My uncle is a Bengals fan so he will be threaders - hates the Browns!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2007, 08:28:29 AM
Dolphins get their first win of the season (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=271216015)

Patriots go 14-0 (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=271216017)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 17, 2007, 11:12:03 AM
Right after getting my head round how each teams regular season fixture list works, someone is going to have to give me a run down on how its decided who gets in the play offs and what the format is?

I would assume, though that seems dangerous, that each divisional winner gets a place making 8 teams then conference semi's and finals followed by Super bowl between AFC and NFC Champions?  

However, as this is America that seems far too logical and I've seen that there are wild cards and play off places up for grabs, so how is it decided?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2007, 11:41:12 AM
Quote from: "AV82EC"
Right after getting my head round how each teams regular season fixture list works, someone is going to have to give me a run down on how its decided who gets in the play offs and what the format is?

I would assume, though that seems dangerous, that each divisional winner gets a place making 8 teams then conference semi's and finals followed by Super bowl between AFC and NFC Champions?  

However, as this is America that seems far too logical and I've seen that there are wild cards and play off places up for grabs, so how is it decided?


From da Wiki.......

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Qualification into the playoffs are as follows:

The NFL Playoffs. Each of the 4 division winners is seeded 1–4 based on their overall records. The two wildcard teams (labeled Wild Card 1 and 2) are seeded 5th and 6th (with the better of the two having seed 5) regardless of their records compared to the 4 division winners.

    * The four division champions from each conference (the team in each division with the best overall record), which are seeded 1 through 4 based on their overall won-lost-tied record.
    * Two wild card qualifiers (those non-division champions with the conference's best winning percentages), which are seeded 5 and 6.

The first round of the playoffs is dubbed the Wild Card Playoffs (the league in recent years has also used the term Wild Card Weekend). The 3rd-seeded division winner hosts the 6th seed wild card, and the 4th seed hosts the 5th. The 1 and the 2 seeds from each conference receive a bye in the first round, which entitles these teams to automatically advance to the second round, the Divisional Playoff games, to face the Wild Card survivors. Unlike most tournaments, with a predetermined bracket, each round of the playoffs is 're-seeded'; the highest surviving seed always hosts the lowest surviving seed, the second-highest hosts the second-lowest, etc. This guarantees each division winner at least one home playoff game.

The two surviving teams from the Divisional Playoff games meet in Conference Championship games, with the winners of those contests going on to face one another in the Super Bowl.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 17, 2007, 12:08:56 PM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
Fantastic. My uncle is a Bengals fan so he will be threaders - hates the Browns!


With a bit of luck he'll be truly upset next week when the Browns beat them at their place to  clinch the play-off spot :-)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 17, 2007, 01:27:53 PM
49ers won......... \:D/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on December 17, 2007, 01:44:46 PM
Raiders lost...again  ](*,)  ](*,)  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on December 17, 2007, 04:48:48 PM
I saw a little bit and the weather at the Browns game was bloody ridiculous
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 17, 2007, 10:00:41 PM
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Any updates on 'our' team then? Are they doing ok still?


Ian, they played in a blizzard yesterday and made the play-offs for the first time in 5 years. Mr Lerner will be very proud.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 17, 2007, 10:35:58 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Quote
Any updates on 'our' team then? Are they doing ok still?


Ian, they played in a blizzard yesterday and made the play-offs for the first time in 5 years. Mr Lerner will be very proud.


I thought they had another 2 games to play and that they could still be caught?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 18, 2007, 07:56:31 AM
Quote from: "OCD"

I thought they had another 2 games to play and that they could still be caught?


Yep, the Cleveland Villains need one more win to clinch a playoff spot and still have a chance of catching the Pittsburgh Steelers for the AFC North title.

From ESPN.....
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The Browns' snow-covered home victory over Buffalo gives Cleveland a shot at the fourth seed in the AFC, behind New England (14-0), Indianapolis (12-2) and resurgent San Diego (9-5). The Chargers, suddenly hotter than the seat Norv Turner inhabited much of the season, need only to defeat Denver at home and Oakland on the road to claim the third seed in the conference.

If the Chargers hold up their end, the second-place team in the AFC North -- Cleveland or Pittsburgh -- likely would visit San Diego as the sixth seed in the wild-card round.

The Browns can clinch a playoff berth by winning in Cincinnati in Week 16. Cleveland probably needs to win out against the Bengals and the 49ers to overtake the Steelers in the AFC North. Pittsburgh plays at St. Louis on Thursday night before finishing the regular season in Baltimore.

The Steelers' regular-season sweep of the Browns gives Pittsburgh a good shot at claiming the fourth seed as the AFC North champion.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 18, 2007, 10:05:55 PM
Oops! Sorry Ian for getting your hopes up - Now I've probably cursed them!!  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 23, 2007, 02:30:59 PM
Another very big game for the Browns today "The battle of Ohio". Playing away at one of their divisional rivals, The Cincinnati Bengals (bungals). A win tonight puts them in the play-offs for the first time since 2002, it would be lovely to do at Cincinnati.

They're live on Sky at 6pm for the 2nd week running.

When these two played at the Browns in week 2 of the season it was a wonderful mad game that ended 51-45 in favour of the Browns. It was also the first start for the Browns super new quarterback Derek Anderson.

Watch out for Braylon Edwards who will break the Browns record for most in a season if he gets one tonight.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 23, 2007, 04:07:55 PM
For those that liked the snow blizzard last week in Cleveland, you might want to check out the Chicago vs Green Bay game today.......current wind chill in Chicago is -6F with 60mph gusts!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 23, 2007, 05:19:21 PM
The big question of the day is how many points the Patriots will put on the Dolphins
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 23, 2007, 05:36:57 PM
I've never watched a game of American Football in my entire life, have no idea how it works etc. But this evening I'll be glued to the box cheering on my new Third sports team to victory against the Bungles
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 23, 2007, 05:52:25 PM
Quote from: "usav"
For those that liked the snow blizzard last week in Cleveland, you might want to check out the Chicago vs Green Bay game today.......current wind chill in Chicago is -6F with 60mph gusts!


Go on the Packers!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 23, 2007, 07:20:53 PM
Not looking good is it!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 23, 2007, 07:26:57 PM
Browns are getting murdered.

Why do some of the players wear bum bags?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 23, 2007, 09:36:57 PM
Browns lost 19-14.

Not sure what that means now for their Wild Card play off hopes?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 23, 2007, 10:57:30 PM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
Browns lost 19-14.

Not sure what that means now for their Wild Card play off hopes?


It's not helped, put it that way.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 24, 2007, 10:42:58 AM
Pats just one win away now thanks to an easy win over Miami.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 24, 2007, 11:12:36 AM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
Browns lost 19-14.

Not sure what that means now for their Wild Card play off hopes?


Its bad news. The Browns have to beat the 49ers and hope that Tennessee lose against the Colts. fingers crossed.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 31, 2007, 12:20:38 PM
Well? Are we in the Play offs or not?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: BIG MAN LEON on December 31, 2007, 12:26:29 PM
No i think from what i heard i think Tennessee pipped them to the post despite the Browns winning.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 31, 2007, 12:50:15 PM
Bollox
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 31, 2007, 12:55:21 PM
No they're not. Losing last week proved too costly.

Oh well, my team made it to the playoffs.  \:D/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 31, 2007, 01:09:09 PM
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AFC

WILD CARD WEEKEND

Saturday, Jan. 5

5. Jacksonville Jaguars (11-5) at 4. Pittsburgh Steelers (10-6), 8 p.m. ET (NBC)

Sunday, Jan. 6

6. Tennessee Titans (10-6) at 3. San Diego Chargers (11-5), 4:30 p.m. ET (CBS)

1. New England Patriots (16-0) and 2. Indianapolis Colts (13-2) have first-round byes.

DIVISIONAL ROUND

Jan. 12-13

San Diego, Pittsburgh or Jacksonville at Indianapolis

Pittsburgh, Jacksonville or Tennessee at New England

NFC

WILD CARD WEEKEND

Saturday, Jan. 5

6. Washington Redskins (9-7) at 3. Seattle Seahawks (10-6), 4:30 p.m. ET (NBC)

Sunday, Jan. 6

5. New York Giants (10-6) at 4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-7), 1 p.m. ET (Fox)

1. Dallas Cowboys (13-3) and 2. Green Bay Packers (13-3) have first-round byes.

DIVISIONAL ROUND

Jan. 12-13

Tampa Bay or New York or Washington at Dallas

Seattle, Tampa Bay or New York at Green Bay

AFC, NFC championships: Sunday, Jan. 20

Super Bowl XLII: Sunday, Feb. 3, 6 p.m., University of Phoenix Stadium (Glendale, Ariz.)


ESPN article (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?columnist=clayton_john&id=3174113) on the Cleveland Villans failing to make the playoffs
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on December 31, 2007, 01:58:25 PM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
Well? Are we in the Play offs or not?


Not

...and last night's game between Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans was the worst possible advert for NFL football.

The Titans beat the Colts by 6 points and they go through ahead of the Browns. It couldn't have been tighter. Both teams won 10 out of their 16 regular season games. The titans go through on their record against the teams that both they and Cleveland played against this season.

 Due to the fact that the Colts had already secured their place in the play-offs they had nothing to gain from winning last nights game. Even though they were playing one of their big rivals (one of only three teams they play twice every year), they put nothing into the game at all.

One interesting little cameo in the game was the fact that one of the Colts players, Reggie Wayne, needed x receptions/yards to be classed as the "best in the league" for the season. The Colts put out their first team for as long as was needed for the player to get his record, all of their play was targetted at getting the ball to him for the requisite receptions/yards. Once that was done it was the end of the game as far as they were concerned. They even refused a time-out towards the end of the game that would have given them one last chance to win.

When the Colts took Peyton Manning off, one of the best quarter backs in the League, they replaced him with a player that was completely and totally out of his depth. I've never seen a worse performance.

I've watched a lot of the Browns this season and they've been terrific, its just a shame that the season had to end on such a bum note. From what I saw of the Titans last night they are not a patch on the Browns team and did not deserve to be gifted a place in the play-offs.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 31, 2007, 04:08:31 PM
Quote from: "IanB"
I know eff all about American Football. Indianapolis let the Browns down badly with their "effort".


In the NFL, once a team's qualified for the playoffs they tend to rest key players.

The Colts did the right thing in resting Manning and looking after their own best interests.

The one exception is where a record or records in involved. If the Pats hadn't have been going for 16-0, Brady going for the TD record and Moss for the TD reception record there's no way they'd have seen more than a half of action against the Giants.

With regard to the standard of the Colts' reserve QB. When a team has a high quality (and also a durable one) like Manning or Brady its difficult to justify having a top notch reserve. The salary cap money can be better spent elsewhere. Also, what QB is going to want to go to team where they have one of the league's top players who's also young and not injury prone.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 31, 2007, 04:10:17 PM
Felt really sorry for the Browns but they blew their chance last week. Sorry Ian - I blame myself for saying they were already in!!

The Cowboys have really limped home - I knew last night's game wouldn't be good but didn't expect them to be quite so bad. It seemed like Wade Phillips was daring Tony Romo to get injured! It got so bad I ended up watching the Chuck Liddell Wanderlei Silva fight instead.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 31, 2007, 05:20:58 PM
The time taken - Over three hours for the match!! Ridiculous, nothing can justfy that. A large part of the game is clock management, which includes timeouts and other stopages.  The TV companies love it.

The Sky anchor man - he seemed pretty clued up (the English one) - who was he?  Someone else will have to answer that.

Why so few games a season? I've heard different theories ranging from, maximum income, by charging ridiculous prices as there are so few games - through to the physical nature of the game doesn't allow for any more games than they have currently.

How many home games a season?  8 (regular season)

Why the need for any other than 5-6 players to be super fit? Everyone is 'fit' - but you have varying degrees of size, speed and mobility depending on the role they have in the team, like rugby.   You will have your big blokes up front (linemen) and then your wide recievers who will be a more average size.

Why the need for a HUGE roster, as I believe it's called? You have an offence, a defence and a special teams unit which each consist of 11 players - add to that reserves and backups, your soon in the 40+ range.

And finally, one from my wife, that I loved and so will you too - how many quarters do they play?  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 31, 2007, 05:24:39 PM
Quote from: "IanB"
And finally, one from my wife, that I loved and so will you too - how many quarters do they play?  :smt003


Classic. Although are you sure it was the Mrs who asked that?  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 31, 2007, 05:42:46 PM
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The stoppages were so annoying though, usav


I agree and it's almost worse when you are at a game.  It is what it is, though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on December 31, 2007, 06:12:09 PM
The british presenter is Nick Halling, think he's been covering American sport for decades, so he does know his stuff.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on December 31, 2007, 08:02:13 PM
So which teams have qualified for the Play offs then?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 31, 2007, 08:36:57 PM
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So which teams have qualified for the Play offs then?

This page will tell you everything you need to know:

NFL Playoffs (http://www.nfl.com/schedules?seasonType=POST&season=2007#Week)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 01, 2008, 10:35:13 AM
Quote from: "usav"


Why so few games a season? I've heard different theories ranging from, maximum income, by charging ridiculous prices as there are so few games - through to the physical nature of the game doesn't allow for any more games than they have currently.


There's been some talk of expanding the season by two games by getting rid of a couple of the pre-season matches.

The reasons I've heard for having so few games are many.

1) Tradition - the sport's historical heartland is the Upper Mid-West and the North East. Therefore a short autumn season fitted in best with the end of the baseball season and the onset of winter.

2) Economics - Basic supply & demand theory. Having so few games means that almost every one is important and has playoff implications. This keeps the interest high and just about guarantees every game is sold out no matter who's playing.

3) Player attrition - Have you seen some of the hits ?!?!

4) Its the USA. Do you really expect it to make sense ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Archbishop Herbert Cockthrottle on January 01, 2008, 11:45:59 AM
Go Packers!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 02, 2008, 01:15:57 PM
Its the time of year when coaches are fired and hired.

A early favourite for the Atlanta job is

Tony Soprano (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_soprano)


Sorry...... I meant

Tony Sparano (http://lb.dallascowboys.com/team_coach_bios.cfm?newName=Tony_Sparano)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 05, 2008, 12:10:36 PM
First playoff games are today

Native Americans @ Seahawks

Jaguars @ Steelers

Who's ya got ?

I can't see the Redskins winning in Seattle.

However, in light of Willie Parker's injury and Fred Taylor's previous performance against Pittsburgh I see a potential upset in that one.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 05, 2008, 12:22:13 PM
I don't care as long as the Packers beat the Cowboys
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on January 05, 2008, 02:31:20 PM
I have a question for all you US based boys. Have followed NFL for 20 odd years (Raiders fan unfortunately). With the Patriots remarkable run, is there genuine respect in the country for them or do a lot hate them a la Man Yoo and Chelski over here...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 05, 2008, 03:59:59 PM
Quote from: "avfcpg"
I have a question for all you US based boys. Have followed NFL for 20 odd years (Raiders fan unfortunately). With the Patriots remarkable run, is there genuine respect in the country for them or do a lot hate them a la Man Yoo and Chelski over here...


There is a genuine hate for them, very similar to that of Man Yoo.   Arrogance, a grumpy twat of a coach and a hint of cheating.....the parallels are uncanny.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on January 05, 2008, 04:12:44 PM
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There is a genuine hate for them, very similar to that of Man Yoo. Arrogance, a grumpy twat of a coach and a hint of cheating.....the parallels are uncanny.


Thanks usav. Not just over here it happens then !!  I don't much care for them myself.

And what of the Raiders ? Do they still dislike them as a horrible side or just pity them as they are just poor also rans these days ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 05, 2008, 08:42:20 PM
Quote from: "avfcpg"
And what of the Raiders ? Do they still dislike them as a horrible side or just pity them as they are just poor also rans these days ?


Definitely the latter.   The initmidation factor of the fans and the players has long gone, I'm afraid.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2008, 03:30:07 PM
After going 2-for-2 with my Saturday predictions, today I'm going for .......

Giants over Bucs

Chargers over Titans
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 07, 2008, 07:11:42 AM
I hope you're betting your mortgages on my predictions.

4-for-4 !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 07, 2008, 10:09:22 PM
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There is a genuine hate for them, very similar to that of Man Yoo. Arrogance, a grumpy twat of a coach and a hint of cheating.....the parallels are uncanny.


That's a very interesting point.

Any time I've been to the States (apart from Dallas, obviously) I've been really looked down on whenever the NFL and me supporting the Cowboys has come into a conversation. Even if I try and justify it by saying I've followed them for 25 years and through plenty of lean spells it just doesn't wash.

Once in Florida I was looking at a Michael Irvin signed helmet and the shop assistant said "He was probably in jail when he signed that". We had a bit of a chat and he likened supporting the Cowboys to following Man U! There just seems to be an instant "downer" on following the Cowboys much like when someone says they support Man Utd - you just feel an instant dislike!

Anyway, Cowboys to stomp on the Giants next Sunday and then give those Packers a good seeing to. More than likely followed by glorious defeat to the Pats in the Bowl.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 07, 2008, 10:11:20 PM
The Packers will sort your boys out, have no worries.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on January 07, 2008, 10:15:40 PM
I'm a Patriots fan and I couldn't give a shit what anyone think of them. They have probably the best offence ever assembled and thats credit to the grumpy twat of a coach.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 08, 2008, 12:16:47 AM
Quote from: "CT"
Quote
There is a genuine hate for them, very similar to that of Man Yoo. Arrogance, a grumpy twat of a coach and a hint of cheating.....the parallels are uncanny.


That's a very interesting point.

Any time I've been to the States (apart from Dallas, obviously) I've been really looked down on whenever the NFL and me supporting the Cowboys has come into a conversation. Even if I try and justify it by saying I've followed them for 25 years and through plenty of lean spells it just doesn't wash.


Well I lived in Washington for the last 6 years so obviously the Cowboys are really popular there!  

Yes, the Cowboys are "America's Team" - it makes you want to puke as much as the "Theatre of Dreams"
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2008, 08:22:58 AM
Joe Gibbs (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3186165) quits the Washington Native Americans........ again
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 13, 2008, 12:32:35 AM
Brett Favre's a legend.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2008, 02:00:19 PM
Quote from: "OCD"
Brett Favre's a legend.


That play when he was tap tackled, stumbled head down, kept his balance and passed the ball underarm to the receiver was classic Brett.

NB- all the above was done whilst playing in a blizzard.

Ryan Grant might have won the "Comeback Player of the Year award" in one game. Two fumbles in the first two minutes follwed by over 200 yards rushing and three touchdowns.

Meanwhile, the Patriots just keep on marching .... 17-0
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 13, 2008, 02:08:46 PM
The Packer's offence looked really good last night and the blizzard added something to the game. Normally when I watch a game there's only one or two touchdowns, perhaps why I enjoyed the game more.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on January 13, 2008, 08:56:27 PM
There's a great game going on right between the Colts and the Chargers. SD 28 IND 24, 4:50 left in the 4th.

The officials have been giving everything to the Colts but the Chargers are giving it their all.

Edit: and the Chargers have done it - SD 28 IND 24.

Now to see the Giants beat the Cowboys.

Edit again: Go giants, NYG 21 Dal 17. I've won the double on my underdog picks and my bro will have to pay me Ł10. Good stuff.

Seeing Jerry Jones fuming on the touchline is just a bonus.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 14, 2008, 01:29:33 AM
Two big upsets today, sets it up nicely for next weekend.  I hope San Diego get their quaterback and running-back fit, so they can really give the Patriots a go.   Green Bay vs Giants looks set to be a tremendous tussle in the tundra.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 14, 2008, 07:50:24 AM
That was an incredible performance by San Diego. Beating Indy after losing one their main offensive weapons before the game (Antonio Gates) and then LT & Rivers during the game, is remarkable.

However, if all three of those guys aren't fully fit next week, they're on for an absolute thumping by the Patriots.

I haven't watched the "New York Football Giants" (why do commentators still call them this when the other "New York Giants" left town in 1957 ?) victory over "America's Team". I'll get to that this evening.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 14, 2008, 09:03:39 PM
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Seeing Jerry Jones fuming on the touchline is just a bonus.


I think I'd be furious to see my Ł60million pound QB who frigged off abroad for a week play so averagely. He's got months to go on holiday now. Chance missed, never get that back.

Not to mention Patrick Crayton, another to get a fat contract recently, dropping a ball I'd expect a child to catch. Not being able to beat a banged up Giants D was embarrassing but fair play to them - i thought they deserved to win.

Marion Barber was brilliant though - one of the few Cowboys who didn't deserve to lose.

Grrr!!!  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 15, 2008, 08:16:46 AM
In defence of Romo, the coach said that the players could have a few days off.

However, in hindsight I suspect that Romo wishes he'd spent the time at home shagging Jessica rather then popping down to Mexico.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 17, 2008, 08:15:46 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Its the time of year when coaches are fired and hired.

A early favourite for the Atlanta job is

Tony Soprano (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_soprano)


Sorry...... I meant

Tony Sparano (http://lb.dallascowboys.com/team_coach_bios.cfm?newName=Tony_Sparano)



OK, so I was wrong about Atlanta but Sparano is now an NFL head coach (Deputy Tuna) with the Dolphins
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 18, 2008, 10:43:07 AM
To my bestest H&V buddy ...... looks like I'll need your help again in October.

NFL returning to Wembley again in 2008 (http://www.nfl.com/international/story?id=09000d5d8060d7b9&template=with-video&confirm=true)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 18, 2008, 01:28:49 PM
Wow, I'm shocked it's coming back to the UK again....I thought the Krauts might a shot this time.  

Championship weekend coming up........very exciting.  Gametime temperature in Green Bay is scheduled to be 0F with a wind chill well below 0F.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2008, 07:36:26 AM
When I saw the Giants beat the Dolphins at Wembley there was no way I'd have thought they'd be playing in the Superbowl.

The Giants defeated the Packers thanks to a 47 yard field-goal in overtime by British-born kicker Lawrence Tynes.

Congrats to the lesser-known Manning and the "New York Football Giants".

Now they have the privilege of being annihilated by the Patriots.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 21, 2008, 01:37:36 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Now they have the privilege of being annihilated by the Patriots.


Not so quick.   I am gutted the Packers lost....but I think there is a certain destiny about the Giants.....they were so close to ending the Patriots unbeaten season in the last game of the season before the playoffs, I just think they know now what it takes to beat them.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Countryside Villain on January 30, 2008, 09:10:19 AM
Right, got my tickets to the Superbowl Superbash in Battersea this weekend.  Any other H&V'ers going along?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2008, 12:23:46 PM
I could have gone to the game itself but it was going to cost me Ł2500 for the ticket and accommodation. The flights would have been extra
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tucson Villain on February 02, 2008, 02:43:57 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
I could have gone to the game itself but it was going to cost me Ł2500 for the ticket and accommodation. The flights would have been extra

If you had bought me a ticket to the game I would have let you doss on my couch. :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2008, 10:04:43 AM
Chargers v Saints at Wembley, Sun 26 October. Now confirmed by the NFL
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Walmley_Villa on February 02, 2008, 10:16:05 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Chargers v Saints at Wembley, Sun 26 October. Now confirmed by the NFL


Registered again for tickets, hopefully have more luck this time!! Roll on tomorrow night and no work Monday morning  \:D/

Must confess to have caught the NFL bug again, it also reaffirms my dislike for egg chasing  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on February 02, 2008, 12:00:12 PM
I went last year and won't be trying again. The atmosphere was flat as there were so many people with no affiliation.

Might be a better game this season although they've chosen a daft date again weather-wise.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 02, 2008, 12:10:20 PM
Quote from: "Drummond"
I went last year and won't be trying again. The atmosphere was flat as there were so many people with no affiliation.

Might be a better game this season although they've chosen a daft date again weather-wise.


They have to pick a date in the middle of the NFL season so as to be able to give teams bye weeks afterwards. If they had played any earlier the pitch would have been in a shite state for the World Cup qualifiers (like England v Croatia last year).

The weather shouldn't be an issue - for the Ł957trillion spent on Wembley you might think they could have afforded a fucking roof!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on February 02, 2008, 12:48:45 PM
of course, didn't think of the bye-week business.

football doesn't need a roof.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 02, 2008, 01:45:44 PM
Quote from: "Drummond"
of course, didn't think of the bye-week business.

football doesn't need a roof.


Neither does NFL, but it does need longer, thicker grass like Twickers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on February 02, 2008, 02:42:31 PM
Twickers would have been perfect. I love the NFL, but the thought of all those 23 stone Offensive Linemen ruining the pitch pisses me off.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on February 02, 2008, 06:35:23 PM
Quote
I went last year and won't be trying again. The atmosphere was flat as there were so many people with no affiliation.


Yep, ditto here.

If it had been in Cardiff I would have tried for tickets as at least there's plenty to do there unlike Wembley. Sounds like they've picked a potentially better game this time though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2008, 10:55:16 PM
HQ or the Millennium would have been far better venues. However, isn't 26 Oct in the middle of the autumn rugby internationals
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 03, 2008, 10:03:01 AM
The big day has arrived, so who's ya got ?

I'm going for a comfortable Patriots victory.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 03, 2008, 11:09:00 PM
Martin O'Neill's backing the Giants. I can't see it though - to go 18-0 and then losing the Superbowl would just be cruel.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on February 04, 2008, 02:57:04 AM
This is the best Soupbowl for years!!!!!

Giants take the lead with 35 seconds left on the clock! Unbelievable but they deserve it!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa'Zawg on February 04, 2008, 02:57:50 AM
Fantastic game
ny 17 ne 14 - 35 seconds left

The NY drive for their touchdown just now was superb.

Edit: NY Giants are the "world champions". That's easily the best Superbowl game I've watched.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: martin on February 04, 2008, 04:57:23 AM
I was reading on the BBC site that this Brady bloke got sacked five times during the game.

Makes the Premiership look like jobs for life I say!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Walmley_Villa on February 04, 2008, 10:23:48 AM
Top game! Very entertaining. Enjoyed it more than the Villa game...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2008, 10:50:07 AM
The New York Football Giants have certainly improved since their Wembley appearance.

Yes, they deserved to win, but it took an incredible catch to get them into scoring position. Just before that mini-Manning was almost intercepted by Samuel for a game-ending turnover.

At least one Scotsman was on a winning team on Sunday !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on February 04, 2008, 11:20:37 AM
I stayed up to watch it, but fell asleep during Tom Petty!

Typical, just as I'm starting to sort of understand how the game works (My flat mate is married to an American so he explained what that 1st and 10 stuff meant!) the season finishes. So I have when does the season start again?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mac on February 04, 2008, 11:49:56 AM
September.

I had the good fortune to be able to watch the game in bed this year. That meant instead of falling asleep ont he couch I got to fall asleep in bed.

Tom Petty did it for me too.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on February 04, 2008, 11:53:01 AM
So they get paid shit loads of cash for basically 4 months work.

Lucky bastards!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2008, 12:23:47 PM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
So they get paid shit loads of cash for basically 4 months work.

Lucky bastards!


Actual season starts in September but there's a month of pre-season games before that and training camp before that. Players report to camp sometime in late July.

Therefore, you're looking at more like 7 months for players who's team make the Superbowl
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Countryside Villain on February 04, 2008, 12:47:05 PM
Had tickets for theSuperbash this year.  Top night out and a great game.  I can tell you though, in this 24hr city you can't even get a cup of coffee at 4am, let a lone another pint and a fry up.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 04, 2008, 01:33:54 PM
Was a tremendous game - well done the Giants, I had a feeling they might do it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 04, 2008, 04:41:11 PM
I watched the pre-match for an hour and half, wondering how much longer it was going to last and then fell asleep when it was still 0-0.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2008, 08:00:40 PM
Quote from: "OCD"
I watched the pre-match for an hour and half, wondering how much longer it was going to last and then fell asleep when it was still 0-0.


I Sky+'d it and watched it before I went to work this morning. Cutting out all the ceremonies, adverts and huddles meant that I saw the whole game in 45 minutes.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 04, 2008, 10:52:31 PM
I watched the highlights on SSN before going out this morning. Took about 2 minutes!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on February 05, 2008, 01:01:07 AM
Always watch it...best final I have seen. Manning in that last drive was simply awesome...THAT throw & THAT catch were something very special. Couldn't believe that he actually got free to deliver it let alone find someone...couldn't believe my eyes when matey came down with the ball....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on February 05, 2008, 01:02:32 AM
Always watch it...best final I have seen. Manning in that last drive was simply awesome...THAT throw & THAT catch were something very special. Couldn't believe that he actually got free to deliver it let alone find someone...couldn't believe my eyes when matey came down with the ball....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 04, 2008, 03:01:21 PM
The end of an era

Bret Favre retires (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3276034)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on March 04, 2008, 03:44:13 PM
I'm glad he got that one Super Bowl ring.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on March 04, 2008, 04:22:10 PM
Quote from: "jkreejoh"
I'm glad he got that one Super Bowl ring.


Shame they couldn't do it this year too.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on March 04, 2008, 05:10:04 PM
One of the greats.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 06, 2008, 07:33:59 AM
Quote from: "Rotterdam"
One of the greats.


In the second tier of Quarterback legends according to the experts (well.... me anyway)

Tier 1 - Montana, Graham, Unitas, Elway

Tier 2 - Favre, Brady, Marino, Manning (P. not E.), Bradshaw, Staubach, Starr
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on March 09, 2008, 04:21:10 PM
Erm Mr UKR - have you forgotten Aikman?? Just the 3 Superbowl victories you know!  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on March 09, 2008, 04:27:17 PM
I seem to remember, going back about 15/20 years ago. A quarterback for the Redskins who was the first black quaterback. Am I remembering correctly, and if so who was he?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave P on March 09, 2008, 04:42:55 PM
Do you mean Warren Moon (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warren_Moon) of the Houston Oilers ?  He was the first black quarterback to be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: freddie Rincon on March 09, 2008, 05:36:21 PM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
I seem to remember, going back about 15/20 years ago. A quarterback for the Redskins who was the first black quaterback. Am I remembering correctly, and if so who was he?


It was a redskins quarterback who was the first black quarterback to win a superbowl, that was Doug Williams (I think). He also won MVP that game, which is probably another first for a black quarterback. I think that was 1983 or 1984.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on March 09, 2008, 06:23:24 PM
Ah right - Williams rings a bell. Thanks for that.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 10, 2008, 08:32:03 AM
Quote from: "freddie Rincon"
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
I seem to remember, going back about 15/20 years ago. A quarterback for the Redskins who was the first black quaterback. Am I remembering correctly, and if so who was he?


It was a redskins quarterback who was the first black quarterback to win a superbowl, that was Doug Williams (I think). He also won MVP that game, which is probably another first for a black quarterback. I think that was 1983 or 1984.


Yep Doug Williams was the guy. It makes the Redskins run of success even more impressive because they did it with a revolving door at QB
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 10, 2008, 08:32:47 AM
Quote from: "CT"
Erm Mr UKR - have you forgotten Aikman?? Just the 3 Superbowl victories you know!  :smt002


Correct, I did omit Troy. He belongs in the second group
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 01, 2008, 07:49:08 AM
The Brett Favre (http://myespn.go.com/blogs/nfcnorth/0-2-173/Could-the-Vikings-rescue-Green-Bay-.html) saga continues

Even tho' he retired at the end of last season its now being reported that the Packers may pay him some more money just so that he doesn't attempt a comeback with another team.

And we think the Barry's all about the money !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on August 01, 2008, 04:35:56 PM
I don't get why you wouldn't want one of the best Quarterback's playing for your own team.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on August 01, 2008, 04:36:06 PM
WTF? I thought he said he was retiring as a Packer! Surely this is just rubbish.
Tut tut... If he makes a comeback, I'll be quite disappointed in Mr. Favre!

He's well past his prime, OCD. However, Doug Flutie was also past his prime, and was still doing well as a backup quarterback when he retired.
Who knows anymore.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 01, 2008, 04:43:33 PM
Quote from: "Julie"
WTF? I thought he said he was retiring as a Packer! Surely this is just rubbish.
Tut tut... If he makes a comeback, I'll be quite disappointed in Mr. Favre!

He's well past his prime, OCD. However, Doug Flutie was also past his prime, and was still doing well as a backup quarterback when he retired.
Who knows anymore.


There's a long list superstar of QB's that left for careers of varying success with other teams.

Joe Namath, Johnny Unitas and Joe Montana spring to mind
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on August 01, 2008, 04:51:09 PM
But why?

The term "out to pasture" comes to mind. Maybe I'm a bit mad, or too loyal... but if I led my team to superbowl victories or countless playoff appearances, I'd feel like a traitor if I accepted another team's cash to get me to play for them.

How about Emmitt Smith's miserable performance after his retirement from the Cowboys? To quote from Wiki - "On February 3, 2005, at a press conference in Jacksonville, Florida three days before Super Bowl XXXIX, he announced his retirement after fifteen seasons in the NFL. Smith was released by the Arizona Cardinals, and signed a one day contract for no money with the Dallas Cowboys – after which he immediately retired as a Cowboy, the team he played for from 1990 to 2002"

A one DAY contract. Just so he could retire as a Cowboy.

I hope Favre doesn't do the same.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on August 02, 2008, 08:42:10 PM
Quote
A one DAY contract. Just so he could retire as a Cowboy.


I thought that was fantastic personally.

I'm just wondering at the moment whether the Brett Favre saga is more desperately mind-numbingly boring than the Gareth Barry saga.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 02, 2008, 08:57:44 PM
My first post on the NFL thread so be nice!

My predictions for next season...

AFC East - Patriots (yawn).
AFC North - Browns. By sacrificing about seventy draft picks they have put all their eggs in one basket and have to do something this year. I think they will.
AFC South - Colts (yawn).
AFC West - Chargers (possibly even more predictable than Patriots/Colts)
AFC Wildcards-
1 Steelers
2 Titans

NFC East - Redskins
NFC North (the only division that really matters) - DA BEARS!!! - I am putting heart above head and backing my Bears even though they can't pass, catch, block or run and the D's not what it used to be! I am hoping that Favregate will fuck up the Fudge Packers and the Purple Penis Eaters will flatter to deceive as usual.
NFC South - Bucs
NFC West - Seahawks
NFC Wildcards -
1 Cowboys
2 Giants (NFC East is by miles the strongest divison in the league)

Superbowl -

Colts 33 Giants 17. - Giants to scrape a play-off place then make it to the Superbowl defying all expectations again. Peyton to win the Battle of the Mannings. He's destined to get more than one SB ring.

Anyway, just my predictions, probably all bollocks, but make's a change from banging on about Bloody Barry!

Edit: its not my first post on here after all! Was reading through and I was here before on about the Wembley game. Must be the senility kicking in!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tucson Villain on August 02, 2008, 09:35:40 PM
I'm just wondering at the moment whether the Brett Favre saga is more desperately mind-numbingly boring than the Gareth Barry saga.[/quote]

It is almost that bad although the Barry crap hits home more because it involves my team.
I need to stay away from the internet and from sports radio for a while so that I can restore some sanity to my life.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on August 02, 2008, 11:21:23 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
NFC North (the only division that really matters) - DA BEARS!!! - I am putting heart above head and backing my Bears even though they can't pass, catch, block or run and the D's not what it used to be!


*cough* Packers *cough*
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 03, 2008, 05:48:16 PM
Quote from: "OCD"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
NFC North (the only division that really matters) - DA BEARS!!! - I am putting heart above head and backing my Bears even though they can't pass, catch, block or run and the D's not what it used to be!


*cough* Packers *cough*


Keep coughing Buddy. Your Packers (and you are welcome to them, despite the fact that you must have at least a small amount of sense given that you are a Villa fan), will be lucky to record a record of 8-8.

I really hope they pay Favre tons of money to not play for someone else, as I want his record of most interceptions to be all with one sad little team from Wisconsin.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on August 03, 2008, 07:33:25 PM
As a matter of wondering, is anyone going to the Chargers v Saints game at Wembley in October?

I have tickets in block 511, row 16. Right at the back but the cheapest tickets!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on August 03, 2008, 10:02:06 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Quote
A one DAY contract. Just so he could retire as a Cowboy.


I thought that was fantastic personally.

I'm just wondering at the moment whether the Brett Favre saga is more desperately mind-numbingly boring than the Gareth Barry saga.


Oi CT your loyalty to Dallas is admirable... amusing but admirable  :smt002

But I must say... my Redskins future is questionable since Mr. Gibbs has decided to retire. Looks like you'll get to be smug again... THIS year. :-P
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 07, 2008, 07:53:12 AM
Packers trade Favre to the NY Jets (http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SPORT/football/08/07/favre.trade/index.html)

The Manny saga's sorted
The Ronaldo saga's sorted
Now the Favre saga's sorted

That just leaves.............. Mr Barry !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 07, 2008, 07:54:06 AM
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"
As a matter of wondering, is anyone going to the Chargers v Saints game at Wembley in October?

I have tickets in block 511, row 16. Right at the back but the cheapest tickets!


I'll be there again this year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on August 07, 2008, 02:16:42 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Packers trade Favre to the NY Jets (http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SPORT/football/08/07/favre.trade/index.html)


Absolutely ridiculous on every level possible.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 07, 2008, 03:30:01 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Packers trade Favre to the NY Jets (http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SPORT/football/08/07/favre.trade/index.html)


Absolutely ridiculous on every level possible.


For me at least it was a great relief. Someone suggested to me that the Bears were interested in him the other day. I do not want the person with the most ever interceptions playing for my Bears, even if it does mean Mr Grossman being our number 1 quarterback for another season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on August 07, 2008, 05:35:54 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Packers trade Favre to the NY Jets (http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SPORT/football/08/07/favre.trade/index.html)


Absolutely ridiculous on every level possible.


For me at least it was a great relief. Someone suggested to me that the Bears were interested in him the other day. I do not want the person with the most ever interceptions playing for my Bears, even if it does mean Mr Grossman being our number 1 quarterback for another season.


Spectacular bit of bias there. He might be old, but Favre is a Hall of Fame QB< where Grossman is a frigging liability.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 07, 2008, 05:56:49 PM
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Packers trade Favre to the NY Jets (http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SPORT/football/08/07/favre.trade/index.html)


Absolutely ridiculous on every level possible.


For me at least it was a great relief. Someone suggested to me that the Bears were interested in him the other day. I do not want the person with the most ever interceptions playing for my Bears, even if it does mean Mr Grossman being our number 1 quarterback for another season.


Spectacular bit of bias there. He might be old, but Favre is a Hall of Fame QB< where Grossman is a frigging liability.


Of course it is biased, I hate all things Green Bay and Brett Favre related. If he had of moved to the Bears, it would have been the equivalent of B-Lose selling Trevor Francis to the Villa instead of Notts Forest for 1M quid.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on August 07, 2008, 05:59:08 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Packers trade Favre to the NY Jets (http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SPORT/football/08/07/favre.trade/index.html)


Absolutely ridiculous on every level possible.


For me at least it was a great relief. Someone suggested to me that the Bears were interested in him the other day. I do not want the person with the most ever interceptions playing for my Bears, even if it does mean Mr Grossman being our number 1 quarterback for another season.


Spectacular bit of bias there. He might be old, but Favre is a Hall of Fame QB< where Grossman is a frigging liability.


I will assume you do not know about the rivalry. If he had of moved to the Bears, it would have been the equivalent of B-Lose selling Trevor Francis to the Villa instead of Notts Forest for 1M quid.


I am aware, but the fact that:

Favre = Very good
Grossman = Shit

would have made it a good idea.

If Favre was at QB for the Bears the other year, they might have won the Superbowl.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 07, 2008, 08:37:57 PM
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Packers trade Favre to the NY Jets (http://edition.cnn.com/2008/SPORT/football/08/07/favre.trade/index.html)


Absolutely ridiculous on every level possible.


For me at least it was a great relief. Someone suggested to me that the Bears were interested in him the other day. I do not want the person with the most ever interceptions playing for my Bears, even if it does mean Mr Grossman being our number 1 quarterback for another season.


Spectacular bit of bias there. He might be old, but Favre is a Hall of Fame QB< where Grossman is a frigging liability.


I will assume you do not know about the rivalry. If he had of moved to the Bears, it would have been the equivalent of B-Lose selling Trevor Francis to the Villa instead of Notts Forest for 1M quid.


I am aware, but the fact that:

Favre = Very good
Grossman = Shit

would have made it a good idea.

If Favre was at QB for the Bears the other year, they might have won the Superbowl.


Grossman is hardly shit. Painfully inconsistent is a far better way to describe him in my opinion.

Selective memory probably has you forgetting the fact that he was the QB for the Florida Gators in two championship games, and was the runner-up for the Heisman Trophy. In his first full season he was QB when the Bears won the NFC championship with the most points in the league. Did you also forget that he led the Bears to the Super Bowl. I would struggle to name another shit QB who has done the same.

And I still hate Brett Favre.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 07, 2008, 09:56:42 PM
I liked the letter on the Bears' official site that said the Bears should sign Favre and then switch Urlacher to wide receiver seeing as Favre is so good at throwing the ball to him!

Seriously though, the Jets? They really are shite. Still, at least he will be able to see one decent footballer at the stadium... Juan Pablo Angel.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 07, 2008, 10:02:57 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
I liked the letter on the Bears' official site that said the Bears should sign Favre and then switch Urlacher to wide receiver seeing as Favre is so good at throwing the ball to him!


To be fair to Brett though, he is very good at throwing to a number of opposing players. In fact he is so good he has done it more times than anyone.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 19, 2008, 02:39:17 PM
Chicago Bears have chosen Kyle Orton as starting QB in preference to Rex Grossman.

Quote from: "Coach Lovie Smith"
In the end it comes down to a gut feeling that you have, and I feel good about Kyle leading our team.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on August 19, 2008, 02:43:03 PM
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Chicago Bears have chosen Kyle Orton as starting QB in preference to Rex Grossman.


Jeez, it's a little like choosing to poke yourself in the eye or drop a hammer on your big toe.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 19, 2008, 03:07:05 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "Chicago_Villa"
Chicago Bears have chosen Kyle Orton as starting QB in preference to Rex Grossman.


Jeez, it's a little like choosing to poke yourself in the eye or drop a hammer on your big toe.


We'll see my friend, we'll see.

I have got to keep believing that Coach Lovie knows best. Now where have I heard something similar to that before?

In Lovie we trust  :-
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 19, 2008, 06:31:05 PM
I have to say I think that Grossman is better then Orton even if he does fumble the ball every other snap.

More importantly - we need an offensive line!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 21, 2008, 06:55:22 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
I have to say I think that Grossman is better then Orton even if he does fumble the ball every other snap.

More importantly - we need an offensive line!


Chris Williams has signed for the Bears to baulk up the Offensive Line - and then promptly got himself injured. Are the Bears Villa in disguise?

And is this just a Chicago Bears thread? Its all gone quite from the Fudge Packers and the Minnesota Purple Penis Eaters!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 29, 2008, 02:28:03 PM
I'm currently in New York Penn Station, about to head for Boston.

Damn, I forget to buy a Jets Favre jersey.

I've only seen one quy wearing a Favre as a Jet top.... and that was in Baltimore.

I see that the "Pac Man" is back in the league..... for a couple of weeks at least.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on August 29, 2008, 02:34:09 PM
A Favre Jet's jersey... that just seems so odd.

Along the lines of seeing Troy Aikman wearing a 49ers jersey!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chicago_Villa on August 29, 2008, 03:09:23 PM
Why anyone would want anything with Favre on it is beyond me. Actually let me take that back. Toilet paper with his picture on might sell well.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on August 29, 2008, 03:46:17 PM
I don't suppose this would tickle your fancy then?
 :-

(http://julietoo.anywebcam.com/favrejersey.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on August 29, 2008, 04:54:12 PM
I guess it depends who's wearing it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on August 29, 2008, 08:20:39 PM
Quote
I see that the "Pac Man" is back in the league..... for a couple of weeks at least.


Can you call him Adam like everyone else please?!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 30, 2008, 05:01:41 PM
Favre - Interception king of the World
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on August 30, 2008, 05:03:44 PM
These King of the World titles are getting very specific.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2008, 06:59:20 AM
Patriots 0 - 4 in pre season play.

Four games is excessive. Its time that the NFL switched to just two pre season games and extended the regular season to 18
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2008, 07:57:17 AM
A hot topic for debate stateside at the moment (eg on ESPN's "PTI" yesterday) is what to call Bengals' wide receiver Chad Johnson this season.

Chad has apparently legally changed his name to "Chad Ocho Cinco" however the NFL and media are still referring to him as "Johnson".

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3560377

Now, whilst this change may be stupid, if its legally valid then I believe that the media should refer to Chad by his new name.

Its really no different to Lew Alcindor becoming "Kareem Abdul-Jabbar" or Cassius Clay becoming "Muhammad Ali".
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 03, 2008, 08:53:20 AM
He's injured at the start of this season anyway isn't he? and his team are rubbish. They should call him by his new legally adopted name.

After watching Channel 5's pre-season NFL programme I'm ready for it to start now (was on until nearly 2am though  :smt015 ). Although I don't think 'Da Bears' are going to have a very good year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2008, 12:56:08 PM
The season starts tonight

Who's ya got ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 04, 2008, 12:59:15 PM
Bears face the Colts on Sunday (well 1am, so sort of Monday). We have no chance.

And you?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 04, 2008, 09:00:11 PM
Quote
Four games is excessive. Its time that the NFL switched to just two pre season games and extended the regular season to 18


That's an excellent idea!

As for Chad - This may be old news but doesn't his "new" name translate as Eight-Five and not Eighty-Five?

Anyway, much as I love Randy Lerner, his Browns will be getting a whippin' courtesy of The Cowboys this weekend. Mind you, if T.O gets injured again we've got precious little else at the WR position.

I'm backing the Skins to finish last in the NFC East and a losing start against the Giants tonight/tomorrow...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on September 04, 2008, 10:46:46 PM
FAO all the US Based dudes...how are the Raiders shaping up ? Another poor year beckoning I assume ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2008, 07:07:43 AM
Quote from: CT

As for Chad - This may be old news but doesn't his "new" name translate as Eight-Five and not Eighty-Five?/quote]

You're correct.

That very point was the subject of discussion on ESPN's "Mike & Mike" this week.

As for the Raiders...... these days I just assume they're gonna be crap and don't even bother bringing them up on this thread. I'm saving a trip to Oakland for a game until they're actually competitive.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 05, 2008, 08:51:37 AM
The Raiders are supposed to have good running-backs but not a lot else.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on September 05, 2008, 10:36:29 AM
Quote from: UK Redsox
Quote from: "CT"

As for Chad - This may be old news but doesn't his "new" name translate as Eight-Five and not Eighty-Five?/quote]

You're correct.

That very point was the subject of discussion on ESPN's "Mike & Mike" this week.

As for the Raiders...... these days I just assume they're gonna be crap and don't even bother bringing them up on this thread. I'm saving a trip to Oakland for a game until they're actually competitive.


Hmm..my hopes are not high then !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on September 05, 2008, 10:38:48 AM
This is my fantasy Line-Up this season.

I'm not too hopeful.


QB         
Ben Roethlisberger
(Pit - QB)
      
WR
T.J. Houshmandzadeh
(Cin - WR)
      
Patrick Crayton
(Dal - WR)
           
Chad Ocho Cinco
(Cin - WR)
      
RB         
Marion Barber
(Dal - RB)
      
Larry Johnson
(KC - RB)
      
TE         
Vernon Davis
(SF - TE)
      
BN         
Dwayne Bowe
(KC - WR)
           
Jonathan Stewart
(Car - RB)
           
Matt Schaub
(Hou - QB)
              
Donald Lee
(GB - TE)
      
Darrell Jackson
(Den - WR)
      
K         
Rob Bironas
(Ten - K)
      
DEF         
San Diego
(SD - DEF)
      
BN         
Houston
(Hou - DEF)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on September 05, 2008, 05:24:27 PM
Can someone provide a link to a list of all the major trades/player movements please?

I love NFL, but never seem to keep up with what's going on out of season. It takes a few weeks to find out where everyone has gone to.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 06, 2008, 12:37:12 PM
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Can someone provide a link to a list of all the major trades/player movements please?

I love NFL, but never seem to keep up with what's going on out of season. It takes a few weeks to find out where everyone has gone to.


Here you go

http://www.pylonpicks.com/articles/2008PlayerMoves.htm
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on September 06, 2008, 02:40:51 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Can someone provide a link to a list of all the major trades/player movements please?

I love NFL, but never seem to keep up with what's going on out of season. It takes a few weeks to find out where everyone has gone to.


Here you go

http://www.pylonpicks.com/articles/2008PlayerMoves.htm



Cheers matey.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 06, 2008, 03:07:30 PM
I see that twat Cedric Benson hasn't found a new team yet. Shame.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 07, 2008, 02:26:26 PM
You've got 1897 twice, I know we did the double but that's going too far.

Bears against the Colts tonight - we'll definitely win  8-[
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 07, 2008, 03:38:27 PM
Another mediocre 49ers season I suspect.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gabster on September 07, 2008, 09:49:16 PM
Not a big NFL fan more a baseball fan but I do follow the Cowboys, one of my best mates lives in Irving right by Texas Stadium, he has lived there for about four years now and I go over twice a year, although of course I have a soft spot for the Browns.

Role on the 28/09 I have tickets for the Cowboy - Redskins game. My first NFL game, usually I go in the summer so I have only been able to catch the Rangers games in the past. Really looking forward to it.


(http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v335/34/1/1051751299/n1051751299_30131000_4830.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2008, 07:41:58 AM
Quote from: "Gabster"
Not a big NFL fan more a baseball fan but I do follow the Cowboys, ]


You know, there may just be a thread for that very topic
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2008, 07:48:27 AM
Brady may be done for the season so cross the Pats off your list of Superbowl contenders

(http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2008/0907/nfl_a_bradyts01_412.jpg)

Meanwhile, "Number 4" had a good debut, Chad couldn't play under his new name due to contract problems with Reebok and there was a losing start for the Cleveland Villans

(http://static.nfl.com/static/content/public/image/getty/2008/09000d5d80a954ed_gallery_600.jpg)

(http://static.nfl.com/static/content/public/image/getty/2008/09000d5d80a94e55_gallery_600.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 08, 2008, 11:08:22 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Patriots 0 - 4 in pre season play.

Four games is excessive. Its time that the NFL switched to just two pre season games and extended the regular season to 18


According to the Bears website their reporter was chatting to the NFL Commissioner (sp?) and he said they are considering that idea, first switching to 17 regular and 3 pre-season games, then 18 and 2.

However, no change is likely before 2010.

Anyway back to the main issue of the day...

What a win for DA BEARS!!!!!!!!!

Oh, and Adam, I listed 1897 twice on purpose BECAUSE we won the double you silly person. If Barry Fry can call finshing second in the Third Division and winning the Leyland Daft "Winning the Double" i'm sure the League and FA Cup are good enough!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2008, 07:03:10 AM
Brady's done for the season (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3575339)

Who needs that Brett guy anyway? (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=280908009)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2008, 06:15:12 PM
Suddenly the Patriots look very vulnerable, Favre did have a good game for the Jets. Vince Young is injured for the Titans and the Jaguars have lost their 2 starting guards.

Anywho:- Chicago Bears 29 Indianapolis Colts 13

Easy, easy, easy!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2008, 06:16:37 PM
Oh and anyone else think that the Rams could be the 'Derby County' of the NFL?    How apt.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2008, 01:03:30 AM
Have to admit Aaron "Kenny" Rodgers looked pretty good... lucky I had him in my fantasy team cos the rest of them did fuck all!

Most of the AFC contenders either had their star injured (Pats), or lost (Colts, Chargers, Browns). Its already looking good for Pittsburgh in that Conference.

As early as week one though it looks like the Vince trophy will be heading back to the NFC. So long as its not to the Fudge Packers or "America's Team"  :smt078 I won't mind.

I am trying not to get too carried away by my Bears' opening day win. Now what odds will the bookmakers give me on Kyle Orton to be the League MVP?  8-[
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2008, 01:07:08 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Oh and anyone else think that the Rams could be the 'Derby County' of the NFL?    How apt.


They will have their work cut out to be worse than the Raiders, 41-17 at home to the Denver Donkeys FFS?

The two former LA teams should merge. They would of course be called... the Ramraiders!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2008, 08:55:12 AM
I watched a bit of the Broncos Vs Raiders yesterday and they kept saying how good they thought the Broncos looked. They were playing the Raiders!!   Cutler and the Rookie Wide Receiver Royals did play well.

I'll give you 1'000-1 on Orton being the MVP
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2008, 10:23:06 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
I watched a bit of the Broncos Vs Raiders yesterday


What were "Mike & Mike" like doing the commentary ?

Their radio show on ESPN is pretty good
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2008, 01:00:08 PM
I remember one of them was an old guy, you could tell from his voice. They kept saying ' the raiders have definitely had a bad day'

bady day? just say they're F*cking shi*t!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 10, 2008, 01:58:56 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
I watched a bit of the Broncos Vs Raiders yesterday


What were "Mike & Mike" like doing the commentary ?

Their radio show on ESPN is pretty good


I thought they were awful to be honest.  I like their radio show, but they just don't suit doing live games.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2008, 02:07:30 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
I remember one of them was an old guy, you could tell from his voice. They kept saying ' the raiders have definitely had a bad day'

bady day? just say they're F*cking shi*t!


That was Mike as in Ditka, rather than one of "Mike & Mike" (ie Greenberg and Golic).

You can't call Ditka an "old guy" he's one of the NFL's legends
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2008, 06:37:22 PM
hmm, well I wasn't very impressed with the commentary anyway, legend or no
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on September 10, 2008, 07:16:45 PM
God the Raiders were friggin awful...boo'd by thier fans at half time. I was hoping they may have improved...sadly not.

Did they not spend a shed load in the close season...?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2008, 08:52:20 AM
They did spend more than most teams, obviously not in the right places though. The top draft pick was on a running-back when they'd already spent lots of money to keep Fargas.

The defensive liine did nothing, although the Broncos are usually pretty good on offensive line.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2008, 09:36:07 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
They did spend more than most teams, obviously not in the right places though. The top draft pick was on a running-back when they'd already spent lots of money to keep Fargas.


McFadden was the best "athlete" available, so that's why Al drafted him.

Also, I've never had much confidence in Huggy Bear Jr
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on September 14, 2008, 10:45:18 AM
The Houston v Baltimore game is OFF (to be played in Nov), so if any of you are in fantasy leagues, bench your players!

Anyone going to Wembley for the Saints v Chargers (I have tickets in the nosebleed seats)?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2008, 02:46:25 PM
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"
The Houston v Baltimore game is OFF (to be played in Nov), so if any of you are in fantasy leagues, bench your players!

Anyone going to Wembley for the Saints v Chargers (I have tickets in the nosebleed seats)?


Like I'd pick a Houston or Baltimore player!

Mind you, I have picked a Cardinal!

Here's mine for this week, trying to improve on last week's glorious 4,161st place...

E. Manning, James, Graham, Burress, Wayne, Miller, Kasay, Giants Defense.

As you can see, I've gone for the tried and tested method of plicking loads of players who are against the Rams!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 14, 2008, 10:55:26 PM
Good to see Aaron Rodgers doing well.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on September 15, 2008, 09:12:04 AM
Yay raiders won..all be it against a p*ss poor Kansas oufit and did thier best to chuck it away at the end...superbowl here we come... :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: evalast1910 on September 15, 2008, 11:36:54 AM
Watch the game last night im starting to get into NFL and have club Wembely tickets for the London Game.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 15, 2008, 12:47:44 PM
Good stuff - I think if the Bears or the Browns come over I'll get a ticket for it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 19, 2008, 07:36:47 AM
A screen-shot from the Notre Dame college football website

(http://deadspin.com/assets/images/deadspin/2008/09/irishkuntz.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2008, 06:28:36 PM
They're having a laugh with that headline!

How does college football work anyway? Isn't it just decided by who the journalists like the best?

I can just imagine that over here, "In the Final, Tottenham Hotspur will play... Tottenham Hotspur Rserves"
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 20, 2008, 12:47:26 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"

How does college football work anyway? Isn't it just decided by who the journalists like the best?


Its now a combination of a Coaches' Poll, Journo's Poll and some computer calcs re "strength of schedule" etc.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bowl_Championship_Series

This decides the top two teams who then play for the title.

However, because the polls are still part of the process, the championship isn't really "decided on the field". The powers that be don't want to change the system because it may lose some schools money
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 20, 2008, 02:53:13 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"

How does college football work anyway? Isn't it just decided by who the journalists like the best?


Its now a combination of a Coaches' Poll, Journo's Poll and some computer calcs re "strength of schedule" etc.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bowl_Championship_Series

This decides the top two teams who then play for the title.

However, because the polls are still part of the process, the championship isn't really "decided on the field". The powers that be don't want to change the system because it may lose some schools money


Thanks UKR, think I'll stick to the NFL!

Shame the season's only about ten minutes long!  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 22, 2008, 01:11:51 AM
:smt022

another tight loss for Chicago - mind you we threw it away, 10 point lead with not long to go. Must have been very exciting for any Buccaneer fans. (like us against the Eagles last year).

Off work tomorrow, so I'll be watching the rest of the games in 20 minutes
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2008, 07:41:38 AM
Wow, that was the Cowboys first win at Lambeau. It surprises me that such a historically (by US standards) successful team had never won in Green Bay, especially being as the Packers sucked for a couple of decades.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 25, 2008, 08:42:12 AM
Matt Millen fired (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/8601458/Millen-out-as-Lions-president,-GM).

Its incredible that he survived so long.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 25, 2008, 12:50:49 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Matt Millen fired (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/8601458/Millen-out-as-Lions-president,-GM).

Its incredible that he survived so long.


Ow, but I thought he was great (kept the Bears from being the worst team in the NFC North quite a few times).
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gabster on September 29, 2008, 01:28:18 PM
Guys I experienced my first NFL game yesterday Cowboys Vs the Redskins, I have got to say I loved it.

The first thing I have got to say is how loud the crowd were, they were very very noisy during the whole game, not with songs although one did break out in homage to Tony Romo but general cheering, whooping and lots of "Go Cowboys" I also think the enclosed roof of Texas Stadium increases the noise. Texas Stadium is actually a bit of a dump but it adds to the experience, this is the last season there for the Cowboys before they move to a new stadium in Arlington.

Second thing that really shocked me was how drunk everyone was, men women absolutely staggering around hammered. Beer bottles everywhere you had to negotiate tip toeing down your aisle. You can drink the whole game and wih the tailgate parties before hand people are laoded before they get in the stadium.

The most shocking thing though was the amount o Redskins fans at the game, I always though because of the distances in the US fans did not go "on the road" with their teams. There were thousands of redskins fans in Texas Stadium and in the last 10 minutes when it became evident they were going to win loads of them were standing around taughting the Cowboys fans, all of them had redskins shirts on and I didn't see any trouble, can you imagine a Man Utd fan sitting in the Holte giving it large when United were 4-1 at VP last season. There would be riots.

The only poor part of the day was the parking, my mate lives three miles from Texas Stadium and it took two hours to get into the parking lot we missed the first quarter. Sadly the Cowboys also lost which was a bummer.

Really really enjoyable experience if you ever get a chance to go then do it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 29, 2008, 01:57:17 PM
Redskins/Cowboys is one of the biggest rivalries in NFL, so despite the distances there are always a lot of 'away' fans at thos games - probably mostly transplants than casual travellers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on September 29, 2008, 02:39:36 PM
So, um CT... how 'bout them Cowboys?  ;)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 29, 2008, 03:01:40 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Redskins/Cowboys is one of the biggest rivalries in NFL, so despite the distances there are always a lot of 'away' fans at thos games - probably mostly transplants than casual travellers.


It seems to vary from team-to-team from what I've heard. I think Da Bears and the Raiders, amongst others, take quite a few away, but I'm not sure you'd get many Cardinals or Seahawks fans visiting Green Bay on a Sunday night in December.

What is the atmosphers like at NFL games? Do they sing anything witty and/or nasty? On telly sounds like they just shout "Wooooo!" and "D-Fense!" all the time. Surely at least a "Terrell Owens, what a wanker, what a wanker" wouldn't go amiss? Or do they prefer Mofo or Sonbitch?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 29, 2008, 03:19:38 PM
Chants are few and far between.   The noise factor is more of a roar when the other team have the ball, to prevent the quaterback making his calls clearly to his team mates.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 29, 2008, 04:49:27 PM
You picked a good game there, Gabster.

I don't think Americans know the term 'wanker', cd.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on September 29, 2008, 05:05:33 PM
usav is correct... it's more of a loud roar... with occasional chants of Defense.  When Darryl "Moose" Johnston played for the Cowboys, every time he received the ball, the whole stadium would chant "MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOSE"
(http://www.footballspeakers.com/i/johnston_daryl_small.jpg)
Other than that, there are no real organized chants like you have where you are, at least none that I can recall off the top of my head.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on September 29, 2008, 05:22:58 PM
The Redskins last night were fantastic. I was disappointed in Romo in the 4th Quarter though, he literally threw the game away.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gabster on September 30, 2008, 01:15:36 AM
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
The Redskins last night were fantastic. I was disappointed in Romo in the 4th Quarter though, he literally threw the game away.


I agree I thought Romo was poor and in the second half the Redskins were in control. Also Dallas just wanted everything to go through TO, I heard this morning other members of the team moaning off the record that the coach panders to TO.

Got to say I really really enjoyed it, it was just so different to the Premier League, I  hate to say it but wilder!!!!......also loads of hot women at the game in next to nothing, its still high 80s here...you don't get that in Witton on a Saturday afternoon.

All day in Irving where my mate lives you couldnt go anywhere without seeing Cowboys shirts and in all the shops and restaurants the staff had Cowboys shirts on, the city seems to come to a stop when they play, most people watch the game in a bar, tailgate party or at friends houses/pool parties, real festival atmosphere all over the city.

I have been to the Texas Rangers a few times and FC Dallas, just need to see the Mavs and the Stars now and I have the set. There are tickets on Sunday for the Bengals at Texas Stadium but I am over here for my mates wedding so if I went AWOL I don't think he would be to pleased, especially as I am best man.

Posted some pics below.

View from my seat

(http://photos-d.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v360/34/1/1051751299/n1051751299_30149723_19.jpg)

View from my car - the tailgate parties are really good you get guys there with full gazebos with huge gas barbecue's, full portable toilets, and plasma TV's watching the build up and also watching the game if they dont have tickets. Walking through the parking lot is an experiance.

(http://photos-g.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v360/34/1/1051751299/n1051751299_30149726_6131.jpg)

On the field

(http://photos-g.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v360/34/1/1051751299/n1051751299_30149718_145.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2008, 12:54:04 PM
hmm, nice pictures.

I was quite shocked that the Redskins beat the Cowboys

As for the drunkeness, did they have tailgate parties before the game? (you may not know as you were late in).

Irving is just outside of Dallas isn't it?

Oh and hope the wedding goes well
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on September 30, 2008, 01:23:59 PM
Well I'm now back on track in my fantasy league. Two wins on the bounce after two straight defeatrs has helped. I'm the form team!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 30, 2008, 01:59:13 PM
Nice pics but what about pics of these girls you mentioned?!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 30, 2008, 04:32:41 PM
Quote from: "OCD"


I don't think Americans know the term 'wanker', cd.


Al & Peggy Bundy (nee Wanker)

(http://quotes4all.net/al_peggy_bundy.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on September 30, 2008, 04:34:21 PM
Raiders are so bad I feel I can't join in this thread...maybe I will just watch thier cheerleaders instead...

Who has the hottest cheerleaders anyway..Is there a well known hot cheerleaders team ? Much like Man Yoo and Chelsea's most well known cheerleaders are Keys, Gray and co...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 30, 2008, 09:10:08 PM
Quote
So, um CT... how 'bout them Cowboys?


Credit where it's due Julie, thought the Skins shaded it - was very impressed with Jason Campbell and Santana Moss did brilliantly as he always does against us. Well done - happy now?!!!  :smt002

Glad Gabster enjoyed it - knowing now how many Skins fans were there might explain the noise when Dallas were on offense. Any time I've been I've seen Cowboys players urging the crowd to simmer down at times when they have the ball.

I've seen two Skins games at TS in 1997 & 2003 and there were plenty of "visitors" then too.

On that subject of noise it was interesting to hear the Colts and Steelers fans in their recent games - absolute silence on offense, you could hear a pin drop. Cowboys fans are nowhere near that sort of class.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 04, 2008, 10:28:51 AM
Guilty ........well, this time anyway

(http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2008/CRIME/10/04/oj.simpson.verdict/t1home.ojhandcuffs.ap.jpg)

http://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/10/04/oj.simpson.verdict/index.html
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 06, 2008, 06:42:51 PM
titans, 5-0?!?!??!?!

HELL YES
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2008, 02:28:23 PM
Its Texas v Oklahoma today

(http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/deadspin/2008/10/texas_oklahoma.jpg)

Who's ya got in the "Red River Shootout" ?

I know that the Sooners are ranked Number 1 in the country but I can't bet against a Longhorns team lead by a Quarterback with the best name in the sport... Colt McCoy
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 12, 2008, 03:14:42 PM
Da Bears against the Dog Murderers on Sky Sports Interactive today.

COME ON YOU BEEAAAARRRSSS!!

Hold on, is this the NFL or the cricket thread?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Hookeysmith on October 13, 2008, 10:15:53 AM
Why no Browns game at the weekend?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 13, 2008, 12:54:02 PM
Quote from: "Hookeysmith"
Why no Browns game at the weekend?


They are the Monday night game against the New York Giants.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 13, 2008, 01:00:21 PM
If there was 1 second less in the game then the Bears would have a 4-2 record   ](*,)

bloody Matt Ryan  :smt013
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on October 13, 2008, 02:41:21 PM
Another outstanding Raiders result I see....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on October 13, 2008, 07:22:04 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Da Bears against the Dog Murderers on Sky Sports Interactive today.

COME ON YOU BEEAAAARRRSSS!!

Hold on, is this the NFL or the cricket thread?


Superb end to that game!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Julie on October 13, 2008, 10:19:17 PM
Skins managed to lose to a team who haven't won a single game this year. Well done boys.

But again, ahem... how 'bout them Cowboys?
What a odd game that was. Weird ending. Almost felt sorry for the Cowgirls... almost :)
Texas vs OU... was there any doubt that the Longhorns would win?

Hook 'em Horns!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 13, 2008, 11:08:48 PM
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Da Bears against the Dog Murderers on Sky Sports Interactive today.

COME ON YOU BEEAAAARRRSSS!!

Hold on, is this the NFL or the cricket thread?


Superb end to that game!


No it bloody wasn't!

I fail to understand why we had fifty-three blokes rushing the Quarter-Back when all we had to do was stick loads of people in the backfield to stop them going past the thirty-yard line to win the game. I bet Matt Ryan never plays that well again in his life... still, at least he's not a dog-murderer!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Javu on October 14, 2008, 10:13:48 AM
No mention of the Browns?

I know next to nothing about NFL, but they beat reigning champs NY Giants 35-14 last night. They even managed a two-point conversion just to rub it in.

Their 15 final quarter points also won me a sizeable chunk of money thanks to a schoolboy betting error that I made (in my favour), some of which will be heading to Mr Lerner's favourite UK charity in order appease the gods of matched betting.

Trebles all round.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 14, 2008, 02:19:46 PM
The Browns actually played really well and showed the form that people thought they would have this season.   Well done.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 14, 2008, 08:53:26 PM
Quote
But again, ahem... how 'bout them Cowboys?


They're really starting to struggle in a few areas now with the added bonus that 40yr old Brad will be looking after the offense for a good few weeks now! Didn't Brett Favre play with a broken thumb??

Still, none of it as tragically funny as losing at home to The Rams!!  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 14, 2008, 09:04:04 PM
Sunday 26th is the Chargers v Saints at Wemberley

Who's going ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 14, 2008, 09:08:13 PM
I thought it was the weekend after?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 14, 2008, 09:11:27 PM
Quote from: "CT"
I thought it was the weekend after?


You're right, its the 26th. I was getting ahead of myself

I've edited my post to make you look daft :-
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2008, 11:43:32 AM
Wembley tix have arrived.

Many thanks to my bestest H&V buddy
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on October 15, 2008, 12:05:41 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Sunday 26th is the Chargers v Saints at Wemberley

Who's going ?


LMDA
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 15, 2008, 12:23:00 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Sunday 26th is the Chargers v Saints at Wemberley

Who's going ?


went last year, cant afford it this year
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 15, 2008, 12:53:32 PM
Waiting to see if the Bears or Browns play at Wembley one year. Seems like the Browns are very unlikely to play here though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on October 15, 2008, 01:11:33 PM
went last year and won't bother again, it was tedious and expensive.

I guess if the weather had been better and the QBs had been able to throw it might have turned out more interesting.

The main problem was the complete lack of atmosphere. there were hardly any fans of either side there, we were all day-trippers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Hookeysmith on October 15, 2008, 02:44:11 PM
Question to the US fans of ours

What is the atmosphere like at games - surely its not the tribalistic chanting like at our games or is it

What do fans do in between plays / quarters / time outs

I would love to see a game live but i genuinely do not know the answers to these questions.

I know they have an all day affair in the car parks with barbies and all sorts - again would not be a UK thing for so many reasons
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2008, 05:30:16 PM
Quote from: "Hookeysmith"
Question to the US fans of ours

What is the atmosphere like at games - surely its not the tribalistic chanting like at our games or is it

What do fans do in between plays / quarters / time outs

I would love to see a game live but i genuinely do not know the answers to these questions.

I know they have an all day affair in the car parks with barbies and all sorts - again would not be a UK thing for so many reasons


1) Atmosphere is still great. Home fans tend to keep quiet when their Offense is on the field so that the players can communicate better. When the home Defense is playing then its time to chant.....

(http://www.populationstatistic.com/images/d-fence.jpg)

2) Drink beer, drink beer and drink beer

3) Just like Rugby internationals used to be at Twickenham back in the 1970's & 1980's.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on October 15, 2008, 06:49:58 PM
Some of the bigger University matches have great atmosphere  - with the marching bands playing the Schools' "fight" songs (sung heartily by the students and alumni).....

"Good old rocky top, rocky top Tennessee....."
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 19, 2008, 07:11:53 PM
look at the titans go, 17-0 up before half time, love it!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2008, 08:08:02 AM
Oh dear Cowboys fans, the wheels appear to have come off.

Shock of the week...... the Raiders actually won a game.

Non-shock of the week...... Lions are still winless
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 20, 2008, 08:31:18 AM
Quote
Oh dear Cowboys fans, the wheels appear to have come off.


How can you say that?

Just because we have no Q/Back, no defense, no coach and no draft picks next year....um, oh yeah, you're right!

I mean, our original Roy Williams was comical, maybe the new "panic buy" one can reach "average" status.

It was the Rams for crying out loud!  ](*,)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on October 20, 2008, 10:33:31 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Oh dear Cowboys fans, the wheels appear to have come off.

Shock of the week...... the Raiders actually won a game.
Non-shock of the week...... Lions are still winless


Oi less of it !! We're on a roll....decent kick to win it in ot..just the 57 yards weren't it !! And cleared it with plenty to spare. He's a nutbag but he has some leg on him...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2008, 01:17:28 PM
Quote from: "avfcpg"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Oh dear Cowboys fans, the wheels appear to have come off.

Shock of the week...... the Raiders actually won a game.
Non-shock of the week...... Lions are still winless


Oi less of it !! We're on a roll....decent kick to win it in ot..just the 57 yards weren't it !! And cleared it with plenty to spare. He's a nutbag but he has some leg on him...


Don't forget, I'm a long suffering Raiders fan as well
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 20, 2008, 01:26:32 PM
Quote from: "avfcpg"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Oh dear Cowboys fans, the wheels appear to have come off.

Shock of the week...... the Raiders actually won a game.
Non-shock of the week...... Lions are still winless


Oi less of it !! We're on a roll....decent kick to win it in ot..just the 57 yards weren't it !! And cleared it with plenty to spare. He's a nutbag but he has some leg on him...


it was one hell of a kick. far better than the vikings special teams, did anyone see the two touchdowns they conceded, one on a punt and one on a punt return. Shocking, one hell of a match that one though
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on October 20, 2008, 06:00:09 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "avfcpg"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Oh dear Cowboys fans, the wheels appear to have come off.

Shock of the week...... the Raiders actually won a game.
Non-shock of the week...... Lions are still winless


Oi less of it !! We're on a roll....decent kick to win it in ot..just the 57 yards weren't it !! And cleared it with plenty to spare. He's a nutbag but he has some leg on him...


Don't forget, I'm a long suffering Raiders fan as well


Good on you...didn't realise. We can suffer together then !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 20, 2008, 06:51:33 PM
Bears take big lead into Fourth Quarter - oh no not this again  8-[  8-[  8-[

Bears actually hold on and beat the Purple Penis Eaters!  \:D/  \:D/  \:D/

We are top of the league I said we are top of the league! (Nobody say only cos its a shit division!)

Can't believe the useless Colts lost to the Fudge Packers, spoiled an otherwise perfect Sunday after watching Spurszzz lose and following the Free-Scoring Bears (!) victory.

This has to be the most unpredictable season ever. All the pre-season favourites are playing like (interception) tossers. I reckon the Superbowl will be won by errr... (sticks pin in map, blindfolded)... the Arizona Cardinals!

Anyone know where you can watch NFL games online for free? The ones I usually use for our version of football never seem to work for NFL matches.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 20, 2008, 06:59:59 PM
i wouldnt say all the favourites, the giants have looked quite good, 5-1 is a decent record
i dunno where you can watch them live but you can follow them play by play and get highlights on nfl website
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 20, 2008, 07:17:19 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Bears take big lead into Fourth Quarter - oh no not this again  8-[  8-[  8-[

Bears actually hold on and beat the Purple Penis Eaters!  \:D/  \:D/  \:D/

We are top of the league I said we are top of the league! (Nobody say only cos its a shit division!)

Can't believe the useless Colts lost to the Fudge Packers, spoiled an otherwise perfect Sunday after watching Spurszzz lose and following the Free-Scoring Bears (!) victory.

This has to be the most unpredictable season ever. All the pre-season favourites are playing like (interception) tossers. I reckon the Superbowl will be won by errr... (sticks pin in map, blindfolded)... the Arizona Cardinals!

Anyone know where you can watch NFL games online for free? The ones I usually use for our version of football never seem to work for NFL matches.


Don't 3 of the 4 sides hold the same win/loss record?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2008, 07:58:46 PM
I see that Reggie "Honest I didn't get paid at college" Bush is out injured and will miss the Saints trip to Wembley
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2008, 08:06:00 PM
Psycho Seb's winning Field Goal for the Raiders (http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp2BjFyEUgM)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 20, 2008, 08:08:19 PM
49ers got beat again.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 21, 2008, 07:25:17 AM
Quote from: "Rotterdam"
49ers got beat again.




.....so they fired their coach (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3654528)

Hey Bears fans, look who they gave the job to !!

(http://www.sportsposterwarehouse.com/catImages/singletarypf-1.jpg)

Although he's not as fearsome looking these days

(http://i1.chargers.com/assets/172/32272_282wh.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 21, 2008, 09:55:57 AM
Here's something strange from last weekend's college football.

A referee appearing to intentionally tackle a player (http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=do-J6nAmus8)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 21, 2008, 01:02:28 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Here's something strange from last weekend's college football.

A referee appearing to intentionally tackle a player (http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=do-J6nAmus8)


Reminds me of what Mark Halsey's like against us....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tony Boucher on October 21, 2008, 03:21:01 PM
If anyone wants a ticket for the game at Wembley (Saints v Chargers) I have 4 available at face value.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 21, 2008, 03:35:55 PM
where abouts mate? ie, what price range
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tony Boucher on October 21, 2008, 04:56:36 PM
Lower Tier, Endzone, block 108, row 43.  
They're Ł80 tickets & they include tickets to the official "tailgate party"
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 21, 2008, 05:02:28 PM
Quote from: "Tony Boucher"
Lower Tier, Endzone, block 108, row 43.  
They're Ł80 tickets & they include tickets to the official "tailgate party"


Ł80! no thanks mate, might grab some of the late Ł30 ones
went to the tailgate party last year, wasnt all that great to be honest
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2008, 01:21:45 PM
Quote from: "Tony Boucher"
Lower Tier, Endzone, block 108, row 43.  
They're Ł80 tickets & they include tickets to the official "tailgate party"


I've got tickets to that this year. Is it worth going ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 25, 2008, 12:46:02 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Tony Boucher"
Lower Tier, Endzone, block 108, row 43.  
They're Ł80 tickets & they include tickets to the official "tailgate party"


I've got tickets to that this year. Is it worth going ?


was alright last year. not a bad way to spend an hour of so, few things to see, managed to meet the cheerleaders last year which was ace
if youve got tickets just add it to the day really
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 26, 2008, 06:33:31 PM
These commentators are getting on my nerves. Very condescending and not very knowledgeable. Comments like 'I didn't expect the stadium to be so modern' and 'the crowd must be wondering what all these stoppages are for'.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Michel Sibble on October 26, 2008, 09:03:30 PM
F*cking local people round here have been to it. What is wrong with them?

NFL= 20 minutes of action, 4 hours of nachos. It's pussy's rugby. Man up FFS.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on October 26, 2008, 09:08:43 PM
Quote from: "Michel Sibble"
F*cking local people round here have been to it. What is wrong with them?

NFL= 20 minutes of action, 4 hours of nachos. It's pussy's rugby. Man up FFS.


so why post on an NFL thread if it offends you that much?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Michel Sibble on October 26, 2008, 09:14:35 PM
Quote from: "Yeltzer"
Quote from: "Michel Sibble"
F*cking local people round here have been to it. What is wrong with them?

NFL= 20 minutes of action, 4 hours of nachos. It's pussy's rugby. Man up FFS.


so why post on an NFL thread if it offends you that much?


Not living in Wembley, then?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on October 26, 2008, 09:16:52 PM
Quote from: "Michel Sibble"
Quote from: "Yeltzer"
Quote from: "Michel Sibble"
F*cking local people round here have been to it. What is wrong with them?

NFL= 20 minutes of action, 4 hours of nachos. It's pussy's rugby. Man up FFS.


so why post on an NFL thread if it offends you that much?


Not living in Wembley, then?


Nope. But why vent your displeasure on here? Can't you just throw stones at them or something
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 27, 2008, 07:16:57 AM
It was a great game, far better than last year's (although the weather probably helped).

The pre game "New Orleans Themed Tailgate Party" was a complete waste of time. It was just your standard beer and burger vans plus one van selling some not very appealing looking mush that was meant to be gumbo.

It was really just 20,000 Brits practising their queueing techniques. The line for the merchandise tent was incredible, so I went up to the bouncer on the exit door and he let me sneak a look into the tent. All I could see inside was more queueing. I asked the bouncer if it was worth going in, he said "no mate", so I wandered off into the stadium.

As for the game, the Chargers had their chances to win but blew it by dropping one certain touchdown pass and giving away too many penalties. They even had time for one last "Hail Mary" pass at the end that would have won the game (thanks to Drew Brees cocking up the "Safety Drill" by running straight out the back of the end zone rather than heading for the corner and eating up a few more seconds).

The Saints looked quite good but clearly missed Reggie Bush. He provides that element of unpredictability that a team needs. I can't see them making much progress if they make the playoffs (however, I thought that about the Giants after last year's game).
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 27, 2008, 08:27:06 AM
More evidence as to why everybody hates kickers (http://www.dailybulletin.com/ci_10800972)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 28, 2008, 09:06:15 AM
Titans win again, 7-0 now, from behind against the Colts, get in!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 02, 2008, 10:20:51 PM
Titans beat the packers in overtime
HELL
YES
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 02, 2008, 11:25:04 PM
Bears win + packers defeat = happy days! Now on a more serious note how do i put off getting engaged to my girlfriend?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 03, 2008, 07:09:40 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Bears win + packers defeat = happy days! Now on a more serious note how do i put off getting engaged to my girlfriend?


That's a great thread in the making.

A mate of mine is currently trying to move out from his girlfriend's place whilst still retaining RPP ("rumpy pumpy privileges")
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 03, 2008, 09:12:58 AM
In the top College Football game of the week Texas Tech upset Texas

Highlights (http://sports.espn.go.com/broadband/video/videopage?categoryId=2564308&brand=null&videoId=3677736&n8pe6c=1)


I'm sure that the Tech players will find a way of celebrating !!   :-

(http://www.gunaxin.com/wp-content/gallery/texas-tech-girls/texas_tech_girl-067.jpg)

EDIT - photo changed because my source (Deadspin) has discovered that the bikini one was faked
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 03, 2008, 12:47:34 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Bears win + packers defeat = happy days! Now on a more serious note how do i put off getting engaged to my girlfriend?


Careful, I'll tell Heather on you....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2008, 02:11:08 PM
Dont tell heather or i will tell the h&v collective about the midget!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2008, 07:43:23 AM
For those who keep an eye out for the results of the Cleveland Villa, Brady Quinn has been named starting Quarterback

(http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/deadspin/2008/11/quinnfinally.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: GibTom on November 04, 2008, 04:59:26 PM
Decent thread this


I work in American Sports so naturally follow them pretty closely.


Interesting that Quinn should be thrown in this week. Cleveland matches up very well against Denver and he'll have one of the softest defenses in the league to start on. Lewis should see plenty of touches against a very light defensive front which should open the playaction for Brady.

Broncos were dire against Miami and really shouldn't pose much of a challenge.


Just finished watching last night's MNF on Gamepass, great display by the Steelers. I have them as my main bet for the Superbowl from earliy in the season; I'd lost confidence in weaks gone by with that porous O-line but a terrific effort to win in an NFC East stadium this year.

If they can keep Ben on his feet most of the game they're a real threat in the AFC.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2008, 05:01:28 PM
Quote from: "GibTom"
Decent thread this


I work in American Sports so naturally follow them pretty closely.


Please elaborate
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 04, 2008, 05:08:28 PM
UK Redsox has an orgasm.....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 04, 2008, 05:53:38 PM
Quote from: "GibTom"
Decent thread this


I work in American Sports so naturally follow them pretty closely.


Interesting that Quinn should be thrown in this week. Cleveland matches up very well against Denver and he'll have one of the softest defenses in the league to start on. Lewis should see plenty of touches against a very light defensive front which should open the playaction for Brady.

Broncos were dire against Miami and really shouldn't pose much of a challenge.


Just finished watching last night's MNF on Gamepass, great display by the Steelers. I have them as my main bet for the Superbowl from earliy in the season; I'd lost confidence in weaks gone by with that porous O-line but a terrific effort to win in an NFC East stadium this year.

If they can keep Ben on his feet most of the game they're a real threat in the AFC.


I managed to keep watching until 2am, before conceding defeat. At that point the Redskins were 6-0 up! Should just tape the games really, rather than going into work looking like death, but somehow it's not the same
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 04, 2008, 05:59:55 PM
Steelers are the #1 defence for a reason.   Brilliant display from the black and gold....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 04, 2008, 07:39:58 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
In the top College Football game of the week Texas Tech upset Texas

Highlights (http://sports.espn.go.com/broadband/video/videopage?categoryId=2564308&brand=null&videoId=3677736&n8pe6c=1)


I'm sure that the Tech players will find a way of celebrating !!   :-

(http://www.gunaxin.com/wp-content/gallery/texas-tech-girls/texas_tech_girl-067.jpg)

EDIT - photo changed because my source (Deadspin) has discovered that the bikini one was faked


Wish that was my gym. Then again, I'd probably drop the bar if they walked in. Also, the term 'repetitive strain injury' springs to mind.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 02:00:20 AM
I would take a bullet for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 02:25:19 AM
Quote from: "Yeltzer"
Quote from: "Michel Sibble"
F*cking local people round here have been to it. What is wrong with them?

NFL= 20 minutes of action, 4 hours of nachos. It's pussy's rugby. Man up FFS.


so why post on an NFL thread if it offends you that much?


I have to agree...

Rugby is nothing like football to make that comparison.  To say that it is, proves that you now nothing of either game and are ignorant to football.


If you don't like it, don't post on it.  

I have to say that American Football is my favorite sport just above your football (our soccer) at number two.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 02:27:36 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Tony Boucher"
Lower Tier, Endzone, block 108, row 43.  
They're Ł80 tickets & they include tickets to the official "tailgate party"


I've got tickets to that this year. Is it worth going ?


guys, I have to be honest with you.  The official "Tailgate Parties" are always kind of lame.

Your best bet is to grab a six pack, or a couple of 22's and get to the paring lot about 2 or 3 hours early and just walk the lot.  People are going to be cool, give you free food, free beer and just get wasted.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 02:30:14 AM
Quote from: "usav"
Steelers are the #1 defence for a reason.   Brilliant display from the black and gold....


yeah?

My eagles looked like the number one defense when they sacked big ben 9 times in the whalloping they gave the steelers!


The Steelers aren't that good.

They may be one of the better teams in the HORRIBLE AFC, but they aren't a solid team.

It's like winning the special olympics playing in the AFC.



(sorry for all my posts in a row, I never saw this thread before!)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on November 05, 2008, 02:58:58 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I would take a bullet for the Philadelphia Eagles.


Go Iggles! you from Philly?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 05, 2008, 10:14:46 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"


It's like winning the special olympics playing in the AFC.




wow what a wonderful sentiment, you sound lovely
and for a start only unbeaten team in the league-afc
4 out of the last 5 superbowl winners-afc
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 11:05:08 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"


It's like winning the special olympics playing in the AFC.




wow what a wonderful sentiment, you sound lovely
and for a start only unbeaten team in the league-afc
4 out of the last 5 superbowl winners-afc


Yeah, The Pats, The Colts and The Chargers were all amazing for a long time, this is 100% true.

But they aren't any longer.

The pats lost Brady and don't have a decent Running Back or a power back or any bac for that matter, and their defense is getting REALLY old.  When Brady was out they gave up.

The Colts...Well, I don't now what hapened to them, but whatever it was is a mess.

The Chargers just don't have it.  LDT hasn't been the same since his injury, and Rivers just isn't the same.

The one thing about the NFL and the salary cap, and the amount of injuries is that the whole league turns upside down evey few years.

Case in point.  
The NFC east which is probably the strongest league in the NFL and 3 out of 4 teams actually make the playoffs, was not always dominant.

And in the AFC over the past four years, it is easy to be dominant when you play in an awful division.  For example, The Pats were undefeated in the regular season last year but keep in mind, they play the JETS, DOLPHINS, and BILLS twice in a year... that is six guaranteed wins!
SIX in a sixten game season!!


You know what I mean?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 11:18:12 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"


It's like winning the special olympics playing in the AFC.




wow what a wonderful sentiment, you sound lovely
and for a start only unbeaten team in the league-afc
4 out of the last 5 superbowl winners-afc



As for the Titans, The Jury is still out on them.

They have probably the easiest schedule in the league, and in the one game they played against a decent NFC team, The Packers (again, not a good team, but a decent team), the game went into Over Time and the Titans barely won.

I would like to see them go undefeated, they have a really cool story, and looking at their schedule right now I don't think it is out of the question, but keep in mind if they were to run the table this would be an ENORMOUS upset, and no one is gonna say they predicted it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 05, 2008, 11:41:31 AM
I think the packers game shows the titans have a bit of grit, they didnt play well at all in the second half but their rookie chris johnson is playin like an absolute machine, with him and white their running game is up with the best in the league, awesome defense.
not to mention the fact theyve played all season with their second choice QB, look what that did to the pats?

the nfc east is ridiculous, id say the best 4 teams in the nfc are in there and i reckon the nfc  will be between the eagles and giants.
you're right that the afc isnt the league it was but on paper teams like the colts and chargers stil have the ability to beat anyone else in the league on their day.

interestingly the 3 teams you mentioned in the pats division have all improved massively this year, the dolphins are being tipped for the playoffs after a single win season, the bills started well but are dropping back now, and Favre has breathed new life into the jets.

Its as open a season in both NFC and AFC as i can remember, i fancy the giants to win again though, they totally demolished a good cowboys team
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 12:00:02 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"

interestingly the 3 teams you mentioned in the pats division have all improved massively this year, the dolphins are being tipped for the playoffs after a single win season, the bills started well but are dropping back now, and Favre has breathed new life into the jets.

Its as open a season in both NFC and AFC as i can remember, i fancy the giants to win again though, they totally demolished a good cowboys team


Yes, exactly, The three teams I mentioned are twice the teams they were last year, but that again plays into the whole idea that every year is a different story in the NFL, and it also helps that the almighty Pats aren't almighty anymore...

I think the AFC east may be the worst division in football, just a slight bit worse than the NFC West, maybe a little better, but they both are terrible.

Sure the records aren't as bad, but when bad teams play bad teams one is goint to win and one is going to lose.

I also think Favre is overrated.  Not that he is bad mind you, but he isn't as good as the credit he gets.

As for the giants beating the cowboys, you are aware that the cowboys are in last place right now and after week 3 haven't been very good.  

ALSO, they were playing with HEAVY injuries and NO QB on Sunday!!!!

The Jets could have beat them on Sunday!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 05, 2008, 12:03:10 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
I think the packers game shows the titans have a bit of grit, they didnt play well at all in the second half but their rookie chris johnson is playin like an absolute machine, with him and white their running game is up with the best in the league, awesome defense.
not to mention the fact theyve played all season with their second choice QB


I agree with this statement 100%, but all I am saying is that no one would have been able to say that they saw this coming 6 months ago.

Again, I would love to see them go undefeated, and be the team that finally runs the table (I don't think ANYONE wanted to see the pats do it last year), but I wouldn't have bet on it earlier in the year.


I have really enjoyed this talk, but I need to get to work! It's almost 7:00!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 06, 2008, 12:51:00 PM
Hmm haven't the mighty Bears got the Titans next??

Thursday games start in a few weeks time too
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 08, 2008, 12:34:37 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Hmm haven't the mighty Bears got the Titans next??

Thursday games start in a few weeks time too


Mighty Bears...

HAHAHAHA


BUT, this Sunday night my Eagles play the giants.

Should be a good game
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 09, 2008, 11:04:25 PM
Clyde lose and go bottom of the league villa lose and da bears lose what a shit weekend oh mcgrath i'm depressed
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 16, 2008, 11:22:22 PM
so my 9-0 titans go in half time 14-3 down to jaguars, lookin awful
7 mins late in 3rd quarter, 17-14 up
come on boys!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 16, 2008, 11:25:21 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
so my 9-0 titans go in half time 14-3 down to jaguars, lookin awful
7 mins late in 3rd quarter, 17-14 up
come on boys!


My eagles STINK this year..

Dreadful...

You are a Titans fan?!?!?!?!

Come on...

I have never met a Titans fan in my life, and the first I am hearing of one is the season they go 9-0?!?!?!

What are the odds...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 16, 2008, 11:25:50 PM
Today must have been a bit of a shitter for you Bears fans.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 16, 2008, 11:29:19 PM
As for the Titans though...

I would LOVE to see them run the table, but I don't know.  The AFC is pretty weak this year, so if anyone is capable, it is this year.  I am shocked how good the titans are (as I am sure everyone is), but of all the AFC teams, the only ones I like are the Dolphins, and I have a soft spot for the titans (mostly for V Young though), and the Jaguars (because of Gerrard).

Eihter way, the AFC is weak enough that if it is going to happen in my life time, I think the Titans are the team to catch the Dolphins record.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 16, 2008, 11:30:32 PM
Quote from: "OCD"
Today must have been a bit of a shitter for you Bears fans.


Bears fans...

get used to it..

It is going to be a LONG decade.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 17, 2008, 12:27:29 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
so my 9-0 titans go in half time 14-3 down to jaguars, lookin awful
7 mins late in 3rd quarter, 17-14 up
come on boys!


My eagles STINK this year..

Dreadful...

You are a Titans fan?!?!?!?!

Come on...

I have never met a Titans fan in my life, and the first I am hearing of one is the season they go 9-0?!?!?!

What are the odds...


look back on this thread, been on about them all season
i can understand that. mainly cos dad went over there on business when i was kid, went to a game, got me a programme, gotta start somewhere!
great second half from us today, thought the record had gone but collins really pulled it out of the bad, winning it in the air for 2 weeks running. few would have called that
my mates a big eagles fan, you guys had a poor game today, lucky not to lose
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 17, 2008, 12:29:08 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
As for the Titans though...

I would LOVE to see them run the table, but I don't know.  The AFC is pretty weak this year, so if anyone is capable, it is this year.  I am shocked how good the titans are (as I am sure everyone is), but of all the AFC teams, the only ones I like are the Dolphins, and I have a soft spot for the titans (mostly for V Young though), and the Jaguars (because of Gerrard).

Eihter way, the AFC is weak enough that if it is going to happen in my life time, I think the Titans are the team to catch the Dolphins record.


we've got a decent run in, can see the giants stoppin their second unbeaten team in a row in the superbowl though.
yep, gotta love young, but we're doing it without him!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 17, 2008, 12:36:36 AM
the eagles tie might as well be a lose, since it isn't a win and no one EVER ties in the NFL.  I think our playoff hopes are gone.

As for the Titans, I am still not sold on them as an undefeated team.  Would like to see it, but don't think it's gonna happen.  I am actually shocked they are undefeated right now.

They haven't played a good team except the packers, but the only good team they are gonna play this year for the reamainder, the (new and improved) Colts and the Steelers, are both REALLY up and down...

I don't think there is a single AFC team that would have a winning record in the NFC.  Sure there are some that would be OK in the NFC, but none of the AFC teams, in my opinion would be over 500 in the NFC
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 17, 2008, 12:53:12 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
the eagles tie might as well be a lose, since it isn't a win and no one EVER ties in the NFL.  I think our playoff hopes are gone.

As for the Titans, I am still not sold on them as an undefeated team.  Would like to see it, but don't think it's gonna happen.  I am actually shocked they are undefeated right now.

They haven't played a good team except the packers, but the only good team they are gonna play this year for the reamainder, the (new and improved) Colts and the Steelers, are both REALLY up and down...

I don't think there is a single AFC team that would have a winning record in the NFC.  Sure there are some that would be OK in the NFC, but none of the AFC teams, in my opinion would be over 500 in the NFC


I reckon the Titans would. You don't go 10-0 without being a decent team. The first few games were comfortable but in recent weeks both coming from behind today(14-3 and doing nothing on offense) and beating the packers in overtime shows theyve got the mental strength and team spirit to be a decent team, as well as performances on the field, Hainesworth has been immense defensively. Chris Johnson has done excellently for a rookie, and Collins has done all you can ask of your 2nd choice QB. You can only beat whats put in front of you, and theyve done it thus far.
In the NFC however pre season picks like the cowboys have been very inconsistant as have the eagles who are strong on paper (I love McNabb) but have gotta win games like today
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 17, 2008, 11:53:30 AM
You are right about the cowboys being a flop and the eagles with all the talent they have need to beat the bengals, but the AFC is just so weak.

If the Titans were an NFC team, they surely wouldn't be 10-0.  The only decent NFC team they played was the Packers, who are decent, but hardly as good as the Giants or Redskins, and that game took them to OT.

We will see I guess, and like I said, I would love for them to go undefeated, but I just don't buy into any AFC team.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 17, 2008, 12:56:37 PM
I still can't see the Titans having a 16-0 record at the end of the season, they'll rest players and get beaten I think.

Thank God for the Villa result as the Bears didn't exactly cover themselves in glory.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 17, 2008, 01:18:11 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
I still can't see the Titans having a 16-0 record at the end of the season, they'll rest players and get beaten I think.

Thank God for the Villa result as the Bears didn't exactly cover themselves in glory.


I agree with this.

Once they make the playoffs, they will rest players so as not to injure them in the final 2 or 3 pointless games at the end.

This team, I don't think, is good enough to win those games with depth players, and I don't think they are dumb enough to play starters when the depth players aren't on the same level as the starters...


Again, would love to see it happen though...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 17, 2008, 02:01:00 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
I still can't see the Titans having a 16-0 record at the end of the season, they'll rest players and get beaten I think.

Thank God for the Villa result as the Bears didn't exactly cover themselves in glory.


I agree with this.

Once they make the playoffs, they will rest players so as not to injure them in the final 2 or 3 pointless games at the end.

This team, I don't think, is good enough to win those games with depth players, and I don't think they are dumb enough to play starters when the depth players aren't on the same level as the starters...


Again, would love to see it happen though...


If only to shut the bloody Dolphins up....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 17, 2008, 02:17:09 PM
nobody besides the 72 Dolphins hold that record in any regard anyway.

It was a shorter season back then.

I like the Dolphins, and they are my AFC team I root for, but I could care less about this record.

I am REALLY glad the Patriots didn't break it though...

I wouldn't mind anyone esle breaking it though.

 Actually, there are a few teams I HATE...
this years Jets with Favre, Last years Pats, the Giants, The Cowboys, and the Steelers as long as Ben is there.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 17, 2008, 02:42:42 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
and the Steelers as long as Ben is there.


Keep hating.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 17, 2008, 11:56:48 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
and the Steelers as long as Ben is there.


Keep hating.


I used to like the guy, but I heard he goes to eat and doesn't tip the waitress and says "I ate here... that should be tip enough", and the interviews I have read of his made me dislike him...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on November 18, 2008, 08:43:05 PM
great win for the browns in OT last night. way to go, Randy.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 19, 2008, 01:00:09 AM
The browns are an upsetting franchise.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 22, 2008, 12:49:23 PM
Does anyone know any Detroit Lions fans? That must be hell. Every year they're dreadful, you'd think with good draft picks every year they should have been better by now.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 22, 2008, 01:08:40 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Does anyone know any Detroit Lions fans? That must be hell. Every year they're dreadful, you'd think with good draft picks every year they should have been better by now.


No, actually I don't...


Football is weird in that a LOT of people don't root for the home market team, and since everyone loves football and not everyone has a home team you meet a lot of random fans.

I live in CT and we don't have a team, and so I meet TONS AND TONS of different fans...

But never met a Lions fan...

There are all sorts of rumors that they are going to leave Detroit, and they will probably end the year with the #1 draft pick.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 22, 2008, 01:22:16 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Does anyone know any Detroit Lions fans? That must be hell. Every year they're dreadful, you'd think with good draft picks every year they should have been better by now.


No, actually I don't...


Football is weird in that a LOT of people don't root for the home market team, and since everyone loves football and not everyone has a home team you meet a lot of random fans.

I live in CT and we don't have a team, and so I meet TONS AND TONS of different fans...

But never met a Lions fan...

There are all sorts of rumors that they are going to leave Detroit, and they will probably end the year with the #1 draft pick.


You'd think that the Patriots would be the team for people from Connecticut to support, but a lot of them seem to support the Bears there (not sad, but I go on those forums too....  8-[ )
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 22, 2008, 01:28:43 PM
eh...

The thing is, CT is split.  I live over 3 hours from Boston, and actually live closer to Philadelphia than Boston.

If you had to choose, the New York teams are closer to pretty much everyone in CT except for the top corner of the state.

(however, in Football, the two new york teams, the giants and jets don't play in new york, they play in New Jersey, which is such a joke!)

For instance, I live in CT, and work in NY, and the ride is about 20 minutes.

If I were to drive to Boston it would take over 3 hours.


Also, up until about 5 or 6 years ago, there were NO patriots fans, not even in Boston.  It is the ultimate front runners team.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 22, 2008, 01:32:40 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
eh...

The thing is, CT is split.  I live over 3 hours from Boston, and actually live closer to Philadelphia than Boston.

If you had to choose, the New York teams are closer to pretty much everyone in CT except for the top corner of the state.

(however, in Football, the two new york teams, the giants and jets don't play in new york, they play in New Jersey, which is such a joke!)

For instance, I live in CT, and work in NY, and the ride is about 20 minutes.

If I were to drive to Boston it would take over 3 hours.


Also, up until about 5 or 6 years ago, there were NO patriots fans, not even in Boston.  It is the ultimate front runners team.


Hah, I stand corrected!!  Don't the New York Red Bulls play in new jersey too?    Oh and 1985, kicked the Patriots arses
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 22, 2008, 01:49:52 PM
yeah, the redbulls play in jersey also, but I have to be honest, I have never heard anything about the redbulls.

I think the MLS final is going to be on TV this weekend though...

AT 3:30 pm!!!

Right during primetime football time.

WAY TO GO MLS!!!
Make sure no one watches AGAIN!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 22, 2008, 02:31:58 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
eh...

The thing is, CT is split.  I live over 3 hours from Boston, and actually live closer to Philadelphia than Boston.

If you had to choose, the New York teams are closer to pretty much everyone in CT except for the top corner of the state.

(however, in Football, the two new york teams, the giants and jets don't play in new york, they play in New Jersey, which is such a joke!)

For instance, I live in CT, and work in NY, and the ride is about 20 minutes.

If I were to drive to Boston it would take over 3 hours.


Also, up until about 5 or 6 years ago, there were NO patriots fans, not even in Boston.  It is the ultimate front runners team.


Hah, I stand corrected!!  Don't the New York Red Bulls play in new jersey too?    Oh and 1985, kicked the Patriots arses


Yes, they share the Giants Stadium. I remember Agel moaning about the Astroturf last year (he'll be glad that Luton bastard kicked the bucket then!). I think they're moving to a "Soccer Specific Stadium" in the near future. Doubt it will be in NY proper though as there has been speculation of a second NY franchise in Queen's.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 22, 2008, 10:34:12 PM
Oh Julie....

Oh Julie, where are you??

Tends to go a tad quiet when the Skins lose to The Boys at home..... :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 22, 2008, 11:46:15 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
eh...

The thing is, CT is split.  I live over 3 hours from Boston, and actually live closer to Philadelphia than Boston.

If you had to choose, the New York teams are closer to pretty much everyone in CT except for the top corner of the state.

(however, in Football, the two new york teams, the giants and jets don't play in new york, they play in New Jersey, which is such a joke!)

For instance, I live in CT, and work in NY, and the ride is about 20 minutes.

If I were to drive to Boston it would take over 3 hours.


Also, up until about 5 or 6 years ago, there were NO patriots fans, not even in Boston.  It is the ultimate front runners team.


Hah, I stand corrected!!  Don't the New York Red Bulls play in new jersey too?    Oh and 1985, kicked the Patriots arses


Yes, they share the Giants Stadium. I remember Agel moaning about the Astroturf last year (he'll be glad that Luton bastard kicked the bucket then!). I think they're moving to a "Soccer Specific Stadium" in the near future. Doubt it will be in NY proper though as there has been speculation of a second NY franchise in Queen's.


yeah they are moving to a soccer stadium, but Giants stadium isn't turf...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 23, 2008, 11:38:47 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
eh...

The thing is, CT is split.  I live over 3 hours from Boston, and actually live closer to Philadelphia than Boston.

If you had to choose, the New York teams are closer to pretty much everyone in CT except for the top corner of the state.

(however, in Football, the two new york teams, the giants and jets don't play in new york, they play in New Jersey, which is such a joke!)

For instance, I live in CT, and work in NY, and the ride is about 20 minutes.

If I were to drive to Boston it would take over 3 hours.


Also, up until about 5 or 6 years ago, there were NO patriots fans, not even in Boston.  It is the ultimate front runners team.


Hah, I stand corrected!!  Don't the New York Red Bulls play in new jersey too?    Oh and 1985, kicked the Patriots arses


Yes, they share the Giants Stadium. I remember Agel moaning about the Astroturf last year (he'll be glad that Luton bastard kicked the bucket then!). I think they're moving to a "Soccer Specific Stadium" in the near future. Doubt it will be in NY proper though as there has been speculation of a second NY franchise in Queen's.


yeah they are moving to a soccer stadium, but Giants stadium isn't turf...


Angel was moaning more about the fact that it had American Football lines on the pitch. We kinda support the Red Bulls purely because he plays for them, great bloke.

Oh, and if we don't beat the Rams today I think we can safely say Da Bears won't get into the playoffs.    Who would of thought a few years ago that the Cardinals would be sailing into the playoffs....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 23, 2008, 01:36:41 PM
The cardinals are not a bad team.  They would be even better if they didn't play any 1pm games on the east coast.

So far this year, teams maing the west to east trip for the 1pm games, with the 3 hour time change are 0-12...

0 -12!!!!

So NO west coast team has won their game on the east coast at 1pm!!!

Which is WILD.

The bears have a lot of work to do, but they should be able to easily beat the Rams.

The rams suck...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 23, 2008, 01:48:16 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
The cardinals are not a bad team.  They would be even better if they didn't play any 1pm games on the east coast.

So far this year, teams maing the west to east trip for the 1pm games, with the 3 hour time change are 0-12...

0 -12!!!!

So NO west coast team has won their game on the east coast at 1pm!!!

Which is WILD.

The bears have a lot of work to do, but they should be able to easily beat the Rams.

The rams suck...


This is what I was thinking. We're not great, but they're rubbish. If we can win another 3-4 games then we can make the playoffs (NFC North isn't exactly amazing). [/b]
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 23, 2008, 02:51:10 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
So far this year, teams maing the west to east trip for the 1pm games, with the 3 hour time change are 0-12...

0 -12!!!!

So NO west coast team has won their game on the east coast at 1pm!!!

Which is WILD.


I think it's more to do with the fact all the West Coast teams suck....Arizona aside.....maybe.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 23, 2008, 03:00:46 PM
Well let's see.

If you hope that the NFC east canabilizes itself you may have a wild card chance.

you have to keep in mind that if you don't win that division, all of the teams in the nfc east and south are above .500 (I am pretty sure...)

And you have already gotten your guarantees out of the way.  2 Wins against the lions, and the win against the westbrook-less eagles, so there are no more gimme games, and BOTH the packers and the vikings have one left against the Lions.

My prediction is that GB takes the north, and the bears and vikings fight it out.

I have to be honest, but with Devin Hester (one of my favs from the U) playing like rubbish, and not a stong QB with Orton, I think that even if they finish ahead of the vikings they need to hope for a small miracle in the NFC east and NFC south to get that wild card spot.  The NFC east teams finish strong, and last year 3 of the 4 teams made the playoffs.  They need either the cowboys or the skins to blow it.  Also, the NFC south is no joke this season.

and lets see the schedule...

They can win 4 out of the next 6, which is a good thing.

I guess that is the fun part...

Waiting to see what happens.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 23, 2008, 03:02:17 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
So far this year, teams maing the west to east trip for the 1pm games, with the 3 hour time change are 0-12...

0 -12!!!!

So NO west coast team has won their game on the east coast at 1pm!!!

Which is WILD.


I think it's more to do with the fact all the West Coast teams suck....Arizona aside.....maybe.

I don't now...

In gerneral they aren't as good, but 0-12 for teams making that trip?

It is kind of a glaring statistic, isn't it?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 23, 2008, 08:57:06 PM
dammit titans
got battered by the jets
not of massive importance as should still have full home field advantedge in play offs looking at the run in
be interesting how we respond though
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on November 23, 2008, 09:23:29 PM
browns lost 16-6. to the bloody Texans. at home. arse.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 24, 2008, 12:46:57 AM
I dont even want to talk about this week...

Not at all...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 24, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I dont even want to talk about this week...

Not at all...


my mates an eagles fan as well
i think he may need professional help
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 24, 2008, 12:53:12 PM
Quote from: "Yeltzer"
browns lost 16-6. to the bloody Texans. at home. arse.


Yes, not good when the Texans beat your team comfortably. Can't believe how rubbish the Chargers are this year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on November 24, 2008, 03:05:36 PM
My god the Raiders turned up this week...or Denver didn't as the case may be. Just need 6 straight wins and we may be back in it !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 25, 2008, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I dont even want to talk about this week...

Not at all...


my mates an eagles fan as well
i think he may need professional help


It just doesn't makes sense...

3 days later and I am still trying to wrap my head around what happened.

We are running the WORST, and I mean the WORST plays possible.

We are down by 3 points... THREE POINTS at the half.

ONLY 3 points!!! this was a MUCH MORE THAN WINNABLE GAME!!!!
What do they do?

PULL THE QUARTERBACK!!!!  the FIVE TIME PROBOWL QB!!!


They essentially mailed the season in!

This was a must win game.

THEY HAD A WINNING RECORD!!!

What the hell is Andy Reid thinking!  He is listening too much to the fans and trying to make everyone happy.

The QB they put, that Kevin Kolb out of Houston has never had significant minutes in an NFL game (or a big time college game for that matter) and gets blown away!!!

They decided to start REBUILDING in the middle of a WINNING SEASON!!!!

The new QB sucks and gets BLOWN OUT.

Why? not because he sucks (which he does), but because they run the EXACT SAME PLAYS THAT HAVEN'T WORKED ALL YEAR!!!!


THEN YESTERDAY AFTER THEY HAD PRETTY MUCH GIVEN UP ON THE SEASON THE YEAR BEFORE. THEY DECIDE TO START DONOVAN AGAIN!!!

AFTER THEY HAD THROWN AWAY THE SEASON BY LOSING THAT MUST WIN GAME!!!!


I just can't get my head around this...

What is this world coming to!?!?!?!?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2008, 12:51:32 PM
Wasn't Andy Reid recently voted the worst Head Coach in the NFL, just ahead of the Charger's Head Coach??
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 25, 2008, 04:44:29 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I dont even want to talk about this week...

Not at all...


my mates an eagles fan as well
i think he may need professional help


It just doesn't makes sense...

3 days later and I am still trying to wrap my head around what happened.

We are running the WORST, and I mean the WORST plays possible.

We are down by 3 points... THREE POINTS at the half.

ONLY 3 points!!! this was a MUCH MORE THAN WINNABLE GAME!!!!
What do they do?

PULL THE QUARTERBACK!!!!  the FIVE TIME PROBOWL QB!!!


They essentially mailed the season in!

This was a must win game.

THEY HAD A WINNING RECORD!!!

What the hell is Andy Reid thinking!  He is listening too much to the fans and trying to make everyone happy.

The QB they put, that Kevin Kolb out of Houston has never had significant minutes in an NFL game (or a big time college game for that matter) and gets blown away!!!

They decided to start REBUILDING in the middle of a WINNING SEASON!!!!

The new QB sucks and gets BLOWN OUT.

Why? not because he sucks (which he does), but because they run the EXACT SAME PLAYS THAT HAVEN'T WORKED ALL YEAR!!!!


THEN YESTERDAY AFTER THEY HAD PRETTY MUCH GIVEN UP ON THE SEASON THE YEAR BEFORE. THEY DECIDE TO START DONOVAN AGAIN!!!

AFTER THEY HAD THROWN AWAY THE SEASON BY LOSING THAT MUST WIN GAME!!!!


I just can't get my head around this...

What is this world coming to!?!?!?!?



i was at work sunday night so my mate was txting me updates on eagles and titans
it turned into a catalogue of andy reid hatred
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2008, 11:05:14 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I dont even want to talk about this week...

Not at all...


my mates an eagles fan as well
i think he may need professional help


It just doesn't makes sense...

3 days later and I am still trying to wrap my head around what happened.

We are running the WORST, and I mean the WORST plays possible.

We are down by 3 points... THREE POINTS at the half.

ONLY 3 points!!! this was a MUCH MORE THAN WINNABLE GAME!!!!
What do they do?

PULL THE QUARTERBACK!!!!  the FIVE TIME PROBOWL QB!!!


They essentially mailed the season in!

This was a must win game.

THEY HAD A WINNING RECORD!!!

What the hell is Andy Reid thinking!  He is listening too much to the fans and trying to make everyone happy.

The QB they put, that Kevin Kolb out of Houston has never had significant minutes in an NFL game (or a big time college game for that matter) and gets blown away!!!

They decided to start REBUILDING in the middle of a WINNING SEASON!!!!

The new QB sucks and gets BLOWN OUT.

Why? not because he sucks (which he does), but because they run the EXACT SAME PLAYS THAT HAVEN'T WORKED ALL YEAR!!!!


THEN YESTERDAY AFTER THEY HAD PRETTY MUCH GIVEN UP ON THE SEASON THE YEAR BEFORE. THEY DECIDE TO START DONOVAN AGAIN!!!

AFTER THEY HAD THROWN AWAY THE SEASON BY LOSING THAT MUST WIN GAME!!!!


I just can't get my head around this...

What is this world coming to!?!?!?!?



i was at work sunday night so my mate was txting me updates on eagles and titans
it turned into a catalogue of andy reid hatred


We were lucky, played them with westbrook out injured - he is the eagles main weapon. NFC East is probably the toughest there is.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 01, 2008, 11:36:52 AM
What a weird week.

The Jet's lose (which should finally shut up all of the NEW Jet's fans that popped up this year), and Green Bay lost! Which I can't believe, because I am rooting for the kid.
Also, I hate the Patriots, but my new hate of the jet's and brett favre may be greater.

also, the best QB in the league, New Orleans Drew Brees threw three interceptions.  He didn't get benched either.  It must be nice to have a competent coach.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 05, 2008, 12:41:28 AM
sorry avfcpg, but I looked at which game was on TV tonight and was none too thrilled to see that it was the Raiders against the Chargers.

Still - Chicago Bears next Thursday (technically Friday)  \:D/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 05, 2008, 01:30:55 AM
I will be at the Eagles/Browns Monday night game in Philly on Dec 15th!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 05, 2008, 12:50:54 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I will be at the Eagles/Browns Monday night game in Philly on Dec 15th!


Come on Cleveland!!

Never been to a game - hopefully I'll win the lottery and remedy that soon - enojy the game
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 05, 2008, 01:04:19 PM
fight eagles fight/ on the road to victory/ fight eagles fight/ score a touchdown 1-2-3/ hit em low/ hit em high/ and watch those eagles fly/ fight eagles fight/

E-A-G-L-E-S eagles!



If you do come to the states to see a game, start saving money now.  

Every football game sells out, and if you are coming for a game, you are probably coming to one of the major cities ie. Philly, New York, Chicago, Boston  (not Clevo) etc. and those tickets cost a bunch.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on December 05, 2008, 04:21:59 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
sorry avfcpg, but I looked at which game was on TV tonight and was none too thrilled to see that it was the Raiders against the Chargers.

Still - Chicago Bears next Thursday (technically Friday)  \:D/


I stupidly started watching it at some unearthly time this morning...switched it off and recorded the rest part way through the 2nd quarter...woeful. Don't think I will bother watching the recording somehow...

About time AL sold up or at least got a coach in that can put a decent defence together...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 08, 2008, 12:38:40 AM
well that was quite a day
eagles beat giants, comfortably
and as for the steelers, well looks like they were watchin villa earlier the way they ended
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 08, 2008, 11:32:53 AM
What a GREAT day for sports!!!

Villa wins in a dramatic amazing fashion.

My Eagles beat the giants in the Annual White Trash Super Bowl!!!!!!!

The dolphins (my favorite afc team) wins!

The Jets lose!
The Cowboys Lose!


WHAT A DAY!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 08, 2008, 01:12:30 PM
I feared the worst when Wade Phillips was punching the air with delight after the Steelers missed the first field-goal.  #-o

Thought the Cowboys D did really well to be fair but offensively it looks like we've blown it again. I said in the summer not to believe the hype and it looks like it will be true.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 08, 2008, 03:41:01 PM
Massive win for the Steelers yesterday.  God, if only we had an offences, we would be nailed on certanties for the Superbowl.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 08, 2008, 04:21:25 PM
Quote
Massive win for the Steelers yesterday. God, if only we had an offences, we would be nailed on certanties for the Superbowl.


Maybe we could swap QB's?!  :smt002

On another note, it looked a tad chilly in Steeler country yesterday!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 08, 2008, 05:05:34 PM
Quote from: "CT"
On another note, it looked a tad chilly in Steeler country yesterday!


Yes it was and still is.   -12c at game time.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 09, 2008, 12:20:27 AM
I think the steelers are still a lock for the SB, unless the Titans are really as good as they seem...

But, USAV, I would put the steelers as my pick in the big game.

I would also put the Giants in the SB, but the Panthers could provide a little entertainment and they have been slept on so far...


But it doesn't matter, because the EAGLES won the White Trash Super Bowl, and the rights to the Jersey Turnpike and the Vince Lombardi Rest Area off the ext!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 09, 2008, 07:30:17 PM
The Steelers look very impressive on Defence I agree. Got a few weapons on Offence too.

Would just settle for da Bears making the playoffs - no chance of us getting to the Superbowl, but at least the Packers look dead and buried for this year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 10, 2008, 12:15:49 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
The Steelers look very impressive on Defence I agree. Got a few weapons on Offence too.

Would just settle for da Bears making the playoffs - no chance of us getting to the Superbowl, but at least the Packers look dead and buried for this year.


I don't think the playoffs are in the future either.

Too many teams with better records in the wild card race and you have a tough remaining schedule.
I am not sure off the top of my head, but I know you still have the Saints.

But hey, you never know...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 10, 2008, 12:44:28 PM
so come on then pmarachi, are your boys gonna make the playoffs?
bit of momentum, dallas with a tough run in, you guys have a shot
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 10, 2008, 12:49:57 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
The Steelers look very impressive on Defence I agree. Got a few weapons on Offence too.

Would just settle for da Bears making the playoffs - no chance of us getting to the Superbowl, but at least the Packers look dead and buried for this year.


I don't think the playoffs are in the future either.

Too many teams with better records in the wild card race and you have a tough remaining schedule.
I am not sure off the top of my head, but I know you still have the Saints.

But hey, you never know...


We have the Saints on Thursday and then the Packers after that - no chance of a Wild Card, we have to win the NFC North.

Steelers will be in the playoffs
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 10, 2008, 12:53:59 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
The Steelers look very impressive on Defence I agree. Got a few weapons on Offence too.

Would just settle for da Bears making the playoffs - no chance of us getting to the Superbowl, but at least the Packers look dead and buried for this year.


I don't think the playoffs are in the future either.

Too many teams with better records in the wild card race and you have a tough remaining schedule.
I am not sure off the top of my head, but I know you still have the Saints.

But hey, you never know...


We have the Saints on Thursday and then the Packers after that - no chance of a Wild Card, we have to win the NFC North.

Steelers will be in the playoffs


saints and packers are very beatable
can't see the vikings missing out though
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 11, 2008, 11:04:58 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
so come on then pmarachi, are your boys gonna make the playoffs?
bit of momentum, dallas with a tough run in, you guys have a shot



hahaha

I am a fan so I am going to say YES! WE ARE!!!!


Going to the game in Philly on Monday.





(but if you were betting your lunch money, I wouldn't bet on it)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 11, 2008, 11:06:49 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
The Steelers look very impressive on Defence I agree. Got a few weapons on Offence too.

Would just settle for da Bears making the playoffs - no chance of us getting to the Superbowl, but at least the Packers look dead and buried for this year.


I don't think the playoffs are in the future either.

Too many teams with better records in the wild card race and you have a tough remaining schedule.
I am not sure off the top of my head, but I know you still have the Saints.

But hey, you never know...


We have the Saints on Thursday and then the Packers after that - no chance of a Wild Card, we have to win the NFC North.

Steelers will be in the playoffs


saints and packers are very beatable
can't see the vikings missing out though


The saint's are beatable, but with Brees, you never know what they can do.  It's not like playing the 49ers, where you are confident of a win.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 11, 2008, 12:50:25 PM
Or the Lions = 2 wins a season :-D
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 11, 2008, 01:45:41 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
The Steelers look very impressive on Defence I agree. Got a few weapons on Offence too.

Would just settle for da Bears making the playoffs - no chance of us getting to the Superbowl, but at least the Packers look dead and buried for this year.


I don't think the playoffs are in the future either.

Too many teams with better records in the wild card race and you have a tough remaining schedule.
I am not sure off the top of my head, but I know you still have the Saints.

But hey, you never know...


We have the Saints on Thursday and then the Packers after that - no chance of a Wild Card, we have to win the NFC North.

Steelers will be in the playoffs


saints and packers are very beatable
can't see the vikings missing out though


The saint's are beatable, but with Brees, you never know what they can do.  It's not like playing the 49ers, where you are confident of a win.


try telling that to the jets
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 11, 2008, 01:59:19 PM
The post-Katrina NFL and NCAA giveaway of wins to the Saints and LSU is over - they have to compete on a level playing field now because nobody feels sorry for them anymore.

a playoff spot would flatter the Birds too much.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 11, 2008, 06:02:36 PM
Isn't the weather supposed to be dreadful for tonight's game  [-o<

Snow/ Gail force winds usually seem to help us
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 11, 2008, 07:10:18 PM
Da Bears:

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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 12, 2008, 12:37:13 AM
Quote from: "jkreejoh"
The post-Katrina NFL and NCAA giveaway of wins to the Saints and LSU is over - they have to compete on a level playing field now because nobody feels sorry for them anymore.



This doesn't really even make sense...

the players aren't from New Orleans, and don'teven live there...

Who "let" them win?

The giants who "let" the saints play a home game AT GIANTS STADIUM?!?!?!


If anything, the other teams took advantage of the situation, and used it against them...



(which they are perfectly allowed to do)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 12, 2008, 12:38:10 AM
I hope the Titans win the AFC, but I REALLY hope the Dolphins finish with a better record than the Jets.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 12, 2008, 01:44:42 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "jkreejoh"
The post-Katrina NFL and NCAA giveaway of wins to the Saints and LSU is over - they have to compete on a level playing field now because nobody feels sorry for them anymore.


This doesn't really even make sense...
the players aren't from New Orleans, and don'teven live there...
Who "let" them win?
The giants who "let" the saints play a home game AT GIANTS STADIUM?!?!?!
If anything, the other teams took advantage of the situation, and used it against them...
(which they are perfectly allowed to do)


yeah - nothing in sport is ever fixed. Ever heard of the Pete Rozelle plan for the NFL?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 12, 2008, 10:54:57 AM
Quote from: "jkreejoh"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "jkreejoh"
The post-Katrina NFL and NCAA giveaway of wins to the Saints and LSU is over - they have to compete on a level playing field now because nobody feels sorry for them anymore.


This doesn't really even make sense...
the players aren't from New Orleans, and don'teven live there...
Who "let" them win?
The giants who "let" the saints play a home game AT GIANTS STADIUM?!?!?!
If anything, the other teams took advantage of the situation, and used it against them...
(which they are perfectly allowed to do)


yeah - nothing in sport is ever fixed. Ever heard of the Pete Rozelle plan for the NFL?


hey man, I got to be honest...

nothing was fixed for the saints.

They only won 3 games...


Here is  little Bio:

Quote
The 2005 New Orleans Saints season began with the season trying to improve from their 8-8 record from 2004. The Saints played 2 pre-season games in the Louisiana Superdome before being forced to evacuate New Orleans due to Hurricane Katrina. They played the rest of the season on the road, splitting their games between their temporary headquarters at San Antonio's Alamodome, and LSU's Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, and even playing their first home game at Giants Stadium. The season ended with the firing of Jim Haslett.



They went 8-8 the year before and only won 3 games the Katrina year.

This team has one of the best QB's, and can't win.

Hey, I love a good football discussion, but your comment didn't make any sense....

Unless the games were fixed to give the saints an unfair advantage to LOSE...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 14, 2008, 10:00:58 PM
i love my titans
but i think our weaknesses are becomin clear
texans are a decent team but could of done with winning to secure homefield
afc champ loss to pittsburg i reckon
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on December 15, 2008, 12:06:38 AM
Raiders scored 20..shock horror..but NE on 49 and counting...battered with 6 to go...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 15, 2008, 12:24:47 PM
Browns on TV tonight - yeah shabba

on the downside Da Bears need a miracle to win the NFC North after the cardinals didn't show up against the Vikings. (Falcons is a tricky game mind).

Wouldn't bet against the Steelers for the AFC.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 15, 2008, 01:35:06 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Browns on TV tonight - .


I will be at this game in Philly!!!


Also, did anyone notice that the Jets, who everyone thought was so good, finally broke their losing streak with a last minute win against the HORRIBLE Bills playing with a backup QB?!?!?!?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 15, 2008, 01:36:27 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
i love my titans
but i think our weaknesses are becomin clear
texans are a decent team but could of done with winning to secure homefield
afc champ loss to pittsburg i reckon


The Titans will still win the onference.  It is good they got a lose or two out of the way.  They are already playing lie champs.  This lose will slam them back to earth and they will improve.

If the Dolphins don't make the playoffs, I will root for the Titans with you.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 16, 2008, 02:29:37 PM
Bet you enjoyed the game last night then.

Every time the Browns would run their first down, have they never heard of play action?? Also they apparently didn't realise that the Eagles blitz a lot - screen plays would have been useful, anything rathar than 3 and long with no protection for the quarter-back.

No wonder Romeo is getting the sack.

Rant over.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 16, 2008, 04:25:14 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Bet you enjoyed the game last night then.

Every time the Browns would run their first down, have they never heard of play action?? Also they apparently didn't realise that the Eagles blitz a lot - screen plays would have been useful, anything rathar than 3 and long with no protection for the quarter-back.

No wonder Romeo is getting the sack.

Rant over.


Well, they were playing with a 3rd string QB.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 16, 2008, 04:26:54 PM
I watched until about midway through the Third Quarter and didn't think he played that badly though. (Crosey his name??).

Westbrook was all over the place as usual - great player
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 17, 2008, 11:34:27 AM
Brett Favre made the Pro-Bowl?!?!?!

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 21, 2008, 06:54:40 PM
steelers vs. titans.

this is a big game on this thread...

I kind of like both teams, but I promised Sali, Salifou that I would root for the Titans...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 21, 2008, 09:46:02 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
steelers vs. titans.

this is a big game on this thread...

I kind of like both teams, but I promised Sali, Salifou that I would root for the Titans...


haha cheers mate

im stunned! without our best player we put in our best performance of the season. Jones came in for hainesworth and was superb, showing the weakness in the steelers offensive line, absolutely brilliant! Collins had a solid game, and some risky 4th down calls paid off, 4 turnovers to none and the 4th quarter comeback from the steelers never happened.
Shocked me, who knows how far we can go?
Backing the steelers for you now pmarachi, one of my best mates is an eagles fan as well, chargers beating the buccs is massive for you! looks like you might come into the playoffs on fire!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 22, 2008, 12:29:55 AM
ah gutted for you pmarchi! never really got going
not over yet i guess, but need raiders to beat buccs
raiders were quite impressive today though to beat in form texans
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on December 22, 2008, 12:54:14 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
ah gutted for you pmarchi! never really got going
not over yet i guess, but need raiders to beat buccs
raiders were quite impressive today though to beat in form texans


Yea not sure where they got that from...something to cheer at last...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 22, 2008, 11:33:33 AM
it's a shame the eagles didn't want to make the playoffs, or cath the ball yesterday...

bastards.

When I was a kid, I loved Warren Moon, and had his Oilers jersey, so I am rooting for the titans.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 22, 2008, 12:26:56 PM
Yer DeSean really should have held that one in the 4th, could have all been different
and suddenly the bears are in with a shout
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 22, 2008, 12:52:36 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Yer DeSean really should have held that one in the 4th, could have all been different
and suddenly the bears are in with a shout


Please God let us beat the Packers - a lot depends on how strong a side the Giants put out against the Vikings.

Thought the Titans would lose that game, I was shocked by the scoreline
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 22, 2008, 12:58:04 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Yer DeSean really should have held that one in the 4th, could have all been different
and suddenly the bears are in with a shout


Please God let us beat the Packers - a lot depends on how strong a side the Giants put out against the Vikings.

Thought the Titans would lose that game, I was shocked by the scoreline


I was shocked as well! Especially without hainsworth
two wins though and you're in with a wildcard shout from nowhere
going to be an intriging last sunday, rooting for you guys, really like the look of Forte.
Chargers have come from nowhere as well, broncos trying to give it away
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 23, 2008, 11:06:15 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"


Please God let us beat the Packers -[/quote]

I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT GAME LAST NIGHT?!?!?!?!

THE ONE TIME I NEED THE PACKERS TO WIN!!!!

WTF!!!!!

as much as I wanted/needed the packers to win, I can't lie and say it wasn't a GREAT watch.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on December 23, 2008, 12:59:19 PM
Looks like Randy might have to give The Browns' General Manager the boot - losing streak of 5 and no offensive touchdowns for 2 games - useless.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 23, 2008, 01:05:45 PM
I stayed up until 5am watching us somehow beat the Packers. Got up for work at 7.15am!  :smt015

Can see us beating the Texans and the Vikings beating the Giants. Then we'd have to hope for a Wildcard spot (unlikely).
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 24, 2008, 01:49:40 AM
DA BEARS!!! Roll on next Sunday now come on you Bears, Giants, Raiders and Eagles let's get Chicago back in the playoffs where we (don't) belong!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 24, 2008, 02:33:03 AM
Quote from: "Yeltzer"
Looks like Randy might have to give The Browns' General Manager the boot - losing streak of 5 and no offensive touchdowns for 2 games - useless.


Looks like Randy needs to sell that team...

They have actually gotten worse over the last year.  What a shame...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2008, 08:55:21 AM
Romeo Crenell looks resigned to his fate, never seems to care when you see him at games. They're talking about getting that bloke who was with the Steelers. Forget his name, but he has an enormous jaw.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 24, 2008, 05:28:41 PM
That Chicago game was a cracker!

Anyway, here's hoping Tony Romo and his fellow circus acts somehow gel together as a team and give the Eagles a whipping on their patch!  [-o<

With the Cowboys "December record" I won't hold my breath though!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 24, 2008, 06:53:16 PM
Quote from: "CT"
That Chicago game was a cracker!

Anyway, here's hoping Tony Romo and his fellow circus acts somehow gel together as a team and give the Eagles a whipping on their patch!  [-o<

With the Cowboys "December record" I won't hold my breath though!




Tony Romo is the new Brett Favre, everyone seems to love him, but he just isn't that good...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 26, 2008, 03:57:14 PM
I wouldn't say everyone loves Romo.

What I would say is he's still actually a relative newcomer in terms of NFL starts but often his stats, esp at this time of the season, don't look so good. Trouble is, when you get a contract like he got, people want instant results.

Sometimes against the pass rush the Cowboys D have been like statues - the Ravens game being a case in point where he got a battering.

The Eagles game is huge for him. Playing in a stadium full of fans who want the Cowboys to fail more than most and trying to keep the circus ship afloat at the same time. Not easy. I'd take a scrappy win right now!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 26, 2008, 11:21:14 PM
Romo is on a team that has not won a playoff game in 12 years.

He is a newcomer, but he is almost considered a "savior" of sorts.

He is slightly better than mediocore at best, much like Brett Favre, and the media LOVE him just like they love Brett Favre.

Even if they beat the Eagles, and do well in the playoffs (which I doubt they will), it won't be because of Romo, it will probably be more or less in spite of Tony Romo...

I like the guy, he seems like a good guy.  Takes homeless guys to the movies, changes peoples tires on the highway... etc etc etc...

But I can't get the image of him dropping snaps in the endzone out of my head...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 29, 2008, 12:38:42 AM
Wow
Eagles
WOW
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 29, 2008, 09:40:25 AM
I still cant believe it.

It's 4:30 am here and I can't sleep at all...

I am TOO excited still.

First Oakland Wins (stipulation #1)

Then the texans actually win (stipulation #2)

Then the eagles dont just win, but KILL the Tony Romo and the cowboys

WOW



Romo=Favre

you heard it here first...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 29, 2008, 10:49:29 AM
I am still in disbelief.
Still haven't slept...

that win may be my number 2 sports moment of the year.

1)Villa: Young's 2nd goal against Everton
2)Eagles:  KILLING THE COWBOYS
3)Eagles: Beating the giants
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 29, 2008, 01:04:02 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I still cant believe it.

It's 4:30 am here and I can't sleep at all...

I am TOO excited still.

First Oakland Wins (stipulation #1)

Then the texans actually win (stipulation #2)

Then the eagles dont just win, but KILL the Tony Romo and the cowboys

WOW



Romo=Favre

you heard it here first...


grumble grumble - there's always next year, we didn't want to make the play-offs and wanted a better draft pick, grumble grumble  ](*,)

I don't want the Colts, Dolphins or the Vikings to win. Glad that the Cowboys and the Patriots didn't make it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 29, 2008, 08:15:19 PM
The Eagles didn't "kill" anybody - I think you'll find the Cowboys managed to kill themselves quite easily.

A team of old age pensioners with various joint problems would have put 44 points on that sorry excuse for a team.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 29, 2008, 09:53:02 PM
Quote from: "CT"
The Eagles didn't "kill" anybody -


yes they did.  They killed the cowboys.  They beat up Romo all day, and every time Owens was about to get the ball he heard footsteps.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 05, 2009, 10:45:34 AM
Chargers-immense
Ravens-awesome DE
Cardinals-average, up against a below par falcons
Eagles-good de, not great on offense



thats the weekend done

Chargers for the superbowl?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 05, 2009, 11:50:53 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Chargers-immense
Ravens-awesome DE
Cardinals-average, up against a below par falcons
Eagles-good de, not great on offense



thats the weekend done

Chargers for the superbowl?


anything is possible, but I doubt that the chargers can make the big dance.

I would say TN or Pitt from the AFC

and the EAGLES in the NFC!!!


(no, seriously, I would say Pitt vs. the Giants, Giants by 6)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 05, 2009, 12:36:40 PM
Interesting that for the whole season the NFC has been seen as stronger but for me the AFC looks a lot better for me now.
4 teams with genuine superbowl chances I reckon. Even with a rookie QB, the ravens look to have a defense good enough for a shout.
Nice to see the Colts and peyton put in their place on saturday, and that was without LT.

Im gonna say Giants, chargers, giants by 4
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 05, 2009, 01:17:28 PM
It's going to be an all PA Superbowl - you read it hee first!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 06, 2009, 11:44:32 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Interesting that for the whole season the NFC has been seen as stronger but for me the AFC looks a lot better for me now.
4 teams with genuine superbowl chances I reckon. Even with a rookie QB, the ravens look to have a defense good enough for a shout.
Nice to see the Colts and peyton put in their place on saturday, and that was without LT.

Im gonna say Giants, chargers, giants by 4


not a bad call, Rivers looks REALLY good all of a sudden, and I think it would be cool to see him beat up Eli Manning.  

That would mean that manning, Roe3thlensburgzzer and Rivers all won Superbowls.



(But I am still hoping the eagles win...)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 07, 2009, 11:24:28 AM
Looks like the Browns are about to sign that Jet's hot mess...

Hopefully Mangini will be better for Clevo than he was for New Jersey...





(I doubt it though, the guy coached an all star team this year)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 09, 2009, 11:58:38 AM
Predictions for the weekend then guys?
Hate to say it but i see ravens beating the titans.
Chargers to beat steelers
eagles to beat Giants
Panthers to absolutely batter the cardinals
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2009, 12:17:30 PM
Just a reminder that the NFL Wembley tix are on sale today.

Predictions

Ed & Ray over the Oilers
Steelers over Bolts
Eagles over Manning Jr.
Oh Carolina over the Chicago>St Louis>Phoenix>Arizona Cardinals

And congrats to Tim Tebow and the Florida Gators, your BCS National Champions
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 09, 2009, 12:21:53 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"

And congrats to Tim Tebow and the Florida Gators, your BCS National Champions


not MY bcs champions...

They never played Utah...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 09, 2009, 12:29:23 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Predictions for the weekend then guys?


I am going to go with the Titans over the Ravens.  I don't think Flacco is going to duplicate his last week performance, and I love Ed Reed and everything, but I do think it's funny that ESPN suddenly loves the guy. Titans

I hope the cardinals beat the Panthers, but with no Boldin, I don't think I see that happening. Panthers

I think the steelers win.  I wouldn't get too hyped up over Ben's concussion, but on the flip side, Rivers is HOT right now... This may be a pick.

And the big game.  I think the giants are the better team, but Plax, AKA the thorn in the eagles side is not playing, and although Jacobs is good, he is not an every down back.  On the other hand, McNabb is playing for his career (which I don't agree with, since I love the guy, but fact is fact), ad Westbrook is a giant killer, who despite seeing the giants twice a year they still don't have an answer for him.  I don't believe in Eli Manning, which is to say he is a good quarterback in a system that works well for him and works well for Jacobs. I could go with the giants as the easy pick, but I can't think my team is gona lose. Eagles.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2009, 12:50:37 PM
I managed to get a ticket for the Steelers Chargers game!!  Really can't wait - even though the weather forecast is 20F, with snow showers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 09, 2009, 12:53:32 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Just a reminder that the NFL Wembley tix are on sale today.



Only the club seats today, over hundred quid a pop
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 09, 2009, 12:54:47 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Predictions for the weekend then guys?


I am going to go with the Titans over the Ravens.  I don't think Flacco is going to duplicate his last week performance, and I love Ed Reed and everything, but I do think it's funny that ESPN suddenly loves the guy. Titans



Its going to be utterly brutal
Low scoring, plenty of turnovers
I cant wait!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 09, 2009, 12:59:28 PM
Quote from: "usav"
I managed to get a ticket for the Steelers Chargers game!!  Really can't wait - even though the weather forecast is 20F, with snow showers.


NICE!

I was thinking about going to new jersey and trying to scalp a ticket to the eagles giants game, but I don't now if it is worth sitting in the Wind Bowl.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2009, 01:03:07 PM
Funny thing is, before I was offered the ticket I really didn't think the Steelers would win the game, now I have the ticket I'm just glad I have the chance to experience it.  A lot of people here are worried about this one.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 09, 2009, 02:03:52 PM
Quote from: "usav"
even though the weather forecast is 20F, with snow showers.


too bad the Super Bowl won't ever be played in those conditions anymore - those old films were the best.....

have a great time.....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 09, 2009, 03:02:48 PM
Quote from: "usav"
I managed to get a ticket for the Steelers Chargers game!!  Really can't wait - even though the weather forecast is 20F, with snow showers.


Gonna be an awesome game.
Best of the weekend for me.
Enjoy it buddy









Go chargers  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2009, 08:36:23 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Just a reminder that the NFL Wembley tix are on sale today.



Only the club seats today, over hundred quid a pop


Yah tight b'stard.

Ł150 for an NFL game is a pittance.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 09, 2009, 08:55:31 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Just a reminder that the NFL Wembley tix are on sale today.



Only the club seats today, over hundred quid a pop


Yah tight b'stard.

Ł150 for an NFL game is a pittance.


I'm a student  :smt002
and some tickets are around fifty quid
that'll do
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 09, 2009, 11:13:50 PM
so you guys get one NFL game a year, right?
 

Does it sell out?

Whats the reception like over there?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 09, 2009, 11:20:30 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
so you guys get one NFL game a year, right?
 

Does it sell out?

Whats the reception like over there?



Its been really close to a sell out both times
cant say for definite
I went the first year, seemed to go down well enough
not an amazin atmosphere but certainly worth the day out
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2009, 12:26:02 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Predictions for the weekend then guys?


I am going to go with the Titans over the Ravens.  I don't think Flacco is going to duplicate his last week performance, and I love Ed Reed and everything, but I do think it's funny that ESPN suddenly loves the guy. Titans

I hope the cardinals beat the Panthers, but with no Boldin, I don't think I see that happening. Panthers

I think the steelers win.  I wouldn't get too hyped up over Ben's concussion, but on the flip side, Rivers is HOT right now... This may be a pick.

And the big game.  I think the giants are the better team, but Plax, AKA the thorn in the eagles side is not playing, and although Jacobs is good, he is not an every down back.  On the other hand, McNabb is playing for his career (which I don't agree with, since I love the guy, but fact is fact), ad Westbrook is a giant killer, who despite seeing the giants twice a year they still don't have an answer for him.  I don't believe in Eli Manning, which is to say he is a good quarterback in a system that works well for him and works well for Jacobs. I could go with the giants as the easy pick, but I can't think my team is gona lose. Eagles.


As you're a Villa fan, I guess I wish Philadelphia all the best Paul. But is Westbrook fit?? he is your offence. Anyway, good luck.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 10, 2009, 01:39:59 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Predictions for the weekend then guys?


I am going to go with the Titans over the Ravens.  I don't think Flacco is going to duplicate his last week performance, and I love Ed Reed and everything, but I do think it's funny that ESPN suddenly loves the guy. Titans

I hope the cardinals beat the Panthers, but with no Boldin, I don't think I see that happening. Panthers

I think the steelers win.  I wouldn't get too hyped up over Ben's concussion, but on the flip side, Rivers is HOT right now... This may be a pick.

And the big game.  I think the giants are the better team, but Plax, AKA the thorn in the eagles side is not playing, and although Jacobs is good, he is not an every down back.  On the other hand, McNabb is playing for his career (which I don't agree with, since I love the guy, but fact is fact), ad Westbrook is a giant killer, who despite seeing the giants twice a year they still don't have an answer for him.  I don't believe in Eli Manning, which is to say he is a good quarterback in a system that works well for him and works well for Jacobs. I could go with the giants as the easy pick, but I can't think my team is gona lose. Eagles.


As you're a Villa fan, I guess I wish Philadelphia all the best Paul. But is Westbrook fit?? he is your offence. Anyway, good luck.



hahaha

Don't worry, Westy is fine.  He is ALWAYS listed as questionable.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 10, 2009, 11:59:06 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Predictions for the weekend then guys?


I am going to go with the Titans over the Ravens.  I don't think Flacco is going to duplicate his last week performance, and I love Ed Reed and everything, but I do think it's funny that ESPN suddenly loves the guy. Titans

I hope the cardinals beat the Panthers, but with no Boldin, I don't think I see that happening. Panthers

I think the steelers win.  I wouldn't get too hyped up over Ben's concussion, but on the flip side, Rivers is HOT right now... This may be a pick.

And the big game.  I think the giants are the better team, but Plax, AKA the thorn in the eagles side is not playing, and although Jacobs is good, he is not an every down back.  On the other hand, McNabb is playing for his career (which I don't agree with, since I love the guy, but fact is fact), ad Westbrook is a giant killer, who despite seeing the giants twice a year they still don't have an answer for him.  I don't believe in Eli Manning, which is to say he is a good quarterback in a system that works well for him and works well for Jacobs. I could go with the giants as the easy pick, but I can't think my team is gona lose. Eagles.


As you're a Villa fan, I guess I wish Philadelphia all the best Paul. But is Westbrook fit?? he is your offence. Anyway, good luck.


As a villa and titans fan can i get some support as well???
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: moseleyvillan on January 10, 2009, 10:23:04 PM
Yep,  Sali you can get some support... I'm all over the Titans tonight!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 11, 2009, 01:42:07 AM
Ah dammit!
we had a good run
feel a little bit done by the play clock though if anyone saw that
oh well
could have been comfortable if chris johnson hadnt got injured
he was having a stormer
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 11, 2009, 02:39:53 AM
Baltimore - the team nobody wants to play!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 11, 2009, 02:44:31 PM
WOW

So far my picks have been horrible.

PLEASE god!

If the cardinals can beat the panthers and win 2 playoff games, please let the eagles!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on January 11, 2009, 06:19:58 PM
Come on The Eagles!

I hope they go all the way this year - would make it a great year for Philly.....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on January 11, 2009, 08:49:16 PM
20-11 in the 4th quarter - come on Philly!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 11, 2009, 11:34:27 PM
WOW


It makes it soooooo much better to beat the giants, and every giants fan at the pub wanted to kill us!!!

GREAT DAY!!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Javu on January 12, 2009, 12:26:43 AM
Quote from: "Yeltzer"
Come on The Eagles!

I hope they go all the way this year


I think they'll take it to the limit, one more time.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 12, 2009, 01:50:48 AM
Yeah baby - Go Iggles

http://eagles.fandome.com/video/71168/Eagles-Fight-Song/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 12, 2009, 12:01:00 PM
Quote from: "jkreejoh"
Yeah baby - Go Iggles

http://eagles.fandome.com/video/71168/Eagles-Fight-Song/


amazing!

My voice is so hoarse from screaming this all day yesterday.

There was a TV camera there, I hope I didn't end up on it.  That could be weird..
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2009, 12:24:19 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
so you guys get one NFL game a year, right?
 

Does it sell out?

Whats the reception like over there?



Its been really close to a sell out both times
cant say for definite
I went the first year, seemed to go down well enough
not an amazin atmosphere but certainly worth the day out


I think that the only tix left last year were late returns from the clubs themselves.

Having been to several NFL games stateside I'd say that yes, the Wembley atmosphere was a bit lacking. However, from my experience, NFL games create a totally different atmosphere to soccer matches (ie lacking organised singing / chanting) so you can't really compare it to Villa Park.

I can't believe that there's still a chance that we'll hear........"Your Superbowl Champion Arizona Cardinals" !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 12, 2009, 01:25:57 PM
Go Steelers!!  What an experience that was....tailgaiting in the snow, wearing 12 layers of clothes and getting pissed as a fart.

Feel absolutely dreadful this morning, but it was worth it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on January 12, 2009, 09:46:31 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"

I can't believe that there's still a chance that we'll hear........"Your Superbowl Champion Arizona Cardinals" !!

I have a bit of a dilemma next week. I'm an Eagles fan but back in the early season I put a bet on the Cards (at 25-1) for the Superbowl. At least whoever wins, this year I'll have a team in the final who I REALLY want to win the title!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 12, 2009, 11:24:13 PM
I would only suggest not watching it.

That is why I can never bet on sports, play in a faantasy league or do anything where I may even slightly be tempted to root for someone who is not an eagle.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 15, 2009, 08:37:02 AM
Catching up with "The Fridge" (http://www.mouthpiecesports.com/media/17741)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on January 15, 2009, 01:43:12 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I would only suggest not watching it.

That is why I can never bet on sports, play in a faantasy league or do anything where I may even slightly be tempted to root for someone who is not an eagle.

No, not watching aint an option. When I placed the bet the Eagles weren't looking like they had much chance of even making the play-offs, never mind reaching the championship game! I obviously never envisaged this scenario happening, but I'll be cheering on the big birds on Sunday and if they lose then I'll at least have the consolation of the Cards hopefully winning the Bowl after that.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 15, 2009, 07:20:57 PM
hmmm, the Fridge doesn't look good - unlike the woman interviewing him.

Could be an all Pennsylvania final
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: richard moore on January 15, 2009, 09:00:21 PM
So pleased the Eagles are on the brink again, amazing after the early season poor form. I lived in Philly in the 70s, suburb called Fox Chase and have followed them ever since...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 18, 2009, 01:58:10 PM
E-A-G-L-E-S!

I couldn't sleep last night I am so excited/ nervous!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 18, 2009, 01:58:52 PM
Steve Spags leaving the Giants to Coach the Rams?!?!?!


Of all the open jobs out there, the Rams!?!?!

Really??????
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 18, 2009, 02:09:25 PM
Sweaty bumcheeks time pmarachi??
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 18, 2009, 02:32:52 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Sweaty bumcheeks time pmarachi??


it's snowing out right now, and I have been pacing the house since 5am.

I would have had a drink, but I can't even drin today because my hockey team is playing a big game tonight, and playing hockey drunk doesn't work too well...

I am so nervous.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tucson Villain on January 18, 2009, 02:58:20 PM
Its Cards crazy out here.
Phoenix has always been a Suns town but everybody and their brother has jumped on the Cards bandwagon.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 18, 2009, 03:15:40 PM
Youve got to back the Eagles surely. So solid on defense recently, and a more mixed offensive than the two teams the cards have beaten thus far.
Westbrook scored 4tds against them in the regular season IIRC.
Would love to see the ravens win but im afraid big bastard ben might do it
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on January 18, 2009, 11:38:54 PM
Gutted. Eagles blow it again, but big congrats to the Cards for coming back when they looked dead. And what a game it was!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 18, 2009, 11:56:51 PM
wow
what a game
I was workin, so relying on updates by txt first from my dad, then from my massive eagles fan mate
managed to get round a mates with 4 mins to go, and fair play to both teams.
Eagles coming back from the dead. but then the cards to come back after losing a big lead, phenomenal
Eagles dropped a couple of clutch passes at the end, but from what i gather, its no time to blame
sport eh? fucking helll
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on January 19, 2009, 12:03:44 AM
Great game...great comeback and then a great comeback.

Now for the next one ...another upset ? Surely not..
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 19, 2009, 03:03:19 AM
fookin big ben
i hate the steelers
Guess im supporting Kurt and the Cards in a couple of weeks
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 19, 2009, 09:04:37 AM
Have the Monday after the Superbowl off work. Think I'm supporting the Cards, would be weird if they won. They've always been rubbish.

A day of mourning for Pmarachi
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on January 19, 2009, 11:41:01 AM
Wanted the Eagles to win, but given the Steelers got through I shall be sticking up for Arizona in the 'Bowl.

Go Cards!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 19, 2009, 12:59:17 PM
I feel like a shell of a man...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 19, 2009, 02:51:53 PM
Pittsburgh's going to the Superbowl!!

What a brutal game, defence won out - again.  Should be a good match up against the Arizona offence.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OneIanTaylor on January 19, 2009, 04:40:54 PM
Arizona - Philadelphia was the best game I've seen this season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2009, 08:53:25 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Pittsburgh's going to the Superbowl!!

What a brutal game, defence won out - again.  Should be a good match up against the Arizona offence.


Somehow I doubt that the Steelers will let Larry F. score three TD's in the first half
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 19, 2009, 09:30:22 PM
Quote
Arizona - Philadelphia was the best game I've seen this season


Agreed - and perfect that the Cards won too!  :smt002
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 19, 2009, 09:45:30 PM
I hate football...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 19, 2009, 10:02:03 PM
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Arizona - Philadelphia was the best game I've seen this season.


Chargers colts was pretty good as well
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 20, 2009, 02:18:45 PM
Go Cardinals!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2009, 03:22:13 PM
The next batch of Wembley tickets go on sale Thursday for those that have pre-registered.

General sale begins on Monday
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2009, 10:42:47 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "OneIanTaylor"
Arizona - Philadelphia was the best game I've seen this season.


Chargers colts was pretty good as well


I liked the Bears game where we won against the Packers, but then I may be biased  :-

Go Cardinals
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 20, 2009, 10:45:42 PM
Its a strange superbowl really.
I mean, look at the penultimate week of the regular season.
Titans battered Steelers
Patriots humiliated Cardinals.
Got to fancy steelers though. Dont fancy Fitz to get a lot of room.
Low scoring.
Pomolomu for MVP
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2009, 10:53:29 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Its a strange superbowl really.
I mean, look at the penultimate week of the regular season.
Titans battered Steelers
Patriots humiliated Cardinals.
Got to fancy steelers though. Dont fancy Fitz to get a lot of room.
Low scoring.
Pomolomu for MVP


Personally I think polamalu's a better player  :-

Steelers have to be favourites, Defence wins games.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 20, 2009, 11:09:02 PM
not sure if the news has made it across the pond, but they cancelled the Superbowl this year...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 21, 2009, 01:12:31 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Its a strange superbowl really.
I mean, look at the penultimate week of the regular season.
Titans battered Steelers
Patriots humiliated Cardinals.
Got to fancy steelers though. Dont fancy Fitz to get a lot of room.
Low scoring.
Pomolomu for MVP


Personally I think polamalu's a better player  :-

Steelers have to be favourites, Defence wins games.


Titans didn't batter the Steelers, it was a 3 point game until the last few minutes.  This coming after the Steelers had just beaten Baltimore for the second time and the Cowboys and Patriots before that as part of the hardest schedule ever handed to any team in NFL history.

The Steelers defence is one of the best ever, if the offence fires on the day, they will win - simple as that.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 21, 2009, 09:28:17 AM
Titans were the first team to get 300 points against you.
Won by 17, forced 4 turnovers, compared to 0.
Id say it was fairly compehensive
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2009, 11:55:46 AM
Quote from: usav
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
as part of the hardest schedule ever handed to any team in NFL history.



you know that they get to play the Bengals and the Browns twice every single year...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 21, 2009, 12:47:47 PM
Quote from: pmarachi
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
as part of the hardest schedule ever handed to any team in NFL history.



you know that they get to play the Bengals and the Browns twice every single year...


Outside of the division ;-)  Although the first Cleveland game was tough and really any divisonal game is going to have an extra bite to it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2009, 08:26:44 AM
If any of you still dream of playing in the NFL, here's your chance (http://deadspin.com/5137381/michael-irvin-gets-his-own-reality-show-finally)

This reminds me of when Max Boyce trained with the Dallas Cowboys (http://www.maxboyce.co.uk/PageDisplayGShow.asp?siteid=max&Category=2&PageID=128&CatType=Dallas)

I can still remember the start of one of his poems from the TV programme....

"This is the tale of Too Tall Jones, he likes the sound of cracking bones............." (or something close to those words)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 23, 2009, 11:33:35 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
If any of you still dream of playing in the NFL, here's your chance (http://deadspin.com/5137381/michael-irvin-gets-his-own-reality-show-finally)

This reminds me of when Max Boyce trained with the Dallas Cowboys (http://www.maxboyce.co.uk/PageDisplayGShow.asp?siteid=max&Category=2&PageID=128&CatType=Dallas)

I can still remember the start of one of his poems from the TV programme....

"This is the tale of Too Tall Jones, he likes the sound of cracking bones............." (or something close to those words)


Maybe if Jerry Jones didn't treat the team lie a joke, the players might actually care..

But hey, invite HBO, ABC and ESPN into the locker room.  The more distractions the better!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on January 24, 2009, 03:28:59 PM
Anyone buy tickets to the Patriots/Bucs game at Wembley?

They went on sale Thursday, but managed to easily pick up 3 tickets in block 544 this morning. Ł55 each.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2009, 05:00:30 PM
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"
Anyone buy tickets to the Patriots/Bucs game at Wembley?

They went on sale Thursday, but managed to easily pick up 3 tickets in block 544 this morning. Ł55 each.



Yep, but I'm in the posh seats
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on January 24, 2009, 05:02:31 PM
I think the team in red will win 42-12
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 30, 2009, 10:46:07 AM
Superbowl's on Sunday

Here's one advert that you won't see during the game (http://www.peta.org/content/standalone/VeggieLove/Default.aspx)

Also, I can't understand why the "LFL" (http://www.lingeriebowl.com/) doesn't get equal coverage
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 30, 2009, 10:49:42 AM
Whats everyone's call for the big game then?
I'm going steelers by 10, unfortunately
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 30, 2009, 12:01:56 PM
I'm hoping for a Steelers victory.

I have a "Roethlisberger" jersey that I bought at Heinz Field before he'd even played a game. (I might wear it to the Wigan game. So if you see a bald bloke in a "Big Ben" top, it may be me).

Also I dislike Kurt "Holier that thou" Warner and his weird wife. This not only due to their general bible-bashing but also because of their specific campaigning against stem-cell research.

Larry Fitzgerald Jr is good though
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 30, 2009, 12:59:58 PM
Hoping the Cardinals win, as they've been around for so long and always been rubbish. It would be a huge shock.

Think the Steelers will win comfortably though.

Monday off work  \:D/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 30, 2009, 01:13:17 PM
Excellent article by Brian Moore in yesterday's Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/americanfootball/4375119/Why-Ill-be-staying-up-to-watch-the-Super-Bowl.html)

The sight of Joe Theismann's leg breaking is an image that I'll never forget either
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 31, 2009, 12:03:46 AM
So put a couple of bets on for the game, 5/1-cardinals by 1-6.
13/2-willie parker 1st TD
anyone else got anything on it?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 31, 2009, 11:28:43 AM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
So put a couple of bets on for the game, 5/1-cardinals by 1-6.
13/2-willie parker 1st TD
anyone else got anything on it?


tails.

The coint toss, Tails.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 31, 2009, 11:51:11 AM
I assume you can't get very good odds on the Steelers winning
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 01, 2009, 08:47:16 PM
I thought this was pretty damn funny...


http://withleather.uproxx.com/?p=14392
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2009, 09:18:01 PM
"Withleather" is a good blog. Deadspin regularly link to their articles

BTW - did you know that "blog"  isn't contained in Firefox's automatic spellchecker. Seems strange
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2009, 10:38:52 AM
Wow, what a finish.

I had a horrible feeling that Warner was going to win another, but what a time for Big Ben to throw his only TD of the day.

I was glad to see that they game the MVP to Santonio Holmes but the key play for me was James Harrision's 100 yard interception return for a TD. In effect a 14 point turnover.

Normally I watch the game by fast forwarding all the gaps between the plays. However, with Al & John doing the commentary, I just skipped the adverts and Sky studio segments.

I even watched the Half-Time show. The Boss was good and it was great to see Steven "Silvio" Van Zandt doing his real job.

Also, Brenda Warner might be weird but she's certainly improved with age (well, with a makeover and some hair dye at least)

Before (http://www.rivalfish.com/rivalroom/uploaded_images/Kurt-Warner-717837.bmp)

Now (http://multimedia.premierespeakers.com/speaker/web/10823.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 02, 2009, 10:58:53 AM
Why did Pittsburgh have to win?

Did nobody tell them that they were the baddies?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 02, 2009, 04:33:13 PM
Pretty good Superbowl.

Now the Steelers can sing "6 times we've won it no one else can catch us up".
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2009, 06:51:50 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Why did Pittsburgh have to win?

Did nobody tell them that they were the baddies?


Warner was the baddie as far as I was concerned (see my earlier post)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tucson Villain on February 02, 2009, 10:44:23 PM
And in Tucson we got porn :

Tucson Citizen
Comcast has determined that a brief porn clip aired to local Super Bowl viewers Sunday night was "an isolated malicious act," a spokeswoman said Monday.

Comcast officials, however, did not reveal how the porn clip was shown.

Right after wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald scored a dramatic touchdown for the Arizona Cardinals, Comcast cable TV customers watching the analog channel saw a 30-second porn clip, Kelle Maslyn said.

"We apologize and certainly feel bad that this went on," she said, adding "we're letting customers know that we're mortified this happened."

The initial investigation suggested it was an isolated act because Comcast's systems were working properly otherwise, Maslyn said.

But the porn clip "everyone is rightfully upset about" was not the only one that sneaked in during the game, she said. An earlier clip showed about 10 seconds of end credits for Club Jenna, an adult pay-per-view channel.

The second clip, which showed full-frontal male nudity, was from ppv Shorteez, she said.

The game interruption did not appear on Comcast's high-definition channel, Maslyn said.

"We were, like, in shock," said Cardinals fan Alice Soto, 53, who was watching the game with her 11-year-old daughter and 80-year-old mother.

She said the clip was of a man and woman on a sofa. The man unzipped his pants, revealing his genitals.

Comcast spokeswoman Tracy Baumgartner confirmed in an Associated Press report that the company's standard feed was interrupted during the Super Bowl.

Though the Cardinals scored 16 points in the fourth quarter, the Pittsburgh Steelers won, 27-23.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 03, 2009, 12:10:35 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Pretty good Superbowl.

Now the Steelers can sing "6 times we've won it no one else can catch us up".


If you sang a song at a football game, you would probably get a beer poured on your head!

haha
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2009, 08:51:57 AM
Quote from: "Tucson Villain"
And in Tucson we got porn :


An here's the lady involved (clothed)

Tristan Kingsley (http://deadspin.com/5145699/meet-tristan-kingsley-the-super-bowl-porn-gir)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 02, 2009, 12:18:39 PM
Brain Dawkins signs with the Broncos.

This is truly a sad day for Eagles fans.

No more Buckhalter, which sucks, but not so bad...

But then Denver gets ANOTHER one of ours in Dawkins, the Captain of the offense, the fan favorite, man of steel...

I felt like crying all day yesterday.

In other news, the Browns get rid of Winslow, Matt Cassel and Vrabel go to KC for a bag of chalk and a roll of tape...

Any thoughts?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 02, 2009, 12:57:38 PM
The Bears need a Wide Receiver. A Quarter-Back would be nice too.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 02, 2009, 01:43:59 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
The Bears need a Wide Receiver. A Quarter-Back would be nice too.


Greedy!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 03, 2009, 01:55:57 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"

In other news, the Browns get rid of Winslow, Matt Cassel and Vrabel go to KC for a bag of chalk and a roll of tape...

Any thoughts?


Seems a bit dodgy to me. Billy B's mate takes charge of the Chiefs and then the Patriots trade them a franchise QB and defensive team leader.

Surely there were other teams that would have offered the Pats a better deal than just a second round pick ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on March 03, 2009, 02:12:03 PM
You lost dawkins, we lost Hainesworth
Bad times all round
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 08, 2009, 02:51:32 AM
TO is on his way, but where?

LT could be on the move too.

Free agency is getting interesting.

Would be more interesting if the bloody Bears ever signed anyone! (I am growing suspicious of their owner, I think I've seen him somewhere before, he goes by the name of Mr Henry D. Ellishauser III and keeps going on about how he invented the Quarter Back Sneak).

Anyway, where do you reckon TO (Tosspot Oblivious) will end up?

I will go for... the Giants. Unless Burress stays, then Redskins.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 08, 2009, 01:39:26 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
TO is on his way, but where?


The Bills!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 08, 2009, 01:59:23 PM
TO is a great player to pick up if you are the Titans or another team on the Superbowl bubble.

He is the final puzzle piece.

BUT

You don't pick up the guy for a year when you are not a superbowl contender anyway.

If you are at the bubble, he will put you over it.  But the Bills aren't on the bubble...

So why?







(As an Eagle fan, I would have totally taken him back for one year!!! hahahahaha)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 08, 2009, 02:59:12 PM
Well that didn't take long did it?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on March 08, 2009, 03:58:33 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
TO is a great player to pick up if you are the Titans or another team on the Superbowl bubble.

He is the final puzzle piece.


Titans would have never taken him, we're not a big name team. thought the redskins might have gone in for him. Not sure what he'll do at the bills to be honest
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 08, 2009, 04:07:30 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
TO is a great player to pick up if you are the Titans or another team on the Superbowl bubble.

He is the final puzzle piece.


Titans would have never taken him, we're not a big name team. thought the redskins might have gone in for him. Not sure what he'll do at the bills to be honest


Play really well but then salg off all of his team-mates for not passing to him on every down? Maybe he can then pen another autobiography....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 08, 2009, 06:28:53 PM
As much as I hate TO, and I hate him, the guy is good.

Actually he is better than good.

He will improve the Bills, but I just don't think it's enough.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on March 08, 2009, 06:34:50 PM
Will be interesting to see how his game and ego go with a more low key QB. Both Romo and McNabb are big names and (less so with Romo) big talents
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 08, 2009, 06:45:24 PM
It'll all end in tears...

&feature=related
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 14, 2009, 01:09:54 PM
Yet another attempt to set up a rival to the NFL.

What chance does the UFL (http://www.ufl-football.com/home) have?

The trouble is that as long as organizations such as the NFL and MLB have anti-trust exemptions, they're always at an advantage when someone takes them on.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 14, 2009, 01:59:20 PM
I saw this!!

They play 6 games and it's 4 teams?
Also, it's during the NFL season?!?!?

I just don't get why they bother.

No one is going to wacth this.

If they wanted to give this thing a fighting chance, they needed to make it during the summer or spring or something.  

Summer would be best as there is only baseball.

(I wouldn't watch it anyway, but still)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on March 14, 2009, 02:01:55 PM
Where do they get the players?
Is it just NFL drop outs?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 14, 2009, 03:48:38 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Where do they get the players?
Is it just NFL drop outs?


They are trying to get Michael Vick actually...

But yeah, I am not sure.  I would assume it's guys who never made it to the NFL.  Maybe guys who want that second look...


I guess the games would be on during weekdays.  The thing is, in America, Football is huge.
There are places in the states, especially the south where highschool football is more important than the NFL.

I think there is already enough football that they don't really need a second league.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on March 14, 2009, 03:56:51 PM
I was going to say. Surely College football is big enough that it a)almost rivals the NFL itself, and b) would mean there can't be much of a market for another league?
Michael Vick returning would be, erm, interesting. Surely his presence would say it all?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 14, 2009, 04:03:57 PM
The UFL sounds like shite but they should bring back the NFL Europe, and maybe have an NFL North America featuring Canadian and Mexican teams plus teams from American markets that don't have a team. The top teams from each could then compete in the end-of-season play-offs.

Obviously, the league would operate during the summer and would give a chance to some of the NFL teams' squad players to pick up some match practice, like NFL Europe used to.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 15, 2009, 11:47:36 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
The UFL sounds like shite but they should bring back the NFL Europe, and maybe have an NFL North America featuring Canadian and Mexican teams plus teams from American markets that don't have a team. The top teams from each could then compete in the end-of-season play-offs.

Obviously, the league would operate during the summer and would give a chance to some of the NFL teams' squad players to pick up some match practice, like NFL Europe used to.


That's how NFL Europe started out in 1991 (as the "World League of American Football").

The original teams were:-

Quote
   * North American West: Birmingham Fire, Sacramento Surge, San Antonio Riders

    * North American East: Montreal Machine, New York/New Jersey Knights, Orlando Thunder, Raleigh-Durham Skyhawks (replaced by Ohio Glory in 1992)

    * European: Barcelona Dragons, Frankfurt Galaxy, London Monarchs


The 1995 relaunch saw it switch to an all-Europe format.

NFL Europe was a NFL backed league that didn't clash with the main NFL season, yet it still failed.

Also, did you see that the Arena League has canceled its 2009 season.

The USFL was a pretty good attempt at taking on the NFL. They even signed some pretty good players away from the NFL (eg Jim Kelly, Steve Young, Doug Flutie & Reggie White).

I say bring back the XFL.............

(http://www.bohemiancinema.com/assets/images/journal/xfl_hehateme.jpg)

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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 26, 2009, 06:17:55 PM
The NFL is considering increasing the number of regular-season games to either 17 or 18.

18 seems logical enough, each team gets an extra home game and an extra away game.

However, they are also considering the option of a 17 game season with each team playing one game on a neutral venue.

I'm not sure this would work.

Selling out Wembley once a season in easy enough. Selling out, say, four stadia in Mexico, four in Britain four in Germany and four elsewhere would be quite difficult. I can't imagine the Bills would be too happy if they started playing other teams' games in Canada.

The 18 games option seems the most sensible to me. Drop two pre-season games. Pre-season is lame.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 27, 2009, 08:15:25 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"


However, they are also considering the option of a 17 game season with each team playing one game on a neutral venue.


You won't see many "No to Game 17" banners

Adding two regular season games and dropping two pre-season make perfect sense.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 27, 2009, 11:27:49 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"


However, they are also considering the option of a 17 game season with each team playing one game on a neutral venue.


You won't see many "No to Game 17" banners

Adding two regular season games and dropping two pre-season make perfect sense.


except from the players union who is representing players paid for 16 games.

how do they change the contracts now?

I for one think 16 is long enough for a few reasons
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 27, 2009, 08:56:44 PM
But don't the players already get paid for playing pre-season? Reducing pre-season by two and increasing regular-season by the same amount wouldn't be a problem, would it?

The 17 game option does seem silly. Unless we get Da Bears or the Brians at Villa Park, then I will change my mind!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 27, 2009, 10:48:23 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
But don't the players already get paid for playing pre-season? Reducing pre-season by two and increasing regular-season by the same amount wouldn't be a problem, would it?

The 17 game option does seem silly. Unless we get Da Bears or the Brians at Villa Park, then I will change my mind!



You would think so, but the star players, the ones with the pull who actually pay the players union salary don't play those games (preseason games).

Regardless, it's extra work.  A pre-season game isn't a real game.  Everyone plays a few snaps, maybe a quarter.  The rookies need it and the practice squad guys need it to make the team.

You cut that game, you risk making an improper decision somewhere at depth.

You add an extra game, the big contract guys are gonna want to get paid more.

I think 16 is more than fine.  That's 17 weeks, plus playoffs.  You do well, you are playing 20 weeks anyway.  Add it to a 6 year career, you got 6 extra games.  A big contract superstar? 10 years? That's 10 extra games.  Almost half a season extra.  That's a long time considering these guys actually die earlier than non-football players (I am being dead serious).  Most of these guys can't even walk up a flight of stairs when they are 40.  

Why does it need to be more?  The only "pro" to the situation is that the NFL gets the chance to keep the season moving and make more money.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 27, 2009, 11:51:20 PM
I take your point but I would see it as quite a big pro to get to see two extra weeks of proper action.

With regards the injuries, each team should have two bye-weeks per season, that would give them extra time to recuperate.

They could just have a week off for all the teams before Thanksgiving so no team has to play Sunday (or even Monday), then Thursday.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 28, 2009, 12:44:42 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
I take your point but I would see it as quite a big pro to get to see two extra weeks of proper action.

With regards the injuries, each team should have two bye-weeks per season, that would give them extra time to recuperate.

They could just have a week off for all the teams before Thanksgiving so no team has to play Sunday (or even Monday), then Thursday.


The long term goal of the NFL is to eventually have an NFL game every single day of the week. They now have 2 Saturday games and about 5 Thursday games.  Just three years ago it was just Sunday and the one special game on Monday night.  I personally am not a fan.  One of the reasons I watch football is because it's all on Sunday and Monday.  Easy to watch.

So in the next 5 or so years that weird midweek thanksgiving scedule will be the norm.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 28, 2009, 01:01:42 PM
Selfishly, I would rather they played one Friday night game, Saturdays and Sundays. That way I could stay up late and watch.

The Superbowl should definitely be on a Saturday, as should the World Cup Final. A global event should be watched by as many people as possible.

Anyway, back on-topic, should/will da Bears sign Cutler?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 28, 2009, 01:21:10 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Selfishly, I would rather they played one Friday night game, Saturdays and Sundays. That way I could stay up late and watch.

The Superbowl should definitely be on a Saturday, as should the World Cup Final. A global event should be watched by as many people as possible.

Anyway, back on-topic, should/will da Bears sign Cutler?


I wouldn't want football on a Friday, but I do agree that the Superbowl and all major sporting events should be on a Saturday.  It's not 1945 anymore and it's not like everyone is off on Sunday's anymore.

As for Cutler?  The Broncos didn't re-vamp the whole team around him to let one of the best QB's in the game walk out the door.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 03, 2009, 08:02:07 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"


Anyway, back on-topic, should/will da Bears sign Cutler?


They have done just that (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4037373)

......... for Kyle Oarton and a few draft picks.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 03, 2009, 09:05:03 AM
Good God - I never thought I'd see the day when Da Bears had a Quarter-Back who can throw the ball!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 03, 2009, 09:43:02 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Good God - I never thought I'd see the day when Da Bears had a Quarter-Back who can throw the ball!!


yeah, wow!

Who would have thought he would end up on the Bears!!!

Now hopefully he can really prove he is better than his 17-20 record!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 03, 2009, 12:52:25 PM
I think this will be the Detroit Lions' year....

eh hem
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 05, 2009, 12:15:00 PM
If we can get a decent receiver we should actually have a decent offense next season, at least if Orlando Pace and Chris Williams stay fit.
We need work at defensive lineman, safety and corner though. We gave up too many big plays last year. I still have nightmares about the Atlanta game.
Still, we should be capable of winning the NFC North against the Favre-less Packers and the World Flatter to Deceive Champion Vikings. Yes, I am writing off the Lions!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 17, 2009, 10:14:07 PM
Hmmm... I am trying to work out how to do images let's see if this works...

(http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt255/cdvillafan/cutler.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 17, 2009, 10:14:22 PM
Tada!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 18, 2009, 09:39:28 AM
Neil's put some weight on.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 18, 2009, 02:15:21 PM
Eagles sign Jason Peters!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 20, 2009, 01:12:16 PM
John Madden has announced his retirement (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/30247762/)

Farewell to the "Madden Cruiser" as well
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 20, 2009, 02:04:12 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
John Madden has announced his retirement (http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/30247762/)

Farewell to the "Madden Cruiser" as well


Owwwww, he and Al Michaels are my favourite commentators.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 21, 2009, 09:07:47 PM
Its the NFL Draft (http://www.nfl.com/draft/2009) this weekend.

Who do you think will go Number 1 ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 21, 2009, 11:34:59 PM
Paddy Power have Stafford at 1/6 to go first so I imagine him.

http://www.oddschecker.com/american-football/nfl-specials/2009-nfl-draft

I am always more interested in which players will fall off the radar, expecting a top-five pick then still sat around when the 20th pick is made. Poor old Brady Quinn was losing hundreds of thousands of dollars with every pick a few years back.

Very little interest in it from Da Bears' POV this time, we traded all our picks!

Still, it shouldn't be too difficult to find a decent WR in the second round. We got Forte in the second round last year.

I expect a back-up QB to be signed in the later rounds too. Either that, or I expect to see Rex back on the Bears bench next season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 22, 2009, 01:04:08 PM
'The Fridge' is in a serious condition:-

http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d80fe76fd&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 22, 2009, 01:59:34 PM
The Fridge was a far better player than he was given credit for.

However, I suspect that he'll never be forgiven in Chicago for having a Superbowl touchdown whilst Walter Payton did not
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 22, 2009, 11:49:14 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
The Fridge was a far better player than he was given credit for.



and a far better dancer...



But my hometown hero, from Bridgeport Connecticut, the 8 foot tall Manute Bol beat him in a celebrity boxing match!

youtube it, it's funny.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 22, 2009, 11:52:28 PM
Good luck Fridge.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 23, 2009, 07:52:33 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"



But my hometown hero, from Bridgeport Connecticut, the 8 foot tall Manute Bol beat him in a celebrity boxing match!

youtube it, it's funny.


Seeing Manute dressed in ice hockey gear was pretty funny as well.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 05:26:38 AM
Whilst having lunch in ESPNZone Chicago today I saw on TV that the NFL are considering holding a Superbowl in London
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 11:42:36 AM
Stupid idea bearing in mind most Americans don't possess passports.

They should move Superbowls to Saturdays though so more people can stay up and watch.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 11:58:25 AM
Would love it if it did, would be a must see.
Anyway, draft weekend!
Who are your team gonna get? Stafford has agreed a deal with the Lions and it looks like Jason Smith, Mark Sanchez and Aaron Curry could all go early.
My Titans look like getting a CB early but I'm hoping we land a WR quite early as well and begin to plug the hole Hainsworth has left.
Will be interesting as always
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 25, 2009, 12:07:35 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Stupid idea bearing in mind most Americans don't possess passports.

They should move Superbowls to Saturdays though so more people can stay up and watch.


no...

Superbowl should stay on Sunday.

I personally would rather not have to go to work the next day, but you got to understand that Superbowl Sunday is a holiday over here.

It's not just for football fans, everyone watches it no matter what.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 12:15:11 PM
But wouldn't they still watch in on a Saturday? And isn't every Sunday a holiday, or is 98% of the American population employed as clergy?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:06:47 PM
Now live from a Hotel room in Chicago it's UK Redsox's NFL draft coverage (would have been live from ESPNZone but my back is giving me agony)


"With the first pick in the 2009 NFL draft, the Detroit Lions select Matthew Stafford (Quaterback, Georgia)."

Well that's his NFL career over.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:08:48 PM
Keyshawn "Meshawn" Johnson is one of ESPN's draft analysts. He's far better at this than he was as a wide receiver
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:09:54 PM
Cant find a good stream on video so relying on NFL site updates
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:15:35 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Cant find a good stream on video so relying on NFL site updates


Hasn't Justin.tv got anything ?

2nd pick - St Louis Rams take Jason Smith (Tackle, Baylor)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:17:20 PM
Couldnt find anything, means I can just keep track while doing other stuff though. First two picks gone as predicted so far then
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:18:39 PM
Main question is will any of the teams needing a QB (eg NY Jets, Denver) trade up to take Sanchez
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:19:26 PM
We'll find out, as if not Seahawks will take him I reckon
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:25:48 PM
Tyson Jackson for Chiefs? Suprised they didnt got for Curry
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:26:10 PM
Pick of Tyson Jackson (DE, LSU) didn't go down well with the Chiefs fans in the crowd at the Draft
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:26:35 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Pick of Tyson Jackson (DE, LSU) didn't go down well with the Chiefs fans in the crowd at the Draft


what happened?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:28:04 PM
Watch out for where BJ Raji ends up. He's from Boston College, so I've been taking an interest in his progress and he's an absolute monster
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:33:10 PM
Curry to Seahawks, so who takes Sanchez?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:33:38 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Pick of Tyson Jackson (DE, LSU) didn't go down well with the Chiefs fans in the crowd at the Draft


what happened?


Loads of "Booing"

Meanwhile Seagulls select Aaron Curry (LB, Wake Forest).

They must be confident that Haselbeck (sp?) will be fit
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:34:41 PM
Cleveland Villa are on the clock
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:37:46 PM
ESPN are saying that if anyone is going to trade up for Mark Sanchez, this is the time it'll hapen.

Randy's other team wanted either Curry or Jackson.

If no trade is made, they might take Raji and just let Sanchez slide
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:39:38 PM
Jets have traded up
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:40:24 PM
Sanchez has put on his jacket and the Jets fans are going wild
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:42:16 PM
It's official Mark Sanchez will be the next QB to fail for the J-E-T-S Jets Jets Jets
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:43:03 PM
And the jets trade up
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:43:26 PM
What have they traded for?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2009, 09:53:47 PM
Jets traded up to take Randy's pick at #5.

Cleveland now have pick 17 in the first round, plus a couple of other picks and some players from the Jets.

Bungles have taken an OT.

I'm off to watch the Toronto Blue Jays @ Chicago White Sox, so its looks like Sali's on his own now.

Al Davis on the clock
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 09:58:02 PM
Raiders take a WR, but not crabtree.......
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 10:11:05 PM
Fudge Packers next up... let's hope he's shite, whoever he is.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 10:15:30 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
It's official Mark Sanchez will be the next QB to fail for the J-E-T-S Jets Jets Jets


Do you reckon he will be a starter this season or one for the future? Unusual for a QB to walk straight into a team... although the Lions are so shit they have little choice, they have just been on the phone to my agent I told them to do one.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 10:16:19 PM
Fudge Packers sign Blow Job Raji. How appropriate.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 25, 2009, 10:19:59 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
It's official Mark Sanchez will be the next QB to fail for the J-E-T-S Jets Jets Jets


Do you reckon he will be a starter this season or one for the future? Unusual for a QB to walk straight into a team... although the Lions are so shit they have little choice, they have just been on the phone to my agent I told them to do one.


Ryan and Flacco did alright last season
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 10:31:19 PM
Ryan was superb against Da Bears... sadly.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 25, 2009, 10:33:29 PM
I never watch the draft.  I think I am like the only male in America who deosn't watch college football.

I never know who any of these guys are (aside from what I hear on the radio).

I know nothing of Mark Sanchez really, but the Jet's gave up a lot for him, and it is a pretty big gamble...

I heard the Eagles are looking at some kid, Knoshaun.  He's a RB and I hear he is sick.

We will see though.

(now back to the Yankees/Sox game)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 10:39:01 PM
Sounds like the Jets gave up almost as much for an unproven college player as Da Bears did for a probowl QB... a pretty big gamble indeed.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 25, 2009, 10:41:14 PM
yeah, but I still have no respect for Cutler.  I hate when players act like cry babies and demand to be traded.

They had worked that team around him and he acted like a baby because the coach didn't say hi to him or some shit...

What a bum.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 25, 2009, 10:42:07 PM
well, looks like the eagles won't be getting Knoshaun Moreno after all...

He went to Denver...

With the eagles other RB!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 25, 2009, 10:46:14 PM
you know what?!?!


Screw Denver!

They took Dawkins from us, They took Buckhalter from us, and now they took the guy we wanted to draft!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2009, 10:53:15 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
yeah, but I still have no respect for Cutler.  I hate when players act like cry babies and demand to be traded.

They had worked that team around him and he acted like a baby because the coach didn't say hi to him or some shit...

What a bum.


Yeah well how would you feel if you were the best guy in your job for a decade and your employer sneaked about behind your back trying to find a replacement? Fuck Denver!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 25, 2009, 11:25:48 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
yeah, but I still have no respect for Cutler.  I hate when players act like cry babies and demand to be traded.

They had worked that team around him and he acted like a baby because the coach didn't say hi to him or some shit...

What a bum.


Yeah well how would you feel if you were the best guy in your job for a decade and your employer sneaked about behind your back trying to find a replacement? Fuck Denver!

Cutler is good, but to say he is the best guy in his job for a decade is laughable.

I wouldn't put him as a top 5 current QB.

Maybe just outside of that, somewhere in the top 10, but he isn't a current top 5.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 25, 2009, 11:26:51 PM
the eagles got a WR, this guy Maclin.

Don't know much more about him than his name, but he is supposed to be pretty good.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 12:00:26 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
yeah, but I still have no respect for Cutler.  I hate when players act like cry babies and demand to be traded.

They had worked that team around him and he acted like a baby because the coach didn't say hi to him or some shit...

What a bum.


Yeah well how would you feel if you were the best guy in your job for a decade and your employer sneaked about behind your back trying to find a replacement? Fuck Denver!

Cutler is good, but to say he is the best guy in his job for a decade is laughable.

I wouldn't put him as a top 5 current QB.

Maybe just outside of that, somewhere in the top 10, but he isn't a current top 5.


I meant the best guy in his job in a decade for Cleveland, ie he's their best QB since Elway... I'm not saying he's a Brady or anything (not yet any way!)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 26, 2009, 12:07:47 AM
Denver?

OK, I will give him that, but I don't think that that is a big deal really.

Here's the thing.  The team is trying to build around you, as the starter.

The new coach had a working relationship with Cassel, and inquired.

Of course he did.  His guy, his protege was on the market.

I have to be honest, I would be shocked if 90% of teams didn't send a text message or an email, or something just to see what the water felt like.

I think Cutler was a baby.  I think he will be good in Chicago, because he is a good player (provided he takes care of his medical conditions), but he may prove to be a headache.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 12:14:29 AM
Fair enough... still think Denver handled it stupidly though... if their new coach hadn't come in giving it the big "who I am" Cutler would probably still be there and most Broncos fans would be far happier.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 01:50:36 AM
Bears trade down! Time for bed me thinks...

EDIT: Just realised I put Cleveland when I meant Denver, d'oh!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 26, 2009, 11:07:04 AM
Is anyone else as confused about the last three pages as I am?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 12:32:48 PM
This might explain things for you Dave...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nfl_draft
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 26, 2009, 12:36:47 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
This might explain things for you Dave...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nfl_draft


I think that's made it worse to be honest!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 12:46:08 PM
Basically, NFL teams don't have youth or reserve matches. Players play at college and are then picked to play in the NFL via the Draft.

In order to maintain balance in the league and prevent the same teams winning every year (like in the Prem) the worst team gets first pick. So this year the Detroit Lions, who lost every game last year, got first pick. Teams then take it in turns to pick according to how badly they did in the previous season with the Superbowl winners picking last.

There are seven rounds (ie every team gets to draft seven players) plus some extra picks ('compensatory picks' for teams who have lost a few players, either due to retirement, trading, being arrested for various offences, etc).

To complicate matters, teams can trade their draft pick. So for example Team A get Team B's back-up running back, Team B get Team A's second and fourth round pick.

You can also trade a higher pick for lower picks - so you might trade a second round pick for one third and one fourth round player. Theoretically, the lower down you pick, the less quality players should be left to choose from so it is a matter of choosing between quality and quantity when deciding whether to "Trade up" or "Trade down" to get a higher draft pick or two or more lower draft picks.

I've confused you even more now haven't I?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 26, 2009, 12:57:42 PM
Titans took a  WR, suprised me
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 01:00:04 PM
He sounds good according to NFL.com

"30. Tennessee Titans - Kenny Britt, WR, Rutgers
The Herculean pass catcher from Rutgers gives Kerry Collins a big target over the middle of the field. Although he suffers from inconsistent hands, Britt has the skills to be a productive playmaker in the Titans' vertical passing game."
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 26, 2009, 01:32:29 PM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
This might explain things for you Dave...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nfl_draft


I think that's made it worse to be honest!


HAHAHA

yeah, it's not as complicated as that article made it sound.

Draft Day is a pretty big deal.

ESPN covers it the entire day, people have Draft Day parties, all the bars show it live.  Some people even go to their stadiums for it.

(keep in mind it is all a big gamble anyway)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 26, 2009, 01:35:57 PM
so, given their position, who did the best yesterday?

Obviously it is early to tell, but if you are a Jet's fan, a Broncos fan, or a Ravens fan you have to be pretty happy.

Check out the life of Michael Oher, pretty good story

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Oher

If you don't find yourself rooting for this guy, something is wrong...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 26, 2009, 02:08:30 PM
Right, I can see (sort of) how it works, I'll ignore the complications of trading your picks, that is way over my head.

One question for now (there may be more):

What if a player does not, in any way, want to go to the team that picks him. If some star quarterback from some college in New York gets picked by the Alabama Lynchers does he have to go and play for them?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 02:22:10 PM
In some cases you can have a stand-off where a player does not want to sign for a team but they sign him any way. This happened with Eli Mannings when the Chargers drafted him. Eventually he winghed and sulked his way to a trade with the Giants.

If a player absolutely refuses to sign with a team that have drafted him and they don't decide to trade him he cannot play for any other team for a year and goes into the next year's draft instead. This virtually never happens though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 26, 2009, 03:46:19 PM
And the 2nd day is never as much fun....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 04:03:23 PM
I didn't realise they'd started again, wasn't it much later yesterday?

We've got a Defensive End, better sign a bloody receiver or I'lll be upset. Cutler can't pass to himself!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 26, 2009, 04:41:59 PM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Right, I can see (sort of) how it works, I'll ignore the complications of trading your picks, that is way over my head.

One question for now (there may be more):

What if a player does not, in any way, want to go to the team that picks him. If some star quarterback from some college in New York gets picked by the Alabama Lynchers does he have to go and play for them?

Also, no one who went to college in New York gets drafted...

HAHA

but seriously, the standoffs are annoying.  They are going to change a lot about the draft next year, such as pay structures etc.

Right now, it is almost not worth it to get the first pick, because you have to spend too much.

There are also Undrafted players who go from camp to camp trying to make a team.  and when they play well, that's really cool.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 26, 2009, 05:11:15 PM
Titans traded up in round 3 and have taken a TE and a CB, fairly happy with our business so far
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2009, 05:13:19 PM
Bears take a WR! Don't know much about him though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 26, 2009, 10:28:21 PM
Titans have taken 2 CBs, an OT, a DT, an RB, and LB a TE and now a 2nd WR, plugging a lot of holes.
Still need more cover for Hainesworth
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 26, 2009, 10:52:52 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Titans have taken 2 CBs, an OT, a DT, an RB, and LB a TE and now a 2nd WR, plugging a lot of holes.
Still need more cover for Hainesworth


Nope, not a word!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 26, 2009, 10:56:46 PM
Thought that might confuse you. Thats 2 corner backs (guys that stand a bit further back tackling guys who catch it or runners who get through, or try to intercept it), an offensive tackle and defensive tackle (big fuckers), a running back (give the ball to him, watch him (attempt to) go), a line backer(a quicker big fucker), a tight end(big fucker who can catch) and 2 wide recievers (quick guys who can catch)
Clear?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on April 26, 2009, 10:58:06 PM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Titans have taken 2 CBs, an OT, a DT, an RB, and LB a TE and now a 2nd WR, plugging a lot of holes.
Still need more cover for Hainesworth


Nope, not a word!


I'll translate for you Dave -

Titans have taken 2 Cry Babies, an Overweight Transexual, a Deep Thought, a Righteous Brother and Left Bollock a Testicle Extra and now a Whinging Rat, plugging lots of holes.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 26, 2009, 11:14:52 PM
A tight end eh??!!
I bet he has.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 26, 2009, 11:24:15 PM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Titans have taken 2 CBs, an OT, a DT, an RB, and LB a TE and now a 2nd WR, plugging a lot of holes.
Still need more cover for Hainesworth


Nope, not a word!


I'll translate for you Dave -

Titans have taken 2 Cry Babies, an Overweight Transexual, a Deep Thought, a Righteous Brother and Left Bollock a Testicle Extra and now a Whinging Rat, plugging lots of holes.


yeah...

This isn't even funny really...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 26, 2009, 11:36:33 PM
eagles made a draft day deal with the patriots for Ellis Hobbs.  This is good because he will fit into the nickel corner slot or just play cornerback and some depth as the 3rd CB.  They just had to give up 2 5th round picks.

So, so far we got a WR, RB, TE, CB, OT, another WR, and an OLB.  Plus Hobbs at the CB position.

With the 2 new WR's, and last years amazing rookie WR Deshaun Jackson, hopefully we get at least one of these two guys to make their way into the 2 or 3 slot in the next two years.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KevinGage on April 27, 2009, 12:06:22 AM
Is George Best the old Ryan Giggs? But Giggsy-wiggsy. Precocious talent, isn't he? Mmm?

Ooh, got it all, you know? Speed, acceleration, sweet left foot, all the tricks - the dummy, the drop of the shoulder, the shimmy, nutmeg, jiggery-pokery, hocus pocus, abracadabra, I wanna reach out and grab ya. Steve Miller Band? Spin Doctors? Ooh, very similar.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 27, 2009, 12:09:40 AM
Pretty pleased with Da Bears picks. Jarron Gilbert sounds shit hot and we have got two wide receievers - one of them's bound to be good!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 27, 2009, 12:16:12 AM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Titans have taken 2 CBs, an OT, a DT, an RB, and LB a TE and now a 2nd WR, plugging a lot of holes.
Still need more cover for Hainesworth


Nope, not a word!


I think Dave wants to get into the NFL really so we should give him all the help we can!

CB = Corner Back. A defensive guy who's not close to the line of scrimmage but is in charge of stopping long throws from finding their intended receiver.

RB = Running back. The bloke you give the ball to in the hope he will steam-roller the defence (defense!) when you don't fancy throwing the ball around.

TE = Tight End. A slightly homo-erotic term for the guy who is supposed to block the opposition defensive players but also act as a talented receiver to catch balls and score touchdowns. A difficult position to play in.

WR = Wide receiever. Easy job. Just catch the Quarter-Backs throws and turn them into touchdowns. Job done.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KevinGage on April 27, 2009, 12:34:48 AM
Quote
TE = Tight End. A slightly homo-erotic term for the guy who is supposed to block the opposition defensive players but also act as a talented receiver to catch balls and score touchdowns. A difficult position to play in.


I bet it is.

Quote
WR = Wide receiever. Easy job.


Take your word for it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 27, 2009, 01:02:19 AM
I dont really think its an easy job I was simplifying slightly for budding NFL fan Mr Cooper! Wide receiver is a difficult enough position unfortunately our own Mr Hester has proved that lately!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 27, 2009, 02:07:20 AM
Dave, what you really want to keep in mind is this.

You are going to hear about Wide Recievers, Quarterbacks, and Runningbacks more than anything.

It is the "sexy" position.  You get all the credit when your team does well, and when your team picks one of these guys, it is a big deal.

The harder to gauge players are the Offensive and Defnesive line.  These guys are essential if you want the QB, the RB, and the WR to be able to do their job.  They rarely get the credit they deserve, but having even a small lack in one of these positions is going to be brutal.

You don't really need to know all of the positions if you want to watch.

Just remember the QB, RB, and WR.

You know that there is an offensive line, and they line up and play against the defensive line.

Man, I can't wait for the NFL season to start!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 27, 2009, 03:06:12 AM
I'll be in Cleveland tomorrow.

I'll pay homage at the Cleveland Villa stadium !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 27, 2009, 12:14:36 PM
It's funny, because on this board we love how great Randy has been for Villa, but in Clevo, they hate him for how horrible he has been for the Browns.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 29, 2009, 05:22:41 AM
I took a walk by the Browns stadium today. The last time I was in Cleveland, the stadium was still under construction.

Its yer bog standard football stadium but still quite impressive. Pics to follow if I can get them resized and uploaded
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on April 29, 2009, 06:55:14 AM
I completely missed the draft...did the Raiders pick up anyone useful? I won't be holding my breath though...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 29, 2009, 09:21:06 AM
Quote from: "avfcpg"
I completely missed the draft...did the Raiders pick up anyone useful? I won't be holding my breath though...



ahahahahahhahahaahahahahahahhahahaahahahahah
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 29, 2009, 08:28:25 PM
Quote from: "avfcpg"
I completely missed the draft...did the Raiders pick up anyone useful? I won't be holding my breath though...


I'm a Raiders fan as well and as for how the draft went for them, you really don't want to know.

Al's boys must be odds-on to have the first pick next time round.

BTW - Mel Kiper was well off with some of his draft picks. The most accurate I saw was a guy in the Chicago Tribune who got the top ten correct including the Raiders picking Darrius Heyward-Bey rather than Michael Crabtree.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on April 29, 2009, 08:29:35 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "avfcpg"
I completely missed the draft...did the Raiders pick up anyone useful? I won't be holding my breath though...


I'm a Raiders fan as well and as for how the draft went for them, you really don't want to know.

Al's boys must be odds-on to have the first pick next time round.

BTW - Mel Kiper was well off with some of his draft picks. The most accurate I saw was a guy in the Chicago Tribune who got the top ten correct including the Raiders picking Darrius Heyward-Bey rather than Michael Crabtree.


I'm not even sure Al Davies expected that
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 29, 2009, 09:04:45 PM
Browns stadium pics are in there own thread

NB - no Villa items on sale in the team store.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 30, 2009, 12:10:02 AM
wow, the raiders...

They really dropped the ball this year...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on May 03, 2009, 07:07:58 PM
Cowboys Roof Collapses...during rookie mini-camp.

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/9528864/Roof-over-Cowboys'-indoor-field-collapses

Sounds like they were lucky to have the majority escape unhurt - especially when you see the aftermath!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 04, 2009, 12:37:04 PM
Shame TO isn't there any more...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 04, 2009, 02:47:36 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Cowboys Roof Collapses...during rookie mini-camp.

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/9528864/Roof-over-Cowboys'-indoor-field-collapses

Sounds like they were lucky to have the majority escape unhurt - especially when you see the aftermath!


I watched the live coverage of the escape and rescue. Quite spectacular.

I see that the structure, whilst having some aluminium support, was held up mainly by hot air. Therefore the absence of T.O. could have been a contributory factor in its collapse !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 05, 2009, 11:15:14 AM
and just for the record, College football in the US is probably more popular than the NFL.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 05, 2009, 12:38:02 PM
ODDS TO WIN SUPER BOWL
* New England Patriots 6/1
* Pittsburgh Steelers 9/1
* New York Giants 10/1
* Indianapolis Colts 12/1
* Dallas Cowboys 14/1
* San Diego Chargers 14/1
* Philadelphia Eagles 16/1
* Tennessee Titans 18/1
* Minnesota Vikings 20/1
* Carolina Panthers 20/1
* Baltimore Ravens 22/1
* Chicago Bears 20/1
* Atlanta Falcons 25/1
* New Orleans Saints 25/1
* Green Bay Packers 30/1
* Jacksonville Jaguars 30/1
* Arizona Cardinals 30/1
* Washington Redskins 30/1
* Tampa Bay Buccaneers 40/1
* Denver Broncos 40/1
* New York Jets 40/1
* Houston Texans 40/1
* Miami Dolphins 45/1
* Buffalo Bills 45/1
* Seattle Seahawks 50/1
* San Francisco 49ers 50/1
* Kansas City Chiefs 60/1
* Cleveland Browns 70/1
* Oakland Raiders 100/1
* Cincinnati Bengals 100/1
* St. Louis Rams 150/1
* Detroit Lions 200/1

ODDS TO WIN NFC
* New York Giants 9/2
* Dallas Cowboys 5/1
* Philadelphia Eagles 13/2
* Carolina Panthers 9/1
* Chicago Bears 9/1
* Minnesota Vikings 10/1
* New Orleans Saints 12/1
* Arizona Cardinals 12/1
* Atlanta Falcons 12/1
* Green Bay Packers 14/1
* Washington Redskins 15/1
* Tampa Bay Buccaneers 18/1
* San Francisco 49ers 25/1
* Seattle Seahawks 25/1
* St. Louis Rams 40/1
* Detroit Lions 100/1

ODDS TO WIN AFC
* New England Patriots 3/1
* Pittsburgh Steelers 9/2
* Indianapolis Colts 11/2
* San Diego Chargers 13/2
* Tennessee Titans 9/1
* Baltimore Ravens 9/1
* Jacksonville Jaguars 16/1
* Denver Broncos 20/1
* Houston Texans 20/1
* New York Jets 20/1
* Buffalo Bills 20/1
* Kansas City Chiefs 25/1
* Miami Dolphins 25/1
* Cleveland Browns 30/1
* Cincinnati Bengals 50/1
* Oakland Raiders 50/1
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 05, 2009, 12:49:05 PM
* Chicago Bears 20/1


Now that we have a Quarter-Back how can we fail?!?!

:-D
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 05, 2009, 06:45:08 PM
We have as good a chance at the start of the season as we've had since Ditka left.

So long as Forte doesn't suffer from 'second season syndrome'.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 06, 2009, 09:12:32 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
* Chicago Bears 20/1


Now that we have a Quarter-Back how can we fail?!?!

:-D


It's gonna be sick or swim time for a certain QB.

For yearseveryone has been saying he was good but on a bad team.  This is make or break for him, because now he is on a good team.

I personally dislike the guy, but I have a feeling he will be good.

At least better than Favre when he is a viking next year (I HATE Favre)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 06, 2009, 09:27:44 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"


I personally dislike the guy, but I have a feeling he will be good.

At least better than Favre when he is a viking next year (I HATE Favre)


According to ESPN Favre and the Vikes will be holding talks this week at an "undisclosed location".
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 06, 2009, 10:33:24 PM
Hmm... who will I hate more Purple Penis Eaters featuring Favre or the Fudge Packers not featuring him?

Decisions, decisions...

Wouldn't particularly mind the Vikes getting a decent QB. It has been Peterson that has been our nemesis in recent years so if they become more pass-oriented it might suit us!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 07, 2009, 01:01:20 AM
I found this funny...

(http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt255/cdvillafan/favredramaqueen.png)

..but also slightly desturbing.

If you find it attractive, it's probably time you stopped drinking and went to bed.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 09, 2009, 02:28:57 AM
so, word on the street is that the Vikings actually didn't want Favre, not the other way around...


(sorry, I was in Philly for work this week and not around to make pointless posts)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 09, 2009, 03:11:29 AM
I heard they are after a younger QB.

Joe Namath was spotted yesterday in Minneapolis...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 11, 2009, 02:36:47 AM
Now he is going to play again after all, if he's fit enough. Make your fucking mind up Brett!

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-total-access/09000d5d81038c78/Brett-Favre-watch
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 15, 2009, 07:29:36 AM
Al Davis and the Raiders welcome their new Quarterback

(http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/deadspin/2009/05/aldavis.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 15, 2009, 07:47:12 PM
The leader of the Evil Empire meets Darth Vader.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 18, 2009, 09:25:02 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
The leader of the Evil Empire meets Darth Vader.


Hey, that's Al Davis in the picture not one of the Steinbrenners !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 19, 2009, 12:12:02 PM
Kornheiser out and Gruden in on Monday Night Football (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4174469)

Great news, not because Tony was bad, but because hopefully it'll mean that he's back on the radio soon.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 20, 2009, 07:55:30 AM
With all the pressure of being the New York Jets new Quarterback, Mark Sanchez's life is going to be hell.

As this GQ Magazine photo illustrates ............

(http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/2009/05/custom_1242734544913_00007f.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 20, 2009, 12:24:30 PM
he's going to get crucified for this.

You can't get all sexy like that until you have a superbowl ring.

And even then, you have to be named Tom Brady.


BADDDDDDDD move...


(you're not in LA anymore kid, you're in NYC)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 21, 2009, 08:24:21 AM
Michael Vick is now out of The Big House.

Will anyone sign him ?

With the popularity of the "Wildcat" formation in the NFL at the moment, I think that he'll get a job.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 21, 2009, 09:01:51 AM
Thank God we got Cutler, otherwise we might have gone for him.

I keep thinking that it can't be long until the American Football starts and then realising it's not on properly until September :-(

At least this is a time of year when I can get more sleep.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 21, 2009, 11:40:05 AM
The only team I could see signing him is the Bills


I would be REALLY pissed if the Eagles signed him.  I might even take a year off.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 21, 2009, 05:04:47 PM
Michael Vick has got Bengals written all over him, he could chat to his teammates about their time inside.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on May 21, 2009, 11:28:53 PM
My Uncle will not be a happy chappy if he ends up at the Bengals!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 22, 2009, 09:56:41 AM
Applications invited for the best jobs in Pro Football (http://www.nbclosangeles.com/sports/football/Interns-Wanted-for-Lingerie-Football-League.html)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 17, 2009, 10:21:48 AM
Donte Stallworth gets 30 days in jail (http://www.miamiherald.com/457/story/1100610.html) for killing a man whilst drunk driving.

30 days when he could have got 15 years ?!?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on June 17, 2009, 11:49:11 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Donte Stallworth gets 30 days in jail (http://www.miamiherald.com/457/story/1100610.html) for killing a man whilst drunk driving.

30 days when he could have got 15 years ?!?


I'm shocked he even got any time after hearing the details.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 18, 2009, 12:20:27 PM
A great interview by ESPN's Mike & Mike with lawyer Roger Cossack (http://sports.espn.go.com/stations/player?context=audio&id=4265080) comparing the Stallworth and Vick sentences.

My opinion's now flipped 180 degrees on this and I think that the Stallworth Judge/Prosecutor was correct in being lenient.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on July 04, 2009, 09:52:55 PM
Steve McNair found dead

http://tinyurl.com/lontbz

Very sad :(
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 04, 2009, 09:56:38 PM
Jeez... I doubt his family will ever enjoy Independence Day again (the holiday, not the film).
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 04, 2009, 10:53:05 PM
The Air McNair story is on just about every TV startion over here at the moment (I'm currently in Boston, MA).

Sad news
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 05, 2009, 04:26:11 PM
Apparently McNair had multiple gunshot wounds. The woman he was found with (a 20 year old "friend") had one wound to the head and the gun gun was found near her.

Looking like a murder/suicide at the moment.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on July 05, 2009, 04:54:10 PM
Crikey, bit late but just seen the news on Steve McNair - really sad.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 06, 2009, 12:42:46 AM
I actually work with a guy who played with him in college.  He claims that they were friends (he was a RB).

I am going to see him at our POA meeting July 13th.

I will hound him for personal information.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 06, 2009, 08:33:55 PM
Just remembered I made some predictions before the start of last season as was wondering how well I did...

Quote from: "cdvillafan"


My predictions for next season...

AFC East - Patriots (yawn). Wrong.
AFC North - Browns. By sacrificing about seventy draft picks they have put all their eggs in one basket and have to do something this year. I think they will. Wrong
AFC South - Colts (yawn). Wrong.
AFC West - Chargers (possibly even more predictable than Patriots/Colts). Right!
AFC Wildcards-
1 Steelers. Wrong (won division)
2 Titans. Wrong (won division)

NFC East - Redskins. Wrong
NFC North (the only division that really matters) - DA BEARS!!! - I am putting heart above head and backing my Bears even though they can't pass, catch, block or run and the D's not what it used to be! I am hoping that Favregate will fuck up the Fudge Packers and the Purple Penis Eaters will flatter to deceive as usual. Wrong
NFC South - Bucs. Wrong
NFC West - Seahawks. Wrong
NFC Wildcards -
1 Cowboys. Wrong
2 Giants (NFC East is by miles the strongest divison in the league). Wrong (won division)

Superbowl -

Colts 33 Giants 17. - Giants to scrape a play-off place then make it to the Superbowl defying all expectations again. Peyton to win the Battle of the Mannings. He's destined to get more than one SB ring. Wrong

Anyway, just my predictions, probably all bollocks, but make's a change from banging on about Bloody Barry!
!


Conclusion: I know fuck all.

No idea who that 'Bloody Barry' I was referring to is either. Anyone remember him?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on July 14, 2009, 09:11:07 PM
RIP Steve, genuinely gutted about this (not been around the forum for a while)
Probably my first NFL hero, I'm still stunned I guess :(
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 15, 2009, 08:16:53 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I actually work with a guy who played with him in college.  He claims that they were friends (he was a RB).

I am going to see him at our POA meeting July 13th.

I will hound him for personal information.


Did you find anything out ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 16, 2009, 11:37:24 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I actually work with a guy who played with him in college.  He claims that they were friends (he was a RB).

I am going to see him at our POA meeting July 13th.

I will hound him for personal information.


Did you find anything out ?


HAHAHA!

Yeah, I found out I am an idiot, and he played with Gerrard, not McNair...


He did look at me like I had three heads when I asked about it though!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 29, 2009, 02:52:56 AM
RIP Eagles Defensive Coordinator Jimmy Johnson.

Truly one of the best ever.

The infamous Bend but not Break Defensive Line!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 29, 2009, 07:55:28 AM
I get my Jim/Jimmy/Jimmie Johnson's mixed up.

For a moment there I thought you were saying that the ex-Dolphins coach was dead or that the NASCAR guy had gone.

Anyhow, RIP Jim. A defensive guy through-and-through. I don't think I ever heard his name linked to a Head Coaching job.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 29, 2009, 08:14:07 AM
Looks like Brett Favre won't be joining the Vikings (http://www.startribune.com/sports/vikings/51926357.html?elr=KArksi8cyaiUo8cyaiUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aULPQL7PQLanchO7DiUr)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 29, 2009, 11:34:44 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
I get my Jim/Jimmy/Jimmie Johnson's mixed up.

For a moment there I thought you were saying that the ex-Dolphins coach was dead or that the NASCAR guy had gone.

Anyhow, RIP Jim. A defensive guy through-and-through. I don't think I ever heard his name linked to a Head Coaching job.


no, he never did the head coaching thing.  I don't think he really wanted to though.

He is legendary in the NFL and especially in Philly and the East Coast.  His name is probably more well known in the NFL than Andy Reid (rightfully so).

He was old school.  Would rather be the best at what he wanted to do than be mediocore at what everyone else wanted to do.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 05, 2009, 09:22:21 AM
It looks like the Arena Football League (http://sports.espn.go.com/extra/afl/news/story?id=4376533) will be folding.

This is disappointing to me. The AFL rejuvenated the career of players such a Kurt Warner and seemed a great way for low profile players to work their way up to the NFL.

However, we still have the LFL (http://www.lflus.com/) and UFL (http://www.ufl-football.com/) to look forward to !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 05, 2009, 11:52:42 AM
I heard about that.

Sad to say I have no clue what the AFL is.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 11, 2009, 12:16:32 PM
Pre-season games have begun and we already have a "play of the year" candidate

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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on August 11, 2009, 12:18:28 PM
Doh!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on August 11, 2009, 01:14:56 PM
That is brilliant.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 12, 2009, 08:18:14 AM
I like the "Meadowlark Lemon" references on the commentary from Cris Colinsworth
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 12, 2009, 11:21:04 AM
Man, I wish the Titans were still the Oilers.

Those uniforms are great!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 14, 2009, 10:59:12 AM
Michael Vick signs with the Eagles (http://us.cnn.com/2009/US/08/13/vick.eagles/index.html)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 14, 2009, 01:20:40 PM
I am really upset about this.

I can't get my head around this.  I mean first off, he doesn't fit in the offense at all.

But secondly, and most importantly, I HATE the guy.

I never tell anyone this, because it doesn't matter and I don't put my beliefs on anyone.

But I am a Vegan, don't eat any meat of any kind.  I don't wear leather (which makes finding shoes to go with my suit difficult), and I have a special interest in Pitbulls.

I live with two.  Lucy (8 yrs old), and Julian (2 years old).  Julian was found in an apartment a year and a half ago, and had to be taken out by poilice because he was so abused.

Everyone has SOMETHING that they really believe in, and my thing is these animals.

I really am beside myself.  I can't root for this guy. I can't root for a team that has this guy on the bench.

I am not oppossed to him  again somewhere at sometime.

But I would want it to be SOMEWHERE ELSE.  (preferably the Giants, Cowboys, Redskins or Patriots).

I really don't know what to do.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 14, 2009, 01:33:31 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"


I really don't know what to do.


Have a bacon sandwich and chill out !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on August 14, 2009, 01:39:12 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I am really upset about this.

I can't get my head around this.  I mean first off, he doesn't fit in the offense at all.


How so?  He scrambles around and make runs outside of the pocket all over the place just like, errrr, Donovan McNabb.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 14, 2009, 03:04:20 PM
New England made more sense to me as a destination for Vick.

There he'd have been a "change of pace" from the drop-back style of Brady and would have had Billy B. to deal with if he stepped out of line.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 17, 2009, 09:43:16 AM
Hay pmarachi, did you see Vick's press conference ?

Did he put your mind at rest ?

He seemed pretty remorseful and genuine to me
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 17, 2009, 08:28:07 PM
How did I miss this?

Can't believe the Eagles have signed him. They must be barking.





  Sorry.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 18, 2009, 12:04:56 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Hay pmarachi, did you see Vick's press conference ?

Did he put your mind at rest ?

He seemed pretty remorseful and genuine to me


I saw it.

All it showed me is that he isn't even a good actor.

He honestly doesn't understand what he did was wrong, he just knows it was illegal. (that may not make sense, but it does to me in my head)

I won't follow this guy.

And Jeff Lurie really made me sick...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 19, 2009, 08:26:45 AM
This is getting silly now !!!!

Favre signs for the Vikings (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4406963)

(http://stmedia.startribune.com/images/3favre081909.jpg)



(http://sports.espn.go.com/photo/2009/0818/pg2_a_favre_200.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 19, 2009, 12:39:19 PM
I knew he would do this.

Doesn't like preseason or camp.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 19, 2009, 12:57:10 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I knew he would do this.

Doesn't like preseason or camp.


The Matt Le Tissier of American Football.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 20, 2009, 01:54:33 AM
Let's see if we can predict next year's headlines...

February... FAVRE : I QUIT!

April... FAVRE CONSIDERS SHOCK RETURN!

June... FAVRE STAYING RETIRED!

July... FAVRE 'TEMPTED BY' COMEBACK!

August... FAVRE SIGNS ON AT DETROIT!

September... FAVRE COMMITS SUICIDE DUE TO LACK OF ATTENTION!

followed by...

December... FAVRE CONSIDERS COMEBACK FROM THE DEAD!

and finally, the year after...

August... DAVIS : FAVRE THE GUY FOR RAIDERS!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 21, 2009, 08:06:04 AM
Plax gets 2 years



http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4411373


According to ESPN this means that Plax got more jail time for accidentally shooting himself than Michael Vick got for running a dog fighting ring and more time than Stallworth got for killing a guy with his car.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 21, 2009, 09:20:04 AM
yeah, you can't have an UNREGISTERED fiream.
Mandatory Minimum on that is 3 years.

I mean what a moron.
His wife's an attorney, so you KNOW he knew better.

And the fact that it actually discharged in a crowded nightclub really should have taken the "plea deal" off the table.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on August 21, 2009, 09:41:37 AM
Haven't been on here for a while
and the world has gone mad.....
I had a little chuckle to myself about Vick Paul, how do you reckon he'll do?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 21, 2009, 10:36:27 AM
I don't know, I wan't watch him.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on August 21, 2009, 01:55:45 PM
Shit, Big Ben injured in training yesterday.  Hope it's nothing serious.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 29, 2009, 03:37:37 PM
Michael Vick has made his Eagles pre-season debut.

However, it looks like his number 7 replica jerseys aren't yet available !!

(http://cache-foo-01.gawkerassets.com/gawker/assets/images/11/2009/08/500x_philly.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 29, 2009, 03:41:38 PM
hahaha SO GROSS!!


I made this post in the last movie you have seen thread, but I will make it here.

If you like American Football, check out the Ernie Davis story, The Express
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 30, 2009, 12:46:37 PM
Cutler v Orton today, could be a rare, interesting, pre-season game. I predict a lovely welcome for our Jay.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 31, 2009, 11:59:01 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Cutler v Orton today, could be a rare, interesting, pre-season game. I predict a lovely welcome for our Jay.


Did you use the word "Interesting" and "pre-season" in the same sentence?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2009, 08:17:09 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Cutler v Orton today, could be a rare, interesting, pre-season game. I predict a lovely welcome for our Jay.



Looks like Jay Cutler  is planning a second career as a male model

(http://www.michiganavemag.com/images/MA_SP09_100_NEW1.jpg)


Just to make up for posting the above, here's Pilar "Mrs Prime-Time" Sanders

(http://www.mediatakeout.com/2474c9a50fddc1c9/1251811071pilarfine.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 03, 2009, 10:44:47 AM
eagles play the jets in preseason tonight.

Hopefully someone breaks vicks leg.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2009, 11:48:56 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
eagles play the jets in preseason tonight.

Hopefully someone breaks vicks leg.


Still not come to terms with Vick being an Eagle then ?!?

How's his presence going down with other fans, both vegan & non-vegan ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on September 03, 2009, 12:08:30 PM
Well my fantasy league draft is happening on Saturday. Fingers crossed.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2009, 08:16:06 AM
pmarachi's least favourite player will be eligible in Week 3 (http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/2009/09/03/2009-09-03_nfl_announces_eagles.html)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on September 04, 2009, 09:46:58 AM
As a bit of a part time fan can someone tell me when the regular season actually starts?

Ta very muchly
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2009, 01:05:47 PM
Quote from: "Yeltzer"
As a bit of a part time fan can someone tell me when the regular season actually starts?

Ta very muchly


Thursday 10 Sep
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 04, 2009, 11:16:09 PM
Vick is still hated by everyone in the US outside of philly

Philly fans LOVE him now.  keep in mind they never "loved" McNabb, the future hall of famer...

I still hate him

He also was HORRIBLE in the preseason game last night... HORRIBLE!!!

7 for 11, threw for only 26 yards, was sacked 4 times (once for a 20+ yard loss!!!) and fumbled 2 times and threw one interception.

HORRIBLE!!!

I was happy as hell
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 06, 2009, 03:08:52 PM
The NFLuk Fantasy League is back. Anyone else playing?

http://www.nfluk.com/fantasy-game

Here's my picks for week 1...

QB Schaub (Houston)
RB Thomas (New Orleans)
RB Peterson (Minnesota)
WR Colston (New Orleans)
WR Johnson (Houston)
TE Shiancoe (Minnesota)
K Hartley (New Orleans)
DEF New Orleans

I have gone for the tactic of picking loads of New Orleans players cos they are against Detroit and Detroit are shite.

I did well in the first year I tried this, twice my team got into the overall top ten and the BullyWeeVilla Bears were proudly featured on Sky's league table, before falling apart to finish about 500th. Last year we suffered from second season syndrome and finished about 10,000th.

I haven't been following that closely this year so can anyone tell me if any of my picks have got injured or are likely to be rubbish?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2009, 01:54:25 PM
I only played Fantasy NFL for a couple of seasons. I got bored with the lack of moves that were required.

Now I stick to Fantasy Baseball, which requires daily changes to the lineup
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2009, 08:45:14 AM
Quote from: "IanB"
Can you post some more pics of that gorgeous woman please?


More Mrs Prime Time (http://www.mediatakeout.com/2009/35221-dizzzzzzzayummmm_check_out_deion_sanders_wife_pilar__her_body_is_bazonkers.html).

Thanks once again to the great www.deadspin.com
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 08, 2009, 09:04:16 AM
Not long to go until the new season. Come on Da Bears! (oh and the Titans against the Steelers).
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on September 08, 2009, 09:29:27 AM
Can't say I'm holding out a lot of hope for the titans this season. Maybe a 9-7 but in our division don't thiink we'll make playoffs.
Patriots v VIkings superbowl
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2009, 11:22:20 AM
Sky's upcoming live games

SEPTEMBER
Thur 10    Tennessee Titans @ Pittsburgh Steelers    Sky Sports 2
Sky Sports HD2    1am (Friday Morning)
Sun 13    Minnesota Vikings @ Cleveland Browns    Sky Sports 3    5.30pm
Sun 13    Washington Redskins @ New York Giants    Sky Sports 3    9pm
Sun 20    New Orleans Saints @ Philadelphia Eagles    Sky Sports 3    5.30pm
Sun 20    Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Buffalo Bills    Sky Sports 3    9pm
Sun 27    Tennessee Titans @ New York Jets            TBC/5.30pm
Sun 27    Miami Dolphins @ San Diego Chargers    TBC/9pm
OCTOBER
Sun 04    Baltimore Ravens @ New England Patriots    TBC/5.30pm
Sun 04    Dallas Cowboys @ Denver Broncos            TBC/9pm


"Five" will be showing the Sunday Night game (now without Madden).

Monday Night Football will not be on UK tv.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 09, 2009, 11:39:31 AM
you guys get more games on tv than we do.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 09, 2009, 12:49:42 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
you guys get more games on tv than we do.


Clearly not a true statement, but the coverage does seem to have improved leaps and bounds since I last lived there.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2009, 01:07:04 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Sky's upcoming live games

SEPTEMBER
Thur 10    Tennessee Titans @ Pittsburgh Steelers    Sky Sports 2
Sky Sports HD2    1am (Friday Morning)
Sun 13    Minnesota Vikings @ Cleveland Browns    Sky Sports 3    5.30pm
Sun 13    Washington Redskins @ New York Giants    Sky Sports 3    9pm
Sun 20    New Orleans Saints @ Philadelphia Eagles    Sky Sports 3    5.30pm
Sun 20    Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Buffalo Bills    Sky Sports 3    9pm
Sun 27    Tennessee Titans @ New York Jets            TBC/5.30pm
Sun 27    Miami Dolphins @ San Diego Chargers    TBC/9pm
OCTOBER
Sun 04    Baltimore Ravens @ New England Patriots    TBC/5.30pm
Sun 04    Dallas Cowboys @ Denver Broncos            TBC/9pm


"Five" will be showing the Sunday Night game (now without Madden).

Monday Night Football will not be on UK tv.


Sky+ is going to be busy this year.

Early Prediction:- I think this could be the Detroit Lions' year....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2009, 02:45:59 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
you guys get more games on tv than we do.


Clearly not a true statement, but the coverage does seem to have improved leaps and bounds since I last lived there.


Actually coverage is down by 3 games a week this year.

There's no MNF and only two games on Sundays instead of the previous four (two on normal Sky and two on "Red Button")
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 09, 2009, 03:12:26 PM
Quote
Actually coverage is down by 3 games a week this year.

There's no MNF and only two games on Sundays instead of the previous four (two on normal Sky and two on "Red Button")


Sky seemed pretty late in advertising the NFL this year. Who's got the Monday night game then - still CH5?

Having given in and got ESPN (for the UFC) I watched that Florida Seminoles / Miami game - the 38-34 - wow!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tony Boucher on September 09, 2009, 04:41:44 PM
Quote from: "CT"
Quote
Actually coverage is down by 3 games a week this year.

There's no MNF and only two games on Sundays instead of the previous four (two on normal Sky and two on "Red Button")


Sky seemed pretty late in advertising the NFL this year. Who's got the Monday night game then - still CH5?

Having given in and got ESPN (for the UFC) I watched that Florida Seminoles / Miami game - the 38-34 - wow!!


Being a 'Noles fan myself, was pretty gutted about that one.  Generally find college stuff far more exciting than NFL & this was no exception
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2009, 10:06:24 AM
Quote from: "CT"
Quote
Actually coverage is down by 3 games a week this year.

There's no MNF and only two games on Sundays instead of the previous four (two on normal Sky and two on "Red Button")


Sky seemed pretty late in advertising the NFL this year. Who's got the Monday night game then - still CH5?


MNF not on UK tv this season.

NFLUK are encouraging people to sign up to the NFL's on line service in order to get it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2009, 10:15:20 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "CT"
Quote
Actually coverage is down by 3 games a week this year.

There's no MNF and only two games on Sundays instead of the previous four (two on normal Sky and two on "Red Button")


Sky seemed pretty late in advertising the NFL this year. Who's got the Monday night game then - still CH5?


MNF not on UK tv this season.

NFLUK are encouraging people to sign up to the NFL's on line service in order to get it.


If I have any Tuesdays off work I'll probably try and find it on a dodgy internet feed then.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2009, 11:24:16 AM
Ohio State college football player Terelle Pryor on Michael Vick .........

Quote
“Not everybody’s the perfect person in the world,” he said. “I mean everyone kills people, murders people, steals from you, steals from me, whatever. I think that people need a second chance, and I’ve always looked up to Mike Vick, and I always will.”




Full article (http://www.betus.com/sports-betting/ncaa-football/articles/college-football-news-terrelle-pryors-michael-vick-quote/)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2009, 12:57:47 AM
Here's my predictions for the season. I haven't been following the pre-season or the comings and going too closely though so probably even wronger than usual... (numbers in brackets indicate estimated post-season ranking)

AFC
East - Patriots (1)
North - Steelers (2)
South - Colts (3)
West  - Chargers (4)
Wildcards - Titans (5), Texans (6)

Wildcard Games:- Colts beat Texans, Titans beat Chargers
Divisional Games:- Patriots beat Titans, Colts beat Steelers
Conference Game:- Patriots beat Colts

NFC
East - Giants (1)
North - Da Bears, obviously (2)
South - Saints (4)
West - 49ers (3)
Wilcards - Redskins (5), Cowboys (6)

Wildcard Games:- Cowboys beat 49ers, Redskins beat Saints
Divisional Games:- Giants beat Cowboys, Bears beat Redskins
Comference Game:- Giants beat Bears :-(

Superbowl:- Patriots beat Giants

Biggest Surprise Teams:- 49ers, Saints
Biggest Disappointments:- Vikings, Eagles, Cardinals
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2009, 08:57:36 AM
I'll agree with Pats v G-Men in the Superbowl.

It'll be interesting to see how the Favre experiment goes in Minnesota.

Anyone else going to Pats v Bucs @ Wemberley ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on September 11, 2009, 09:37:00 AM
ah shit
we stopped playing Defense and Big Ben stepped up
stupid game anyway
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tony Boucher on September 11, 2009, 09:42:48 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
I'll agree with Pats v G-Men in the Superbowl.

It'll be interesting to see how the Favre experiment goes in Minnesota.

Anyone else going to Pats v Bucs @ Wemberley ?


Yep, I'm going - the Bucs are my NFL team.  Seen them a few times in Tampa & loved it.  Might be a tad cooler in London though!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 11, 2009, 12:00:36 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Here's my predictions for the season. I haven't been following the pre-season or the comings and going too closely though so probably even wronger than usual... (numbers in brackets indicate estimated post-season ranking)

AFC
East - Patriots (1)
North - Steelers (2)
South - Colts (3)
West  - Chargers (4)
Wildcards - Titans (5), Texans (6)

Wildcard Games:- Colts beat Texans, Titans beat Chargers
Divisional Games:- Patriots beat Titans, Colts beat Steelers
Conference Game:- Patriots beat Colts

NFC
East - Giants (1)
North - Da Bears, obviously (2)
South - Saints (4)
West - 49ers (3)
Wilcards - Redskins (5), Cowboys (6)


Wildcard Games:- Cowboys beat 49ers, Redskins beat Saints
Divisional Games:- Giants beat Cowboys, Bears beat Redskins
Comference Game:- Giants beat Bears :-(

Superbowl:- Patriots beat Giants

Biggest Surprise Teams:- 49ers, Saints
Biggest Disappointments:- Vikings, Eagles, Cardinals


WAIT!!!!

Seriously?

Is there ANY WAY we can make a wager on this?!?!?!

I wan't to take care of that ASAP!!!



Don't discuss with anyone, just say YES!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2009, 12:05:42 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
ah shit
we stopped playing Defense and Big Ben stepped up
stupid game anyway


I watched the first half - in bed by 3.15am and recorded the rest. Then I saw that the Steelers had won on the BBC Sport page. Thought I'd be safe there!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2009, 12:44:21 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"

I watched the first half - in bed by 3.15am and recorded the rest. Then I saw that the Steelers had won on the BBC Sport page. Thought I'd be safe there!


Five Live even gave out the result on their 6:30 sports bulletin (however, it was Villa fan Vasos, so I'll give him a pass)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on September 11, 2009, 01:34:08 PM
For no other reason than they have 'England' in their title are the New England Patriots still good? Are they expected to win it this year?

Back in the C4 80s days I did follow this and the Birmingham whatever they were called team.

Look out for their scores still. But I do that as much as I try and have a team in most sports to get some interest.

In baseball I always look out for the scores of Kansas City (Royals?) Do the Chiefs still have a team at Kansas?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2009, 04:10:58 PM
Quote from: "peter w"
For no other reason than they have 'England' in their title are the New England Patriots still good? Are they expected to win it this year?

Back in the C4 80s days I did follow this and the Birmingham whatever they were called team.

Look out for their scores still. But I do that as much as I try and have a team in most sports to get some interest.

In baseball I always look out for the scores of Kansas City (Royals?) Do the Chiefs still have a team at Kansas?


The Patriots have been the most dominant team over the last 10 years. Their Quarter-Back, who is arguably the mest in the NFL got injured in the 1st quarter of the 1st game last year and they still had an 11-5 record. They were very unlucky to miss out on the play-offs, the first team to miss out with 11 wins for 20 years.

The Kansas City Chiefs are still going, but are not very good. I'm pretty sure they're in the state of Missouri not Kansas, just to be confusing.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: richard moore on September 11, 2009, 06:39:35 PM
I have the Eagles, my team, to be NFC champs at 5-1 (used to live in Philly in the 70s)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 11, 2009, 07:21:42 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
ah shit
we stopped playing Defense and Big Ben stepped up
stupid game anyway


The defence still played well, even after Troy went off.

I think outside of Baltimore, that will probably the toughest game this season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2009, 07:41:03 PM
Why don't they just forget the match and toss a coin to decide who wins? Overtime is fucking stupid. If they MUST have it at least have 5 minutes each way.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 11, 2009, 07:47:13 PM
I actually like it, you are far from guaranteed to score, just because you have posession.

College do it differently with a possesion each until someone wins.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2009, 10:52:20 AM
Maybe you're not guaranteed to score but even if you don't you can pin the opposition back in their own territory.

According to this... http://forum.officiating.com/football/54582-overtime-rules.html ... 73% of overtime games are won by the team that wins the toss.

I think 5 minutes each way would be far fairer. If still level, I would go with a two-point conversion shoot-out along the lines of a penalty shoot-out.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2009, 12:51:41 AM
Well the Bears have beaten the Pears home and away this season, the Villa have just won at Small Heath, again (yawn!) so now I'm confident of another Bears win, this time in not-very-Green Bay, as I'm on a roll in local derbies.

Come on Cutler and the Monsters of the Midway!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2009, 07:59:57 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Well the Bears have beaten the Pears home and away this season, the Villa have just won at Small Heath, again (yawn!) so now I'm confident of another Bears win, this time in not-very-Green Bay, as I'm on a roll in local derbies.

Come on Cutler and the Monsters of the Midway!


So, "3rd and 1" on the half way line......... guess the Bears were expecting a run !!


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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 14, 2009, 09:04:14 AM
Oh the delights of staying up past 5am to watch this and the Packers getting a late winner.

At least the Villa won I guess.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2009, 09:09:44 AM
I didn't stay up for the late game but I did watch most of the Vikings against Randy's other team

Here's Adrian Peterson doing his best Jim Brown impression

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And here's the man himself

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Jim Brown's appearance at Villa Park was one of the highlights of my time watching the Villa
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on September 14, 2009, 02:37:00 PM
Fair play to Rogers, thats a massive play right. Eagles looked insane on defense yesterday. I'm still gutted about thursday.
Steelers v EAgles superbowl
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 15, 2009, 02:07:42 AM
Cutler Out! Come back Rex all is forgiven!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 15, 2009, 03:13:32 AM
How the Hell did the Bills mess that up that was even worse than their defeat against the Cowboys last season?

If I was their coach I don't think I would be speaking to my kick returner.

Nice to see the old-style uniforms. The officials look weird in their Sunderland kits!

Sadly I will have to go to bed now and miss the Raiders losing as usual.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 15, 2009, 07:56:31 AM
Urlacher out for the season (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/news/story?id=4472175)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 15, 2009, 08:51:59 AM
Arse.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 15, 2009, 11:54:23 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
How the Hell did the Bills mess that up that was even worse than their defeat against the Cowboys last season?

If I was their coach I don't think I would be speaking to my kick returner.

Nice to see the old-style uniforms. The officials look weird in their Sunderland kits!

Sadly I will have to go to bed now and miss the Raiders losing as usual.


First off, at the end of the game before that second to last TD, there is NO WAY IN HELL that the pats actually got that first down.

They got a spot pretty much in the red zone which led them to that TD.

And then that kick return.  When I saw him running, I literally said out loud "NOOOOOO What are you doing!!!"

Pat's are the luckiest team alive.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 21, 2009, 02:23:05 AM
Good has triumphed over evil and all is right in the Universe thanks to Robbie Gould.

World Champions, my arse!

Da Bears!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 21, 2009, 09:39:23 AM
F'ing hell, the Raiders actually won a game


Meanwhile, the Saints look a bit useful
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 21, 2009, 09:26:21 PM
I could tell the Cowboys would lose - even without the added help of Sky+ stopping with 3 minutes of the game left! Grr!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 21, 2009, 09:43:42 PM
Quote from: "CT"
I could tell the Cowboys would lose - even without the added help of Sky+ stopping with 3 minutes of the game left! Grr!


We've found this, best to tape the programme afterwards too.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 22, 2009, 12:19:48 AM
Drew Brees will once again be the best QB in the league.

He was last year in a Brady-less league, and he will be this year with Brady back.

That said, I don't see them making the superbowl regardless.

It's a shame.  If he was still on the Chargers, they would all have rings right now.


Tonight, GO DOLPINS!  (my AFC guys)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 22, 2009, 12:25:34 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Here's my predictions for the season. I haven't been following the pre-season or the comings and going too closely though so probably even wronger than usual... (numbers in brackets indicate estimated post-season ranking)

AFC
East - Patriots (1)
North - Steelers (2)
South - Colts (3)
West  - Chargers (4)
Wildcards - Titans (5), Texans (6)

Wildcard Games:- Colts beat Texans, Titans beat Chargers
Divisional Games:- Patriots beat Titans, Colts beat Steelers
Conference Game:- Patriots beat Colts

NFC
East - Giants (1)
North - Da Bears, obviously (2)
South - Saints (4)
West - 49ers (3)
Wilcards - Redskins (5), Cowboys (6)


Wildcard Games:- Cowboys beat 49ers, Redskins beat Saints
Divisional Games:- Giants beat Cowboys, Bears beat Redskins
Comference Game:- Giants beat Bears :-(

Superbowl:- Patriots beat Giants

Biggest Surprise Teams:- 49ers, Saints
Biggest Disappointments:- Vikings, Eagles, Cardinals


WAIT!!!!

Seriously?

Is there ANY WAY we can make a wager on this?!?!?!

I wan't to take care of that ASAP!!!



Don't discuss with anyone, just say YES!


Singletary's boys are 2-0, maybe I should have taken you up on that wager! On second thoughts, if I bet on them they would lose the next 14!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2009, 09:21:27 AM
The 2009 LFL season has begun .......

(http://images.huffingtonpost.com/gadgets/slideshows/2779/slide_2779_38629_large.jpg)

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For the record, the final score was Los Angeles Temptation 26, Denver Dream 19
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 22, 2009, 11:53:56 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Here's my predictions for the season. I haven't been following the pre-season or the comings and going too closely though so probably even wronger than usual... (numbers in brackets indicate estimated post-season ranking)

AFC
East - Patriots (1)
North - Steelers (2)
South - Colts (3)
West  - Chargers (4)
Wildcards - Titans (5), Texans (6)

Wildcard Games:- Colts beat Texans, Titans beat Chargers
Divisional Games:- Patriots beat Titans, Colts beat Steelers
Conference Game:- Patriots beat Colts

NFC
East - Giants (1)
North - Da Bears, obviously (2)
South - Saints (4)
West - 49ers (3)
Wilcards - Redskins (5), Cowboys (6)


Wildcard Games:- Cowboys beat 49ers, Redskins beat Saints
Divisional Games:- Giants beat Cowboys, Bears beat Redskins
Comference Game:- Giants beat Bears :-(

Superbowl:- Patriots beat Giants

Biggest Surprise Teams:- 49ers, Saints
Biggest Disappointments:- Vikings, Eagles, Cardinals


WAIT!!!!

Seriously?

Is there ANY WAY we can make a wager on this?!?!?!

I wan't to take care of that ASAP!!!



Don't discuss with anyone, just say YES!


Singletary's boys are 2-0, maybe I should have taken you up on that wager! On second thoughts, if I bet on them they would lose the next 14!


As horrible as that division is, they still won't make the playoffs.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 22, 2009, 11:54:45 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
The 2009 LFL season has begun .......

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(http://images.huffingtonpost.com/gadgets/slideshows/2779/slide_2779_38624_large.jpg)


For the record, the final score was Los Angeles Temptation 26, Denver Dream 19


What the hell is this?  What's the LFL?  This is in America?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 22, 2009, 01:00:12 PM
Ladies Football League?

First time that I've ever seen this - looks promising though!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on September 22, 2009, 01:07:51 PM
Hmmm, a new style of Fantasy Football!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2009, 01:49:30 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Ladies Football League?

First time that I've ever seen this - looks promising though!


"Lingerie Football League"

http://www.lflus.com/

http://www.facebook.com/mylfl

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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 22, 2009, 10:23:35 PM
If you mean Cleveland shit and yes.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on September 23, 2009, 10:14:12 AM
I won my opening game last week by one point.

Then, during the week, there was a stat correction and i had a point deducted as Felix Jones had been incorrectly awarded a 20 yard run. Gutted.

Still, I won in week 2 despite only two other teams in the league scoring less points.

Not that you'd care having seen the pics from the LFL but I thought I'd share.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 23, 2009, 08:11:42 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
The 2009 LFL season has begun .......

(http://images.huffingtonpost.com/gadgets/slideshows/2779/slide_2779_38629_large.jpg)

(http://images.huffingtonpost.com/gadgets/slideshows/2779/slide_2779_38624_large.jpg)


For the record, the final score was Los Angeles Temptation 26, Denver Dream 19


Surprisingly, my first thought was not 'I wonder what the score was?'.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on September 23, 2009, 08:26:12 PM
So many potential jokes!

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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 23, 2009, 08:35:39 PM
I think I could watch a few of those games.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on September 23, 2009, 08:48:47 PM
I'd prefer these 2 up front to Gabby and JC.

(http://api.ning.com/files/7M2t2rGVviE91HTkYmaEypyo5ZYSj6JSLwOeSdZ13Iec8ucEfrZa4T74D8QhmJ3ekysigTiYenXzg*GdovdlsUxOIMQ5Gcla/ChristyHemmeLingerie20Football20Lea.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2009, 07:58:53 PM
Quote from: "IanB"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
If you mean Cleveland shit and yes.


Oh dear, will it ever get any better there for Mr. Lerner?


Wouldn't bet on it. A lot of their fans wanted the coach (Mangeni, or sarcastically Mangenius) sacked after pre-season. And to think O'Neill thinks he's got it bad when we wait till half-time to start moaning...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2009, 12:54:45 AM
The only good news is that they get to play the Detroit Lions this year, so they should win at least ONE game.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 25, 2009, 08:23:21 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
The only good news is that they get to play the Detroit Lions this year, so they should win at least ONE game.


Look for Greg Zorn to get fired if the 'Skins lose to the Lions this weekend
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 25, 2009, 01:11:15 PM
We have the Seahawks and then the Lions in our next 2 games. That should mean that the Bears go into the bye week with a 3-1 record.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 27, 2009, 06:06:07 PM
Guess who's making his Beagles debut today?

Pmarachi won't be pleased.

Anyone know if the Thursday night, Thanksgiving, Christmas week-end and Saturday play-offs are on GB TV this year? I'm worried they won't be as we seem to be losing a lot of coverage this year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on September 27, 2009, 06:41:26 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Guess who's making his Beagles debut today?

Pmarachi won't be pleased.

Anyone know if the Thursday night, Thanksgiving, Christmas week-end and Saturday play-offs are on GB TV this year? I'm worried they won't be as we seem to be losing a lot of coverage this year.


All on Sky Sports as part of their deal and in HD!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 27, 2009, 06:42:54 PM
Oh look at you... HD! Bloody show-off! ;-)

Cheers for the info.

I'm confused Vick doesn't seem to be at QB but has a seven-yard run... is he playing Running Back?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on September 27, 2009, 06:47:31 PM
Are the Eagles playing wildcat? I was listening to Around the Horn in the week and they were talking of using Vick as either a RB or WR.

Jets are playing well on Sky Sports.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 27, 2009, 06:49:54 PM
Rams cannot buy a first down against the Packers. I hope they're this useless when we play them.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 27, 2009, 07:07:11 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
The only good news is that they get to play the Detroit Lions this year, so they should win at least ONE game.


Look for Greg Zorn to get fired if the 'Skins lose to the Lions this weekend


Currently ten-nil to the Motown Mincers... you never know!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 27, 2009, 07:08:54 PM
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"
Are the Eagles playing wildcat? I was listening to Around the Horn in the week and they were talking of using Vick as either a RB or WR.

Jets are playing well on Sky Sports.


I thought they were showing Titans of New York against Houston Oilers?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: evalast1910 on September 27, 2009, 08:20:22 PM
See the Browns are losing again.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 27, 2009, 10:12:29 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"

I'm confused Vick doesn't seem to be at QB but has a seven-yard run... is he playing Running Back?


Vick is the Eagles "Wildcat" QB.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 27, 2009, 10:16:05 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"
Are the Eagles playing wildcat? I was listening to Around the Horn in the week and they were talking of using Vick as either a RB or WR.

Jets are playing well on Sky Sports.


I thought they were showing Titans of New York against Houston Oilers?


What's up next ? Decatur Staleys against the Portsmouth Spartans** ?


** I think that the last time before today that the Lions won a game they may well have still gone by that name.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 27, 2009, 10:18:07 PM
Quote from: "evalast1910"
See the Browns are losing again.


Randy's Browns lost to the "real" Browns and stay on track to match Detroit's 0 and 16 record of last season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 27, 2009, 10:21:03 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
The only good news is that they get to play the Detroit Lions this year, so they should win at least ONE game.


Look for Greg Zorn to get fired if the 'Skins lose to the Lions this weekend


Currently ten-nil to the Motown Mincers... you never know!


Time for Joe Gibbs to make another comeback ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 27, 2009, 11:31:26 PM
The bloke on Sky said that perhaps Browns could sign a few Villa players and get a couple of kickers. They must be desperate. Did I hear they're now the worst team ever?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 28, 2009, 12:51:17 AM
Great comeback by Da Bears shame Da Ex-Bear Singletary's San Francisco 85ers couldn't stop the Purple Penis Eaters.

Well done Lions, better late than never!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 28, 2009, 11:14:27 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "evalast1910"
See the Browns are losing again.


Randy's Browns lost to the "real" Browns and stay on track to match Detroit's 0 and 16 record of last season.


Do they face the Rams or Raiders this season? Could be the clash of the shite-ans.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 28, 2009, 11:31:35 AM
Well Vick sucked which made my day.

0 completions
0 passing yards
7 rushing yards

HA!


As for the niners, I am actually believing that they may be a long shot for the playoffs.  Still wouldn't bet on them, but I wouldn't be too shocked if they snuck in.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on September 28, 2009, 12:38:59 PM
I won my fantasy game. I'm 50 points up on my opponent with 3 players yet to play!

Demons are top of the League.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 28, 2009, 07:59:28 PM
I'm doing rubbish this year in the fantasy league. I reckon I got about 70 points this week... which is my best yet.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2009, 12:35:47 PM
Lions for the play-offs anybody?

:-D
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on September 30, 2009, 01:15:32 PM
I won by 78 points against the previous league leader, whom I have now usurped.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 30, 2009, 08:42:21 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Lions for the play-offs anybody?

:-D


They'd better not we've got them next.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 01, 2009, 01:10:12 PM
Quote from: "Drummond"
I won by 78 points against the previous league leader, who I have now usurped.


I think the Raiders may have a head coaching job available for you soon at this rate.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 01, 2009, 01:42:30 PM
Don't lower yourself Drummond.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 03, 2009, 12:48:49 AM
I'm not talking about nfl this season
just so you know
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 04, 2009, 10:31:47 PM
Bears go 3-1. Nice to see our running game finally getting off the mark. Yes I know it was only the Lions...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2009, 12:47:13 AM
Pack @ Vikes tonight but no uk tv coverage. Bugger!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 06, 2009, 01:37:31 AM
For once in my life I want Packers to win. The Purple Penis Eaters are our rivals for the NFC North this season, not the Fudge Packers. I know we lost to them but they're still very average.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: bertlambshank on October 06, 2009, 01:57:05 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Pack @ Vikes tonight but no uk tv coverage. Bugger!
Its on veetle-monday night football channel.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2009, 11:17:49 AM
Quote from: "bigad82"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Pack @ Vikes tonight but no uk tv coverage. Bugger!
Its on veetle-monday night football channel.

I should have thought about that earlier and figured out a way to capture the stream
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 06, 2009, 02:44:00 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
I'm not talking about nfl this season
just so you know


But what has happened to the Titans this year Salifou?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 06, 2009, 06:23:32 PM
I thought the Titans would be Superbowl contenders shows what I know!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 06, 2009, 06:24:44 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "bigad82"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Pack @ Vikes tonight but no uk tv coverage. Bugger!
Its on veetle-monday night football channel.

I should have thought about that earlier and figured out a way to capture the stream


I wondered about this before. For those of us that can't stay up till 5 two mornings in a row is there a way to 'tape' streams of Monday Night Football to watch later, preferably without having to leave the computer on over-night?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 07, 2009, 09:37:19 PM
There's plenty of options for recording video. Some streams can be captured whilst some have to be recorded from the monitor display. I use software from Applian for recording baseball.

Realplayer can also be used to capture some streams

However, I don't see anyway of doing it without your pc staying on.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2009, 01:14:14 PM
Has anyone had their Wembley tickets yet ?

With the potential for postal strike, I'm beginning to worry
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 08, 2009, 01:40:23 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Has anyone had their Wembley tickets yet ?

With the potential for postal strike, I'm beginning to worry


I haven't had mine either. Checked with Ticketmaster, they've been dispatched in the last couple of days.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2009, 12:00:45 PM
Quote from: "DaveD"


I haven't had mine either. Checked with Ticketmaster, they've been dispatched in the last couple of days.


My Ticketmaster account says "dispatched" now as well. It would be helpful if it gave the actual date of dispatch though
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2009, 12:54:10 PM
I'm still waiting for the Bears to play at Wembley *praying emoticon*

I hope the Bucc's win.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 09, 2009, 02:39:23 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
I'm still waiting for the Bears to play at Wembley *praying emoticon*


You need to build a time machine and set it to 1986 mate. I was there.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: evalast1910 on October 09, 2009, 03:14:43 PM
So out of the weekend's games anyone want to try picking the point margins and see how close they get?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 12, 2009, 08:38:41 AM
The ESPN headline says it all

Browns edge Bills in battle of ineptitude (http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291011002)


Who'd have thought that the Broncos and Vikings would both be 5 and 0 ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 12, 2009, 12:10:39 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
The ESPN headline says it all

Browns edge Bills in battle of ineptitude (http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291011002)



HAHAHA

I have never met a Browns fan, but my bartender at the bar we go to for gameday is a Bills fan.

He had such high hopes after that first Monday night game.  He actually flew out to Miami for the Dolphins game (they lost)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2009, 12:56:01 PM
I picked the Panthers to win. Didn't see the Broncos or Browns winning and I had the 49ers beating the Falcons  :-/

We have the Falcons next, the Sunday night game and I have Monday off so that I can watch it :-D

Hope the Rams are as bad when they play us.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: evalast1910 on October 12, 2009, 01:12:33 PM
Washington cost me just over a grand! :@
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on October 12, 2009, 02:26:10 PM
Washington didn't. Your bet did.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: evalast1910 on October 12, 2009, 04:12:38 PM
Quote from: "Drummond"
Washington didn't. Your bet did.
Hmm....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on October 14, 2009, 06:08:52 PM
Entertainment for Wembley is confirmed. Can't say I'm impressed by Harris but Jenkins singing is always good.

Quote
Chart-topper Calvin Harris will get the 85,000 fans ready for action before the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers do battle at Wembley Stadium on Sunday October 25.

 

Harris, whose 'Ready For The Weekend' album went to number one in August, will headline the pregame show [Calvin Harris will perform pre-game at Wembley. Photo AP] before the Pepsi Max International Series, the third competitive, regular-season match the NFL has staged in London.

 

A gold-record holder from his first release, 'I Created Disco', Harris's Wembley performance will include the number-one single 'I'm Not Alone'.

 

Award-winning singer Katherine Jenkins will perform 'God Save The Queen' before the teams kick off. The first artist to win two successive Classical BRIT Awards, the mezzo-soprano from Wales has released six number one classical albums and has performed national anthems at rugby internationals, the FA Cup final and an Ashes Test match. The performer of the United States national anthem has yet to be announced. [Katherine Jenkins will sing the English national anthem at Wembley. Photo AP]

 

Last year, Stereophonics performed the pregame show, with Joss Stone and Ne-Yo singing the national anthems. At the inaugural International Series game in 2007, The Feeling were the headline act with Paul Potts and Jocelyn Brown performing the anthems.

 

The Patriots-Buccaneers game - a matchup of two teams who have won four of the last eight Super Bowls between them - kicks off at 5 p.m. It will be broadcast live on Sky Sports 2 and BBC Radio 5Live Sports Extra, with highlights on BBC Two later in the evening.


If anyone is still waiting for tickets, Ticketmaster says they have dispatched the last batch today.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 14, 2009, 07:41:19 PM
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"


If anyone is still waiting for tickets, Ticketmaster says they have dispatched the last batch today.


Mine hasn't arrived yet. I'll give it until Friday and then start hassling Ticketmaster.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 14, 2009, 11:08:24 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"


If anyone is still waiting for tickets, Ticketmaster says they have dispatched the last batch today.


Mine hasn't arrived yet. I'll give it until Friday and then start hassling Ticketmaster.


Still nothing here either. About to go postal on the postie...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 14, 2009, 11:10:53 PM
Are TM using Royal Mail or a courier?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: HTFCacc2007 on October 15, 2009, 07:31:49 AM
They are using Royal Mail, mine have just come. It's special delivery so will need to sign for them.

Also comes with the normal merchandise booklet! If you have tailgate tickets, admission is only guaranteed to 1pm (think it was 2pm last year!).

Really looking forward to next week!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2009, 10:24:17 AM
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"
They are using Royal Mail, mine have just come. It's special delivery so will need to sign for them.

Also comes with the normal merchandise booklet! If you have tailgate tickets, admission is only guaranteed to 1pm (think it was 2pm last year!).

Really looking forward to next week!


I can't remember whether my tickets are being sent to home or work. However, since I'm working from home today, I'm covered both ways.

Not sure if I have the tailgate tix this year.

My bestest H&V buddy got me tix last year, including for the tailgate. However, I thought it was crap. The queues were too long to get in the merchandise tent or have a go on any of the "sideshows". We just oggled the cheerleaders and then headed into the stadium.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 15, 2009, 11:20:57 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "HTFCacc2007"
They are using Royal Mail, mine have just come. It's special delivery so will need to sign for them.

Also comes with the normal merchandise booklet! If you have tailgate tickets, admission is only guaranteed to 1pm (think it was 2pm last year!).

Really looking forward to next week!


I can't remember whether my tickets are being sent to home or work. However, since I'm working from home today, I'm covered both ways.

Not sure if I have the tailgate tix this year.

My bestest H&V buddy got me tix last year, including for the tailgate. However, I thought it was crap. The queues were too long to get in the merchandise tent or have a go on any of the "sideshows". We just oggled the cheerleaders and then headed into the stadium.
c

OK, my head is spinning...

Queues?
Merchandise Tents?
Cheerleaders?
Sideshows?


WHERE IS TAILGATING AND WHAT HAVE YOU DONE WITH IT!!!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 15, 2009, 11:23:17 AM
also, this is an eventful weekend.

I am going to Iceland for a wedding, and since I am flying back to NY on Sunday afternoon, I will be missing my first Eagles game since 2002.

I think it's a good thing though.  I need this break.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 15, 2009, 11:54:38 AM
Yeah, my tickets have arrived this morning too.

Phew !
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2009, 01:42:07 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"


OK, my head is spinning...

Queues?
Merchandise Tents?
Cheerleaders?
Sideshows?


WHERE IS TAILGATING AND WHAT HAVE YOU DONE WITH IT!!!!!


Last year, what was advertised as the tailgating party was more like a fun fair or "The NFL Experience" that they hold at the superbowl site


Good news, tickets just arrived for the game
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 15, 2009, 07:08:12 PM
Hmmm.... I'm sure some team did this before. (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d8136dce7&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true://url)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 15, 2009, 10:00:19 PM
I predict the Cowboys D won't give up a single point this weekend!

*winky thing*
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 15, 2009, 10:21:01 PM
Without checking I'm guessing... bye week?

Da Bears defense wasn' breached last week either!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 16, 2009, 10:07:15 AM
I'm avoiding this thread
Bloody titans
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 16, 2009, 12:53:38 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
I'm avoiding this thread
Bloody titans


Oh well, easy game against the Patriots this weekend....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 16, 2009, 01:16:19 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
I'm avoiding this thread
Bloody titans


Oh well, easy game against the Patriots this weekend....



Awful secondary, check
Brady due a decent game, check

This could be a low point

Surely its worth giving VY a go
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 16, 2009, 01:27:02 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"


Surely its worth giving VY a go


Vince would seem to be the ideal "Wildcat" QB but I'm not sure about his ability to be a pocket/drop-back passer.

Plus he makes Tresco look stable
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on October 16, 2009, 01:32:24 PM
He cant do much worse than Collins.
Against Jaguars the other way he ended the game with something like 17 successive incompletions
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2009, 09:12:21 PM
Surely that's it for Zorn at the Skins. I think that's four winless teams that they've lost to
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2009, 11:26:09 PM
Titans losing fifty two nil what the fuck is going on?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 19, 2009, 09:05:29 AM
Quote from: "IanB"
Can you put this into plain English, please? (http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2009/10/bernies_back_--_kosar_joins_br.html)


Translation.............. "Browns are desperate"
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 19, 2009, 09:08:21 AM
Where's our resident Yankee-loving Eagles fan ?

http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291018013

Losing to the Raiders, how bad is that ?!?

Meanwhile, Zorn's had the play-calling responsibilities taken of him.

"Paging John Gruden......... John Gruden to D.C. please"



Looks like next week @ Wembley could be a bit one sided

Titans 0 - Patriots 59 (http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291018017)

The Brady Bunch's London opponents, the Bucs, are still without a win
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 19, 2009, 11:54:05 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Where's our resident Yankee-loving Eagles fan ?



I miss my first Eagles game in 8 years and look what happens!!

I actually planned my wedding for the eagles Bye week a few years back, so I wouldn't miss a live game (yeah... my lucky wife).

I got off the plane from Iceland, and I assumed they won...

I was wrong.

In a weird way, I am not THAT mad about it though.  I have a friend who is an Eagles fan, and for the last month he has been TORMENTING another friend of ours about how bad the Raiders are.  He has been really bad about it too.  It is actually getting a little annying.

So in a weird way, if we had to lose to the Raiders, this is the only way I would want it to happen.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 19, 2009, 03:21:15 PM
The Browns are truly an awful football team.   The Steelers gifted them three turnovers in a row yesterday and they gave us two back and then went three and out.  

Pathetic.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 20, 2009, 12:38:06 AM
Quote from: "usav"
The Browns are truly an awful football team.   The Steelers gifted them three turnovers in a row yesterday and they gave us two back and then went three and out.  

Pathetic.


I still won't call the Browns the Browns.

The Browns are the Baltimore Ravens.

It would be like if you had a kid named Mike, and that kid ran away from home.

So you had another kid a few years later, and you named him Mike as well.

and you dressed him the same, and you tried to make everyone think it was the same kid.

No one would buy it.

They would actually think you were crazy.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 20, 2009, 12:42:06 AM
At least I have finally had a decent week in the fantasy football.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 20, 2009, 01:05:37 PM
Quote from: "IanB"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "usav"
The Browns are truly an awful football team.   The Steelers gifted them three turnovers in a row yesterday and they gave us two back and then went three and out.  

Pathetic.


I still won't call the Browns the Browns.

The Browns are the Baltimore Ravens.

It would be like if you had a kid named Mike, and that kid ran away from home.

So you had another kid a few years later, and you named him Mike as well.

and you dressed him the same, and you tried to make everyone think it was the same kid.

No one would buy it.

They would actually think you were crazy.


Forgive my lack of knowledge of our US brethren, but how is this so?


Well it's quite simple.

The Cleveland Browns owner went to move his team to Baltimore, but I think was persuaded out of it after a short while??

The New York Titans are now the New York Jets.
The Baltimore Colts are the Indianapolis Colts.
The Chicago Cardinals became the St. Louis Cardinals and then the Arizona Cardinals.
The Decatur Staleys became the Chicago Staleys and then the Chicago Bears.
The Los Angeles Rams are the St. Louis Rams.
The Oakland Raiders became the Los Angeles Raiders and then back to the Oakland Raiders again.

What's not to understand? :-D

It's a bit like Wimbledon becoming the MK Dons.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2009, 01:53:21 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"


Well it's quite simple.

The Cleveland Browns owner went to move his team to Baltimore, but I think was persuaded out of it after a short while??

The New York Titans are now the New York Jets.
The Baltimore Colts are the Indianapolis Colts.
The Chicago Cardinals became the St. Louis Cardinals and then the Arizona Cardinals.
The Decatur Staleys became the Chicago Staleys and then the Chicago Bears.
The Los Angeles Rams are the St. Louis Rams.
The Oakland Raiders became the Los Angeles Raiders and then back to the Oakland Raiders again.

What's not to understand? :-D

It's a bit like Wimbledon becoming the MK Dons.



The Baltimore Ravens ARE the original Cleveland Browns.

As part of the deal allowing the Browns owner to move his team to Baltimore he agreed to leave the team's name and history for if/when the NFL placed an expansion team in Cleveland.

Al Davis did not have to do this when he moved the Raiders because, well ... Al Davis does whatever the feck he wants and no one can stop him (not even the all powerful and ultra-controlling NFL)


Other team moves / renamings

Portsmouth Spartans became the Detroit Lions

Dallas Texans became the Kansas City Chiefs

Houston Oilers became the Tennessee Oilers and then the Tennessee Titans

Boston Braves** became the Boston Redskins and then the Washington Redskins

The Pittsburgh Steelers were originally known by the same name as the city's baseball team, ie the Pirates**

A more minor change saw the Boston Patriots became the New England Patriots

Also, the Rams were actually in Cleveland before they moved to LA and then St Louis



This is just the current NFL teams. There were some great names in the past inc. Canton Bulldogs, Dayton Triangles, Pottsville Maroons and my favourite, Providence Steamroller.


(** continuing the baseball link, there were also football teams called the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Yankees)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 20, 2009, 03:05:18 PM
How did Green Bay survive when all of the other small town teams disappeared? (You'd think they'd have moved to Milwaukee).

I was chatting to a guy from Detroit who now lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. I said to him that at least the Panthers have had a decent team fairly recently and he pointed out that they haven't won a game this year which is worse than the Lions!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 20, 2009, 05:49:56 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
At least I have finally had a decent week in the fantasy football.


30th Overall this week! Takes me up to the giddy heights of 2,205th overall.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2009, 06:24:33 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
How did Green Bay survive when all of the other small town teams disappeared? (You'd think they'd have moved to Milwaukee).


The Packers used to play a game each season in Milwaukee


Revenue sharing and the salary cap in the NFL means that a small town like Green Bay can survive.

Its strange that in the hotbed of capitalism there's something like the NFL which is almost communist-like in its structure
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 20, 2009, 07:08:59 PM
Not for much longer.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 22, 2009, 11:48:15 AM
Quote from: "IanB"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "usav"
The Browns are truly an awful football team.   The Steelers gifted them three turnovers in a row yesterday and they gave us two back and then went three and out.  

Pathetic.


I still won't call the Browns the Browns.

The Browns are the Baltimore Ravens.

It would be like if you had a kid named Mike, and that kid ran away from home.

So you had another kid a few years later, and you named him Mike as well.

and you dressed him the same, and you tried to make everyone think it was the same kid.

No one would buy it.

They would actually think you were crazy.


Forgive my lack of knowledge of our US brethren, but how is this so?


To sum it up without throwing all these names in the mix, Cleveland as a city owned the name "Cleveland Browns" so when the owner moved them (keep in mind, he moved them because he was a prick, and not because they couldn't sell tickets), he just changed the name.

So the current Browns are just the second go at a team.

The Browns have always had a great fan base, which makes it even worse that shortly after they moved and vhanged their name, the new team, the BALTIMORE RAVENS won a superbowl!  So that could have been a BROWNS superbowl!

The funniest part to me is: Who the hell moves a team from Cleveland to Baltimore?

It's like they couldn't just be in one TERRIBLE city, they needed to be in TWO!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2009, 12:49:40 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
How did Green Bay survive when all of the other small town teams disappeared? (You'd think they'd have moved to Milwaukee).


The Packers used to play a game each season in Milwaukee


Revenue sharing and the salary cap in the NFL means that a small town like Green Bay can survive.

Its strange that in the hotbed of capitalism there's something like the NFL which is almost communist-like in its structure


The worst team gets the best draft pick and in theory an easier schedule. It is amazingly left-wing.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2009, 11:20:07 PM
Quote
Thanks, appreciate that. So why will the Browns always be the Ravens, then? I don't get that bit. Sorry to go on!


I am guessing that the actual players went from Cleveland to the Baltimore Ravens. So it was Cleveland's players that won the Superbowl as Baltimore.

Not a big fan of Franchise movements.

Haven't Los Angeles and San Antonio been rumoured to be wanting an NFL Team.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2009, 07:48:58 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"


Haven't Los Angeles and San Antonio been rumoured to be wanting an NFL Team.


Gov. Arnie approved an LA stadium yesterday

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4585508

Now all LA needs to do is persuade the NFL to give them a team.

I hope there's another expansion. There's 300m plus people in the USA, so they should be able to manage an extra couple of teams.

San Antonio makes sense as being the other new team
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 23, 2009, 09:03:51 AM
No thoughts of adding Canadian teams? I know there's the CFL, but it's not the same.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2009, 01:55:09 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
No thoughts of adding Canadian teams? I know there's the CFL, but it's not the same.


Buffalo have been playing a few games in Toronto in recent seasons.

That's really the only viable place to put a team in Canada
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 23, 2009, 07:32:27 PM
Give the expansion spot to the Mexico City Aztecs, or the Brummie Bears.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 25, 2009, 12:01:28 PM
Here's today's fantasy team...

QB Manning IND @ STL
RB Tomlinson SD @ KC
RB Jones NYJ @ OAK
WR Collie IND @ STL
WR Smith NYG vs ARI
TE Miller PIT vs MIN
K Stover IND @ STL
DEF Packers (boo... hiss...) @ CLE
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 25, 2009, 05:51:16 PM
Yawn... shittest Wembley game ever.

Since 2000 anyway.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 25, 2009, 09:27:08 PM
Aaaaaaagh.

Nobody told me that when Titans were on a bye week Bears have to play like them.

We could beat their 59-0 defeat at this rate.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2009, 08:19:30 AM
Right from the early interception it was clear that yesterday's Wembley game was going to be a romp for the Pats.

Even though The Golden Boy threw for over 300 yards and 3 TD's they never had to get out of second gear to beat the Bucs. If Randy Moss hadn't have had another of his "alligator arms" days, the Pats could easily have passed 50 points again.

The Bucs fans (they've always had a big following in the UK) tried their best to make it like a proper home game.

Although it wasn't a great game it was still an entertaining evening.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 26, 2009, 11:10:03 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Right from the early interception it was clear that yesterday's Wembley game was going to be a romp for the Pats.

Even though The Golden Boy threw for over 300 yards and 3 TD's they never had to get out of second gear to beat the Bucs. If Randy Moss hadn't have had another of his "alligator arms" days, the Pats could easily have passed 50 points again.

The Bucs fans (they've always had a big following in the UK) tried their best to make it like a proper home game.


Although it wasn't a great game it was still an entertaining evening.


The Bucs have a big following over there?

Really?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2009, 11:32:54 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"


The Bucs have a big following over there?

Really?


Yep

They've had probably the most active UK fan club. Whenever UK NFL fans get publicity its more often or not the Bucs fans.

Weird I know
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 26, 2009, 12:50:20 PM
My 1st team play my 2nd team this weekend - Browns @ Bears.

The way da Bears played against the Bengals we could lose this though :-(
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 27, 2009, 06:15:22 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Right from the early interception it was clear that yesterday's Wembley game was going to be a romp for the Pats.

Even though The Golden Boy threw for over 300 yards and 3 TD's they never had to get out of second gear to beat the Bucs. If Randy Moss hadn't have had another of his "alligator arms" days, the Pats could easily have passed 50 points again.

The Bucs fans (they've always had a big following in the UK) tried their best to make it like a proper home game.


Although it wasn't a great game it was still an entertaining evening.


The Bucs have a big following over there?

Really?


I've never met a single Bucs fan.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 27, 2009, 06:25:54 PM
The NFL have got a new toy, primarily aimed at UK fans, to help you decide which team to support. There are three different ways to decide.

http://www.nfl-360.com/pick-team

I tried it out of curiosity and I should be a Packers (whatthefuck???), Broncos, or Browns fan.

I'm not changing though. Once a Bear, always a misery-arse.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 28, 2009, 07:57:14 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"


I've never met a single Bucs fan.


Well, no one's gonna admit to being one at the moment

Channel 4 coverage and the early days of the NFL on Sky used to be full of them
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on October 28, 2009, 10:16:21 AM
I'm still top of my Fantasy League by half a game.

I did that team thing and the first option was the 49ers; I did start to follow them when I was first interested but only because they were good and had an interesting (to me) passing game.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 28, 2009, 01:08:08 PM
Steelers/ Giants/ Patriots - If only I'd have done that online test years ago I'd support a good team!

The Thursday games must start soon - when is Thanksgiving again?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 28, 2009, 04:16:09 PM
Last Thursday in November, I believe.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2009, 09:11:44 AM
Life as a fan of Randy's other team (http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=latulippe/091022&sportCat=nfl)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tony Boucher on October 29, 2009, 02:12:50 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Right from the early interception it was clear that yesterday's Wembley game was going to be a romp for the Pats.

Even though The Golden Boy threw for over 300 yards and 3 TD's they never had to get out of second gear to beat the Bucs. If Randy Moss hadn't have had another of his "alligator arms" days, the Pats could easily have passed 50 points again.

The Bucs fans (they've always had a big following in the UK) tried their best to make it like a proper home game.


Although it wasn't a great game it was still an entertaining evening.


The Bucs have a big following over there?

Really?


I've never met a single Bucs fan.


I'm a Bucs fan, having lived on the gulf coast of Florida for a few years.  Went on Sunday & was slightly relieved it wasn't the 50-point monstering that it could've been.  
Woeful, woeful team at the moment (and for the foreseeable).  Practice on Saturday consisted of a brief session in the ballroom of the Intercontinental Hotel & it looked like that was the most they'd practiced all season!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 02, 2009, 07:52:32 AM
Favre returned to Green Bay and lead the Vikes to victory with 4 TD passes.

He can retire a happy man now
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 02, 2009, 11:51:45 AM
E A G L E S!!!!

Beating the Giants is literally my new superbowl.

(since I know we are never getting back to the real superbowl)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 02, 2009, 04:42:51 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Favre returned to Green Bay and lead the Vikes to victory with 4 TD passes.

He can retire a happy man now


Great game that.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2009, 12:02:38 AM
The one time in my entire life I want the Packers to win and they balls it up. Good victory for Bears over Randy's other team, shame we can't play them every week. They really are shite.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pdiddybaby on November 03, 2009, 09:04:27 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
The one time in my entire life I want the Packers to win and they balls it up. Good victory for Bears over Randy's other team, shame we can't play them every week. They really are shite.


and now the GM has been sacked after Randy said he was 'sick' after the Bears game. From a Villa point of view, his descions on coaches and GM's have been very, well, poor. It does make you wonder what would happen if he had to replace MON any time soon ?

Randy has claimed he wasnt a 'strong, credible' candidate but he has made so many mistakes it is no wonder over in Brown's land why there are serious questions over his judgement.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 03, 2009, 09:26:37 AM
....and I'm still top of the league.

Having Maurice Jones-Drew, Pierre Thomas, Reggie Wayne and the Saints Defence certainly helps. I only wish I'd picked Favre ahead of Cutler as QB.

Next week Cutler will be benched as I picked up Alex Smith last week.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 05, 2009, 09:59:05 AM
LAdies and gentlemen.....

WE WON A GAME

CJ is special, he really is
even VY looked decent
thats me done for the season
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 07, 2009, 05:52:59 PM
Quote from: "pdiddybaby"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
The one time in my entire life I want the Packers to win and they balls it up. Good victory for Bears over Randy's other team, shame we can't play them every week. They really are shite.


and now the GM has been sacked after Randy said he was 'sick' after the Bears game. From a Villa point of view, his descions on coaches and GM's have been very, well, poor. It does make you wonder what would happen if he had to replace MON any time soon ?

Randy has claimed he wasnt a 'strong, credible' candidate but he has made so many mistakes it is no wonder over in Brown's land why there are serious questions over his judgement.


I have to be honest, I hate Mangini, and even made jokes about how bad a pick he was...

But keep in mind, when he first came t the jets, they called him Mangenius.

HE isn't THAT bad a pick (I mean he was bad, but the gamble may have been worth it).  The Jets were pretty much atrocious, and they didn't give him an ption the Favre situation, and he still got them 8 wins.

Now the Jets have the same team with a different qb (keep in mind, although Favre is doing well now, he was HORRIBLE last year) and they are off to a much worse start.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 07, 2009, 10:06:55 PM
Chris Johnson says we can go 10-6
Fool!
I fancy us to end 5-11
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 09, 2009, 08:20:00 PM
Quote from: "sali,salifou"
Chris Johnson says we can go 10-6
Fool!
I fancy us to end 5-11


CJ's not looking so daft at the moment !!


Meanwhile, the Bucs won a game by beating Green Bay ..................... how the feck did that happen?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 09, 2009, 08:28:06 PM
Because Green Bay are shit... as I keep telling everyone.

Not as shit as us though, unfortunately.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 13, 2009, 01:41:35 AM
I hate thursday night football
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 13, 2009, 08:28:31 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I hate thursday night football


I suspect that there'll be a few other on here soon moaning about it as well after Cutler's performance.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 13, 2009, 11:24:44 AM
I don't like MNF either.

The best part about sunday is you go to a bar for your game, and there are TONS of other fans, and tons of other games all on at the same time.  You watch your game, and you watch parts of all the others.

with MNF and TNF there are four teams worth of fans with no excuse to hit the bar on Sunday...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on November 13, 2009, 11:27:42 AM
Not to mention last night's thursday night football was shocking...
But 5 picks for Cutler? Wow!
Titans have bills this weekend, can see a 3rd win on the trot, playoffs here we come!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 13, 2009, 12:19:43 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I hate thursday night football


I suspect that there'll be a few other on here soon moaning about it as well after Cutler's performance.


You're not bloody wrong.

He managed to score an incredible -3 points for my team. So now I'm playing the 2nd placed team in the league and I'm already losing by 3 with one player already played. Arse.

5 bloody picks. 5. He's had way too many this season already.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 13, 2009, 12:21:06 PM
I've also got Alex Smith who was on the bench, he was way better than Cutler and managed to score 0 points.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 13, 2009, 01:57:41 PM
Great to see The Boys erase at least some of the memory of the mauling by the Eagles last season.

Without being spectacular they are really progressing (even with Roy Williams!) Also forgot the advice from earlier to record the programme after on Ch5 and saw Sky+ run out just after the Eagles F/G made it 20-16. Grr!

Now it's off to Lambeu....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 15, 2009, 11:41:57 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
I hate thursday night football


I suspect that there'll be a few other on here soon moaning about it as well after Cutler's performance.

Sorry I'm late. I've been too depressed to visit this thread.
I'm officially writing this season off now.
"This season off". See?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 15, 2009, 02:07:14 PM
Did I see somewhere that the BBC are covering the Cowboys / Packers game on Five Live or Sports Extra?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 15, 2009, 02:13:08 PM
Yes they are.

Must be an international week-end.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 16, 2009, 08:24:16 AM
I think that BBC Sports Extra have been doing regular coverage this season
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 16, 2009, 08:27:55 AM
I see that the Titans march to the Superbowl is continuing. 3 and 0 since Vince took over.

The Broncos are heading in the opposite direction having lost three in a row and their now not even capable of beating a horrible Redskins team.

Looks like the Saints were lucky to remain unbeaten
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 16, 2009, 09:54:44 AM
Quote from: "Drummond"
I've also got Alex Smith who was on the bench, he was way better than Cutler and managed to score 0 points.


Cutler had a bloody nightmare. The Bears were much better than the 49ers but Cutler kept throwing interceptions, 5 in total I think.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 16, 2009, 09:04:30 PM
Anyone else notice Sali,Salifou getting his e-mail read out on the 5 coverage of the excellent Colts-Pats game?

Did you enjoy your moment of fame?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 17, 2009, 07:33:55 AM
Randy's Browns lost to the real Browns last night to confirm their general crappiness
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 17, 2009, 08:36:46 AM
But I won despite Cutler and am two and a half games ahead with 3 to play. Looks like I'll be Number 1 rank in the play-offs. Result.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 17, 2009, 09:05:27 AM
Good luck Drummond.

I was crap at my 'expert picks' this week.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on November 17, 2009, 10:08:18 AM
Thanks, I'll inevitably get knocked out in the first round.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2009, 11:11:34 AM
For our Titans fans

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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 24, 2009, 02:39:20 AM
I am really rooting for Vince Young tonight.

Always really liked the guy.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 24, 2009, 07:48:48 AM
Vinn-Y now 4 and 0 since he got the starting QB job back
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 24, 2009, 01:03:47 PM
Titans now a very long shot for the play-offs?

In the AFC they'd only be able to lose 1 more game maximum.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 26, 2009, 08:27:34 PM
This kid could start at Linebacker for the Browns next week !!

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Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on November 26, 2009, 08:36:46 PM
Am I the only one pissing myself laughing at that clip?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 26, 2009, 08:42:59 PM
The hapless Lions against the Pack currently on Sky.

This'll be followed by my equally hapless Raiders at the Cowboys and then a match up of two teams that started out great but that are now hopelessly out of form, Giants at Broncos
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 26, 2009, 08:45:44 PM
Why oh why does the NFL insist on inflicting the woeful Lions on us every Thanksgiving?

Some traditions should be allowed to die.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 27, 2009, 08:42:20 AM
That's 5 defeats in their last six games for the G-Men


Also, no love for Lovie in Chicago

From ESPN
Quote
We've been following the Lovie Smith hot seat scenario in Chicago, and as of yesterday, there was a report from radio host Hub Arkush -- also the publisher of Pro Football Weekly -- that the Bears were looking at options to replace both Smith and GM Jerry Angelo.

Asked to comment, two of the Bears players were angered about the report. "If it was information that we were all privy to and it was true, we'd have to deal with it. But when it's just speculation, it kind of leads you to believe that certain people have certain agendas," tight end Desmond Clark said. Conspiracy? Maybe ...

"I probably don't believe that's true. If it is, it means that somebody is giving up. And we haven't given up," Adewale Ogunleye said, but added, "the league is fueled by [speculation]. All we can do is put the blinders on and go out there and just play football."

Interestingly, neither player was effusive with praise for Lovie. But there could be a schism developing in the organization on his future.


Bill Cowher time?!?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 27, 2009, 05:56:41 PM
Hasn't Bill Cowher moved to Chicago and said that he'd like the job?

I think his salary could be a sticking point though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 01, 2009, 07:55:54 AM
Time to install the Saints as Superbowl favorites

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291130018
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 01, 2009, 01:35:26 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Time to install the Saints as Superbowl favorites

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291130018


I'm still expecting them to come undone at some point......they can't go the whole season and playoffs playing that kind of 'we'll just score more than you' attitude, can they?

Same with the Colts.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 01, 2009, 01:58:08 PM
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Time to install the Saints as Superbowl favorites

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291130018


I'm still expecting them to come undone at some point......they can't go the whole season and playoffs playing that kind of 'we'll just score more than you' attitude, can they?

Same with the Colts.


It worked for the St Louis "Greatest Show on Turf" Rams
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 01, 2009, 02:23:14 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "usav"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Time to install the Saints as Superbowl favorites

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291130018


I'm still expecting them to come undone at some point......they can't go the whole season and playoffs playing that kind of 'we'll just score more than you' attitude, can they?

Same with the Colts.


It worked for the St Louis "Greatest Show on Turf" Rams


But they weren't unbeaten.

They'll probably rest players and lose a game at the end of the regular season.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 01, 2009, 05:58:28 PM
The Saints and the Colts both look capable of going the whole season without defeat. Could be a classic Superbowl. I don't think they will rest too many if the 19-0 is still possible. They might bench players when they are miles ahead in the third/fourth quarters.

I hope one of them does it cos I don't like the Patriots and it would be nice for someone to do it before they do. Preferably the Bears, but I'm not sure the league will still be going in three thousand years' time.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2009, 02:04:53 PM
How well do you know your 2000s Quarterbacks ? (http://www.sporcle.com/games/Wafez/quarterbacks_2000s)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2009, 07:18:58 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"


I hope one of them does it cos I don't like the Patriots and it would be nice for someone to do it before they do.


As much as I try to like the Patriots, what with them being from the Boston area, they do make it difficult.

Billy B has got to be the most arrogant, obnoxious coach in the sport and Tom Brady just comes across as smug.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 04, 2009, 11:56:47 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"


I hope one of them does it cos I don't like the Patriots and it would be nice for someone to do it before they do.


As much as I try to like the Patriots, what with them being from the Boston area, they do make it difficult.

Billy B has got to be the most arrogant, obnoxious coach in the sport and Tom Brady just comes across as smug.


The thing I hate most about Bill B (aside from the whole spygate crap) is that people call him a genius every second of the day.

But he has a GREAT team.

If it is all him, like peple insist it is, why wasn't he a genius when they chased him out of Cleveland?

Surely the Browns could have used a GENIUS!

(sidenote: my son was actually born as the Giants beat the PAts in the superbowl, sparing me from watching my two least favorite teams play)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2009, 07:55:22 AM
The NCAA BCS title game is now set; its Texas v Alabama.

Both teams are undefeated, so I suppose I can't really argue.

Upstarts TCU and Boise State do make a BCS bowl game but they're pitched against each other in the Fiesta Bowl. Its almost like the BCS people said, "Ok, we have to let you in but just go over there out the way and play by yourselves".


Meanwhile in the NFL, the Colts (over Vinn-Y and the resurgent Titans) and Saints remain undefeated. However, New Orleans only just scraped an OT victory over the DC Native Americans.


There was another win for my Raiders. They must be the most perplexing team in the NFL; only four wins but three of them are over the Bengals, Eagles and now the Steelers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2009, 08:39:01 AM
R.I.P. Tim "Barrel Man" McKernan

(http://www.perituspr.com/components/com_mojo/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/barrel.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 07, 2009, 09:00:16 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
The NCAA BCS title game is now set; its Texas v Alabama.

Both teams are undefeated, so I suppose I can't really argue.

Upstarts TCU and Boise State do make a BCS bowl games but they're pitched against each other in the Fiesta Bowl. Its almost like the BCS people said, "Ok, we have to let you in but just go over there out the way and play by yourselves".


Meanwhile in the NFL, the Colts (over Vinn-Y and the resurgent Titans) and Saints remain undefeated. However, New Orleans only just scraped an OT victory over the DC Native Americans.


There was another win for my Raiders. They must be the most perplexing team in the NFL; only four wins but three of them are over the Bengals, Eagles and now the Steelers.


They're a nightmare to predict each week!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 07, 2009, 05:26:09 PM
I see the Redskins missed a 23-yard field goal that would've put them ten points up with 1.30 left. Saints might start to think their name is on the V**** L******* Trophy.

Mid you, I thought the same a few years back when the Bears beat Arizona ('The Miracle in the Desert') but we still ballsed it up in the end.

Not sure whether I was pleased we won this week or not. While we are still mathematically in the play-off hunt Smith won't try any younger players. We desperately need some to come through with limited draft picks next year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2009, 12:38:52 PM
Since I was without internet access for most of Fri & Sat, I've only just become aware of this.

Pittsburgh Steelers 6 - Cleveland Villa 13 (http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=291210005)

That's now two wins this season for Randy's other team and means that the Steelers are under .500 after 5 straight defeats
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 13, 2009, 12:41:57 PM
Both Villas ended their hoodoos this week-end then!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2009, 12:44:10 PM
One for all you Patriot haters .....................

Patriots mascot arrested in prostitution sting (http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/local/Patriots_mascot_among_14_arrested_in_RI_sex_sting)

No news as to whether he was in costume at the time of the arrest

(http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/11/2009/12/500x_patpatriot_20091211192753_640_480.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2009, 08:53:21 AM
Bengals' Chris Henry suffers "life threatening injuries".

Apparently he fell out of the back of a pickup truck (http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/12/16/bengals.henry/index.html)

Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 18, 2009, 08:03:33 AM
Chris Henry didn't make it (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4750615)

Dead at 26

(http://images.athlonsports.com/d/12339-1/ChrisHenry.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 18, 2009, 09:07:55 AM
I still don't really understand the details of this, he had an argument with his missus and fell out of a pick-up truck??

Still, not good to go at that (my) age.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 18, 2009, 01:13:39 PM
Something like that.  They had a domestic, she drove off in the truck, he ran after her and jumped in the back of the truck and carried on the argument, and about 1/2 mile from the house he fell out.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 18, 2009, 07:25:16 PM
Yep, sad news about Chris Henry.

Here's hoping the Boys can beat the Saints on Sat night...oh hang on, it's December isn't it?

Oh well....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 20, 2009, 10:04:43 PM
Bears losing again. Thanks for the memories Smith and Angelo... Now fuck off. Feel free to take the McCaskey family with you.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 21, 2009, 01:24:43 AM
Wow - what a win for the Steelers against the Packers.  Grabbed victory from the jaws of defeat.  So bad, it was brilliant.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2009, 08:38:27 AM
I forgot that the Cowboys @ Saints was on Saturday.

Shame to see the latter lose their unbeaten record

Some weird results all round this weekend including another surprising for my Raiders despite having to play the abysmal Jamarcus at QB late in the game.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 21, 2009, 03:36:23 PM
Quote
Shame to see the letter lose their unbeaten record


No it wasn't! :-)

That was some of the best all-round stuff the Cowboys have played this season. Trouble is, they're so frighteningly inconsistent that they'll probably lose against the Skins now.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 22, 2009, 09:22:20 AM
Mike Holmgren joins Cleveland Villa (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4762828)


EDIT: Concentrated so hard on spelling "Holmgren" right, I misspelt "Mike" !!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 22, 2009, 10:27:25 AM
What exactly does a President do in NFL?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 22, 2009, 11:12:19 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Mile Holmgren joins Cleveland Villa (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4762828)


This news should read:

NFL CANCELS Browns Franchise

College teams that could beat the Browns:
1) Texas
2) Florida
3) Cincy
4) Miami
5) Uconn Womens Basketball Team
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 22, 2009, 12:48:54 PM
The Steelers couldn't though... They didn't even beat us!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 23, 2009, 08:23:32 PM
Come on you titans! Great second half of the season, the playoffs might be just out of reach but I think we could cause some damage next year
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 24, 2009, 11:55:31 AM
Can the 49ers qualify for the playoffs?
I don't think they can...........
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2009, 11:59:24 AM
It's gotten to the stage of the season:-

Come on high draft pick!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on December 24, 2009, 12:22:25 PM
If the titans are out of the playoff picture after this weekend I'm all for giving the ball to CJ every play the week after to boost his stats
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 24, 2009, 02:17:18 PM
I am going to the Eagles Broncos game on Sunday

Going to see Dakins return to the Linc!!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pdiddybaby on December 24, 2009, 02:27:16 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
What exactly does a President do in NFL?


from the reports Holmgren will have the same power at the Browns as MON has at Villa, total control over all on the field stuff.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 24, 2009, 03:03:14 PM
So what will the Coach do?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 24, 2009, 03:04:32 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
It's gotten to the stage of the season:-

Come on high draft pick!

Just one small snag... We have already given away our top two picks.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pdiddybaby on December 24, 2009, 03:05:42 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
So what will the Coach do?


what Steve Walford does at Villa, Holmgren will lay down the main plays and will change the Browns to West coast, the coach if not Mangini will basically do as Holmgren says obivously with nuances
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 24, 2009, 06:49:14 PM
I can't see Mangini standing for that... mind you I suppose if he's not exactly fighting off the job offers he doesn't have much choice.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 02, 2010, 09:25:24 PM
Oh Lizz....oh Lizz - Happy New Year!

(SEVENTEEN - NIL)

xx

Roll on the Eagles...gulp!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pdiddybaby on January 03, 2010, 09:22:35 PM
so Browns win 4 on the trot for the first time in 14 years, clearly playing for Mangiani, interesting call for Holmgren now.

things are defintely lookin brighter if the QB position can be sorted
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on January 04, 2010, 01:21:49 AM
The Eagles 'performance' tonight was a fucking disgrace - first time I've actually managed to see them live this season and they stank my tv out. Better fuckin buck your ideas up for next week boys - especially YOU McNabb!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2010, 11:29:23 AM
I think that the Pats have had it after this news about Wes Welker (http://itiswhatitis.weei.com/sports/newengland/football/patriots/2010/01/03/reports-welker-tears-mcl-and-acl-in-left-knee/)

Quote
Saturday, January 9, 2010

New York Jets at Cincinnati Bengals
Philadelphia Eagles at Dallas Cowboys

Sunday, January 10, 2010

Baltimore Ravens at New England Patriots
Green Bay Packers at Arizona Cardinals
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 04, 2010, 11:39:52 AM
Quote from: "puppyfeat"
The Eagles 'performance' tonight was a fucking disgrace - first time I've actually managed to see them live this season and they stank my tv out. Better fuckin buck your ideas up for next week boys - especially YOU McNabb!


I'm still not too worried about the cowboys.  Already made the playoffs and several players had a limited role.

When youre already in the playoffs, you take your foot of the gas sometimes.

I don't see why they can't win next week.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on January 04, 2010, 12:02:32 PM
Well I guess there's one consolation - they can't possibly play as badly again. If they do their homework and preparations right this week, then they ought to be more competitive on Saturday. To be fair, almost nothing came off for the Eagles and games like that don't happen too often. However, they'll need to work on their offensive gameplan as the Cowboys defence did a good job on them last night.

Actually, there might be another consolation for Eagles fans. In the Sky studio last night they mentioned there was a strong rumour in the US that the teams for this year's Wembley match will be the 49ers (almost definitely) against whichever team lost between Dallas-Philly last night.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mazrim on January 04, 2010, 12:34:16 PM
Come on you Cheeseheads!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2010, 01:34:54 PM
Quote from: "puppyfeat"


Actually, there might be another consolation for Eagles fans. In the Sky studio last night they mentioned there was a strong rumour in the US that the teams for this year's Wembley match will be the 49ers (almost definitely) against whichever team lost between Dallas-Philly last night.


The rumour I heard was that it would be a JAX home game, possibly against the Redskins. However, I've also heard that it could be KC v SEA
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 04, 2010, 04:30:30 PM
Quote from: "Mazrim"
Come on you Cheeseheads!


My sentiments too.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: richard moore on January 05, 2010, 11:25:54 AM
Go Eagles. I have them at 5-1 to win the NFC championship so hoping they can recover from last weekend..
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 06, 2010, 08:38:06 AM
Quote from: "richard moore"
Go Eagles. I have them at 5-1 to win the NFC championship so hoping they can recover from last weekend..


or maybe they could try to BLITZ

Since that is what they are famous for, and they did it zero times last weekend...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2010, 09:28:19 AM
Hey pmarachi, what are you doing up before 4am ET posting on H&V ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 06, 2010, 10:42:23 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Hey pmarachi, what are you doing up before 4am ET posting on H&V ?


tell me about it...

haha
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2010, 10:44:23 AM
Its Texas v Alabama in the NCAA BCS College Football Championship this week.

Apparently they're playing for the TARDIS Trophy

(http://www.espnamerica.com/images/espna/Portal/Features/CollegeFootball/CFB_illustration1_sw_410.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 08, 2010, 09:15:27 AM
Sweet Home Alabama (http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=300070333)

Crimson Tide 37, Longhorns 21
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 10, 2010, 04:19:01 AM
This is a bit rubbish. Hope the Cardinals and Ravens win tomorrow to cheer me up.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: richard moore on January 10, 2010, 09:50:48 AM
Bloody Eagles - always let me down, ever the bridesmaid and never the bride

Good to see the Jets go through - always think it is nice when teams who haven't been at the races for a long time suddenly appear at the business end of things. Bit like us in the league cup semis...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 10, 2010, 01:00:54 PM
Come on you boys! Only got to see the last hour due to a power cut - when Sky + started it was 27-7 and then Felix Jones scored so while that was great it rather ruined any anticipation of the result!

Noticed George Bush hob-nobbing with Jerry Jones.

Vikings next. Easy, easy....not!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 10, 2010, 05:20:01 PM
Cowboys v Vikings, hmm... can they both lose please?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2010, 05:55:20 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Cowboys v Vikings, hmm... can they both lose please?


Can Jerry Jones and Brett Favre fit their egos in the same stadium ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pdiddybaby on January 10, 2010, 07:08:57 PM
to see Jones and Dubya Bush high five after a TD makes it clear which team most sensible people should support, Vikings all the way.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: richard moore on January 10, 2010, 07:54:13 PM
Quote from: "pdiddybaby"
to see Jones and Dubya Bush high five after a TD makes it clear which team most sensible people should support, Vikings all the way.


And me now the Eagles are out. I like their purple kit and they have been crap for so many years, they deserve it...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 11, 2010, 07:58:29 AM
Wow !

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a5f0c/NFL-GameDay-Packers-vs-Cardinals-highlights
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mazrim on January 11, 2010, 09:34:18 AM
I watched every second of it. Great game (due to shocking pass coverage) but a gut wrenching finale.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Guy M on January 11, 2010, 12:35:09 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Wow !

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a5f0c/NFL-GameDay-Packers-vs-Cardinals-highlights

Just saw scoreline on SSN. I knew H&V wouldn't let me down when it came to finding out more.

Joining this thread pretty late and unlikely I'll stick around. Used to be really into NFL about 20 years ago, supported Dallas as theirs was the first game I saw on Channel 4 (beating NY Jets I think). I assume most of those posting on this thread used to frequent the shop in Oasis in town. Not still there is it?

Visited Dallas a couple of years ago for a WWE event and found the locals to be pretty vile, so been less inclined to support them since then. Philadelphia on the other hand was an awesome place with great people and so I find myself torn between two teams in the same division.

richard moore: I assume you've been to the City of Brotherly Love then?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2010, 12:54:22 PM
Quote from: "Mazrim"
I watched every second of it. Great game (due to shocking pass coverage) but a gut wrenching finale.


I greatly enjoyed the game and the finale.

Nice to see that the coin toss didn't decide the game like it usually does.

MVP should have been Feely for punting and kicking :o)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 11, 2010, 12:58:29 PM
I watched this game last night (nowt else on!) and while I didn't understand much of what was going on it was good fun.

Was it a shock result?

One other question, why do the home crowd seem to make more noise when they are defending rather than when attacking?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Guy M on January 11, 2010, 01:00:27 PM
Quote from: "pdiddybaby"
to see Jones and Dubya Bush high five after a TD makes it clear which team most sensible people should support, Vikings all the way.

That ALMOST clinched the official ending of my support... but then I realised that Michael Vick now plays for Phillie and I'm all confused again.

Ah well, might just go and start reading the whole thread while I try and decide what to do.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2010, 01:09:09 PM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
I watched this game last night (nowt else on!) and while I didn't understand much of what was going on it was good fun.

Was it a shock result?

One other question, why do the home crowd seem to make more noise when they are defending rather than when attacking?


Technically the Cardinals had a better record over the season, so it wasn't a shock. I think most people thought that the Packers would win though.

The reason that they less noise on offence (offense) is that they don't want their team to 'false start', which would result in a penalty flag and them losing yards. If the Centre (Center) and the QB can't hear the count, then they'll go too early or too late.

Some teams fans are more disiplined at remaining quiet than others.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on January 11, 2010, 01:21:45 PM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
One other question, why do the home crowd seem to make more noise when they are defending rather than when attacking?


To cause more disruption to the opposition, the idea being that the opposition can't hear the plays being called and to make it more intimidating.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 11, 2010, 03:53:40 PM
Quote from: "Guy M"
I assume most of those posting on this thread used to frequent the shop in Oasis in town. Not still there is it?


I bought a few things from them but they never seemed to have the size I wanted. A pretty good store though.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 11, 2010, 04:43:53 PM
Quote from: "Mazrim"
I watched every second of it. Great game (due to shocking pass coverage) but a gut wrenching finale.


Me too. Neither side had a clue how to defend.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 11, 2010, 04:56:22 PM
One of the best games ever, no question.   Shocking way for it to end though.  

The Saints offence should have a field day against the Cardinal's defence next week.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 11, 2010, 07:38:24 PM
Cracking game in the end was worried that Arizona had blown it but they came good in the end.

Two of the teams I really don't want to win are gone... bye bye Packers and Patriots... just need the winners of Vikings v Cowboys to lose the Championship game and I will be happy.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 11, 2010, 11:38:14 PM
Quote from: "Guy M"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Wow !

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a5f0c/NFL-GameDay-Packers-vs-Cardinals-highlights

Just saw scoreline on SSN. I knew H&V wouldn't let me down when it came to finding out more.

Joining this thread pretty late and unlikely I'll stick around. Used to be really into NFL about 20 years ago, supported Dallas as theirs was the first game I saw on Channel 4 (beating NY Jets I think). I assume most of those posting on this thread used to frequent the shop in Oasis in town. Not still there is it?

Visited Dallas a couple of years ago for a WWE event and found the locals to be pretty vile, so been less inclined to support them since then. Philadelphia on the other hand was an awesome place with great people and so I find myself torn between two teams in the same division.

richard moore: I assume you've been to the City of Brotherly Love then?


I like you already.

It would be nice to have another Iggles fan around...

Next year is the year of the birds...  Watch!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2010, 01:29:16 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Quote from: "Guy M"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Wow !

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a5f0c/NFL-GameDay-Packers-vs-Cardinals-highlights

Just saw scoreline on SSN. I knew H&V wouldn't let me down when it came to finding out more.

Joining this thread pretty late and unlikely I'll stick around. Used to be really into NFL about 20 years ago, supported Dallas as theirs was the first game I saw on Channel 4 (beating NY Jets I think). I assume most of those posting on this thread used to frequent the shop in Oasis in town. Not still there is it?

Visited Dallas a couple of years ago for a WWE event and found the locals to be pretty vile, so been less inclined to support them since then. Philadelphia on the other hand was an awesome place with great people and so I find myself torn between two teams in the same division.

richard moore: I assume you've been to the City of Brotherly Love then?


I like you already.

It would be nice to have another Iggles fan around...

Next year is the year of the birds...  Watch!


Falcons or Cardinals?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2010, 07:18:09 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"


Falcons or Cardinals?


Seahawks

I think that Pete Carroll bailed out of USC before the NCAA look too closely at the program
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 15, 2010, 07:16:09 PM
Denver & San Fran for Wembley in October.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 15, 2010, 09:20:07 PM
That could be a good game......Denver had a great start but fell away and San Fran are on the up again (they couldn't get any worse).
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2010, 10:04:21 AM
That wasn't one of the matchups I'd heard rumoured.

She be OK, its not as if we're ever going to get Bears v Packers
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: richard moore on January 16, 2010, 12:28:36 PM
Quote from: "Guy M"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Wow !

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a5f0c/NFL-GameDay-Packers-vs-Cardinals-highlights

Just saw scoreline on SSN. I knew H&V wouldn't let me down when it came to finding out more.

Joining this thread pretty late and unlikely I'll stick around. Used to be really into NFL about 20 years ago, supported Dallas as theirs was the first game I saw on Channel 4 (beating NY Jets I think). I assume most of those posting on this thread used to frequent the shop in Oasis in town. Not still there is it?

Visited Dallas a couple of years ago for a WWE event and found the locals to be pretty vile, so been less inclined to support them since then. Philadelphia on the other hand was an awesome place with great people and so I find myself torn between two teams in the same division.

richard moore: I assume you've been to the City of Brotherly Love then?


I lived there in the early 70s Guy for a few years. Suburb called Fox Chase. My dad got invited out there from Birmingham to the Uni of Pennsylvania to set up their medicine degrees for them...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 18, 2010, 08:49:39 AM
What a time for Nate Kaeding to turn into Scott Norwood


Altogether now " J.E.T.S....... Jets Jets Jets!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 18, 2010, 10:13:24 AM
Farewell to the Bears' Gaines Adams, dead at 26 (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/columns/story?columnist=isaacson_melissa&id=4834706)

(http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2010/0117/nfl_gadamsobit_576.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 18, 2010, 12:55:04 PM
Cant believe the jets won last night. Chargers were my superbowl pick, but I guess when your offense is that one dimensional its easier to stop, cant see the jets being able to do the same to the vikings or saints if they beat the colts
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on January 18, 2010, 01:03:02 PM
Pam Oliver looked mighty fine.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 18, 2010, 01:06:45 PM
Quote from: "adrenachrome"
Pam Oliver looked mighty fine.



(http://blog.cleveland.com/cavs_impact/2009/04/small_Pam%20Oliver.JPG)

Far better than when Tony Siragosa's the sideline reporter !!

(http://www.almostathletes.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tony-siragusa.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 18, 2010, 03:47:25 PM
Right, another question from a complete novice at watching this game:

What's with this Wembley game they have every season? Why would the teams involved (especially the "home" team) agree to it with all the travelling involved and losing home advantage.

 Does it piss off the supporters, it would me if I was a ST holder and they took one of my games to another country 3000 miles away.

Or do the teams picked have no choice as it's all part and parcel of the franchise?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 18, 2010, 08:07:10 PM
The teams do have a choice, at least if they're at 'home'. I think Randy said he wouldn't want the Browns to give up a home game as they had to go a few years without any home games at all (when the old Browns moved to Baltimore).

The travelling isn't such an issue as it is the same for both teams and they both get the week after off.

Why do they agree to it? $$$$$$$$$$$$$

Does it piss off the supporters? Yes, probably.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 18, 2010, 08:08:59 PM
Aren't they running out of teams who are prepared to give up their home slot?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 18, 2010, 08:11:28 PM
It doesn't seem so. I suppose when they do they could always ask the original teams again.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 18, 2010, 08:15:09 PM
And piss off their fans off even more.

The Bears could always give up one of their home games. Preferably to the Packers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 18, 2010, 08:16:50 PM
I would like to see the Bears but I imagine if the Bears were willing to do that they would've had them over already... as they are one of the most popular NFL teams in Britain. I doubt they will ever have a 'rivalry' game as it is always AFC vs NFC.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2010, 08:17:19 AM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"


 Does it piss off the supporters, it would me if I was a ST holder and they took one of my games to another country 3000 miles away.


Tampa Bay were one of the teams in the 2009 game. A mate of mine is a season ticket holder, so I asked him that very question.

The answer was "No", it doesn't seem to cause much upset, especially in places where teams struggle to sell out games (like Tampa).

However, there's no chance we'll ever see a Packers, Bears, Cowboys or Redskins home game moved to Wembley.

In future I'd expect, Jaguars, Panthers, Texans, Raiders (Al would then claim London as "Raiders territory")
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 19, 2010, 10:00:35 AM
Cheers all. I suspect that there's a different culture in American sport, after all someone can buy a team and move it without it making anywhere near the controversy that Wimbledon did.

Wonder when the 39th game is going to rear it's ugly head again?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2010, 12:44:40 PM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Cheers all. I suspect that there's a different culture in American sport, after all someone can buy a team and move it without it making anywhere near the controversy that Wimbledon did.



Don't go saying that in Baltimore
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 19, 2010, 01:02:07 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Cheers all. I suspect that there's a different culture in American sport, after all someone can buy a team and move it without it making anywhere near the controversy that Wimbledon did.



Don't go saying that in Baltimore


They're not in much of a position to criticise, after nabbing the Cleveland Browns' franchise.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2010, 02:12:55 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Cheers all. I suspect that there's a different culture in American sport, after all someone can buy a team and move it without it making anywhere near the controversy that Wimbledon did.



Don't go saying that in Baltimore


They're not in much of a position to criticise, after nabbing the Cleveland Browns' franchise.


But at least the Cleveland to Baltimore move was done in an agreed and organised fashion, with the team name / history being left behind and the promise of getting an expansion team.

The Colts left Baltimore in the middle of the night.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 19, 2010, 04:25:39 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Cheers all. I suspect that there's a different culture in American sport, after all someone can buy a team and move it without it making anywhere near the controversy that Wimbledon did.



Don't go saying that in Baltimore


They're not in much of a position to criticise, after nabbing the Cleveland Browns' franchise.


But, unless I'm mistaken, those moves only angered the fans of the clubs involved, especially those in the city who lost their team. Wimbledon's little trek up to Milton Keynes was widely condemned by almost everyone and the uproar will probably ensure it doesn't happen again anytime soon.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 19, 2010, 07:37:42 PM
I think the only reason Britain has less relocations is because there is nowhere left to go. Everywhere has already got a team/teams.

Everywhere in the top 32 bar Dudley (Villa/Wolves/Olbiyun territory) and Luton (likely to return to the Football League in the next few seasons) has a league club.

God Wiki (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_towns_and_cities_in_England_by_population)

There are only 32 NFL teams and 273 cities in the US with a population over 100,000 (and they could move to Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico or even Europe if they wanted to).

God Wiki II (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_cities_by_population)

There are always going to be businessmen who think they can make a quick buck by moving a team. Sometimes they will pretend they are considering moving as a bargaining tool to persuade local authorities to help them with the costs of a new stadium.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on January 20, 2010, 07:24:37 AM
In that case then do you ever think they would look to expand the AFC or NFC?

Also, what are the difference between the two?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2010, 08:44:57 AM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
In that case then do you ever think they would look to expand the AFC or NFC?

Also, what are the difference between the two?


1) It wouldn't matter which they expand or whether its one/two new teams in each.

2) None. They used to be two different leagues in the 1960's but now the teams play each other and if necessary teams can be switched between conferences.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on January 20, 2010, 09:09:07 AM
Do the conferences/divisions ever change then? And do you think they would increase the total number of teams to accommodate more cities, even more states!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2010, 09:16:24 AM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
Do the conferences/divisions ever change then? And do you think they would increase the total number of teams to accommodate more cities, even more states!


As cdvillafan posted earlier, there are plenty of cities that could support an NFL team, most obviously Los Angeles.

Toronto will probably get a team soon but that'll most likely just be the Buffalo Bills hopping over the border.

I can see new expansion teams in LA and maybe San Antonio within five years and in London by the end of the decade.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 21, 2010, 01:02:25 AM
The trouble with expansion teams is they are always terrible. If any team ever moves to London, or anywhere that isn't a "natural" NFL area, they will be a relocation team not an expansion one.

Brits, Germans, Mexicans, whatever, would soon lose interest if the team lost every week. Sad but true. It would have to be a relatively succesful relocation team to make it work.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2010, 11:09:35 AM
One thing you guys also need to realize about the NFL is that if your game DOESN'T sell out, it isn't on TV

So if you own the Jaguars, and you aren't selling out games, your games on not shown on TV.

Also, someone pointed this out, but the reason a team can move is that there are a LOT of places to go.  The country is huge and there ar enot many teams.

In many cases (not the browns and colts but more the Sonics) the team leaving is leaving for a reason.  The amount of people who are upset about it doesn't hold a candle to the amount of people excited about it in the new home.

If people cared about the Montreal Expos moving to Washington DC, they would have gone to games and supported the team.  But in DC, the Expos/Nationals are horrible but have a huge fan base.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2010, 11:12:02 AM
btw, I say this from a Devils Advocate point of view.

I hate relocation and my favorite sports team, the Hartford Whalers (NHL) moved to North Carolina when I was like 16 and it was horrible.  I haven't watched NHL since.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2010, 11:15:57 AM
Oh, and one last thing.

There will never be an NFL team in Europe.  They want the fans (like the PL has American fans that watch), but they won't move a team there.

And as for the home fans during the Wembley game...

They hate it.  The teams aren't forced to do it, but I believe they are HEAVILY encouraged.

IT is actually the main topic every year on sports radio in the days coming up to it.

I personally don't care either way.  But the Eagles are one of those teams that won't lose the home game to do it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2010, 11:00:36 AM
Championship Games today (ie semi finals)

Vikings @ Saints

Jets @ Colts

Who's ya got ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 24, 2010, 11:27:09 AM
Would like to see Vikings win because I would like to see Favre back in the Superbowl. Shame it's on too late for me to watch it. I think Saints will probably win that though.

I think Colts will win the other one.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 24, 2010, 01:04:06 PM
COME ON YOU SAINTS!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 24, 2010, 03:12:33 PM
I'm saying Colts and Saints. Though  I think they could both go either way
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 24, 2010, 11:03:44 PM
Jets put up a good fight, but colts just too good
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 25, 2010, 03:24:09 AM
Saints win in OT.

Favre, Peterson and the Vikings threw that one away, too many turnovers.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2010, 08:41:07 AM
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815f3026/NFL-GameDay-Jets-vs-Colts-highlights


http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815f3f2b/NFL-GameDay-Vikings-vs-Saints-highlights
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2010, 08:44:15 AM
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815f3026/NFL-GameDay-Jets-vs-Colts-highlights


http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815f3f2b/NFL-GameDay-Vikings-vs-Saints-highlights
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2010, 09:54:16 AM
Come on you Saints!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sali,salifou on January 25, 2010, 10:29:24 AM
I'm not sure saints won that game, it might be more accurate to say the vikings lost it. Not just favre's pick, but the amount of fumbles
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2010, 02:18:44 PM
James Milner would not have fumbled
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on January 25, 2010, 02:24:04 PM
I tried watching but fell asleep in the second quarter of the second match. Woke up at 4.30 shivering on the sofa. Bollocks.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2010, 03:23:22 PM
I watched until half-time in the second game.

Bloody glad that the Saints went through, otherwise it would have been 2 teams that I don't like in the Superbowl.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 25, 2010, 11:41:00 PM
I like the colts and the saints...

I would have rather seen the Jets, as all my friends are Jets fans, but I enjoyed watching the Saints this year.

I also really like Brees, Bush, and Vilma.

Go Saints I guess...


Now I just need to figure out which Super Bowl party to go to.

My wife's friend is actually having a birthday party on Super Bowl Sunday.

Who does that!

(The Super Bowl is a major holiday here, like Christmas, but better)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 26, 2010, 09:03:32 AM
Huffy Post

Quote
LONDON — The NFL has scrapped plans to play a second regular-season game in Britain next season.

Last week, the league announced that the San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos would play at Wembley Stadium on Oct. 31. That will mark the fourth straight season in which the NFL has played a regular-season game in the British capital.

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said last year that the league was considering adding a second game. But the NFL said on its Web site that uncertainty related to collective bargaining talks and the current economic climate "were critical factors in our decision not to play a second game in the UK."

"Playing one game in the UK is a significant investment. Playing a second game in the UK is an even bigger investment," the NFL said. "Our ambition to bring a second game to the UK is as strong as ever. Once the current uncertainty is resolved, we will be in a strong position to bring multiple games to our UK fan base."
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Countryside Villain on January 29, 2010, 11:29:28 AM
I received my Superbowl Superbash tickets in the post this morning.  Now just need to find somewhere to continue the drinking at 3am on a Monday morning.

Also trying to decide whether to get ticktes to the Wembley game.  Go on sale on Monday.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 29, 2010, 11:54:29 AM
Monday ?

I bought mine yesterday.

I'm behind one of the goals this time. This might be a better perspective from which to watch NFL
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 07, 2010, 11:08:15 PM
I've been off-line for a week and nobody has posted any Superbowl predictions?

It's about to start in 20 minutes......pulling for the Saints, but not overly bothered.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: stevo_st on February 07, 2010, 11:29:07 PM
Anyone know who are the underdogs?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on February 07, 2010, 11:56:51 PM
Quote from: "stevo_st"
Anyone know who are the underdogs?


Paddy Power have the Colts at 1/4 and Saints at 5/2.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on February 07, 2010, 11:59:15 PM
Colts by 20 points.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 08, 2010, 12:00:59 AM
I think Manning will lead the Colts to victory but I'm rooting for the Saints after what New Orleans has been through over the past few years.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 08, 2010, 12:01:33 AM
5 seconds after posting, Manning throws for a touchdown.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: gerags on February 08, 2010, 01:28:41 AM
What a td ! Superb !
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: stevo_st on February 08, 2010, 01:30:35 AM
Yep, this 'football' ain't bad.  Fully behind the saints
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: gerags on February 08, 2010, 01:39:06 AM
The Colts have just ripped straight trough them.

It's turning into a good game - pity I have to turn in for work in the morning :(
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dante Lavelli on February 08, 2010, 01:58:26 AM
Anyone else think the coverage is a bit weird on the BBC because they cannot show adverts?  They keep returning to the studio for these little chats.

Strangely on the US coverage they've just announced that you can re-watch all the adverts after the show on XXXXX website.  They must be good adverts.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: gerags on February 08, 2010, 02:00:22 AM
The Superbowl half time advert is the biggest/most expensive advertising space in the world.

Watching the advert is almost as big as the game these days.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Warren Aspinall on February 08, 2010, 02:58:19 AM
Saints win, to be fair they deserved it.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2010, 03:30:41 AM
Can't believe they didn't play "My Generation". The game was good though congratulations Saints.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on February 08, 2010, 04:38:36 AM
Quote from: "VillaSubmariner"
Colts by 20 points.


Naturally what I really meant was Saints would win!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on February 08, 2010, 07:17:12 AM
Right, can we all stop pretending that we actually like this shite now and get back to proper sports?

Winter Olympics start on Friday, curling, now there's a sport, it's like chess on ice or something.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2010, 09:22:38 AM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"


Winter Olympics start on Friday, curling, now there's a sport, it's like chess on ice or something.


I played curling whilst in Switzerland recently. Great fun

I watched the Superbowl via Sky+ before coming into work (3 hours plus condensed into under 60 minutes).

By the end of the First Quarter I was fearing for the Saints as Addai seemed to be running at will. However, Garrett Hartley showed great poise to nail those two Field Goals and claw the Saints back into things.

The onside kick to start the second half was a gutsy call by Payton which changed the momentum and Drew Brees was superb.

The Colts however, were not out of it until Manning threw that INT at the end.

Overall, a pretty good game (with very few penalties) with the result that only Colts fans can be disappointed with. Just a few years ago, the Saints could have been moved (possibly to LA or San Antonio) but the NFL saw how the team's presence could help the city.

Congrats to the Saints

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d81649738/Super-Bowl-XLIV-highlights
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2010, 11:02:36 AM
For Dave Cooper (http://www.mousebreaker.com/games/virtualcurling), so you don't have to wait till Friday for your curling fix.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2010, 12:52:07 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
For Dave Cooper (http://www.mousebreaker.com/games/virtualcurling), so you don't have to wait till Friday for your curling fix.


Eve Muirhead looks alright

(http://i.telegraph.co.uk/telegraph/multimedia/archive/01531/muirhead_1531730c.jpg) (http://www.morethanthegames.co.uk/files/morethanthegames/evemuirhead.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2010, 02:24:14 PM
In the bottom picture, she is shouting "FREEEEEEDOM!"
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 09, 2010, 01:02:30 AM
WOW

What a game!

I went to two different superbowl parties and they both only put on the volume for the commercials.

There were also bets going on the commercials.

There were some pretty damn funny ones too...




(oh, and I guess the game was good too)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 09, 2010, 08:23:44 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"


I went to two different superbowl parties and they both only put on the volume for the commercials.

There were also bets going on the commercials.

There were some pretty damn funny ones too...



How did the Tim "Holier Than Thou" Tebow commercial go down over there ?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 09, 2010, 12:42:54 PM
Quote from: "Dave Cooper"
Right, can we all stop pretending that we actually like this shite now and get back to proper sports?

Winter Olympics start on Friday, curling, now there's a sport, it's like chess on ice or something.


It's the perfect sport for my mother - you get to clean the ice as you play
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 10, 2010, 07:55:53 AM
Looks like this year's Superbowl is finally going to topple the final episode of M*A*S*H from the US TV viewership charts with 106m
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 10, 2010, 03:08:53 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "pmarachi"


I went to two different superbowl parties and they both only put on the volume for the commercials.

There were also bets going on the commercials.

There were some pretty damn funny ones too...



How did the Tim "Holier Than Thou" Tebow commercial go down over there ?


You know what, despite the fact that people were going CRAZY about it, it wasn't a big deal.

In the lead up to the Super Bowl, this was SUCH a big deal.

But I didn't even notice it coming on and even some of the sports guys I listen to that were taking about it said it wasn't so bad.

I literally completely didn't even notice it.

Heres the thing.  I would consider myself pro-choice I guess, but I don't like abortion.
I don't think anyone actually LIKES abortion.
Even the most pro-chice person in the world isn't like a "fan" of abortions.
It's not like pro-choice advocates are out there begging people to abort babies.

So to  be honest, I didn't care really.  Tim Tebow hates abortion!?!?!
I mean don't most people?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 10, 2010, 03:55:46 PM
OF course, but it's constantly used as devisive issue by people playing on emotions.

What really winds me up about the bumper stickers is that it usually a car driven by a man!!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 11, 2010, 08:27:23 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"


You know what, despite the fact that people were going CRAZY about it, it wasn't a big deal.

In the lead up to the Super Bowl, this was SUCH a big deal.


That's exactly what broadcasters such as Tony Kornheiser and TV critics such as the Washington Post's Lisa DeMorias (sp?) said on Monday.

Tebow's mob paid the $3m or whatever for the pre-event controversy, rather than for any buzz generated by the advert itself.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 13, 2010, 11:43:31 AM
Quote from: "usav"
OF course, but it's constantly used as devisive issue by people playing on emotions.

What really winds me up about the bumper stickers is that it usually a car driven by a man!!



yeah, I agree 100%

The thing that bothers me is that prolifers act like pro choicers "LIKE" abortion.  

but that is a discussion for another thread....

The Dophins released Joey Porter?!?!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 05, 2010, 03:39:41 PM
Eagles QB Donovan McNabb traded to the Redskins

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5055346

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/04/04/AR2010040403537.html

And finally, the great Mike Wilbon's take

http://nbcsports.msnbc.com/id/36171991/ns/sports-washington_post/
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 07, 2010, 12:33:10 AM
Surprised they traded him to a divisional rival. Could come back to haunt them.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 22, 2010, 09:24:31 AM
Roethlisberger banned for 6 games

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5121614

Quote
"The Personal Conduct Policy makes clear that I may impose discipline 'even where the conduct does not result in conviction of a crime' as, for example, where the conduct 'imposes inherent danger to the safety and well being of another person,' " Goodell wrote in a letter to Roethlisberger. "As the district attorney (in Milledgeville, Ga.) concluded, the extensive investigatory record shows that you contributed to the irresponsible consumption of alcohol by purchasing (or facilitating the purchase of) alcoholic beverages for underage college students, at least some of whom were likely already intoxicated. There is no question that the excessive consumption of alcohol that evening put the students and yourself at risk. The Personal Conduct Policy also states that discipline is appropriate for conduct that 'undermines or puts at risk the integrity and reputation of the NFL, NFL clubs, or NFL players.' By any measure, your conduct satisfies that standard."


Apparently after buying drinks for underage** students; Big Ben then brought "Little Ben" out for a viewing !!

(** remember that in the USA "underage" is a lot older than over here. We're not talking a Frank Ribery situation)



NFL Draft starts tonight

It looks like DT Ndamukong Suh or QB Sam Bradford will be the number 1 pick
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 22, 2010, 09:59:01 AM
Any idea of the players to look out for in the draft? I used to get 'First Down' magazine so I could keep up to date with American Football more easily, but then it folded (no pun intended).

I've put a reminder on my computer, so that I can try to find it online tonight.

I'm a Bears fan btw.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 22, 2010, 12:36:28 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Any idea of the players to look out for in the draft? I used to get 'First Down' magazine so I could keep up to date with American Football more easily, but then it folded (no pun intended).

I've put a reminder on my computer, so that I can try to find it online tonight.

I'm a Bears fan btw.


http://espn.go.com/nfl/draft

http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/bears/post/_/id/4664585/new-mexico-center-cook-on-bears-radar

NFL.com draft predictions (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d817adf77&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)

From what I've read, there's not going to be many "skill position" players taken in the first round. Therefore, unless you know your linemen, the draft's going to be low on interest this year.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 22, 2010, 07:59:36 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Any idea of the players to look out for in the draft? I used to get 'First Down' magazine so I could keep up to date with American Football more easily, but then it folded (no pun intended).

I've put a reminder on my computer, so that I can try to find it online tonight.

I'm a Bears fan btw.


http://espn.go.com/nfl/draft

http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/bears/post/_/id/4664585/new-mexico-center-cook-on-bears-radar

NFL.com draft predictions (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d817adf77&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)

From what I've read, there's not going to be many "skill position" players taken in the first round. Therefore, unless you know your linemen, the draft's going to be low on interest this year.


Thanks for this btw, shame the draft doesn't start until 12.30am
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 23, 2010, 07:59:42 AM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"


Thanks for this btw, shame the draft doesn't start until 12.30am


They've switched it to "Primetime" this year.

Anyhow, here's how the first round went............

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2010_NFL_Draft#First_round

No surprises in the top few picks.

Further down, QB Tim Tebow was surprisingly taken by Denver with the 25th pick (whether he actually plays QB as a pro will be interesting to see) and QB Jimmy Clausen wasn't taken in the First Round
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 24, 2010, 08:56:46 AM
QB Jimmy Clausen was finally taken by Carolina with the 48th pick.

That's a good spot for him and he should be the starter pretty quickly.

Meanwhile the QB with an ideal name for football; Texas' "Colt McCoy" fell all the way to the 85th pick and Randy's Browns

(http://presidentsaulter.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/colt-mccoy.jpg)

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft10/news/story?id=5130675
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 24, 2010, 11:54:16 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
QB Jimmy Clausen was finally taken by Carolina with the 48th pick.

That's a good spot for him and he should be the starter pretty quickly.

Meanwhile the QB with an ideal name for football; Texas' "Colt McCoy" fell all the way to the 85th pick and Randy's Browns

(http://presidentsaulter.files.wordpress.com/2010/01/colt-mccoy.jpg)

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/draft10/news/story?id=5130675


Could be the new Brady Quinn!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 28, 2010, 01:35:44 AM
I have never watched the actual draft.  I have been to a few draft-day parties, but mostly as an excuse to drink during the day.

I just can't get that into it.  You really never know what you are getting until you see it on the actual field.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 28, 2010, 08:34:21 AM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
You really never know what you are getting until you see it on the actual field.


Unless you're a Raiders fan like me, then you know that whoever you get in the draft is going to be an absolute disaster.

However, the trade for Jason Campbell looks like a move in the right direction.

It also looks like they'll now cut JaMarcus Russell who probably tops Tim Couch as the worse overall number one draft pick ever
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 28, 2010, 12:49:32 PM
I was amazed when da Bears took a safety with our first pick (in round 3), didn't telegraph that at all....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 30, 2010, 01:56:32 AM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "pmarachi"
You really never know what you are getting until you see it on the actual field.


Unless you're a Raiders fan like me, then you know that whoever you get in the draft is going to be an absolute disaster.

However, the trade for Jason Campbell looks like a move in the right direction.

It also looks like they'll now cut JaMarcus Russell who probably tops Tim Couch as the worse overall number one draft pick ever


My cousin is a raiders fan...

Sorry.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 07, 2010, 01:37:26 PM
Oh dear LT.

Even if you didn't do it, this isn't gonna end well

http://sports.espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/news/story?id=5167613
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: H00513R on May 07, 2010, 03:52:22 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Oh dear LT.

Even if you didn't do it, this isn't gonna end well

http://sports.espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/news/story?id=5167613


He's had a ton of run-ins with the law so I'm not surprised. But a 15/16 year old?? Disgusting.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 07, 2010, 05:29:14 PM
Quote from: "H00513R"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Oh dear LT.

Even if you didn't do it, this isn't gonna end well

http://sports.espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/news/story?id=5167613


He's had a ton of run-ins with the law so I'm not surprised. But a 15/16 year old?? Disgusting.


Quick question H00513R, Colts, Browns or other?
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: H00513R on May 07, 2010, 06:27:41 PM
Quote from: "ADVILLAFAN"
Quote from: "H00513R"
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Oh dear LT.

Even if you didn't do it, this isn't gonna end well

http://sports.espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/news/story?id=5167613


He's had a ton of run-ins with the law so I'm not surprised. But a 15/16 year old?? Disgusting.


Quick question H00513R, Colts, Browns or other?


I grew up in "The Region" so it's Da Bears for me. But I'll root for the Colts too as I lived in Indy for a while and live near there now. But it's Bears first. SB XLI was hard to watch with the in-laws...
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 07, 2010, 08:59:28 PM
Another Bears fan on the thread... I reckon we've pretty much taken it over now!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 08, 2010, 10:44:01 AM
LT update.

His lawyer is now admitting that he had "some contact" with the girl but not "sex" (although as Clinton/Lewinski showed us, lawyers can debate endlessly as to what "sex" is)

http://sports.espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/news/story?id=5171884

Also, remember that in the USA the age of consent is 18 rather than 16, so LT might get done for statutory rape even if the "sex" was consensual.

(That's what nearly got NHL star Sergei Federov in a bit of trouble when he was involved with the then 17 year old Anna Kournikova. Although to me the defence of "C'mon, its ANNA KOURINIKOVA!!" should have convinced any judge to throw out the case if it had got that far)

(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dn99UwUp0vw/R8Xsd7QfzDI/AAAAAAAABck/y1la-4hXDK0/s400/Anna+Kournikova+Sergei+Fedorov+3.jpg)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 12, 2010, 11:55:59 PM
LT lives kind of near me.  He is supposedly an OK guy...

that being said if someone ever put me on trial, knowing what I know about the life of LT and asked if I think he raped a 16 year old runaway, I wouldn't think twice....

of course he did...

it's freakin LT!
He swallows vials of crack! He hits cars and takes off! He is NUTS!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 10, 2010, 12:13:03 AM
Bit quiet on here.

Bears seemed to have broken the habit of a lifetime this year and acquired some decent players.

Wonder where TO will end up? Hopefully not Bears.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 28, 2010, 07:43:39 PM
Bengals was the correct answer.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 29, 2010, 11:44:24 AM
Well The Eagles signed that safety Allen.

The kid who was the pick they got for McNabb.

I still haven't come to terms with the fact that Donovan is gone.

I guess this is how it feels when someone runs over your dog.



(providing you actually like your dog)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 29, 2010, 12:55:31 PM
Quote from: "pmarachi"
Well The Eagles signed that safety Allen.

The kid who was the pick they got for McNabb.

I still haven't come to terms with the fact that Donovan is gone.

I guess this is how it feels when someone runs over your dog.


(providing you actually like your dog)


That was probably Michael Vick....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 29, 2010, 02:02:44 PM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Bengals was the correct answer.


T.O. and Chad Ochocinco on the same team !!

They'll need one hell of a locker-room to house those two egos
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 29, 2010, 04:10:27 PM
Quote from: "UK Redsox"
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Bengals was the correct answer.


T.O. and Chad Ochocinco on the same team !!

They'll need one hell of a locker-room to house those two egos


(http://www.philebrity.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/terrell_owens_little_t_learns_to_share.pg.jpg)

With Chad Ohwhatsisname
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 04, 2010, 01:22:21 PM
Favre to retire.................. again !!

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5433551

File this in the "I'll believe it when I see it" category
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 04, 2010, 04:01:21 PM
Quote from: UK Redsox
Favre to retire.................. again !!

....until after the pre season's ended....
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 05, 2010, 12:32:44 AM
Bye bye Brett!

Hello again Brett!
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 05, 2010, 08:05:19 AM
Quote from: "cdvillafan"
Bye bye Brett!

Hello again Brett!



Annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd he's back ....................

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp10/news/story?id=5436231
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 05, 2010, 11:18:40 AM
Brett Favre is an A**hole.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 06, 2010, 07:58:56 AM
Positive signs for Raider Nation at last thanks to the arrival of Jason Campbell (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp10/columns/story?columnist=mortensen_chris&id=5441355)
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 06, 2010, 11:45:00 AM
Deadspin.com is running a story that Brett Favreerer sent pictures of the ol' sausage and various pictures of his rolling the dough (If you know what I mean*) and sent them to none other than FSU fan/celeb/sports reporter/ hot POA Jen Sterger.  









*I mean he took pictures of his penis and pictures of himself masturbating and sent them to a young lady who happens to be famous.
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 06, 2010, 12:31:57 PM
Deadspin is great. One of my favourite sports sites
Title: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on August 06, 2010, 05:11:11 PM
Seems like Favre is running out of excuses; didn't he say a couple of months ago that he'd return if his Alma Mater baseball team won the college world series? Favre will return, I think he's ankle is better than what people think... either way it's hilarious watching Jim Rome constantly ripping him recently.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on August 18, 2010, 12:34:52 PM
just seen 14 to 1 on the packers for the superbowl.  Seems a good price.

They have a outstanding quarterback who is only going to get better, an excellent receivers corp, a solid running back, a defensive mvp cornerback in woodson and good linebackers.

A young team that looked very impressive last year.  should win their division easily. ( if Favre returns  can't see him having the unreal season he had last year)  With a bit of luck along the way they are as good a bet as any methinks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 18, 2010, 12:59:11 PM
just seen 14 to 1 on the packers for the superbowl.  Seems a good price.

They have a outstanding quarterback who is only going to get better, an excellent receivers corp, a solid running back, a defensive mvp cornerback in woodson and good linebackers.

A young team that looked very impressive last year.  should win their division easily. ( if Favre returns  can't see him having the unreal season he had last year)  With a bit of luck along the way they are as good a bet as any methinks.

Bloody hope not, come on Da Bears! (think we're underdogs to the Vikes and then the Packers tbh).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on August 18, 2010, 01:26:11 PM
just seen 14 to 1 on the packers for the superbowl.  Seems a good price.

They have a outstanding quarterback who is only going to get better, an excellent receivers corp, a solid running back, a defensive mvp cornerback in woodson and good linebackers.

How do you think Cutler will fare this year?  Obviously talented, has to cut the interceptions out though.

A young team that looked very impressive last year.  should win their division easily. ( if Favre returns  can't see him having the unreal season he had last year)  With a bit of luck along the way they are as good a bet as any methinks.

Bloody hope not, come on Da Bears! (think we're underdogs to the Vikes and then the Packers tbh).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: villaross on August 23, 2010, 05:11:42 PM
Brett Favre’s preseason debut lasted just one offensive series during the Minnesota Vikings’ 15-10 loss in San Francisco.... :'( Have a look a this article (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2010-08-23/brett-favre-throws-one-pass-in-nfl-preseason-debut-as-vikings-lose.html)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 30, 2010, 12:40:21 PM
The change in positioning of the Umpire from by the linebackers to at the side of the QB is going to cause problems for any team running the no-huddle.

The offense have to wait for the ump to retreat behind their deepest back before they can snap the ball. The Colts got penalised twice for doing this in a pre-season game.



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 01, 2010, 02:03:26 PM
The change in positioning of the Umpire from by the linebackers to at the side of the QB is going to cause problems for any team running the no-huddle.

The offense have to wait for the ump to retreat behind their deepest back before they can snap the ball. The Colts got penalised twice for doing this in a pre-season game.

I read the first line and immediately thought of the Colts. Any other new rules to look out for this season?




Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: villaross on September 02, 2010, 02:20:08 PM
Have you heard about that ? American football star Troy Polamalu has apparently insured his hair for a massive $1 million ! Look at this blog (http://www.taletela.com/news/2687/nfl-star-insures-his-big-hair-for-1-million), Crazy Hair !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 02, 2010, 03:36:04 PM
If I was an opposition player I would be constantly pulling Polomolu's hair.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 05, 2010, 03:27:05 PM
NFL is back on Thursday night. I have created a Fantasy League on the NFLuk.com fantasy site.

You basically pick a QB. 2RBS, 2WRS, TE, Kicker and defence/se. Pick a new lot each week. Rules explained on the site.

The league code is ADG-2BX if anyone wants to join.

Go on you know you want to... it's free!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 06, 2010, 07:55:53 AM
Altogether now........... "Football's coming home " !!

NFL returns to Channel 4

http://www.nfluk.com/news/football-is-coming-home-to-channel-4-010910.html

Gary Imlach is presenting with Mike Carlson. I guess that Nicky Horne and John Smith weren't available.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 07, 2010, 10:40:32 PM
Altogether now........... "Football's coming home " !!

NFL returns to Channel 4

http://www.nfluk.com/news/football-is-coming-home-to-channel-4-010910.html

Gary Imlach is presenting with Mike Carlson. I guess that Nicky Horne and John Smith weren't available.
That's fantastic news! It gets even better, ESPN have got Monday Night Football... and now this. Having 5 live NFL games in a week for me to watch is awesome. My dad got me into NFL when he watched NFL on Channel 4 back in the 80's... his favourite player was William 'the fridge' Perry, gigantic linebacker for 1985 superbowl winning Chicago Bears.

There's going to be a few late nights on Sunday for me from now on... October 24, October 31, November 14, November 28, December 5 and December 19 will be going into my diary for sure.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 08, 2010, 01:41:29 AM
So the Miami Hurricanes won last week, which makes me happy, seeing as I expect my Eagles to suck this year...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2010, 08:32:03 AM

That's fantastic news! It gets even better, ESPN have got Monday Night Football... and now this. Having 5 live NFL games in a week for me to watch is awesome. My dad got me into NFL when he watched NFL on Channel 4 back in the 80's... his favourite player was William 'the fridge' Perry, gigantic linebacker for 1985 superbowl winning Chicago Bears.

There's going to be a few late nights on Sunday for me from now on... October 24, October 31, November 14, November 28, December 5 and December 19 will be going into my diary for sure.



[pedantic head on]The Fridge was a defensive lineman and sometime running back, rather than a linebacker[/pedantic head on]
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 08, 2010, 09:03:04 AM
Altogether now........... "Football's coming home " !!

NFL returns to Channel 4

http://www.nfluk.com/news/football-is-coming-home-to-channel-4-010910.html

Gary Imlach is presenting with Mike Carlson. I guess that Nicky Horne and John Smith weren't available.
That's fantastic news! It gets even better, ESPN have got Monday Night Football... and now this. Having 5 live NFL games in a week for me to watch is awesome. My dad got me into NFL when he watched NFL on Channel 4 back in the 80's... his favourite player was William 'the fridge' Perry, gigantic linebacker for 1985 superbowl winning Chicago Bears.

There's going to be a few late nights on Sunday for me from now on... October 24, October 31, November 14, November 28, December 5 and December 19 will be going into my diary for sure.



Hmmm, possibly another Chicago Bears fan??
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2010, 10:52:38 AM
British NFL kicker John Smith** and "The Snow Plough Game"



Its a shame that John wasn't interviewed for this feature


(** Whose brother I use to circuit train with !!)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 08, 2010, 12:56:09 PM
Altogether now........... "Football's coming home " !!

NFL returns to Channel 4

http://www.nfluk.com/news/football-is-coming-home-to-channel-4-010910.html

Gary Imlach is presenting with Mike Carlson. I guess that Nicky Horne and John Smith weren't available.
That's fantastic news! It gets even better, ESPN have got Monday Night Football... and now this. Having 5 live NFL games in a week for me to watch is awesome. My dad got me into NFL when he watched NFL on Channel 4 back in the 80's... his favourite player was William 'the fridge' Perry, gigantic linebacker for 1985 superbowl winning Chicago Bears.

There's going to be a few late nights on Sunday for me from now on... October 24, October 31, November 14, November 28, December 5 and December 19 will be going into my diary for sure.



Hmmm, possibly another Chicago Bears fan??
lol, sorry, no... I'm a Ravens fan (more casual than diehard haha), but don't mind the Bears because they're one of the more likeable teams in the NFL.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 08, 2010, 12:59:20 PM
Ah well, at least you don't support the Green Bay Fudge Packers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on September 09, 2010, 05:13:15 PM
I watched a great programme on ESPN here in NY last night about the pre season & training squad at the Jets.

How they train in pre season & the pre season games, how they get from 75 down to 53 IIRC, ruthless!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2010, 10:29:17 PM
I watched a great programme on ESPN here in NY last night about the pre season & training squad at the Jets.

How they train in pre season & the pre season games, how they get from 75 down to 53 IIRC, ruthless!

That'll be "Hard Knocks". From what I've heard on US radio its been a great series. I haven't seen it advertised yet over her on ESPNAmerica
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2010, 10:30:54 PM
The NFL season starts tonight with the Minnesota Favres against the Saints

Who's ya got for this year ?

(http://static.nfl.com/static/content//catch_all/nfl_image/nfl_image_50713.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2010, 07:08:07 AM
..................and the Saints won

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=5553023&categoryid=2459789
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: villaross on September 10, 2010, 04:11:45 PM
HAve you heard about NFL quarterback Tom Brady who crashed loaner Audi ? Check this out (http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2010/09/nfl-quarterback-tom-brady-crashed-loaner-audi/1)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 10, 2010, 07:01:37 PM
lol, poor Tom Brady, I bet the 'injury' didn't hurt as much when he pretends to be sacked j/k.

I just about stayed awake to watch the season opener (although it's kind of messed up my bodyclock), Saints looked good, picked up from where they left off it seems with perhaps a noticable better defence. Vikings never had any fluidity to their passing game with Favre, the Saints defence were very quick and alert. It was a victory I expected for New Orleans, however I did expect it to be a higher scoring game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: H00513R on September 10, 2010, 09:13:12 PM
Bear Down, Chicago Bears!

Go Irish! Wake up those echoes! I hope Touchdown Jesus sees a lot of action tomorrow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2010, 09:47:13 PM
Bear Down, Chicago Bears!

Go Irish! Wake up those echoes! I hope Touchdown Jesus sees a lot of action tomorrow.

I hate Notre Dame.

Its not me being my normal anti-religious self because I tend to support Boston College. However, there's just something about ND that makes me dislike them intensely.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2010, 11:37:03 PM
Who's ya got for this year ?

Not really sure haven't really been following the trades or news. I'll go with... Colts.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 11, 2010, 01:58:40 AM
Bear Down, Chicago Bears!

Go Irish! Wake up those echoes! I hope Touchdown Jesus sees a lot of action tomorrow.

I hate Notre Dame.

Its not me being my normal anti-religious self because I tend to support Boston College. However, there's just something about ND that makes me dislike them intensely.


What's wrong with that...? Notre Dame's history and traditions is wonderful (although I can understand that some people don't like commentators talking about them too much)...  some religious affiliated universities are rated very highly and have a really good ethos towards sports and education. They've also produced some great athletes, Allen Iverson and Joe Montana just spring to my mind right off the top of my head at 2am being pretty tired.

btw, I am currently watching NFL America's game... 1998 Minnesota Vikings - the missing rings.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2010, 11:18:43 AM
I think its the sense of entitlement and arrogance from ex-players (Mike Golic springs to mind).

There's also the whole thing about not being in a conference and having a TV deal which give ND far more coverage than the quality of their play has deserved over recent years. For a couple of years the only College Football we had on UK TV was ND games. I think that was the period during which my dislike grew

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2010, 11:21:50 AM
The commentators seem to be suggesting teams like the Packers, Cowboys, Jets and Colts may be the best teams.

They were saying thatv Da Bears have gotten rid of Orlando Pace and then just moved last year's Offensive Line round a bit. We've had a terrible Pre-Season, but I'm hoping that it's in the same way that the Colts always lose Pre-Season and then win most of their games  :-\
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2010, 11:31:13 AM
Packers v Ravens seems to be a popular Superbowl pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 11, 2010, 03:31:29 PM
I think there is too much Packers hype... it's just seems like it's going to be a massive anticlimax if/when they reach the playoffs. Regardless if my Ravens don't make it to the Superbowl I think the potential teams that'll make the playoffs in the AFC will be too good for the Packers; I honestly would pick the Colts, Ravens (ok, maybe bit of bias), San Diego and New England over Green Bay in a Superbowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2010, 02:52:41 PM
If not Bears then anyone but Packers/Vikings/Cowboys/Patriots please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2010, 07:07:15 PM
Bears have already managed to lose two fumbles and throw an interception. If we lose to the sodding Lions I'm writing the season off after one game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 12, 2010, 10:17:56 PM
Bears have already managed to lose two fumbles and throw an interception. If we lose to the sodding Lions I'm writing the season off after one game.

Sounds like we fluked it in the last minute.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 12, 2010, 10:22:29 PM
Did Suh try and take Cutler's head off?

Good wins today for the Patriots, Texans, Jaguars and Titans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2010, 10:30:20 PM
Bears have already managed to lose two fumbles and throw an interception. If we lose to the sodding Lions I'm writing the season off after one game.

Sounds like we fluked it in the last minute.

Out of jail for Da Bears. Houston got performance of the day so far, beating the Colts.

Randy's bunch lost, as usual.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 12, 2010, 10:40:17 PM
Bears have already managed to lose two fumbles and throw an interception. If we lose to the sodding Lions I'm writing the season off after one game.

Sounds like we fluked it in the last minute.

Out of jail for Da Bears. Houston got performance of the day so far, beating the Colts.

Randy's bunch lost, as usual.
It seems like Cleveland lose too many games they should have won... conceding TD's at crucial momenst. They probably should of beat Tampa Bay today.

There's some interesting looking people in the crowd at Qwest Field today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2010, 11:39:24 PM
Come on San Fran, make a bloody game of it!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 13, 2010, 12:27:34 AM
Seattle took complete control of the game when the 2nd quarter started and when that happened San Francisco lied down like dogs letting Hasslebeck take over making pass after pass with no defensive threat from the 49ers.

the Seahawks have got decent chance of winning their division.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 13, 2010, 07:46:50 AM
Some things never change, the Raiders still suck big time.

As much as I love Al Davis and his feck you attitude to the NFL, its time that he sold up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2010, 12:51:21 AM
Cowboys v Redskins was an exciting finish!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 14, 2010, 05:17:39 PM
You do not mess with Ray Lewis and the Ravens. The overrated Jets flatter to decieve yet again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 15, 2010, 07:51:11 AM
Cowboys v Redskins was an exciting finish!

To both halves !!

That play at the end of the 2nd Quarter had no chance of going for a TD or even getting the 'Boyzzzz into FG range. Either fling it to the endzone or take a knee. Having said that, no one could really have predicted the RB getting the ball ripped away from him.

As for the end of the game, the "hold" wasn't as clear cut for me as the commentators/press have suggested. Orakpo (I think it was him) seemed to be, as we'd say in our football, "looking for the foul".

As for the Lions getting hosed by the Zebras. There's a pretty good analysis here

http://toledoblade.com/article/20100915/COLUMNIST08/9140345/-1/SPORTS01
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 15, 2010, 12:06:18 PM
Bear Down, Chicago Bears!

Go Irish! Wake up those echoes! I hope Touchdown Jesus sees a lot of action tomorrow.



Its not me being my normal anti-religious self because I tend to support Boston College. However, there's just something about ND that makes me dislike them intensely.

I hate Notre Dame with a passion. 

But you guys have to realize that there is no "religious" connection to these schools other than the names.  I went to a Jesuit school, St. Joseph's, and never talk a "Jesuit" or "christian" theology class.  Instead I took Islam and Judiac Tradition for my Theology requirement.

The "religion" aspect of a private university is non-existent in anything other than name.


I just hate Notre Dame, because I am a University of Miami fan (another religion based private institution haha), and I think recent history of Notre Dame is incredibly overrated.

I hate Notre Dame.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 15, 2010, 01:03:04 PM
I hate Notre Dame with a passion. 


I knew you weren't all bad !!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on September 15, 2010, 02:15:49 PM
Interesting article in The Grauniad today about Glazer's Tampa Bay team getting their lowest crowd for many a year (still stuffed Lerner's Browns though I see!).
The bit that I found most interesting was that there is a TV blackout on any game that doesn't sell out. Never knew that, I just assumed all games were live at least in the local area, America being such a big place and that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 16, 2010, 08:05:48 AM
Interesting article in The Grauniad today about Glazer's Tampa Bay team getting their lowest crowd for many a year (still stuffed Lerner's Browns though I see!).
The bit that I found most interesting was that there is a TV blackout on any game that doesn't sell out. Never knew that, I just assumed all games were live at least in the local area, America being such a big place and that.

The NFL doesn't need anyone in the stadium to make money because they get so much TV revenue. However, empty seats don't look good on TV, so they try to encourage/ force fans to turn up.

The major problem they have is that the NFL is one of the few sports which is generally accepted to be better watched on TV, especially since the introduction of services such as the "Red Zone"

http://redzonetv.nfl.com/

Basically its a lot like Sky's "Soccer Saturday" but with live video rather than old pros working on their pension plans
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 17, 2010, 02:23:09 PM
a few things:

1) Yes, if a game doesn't "Sell Out", it isn't on TV... BUT, a team can buy thier own tickets and give them away if they want.  But with that said they actually do have to take their money and really buy them.  If it's a few thousand, they all do it (and in certain cities, like Miami they have to do it regularly), but if it is like 15,000, well that is a LOT of tickets to buy from the NFL.  The reason this is kind of a big deal is because even though the Lions suck, Detroit is a big sports city.

2) With HD tv, and the availability of all games at home through Dish Network and cable packages, I think most sports are better on TV.  I go to one eagles game a year, and the viewing aspect is FAR less enjoyable.  Even for baseball, my ticket package has shrunk tremendously over the last few years (keep in mind, I sit in the 203 bleachers for 12 bucks a game), not becuse of price, but because if I actually want to WATCH, it is almost always better on TV.  These sports networks need to fix many things to reverse this (look at the TB sitch), but that's a WHOOOOOLE other convo altogether.

3) Notre Dame is for people who don't like College Football, but feel they should like a team.  8 out of 10 ND sweatshirts I see are on girls.

4) Having re-watched the U game vs. Ohio St. on my DVR, I have come to the conclussion that 3 out of the 4 interceptions that Jacory Harris threw on Saturday weren't his fault.  If he is hitting his rec's on the hands and they can't hold it and it's intercepted, that's not on him.  Perhaps I was too hard on him.  God Bless the almighty University of Miami Hurricanes (and if God isn't into it, I will take the other guy's blessing, I really don't care, I just want them to win)/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 17, 2010, 03:13:51 PM
From the 18th October onwards I have 9 Mondays off out of the next 10 weeks.

I'll see a lot of American Football this season  :)

Means I'll still be knackered after watching us against the Cowboys on Sunday though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 19, 2010, 08:45:45 PM
From the 18th October onwards I have 9 Mondays off out of the next 10 weeks.

I'll see a lot of American Football this season  :)

Means I'll still be knackered after watching us against the Cowboys on Sunday though.

Why? 9pm way past your bed time?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 19, 2010, 10:21:51 PM
Da Bears send the Boyzzzz to an 0 - 2 start to the season.

First half was especially good
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 20, 2010, 02:05:50 AM
DA BEARS!!! Before the season I would have been happy with 3rd place and us avoiding the humiliation of finishing below the Lions. Now... fuck it! We're going to the Superbowl!

He used to be shite...
Now he's alright...
Walking in a Cutler wonderland!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 20, 2010, 09:02:59 AM
We actually played pretty damn well against the Cowboys. If only we had a better offensive line.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 20, 2010, 07:56:37 PM
Another entertaining and interesting weekend in the NFL.

Miami beat Grandpa's team @ Minnesotta. I don't think many would've predicted that. Great win for Miami, bad loss for Vikes
The Browns... where do we start with Cleveland? Lost again when they should of won. Poor.
Chicago... what a win in North Texas. Great throwing by Cutler after he looked a bit shaky at the start.
The Ravens lose to the Bengals who scored no TD's but make 5 FG's, what an annoying way to lose.
Tampa won again, good for them; they've looking decent.
The Giants sucked bad against the Colts. It didn't help no one was protecting Eli from Freeney.
Michael Vick is still quality and is a better QB than Kolb. Philly will make a mistake if they choose Kolb over Vick.

The AFC East and NFC East are going to be very tight and it's going to be exciting to see how things go. I'd love to see the Dolphins win the AFC East.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 20, 2010, 08:24:14 PM
Its strange how there was far more was about Vick coming back to the NFL than there was when Ray Lewis returned.

I guess the public are more offended by dog fighting than they are with a player being involved in a murder.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 20, 2010, 08:48:37 PM
Ray Lewis did not kill anyone, he was just in the wrong place at the wrong time... and hanging around with the wrong people. Just because he was initially charged it means jack... he was cleared because there was lack of evidence against him. Besides, Lewis is a changed man... dedicated both on and off the field. Devout Christian... given a second chance in life and is a future HOF. Awesome athlete and awesome person with all the charitable work he does.

I don't condone what Vick did, but he's been given a second chance like Lewis; I hope he can make ammends, I hope he plays next week... he's too good not to.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on September 20, 2010, 10:09:52 PM
Michael Vick is still quality and is a better QB than Kolb. Philly will make a mistake if they choose Kolb over Vick.
Which by all accounts is exactly what they're going to do. Stupid stupid stupid. Still, we're only playing the Jags next week...
Great weekend for the Eagles with all our divisional rivals losing, the pick of which was the Skins going down to the Texans (my second team) who look like they might finally be about to become a team to be reckoned with.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 21, 2010, 08:04:56 AM
Ray Lewis did not kill anyone, he was just in the wrong place at the wrong time... and hanging around with the wrong people. Just because he was initially charged it means jack... he was cleared because there was lack of evidence against him. Besides, Lewis is a changed man... dedicated both on and off the field. Devout Christian... given a second chance in life and is a future HOF. Awesome athlete and awesome person with all the charitable work he does.

I don't condone what Vick did, but he's been given a second chance like Lewis; I hope he can make ammends, I hope he plays next week... he's too good not to.

Ray Lewis wasn't exonerated, he plead guilty to "obstruction of justice" in relation to the murder case and agreed to testify against his, previously, co-defendants.

He also reached an out of court settlement with the victims' families to prevent a civil suit going to trial.

That's all a bit more serious than being "in the wrong place at the wrong time".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on September 21, 2010, 11:28:45 AM
From the Beeb -


Denver Broncos wide receiver Kenny McKinley has been found dead in his home in an apparent suicide, police in the US state of Colorado have said.

Arapahoe County Sheriff Grayson Robinson said authorities were called to McKinley's house in Centennial on Monday and found his body in a bedroom.

He said detectives believed the 23-year-old had shot himself.

McKinley, a fifth-round pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, played in eight games with the Broncos as a rookie.

He was placed on injured reserve in December after suffering a knee injury.

"Everyone with the Broncos is shocked and saddened by the loss of Kenny McKinley," team president Pat Bowlen said.

"He was part of the Broncos family and will be greatly missed by our organisation. My most heartfelt condolences go out to Kenny's family and friends," he added.

In January 2007, Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams was killed in a drive-by shooting. Three months later, back-up running back Damien Nash collapsed and died after a charity basketball game in St Louis.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: H00513R on September 21, 2010, 08:34:01 PM
My Bears are 2-0 so the NFL side is perfect. My Fighting Irish are 1-2 which takes them out of the hunt for the Championship in week 3. I have to say though, that I've never had so much fun watching a 1-2 ND team as this year. What a difference Brian Kelly is making! Just give them a couple of years and I think we will be right back up there. Wake up those echoes!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 21, 2010, 09:03:59 PM
That kid at QB for Michigan is pretty good. I doubt that he'll be a NFL QB but he could become a running back who can play an occasional Vick-esque role
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 22, 2010, 02:21:29 AM
My Bears are 2-0 so the NFL side is perfect. My Fighting Irish are 1-2 which takes them out of the hunt for the Championship in week 3. I have to say though, that I've never had so much fun watching a 1-2 ND team as this year. What a difference Brian Kelly is making! Just give them a couple of years and I think we will be right back up there. Wake up those echoes!

I still think college football is basically silly. Get a proper league with play-offs and I might watch. Journalists shouldn't decide who the best teams are.

Enjoying the Bears' start. Jay Cutler is starting to look the real deal. I doubt our offensive line will be good enough to give him the protection he needs though. Hated Packers next... good test for us.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 22, 2010, 06:45:11 AM
I hear Jay Cutler is banging one of former stars of 'The Hills'...

Oh, and yes I totally agree with you cdvillafan about the college football system with the numerous bowls, media picking who should play in the National Final etc... It should be completely dropped and just have a normal system where the two best teams from two confrences play each other in a final like a Superbowl or whatever. College football would be much more exciting if they did it that way, and less confusing too!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2010, 07:48:10 AM
......... but they're Students. They can't be taken out of class for a playoff system.

(Heavy sarcasm emoticon)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 22, 2010, 10:27:20 AM
The Eagles announce Mike Vick is going to be their starting QB... great decision from Philly and Andy Reid making a brave decision, I thought they'd stick by Kolb. Vick's gonna get verbally abused badly at away matches, i'm sure there are animal right activists looking at the Philly schedule licking their lips at which games they will attend...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2010, 11:48:21 PM
A surprising but correct move IMO by Reid
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on September 23, 2010, 12:28:49 AM
The Eagles announce Mike Vick is going to be their starting QB... great decision from Philly and Andy Reid making a brave decision, I thought they'd stick by Kolb. Vick's gonna get verbally abused badly at away matches, i'm sure there are animal right activists looking at the Philly schedule licking their lips at which games they will attend...
Well at least Vick won't have to face the Dawg Pound this season!

Good decision Andy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: H00513R on September 23, 2010, 03:44:40 PM
Bear Down, Chicago Bears!

Go Irish! Wake up those echoes! I hope Touchdown Jesus sees a lot of action tomorrow.



Its not me being my normal anti-religious self because I tend to support Boston College. However, there's just something about ND that makes me dislike them intensely.

I hate Notre Dame with a passion. 

But you guys have to realize that there is no "religious" connection to these schools other than the names.  I went to a Jesuit school, St. Joseph's, and never talk a "Jesuit" or "christian" theology class.  Instead I took Islam and Judiac Tradition for my Theology requirement.

The "religion" aspect of a private university is non-existent in anything other than name.


I just hate Notre Dame, because I am a University of Miami fan (another religion based private institution haha), and I think recent history of Notre Dame is incredibly overrated.

I hate Notre Dame.

Bear Down, Chicago Bears!

Go Irish! Wake up those echoes! I hope Touchdown Jesus sees a lot of action tomorrow.



Its not me being my normal anti-religious self because I tend to support Boston College. However, there's just something about ND that makes me dislike them intensely.

I hate Notre Dame with a passion. 

But you guys have to realize that there is no "religious" connection to these schools other than the names.  I went to a Jesuit school, St. Joseph's, and never talk a "Jesuit" or "christian" theology class.  Instead I took Islam and Judiac Tradition for my Theology requirement.

The "religion" aspect of a private university is non-existent in anything other than name.


I just hate Notre Dame, because I am a University of Miami fan (another religion based private institution haha), and I think recent history of Notre Dame is incredibly overrated.

I hate Notre Dame.


You either love them or hate them. I don't usually find anything in-between. I can't wait for the "Catholics vs. Convicts" to start up again! :)

ND IS a religion-based school in the sense that it continues to attract a large Catholic base. Just look at the Obama commencement debacle recently. They do care about it there. Me, I was born in South Bend so I grew up with ND football.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2010, 08:33:48 AM

ND IS a religion-based school in the sense that it continues to attract a large Catholic base. Just look at the Obama commencement debacle recently. They do care about it there. Me, I was born in South Bend so I grew up with ND football.

Brigham Young will be going independent next season. Looks like they're trying to tap into their nationwide religious support in a similar fashion to ND
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 27, 2010, 01:55:13 PM
Steelers look omionous this season - if the defence holds up, then I can't see many teams giving them trouble.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 27, 2010, 04:29:31 PM
I'd like to say before tonight's (tomorrow morning) game. COME ON DA BEARS!!

Wonder how our Offensive Line will do with their Linebackers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: H00513R on September 27, 2010, 04:57:44 PM
I'd like to say before tonight's (tomorrow morning) game. COME ON DA BEARS!!

Wonder how our Offensive Line will do with their Linebackers.

+1 It'll be great to see those throwback jerseys too. MONSTERS OF THE MIDWAY!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 27, 2010, 08:51:34 PM
http://content.usatoday.com/communities/thehuddle/post/2010/09/hall-of-fame-raiders-legend-george-blanda-dies-at-83/1

George Blanda has died - you'd think he'd have waited until after tonight's game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: H00513R on September 27, 2010, 09:18:25 PM
My Bears are 2-0 so the NFL side is perfect. My Fighting Irish are 1-2 which takes them out of the hunt for the Championship in week 3. I have to say though, that I've never had so much fun watching a 1-2 ND team as this year. What a difference Brian Kelly is making! Just give them a couple of years and I think we will be right back up there. Wake up those echoes!

I still think college football is basically silly. Get a proper league with play-offs and I might watch. Journalists shouldn't decide who the best teams are.

Enjoying the Bears' start. Jay Cutler is starting to look the real deal. I doubt our offensive line will be good enough to give him the protection he needs though. Hated Packers next... good test for us.

Missed this somehow, but I too agree 0 get a proper playoff system. The bowls can still make their money by rotating the title game. Just have the others host the earlier playoff rounds. I'll take college over pro any day though - you get to watch the sport as it should be played...without prima donnas and contract BS!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 28, 2010, 04:59:16 AM
I had money on Green Bay before the season started to win the Superbowl.  After tonight that seems very, very stupid.

They are such a talented team (probably the most talented in the NFL).  Aaron Rodgers consistently turns in excellent performances.  The Wide receiving corp is as good as any and Finley is an excellent tight end.  Capers has some excellent defensive schemes, getting pressure on Quarterbacks and doing a great job against the run.

All of the above means absolutely FUCK ALL though.  You cannot beat anyone when you give away SEVENTEEN PATHETIC PENALTYS,(two on plays that would have been interceptions).  Fair play to the Bears.  Their ability to not act like total retards means they deserved the win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 28, 2010, 09:26:11 AM
COME ON DA BEARS!!!

Nice of the Packers player to fumble with about 2 minutes to go and the scores level  ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2010, 12:58:14 PM
NFL legend George Blanda, dead at 83 (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5622590)

Played for 26 seasons as a Quarterback and the a kicker. Longer than any other player
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on October 03, 2010, 10:02:58 PM
Eagles fans (which is me) - ever get the feeling it just ain't your day?!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mac on October 03, 2010, 10:16:44 PM
Bloody 49ers.  Storm to 14-0 do nothing.  Intercept with 1.19 left but then fumble.  Falcons march down and score FG with 2 secs left.  49ers 0-4 and I'm not looking forward to 31st October at Wembley
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 04, 2010, 09:33:09 AM
Bloody 49ers.  Storm to 14-0 do nothing.  Intercept with 1.19 left but then fumble.  Falcons march down and score FG with 2 secs left.  49ers 0-4 and I'm not looking forward to 31st October at Wembley

49ers @ Wembley
Blues @ Villa Park

Ya picks yer stress and takes yer chance
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 04, 2010, 09:46:38 AM
First win of the season for Cleveland Villa
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 04, 2010, 09:48:07 AM
Our Bears fan contingent are pretty quiet so far today for some reason
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 05, 2010, 09:03:11 AM
I was avoiding this thread yesterday as I'd Sky+ our game, couldn't stay up until 3am watching it.

No offensive line again, they didn't even need to blitz with their linebackers, the front 4 could sack almost at will on their own. Cutler was holding onto the ball for too long at times too.

Still, would have settled for 3-1 at the start of the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 05, 2010, 09:08:56 AM
Cutler was absolutely shite. He seemed to have the NFL version of "dartitis" being unable to release the ball. We are never going to achieve much with no offensive line but for all the effort we took to acquire him he should still be able to produce the odd bit of magic.

At least our D is starting to look more like its old self.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 06, 2010, 12:27:49 PM
Eagles fans (which is me) - ever get the feeling it just ain't your day?!

I am an Eagles fan, who has stated more often than once that I didn't agree with getting rid of McNabb and that Reid was the problem.

Knowing that this season is already a wash, I can't say that I didn't kind of enjoy watching Reid screw up the game.  Maybe it wasn't McNabb's fault the whole time... hmmmmmmmmmmm
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 06, 2010, 12:29:30 PM
Miami vs. FSU this weekend.

Yanks/Twins
Miami/FSU
USMNT/Poland

All at 8pm
This is going to get tricky
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2010, 02:33:50 PM

USMNT/Poland

All at 8pm
This is going to get tricky

US Mint ?

US Mens Netball Team ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 08, 2010, 12:07:42 AM
US Men's National Team? Is it sawker?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2010, 08:14:50 AM
Just three weeks now until the Broncos play the 49ers at Wemberleeee.

Who else is going to this rather than stressing out at Villa Park as we play Small Heath ?

Number off, from the left ......................

1....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 08, 2010, 09:02:34 AM
Just three weeks now until the Broncos play the 49ers at Wemberleeee.

Who else is going to this rather than stressing at at Villa Park as we play Small Heath ?

Number off, from the left ......................

1....

I'm waiting until Da Bears come over (I may be waiting some time)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 08, 2010, 12:03:04 PM
another reason to hate the Browns.

Charging people to tailgate?!?!?!

If Captain America were a real person, he would be PISSED!

http://withleather.uproxx.com/2010/10/cleveland-browns-impose-5-tailgating-fee-as-if-we-needed-another-reason-to-hate-cleveland
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 10, 2010, 09:34:45 PM
another reason to hate the Browns.

Charging people to tailgate?!?!?!

If Captain America were a real person, he would be PISSED!

http://withleather.uproxx.com/2010/10/cleveland-browns-impose-5-tailgating-fee-as-if-we-needed-another-reason-to-hate-cleveland

Reading the details its not the Browns but the parking firm who own the car park charging for this.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 10, 2010, 09:39:12 PM
Raiders just blocked two San Diego punts in the first 5 mins. One bounded out the back for a safety and the second returned for a TD.

And come on da Bears. Although how bad are Carolina as we won 20-6 with four of ours intercepted. We seem to be playing the same as when we were last in the Superbowl where we are relying on our defence so much but the attack is so weak.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 10, 2010, 09:45:43 PM
And now San Diego runner fumbles on the goal line to turn over possession.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 11, 2010, 03:47:30 PM
I stayed up and watched the whole of the 49ers, Eagles game. 5am I got to sleep, work today has been susprisingly okay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave on October 15, 2010, 05:17:40 PM
Just three weeks now until the Broncos play the 49ers at Wemberleeee.

Who else is going to this rather than stressing out at Villa Park as we play Small Heath ?

Number off, from the left ......................

1....
I appear to have a corporate thing with work, so will be in a box for it.

I have no idea what it is though. It's a bit like rugby, right?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 16, 2010, 11:03:25 AM
Just three weeks now until the Broncos play the 49ers at Wemberleeee.

Who else is going to this rather than stressing out at Villa Park as we play Small Heath ?

Number off, from the left ......................

1....
I appear to have a corporate thing with work, so will be in a box for it.

I have no idea what it is though. It's a bit like rugby, right?

No Dave, Wembley's nothing like a town near Coventry
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 17, 2010, 12:08:27 AM
I know it was last week (I had abdominal surgery 2 weeks ago so I haven't been active much on H&V) but I can't help feel sorry for the 49'ers fans, team, manager and coaching staff. That's 3 games in a row now they've lost to FG's in the last minute, their 0-5 does not correlate their performances... very unfortunate; thankfully they're in a not very good divison so there's still hope of seeing the 49'ers in the playoffs. Oakland Raiders up next for them, I hope they destroy them (sorry UK Red Sox lol).

@Dave you lucky chap!!! Once the rules are explained to you i'm sure you'll really enjoy the match. Loads of people diss American Football when they don't even understand the rules and how the game is played, once they understand the rules and game better people enjoy watching it more - just like with any sport I suppose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chico Hamilton III on October 18, 2010, 09:52:21 AM
On the Tube yesterday I noticed plenty of adverts for the game at Wembley

Dave - you realise that it's the same day as the Blues game? 31 October?







 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 18, 2010, 02:33:20 PM
San Francisco get their first win - yay!

Baltimore lose in OT to Brady's boys... urgh, I thought we were gonna win that going into the 4th quarter.

Seattle win in Chicago... don't think many would have predicted that.

Dallass Gayboys lose again - all hail the legend Brett Favre. Jerry Jones must be going physco.

Miami win in Green Bay in OT - pure awesome.

This NFL season has been very interesting and exciting and we're not even half way through. Each week seems to have a few stand out results, each week seems to get better and better. Still really wide open, predicting the SuperBowl winner at this stage would be extremely tricky... I'd say there's 11 teams in the hunt. This is why I love the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 18, 2010, 06:29:15 PM
I know I'm biased, but I haven't seen a stronger team than the Steelers yet.   Now Big Ben is back they can give the defence a bit of a break as well, as they can score points now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2010, 07:13:32 PM
Maybe. The strongest team doesn't always win the Superbowl though. It seems pretty wide open this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 18, 2010, 09:56:50 PM
16 sacks in two games for Cutler. Again a really low 3rd Down conversion rate. We have the defence, until we manage to get a good offensive line we will always struggle against some teams. As I said before, it is the same story as the last superbowl appearance season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave on October 18, 2010, 10:42:13 PM
Dave - you realise that it's the same day as the Blues game? 31 October?
Yeah, but I'm too cheap to pass up a free day out with someone else paying for lots of food and drink.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 19, 2010, 05:32:06 PM
16 sacks in two games for Cutler. Again a really low 3rd Down conversion rate. We have the defence, until we manage to get a good offensive line we will always struggle against some teams. As I said before, it is the same story as the last superbowl appearance season.

Against the Giants, Cutler was as much to blame as the Offensive Line. He seemed to want half an hour to hold on to the ball each time. That said, his confidence must have taken a battering playing behind that shower. I would put him in the shotgun give him a better chance to have a look around.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2010, 11:51:57 AM
Packers @ Vikings this Sunday - Come on the no score draw!

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 23, 2010, 12:10:22 PM
Steelers @ Dolphins also looks like an interesting game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2010, 01:00:04 PM
What this thread lacks is an in depth discussion about the photos of Favre's "Little Brett " !!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 24, 2010, 11:51:04 AM
and......


DONE!

New Vikings helmet.

http://www.bustedcoverage.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/x2_301fc5e.jpg

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 24, 2010, 11:59:58 AM
What this thread lacks is an in depth discussion about the photos of Favre's "Little Brett " !!

I'd prefer some photos of Jenn Sterger.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 24, 2010, 07:01:13 PM
For any of the Villa Bears contingent, I'm watching the game here (http://www.playfifaonline.com/channel2.php). Takes a while to load but a good picture.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 24, 2010, 07:39:40 PM
Half-time, Bears winning... and the Brians 20-3 up at the World Champions! Surely they can't hold on?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 24, 2010, 11:39:05 PM
Another interesting and exciting week in the NFL (so far)... as usual it seems this season.

Cleveland go to the champs in New Orleans and win... impressive stuff, Randy will be delighted with that.

Tampa Bay win again... with seconds to go against the Rams. This young Bucs team is looking like a dark horse at the moment.

My Ravens just scrape past the Bills... phew lol. We're 5-2 now, so looking good... we're coming after you Steelers!

Washington win in Chicago. Another great win for the 'Skins... they like playing against the big teams, eh?

Titans are looking hot right now. Another dark horse I think.

Steelers win with last minute FG in Miami... dammit.

And currently right now... Oakland are going crazy in Denver humiliating the Broncos and Patriots are looking good in San Diego.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 25, 2010, 01:18:18 AM
Bears should never have lost. We played poorly but so did they. They had plenty of luck... there were about ten fumbles, all but one fell to them. We missed a touchdown by about an inch then threw an interception next play. We interecpted for a touchdown only to have it nullified for a delay of game penalty against McNabb. Things like that kept happening all game.

We were unlucky but I suppose if you consistently fail to convert 1st-and-goal chances from inside the 3 you deserve to lose. We've done that for about the past 5 seasons (or since whenever it was we lost the Superbowl).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 25, 2010, 02:10:10 AM
The Packers fans are pathetic... I just cannot believe they have the audacity to boo Brett Favre after he was their best ever QB and played for them for 17 seasons breaking all records and winning a SuperBowl. I don't care that he retired, then came out of retirement or whatever, it's just completely and utterly stupid.

The retarded ''NFL Code of Conduct'' policy can suck balls also. Can you imagine the PGA Tour suspending Tiger Woods for x amount of tournaments because he had sex with a dozen women despite being married, or the Premier League suspending John Terry for x amount of games because he had an affair, or suspend whatever player because they were caught drinking too much in a nightclub the list goes on etc...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 25, 2010, 03:15:01 AM
Why do the packers consistently beat themselves?  In the 3 games they have lost this year, they have done so by a combination of giving away needless penaltys, not taking chances and turning the ball over in key spots. 

They should be well ahead at half time against the Vikings tonight, but two stupid interceptions on long drives has killed them.  Aaron Rodgers has the potential to be one of the greats, but needs to learn to throw the ball away at times.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 25, 2010, 05:12:37 AM
Wow that was so tense.

A great game, best so far this season.

Hopefully if the Packers can now start to get over the ridiculous injuries they have had, and their ability to throw games away, they can become the genuine challenger that their talent level suggests they should be.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 25, 2010, 01:45:58 PM
Steelers win with last minute FG in Miami... dammit.

Not without cost though.   Aaron Smith, unsung hero and one of the best defensive linemen in the game is out for the season with a torn bicep.

Picked up a few other injuries as well, hopefully those aren't as major.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 26, 2010, 04:57:04 PM
Lets all laugh at Dallas...

Lost again last night to a very impressive New York Giants, now they're 1-5, with Tony Romo out for the rest of the season... no homecoming for them in February lol.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 26, 2010, 08:11:30 PM
Lets all laugh at Dallas...

Lost again last night to a very impressive New York Giants, now they're 1-5, with Tony Romo out for the rest of the season... no homecoming for them in February lol.

Despite Eli playing for both teams!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 27, 2010, 08:31:52 AM
Lets all laugh at Dallas...

Lost again last night to a very impressive New York Giants, now they're 1-5, with Tony Romo out for the rest of the season... no homecoming for them in February lol.

Now that the Boyz won't be playing in the Superbowl, Jerry will probably hire out the new stadium for Monster Truck racing instead; leaving the NFL to fin an alternative venue !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2010, 07:36:35 AM
10 or so years ago the Broncos v 49ers would have been a classic match up.

Now its a 2-5 team Denver team coming of a 59 point humiliation by Darren Mac and my Raiders against a 1-6 San Fran team coming off their first win of the season. Both head coaches might not be on the plane back home. If Mike Singletery wasn't a NFL legend, he'd have been fired by now.

Hopefully it'll be an entertaining game, because I'm doubting there'll be much quality
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 29, 2010, 05:29:31 PM
In all fairness to the 49'ers they're very unlucky to be at 1-6. They've played really well and you can't knock their performances, losing a few games in the last minute has cost them. It's more mental with San Fransico I think.

Big game for both teams on Sunday, I've got San Francisco winning.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave on October 30, 2010, 11:51:48 AM
Can anyone offer some advice on some bets to put on tomorrow?

No blame will be placed if they don't come off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on October 30, 2010, 04:40:02 PM
Go for a San Francisco win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 31, 2010, 10:46:04 AM
geez...

It's like a who sucks less contest.

I would bet on the niners if I was really going to bet on that.

Is it possible to bet against both?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2010, 07:52:05 AM
First half yesterday was terrible. Both teams were scared to take any risks. It was one hand off to Frank "Call me Al" Gore after another (29 carries) or time after time Kyle Orton dumped off a short pass.

The biggest cheers were reserved for the highlights of each Jaguars touchdown against the Cowboys

The first time the game got exciting was when the Broncos finally started throwing deep and then ran it  in from short yardage. The latter featuring Tim "Holier than thow" Tebow; so I got my opportunity to stand up and boo him and all he stands for.

After that, the game finally livened up and was actually pretty exciting for the rest of the second half, with Troy Smith doing his best Brett Favre impression by flinging the ball around with seemingly no chance of it being caught but somehow finding his receiver.

The Broncos could have won the game themselves if they hadn't had a TD called back for an illegal chop-block and a long punt return negated by a push in the back.

Overall a pretty good day out and far less stressful than being at Villa Park.

BTW, well done the the guy sat a few rows in front of me who arrived just after kickoff carrying his Villa v Blues programme.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave on November 01, 2010, 01:21:54 PM
Can anyone offer some advice on some bets to put on tomorrow?

No blame will be placed if they don't come off.
49ers HT/FT at 7/4
49er - 5.5 at 13/8
49ers field goal as first scoring play at 3/1
Broncos to score less than 20.5 at 10/11

Piece of cake this NFL gambling lark.

Only sore point was Crabtree first TD at 12/1 (the only bet that didn't come in), but he redeemed himself by scoring later.

Not a bad day out, all in all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on November 01, 2010, 04:22:48 PM
First half yesterday was terrible. Both teams were scared to take any risks. It was one hand off to Frank "Call me Al" Gore after another (29 carries) or time after time Kyle Orton dumped off a short pass.

The biggest cheers were reserved for the highlights of each Jaguars touchdown against the Cowboys

The first time the game got exciting was when the Broncos finally started throwing deep and then ran it  in from short yardage. The latter featuring Tim "Holier than thow" Tebow; so I got my opportunity to stand up and boo him and all he stands for.

After that, the game finally livened up and was actually pretty exciting for the rest of the second half, with Troy Smith doing his best Brett Favre impression by flinging the ball around with seemingly no chance of it being caught but somehow finding his receiver.

The Broncos could have won the game themselves if they hadn't had a TD called back for an illegal chop-block and a long punt return negated by a push in the back.

Overall a pretty good day out and far less stressful than being at Villa Park.

BTW, well done the the guy sat a few rows in front of me who arrived just after kickoff carrying his Villa v Blues programme.
I hardly watched any of the first-half as it was so boring, second-half was better... although booing my boy Tebow isn't cool. McDaniels job is safe by the sounds of it, Wade Phillips will be going going... gone.

Anothe crazy week in the NFL...

Oakland win again and are now at 4-4. Playoff contenders? hmmm.

Jaguars make Dallas look awful... again. Jerry Jones and his boys are just a laughing stock, no point in having that stadium if no-one's gonna turn up lol.

Miami win on the road again... I was right about da Bengals - overrated.

The World Beaters that are the New York Jets (all together now J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS) score 0 points at home against the Packers. LOL.

Current Champs beat Stealers at home - good win for the Saints and deserved their win.

New England go marching on with another win and are now 6-1. The people who were saying Brady&co. are past it need a hard long look at themselves. New England are still a great team and should never be overlooked. As for Grandpa Favre's Vikings... not looking great are they?



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 01, 2010, 04:37:43 PM
I've written off the Bears season.

Can we just all agree to laugh at Dallas?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2010, 07:55:12 PM
Vikings have waived Randy Moss

LINK (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81bca082/article/vikings-cut-moss-less-than-a-month-after-acquiring-wr-in-trade?module=breaking_news)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 01, 2010, 08:14:08 PM
Downright weird that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on November 02, 2010, 03:37:14 PM
Vikings have waived Randy Moss

LINK (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81bca082/article/vikings-cut-moss-less-than-a-month-after-acquiring-wr-in-trade?module=breaking_news)
Did you see his interview after the game on Sunday?
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Post by: UK Redsox on November 03, 2010, 08:46:45 AM
Vikings have waived Randy Moss

LINK (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81bca082/article/vikings-cut-moss-less-than-a-month-after-acquiring-wr-in-trade?module=breaking_news)

I think its probably got more to do with his lack of effort on the long pass-interference call. Even though the flag was thrown, Randy could have easily have caught the ball and strolled into the endzone. Instead, when the flag was thrown, he just jogged away
Did you see his interview after the game on Sunday?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 08, 2010, 07:41:26 AM
How bout them Cowboys ?!?

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d81bf3382/GameDay-Cowboys-vs-Packers-highlights

Looks like Dallas will be in a battle with Buffalo to have the first pick in next year's Draft
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Post by: UK Redsox on November 08, 2010, 07:42:39 AM
Meanwhile, at last there's hope for us Raiders fans

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d81bf3382/GameDay-Cowboys-vs-Packers-highlights
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Post by: UK Redsox on November 08, 2010, 09:18:50 AM
Well done to Cleveland Villa for defeating the NFL's best team, the Patriots.

Cleveland are now lead by a guy with the perfect name for an NFL QB, "Colt McCoy"

(http://i.cdn.turner.com/si/2010/writers/dan_shaughnessy/11/07/browns.pats.insider/T1_1107_coltsullivan.jpg)
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Post by: The Situation on November 08, 2010, 03:28:10 PM
Another interesting week in the NFL.

Dallas vs Buffalo; who would win? Buffalo easily.

My Ravens are going nicely at 6-2 now with a solid win over Miami. Big game for us on Thursday in Atlanta.

Don't look now but the Oakland Raiders are 5-4. Gonna be intresting to see who wins the AFC West...

Mike Vick puts in another great performance in an Eagles win. The Colts are looking quite inconsistent this season.

The New York Giants are looking hot right now. They're in great form.

Well done to the Browns - fantastic win over Brady's Patriots. They're playing some good football at the moment.

Plz let the Bengals win tonight!
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Post by: UK Redsox on November 09, 2010, 08:13:31 AM
Dallas finally dump Wade Phillips

http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/football/cowboys/stories/110910dnspocow1alede.3ef7b97.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 09, 2010, 08:57:42 AM
Usually by this stage of the season 1 or 2 teams are looking really strong, but no one looks unbeatable this year. The one time I want the Cowboys to win and they lose 45-7.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on November 09, 2010, 04:14:12 PM
Usually by this stage of the season 1 or 2 teams are looking really strong, but no one looks unbeatable this year. The one time I want the Cowboys to win and they lose 45-7.
Yeah, that's what I like, there's no real standout. There's 6 teams who are looking very good/Superbowl contenders at the moment (Patriots, Steelers, Saints, Ravens, Falcons and Giants) then I'd say there is another 6 or 7 teams who could go far this season (Eagles, Jets, Green Bay, Chicago, Tampa Bay, Colts and Titans). Of course we've got a couple of dark horses too.

re: dallas. I don't get it. They know they're shit, they know there season is over, why not just carry on with Phillips and continue being shit then get a great draft pick. I can't understand the logic of doing it now - they are not going to go on a 8 game winning streak now lol.

fucking Bengals. Overrated shit. Seasons is over for them, no more 'Batman and Robin' lol.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 09, 2010, 10:17:11 PM
How does Vick get NFC player of the week?

The team CAN'T score from the redzone!
I have never seen anything like it.

Ackers hit a 21, 22 and 32 yard field goal in that game.  That needs to tell you something right there.  If you are on the 5 yard line and need to settle for 3, how are you the best player in the NFC?
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Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2010, 11:17:43 AM
Here's a shock. Andy Reid was a large child

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2010, 12:38:28 PM
Andy Reid can rap as well

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on November 10, 2010, 02:07:55 PM
How does Vick get NFC player of the week?

The team CAN'T score from the redzone!
I have never seen anything like it.

Ackers hit a 21, 22 and 32 yard field goal in that game.  That needs to tell you something right there.  If you are on the 5 yard line and need to settle for 3, how are you the best player in the NFC?
True, there can be some improvements but Mike Vick is just going to get better and better as the season goes on, the guys a phenom and is 1 of the best performaing QB's in the league right now.

Is Vick eligible for Comeback Player of the Year?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 11, 2010, 08:08:17 AM


Is Vick eligible for Comeback Player of the Year?

I doubt it. He played last season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 14, 2010, 09:10:41 PM
Good result for the Bears against Divisional rivals.
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Post by: usav on November 14, 2010, 10:17:40 PM
Which should put Minnesota out of the play-offs, unless they have a miracle run.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on November 14, 2010, 10:31:45 PM
DA BEARS!!!

Actually looked quite good today. Even our Offensive Line stood up. Not fancying our trip to Miami on Thursday though. Thursday night football really is a load of bollocks. They have a massive advantage as they are at home (and were at home today) so can have four days' practice without having to travel anywhere. Oh well, you never know.

Hopefully Vikings will do us a favour against the Packers next week. They will have to play a lot better than they did today, but I imagine their quarter-back might be up for that game.
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Post by: usav on November 16, 2010, 03:06:02 AM
The Eagles beating up on the Redskins - 4 minutes until half time and it's 42-14.

The Eagles first 5 drives all went for touchdowns.  Insane stuff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 16, 2010, 07:47:43 AM
And in other related "insane" stuff, the Washington Potatoes give McNabb a contract extension

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5809694

A couple of weeks ago, Shanahan pulled Donovan with two minutes to go because the coach didn't think thatb the QB could handle the non-huddle. Now they're giving him $40m guaranteed.

All seems a bit strange
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 16, 2010, 08:03:48 AM
Eagles @ Potatoes highlights

http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=5811683
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on November 16, 2010, 06:47:36 PM
my mind was blown watching the 1st quarter of Redkins vs Eagles last night... first play with Vick bombing it down to DeSean Jackson was just amazing, and from then it just kept on getting better and better - I've never seen such a one sided domination in the NFL.

Michael Vick is just incredible, the dude is the best QB in the NFL right now. I can see the Eagles going far this season with Vick as QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 19, 2010, 08:38:00 PM
700 not out for Da Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2010, 09:36:00 PM
Its Northwestern v Illinois at Wrigley today.

The Health and Safety say that the one endzone is too close to the wall (well, the goalposts are bolted to the wall, so that might have been a hint that there was a problem).

Therefore, all offensive plays will take place towards the other endzone.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 21, 2010, 04:10:59 PM
Should be a great night of NFL action.  I'll be streaming Packers at Vikings, then watching Colts at Patriots and Giants at Eagles on the tele.  3 great games should ease todays pain. 
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Post by: cdbearsfan on November 21, 2010, 06:39:44 PM
Come on you Viqueens.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 22, 2010, 06:23:53 AM
Another great performance by Rodgers and the Packers.  Obviously trying to put the final nail in as many head coaches coffins as possible.

Packers are very close to being 10 and 0 this season.  Two overtime loses and a game against the bears they threw away by giving up so many needless penaltys.  The defence has been incredible and Rodger's has now rediscovered last seasons form.

Considering the ridiculous injuries they have had they've done brilliantly.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 22, 2010, 06:39:37 PM
Any UK forum members who have ESPNAmerica must make sue they catch the Marcus Dupree doc showing this week.

Probably the greatest high school football player of them all
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on November 23, 2010, 11:33:12 AM
Any UK forum members who have ESPNAmerica must make sue they catch the Marcus Dupree doc showing this week.

Probably the greatest high school football player of them all

When's it on?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 24, 2010, 08:17:01 AM
Any UK forum members who have ESPNAmerica must make sue they catch the Marcus Dupree doc showing this week.

Probably the greatest high school football player of them all

When's it on?

Its been on a couple of times already but I'm sure its going to be shown again tonight or tomorrow.

Check out ESPN and ESPNAmerica for "30 for 30" or "The Best That Never Was"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on November 27, 2010, 05:53:48 PM
Boise State - lol. Surely no-one can take them seriously now after losing last night? Contenders for the NC game my ass...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 27, 2010, 07:07:33 PM
It was disappointing to see Boise State lose. I'm with Wilbon and Feinstein when it comes to the BCS.

I'm in favour of anything that sees its crash and burn.

The "cartel" also got lucky with Auburn scraping a victory over 'Bama. Normally I'm an Auburn fan (due to the Bo Jackson connection) but I was hoping they'd lose, so that the BCS title game would have had to include one team from a non-automatic bid conference (ie TCU).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on November 28, 2010, 04:43:49 AM
True, after Boise lost I had mixed emotions... I don't like Boise State, they keep talking themselves up despite having quite an easy schedule and I hate how ESPN jumps on their bandwagon, but at the same time I would of really liked to see them play a top team like Auburn or Oregon because it'd be interesting to see how they'd get on against one of those teams. A loss for them was a big dent, I don't want to see them play TCU again... maybe they still might have a chance to play in Rose Bowl against a pretty decent opponent like Wisconsin or Ohio State.

Great win for Auburn though... watching Alabama crumble after leading 24-0 at home reminded me of Villa who like to throw away leads after playing well... Cam Newton for Heisman now? Looking pretty good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2010, 11:35:19 AM
Cam Newton for Heisman now? Looking pretty good.


....... at least for a while, until he has to hand it back.

How, in the world's most capitalist country, an organisation like the NCAA gets away with not paying its performers is beyond me.
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Post by: bertlambshank on November 28, 2010, 09:21:39 PM
And the Browns win again.
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Post by: usav on November 28, 2010, 10:00:28 PM
Bloody hell, the Steelers were trying everything they could to lose that one.  Just squeezed by in OT.
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Post by: Somniloquism on November 29, 2010, 12:21:08 AM
Unexpected but good win from the Bears even after a tremendous pass at the end to give Eagles a fighting chance. And with Green Bay cocking up we are now top of the North.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 29, 2010, 08:11:23 AM
Bloody hell, the Steelers were trying everything they could to lose that one.  Just squeezed by in OT.

The Bills are having a Villa-esque season, luck-wise.

They've been in  with a chance in most of their games but just keep coming up short
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 29, 2010, 08:28:24 AM
Great game between the falcons and packers last night,

Two best teams in the NFC for me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 29, 2010, 01:31:01 PM
Bloody hell, the Steelers were trying everything they could to lose that one.  Just squeezed by in OT.

The Bills are having a Villa-esque season, luck-wise.

They've been in  with a chance in most of their games but just keep coming up short

Unlike the Jets who keep coming up on the right side of the close games.    Although the Jets are a much better team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 02, 2010, 10:21:31 PM
Anyone got any idea who is gonna coach the U next season?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 03, 2010, 07:50:39 AM
I've heard that they've spoken to Gruden. He'd be a great hire but I fully expect him to return to the NFL once Tampa actually stop paying him not to coach.

More worryingly, I've also heard that the Mike Leach (he of "having players locked in sheds" fame) is in the running.

Other than that I've no clue.


What does everyone think of the Cam Newton situation ?

Does anyone really think that he didn't know that his father was pimping him out to the highest bidder ?
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Post by: bertlambshank on December 05, 2010, 08:57:14 PM
And the Brown's win yet again.
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Post by: Somniloquism on December 05, 2010, 10:31:28 PM
Bears win again. Although the Lions have lost their last 18 Divisional matches before today.
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Post by: The Situation on December 06, 2010, 05:01:02 PM
Unlucky for Ravens to lose when they played so well, just one mistake ruined a potential great night for us. Should of won, we contained Steelers for most of the match, defended great and then balls it up on OUR OWN OFFENSE lol. It's the Steelers division to lose now.

Great win for Oakland, some incredible fake plays by them yesterday catching out Diego... great performance. Not convinced by Chicago though, there record does flatter them... it's annoying how they keep winning I really don't think they're that good.
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Post by: usav on December 06, 2010, 06:45:12 PM
Unlucky for Ravens to lose when they played so well, just one mistake ruined a potential great night for us. Should of won, we contained Steelers for most of the match, defended great and then balls it up on OUR OWN OFFENSE lol. It's the Steelers division to lose now.

That's payback for the one you stole earlier in the year.   Also for the cheapshots on Miller and Big Ben.
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Post by: pmarachi on December 06, 2010, 09:59:40 PM
The U vs. Notre Dame on New Years Eve!

I am having a Miami party at my house if anyone wants to come!  Anyone? Anyone...?


(I just wish that the U had a coach... and a qb... and a rb... etc)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2010, 08:28:56 AM
How 'bout them Patriots ?
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 07, 2010, 03:05:11 PM
1 more win and Da Bears should be in the play-offs.

difficult to see us going far through them though.

Still, makes up for hearing every year that the Packers are going to win the Superbowl. Media darlings, they're as bad a smegging Tottenham.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 07, 2010, 03:53:48 PM
How 'bout them Patriots ?

Brady's performance alone got me into the playoffs in my fanatasy league.   Other than that, he can fuck right off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on December 07, 2010, 11:35:17 PM
Brady's the man, he's the pimp... that Patriots team look unstoppable and it's nice to see them completely destroy the overrated Jets. Good luck to Chicago on Sunday lol.

As for the Jets... GTFO. I cannot stand the drug dealer Santonio Holmes and fatty Rex Ryan - I've had enough of their bullshit, they remind me of spurs so much. Hopefully they lose a few more and play New England again @ Foxboro in the WC game lol.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on December 07, 2010, 11:51:24 PM
Unlucky for Ravens to lose when they played so well, just one mistake ruined a potential great night for us. Should of won, we contained Steelers for most of the match, defended great and then balls it up on OUR OWN OFFENSE lol. It's the Steelers division to lose now.

That's payback for the one you stole earlier in the year.   Also for the cheapshots on Miller and Big Ben.
Yeah, the hit by McClain wasn't nice it was OTT even with a helmet on Millers head... I'd just like to see some consistency by Goodell in the NFL with fines and suspensions. Did you see that thuggish and cowardly hit by Rolando on Darren Sproles? It left Sproles concussed, why go that low with your helmet when Sproles is like 5'6''?!

Here's the video of it...
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Post by: UK Redsox on December 08, 2010, 01:13:57 PM
The late, great Howard Cosell announces Lennon's death on MNF

**

That's John Smith, one of the most successful British NFL players about to kick



[** embedding's disabled, so'll you have to click the "watch on Youtube"]
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 12, 2010, 11:36:44 AM
Congratulations to Auburn's Cam Newton on winning the Heisman Trophy.

Best put on your mantelpiece quickly and take some photos because you'll probably have to hand it back at some point.

(http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2010/1211/ncf_g_heisman14_300.jpg)

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/columns/story?columnist=maisel_ivan&id=5910438

As the first stage of his punishment, Cam could well up having to play for the Carolina Panthers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 12, 2010, 03:00:14 PM
Metrodome roof collapses

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5911532

Start your conspiracy theories now regarding Favre's injury and his consecutive game streak.


It'll be quite simple to fix the dome. Just have Favre hold a news conference and the hot air will have the roof inflated in no time

What it looks like now
(http://assets.nydailynews.com/img/2010/12/13/alg_screengrab_metrodome.jpg) (http://i.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2010/US/12/12/winter.weather/story.dome.colaspe.kare.jpg)

What it should look like
(http://assets.espn.go.com/media/motion/2009/0928/com_090929mlb_caple_metrodome.jpg)


EDIT - Possible alternative venues are the new University of Minnesota stadium, Ford Field in Detroit or the New Orleans Superdome. Whatever venue, it looks likely that the game will be on Monday evening

Detroit is looking favourite because Fox Sports' cameras are already in place in that stadium
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on December 12, 2010, 06:44:31 PM
^^^ I just saw a video on sky sports of the roof collapsing live - looked like something out of a movie. Awful 'arena' though, just awful. Why on earth have they got a roof made out of a giant bedsheet? It's not even a roof.

It's about time the Vikings get a new stadium and move out of that dump otherwise they could become the LA Vikings lol.

Oh, and yeah, well done Cam Newton... deserved the award because he was the best college football player this season. I don't really care too much what happens off the pitch, the NCAA thought he had no involvment and that's good enough for me. I find it unfair he should be screwed over because his father is a crook. I know it's not the same thing but it'd be like denying Mike Vick a probowl place because he used to be a dog killer etc...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 12, 2010, 06:48:58 PM
Why do they have to have a roof anyway the nancy boys?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 12, 2010, 07:07:33 PM


Also, great news that Sky will be giving us "RedZone" next week. I've heard rave reviews about Scott Hanson and the programme itself
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 12, 2010, 07:11:46 PM
^^^ I just saw a video on sky sports of the roof collapsing live - looked like something out of a movie. Awful 'arena' though, just awful. Why on earth have they got a roof made out of a giant bedsheet? It's not even a roof.

It's about time the Vikings get a new stadium and move out of that dump otherwise they could become the LA Vikings lol.


As I mentioned above, the Minnesota Gophers recently had a new stadium built. Considering that they have a maximum of seven home games and the Vikings have eight (plus preseason and potential playoffs), I don't understand why they didn't join forces and built a new facility.

I've not been to a football game in the Metrodome. I've been to several baseball games there and it was awful for that sport.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 12, 2010, 11:55:14 PM
On the downside, Bears are getting hammered. On the plus side, Packers lost.... TO THE FUCKING LIONS!!!

If Patriots play anything like today next week they should beat the Packers, that would leave us one win from clinching the division. I would've settled for us both losing before the start of play as I had no realistic expectation of beating the Patriots. Hard to see who will stop them winning the Superbowl but then again everyone thought the same when the Giants turned them over, so you never know.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 13, 2010, 02:30:40 AM
On the downside, Bears are getting hammered. On the plus side, Packers lost.... TO THE FUCKING LIONS!!!

If Patriots play anything like today next week they should beat the Packers, that would leave us one win from clinching the division. I would've settled for us both losing before the start of play as I had no realistic expectation of beating the Patriots. Hard to see who will stop them winning the Superbowl but then again everyone thought the same when the Giants turned them over, so you never know.

We won the second half.  :-\

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2010, 08:36:19 PM
Jets staff member trips a Dolphins player




I was a rugby match where a spectator threw his bike onto the pitch to trip up the opposition winger
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2010, 08:38:41 PM
All the free tickets to Giants @ Vikes in Detroit have gone

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5915049

Brett still says he's doubtful

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5912457

C'mon, does anyone really think that he won't play ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on December 13, 2010, 09:38:24 PM
lol not quite sure how this is meant to be a 'home' game for Minnesota when it's being played at a neutral stadium and it seems like Minneapolis and East Rutherford are about the same distance away from Detroit. Giants will win tonight.

As for Farve the Great... he will play, he always complains that it could be his 'last game ever' whenever he picks up an injury.

Great weekend of American Football.... Washington cock it up with special teams, Jets lose again, Chicago get hit with a touch of reality in the snow, Jacksonville are looking the real deal winning again, San Diego get a v.important over their divisional rivals and DeSean Jackson trolls Cowboy Stadium with an excellent TD celebration.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2010, 11:03:10 PM
Well I got that wrong. Favre is on the "inactive list" for tonight's game. So the streak ends at 297.

Whilst Brett maybe an egotistical drama queen and, to me, is not one of the all time great QBs; he has to be applauded for the determination shown in getting on the field every game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 15, 2010, 10:54:39 AM
If only I cared about Brett Favre as much as ESPN thinks I do...



The U has a new coach.  Al Golden.  I know who he is because he was at Temple and I follow Philly teams (having lived there for 5 years) to a point.  He pretty much created the Temple football program.  Good exp. but not BIG exp.  Hope it works.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2010, 04:48:20 PM
Sky are showing the "RedZone" channel for the first game today

I've heard rave reviews about this.

Hopefully it'll be good
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2010, 05:07:09 PM
Donovan McNabb has been dropped to third string QB for the rest of the season.

I suspect that's him done in DC.

Maybe Minnesota or Miami next season ?
Title: NFL
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 21, 2010, 08:08:13 AM
2010 NFC North Champions... DA BEARS!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 21, 2010, 12:56:43 PM
Sort of torn in the next set of fixtures. Giants - Packers.

In one way I want the Giants to lose, to give us a better chance of home-field advantage. Plus the Giants tanked us earlier in the season.

On the other hand I hate the 'Tottenham Media Darlings' Packers and it would be funny if they don't make the play-offs.

DA BEARS!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on December 27, 2010, 08:41:21 PM
So, we beat Randy's team who look like they're going to end up with the same record as last season. I don't know how the Stealers are still top, we should be :( atleast we can get the last laugh when we beat them in the playoffs.

Going to be a really interesting final week of games next week especially who'll get the WC spots in the NFC. I'd really like to see the Bucs in there. I don't want Atlanta anywhere near the NFCCG, if they're hopefully not it'll be the Eagles vs Saints.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 03, 2011, 11:54:55 AM
Favre says that he's retired

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5981171

I'll believe this when we go a complete season without him playing
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 03, 2011, 03:45:16 PM
Fair play to the Bears putting their all into the game last night.  First defence for a while to keep Rodgers relatively quiet.

Also well one to the Packers.  After losing 6 very close games, to show the character to win your last 2, with so much pressure on them is excellent.

Packers will now be a dangerous team in the playoffs.  Excellent defence, Very dangerous quaterback and wide receivers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 03, 2011, 09:42:51 PM
FUUUUUUUUUUUU

I really wanted Tampa Bay in the playoffs.. they've done great this season and Josn Freeman is brilliant young QB. It's disgraceful how the friggin Seapigeons are getting into the playoffs with a 7-9 record!!! No way should they be allowed into the playoffs. It's annoying how they'll be in the playoffs whereas a team like the Bucs who've done great won't be :(

Oh well, should be a good weekend of wildcard games this weekend. Ravens have got Kansas City away, will be a test but I do think we'll have too much for them. I also see Indianappolis beating the Jets, Eagles beating the Packers and the Saints thrashing the Seahawks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 04, 2011, 03:16:33 AM
I desperately want Eagles to beat Packers. Not just because I dislike the Packers but also because I would much rather face the Eagles than the Saints in the divisional game.

Play-off predictions anyone?

I'll go with (winners in capitals)...

Wildcard Games

AFC

Jets at COLTS
RAVENS at Jets

NFC

PACKERS at Eagles
SAINTS at Seahawks

Divisional Games

AFC

Ravens at PATRIOTS
COLTS at Steelers

NFC

Packers at FALCONS
SAINTS at Bears (hope I'm wrong though come on Da Bears!)

Championship Games

AFC

COLTS at Patriots

NFC

Saints at FALCONS

Superbowl

Colts 20 FALCONS 24

Actually I sort of think the Patriots will win it but that seems too boring and obvious a choice.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 04, 2011, 09:10:12 AM
You're right about how the Patriots cage will literrally get rattled... for me, this season is just a replica of the 2007 season minus the 2 losses they've had. Everyone expects them to breeze through to the Superbowl and demolish whoever they play. I don't think the Colts will be the ones who stop them though... Brady will have a field day against their defence and they'll be pick six's all coming off Manning. The only ones who have shown they can stop the Patriots are Baltimore.

the Falcons... Saints gave them a pre-warning a couple of weeks ago of what might happen in a few weeks time. Boffin stats really mean nothing in a playoff game, Atlanta's home record will mean nothing when the Saints stroll into A-Town again... they've already got one over them this season, in a big game like an NFC Championship game I'd fancy the Saints. The dream scenario is for Mike Vick to come into Atlanta and just completley troll the Falcons throwing passes to DeSean Jackson who'll be doing cartwheels into the endzone - it would be great and I'd be laughing for 3 hours.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 04, 2011, 01:31:22 PM
If the Steelers can avoid the Ravens in the divisonal round, I really fancy us to beat the Patriots in the AFC championship game.    The Patriots have it coming to them and I think the Steelers are the team to do it.

However, if they have to play Baltimore the week before, those games are just so mentally intense and phycially demanding, I can't see them recovering in time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 04, 2011, 08:51:08 PM
The Pats owned the Steelers during their regular season game and I see no reason why they wouldn't again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 04, 2011, 09:09:47 PM
The Pats owned the Steelers during their regular season game and I see no reason why they wouldn't again.

I'm well aware of that, but there is no way they would do that again - there is too much experience in that Steelers defence to allow that to happen again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 04, 2011, 10:24:23 PM
But haven't the Pats beaten the Steelers twice before in AFC Championship games...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 05, 2011, 06:02:36 AM
But haven't the Pats beaten the Steelers twice before in AFC Championship games...

Yes, but this is a different Steeler team (on the offence) and I also think the Pats young defense may struggle come the play-offs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 05, 2011, 11:02:26 AM
I have to say, I don't see the Pats struggling much anywhere.

My wife decided to start cheering for the packers to piss me off going into Sunday.  She calls them the Wisconsin Cheeseheads.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 05, 2011, 02:08:41 PM
I think New Orleans are by far the best team in the NFC, but winning three play-off games on the road is a tough ask. Still reckon they'll do it though.

Nothing in the AFC - any given Sunday (except Kansas). Pats defence is too flaky and dependent on turnovers for them to be anything more than lukewarm favourites. Reckon Baltimore might turn them over in Foxboro again. Steelers for me.

Saints to retain their title.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 06, 2011, 04:01:48 AM
Al Davis is the worst owner of anything in sport, for someone that looks 100 he has the mentality of a 10 year old. Pathetic man still living in the 1980's. The RAIDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDERS (sorry, had to do that) white washed their division and finished up at a respectable 8-8 after years and years of losing seasons.

Oh, and the Rooney Rule is the most retarded rule to have ever been invented in sports. Doesn't matter what skin colour you have, why should a GM be forced into interviewing you when they don't want you as manager? It's a joke of rule. Utter nonsense.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2011, 08:07:58 AM
There were a couple of bad defeats for the Raiders this season (eg ARZ and SF). However, considering how crap they've been since their Superbowl appearance, 8 - 8 with a divisional sweep isn't bad.

The Cable Guy should feel hard done by not to be given a new contract
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 06, 2011, 01:39:37 PM
There were a couple of bad defeats for the Raiders this season (eg ARZ and SF).

Don't forget @Pittsburgh as well - they came for a fight, got one and lost, badly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 08, 2011, 06:26:45 PM
Dang, forgot there were WC games tonight.

Saints gonna destroy Seapigeons and the overrated Jets get Manning'ed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 08, 2011, 07:17:49 PM
WC Weekend predictions

Saints over Seahawks
Packers over Eagles
Colts over Jets
Ravens over Chiefs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 09, 2011, 12:49:59 AM
OMG! Anyone watching Seahawks vs Saints? Epic game is epic.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 09, 2011, 01:02:39 AM
I think New Orleans are by far the best team in the NFC, but winning three play-off games on the road is a tough ask. Still reckon they'll do it though.

Saints to retain their title.

Ha ha ha ! I am *such* a shit pundit....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2011, 12:34:58 PM
Oops, two wrong out of two

The Saints secondary was awful both in pass coverage and in tackling.

The Colts v Jets game wasn't as exciting but I thought that Peyton had won it with that last drive. If not for a decent kickoff by the Jets, the Colts would have hung on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 09, 2011, 04:13:57 PM
Well, at least the Patriots don't have to play Baltimore now. Bit more confident about beating the Jets...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 09, 2011, 04:24:11 PM
Well, at least the Patriots don't have to play Baltimore now. Bit more confident about beating the Jets...
We'll just have to beat the Patriots in the AFC Championship game ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 09, 2011, 09:22:15 PM
RAVENS! Great road playoff win for us... we're coming for ya Pittsburgh!

(http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2007_images/nfl/FVI/ray.lewis.jpg)

(http://helmet2helmet.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/ed-reed.jpg)

(http://oddsauthority.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Joe_Flacco.png)

(http://media.nj.com/rutgers_football/photo/ray-rice-ravens-file-9aa9486c0c696287_large.jpg)

(http://frtim.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/baltimore_ravens.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 10, 2011, 12:46:48 AM
I wonder what odds you could have got on Seattle being the only home win this weekend...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 10, 2011, 01:20:02 AM
Get in there Packers,

Nearly threw it away, which would have been a travesty after dominating the 1st half the way they did.

Gonna be some game the Packers @ Falcons if the regular season game between the two is anything to go by.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 10, 2011, 02:24:04 AM
Why I am I not surprised that 3 teams won when they were not meant to? Just proves anything can happen in the playoffs - it's great to watch all the drama happen.

It's still unpredictable on who will win next week after what we've seen this weekend, I won't be surprised if the Packers win in Atlanta not will I be surprised if the Seahawks win in Chicago. This season keeps on producing twists and turns.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2011, 08:11:32 AM
NCAA BCS National Championship Game tonight.

Auburn v Oregon

Who's ya got ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2011, 02:01:36 PM
RAVENS! Great road playoff win for us... we're coming for ya Pittsburgh!

From the three possibilities, that was my least favourite option.   I hate the Steelers/Ravens games - whichever team wins will be so banged up they won't be able to beat the Jets or the Pats anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2011, 03:54:23 PM
Steelers v Ravens must be played in snow or at least a heavy rainstorm.

This game will be proper, in yer face football
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2011, 04:13:56 PM
Steelers v Ravens must be played in snow or at least a heavy rainstorm.

This game will be proper, in yer face football

You will get your wish, it's snow all week on the menu here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 13, 2011, 07:16:04 PM
I wish the Bears game was before the Packers one. If we win I want Green Bay to beat Atlanta so we get a home game in the CC match. If we lose I don't care I just want the sodding Packers out.

I reckon we'll win, then lose to Atlanta, anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 14, 2011, 07:14:18 AM
Staleys against Packers in the NFC Championship would be ep-ick
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 14, 2011, 04:14:58 PM
Not long until war starts tommorow. Ray Lewis is throwing darts at a Ben Rothlisberger poster...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 14, 2011, 07:48:02 PM
Difficult to predict any of this weekend's games with any confidence.

I expect the Brady Bunch to beat the Jets but have no clue on the other three.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 14, 2011, 08:08:08 PM
What I'd like to see is a Ravens victory of course, Jets to beat Pats, Atlanta to beat Packers and Seahawks to beat Chicago.

Even if I don't get I want in terms of results I can see an upset this weekend.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 14, 2011, 08:20:55 PM
I don't have a good feeling about the Steelers.   I hope I'm wrong.

I really, really hope the Jets can pull off the miracle in New England.   

Packers and the Bears for me in the NFC - what an NFC final that would make!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 14, 2011, 08:30:13 PM
Using my legendary prediction skills (ahem)

Bears v Packers
Patriots v Steelers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 15, 2011, 10:10:02 PM
Ravens @ Steelers has already featured at least one head-butt
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 15, 2011, 10:26:04 PM
Wes Welker of the Patriots takes the piss out of the Rex Ryan "foot fetish" situation

http://deadspin.com/5732917/wes-welker-makes-11-references-to-feet-in-one-press-conference?skyline=true&s=i
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 16, 2011, 01:29:52 AM
What a fucking game that was.  Have it you Ravens, have it.

Steelers defence comes through yet again!
Title: NFL
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 16, 2011, 04:14:43 AM
Georgia Dome resembles an Australian cricket ground. There's only away fans there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 16, 2011, 11:30:23 AM
Two great games last night.  Really tight Ravens and Steelers, then a very impressive demolition job by the Packers. 

There can't be a better quarterback right now than Aaron Rodgers (Including Tom Brady).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Countryside Villain on January 16, 2011, 07:04:36 PM
What a fucking game that was.  Have it you Ravens, have it.

Steelers defence comes through yet again!

Yep.  Sat up watching that one last night.  Huge 4th quarter effort.

The Bears look like wrapping this game up by half time.  Seattle just not at the races at all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 16, 2011, 09:03:19 PM
Bears are playing Green Bay in post season for only the second ever time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on January 17, 2011, 12:30:24 AM
Looks like the Jets have the measure of the Pats!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2011, 12:51:07 AM
Any of the four teams could win it all now.

Please please please please Bears, beat the bloody Packers!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 17, 2011, 08:18:47 AM
Georgia Dome resembles an Australian cricket ground. There's only away fans there.

Atlanta is pretty much full of "expats" - when the Red Sox play the Braves it's like a home game for the Sox - same when the Mets or Phillies are in town.

College football is their real passion - if you are a native Georgian.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 17, 2011, 08:27:27 AM
Bears are playing Green Bay in post season for only the second ever time.

I was surprised to see that (they should some clips of the 1941 game).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 17, 2011, 08:28:04 AM
OK, hands up who had the Jets winning


.......... thought not


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 17, 2011, 05:10:56 PM
Three miserable play-off defeats on the bounce for New England. All in games we started favourites.

Have a sore wrist this morning, may have punched Rex Ryan in the face at the end. You should see the state of the other guy...errrr...television.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 17, 2011, 08:09:50 PM
Three miserable play-off defeats on the bounce for New England. All in games we started favourites.

Have a sore wrist this morning, may have punched Rex Ryan in the face at the end. You should see the state of the other guy...errrr...television.

Well, if large sweaty men in tight trousers have that affect on you !!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 17, 2011, 09:15:02 PM
I've been in mourning last weekend.

Baltimore straight up LOST the game, Pittsburgh did not win it, it was our fuck ups which just gifted the Steelers. I was just completely stunned at how we managed to ruin it for ourselves. WHAT ON EARTH WAS GOING ON WITH OUR DEFENCE WITH 3RD AND 10 IN THE LAST FEW MINUTES!!!!!!! Even at that stage, despite all the turnovers we were still in there and would have probably won with a field goal. I felt sooooo depressed after the game, we kept finding ways to gift Pittsburgh. I'M SICK OF BEING THE 'NEARLY' TEAM... WHEN ARE WE GOING TO BREAK OUR DUCK AND MAKE IT ALL THE WAY AGAIN. IT'S JUST SO DEPRESSING BECAUSE I KNOW WE WOULD OF BEATEN EITHER JETS OR PATRIOTS, WHAT COULD OF BEEN! NOW WE'VE GOT TO START ALL OVER AGAIN NEXT SEASON :(

I thought I was depressed? THEN THOSE FUCKING JETS WIN. That really put the final nail in the coffin for me. If Baltimore didn't win I wanted the Pats into the Superbowl, how on earth did Jets beat Tom Brady at home? This is just the worst case scenario for me personally... and it happened!! I think I dislike the Jets as much as the Steelers (no hate).

Unfortunately, it looks like it's going to be a 3rd Superbowl for Pittsburgh in 6 years which would be very impressive. Good luck to the rest of the teams in the Championship games - I think it'll be a Packers-Steelers Superbowl.

(sorry for the angry caps - I'm still seething at what's happened - just in total shock still... Darren Bent has put a smile on my face though today to cheer me up no homo)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 17, 2011, 09:27:34 PM
Baltimore straight up LOST the game, Pittsburgh did not win it, it was our fuck ups which just gifted the Steelers. Unfortunately, it looks like it's going to be a 3rd Superbowl for Pittsburgh in 6 years which would be very impressive. Good luck to the rest of the teams in the Championship games - I think it'll be a Packers-Steelers Superbowl.

It was our fuck ups that let you in the game to begin with in the first half.  This game was always going to be won on turnovers or mistakes.  The Steelers won it fair and square because they were the better team, end of story.   Flacco shat his pants in the second half and couldn't deal with the pressure.   Don't get me wrong, he will be a good QB, he just has some growing up to do.

Now, before the weekend I wanted the Jets as I thought that was the better match up for the Steelers - especially at home so they didn't have to go to New England.  Now I'm not so sure, Ryan has got them really pumped up and   it should be a heck of a game. 

Steelers vs Packers would be a dream Superbowl for the country.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 17, 2011, 10:36:43 PM
Apart from the balls up from your players not realising Suggs knocked the ball out of Roethlisberger's hand that's all we got off you (oh, and some dodgy ref calls and a headbutt on TJ). You were only 7-0 within a few minutes so it's hardly the same as being 21-7 up with the Steelers looking lost - it was our massive mistakes that brought you back into the game.

The turning point was with the turnovers in the second-half... it made a massive impact on the game whereas that fumble in the first half was never going to impact the game in a major way.

Bottom line is very poor mistakes from our offense gave you the win, no way would our defense let you have it easy making 3 TD's from your offense averaging 70 yards each time did you have the ball lol.

Oh well, atleast I predicted Brady wouldn't be getting a 4th ring... the playoffs have just completely summed up this season in a nutshell - bizarre and unpredictable.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 17, 2011, 11:56:05 PM
It has been a pretty crazy season, I didn't expect the Steelers to be here, but here they are again......their ability to do this year after year without the flash names is really staggering.   Still, as I said, the Jets will be just as tough as Baltimore and I'm not taking anything for granted.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 18, 2011, 08:04:19 AM

(Darren Bent has put a smile on my face though today to cheer me up no homo)

After reading your rant, I'm sure the homos are relieved.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 18, 2011, 10:26:00 AM
The worst thing about this year's play-offs is, I'm going to have to root for the Steelers on Sunday. That's going to feel way wrong...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 18, 2011, 12:49:40 PM
The worst thing about this year's play-offs is, I'm going to have to root for the Steelers on Sunday. That's going to feel way wrong...

No, you can support Da Bears to win it all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 18, 2011, 02:09:21 PM
The worst thing about this year's play-offs is, I'm going to have to root for the Steelers on Sunday. That's going to feel way wrong...

No, you can support Da Bears to win it all.

I'm fairly agnostic as to who wins the NFC. But yes, whoever does is already guaranteed my support in the Superbowl. Hopefully at Superbash again...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 19, 2011, 01:04:01 AM
Go Jets I guess.

I just want the Jets to win because I live in Giant's territory and the Giants fans have such a huge ego about how great they are and how bad the Jets are.

I'm an Eagles fan, but I have a soft spot for the Jets.

(I am just REALLY glad the Pats are out.  Talk about a Glory Hunting group of fans...)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 19, 2011, 02:24:26 AM
It has been a pretty crazy season, I didn't expect the Steelers to be here, but here they are again......their ability to do this year after year without the flash names is really staggering.   Still, as I said, the Jets will be just as tough as Baltimore and I'm not taking anything for granted.
The Steelers are this year's Man United. It just seems inevitable that you're going to win another Superbowl although you're right about the Jets... they really have thrown a spanner into the works, however Pittsburgh won't let them win again at Heinz Field.

As a neutral Packers vs Steelers would be a great match up. It's funny really, everyone was hyping up the Packers big time in pre-season and they flattered to decieve quite a bit losing 6 games and just scraping through to the playoffs as a WC... now they've stepped up in the playoffs and now everyone's talking about them again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 19, 2011, 12:55:42 PM
They never stop talking about the Packers - they are the Tottenham Hotspur of American Football.

Unfortunately like Spurs they are actually quite good not, I have to admit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 19, 2011, 03:07:33 PM
I'm an Eagles fan, but I have a soft spot for the Jets.

(I am just REALLY glad the Pats are out.  Talk about a Glory Hunting group of fans...)

Well, at least as an Eagles fan, nobody can ever accuse you of being a glory hunter eh ? Unless dog-fighting is your thing...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 19, 2011, 11:02:08 PM
True story about the Patriots and the fans.

I grew up and currently live in Southern Connecticut.  I live about 10-15 miles from the New York border, about 25 miles from Yankee Stadium, and about 60 miles from the Mass border, but about 180 miles from Gillete field.

Now my whole life I never knew anyone but Giant's and Jet's fans.  Never met a Patriots fan.  I had several friends who went to college in Boston and they will tell you, the Pat's had their fans, but it wasn't a big deal, certainly nothing like the Red sox.
To show how unpopular they were, every single year of my childhood there was a rumor that the Pats would be moving some 200 miles down into Connecticut, because they just weren't selling tickets in Mass.

Well what happened?
They won a SUPER BOWL!!
My friends in Boston said out of nowhere, there were TONS of DIEHARD pats fans in th streets, having parades, and wearing their new pats gear.

200 miles away, in Southern CT, the Pats became 50% of the fans you came across, who now said "Well, we are in between ny and ma here" (we aren't), and so "they are like the home team, always have been" (never were).

The fans are the WORST too.

You couldn't find a single one (literally not a single one) in the bar when the pats played the year Brady broke his leg, but they all showed up this year.  The ladies in pink jerseys, the men who couldn't name the kicker before A.V. (without the phone google of course).

It's really annoying.

This is way I will always consider anyone who literally doesn't live next door to that stadium and is a pat's fan a front runner.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 20, 2011, 03:53:47 AM
It has been a pretty crazy season, I didn't expect the Steelers to be here, but here they are again......their ability to do this year after year without the flash names is really staggering.   Still, as I said, the Jets will be just as tough as Baltimore and I'm not taking anything for granted.
The Steelers are this year's Man United. It just seems inevitable that you're going to win another Superbowl although you're right about the Jets... they really have thrown a spanner into the works, however Pittsburgh won't let them win again at Heinz Field.

As a neutral Packers vs Steelers would be a great match up. It's funny really, everyone was hyping up the Packers big time in pre-season and they flattered to decieve quite a bit losing 6 games and just scraping through to the playoffs as a WC... now they've stepped up in the playoffs and now everyone's talking about them again.

Packers did lose 6 games true,(interestingly all of them by 4 points or less) but had to deal with an almost Aston Villaesque run of injuries earlier in the season. Having players like Grant and Finlay out all season is going to hurt any team massively.  Add to that Clay Matthews missing a third of the season and many other players missing a number of games, it looks quite a strong effort to ONLY lose 6 games.  A number of those could have been wins if the Packers could have kept their discipline.(The game at Chicago is a strong example of this.  19 penaltys in a game lost by only 3 points).

They look the real deal now.  Aaron Rogers is playing out of his mind good, whilst the wide receivers offer so much threat. Defensively the Packers look strong too. ( How on earth was Tramon Williams overlooked for the pro bowl by the way?)

It's gonna take a lot to stop them.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 20, 2011, 07:19:40 AM
Oh I think we all recognise that behaviour. Chelsea were a very unfashionable team to support in London until about 15 years ago - now you see as many blue shirts as red or white. In the 1990s you suddenly couldn't go anywhere without tripping over lifelong Newcastle fans. I confidently expect sky blue shirts to start proliferating all over the UK.

I'm afraid I live a long way from Foxboro, and have never even been there (one day), but I've been a Pats fan since 1985, when I first started following the game, and we were utter crap for most of that time...I'm enjoying this period while I can, because it will end sometime, probably fairly soon when Brady and Bill retire, and we'll almost certainly never be this good again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mac on January 20, 2011, 07:33:50 AM
I had a soft spot for the Pats.  With "Brit" John Smith doing the C4 show.

<Nostalgia>
I'll always remember that prior to one of their regular season games in 1980 he had an interview with Steve Grogan, his ex team mate whom Grogan showed the play book.  They talked about a "flea-flicker"  And there, in the game was the actual play.  To see something written down and then executed perfectly is what got me hooked on American Football.  It made sense of the actual mayhem it looked like.

I think in a post match interview Groagan admitted to Smith that he'd only shown him that play because he thought there was zero chance of them using it.

</Nostalgia>
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2011, 08:01:23 AM



At least John (and I think I can call him John, based on the fact that I knew his brother!) still sounded British, unlike Mick Luckhurst
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2011, 08:31:41 AM
NFL selling $200 tickets to watch the Superbowl in Dallas............... on a screen OUTSIDE the stadium

http://sports.espn.go.com/dallas/nfl/news/story?id=6037397
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 20, 2011, 09:11:07 AM
Mac, uncanny, that show with the flea-flicker is the reason I chose to be a Patriots fan !!!

I'd been watching for a few weeks but hadn't settled on a team, and seeing that made my mind up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 20, 2011, 02:04:06 PM
Oh I think we all recognise that behaviour. Chelsea were a very unfashionable team to support in London until about 15 years ago - now you see as many blue shirts as red or white. In the 1990s you suddenly couldn't go anywhere without tripping over lifelong Newcastle fans. I confidently expect sky blue shirts to start proliferating all over the UK.

I'm afraid I live a long way from Foxboro, and have never even been there (one day), but I've been a Pats fan since 1985, when I first started following the game, and we were utter crap for most of that time...I'm enjoying this period while I can, because it will end sometime, probably fairly soon when Brady and Bill retire, and we'll almost certainly never be this good again.

it's all good.

I do wish they would go back to the old symbol though.

(same for the birds)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 20, 2011, 02:15:31 PM
also...

Aaron Rodgers is my boy.

I honestly love that man.

I have secretly been rooting for him since the first Favre-gate.

I wouldn't mind seeing him win a superbowl as kind of a tribute to the packers fans who stuck by him.

Which makes me think of another question if anyone cares to answer it.

Top 5 current favorite players that don't play for your team. (in my case, the birds)
(Don't have to be all stars or anything)

1) Aaron Rodgers (Just love to see this guy do well)
2) Devin Hester (The U!)
3) Terrel Suggs (the BEAST)
4) T.J. Houshmandzadeh (My fellow half Iranian Iranian-American)
5) Tom Brady (yeah... I said it.  He's fantastic)

Honorable mentions:
Wes Welker, Ed Reed, Chad Johnson,  Matt Forte, Donald Driver, Marshawn Lynch, Dawan Landry

And I will always love Brian Westbrook and Donovan McNabb.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 21, 2011, 01:40:40 AM
1. Tim Tebow ('nuff said)
2. DeSean 'troll' Jackson (love his trolling just before he makes a TD)
3. Josh Freeman (Had a great season with the Bucs)
4. Michael Vick (Redemption)
5. Drew Brees (class act)

Honourable mentions: Suh, Rodgers, Woodhead, Lynch and Garrard
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2011, 08:44:44 AM
1. Tim Tebow ('nuff said)
2. DeSean 'troll' Jackson (love his trolling just before he makes a TD)
3. Josh Freeman (Had a great season with the Bucs)
4. Michael Vick (Redemption)
5. Drew Brees (class act)

Honourable mentions: Suh, Rodgers, Woodhead, Lynch and Garrard


1) Nooooooooooooooo. Hopefully some linebacker will soon smash Tebow and his smug "holier than thou" attitude into the middle of next week

2) Agree. Despite Goodell's efforts to stamp it out, the NFL needs arrogance and humor

3) Yep, very underrated

4) Got more stick for mistreating animals than other players got for mistreating humans
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 21, 2011, 10:46:00 AM
Tebow's probably the closest thing I have to a hero.

Humble, aesthetically pleasing and is adored by everyone.

He's the greatest college football player of all time and he'll turn around the Denver Broncos single-handedly from awful to Awesome. Future NFL HOF'er and is bound to win a few Superbowls.

A gift from God, a gift from Tebow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2011, 12:58:41 PM
1. Tim Tebow ('nuff said)
2. DeSean 'troll' Jackson (love his trolling just before he makes a TD)
3. Josh Freeman (Had a great season with the Bucs)
4. Michael Vick (Redemption)
5. Drew Brees (class act)

Honourable mentions: Suh, Rodgers, Woodhead, Lynch and Garrard

I agree with Jackson, and maybe even Brees, he was great 24 months ago and I also like him...

But...

Tim Tebow?
Mike Vick?

Tim Tebow?!?!?!  Really?!?!?!
 
Everyone is entitled to an opinion, but this is getting insane!!
Can we put a one year ban on this guy from NFL board?

hahaha
J/K



(no, seriously, is that possible to do?  Tim Tebow?!?!)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2011, 01:01:07 PM
Tebow's probably the closest thing I have to a hero.

Humble, aesthetically pleasing and is adored by everyone.

He's the greatest college football player of all time and he'll turn around the Denver Broncos single-handedly from awful to Awesome. Future NFL HOF'er and is bound to win a few Superbowls.

A gift from God, a gift from Tebow.

ok, I get it.

I am pretty sure this a joke now.
I guess my humor isn't fully tuned up at 7:30 am

My bad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 21, 2011, 02:03:41 PM
No wind up's here.

Tebow's jersey is the #1 selling jersey this season. You can't argue with that. He's just loved. How can you dislike him?!

Oh Timmy Tebow!
Timmy Timmy Timmy Timmy Tebow!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2011, 02:25:25 PM
No wind up's here.

Tebow's jersey is the #1 selling jersey this season. You can't argue with that. He's just loved. How can you dislike him?!

Oh Timmy Tebow!
Timmy Timmy Timmy Timmy Tebow!

Because of his smug "holier than thou attitude" and stance on abortion rights etc
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 21, 2011, 08:38:28 PM
Heh heh heh. Do not feed the trolls ...

Top 5 Oppo players I admire in no particular order.

Darelle Revis, Drew Brees, Clay Matthews, Troy Polamalu, Ray Lewis.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2011, 10:13:55 PM
No wind up's here.

Tebow's jersey is the #1 selling jersey this season. You can't argue with that. He's just loved. How can you dislike him?!

Oh Timmy Tebow!
Timmy Timmy Timmy Timmy Tebow!

Because of his smug "holier than thou attitude" and stance on abortion rights etc

Add to that this idol like praise he has recieved as an NFL qb, who hasn't... well... done ANYTHING in the NFL...

I get it.  Middle America and the South want the face of the NFL to be white and they want him to thump the bible as hard as they do, but come on.

I'm sure he's a great guy, and all, but if he is one of your top 5 players to watch in the league, you aren't looking at the field.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 21, 2011, 10:14:44 PM
Heh heh heh. Do not feed the trolls ...

Top 5 Oppo players I admire in no particular order.

Darelle Revis, Drew Brees, Clay Matthews, Troy Polamalu, Ray Lewis.

I forgot Darelle Revis!

He should be my number 5.1
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 22, 2011, 10:30:35 AM
Still pretty nervous about tomorrow. Dreading seeing those bastards lift the Halas Trophy at Soldier Field. COME ON YOU BEARS!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2011, 11:17:00 AM
Add to that this idol like praise he has recieved as an NFL qb, who hasn't... well... done ANYTHING in the NFL...

I get it.  Middle America and the South want the face of the NFL to be white and they want him to thump the bible as hard as they do, but come on.

I'm sure he's a great guy, and all, but if he is one of your top 5 players to watch in the league, you aren't looking at the field.

At least the emergence of Tebow has reduced the amount that the NFL and their TV partners bang on about Pat Tillman
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2011, 07:35:48 PM
So, who'll be the star running back in the first game ? Red Grange or Paul Hornung
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2011, 07:37:18 PM
Bronko Nagurski.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2011, 08:12:05 PM
Fuck's sake. Shit start.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2011, 10:03:48 PM
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2011, 11:15:02 PM
Oh well at least we put up a reasonable fight near the end. The better team won.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 23, 2011, 11:22:49 PM
Get in there Packers. 

Good fightback by the Bears, but always felt the GB defence had one more big play in it.

Now onwards Packers and win me that Ł750 at the Superbowl please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 23, 2011, 11:30:13 PM
Are people taking this game of catch seriously then?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 23, 2011, 11:50:30 PM
Are people taking this game of catch seriously then?

It's rather big now you know.  Obviously not a physically demanding sport such as Tennis or Snooker, but popular all the same.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 24, 2011, 12:16:00 AM
Are people taking this game of catch seriously then?

It's rather big now you know.  Obviously not a physically demanding sport such as Tennis or Snooker, but popular all the same.

Gosh.

I'm watching it now and it seems to consist of loads of big chaps running into each other followed by some other smaller blokes in Newcastle shirts pointing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 24, 2011, 12:19:55 AM
Are people taking this game of catch seriously then?

It's rather big now you know.  Obviously not a physically demanding sport such as Tennis or Snooker, but popular all the same.

Gosh.

I'm watching it now and it seems to consist of loads of big chaps running into each other followed by some other smaller blokes in Newcastle shirts pointing.

Well said,

No more need to post in this thread now you've got your point across.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on January 24, 2011, 01:18:47 AM
Are people taking this game of catch seriously then?

It's rather big now you know.  Obviously not a physically demanding sport such as Tennis or Snooker, but popular all the same.

Gosh.

I'm watching it now and it seems to consist of loads of big chaps running into each other followed by some other smaller blokes in Newcastle shirts pointing.

Well said,

No more need to post in this thread now you've got your point across.
lol

NFL > Rugby

Watching the O-V-E-R-R-A-T-E-D J-E-T-S getting thumped by Pittsburgh. Could see this coming.

Even better I picked up some $$$ having a bet with a Bears fan. Easy money to take, Packers were always going to win. As much as I like the Bears they have flattered to decieve this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 24, 2011, 09:01:53 AM
Great. Have the Monday off so that I can watch a Superbowl between 2 teams that I hate. Finally have a good week with the football and the American Footy goes cack.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2011, 12:41:06 PM
Move over "Fridge", here comes "The Freezer"

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 24, 2011, 02:54:58 PM
Another Superbowl, can't believe it really.   They did their best to throw it away in the second half, but hung in there.

Not a good match up against the Packers, especially indoors on turf.   Oh well, they are there and have a chance.  They will need Pouncey to be fit though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mazrim on January 24, 2011, 03:19:56 PM
Well, I called the Packers from the start and not just because I'm a Packers fan, well, maybe a little bit.

Its going to be a hell of a blood and thunder Superbowl.
Our offence didn't really show up last night but with that defence you always have a chance.

Packers have a better defence (although it's close), better QB (though Roethlisberger is no mug) and arguably better recievers when they're on it.
Pittsburgh have a better running game and are mentally tough. Strong all round.
But I'm tipping Green Bay to just edge it. If we had Grant and Finley I wouldn't hesitate to say Green Bay but we dont so, close.

It all depends how Big Ben does under pressure, because he's going to be under a fair amount with Clay Matthews and Co coming at him. And then if Rodgers and the receivers can get the rhythm going with the passing game because our running game is invariably hopeless without Grant. Starks is still learning his trade and our offensive line is good at protecting Rodgers but making gaps is not a forte.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2011, 03:26:04 PM
(http://goo.gl/N7KJX)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 24, 2011, 03:29:12 PM
Well I guess I'll be supporting the Packers. I don't particularly dislike Pittsburgh, but they've won enough, both lately and historically.

Have applied for my SuperBash tickets, find out on Wednesday if I've been lucky again - been twice in the last four years. Two years on the trot might be asking too much, fingers crossed.

My missus wants to come with me this time, which I'm not sure is the best idea - she watches games with me at home, but often dozes off during the late ones...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 25, 2011, 11:57:11 AM
I'm all packers this year.

I went out to watch the Stelers/Jets game, in NY, and the place was full of Steelers fans.  Mostly girls, and a lot of them were in pink.  It reminded me of the Pat's 3 years ago.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 28, 2011, 08:38:14 PM
So, where will Jeff Fisher end up ?

Will he be coaching next season or turn into the next Bill Cowher ?

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=6068437
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 28, 2011, 08:43:02 PM
Can't stand the Packers, can't stand the Steelers.

At least the half-time show will be good.

What do you mean it's the fucking Black-Eyed Peas?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on February 01, 2011, 11:17:51 AM
FAO of people in the UK who have Sky Sports...

Every day on Sky Sports 4 they're showing about 7 'NFL America's Game' from 10am-5pm starting from the 1966 Packers all the way thru to the 2009 Saints. Unfortunately I only just saw this when I checked my TV guide so I missed all of yesterday's documentries. Right now it's the 1975 Steelers and will finish today with the 1980 Raiders.

1981 49'ers, 1983 Raiders, 1985 Bears, 1994 49'ers, 1998 Broncos, 2000 Ravens, 2002 Bucs, 2003 Patriots, 2004 Patriots and 2009 Saints will all be recorded and going onto my Sky+ box.

I always enjoy watching these documentries and it's each great every, single one going back to 1966 is going to be shown. Enjoy!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 01, 2011, 12:56:42 PM
Does this mean that I'll get to watch Da Bears doing the Superbowl Shuffle?

 8)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2011, 08:18:15 AM
I'd already seen the ones from 1974 to 1982 ish, so I just recorded the earlier ones.

My Sky+ is nearly full, so I can't record them all. Ever since Sky removed the "Copy" facility (which allowed for bulk exporting to a DVR), its more difficult to keep things for posterity.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 05, 2011, 07:11:18 PM
Fireball Superbowl XLV tomorrow

Who's ya got ? Cheeseheads or Steelheads ?

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2011, 11:00:17 PM
It goes against the grain, but I am supporting the Packers. The Steelers don't deserve to have won three SuperBowls in the last five years or so. They've been decidedly average for most of that time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on February 07, 2011, 02:01:01 AM
(http://twitpic.com/show/full/3x9o23)

It was worse than that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 07, 2011, 03:40:37 AM
It goes against the grain, but I am supporting the Packers. The Steelers don't deserve to have won three SuperBowls in the last five years or so. They've been decidedly average for most of that time.

That's a ridiculous thing to say.   

They didn't deserve to win tonight, too many mistakes - but they have a hell of a team and deserve all the success they've had.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 07, 2011, 09:36:28 AM
Pittsburgh were awful in the first half but I thought that the injuries to the Packers secondary were going to provide a way back for the Steelers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 07, 2011, 09:50:10 AM
(http://gif.mocksession.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/AROD-EATS-IT.gif.pagespeed.ce.Nc-44F2uG1.gif)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mazrim on February 07, 2011, 12:10:47 PM
Get in!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 07, 2011, 12:17:58 PM
It was actually quite a good game,  after I'd been dreading it all week.

I may have been waving a towel at one stage....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on February 07, 2011, 06:33:14 PM
Sweet.

Pretty entertaining Super Bowl 45...  the score was about what I thought it'd be, the INT's and turnovers helped the Packers to a deserved victory. Nelson was a beast.

Was a nervous finish, expected more from the Steelers, I thought they'd make some epic comeback with Big Ben throwing a monster 40 yarder to Whines Hard... not to be though, Packers closed it out in classy style.

Last thing... I've got to say this is probably one the best NFL season's from start to finish. It's been brilliant. On and off field drama, surprises, shocks... it had everything.

P.S. Anyone see Usher at half-time lmao? "Hi i'm Usher and just gonna appear out of nowhere"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on February 07, 2011, 11:06:26 PM
Is that who I think it is in that Gif?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 07, 2011, 11:07:56 PM
It's Cameron Diaz with some bloke. A baseball player according to my brother.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on February 07, 2011, 11:12:14 PM
It's not who I thought it was then!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 07, 2011, 11:14:47 PM
It goes against the grain, but I am supporting the Packers. The Steelers don't deserve to have won three SuperBowls in the last five years or so. They've been decidedly average for most of that time.

That's a ridiculous thing to say.

They didn't deserve to win tonight, too many mistakes - but they have a hell of a team and deserve all the success they've had.

Well they're not average, I was wrong there. But I don't think they deserve to win three Super Bowls in five-or-so years. Only a truely great team deserves to do that and I don't think they are.

I didn't actually want either team to win again as, unless it's Da Bears, I don't like to see the same teams winning all the time and it was the most-titled NFL Champions against the most-titled Superbowl Champion. I would rather see a team who has been shit for a while suddenly spring a surprise... like the Cardinals nearly did.

Next year is Cleveland's year*, I reckon.

* to do fuck all, again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on February 08, 2011, 12:32:26 AM
The Steelers are the Man United of this season.

Don't look totally convincing at times, but get the job done. A solid and reliable team.

Expected more from Big Ben in the super bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 08, 2011, 01:39:53 AM
The best part of the Superbowl was that Aaron Rodgers won it!

And has made it concrete that it was not a mistake to go Rodgers over Favre.



P.S. Arod is freaking HANDSOME!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 08, 2011, 03:23:53 AM
And has made it concrete that it was not a mistake to go Rodgers over Favre.

Spot on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2011, 08:09:23 AM
It's Cameron Diaz with some bloke. A baseball player according to my brother.

Yes, it's Cameron Diaz

And yes, the "some bloke" is a baseball player. It's drug cheat, Alex Rodriguez (aka "A-Rod") of the New York Yankees. He of the $27.5m per year contract.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 08, 2011, 09:03:07 AM
Ooo, I thought it was a Yankees player. Look at me, baseball statto.

Apparently he is unable to feed himself.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2011, 01:27:05 PM
A-Rod normally gets his energy boost by injection
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 09, 2011, 02:02:31 AM
Why do so many baseball players take drugs? Surely the game is about timing and natural talent more than raw speed? Obviously I can work out why competitors roid up in cycling or athletics.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on February 09, 2011, 08:43:41 AM
Why do so many baseball players take drugs? Surely the game is about timing and natural talent more than raw speed? Obviously I can work out why competitors roid up in cycling or athletics.

<<<<Reply moved to baseball thread>>>>
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 09, 2011, 12:24:33 PM
Thank's Comrade for moving that to the Baseball thread. My reply is there as well
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 09, 2011, 11:24:41 PM
A-Rod normally gets his energy boost by injection

Uses the same needle as Big Papi...

Who strangley enough never had to explain himself the way Arod did...

hmmmm... more media favoritism of the sox it seems.


OH! FOOTBALL!

Tate Forcier transfering to the U!!!

Michigan to Miami
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=6105876
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 04, 2011, 10:29:18 PM
So... is there actually a chance they won't play next season?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 05, 2011, 10:44:02 AM
So... is there actually a chance they won't play next season?

Owners and NFLPA have extended the talks, so things are looking hopeful

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=6181794

The doubts over the 2011 season is why there's no Wembley game on the schedule yet for this year.

I don't think that a final decision has been made yet but I would be pleasantly surprised if there was a game
Title: NFL
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 05, 2011, 10:45:49 AM
I think Germany deserves a game. They were the most passionate fans of NFL Europe.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 06, 2011, 11:19:45 AM
I think Germany deserves a game. They were the most passionate fans of NFL Europe.

Its always puzzled me as to why London gets an NFL game but Berlin or somewhere in the Rhine area hasn't.

When NFL Europe was coming to an end, it was basically just a German league.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 07, 2011, 06:45:51 PM
Or maybe the International Series game will be in Dublin (http://www.rte.ie/sport/gaa/championship/2011/0127/nfl_crokepark_pittsburgh.html)?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 09, 2011, 09:30:02 AM
Or maybe the International Series game will be in Dublin (http://www.rte.ie/sport/gaa/championship/2011/0127/nfl_crokepark_pittsburgh.html)?

Notre Dame played in Dublin a few years ago
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 09, 2011, 11:45:09 AM
What's NFL Europe?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 09, 2011, 07:36:55 PM
What's NFL Europe?

You're kidding, aren't you Paul ?

Have you seriously not heard of NFL Europe ?

(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2009/01/30/article-0-067C72340000044D-700_306x508.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 12, 2011, 10:14:44 AM
Its not looking good for a 2011-12 season.

Here's a message that I had by email .............


Quote
Dear NFL Fan,

When I wrote to you last on behalf of the NFL, we promised you that we would work tirelessly to find a collectively bargained solution to our differences with the players' union. Subsequent to that letter to you, we agreed that the fastest way to a fair agreement was for everyone to work together through a mediation process. For the last three weeks I have personally attended every session of mediation, which is a process our clubs sincerely believe in.

Unfortunately, I have to tell you that earlier today the players' union walked away from mediation and collective bargaining and has initiated litigation against the clubs. In an effort to get a fair agreement now, our clubs offered a deal today that was, among other things, designed to have no adverse financial impact on veteran players in the early years, and would have met the players’ financial demands in the latter years of the agreement.

The proposal we made included an offer to narrow the player compensation gap that existed in the negotiations by splitting the difference; guarantee a reallocation of savings from first-round rookies to veterans and retirees without negatively affecting compensation for rounds 2-7; no compensation reduction for veterans; implement new year-round health and safety rules; retain the current 16-4 season format for at least two years with any subsequent changes subject to the approval of the league and union; and establish a new legacy fund for retired players ($82 million contributed by the owners over the next two years).

It was a deal that offered compromise, and would have ensured the well-being of our players and guaranteed the long-term future for the fans of the great game we all love so much. It was a deal where everyone would prosper.

We remain committed to collective bargaining and the federal mediation process until an agreement is reached, and call on the union to return to negotiations immediately. NFL players, clubs, and fans want an agreement. The only place it can be reached is at the bargaining table.

While we are disappointed with the union's actions, we remain steadfastly committed to reaching an agreement that serves the best interest of NFL players, clubs and fans, and thank you for your continued support of our League. First and foremost it is your passion for the game that drives us all, and we will not lose sight of this as we continue to work for a deal that works for everyone.   

 

Yours,
Roger Goodell

It was nice of the Commissioner to write to me personally like that !!


Although I'd be disappointed if some or all of the season was lost, I would like to see the NFL forced to change its business practices. The NFL is allowed to get away with things that would normally be considered "restraint of trade" (eg minimum age, the Draft etc).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 14, 2011, 10:58:57 AM
I seriously have never heard of NFL Europe, but I am glad that I never had to see a game played in that jersey.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 19, 2011, 12:04:33 AM
How did this news pass me by?

DA BEARS ARE GOING TO WEMBLEY!*

*subject to the labo(u)r dispute being sorted.

Linky (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81f524db/article/2011-nfl-schedule-to-be-announced-tuesday-at-7-pm-et?module=breaking_news)

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 19, 2011, 09:41:23 AM
How did this news pass me by?

DA BEARS ARE GOING TO WEMBLEY!*

*subject to the labo(u)r dispute being sorted.

Linky (http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81f524db/article/2011-nfl-schedule-to-be-announced-tuesday-at-7-pm-et?module=breaking_news)



Da Bears should guarantee a sell out
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 19, 2011, 12:31:51 PM
I wanna go. How easy will it be to get tickets? Don't mind paying a bit over the odds maybe up to a Ł100 each.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 19, 2011, 12:34:29 PM
We have to get tickets for this!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 19, 2011, 02:48:28 PM
Da Bears game at Wemberlee will only happen if the current NFL labor dispute is settled by Aug 1st. If not, the game will be in Tampa
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on April 19, 2011, 04:13:24 PM
That's a pretty good matchup and should be two competetive teams next year.   On paper the best Wembley game yet.

However, the Bucs fans must be pissed off at missing another home game for the second time in 3 years.

Edit - I'm right, they are not  happy (http://www.bucschat.com/showthread.php?29146-Tampa-To-Lose-a-Home-Game-Again!&s=8912a48c36b93e29b4816dee4e1bc8fa).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 19, 2011, 06:19:26 PM
I don't blame them, we rightly went fucking mad when they proposed a 39th game abroad for The Premier League, how is this any different?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 19, 2011, 06:34:11 PM
I don't blame them, we rightly went fucking mad when they proposed a 39th game abroad for The Premier League, how is this any different?


It's worse in a way as they only have 8 home games, compared to our 19 + Cup games.

Nice to see them slagging off Manure.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 20, 2011, 07:32:51 PM
Early "Registration of Interest" is now available on NFLUK.com
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 20, 2011, 08:16:16 PM
Thanks UKRS. Just registered. I hope the bloody Villa aren't at home that day.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 21, 2011, 07:24:41 AM
Thanks UKRS. Just registered. I hope the bloody Villa aren't at home that day.

It clashed with the Small Heath game this season. I went to Wemberleee
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 21, 2011, 09:15:51 AM
Well I've registered my interest. Thanks UK Redsox.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on April 21, 2011, 11:53:28 AM
I would be so pissed if my team lost a home game for this.

But at the same time, I wouldn't be too mad to lose an away game...

Imagine if you are told your team doesn't need to play in 100 F+degree, 100%+ humidity air in FL, TX, LA?  That's a home run right there...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 21, 2011, 09:19:37 PM
It means we basically have nine home games and seven away games next year... Wembley will be full of Bears fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on July 25, 2011, 09:17:49 PM
Thankfully, the lockout is over.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 26, 2011, 07:42:16 AM
Looks like the pre-seasaon "Hall of Fame" game will be the only one that's cancelled.

I'd heard that the lockout had to be over by Aug 1st for the Wemberleee game to go ahead, so hopefully it'll still be Bears v Bucs in Brent.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 26, 2011, 08:47:29 AM
It means we basically have nine home games and seven away games next year... Wembley will be full of Bears fans.

And hopefully us two, if we can get a ticket.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 26, 2011, 11:36:43 AM
I feel weird, but I don't care that the lockout is over.

I have always been a big Eagles and NFL fan, and haven't missed a game in a REALLY long time (actually I can remember the only game I have missed since 2003, and it was because I was the best man in a wedding in Iceland in 2008). 

Maybe it is because I can't stand Mike Vick.
Maybe it is because everyone is obsessed with Fantasy Football and it is annoying as hell.
Maybe it is Chris F'ing Berman and ESPN.
I think it may have something to do with Aston Villa on Saturdays (and before that season, the nyrb) and having 2 kids and not being able to spend my sunday in a bar for 4 hours.

I don't know what it is, but I am just losing interest in the NFL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 27, 2011, 07:12:05 AM
It's on

Quote
We are delighted to announce that the NFL players and owners have agreed to a new CBA deal and in so doing, guaranteed that Wembley will stage its fifth regular-season game in October when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Chicago Bears in the Pepsi Max International Series. The game will be played at London’s Wembley Stadium on Sunday, October 23 with kickoff set for 6:00 pm in the UK (1:00pm ET).

London Game 5 features two previous Super Bowl Winners. The Chicago Bears, who have long been one of the NFL’s elite teams, have graced a sold-out Wembley Stadium before in 1986. The Buccaneers are loaded with young talent and have transformed themselves into potential Super Bowl champions! Wembley has already helped two previous Super Bowl winners along their journey to greatness so this is your chance to watch more potential Super Bowl stars. This crucial mid-season match-up could propel the winner towards NFL glory. This must-win game is not to be missed!

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Club seats will go on sale from September 1. Purchase details will follow in the near future.
Hospitality packages will go on sale via Ticketmaster later this week. A further email will be sent this week with a link to that site.
The on-sale date for general admission tickets will be confirmed soon. Register your interest in buying tickets by clicking here. If you do register you will have a window to buy tickets before those who haven’t registered, so this is your best chance of purchasing one of the hottest tickets in town!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 27, 2011, 02:26:40 PM
Post-lockout NFL free-agent analysis

http://www.grantland.com/story/_/id/6800194/the-nfl-great-scrambling-act
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on July 27, 2011, 04:25:10 PM
Hey pmarachi, did you get that storm last night?  Pretty cool lightning show in NYC last night but hear south CT got it bad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 29, 2011, 01:33:44 PM
Patriots trade for Ochocinco and Haynesworth

http://sports.espn.go.com/boston/nfl/columns/story?columnist=reiss_mike&id=6814510

Wow, it sure ain't going to be dull in New England with those two around.

However, if anyone can deal with them its's Bill
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 30, 2011, 10:25:32 AM
The Eagles have solidified their defense by signing Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie and now Nnamdi Asomugha (the latter from my truly horrible Raiders)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 10, 2011, 01:07:09 PM
The NFL takes another step towards its return to Los Angeles

http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-farmer-nfl-la-20110810,0,2690282.story

A short move up the coast for the Chargers looks the most likely outcome
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 12, 2011, 12:22:53 PM
Hey pmarachi, did you get that storm last night?  Pretty cool lightning show in NYC last night but hear south CT got it bad.

No, I was actually away in Providence for work, then Cape Cod for vacation.

But the sky there was WILD  It was like Blue and Orange all over.  If you have me on Facebook (providing you guys still have access to Facebook, I have those pics on my profile.

http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=582432311&sk=wall

(not sure if doing this works)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 12, 2011, 12:25:35 PM
The NFL takes another step towards its return to Los Angeles

http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-farmer-nfl-la-20110810,0,2690282.story

A short move up the coast for the Chargers looks the most likely outcome

They shouldn't even bother.

The team will just leave in 2 or 3 years.

The problem with football in a city like L.A. (and in all honesty, Miami), is that is is ALWAYS on Sunday afternoon, the traffic is TERRIBLE, and the weather is ALWAYS perfect.  People just have better things to do.

And in the NFL, if a game doesn't sell out the tickets, it is blacked out on TV.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 12, 2011, 01:55:43 PM
It would be funny if Al Davis offered to move the Raiders back to LA.

However, I suspect it'll be the Chargers or Jaguars
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 16, 2011, 01:05:50 PM
I wish they would move the Giants to LA.

That would piss of everyone where I live.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 19, 2011, 12:24:44 PM
"Death Penalty" for "The U" ?

http://sports.yahoo.com/investigations/news;_ylt=AkUXNB4F6EaSCAqaOZkOmRwcvrYF?slug=ys-miami_violations_statute_of_limitations_081811

http://sports.yahoo.com/investigations/news?slug=cr-renegade_miami_booster_details_illicit_benefits_081611


If even a small amount of this turns out to be true, Miami are in deep shit, especially as their A.D. during this period, Paul Dee, was the guy who railed against USC's infractions involving Reggie Bush and OJ Mayo.

USC allegedly gave benefits to two players, Miami are accused of giving benefits to 73 !

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/writers/stewart_mandel/08/16/miami.hurricanes.allegations.reaction/index.html

Could this be SMU redux ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 26, 2011, 12:14:19 PM
A pre-emptive strike by "The U" as they declare 13 of their players ineligible.

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/6894959/thirteen-miami-hurricanes-players-ineligible-reinstated-ncaa-source-says
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 01, 2011, 10:35:31 AM
Seats are now on sale thro' Ticketmaster in the Club level for the NFL game next month
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 01, 2011, 05:54:03 PM
The cheapest seats seems to be about Ł140 a pop. Is that the cheapest I can get them or will cheaper ones become available?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 02, 2011, 08:03:00 AM
The cheapest seats seems to be about Ł140 a pop. Is that the cheapest I can get them or will cheaper ones become available?

Its just the Club Level seats that are on sale at the moment

Going by the Seating/Pricing plan on TM, it looks like prices could be as low as Ł50 when the rest of the Stadium goes on sale


(http://media.ticketmaster.co.uk/tm/en-gb/tmimages/venue/maps/uk4/13510s_a.gif).
Title: Bears
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 02, 2011, 08:36:04 AM
Cheers mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2011, 11:30:35 AM
The College Football season starts this weekend

http://espn.go.com/college-football/


Here's advance news that the 2012 Notre Dame v Navy game will be played at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin

http://www.avivastadium.ie/newsItem.aspx?id=77
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 03, 2011, 11:33:00 AM
Have they changed College Football yet or do they still decide the overall champion on a semi-randon basis?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2011, 01:57:33 PM
Have they changed College Football yet or do they still decide the overall champion on a semi-randon basis?

A few Polls and some computer calculations to chose the top two teams. They then play for the BCS Championship.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 06, 2011, 07:59:05 AM
It looks like Peyton Manning will miss a game for the first time in 227.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/6932377/peyton-manning-indianapolis-colts-practice-likely-doutbful

The last time that he didn't start for the Colts was 2 days after Google went live
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 08, 2011, 06:40:58 PM
Wahey got two tickets! ADVILLAFAN and me are going to see DA BEARS!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on September 09, 2011, 04:36:11 PM
Cracking game last night at Lambeau, let's hope it continues for the whole season!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 10, 2011, 12:00:17 PM
Really was a great game on Thursday night.  Two excellent offensive outfits.  Neither defense will have it harder this season.

Rodgers in particular looked spectacular in the 1st half.  Best quarterback in the league for me now. 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2011, 05:07:41 PM
Peyton's had more neck surgery and will be out for most of the season (at least)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 11, 2011, 02:23:01 PM
What a great spectacle the Michigan vs Notre Dame game was.  Don't think I've enjoyed a non cricket event so much for a while.

The fans who showed so much passion and colour were also brilliant.  I know college football has its fair share of problems, but    it was almost magical watching that.   
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2011, 03:40:51 PM
College Football is a great spectacle, corrupt but entertaining.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 13, 2011, 03:41:56 PM
Jaws goes all "Clay Davis" on MNF

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/13/ron-jaworski-verbal-gaffe-shit_n_959710.html


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 19, 2011, 08:26:10 PM
Is anyone else taking advantage of Sky showing "NFL Redzone" via Red Button?

A great way to watch the early Sunday games (when there's ten games on at once). You get all the touchdowns, usually as they happen, and all the goal-line activity.

As for the games.........

It was expected that the Lions defense would be very good but they're also looking incredible on offense as well.

The Golden Boy continues to put up numbers but the highlight of the Pats game was Vince Wilfork's interception and run.

Cam Newton went over 400 yards again and now has the bet two passing games ever by a rookie QB in his first two games.

After the stick he had last week for failing under pressure, Tony Romo showed some guts to come back on the field with cracked ribs and lead the Cowboys to victory.

As for my Raiders, they reverted to type and blew a big lead against the Bills.



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2011, 11:10:36 PM
"Red Zone" is absolutely superb. Like Soccer Saturday but they are allowed to show the games rather than talk about them. I get nervous when they say... "next update is the Bears game". Sounds like we were shite on Sunday though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 21, 2011, 10:38:03 PM
"Red Zone" is absolutely superb. Like Soccer Saturday but they are allowed to show the games rather than talk about them. I get nervous when they say... "next update is the Bears game". Sounds like we were shite on Sunday though.

I flicked on the NFL website Play by Play thing from the third quarter. We just received the ball, took it down to the redzone and then three incomplete passes meant an FG so we trailed 17-13 which could be easily overcome. Still nothing from them and I expected a score from our next possession. Cutler drops it and within 5 mins we are two touchdowns down and our attack is lucky to get more then one set of four from then on. That's the worry for Wembley. One mistake from Cutler and you might as well replace him as his confidence in the game plummets.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 21, 2011, 11:47:39 PM
All true. Not really sure what new acquisitions we've brought in as haven't been paying much attention, but was sorry to see Olsen leave. He has been one of our most consistent offensive players... especially inside the opposition 20.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 22, 2011, 09:00:59 AM
All true. Not really sure what new acquisitions we've brought in as haven't been paying much attention, but was sorry to see Olsen leave. He has been one of our most consistent offensive players... especially inside the opposition 20.

Seems like a couple of new Offensive Linemen and Barber at Running Back, although he's been injured.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2011, 12:47:40 PM
Wemberleeeeee tickets have arrived.
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2011, 03:35:06 PM
And ours have!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 24, 2011, 07:53:02 PM
And mine.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on September 24, 2011, 09:03:57 PM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 24, 2011, 11:16:25 PM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?

I haven't got a ticket.

However, I imagine the difference would be that they live in England, and without this NFL game at Wembley, it would be incredibly difficult for them to go to an NFL game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on September 24, 2011, 11:28:03 PM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?

I haven't got a ticket.

However, I imagine the difference would be that they live in England, and without this NFL game at Wembley, it would be incredibly difficult for them to go to an NFL game.

As difficult as someone in Dubai getting to a Premiership game then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 25, 2011, 12:20:20 AM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?

I haven't got a ticket.

However, I imagine the difference would be that they live in England, and without this NFL game at Wembley, it would be incredibly difficult for them to go to an NFL game.

As difficult as someone in Dubai getting to a Premiership game then.

Well it depends from which viewpoint you look at it.  I'm sure the American fans of the NFL team that have given up one of their home games (actually worse than the 39th game idea as that wouldn't adversly affect season ticket holders) wouldn't be too happy about it, but for British fans of the NFL its a great idea. 

Even if the people on this thread who have tickets opposed the 39th game idea, then I don't think they should miss out on the NFL game opportunity because of it.
 
Also if I lived in Dubai then I wouldn't be too excited over the prospect of Blackburn v Stoke.


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on September 25, 2011, 12:31:57 AM
I'm just wondering of the hypocrisy of those who are so excited to have a ticket for a franchised NFL game but were vehemently opposed to Premier League games going the same way. Is all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2011, 05:13:22 PM
It's a bit different though isn't it.

The 39th game was going to change the whole rules of the league where one team could play another three times and the draw would have been random. The points from this additional game would count towards the league and could have a bearing who could win it.

NFL has several mini leagues and lends itself more to overseas as they have huge distances between stadiums anyway with only partisan support and no away support.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 26, 2011, 10:39:06 AM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?

Its not an "extra" game.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 26, 2011, 10:45:57 AM
Really enjoyable game between the Packers and Bears last night.

Packers look the team to beat again.  Rodgers is awesome and has so many weapons.  The defense is only going to improve as the season progresses.

They are a joy to watch nowadays.  Long may it continue.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on September 26, 2011, 12:29:29 PM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?

Its not an "extra" game.



But it's still a game franchised out to another country for monetary reasons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 26, 2011, 02:14:16 PM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?

Its not an "extra" game.



But it's still a game franchised out to another country for monetary reasons.

But they are not fundamentally changing the total structure of the game and rules to allow it to happen and it is no different for the majority of the fans if their team happens to be from New York but are playing in LA.

As far as I'm aware, the vast majority of the objections for the 39th Game are that it is an extra game and the drawers are random so if Chelsea and Manure are battling fot the title, one could get drawn against a relegation fodder side and the other could be drawn against someone at a similar level so the league result could be skewed. I thought most fans would accept it more if it was one of the 38 although obviously away/home fans would be affected.

Next you'll be saying we shouldn't be against MK Dons because NFL teams change cities and names to get bigger fanbases.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: avfcpg on September 26, 2011, 02:14:23 PM
Are The Raiders going to give me something to cheer this season or is it a false Dawn...scoring for fun at the moment. Macfadden looks lively !!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 26, 2011, 02:14:23 PM
Quick question.

Those who have tickets for this Wembley thing, were any of you against the '39th game'?
And if you were, what's the difference?

Its not an "extra" game.



But it's still a game franchised out to another country for monetary reasons.

But they are not fundamentally changing the total structure of the game and rules to allow it to happen and it is no different for the majority of the fans if their team happens to be from New York but are playing in LA.

As far as I'm aware, the vast majority of the objections for the 39th Game are that it is an extra game and the drawers are random so if Chelsea and Manure are battling fot the title, one could get drawn against a relegation fodder side and the other could be drawn against someone at a similar level so the league result could be skewed. I thought most fans would accept it more if it was one of the 38 although obviously away/home fans would be affected.

Next you'll be saying we shouldn't be against MK Dons because NFL teams change cities and names to get bigger fanbases.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 26, 2011, 03:04:49 PM
Comparing the NFL to football/soccer in England is apple & oranges.

The way that the sports are organised is totally different.

Some of the ways that the NFL is allowed to operate would be illegal over here.

Things like the draft, salary caps etc are positively communist.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on September 26, 2011, 04:27:01 PM
The Eagles 'performance' last night was probably the worst I've witnessed in the Andy Reid era - and that's saying something. And now with Vick breaking his hand we'll have to see more of that idiot Kafka - he's got the right name alright, I felt like I was caught up in a surreal nightmare watching him!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2011, 05:47:55 PM
There is no British professional American football league... if football fans in Hong Kong, USA or Australia want to watch a professional "soccer" game they can do so in their own leagues.

Also, there is a fairly even spread of NFL fans of different teams in Britain. Some teams, like Bears, Dolphins, Raiders, Steelers have more fans in the UK than most... but it's nowhere near like, say, the Hong Kong Cup where if you're not a Sky Four (Six?) team you don't exist.

Plus I'm quite happy that Bears are losing a Florida game and gaining an extra game somewhere cold and wet... that's how we like it! If we were losing a home game I'd not be so strongly in favour. I'd still go though...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2011, 12:43:38 PM
The Eagles 'performance' last night was probably the worst I've witnessed in the Andy Reid era - and that's saying something. And now with Vick breaking his hand we'll have to see more of that idiot Kafka - he's got the right name alright, I felt like I was caught up in a surreal nightmare watching him!

It turns out that Vick's hand is just "badly bruised".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2011, 12:48:35 PM
There is no British professional American football league... if football fans in Hong Kong, USA or Australia want to watch a professional "soccer" game they can do so in their own leagues.

I've been to a few amateur games in the UK. The Cotswold Bears were pretty entertaining around 1986/87 and used to get decent crowds when they played at local rugby clubs.

However, when they folded, the next club that was formed, Severn Valley Royals weren't very good. I walked out at half time of the last game I watched of their's in 1993.

I haven't been to a domestic game since then
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 28, 2011, 12:49:50 PM
Annoyingly a lot of the merchandise in the catalogue doesn't seem to be available online. It seems you have to buy it at Wembley. I wanted to wear it on the way to the game and not have to carry Ł100 around with me either!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 28, 2011, 04:58:51 PM
Apparently the NFL are having difficulty in shifting tickets for the Wembley game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 28, 2011, 07:20:45 PM
Apparently the NFL are having difficulty in shifting tickets for the Wembley game.

Bugger, might have trouble shifting my spare then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 29, 2011, 07:38:22 AM
Apparently the NFL are having difficulty in shifting tickets for the Wembley game.

Yep, Ticketmaster were on the phone to me yesterday asking if I wanted any more tickets.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on October 06, 2011, 07:24:12 PM
Apparently the NFL are having difficulty in shifting tickets for the Wembley game.

Bugger, might have trouble shifting my spare then.
I've just looked on ebay and sellers offering 2 tix seem to be getting face price but no better. But selling 1 ticket for anything is usually harder for any event. If you put it on ebay now and start it off low you might flog it but I'd be surprised if you get all your money back. I might be prepared to take it off you but only at a discount - if you want to do that then pm me, but check out ebay first and see what you think - you might prefer to give it away to a friend for all I know. I'm not a fan of either team so I'm not hugely fussed if I go or not - I went to the first one a few yrs ago but after that I made up my mind I'd only go again if one of the 2 teams I support come over, but that hasn't happened yet.

I thought when the 2 sides were announced that they might have trouble selling tickets for this one in such a tough financial climate, and it seems that's the case. To be honest I think the prices are extortionate for a regular season game. If the NFL take a bath on sales it'll probably scupper any ideas they had about holding 2 games a season here in the future.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2011, 12:04:51 PM

I thought when the 2 sides were announced that they might have trouble selling tickets for this one in such a tough financial climate, and it seems that's the case. To be honest I think the prices are extortionate for a regular season game. If the NFL take a bath on sales it'll probably scupper any ideas they had about holding 2 games a season here in the future.



I thought the opposite. The Bucs have always had pretty good support in the UK, dating back to when then were absolutely terrible in the 1980s. Their British "fan club" was probably the most high profile.

The Bears are another team with a history of decent support from UK fans
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 08, 2011, 02:48:49 PM

I thought when the 2 sides were announced that they might have trouble selling tickets for this one in such a tough financial climate, and it seems that's the case. To be honest I think the prices are extortionate for a regular season game. If the NFL take a bath on sales it'll probably scupper any ideas they had about holding 2 games a season here in the future.



I thought the opposite. The Bucs have always had pretty good support in the UK, dating back to when then were absolutely terrible in the 1980s. Their British "fan club" was probably the most high profile.

The Bears are another team with a history of decent support from UK fans

I thought he Bears (and maybe the 49ers) were the two best supported teams in the UK? Possibly due to their dominance of the games in the 80's when Ch4 started to show it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 08, 2011, 02:49:57 PM
The fact that the Bucs have already been over once fairly recently probably doesn't help. A lot of their fans will think "I've seen them before, can I really afford to spend another Ł50 - Ł100 or so to watch them again?"

I've always thought the Dolphins were the best supported team in the UK but would definitely put the Bears in the top five.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on October 08, 2011, 07:24:42 PM
Actually I agree about the popularity in UK of the Bears, but not the Bucs. Who the fuck would support them!? - takes all sorts I guess! ;-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2011, 10:05:40 PM
Al Davis has died at 82

http://www.grantland.com/blog/the-triangle/post/_/id/5951/chuck-klosterman-remembering-oakland-raiders-owner-al-davis

He'd become a shadow of the owner that he'd been but will go down as one of the great characters in sport

"Just win baby"

(http://i.cdn.turner.com/sivault/multimedia/photo_gallery/0903/nfl.10.afl.franchises/images/al-davis-oakland-raiders(ap).jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2011, 10:18:49 PM
The Raiders were a joke until Al took over as coach. The players were glad to see him arrive (especially the guy on the left by the looks of it)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 09, 2011, 02:21:00 PM
It looks like the Raiders were one of the first to have disabled players because in that pic, the guy on the right has his arm growing out from his lower chest and not his shoulder.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VillaZogmariner on October 09, 2011, 02:32:39 PM
When I was a kid I had jerseys of both Bears and Redskins and a Raiders jumper. I also had a Dolphins pencil box and a Buccaneers Cap (which I still have somewhere).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on October 10, 2011, 02:11:03 AM
Al Davis has died at 82

http://www.grantland.com/blog/the-triangle/post/_/id/5951/chuck-klosterman-remembering-oakland-raiders-owner-al-davis

He'd become a shadow of the owner that he'd been but will go down as one of the great characters in sport

"Just win baby"

(http://i.cdn.turner.com/sivault/multimedia/photo_gallery/0903/nfl.10.afl.franchises/images/al-davis-oakland-raiders(ap).jpg)
Totally. Love him or hate him (or don't even give a shit) - he's a legend. RIP Al.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on October 11, 2011, 01:45:49 AM
Inevitably, the knives are out for Andy Reid. And who can blame them.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/888106-andy-reid-this-is-the-end?utm_campaign=buzztap&utm_source=&utm_medium=twitter
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 11, 2011, 08:58:45 AM
Chicago lost to Detroit. Play-Offs looking tricky now, as we're unlikley to finish above 3rd spot. NFC North must be the most difficult division in NFL right now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2011, 11:07:03 AM
The Tigers look like the real thing. Suh and Fairley will be a hell of a defensive tandem.

How does anyone cover "Megatron" ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 17, 2011, 07:58:07 AM
Well, the 49ers figured out a way to deal with Detroit, winning 25-19 at Ford Field.

The Bucs and da Bears both warmed up for Wembley with home wins.

However, its difficult to look past the Packers to take it all this season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 17, 2011, 01:29:51 PM
If Bears want any chance of getting into the playoffs we need to win in Wembley.

Where are the Villa Bears fans going to be? And unfortunately I'm going to miss part of the trailer party. Is it something to be at or a rip off place?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 17, 2011, 01:38:29 PM
If Bears want any chance of getting into the playoffs we need to win in Wembley.

Where are the Villa Bears fans going to be? And unfortunately I'm going to miss part of the trailer party. Is it something to be at or a rip off place?

I'm going to Wembley and am a Villa Bear, but I think I'll probably get to Wembley at around about 5pm, so will miss the Tailgate Party.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2011, 07:37:19 AM
If Bears want any chance of getting into the playoffs we need to win in Wembley.

Where are the Villa Bears fans going to be? And unfortunately I'm going to miss part of the trailer party. Is it something to be at or a rip off place?

They call it a "Tailgate Party" but its really just a place to centralize/control the food and beverage operations so that they can up the prices. There will be some promotional stands and a shop that will take ages to get into.

Last year there was a mini stadium set up, but they don't have many seats around it.

We just tend to wander around trying to spot celebs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 21, 2011, 12:26:38 PM
My brother and myself will probably head to the greyhound pub after the game.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 21, 2011, 05:28:33 PM
This "Tailgate" sounds like pretty much the exact opposite of what a tailgate is supposed to be.

You need to get like 5 or 6 cars, someone to bring a grill and have everyone else bring food and beer from home.

Someone needs a football, and someone needs an obnoxiously loud radio.

That is all.  You then yell at any girl who walks by with a guy wearing the opposing teams jersey or hat, and make suggestive comments about how he isn't a real man. 

While you and your friends sit in folding chairs, throw the football and give free beer to anyone who walks by and will stop for a minute and talk to you.

Extra points if you can get your hands on a large RV/Trailer and paint it in the teams colors.
EXTRA EXTRA Points if this RV has a working bathroom so you guys aren't standing in a piss filled lot all day.

That is a tailgate party...

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2011, 11:57:52 AM
This "Tailgate" sounds like pretty much the exact opposite of what a tailgate is supposed to be.


You're right about that Paul.

Back in the 70s and 80s, before Rugby went pro and England were even more crap than they are now, we used to "tailgate" at Twickenham before home internationals.

Of course, my family was probably the only one there who referred to it as a "tailgate". To everyone else it was a "picnic"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2011, 07:59:26 PM
This is what we want to see tomorrow





Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 23, 2011, 10:16:41 PM
I fucking loved every second of that. Great day out. GO BEARS!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 23, 2011, 10:28:25 PM
Agreed. Tremendous day although we did our best to throw it away towards the end. Plus the squirrel and the tackle on the streaker ( to stop him, not the other as he still had his jeans on) by the guy with the clipboard was tremendous.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on October 24, 2011, 08:50:37 AM
Streaker?  It was a topless, sweaty, slighly overweight, middle aged bald bloke, but he did get to grab a cheerleader before he got on the field. 

Anyway, good afternoon & evenings entertainment, hopefully next time the NFL can bring over the 49ers :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 24, 2011, 09:54:15 AM
Streaker?  It was a topless, sweaty, slighly overweight, middle aged bald bloke, but he did get to grab a cheerleader before he got on the field. 

Anyway, good afternoon & evenings entertainment, hopefully next time the NFL can bring over the 49ers :)

I wasn't praising him, just thought it was a very good takedown from the guy on the sidelines. Although fair play if he got a cheerleader. I only noticed him coming onto the pitch. Although I hope it wasn't the short haired one. She's mine.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on October 24, 2011, 10:10:49 AM
It was a good take down especially after he'd side stepped the first security bloke in the end zone.  More than 1 person near me muttered something along the lines of 'I hope it was worth it mate 'cos you're getting a shoeing round the back in a minute'

There were some lovely ladies with pom poms  :P
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on October 24, 2011, 10:15:27 AM
On a pedantic note, the teams came onto the field with the Union Flag.................upside down  >:(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 24, 2011, 11:02:34 AM
Away from Wembley for a moment, the mighty Packers still undefeated.

Aaron Rodgers continues his awesomeness.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2011, 12:34:25 PM
The squirrel was great entertainment.

Outside before the game it was typical piss-poor organisation at the "Tailgate". We arrived at one entrance just as they closed it and told to walk to another. As we approached, they closed that as well. A security guy (in a suit, so I assume that he was in charge), said that they were closing the Tailgate and people had to go into the stadium. This was 2 and a half hours before kick off.

We walked back to the first gate, where the security guy said that entrance had only been stopped temporarily. Then after using his radio, he said that the gates were shut permanently.

After walking up the stairs, we watched from outside the stadium as the tailgate gates were reopened.

This is the kind of poor organisation that I hope to see during the Olympics.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 24, 2011, 03:23:43 PM
First time experience of attending a game, it was everything I'd hoped for and more........now saving up to go to Soldier Field one year. Was it just me though who thought that all the neutrals there wanted Chicago to lose !?
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 24, 2011, 04:27:32 PM
I thought that too. In fairness it was a "home" game for them and I think Brits appreciate the sacrifice they made in coming over for the second time in three years. Little things like giving everyone a Bucs flag might have swayed neutrals too. Also we went well ahead so many neutrals would've wanted them to score to make the game interesting. In terms of actual shirt-wearing fans I'd say Bears outnumbered them about ten to one. Certainly in the pub afterwards it was 90% Bears with communal singing of "Bear down, Chicago Bears" and loud booing every time Green Bay scored in the televised game. I can't remember the last time I enjoyed myself so much at Villa Park, sadly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on October 24, 2011, 04:49:56 PM
First time experience of attending a game, it was everything I'd hoped for and more........now saving up to go to Soldier Field one year. Was it just me though who thought that all the neutrals there wanted Chicago to lose !?

If you do decide to go to Soldier Field, number 1 buy ticket early, lowest price is around $75 and individual game tickets sell out quick esp when you only play 8 home games a season. 

Number 2, Soldier Field is alongside Lake Michigan, but you knew that,  November & December it's quite chilly, I watched the Bears December 09 in -16c with a wind chill of -35c, the snow comes in horizontally & the cold hurts so bad, so wear a vest & maybe some gloves.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 24, 2011, 04:53:15 PM
First time experience of attending a game, it was everything I'd hoped for and more........now saving up to go to Soldier Field one year. Was it just me though who thought that all the neutrals there wanted Chicago to lose !?

If you do decide to go to Soldier Field, number 1 buy ticket early, lowest price is around $75 and individual game tickets sell out quick esp when you only play 8 home games a season. 

Number 2, Soldier Field is alongside Lake Michigan, but you knew that,  November & December it's quite chilly, I watched the Bears December 09 in -16c with a wind chill of -35c, the snow comes in horizontally & the cold hurts so bad, so wear a vest & maybe some gloves.

How does it normally work for away games. Do they sell all tickets for home fans or are a certain number set aside for the diehards (the Bears equivalent of DCF and Pauline)? There were certainly several yanks in the crowd yesterday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on October 24, 2011, 08:19:06 PM
Away games in fact any games www.ticketstub.com used it for Yankees, Cubs & Redskins games in the past.

All the yanks near me and there were lots, we're all service men & women, probably thanks to Tickets For Troops.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2011, 07:36:24 AM
My sources for tickets to events Stateside are............

1) Direct from the clubs through MLB.com, NFL.com, NHL.com etc

2) www.stubhub.com

3) www.sportstravelandtours.com
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Guy M on October 25, 2011, 08:22:18 PM
I was in Chicago weekend before last and guess I must have got pretty lucky then. Wandered down towards ground about 2 hours before kick-off. Ignored most of the scalpers until I was right by the ground. One I spoke to was offering $90 ticket for $150. Said I'd think about it. He said how about $125. I said I'd get back to him. He asked what was holding me back. I said the fact I'd got a ticket for Smashing Pumpkins for $40 when they were $60 face and asking $80 an hour earlier.

Glad I waited as walked towards the PROPER tailgate party, spotted a middle-aged woman holding one ticket aloft. Approached her, asked how much it was and she said $90. Said I wanted to buy, she wanted to sell, face value done simply in seconds. Awesome ticket as upper tier on about 40yard line and meant I could enjoy the hour plus before the match properly.

The fact the Bears then proceeded to go 16-0 up in the first quarter just made it even sweeter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 26, 2011, 02:08:58 AM
The squirrel was great entertainment.

Outside before the game it was typical piss-poor organisation at the "Tailgate". We arrived at one entrance just as they closed it and told to walk to another. As we approached, they closed that as well. A security guy (in a suit, so I assume that he was in charge), said that they were closing the Tailgate and people had to go into the stadium. This was 2 and a half hours before kick off.

We walked back to the first gate, where the security guy said that entrance had only been stopped temporarily. Then after using his radio, he said that the gates were shut permanently.

After walking up the stairs, we watched from outside the stadium as the tailgate gates were reopened.

This is the kind of poor organisation that I hope to see during the Olympics.

Just reading this made me sad.

No human being should ever be in a position to "close" or even regulate any aspect of a tailgate.

Some fat dude in a Giants sweatshirt and a beer helmet just died.  He will be buried tomorrow.  He will then roll over in his grave...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 26, 2011, 12:58:32 PM
First time experience of attending a game, it was everything I'd hoped for and more........now saving up to go to Soldier Field one year. Was it just me though who thought that all the neutrals there wanted Chicago to lose !?

Pretty much the same for me. To be fair to the neutrals, we were ahead for most of the game and I'd guess that they wanted an exciting game/finish. I think Urlachers in the crowd outnumbered the Bucc's fans by about 5 to 1.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 29, 2011, 12:50:20 PM
Although a Cowboys fan since 1981, the two places I would just love to go and see a game are Soldier Field & Lambeau. The idea of watching a game on a snow covered pitch, freezing my nuts off really does appeal!

Interesting reading the comments on the Wembley game. We saw the Dolphins / Giants one in 2007 but haven't been tempted to go again since (despite the fact I love the NFL!)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2011, 01:51:47 PM
Soldier Field isn't the same since they landed a space ship inside it

(http://moreaedesign.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/soldier-field-2.jpg)

I've never seen a game there but I have been kicked off the premises by security.

One of these days I'll make it to Lambeau. However, I'm thinking of a late summer Brewers, Packers and Badgers combo trip rather than a frozen tundra scenario.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 30, 2011, 07:09:27 AM
Cracking finish to the game with Ohio State v Wisconsin. Kept me out of the pub despite it being the "annual dress like a slut in public" night here aka Halloween.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 31, 2011, 10:04:51 AM
Why do the Eagles have to start playing well before they face my Bears?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 31, 2011, 06:25:17 PM
I've been waiting awhile for this..............Go you 49'ers!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2011, 08:00:36 AM
"Suck for Luck"

http://www.grantland.com/story/_/id/7160063/breaking-suck-luck-campaign
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on November 03, 2011, 05:37:52 PM
I don't keep a close eye on it. How are Chicago doing this season?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2011, 05:42:07 PM
Won 4, Lost 3. A long way adrift of first-placed Green Bay (7-0) in the division and also behind Detroit (6-2) (if you don't keep a close eye on it you will be surprised to hear that they have become competent).

However, if the season ended today we'd be (just) in the play-offs so we still have all to play for. I still reckon we'll finish above the Lions and get a wildcard spot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on November 04, 2011, 08:30:44 AM
It was suggested yesterday that you might well be able to get a flight from Brum to Chicago in the not to distant future. I might do a game when it happens.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 04, 2011, 08:53:31 AM
I don't keep a close eye on it. How are Chicago doing this season?

Okay - tend to beat poor teams and lose to good teams. Although we did lose to the Lions. Difficult to know how good they are really.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 08, 2011, 10:26:21 AM
Da Bears up to 5-3 after crushing the Eagles 30 to 24
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on November 09, 2011, 02:15:39 AM
Come on you Bears!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 09, 2011, 07:26:48 AM
Penn State is caught up in a Catholic Church-like child abuse cover-up scandal

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7209890/penn-state-nittany-lions-name-committee-review-sex-abuse-scandal

Apparently the abuser was still allowed on campus property and even allowed use of the training facilities

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7207465/penn-state-nittany-lions-sex-abuse-scandal-jerry-sandusky-was-campus-last-week-reports-say


The fall out could even lead to a premature end to the up and coming career of young head coach Joseph Paterno
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 09, 2011, 10:48:31 AM
Da Bears up to 5-3 after crushing the Eagles 30 to 24
[/quote
Hardly a crushing.  More of a comeback, since they were down for a significant portion at the end of the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 09, 2011, 10:51:20 AM
JoePa needs to be fired.  I am sorry, but he does.
If it were ANYONE not named Joe Paterno involved in this they would have been fired the second the news broke.

I hope this ruins his legacy, because there is no excuse for this.  It is a prime example of turning your head the other way for your own good and F'ing everyone else.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 09, 2011, 12:01:29 PM
SI.com article on Paterno's non-actions

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/writers/andy_staples/11/08/penn-state-joe-paterno-scandal/index.html?eref=sihp&sct=hp_t11_a2

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Paterno didn't break any law. Officially speaking, he did exactly what was required when a graduate assistant told him in 2002 that he had witnessed Sandusky sexually abusing a boy (estimated age: 10) in a shower at the Penn State football complex. Paterno told his boss, athletic director Tim Curley. Paterno followed proper procedure. And doesn't he deserve the benefit of the doubt? For years, Paterno has been a paragon of athletic virtue. He has won a Division I-record 409 games, yet his program has never been cited for a major NCAA violation. Sandusky maintains his innocence. As does Curley, who has been charged with perjury. They'll get their day in court.


Pure B.S. Paterno claims to be a teacher. He always talks about his kids when referring to his players. Someone who truly cared about kids would have done more. He would have pestered Curley for an answer about what happened to the accusation. He would have called the police. He would have confronted Sandusky. Instead of that, Paterno let Sandusky keep coming back. On Monday, Yahoo! reported that Sandusky was spotted in the Penn State football complex as recently as last week. Even if the accusation was false, Paterno had a responsibility to make sure it was thoroughly investigated. He didn't. He stuck by Sandusky instead of worrying about the child.




Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 09, 2011, 12:06:46 PM
Da Bears up to 5-3 after crushing the Eagles 30 to 24
[/quote
Hardly a crushing.  More of a comeback, since they were down for a significant portion at the end of the game.

Yes, I was joking. Tried to do the scoreline in a tiny font.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 09, 2011, 10:21:36 PM
Da Bears up to 5-3 after crushing the Eagles 30 to 24
Hardly a crushing.  More of a comeback, since they were down for a significant portion at the end of the game.

Part of the 3rd quarter isn't "a significant portion at the end of the game" either.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2011, 07:32:37 AM
Paterno fired

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7214380/joe-paterno-president-graham-spanier-penn-state

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7214753/joe-paterno-firing-was-only-decision-penn-state-nittany-lions-make

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Penn State fired a football coach who won 409 games, more than any other coach in Division I college football history.

Penn State fired a coach, whose family donated more than $4 million to the university, helping fund scholarships, faculty positions and the construction of a library that bears his name.

Penn State fired a coach, who was never accused by the NCAA of breaking its rules in 46 seasons, and whose players seemingly always graduated, fostering a belief that the Nittany Lions always did things the right way, even as other major college football programs' reputations were sullied by salacious scandals involving academic fraud and illegal booster benefits.

On Wednesday night, Penn State's Board of Trustees fired legendary football coach Joe Paterno -- effectively immediately -- because it was the only decision it could make.

"We thought that because of the difficulties that engulfed our university -- and they are great -- it was necessary for us to make a change in the leadership and to set a course for new direction," said Penn State board of trustees vice chairman John Surma, chairman and CEO of U.S. Steel. "The university is much larger than its athletic programs."

Finally, adults with backbones and courage made a prudent decision at Penn State.

Paterno was fired because he failed miserably while making the biggest decision of his life.

Told by a graduate assistant in 2002 that former Nittany Lions defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky had sexually assaulted a boy, believed to be 10 years old, in the showers of Penn State's football complex, Paterno did nothing more than inform athletics director Tim Curley and university vice president Gary Schultz of the allegations. Paterno never personally called police. His son, Scott Paterno, told the Philadelphia Inquirer on Wednesday that his father never even asked Sandusky -- his assistant coach for three decades and who was once considered his heir apparent -- about the incident.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 10, 2011, 01:33:10 PM
I feel sorry for JoePa in all of this.   I'm sure he wishes he could have done more and will probably regret it the rest of his life - which may be considerably shorter now than it would have been.

I do agree with the decision to clean shop, I think they had to do that, however, they should have let him coach the last game of the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2011, 02:36:42 PM
Some students don't take kindly to Paterno's firing

http://edition.cnn.com/2011/11/10/justice/pennsylvania-coach-abuse/index.html?hpt=us_c1
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on November 10, 2011, 11:22:12 PM
I feel sorry for JoePa in all of this.   I'm sure he wishes he could have done more and will probably regret it the rest of his life - which may be considerably shorter now than it would have been.

I do agree with the decision to clean shop, I think they had to do that, however, they should have let him coach the last game of the season.

I dont feel sorry for him one BIT

He should have been dragged from his house by a mob 2 days ago.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 11, 2011, 04:24:56 AM
I feel sorry for JoePa in all of this.   I'm sure he wishes he could have done more and will probably regret it the rest of his life - which may be considerably shorter now than it would have been.

I do agree with the decision to clean shop, I think they had to do that, however, they should have let him coach the last game of the season.

The ONLY people who deserve any sort of sympathy in this are the victims of Jerry Sandusky's sickening acts. 

From the horrific ordeals he put them through, to the despicable lack of support / orchestrated cover up from Paterno, Curley, Schultz etc etc, this is truly disgusting.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 11, 2011, 07:41:22 AM
I feel sorry for JoePa in all of this.   I'm sure he wishes he could have done more and will probably regret it the rest of his life - which may be considerably shorter now than it would have been.

I do agree with the decision to clean shop, I think they had to do that, however, they should have let him coach the last game of the season.

Paterno should have quit immediately.

It appears that he was too stubborn/oblivious to do so and thus had to be fired.

My impression is that Paterno was all powerful Penn State and thus, if he'd have wanted a proper investigation when he was told about the abuse, there would have been one.

Even if its accepted that just passing the details up the chain of command** was the right thing to do, he should still have followed up by asking what had been done and what the outcome was.


(** although, in reality both the AD and President of Penn State were way below Paterno in the pecking order of influence)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 13, 2011, 10:12:53 PM
Go Devon, Hopefully we can keep this going but 20-0 up at the start of the second quarter including a Devon special from 82yds.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 13, 2011, 10:20:57 PM
Go Devon, Hopefully we can keep this going but 20-0 up at the start of the second quarter including a Devon special from 82yds.

Yay, and now Cutler doing what he does best, QB Fumble recovered by Detroit on our 15.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 13, 2011, 10:22:08 PM
Go Devon, Hopefully we can keep this going but 20-0 up at the start of the second quarter including a Devon special from 82yds.

Not bad considering he's injured.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 14, 2011, 12:50:33 AM
Nice win with only one TD coming from normal offense. We also intercepted them twice in the red zone so that was good and reduced them to one TD late on a 4th down. Should put us 2nd now.
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 14, 2011, 01:25:16 AM
Lions are still ahead of us on divisional record but pleased with the Bears again today. Maybe we'll be the third Wembley winners to win the Superbowl. Or maybe not.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 15, 2011, 06:05:07 AM
Packers really awesome tonight. 

Rodgers and his offense are unplayable currently.  Add to that a defense that showed real signs of huge improvement.

Can't see anyone beating them, unless they have a massive off day.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 15, 2011, 08:56:15 PM
The Packers do look good, but they have a piss-easy schedule, not least of all within their division.

They have to go to the Giants yet and play the Raiders - I can see them losing one of those.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 15, 2011, 10:24:10 PM
The Packers do look good, but they have a piss-easy schedule, not least of all within their division.

They have to go to the Giants yet and play the Raiders - I can see them losing one of those.


Eh hem, what do you mean by an easy schedule in their division?!?! The NFC North is probably the toughest in the NFC, with only the NFC South rivalling it. The East doesn't look that strong this year (it usually is to be fair). Can see the Cowboys perhaps winning the division, as they have a nice schedule.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 16, 2011, 01:29:40 PM

Eh hem, what do you mean by an easy schedule in their division?!?!
Exactly what I say.

Vikings = complete rubbish
Bears = inconsistent.
Detroit = complete tosh (don't let the first few games fool you)


The NFC North is probably the toughest in the NFC, with only the NFC South rivalling it.
You need to look outside of the NFC.    Three out of 5 of the best defeneces in the country are in the AFC North.   
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2011, 07:52:13 AM
The legend of Tim Tebow grows.....................

http://espn.go.com/blog/afcwest/post/_/id/35668/the-legend-of-tim-tebow-grows


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 18, 2011, 09:02:06 AM
The legend of Tim Tebow grows.....................

http://espn.go.com/blog/afcwest/post/_/id/35668/the-legend-of-tim-tebow-grows

A Quarter-Back who can't throw the ball, how long before he signs for Da Bears? :-)



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on November 18, 2011, 09:11:45 PM
I don't mind Yankee football but am green with it. Is Jay can't throw Cutler not considered great any more?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 19, 2011, 03:31:31 PM
BCS in chaos.....................

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7253650/iowa-state-cyclones-shakes-bcs-race

I always root for chaos in the BCS. Anything to hasten the arrival of a proper playoff system.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 19, 2011, 03:49:11 PM
Joe Paterno diagnosed with lung cancer

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7251867/joe-paterno-treatable-form-lung-cancer-according-son-scott

Now, I may be cynical but the timing of this announcement seems too coincidental to me.


Meanwhile, some of Jerry Sandusky's antics were videoed

(http://ll-media.tmz.com/2011/11/17/1117-joe-paterno-dvd-3ex.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2011, 10:07:12 AM
Yessssssssssssss

The BCS chaos continues as Oregon, Oklahoma and Clemson all lose. This one top of Oklahoma State's defeat on Friday

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7260471/week-12-upsets-create-bcs-chaos

Alabama won't be in the SEC Championship Game and yet they're still favourites to meet LSU in the BCS Championship

Houston are 11-0 and Casey Keenum is one of the best college QBs ever, yet they're unlikely to get a look in
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 21, 2011, 11:29:28 AM
Uh-oh..............

Bad news for our Bears fans

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/7263527/melissa-isaacson-jay-cutler-thumb-injury-prove-painful-chicago-bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2011, 12:12:18 PM
Uh-oh..............

Band news for our Bears fans

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/7263527/melissa-isaacson-jay-cutler-thumb-injury-prove-painful-chicago-bears

Oh crap, had quite fancied us to get to the play-offs with our decent schedule.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2011, 08:59:44 AM
Cowboys beating the Dolphins was a bit annoying. I thought the Phins were the better team for most of the match. Thought their QB dropped back a bit too far on each pass, meaning that is was easier for Ware to get to him, but mainly there was poor play-calling in the drive where they should have gotten a touchdown, but only scored a field goal.

That Lions bloke who was ejected has refused to apologise and says he didn't stamp on the player, he was just trying to get his footing. Does he not realise that there are cameras all over the place??
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 27, 2011, 11:07:01 PM
If it wasn't for our defence, Raiders would be out of sight. I can't believe I'm saying this but we really miss Cutler with the youngster throwing three picks in the first half although he also has a TD pass to his name.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2011, 07:47:36 AM
If it wasn't for our defence, Raiders would be out of sight. I can't believe I'm saying this but we really miss Cutler with the youngster throwing three picks in the first half although he also has a TD pass to his name.

Did you see that Da Bears even wanted to bring Kyle Orton back
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 28, 2011, 01:00:35 PM
If it wasn't for our defence, Raiders would be out of sight. I can't believe I'm saying this but we really miss Cutler with the youngster throwing three picks in the first half although he also has a TD pass to his name.

Did you see that Da Bears even wanted to bring Kyle Orton back

No.

He did have two TD's to his name and his pre last drive throw to Knox bumped up his figures massively, but his inexperience shined through too many times. He couldn't even do a time wasting spike properly at the end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 29, 2011, 11:45:36 AM
Players hold grudges for a long time in the CFL

http://us.cnn.com/video/?hpt=hp_c2#/video/us/2011/11/28/moos-geezer-cane-fight.cnn
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 29, 2011, 08:27:12 PM
Players hold grudges for a long time in the CFL

http://us.cnn.com/video/?hpt=hp_c2#/video/us/2011/11/28/moos-geezer-cane-fight.cnn

I saw that last night - crazy stuff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 01, 2011, 07:50:31 AM
Chester McGlockton, dead at 42

http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/sports/Chester-McGlockton-Dies-134759873.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 01, 2011, 07:39:14 PM
What has happened to the English(?) guy off the Sky NFL coverage? Has he had a better offer elsewhere or said something bad and was removed from the screen?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2011, 07:34:36 AM
What has happened to the English(?) guy off the Sky NFL coverage? Has he had a better offer elsewhere or said something bad and was removed from the screen?

Do you mean Nick Halling or the bloke who took over from him this season ?

I watch "RedZone" so I don't see the Sky studio show

http://www.neilmonnery.co.uk/2011/09/09/nick-halling-leaves-sky-sports-nfl-coverage/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on December 02, 2011, 11:52:54 AM
even as an Eagles fan, I am loving watching this "Dream Team" thing blow up!

It's amazing.  Who thought you could run an NFL Franchise like a fantasy football team. 

Also loving that Mike "ESPN's Favorite Guy" Vick has once again injured himself and is once again not playing.  Much like every season since he's been on the team.  Good thing he has that huge contract!!!

What a joke!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2011, 12:01:34 PM

Also loving that Mike "ESPN's Favorite Guy" Vick has once again injured himself and is once again not playing.

Time to bring back Jaws
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 02, 2011, 08:56:20 PM
What has happened to the English(?) guy off the Sky NFL coverage? Has he had a better offer elsewhere or said something bad and was removed from the screen?

Do you mean Nick Halling or the bloke who took over from him this season ?

I watch "RedZone" so I don't see the Sky studio show

http://www.neilmonnery.co.uk/2011/09/09/nick-halling-leaves-sky-sports-nfl-coverage/

That's the guy. From reading that blog (and one that I read from a comment section) Sky have lost two very good sports broadcasters, including Mark Bolton who I remember from Central News Sport section in that he was too tall for the settee. IMHO they have then screwed up the NFL coverage by moving Nick to Boxing full time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 04, 2011, 09:36:27 PM
Oh well, looks like post season games for the Bears are disappearing over the horizon. Another three ints for Hainie although tbf, the last one wasn't his fault as the receiver had it and let it bounce out of his hands when if he had held it, it might have been a TD.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 05, 2011, 08:30:32 AM
2011/12 NCAA Bowl List

http://espn.go.com/college-football/overview/_/week/17

Its a LSU v Bama rematch for the BCS National Championship; both teams having come through several tough rounds of knockout games to establish absolutely the two best teams in the nation........................ oh wait !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on December 07, 2011, 04:24:36 PM
Boise State should be playing in the Sugar Bowl...

The BCS has shafted them again in favor of VA Tech lol.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 07, 2011, 08:51:59 PM
One of the things I dislike about College football is the teams that finish 6 and 6 being rewarded with a bowl games.

How on earth is that right?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2011, 10:13:34 PM
Boise State should be playing in the Sugar Bowl...

The BCS has shafted them again in favor of VA Tech lol.

Boise got shafted in the Heisman as well. No place for Kellen Moore amongst the finalists.

Case Keenum from Houston was left out as well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on December 09, 2011, 03:23:43 PM
Hello, I'm new to the sport this year.  Been watching several games on SKY.

Does anyone think Packers will end 16 and 0?  Thought the Giants might end their run but no....

Has anyone achieved a 16 0 year before?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 09, 2011, 03:41:48 PM
The Dolphins won every regular season game and all post-season games. Think it may have been a shorter season then.

The Vikings may have gone 16-0??

Most teams tend to lose towards the end of the regular season as they rest their best players, so that they don't get injured for the post-season. The Colts have gone pretty close to a perfect regular season a few times in the last 10 years.

The Colts could have the perfect dreadful season this year and lose all 16 games.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 09, 2011, 07:26:14 PM
I think Montana's 49ers of the mid 80's nearly did it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 09, 2011, 07:59:39 PM
The Patriots went 16-0 a few years ago and then lost in the Superbowl to the Giants.    Unfortuantely in this winner takes all mentality, it is forgotten just what a great season the Patriots had that year.   Despite being a bunch of wankers.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 09, 2011, 08:15:01 PM
I think the Packers will go 16-0 this season.  Looking at the rest of their schedule, I'd be very surprised if someone beat them.

Chicago would have been the toughest remaining game, and could have caused an upset if the Packers had an absolute nightmare.  No Cutler and possibly no Forte now, so that's not gonna happen.
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 10, 2011, 11:18:39 AM
Can't believe we lost Cutler and Forte. I think we would've made the play-offs otherwise. Every team I support is fucking jinxed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 10, 2011, 01:33:07 PM
For any Bears trivia fans "Chicago Bears 1920-70" was the second contestant on's specialist subject on Mastermind.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b018848b/Mastermind_2011_2012_Episode_5/

I got 5 right, a couple of which were jammy guesses.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 12, 2011, 10:02:08 AM
"Tebow Time" now seems to be all the time

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/11/tim-tebow-broncos-bears-overtime_n_1142422.html

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 12, 2011, 05:43:47 PM
"Tebow Time" now seems to be all the time

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/11/tim-tebow-broncos-bears-overtime_n_1142422.html

It was still only the fourth quarter again. He was shit for the other three. If Barber hadn't decided to run out of bounds and give them an extra 40 seconds we would have finally got the win without Cutler. We might have got it as well if he knew how to hold onto the ball as well on OT.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on December 12, 2011, 09:18:37 PM
KC chiefs head coach has been sacked, qu'elle surprise!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2011, 07:30:15 AM
Dolphins fire coach Tony Sparano

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7345810/miami-dolphins-4-9-mark-fire-coach-tony-sparano

I'm not sure whether he was fired because Miami have only won four games so far this season or whether he was fired because they have won four games this season and have thus failed to "Suck for Luck"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 13, 2011, 01:15:57 PM
Dolphins fire coach Tony Sparano

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7345810/miami-dolphins-4-9-mark-fire-coach-tony-sparano

I'm not sure whether he was fired because Miami have only won four games so far this season or whether he was fired because they have won four games this season and have thus failed to "Suck for Luck"

Didn't realise their record now. Isn't it four wins from their last four/five games though? I suggest the latter as even if they don't lose another they are out of the running now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2011, 05:32:31 PM
How do our Bears fans feel about Sam Hurd ?

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/7360493/chicago-bears-cut-sam-hurd

Quote
Hurd was arrested Wednesday night after authorities said he agreed to buy a kilogram, or 2.2 pounds, of cocaine from an undercover agent. A criminal complaint says Hurd, a sixth-year player in his first year with the Bears, wanted to set up a drug-distribution network in the Chicago area and that he took possession of the cocaine before being arrested.
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 17, 2011, 06:11:04 PM
I think he's a twat. Good riddance.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on December 18, 2011, 09:09:27 PM
Chiefs ream the Fudge Packers!

Yeeeeeehaaaaaaa!

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 18, 2011, 09:46:21 PM
At least Hanie is being consistent. 3 picks again (two for TDs). I wasn't Cutlers biggest fan but it is typical we finally get him playing well and then he gets injured.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2011, 07:48:02 AM
Who'd have thought that the the Packers' run at perfection and the Colts' run at perfect imperfection would end on the same day.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2011, 08:58:31 AM
Video has been discovered about why there were no Tebow heroics against the Patriots

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2011, 12:12:11 PM
The new Cowboys running back makes his debut

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 19, 2011, 02:12:47 PM
Excellent the Ravens are humbled by the Cheifs.

Steelers can grab the #1 seed - but they need to win in San Fran tonight, going to be tough without Harrison and Pouncey - and Big Ben on one leg.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on December 20, 2011, 02:30:32 AM
The new Cowboys running back makes his debut



Ouch!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2011, 08:12:13 AM
Here's a Grantland.com article about Tebow, his faith and how his father's ministry is trying to supplant the existing Christian religion in the Philippines and replace it with his own brand

http://www.grantland.com/story/_/id/7369021/fair-game?view=print

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2011, 08:14:37 AM
Excellent the Ravens are humbled by the Cheifs.

Steelers can grab the #1 seed - but they need to win in San Fran tonight, going to be tough without Harrison and Pouncey - and Big Ben on one leg.

Surely having a healthy Ben is more important than getting a higher seeding.

Ben played and the Steelers still lost

Was it worth the risk ?

http://espn.go.com/blog/afcnorth/post/_/id/38469/rapid-reaction-49ers-20-steelers-3
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 20, 2011, 02:08:01 PM
Excellent the Ravens are humbled by the Cheifs.

Steelers can grab the #1 seed - but they need to win in San Fran tonight, going to be tough without Harrison and Pouncey - and Big Ben on one leg.

Surely having a healthy Ben is more important than getting a higher seeding.

Ben played and the Steelers still lost

Was it worth the risk ?

http://espn.go.com/blog/afcnorth/post/_/id/38469/rapid-reaction-49ers-20-steelers-3

No absolutely not.   I said he shouldn't have played, I think it is quite ridiculous actually.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2011, 08:45:32 AM
"THE" Ohio State University gets a one year Bowl ban for the Tressel era rule breaking

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7373708/ncaa-sends-message-sanctions-ohio-state-buckeyes
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on December 28, 2011, 05:20:15 PM
Well this is rather good (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2ZITfPhnwE)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 01, 2012, 09:44:13 PM
Ouch that Denver linebackers foot is pointing the wrong way, that might sting a bit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 03, 2012, 12:02:35 PM
NFL Playoff Schedule

http://www.nfl.com/schedules?seasonType=POST

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 03, 2012, 03:50:02 PM
NFL Playoff Schedule

http://www.nfl.com/schedules?seasonType=POST

Pittsburgh wins four more games than Denver, but yet is the road team and the 5th seed?   The reward for winning your division is too great in the NFL playoffs.   
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 03, 2012, 04:03:17 PM
Much as I'm not a fan of the Steelers, I agree.

I think division winners should always get into the play-offs, but if they have a worse record than 2nd place (or even 3rd) then they should have a lower seeding.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 03, 2012, 07:54:15 PM
Colts fire the Polian's

http://m.espn.go.com/nfl/story?storyId=7414912

Bears fire Angelo

http://m.espn.go.com/nfl/story?storyId=7418791

That's what you get for thinking that you don't need a decent backup QB
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 04, 2012, 08:35:16 PM
Bears fire Angelo

I can't say I'm heartbroken.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 05, 2012, 07:42:00 AM
Wilbon is keen for Polian Sr to end up in Chicago
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 06, 2012, 06:18:51 AM
Cracking week of Bowl games. Spent 11 hours in front of the TV watching games on Monday. That feast followed by VT losing to Michigan due to a robbed touchdown in OT  on Tuesday >:( and last night by West Virginia's record breaking Orange Bowl appearance whose offense even had Coach Gruden purring. BTW go Spartans!  ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 06, 2012, 10:02:24 AM
Looking forward to wildcard weekend.

Reckon it'll be Bengals, Saints, Steelers, Falcons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2012, 11:03:06 AM
I've got a horrible feeling that there may be one last Tebow-Time miracle and the Broncos will oust the banged up Steelers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 06, 2012, 01:28:17 PM
I've got a horrible feeling that there may be one last Tebow-Time miracle and the Broncos will oust the banged up Steelers

Unfortunately, so do I.   Despite us going 12-4, this is not a good Steelers team right now, especially on offense.   I can see this being a really low scoring game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2012, 01:46:33 PM
Looking forward to wildcard weekend.

Reckon it'll be Bengals, Saints, Steelers, Falcons.

Other than the Giants possibly beating the Falcons, I would go with that too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: VinnieChase84 on January 06, 2012, 03:36:02 PM
usaV going to be rooting for the steelers this weekend (in fact looking forward to it more than the FA cup match) as my Dads from Pittsburgh and still have loads of family there now!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Stu on January 08, 2012, 05:45:56 PM
Watched Detroit Lions v New Orleans Saints last night. I'm pretty new to the sport, but brushed up on the rules on NFLUK, which explained them really well.

Enjoyed it. Detroit's defence looked like it'd be too aggressive for New Orleans and by half time Detroit were winning 14-10. Fell asleep near start of the second half, it was about 2:30am! Woke up to find that New Orleans won in the end.

Used the team picker tool on NFLUK for the laugh. Apparently I fit the profile of an Oakland Raiders fan...
Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 08, 2012, 06:47:42 PM
You must be a right headcase then! ;-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: lovejoy on January 08, 2012, 09:48:07 PM
I follow the Raiders to. Very much like following the villa to be fair.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2012, 01:39:49 AM
Oh dear.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2012, 08:04:53 AM
Oh dear.

Told ya

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=320108007

How the feck can Tebow win the game with an 80 yd TD pass ?
He's had whole games this season with barely more passing yards than that.

I'm still hoping that it'll be revealed that he's got three illegitimate kids by different mothers. If there's one thing that I dislike more than a holier-than-thou religious nutter, its a one who's good at what he does.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2012, 01:15:09 PM
I'm not upset about losing to that right-wing wally really, as I think we would have got whacked next week anyway.

Way too many injuries to key players for the Steelers to make a run this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 09, 2012, 01:18:39 PM
I'm not upset about losing to that right-wing wally really, as I think we would have got whacked next week anyway.

Way too many injuries to key players for the Steelers to make a run this year.

Steelers D did not do well for my fantasy team! Redman had a decent game in the end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 09, 2012, 01:19:52 PM
I'm not upset about losing to that right-wing wally really, as I think we would have got whacked next week anyway.

Way too many injuries to key players for the Steelers to make a run this year.

Steelers D did not do well for my fantasy team! Redman had a decent game in the end.

I wondered why he hadn't posted on the Suarez thread for a few hours.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2012, 01:21:10 PM
Steelers D did not do well for my fantasy team! Redman had a decent game in the end.

The whole front 3 were backups last night.  Plus Woodley only played half the snaps, Clark was not allowed to play.

Despite all this, they still had the #1 overall defence this year.   The good news is, the offence is relatively young, so if they can get healthy for next year, they will once again, be a force.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2012, 01:40:19 PM
LSU v 'Bama in the BCS National Championship game tonight.

Who's ya got ?

A one point victory for 'Bama would really screw things up for the voters.



EDIT - Bama ended up with a surprisingly comfortable victory, so the BCS lucked out again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 11, 2012, 10:19:14 PM
What if Tim Tebow really was Jesus? (And other fun questions)

Deadspin (http://deadspin.com/5875176/what-if-tim-tebow-were-gay-your-hypothetical-tebow-questions-answered)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 15, 2012, 10:24:03 AM
That was some finish to the Saints at 49ers game.

However, I'm not sure why one of the 49ers assistant coaches ran up to Harbaugh and got him to call timeout before Brees' final play.

Great to see that the Tebow bandwagon was finally derailed by the Golden Boy & Co.

(http://static.mobile.espn.go.com/photo/2011/1219/pg2_TebowBrady_576.gif)

(http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lxm4qq7LBr1qclcbeo1_500.jpg)

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-i9UHeRJFZqg/TxJvrmlZ4EI/AAAAAAAAFZM/H6Z7_GpiugU/s1600/tom%2Bbrady%2Btouch%2Bdown%2Brecord.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2012, 08:10:41 AM
Blue Cheese (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=320115009)

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d82609ff6/GameDay-Giants-vs-Packers-highlights
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2012, 08:58:09 AM
Diddums, the Packers are out.

Just need the Patriots to lose to the Ravens now and I can enjoy the Superbowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2012, 12:35:41 PM
There's rumours that Peyton Manning is going to retire.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7476563/actor-rob-lowe-causes-stir-peyton-manning-retirement-tweets

In his mid-thirties and after three neck surgeries; he'd be daft to come back in my opinion.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 19, 2012, 12:45:19 PM
Would help to make the Colts mind up to draft a QB then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 20, 2012, 09:27:23 AM
International series teams to be announced today?

I had an email from NFL UK saying there would be an announcement.  Apparently a few of the Sky presenters have tweeted this too!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2012, 09:34:36 AM
Oooo, interesting.

I think I'll go, regardless of who's playing. This year's game was fantastic (although I am biased).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2012, 09:43:22 AM
NFL UK are going without the "pre-registration" for this year's game.

The procedure was a bit pointless now that the game is no longer a sell out.

Here's the basic matchup info for the 2012 schedule

http://www.thephinsider.com/2012/1/2/2677134/nfl-2012-schedule-opponents-released
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2012, 09:47:32 AM
My predictions..............

Jets @ Jaguars

Patriots @ Jaguars

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 20, 2012, 09:50:07 AM
The Jaguars owner was keen to raise their profile.

There are suggestions it'll be a Rams home game against Jets or Patriots.

Maybe the announcement will be there are 2 IS games?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2012, 10:32:02 AM
The Rams make sense as well.

My Jags prediction was based on them having a poor attendance and being a contender to move to LA. The latter also applies to the Rams.

Jets or Patriots are guaranteed drawers of a crowd.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 20, 2012, 03:56:24 PM
Rams to play one "home" Wembley game per season for next three years, the first is against the Pats. Still talk of possibly two Wembley games per year. Would be better if the Rams weren't so utterly shite.

Link (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/american_football/16635797.stm).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2012, 04:21:40 PM
"Come on you Rams"

(anyone but the smegging Pat's).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 20, 2012, 10:51:22 PM
NFL UK are going without the "pre-registration" for this year's game.

The procedure was a bit pointless now that the game is no longer a sell out.


Was that just down to it being delayed so much or the economic climate.  The team selection and the game go ahead were both only announced at a reasonably short notice compared to previous years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on January 21, 2012, 01:17:28 AM
I got a great offer through the post today, 52 weekly issues of sports illustrated (including the swimsuit one) for $30 plus a free NFL jacket, so a Bears one has been ordered!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2012, 12:20:50 AM
Joe Paterno's health seems to be fading rapidly

http://m.espn.go.com/ncf/story?storyId=7487597
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on January 22, 2012, 04:13:45 PM
BBC News are saying he has passed away, RIP.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2012, 07:10:57 PM
Yep. Joe Pa has died at 85

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/7489238/joe-paterno-ex-penn-state-nittany-lions-coach-dies-85-2-month-cancer-fight

Title: Nfl
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 22, 2012, 11:12:41 PM
How the fuck did he miss that? Useless bastard.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2012, 11:14:19 PM
Wow, Cundiff just got possessed by Scott Norwood.

He did seem very late getting onto the field for the attempt. A sideline shot a couple of minutes before showed him wearing jogging bottoms. Maybe he had trouble de-panting?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 23, 2012, 01:27:56 AM
In a game where I wanted both teams to lose, that's the best result.   Now I need the Giants to beat the 49er's and then do a repeat against the Pats.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2012, 08:04:55 AM
Now I need the Giants to beat the 49er's and then do a repeat against the Pats.

Radio 5 this morning announced that the Superbowl was between SF and NE.

Therefore, when I was watching the highlights of the NFC title game, I was wondering how on earth Scotland's own Lawrence Tynes could miss such a short field goal. Of course, he didn't.

Congrats to da Beeb for the mis-information.  >:(


So, its Boston v New York at the centre of U.S. sport yet again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2012, 10:04:26 AM
Wemberleeeeee Club Level seats (end zone) are on sale now at Ł100 each via Ticketmaster

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 24, 2012, 12:52:08 PM
Think the Giants may just about have a better chance of beating the Patriots anyway, so may be for the best.

Cruz and Nicks caught of lot of passes, considering both D's played pretty well.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 25, 2012, 08:33:11 PM
Gutted for my  Niners'.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on January 31, 2012, 03:20:03 AM
Who fancies a Super Bowl snack? 

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v436/EnglishPride2004/sb.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: gerags on January 31, 2012, 06:52:32 PM
Gutted for my  Niners'.

The game was on while I was in California and the mood afterwards was subdued to say the least.
There were a lot of very disappointed 9ers fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2012, 08:27:08 AM
Ferris Bueller returns for the Superbowl



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 01, 2012, 01:42:17 PM
I was excited when I heard about the Ferris advert, but left dissapointed.   Maybe a lack of Mia Sara?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2012, 11:24:03 AM
Lombardi Bowl 46 tomorrow...... so who's ya got ?

I'll go for the Golden Boy over Peyton's Little Bro' in a close one.

Always got to root for Boston over New York
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 04, 2012, 11:29:40 AM
What have Boston and New York got to do with the game?

Come on East Rutherford... give those Foxboro Cheats a pasting!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2012, 04:25:16 PM
What have Boston and New York got to do with the game?

Come on East Rutherford... give those Foxboro Cheats a pasting!

Niew Joisey Gieonts
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 04, 2012, 06:23:13 PM
What have Boston and New York got to do with the game?

Come on East Rutherford... give those Foxboro Cheats a pasting!

Niew Joisey Gieonts

Niew Joisey Fut-baaaall Gieonts, actually.
Title: NFL
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2012, 01:00:34 AM
Good game so far. Giants unlucky to be behind at the half. Cracking atmosphere in the Aussie Bar!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 06, 2012, 04:53:56 AM
Repeat from 4 years ago.  Manningham = the new Tyree.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 06, 2012, 11:53:46 AM
Good game so far. Giants unlucky to be behind at the half. Cracking atmosphere in the Aussie Bar!

How the Pats ended up leading at HT is beyond me. They were pretty awful.

I thought that Golden Boy, with his SB record completion streak and two superb drives was going to win the game but when Welker dropped that catch it was all over really. There was no way that the Pats defense was going stop the Giants from at least getting a Field Goal.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2012, 12:00:37 PM
Maybe the Pats should have just stood out of the way and let the Giants score earlier? If they'd have had two-and-a-half minutes or so left, with three time-outs and the two-minute warning in hand, I would've fancies Brady to win it for them.

Glad the Giants won. Bears will win it next year, obviously. So when Villa, inevitably, win the Cup 2013 will be the perfect sporting year!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Javu on February 06, 2012, 03:03:53 PM
So the Giants tried to win by letting the other team score.

What a strange game American Football is. On the upside, I wonder if they'd like to sign the Villa defence?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2012, 03:07:58 PM
So the Giants tried to win by letting the other team score.

No, the Patriots did.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Javu on February 06, 2012, 03:11:06 PM
Whatever.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2012, 03:32:04 PM
Whatever.

I see you're picking up the American lingo already!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Javu on February 06, 2012, 04:49:22 PM
Yep, the end of that match was arse-some.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on February 24, 2012, 05:36:01 PM
Thank God the pats lost.

The only team I HATE more than the Giants is the Patriots.

Saw this the other day and thought it was a good read...


Larry Fitzgerald doesn't get it.
He hasn't said or done anything on UStream all week. He hasn't ripped Roger Goodell for getting paid a salary commensurate with his job of running a multibillion-dollar business or complained about his own contract. He hasn't admitted losing nearly every penny he has earned and announced a desperation signing with a team in a football league few had ever heard of.

No, Fitzgerald doesn't get it, because according to his Twitter feed, the Arizona Cardinals wide receiver is getting Zen in Chile. It is part of his annual offseason ritual of trying to better himself, to understand different cultures, to see things from other people's perspective. In 2009 he went on a USO mission to Kuwait and Iraq to visit with U.S. troops and then hopped to six other countries, including South Africa, with Minnesota defensive end Jared Allen. This year, it seems, Fitzgerald has started his post-Super Bowl travels in Chile. Where the journey leads, only he knows.

What a diva.

Someone needs to pull Fitzgerald aside and explain that this is not how a wide receiver in the NFL is supposed to behave. He isn't supposed to be generous and kind, inquisitive and sensitive, thoughtful and genuine. He is supposed to be singularly focused on himself, his body, his accomplishments, his Q rating and his wallet. Some would call these people narcissistic. Others would call them by name:Terrell Owens, Randy Moss, DeSean Jackson.

They are the anti-Fitzgeralds. How is that working out?

Let's review:

By his own admission, Owens has lost a substantial amount of his fortune because of what he said was irresponsibly trusting his financial people and not paying attention to league-sponsored seminars on how to avoid untrustworthy people. Owens did not play in 2011, despite a midseason workout attended by no one other than the media. In less than two weeks, he will debut as player-owner of the Allen Wranglers of the Indoor Football League, where presumably he will make more than the league average of $300 per game.

Owens wants back into the NFL. In other words, he wants to be Larry Fitzgerald.

Moss insists he has not squandered the money he earned during a 13-year NFL career. Despite leaving scorched earth in New England, Minnesota and Tennessee on his way out of the league in 2010, Moss now wants another shot in 2012. To hear Moss tell it on his various rambling UStream sessions (the most recent on Wednesday night sitting in front of a fish tank containing his pet piranha), Moss just wants to play for the love of the game.

In other words, Moss wants to be Larry Fitzgerald.

Jackson has kept a low profile recently, but he can't be happy about the recent news that Philadelphia intends to use the franchise tag to keep him from becoming a free agent next month. For two seasons, Jackson has been upset about his contract, which paid him less than $600,000 last season. While the franchise tag would mean Jackson would play 2012 under a one-year contract worth in the neighborhood of $10 million, Jackson wants a long-term deal with a sizable signing bonus.

The Eagles are unlikely to pay Jackson the money he seeks because, although he is a dynamic threat every time he touches the football, he has wreaked havoc with team chemistry the last two years. Jackson held out of training camp last year, got benched for missing a team meeting and got benched late in a game for dogging it.

Jackson wants to be Larry Fitzgerald, a man on his third contract -- this one worth $120 million -- with the team that drafted him in the first round in 2004. The Eagles know he is not.

Fitzgerald never dogs it. Jackson was sitting at home on Nov. 13 when Fitzgerald's Cardinals came to Philly. Arizona was 2-6 and down to backup quarterback John Skelton. The Cardinals had very little to play for, but Fitzgerald finished with seven catches for 146 yards and two touchdowns. On the game-winning touchdown drive, Fitzgerald stretched to make a 37-yard catch at the 1-yard line that led to Arizona's 21-17 win.

That loss, more than any other, cost Philadelphia a playoff berth. Had the Eagles won, the New York Giants never would have been in position to make a Super Bowl run. The Giants would not have made the playoffs, and the Eagles would have.

The next week at San Francisco, the Cardinals had a brutal day. Trailing 23-0 in the fourth quarter, Ken Whisenhunt benched Skelton in favor of journeyman Richard Bartel. On his second drive, Bartel found Fitzgerald in the end zone. Instead of doing his standard touchdown celebration of flipping the ball to an official in the end zone, Fitzgerald sprinted back to the line of scrimmage 23 yards away and put the ball in Bartel's gut.

Fitzgerald wanted Bartel to have a keepsake. It was his first career touchdown pass, and it very well could be his last.

The next week in St. Louis, the Cardinals were trying to run out the clock after a back-and-forth game against the Rams. After the two-minute warning, LaRod Stephens-Howling got a first down. All Arizona needed was for Skelton to take a knee. But Fitzgerald sprinted to the sideline to inform the offensive coaches thatBeanie Wells was sitting on 214 rushing yards. The franchise record was 215. Didn't Wells deserve the record?

After a delay-of-game penalty on the Cardinals, Wells broke a 14-yard rush.

Asked after the game how he knew Wells was near the record, Fitzgerald said he monitored the video board, which showed the statistics. Asked how he knew what the Cardinals' franchise rushing record was, he said he had memorized all of the team records.

Think Owens, Moss or Jackson ever took the time to learn any team records other than the ones that pertained to them?

Earlier this week, Fitzgerald tweeted a picture of himself on Easter Island, a remote part of Chile. On Friday, according to a picture posted on his Twitter feed, he had moved on to a spot near Quito, Ecuador, where he stood over the equator, one foot in the Southern Hemisphere and one in the Northern Hemisphere.

"Breathtaking sight to see 4 sure," Fitzgerald tweeted.

Maybe he gets it after all.

Ashley Fox is an NFL columnist. Follow her on Twitter: @AshleyMFox.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 05, 2012, 08:52:45 AM
Gregg Williams allegedly ran a "bounty" system while at the Saints and Redskins

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7645278/sources-gregg-williams-nfl-officials-meet-again-monday-regarding-bounties

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 07, 2012, 08:11:12 AM
It appears that Peyton Manning will be leaving the Colts

A press conference is scheduled for today

Hardly surprising. There's no way that any team could justify paying $28m to a player coming off multiple neck surgeries.

http://nfl.si.com/2012/03/06/colts-peyton-manning-ready-to-part-ways-wednesday/?sct=hp_t11_a2&eref=sihp


So, where next for Payton ?

Washington, Arizona and Miami have been suggested.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 08, 2012, 04:17:37 PM
He should retire.

I bet the Jets try to get him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 09, 2012, 08:38:34 AM
I agree that Mannings should retire. His HoF legacy is secure, he's made more money than he'll ever need and has had four neck operations. Why risk your future ability to walk/move around, just to play another season or to.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 09, 2012, 08:55:03 AM
Great player - took apart my Bears in the Superbowl a few years ago.

I guess it depends on how much he'd miss playing and whether he's willing to risk his health.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 10, 2012, 09:32:44 AM
Looks like Washington has done a deal with St Louis in order to move up in the draft and take RGIII

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7668243/source-washington-redskins-acquire-no-2-overall-pick-st-louis-rams
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 10, 2012, 11:53:19 AM
They've given them a number six pick, two second-round picks and their first round picks for the next two years. That is insane just to trade up to get a rookie quarter-back. That's less than the Bears traded to the Broncos to get Jay Cutler who had already been to a Pro Bowl. Although, admittedly, that has had somewhat mixed results.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 10, 2012, 07:46:36 PM
There's talk that the Broncos may sign Manning and then trade the Son of God to Jacksonville.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 11, 2012, 05:49:41 PM
The talk seems to be about them having the pair of them. I suppose Tebow could learn a thing or two from Manning. Like how to throw the ball, for instance.

Manning's talking to the Cards today and the Fins tomorrow, apparently.

Does whoever gets him have to give players and/or picks to the Colts?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 11, 2012, 08:20:07 PM
T
Does whoever gets him have to give players and/or picks to the Colts?

Nope, the Colts cut him. If they'd have hung on any longer they'd have owed him a $28m roster bonus.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 16, 2012, 08:23:24 AM
Mario Williams signs for he Bills

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7690355/buffalo-bills-agree-six-year-deal-mario-williams

Megatron gets megabucks

http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcnorth/post/_/id/39502/132-million-for-calvin-johnson-absolutely

However, remember that NFL contracts are not for guaranteed money. I believe that the guaranteed element of Calvin Johnson's deal is only around Ł60m
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 17, 2012, 08:16:23 PM
Oi, Redsox! I rely on you for my off-season updates. Why did you not tell me Da Bears had signed Brandon Marshall? Quite excited by that deal. Hopefully he will bring out the best in Cutler.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 17, 2012, 09:36:57 PM
Oi, Redsox! I rely on you for my off-season updates. Why did you not tell me Da Bears had signed Brandon Marshall? Quite excited by that deal. Hopefully he will bring out the best in Cutler.

I only check the regular announcements not the police feed

http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/nfl_receiver_marshall_slugs_woman_Ad0Ydwu0KcuIXf8PiXfiIO#ixzz1p47iclnH
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 17, 2012, 09:38:22 PM
I didn't know he'd played for Cincinnati?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 17, 2012, 09:59:15 PM
I didn't know he'd played for Cincinnati?

He's only got 6 or 7 arrests so far, so I don't think that the Bungles would be interested yet
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 18, 2012, 06:20:57 PM
Mario Manningham has left the New York Football Giants and signed with the 49ers, where he'll join Randy Moss who signed for San Fran earlier in the week

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7704416/2012-nfl-free-agency-mario-manningham-san-francisco-49ers-agree-two-year-deal.

Apparently the 49ers are now one of the teams looking at signing Peyton Manning.

I could see a receiving corp of Manningham, Moss and Crabtree being appealing to Manning.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 20, 2012, 07:48:00 AM
Looks like Manning will be joining the Broncos

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7709400/nfl-peyton-manning-put-denver-broncos-control-afc-west

Ha.... take that Tebow !!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 20, 2012, 08:55:46 AM
Yes, pleased to see that Tebow will only be a back-up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 20, 2012, 07:23:42 PM
Yes, pleased to see that Tebow will only be a back-up.

Or traded

I'd like to see Elway trade him to Oakland so that we can see how his holier than thou act plays with Raider Nation

Seriously though, how about Jacksonville. They're one of the few teams that don't sell out, St Tim is from the area and he'd put bums in seats.

Meanwhile, Matt Flynn has left Green Bay for a guaranteed $10m in Seattle. That's $5m for each of his career starts to date.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 21, 2012, 07:23:21 PM
T-Bo is now a New Joisey Jet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 21, 2012, 09:33:30 PM
T-Bo is now a New Joisey Jet.

ESPN is now saying that there's a hitch in the deal.

Shame, I was looking forwards to seeing a story about St Tim staggering out of a Joisey bar at 3am with two transvestite hookers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 21, 2012, 09:36:30 PM
I assume that this will be reduced on appeal but the NFL has brought the hammer down on the Saints, Sean Payton and Gregg Williams for bounty-gate.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7718136/sean-payton-new-orleans-saints-banned-one-year-bounties
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The NFL handed down sweeping and unprecedented punishment Wednesday for bounties paid out on big hits, suspending New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton without pay for next season and indefinitely banning the team's former defensive coordinator, Gregg Williams, who now works for the St. Louis Rams.

Payton is the first head coach suspended by the league for any reason. He is accused of trying to cover up a system of extra cash payouts NFL commissioner Roger Goodell called "particularly unusual and egregious" and "totally unacceptable."
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 22, 2012, 07:41:08 AM
And low, the deal was resurrected, the waters of the Hudson did part and the boy-king Timothy did enter the promised land ....................... well, East Rutherford anyway

http://espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/story/_/id/7720305/new-york-jets-denver-broncos-complete-tim-tebow-trade-second-time
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 27, 2012, 07:52:27 AM
Look like the Saints want the Big Tuna to cover for Sean Payton whilst the latter is banned

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7738693/sean-payton-bill-parcells-discuss-new-orleans-saints-job-sources-say
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on March 28, 2012, 02:56:46 AM
a few quick things:

1) No way Bill Parcels has any interest in that saints gig.  He wants to be alive when he gets into the hall of fame, and he's already cutting it close.  He won't wait another 5 years by taking this lose/lose job

2) I have never seen so many people who are so against one person as every NFL fan seems to be with Tebow.  In all honesty, as a fan of The U, I always hated him, but the fact of the matter is he seems to be a nice guy who doesn't really think he's that great, but wins.  So I am going to declare right here and right now that I am now a "fan" of Little Baby Jesus aka Tim Tebow, if only because I am sure that behind his too nice exterior, he is a deranged, s&m, drug addicted maniac.  He has to be... right?

3) The Eagles have actually had not a terrible off season so far.  I am sure they will blow it on the draft though.

4) Alex Smith is nuts.  How does a guy get off complaining like he does after having one good year and four years of sitting on the ball and collecting a check.

5) speaking of visors and clipboards, that Jets back up who made a fuss and left when Tebow came along needs a reality check as well.  I don't even know his name, but what a baby. 

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 16, 2012, 07:42:14 PM
Just when I thought that I couldn't dislike Tebow any more than I do already, he turns up in a Yankee cap

(http://www.washingtonpost.com/rf/image_296w/2010-2019/Wires/Online/2012-04-16/AP/Images/Angels%20Yankees%20Baseball.JPEG-0a118.jpg)

However, well done to those in the crowd that booed hom
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 18, 2012, 08:24:39 AM
2012 Schedule announced

http://espn.go.com/nfl/schedule
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 18, 2012, 08:55:01 AM
Starting at home to the Colts, I'll take that I think. Wonder how Luck will get on (assuming they draft him).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on April 18, 2012, 03:57:43 PM
Steelers go back to Devner (and Payton) for opening weekend.  Nice.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 18, 2012, 09:01:48 PM
We've got the Fudge Packers in week two on a Thursday night. Will that be live on Sky or do ESPN have Thursday games?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 18, 2012, 09:21:37 PM
We've got the Fudge Packers in week two on a Thursday night. Will that be live on Sky or do ESPN have Thursday games?

Its a "NFL Network" game so it could end up on either

Looks like a ticket would be about $400>$500 via Stubhub.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 19, 2012, 09:00:51 AM
We've got the Fudge Packers in week two on a Thursday night. Will that be live on Sky or do ESPN have Thursday games?

Its a "NFL Network" game so it could end up on either

Looks like a ticket would be about $400>$500 via Stubhub.

I might buy 2 then....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 27, 2012, 08:42:38 AM
2012 NFL Draft

http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/draft/rounds?year=2012&action=login&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fnfl%2fdraft%2frounds%3fyear%3d2012

http://espn.go.com/nfl/draft2012/story/_/id/7859344/2012-nfl-draft-indianapolis-colts-select-andrew-luck-no-1-pick

1 - Andrew Luck - QB to Colts
2 - Robert Griffin III - QB to Redskins
3 - Trent Richardson - RB to Randy's other mob




Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 27, 2012, 09:02:58 AM
Shocked to the core that the Colts picked Luck  ;)

Looks like we've picked a really small (comparatively) DE. Only 260lbs and could also play LB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 01, 2012, 12:03:13 PM
I honestly never pay attention to the draft.

It never seems to be any players I have actually seen getting picked, so it isn't as if I really can have an opinion.  It seems like everyone is just pretending to know about these players (aside from the top 3).

In college football, I only watch the Miami Hurricanes, and I never get "into it" on that fanboy level.

(I will also watch Uconn, because I feel like I should, because I am paying for it, but it THE U played Uconn, I am rooting for The U)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on May 01, 2012, 01:16:17 PM
Saw this on Gormans twitter the other day. Trust the yanks to have to do it bigger.

There are some people on the pitch, they think it is all over........it is now. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfebpLfAt8g)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 01, 2012, 08:03:33 PM
Why did the 'Skins draft another QB in the 4th Round ?

Talk about undermining your new star player before he's even played a game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 02, 2012, 10:18:55 PM
Junior Seau, dead at 43

Apparent suicide

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/03/sports/football/junior-seau-famed-nfl-linebacker-dies-at-43-in-apparent-suicide.html?_r=1
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 02, 2012, 11:47:15 PM
Just read about that. Shocking.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 04, 2012, 07:59:50 AM
Similarly to Dave Duerson last year, it appears that Seau shot himself in the chest.

Duerson shot himself in the chest in order to preserve his brain for the autopsy. He believed that he was suffering from "chronic traumatic encephalopathy" brought on by concussions sustained playing football.

Examination of his brain confirmed that Duerson's believe was correct, he was suffering from a degenerative disease linked to concussions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on May 06, 2012, 02:20:04 PM
Say it ain't Seau!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on June 02, 2012, 01:23:49 PM
Anyone seen the new Nike NFL jerseys?

They are pretty nice.  Nike has always done NCAA football jerseys well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on June 05, 2012, 09:20:50 PM
Anyone seen the new Nike NFL jerseys?

They are pretty nice.  Nike has always done NCAA football jerseys well.

Any pics or links
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on June 06, 2012, 10:47:49 PM
Anyone seen the new Nike NFL jerseys?

They are pretty nice.  Nike has always done NCAA football jerseys well.

Any pics or links

TBH, at least with the Bears one, the only difference I can see is the Nike swoosh rather then the Reebok mark.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 07, 2012, 04:00:06 AM
Tom Coughlin has signed a two year extension with The New York Football Giants; so that's blown Bill Cowher's comeback plan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 23, 2012, 06:13:18 PM
Jerry Sandusky............... Guilty !

(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/About/General/2012/6/23/1340419377224/Jerry-Sandusky-found-guil-006.jpg)

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8087028/penn-state-nittany-lions-jerry-sandusky-convicted-45-counts-sex-abuse-trial
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 27, 2012, 08:05:45 AM
At last the College Football champion will be decided on the field rather than by a vote

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8099205/college-football-time-celebrate-approval-four-team-playoff
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 27, 2012, 08:56:25 AM
At last the College Football champion will be decided on the field rather than by a vote

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8099205/college-football-time-celebrate-approval-four-team-playoff

Yes, I found the College Football season baffling, glad to see it changing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 27, 2012, 11:10:35 PM
T.O. does an A.Y.

http://www.tmz.com/2012/06/26/terrell-owens-naked-photos-solo-pics/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 30, 2012, 08:36:01 PM
At last the College Football champion will be decided on the field rather than by a vote

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8099205/college-football-time-celebrate-approval-four-team-playoff

I've read it. I still don't understand it. Why do you need a "selection committee" to decide who gets in the play-offs? Too subjective for my liking.

Stick them in regional conferences. Have the conference winners plus x next best teams advance to the play-offs. Easy-peasy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: villalovefc on July 04, 2012, 05:31:02 AM
If the premier league were like college football, united would be given the title pretty much every year.

Oh wait...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: villalovefc on July 04, 2012, 05:33:03 AM
Oh and I'm a Niners fan, have been my whole life.  Was at the NFC Championship game this last season against the Giants.  What a season for the Niners.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 04, 2012, 07:51:37 AM
Welcome to the thread villalovefc


Sad news today that Oakland Raiders great Ben Davidson has died at age 72

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Davidson

I was wandering around the Oakland Coliseum with some friends about ten years ago when someone yelled out; "Hey, Ben Davidson"................ They were actually yelling at my mate John, who, at the time, was the spitting image of Ben.

(http://cdn2.maxim.com/maxim/files/2009/10/20/gillettes-nfls-greatest-facial-hair/ben-davidson_l.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 04, 2012, 09:12:35 AM
Oh and I'm a Niners fan, have been my whole life.  Was at the NFC Championship game this last season against the Giants.  What a season for the Niners.

I honestly thought you'd win that. At least the sodding Patroits didn't win the Superbowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 04, 2012, 09:17:34 AM
Is NFL gonna be on Sky next year?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 04, 2012, 10:52:14 AM
Is NFL gonna be on Sky next year?

Looks like its still not sorted

http://forum.nfluk.com/showthread.php?t=90073&page=8
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 05, 2012, 12:49:47 PM
For those of you with an ESPN subscription, ESPNAmerica is showing Canadian Football this summer.

http://www.espnamerica.com/gb/f1/clubhouse/article/canadian-football-league-on-espn-america/

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on July 05, 2012, 06:07:18 PM
For those of you with an ESPN subscription, ESPNAmerica is showing Canadian Football this summer.

http://www.espnamerica.com/gb/f1/clubhouse/article/canadian-football-league-on-espn-america/



Go Riders!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 12, 2012, 01:02:47 PM
Looks like Patriots owner Bob Kraft is having a fun summer

http://bostonherald.com/news/columnists/view.bg?articleid=1061145175
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 13, 2012, 07:44:09 AM
Q- What did Penn State know and when did they know it ? (http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8159195/report-says-penn-state-nittany-lions-senior-officials-disregarded-children-welfare)

A- They knew what Sandusky was doing, they knew very early on and ...................... they did feck all about it.

In fact it appears that Penn State officials tipped Sandusky off that they knew what he was up to (eg that he'd been seen molesting the kid in the shower) thus putting his victims at even more risk.

I'd be quite happy if the inevitable law suits end up closing down the Penn State football program.

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Key Points of Freeh Report
•  Paterno and others showed "callous and shocking disregard for child victims."
•  Evidence shows Paterno, Spanier, Schultz and Curley did know of 1998 investigation and Paterno "failed to take any action."
•  PSU let Sandusky retire in 1999 "not as a suspected child predator, but as a valued member of the Penn State football legacy," allowing him to groom victims.
•  PSU "concealed critical facts ... to avoid consequences of bad publicity."
•  Paterno "was an integral part of this active decision to conceal" and his firing was justified.
•  PSU did not alert authorities to 2001 assault. Intervening factor in not reporting was conversation between Curley, Paterno.
•  PSU failed to adhere to federal law requiring reporting crimes such as the ones Sandusky committed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 15, 2012, 01:29:03 PM
For those of you with an ESPN subscription, ESPNAmerica is showing Canadian Football this summer.

http://www.espnamerica.com/gb/f1/clubhouse/article/canadian-football-league-on-espn-america/



I just clicked on this and I am shocked.  I feel like the world has turned upside down.

THERE IS A CANADIEN FOOTBALL LEAGUE!?!?!?!

How have I never heard of this before!!!??!?!?!?1?!?one!?!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 15, 2012, 01:35:33 PM
I think you have heard of the Canadian Football League before and you are just pretending not to have for comic effect.

You, sir, are a bounder and a cad of the highest order.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 16, 2012, 07:56:18 AM
I remember when the CFL tried to expand into the USA, most notably placing the "Stallions" in Baltimore after the NFL Colts did their midnight flit to Indianapolis.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CFL_USA
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on July 16, 2012, 05:34:07 PM
Riders 3-0 in the CFL and looking great, the west is looking very strong.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 17, 2012, 12:01:48 PM
I think you have heard of the Canadian Football League before and you are just pretending not to have for comic effect.

You, sir, are a bounder and a cad of the highest order.

ummmm no.

I actually haven't.

I am not trying to be funny.  I didn't realize there was a Canadian NFL.  I know there is Arena football, but that isn't exclusive to Canada.

If a canadian football league really existed on a substantial level, then why would the NFL be planning on moving into Canada? (Bills to Toronto etc.)

In FACT, googling Canadian Football brings up, as the first article, a link to the NFC South.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 17, 2012, 12:55:44 PM
I assumed you were joking too pmarachi.

Quite a few NFL players have spent time in the CFL, like Ricky Williams after his drugs ban and Jeff Garcia.

I know that they have larger endzones than in the NFL too, for some reason to do with kick-off returns I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 18, 2012, 02:59:21 AM
I assumed you were joking too pmarachi.

Quite a few NFL players have spent time in the CFL, like Ricky Williams after his drugs ban and Jeff Garcia.

I know that they have larger endzones than in the NFL too, for some reason to do with kick-off returns I think.

Didn't they do Arena football? Like Terrell Owens?

This isn't on TV over here, but is it shown on ESPN in Canada?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 18, 2012, 08:15:26 AM
Garcia started his career with Calgary

Ricky played for Toronto


Hey Paul, you should be embarrassed that us Brits are having to educate you about a sport on your own continent.  :D

To quote a Vogon..................

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"I’m sorry, but if you can’t be bothered to take an interest in local affairs, that’s your own lookout. Energize the demolition beams"



EDIT - Back in the 1990's, I could be seen at Villa Park in a Toronto Argonauts T-shirt. I wanted to buy another jersey/shirt when I was in Toronto last month but couldn't find any Argonauts gear anywhere.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on July 19, 2012, 05:00:54 PM
you know what, the name Toronto Agronauts does sound familiar.

Is it worth a watch? If I were to find it streaming online...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on July 19, 2012, 05:42:55 PM
you know what, the name Toronto Agronauts does sound familiar.

Is it worth a watch? If I were to find it streaming online...

it is worth watching but pick your team wisely, Montreal are the better team in the East while the West is quite open this year, but I have to stick up for the Riders as this is my adopted home now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 19, 2012, 06:30:33 PM
I think I will see if Nova Scotia gets an expansion team then "support" them, on the basis that Nova Scotia is full of Plastic Scots, like me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on July 20, 2012, 03:55:13 PM
I think I will see if Nova Scotia gets an expansion team then "support" them, on the basis that Nova Scotia is full of Plastic Scots, like me.

You could be in for a wait but you never know with the CFL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 23, 2012, 10:33:21 PM
NCAA bring the hammer down on Penn State but stop short of what's called " the death penalty".

http://m.espn.go.com/general/blogs/blogpost?blogname=ncfnation&id=63160

Sky are erroneously reporting that the school is banned from competing for four years, it's actually just a four year post-season (ie Bowl game) ban.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on July 24, 2012, 03:39:56 PM
Ouch
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 01, 2012, 09:15:44 PM
Inspiring or creepy ?

http://deadspin.com/5930622/there-is-a-giant-photo-of-sean-payton-watching-over-saints-training-camp
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Hairbandinho on August 02, 2012, 01:11:21 PM
Ha that's pretty worrying.

Bet's on how my beloved Dolphins are going to do? Also thoughs on Tannehill?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 02, 2012, 01:13:11 PM
Fins? 7-9 I reckon. But I know sod all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on August 02, 2012, 01:49:34 PM
I think the only definite division winner for me will be the Texans this year.

Packers, Patriots and possibly 49ers should be certs but I reckon their divisions will be closer.

I can't see Dolphins making the play-offs.  Despite a nice looking schedule overall, the early road fixtures look tough and could set the tone.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 05, 2012, 04:12:04 PM
Andy Reid's son found dead

http://espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp12/story/_/id/8235884/andy-reid-oldest-son-garrett-reid-found-dead-philadelphia-eagles-camp
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 07, 2012, 08:36:22 AM
T.O. signs for the Seahawks

http://espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp12/story/_/id/8240307/terrell-owens-signs-contract-seattle-seahawks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 10, 2012, 09:37:54 AM
Still no real news on whether Sky will be showing the NFL this season.

Quote
Re: NFL Coverage on Sky..on 09-08-2012 01:24 PM

Hi All,

There is not currently a deal in place for NFL on Sky Sports, but should one be concluded we would of course announce full details

Thanks,
Anne
Sky Knowledge Advisor


Sky won't even say whether or not they're even trying to obtain the rights for 2012.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 10, 2012, 12:42:06 PM
Still no real news on whether Sky will be showing the NFL this season.

Quote
Re: NFL Coverage on Sky..on 09-08-2012 01:24 PM

Hi All,

There is not currently a deal in place for NFL on Sky Sports, but should one be concluded we would of course announce full details

Thanks,
Anne
Sky Knowledge Advisor


Sky won't even say whether or not they're even trying to obtain the rights for 2012.

Have just gotten Sky, mainly with the NFL in mind.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 10, 2012, 01:09:16 PM
Have just gotten Sky, mainly with the NFL in mind.

Well, at the moment, that looks like is was a bit of a daft move.

I doubt that I'll be subscribing to the NFL Online package. I think that I'll just make do with whatever ESPN show, plus online highlights.
I very rarely sat down last season to what a whole game anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on August 10, 2012, 03:37:13 PM
I'm sure I read somewhere that channel 5 might be interested but having the slot that channel 4 had last year.

I think SKY will have similar to last year.  Annoying that they are leaving it to the last minute.

Not sure aboout ESPN.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 14, 2012, 08:45:12 AM
The St Louis Rams have pulled out of their commitment to play a home game in London in 2013 and 2014

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/8265779/st-louis-rams-drop-plans-play-london-2013-2014

Maybe a return to one of their former homes is on the cards ?

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 14, 2012, 09:57:36 AM
Or perhaps they've heard there will be no tv deal so don't see the "brand benefit" of playing the UK?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 15, 2012, 08:21:58 AM
Bad news for Da Bears

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/8268083/chicago-bears-brian-urlacher-undergoes-surgical-procedure-knee


He's still hopeful of making the season opener but I've heard tv/radio reports that he could miss up to half the season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on August 18, 2012, 01:14:24 AM
NY Jets are staying at my hotel tonight and maybe all weekend for training camp, we are watching Lions v Ravens in the bar right now on Fox.  I have no idea who they are, lots of special team players though.

On a separate note, anyone want to buy a Jets play book?  They're lying around the bar here like magazines in a barbers shop.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 18, 2012, 01:16:31 AM
Bad news for Da Bears

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/8268083/chicago-bears-brian-urlacher-undergoes-surgical-procedure-knee


He's still hopeful of making the season opener but I've heard tv/radio reports that he could miss up to half the season


For fuck's sake we're due some luck with injuries after last season.

Do we have the same physio as the Villa?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 20, 2012, 10:26:42 PM
Jaguars set to replace the Rams in London from 2013

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/8286397/report-jacksonville-jaguars-play-multiple-home-games-london-starting-2013


If a team was ever to move completely to London, my money would be on Jacksonville. A certain car company could become the main sponsors and the team wouldn't even have to change their nickname.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 21, 2012, 08:55:19 AM

On a separate note, anyone want to buy a Jets play book?  They're lying around the bar here like magazines in a barbers shop.


Bill Belichick might be interested
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 25, 2012, 12:50:08 AM
Eagles legend Steve Van Buren, dead at 91

http://www.csnphilly.com/football-philadelphia-eagles/eagles-talk/Eagles-legend-Steve-Van-Buren-dies-at-91?blockID=762135&feedID=704
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 28, 2012, 04:23:45 PM
Latest on a potential move of the NFL back to LA

http://www.latimes.com/sports/football/nfl/la-sp-farmer-nfl-la-20120828,0,2010948.story
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on August 29, 2012, 10:53:54 AM
Sunday night football back on Channel 4.

Some good matches!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 29, 2012, 11:56:43 AM
Sunday night football back on Channel 4.

Some good matches!

I hope that Mike Carlson reduces his level of "couldn't be more open if...................." crappy jokes this season

http://www.nfluk.com/opinions/articles/nat-and-mike-reunited-channel-4%E2%80%99s-american-football-live


Still nothing official regarding Sky but there are rumours that a deal has been done.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 29, 2012, 12:45:07 PM
Aww, I love Mike Carlson, with his "the Tory you can support" and "going high, not in a Ricky Williams sense" jokes.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 31, 2012, 08:02:49 AM
Jerry Jones rapping  ???

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on August 31, 2012, 04:41:12 PM
Jerry Jones rapping  ???



made me laugh!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 02, 2012, 11:47:56 AM
Looks like we'll know about UK TV coverage in a couple of days

Quote
Statement from NFLUK - Yesterday, 03:04 PM
With the new NFL season kicking off next week, we fully understand the concerns of our fans that the full UK broadcast line-up for the new season has not yet been announced, beyond the new Channel 4 agreement for Sunday Night Football and the existing deal with BBC TV for Super Bowl and Wembley/playoff highlights.

We have been in negotiations for some time to extend our broadcasting agreements for this season and will announce the full package for the 2012 season as soon as possible. However, it is possible that this may not be before Tuesday at the earliest. Thank you for your support and patience.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 04, 2012, 01:01:47 PM
Still no word from Sky regarding NFL....  :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 04, 2012, 05:33:57 PM
Now confirmed Sky have Sunday matches and Thursday night games no word on Mondays. Bears first two games live! :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on September 04, 2012, 05:35:49 PM
Strange seeing Thursday Night Football
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2012, 06:04:48 PM
Very MON-like, taking it right to the wire
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2012, 07:46:29 AM
The NFL regular season starts tonight (brought forward by a day so as not to clash with the POTUS speech on Thursday).

Who's ya got for Super Bowl XLVII ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 05, 2012, 09:34:11 AM
Bears to beat Texans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 05, 2012, 12:51:37 PM
Bears to beat Texans.

2 of the unluckiest teams with injuries I thought, last year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2012, 01:47:14 PM
Packers v Patriots


Meanwhile, the Raiders will be just not quite shit enough once again to get a decent draft pick
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 05, 2012, 01:56:39 PM
Have next Friday off, so I can watch Da Bears against the fudge Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on September 05, 2012, 04:25:39 PM
Great news!  Every live game over the first two weeks looks decent.

A lack of cheerleaders on the Sky options though  >:(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 05, 2012, 06:33:33 PM
Monday Night Football has been awarded to the BBC - but only on Red Button. Can you record red button cos I can't stay up till 4 o clock every Monday?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2012, 08:54:00 PM
Monday Night Football has been awarded to the BBC - but only on Red Button. Can you record red button cos I can't stay up till 4 o clock every Monday?

I think that there's a channel hidden away somewhere that shows the Red Button feed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2012, 08:56:17 PM
I found this

http://www.freeview.co.uk/Channels/Interactive/BBC-Red-Button
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 06, 2012, 09:31:52 AM
It looks like the replacement refs got thro' last night without any major cock-ups.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 06, 2012, 01:15:28 PM
Art Modell, dead at 87

http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/bal-art-modell-former-baltimore-ravens-and-cleveland-browns-owner-dies-at-92-20120905,0,1985687.story

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on September 06, 2012, 05:55:50 PM
It looks like the replacement refs got thro' last night without any major cock-ups.

Yeah it looked ok, but the final 5 minutes took forever... I do wish they could speed up the NFL somehow, too many commercials.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 07, 2012, 12:40:34 PM
It looks like the replacement refs got thro' last night without any major cock-ups.

Yeah it looked ok, but the final 5 minutes took forever... I do wish they could speed up the NFL somehow, too many commercials.

They can, you Sky+ it and fast forward through the adverts :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on September 07, 2012, 10:29:34 PM
It looks like the replacement refs got thro' last night without any major cock-ups.

Yeah it looked ok, but the final 5 minutes took forever... I do wish they could speed up the NFL somehow, too many commercials.

They can, you Sky+ it and fast forward through the adverts :-)

Good point
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2012, 10:07:34 AM
It surprises me that US TV channels pay so much for the rights to show NFL and MLB. They consider live sport to be "DVR/Tivo Proof"; however, I think that they're ideal for watching on Sky+ etc.

Even if you're at home when the game is one, just Sky+ it and then start watching about an hour into the broadcast.


In other news, the "Bounty-Gate" suspensions of the Saints players have been lifted my an internal NFL review panel and they are eligible for this weekend. However, the penalties could yet be re-instated by Goodell. The suspensions for coaches and management remain in place.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/michael_mccann/09/07/saints-suspensions-overturned/index.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2012, 10:40:17 PM
Good start for RG3. Not so good for Luck
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: bertlambshank on September 10, 2012, 07:34:01 PM
Tonights coverage starts from 12.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: bertlambshank on September 10, 2012, 07:38:02 PM
The bbc red button is also shown here.....http://www.tvcatchup.com/watch.html?c=65#65
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2012, 09:00:49 AM
Watched about 5 minutes of the Ravens Vs Bengals after the Murray match. Ravens seemed to be coasting.

When was the last time that either the Browns or the Bengals won that division? Seems to always be between the Ravens and the Steelers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Situation on September 11, 2012, 07:55:23 PM
Bengals won the division in 2009 when Ochocinco was still good. Surprised at how Bengals run defense wasn't that good, Ravens had a tough time with the running game against Cincinnati last season. Good to get off to a flying start like that looking good on both sides if the ball... And their touchdown was bullshit so even though its not a big deal after winning by so much it'd been nice to of had a "clean sheet" on the touchdown front.  Eagles next week away... Will be tough but they weren't great against the Browns. Reed and Webb look out for Vick to throw a pick six!

And the Chargers looked really good last night. Their defense looked improved already compared to last season although its only one game. I like Ingram, was a good draft pick for them to strengthen up their defense which had so many holes in it last season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2012, 09:15:04 PM
Just watched last nights highlights.

People joke about the lack of plays that a long-snapper is involved in, but if you want to see how important their role is just watch the Raiders v Chargers game.

My Raiders might just be shit enough this year to get a decent draft pick
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on September 11, 2012, 10:59:58 PM

When was the last time that either the Browns or the Bengals won that division? Seems to always be between the Ravens and the Steelers.

I was surprised to get odds of 13/10 on Ravens to win the division.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2012, 07:53:31 AM
Nice piece of trickeration from the Packers last night of the fake FG
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2012, 07:40:27 PM
Bastards.

Still, at least our Jay had a really high completion rate. If you include his throws to the opposition.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 19, 2012, 07:36:56 AM
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/19/sports/football/steve-sabol-creative-force-behind-nfl-films-dies-at-69.html

Steve Sabol, dead at 69

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on September 25, 2012, 05:11:12 PM
I can't believe nobody has mentioned the MNF game, where is UK Redsox!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on September 25, 2012, 05:16:28 PM
OK to summarize the Seahawks were losing with 2 mins to go, the forced Green Bay to punt to midfield before a hail mary in the last play of the game sent the NFL into meltdown...

http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=320924026

twitter went crazy and the league lost a lot of credibility.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2012, 08:06:09 PM
OK to summarize the Seahawks were losing with 2 mins to go, the forced Green Bay to punt to midfield before a hail mary in the last play of the game sent the NFL into meltdown...

http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=320924026

twitter went crazy and the league lost a lot of credibility.

Should I be happy Green Bay lost, even if it was massively controversial. Hell yeah.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 26, 2012, 09:00:07 AM
Happy about it, but the leagu needs to get the proper officials back, every game is having terrible calls that cost teams points.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 08, 2012, 07:11:52 PM
The Bears seem to be doing well. Does this mean we finally have an attack worthy of the name to compliment our defence?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2012, 08:59:00 AM
Still worry about our OL, only the Packers seem to have realised that if you blitz 6 men against us, we have no answer for it.

4 and 1 though, can't complain.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on October 18, 2012, 11:42:41 AM
I can't believe the Eagles fired Juan Castillo!

The defense was the only thing that was doing well.

I guess that it is his reward for doing a good job.  He doesn't have to stay in Philly with that crap team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 21, 2012, 06:29:20 PM
Two games at Wemberleee in 2013.

Steelers @ Vikings on 29 September.

49ers @ Jaguars on 27 October.

To me, this is a clear sign that the NFL are looking to see if fans will support multiple games in London, with the aim of moving a team to England.

If the NFL was just concerned with spreading the "brand", then the second game would have been at Croke Park or somewhere in Germany.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on October 21, 2012, 10:43:01 PM
Quick question, are the fans of the Vikings and jaguars getting any sort of compensation for effectively losing a home game?
Why are they not up in arms about this?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2012, 09:34:34 AM
Quick question, are the fans of the Vikings and jaguars getting any sort of compensation for effectively losing a home game?
Why are they not up in arms about this?

The Vikes ownership are probably using the London game as a threat to the local authorities to either build them a new stadium or watch them leave for LA. Their fans will be pissed off.

(I don't understand why the Vikes and Gophers didn't combine resources to build an NFL calibre stadium rather than the Gophers going it alone like they did and building one for purely NCAA use).

The Jags don't sell out their games, so I doubt that the protests will be too vociferous in No-Flo. They're the team that I expect to move full-time to London within the next 5 to 10 years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2012, 09:58:53 AM
In praise of "RedZone"...............

http://www.grantland.com/blog/the-triangle/post/_/id/40542/nfl-redzone-the-peoples-champ
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2012, 10:00:45 AM
So, who'll be at Wemberlee on Sunday ?

I'll be there with a Gloucestershire born, Leeedz supporting mate. Luckily we're in the Club Level (behind an Endzone), so he won't be able to get on the pitch !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chico Hamilton III on October 24, 2012, 10:54:40 AM
I'm sitting in an office with my American boss who managed to engineer a business trip to London his week - the very same week that his beloved Patriots plays at Wembley

He asked me whether the roof will be on at Wembley on Sunday? any ideas?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 24, 2012, 12:46:45 PM
I'm not going, but had a great time last year.

Have fun those that are going (except the Patriots fans)....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 28, 2012, 04:35:29 PM
No bloody Red Zone for the early game... the Rams better at least make a game of it.

They just interviewed someone who claimed that he had "been a St Louis fan for at least 25 years". Errr...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 28, 2012, 10:14:00 PM
Well, the booing of the Pats didn't last long LOL.
Heading home from Wembley now. My brother is a Rams fans, myself and my missus are Patriots. We're going easy on the poor guy...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2012, 09:28:20 AM
Well...... I suppose that the Rams did OK for the first minute or so. After that, it was one-way traffic.

Whilst it was good to see the Patriots win, a more competitive game would have been nice.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2012, 09:30:21 AM
No bloody Red Zone for the early game... the Rams better at least make a game of it.

They just interviewed someone who claimed that he had "been a St Louis fan for at least 25 years". Errr...

If he just said "St Louis", that's fine. He could have been a Cardinals fan before they moved. However if he was claiming to have been a St Louis Rams fan for 25 years, that's different.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 29, 2012, 10:27:49 AM
No bloody Red Zone for the early game... the Rams better at least make a game of it.

They just interviewed someone who claimed that he had "been a St Louis fan for at least 25 years". Errr...
If he just said "St Louis", that's fine. He could have been a Cardinals fan before they moved. However if he was claiming to have been a St Louis Rams fan for 25 years, that's different.
He could also, like my brother, have been a Rams fan for 25 years, having followed them from Los Angeles. Just not a St Louis Rams fan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2012, 10:37:36 AM
DaveD

Did you go in the FanZone/Tailgate thingy ?

It was even worse than previous years. The crowds and queues were ridiculous and the stewards way too "jobsworth". A guy in a wheelchair asked to be let out of the emergency exit but the steward said that he had to fight his way through the crowd to the opposite end of the enclosure and use the main exit.

Previously, we've at least seen some celebs on the demo-field. However this year, all we saw was 15 minutes of Neil from Sky commentating on blokes playing typical pissed-up, spin-round and try to run in a straight line games. This was followed by some absolutely abysmal rapper.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 29, 2012, 11:23:15 AM
DaveD

Did you go in the FanZone/Tailgate thingy ?

It was even worse than previous years. The crowds and queues were ridiculous and the stewards way too "jobsworth". A guy in a wheelchair asked to be let out of the emergency exit but the steward said that he had to fight his way through the crowd to the opposite end of the enclosure and use the main exit.

Previously, we've at least seen some celebs on the demo-field. However this year, all we saw was 15 minutes of Neil from Sky commentating on blokes playing typical pissed-up, spin-round and try to run in a straight line games. This was followed by some absolutely abysmal rapper.

Nah, I never bother. It always looks insanely crowded. I just head into the Club section and chill out at the bar.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2012, 06:54:19 PM
I can't find any video but Boris Johnson's speech was hilarious; especially the bit about American Football being derived from Rugby Union

(http://paimages.s3.amazonaws.com/categories/sport/480x385/14992196.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 01, 2012, 12:59:10 AM
Two games at Wemberleee in 2013.

Steelers @ Vikings on 29 September.

Indeed.  I will be combining a trip home to blighty with that one.  Let's hope there is a decent Villa game the same weekend (albeit in the Championship).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2012, 08:10:36 AM
Gobble Gooble Jive Turkey

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chico Hamilton III on November 01, 2012, 05:20:51 PM
There's talk of an NFL game being held at the Olympic Stadium.

Handy, I can see it from my office window
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2012, 09:48:17 PM
There's talk of an NFL game being held at the Olympic Stadium.

Handy, I can see it from my office window

Along with The Emirates, the OlyStad makes more sense than Wembley for any permanent London team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on November 02, 2012, 08:49:45 AM

Along with The Emirates, the OlyStad makes more sense than Wembley for any permanent London team

Indeeed it would be very funny if they put a NFL team in it and told West Ham to fuck off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on November 02, 2012, 03:59:39 PM
I think I heard the stat right but excuse me if I didn't, the chiefs set an unwanted record that was last achieved in 1929, they have not taken a lead in their last 27 games, that is quite rubbish even the blose take the lead sometimes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 03, 2012, 11:26:39 AM
Not sure if this is an interception or a fumble recovery

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Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 05, 2012, 01:22:53 AM
Steelers win a big one at the Giants today!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on November 05, 2012, 05:57:36 PM
Not sure if this is an interception or a fumble recovery

[ Invalid YouTube link ]

oh dear
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 11, 2012, 08:20:54 PM
One of the most surprising upsets in recent years yesterday as Texas A&M defeated Allerbamer.

This has really thrown the BCS matchup wide open. Notre Dame now have to favourites for one spot, probably against Oregon.

In the NFL, there's also currently a couple of upsets in the offing as the Falcons are behind against the Saints and the New York Football Giants are losing to the Bungles.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 12, 2012, 09:00:23 PM
Its difficult being a Raiders fan (new motto; "Commitment to Excrement"). Yesterday's performance was a new low.


For all NFL fans and Raiders fans in particular, I recommend an ESPN documentary currently available on Sky Anytime; "The Marinovich Project".

At the time, I thought that Todd was just a waster who failed to make the most of his talent. However, I've now got a new level of respect for the guy after seeing what he went through to make it to the NFL and how he's eventually got his life back on track. He's even been able to maintain a relationship with his father, which I'm not sure that I could have done in those circumstances.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2012, 03:41:14 PM
The BCS is now even more of a mess.

Oregon lost to Stanford yesterday, which although an upset, is at least one that could have been seen coming.

However, as for Baylor putting 52 points on Kanas State, that one came right out of the blue.

Notre Dame now look like a lock for the BCS game if they beat USC next week, maybe against whoever wins the SEC (which'll probably come down to a Georgia v Alabama championship game)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2012, 08:35:56 PM
I had a code for a free week of access to NFL's "Gamepass", so I thought I'd try it tonight.

Wow, Gamepass must be a real system hog, my laptop got so hot that I had to log off.

The PC plugged into my main TV is only an XP system with 3gb of RAM, so there's no way that'll handle it.

Therefore, I'm back to watching Redzone on Sky. Redzone is great on days like this where several games have reached the 4th quarter with only one score between the teams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 18, 2012, 09:33:38 PM
I had a code for a free week of access to NFL's "Gamepass", so I thought I'd try it tonight.

Wow, Gamepass must be a real system hog, my laptop got so hot that I had to log off.

The PC plugged into my main TV is only an XP system with 3gb of RAM, so there's no way that'll handle it.

Therefore, I'm back to watching Redzone on Sky. Redzone is great on days like this where several games have reached the 4th quarter with only one score between the teams.

Yeah started watching Red Zone last week. Really enjoyable. Not as enjoyable as seeing the Packers beat the Lions late today, but enjoyable nonetheless.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 23, 2012, 01:00:50 PM
Lions - Texans game was cracking - both teams tried their best to throw it away. I can't for the life of me think why the Lions twice decided to try and pass on 3rd downs in field goal range, rather than just trying to gain a yard or 2 on the run and ended up getting sacked back out of field goal range both times. That said, rough call for that touchdown to count, he was clearly down.

Lions should be out of play-off contention now really.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on November 26, 2012, 03:33:26 PM
For those interested in football (not proper football) north of the border the Toronto Argonauts beat the Calgary Stampeders in the 100th Grey Cup yesterday, Toronto deserved it and played good stuff plus Calgary choked, shame!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 27, 2012, 03:58:30 PM
For those interested in football (not proper football) north of the border the Toronto Argonauts beat the Calgary Stampeders in the 100th Grey Cup yesterday, Toronto deserved it and played good stuff plus Calgary choked, shame!

And so they should. The Argos were playing at home.

I meant to record the game but forgot.

Hopefully ESPNAmerica will be showing a replay later in the week
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 01, 2012, 08:11:36 PM
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher fatally shot his girlfriend Saturday, then drove to Arrowhead Stadium and committed suicide in front of his coach and general manager.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/8697360/kansas-city-chiefs-player-commits-suicide-team-facility
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 02, 2012, 12:52:55 AM
Fucking Hell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2012, 10:25:03 AM
Today's Chiefs game will go ahead but the planned protest against the ownership/coaching has been cancelled
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on December 02, 2012, 10:27:31 AM
A cancelled game (calling it a tie) would have been ok I feel as neither team will make the play-offs so therefore immaterial. 

Hard for KC players and staff to focus I'd think especially if some witnessed it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 03, 2012, 07:51:06 AM
Its Notre Dame versus Alabama for the BCS National Title.

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/8702724/bcs-bowl-schedule-northern-illinois-huskies-earn-orange-bowl-bid
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 04, 2012, 08:45:01 AM
B 3 - Bingo
Bobby Threesticks
R G Threesus

Whatever you want to call him, Robert Griffin III and the Redskins look like the real deal and could even make the playoffs after beating the New York Football Giants last night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 09, 2012, 12:56:32 PM
The Cowboys' Josh Brent has been charged with intoxicated manslaughter following the crash that killed his team mate Jerry Brown

http://espn.go.com/dallas/nfl/story/_/id/8726659/josh-brent-dallas-cowboys-arrested-intoxication-manslaughter-accident-kills-jerry-brown
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 10, 2012, 08:32:36 AM
Great comeback by the 'Skins last night after Bobby Threesticks went down injured.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on December 16, 2012, 12:48:56 PM
Yeah - nice to see one of the divisions have a race for the number one position.  Most seem clear cut now!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 16, 2012, 09:19:00 PM
RG III was inactive for the 'Skins but they still won. Combined with the Giants loss, this means that Washington is now in first place
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2012, 09:17:20 AM
I bet that this was a classic to watch

http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/boxscore?gameId=321216013

Chiefs 0, Raiders 15.................... on 5 Sebastian Janikowski Field Goals
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on December 19, 2012, 09:57:18 PM
followed the redskins since channel 4 started showing it with nicky horne. Glad to see them challenging again
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2012, 10:39:40 PM
followed the redskins since channel 4 started showing it with nicky horne. Glad to see them challenging again

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 20, 2012, 07:32:43 PM
Looks like the Bears have given it up in the run in again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 21, 2012, 08:40:50 AM
Looks like the Bears have given it up in the run in again.

Need to win both remaining games really.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2012, 08:59:44 AM
Standard (ie non-Club Level) ticket packages providing tickets for both 2013 games at Wemberlee are now on sale

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/event/3700495F9D5E3BBB

Individual game tickets go on sale in January
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on December 24, 2012, 04:16:59 PM
very tight nfc east, decider next week put back till later in the day. Redskins will know at kick off if they need a win to make the play offs. Tie break rules mean ny giants need a skins win to stand a chance
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 24, 2012, 06:31:45 PM
What's the chances of me finding a bar up an Alp that's showing the 'Skins game, especially if it gets "flexed" to prime time
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 24, 2012, 06:57:26 PM
The Racist Mascot vs Racist State showdown has been moved to be the late game, probably about 2.30am European time, 1.30 our time.

Thanks for fuck all yesterday 49ers. Bears play-off hopes depend on us winning and the Purple Penis Eaters losing to the Fudge Packers.

COME ON GREEN BAY! Eeuurgh... I feel dirty.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 26, 2012, 10:25:07 AM
Final day play-off scenarios including UK kick-off times (I haven't bothered to include ties in the scenarios as they virtually never happen):

AFC

HOUSTON (12-3, @ Colts, 18.00) are guaranteed minimum #3 seed.
They will take #1 seed if:
 they win OR
 they lose, Denver lose and New England lose
They will take #2 seed if:
 they lose, Denver win and New England lose OR
 they lose, Denver lose and New England win
They will take #3 seed if:
 they lose, Denver win and New England win

DENVER (12-3, vs Chiefs, 21.25) are guaranteed minimum #3 seed.
They will take #1 seed if:
 they win and Houston lose
They will take #2 seed if:
 they win and Houston win OR
 they lose and New England lose
They will take #3 seed if:
 they lose and New England win

NEW ENGLAND (11-4, vs Dolphins, 21.25) are guaranteed minimum #3 seed.
They will take #1 seed if:
 they win, Houston lose and Denver lose
They will take #2 seed if:
 they win, Houston win and Denver lose OR
 they win, Houston lose and Denver win
They will take #3 seed if:
 they lose OR
 they win, Houston win and Denver win

BALTIMORE (10-5, @ Bengals, 18.00) are guaranteed #4 seed and will host Indianapolis in Wildcard Round.

INDIANAPOLIS (10-5, vs Texans, 18.00) are guaranteed #5 seed and will travel to Baltimore in Wildcard Round.

CINCINNATI (9-6, vs Ravens, 18.00) are guaranteed #6 seed and will travel to #3 seed in Wildcard Round.

NFC

ATLANTA (13-2, vs Buccanneers, 18.00) are guaranteed #1 seed and will host lowest-remaining seed in Divisional Round.

GREEN BAY (11-4, @ Vikings, 21.25) are guaranteed minimum #3 seed.
They will take #2 seed if:
 they win OR
 they lose, San Francisco lose and Seattle lose
They will take #3 seed if:
 they lose, San Francisco win and Seattle win OR
 they lose, San Francisco win and Seattle lose OR
 they lose, San Francisco lose and Seattle win

SAN FRANCISCO (10-4-1, vs Cardinals, 21.25) are guaranteed minimum #5 seed.
They will take #2 seed if:
 they win and Green Bay lose
They will take #3 seed if:
 they win and Green Bay win OR
 they lose and Seattle lose
They will take #5 seed if:
 they lose and Seattle win

WASHINGTON (9-6, vs Cowboys, 01.20 - Monday)
They will take #4 seed if:
 they win
They will take #6 seed if:
 they lose, Minnesota lose and Chicago lose

SEATTLE (10-5, vs Rams, 21.25) are guaranteed minimum #5 seed.
They will take #2 seed if:
 they win, Green Bay lose and San Francisco lose
They will take #3 seed if:
 they win, Green Bay win and San Francisco lose
They will take #5 seed if:
 they lose OR
 San Francisco win

MINNESOTA (9-6, vs Packers, 21.25)
They will take #6 seed if:
 they win OR
 they lose, Chicago lose, NY Giants lose and Dallas lose

CHICAGO (9-6, @ Lions, 18.00)
They will take #6 seed if:
 they win and Minnesota lose

DALLAS (8-7, @ Redskins, 01.20 - Monday)
They will take #4 seed if:
 they win

NEW YORK GIANTS (8-7, vs Eagles, 18.00)
They will take #6 seed if:
 they win, Minnesota lose, Chicago lose and Dallas lose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 28, 2012, 12:39:08 PM
For those with ESPN, they're showing a Bo Jackson documentary this week as part of their "30 for 30 " series.



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 31, 2012, 03:55:09 PM
Well thank you Packers, you shower of bastards. On the brightside, we would only have got battered in the playoffs anyway.

After going 10-6 this might seem harsh. However, the fact remains that whenever we played a genuine contender, we lost. For the second year in a row we blew a great start to miss out on the playoffs and have now failed to make the playoffs in five of the past six seasons. And our offensive line is STILL shit.

Time for Lovie Smith to go.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 31, 2012, 04:00:22 PM
And as I was typing...!

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap1000000119943/article/lovie-smith-fired-by-chicago-bears

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 31, 2012, 04:12:24 PM
Also gone.........

Shumur from Browns
Crennel from Chiefs
Reid from Eagles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 31, 2012, 04:20:26 PM
Happy Black Monday!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 31, 2012, 04:26:16 PM
Jets fire their GM but not Rex
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on December 31, 2012, 05:42:51 PM
HAIL TO THE REDSKINS!!! At least one  part of my sporting interest is going right
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 31, 2012, 08:27:03 PM
Norv fired by the Chargers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 02, 2013, 08:53:20 AM
Reid's been at the Eagles for years, but could see that coming. The Chiefs were easily the worst NFL team this year, but I thought the Browns had improved a bit this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 02, 2013, 05:34:05 PM
Ray Lewis has announced his retirement

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/8803174/ray-lewis-baltimore-ravens-says-retiring-season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 03, 2013, 09:10:47 AM
How long do they have to wait before he can go in the Hall of Fame? He must be a certainty.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 03, 2013, 09:34:02 AM
Wonder if he'll become a coach, like Singletary?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 03, 2013, 11:36:27 AM


Been a long time, how is everyone?

Eagles: I think it's safe to say that we knew Reid was a dead man walking in week 1, was hated by fans for the last 16 weeks, but I still have a feeling us Eagles fans will regret this.  Was he a pain? yes.  Could he manage a clock? no.  But is there a better option (who wants the job)? I don't think so.

Ray Lewis:  Decided to kill his career, which is better than when he decided to kill those people that one time.  No, seriously, I love Ray Lewis.  He is from the U.  And let's be honest, if Ray Lewis had to kill you, you shouldn't have attacked him.  Don't get mad at the Lion when he eats your dog kind of thing. BUT, if you think he is ever coaching an NFL team you are probably confusing him with some other "Ray Lewis" or something...

Bo Jackson: AMAZING 30 for 30 film.  My father took me to see Bo play the Yankees when I was like 10.  I remember he was REALLY excited about it.  I also remember we sat in the upper deck and the woman behind us said "That guy is so big, he looks like he should play football!" (so, the point it, if you are still reading this, is that this man was the size of the freaking Juggernaut, and it was evident from like 6 miles away). Bo knows the kitchen.


Playoffs: Even as an eagles fan, I have to say that I would love a Ravens/Redskins superbowl.  I really REALLY like this RG3 kid.  Seems like not only a great player but a really good kid too.

Notre Dame vs. Alabma: I hate both teams.  I hate Notre Dame more.  In the USA, Notre Dame has a HUGE following.  Every ethnically Irish person loves them, combined with the fact that they have a network TV contract, combined with the condescending tone of the fans make them a polarizing team.  I am on the Anti-Notre Dame end.  Don't get it twisted, Notre Dame fans are probably more biggoted than Alabma fans (see catholics vs. convicts, catholics vs. cousins, or any other lame motto they throw on a t-shirt that highlights that they are rich and white and they are playing black kids, rednecks, etc..). I also dislike Alabama, because when I was in 6th grade they beat the U for a National Championship.  Maybe we will get lucky and both team buses will crash...  Into each other.




Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 08, 2013, 07:48:13 PM
Annoyingly stayed up to watch the national championship game.

Shows the rating system is a farce. Notre Dame are a decent side, but wouldn't beat the majority of SEC sides
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2013, 09:27:43 AM
Annoyingly stayed up to watch the national championship game.

Shows the rating system is a farce. Notre Dame are a decent side, but wouldn't beat the majority of SEC sides

I recorded the game but when I saw that it was an easy win for Bamber I didn't bother watching it.

In NFL news, RGIII is set to have surgery on his wrecked knee. There's a chance that he could be ready for next season

http://espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs/2012/story/_/id/8827480/sources-robert-griffin-iii-washington-redskins-acl-lcl-surgery-ready-opener
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2013, 02:36:56 PM
Just got 6 tickets for the Steelers vs Vikings game at Wembley in September.

I hope there is a decent Villa game around that time as well, knowing my luck it will be international break.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2013, 01:03:19 PM
Just got 6 tickets for the Steelers vs Vikings game at Wembley in September.

I hope there is a decent Villa game around that time as well, knowing my luck it will be international break.

May go, have a friend who supports the Steelers and the Vikes are divisional rivals.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 11, 2013, 10:49:58 PM
Just got 6 tickets for the Steelers vs Vikings game at Wembley in September.

I hope there is a decent Villa game around that time as well, knowing my luck it will be international break.

May go, have a friend who supports the Steelers and the Vikes are divisional rivals.

I'll be doing the 49ers game with a mate from work. She is a 49ers fan and she came to the Bears match last time around so said I would reciprocate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 12, 2013, 11:39:35 AM
The steelers got the Wembley game?

Aren't there already too many front runner steelers fans?  Do we really need to create even more on a different continent?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 12, 2013, 08:18:46 PM
The steelers got the Wembley game?

Aren't there already too many front runner steelers fans?  Do we really need to create even more on a different continent?

Steelers are the away team officially, but you know that won't be the case inside Wembley.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on January 13, 2013, 12:19:23 PM
The broncos ravens game was amazingly entertaining last night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2013, 09:15:45 PM
This weekend has had some of the best games that I've seen for a while.

The finish to the Seahawks @ Falcons game was right up there with yesterday's games
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: puppyfeat on January 13, 2013, 09:27:23 PM
The broncos ravens game was amazingly entertaining last night.
You got that right. It had pretty much everything. One of the best I've ever seen.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 13, 2013, 10:30:09 PM
This Texans - Patriots game is pretty good right from the KO.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 13, 2013, 11:52:13 PM
Three cracking games then the bloody Patriots arrive to spoil everything as usual. C'mon Houston, make a game of it!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 14, 2013, 12:10:34 AM
Brady is tearing new assholes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 14, 2013, 12:29:33 AM
Houston back in it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 14, 2013, 01:24:11 PM
Now supporting anyone but the Patriots, now that the Packers are out.

Think the 49ers may be the best team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 14, 2013, 01:52:43 PM
Now supporting anyone but the Patriots, now that the Packers are out.

Think the 49ers may be the best team
Well I'm a Patriots supporter, but I agree with you, 49ers look team most likely to me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 14, 2013, 02:38:17 PM
Now supporting anyone but the Patriots, now that the Packers are out.

Anyone but the Patriots or the Ravens - which will make the AFC championship game tricky for me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on January 14, 2013, 06:05:56 PM
The broncos ravens game was amazingly entertaining last night.

This
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 17, 2013, 10:27:52 AM
reason #20398 to hate Notre Dame

As you may know, Monti Teo's dead girlfriend never actually existed...

As you may not know (and isn't being reported), he was in on it...

http://deadspin.com/5976517/manti-teos-dead-girlfriend-the-most-heartbreaking-and-inspirational-story-of-the-college-football-season-is-a-hoax
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 17, 2013, 12:33:59 PM
........... and Deadspin's where I go before I check Grantland (great minds and all that.............)

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 18, 2013, 09:38:25 PM
reason #20398 to hate Notre Dame

As you may know, Monti Teo's dead girlfriend never actually existed...

As you may not know (and isn't being reported), he was in on it...

http://deadspin.com/5976517/manti-teos-dead-girlfriend-the-most-heartbreaking-and-inspirational-story-of-the-college-football-season-is-a-hoax

Either Teo was in on the hoax all along or his "Girlfriend" was only someone that he communicated with online (and thus he was being duped).

http://deadspin.com/5977167/what-did-manti-teo-say-about-his-dead-girlfriend-after-hed-learned-she-wasnt-real
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2013, 08:50:59 AM
Its the "Har-Bowl"

Jim Harbaugh's 49ers against John Harbaugh's Ravens
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 22, 2013, 06:06:28 PM
Its the "Har-Bowl"

Jim Harbaugh's 49ers against John Harbaugh's Ravens

Might be the first SuperBowl I don't watch in 20 odd years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 22, 2013, 06:38:01 PM
2 of the 4 teams I've seen in the flesh in the Superbowl.
Has to be the 49ers for me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 22, 2013, 06:41:31 PM
Its the "Har-Bowl"

Jim Harbaugh's 49ers against John Harbaugh's Ravens

Might be the first SuperBowl I don't watch in 20 odd years.

I don't like Green Bay or Pittsburgh. I sat through that, you can sit through this!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2013, 07:03:10 PM
Superbowl in the Aussie bar, great stuff. Thank God the New England Man Uniteds aren't in it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 22, 2013, 10:26:45 PM
Superbowl in the Aussie bar, great stuff. Thank God the New England Man Uniteds aren't in it
I have been meaning to ask who the Villa equivalent was in the NFL - but on recent form it might be the Raiders!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 23, 2013, 04:38:29 AM
Superbowl in the Aussie bar, great stuff. Thank God the New England Man Uniteds aren't in it
I have been meaning to ask who the Villa equivalent was in the NFL - but on recent form it might be the Raiders!
Cleveland Browns or Oakland Raiders, both working class teams with good history, but utterly shite in recent years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2013, 09:00:11 AM
Superbowl in the Aussie bar, great stuff. Thank God the New England Man Uniteds aren't in it
I have been meaning to ask who the Villa equivalent was in the NFL - but on recent form it might be the Raiders!
Cleveland Browns or Oakland Raiders, both working class teams with good history, but utterly shite in recent years.

One of the reasons why I support the Bears, they remind me of Villa. A better history than any other team and basically set up the league; but other than 1 bright spot in the 1980s not really been great since.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2013, 09:53:42 AM
One of the reasons why I support the Bears, they remind me of Villa. A better history than any other team and basically set up the league; but other than 1 bright spot in the 1980s not really been great since.


Is this the "bright spot" you're referring to ?

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2013, 11:42:11 AM
The Pontiac Silverdome is not looking too good these days

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/18cb6e5iwvjjepng/xlarge.png)

http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/news/region/oakland_county/chopper-7-video-appears-to-show-heavy-damage-to-silverdome-roof
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2013, 02:04:10 PM
Did Bill Callahan throw Superbowl XXXVII ?

http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/ex-raiders-claim-coach-lost-super-bowl-xxxvii-purpose-article-1.1245520
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 23, 2013, 08:11:40 PM
Just finished watching Sunday's game (having avoided the score ala The Likely Lads) - really chuffed for the niners, certainly makes up for last nights shower of shite.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 25, 2013, 11:57:00 AM
I'm flying to San Fran next Sept. Was hoping to catch a home fixture on the opening weekend.  If 49ers win Superbowl however they'll play the opening fixture which would be the Thursday before I assume  - bah! 
Don't mind who wins it - 49ers have never lost a Superbowl have they?  Be nice for Ray Lewis to go out with a win too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2013, 12:51:12 PM
I'm flying to San Fran next Sept. Was hoping to catch a home fixture on the opening weekend.  If 49ers win Superbowl however they'll play the opening fixture which would be the Thursday before I assume  - bah! 
Don't mind who wins it - 49ers have never lost a Superbowl have they?  Be nice for Ray Lewis to go out with a win too.


Yes, I'm in the strange position of not really minding who wins. It's not the Packers or worse still the Patriots, so all is well with the NFL world.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2013, 01:36:17 PM
Be nice for Ray Lewis to go out with a win too.


Why ?

http://www.grantland.com/blog/the-triangle/post/_/id/47958/remembering-the-ray-lewis-controversy

Quote
June 5, 2000 — Lewis agrees to a plea bargain — his murder and aggravated assault charges are dropped in exchange for his testimony against Sweeting and Oakley. As part of the deal, he also pleads guilty to obstruction of justice (for telling people in his limo to keep quiet) and receives a year of probation.

June 6, 2000 — Lewis takes the stand and testifies against Oakley and Sweeting. A full transcript of that day’s court proceedings can be found here.

June 13, 2000 — Facing a life sentence, Joseph Sweeting and Reginald Oakley are acquitted of murder and assault charges after the jury deliberated for less than five hours.

August 17, 2000 — NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue fines Lewis $250,000 for obstructing the police investigation. That amount is believed to be the largest fine for an NFL player in cases not involving substance abuse. Tagliabue adds that Lewis will be fined another $250,000 and subject to suspension if he violates his probation.

2003 — Gladys Robinson, Baker’s grandmother, sues Lewis for $10 million. She and Lewis reach an undisclosed settlement.

2004 — The family of Kellye Smith, Richard Lollar's then-fiancé who was pregnant at the time, sues Lewis (on behalf of her and Lollar’s daughter) for $13 million. They also reach a settlement, which includes a confidentiality clause.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 30, 2013, 02:35:47 PM
Ray Lewis linked to performance enhancing drugs again. However, its the NFL, so no one cares

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20130129/the-strange-lab-that-lured-numerous-athletes/#all
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 31, 2013, 12:13:46 PM
Not a fan of Ray Lewis then?

My Superbowl programme has arrived today apparently so will have a good old read later!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2013, 01:43:45 PM
Lewis seems to get a pass from the media for his involvement with the murders and his PED connections. Added to that is his reborn, holier than thou attitude...... Plus there's that stupid dance

its difficult for me as a Raiders fan to back the Niners but I will be tomorrow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2013, 09:20:57 PM
No watching the Superduperbowl for me this year. Just realised it's this weekend and i've got to be at 5.30am Monday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2013, 09:25:16 PM
No watching the Superduperbowl for me this year. Just realised it's this weekend and i've got to be at 5.30am Monday.

"Got to be" what ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2013, 09:25:51 PM
Just be man, just be.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brend'Watkins on February 03, 2013, 11:29:16 PM
Justis watched the National anthem for the Super Bowl. Seriously, what the fuck? Is cringe worthy a sport on it's own in the states?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 03, 2013, 11:44:43 PM
Still not as shit as "God Save the Queen".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2013, 07:53:56 AM
Justis watched the National anthem for the Super Bowl. Seriously, what the fuck? Is cringe worthy a sport on it's own in the states?

If you want cringeworthy, try being at Yankee Stadium for "God Bless America".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2013, 07:54:41 AM
Still not as shit as "God Save the Queen".

Exactly, I detest that song.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 04, 2013, 09:44:49 AM
Anyway... the Superbowl was fucking immense!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2013, 10:49:08 AM
Anyway... the Superbowl was fucking immense!

First time ever that I haven't watched life or at least watched the game "as live" before heading to work.

I've only had time to see the highlights
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 04, 2013, 08:02:47 PM
Come on guys.  First time I've had to google the result the day after.
Nobody into the Ravens, then?

I was watching it until the lights went out and saw that incredible bit where the guy at one end caught a kick off from the other end and then ran through everybody to take the ball back to where it started.  That was a bit special.

Looking at the result I'd say that the 49ers were the ones who gained the most from the delay as they were left for dead just before the 'power outage'. They managed to regroup and come back but justice was done, just about, for the final score.

Up the Ravens!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 04, 2013, 08:35:33 PM
I don't mind the Ravens. Would've preferred to see the Niners win as I generally back the NFC team in the Superbowl but either would've been deserving champions. Mainly pleased that it was a thrilling game as it looked as good as over till... well, when you went to bed Lou!

Just delighted that neither the Fudge Packers or the Cheatriots made it.

Bears to win it all next year hopefully (yeah right...).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 04, 2013, 09:12:15 PM
My work colleague is a niners fan. I probably supported them more in this one then the others because of it.

I only saw the 2nd quarter live. Turned it onto something else for the HT show and flicked to check the score before sleeping and the lights were already out. When I realised we weren't going to have a repeat of the last time people were in the Superdome in the dark, and the BBC were not going to put the score up in anyway, I turned the telly off and found out the result in the morning.

They almost repeated the Falcons match but had left themselves too much to do, although it would have been funny if the failed 2nd quarter field goal fake would have made the difference.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2013, 09:35:23 PM

Bears to win it all next year hopefully (yeah right...).

Yep, right after the Cubs win the World Series
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: midnite on February 04, 2013, 09:55:37 PM
It was a fantastic superbowl. Really enjoyed it. Getting the girlfriend into watching it now too. Some great plays. The 108 yard return was incredible!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 05, 2013, 12:17:42 AM
I was watching it until the lights went out and saw that incredible bit where the guy at one end caught a kick off from the other end and then ran through everybody to take the ball back to where it started.  That was a bit special.

He ran 108 yards in 11 seconds (probably less on an accurate clock), with a couple of side steps and full padding on.  Now that is impressive and shows you what kind of athletes some of those guys are.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 05, 2013, 11:08:31 AM
Kick-offs like that are great and all the more reason why they shouldn't have changed the kick-offs to make them more boring!

Spoke to a Niners fan who is mates with a Ravens fan. Whoever's team lost had to get a tattoo of the winners....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 05, 2013, 01:06:10 PM
Kick-offs like that are great and all the more reason why they shouldn't have changed the kick-offs to make them more boring!



There's now a suggestion that kick-offs will be scrapped altogether and replaced with a "4th and 15" scenario.  The team would them have to choose whether to take the safe option and punt or try to make the 15 yards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 05, 2013, 01:09:41 PM
They really do hate kickers in the NFL....

I always thought that special teams added an interesting extra dimension to the game myself.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: midnite on February 05, 2013, 01:36:58 PM
Kick-offs like that are great and all the more reason why they shouldn't have changed the kick-offs to make them more boring!



There's now a suggestion that kick-offs will be scrapped altogether and replaced with a "4th and 15" scenario.  The team would them have to choose whether to take the safe option and punt or try to make the 15 yards.

Yeah really hope this doesn't happen. It's an integral part of the game. They changed it once to make it safer. Why change it and remove it all together?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 05, 2013, 09:25:08 PM
I don't mind the Ravens. Would've preferred to see the Niners win as I generally back the NFC team in the Superbowl but either would've been deserving champions. Mainly pleased that it was a thrilling game as it looked as good as over till... well, when you went to bed Lou!


After some mature reflection with a glass of sauvignon blanc I have to agree that a closer game was probably more exciting than the rout it was turning out to be.

The 49ers.  What a romantic name.  Don't actually have a team I follow but I just choose a side on the Superbowl. My favourite player was the big guy on the Ravens with major facepaint.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 05, 2013, 09:26:37 PM
I was watching it until the lights went out and saw that incredible bit where the guy at one end caught a kick off from the other end and then ran through everybody to take the ball back to where it started.  That was a bit special.

He ran 108 yards in 11 seconds (probably less on an accurate clock), with a couple of side steps and full padding on.  No what is impressive and shows you what kind of athletes some of those guys are.

Hoping Villa could sign him.

Getting rid of kick-offs would really raise the question - how is this game still called football?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 05, 2013, 10:01:54 PM
I was watching it until the lights went out and saw that incredible bit where the guy at one end caught a kick off from the other end and then ran through everybody to take the ball back to where it started.  That was a bit special.

He ran 108 yards in 11 seconds (probably less on an accurate clock), with a couple of side steps and full padding on.  No what is impressive and shows you what kind of athletes some of those guys are.

Hoping Villa could sign him.

Getting rid of kick-offs would really raise the question - how is this game still called football?

Because as with Rugby, Gaelic and Aussie rules, you are playing the game without a horse.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 06, 2013, 07:39:11 AM

Because as with Rugby, Gaelic and Aussie rules, you are playing the game without a horse.

I'd never thought of it like that before, ie that the name could be because you play the game "on" your feet, rather than "with" your feet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 06, 2013, 08:57:39 AM
I don't mind the Ravens. Would've preferred to see the Niners win as I generally back the NFC team in the Superbowl but either would've been deserving champions. Mainly pleased that it was a thrilling game as it looked as good as over till... well, when you went to bed Lou!


After some mature reflection with a glass of sauvignon blanc I have to agree that a closer game was probably more exciting than the rout it was turning out to be.

The 49ers.  What a romantic name.  Don't actually have a team I follow but I just choose a side on the Superbowl. My favourite player was the big guy on the Ravens with major facepaint.

That's probably Ray Lewis? Wore the number 52 shirt and that was his last game before retirement.

Anyway, the Chicago Bears are the best team to support....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 06, 2013, 09:33:58 AM

The 49ers.  What a romantic name.  Don't actually have a team I follow but I just choose a side on the Superbowl. My favourite player was the big guy on the Ravens with major facepaint.

I suspect that was Ray Lewis. Read up about him, you might change your mind on that one.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 06, 2013, 06:42:36 PM

Because as with Rugby, Gaelic and Aussie rules, you are playing the game without a horse.

I'd never thought of it like that before, ie that the name could be because you play the game "on" your feet, rather than "with" your feet.

I'm sure I've read that somewhere. Not sure how true it is though. Although it is generally accepted that Football is a medieval word and there was definitely not much kicking involved in it, especially if you see that recreation that happens in those villages every year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 06, 2013, 07:10:09 PM
Looked him up. Yes it was him.  What a fount of inspiration, though, he's better than Cantona and his seagulls.
http://rollingout.com/entertainment/10-great-ray-lewis-quotes-that-will-change-your-life/10/

'Are you pissed off for greatness' and going for the next pedal will stay with me I think.

Just read the story of the murder trial though and it seems that he is supposed to know more about the incident than he has ever said in interviews or in court. Appears to have been rehabilitated since then, however, ending his career on a positive note.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on February 07, 2013, 08:41:57 PM
Caught a ticker on Fox last night about one of the 49ers family being killed in a car crash after the Super Bowl, can't see anything about who it was?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2013, 07:39:19 AM
Caught a ticker on Fox last night about one of the 49ers family being killed in a car crash after the Super Bowl, can't see anything about who it was?

Yep, I saw that on Deadspin



49ers Tight End Delanie Walker’s Aunt And Uncle Were Killed By A Drunk Driver The Morning After The Super Bowl (http://deadspin.com/5982176/49ers-tight-end-delanie-walkers-aunt-and-uncle-were-killed-by-a-drunk-driver-the-morning-after-the-super-bowl?tag=super-bowl-47)



(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/18dtrlx82nwhppng/original.png)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2013, 07:46:47 AM
I've been meaning to post this for a while.

JaDeveon Clowney is possibly the best player in College Football but the NFL regulations (which are clearly "restraint of trade") prevent him from turning pro.




He's old enough to serve in the military but the NFL deem that he's not allowed to play in their league.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on February 08, 2013, 09:02:31 AM
They should ban him on account of his stupid bloody name.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2013, 09:13:07 AM
They should ban him on account of his stupid bloody name.

Americans are like that. Often putting an unnecessary Ja, Le, L' or T' i front of first names. As if it wasn't bad enough that the kid's surname is "Clowney"
 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 08, 2013, 12:56:59 PM
My favourite being D'Brickashaw Ferguson
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 15, 2013, 10:23:44 PM
Latest news on the despicable Tim "Holier than thou" Tebow

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/14/tim-tebow-church-anti-gay-first-baptist-dallas_n_2687167.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000009
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 17, 2013, 07:53:56 PM
Already posted in some other thread... the Pope one maybe?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 17, 2013, 09:43:47 PM
Already posted in some other thread... the Pope one maybe?

Yep, Tebow pissed me off even more than normal, so I decided his latest nuttiness deserved to be double-threaded
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on March 03, 2013, 09:06:49 PM
http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2013/mar/02/lauren-silberman-female-kicker-nfl

It would have to be the Jets!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 04, 2013, 03:05:42 AM
She didn't do very well. She only managed to kick 19 yards. In fairness, she was injured.

I don't think even the Jets will be taking a punt (pun intended) on her.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on March 08, 2013, 11:14:06 AM
My Aussie cousin has a trail next week in Miami as part of the Michael Husted Kicking School. Apparently he's an excellent 'punter' and his coaches have put him forward to see if any NFL teams are interested. Strange thing is, he's never played that much American Football. Can anybody explain?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 08, 2013, 12:08:31 PM
My Aussie cousin has a trail next week in Miami as part of the Michael Husted Kicking School. Apparently he's an excellent 'punter' and his coaches have put him forward to see if any NFL teams are interested. Strange thing is, he's never played that much American Football. Can anybody explain?

If you're a punter then you just kick the ball out of your hands, as in Rugby League where on the 6th down you'd usually kick to the opposition. You're usually aiming to kick it so it either goes out of bounds at the sidelines, or be caught far back, preferrably in the 20 yard zone.

You don't really need to play in American Football for this, as you won't usually be touched by the opposition, or be asked to run or throw the ball yourself.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on March 08, 2013, 12:46:35 PM
So your 'job' is purely to hoof the ball as far as you can a couple of times a match?

Has Dunne applied?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 08, 2013, 12:51:33 PM
That Raiders' Punter Ray Guy isn't in the Hall of Fame is a traveshamockery
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 08, 2013, 12:57:13 PM
Oh and there are already former Aussie Rules players in the NFL I think. Also, Clive Allen was a Punter in the 1980s I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 08, 2013, 01:42:34 PM
Oh and there are already former Aussie Rules players in the NFL I think. Also, Clive Allen was a Punter in the 1980s I think.

Clive Allen played for the London Monarchs as a Kicker (rather than a Punter).

John Smith and later Mick Luckhurst were British kickers in the NFL. John Smith turned down a pro-soccer contract to try the NFL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on March 08, 2013, 01:49:39 PM
If only one or two people actually kick the thing, why is it called football?
Surely handegg would be better?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on March 08, 2013, 02:48:33 PM
Thanks, chaps.

I've never really taken an interest in American football, too much of a girls game if you ask me.

As you were.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on March 08, 2013, 04:26:16 PM
Ronan O'Gara was offered a contract by the Miami Dolphins years ago iirc.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on March 08, 2013, 04:36:23 PM
If only one or two people actually kick the thing, why is it called football?
Surely handegg would be better?

Someone cleverer than me said, possibly on this thread, that it is because it is played standing on your feet rather than on a horse
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on March 08, 2013, 04:41:28 PM
Thanks, chaps.

I've never really taken an interest in American football, too much of a girls game if you ask me.

As you were.

Is there a popcorn emoticon for this.
Actually I don''t think anyone here cares that much for it to become a full debate
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 08, 2013, 07:09:20 PM
So your 'job' is purely to hoof the ball as far as you can a couple of times a match?

Has Dunne applied?

Have you seen the amount of food on sale at most American sports? He'd never make it as far as the field.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 11, 2013, 02:59:13 PM
James Harrison releasd by the Steelers over the weekend.   A great player, but probably past his prime now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 11, 2013, 07:30:11 PM
James Harrison releasd by the Steelers over the weekend.   A great player, but probably past his prime now.

Also, his style wasn't suited to the new rules regarding dangerous hits/tackles.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rudy Can't Fail on March 11, 2013, 07:46:02 PM
My Aussie cousin has a trail next week in Miami as part of the Michael Husted Kicking School. Apparently he's an excellent 'punter' and his coaches have put him forward to see if any NFL teams are interested. Strange thing is, he's never played that much American Football. Can anybody explain?

If you're a punter then you just kick the ball out of your hands, as in Rugby League where on the 6th down you'd usually kick to the opposition. You're usually aiming to kick it so it either goes out of bounds at the sidelines, or be caught far back, preferrably in the 20 yard zone.

You don't really need to play in American Football for this, as you won't usually be touched by the opposition, or be asked to run or throw the ball yourself.

Well after two days trail he's been invited back for the final day. Apparently there are former NFL players there trying to get a contract. One asked my cousin how long he'd been playing and apparently he was left speechless when cousin replied "Eleven weeks".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 14, 2013, 07:36:07 AM
Wes Welker has left the Patriots to sign a two year deal with the Broncos
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 14, 2013, 12:48:36 PM
Wes Welker has left the Patriots to sign a two year deal with the Broncos

Glad he's gone from the Pats, but the Broncos clearly loading up for a Superbowl run this year, which could be Peyton's last chance.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 21, 2013, 06:41:54 AM
No more Brian Urlacher in Chicago. The end of an era.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 21, 2013, 07:38:41 AM
Ed Reed's also left the Ravens
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 17, 2013, 08:28:19 AM
Pat Summerall, dead at 82

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/9179704/legendary-broadcaster-pat-summerall-dies-82-ofcardiac-arrest
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 18, 2013, 01:07:15 PM
Just a week until the start of the draft.

The experts have all gone for different people for Da Bears first draft pick. Have to say I hope we don't pick Tyler Eifert, as we've already bought one tight-end to catch the ball, using another one for a first round pick seems like a waste.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 18, 2013, 02:07:14 PM
We'll either trade down or go for a linebacker with our first pick. I don't think it will be the Phantom Girlfriend Killer though, contrary to some rumours. 

He'll go to Minnesota I reckon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 18, 2013, 09:50:42 PM
There's some great names in US sport, but this year's NFL Draft features the best ever...... ever !

Tipped to go in the first round..... I give you.........   Barkevious Mingo !!

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2013/profiles/barkevious-mingo?id=2540140
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 19, 2013, 08:29:43 AM
Isn't there a British discus thrower in the draft this year? Okoye or something, sure I read about it in The Grauniad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 19, 2013, 08:54:30 AM
Isn't there a British discus thrower in the draft this year? Okoye or something, sure I read about it in The Grauniad.

There is indeed. He's supposed to go in the draft. Think he'll be a defensive end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 19, 2013, 09:15:03 AM
I think the schedules for the NFL are out today - well I have the schedule for who Da Bears are playing anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 19, 2013, 12:41:40 PM
I think the schedules for the NFL are out today - well I have the schedule for who Da Bears are playing anyway.

Talking of schedules...............

Rex Ryan acts like a jerk over MLB and the Baltimore Orioles not bending over to be shafted by the NFL

http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/jets/2013/04/rex-ryan-rants-against-baltimore-orioles-over-season-opener
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 19, 2013, 12:53:21 PM
What stands out in that article is that he calls his team the "World Champions". Who did they play in the rest of the World then?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 19, 2013, 01:57:19 PM
What stands out in that article is that he calls his team the "World Champions". Who did they play in the rest of the World then?

Ryan is coach of the Jets not the Ravens, but I get your point.

Please remember that the fact that the NFL and MLB winners are called "World Champions" is not because of some sponsorship deal (that's a debunked urban myth) but because Americans ARE that arrogant.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 19, 2013, 09:25:37 PM
I still count Villa as 1887 World Champions on the basis we won the Cup then beat the Scottish Cup winners the week after. Ok, we didn't beat any foreign teams but if we had done, we'd have won about 25-0.

Anyway... quite pleased with Da Bears' schedule. We have back-to-back home games to start, and we play the Fudge Packers the week after our bye-week, and in week seventeen, when there is always a chance they'll have already qualified for the play-offs and be resting players.

Disappointed in the NFL for, yet again, inflicting Shitroit and the Cowgirls on the television public on Thanksgiving Day. Some traditions should be allowed to die.

I think Baltimore have had to sacrifice the traditional home-opener for the Intergalactic Champions as there is a rounders game in the city the same day. They open up with a Thursday night trip to 1.6 Kilometres High, which should be a decent game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 26, 2013, 10:21:09 AM
The team formerly known as Cleveland Villa took Barkevious Mingo with their first round pick

http://espn.go.com/blog/afcnorth/post/_/id/69279/browns-select-barkevious-mingo-at-no-6
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 26, 2013, 10:23:03 AM
No one picked Manti Te'o in the first round. Its a shame that his dead imaginary girlfriend is no longer around to console him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on April 26, 2013, 04:28:22 PM
The team formerly known as Cleveland Villa took Barkevious Mingo with their first round pick

http://espn.go.com/blog/afcnorth/post/_/id/69279/browns-select-barkevious-mingo-at-no-6

What a superb name, I can't believe how much hype ESPN put into the draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 26, 2013, 05:39:00 PM
Sky had the NFL Network's coverage, so we missed out on Mel Kiper
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 26, 2013, 08:16:23 PM
Te'o!
Teeee'o!
Daylight come and he's still not picked.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 27, 2013, 08:10:18 AM
The Raiders take Menelik Watson from Manchester with their second round pick

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/raiders-select-watson-42nd-overall-pick-233445486.html

Te'o picked by the Chargers.

Geno Smith picked by the gets, which probably spells the end for Mark Sanchez
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 27, 2013, 07:29:00 PM
They love a good quarterback controversy in Joisey.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on April 28, 2013, 09:41:20 AM
How are the 49ers looking in the draft Mr Sox?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 28, 2013, 10:31:10 AM
How are the 49ers looking in the draft Mr Sox?

http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/draft/teams/_/team/sfo/year/2013/san-francisco-49ers

No big names amongst their picks. However, the same could be said of the 2013 draft as a whole.

The two biggest names in the draft being T'eo and Mingo, but they're not well known because of their college play or NFL potential. T'eo's known for the whole imaginary dead girlfriend thing and Mingo becuase he has THE GREATEST NAME IN THE HISTORY OF SPORT !!



The best college player wasn't even able to enter this year's draft because of the NFL's age restrictions which would be illegal anywhere else.



There was even talk that Jadeveon Clowney (candidate for the second best name ever) would sit out the 2013 College Football season to protect against injury. However, it looks like he'll play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on April 28, 2013, 11:49:01 AM
Did any of the Brits get drafted?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 28, 2013, 12:38:43 PM
Did any of the Brits get drafted?

The Raiders took Watson (see above)

Lawrence Okoye wasn't drafted but signed as a free agent with the 49ers (he doesn't seem to be related to Christian "The Nigerian Nightmare" Okoye)

Tom Wort wasn't drafted but is in negotiations with the Titans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 28, 2013, 02:15:56 PM
Wort's now signed for the Tits, according to the Torygraph.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 30, 2013, 09:57:00 AM
Goodbye, good riddance and don't come back

Let's up this is the last we see of Tebow in the NFL

http://espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/story/_/id/9222870/new-york-jets-cut-tim-tebow
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on April 30, 2013, 06:10:59 PM
Goodbye, good riddance and don't come back

Let's up this is the last we see of Tebow in the NFL

http://espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/story/_/id/9222870/new-york-jets-cut-tim-tebow

so where will he go and what happens with his contract, do the Jets still pay him to sit on his backside?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 01, 2013, 08:59:53 AM
Hopefully he'll be a reserve for a CFL side (Montreal I think it was) and we'll never have to hear from him again.

Bastards in the draft, just because Da Bears needed offensive linemen desparately, everybody else picked them!  ;)

I loved watching the draft, it was like the Royal Rumble, waiting for who would come in next. Also liked when 5 of the first 10 picks were offensive linemen, the pundit said "I told you 6 of the top 12 would be fatties".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 02, 2013, 01:14:30 AM
The video in the link below, detailing Tebow's Jets career via the medium of Taiwanese cartoon, made me laugh.

Buggered if I know how to embed though on my phone, sorry.



http://msn.foxsports.com/lacesout/tebows-career-in-new-york-summed-up-in-hilarious-2-minute-animation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tebows-career-in-new-york-summed-up-in-hilarious-2-minute-animation



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 02, 2013, 09:58:25 AM
http://www.grantland.com/blog/the-triangle/post/_/id/60261/farewell-timothy-richard-tebow

Quote
Well, it's safe to say the Tim Tebow experiment in New York did not quite go as planned.

It took about two months for everyone involved to realize as much. Out of sheer misguided desperation, though, the Jets kept Tebow on the roster through the 2013 draft in the hopes of somehow trading Tebow and acquiring a draft pick.

When that didn't happen, the Jets wasted little time in releasing the former first-round pick. It didn't work because nothing with the Jets worked last year. Let's all move on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 24, 2013, 12:40:13 PM
No more Brian Urlacher in Chicago. The end of an era.

Urlacher decides to retire, rather than look for a new team

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/9303018/chicago-bears-linebacker-tradition-helps-ease-loss-brian-urlacher
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 24, 2013, 12:58:34 PM
He's had quite a few injuries in the last couple of seasons. Probably the best Bears player whilst I've been watching NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 12, 2013, 10:10:31 AM
Why-o-why-o-why ?

Bill, what are you doing ?

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/9365517/tim-tebow-signs-new-england-patriots-wears-no-5
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 12, 2013, 10:18:09 AM
Oh, just when you thought you couldn't dislike the Cheatriots any more...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 12, 2013, 10:49:38 AM
Kid at worked asked if I thought Tebow had been signed as the successor to Brady. I said "I hope so, Tebow is a bag of shit".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 12, 2013, 01:10:03 PM
Due to their proximity to Boston, the Patriots are nominally my second team.

The presence of Tim "Me and my family don't care if you already believe in God, you've got to worship our God in the same way we do" Tebow, will make me re-think that position.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 15, 2013, 08:17:10 PM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1000795_549650551748304_511664923_n.png)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on June 18, 2013, 12:17:11 PM
Don't get me wrong, I HATE the pats.

I also don't think Tebow is great, and I hate players that went to Florida instead of the ALMIGHTY U.

But I got to be honest, I don't understand why everyone hates Tebow.

It isn't because of the press, because the ONLY press I hear about tebow is people complaining that he gets too much press, not actual information.
The guy wants to play football.  He wants a career in football.  So does everyone playing at the college level.  Do people want him to stop playing and give up his career because "he's annoying"?

This is the NFL.  There are plenty of more annoying and worse players out there every week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 18, 2013, 03:20:40 PM
It's because he's an overhyped religious fundamentalist bigot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 20, 2013, 06:41:12 PM
Potentially bad news for the Patriots

Aaron Hernandez being linked to a homicide case. Police say that he "has not been ruled out as a suspect"

http://abcnews.go.com/US/aaron-hernandez-clear-sources-abc-news/story?id=19445131#.UcM-hPl1-wY
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on June 26, 2013, 07:33:33 PM
Yep.  More on this story http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2013/jun/26/aaron-hernandez-handcuffs-police-custody
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 26, 2013, 07:49:11 PM
There's already a gif of Hernandez being arrested

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/18s1ab6itu0l6gif/k-medium.gif)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 26, 2013, 07:57:55 PM
Here's the latest from the always entertaining New York Jets.

Yes, its time for video of Mark Sanchez'z arse !!

http://deadspin.com/mark-sanchezs-ass-apparently-made-an-appearance-at-boo-580634617
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 28, 2013, 06:01:37 PM
Hernandez now being linked to a previous double homicide

Boston Globe (http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2013/06/27/former-patriots-player-aaron-hernandez-probed-two-more-murders-law-enforcement-officials-say/6PSjR68RBpguwcxmlXe2oM/story.html)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 28, 2013, 06:16:09 PM
If he keeps this up he'll end up playing for the Bengals.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 28, 2013, 09:11:16 PM
If he keeps this up he'll end up playing for the Bengals.

Nah, just give it ten years and he'll be the face of the NFL

(http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/files/2013/06/Ray-Lewis-Aaron-Hernandez-Aaron-Hernandez-Murder-.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 04, 2013, 02:08:29 PM
Kirk Cousins makes Tim Tebow seem like Richard Dawkins or.... well......... me !!


Apparently God was meddling in the 2012 NFL draft (http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/dc-sports-bog/wp/2013/06/17/kirk-cousins-writes-about-the-redskins-and-the-draft/)

That's strange, I had God pegged as a "First Round Only" kinda guy. Surprising to see that he was still taking an interest when the Fourth Round took place.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 23, 2013, 04:41:45 PM
A little NFL quiz question that I liked:-

Name the 16 teams that finished the regular season with losing records (I got 14 of them).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 23, 2013, 04:52:33 PM
Stop playing Sporcle and do some work!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 23, 2013, 04:54:43 PM
Stop playing Sporcle and do some work!

Just because you don't know the answer...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on July 24, 2013, 07:10:27 AM
I got 14 as well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 24, 2013, 08:45:22 AM
I got 14 as well.

I could have sworn that the Cowboys had a losing record, their team was pants last year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 31, 2013, 09:54:59 AM
Good to see that Manning was acquitted of the main charge. However, its still doubtful that he'll be free in time to Quarterback the New York Giants in the coming NFL season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 05, 2013, 07:59:51 AM
Art Donovan, dead at 89

Regular on Letterman and many NFL documentaries

Not only do I have a copy of his book "Fatso", I also have a signed photo
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 10, 2013, 07:59:01 PM
Looks like Rob Ryan has taken a liking to the great food of New Orleans (http://deadspin.com/rob-ryan-large-and-in-charge-1087273983?utm_campaign=socialflow_deadspin_facebook&utm_source=deadspin_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on August 11, 2013, 03:01:03 AM
Looks like Rob Ryan has taken a liking to the great food of New Orleans (http://deadspin.com/rob-ryan-large-and-in-charge-1087273983?utm_campaign=socialflow_deadspin_facebook&utm_source=deadspin_facebook&utm_medium=socialflow)

Wow he is a big puppy
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 17, 2013, 11:54:44 AM
Wilbon on da Bears

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/9573437/130816-wilbon-bears-preseason-look
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 23, 2013, 08:54:15 PM
Is anyone else going to the two games at Wemberleee this season ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 23, 2013, 09:04:07 PM
ESPN caves to NFL pressure and pulls out of documentary about concussions

http://deadspin.com/report-nfl-pressured-espn-to-back-out-of-concussion-do-1187895031
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 23, 2013, 09:07:03 PM
Pussies.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on August 24, 2013, 03:53:43 AM
Is anyone else going to the two games at Wemberleee this season ?

Yes, coming over for the Steelers game and of course the Villa game the day before.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 24, 2013, 10:20:15 AM
The games fit in nicely with the Villa fixtures this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on August 27, 2013, 12:02:04 PM
another exciting NFL season on the way...

can't wait to see how ESPN caters the next 6 months to fantasy football ::yawn::
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 31, 2013, 05:25:22 PM
I can now reinstate the Patriots as my number two NFL team



Tim "Holier Than Thou" Tebow, cut by the Patriots (http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/9618882/tim-tebow-released-new-england-patriots-source)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 02, 2013, 08:51:47 AM
Grantland article on the problems of moving a team to London

http://www.grantland.com/story/_/id/9615240/nfl-targets-london-franchise
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 03, 2013, 02:27:25 AM
He raises a lot of good points.   I think it would leave a lot of people scratching their heads if this actually happens.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2013, 08:23:22 AM
I forgot to mention this last week but the NFL has settled the main "concussion" lawsuit

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/9633728/roger-goodell-defends-765-million-concussion-settlement
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 07, 2013, 01:22:05 AM
Sounds like Eurosport will be showing the Monday night games. Happy with that, much better than the non-recordable, non-downloadable red button shit from last year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 07, 2013, 09:51:40 AM
I'm planning on following the pigskin a lot more closely this year. Any recommendations for good websites for scores, schedules, news etc?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2013, 11:49:20 PM
I'm planning on following the pigskin a lot more closely this year. Any recommendations for good websites for scores, schedules, news etc?

si.com (http://si.com) now features Peter King and his MMQB columns

espn.com (http://espn.com) is my go to site for basic info. Its sister site grantland.com (http://grantland.com) will have longer articles, sometimes more stat-based and sometime humourous.

nfl.com (http://nfl.com) does great highlights of 5>10 mins per game

deadspin.com (http://deadspin.com) will keep you up to date with which players have been arrested.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 08, 2013, 04:28:35 PM
Cheers. Looking forward to first sky match tonight, the deep south derby.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2013, 09:03:24 AM
Have booked the Tuesday after the Monday night game between Da Bears and the Packers in November off work.

Our Offensive Line looked quite good, our Defence needs work though I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2013, 09:19:51 AM
Bills fans at yesterday's game against the Patriots

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BTptSW2IQAAVF9d.jpg)

The dumbass play by the Bucs that cost them the game against the Jets

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/18zk01drsed6xgif/ku-xlarge.gif)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2013, 09:21:48 AM
Clay Matthews did a similarly stupid thing against the 49ers for the Packers. Quarter-Back was going to be a few yards short of the first down, probably meaning a Field Goal and instead they had another play and got a Touchdown. Thank you Matthews, you idiot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2013, 11:17:54 AM
Clay Matthews did a similarly stupid thing against the 49ers for the Packers. Quarter-Back was going to be a few yards short of the first down, probably meaning a Field Goal and instead they had another play and got a Touchdown. Thank you Matthews, you idiot.

The commentators were trying to say that it wasn't too bad and that CMJ started to make the tackle while Kaepernick was in bounds.

Nope, it was waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay late

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/18zk5e349lmd0gif/ku-xlarge.gif)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2013, 11:25:54 AM
Apparently Matthews had been going on all week about how they were going to hit Kapernick. Glad he did  ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2013, 02:14:08 PM
Quick quiz question. Since 2000 onwards, what division is the only one where all 4 teams have reached the Superbowl?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 09, 2013, 03:10:07 PM
NFC West
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2013, 03:16:42 PM
Correct MV. I found that astonishing, as it's generally been seen as the weakest of the NFC divisions over the last 10 years I would say.

49ers and Seahawks now look like they have pretty good teams and I think the Rams are fast improving. The Cardinals still don't seem that great though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 09, 2013, 03:32:07 PM
It used to be a really crap division, 49ers apart, for much of the 90s. The Falcons and Saints were in it in those days though. What amazes me is that the Cardinals ever reached a Superbowl, they've never been better than mediocre whenever I've followed it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2013, 03:46:22 PM
They were pretty poor, but had a good QB in Kurt Warner and a couple of very good Wide Receivers. The oldest Franchise in American Football!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 09, 2013, 03:49:59 PM
With the longest championship drought!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 09, 2013, 03:52:07 PM
They've not got much in common with the original team though. Bears are still the oldest team never to have moved state. Packers are the oldest never to have moved city*.




* I think Green Bay is a city, city status doesn't seem to be a big issue to Americans like it is over here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2013, 10:29:33 AM
Recommended reading

http://www.amazon.co.uk/When-Football-Was-Chicago-Cardinals/dp/1572433175

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51y3edxkHoL._.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2013, 10:32:11 AM
Bring back the Dayton Triangles and the Kenosha Maroons
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2013, 11:08:21 AM
And us being called the Decatur Staleys....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2013, 11:56:06 AM
Did you see the recent documentary about Jim Thorpe on "PBS America"?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on September 10, 2013, 05:51:27 PM
So are the Bears liable to be any good this season?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2013, 08:53:07 AM
Depends what you mean when you ask if they'll be any good? They won't win the Superbowl, but it's possible they could get to the play-offs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 13, 2013, 09:01:43 AM
It's "Johnny Football" versus Alabamber on Saturday

http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/gametracker/preview/NCAAF_20130914_BAMA@TXAM

A win over 'Bama will set Manziel well on his way to a second straight Heisman Trophy
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 13, 2013, 09:49:31 AM
I'm assuming he's quite good then, mind you there seem to be loads of good Quarter-Backs in the NFL right now.

Cam Newton
Kapernick
That guy at the Seahawks
RG3
Luck

Not to mention Brees, Brady and the Mannings.

Oh and Rogers as well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 13, 2013, 10:01:38 AM
"Johnny Football" is most comparable to Russell Wilson (aka "that guy at the Seahawks" but with more flair and a lot less brains.

Newton's not really up to the standard of the other on your list.

Yep, that Manning bloke at Denver probably has a future in the game

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/0ap2000000239069/Week-1-Peyton-Manning-highlights

Meanwhile, the Patriots continue to win ugly

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/9667951/tom-brady-frustrated-new-england-patriots-sloppy-play-win-vs-new-york-jets
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 13, 2013, 10:25:09 AM
The joys of being in a Division that's always shite, can play crap and win both games. Colts haven't had great competition in the AFC South over the years either, although the Texans have been better over the last few years and I think the Titans are improving quickly.

The Jag's are still rubbish.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2013, 11:30:36 AM
The Washington naming controversy (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-24027457), again.

The call on Washington to change their nickname seems to get bigger every year. Should they change it? Personally, I think they should. If they'd chosen a racist word starting with "N" rather than one starting with "R" there's no way it would've lasted as long as their nickname has, why should it be any different?

If they do change what nickname/logo should they go for?  I think "Washington Warriors" sounds a bit shit, "Warthogs" would be cool but would probably put off Muslim fans!

They are running out of cool-sounding animals. Pythons, Rattlers, Crocs, maybe? I don't know if any of them are native to DC/Maryland though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2013, 11:38:11 AM
So are the Bears liable to be any good this season?

If, and it's a big "if", the offensive line can hold up and stop any of our major offensive stars getting injured then maybe. We have a tough division but I fancy us to finish above Minnesota and Detroit (who I think will be much-improved) and nick a wildcard spot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2013, 07:40:27 PM
The Washington naming controversy (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-24027457), again.

The call on Washington to change their nickname seems to get bigger every year. Should they change it? Personally, I think they should. If they'd chosen a racist word starting with "N" rather than one starting with "R" there's no way it would've lasted as long as their nickname has, why should it be any different?

If they do change what nickname/logo should they go for?  I think "Washington Warriors" sounds a bit shit, "Warthogs" would be cool but would probably put off Muslim fans!

They are running out of cool-sounding animals. Pythons, Rattlers, Crocs, maybe? I don't know if any of them are native to DC/Maryland though.

They could stay as the Redskins if they changed their logo

(http://mr-nethead.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Washington_Redskins_Helmet_improved.jpg)

How about..........

Washington Warmongers

DC Electrics


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on September 16, 2013, 02:24:47 PM
Can anyone tell me why none of the bears' players' helmets had the orange 'c' on the side of them when I tuned in yesterday?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 16, 2013, 02:55:42 PM
Can anyone tell me why none of the bears' players' helmets had the orange 'c' on the side of them when I tuned in yesterday?

"Throwback" uniform day

http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/grizzly-detail/Bears-to-Wear-1940s-Throwback-Jerseys-Sunday--223462011.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Yeltzer on September 17, 2013, 09:38:49 AM
Can anyone tell me why none of the bears' players' helmets had the orange 'c' on the side of them when I tuned in yesterday?

"Throwback" uniform day

http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/grizzly-detail/Bears-to-Wear-1940s-Throwback-Jerseys-Sunday--223462011.html

Cheers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 17, 2013, 10:13:22 AM
Steelers have their star Center (spelling it the American way pains me) out and Tight-End Heath Miller and apparently their back-ups are awful. Beginning to fancy the Bears going 3-0 now....  :)

Their running game has netted less yards than Alex Smith, the Kansas City Chief's QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 19, 2013, 08:34:07 AM
A return to LA for the NFL is being talked about again

Raiders, Rams, Chargers and Jaguars are apparently the teams in play; with probably two moving to LA

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Exclusive-Hollywood-Park-attracts-interest-from-NFLagain.html

One of these days it'll finally happen


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 19, 2013, 08:40:36 AM
They talk about it every year. Could maybe see the Jaguars moving, surely the Chargers and Raiders make quite a bit of money anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2013, 12:30:06 PM
The fact that the Jags are offering to play every year in London suggests they're looking to move. I hate relocation though. Any LA team should be an expansion team but I think 32 teams is about right.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on September 19, 2013, 06:17:46 PM
If they are so up for it why not chuck in the, I don't know, London Monarchs as an expansion team?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2013, 06:33:17 PM
A London team is under consideration though unlikely to happen for at least a decade, I'd have thought.

I prefer the Birmingham Squirrels anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on September 19, 2013, 07:06:35 PM
A London team is a truly horrible idea. But its coming I was guessing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 20, 2013, 03:47:45 PM
Have to say I'm very impressed with the job that Andy Reid has done with the Chiefs this season, they were the worst team in the NFL last year and are 3-0 starting this season. 2 of the wins have been against pretty decent opposition too (Eagles & Cowboys).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 22, 2013, 07:34:05 PM
Packers come from 14-0 down to lead 16-14 at half time at the Bengals, despite Aaron Rodgers unusually not being godlike
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 22, 2013, 07:41:06 PM
This NFL redzone is bloody good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 22, 2013, 09:20:10 PM
Pathetic defeat in the end
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 23, 2013, 12:52:19 AM
Hilarious defeat in the end

Fixed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 23, 2013, 08:08:33 AM
Bears start 3-0, hopefully this won't prove to be another false dawn. Impressed with Trestman so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on September 23, 2013, 06:56:22 PM
Bears start 3-0, hopefully this won't prove to be another false dawn. Impressed with Trestman so far.

His old team Montreal are falling apart without him, he is a good coach.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 23, 2013, 07:01:16 PM
What the hell has happened to the Steelers? They've been consistently good for years and now they are being humiliated by the likes of Chicago.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2013, 07:58:57 AM
Sunday's game at Wemberlee could be 0-0

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 24, 2013, 08:46:47 AM
The Steelers are missing their Center (American spelling) and have replaced him with a 'bloke off the street'. That's partly why their Offensive Line was terrible on Sunday night, although it definitely improved in the second half.

Also their main Running-Back was only fit enough to appear in a few snaps.

Tbh, the Bears should and would have won more comfortably, if not for just missing the ball on the Punt block attempt.

Peyton Manning was imperious again for the Broncos.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 24, 2013, 06:59:20 PM
What the hell has happened to the Steelers? They've been consistently good for years and now they are being humiliated by the likes of Chicago.

"The likes of" a team that finished 10-6 last year and are currently 3-0? Hardly a disgrace, really.

I take it you're still upset about the Fudge Packers' hilarious attempt at Fourth-and-Inches yesterday?

Nah, it was just a gentle wind up in response to cdbullyweefan cheekily changing my previous post, which I found funny.

What isn't funny though, and is actually offensive, is your homophobia
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2013, 11:22:39 PM
You're probably right. Very childish and happy to apologise. Still happy to be two games clear of you even though we'll inevitably fuck it up in about November as usual!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 29, 2013, 11:18:39 PM
The game at Wembley was good, it was just difficult to care as both sides were 0-3.

That's the problem the Wembley game has had, and will continue to have. No decent team is going to be willing to give up one of only 8 home games, so we'll be stuck with the likes of Jacksonville, St Louis, Oakland etc
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 30, 2013, 01:40:23 AM
Minnesota went 10-6 last year, made the playoffs and have the league's reigning MVP. The league can't be blamed for failing to guess that they'd start badly, they're not clairvoyants.

Oh, and the Bears were shite.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 30, 2013, 10:22:55 AM
The game at Wembley was good, it was just difficult to care as both sides were 0-3.

That's the problem the Wembley game has had, and will continue to have. No decent team is going to be willing to give up one of only 8 home games, so we'll be stuck with the likes of Jacksonville, St Louis, Oakland etc

Disagree with that.  They chose these two teams because they expected the Vikings to be good this year and the Steelers are consistently good every season - apart from this year obviously, but nobody could have predicted just how bad they would be.

I fully expected Villa to get thumped on Saturday and the Steelers to win last night.   As it turns out, I'm not disapointed with the reversal of fortunes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2013, 10:52:12 AM
Always thought the Vikings were the favourites last night. The Steelers' Offensive Line looks terrible this year (as it does for the New York Giants). Plus Ponder was injured for the Vikings, so they were always going to be better with Cassell at QB.

Surprised at how well the AFC is doing this year, in particular the AFC South and AFC West. Dolphins and Patriots in the East are doing okay as well. The AFC North looks like the weakest in the AFC this year.

The NFC East is a mess this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 30, 2013, 01:40:28 PM
The NFC East is a mess because they're all crap so one of the teams who wins it will probably be in the playoffs above a team who deserves it more. This is something that I find a bit unappealing about American sports, that if you're lucky enough to be in a weak division or have a favourable schedule you've got an unfair edge over some of your rivals. Home and away against every other team- McGregor's way is the best!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2013, 01:45:33 PM
I agree to some extent, although I like the fact that you get match-ups against teams that finished in an adjacent position to you in another division. So if you're 4th you play the 4th team in another division and likewise the top teams play each other. It tries to help the poorer teams to improve.

Suppose it would be dull if no one in your division was in the play-offs to cheer for/root against.

Just a shame that the NFC North is so tough this year, we got 10-6 last year and didn't make the play-offs. Even the Vikings aren't too shabby, in spite of Ponder being their starting Quarter-Back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 30, 2013, 02:21:03 PM
The game at Wembley was good, it was just difficult to care as both sides were 0-3.

That's the problem the Wembley game has had, and will continue to have. No decent team is going to be willing to give up one of only 8 home games, so we'll be stuck with the likes of Jacksonville, St Louis, Oakland etc

Oakland haven't been over yet. I love it if they did
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 30, 2013, 02:22:42 PM
Yesterday was the best game so far at Wembley.

The new "Yellow" card park down by the Quality Inn is a doddle to get in/out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2013, 02:26:04 PM
Yep, a pretty good game. The Steelers almost brought it back, but the better team won.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 30, 2013, 02:38:31 PM
Yep, a pretty good game. The Steelers almost brought it back, but the better team won.

The last Steelers drive was right in front of my End Zone seat. Exciting stuff.

Big Ben still has the body strength to swat defenders away but his passing accuracy has gone and his O Line leave him under too much pressure
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2013, 02:43:05 PM
I don't blame him, he was having to dodge 3 players before attempting each pass, dreadful O-Line. He was even trying to hold the ball with 2 hands so that he didn't fumble as well.

I love the comparisons between Big Ben (the Clock Tower) and Big Ben (Rothlisberger). Age 157 - 34, height 315 feet - 6'2" and so on.

Americans are more mad about stat's than I am.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 30, 2013, 05:14:50 PM
I'd much rather watch an exciting match between two 0-3 teams than a one-sided shitefest like New England Patriots vs [Insert load of shit team] that we've been subjected to a couple of times. Sadly, I'm not holding out much hope for the 49ers/Rams match-up in October.

I still wonder why they haven't played a game in Germany yet? They seemed a lot more passionate about NFL Europa Deutschland.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 30, 2013, 06:23:39 PM
I agree to some extent, although I like the fact that you get match-ups against teams that finished in an adjacent position to you in another division. So if you're 4th you play the 4th team in another division and likewise the top teams play each other. It tries to help the poorer teams to improve.

Suppose it would be dull if no one in your division was in the play-offs to cheer for/root against.

Just a shame that the NFC North is so tough this year, we got 10-6 last year and didn't make the play-offs. Even the Vikings aren't too shabby, in spite of Ponder being their starting Quarter-Back.

I didn't realise they did that with matching placings, that is a good idea. There's still a big advantage in being in a crap division though and vice versa as the Bears found to their cost last year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 30, 2013, 06:25:51 PM
We used to have a division with one rival that was always good (Packers), one that was always inconsistent (Vikings) and one that was always shite (Lions). Annoyingly, the Packers have remained good but the Lions have ceased being shite.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 30, 2013, 06:27:25 PM
I watched NFL red zone yesterday rather than full game and must say it was thoroughly enjoyable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 03, 2013, 12:32:29 PM
I watched NFL red zone yesterday rather than full game and must say it was thoroughly enjoyable.

Red Zone (especially in the 4th Quarter of the early games) is the best way to watch the NFL on TV
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 03, 2013, 12:45:31 PM
Yep, anyone who moans about the breaks in NFL should watch Redzone, it's amazing.

The only problem is that I do quite like watching a good punt.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on October 03, 2013, 02:58:35 PM


The only problem is that I do quite like watching a good punt.

Who doesn't?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2013, 09:29:10 PM
Patriots lose in a torrential downpour in Cincy.

Also, the Golden Boy's consecutive game touchdown throwing streak was ended at 52.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 07, 2013, 08:07:59 AM
500+ yards passing and then at the last gasp its Romo-being-Romo, throws an interception in his own half and hands the game on a plate to the Broncos
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 07, 2013, 10:51:45 AM
Always nice to see the Patriots lose.

Tough few games for my Bears, although we have 2 winnable games in the Giants and Redskins coming up and a bye week after that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2013, 01:05:40 PM
Yessssssssssssssssssssss..................... Raiders are coming to Wemberleeee next season.

Shame that they're crap

I've only just heard the news

Quote
The NFL will stage three games in London next year as it pushes towards having a franchise in the city.
The Jacksonville Jaguars, Atlanta Falcons and Oakland Raiders will all play 'home' games in 2014 at Wembley against opponents yet to be named.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2013, 01:26:30 PM
Would like to see another NFL game sometime, have to see if Chicago are playing any of those 3 teams next year.

Would fancy us to beat the Raiders and definitely the Jaguars, but be soundly beaten by the Falcons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2013, 06:56:46 PM
We're away to the Falcons next year, but don't play the other two.

http://www.pslsource.com/chicago_bears_future_schedule_of_opponents

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2013, 07:32:31 AM
Your Bears must be crap. They're the first team this season that's failed to score 30 against the New York Football Giants
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 11, 2013, 07:59:30 AM
Made it a lot closer than I would've liked, still, it'll do.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on October 12, 2013, 04:06:55 AM
Very sad news about Adrian Peterson's little boy, RIP.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on October 12, 2013, 01:57:36 PM
Very sad news about Adrian Peterson's little boy, RIP.

Yes. Difficult with any child let alone one who is only 2 living away from you with his mum and boyfriend. Then to find he's been beaten to death by the complete prick boyfriend is beyond tragic. He'll get his when he gets to jail.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 13, 2013, 03:25:57 PM
I've recently watched a couple of those "A Football Life" documentaries. Good stuff. A few observations: the Americans don't half love their schmaltz, the stirring soundtrack is unnecessary, Walter Payton was not what you'd call a team player (eg he was devastated when the Bears won the Super Bowl because he didn't score a TD) and Mike Ditka will do anything for money.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 13, 2013, 09:46:35 PM
"Why didn't Payton get the touchdown run?" is the Chicago equivalent of  "Why didn't Barry take the penalty?"

Meanwhile... will the Broncos get to 50 by half-time. However, credit to the Jags for giving it a go. They've already faked a punt and gone for it on 4th Down in their own half.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 16, 2013, 12:23:11 PM
In fairness to Ditka, they did give Payton a number of carries inside the opposition's ten yards, it just wasn't his day. Buddy Ryan, the defensive coach, deserves as much praise as Ditka for producing the '85 Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 16, 2013, 12:54:30 PM
I think the problem was that Payton carried a very poor Bears team for a number of years and even in 1985, he was far and away the main player in our offense.

It was felt that he really deserved a touchdown in the Superbowl, for all those years of shite that he put up with.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 19, 2013, 09:49:00 AM
Bum Phillips has died

http://blog.chron.com/ultimatetexans/2013/10/houston-icon-bum-phillips-dies/

Best remembered as Head Coach of the Oilers and Wade Phillips' dad

(Given his name, I decided against putting this in the main Deathwatch thread)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 21, 2013, 08:25:36 AM
Triple coverage ?............... That's no problem for Megatron !!

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/193tfsgln2tbagif/ku-xlarge.gif)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 21, 2013, 08:29:38 AM
After the way that the Colts' owner had been bad mouthing Peyton this week, I expected the Broncos to demolish the Colts.

I wasn't expecting an upset

http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=331020011
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 21, 2013, 08:31:14 AM
That was some game between the Chicago Bears and the Washington (soon to be) Warriors
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 21, 2013, 12:03:51 PM
That was some game between the Chicago Bears and the Washington (soon to be) Warriors

Neither defence covered themselves in glory, we looked better with McCown at QB, as Cutler was having an off day. I've been disappointed with our defensive line this season, although we've got a lot of injuries at the DT position.

Can't say I mind Washington, but they should change their name.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 21, 2013, 09:06:27 PM
I assume that its just me heading for Wemberleee Part 2 on Sunday to see the Jags get pummelled by the Niners
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 21, 2013, 09:10:55 PM
I'm going with a niners fan from work, she came down for the Bears game so I said I would reciprocate. I will be supporting the Jags.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2013, 08:55:56 AM
Come on Jags! (Niners will win, Jags are the worst team in the NFL right now).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2013, 09:05:40 AM
The New York Football Giants have actually gone and won a game. Albeit against the Vikings, who are now on their third QB of the season (they started Josh Freeman last night)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2013, 10:29:41 AM
Both teams might as well start trying to lose games now, to get a better draft pick.

Mind you the NFC East is probably still winnable!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2013, 01:14:16 PM
The Cheatriots at it again:-


http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000267502/article/ny-jets-warned-refs-about-patriots-fieldgoal-tactic

Funny that their cheating actually helped them to lose this time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2013, 02:30:47 PM
Cutler's out for a month

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/9858963/jay-cutler-chicago-bears-quarterback-least-four-weeks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2013, 02:55:33 PM
And vague rumours that he'll be released/traded at the end of the season. Apparently Trestman stopped his contract being renegotiated in the off season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 22, 2013, 06:58:09 PM
He's had his chance. Can't keep paying the NFL's answer to Darren Anderton megabucks. Will be very difficult to get a decent replacement AND sort out our leaky defence in one off-season though. Could be in for a few years of mediocrity.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2013, 10:44:26 PM
He's had his chance. Can't keep paying the NFL's answer to Darren Anderton megabucks. Will be very difficult to get a decent replacement AND sort out our leaky defence in one off-season though. Could be in for a few years of mediocrity.

Tebow's still out of work!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 23, 2013, 08:41:33 AM
There seem to be very good Quarter-Backs everywhere suddenly, every draft seems to produce about 3-4 gooduns.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 23, 2013, 07:26:23 PM
He's had his chance. Can't keep paying the NFL's answer to Darren Anderton megabucks. Will be very difficult to get a decent replacement AND sort out our leaky defence in one off-season though. Could be in for a few years of mediocrity.

Tebow's still out of work!

Don't even think it!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 24, 2013, 05:59:29 PM
Next season's Wembley games:

Dallas @ Jacksonville
Detroit @ Atlanta
Miami @ Oakland.

I expect raucous home support for the Jags, nobody likes the Cowboys do they?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 24, 2013, 08:03:56 PM
Which teams have not been to London yet?  Off the top of my head: Packers, Seahawks?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2013, 07:51:32 AM
Already played at Wemberleee (NB - current series only, not counting 1980's/1990's pre-season games)

Giants
Dolphins
Chargers
Saints
Pats
Bears
Bucs
Broncos
Niners
Rams
Steelers
Vikes

Announced as playing in the future

Jags
Falcons
Lions
Raiders
Cowboys

So that's just under half the teams still left

Bills
Ravens
Cardinals
Jets
Eagles
R******s
Titans
Chiefs
Packers
Panthers
Colts
Seahawks
Texans
Bengals
Browns
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 25, 2013, 09:00:41 AM
Hehe, I like what you've done with the Washington Palefaces....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 25, 2013, 10:10:40 AM
Next season's Wembley games:

Dallas @ Jacksonville
Detroit @ Atlanta
Miami @ Oakland.

I expect raucous home support for the Jags, nobody likes the Cowboys do they?

Head of the NFL UK called them "London's team" On that basis I expect the rest of the UK to support the Cowbys!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2013, 12:51:52 PM
Hehe, I like what you've done with the Washington Palefaces....

(http://antiracistresistance.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/fightingwhites1.png?w=243&h=154)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 27, 2013, 10:37:55 AM
I'm going with a niners fan from work, she came down for the Bears game so I said I would reciprocate. I will be supporting the Jags.

If you see a fat bald bloke in a Jim Kelly Bills jersey, call out because it'll probably be me
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 27, 2013, 06:18:03 PM
Wembley game predictably one sided so far
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 27, 2013, 09:33:23 PM
I'm going with a niners fan from work, she came down for the Bears game so I said I would reciprocate. I will be supporting the Jags.

If you see a fat bald bloke in a Jim Kelly Bills jersey, call out because it'll probably be me

Was looking around but didn't see you. Hope you had a decent journey back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 28, 2013, 12:08:56 AM
The Jags didn't even try to win. They were playing to run off as much time as possible.

Also, I don't think that I've ever been to a game where the only home team Quarterback jersey on show was the one actually being worn by the player himself
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 28, 2013, 04:50:09 AM
The Jags didn't even try to win. They were playing to run off as much time as possible.

Also, I don't think that I've ever been to a game where the only home team Quarterback jersey on show was the one actually being worn by the player himself

Surely that's the problem with an otherwise excellent draft system.

At this stage, the Jags know they ain't getting anything out of the season, so why win some games and give up a no 1 pick?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 28, 2013, 08:56:36 AM
Think they will be thinking about the number one draft pick already. I would imagine they'll go for either a QB or an Offensive Lineman.

I was explaining to my riveted girlfriend that the Jag's should be a better team in the future Wembley games, if they pick well in the draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 28, 2013, 11:10:39 AM
Looking at the standings, I can see the Buccaneers winning eventually (their defence is pretty decent) and the Vikings picking up a few more wins before the end of the season.

I can't see where the Jaguars will win a game unless they're playing a team that is resting a lot of players at the end of the regular season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 28, 2013, 01:36:02 PM
Best performer in ( and out ) of a Jags shirt was their Mascot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 28, 2013, 02:41:14 PM
Best performer in ( and out ) of a Jags shirt was their Mascot.

I know that they have loads of safety harnesses etc, but that took some nerve



A pretty good mascot but he's still no Phillie Phanatic

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 28, 2013, 02:42:07 PM
Maurice Jones-Drew was good up until recently, can't tell if he's starting to lose it, or has a crap Offensive Line. This is because I don't watch many Jag's games, as they're rubbish and bound to lose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on October 28, 2013, 02:55:14 PM
Maurice Jones-Drew was good up until recently, can't tell if he's starting to lose it, or has a crap Offensive Line. This is because I don't watch many Jag's games, as they're rubbish and bound to lose.

the perfect storm of getting old, lots of injuries, shit OL, and generally shit team who are always behind quickly in games so they ignore the running game. He'd benefit from a move to a better team for the last few years to give him a chance at not being remembered for all of the bad things. Because he was rather good when he was younger.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on October 30, 2013, 06:39:27 PM
Here is a random question. For no good reason I have developed an affinity for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in college football.

I have never watched them and dont have the first clue if they are any good. Whats the deal with them?

I own two pieces of their merchandise. One I bought from a Modells in New York simply because it was freezing and I wanted a fleece top to add to my other layers.

Wearing it got me into a conversation in a bar with a chap who went to Uni there and extolled its virtues so I bought a t-shirt as well.

And thats how they became my college team. So whats their story?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 31, 2013, 08:05:56 AM
Rutgers are a good choice for a Villa fan because the university was instrumental in developing the sport and played in (and won) the first ever College Football game in 1869.

However, they've been pretty ordinary ever since.

It was big news recently (well, it was for those of us who listen to US sports radio) when Rutgers announced that they were switching from the AAC to the Big Ten for next season (please don't ask me to explain the College Football league/division system). The Big 10 want a presence in an east coast metropolitan area (ie a place with lots of TV sets) and Rutgers is really the only semi-decent team in the NYC / Noo Joisey area.

Ray Rice, now of the Baltimore Ravens is probably the best known of their recent players. Their former Head Coach is Greg Schiano**, who's now leading the Tampa Bay Bucs to a disastrous season

(**My mate Marc's, boss's, golfing buddy's son in law)

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on October 31, 2013, 06:22:10 PM
Brilliant. I have managed to follow another half arsed club that used to be famous! This works at all ends of my sports supporting spectrum. I really should have guessed.

Do we have a thread on ice hockey? I have a similar question and guess I will get a similar answer!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 31, 2013, 06:50:36 PM
Ice hockey thread for the previous lazy poster. (http://www.heroesandvillains.info/forumv3/index.php?topic=14445.0)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 05, 2013, 02:40:44 AM
Packers season over.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 05, 2013, 02:42:23 AM
Big inplay bet on Chicago for this game now. Rodgers was performing absolute miracles so far this season with the horrendous injury list, but with him gone they won't win another game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 05, 2013, 07:27:57 AM
Woke up early to watch this before work then found out, for some reason, it hasn't taped.

Amazed to find out we won though. Cutler will be under pressure if he comes back and plays shite now. McCown has done a great job.

I'll watch the repeat when I get home.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2013, 08:34:30 AM
"Hello Brett............ Hi there, remember us ? Just wondering if you were doing anything for the next few weeks"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 05, 2013, 12:58:20 PM
That would be an amazing story.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 05, 2013, 01:34:36 PM
Woke up early to watch this before work then found out, for some reason, it hasn't taped.

Amazed to find out we won though. Cutler will be under pressure if he comes back and plays shite now. McCown has done a great job.

I'll watch the repeat when I get home.

Bears win was nailed on the second Rodgers went down. Can't believe I got even money in play.

McCown is a decent quarterback to have as backup, whereas Wallace is an embarrassment to his profession.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 05, 2013, 01:39:23 PM
"Hello Brett............ Hi there, remember us ? Just wondering if you were doing anything for the next few weeks"

Watching Favre in the late nineties was the main reason I got into the NFL, and became a packers fan. I think they'll probably go back to Matt Flynn though.

I think Rodgers is the NFL's best player though, so he'll be impossible to adequately replace.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 05, 2013, 02:00:18 PM
I've got the game on from last night. At least Rodgers' was watching from the sideline, appearing to be in relative comfort. No strapping, ice, not taken to a nearby hospital etc. Hopefully he won't be out for long and we can get by in the meantime. The NFC North is so tight at the moment, everyone's 5-3.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 05, 2013, 02:08:01 PM
I've got the game on from last night. At least Rodgers' was watching from the sideline, appearing to be in relative comfort. No strapping, ice, not taken to a nearby hospital etc. Hopefully he won't be out for long and we can get by in the meantime. The NFC North is so tight at the moment, everyone's 5-3.

Yeah, that's the best case scenario. I can't see Wallace getting it done in the meantime. Teams will just put eight in the box to stifle Lacy and Starks.

Really need another option at QB
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on November 05, 2013, 02:17:52 PM
It's a broken collarbone, so he'll be out for a while.

We definitely need to bring in a replacement because Wallace isn't good enough.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 05, 2013, 02:32:19 PM
Early reports are that it's a fracture and he'll miss 3 weeks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 06, 2013, 10:06:20 AM
It was a good game, as soon as Rodgers was injured, we were able to load up against the run because Wallace wasn't great. To be fair to him he will now be practicing the plays, which he wasn't before this week.

It makes the NFC North a lot more interesting, I think the Detroit Lions are now the favourites to take the Division. They play at Solider Field against Da Bears now, so that's a huge game.

Hoping that Briggs is back. Interesting to see whether Cutler is back and if he comes straight back in anyway. McCown did sensible throws and most importantly got rid of the ball quickly and that is better than Cutler hanging on to it for too long and forcing passes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 06, 2013, 03:07:56 PM
I've got the game on from last night. At least Rodgers' was watching from the sideline, appearing to be in relative comfort. No strapping, ice, not taken to a nearby hospital etc. Hopefully he won't be out for long and we can get by in the meantime. The NFC North is so tight at the moment, everyone's 5-3.

Yeah, that's the best case scenario. I can't see Wallace getting it done in the meantime. Teams will just put eight in the box to stifle Lacy and Starks.

Really need another option at QB

There's always Tebow  ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 06, 2013, 04:02:50 PM
I've got the game on from last night. At least Rodgers' was watching from the sideline, appearing to be in relative comfort. No strapping, ice, not taken to a nearby hospital etc. Hopefully he won't be out for long and we can get by in the meantime. The NFC North is so tight at the moment, everyone's 5-3.

Yeah, that's the best case scenario. I can't see Wallace getting it done in the meantime. Teams will just put eight in the box to stifle Lacy and Starks.

Really need another option at QB

There's always Tebow  ;)

Think I'd actually prefer Tebow to Wallace
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 06, 2013, 04:04:36 PM
Think McCarthy has ruled out bringing Flynn back onto the Roster. He was only cut by the Bills this week and would probably know some of the Packers' plays. Also did well in his brief showings for the Packers before.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 06, 2013, 07:58:44 PM
Unreal. There's actually people trying to defend this despicable piece of shit.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/9935801/multiple-miami-dolphins-players-support-richie-incognito
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 06, 2013, 11:42:34 PM
Hardly surprising... didn't some teammates defend Mike Vick when he was caught murdering dogs? Something along the lines of "a man should be able to do what he wants in his own home"!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 07, 2013, 08:54:08 AM
Hardly surprising... didn't some teammates defend Mike Vick when he was caught murdering dogs? Something along the lines of "a man should be able to do what he wants in his own home"!!

No, that was a stupid mate of Vick's who said that.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 07, 2013, 02:11:20 PM
Tony Dorsett is showing symptoms of CTE (http://espn.go.com/espn/otl/story/_/id/9931754/former-nfl-stars-tony-dorsett-leonard-marshall-joe-delameilleure-show-indicators-cte-resulting-football-concussions)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2013, 09:14:01 AM
Would say Da Bears have 5 winnable games now, then 2 really tough games to finish off with. Looks like we'll finish behind Detroit after they basically have a 2 game advantage over us. Think we should have brought McCown in earlier than we did really.

Nice to see that the Packers are a one man team.... ;)

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 11, 2013, 04:03:49 PM
I thought Tolzien showed promise yesterday and might be the long-term understudy to Aaron. He's obviously still too raw right now though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2013, 04:06:19 PM
To be fair he probably hadn't practised any plays before either, so he'll probably be better in your next game.

I was hoping you'd bite about being a 1-man team tbh  ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 11, 2013, 11:00:27 PM
I know there's a few Bears fans around so I expect there to be a bit of banter now and then. Right now we're ripe for it. When Seneca Wallace went off with a Groin injury I really had no idea what we were going to do.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 12, 2013, 08:20:06 AM
Tampa beat Miami, so there's no longer any teams without a win
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 12, 2013, 08:54:03 AM
I know there's a few Bears fans around so I expect there to be a bit of banter now and then. Right now we're ripe for it. When Seneca Wallace went off with a Groin injury I really had no idea what we were going to do.

If McCown had been injured whilst we were playing the Washington R******s the other week, our wide receiver Earl Bennett would have been the quarter back. Now we have some other bloke as a backup.

I bet Tampa Bay fans were delighted that Jacksonville won. Have to say that I still think the Jag's are a lot worse than Tampa or the Vikings.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 12, 2013, 09:43:17 AM

If McCown had been injured whilst we were playing the Washington R******s the other week, our wide receiver Earl Bennett would have been the quarter back. Now we have some other bloke as a backup.



Jordan Palmer and his career 15 pass attempts for the Bungles. Better known for being Carson's little brother
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 13, 2013, 11:45:14 AM
Hadn't realised he is Carson Palmer's brother.

Seneca Wallace has been put onto the Injury Reserve list, but the Packers have re-signed Flynn. Guess we will find out whether his elbow really is dodgy now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 14, 2013, 07:34:26 AM
Todd Christensen, NFL player with the Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders during their early 1980's glory days; dead at 57 during a liver transplant operation

http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/cougars/57123746-88/christensen-nfl-byu-football.html.csp

I became a Raiders fan whilst he was with the team. My father worked at Xerox in El Segundo, CA; which was also the home of the Raiders practice facility.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 14, 2013, 01:57:51 PM
How do our Bears fans feel about Sam Hurd ?

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/7360493/chicago-bears-cut-sam-hurd

Quote
Hurd was arrested Wednesday night after authorities said he agreed to buy a kilogram, or 2.2 pounds, of cocaine from an undercover agent. A criminal complaint says Hurd, a sixth-year player in his first year with the Bears, wanted to set up a drug-distribution network in the Chicago area and that he took possession of the cocaine before being arrested.

Hurd's just been sentenced

15 years

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20131113/sam-hurd-sentenced-15-years/?eref=sihp
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 14, 2013, 02:02:14 PM
I can't say I remember him at all, he's only 28 and was playing for us at the time of the offences. Mind you, until the last few seasons our wide receivers were always completely forgettable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on November 17, 2013, 05:03:34 PM
This is a long way off but next season would any of you NFL types be interested in joining a fantasy football league? I'll set it up, we'll have an online draft, max 14 teams. I'm in one proper one out where we meet up in person and do the draft. Obviously this would be an online version, for a bit of fun and bragging rights off course.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 17, 2013, 06:39:11 PM
I'd be happy to partake. I'll be useless mind...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 17, 2013, 06:40:02 PM
Weather looks nice in Chi-Town.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on November 17, 2013, 07:23:23 PM
Soldier Field in Chicago has been evacuated due to tornados. Cant they just use an orange ball the big girls?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 17, 2013, 07:37:14 PM
The Steelers are looking very, um, stripey today
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2013, 08:17:07 AM
Party time again for the 1972 Dolphins as the Broncos beat the Chiefs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 18, 2013, 01:26:29 PM
I'd give a fantasy league ago - probably wouldn't be great at it, but could be fun.

Amazed that the Steelers beat the Lions, although the latter seem to stop playing once they have a lead sometimes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2013, 01:58:02 PM
I'd give a fantasy league ago - probably wouldn't be great at it, but could be fun.

Amazed that the Steelers beat the Lions, although the latter seem to stop playing once they have a lead sometimes.

Detroit haven't won in Pittsburgh since the 1950s.

Stafford and Megatron were on record setting pace at half-time but then the Steelers defense seemed to get a grip.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 18, 2013, 07:40:01 PM
Although the Steelers have looked shockingly bad at times this season, it is still a good team at the core capable of beating anybody.   Once they sorted out the coverage on Johnson, there was only one winner.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 19, 2013, 08:54:32 AM
I think the Steelers need to improve their O-Line for next season, or get a QB with a faster release.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on November 20, 2013, 04:08:53 AM
The Steelers will be better after they fire OC Haley and give Ben some protection. Yes he needs to get rid of the ball faster but he isn't exactly given a lot of time. His line has been terrible for 2-3 years now. Finally they look like having a running game again, and with Brown an elite number 1 WR. They can still make the wild card in the AFC though it's likely if they do they won't advance past it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 20, 2013, 08:54:58 AM
Have been delighted with our O-Line this season (we're usually crap in this area), Cutler's slow release has caused problems though, which is why we've looked better with McCown at QB.

Rodgers is waiting for a risk assessment on his shoulder, typically this sort of injury takes 6-8 weeks to heal though and he's been out for 2 weeks so far. He'll definitely miss their Thursday night game against Detroit anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 20, 2013, 12:55:55 PM
He's not having any discomfort when throwing or running. The risk assessment will determine whether a shot to the Shoulder would cause any displacement that would rule him out for 3-5 month. So it's touch and go whether he'll be ready for the Detroit game but he's out of the Vikings game. That probably means the Vikings will win and the chances of us reaching the Post-Season is somewhere between slim and none.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 20, 2013, 01:26:11 PM
He's not having any discomfort when throwing or running. The risk assessment will determine whether a shot to the Shoulder would cause any displacement that would rule him out for 3-5 month. So it's touch and go whether he'll be ready for the Detroit game but he's out of the Vikings game. That probably means the Vikings will win and the chances of us reaching the Post-Season is somewhere between slim and none.

When asked if he would play against the Lions, Rodgers said the chances were "one in a million", so I can't see it happening. Best not to risk getting him injured for the rest of the season against a huge Defensive line like the Lions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2013, 02:44:08 PM
Suh and Fairley would be licking their lips at the prospect of facing a half fit Rodgers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 20, 2013, 07:32:49 PM
He's not having any discomfort when throwing or running. The risk assessment will determine whether a shot to the Shoulder would cause any displacement that would rule him out for 3-5 month. So it's touch and go whether he'll be ready for the Detroit game but he's out of the Vikings game. That probably means the Vikings will win and the chances of us reaching the Post-Season is somewhere between slim and none.

When asked if he would play against the Lions, Rodgers said the chances were "one in a million", so I can't see it happening. Best not to risk getting him injured for the rest of the season against a huge Defensive line like the Lions.


The problem is though if the Packers lose two more games then the season is as good as over anyway. I wouldn't be happy if we went 5-8 or so and then Rodgers was bought back in.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2013, 09:04:00 AM
Yeah, I think you'd need about 10 wins to have a decent chance of getting to the play-offs.

I think Da Bears win the next 4 games:- @ Rams, @ Vikings, Vs Cowboys, @ Browns. Can't see us winning the last 2 @ Eagles and Vs the Packers.

Unless we can somehow scrape through to the division titles with 9 wins. Rodgers being injured against us in the final game would help!

Still think the Lions are the best all-round team in the NFC North.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 21, 2013, 01:52:03 PM
Starting QBs 1999-2013

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/196yjk4x9xneppng/ku-xlarge.png)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2013, 02:09:20 PM
And you could probably say that in the 10 years that I've been watching the NFL Rex Grossman is the 2nd best QB we've had. No wonder we haven't won the Superbowl!

Chargers have only had a few and they got rid of Drew Brees!

The Colts and Packers managed to have a very good Quarter-Back and replace them with another really good one. I don't think Drew Bledsoe was too bad at the Patriots before Brady either.

The Browns have had about 4 different QB's this year (Hoyer looked okay before injury and Jason Campbell has been better for them than he was for us).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 21, 2013, 02:23:00 PM
In the last 30 years (ie since the Plunkett era) the two best QBs for my Raiders have been Rich Gannon and Jeff Hostetler.

There was also Todd Marinovich, who's one of the all time "what might of been" players in NFL history
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2013, 02:27:23 PM
Think I read a bit about Marinovich, was he the one that died recently?

There was one Raiders QB in the 1970s or 80s who could have been quite good but had a serious drug problem.

I hear that Sid Luckman was quite good  ;)     Also, Jim McMahon was decent, but not amazing in the 1980s for us, but wasn't asked to throw the ball an awful lot.

Gannon was quite good, QB in the first Superbowl where I'd watched the season all the way through. Half your team retired after losing that one!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on November 25, 2013, 04:13:10 AM
Incredible game going on tonight. Broncos led 24-0 at half time vs the Patriots. Patriots now lead 28-24. Amazing turnaround.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2013, 09:17:04 AM
Think I read a bit about Marinovich, was he the one that died recently?

Nope, Marinovich is still alive. He a recovering addict but is now a surf-dude / artist

Maybe you're mixing him up with the ex-NBA player "Pistol" Pete Maravich. He's dead
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2013, 09:18:10 AM
Incredible game going on tonight. Broncos led 24-0 at half time vs the Patriots. Patriots now lead 28-24. Amazing turnaround.

Just tried to watch the highlights on NFL.com but the video won't play.

Does anyone know if this service is now blocked in the UK ? There was not error or other message.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2013, 10:48:43 AM
The videos usually work when I'm on there.

No, I wouldn't get confused with Basketball players, don't really know any of them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 25, 2013, 12:47:41 PM
Steelers back in the wildcard hunt :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2013, 01:15:42 PM
Steelers back in the wildcard hunt :)

Amazingly something like 13 of the 16 teams in the AFC can still make the play-offs.

The NFC North is becoming as bad as the NFC East for teams not wanting to win it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2013, 01:48:22 PM

The NFC North is becoming as bad as the NFC East for teams not wanting to win it.

The Panthers will destroy whichever one of those Division winners they end up playing (assuming that they don't pass the Saints as well)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 25, 2013, 02:44:19 PM
I don't know why we've been playing Tolzien ahead of Flynn having seen the game yesterday. Tolzien started and got a good TD but we were toothless after that until McCarthy took him off in favour of Flynn. Then with Flynn we came from 2 TD's down to force overtime and get ahead. Shame our defence couldn't hold them back from getting level again. The division would have been really interesting then. Still at least Flynn gives us some hope that we can at least be competitive against Detroit on Thursday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 25, 2013, 02:53:10 PM
They should play Tolzien at running back after his TD yesterday. Overtime was strange in that it seemed so simple for both teams to march down into field goal range on their first posessions then both offences fell apart given another shot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2013, 03:01:48 PM
I like a tie, as they're so rare.

Seriously don't think there's a decent defence in the whole of the NFC North though and unfortunately my Bears have the worst one of the lot. The Lions at least have a good Defensive Line, but not much else. The Packers have Matthews and Hawk is okay, again nothing else.

Panthers look pretty decent, although they're starting to pick up a few injuries on Defence, their Middle Linebacker may be the best in the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 25, 2013, 04:01:08 PM
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 28, 2013, 07:58:03 PM
The Packers suck
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: exiled on the wirral! on November 28, 2013, 08:22:53 PM
Packers look like we did at Chelsea last season...they look in freefall! Flynn looks a promising QB doesnt he??
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 28, 2013, 10:35:38 PM
It felt like I was watching the Chelsea game. Absolutely dreadful.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 29, 2013, 08:48:01 AM
I know the quarterback is important but I didn't realise quite how important Rodgers was to the Packers until they lost him. When a QB gets sacked as much as Flynn last night is it actually his fault? I could see he couldn't do a lot about the safety last night but generally would Rodgers have been any better or did his offense let him down?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 29, 2013, 08:55:52 AM
Rodgers would be better at reading the defence and knowing what plays to call and which players he could check down to. They seem to have a pretty poor Offensive Line as well, which any QB would struggle with.

To be fair, the Lions have a very tough Defensive Line, easily the best in the NFC North.



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 29, 2013, 09:15:38 AM
Detroit dominated them so much both sides of the ball it was embarrassing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 29, 2013, 09:17:39 AM
Detroit are easily the best all-round team in the division, but Rodgers can make the Packers compete. The Lions are stopping themselves from winning a lot of games, with unnecessary turnovers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 29, 2013, 09:30:20 AM
I've got a bit of a soft spot for Detroit, not sure why, memories of Barry Sanders perhaps. Also it seems to be a city that's had it a bit rough so good luck to them. It would have been nice if the game last night was more of a spectacle though. You knew what would happen when Green Bay got the ball, 3 and out. At least the safety was a novelty.

Incidentally this is the first season I've followed closely since the late 90s and I'm really enjoying it. I was so chuffed there were some games last night for example. Far more preferable than the Europa League. Or the Champions League. In fact they should have games every night of the week!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 29, 2013, 03:36:33 PM
Rodgers would be better at reading the defence and knowing what plays to call and which players he could check down to. They seem to have a pretty poor Offensive Line as well, which any QB would struggle with.

To be fair, the Lions have a very tough Defensive Line, easily the best in the NFC North.





Rodgers has had to deal with a poor offensive line pretty much since he came into the team in 08. He's still managed to be, IMO the best QB in the league in that timeframe.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 29, 2013, 03:39:47 PM
Rodgers would be better at reading the defence and knowing what plays to call and which players he could check down to. They seem to have a pretty poor Offensive Line as well, which any QB would struggle with.

To be fair, the Lions have a very tough Defensive Line, easily the best in the NFC North.





Rodgers has had to deal with a poor offensive line pretty much since he came into the team in 08. He's still managed to be, IMO the best QB in the league in that timeframe.

Could well be and he was still doing well with most of his receivers and tight-ends out before he got injured. The running game had been a bit better this year though. About as good as the Packers have ran the ball since Ahman Green 10 years ago.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 01, 2013, 12:40:12 AM
Wow, what an end to the Alabama @ Auburn game!



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 01, 2013, 09:41:06 PM
FFS Bears. Why go for a long FG in Overtime when you are on 2nd and 7? Move it closer. We still had four minutes left so I do not know why there was a need to take it then.

Edit: And the Vikings get into the same position and they move it closer on their remaining downs to make a nice easy kick. Such a fucked up call.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 02, 2013, 08:49:42 AM
Ah well, probably best that we don't get into the play-offs with this defence anyway.... Still strange that Gould missed, he's usually so accurate and it was less than 50 yards away, in a Dome.

Kept hearing about that Auburn win against Alabama during the NFL matches. I've only ever seen Da Bears score a touchdown like that before and that was when it was so windy that the ball blew backwards.

New Orleans Saints under pressure now, playing the Seattle Seahawks and the Carolina Panthers keep on winning.

I find the Jets a very strange team, capable of beating the best and have a very good defence, but cack on offence and tend to lose to crap teams.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2013, 09:32:40 AM
Uproar at the end of the game between the New York Football Giants and the Washington Football Team.

The Washington Football Team thought they had a First Down and the chains were moved but the on field official signaled third down. Shanahan wanted to challenge the on field ruling but says that an official told him not to bother as it was a First Down. A play was run and the on field official then signaled Fourth Down.

All a bit confusing

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10066755/washington-redskins-confused-officiating-error-final-drive
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2013, 09:34:07 AM
Rob Ford was at the Bills game in Toronto

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/19836ybo1l4i2jpg/ku-xlarge.jpg)

Was our local correspondent also in attendance ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 02, 2013, 10:13:09 AM
That can't be him, he hasn't got a crack pipe on him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on December 04, 2013, 03:08:50 PM
Rob Ford was at the Bills game in Toronto

(http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/19836ybo1l4i2jpg/ku-xlarge.jpg)

Was our local correspondent also in attendance ?

nope. I can't be arsed watching the Bills and especially when they are playing naff teams like Atlanta. I've been to one game in Toronto, Bills vs Steelers in a pre-season game when they first started to play here. I believe there is a general misconception that if Toronto had an NFL team that people would suddenly come in their thousands to watch. Everyone here who follows the NFL already has a team they like, so it's not like I or any Cowboys, Packers, Bills fan etc etc would suddenly change my allegiance and support a new Toronto team.

And as for that fat fuck. I wouldn't be surprised if they had to slaughter an extra farm load of chickens knowing he was going to attend. I imagine the hot sauce on those wings are laced with some white material too. Last year I believe, he and his marginally less fat brother decided to go on a diet. It was all PR off course. Rob Ford actually put on weight. Useless idiot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 04, 2013, 03:18:44 PM
 A bit like here really, I would probably have a soft spot for a UK based NFL team, but would still support the Chicago Bears more.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 04, 2013, 05:04:23 PM
Given that there seems to be plans for a London franchise, it is an interesting observation that people who follow NFL usually already have a team. Could be difficult to build up the home support.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 04, 2013, 10:58:32 PM
Given that there seems to be plans for a London franchise, it is an interesting observation that people who follow NFL usually already have a team. Could be difficult to build up the home support.

That's why an expansion team would be better for London. People could continue to follow their existing team and add on the new franchise.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 04, 2013, 11:47:02 PM
It might have been the same other years but there seemed to be a lot of fans  from the rest of Europe at Wembley for the Jags- Miners match. I expect the London Franchise will get large crowds the first year or two as people watch their own teams play, but then it will settle down to maybe 20-30k a game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 05, 2013, 12:31:02 PM
I see that the Lions v Falcons game at Wembley next season is a 1:30 kick off UK time.

This is another advantage to the NFL of having a team in London; it creates an extra live TV slot for a game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 05, 2013, 02:13:52 PM
It might have been the same other years but there seemed to be a lot of fans  from the rest of Europe at Wembley for the Jags- Miners match. I expect the London Franchise will get large crowds the first year or two as people watch their own teams play, but then it will settle down to maybe 20-30k a game.
20-30k a game?  That won't be allowed to happen.   The franchise will be pulled before you can blink, if that's the case.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 05, 2013, 03:07:11 PM
I'm thinking the play-off teams could be as follows:-

NFC   AFC
Seahawks   Patriots
Panthers   Broncos
Cowboys   Colts
Lions   Bengals
Saints   Chiefs
49ers   Ravens

Going for Cowboys over Eagles as they seem to have an easier schedule. Loads of teams could get the last AFC wildcard spot, I think the Jets should be doing a lot better than they are with their team. I've plumped for the Ravens in the end though. the Dolphins and Titans both have a chance too. Can't see the Steelers getting in.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 05, 2013, 03:40:44 PM
I think the Steelers had to beat the Ravens to get that last spot.  Now, they would need to win out, which apart from Green Bay away, is not inconceivable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on December 06, 2013, 09:23:04 AM
I hadn't realised Super Bowl 2014 is in New Jersey in February, probably explains why the hotel I stay in for work in Teaneck NJ want $1400 for the Sunday night and then back to the normal corporate rate of $175 a night for the Monday onwards. 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 06, 2013, 02:15:48 PM
I hadn't realised Super Bowl 2014 is in New Jersey in February, probably explains why the hotel I stay in for work in Teaneck NJ want $1400 for the Sunday night and then back to the normal corporate rate of $175 a night for the Monday onwards.
Yep.   One of the few times it will be cheaper to stay in a 5 star in central park.
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Post by: Jon Crofts on December 06, 2013, 03:19:57 PM
Thanks for the idea usav, The Ritz Carlton, Battery Park is indeed cheaper for Sunday and they have rooms available and we run a shuttle bus from lower Manhattan to Englewood so Ritz Carlton it is.  Wonder if I can get a ticket ha ha.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 08, 2013, 06:58:12 PM
The Lions @ Eagles game on at the moment is a classic example of the NFL not calling off a game for any weather other than lightening.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 08, 2013, 09:29:26 PM
The 4th quarter of the Vikes@ Ravens game was incredible
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 08, 2013, 09:53:01 PM
Packers finally won. Typical that I turned off at half time - we were dreadful in the second quarter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on December 09, 2013, 02:20:54 AM
The 4th quarter of the Vikes@ Ravens game was incredible

The last two minutes was mental
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Post by: Somniloquism on December 09, 2013, 07:57:04 AM
Funny ending to the Burg game as well. Could have been a play of the season for a final seconds play and the bloke was an inch out of bounds.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 09, 2013, 11:01:00 AM
Funny ending to the Burg game as well. Could have been a play of the season for a final seconds play and the bloke was an inch out of bounds.

That was quite incredible, never seen anything like it. Feels churlish to criticise but surely he should've known where the sideline was?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 09, 2013, 11:04:51 AM
New NFL Field Goal record

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on December 09, 2013, 01:38:15 PM
That Vikings Ravens ending was incredible, not sure the reciever really did have both feet on the ground at the same time did he?

Lovely weather as well, that's a very exposed stadium to watch a game in that weather, not quite Soldier Field but right on the Chesapeake and nothing around it to protect from the elements.
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Post by: OCD on December 09, 2013, 01:39:47 PM
Just cleared the goal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 09, 2013, 04:48:17 PM
Gronk done for the season

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/10108168/rob-gronkowski-new-england-patriots-tears-acl-mcl-knee
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on December 09, 2013, 06:08:02 PM
Funny ending to the Burg game as well. Could have been a play of the season for a final seconds play and the bloke was an inch out of bounds.

That was quite incredible, never seen anything like it. Feels churlish to criticise but surely he should've known where the sideline was?

I think he did a great job keep his footing up until that point. He was always leaning that way and giventhe conditions of the field it was remarkable the entire play got event that far. It's very rare to see lateral plays work. Just really ironic that with all of the controversy surrounding Tomlin that week and his sideline indiscretion at Baltimore that the game that has effectively ended Pittsburgh's season came down to that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on December 09, 2013, 06:09:15 PM
That Vikings Ravens ending was incredible, not sure the reciever really did have both feet on the ground at the same time did he?

Lovely weather as well, that's a very exposed stadium to watch a game in that weather, not quite Soldier Field but right on the Chesapeake and nothing around it to protect from the elements.

I watched Pittsburgh-Dallas a few seasons back at Heinz Field. I was close to crying like a little baby by the end it was so cold with the wind coming off the water. It was really bitter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 10, 2013, 04:31:49 AM
That Vikings Ravens ending was incredible, not sure the reciever really did have both feet on the ground at the same time did he?

Lovely weather as well, that's a very exposed stadium to watch a game in that weather, not quite Soldier Field but right on the Chesapeake and nothing around it to protect from the elements.

I watched Pittsburgh-Dallas a few seasons back at Heinz Field. I was close to crying like a little baby by the end it was so cold with the wind coming off the water. It was really bitter.
I was at the Pittsburgh Miami game yesterday and it was fucking freezing.  Not the coldest I've been there, but close.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 10, 2013, 08:10:25 AM
The most surprising thing to me this weekend was finding out that Ditka's number had not already been retired by Da Bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 10, 2013, 09:10:31 AM
Bears win last night makes play off race in NFC very interesting.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 11, 2013, 10:33:16 AM
I think we have to beat the Browns (well more their Defence and Ogbonnaya) and the Packers to have a slim chance and hope that the Lions keep throwing away wins. Can't see us beating the Eagles.

Even the Packers have a chance of making the play-offs though, Rodgers is still in pain on every play apparently in practice though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 11, 2013, 01:44:42 PM
You can forget about us now. They need to write the season off and let Rodgers fully recover otherwise they risk ruining one of the best QB's in the NFL today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 11, 2013, 03:49:04 PM
You can forget about us now. They need to write the season off and let Rodgers fully recover otherwise they risk ruining one of the best QB's in the NFL today.

It looks like the Washington Football Team have also decided to sit RGIII for the rest of the season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 12, 2013, 11:57:51 PM
I think we have to beat the Browns (well more their Defence and Ogbonnaya) and the Packers to have a slim chance and hope that the Lions keep throwing away wins. Can't see us beating the Eagles.

Even the Packers have a chance of making the play-offs though, Rodgers is still in pain on every play apparently in practice though.

Really? I read a couple of weeks ago he was throwing without pain.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 13, 2013, 12:04:14 AM
I've had the feeling for a while that we'll go into the last game of the season one win ahead of Detroit and with Green Bay out of the running.

Rodgers will then return and destroy us while the Lions make mincemeat out of the Peterson-less Vikings to take the division from us.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 13, 2013, 08:53:05 AM
Meant to out that Rodgers isn't in pain and is taking the first team snaps now, but they're still saying he's unlikely to feature against the Cowboys.

With how bad their defence is (even worse than ours), you might not need Rodgers to win the game.

I think Green Bay have 3 winnable games; Cowboys and Bears have awful defences and the Vikings may well be missing Adrian Peterson.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 13, 2013, 10:15:50 AM
SD with a late run to the play-offs?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 13, 2013, 12:55:08 PM
SD with a late run to the play-offs?

They've now beaten the Patriots and Broncos, but also lost to some complete shite. Strange team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 13, 2013, 04:16:04 PM
SD with a late run to the play-offs?
That's been the chargers for the last 10 years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 15, 2013, 04:26:16 PM
Thank Christ for American Football, the Association game is unbearable at the moment. Bring on Red Zone!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 15, 2013, 06:20:21 PM
You say that but try being both a Villa and Packers fan for the past couple of months.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 15, 2013, 06:46:28 PM
Forunately I don't have a team in the NFL. Makes it a lot less painful.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 15, 2013, 09:55:12 PM
Go Niners!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 16, 2013, 10:11:22 AM
Whoever was calling the Offensive plays for the Cowboys last night is an idiot.

NFC East and NFC North are going to the wire by the looks of it.

It doesn't matter, but I always like to see the Patriots lose, the Chelsea of the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 16, 2013, 04:48:42 PM
What a great second half comeback. Glad I recorded it before I went to bed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on December 17, 2013, 03:25:12 AM
Whoever was calling the Offensive plays for the Cowboys last night is an idiot.

NFC East and NFC North are going to the wire by the looks of it.

It doesn't matter, but I always like to see the Patriots lose, the Chelsea of the NFL.

Jason Garrett the head coach and love child of the owner Jerry Jones calls most of the offensive plays. Relic Bill Callaghan also has a part but in Dallas it's mostly Garrett. He's a buffoon as is the egomaniac owner. How, when your RB is having such a good game you don't run the ball and at the very least kill some clock is unbelievable.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 17, 2013, 03:36:08 AM
Come on Baltimore. Win this and the Packers will remarkably become favourite for the division again. Obviously provided that Rodgers can play the last two games.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 17, 2013, 04:41:53 AM
Get in Ravens!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 17, 2013, 12:25:33 PM
The NFC North would look even better had we been able to beat the Vikings in OT. Amazing that we're even involved having not had Rodgers in ages.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 17, 2013, 12:29:25 PM
Not that amazing. It's a poor division and all the teams have been afflicted with injuries.

Would I be correct in thinking that, if the Lions lose and the Packers win on Sunday, the Bears' game against the Eagles wouldn't matter for Chicago? Either way, we'd still make the play-offs if we beat Green Bay and not make the play-offs if we lose to them.

Might be a case for resting players.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 17, 2013, 12:30:35 PM
Oh, and I recommend this site (http://espn.go.com/nfl/playoffs/machine) for anyone struggling to work out who will and won't make the play-offs. Quite a useful tool.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 17, 2013, 01:45:02 PM
Still, it's more than I expected.

I've got no idea about the permutations. After Villa last season I could do with a break from trying to forecast scores. 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 17, 2013, 04:09:20 PM
I'm pretty sure Chicago avoid relegation so long as Wigan don't win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2013, 10:30:05 PM
Portraits of NFL players from 1938

http://life.time.com/culture/tough-guys-faces-of-the-nfl-1938/#1
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 20, 2013, 06:13:53 AM
Whoever was calling the Offensive plays for the Cowboys last night is an idiot.

NFC East and NFC North are going to the wire by the looks of it.

It doesn't matter, but I always like to see the Patriots lose, the Chelsea of the NFL.

Did we loan them whoever called for the kick on 2nd down in overtime the other week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 22, 2013, 05:31:33 PM
Packers and Steelers in the snow today should be a good one.  You can keep your Cardinals in the desert, this is how NFL should be.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 22, 2013, 05:34:38 PM
Still no Rodgers for the Packers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 22, 2013, 05:42:56 PM
Packers and Steelers in the snow today should be a good one.  You can keep your Cardinals in the desert, this is how NFL should be.

Yeah, it makes me laugh when they cancel football matches because of a little snow, only to see NFL games going ahead in some of the conditions they get.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 23, 2013, 10:03:45 AM
Packers and Steelers in the snow today should be a good one.  You can keep your Cardinals in the desert, this is how NFL should be.

Yeah, it makes me laugh when they cancel football matches because of a little snow, only to see NFL games going ahead in some of the conditions they get.

Yes it will be great fun watching the ball stop 2 yards from the person who kicked or being diverted by someones footprints in the snow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OzVilla on December 23, 2013, 10:15:30 AM
The Bears stunk the place out in Phillie today.
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Post by: OCD on December 23, 2013, 11:08:04 AM
It seems like it was always heading for the Bears/Packers final game of the season to decide the division.

It will be interesting to see if we bring back Rodgers for it because he's been desperate to play the last couple and the 'organisation' has said it wasn't time.

The Steelers-Packers was a really good game where it could have gone either way right up until the end. Flynn gave away a couple of key interceptions that made the game interesting and our defence did a couple of stupid things like holding the face mask and unnecessary roughness when they were in their 4th down. I'll be glad when Aaron's back.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 23, 2013, 11:51:14 AM
The Packers game was excellent although, as it turned out, it didn't matter (for Green Bay anyhow).

They won't need Rodgers to beat us. Every team can run the ball against us with ease. Even with Lance Briggs back we just looked atrocious.
 
We need wholesale changes in defense over the off-season, even if by some miracle we make the play-offs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 23, 2013, 12:22:19 PM
Eddie Lacy went off with an Ankle injury in (I think) the 4th quarter. Starks is quite good but Lacy's had a great first year. So if there's no Rodgers and no Lacy it's far from a foregone conclusion.

I'm expecting the game to be picked up for TV coverage so that will be next Sunday night taken care of.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on December 23, 2013, 01:17:21 PM
The Bears did well last night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 23, 2013, 01:29:46 PM
It was agonisingly close...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on December 23, 2013, 01:38:59 PM
Both teams have injury issues but still fancy the Bears to squeak through only to fall at the first hurdle in the play offs......glad the arrogant Lions cocked up after all their talk only a few weeks back   ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 23, 2013, 01:43:43 PM
NFC East and North now have one game shoot outs for honour of losing a wild card. Can anyone tell me how Pittsburgh are still in the running for a spot? I know they can get 8-8 like several other teams but how are the tie-breakers in their favour?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 23, 2013, 04:02:30 PM
Eddie Lacy went off with an Ankle injury in (I think) the 4th quarter. Starks is quite good but Lacy's had a great first year. So if there's no Rodgers and no Lacy it's far from a foregone conclusion.

I'm expecting the game to be picked up for TV coverage so that will be next Sunday night taken care of.

It has been.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 23, 2013, 11:08:47 PM
NFC East and North now have one game shoot outs for honour of losing a wild card. Can anyone tell me how Pittsburgh are still in the running for a spot? I know they can get 8-8 like several other teams but how are the tie-breakers in their favour?

Easy.   If the Steelers win, they will be 8-8.  They need Baltimore, Miami and San Diego all to lose.  If that happens, they will get in at 8-8, because:

 - Baltimore will be 8-8, but Pittsburgh will have a better division record.
 - Miami will be 8-8, but even though they beat Pittsburgh a couple of weeks ago, that is not the tie-breaker.  The tie breaker would be the division record which would be worse than Pittsburgh's.
 - Chargers: same as above, but without the complication of having played the Steelers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on December 24, 2013, 08:43:01 AM
Gutted the Cards could go 11 and 5 and probably still won't get in the playoffs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2013, 09:14:27 AM
Well it's about as exciting as I can ever remember it being, at this time of the year.

Would rather the Bears hadn't chosen to make it exciting by being annihilated by the Eagles, but oh well.

Loads of teams can still make the playoffs. We can win our division, or finish third....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2013, 09:24:17 AM
Portraits of NFL players from 1938

http://life.time.com/culture/tough-guys-faces-of-the-nfl-1938/#1


All Skins players, was hoping to see Bronko Nogorski :-) 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 26, 2013, 11:28:55 PM
Rodgers is back for the Packers on Sunday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 26, 2013, 11:31:24 PM
Rodgers is back for the Packers on Sunday.

Well that's cheered me up anyhow. Should be a belter of a game now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 27, 2013, 09:00:13 AM
Looks like Clay Matthews is out and Eddie Lacy hasn't practiced this week either.

Still, with Rodgers back and 2 terrible Defences, this should be a basketball type score.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 27, 2013, 03:49:03 PM
It looked like Clay did his thumb again so if he does play, it will probably be with that club he's worn for protection. Good to have Aaron back, now we'll have to see how rusty he is. Got to be better than Flynn though. Flynn regularly gave away interceptions and sackings so we should be a little bit better defensively and a lot better offensively.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 27, 2013, 05:42:27 PM
I think McCarthy expects Lacy to play.

There will be an element of rust with Rodgers, but to me it looks like he's been kept back from returning as long as possible. By all accounts he was throwing without pain weeks ago.

Even with the injuries, he has some serious weapons on the offensive side, and with Chicago's porous defence he should be able to exploit them. The problem is Chicago have a real chance of putting up big no's on our defence. I'll predict a 38-27 packers win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 27, 2013, 10:40:44 PM
Should be entertaining for neutrals if that comes to fruition.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 29, 2013, 10:44:43 PM
I think this has been an outstanding game so far, even if it has taken on a different complexion to expected.

I think GB have moved the ball very impressively at times, but the 2 INT's have obviously been crushing. To still be in the lead approaching HT despite them is pretty remarkable.

Oh and Boykin's TD was one of the funniest scoring plays I've seen in sport.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on December 29, 2013, 10:51:36 PM
amazing that the Steelers could get in. Simply unbelievable sequence of events. Long way to go though
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 30, 2013, 01:50:13 AM
That truly was a remarkable game.

The final drive by the Packers should live long in the memory, completing 3 4th downs and taking that much time off the clock took balls of steel.

Rodgers played like the champion he is after the two interceptions and the defence finally made a couple of stops after being a bit embarrassed in the second half. San Francisco will go in as favourites but winning at Lambeau in January is never going to be easy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 30, 2013, 04:28:57 AM
amazing that the Steelers could get in. Simply unbelievable sequence of events. Long way to go though
If that twat face kicker from Kansas had kicked an inch to the left, they would be in.  Un-fuckingbelivable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 30, 2013, 10:15:52 AM
Every team I support breaks my heart. Bunch of bastards.

*shakes fist disconsolately in general direction of Chicago*
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 30, 2013, 12:26:14 PM
Rodgers played like the champion he is after the two interceptions and the defence finally made a couple of stops after being a bit embarrassed in the second half. San Francisco will go in as favourites but winning at Lambeau in January is never going to be easy.

Kaepernick destroyed us last year.

Good game. We seem to have become a second half team. First half we couldn't get our running game going and Aaron was looking a little rusty. Second half, McCarthy's adjustments worked well. Aaron started looking like his old self (nice throw for the last TD) and our running game looked better. Not sure Lacy ever fully got into it and there were a few times where it looked like Starks was doing better.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 30, 2013, 12:50:20 PM
Will be a completely different game at Lambeau in the cold though OCD.

I don't think Kaepernick's played there before either.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 30, 2013, 01:16:47 PM
It's our defence that worries me. We need a good plan for Kaepernick and we could really do with getting Clay back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 30, 2013, 06:17:36 PM
The NFL firing season has begun

Mike Shanahan fired by the Washington Football Team

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10214494/washington-redskins-fire-mike-shanahan

Also fired

Lions - Jim Swartz

Vikes - Leslie Frazier

Bucs - Greg Schiano

Browns - Rob Chudzinski



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 31, 2013, 09:21:26 AM
Packers - Bears was a great game.

Wonder if the Cowboys will fire their coach, they should do just for the idiotic play-calling in the match against Green Bay....

Packers must be starting to develop a rivalry with the 49ers, seem to play each other all the time nowadays.

Amazing that the Steelers nearly got into the play-offs after starting 0-4.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 31, 2013, 02:27:48 PM
If you look on NFL.com, you can now see who your opponents for next year will be.

For the NFC North teams, we'll be facing the NFC South teams, AFC East teams and the NFC East and NFC South teams that finished in the same group position as us.

So the Bears have the 49ers and the Cowboys, whilst the Packers have the Seahawks and Eagles, etc.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on December 31, 2013, 04:11:38 PM
amazing that the Steelers could get in. Simply unbelievable sequence of events. Long way to go though
If that twat face kicker from Kansas had kicked an inch to the left, they would be in.  Un-fuckingbelivable.

That's a heart breaker, alright. The Chiefs had 4 Pro Bowlers missing as well: looked like a second string team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 01, 2014, 02:28:11 AM
After years of research, I think I've finally found a way to explain College (American) Football to a UK audience:

On each weekend in the Autumn, imagine every league and non-league football match in the UK being shown live on TV

AND

the entire population of the home side turning out for the match

AND

being there 6 hours before kickoff to have a barbie in the car park and get shit-faced and stuff their guts full of chicken wings, ribs, and burgers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 01, 2014, 06:41:57 PM
If you look on NFL.com, you can now see who your opponents for next year will be.

For the NFC North teams, we'll be facing the NFC South teams, AFC East teams and the NFC East and NFC South teams that finished in the same group position as us.

So the Bears have the 49ers and the Cowboys, whilst the Packers have the Seahawks and Eagles, etc.

I hope you write R and L on the correct hands so you do get directions correct sometimes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on January 01, 2014, 07:37:41 PM
amazing that the Steelers could get in. Simply unbelievable sequence of events. Long way to go though
If that twat face kicker from Kansas had kicked an inch to the left, they would be in.  Un-fuckingbelivable.

Had the refs spotted the obvious penalty by San Diego he could have taken the kick again. Idiots
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 02, 2014, 09:54:58 PM
Da Bears sign Cutler to a seven year deal (with $50m guaranteed)

http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/10231142/jay-cutler-chicago-bears-signs-7-year-contract?src=mobile
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 03, 2014, 08:44:21 AM
Well, looks like wild cards will be our only chance for any post season action for the next 7 years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 03, 2014, 08:57:27 AM
Lovie Smith looks set to become Head Coach of the Buccaneers as well, best of luck to him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 05, 2014, 01:19:13 AM
KC blow it. 8 play off defeats in a row. That is epic raising and dashing of hopes right there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 05, 2014, 03:20:43 PM
Just watched the KC @ IND game. That was something else
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 05, 2014, 09:00:38 PM
Looks like the weather for the Packers Niners game is going to be a bit on the chilly side.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: lovejoy on January 05, 2014, 09:10:03 PM
Still don't see why a team with a 8-7-1 record is at one against a team with 12-4 record. Makes no sense.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 05, 2014, 09:15:34 PM
Still don't see why a team with a 8-7-1 record is at one against a team with 12-4 record. Makes no sense.

I presume you mean at home.

Yeah it does seem unfair. There are a couple of teams who failed to get a wildcard with a better record than the Packers though. Seattle even won their division with a 7-9 record a couple of years ago, so got a home tie.

The problem is if you were to change it so that the teams with the best 6 records got through from the AFC/NFC then you'd have to do away with the divisions, and the enjoyable rivalries they have fostered.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 05, 2014, 09:56:48 PM
Well my optimism is pretty much gone after SF first drive. This defence is as pathetic as a Vlaar-less Villa defence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 05, 2014, 09:58:01 PM
That really should have been an interception
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 05, 2014, 09:58:36 PM
That problem is even more exaggerated in the NBA this season.

Only the top two teams in the East; Miami and Indiana are really playoff worthy (there are eight teams in the West that have better records than the third team in the East, ie Atlanta). However, eight teams will make the post season from that conference.

Meanwhile, its 5 degrees Fahrenheit in Green Bay for the Niners game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 05, 2014, 09:59:27 PM
So, what colour do we call the turf at Lambeau ? Beige ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 05, 2014, 10:02:48 PM
-15 in real money.  ;)

Expected to get colder as game goes on. I remember one of the America's game shows where the players were saying that a game was so cold that the referee's whistles were sticking to their lips.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: exiled on the wirral! on January 05, 2014, 10:29:21 PM
Packers gain 6 yards in the 1st quater...there offense is as attack minded as our midfield!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: exiled on the wirral! on January 05, 2014, 10:38:17 PM
So, what colour do we call the turf at Lambeau ? Beige ?
It looks like the Baseball Ground circa 1972!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 06, 2014, 08:26:32 AM
When they were saying temperature was 5 degrees I wondered what the fuss was about. Now I realise it's Fahrenheit then fair play to them. Those bleachers must have been cold! Congratulations to the Californian teams anyway for winning away.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2014, 09:01:06 AM
Watched all of the play-offs apart from the Chargers @ Bengals, which I struggled to sum up enthusiasm for.

Good games I thought, most were surprisingly close.

Can't help thinking that the Cheatriots will beat the Colts though, they usually do. I am supporting 'anyone but them'.

Still don't think that Kaepernick is that great a QB and nearly threw away the game against the Packers, was lucky not to be picked off. He lacks accuracy, but does pick up important yards with his legs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 06, 2014, 11:01:59 AM
When they were saying temperature was 5 degrees I wondered what the fuss was about. Now I realise it's Fahrenheit then fair play to them. Those bleachers must have been cold! Congratulations to the Californian teams anyway for winning away.

Keep in mind that all of these stadiums are built in places that are usually available for one reason or another (i.e. no one else wanted to build there), and are usually on a river, lake, abandoned lot and have TREMENDOUS windchill.

I have been to eagles games in 32 F in a winter coat and honestly have felt, with the wind, as if it was 3 F out.  When people invite me to games at Giants stadium I usually don't go because of it.  I went to see USA/Argentina in March (MARCH!!) and Giants stadium (in NJ) felt like it was 10 F.  Everyone was in winter hats, gloves, coats, with awful windburn.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 06, 2014, 11:04:53 AM
I am a big fan of getting rid of turf and having real grass (with a mandatory 1 inch blade) in the NFL, but imagine getting tackled, sacked or piled on while playing on real grass/real dirt when it is 5 degrees out all week?It must feellike hitting concrete.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2014, 11:06:35 AM
Someone should tell the Packers that their pitch would look a lot better with green sand on it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 06, 2014, 11:16:28 AM
Someone should tell the Packers that their pitch would look a lot better with green sand on it

Or with a team that's not the packers on it...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 06, 2014, 12:33:27 PM
Shame that Hyde dropped the interception. That was a game changer.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 06, 2014, 06:15:30 PM
Shame that Hyde dropped the interception. That was a game changer.

Yep, couldn't believe it when he dropped that. As bad as Carberry! To also allow Kaepernick to run for a first down on 3rd and 8 was pretty weak.

Still, playoffs were a bonus anyway after having Rodgers out for so long, not to mention the other key injuries. If we can just keep the likes of Finlay and Matthews fit, and get a couple of strong linebackers to supplement Clay, then we'll have a great chance next year.

Lacy is a beast and Rodgers is the best QB in the league, and has serious weapons at WR and TE.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 06, 2014, 10:46:07 PM
I was worried about our defence and containing Kaepernick before the game. Too often we allow teams a 1st down when it looks like the opposition are going to have to punt.

A lot of work needed on the defence. Clay always seems to be getting injured so we've got to plan as though he's not available and treat him as a bonus when he is fit.

It was a bonus to get into the Playoffs and we were close to beating the 49'ers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 07, 2014, 01:28:35 AM
Watching the BCS NCG which is about to start so all that's left to say is War Eagle!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 07, 2014, 01:30:04 AM
Watching the BCS NCG which is about to start so all that's left to say is War Eagle!

Is that the conservatives budget cutting response to the Syria crisis?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 07, 2014, 01:42:28 AM
Watching the BCS NCG which is about to start so all that's left to say is War Eagle!

Is that the conservatives budget cutting response to the Syria crisis?

I think you're confusing it with the US response to a nuclear crisis in which Gene Hackman had a roll <sic> in Crimson Tide.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 07, 2014, 09:22:04 AM
Watching the BCS NCG which is about to start so all that's left to say is War Eagle!

I've had a soft spot for Auburn since the days of Bo Jackson.

Shame that it didn't work out for them last night. Still, they beat Alabama which is probably what means the most to Auburn fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 07, 2014, 10:05:15 AM
Watching the BCS NCG which is about to start so all that's left to say is War Eagle!

I've had a soft spot for Auburn since the days of Bo Jackson.

Shame that it didn't work out for them last night. Still, they beat Alabama which is probably what means the most to Auburn fans.

I watched a thing about Marcus Allen the other day and I think Bo Jackson was on that, if they both played for the Raiders later.

I did check to see who won out of Florida State and Auburn, Christ I'm getting sad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 07, 2014, 11:11:17 AM
That was "Marcus Allen - A Football Life"




Back in 1982/83 my dad was working for Xerox in El Segundo, close to the Raiders training facility.

I doubt that there were many (if any) other 13 year olds in the UK who had a Marcus Allen jersey at that time.

I've just bought myself a new Marcus jersey to wear to the Raiders game at Wembley next season.


Here's the Bo Jackson "ESPN 30 for 30 " doc

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 07, 2014, 11:14:02 AM
The only thing I really know about Bo Jackson is that he was bloody fast!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2014, 07:43:22 AM
The Washington Football Team sign Gruden as head coach.

No, not THAT Gruden, the other Gruden

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10267454/washington-redskins-hire-jay-gruden-coach
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2014, 11:14:42 AM
The only thing I really know about Bo Jackson is that he was bloody fast!

Bo Knows !

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2014, 12:54:15 PM
Never bet against Belichick and the Golden Boy
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 13, 2014, 11:38:37 AM
Hoping for a Broncos - Seahawks Superbowl, but don't really mind the 49ers either.

Just don't want the Patriots and their Glory-Hunting Man Utd fans to get to the Superbowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 13, 2014, 01:09:32 PM
Hoping for a Broncos - Seahawks Superbowl, but don't really mind the 49ers either.

Just don't want the Patriots and their Glory-Hunting Man Utd fans to get to the Superbowl.

Agreed. It's hard to love the Patriots. All very good teams left, it could be any of them but I'm predicting a Seahawks-Broncos superbowl with the Broncos winning now Peyton's broken the one and done curse for this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 13, 2014, 01:10:57 PM
Never bet against Belichick and the Golden Boy

Shit, should have read this before making my predictions!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 13, 2014, 01:40:19 PM
I've thought the Seahawks would win it for some time now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2014, 01:40:40 PM
Never bet against Belichick and the Golden Boy

Shit, should have read this before making my predictions!

Top wide receiver lost to free agency .............. Check
Number two Tight End banged up on homicide charges .............. Check
Number one Tight End lost to season ending injury  .............. Check
Third string running back (who wasn't even deemed good enough by the Bucs !!) being used ........ Check

Patriots still win ................ Check
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 13, 2014, 02:44:48 PM
Never bet against Belichick and the Golden Boy

Shit, should have read this before making my predictions!

Top wide receiver lost to free agency .............. Check
Number two Tight End banged up on homicide charges .............. Check
Number one Tight End lost to season ending injury  .............. Check
Third string running back (who wasn't even deemed good enough by the Bucs !!) being used ........ Check

Patriots still win ................ Check

When they had that frankly absurd victory against the Browns the other week I looked at a Browns forum to see what they made of it and there was a poster implying that the NFL is in the pocket of the Patriots because of their wealthy owner or some such conspiracy. Anyway, I chose to believe it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on January 14, 2014, 06:27:29 PM
Bollocks to all this NFL play off talk. How are Rutgers doing? Or did? Or whatever?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 14, 2014, 09:33:53 PM
Bollocks to all this NFL play off talk. How are Rutgers doing? Or did? Or whatever?

Noo Joisey's finest finished with a respectable 6 wins and 7 losses, losing their Bowl game to Notre Dame (in a game played at the Death Star)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 16, 2014, 11:04:15 AM
That was "Marcus Allen - A Football Life"




Back in 1982/83 my dad was working for Xerox in El Segundo, close to the Raiders training facility.

I doubt that there were many (if any) other 13 year olds in the UK who had a Marcus Allen jersey at that time.

I've just bought myself a new Marcus jersey to wear to the Raiders game at Wembley next season.


Here's the Bo Jackson "ESPN 30 for 30 " doc



The raiders jersey is just so amazing.  As a kid I had a Bo Jackson jersey, despite knowing nothing of the team.  My father, despite growing up in NYC (moved to NYC from Iran as a little kid) was a huge Dolphins fan, and took me to the store to get a jersey.  Back then stores only sold the jersey of the hometown team, which in Connecticut was the Giants and Jets.  But EVERY store carried the Raiders jerseys!

haha
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 16, 2014, 11:08:23 AM
Hoping for a Broncos - Seahawks Superbowl, but don't really mind the 49ers either.

Just don't want the Patriots and their Glory-Hunting Man Utd fans to get to the Superbowl.

Pats Fans really are the absolute worst. 

I grew up in CT, about 3 hours from Boston, and 30 mins from NYC.  I never met a Pats fan.  In fact, in the late 80's early 90's, the Pats almost left MA and moved to CT. 
I had a friend who went to college in MA and for the first two years he NEVER met a Pats fan.

Then they won't the first Super Bowl and they were everywhere.  Literally everywhere.  Where had they all been hiding? and every single one of them acts like they have been lifelong fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 16, 2014, 01:35:31 PM
It's a bit like that with Blues fans in Sutton Coldfield. I hadn't seen anyone wearing their shirt and then when they got promoted to the Premier, suddenly they were everywhere. Even now I can't remember the last time I saw one. I think their lot must only wear them when they're in the PL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2014, 08:15:53 PM
45F with bright sunshine at game time in Denver.

Altogether now............ "OMAHA......... OMAHA........."
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 19, 2014, 09:08:29 PM
Come on you Niners!!!!


Ps what's with the  'Omaha' shouts from Manning? Change of plays?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on January 19, 2014, 09:19:04 PM
Play clock is up.

You may have noticed, I am watching this game!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: villa kicks on January 19, 2014, 09:56:16 PM
Just swithced to the NFL from soccer ..Huge 1st down by denver and now touch down !! Broncos now Tom brady gonna come out and play !! 19-3 wot have the pats got for the 4th quarter ?? ! Broncos got this IMHO

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on January 19, 2014, 10:18:31 PM
I know little of the NFL but believe the technical for such a performance and position in a big game like this, is, pissing it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 19, 2014, 10:50:19 PM
Looks like the Patriots are done. Shame the Seattle-San Fran match isn't the early match.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: villa kicks on January 20, 2014, 12:46:06 AM
I'm on the sea hawks!  that immense noise is one of the best in world sports!  They got the skills to go ! Nowthey got points on board .. though good effort 49ners going 10 z up
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2014, 08:12:32 AM
Come on you Niners!!!!


Ps what's with the  'Omaha' shouts from Manning? Change of plays?

I don't think that it means anything. Manning and his O-Line know exactly what's going on and all the shouting is just him taking the piss to prove that he's the smartest bloke out there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2014, 09:16:30 AM
Happy that the Patriots aren't in the Superbowl, I can enjoy it now.

SPOILER ALERT (For those who didn't stay up until 3am watching the second game), think I'm hoping the Seahawks win, but I'm not too worried either way. 49ers had some tough calls from the officials. I'd never heard of the running into, rather than roughing the kicker call before.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 20, 2014, 09:14:36 PM
Finally watched and avoided Twitter etc all day...even avoided the Stuff on the telly thread once I saw UK redsox had posted on it!

Wanted Seahawks to win as I have developed a bit of a dislike for the 49ers after seeing them win at Candlestick and Wembley this season while wanting them to lose!  Seahawks offence not quite up to scratch against the Saints or here at times and I think the Broncos might actually prefer to play Seattle than San Fran.  Percy Harvin might be back though which gives them a choice at receiver.




Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 20, 2014, 10:43:05 PM
I've developed a bit of a dislike for the 49ers too. Nothing to do with them beating my team in the Play-Offs 2 years on the trot. No siree.

I've thought Seattle would win it for a few months now so I can't back against them now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 21, 2014, 09:00:22 AM
I've developed a bit of a dislike for the 49ers too. Nothing to do with them beating my team in the Play-Offs 2 years on the trot. No siree.

I've thought Seattle would win it for a few months now so I can't back against them now.

Don't forget they beat you in the regular season too ;-)     Mind you, we're playing them next season, so I should shut up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 21, 2014, 12:26:39 PM
On CBS News this morning, the NFL to review the extra point kick as it's a 99.99999999999999999999999% certainty, could go for a 7 point score for a TD instead and no extra point kick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 21, 2014, 12:28:39 PM
On CBS News this morning, the NFL to review the extra point kick as it's a 99.99999999999999999999999% certainty, could go for a 7 point score for a TD instead and no extra point kick.

The only downside to this is that it will remove any fake extra point attempts, where you go for 2.

Pretty rare that an extra point is missed, think the Jag's missed one this year and I can remember (I think) the Steelers kicking missing years ago in heavy wind and snow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2014, 01:05:26 PM
There's already been talk of eliminating kick offs and now they're on about removing the Extra Point. They'll have to rename the sport, "Ball".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 21, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
On CBS News this morning, the NFL to review the extra point kick as it's a 99.99999999999999999999999% certainty, could go for a 7 point score for a TD instead and no extra point kick.

The only downside to this is that it will remove any fake extra point attempts, where you go for 2.

Pretty rare that an extra point is missed, think the Jag's missed one this year and I can remember (I think) the Steelers kicking missing years ago in heavy wind and snow.

There was some discussion re the fake and the fact it would be lost entirely from the game.

I hope the weather clears up for Super Bowl, big storm headed into NJ, NY this afternoon and it's fookin freezing here at the moment.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 21, 2014, 02:18:16 PM
On CBS News this morning, the NFL to review the extra point kick as it's a 99.99999999999999999999999% certainty, could go for a 7 point score for a TD instead and no extra point kick.

Blindfold the kicker.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 21, 2014, 02:41:31 PM
I've developed a bit of a dislike for the 49ers too. Nothing to do with them beating my team in the Play-Offs 2 years on the trot. No siree.

I've thought Seattle would win it for a few months now so I can't back against them now.

Don't forget they beat you in the regular season too ;-)     Mind you, we're playing them next season, so I should shut up.

Yeah but I can live with that especially as it was a very close game at the start of the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 21, 2014, 02:53:24 PM
If they're saying the kick's so easy there's no point taking it then maybe they could move the kick further back
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 21, 2014, 02:54:36 PM
Or just have 2 point conversions
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 21, 2014, 04:22:38 PM
I quite like the decision of whether to go for the easy 1 point or whether to risk it and go for the 2. It only seems like it's the 4th quarter where teams ask this question though so maybe scrap the additional point in the first 3 quarters and keep it as it is for the 4th quarter?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 21, 2014, 08:10:30 PM
Disappointed for my 49ers, Seattle were better defensively though.
Maybe next year?

I'll be supporting the Seahawks...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 22, 2014, 02:15:11 PM
I'd like to see a new team win it. I don't mind Denver but I'll be cheering for the Ospreys.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2014, 09:50:35 AM
On CBS News this morning, the NFL to review the extra point kick as it's a 99.99999999999999999999999% certainty, could go for a 7 point score for a TD instead and no extra point kick.

The NFL copying yet another rule from the old "World Football League"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Football_League#Rules
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2014, 11:24:57 AM
Can we get 30 people together for this ?

http://www.stubhub.com/super-bowl-tickets/2014-super-bowl-east-rutherford-metlife-stadium-2-2-2014-4332573/?ticket_id=527757521
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 23, 2014, 12:18:57 PM
Can we get 30 people together for this ?

http://www.stubhub.com/super-bowl-tickets/2014-super-bowl-east-rutherford-metlife-stadium-2-2-2014-4332573/?ticket_id=527757521

Now that's what I'd spend my money on if I was rich.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2014, 12:44:22 PM
That's probably only about Ł500'000, a snip really.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2014, 02:34:29 PM
Can we get 30 people together for this ?

http://www.stubhub.com/super-bowl-tickets/2014-super-bowl-east-rutherford-metlife-stadium-2-2-2014-4332573/?ticket_id=527757521

Sounds good. You book it, I'll pay you back.









One day.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 23, 2014, 11:29:48 PM
I was at the Met Life Stadium today for a meeting, you'd have thought a week before Super Bowl the place would be buzzing with activity and people readying things, nope, it was like a ghost town.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 27, 2014, 11:57:51 AM
Come on you Niners!!!!


Ps what's with the  'Omaha' shouts from Manning? Change of plays?

not sure if this gets answered, but here.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/nfl/news/20140119/peyton-manning-omaha-charity.ap/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on January 27, 2014, 12:02:33 PM
I was at the Met Life Stadium today for a meeting, you'd have thought a week before Super Bowl the place would be buzzing with activity and people readying things, nope, it was like a ghost town.

Nothing is going on at that stadium (except for a HUGE secruity project) until Friday.

I am going to the NFL Super Bowl Blvd thing in the city on Thursday.  I figure we will never have a superbowl within driving distance for me again, so why not. Even if we do get one within 200 miles of me (NYCis like 30 miles) it will be in MA or PA or somewhere thats just too far. 

The teams don't even fly in until Monday, and will be practicing at high school facilities in NJ (from what a friend who is volunteering mentioned).

I find it funny that they are desperate for "volunteers" to help set-up and work...I mean... ummm. volunteer... on super bowl sunday.
But they don't get anything out of it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 27, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
I shall be watching it in the Aussie Bar on Broad Street on Sunday night, have the Monday off work. Have gone there for the last 2 years and it's pretty good fun.

There won't be the whining New England Patriot fans there this year though, which is a shame....  ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 27, 2014, 01:44:15 PM
I was at the Met Life Stadium today for a meeting, you'd have thought a week before Super Bowl the place would be buzzing with activity and people readying things, nope, it was like a ghost town.

Nothing is going on at that stadium (except for a HUGE secruity project) until Friday.

I am going to the NFL Super Bowl Blvd thing in the city on Thursday.  I figure we will never have a superbowl within driving distance for me again, so why not. Even if we do get one within 200 miles of me (NYCis like 30 miles) it will be in MA or PA or somewhere thats just too far. 

The teams don't even fly in until Monday, and will be practicing at high school facilities in NJ (from what a friend who is volunteering mentioned).

I find it funny that they are desperate for "volunteers" to help set-up and work...I mean... ummm. volunteer... on super bowl sunday.
But they don't get anything out of it.

Best hope we don't have another Polar Vortex across the tri-state area this week then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: midnite on January 28, 2014, 09:16:26 AM
Can't wait for Sunday. Flying in to NYC on Saturday night. I'm 49ers fan so have spent most of the week feeling hard done by with some of the decisions made why  kaepernick had to go for it on 1st and 10 like that and have the turn over I don't know. But he's still a rookie and got so much potential. I'm really excited by him.

Don't like the Seahawks so I'm going for the old guard and the broncos.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 28, 2014, 10:11:36 AM
Bring a coat fella, it's cold, more snow expected later this week as well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 28, 2014, 01:07:03 PM
Can't wait for Sunday. Flying in to NYC on Saturday night. I'm 49ers fan so have spent most of the week feeling hard done by with some of the decisions made why  kaepernick had to go for it on 1st and 10 like that and have the turn over I don't know. But he's still a rookie and got so much potential. I'm really excited by him.

Don't like the Seahawks so I'm going for the old guard and the broncos.

Are you going over for the game or just happen to be in NYC ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: midnite on January 28, 2014, 10:04:44 PM
Cheers Jon. Yeah, got my big ass coat plus the long johns :)

Over just for the game UK redsox. Fly out Saturday. Fly back Monday night. Can't bloody wait!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 29, 2014, 08:36:02 AM
Lucky bugger !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: midnite on January 29, 2014, 12:22:05 PM
I know. It's pretty awesome. Just hope the weather doesn't put a dampener on the event. Isn't it due to start to settle down tough for the weekend? You and Jon in NYC? We can try and meet up for a beer if you fancy it?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 29, 2014, 05:48:28 PM
They predicted it will be cold but dry on the forecast I saw so wrap up warm and you should be ok!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: midnite on January 29, 2014, 06:37:46 PM
We'll be in a hospitality box. So hopefully they'll have the heating on :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 31, 2014, 08:17:13 AM
Unofficial Superbowl X documentary

 http://deadspin.com/5981035/the-best-super-bowl-documentary-youve-never-seen-featuring-bill-murray-groupies-and-bob-irsay-being-a-dick/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 31, 2014, 08:38:41 AM
(http://i.huffpost.com/gen/1592712/thumbs/o-SUPER-BOWL-570.jpg?3)  :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 31, 2014, 07:17:07 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/SirPatStew/status/429274877884121089/photo/1?screen_name=SirPatStew

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BfUXOhNIUAAdJq0.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2014, 02:05:01 PM
About bloody time !!

Ray Guy elected to the Hall of Fame (http://www.insidebayarea.com/raiders/ci_25043345/nfl-hall-fame-raiders-ray-guy-finally-gets)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2014, 09:06:13 PM
Not long until the Superb Owl starts.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2014, 10:59:57 PM
Not long until the Superb Owl starts.

I've gibbon up watching it live.

I wonder if Lambonite is stuck in this ?

http://deadspin.com/scenes-from-the-super-bowl-transit-nightmare-1514479871
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2014, 11:36:21 PM
First play is a safety.  Whoops.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 03, 2014, 12:30:50 AM
First play is a safety.  Whoops.
Crazy start!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 03, 2014, 12:40:36 AM
Peyton choking
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 03, 2014, 01:34:02 AM
Wow, Seattle's Gabby just took off and scored! Second half, third quarter, whatever, what a start. Percy Harvin can shift a bit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 03, 2014, 02:35:50 AM
Peyton choking
Not really, his stats are still good in the game.  Seattle's defence is just ridiculously good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 03, 2014, 07:29:48 AM
Peyton choking
Not really, his stats are still good in the game.  Seattle's defence is just ridiculously good.

Peyton's stats were good all season. However, his passes were very wobbly at times and that cost him last night.

The Seahawks set out their defensive stall by winning the toss and opting to kick off to the Broncos. I'm not sure what went wrong with that first snap.

BTW, the Seahawks scored after 12 seconds at the start of each half.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on February 03, 2014, 09:08:39 AM
Not long until the Superb Owl starts.

I've gibbon up watching it live.

I wonder if Lambonite is stuck in this ?

http://deadspin.com/scenes-from-the-super-bowl-transit-nightmare-1514479871

NJ Transit is laughable at the best of times, for yesterdays game, they only started service to Meadowlands 3.5 hours before the game and only every 20 minutes, so 3 trains an hour, genius.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tokyo Sexwhale on February 03, 2014, 10:44:21 AM
Peyton choking
Not really, his stats are still good in the game.  Seattle's defence is just ridiculously good.

Peyton's stats were good all season. However, his passes were very wobbly at times and that cost him last night.

The Seahawks set out their defensive stall by winning the toss and opting to kick off to the Broncos. I'm not sure what went wrong with that first snap.

BTW, the Seahawks scored after 12 seconds at the start of each half.

I know it sort of worked out last night, but what would be the tactical purpose of letting the other side attack first?

As far as I can tell you don't have a set number of attacks in a quarter, so surely it makes sense to go first and try to get some points on the board?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on February 03, 2014, 12:18:54 PM

I know it sort of worked out last night, but what would be the tactical purpose of letting the other side attack first?

As far as I can tell you don't have a set number of attacks in a quarter, so surely it makes sense to go first and try to get some points on the board?

It's normally so you can have the first attack in the second half when you have a better idea of how the game is going.

Also you can manage the clock so you have the final attack of the first half knowing you will get the ball first after the break.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 03, 2014, 10:54:57 PM
Correct.  Teams with strong defence normally do this, see: Steelers, Ravens.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on February 04, 2014, 02:01:09 PM
Did this ad really screen during the game?  Kudos if it did!

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 04, 2014, 04:00:37 PM
Some how, I doubt it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 04, 2014, 05:08:20 PM
It was a fake Super Bowl advert. Here (http://www.reelseo.com/super-bowl-ads-banned/) is an article mentioning it which also covers all the adverts that the NFL banned from a pro-gun advert to a Native American campaign to persuade Washington to change their nickname.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 05, 2014, 08:21:01 AM
Where's lambonite with his trip report ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: midnite on February 09, 2014, 09:47:09 AM
Sorry UK Redsox. I've been wiped out all week. The Super Bowl is an amazing experience. The Americans certainly know how to put on a show.

The NFL got very lucky though in my opinion. Be weather could have made this very unpleasant. It was a train or bus ride from the city into the MetLife arena. All roads were closed off (hummers with gun mounted turrets lined the streets. They were taking no risks). It took over an hour to get from Penn station to MetLife because of the security checks. It then look nearly two hours to queue up and go through a second set of security checks at the arena. If it had been as cold and as snowy as the day after it would have been incredibly miserable.

Once in it was any beer you liked as long as it was Bud and at $14 for a bottle it took the piss! But otherwise it was an incredible time. Shame the game was so one sided but the Seahawks fans were brilliant. They can make some noise!!!

The precision and timing of everything from the flyover during the national anthem to the stage at half time was brilliant. We all had these Pepsi hats to wear at half time for a light display to go with Bruno Mars' performance.

It was just such a shame about the game itself. You want and hope for a tight game with some jaw dropping plays on show. This is what the Super Bowl is about. What on earth happened to the broncos no one knows. All the media afterwards was on Payton's back which I was surprised about too. He wasn't responsible for the bad snap at the start or the fumbles later on. Granted he threw some bad interceptions though.

Arizona next year. Would I do it again? Abso-bloody-lutely.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 09, 2014, 10:32:29 AM
I'm gonna go out on a limb and say I reckon Arizona will be hotter! Glad you enjoyed yourself I reckon all contributors to this thread are very jealous!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 10, 2014, 08:23:03 AM
The NFL could be about to have its first openly gay player

http://espn.go.com/espn/otl/story/_/id/10429030/michael-sam-missouri-tigers-says-gay
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 12, 2014, 02:39:57 PM
Good luck to him.

Unless he signs for one of our rivals, obviously.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 15, 2014, 09:40:18 AM
More on the Dolphins / Richie Incogarsehole investigation

http://deadspin.com/the-worst-stuff-from-the-dolphins-investigation-updati-1522846626
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 15, 2014, 10:36:37 AM
Nice work if you can get it ............

The Commish earned $44.2m in 2012

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10457530/roger-goodell-nfl-commissioner-made-442-million-2012
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 18, 2014, 01:06:30 PM
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000316435/article/2014-nfl-free-agents-team

Free Agents for 2014, although imagine some will be re-signed by teams
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 18, 2014, 03:49:50 PM
I hope we release Hester. There's no point in keeping a kick returner when the league has gone out of its way to ban kick returns.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 18, 2014, 03:57:31 PM
I hope we release Hester. There's no point in keeping a kick returner when the league has gone out of its way to ban kick returns.

Yes, plus you might as well put a rookie in the returning positions, say a running back or wide receiver.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 18, 2014, 04:58:42 PM
I think a lot of those Packers players will be renewed and if that's a sign of what to expect elsewhere, there won't be many players worth having being released.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 18, 2014, 05:39:56 PM
I don't know much about College Football. Does anyone know if this year's draft is particularly deep in good defensive prospects for the Bears to sign?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 18, 2014, 10:28:44 PM
I've got an ESPN online subscription, is I'll check out Mel Kiper's draft board for you tomorrow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 19, 2014, 03:53:02 AM
Many thanks. :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 19, 2014, 07:49:18 AM
From ESPN but not from Kiper

Chicago Bears: Defensive line, linebacker
In the 10 years between 2003 and 2012, Chicago boasted a top-10 DVOA defense in seven seasons, a top-5 defense in five and led the league outright in DVOA twice. (DVOA is Football Outsiders' defense-adjusted value over average metric, explained here.)

The 2012 Bears defense led the league with a minus-26.8 percent DVOA, the team's best performance in our 25 years of data going back to 1989. (Better defense is negative, not positive, because it is preventing scoring.) Last year, the defense disintegrated. The 2013 Bears defense languished near the bottom of the league with an 8.6 percent DVOA, the team's worst performance in that 24-year span. After a 10-year reign of terror, and absent Lovie Smith and Brian Urlacher, the Monsters of the Midway were decisively vanquished.

By the end of the season, opponents had learned there was no reason to ever pass against the Bears' horror show of a rushing defense, a unit that ranked second-worst in the league in adjusted line yards (4.45) and worst in the league in second-level yards (which measures the run-stopping ability of the linebacking corps). While defensive ends Julius Peppers and Shea McClellin were merely uninspiring against the run, the major headaches came up the middle, as defensive tackles Corey Wootton, Stephen Paea and Landon Cohen had the worst ALY in the league between the tackles when they were actually healthy enough to be on the field. Backup linebacker Jon Bostic didn't help and was often lost in space on run support.

Unfortunately for Bears general manager Phil Emery, there are no easy fixes for this quagmire. The ends and outside linebackers played reasonably well considering their age (Peppers, 34; Lance Briggs, 33; James Anderson, 30) or their lack of experience (McClellin). McClellin, who will be entering his third season, should get better, but Peppers, Briggs and Anderson are on the downward slope of their career arcs. Bostic has potential, but it's too early to pencil him in at the Mike linebacker spot, especially after a disappointing rookie campaign. Wootton, Anderson and two starters up the middle who missed significant time, middle linebacker D.J. Williams and defensive tackle Henry Melton, are all free agents. The cash-strapped Bears have to hope they can swing the low but significant outlay on Williams, while shoring up both defensive tackle and linebacker through the draft as they plan ahead.

Chicago is in a good position to get a potential impact tackle like Timmy Jernigan or Louis Nix III near the middle of the first round, as well as draft projects at both positions in later rounds as the defensive retrenchment begins.


Timmy Jernigan
DTJunior6-2, 298 lbsFlorida St
Scouts Grade94
Position Rank1
Overall Rank6
40-YD Dash4.99
ConferenceACC
2013 NCAA Football Stats
Tackles   Sacks   INT
44   4.5   —
ProfilePlayer NewsConversation
Overall Football Traits
Production   3   2011: (13/0) 30 tackles, 6 TFL, 2.5 sacks; 2012: (13/2) 46 tackles, 8 TFL, 1.5 sacks
Height-Weight-Speed   3   On the lighter side, but adequate height and good estimated top-end speed.
Durability   3   Sustained high ankle sprain in spring of 2013. Suffered torn MCL and slightly torn meniscus in spring of 2012.
Intangibles   2   Above-average work ethic and desire to get better. Student of the game and aware of Florida State's impressive history at defensive tackle. Relationship with position coach Odell Haggins played big role in decision to attend Florida State. Haggins has been a coach at Florida State for 20 years and played nose guard for the Seminoles. Jernigan has made questionable comments on Twitter and maturity needs to be investigated further.
1 = EXCEPTIONAL2 = ABOVE AVERAGE3 = AVERAGE4 = BELOW AVERAGE5 = MARGINAL
Defensive Tackle Specific Traits
Versus the Run   1   Disruptive and can make plays in the backfield. Anchors well one-on-one and flashes the ability to split double teams. Strong with low center of gravity. Room for improvement as a hand fighter and could get off blocks quicker at times, but flashes the ability to control blockers. Shoots hands inside and is strong up top. Above-average range and can make plays outside the tackle.
Pass Rush Skills   3   Adequate bull rusher who can generate push and move quarterbacks off the spot, but power not his greatest asset and he relies on it too much at this point. He has tools to get much better in this area. Flashes effective rip and swim moves. Enough lateral mobility to set up offensive linemen in one direction before redirecting in the opposite direction. Above-average closing speed and body control for size.
Quickness (hands/feet)   1   Active and violent hands defending the run and rushing the passer. Explosive first step. Beats blockers to the point and can shoot gaps. Above-average lateral mobility and balance working down line.
Toughness/Motor   2   Plays with an edge. Relentless would be an understatement. Is aided by consistent rotation that kept him fresh, but shows above-average overall effort. Chases the run and can get to quarterback with second effort. Doesn't gear down when teams commit two blockers to him, or back down when blockers try to get in his face.

Louis Nix III
DTSenior6-3, 340 lbsNotre Dame
Scouts Grade92
Position Rank2
Overall Rank14
40-YD Dash5.17
ConferenceIA Indep.
2013 NCAA Football Stats
Tackles   Sacks   INT
8   —   —
ProfilePlayer NewsConversation
Overall Football Traits
Production   2   2010: Redshirted; 2011: (13/11) 45 tackles, 4.5 TFL, .5 sack; 2012: (13/11) 50 tackles, 7.5 TFL, 2 sacks; Career: 4 PBU, 2 FF.
Height-Weight-Speed   1   Ideal measureables for a two-gap DT, with a massive lower half. Estimated top-end speed is very good for size.
Durability   1   Suffered a minor leg injury during the BCS title game versus Alabama, but returned to the field a few plays later. No other significant injuries to our knowledge.
Intangibles   2   Oldest of 11 siblings and half-siblings. Elected to stay in school to fulfill his mother Stephanie Wingfield's dream of walking out with him on Senior Day. Charismatic and outgoing individual who is enrolled in the College of Arts and Letters as a film, television and theatre major. Scouts will monitor weight, which has been an issue in the past. Nix weighed as much as 368 pounds in high school. Worked hard in summer of 2012 and was reportedly in the best shape of his life during the 2012 season.
1 = EXCEPTIONAL2 = ABOVE AVERAGE3 = AVERAGE4 = BELOW AVERAGE5 = MARGINAL
Defensive Tackle Specific Traits
Versus the Run   1   Disruptive two-gap interior space eater. Ideal anchor and rarely gives ground. Comes off with good pad level to get initial surge. Above-average upper-body power. Heavy and active hands to shed blocks and redirect. Range is more than adequate for a man his size. Good instincts to find the ball.
Pass Rush Skills   3   More disruptive than production indicates. Not strictly a power rusher and shows a variety of pass-rush moves. When he's fresh he comes off the ball with the pad level and leverage to collapse pocket. Hands are always working. Closing burst is adequate for size. Flashes instincts and gets his hands in throwing lanes.
Quickness (hands/feet)   1   Excellent first-step quickness and snap anticipation. Consistently the first defender off the ball. Hands are quicker than feet, but foot quickness is more than adequate. Possesses a powerful initial punch. Lateral agility is above-average for a 340-pounder.
Toughness/Motor   3   Tough and fights hard on the inside. Continued to play hard late in the BCS title game when team was getting blown out. Gives solid effort chasing in pursuit when fresh. Endurance and weight will be a challenge throughout his career.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 19, 2014, 01:23:31 PM
The question is which defensive players to go for. I'd like us to re-sign Wootton, thought he filled in well at DT, when he is really a DE.

Signing Melton would be a big risk, as you don't know whether he'll be injured a lot like last season.

I think it might be time to let Tillman go.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 24, 2014, 12:17:51 PM
Goodbye Metrodome.  (http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-26320926)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 24, 2014, 08:19:15 PM
Goodbye Metrodome.  (http://m.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-26320926)

It finally succumbed, 14 years after it survived the Minnesota Twins giving me a mic and having me sing "Take me out to the ballgame".

I never went to a football game there but it wasn't a bad place to watch baseball as long as you were in the infield. Down the lines, the seats faced in an awkward direction.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 26, 2014, 12:59:27 PM
http://www1.skysports.com/american-football/news/12118/9185521/nfl-oakland-raiders-owner-mark-davis-says-no-more-excuses

One for UK Redsox - Could the Oakland Raiders come good this year? (probably not).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 26, 2014, 05:33:17 PM
They'll come good the same season Cleveland do.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 27, 2014, 07:42:49 AM
I'm not holding out much hope. Even when the Raiders totally stink and have a high draft pick, they choose JaMarcus Russell and Darrius Heyward-Bey.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 27, 2014, 08:51:34 AM
I'm not holding out much hope. Even when the Raiders totally stink and have a high draft pick, they choose JaMarcus Russell and Darrius Heyward-Bey.

Do you think the Raiders will go for a QB with their 1st pick? I think it would be better used on other areas of your team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 27, 2014, 04:03:25 PM
At some point Rob Ryan has to become Raiders coach. He just looks the part.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 28, 2014, 09:20:26 AM
Bears have signed up OC/OG Garza, so our Offensive Line is sorted.

The big question is whether we'll keep Peppers (who is on tonnes of money) and Tillman, who is getting older and had injury problems last year.

Can see us keeping at least one out of Wootton and Melton.

Rumoured that we may cut Earl Bennett (they seem to think that Marquess Wilson is ready to be the No. 3 Receiver) and Michael Bush (I think you can usually pick up decent running-backs outside of the Draft). Also wonder whether we'll extend McCown's contract or not.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 05, 2014, 12:57:11 PM
Free Agency starts soon.

Modified as I think I'm wrong about when it starts - definitely soon though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 11, 2014, 08:58:43 AM
Apparently we're looking to trade Peppers and are hoping to get Lamarr Houston from the Oakland Raiders - is he any good UK Redsox?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 11, 2014, 11:07:48 AM
Apparently we're looking to trade Peppers and are hoping to get Lamarr Houston from the Oakland Raiders - is he any good UK Redsox?

I thinks that's all you need to know
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 11, 2014, 11:37:21 AM
Oh dear. That swine Michael Bennett (Martellus' brother) signed a new contract with the Seahawks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 11, 2014, 01:48:07 PM
Fucking pretentious osprey bastards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 11, 2014, 04:37:55 PM
Free Agency starts at 8pm our time. We just need a Defensive Line, Linebacking Core and Secondary and I think we can win the Superbowl  8)

Oh and Cutler to not get injured/throw needless interceptions/hang on to the ball for too long.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 12, 2014, 09:12:42 AM
Bears have signed DE Lamarr Houston and released Peppers.

Aqib Talib has gone to the Denver Broncos.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 13, 2014, 07:34:19 AM


Aqib Talib has gone to the Denver Broncos.

Revis Island to the Pats

Meanwhile.................

The Browns have cut quarterbacks Brandon Weeden and Jason Campbell

Rumour is that they're after Matt Schaub
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 13, 2014, 08:57:58 AM
Weeden is rubbish, Campbell is limited. Shaub's an interesting choice, they never seem to do very well with QBs.

The other bloke, Hoyer I think his name is, looked okay last year, but got injured early on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 13, 2014, 09:16:26 AM
I see that Josh McCown has gone to Lovie Smith's Buccaneers. Good luck to him, I think Glennon does a similar job, maybe they're hoping that McCown can help to guide him through.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 14, 2014, 08:05:25 AM
Steve Smith cut by the Panthers

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1988489-steve-smith-reportedly-will-be-cut-by-panthers-latest-details-and-reaction


Vince Wilfork wants out of Foxborough

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24481552/report-vince-wilfork-asks-patriots-for-his-release
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 17, 2014, 01:22:38 PM
Peppers had gone to the Packers, can see him coming back to haunt us!

Melton still in talks with various teams; the Seahawks, Vikings, Cowboys and Bears I think.

Looking at the 'Worst moves in Free Agency' on the NFL website, they're saying that all of the Raiders' moves have been dreadful, could be a long season UK Redsox.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 18, 2014, 12:28:43 PM

Looking at the 'Worst moves in Free Agency' on the NFL website, they're saying that all of the Raiders' moves have been dreadful, could be a long season UK Redsox.

At least I'll get to see them lose in person for the first time

Its lucky that my attachment to the Raiders in the NFL is the loosest of any of my sports supporting attachments.

I also follow the Bills (another team that my dad used to watch when he was working for Xerox) and to a lesser extent the Patriots (its a Boston thing !)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 18, 2014, 12:41:31 PM
Three different teams? Are you Beijing Redsox 4 Lyf?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 18, 2014, 01:06:59 PM
Urgh, the Patriots! Hateful team.

The Raiders have signed Wide Received James Jones, who is useful.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 18, 2014, 02:50:39 PM
Three different teams? Are you Beijing Redsox 4 Lyf?

He also worked in Dallas but I'm not bothered about them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 19, 2014, 12:10:53 PM
Henry Melton is going to the Dallas Cowboys. Jared Allen looks unlikely to sign with anyone!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 20, 2014, 09:18:08 AM
The Redskins have proposed moving the kick-off forward to the 40 yard line and making them even more boring than they already are.

Why don't they just remove all kick-offs and field goals attempts from the game, it seems to be what they want to do?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 20, 2014, 11:10:57 AM
The rule should be if you get a touchback you start from the forty-yard line. Force teams to kick to returners rather than just whacking it long.

And haven't they changed their name yet?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 20, 2014, 11:14:27 AM
The rule should be if you get a touchback you start from the forty-yard line. Force teams to kick to returners rather than just whacking it long.

And haven't they changed their name yet?

You get a touchback if it goes out the back of the endzone anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 20, 2014, 11:16:15 AM
I know, but after a touchback you start on the twenty yard line. If they had it so you start on the forty yard line, after a touchback, kickers will be forced to kick to returners.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 20, 2014, 11:22:41 AM
I know, but after a touchback you start on the twenty yard line. If they had it so you start on the forty yard line, after a touchback, kickers will be forced to kick to returners.

The NFL don't want teams to kick to the returners, its deemed dangerous.

Any rule changes will be in order to reduce the number of returns not increase them
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 20, 2014, 11:31:17 AM
I'm aware of that, I just think all the rule changes are bollocks. The kick return is one of the most interesting parts of the game. Even my girlfriend, who has no interest in NFL whatsoever, looked up when somebody returned a kick for a touchdown and said "oh, that was exciting".

If they're concerned, allow thicker padding for returners or something. Don't ruin the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 20, 2014, 08:57:37 PM
Kick Returns are great and, off the top of my head, there's no injuries on that type of play that come to mind.

A Wide Receiver running a crossing pattern in front of the Safeties in in far more danger.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 21, 2014, 09:15:56 AM
In Bears news, Hester has signed up with the Falcons. Pleased that he managed to find a team.

Corey Wootton has gone to the Vikings, which is disappointing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 21, 2014, 11:32:05 AM
Jared Allen's been in talks with the Seahawks but there's no deal yet
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on March 21, 2014, 01:31:26 PM
Aaron Rodgers sounds happy about the guys we've signed, though I suppose that was inevitable. I have no idea whether they're any good. Signing that ex-Bears player on a free sounds like we're trying to sort the defence out which we desperately need to do.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 21, 2014, 02:32:05 PM
Aaron Rodgers sounds happy about the guys we've signed, though I suppose that was inevitable. I have no idea whether they're any good. Signing that ex-Bears player on a free sounds like we're trying to sort the defence out which we desperately need to do.

Peppers is still going to be a good Defensive Lineman, it just would have cost us a fortune to keep him on. He's not a top level DL anymore, but still pretty good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 21, 2014, 03:11:42 PM
He's not bad for the odd down and I suppose knowing the Bears' playbook will be a useful asset at Green Bay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 21, 2014, 04:18:35 PM
He's not bad for the odd down and I suppose knowing the Bears' playbook will be a useful asset at Green Bay.

You could say the same for Wootton at the Vikings.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on March 21, 2014, 10:53:11 PM
Aaron Rodgers sounds happy about the guys we've signed, though I suppose that was inevitable. I have no idea whether they're any good. Signing that ex-Bears player on a free sounds like we're trying to sort the defence out which we desperately need to do.

Peppers is still going to be a good Defensive Lineman, it just would have cost us a fortune to keep him on. He's not a top level DL anymore, but still pretty good.


From what I read, you guys signed someone on big money and keeping Peppers on would have pushed you over the salary cap.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 21, 2014, 11:28:24 PM
Matt Schaub's signed for the Raiders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on March 26, 2014, 02:40:01 PM
Da Bears have signed Jared Allen on a 4-year contract.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 26, 2014, 02:46:47 PM
Da Bears have signed Jared Allen on a 4-year contract.

I was a bit surprised by that one, hopefully he can still do a job.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 26, 2014, 02:51:19 PM
Seems like it is only really likely to be two years guaranteed. I like the signing, will be an immediate upgrade on what we have, will hopefully help the development of potential draft picks, and will annoy the Vikings.

I can't remember a Free Agency when there was as much in-division trading as there has been in the NFC North this year. Musical chairs in the Midwest.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 26, 2014, 02:53:25 PM
Matt Schaub's signed for the Raiders

Good signing for them I reckon. Quarter-Backs can carry on to be in their late-thirties so expect him to be there for a while.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 26, 2014, 10:29:57 PM
Ralph Wilson died earlier in the week

The last of the original AFL founders who still owned his team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 27, 2014, 07:51:22 AM
Northwestern University players win the first stage of their fight to unionize

http://espn.go.com/espn/otl/story/_/id/10678393/nlrb-director-decision-follows-road-map-laid-northwestern-quarterback-kain-colter-legal-team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 27, 2014, 10:09:32 AM
Good. Shocking with the attendances they get, and the money they make, that universities can't even compensate players when they get career-ending injuries. As they risk life and limb for their colleges, I reckon they should be paid a wage. Not an NFL-size package, obviously, but give them something anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 27, 2014, 11:43:56 AM
I know that I sometimes go over the top with my analogues regarding NCAA Football and Basketball but what these multi-billion dollar industries get away with is incredible.

The Universities are rolling in money and yet if a player receives any benefits (not just money, even a free tattoo from a fan can cause trouble) they can be suspended and (because there's nowhere else for them to play) have their chances of a professional career reduced.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 28, 2014, 06:51:34 PM
Eagles release DeSean Jackson.

Apparently for "off field" reasons

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10688873/desean-jackson-released-philadelphia-eagles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 28, 2014, 08:38:34 PM
So naturally he will end up at the Jets.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 29, 2014, 10:28:40 AM
Jackson seems like a Raider or Bengal type signing to me
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on March 29, 2014, 06:52:27 PM
Any activity for the 49'ers Redsox?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 29, 2014, 08:33:06 PM
Any activity for the 49'ers Redsox?

Rumoured to be interested in Jackson
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 29, 2014, 08:35:03 PM
It was 30 years ago tonight that the Colts left Baltimore.

I remember this well.

UKR Sr. was working in Rochester, NY at the time and phoned home to tell me about it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 30, 2014, 01:42:42 PM
Looks like Mo-Jo-Drew is heading to the Raiders

He's from Oakland
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 03, 2014, 07:41:20 AM
DeSean Jackson signs for the Washington Football Team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 03, 2014, 08:53:10 AM
Is it my imagination or have the Raiders signed about 40 players in this off season? They seem to sign a new player every day.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 03, 2014, 09:06:42 AM
They need all the help they can get
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 05, 2014, 11:02:33 AM
The Titans have release Chris Johnson.

There's a player who should help another team next season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 08, 2014, 09:35:48 AM
Da Bears have had Josh Freeman training with them. He hasn't exactly been a shining success with the Buccaneers and Vikings. Seems to have an attitude problem and lack of effort. Clearly talented though.

Would be backup to Cutler if we took him on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 08, 2014, 11:02:41 AM
Apparently "Johnny Football" is scheduled for a two day visit with the Raiders.

Doesn't strike me as having the kind of arm that the Raiders normally look for in a QB.

He'd be ideal for the Eagles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on April 08, 2014, 01:09:58 PM
Manziel to me looks like a bust just waiting to happen. Too much attention and self promotion. The NFL has no mercy and some lineman is going run right over him, or one of his tackles might just miss a blocking assignment accidentally on purpose. We've seen so many supposedly great college players burn out in a year or two. Look at Matt Leinhart or Vince Young as prime examples and they weren't close to Manziel from an attention grabbing standpoint. He's a very good college player, there is no doubt, but something doesn't sit right about his attitude that will hurt him as a pro.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 22, 2014, 09:48:25 AM
The Raiders have traded Pryor to the Seahawks for a 7th round pick. Seems an odd decision to me, he has some talent.

Will be a useful backup to Russell Wilson.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 22, 2014, 07:58:58 PM
The Raiders have traded Pryor to the Seahawks for a 7th round pick. Seems an odd decision to me, he has some talent.

Will be a useful backup to Russell Wilson.

Pryor lost his place with the Raiders to an undrafted rookie QB, so the writing was on the wall.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 24, 2014, 08:46:27 AM
The Raiders have traded Pryor to the Seahawks for a 7th round pick. Seems an odd decision to me, he has some talent.

Will be a useful backup to Russell Wilson.

Pryor lost his place with the Raiders to an undrafted rookie QB, so the writing was on the wall.

I just think you could have gotten better than a 7th round pick for him, like maybe 4-5th.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 24, 2014, 08:47:18 AM
The NFL schedules are out today, Packers @ Seahawks to start off with and Da Bears against the Lions on Thanksgiving:-

http://www.nfl.com/schedules
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 24, 2014, 10:59:53 AM
Looks likely that three of Da Bears' first four games will be televised so I won't be watching much Redzone in the early weeks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 24, 2014, 12:52:12 PM
Just in case anyone's planning to go over next season................

Quote
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
Allows teams to play their way onto the Sunday night schedule

In 2006 the NFL implemented a primetime "flexible scheduling" element on Sundays in Weeks 10-15 and in Week 17.

Flexible scheduling ensured quality matchups on Sunday night in those weeks and gave surprise teams a chance to play their way onto primetime.

The NFL schedule will again utilize flexible scheduling in Weeks 11-17. The NBC Sunday night time slot for "flex" weeks will list the game tentatively scheduled for Sunday night.

Only Sunday afternoon games are eligible to be moved to Sunday night, in which case the tentatively scheduled Sunday night game will be moved to an afternoon start time. Flexible scheduling will not be applied to games airing on Thursday, Saturday or Monday nights.

Just as the six major college football conferences have done for many years, the NFL will have the flexibility to move the start times of games on Sundays, using a 12-day notice format.

For example, a game scheduled for a Sunday could move from a 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff to an 8:15 p.m. start, but the change would be made and announced no later than the prior Tuesday, 12 days prior.

The NFL has commonly moved games between 1:00 p.m. ET and 4:15 p.m. ET on Sunday afternoons, and the NFL now employs flexible scheduling to include one of its primetime packages of games - on Sunday evenings.

Sunday afternoon games, as in the past, can still be moved between 1:00 and 4:05 or 4:15 p.m. ET.

In Week 17, in order to ensure a Sunday night game with playoff implications, the decision to move the start time may be made on six days notice.

NFL FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING 101
Begins Sunday of Week 11
In effect during Weeks 11-17
Only Sunday afternoon games are subject to being moved into the Sunday night window.
The game that has been tentatively scheduled for Sunday night during flex weeks will be listed at 8:15 p.m. ET.
The majority of games on Sundays will be listed at 1:00 p.m. ET during flex weeks except for games played in Pacific or Mountain Time zones which will be listed at 4:05 or 4:15 p.m. ET.
No impact on Thursday, Saturday or Monday night games.
The NFL will decide (after consultation with CBS, FOX, NBC) and announce as early as possible the game being played at 8:15 p.m. ET. The announcement will come no later than 12 days prior to the game. The NFL may also announce games moving to 4:05 p.m. ET and 4:15 p.m. ET.
Week 17 start time changes could be decided on 6 days notice to ensure a game with playoff implications.
The NBC Sunday night time slot in "flex" weeks will list the game that has been tentatively scheduled for Sunday night.
Fans and ticket holders must be aware that NFL games in flex weeks are subject to change 12 days in advance (6 days in Week 17) and should plan accordingly.
NFL schedules all games.
Teams will be informed as soon as they are no longer under consideration or eligible for a move to Sunday night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on April 24, 2014, 02:44:55 PM
Looks likely that three of Da Bears' first four games will be televised so I won't be watching much REDZONE in the early weeks.

You could find a stream when they're not on Sky.

Interesting that one of the Thanksgiving games is Lions-Bears. It's normally Lions-Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 24, 2014, 03:05:12 PM
I don't really like watching streams, always worried they'll bugger up my PC. If the Bears game isn't on, I don't mind watching a bit of Redzone.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2014, 08:37:57 AM
Redzone is one mankind's greatest inventions
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 25, 2014, 08:57:36 AM
Redzone is one mankind's greatest inventions

No adverts, another thing about the NFL that seems so un-American.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 02, 2014, 11:28:28 AM
NFL Draft 1st Round is on Sky Sports coverage starts at midnight on Thursday night (technically Friday morning). Think the draft actually starts at about 1am though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 03, 2014, 11:28:16 AM
NFL Draft 1st Round is on Sky Sports coverage starts at midnight on Thursday night (technically Friday morning). Think the draft actually starts at about 1am though.

The NFL have hinted that they want to expand the draft to a four day event.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 03, 2014, 11:30:09 AM
Being the Houston GM must be tough at the moment. He's damned if he does and damned if he doesn't take Johnny Football with the first pick.

The bloke had Bush Sr and Mrs Bush plus the Texas Governor at his pro-day fer fecks sake.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 08, 2014, 12:10:40 PM
I think he'd be mad to take Manziel with the first pick, there's some talk that they made trade it anyway.

Nearly time for the Draft, very excited although I won't be watching it until Saturday morning, so I'll have to stay away from this thread.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 08, 2014, 02:43:37 PM
If Houston keep the first pick I expect them to take Clowney

Mel Kiper's latest mock draft

1Jadeveon ClowneyHouston Texans (2-14)COLLEGE: South CarolinaClass: JrHT: 6-5WT: 266POS: DE
Analysis: No change here from the last mock. I'll also say again that I believe the Texans are still evaluating multiple options for this pick and certainly would listen to offers, but in this scenario, I feel they will ultimately go with the best player available. I know people will question scheme fit, but guys like Clowney, and certainly J.J. Watt, really transcend scheme. You shift the gap assignments and alignments for guys like these, and you're still going to see major disruption. If you skip sack totals and focus on disruption, Clowney really wasn't a lesser player in 2013 than he was in 2012.


2Greg RobinsonSt. Louis Rams (7-9)COLLEGE: AuburnHT: 6-5WT: 332POS: OT
Analysis: This is also a spot at which I've noted before I'd consider going with Sammy Watkins. And the Rams should also keep the phone lines open here. But if they stay, I think Robinson fits a pretty good balance equation of major talent and major need. This is a player with the upside of an All-Pro tackle. There's still some development left here, particularly in the passing game, but Robinson is only a year removed from playing guard. Not only can St. Louis pass on a wide receiver here, it's a loaded draft at that position and the Rams can pass on WR at No. 13, too, and still be fine.


3Sammy WatkinsJacksonville Jaguars (4-12)COLLEGE: ClemsonClass: JrHT: 6-0WT: 211POS: WR
Analysis: First of all, the Jags will deserve absolutely no heat if they don't take a quarterback here. There's just not enough certainty at that position anywhere in the rookie class to make it imperative to get one at this point. Secondly, even if it seemed like less of a risk, I'm not sure the Jags would do it. I really think they will take the best player at what is probably at least a minor position of need, and I like the Watkins fit. Watkins gives them a dynamic talent, a player who really can help a quarterback, and, given the uncertain future of Justin Blackmon, the depth chart could use Watkins' size and speed combination.


4Johnny ManzielCleveland Browns (4-12)COLLEGE: Texas A&MClass: SophHT: 5-11WT: 207POS: QB
Analysis: Of course it's a risk, but the Browns are in a reasonable position to take a quarterback at this spot and still come out of this draft with impact regardless of what they get out of that quarterback early on. I've also noted before I don't think they need to draft Manziel with the assumption that he starts in Week 1. Brian Hoyer offers a reasonable bridge to a young starter. If Watkins is available here, I can see that as the pick, and I'm not sure Manziel is the No. 1 choice for the Browns at quarterback. But I'll bet on their belief in his ceiling here.


5Khalil MackOakland Raiders (4-12)COLLEGE: BuffaloHT: 6-2WT: 251POS: OLB
Analysis: I'm keeping Mack here from the most recent mock. The additions in free agency at a few spots -- namely at quarterback -- give the Raiders the chance to draft the best player available, and they certainly need an addition to the pass rush. The additions of veteran linemen in free agency don't really diminish that need, and as they look for early impact, Mack's usefulness as a three-down player helps. The Raiders should consider moving down and collecting additional pick assets, as they did last season when they made a first-night deal with Miami.


6Taylor LewanAtlanta Falcons (4-12)COLLEGE: MichiganHT: 6-7WT: 309POS: OT
Analysis: There's been some buzz about Atlanta as a team capable of moving up to take Clowney, but the problem with that is while pass rush is a major need, it doesn't protect the single biggest asset this franchise has, which is Matt Ryan. Yeah, they need a pass-rusher, but tackle is also a major need for the Falcons. If you don't move up and opt to stay here, you still have a chance to take a player capable of going that high -- I really think Lewan could have challenged for No. 1 had he entered the draft last season. Match that level of value with obvious need and you could do a lot worse. Lewan can play.


7Mike EvansTampa Bay Buccaneers (4-12)COLLEGE: Texas A&MClass: SophHT: 6-4WT: 231POS: WR
Analysis: I'd actually consider this another possible trade slot. When you consider how deep the draft is at wide receiver -- and the current shape of this roster -- I think the Bucs would listen here. If they stay put, I certainly like the Evans fit. Vincent Jackson is 31 years old and entering a season in which, without an addition at wide receiver, he could be facing a ton of attention from defenses. And as I noted previously, if you're drafting the best player available at this slot, Evans fits with that, too. Evans isn't a burner, but he dominates with the ball in the air and is a brutal matchup whether in the SEC or in the NFC South. He can take pressure off Jackson and eventually take his spot.


8Blake BortlesMinnesota Vikings (5-10-1)COLLEGE: UCFClass: JrHT: 6-5WT: 232POS: QB
Analysis: Obviously, the current tandem of Matt Cassel and Christian Ponder isn't the long-term answer. On the other hand, the presence of both provides a reasonable basis for drafting a quarterback, because there's no need to simply force-feed a rookie the starting role out of the gate. I think Bortles will benefit from some time in the system before he's forced to handle first-team reps. I'll say again that Bortles is a very good athlete with excellent pocket instincts and can benefit from his ability to create some yards with his legs, as we've seen from a few other young quarterbacks recently.


9Jake MatthewsBuffalo Bills (6-10)COLLEGE: Texas A&MHT: 6-5WT: 308POS: OT
Analysis: No move here. I think Matthews is a good fit based on the need and certainly lines up based on value. He's arguably the best player available here at any position and makes the Bills better. You can draft Matthews and keep Cordy Glenn at left tackle because Matthews has handled both tackle positions effectively. He's a big plus in the run game and is going to upgrade the protection for E.J. Manuel, which is of the utmost importance.


10Odell Beckham Jr.Detroit Lions (7-9)COLLEGE: LSUClass: JrHT: 5-11WT: 198POS: WR
Analysis: Last year, the Lions had the option of taking the top-rated cornerback in the draft, but passed on Dee Milliner. It's worked out so far, even though corner is a big need. This year, they could again have the option of taking a cornerback rated as the best one available ... but, again, they could pass. If their board looks at all like mine, I think both corner and safety (both needs) could be a slight reach here and (A) they really do need another receiver, and (B) Beckham could develop into a star here, even with Calvin Johnson and Golden Tate around. He's explosive with the ball in his hands, but you don't have to simply force easy catches, because he's a very good route-runner and will create space.


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 08, 2014, 02:59:02 PM
Lions have interviewed a hell of a lot of Wide Receivers, must be looking for a No. 2 to Calvin Johnson.

Think their Secondary (like the rest of the NFC North) could use more help though, so I'd be happy with them using their first pick on a Wide Receiver.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 09, 2014, 07:44:12 AM
The parents of the Packers' first round pick must have been fans of The Simpsons

http://blog.packers.com/2014/05/08/its-ha-ha-time-in-green-bay-packers-pick-clinton-dix/

(http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120410190155/masseffect/images/d/df/Nelson-simpsons.jpg)

Once the Texans decided to keep the first pick it was clear that they were going for Jadeveon Clowney.

Johnny Football wasn't the first QB taken. The Jacksonville/London Jaguars took Blake Bortles with the third pick.

Manziel finally went to the Browns at 22
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 10, 2014, 02:46:26 AM
Poor bloke. First he loses loads of money by dropping to number twenty-two. Normally when you go that low you at least have the compensation of signing for a vaguely-competent team.

No, he's got the Browns.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 12, 2014, 12:48:33 PM
A little disappointed that Da Bears didn't go for Ha-Ha, as I think we needed a Safety even more than a Corner, but I've heard Kyle Fuller talked about as "the new Charles Tillman", which lifted my spirits a bit.

It's official, Running-Backs are about as useful as snappers in the modern NFL  ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 12, 2014, 01:45:03 PM
Michael Sam's celebratory kiss with his boyfriend after being drafted produced the expected reaction from the bigots within the NFL and on Twitter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 12, 2014, 01:54:17 PM
Hopefully he'll do well in the NFL and shut them up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 16, 2014, 11:11:45 AM
The Browns have signed former Cowboy Miles Austin and Former Bear Earl Bennett.

They'll probably still be rubbish though, it's the Browns' Way.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 05, 2014, 03:44:12 PM
Anyone know who is showing the NFL games this year? Last season Sky had the Thursday and Sunday night games and Eurosport had the Monday night games.

Would be good if it was the same. I've booked the day off work after each of Da Bears late night games (5 in total, although some may change).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on June 05, 2014, 10:56:25 PM
Have NFL Game Pass. Don't care.

<Kryten>Engage smug mode, smug mode engaged</Kryten>

Seriously, have seen no information for this season coming yet. But if you can afford the Ł10/month for Game Pass, I would highly recommend it. It's bloody brilliant.

My friends in the USA are spitting feathers because they can't get the same deal, in the same way we're not "officially" allowed to watch Sat 3pm Premier League football over here...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 06, 2014, 09:33:29 AM
I do really like the Redzone on Sky, which cuts out the adverts, so I imagine they don't have that in America either.

Always watch that if Da Bears aren't one of the featured matches.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 06, 2014, 01:37:50 PM
I do really like the Redzone on Sky, which cuts out the adverts, so I imagine they don't have that in America either.

Always watch that if Da Bears aren't one of the featured matches.

They have RedZone in the USA.

Tony Kornheiser from PTI is a big fan and often has Scott Hanson on his DC radio show
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 17, 2014, 01:44:28 PM
20years today since the OJ car "chase". The slowest pursuit I've seen on TV
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 18, 2014, 10:22:46 PM
No doubt this will be stuck in the court system for years but this is another step in the right direction towards abolishing the derogatory nickname of the Washington Team


http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11102096/us-patent-office-cancels-washington-redskins-trademark
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 18, 2014, 10:27:31 PM
Funny I was just reading about that and came on here to talk about it! Yeah, they effectively lose a lot of their earning-potential by this ruling.

They can moan all they like but, money talks, and if their profits are down they'll eventually be forced to change the stupid name.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 19, 2014, 04:34:34 AM
The logo is still protected but I expect to see Native American groups producing merchandise pretty quickly in order to try to claim back the name Washington Redskins.

I'm in DC at the moment and will bring up the subject when I meet a mate for lunch on Friday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: yaliekins on June 30, 2014, 06:38:53 PM
Would anyone be interested in setting up a fantasy league this season?  Ideally looking at a 10 man snake league?  I've never done one before  :-[
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 30, 2014, 08:29:27 PM
What's a snake league? I used to like the one on NFLuk which was pretty easy as you could change your team each week. I'd be happy with one where you need a draft but not sure we'd get sufficient interest on here... think you'd need at least ten players (presumably all willing to be online at the same time?) to make it interesting.

But, yeah... I'll try anything so long as it's free.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: yaliekins on June 30, 2014, 09:04:53 PM
A snake league is basically where the it reverses order each round, so in a ten man league, the person who picks 1st will then pick 20th, 21st and so on. Pretty standard format I think. I know one or two on Twitter who would be up for it, let's see if we get much of a response and I'll try to set up a date to do the draft!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 30, 2014, 09:15:48 PM
That seems to make sense to me. I'd be up for joining. Would we all need to be online at the same time? It might prove problematic organising the British and North American based NFL fans on here!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 01, 2014, 06:02:00 AM
I've no interest in a live draft league but an auto-draft one could work.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: yaliekins on July 01, 2014, 09:36:17 AM
My idea was to find a way to notify the person when it's their pick and give them a clock? For example, if it's your pick CD I'd message you on here (or however you'd prefer to be notified) and you're then on the clock for say 6 hours?  When you make your pic, add it to an online Excel sheet and pass it on to the next person.  It may take a while to do but would save everyone having to set aside a night or anything like that.  I'm not that keen on the idea of auto drafting ...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 01, 2014, 09:51:49 AM
Sounds interesting, would we be picking:-

QB
RB
WR
TE
DEFENSE

Or more positions?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: yaliekins on July 01, 2014, 12:01:44 PM
I believe the standard fantasy team includes:

QB
RB
WR
RB/WR (flex)
TE
Defence
Kicker

Not sure how many rounds we would do, would guess somewhere around 12?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 15, 2014, 04:01:04 PM
NFL reportedly looking at venues other than Wemberleee for UK games.

However, its probably just a NFL power play to get more out of Wembley

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/07/14/league-commences-process-of-putting-the-squeeze-on-wembley/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 25, 2014, 09:15:17 AM
St Louis Rams QB Sam Bradford out for the season

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11402476/sam-bradford-st-louis-rams-season-torn-acl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 27, 2014, 12:50:55 PM
Non-hospitality tickets for the first two Wembley games are sold out.

Surprisingly, its the Cowboys game that still has tickets available

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/nfl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 27, 2014, 01:31:31 PM
Non-hospitality tickets for the first two Wembley games are sold out.

Surprisingly, its the Cowboys game that still has tickets available

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/nfl

Cowboys look awful, Jaguars could win that.

Thought Rams could be quite good this season, they have a good Defense and some promising draft picks, but Bradford being injured again is a big blow and it's a very tough division
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 30, 2014, 09:45:19 PM
Michael Sam has failed to make the Rams roster.

He was only a 7th Round pick, so the odds were always against him making the team. Still, its a shame that he won't be starting the NFL season.

Hopefully he'll make it onto an active roster at some point.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11431047/michael-sam-cut-st-louis-rams
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on August 31, 2014, 11:58:10 AM
I was surprised by that - read an article only yesterday saying he was going to make it.

It's a shame, but if he's achieved nothing else, he's made it that little bit easier for the next man.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on August 31, 2014, 12:33:34 PM
Early catch of the season nominee.

http://ftw.usatoday.com/2014/08/nebraska-wide-receiver-makes-a-ridiculous-behind-the-back-catch
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on August 31, 2014, 07:10:09 PM
I see the Packers start against the reigning champions on Friday (1am). Why Sky are advertising it as being Thursday at 1am, I don't know. Yes, it's a Thursday night game over there but it's gone into Friday over here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 31, 2014, 09:37:03 PM
My Fantasy League team, what do people reckon? I think it seems quite decent but one or two players I don't know much about.

Andrew Luck QB   
Reggie Bush RB
Adrian Peterson RB
Andre Ellington RB
Andre Johnson WR
Eric Decker WR
Greg Olsen TE
Robbie Gould K
Chicago Bears TM

Aaron Rodgers QB   
Lamar Miller RB 
Wes Welker WR
A. J. Green WR
Antonio Gates  TE
New England Patriots TM
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 31, 2014, 09:42:20 PM
Welker's had yet another concussion, so keep an eye on available WR's
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 31, 2014, 09:43:26 PM
I saw he was questionable for first week but thought he might be worth picking as a low pick then keeping on the bench for a bit. How long do you think he'd likely be out for?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 01, 2014, 08:59:29 AM
The teams have now picked their 53 man rosters
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2014, 07:47:47 AM
I saw he was questionable for first week but thought he might be worth picking as a low pick then keeping on the bench for a bit. How long do you think he'd likely be out for?

As self-appointed Assistant GM of your team, I thought that I'd better let you know that Wes has now been banned for 4 games for using Speed

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11455813/wes-welker-denver-broncos-suspended-four-games-use-amphetamines
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 03, 2014, 08:09:39 AM
Fuck's sake. I'll have to look into trading him when I get home from work.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 03, 2014, 08:41:18 AM
Not long now, I'll be avoiding this thread on Friday at work until I can watch the Packers - Seahawks game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 03, 2014, 01:13:54 PM
Going away the weekend so may have to watch about sixteen hours worth of NFL in the space of four hours on Monday night. May need to buy three more tellies.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2014, 08:15:45 AM
Michael Sam has signed for the Cowboys practice squad.

Therefore, he's only a couple of injuries to other players away from an appearance at Wembley
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 04, 2014, 08:33:22 AM
Michael Sam has signed for the Cowboys practice squad.

Therefore, he's only a couple of injuries to other players away from an appearance at Wembley

The Cowboys are dreadful, so if you're a rookie there's got to be a decent chance of playing for them at some stage.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2014, 09:32:50 AM
Being a liberal lefty is preventing me from making Cowboys / Brokeback Mountain comments
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 04, 2014, 07:12:54 PM
Sorry for interrupting the pre season NFL chat but my nephew has just started at OU and has been banging on at me about following the Sooners results this season. I know little enough abt NFL but College football is a mystery to me as what little I've been able to glean from the web is to put it bluntly mystifying? It seems to indicate that the division OU play in is the Big 12 but if they win or finish near the top of that what happens then? Help!!! 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 04, 2014, 08:02:21 PM
All the teams are put in conferences except for those who aren't in one. All the teams that win all their games qualify for the play-offs except for those that don't.

After the play-offs have finished, a bunch of journalists analyse the results then decide which team was best based on picking a name out of a hat.

It's as simple as that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2014, 08:16:13 PM
All the teams are put in conferences except for those who aren't in one. All the teams that win all their games qualify for the play-offs except for those that don't.

After the play-offs have finished, a bunch of journalists analyse the results then decide which team was best based on picking a name out of a hat.

It's as simple as that.

There's actually a four time play-off starting this season. Although the semi-finalists will still be selected by a Committee

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/College_Football_Playoff
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 04, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Bloody committees. Just have proper play-offs. Do they still have teams that don't even bother taking part in Conferences? I know Noderdame used to just play when they liked.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 04, 2014, 09:45:28 PM
What a complete and utter cluster fuck that is! Jesus how hard can it be to organise something that relies on beating other teams to qualify for play offs and then ultimately a final. Typical yanks make something so simple as hard to understand as possible! Still as long as OU beat OSU I'm sure everything will be fine......
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2014, 08:16:17 AM
Do they still have teams that don't even bother taking part in Conferences? I know Noderdame used to just play when they liked.

Its just the Catholics, Mormons and trained killers

Notre Dame
BYU
Army
Navy

(The Air Force team is however in one of the Western conferences)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2014, 08:21:35 AM
What a complete and utter cluster fuck that is! Jesus how hard can it be to organise something that relies on beating other teams to qualify for play offs and then ultimately a final. Typical yanks make something so simple as hard to understand as possible!


But...but.... but.... they're amateur 'Student-Athletes', we can't have them playing an extra couple of games. That would disrupt their studies  ::)

Division 2, Division 3 etc have had a proper play-off system for years and their players really are Students.

(NB - the term 'Division' doesn't mean that there's promotion/relegation. No North American sport that I can think of understands that concept)


Despite my dislike of the system, I still enjoy watching NCAA Football. Especially in person.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2014, 06:17:42 PM
NFL RedZone is why TV was invented
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2014, 06:31:57 PM
Only one NFL team is not the most popular team (per Facebook) in even one US county.

Make your educated guess and then click to display the map and reveal the answer

http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/lygqkjqwwa94uzjgfwew.jpg
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 07, 2014, 07:19:30 PM
Interesting.

I guessed
Bills, as I thought New York State might be full of Jets/Giants fans, so I was on obviously wrong... it's full of Bills/Giants fans!"

Surprised at the level of unanimity among Hawaiian and Alaskan fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2014, 08:18:11 PM
I thought that a couple of ARZ counties might have been Bears in a similar way to the Giants counties in FLA
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 08, 2014, 12:45:53 PM
That map is very interesting. Aren't the dark blue counties in Florida Cowboys rather than Giants? I'm also surprised by Arizona's dedication, particularly considering the Cardinals are usually shit. The Raiders not the most popular team in Oakland? Presumably that would be different if they hadn't have had the sojourn in LA, although at least LA still seem to love them for it. Can't say the same for the Rams despite being there longer. Correct me if I'm wrong but the Broncos look massive but hardly anyone lives in those places they cover?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 08, 2014, 01:03:42 PM
That map is very interesting. Aren't the dark blue counties in Florida Cowboys rather than Giants? I'm also surprised by Arizona's dedication, particularly considering the Cardinals are usually shit. The Raiders not the most popular team in Oakland? Presumably that would be different if they hadn't have had the sojourn in LA, although at least LA still seem to love them for it. Can't say the same for the Rams despite being there longer. Correct me if I'm wrong but the Broncos look massive but hardly anyone lives in those places they cover?

Florida - all the old people form the North East migrate there either permanently or for half the year, hence Giants not Cowboys.

Arizona - who else are you going to follow out there?

Broncos - yes, but you could say that for Texas as well, outside of Dallas, Houston and Austin.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 08, 2014, 02:43:24 PM
That map is very interesting. Aren't the dark blue counties in Florida Cowboys rather than Giants? I'm also surprised by Arizona's dedication, particularly considering the Cardinals are usually shit. The Raiders not the most popular team in Oakland? Presumably that would be different if they hadn't have had the sojourn in LA, although at least LA still seem to love them for it. Can't say the same for the Rams despite being there longer. Correct me if I'm wrong but the Broncos look massive but hardly anyone lives in those places they cover?

Florida - all the old people form the North East migrate there either permanently or for half the year, hence Giants not Cowboys.

Arizona - who else are you going to follow out there?

Broncos - yes, but you could say that for Texas as well, outside of Dallas, Houston and Austin.


Hey guys, just remembered my H&V login!

The one thing you need to understand is that in MANY of these areas, the college teams are actually "the team" people really follow. Especially in SEC and ACC areas. I live in the northeast as I am pretty sure USAV does, and where we are, college football barely exists.

BUT...

For example, you ask most people in Florida what teams matter to them and you will hear FSU, The U (miami hurricanes), or Florida (gators). 

I have a few friends in Texas that like the cowboys and watch the games, but are really Texas or Texas A&M fans.
There are a few college stadiums in the Midwest that even hold 90,000-100,000 people and sell out every game. In the south there are people that would even consider their local high school team their team.


When you consider amateur athletes being exploited... Um I mean "honored with the opportunity to play" for one of these colleges, realize how much money is at stake.

Then realize that the money they make (not talking about money generated off the publicity, but actual cash money) STAYS in the sports programs. These coaches make a fortune.

Add to it schools like FIU that are paid hundreds of thousands of dollars to go out and "job" to schools like Alabama.  So basically the program and coach makes a lot of money to show up and get beaten down gruesomely against a vastly superior opponent.  I'm sure the student athletes love that part.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on September 08, 2014, 05:08:37 PM
Will Dallas win a game this season?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2014, 08:07:41 PM
Ray Rice no longer running for the Ravens.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11489134/baltimore-ravens-cut-ray-rice-new-video-surfaces

His story about how his then fiancé ended up unconscious in a lift has fallen apart after new video if the incident was released.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 08, 2014, 09:39:34 PM
It was obvious something like this had happened.  Why did we have to wait for the video for the correct punishment??
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2014, 09:48:51 PM
The question now is what did the NFL know and when did they know it?

Journalists are adamant that the NFL had seen the video before Rice was initially banned for just two games.

If that's true, Goodell surely has to resign.

http://deadspin.com/adam-schefter-is-fed-up-with-the-nfl-1631937239
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 09, 2014, 08:19:45 AM
Keith Olbermann is not happy**




[** Keith is at his best when he's not happy. He's the best ranter on TV]
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2014, 08:15:19 AM
Hope Goodell stays. For all of the stupid ideas he's had, he's still massively boosted the game in the UK and, selfishly, I think my chances of seeing the Bears in Britain again are far higher with him as Chief Exec.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2014, 01:22:39 PM
I was the third highest scorer in my fantasy league but still lost my first game thanks to the useless Joisey Giants giving away points like Gary Glitter gives away sweets in school playgrounds.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2014, 01:26:50 PM
I was the third highest scorer in my fantasy league but still lost my first game thanks to the useless Joisey Giants giving away points like Gary Glitter gives away sweets in school playgrounds.

Giants are poor this year, in fact the NFC East is, apart from maybe the Eagles. Redskins should be a bit better than last season maybe.

Wonder if Coughlin will retire after this season?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2014, 10:11:45 PM
The police did send the NFL a copy the video of Ray Rice punching his fiancé and they have an NFL employee on tape confirming receipt

http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/F/FBN_RICE_VIDEO?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2014-09-10-16-51-00
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2014, 09:32:19 AM
The NFL has called in an ex-FBI Director to carry out an 'independent' investigation of their handling of the Ray Rice saga.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2014, 01:24:56 PM
Will this be a "Yes Minister" style "independent investigation" where they choose someone who will give them the answer they were looking for?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 11, 2014, 02:47:59 PM
There will be a "plausible deniability" threshold within the organisation hierarchy, and the poor sucker one below it will get fired.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pmarachi on September 11, 2014, 03:25:27 PM
The question now is what did the NFL know and when did they know it?

Journalists are adamant that the NFL had seen the video before Rice was initially banned for just two games.

If that's true, Goodell surely has to resign.

http://deadspin.com/adam-schefter-is-fed-up-with-the-nfl-1631937239

I have a huge issue with how this is all playing out.

I'm not a Goodell fan at all, but how the hell did he become the bad guy in all of this!?!

There has been a huge shift in blame due to the ESPN effect, where espn makes a story to talk about, and in this case blame has been almost entirely shifted from Rice to Goodell!!

Like what the hell just happened!?!?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 11, 2014, 06:37:32 PM
I think you are missing the point.

It's about the fact they put down a 2 game ban on Rice based on there having been an altercation between him and his wife that left her knocked out.  They knew that much and admitted they knew that much when the original video was released.   The problem becomes that they said they made the decision based on the facts they knew at the time and the testimonies of Rice and his fiancee.   If there was a video in their possession all this time that showed the full extent of the attack, then why change the punishment when it comes out in the public domain?      The problem the NFL and Goodell has here is not only that the suspension was pathetically weak for someone that did what Rice did, it's that if the video was already in the hands of someone at the NFL and they made the decision to suspend him for 2 games, the fact that the video is now in the public domain should not alter the punishment.   They will face a huge legal battle from Rice and his legal team over that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 13, 2014, 09:39:26 AM
Adrian Peterson has been arrested for child abuse. It is said that he hit his 4 year old son with a tree branch resulting in cuts and bruises.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11514522/adrian-peterson-minnesota-vikings-indicted-child-case

Whatever punishment Ray Rice gets, AP should get more. Jail time and a lifetime ban from the NFL.

The Rice incident was adult on adult with a hand, this is adult on child with a weapon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2014, 08:01:39 PM
Think my fantasy team is cursed! From a Bears point of view though, a Peterson suspension can't be a bad thing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2014, 08:08:48 PM
RGIII has broken/dislocated his ankle

Johnny Football has just thrown his first NFL pass
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2014, 09:04:15 PM
This Vikings fan is just sick (and that's 'sick' in the old fashioned sense)

http://deadspin.com/tailgating-vikings-fan-wears-adrian-peterson-jersey-and-1634575091
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 16, 2014, 07:52:19 AM
Its been alleged that Adrian Peterson beat another of his children.

However, somehow he's back with the Vikings and eligible to play on Sunday.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 16, 2014, 11:58:02 AM
Its been alleged that Adrian Peterson beat another of his children.

However, somehow he's back with the Vikings and eligible to play on Sunday.



Surely he'll get a ban for this?!?!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 16, 2014, 10:49:44 PM
If he can be unavailable on the 3rd October that would be just swell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 17, 2014, 07:57:56 AM
If he can be unavailable on the 3rd October that would be just swell.

The Vikings have reversed track and made Peterson ineligible. Not exactly a ban but it has the same effect

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11541346/minnesota-vikings-reverse-decision-suspend-adrian-peterson
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 17, 2014, 01:10:36 PM
The Vikings couldn't be seen to be taking the decision lightly. I wouldn't be surprised if they get the court date moved up though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 18, 2014, 01:15:30 PM
...........and out goes another one

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11544985/jonathan-dwyer-arizona-cardinals-arrested-two-counts-suspicion-aggravated-assault
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 19, 2014, 11:44:58 AM
I hope we release Hester. There's no point in keeping a kick returner when the league has gone out of its way to ban kick returns.

Yes, plus you might as well put a rookie in the returning positions, say a running back or wide receiver.

Yep, that Hester bloke is well past it



Um...... thanks for turning up Tampa. 56-0 down before getting two garbage time TDs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 19, 2014, 02:08:52 PM
A mate of mine is a Bucs fan so it was very funny seeing his tweets from during the game. Like his suggestion to fire the cannons for having got a first down.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 21, 2014, 05:39:10 PM
Rob Bironas, kicker for the Titans up until last season has been killed in a car crash at age 36

http://www.tennessean.com/story/titansinsider/2014/09/21/titans-rob-bironas-nfl-metro-police/16001413/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 23, 2014, 07:30:53 AM
Anyone else going to the Dolphins v Raiders game at Wemberleee on Sunday ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 23, 2014, 03:50:16 PM
No. I had a great time at the Bears-Bucs game a few years back but I'll wait till the Bears come over again for my next match.

Is Redzone on this weekend? Tempted to pay to watch the Bears-Packers game though I'll probably regret it considering our record against Rodgers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 23, 2014, 11:14:00 PM
Detroit's record against us didn't seem to be a problem for them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 24, 2014, 09:34:36 AM
Hoping we get some players back to play the Packers, seem to have a tonne of players out:-

WR Marshall/ WR Jeffery/ WR Morgan/WR Wilson (Out for Season)/TE Miller/OG Slauson/OC Garza/DT Ratliff/OLB McClellin/CB Tillman (Out for Season)/FS Mundy/SS Conte

I think Marshall and Jeffery will continue to play whilst being injured. Our Offensive Line has held up pretty well without Slauson and Garza. I worry about our Secondary a bit and Ratliff has played really well when healthy, so hopefully he'll be back.

Oh and the Full Back Fiammetta. Our running has been dreadful so far this season and him getting another injury will no doubt make it worse. Having said that, the Packers aren't great against the run, Forte tore them up last season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2014, 05:15:49 PM
So, shall I ditch Peterson from my Fantasy Team or do we reckon he might be playing again in the near future? I have a fear that he'll miss all their games against our rivals and play against Da Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2014, 08:34:36 PM
You should drop Peterson on principle. However, some league settings prevent the dropping of high draft picks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2014, 11:00:45 PM
Cut him. Replaced him with West, a Browns player! I'd probably be better keeping Peterson, at least he can't get minus yards...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2014, 11:19:06 AM
Just about to head off for Wemberleeee

Our 'I-Spy' game of the day involves spotting NFL fans that either are not keeping up with the latest news or are intentionally being arseholes.

......of which of the following jerseys will we see the most ?

Rascists - Any Washington Football Team player

Domestic abusers - Ray Rice

Child abusers - Adrian Peterson

as always, the spotting competition will also include 'blokes wearing a Tom Brady jersey'. That's something that never looks right.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 28, 2014, 02:11:50 PM
Have a great day UKRS!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 28, 2014, 04:52:44 PM
Adrian Peterson is one of the most popular nfl shirts, so I'd bet on that even though the Vikings aren't playing .
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 28, 2014, 06:45:34 PM
Good start to this game - finding the CBS commentators pretty patronising though.

You'd think after 7 years of these games at Wembley they'd realise the majority are educated about the game.

Will be there in person in November!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 28, 2014, 08:08:07 PM
Oh well. Only ten years or so till Rodgers retires.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 28, 2014, 09:13:55 PM
The officiating was dreadful in the Packers-Bears game, to both sides. The was-it-or-wasn't-it just before half time was the turning point as it had been an even game until then with Aaron being hot but with us not having an answer to your rushes. Then Cutler just seemed to crumble under the pressure of being behind and not being able to put plays together and got desperate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 29, 2014, 12:50:36 PM
Adrian Peterson is one of the most popular nfl shirts, so I'd bet on that even though the Vikings aren't playing .

We didn't see a single Peterson jersey. This was surprising considering that the Vikings had a 'home' game at Wembley last season and there were plenty of Peterson's about then.

We did see two 'Ray Rices' and plenty of misc 'Washington Football Team' jerseys.

However, the winner was 'blokes wearing Brady jerseys'.

As for the game itself, the Raiders are truly dire.


The most successful part of the day was finding out that my new plan for leaving Wembley by heading towards Harrow worked a treat.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 30, 2014, 07:48:49 AM
Dennis Allen might as well have stayed behind in London. As soon as they got back to NoCal, the Raiders fired him

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11615699/dennis-allen-fired-head-coach-oakland-raiders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2014, 02:00:28 PM
The officiating was dreadful in the Packers-Bears game, to both sides. The was-it-or-wasn't-it just before half time was the turning point as it had been an even game until then with Aaron being hot but with us not having an answer to your rushes. Then Cutler just seemed to crumble under the pressure of being behind and not being able to put plays together and got desperate.

In the 3 Bears matches I've watched (didn't watch Bills game, just Redzone) the officiating has been rubbish in every game, for both sides. It's odd, as they're usually so good. Even when they're going to replays, they're still making the wrong calls.

Not sure if it's just because they're struggling with all of the new rules, such as Incidental Contact.

No great surprise about the Raiders firing their coach.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 30, 2014, 06:14:44 PM
I hadn't seen any poor officiating this season until that game. As you say, they're normally pretty good.

Changing sports for a minute but I was talking to a Personal Trainer mate of mine the other day and it turns out he trains Andrew Garrett, one of the Premier League's Linesmen. I didn't realise that its only referees that are professional. Garrett's a bank manager apparently and has to take time off work to run the line if he's somewhere like Sunderland in mid-week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 01, 2014, 08:52:45 AM
Against the 49ers they scored the first touchdown of the game after the playclock had long expired, should have been delay of game. They had a perfectly good touchdown ruled off for a non-existent hold. Bennett caught a pass before going out of bounds, they reviewed it and said it wasn't a catch, when it clearly was.

Against the Jets they ruled the play dead when Cutler fumbled and they should have let the play go on. Jets would have scored a touchdown. Also, on their last drive they were stopped on 4th down, but they said he'd made it. They reviewed this and still said he'd made it, when he was clearly short.

One nice little stat from the Packers - Bears game; it is only the second time in NFL history that neither side has punted (the other being in 1992, between the Bills and another team, who I forget).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 01, 2014, 06:03:16 PM
I heard that stat during the game but didn't know if it finished like that (my stream dropped out before the end). Not sure what to read into that. Does that mean we both have good offences, both have bad defences or a mixture of both? Maybe the latter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 01, 2014, 10:44:15 PM
Nice to see the latest South Park offering laying into the Maryland Racists.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 02, 2014, 03:57:18 PM
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000404191/article/gannon-raiders-foster-commitment-to-mediocrity

Rich Gannon blasting the Oakland Raiders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 03, 2014, 10:55:43 PM
Vikings didn't get into the Packers half of the field until late in the third quarter. Can't see them finishing anywhere but bottom of the NFC North. It's good to see your own side thump someone, its a shame Villa can't do it more often.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 04, 2014, 08:20:29 AM
Vikings Offensive Line was particularly bad. I think Ponder is easily their worst QB but anyone would struggle with their O Line playing that badly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 04, 2014, 12:39:50 PM
This is a rather upsetting article to read

http://www.theguardian.com/sport/2014/oct/03/american-football-third-us-teen

The bit that grabbed me:

Quote
In their 2012 football injury report the authors had called for better education for coaches over the potential risks for players exercising vigorously in hot conditions while wearing heavy equipment. Between 1995 and 2012, it said, 52 players had died from heat stroke, including 41 high school students.

Quite simply an astonishing statistic. I think the coaches that authorise these barbaric training conditions should face jail time.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 04, 2014, 01:26:22 PM
The President has stepped in and told football to clean up its act.

However, the President was Teddy Roosevelt and the year was 1905

Quote
In 1903, the president told an audience, “I believe in rough games and in rough, manly sports. I do not feel any particular sympathy for the person who gets battered about a good deal so long as it is not fatal.”

Football, however, was fatal, and even Roosevelt acknowledged it required reform if it was to be saved. With his son Theodore Jr. now playing for the Harvard freshman team, he had a paternal interest in reforming the game as well. Fresh from negotiating an end to the Russo-Japanese War, Roosevelt sought to end violence on the football field as well as the battlefield. Using his “big stick,” the First Fan summoned the head coaches and representatives of the premier collegiate powers—Harvard, Yale and Princeton—to the White House on October 9, 1905. Roosevelt urged them to curb excessive violence and set an example of fair play for the rest of the country. The schools released a statement condemning brutality and pledging to keep the game clean.

Roosevelt soon discovered that brokering peace in the Far East may have been an easier proposition than getting an American sport to clean up its act. Fatalities and injuries mounted during the 1905 season. In the freshman tilt against Yale, the president’s son was bruised and his nose broken—deliberately, according to some accounts. The following week, the Harvard varsity nearly walked off the field while playing against Yale after their captain was levelled by an illegal hit on a fair catch that left his nose broken and bloodied. The same afternoon, Union College halfback Harold Moore died of a cerebral haemorrhage after being kicked in the head while attempting to tackle a New York University runner. It was a grim end to a savage season. In what the Chicago Tribune referred to as a “death harvest,” the 1905 football season resulted in 19 player deaths and 137 serious injuries
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 04, 2014, 03:25:51 PM
This is a rather upsetting article to read

http://www.theguardian.com/sport/2014/oct/03/american-football-third-us-teen

The bit that grabbed me:

Quote
In their 2012 football injury report the authors had called for better education for coaches over the potential risks for players exercising vigorously in hot conditions while wearing heavy equipment. Between 1995 and 2012, it said, 52 players had died from heat stroke, including 41 high school students.

Quite simply an astonishing statistic. I think the coaches that authorise these barbaric training conditions should face jail time.



Firstly you need to ensure the standard of education in sports and raise the standard of coaching so that the worst get put out of the industry. In the US, there doesn't seem to be any sort of required accreditation - anyone can be a coach.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2014, 10:24:37 AM
Utter chaos in NCAA after 5 of the top 8 ranked teams lost in week 6

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/page/gamedayfinal100414/chaos-wins-week-6-college-football-playoff-contenders-were-upset
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on October 05, 2014, 07:26:54 PM
Bears all over the Panthers but have missed a field goal attempt. Missed!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2014, 07:34:23 PM
Bears all over the Panthers but have missed a field goal attempt. Missed!

Just after the commentator was praising Robbie Gould's accuracy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 05, 2014, 09:15:14 PM
Terrible second half for da bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2014, 09:29:38 PM
All these tight games and OTs is making for great watching on RedZone
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2014, 08:34:01 AM
Peyton Manning throws his 500th Touchdown pass

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11648301/peyton-manning-denver-broncos-throws-500th-career-td-pass

He should pass Favre for the all time lead in the next couple of games
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 08, 2014, 10:28:42 AM
I really enjoyed the NFL Hard Knocks programme and hope that they'll do the Bears at some stage in the near future. Mind you, if you've won the Superbowl you can't go on it....   :-[
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2014, 08:00:46 AM
25 years since the Herschel Walker trade

http://grantland.com/features/30-for-30-shorts-the-great-trade-robbery/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2014, 08:21:37 AM
An NFL team based at Wembley edges closer

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/29546374

I'm hoping for an expansion team rather than, say, the Jaguars moving to London
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2014, 09:56:47 AM
The trouble with an expansion team is that most British NFL fans will already support a team.

Would probably help if the expansion team was good and the Jaguars really aren't.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2014, 10:09:53 AM
Expansion teams are always shite.

The way to go is a relocation team with a completely new identity, on the proviso that the market they are relocating from gets to keep their history, and gets an expansion team of the same name within a few seasons.

Like the Ravens/Browns situation.

That said, I think it's too early for a London/UK team at present. We need more British/European talent in the league first, and not just kickers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2014, 10:28:59 AM
25 years since the Herschel Walker trade

http://grantland.com/features/30-for-30-shorts-the-great-trade-robbery/

That said, the Cowboys obviously drafted really well. Interesting story.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2014, 10:41:37 AM
Expansion teams are always shite.

The way to go is a relocation team with a completely new identity, on the proviso that the market they are relocating from gets to keep their history, and gets an expansion team of the same name within a few seasons.

Like the Ravens/Browns situation.

That said, I think it's too early for a London/UK team at present. We need more British/European talent in the league first, and not just kickers.

There must be loads of good Rugby League players who could play NFL. I always think Aussie Rules players could probably adapt to it too. Lots of untapped potential.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2014, 11:23:10 AM
The trouble with an expansion team is that most British NFL fans will already support a team.

Would probably help if the expansion team was good and the Jaguars really aren't.

The fact that most British NFL fans already support a team is why I think that an expansion team would be better.

We could support the 'London Monarchs' (or whatever the new team is called) AND our existing team.

However, thinking about the Jags; they still act/play like an expansion team anyway.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2014, 11:33:58 AM
Monarchs is a fucking awful name. The only real name I can think of that would be good is British Lions. But I can't see the owners in Detroit allowing that.

I think "British" rather than "London" would be good anyway to try to maximise support.

I don't see the relevance of fans already supporting a team. I assume most people in Jacksonville, Baltimore and Houston already had a favoured team before their cities got franchises.

Neutrals will cheer for them, fans of the opposition will help sell tickets, and a number of new NFL fans will start to take an interest while the next generation will grow up following them. Especially if they can have one or two local players in the team.

If they have to be an expansion team, I wouldn't mind them, at least for the first few seasons, having some sort of pre-draft "Eurodraft" where they were given the chance to sign the best regional talent before the rest of the NFL could.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2014, 11:42:04 AM
British Bulldogs?

The games in the UK for 2015 will probably be announced around Thanksgiving. Hoping to go to one, there may even be a game that's not at Wembley.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2014, 12:13:24 PM
Bulldogs just makes me feel uneasy as it seems a bit BNPy. Can't see it attracting many fans in the Celtic Nations or among soft, Guardian-reading liberal pinkos like me.

British... Barbarians?

Not an uncool sounding nickname and might tempt a few rugby fans to turn up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 09, 2014, 12:36:49 PM
The London Sillynannies
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2014, 01:01:12 PM
I have a horrible feeling they'd pick something really awful like London Royals or UK Crusaders.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2014, 03:21:23 PM
Bored, so decided to re-arrange the NFL Divisions for more local derbies (the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins are clearly in the wrong divisions).

Pacific Division
Oakland Raiders
San Diego Chargers
San Francisco 49ers
Seattle Seahawks
Mid-West Division
Arizona Cardinals
Denver Broncos
Kansas City Chiefs
St. Louis Rams
Old-South Division
Carolina Panthers
Dallas Cowboys
Houston Texans
New Orleans Saints
Atlantic Division
Atlanta Falcons
Jacksonville Jaguars
Miami Dolphins
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
New England Division
Buffalo Bills
New England Patriots
New York Giants
New York Jets
D.C. Division
Baltimore Ravens
Philadephia Eagles
Pittsburgh Steelers
Washington Redskins
North-Central Division
Cincinnati Bengals
Cleveland Browns
Indianapolis Colts
Tennessee Titans
Frozen North Division
Chicago Bears
Detroit Lions
Green Bay Packers
Minnesota Vikings

Still not happy with Tennessee's placement though....



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2014, 06:36:40 PM
The Cowboys and Dolphins have long established rivalries in their current divisions and made a big fuss of maintaining those at the last realignment.
It is weird though that, for example, the Giants and Jets rarely play each other competitively. Does this lead to indifference rather than hostility between the rival fans? Do some people support both?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on October 09, 2014, 07:34:54 PM
The Cowboys and Dolphins have long established rivalries in their current divisions and made a big fuss of maintaining those at the last realignment.
It is weird though that, for example, the Giants and Jets rarely play each other competitively. Does this lead to indifference rather than hostility between the rival fans? Do some people support both?

There's an old "joke" from Philly:

Q: "Who's your favourite NFL team?"
A: "The Eagles....and whoever's playing the Cowboys."

We hate Dallas with a passion that is completely un-reciprocated by Cowboy's fans. I reckon that fans of the Jets & Giants rarely clash - Giants' fans probably hate the Eagles and Redskins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2014, 09:36:04 PM
Bored, so decided to re-arrange the NFL Divisions for more local derbies (the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins are clearly in the wrong divisions).

Pacific Division
LA Raiders
LA Chargers
Santa Clara 49ers
Seattle Seahawks
Mid-West Division
Arizona Cardinals
Denver Broncos
Kansas City Chiefs
St. Louis Rams
Old-South Division
Carolina Panthers
Dallas Cowboys
Houston Texans
New Orleans Saints
Atlantic Division
Atlanta Falcons
London Kneesapmavverbraan Jaguars
Miami Dolphins
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
New England Division
Buffalo Bills
New England Patriots
New Jersey Giants
New Jersey Jets
D.C. Division
Baltimore Ravens
Philadelphia Eagles
Pittsburgh Steelers
Washington Racists
North-Central Division
Cincinnati Bengals
Cleveland Browns
Indianapolis Colts
Tennessee Titans
Frozen North Division
Chicago Bears
Detroit Lions
Green Bay Packers
Minnesota Vikings

FTFY.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 09, 2014, 10:33:17 PM
The Cowboys and Dolphins have long established rivalries in their current divisions and made a big fuss of maintaining those at the last realignment.
It is weird though that, for example, the Giants and Jets rarely play each other competitively. Does this lead to indifference rather than hostility between the rival fans? Do some people support both?

Blues hardly play us but...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 10, 2014, 08:45:39 AM
I imagine the Giants - Jets rivalry is a bit like the Villa - Blues rivalry.

Giants are so much better than the Jets throughout history, as to hardly care about them.

Mind you, I often think of Jets as being like Tottenham. Every year they bang on to the media about how they're going to do really well and win the Superbowl and every year they're crap.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 10, 2014, 11:11:04 AM
I imagine the Giants - Jets rivalry is a bit like the Villa - Blues rivalry.

Giants are so much better than the Jets throughout history, as to hardly care about them.

Mind you, I often think of Jets as being like Tottenham. Every year they bang on to the media about how they're going to do really well and win the Superbowl and every year they're crap.

Truth is though it's not like we don't care. On their hopefully imminent slide down the divisions I still want them to lose every week. I'm interested in whether the different way the leagues are organised leads to less animosity between potential local rivals. In theory we could still be playing Blues regularly but they're too shite to keep their end of the bargain so to speak. The Giants and the Jets are permanently separated and I'm sure have far more dislike for the Cowboys/Eagles/Redskins or Bills/Patriots/Dolphins than each other. Of course if anyone does go down the route of supporting both it's a potential nightmare situation in the Superbowl. Or a win-win depending which way you look at it.

NB I realise it's different in baseball because everyone should and does hate the Yankees.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 10, 2014, 11:53:49 AM
It must grate with the Jets fans that the Giants have won 8 Championships to their 1, but not playing each other very often probably means they don't dislike each other like most local rivals would. The Patriots are very dislikeable so imagine the Jets hate them the most? And everybody hates the Cowboys, so would think the Giants hate them and the Eagles the most.

Wikipedia says this of the rivalry:-

The New York Jets previously maintained a high tension rivalry against their in-town counterparts, the New York Giants, that has since diminished due to the infrequency with which the teams meet in the regular season.[58] The pinnacle of the rivalry came on August 17, 1969 when both the Jets and Giants met for the first time, in a preseason game which was viewed as a "turf war" by both opponents.[58] The Giants, considered a mediocre team at the time, were regarded as underdogs and were under much scrutiny by the media and their fans.[58] Ultimately, the Jets bested their rival 37–14, this would result in the firing of Giants coach Allie Sherman.[58]

The Jets met the Giants in 1988 during the final game of the regular season.[59] The Jets, with a 7–7–1 record, had little to lose as their hopes for playoff contention had vanished.[59] The Giants, however, were contending for a playoff spot and a victory would have secured their spot and their division title.[59] Although the six point favorites,[59] the Giants were unable to overcome the Jets defense which saw the Jets sack quarterback Phil Simms eight times.[60] With the Jets' victory and victories by the Rams and Eagles, the Giants were eliminated from playoff contention and the Jets gained what many considered respect.[60][61]

In spite of the big sibling rivalry that has resulted in trash talk between the players, both teams have formed an unexpected and consequently strong partnership sharing Giants Stadium for twenty six years and MetLife Stadium, a venture in which both teams own a fifty per cent share of the stadium.[42][58][62] The rivalry regained much of its tension in the 2011 NFL season when the Jets and Giants met in Week 16. Both teams needed a victory to keep their playoffs hope alive and there was significant trash talk between Rex Ryan and his players and many of the Giants in the weeks leading up to the game. Ryan and Giants running back Brandon Jacobs reportedly came close to blows after the game, a 29–14 win by the Giants
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2014, 10:21:51 AM
NFL might be back in LA as soon as next season

http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nfl/story/_/id/11674958/mayor-eric-garcetti-says-highly-likely-nfl-team-come-los-angeles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 12, 2014, 10:51:47 PM
I will admit to letting out a shriek that sounded like that of a woman when Rodgers threw a TD pass with 3 seconds left on the clock to turn a L into a W.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 12, 2014, 11:57:53 PM
I could see it coming. They're lucky as Hell to have had twenty years of Favre then fall straight into a QB who is, IMO, much better!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 13, 2014, 05:18:01 AM
I could see it coming. They're lucky as Hell to have had twenty years of Favre then fall straight into a QB who is, IMO, much better!

I think he's my favourite current sportsman
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 13, 2014, 08:55:10 AM
I could see it coming. They're lucky as Hell to have had twenty years of Favre then fall straight into a QB who is, IMO, much better!

I think he's my favourite current sportsman

The two US sports stars that I've always thought were overrated were Brett Favre and Nolan Ryan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 13, 2014, 08:58:38 AM
Some of the kicking in the NFL this year has been terrible.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 13, 2014, 08:59:54 AM
Da Bears continue the march to 8-8 mediocrity....

Enjoyed the Browns destroying the Steelers, they look really poor this year.

Surprised that the Cowboys have been so good, I had them down for 4th spot in the NFC East at the start of the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 13, 2014, 09:00:13 AM
Some of the kicking in the NFL this year has been terrible.

Amusingly most of it has been for the Detroit Lions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 14, 2014, 01:51:23 PM
Think this is right, name the 8 states that have more than 1 NFL team in them?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 02:45:52 PM
New Jersey, California, Texas, Florida, Ohio for starters. I'll have a think about the others.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 14, 2014, 02:46:47 PM
Pennsylvania
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 02:47:24 PM
Pennsylvania.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 14, 2014, 02:47:34 PM
Missouri
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 02:48:18 PM
Can only think of one in Missouri? Do any of Maine, Massachusetts or Maryland have two in 'em?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 14, 2014, 02:49:05 PM
Maryland
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 02:49:44 PM
Meanwood and I need to stop making the same guess thirty seconds after each other!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 14, 2014, 02:51:09 PM
Can only think of one in Missouri? Do any of Maine, Massachusetts or Maryland have two in 'em?

Kansas City is in Missouri. Maryland is Ravens & Redskins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 02:56:11 PM
I'm agreeing with you though, Missouri only has one team so is incorrect.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 14, 2014, 03:13:34 PM
St Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs are both in Missouri.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 03:16:42 PM
Ah, I always forget about the Rams. Which is especially stupid considering I was watching them twenty minutes ago.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 03:17:22 PM
So, we've got them all then?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 14, 2014, 03:18:23 PM
That's it, you've got them all.

Missouri was tricky (with Kansas City being in Missouri rather than Kansas), but I didn't think anyone would get Maryland. Thought Washington played in D.C.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2014, 03:25:43 PM
I remembered the racists but forgot the Ravens played there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 14, 2014, 03:34:10 PM
Damn, I missed the competition.

Missouri would have been first on my list. The fact that the Chiefs play in KC MO. rather than KC KS. makes it stand out from the others.

Also, I've stayed at a hotel overlooking the KC baseball/football complex a few times.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 14, 2014, 04:06:51 PM
Thought somebody would guess New York, thinking of Buffalo and that the two New Jersey teams were from that state, but you were all too clever.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 16, 2014, 10:46:34 AM
Peyton's receivers ranked

http://grantland.com/the-triangle/peyton-manning-ranking-every-player-touchdown-pass/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2014, 11:43:01 AM
a rare in-season trade as the Seahawks send Percy Harvin to the Jets for a 2015 draft pick.

http://deadspin.com/percy-harvin-traded-to-jets-marshawn-lynch-reacts-1647834798
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2014, 09:36:10 PM
Just your standard 83-82 games with one player scoring ten Touchdowns

http://www.mansfieldnewsjournal.com/story/sports/high-school/football/2014/10/17/offenses-unstoppable-tiffin-tops-shelby-ot/17473313/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 19, 2014, 08:22:20 PM
The Washington Football Team are now on their third QB of the season. Cousins benched and Colt McCoy in.

McCoy promptly throws a 70yd TD pass
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2014, 07:52:07 AM
Rams score on a fake punt-return

http://deadspin.com/rams-execute-brilliant-fake-punt-return-for-touchdown-1648204981

and then seal their win over the Seahawks with a fake punt

http://deadspin.com/rams-fake-punt-from-inside-their-own-20-is-the-most-bra-1648228370


Meanwhile, Peyton Manning breaks Brett Favre's all-time throwing TD record

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11731334/peyton-manning-denver-broncos-breaks-brett-favre-all-touchdown-pass-record

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 20, 2014, 06:19:33 PM
Well done Peyton, glad he's beaten Brett Favre, he's a much better QB than him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 20, 2014, 06:28:55 PM
Very clever plays there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on October 20, 2014, 07:24:45 PM
Very clever plays there.

indeed, great to see.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 20, 2014, 08:22:40 PM
Meanwhile, Peyton Manning breaks Brett Favre's all-time throwing TD record

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11731334/peyton-manning-denver-broncos-breaks-brett-favre-all-touchdown-pass-record

Funny how three of the top 5 are still actively playing.   Just shows how much the game has changed recently.......wish the Steelers would catch up to that fact.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 21, 2014, 10:43:28 AM
You're not allowed to breathe near a QB nowadays, so if you have an elite one then you'll be challenging in the play-offs.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2014, 12:43:30 PM
Michael Sam has been cut from the Cowboys practice squad
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 22, 2014, 06:47:25 PM
Don't watch the College Football Lottery so dunno how good he is but Da Bears need all the help we can get on D so might be worth enquiring about.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2014, 09:32:04 PM
So, anyone going to Wemberleee on Sunday or is it just me representing H&V again ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 23, 2014, 08:56:56 AM
So, anyone going to Wemberleee on Sunday or is it just me representing H&V again ?

I plan to go to a game next year, waiting for them to be announced (should be announced at Thanksgiving).

Have a great time and I hope the Lions lose :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 23, 2014, 12:45:30 PM
The Lions look really good this year unfortunately. It looked like Saints were going to beat them but they turned it around, without Megatron too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on October 24, 2014, 12:35:24 PM
Cunting NFL has blocked all the videos of the fake punt returns. ******.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2014, 06:06:20 PM
Here's the Rams fake punt / fake  return

http://www.stlouisrams.com/videos/videos/Plays-of-the-Week-Rams-vs-Seahawks/4704cc30-c396-432c-9c4f-7cca63e3df85

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-cant-miss-plays/0ap3000000413387/Wk-7-Can-t-Miss-Play-Rams-have-guts-and-glory
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on October 24, 2014, 06:25:01 PM
Here's the Rams fake punt / fake  return

http://www.stlouisrams.com/videos/videos/Plays-of-the-Week-Rams-vs-Seahawks/4704cc30-c396-432c-9c4f-7cca63e3df85

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-cant-miss-plays/0ap3000000413387/Wk-7-Can-t-Miss-Play-Rams-have-guts-and-glory

Cheers!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2014, 12:46:09 AM
just your standard play where a 350 pound lineman throws a Touchdown pass

http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=400548059
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2014, 01:03:29 AM
Here's how the Pitt Panthers started their game against Georgia Tech today



Four-yard run.
Lost fumble.
Lost fumble.
Incomplete pass.
Lost fumble.
Pass competed, receiver loses fumble.
And then the Pitt offense settled down and ran six consecutive plays before losing another fumble.

Not to be outdone, here's how the Pitt defense started the game:

Gave up 33-yard run.
Gave up 6-yard run.
Gave up 4-yard touchdown run.
Gave up 3-yard run.
Stopped run for 2-yard loss.
Gave up 79-yard touchdown pass.
Gave up 14-yard touchdown run.
Gave up 34-yard touchdown run.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on October 26, 2014, 01:11:02 AM
just your standard play where a 350 pound lineman throws a Touchdown pass

http://scores.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=400548059

I love trick plays
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 26, 2014, 02:04:08 PM
Good start by Falcons 14-0.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 26, 2014, 07:22:35 PM
What a farcical end to the game at Wembley. Stupid and unfair.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2014, 09:00:37 PM
What a farcical end to the game at Wembley. Stupid and unfair.

It was bizarre.

A couple of minutes to go and all ATL had to do was run three times and then punt to pin DET back at their goal line with maybe 15 seconds left. Instead ATL commit two penalties to give DET the ball with 1:40 left. A couple of great throws my Stafford then has DET in FG range.

For a reason that escapes me, DET runs a 3rd down play with 22 secs left and no time outs, which would have left them hurrying to get the FG unit on. However, ATL commit yet another penalty to give DET time to set up properly, only for DET to get called for a Delay of Game as the kick missed. They then slotted the re-kick.

BTW there were at least two other Delay penalties that weren't called earlier in the game.

The quality might have been lacking but that was the most interesting game I've seen at Wembley
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2014, 09:02:15 PM
It was all ATL's own fault. They were slicing DET apart with the passing game but when they got 21-0 up ATL went all negative, started running more at let DET edge their way back into the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 26, 2014, 09:51:22 PM
I wondered whether it would happen. It's the problem when you haven't won for a while, you forget what to do when in a winning position. Just hope Villa don't do that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 26, 2014, 10:45:49 PM
Beginning to lose faith in Trestman. Whenever we play a team with a top quality quarter-back, we are utterly powerless to stop him. When you're in a division with Aaron Rodgers that's never gonna be good enough. Wouldn't be so bad if we could stop the run but we're pretty mediocre at that too!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 27, 2014, 09:07:50 AM
We improve our record against Brady to 0-4    ???
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 27, 2014, 12:50:50 PM
New Orleans-Green Bay game was evenly matched until Aaron started feeling his Hamstring and became less mobile in the pocket. 3 Turnovers after that, having gone ages without 1. The Bye week comes at a great time and now they've got to work on him to try and get him ready for the Bears game. Flynn's useless, even the Raiders could beat us with Flynn playing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 27, 2014, 03:27:50 PM
New Orleans-Green Bay game was evenly matched until Aaron started feeling his Hamstring and became less mobile in the pocket. 3 Turnovers after that, having gone ages without 1. The Bye week comes at a great time and now they've got to work on him to try and get him ready for the Bears game. Flynn's useless, even the Raiders could beat us with Flynn playing.

Flynn turned one good game against some scrubs at the end of a season into a lot of money.

He's now back where he should be, holding a clip-board in Green Bay
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 28, 2014, 11:38:51 AM
Stephen Tulloch already taught us you need to be careful celebrating a sack. And, you know, celebrating when you're down 25, even after a great sack, might not be a great idea. Anyway, here's Lamarr Houston of the Bears:

(http://cdn3.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/2393282/lamear.0.gif)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 28, 2014, 12:30:58 PM
Stephen Tulloch already taught us you need to be careful celebrating a sack. And, you know, celebrating when you're down 25, even after a great sack, might not be a great idea. Anyway, here's Lamarr Houston of the Bears:

(http://cdn3.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/2393282/lamear.0.gif)

Hehehe, our Defensive Line has improved a lot this year, but our Linebackers are very poor. Tillman and Briggs are getting old and injury prone too.

Spoiler alert for Cowboys - Redskins game:   
Romo is lucky not to be paralysed after the beating he took last night. He shouldn't have gone back in really. He only just had back surgery in the off season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2014, 11:22:32 PM
Romo has two fractures of his back but still might play tomorrow

http://espn.go.com/dallas/nfl/story/_/id/11803228/tony-romo-dallas-cowboys-suffered-two-fractured-transverse-process-back
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 02, 2014, 10:33:27 PM
I think that's an penalty for offsides

http://deadspin.com/all-hail-daren-bates-who-committed-a-truly-magnificent-1653807007
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 03, 2014, 01:13:27 PM
If you get the chance to see the highlights from the Steelers/Ravens game last night - do it!

Some of the highlights:

- Big Ben threw 6 touch down passes for the second week in a row (NFL record)
- Ravens getting called for 3 defensive penalties - on the same play!
- James Harrison playing like it was 2008
- James Harrison's multiple hits on Flacco
- The multiple fights that broke out
- The absolutely classless piece of shit that is Terrell Suggs chop blocking a running back from behind
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 04, 2014, 10:33:42 AM
If you get the chance to see the highlights from the Steelers/Ravens game last night - do it!

Some of the highlights:

- Big Ben threw 6 touch down passes for the second week in a row (NFL record)
- Ravens getting called for 3 defensive penalties - on the same play!
- James Harrison playing like it was 2008
- James Harrison's multiple hits on Flacco
- The multiple fights that broke out
- The absolutely classless piece of shit that is Terrell Suggs chop blocking a running back from behind


Also 3 sacks in a row, something I'd never seen before (even with the many terrible Offensive Lines that Da Bears have had over the years).

The Suggs hit was very bad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 04, 2014, 12:51:10 PM
The Steelers retired 'Mean' Joe Greene's jersey at half-time during the game, only the second number they have ever retired.   It was a game fitting of him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mattjpa on November 04, 2014, 12:56:16 PM
Romo has two fractures of his back but still might play tomorrow

http://espn.go.com/dallas/nfl/story/_/id/11803228/tony-romo-dallas-cowboys-suffered-two-fractured-transverse-process-back

I hope to god Tony is back for Sunday, we were truly awful at the weekend
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 04, 2014, 01:10:31 PM
Romo has two fractures of his back but still might play tomorrow

http://espn.go.com/dallas/nfl/story/_/id/11803228/tony-romo-dallas-cowboys-suffered-two-fractured-transverse-process-back

I hope to god Tony is back for Sunday, we were truly awful at the weekend

I don't think the Cowboys should rush him back, he had back surgery in the off-season. Also, you're only playing the Jaguars!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2014, 10:05:39 PM
The Steelers retired 'Mean' Joe Greene's jersey at half-time during the game, only the second number they have ever retired.   It was a game fitting of him.

I saw that during the highlights. How on earth wasn't Joe's number retired already
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2014, 07:36:39 AM
Adrian Peterson takes a plea deal and pleads 'No Contest'

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11819670/adrian-peterson-minnesota-vikings-enter-plea-lesser-charge-felony-child-abuse-charge-avoid-jail
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 05, 2014, 09:32:16 AM
Adrian Peterson takes a plea deal and pleads 'No Contest'

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/11819670/adrian-peterson-minnesota-vikings-enter-plea-lesser-charge-felony-child-abuse-charge-avoid-jail

Hopefully he still won't be able to play for the rest of this season. I say that mainly as we still have to play them twice.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on November 06, 2014, 10:05:58 PM
Three games announced for Wembley next year.  I was under the impression they were hoping for more?

There is a divisional game and two games back-to-back

Oct 4 - Jets @Dolphins
Oct 25 - Bills@Jaguars
Nov 1 - Lions @Chiefs

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 06, 2014, 10:15:59 PM
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000423634/article/nfl-announces-2015-international-series-lineup

the back-to-back plan was leaked a while back.

looking forward to seeing the Bills. I might be able to talk UKR Sr. into attending that one. he used to regularly go to games in Buffalo when he worked for Xerox in Rochester, NY
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 07, 2014, 02:43:14 PM
I'm sure the back to back idea was going through their minds to test the resolve of the fans to see if they can sell both games out in preparation for having a permanent franchise there.   Maybe also test the Wembley pitch ;)

Interesting that they are having a divisional game there, although in terms of a local derby it's about as not local as you can get.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 07, 2014, 05:44:54 PM
If an team does move to London, they'll be playing at least two home and then two away, so I can see the sense in the back-to-back test
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 09, 2014, 11:23:57 AM
Just your standard 79 yards throw, catch, fumble**, fumble, recovery, 99 yard return for a Touchdown; all in the one play

http://deadspin.com/receivers-blunder-turns-78-yard-td-catch-into-100-yard-1656480872

(** well, technically it was a fumble but the player deliberately dropped the ball)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2014, 12:30:19 PM
Can all our Bears fans please check in and let us know that you're alright ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on November 10, 2014, 12:40:21 PM
Just your standard 79 yards throw, catch, fumble**, fumble, recovery, 99 yard return for a Touchdown; all in the one play

http://deadspin.com/receivers-blunder-turns-78-yard-td-catch-into-100-yard-1656480872

(** well, technically it was a fumble but the player deliberately dropped the ball)

Oregon dropped the ball a yard from their own end zone?  Not sure how that was allowed to stand, a totally bizarre passage of play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on November 10, 2014, 03:58:37 PM
Can all our Bears fans please check in and let us know that you're alright ?

No ! Absolute shambles I'd fire the coach without hesitation
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on November 10, 2014, 07:51:28 PM
Just your standard 79 yards throw, catch, fumble**, fumble, recovery, 99 yard return for a Touchdown; all in the one play

http://deadspin.com/receivers-blunder-turns-78-yard-td-catch-into-100-yard-1656480872

(** well, technically it was a fumble but the player deliberately dropped the ball)

Having watched NFL for over 20 years, that, is ridiculous and one of the reasons I enjoy the sport.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2014, 10:29:30 AM
Had the day off yesterday so that I could watch the Bears-Packers game.

Well it was close....

How can Jordy Nelson be wide open like that on a 3rd and 11?? And then the same thing happens again about 3 plays later. Mind-bogglingly bad Defence.

The Offence isn't much better, they're being paid 3 times as much as the Defence and have some top players, but they're just not trying. Jeffery looked like he couldn't be bothered all game and Cutler just takes too long to get rid of the ball. Brandon Marshall was trying at least.

Apart from that and the interceptions, we were ace   :o    We should get an excellent draft pick.

I'm thinking Lions game for next year at Wembley.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mattjpa on November 11, 2014, 02:05:32 PM
Had the day off yesterday so that I could watch the Bears-Packers game.

Well it was close....

How can Jordy Nelson be wide open like that on a 3rd and 11?? And then the same thing happens again about 3 plays later. Mind-bogglingly bad Defence.

The Offence isn't much better, they're being paid 3 times as much as the Defence and have some top players, but they're just not trying. Jeffery looked like he couldn't be bothered all game and Cutler just takes too long to get rid of the ball. Brandon Marshall was trying at least.

Apart from that and the interceptions, we were ace   :o    We should get an excellent draft pick.

I'm thinking Lions game for next year at Wembley.



Agreed, The Lions game looks the tastiest out of them. On the back of that, the International series has allowed me to complete a 20year ambition of seeing the Cowboys live and they didnt disappoint. Romo looked mobile, offensive line was superb and Dez Bryant made my year by putting on a one man show through their defence. Went to an American diner called Stax, met a fan who had travelled over from NYC, genuinely a really good day out - even my non NFL watching other half said she would go again next year.

The only down side was the final quarter being a damp squib due to the lameness of the Jags, they really are quite poor. Having said that, they had a really big fan base for a poor team (reminded me of the Villa!) which has obviously been built by playing over here every year. Is the talk of them moving the franchise over here or starting a fresh one? It would be a shame for them to have put in all this work only to have a new franchise started and blow them out of the water
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 11, 2014, 02:21:18 PM
Trestman's got to go. The twats who are abusing his daughters on twitter should be ashamed of themselves though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Had the day off yesterday so that I could watch the Bears-Packers game.

Well it was close....

How can Jordy Nelson be wide open like that on a 3rd and 11?? And then the same thing happens again about 3 plays later. Mind-bogglingly bad Defence.

The Offence isn't much better, they're being paid 3 times as much as the Defence and have some top players, but they're just not trying. Jeffery looked like he couldn't be bothered all game and Cutler just takes too long to get rid of the ball. Brandon Marshall was trying at least.

Apart from that and the interceptions, we were ace   :o    We should get an excellent draft pick.

I'm thinking Lions game for next year at Wembley.



Agreed, The Lions game looks the tastiest out of them. On the back of that, the International series has allowed me to complete a 20year ambition of seeing the Cowboys live and they didnt disappoint. Romo looked mobile, offensive line was superb and Dez Bryant made my year by putting on a one man show through their defence. Went to an American diner called Stax, met a fan who had travelled over from NYC, genuinely a really good day out - even my non NFL watching other half said she would go again next year.

The only down side was the final quarter being a damp squib due to the lameness of the Jags, they really are quite poor. Having said that, they had a really big fan base for a poor team (reminded me of the Villa!) which has obviously been built by playing over here every year. Is the talk of them moving the franchise over here or starting a fresh one? It would be a shame for them to have put in all this work only to have a new franchise started and blow them out of the water

I think the talk is of the Jaguars moving to the UK (well London) and changing their name. Hopefully to the Aston Villans.

Mind you, they're always on about moving a team to Los Angeles too, maybe someone like the Buffalo Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2014, 02:50:10 PM
Any idea when the 2015 NFL tickets in London go on sale? I was hoping to buy some on Friday, but can't see them online yet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 11, 2014, 04:53:30 PM
Jags and Bills have both got long-term stadium deals in place. Raiders will move I think. Probably back to LA but maybe London otherwise.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 11, 2014, 05:24:40 PM
The Offence isn't much better, they're being paid 3 times as much as the Defence and have some top players, but they're just not trying. Jeffery looked like he couldn't be bothered all game and Cutler just takes too long to get rid of the ball. Brandon Marshall was trying at least.

I've not posted anything here since the game for fear of sounding like I was rubbing salt in the wounds.

I recorded the game and watched it in quarters yesterday. Bloody channel 4 cut the last 5 minutes off which could have been annoying.

I watched Cutler and both he and Rodgers hold onto it for quite a bit of time. The difference is Rodger's mobility. Rodgers doesn't keep still whilst Cutler essentially stands still whilst waiting for a play to open up.

I thought Clay was our MVP playing on the inside. I thought he was outstanding.

I'm not sure how far we can go this season. We're really poor against the rush and if we do get into the post-season, we'll inevitably come up against one of the best.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 12, 2014, 11:53:20 AM
Any idea when the 2015 NFL tickets in London go on sale? I was hoping to buy some on Friday, but can't see them online yet.

I haven't heard anything yet.

For this year's games I booked my tickets on 03 12 13.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 12, 2014, 11:58:17 AM
Jags and Bills have both got long-term stadium deals in place. Raiders will move I think. Probably back to LA but maybe London otherwise.

Raiders have already held meeting with San Antonio.

Bills have just been sold to the bloke who owns the Sabres, so they're not going anywhere.

Keep an eye on the Rams as a possible relocating team. Their lease is up at the EdJoDo and STL has always been more of a Baseball city.

The Jags have an out from their lease if the lose money. However, I don't think that it is possible to lose money in the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 12, 2014, 12:56:39 PM
Any idea when the 2015 NFL tickets in London go on sale? I was hoping to buy some on Friday, but can't see them online yet.

I haven't heard anything yet.

For this year's games I booked my tickets on 03 12 13.
Any idea when the 2015 NFL tickets in London go on sale? I was hoping to buy some on Friday, but can't see them online yet.

I haven't heard anything yet.

For this year's games I booked my tickets on 03 12 13.

Ta mate, I will have another look tomorrow (pay day) anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 14, 2014, 11:15:27 AM
Bit late, but I have to say I really enjoyed the Cowboys/Jags game at Wembley.

I went to the first one in 2007 but this was my (fourth) chance to see the team I've followed since their 1-15 year with a rookie Troy Aikman.

My lad loved it, a definite convert. There was more excitiment in the pre-game than anything at Villa Park for the last few years! My only gripe is that I'd like to hear something other than an operatic version of our National Anthem. The SSB always sounds incredible in my opinion.

The whole game could have been so different if Brandon Weeden had played well the week before because I felt sure they wouldn't risk Romo with a bye week coming up too.

So obviously for us, it was great to see him, Murray, Bryant and Witten all having big games and racking up some impressive numbers and props to Special teams who might have changed the game with the early fumble recovery.

I reckon everyone around us was aware that Kicker Dan Bailey was a Villa fan by the time the game was over!



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 21, 2014, 08:17:57 AM
The Raiders finally won a game

http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=400554293
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2014, 08:58:39 AM
The Raiders finally won a game

http://scores.espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=400554293

Pleased for them, they've been in a lot of the games that they've lost and look slightly better than the Jaguars. Mind you, some of their fans may now be hoping they lose all of their remaining games and get the top draft pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 21, 2014, 09:59:40 AM
Jets-Bills switched to Detroit due to adverse weather. You'd think they'd be used to that in Buffalo. Nice easy 500-mile round trip on a Monday night for the Bills for their "home" game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2014, 12:52:03 PM
They don't play in Buffalo anyway do they?

More on the Los Angeles/San Antonio Raiders in this article:-

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000431256/article/mark-davis-were-trying-everything-to-get-oakland-stadium-deal
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 21, 2014, 03:38:52 PM
They don't play in Buffalo anyway do they?

"The Ralph" is on the outskirts but its close enough to be called "in" Buffalo
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 21, 2014, 06:22:35 PM
A mate of mine supports Blues and Raiders. He had a smile on his face when I told him that the Raiders had won.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 22, 2014, 03:07:20 PM
If anyone's in the Michigan area, Jets @ Bills is free entrance!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 22, 2014, 07:17:07 PM
If anyone's in the Michigan area, Jets @ Bills is free entrance!

The NFL passing up on a chance to make money. WTF
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 23, 2014, 02:25:15 PM
I suppose they think it's better to have a full house buying booze and burgers at extortionate prices than a paid crowd of 10,000 doing the same.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 24, 2014, 09:12:44 AM
Catch it like Beckham

https://twitter.com/nfl/status/536704242870804481
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on November 24, 2014, 08:36:31 PM
Catch it like Beckham

https://twitter.com/nfl/status/536704242870804481

WOW
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on November 24, 2014, 10:34:37 PM
A lot better than that jammy arse helmet catch that did for us in the Superbowl...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 24, 2014, 10:48:04 PM
Sky were showing him practicing one handed passes when he was warming up too so it's something he works at and wasn't a fluke. Brilliant bit of skill.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 26, 2014, 08:58:17 AM
Sky were showing him practicing one handed passes when he was warming up too so it's something he works at and wasn't a fluke. Brilliant bit of skill.

Yes, he looks a really good player. Think he's got less yards than a lot of other Rookie Wide Receivers as the Giants Offensive Line is too poor to give Manning enough time to throw.

Benjamin and Evans amongst others do look very good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 26, 2014, 10:42:42 AM
The advantage that Kelvin Benjamin has is that he's bloody huge
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 26, 2014, 11:51:42 AM
The advantage that Kelvin Benjamin has is that he's bloody huge

It's getting more a more difficult to play at Corner is you're under 6 foot tall nowadays. Jennings has struggled for us this season and he's gone to the Pro Bowl in the past.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 27, 2014, 02:49:00 PM
The end for RGIII with the Washington Football Team ? (http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/redskins/robert-griffin-iii-in-washington-a-meteoric-rise-a-precipitous-fall/2014/11/26/d33cd428-75a6-11e4-9d9b-86d397daad27_story.html?hpid=z4)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 27, 2014, 03:22:18 PM
The end for RGIII with the Washington Football Team ? (http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/redskins/robert-griffin-iii-in-washington-a-meteoric-rise-a-precipitous-fall/2014/11/26/d33cd428-75a6-11e4-9d9b-86d397daad27_story.html?hpid=z4)

It's alright, Jerry Jones wants him at the Cowboys.

Win-win tonight. If we beat the Lions then I'll be happy, if we lose at least it will mean the Lions going ahead of the Packers (who play the Patriots this weekend) and potentially a better draft pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2014, 05:55:13 PM
NFL Wembley 2015

Dec 4 for renewals and Dec 16 for new purchasers

http://www.nfluk.com/tickets/wembley-tickets.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2014, 08:09:34 PM
Ray Rice reinstated

http://m.espn.go.com/nfl/story?storyId=11949855
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 30, 2014, 09:23:08 PM
The Raiders have descended to new levels of Villa-ness
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 01, 2014, 06:13:59 PM
It made me laugh when the pundit said on Sky that Oakland were lucky to get 0. It sounded familiar.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 02, 2014, 08:45:30 AM
Even my missus seemed shocked when I said a team had lost 52-0.

Mind you, at this point in the season you might as well lose and guarantee the top draft pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2014, 09:46:28 AM
Even my missus seemed shocked when I said a team had lost 52-0.

Mind you, at this point in the season you might as well lose and guarantee the top draft pick.

Oh great, that probably means known thief, shouter of canteen obscenities, alleged sexual-assaulter and all round bad egg; Jameis Winston
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 02, 2014, 01:02:24 PM
Even my missus seemed shocked when I said a team had lost 52-0.

Mind you, at this point in the season you might as well lose and guarantee the top draft pick.

Oh great, that probably means known thief, shouter of canteen obscenities, alleged sexual-assaulter and all round bag egg; Jameis Winston

Never heard of him, but imagine you won't be after a Quarter-Back anyway. Maybe an Offensive Lineman?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2014, 09:11:51 PM
Yep, Winston is QB for FSU. He's the best player but the question is whether his bad character will cause him to fall in the draft. The next best is Marcus Mariota, QB for Oregon. Most of the other top college players are on defense.

If the Raiders are happy with Carr, they could trade the pick (I'm assuming they'll have no lower than the second pick) and try to re-stock with multiple players from lower in the draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 02, 2014, 10:36:58 PM
I know Mariota, I think Carr looks decent and would stick with him.

Found out there is a magazine called 'Gridiron' today, may try to get a copy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 03, 2014, 05:20:32 PM
Feel bad for the Raiders. Less glory than the Browns in the last ten years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 04, 2014, 12:25:48 PM
Already tired of the Johnny Manziel hype. Fucking chav.

It's a miracle that the NFL has survived all of these years without him.   
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 04, 2014, 03:33:55 PM
Add another $200M onto the cost of the Falcons' new stadium (http://www.athleticbusiness.com/more-news/falcons-stadium-cost-jumps-200m-hits-1-4b.html)

Personal seat license my arse
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 04, 2014, 05:56:18 PM
Their current stadium was built for the 96 Olympics, so hardly archaic.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 04, 2014, 05:57:46 PM
A folly led by delusions of Super Bowl-hosting grandeur
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 04, 2014, 08:01:11 PM
Their current stadium was built for the 96 Olympics, so hardly archaic.

It's Turner Field that was the Olympic Stadium. The Georgia Dome is a few years older.

[UK Redsox - Baseball Stadium Hall of Fame, Member of Inaugural Class 2001]
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 05, 2014, 09:14:20 AM
A folly led by delusions of Super Bowl-hosting grandeur

I doubt it's a delusion. If you're a Southern NFL stadium, chances are you'll host a Super Bowl every now and again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 05, 2014, 12:32:55 PM
There's a bit more to it than that:

NFL List Of Super Bowl Criteria Leaked  (http://www.si.com/nfl/audibles/2014/06/09/super-bowl-2018-requirements-minnesota-vikings)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 05, 2014, 12:55:15 PM
How the heck are Minneapolis going to fulfill this request in February??

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But there are plenty of non-game related caveats as well, including having reservations at two "top quality" bowling lanes and three "top quality" 18-hole golf courses in near proximity to the host venue

I suppose it doesn't say they have to be open.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 05, 2014, 08:13:20 PM
Ryan Leaf is out of jail

http://deadspin.com/ryan-leaf-is-out-of-prison-and-he-looks-terrible-1666817956

If Leaf hadn't made public his reluctance to play in Indianapolis, the Colts might well have selected him instead of some bloke called Manning.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2014, 08:41:40 PM
NCAA playoff is set

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/11992914/college-football-playoff-alabama-crimson-tide-oregon-ducks-florida-state-seminoles-ohio-state-buckeyes-inaugural-playoff

TCU and Baylor are the best teams to miss out
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2014, 10:50:24 PM
Humourous move by Jeff Fisher before the Rams v Washington Football a Team game.

http://deadspin.com/jeff-fisher-taunts-skins-with-rg3-trade-haul-before-gam-1668003792
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 08, 2014, 08:12:30 AM
Villa and the Raiders winning on the same day. The sports world has gone insane
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 08, 2014, 09:00:42 AM
Villa and the Raiders winning on the same day. The sports world has gone insane

I was pleased to see you won the 'No longer battle of the bay', against the Santa Clara 49ers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 08, 2014, 11:01:11 AM
Villa and the Raiders winning on the same day. The sports world has gone insane

I was pleased to see you won the 'No longer battle of the bay', against the Santa Clara 49ers.

In fairness, the Raiders would, and maybe will, be out of Oakland in a shot, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 08, 2014, 11:02:30 AM
NCAA playoff is set

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/11992914/college-football-playoff-alabama-crimson-tide-oregon-ducks-florida-state-seminoles-ohio-state-buckeyes-inaugural-playoff

TCU and Baylor are the best teams to miss out

I see they still need a "selection committee" to decide who makes the play-offs.

Reason number one why I can't bring myself to give a toss about college football.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 08, 2014, 11:40:53 AM
Until the NCAA put a proper league structure in place, there'll always need to be a selection committee.

At least now, the argument over who misses out revolves around the fifth best team rather than the second best.

I've not actually watched many of the games but the chat on US radio has been interesting
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 11, 2014, 12:54:25 PM
2015 Draft Top 10 per Mel Kiper of ESPN

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An asterisk denotes a junior for the 2014 season; two asterisks denote a redshirt sophomore.

1. *Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon Ducks

He finished with a flourish and has to be the favorite for the Heisman. What's great about Mariota this year is how, despite his 600-plus rushing yards, you simply can't call him a "running QB." He's been so efficient as a passer -- and with a pass-first mentality -- that even if you judged him on his passing exploits alone you'd have a really, really good prospect. He continues to show improved accuracy and anticipation, and his ability to get through his progressions more quickly is obvious. Of course, elite athleticism is a huge part of his game, though how well he can take apart a defense with tools other than his legs matters. But his ability to throw on the run or simply take off and pick up chunks of yardage is a major plus. Mariota is no lock to be a star. But he's an outstanding prospect.



2. *Leonard Williams, DE, USC Trojans

No change here for a while. I noted last week that it's impressive that Williams is second on the Trojans in tackles. He just has exceptional awareness and always finds the ball. Quick for his size, he can move all over and won't get pushed around when he's inside. At his size (6-foot-5, 290 pounds), he's a special athlete who could line up as a defensive end and drive a tackle back or line up on the outside shoulder of a guard and create problems with power and quickness. He's the kind of disruptive, versatile lineman who can succeed in any system.



3. *Amari Cooper, WR, Alabama Crimson Tide

Finishes the regular season with 115 catches -- just incredible. Every week is a route-running clinic. He's neither a pure speedster nor an impossible high-point matchup threat given his size (6-1, 210 pounds), but there's nothing Cooper doesn't do really well, and he's probably more explosive than he looks because his movement is so precise. He separates with ease, has a good sense of how to find space against a zone, and will make contested catches. His work rate is legendary and will be a big selling point.



4. *Randy Gregory, DE, Nebraska Cornhuskers

I'm pretty sure he'll enter the draft, and he'd be wise to. A super-athletic pass-rusher with a lean frame and exceptional quickness, he could be a 3-4 outside linebacker or add some weight and be useful in a 4-3 scheme. I think he's shown he can play with good leverage and hold the point on the edge, but his quickness, length and ability to disrupt in the passing game is the big sell.



5. *Shane Ray, DE, Missouri Tigers

Hit with a targeting call against Bama -- don't get me started -- he was a huge loss for Mizzou. It's fitting his ejection came on a QB hit, since nobody can block him this year. He plays with tremendous energy, beats blockers in multiple ways, and gets to the passer, so it's going to work out. What I like about Ray is that he combines a relentless effort level with a range of pass-rushing moves. He's not just a speed rusher off the edge; he'll get on the inside shoulder of a tackle and drive through, creating pressure from the inside. Super productive.



6. **Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State Seminoles

I admit I need more time to go back through this season of play to evaluate Winston. It's been so up and down with so many mistakes followed up by brilliant plays -- it's hard to know what to make of it all. What I do know is we're still talking about a pretty special, still-young talent. Winston has an extraordinary mind and physical talent for football, with special pocket instincts, and the necessary vision, size, arm strength and athleticism. He also has the ability to manipulate the pocket, see pressure early, and deliver the ball to the right target. But there have been mistakes, and that extends beyond the field.



7. Brandon Scherff, OT, Iowa Hawkeyes

I still have Scherff as my top tackle, but it'll be interesting to see who is in the draft class. Overall, he's been dominant in the run game and has made strides as a pass-blocker. I've said before that he can be better in pass protection, but he is pretty good, just not super-nimble. He is the best run-blocker in the class, along with La'el Collins. Scherff uses a powerful base and a powerful punch to jolt defenders, and he can move well and line up blocks in space. He's a classic finisher in the running game.



8. DeVante Parker, WR, Louisville Cardinals

A successful run after coming back from an August foot injury has really solidified Parker's stock. He offers great length, with long arms, good hops and a strong, chiseled, lean frame that will remind some of A.J. Green. Parker does a good job with body position when the ball is in the air -- and it all adds up to a guy with a huge catch radius. He will make plays downfield, and he's good with the ball in his hands.



9. *Melvin Gordon III, RB, Wisconsin Badgers

I'm just glad he's healthy after a senior year with 300-plus carries. Gordon is an easy accelerator, and he cuts with explosiveness and little wasted motion. He will miss a hole here and there in search of a bigger lane, but he has good vision, isn't afraid of contact between the tackles or on the edge, and has breakaway speed when he gets in space. Here's hoping health doesn't become an issue because of the workload.



10. *Landon Collins, S, Alabama Crimson Tide

I said last week I'm really impressed lately with how well he plays close to the line of scrimmage. Super-versatile, he's what every NFL coach wants right now. Collins can play deep -- making good reads and taking the right angle to the ball -- and he also has the ability to line up close to the line of scrimmage and run with tight ends. A strong tackler, Collins is fearless in taking on running backs, but he shows good technique and doesn't just throw himself at the ball.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 11, 2014, 01:28:49 PM
I think Safety and Linebacker should be our top drafts.

Jay Cutler is guaranteed mega bucks for another season, so no way he won't be our QB next year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 14, 2014, 02:34:02 PM
Marcus Mariota wins the Heisman

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/12025105/oregon-marcus-mariota-wins-80th-heisman-trophy-landslide
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 18, 2014, 11:15:35 AM
Seems like Cutler will be benched for the next game (against the Lions). Tough start for Clausen, against the top-rated Defence in the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 18, 2014, 01:23:38 PM
There's being benched and then there's being benched for Jimmy Clausen.

http://deadspin.com/jay-cutler-has-been-benched-for-jimmy-clausen-wait-1672487252
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 18, 2014, 01:41:13 PM
There's being benched and then there's being benched for Jimmy Clausen.

http://deadspin.com/jay-cutler-has-been-benched-for-jimmy-clausen-wait-1672487252

Not much point in carrying on with Cutler massively-underperforming.

I'm at the 'if we lose I'm not that bothered' stage of the season, particularly as it may help the Packers to finish 2nd in the Division and lose home advantage.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 19, 2014, 08:44:35 AM
Bet the Titans fans are delighted that they lost to the Jaguars yesterday, they're now in pole position.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2014, 10:29:45 AM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/B5J_jsnIUAAiCIg.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: lovejoy on December 19, 2014, 08:21:07 PM
Fallen out of interest in NFL in recent years, being a Raiders fan does that. What I was wonder is, with no relegation and being 0-10, what is the incentive to win the last few games? Why not lost the set and get first draft pick, it's not as if relegation is a threat?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 19, 2014, 08:50:28 PM
I think the rubbish teams tend to play a few youngsters and fringe players when they've no chance of the play-offs. So from their perspective, they want to play well to impress or they know they might be out of work the next year. Players are unlikely to care about helping the team get a good draft pick to increase their chances of being replaced.

I'd be up for introducing relegation though. Expand to London, LA, Toronto and San Antonio. Have a top league of 24 teams, split into four divisions of six teams, AFC East/West/NFC East/West. Lower division of twelve teams split into League 2 East and League 2 West.

Promotion and relegation to include end of season playoffs played on Thursday, Friday and Monday nights and in the bye week before the Superbowl, cancelling the tedious Probowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2014, 01:03:58 AM
US sports will never go for relegation. they like their guaranteed income too much.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 20, 2014, 01:24:18 AM
Oh yeah, I didn't say it was going to happen. I just think it would be ace. A second division might be a good way to break in an expansion team too... so there's less chance of them getting battered every week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2014, 08:39:50 PM
Two NFL games on tonight, starting with Philly and the Washington Football Team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2014, 09:45:22 AM
The terrible football team that plays in Washington somehow managed to beat Philly.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 22, 2014, 02:38:47 AM
Massive choke by the Eagles since Thanksgiving.

But they could very well finish the season with 10 wins and not make the playoffs while Atlanta or Carolina do with 7 wins.

If you believe the Pete Rozelle conspiracy theories, that is the price the Eagles pay for having one of the most stable season ticket and TV markets. The don't "need" a Super Bowl win to make the NFL more money. Fans who turn up through thick and thin are mugs.....




 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: lovejoy on December 22, 2014, 08:55:55 AM
Raiders win again, just doing enough to avoid a prime draft pick. I didn't realise they and the Bills have the longest run without a post season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 22, 2014, 09:01:52 AM
Getting to the stage where we know most of the play-off teams, just not who's got bye-weeks.

Hoping that the Lions beat the "one-man-team" Packers, but have a feeling Rodgers will pick them apart. Apparently the Lions are 0-23 at Lambeau going back to the early 1990s.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 22, 2014, 09:03:57 AM
Raiders win again, just doing enough to avoid a prime draft pick. I didn't realise they and the Bills have the longest run without a post season.

This was one game where I wanted the Raiders to lose. The Bills were the other team that my dad used to go to when he worked Stateside
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 22, 2014, 02:27:35 PM
Getting to the stage where we know most of the play-off teams, just not who's got bye-weeks.

Hoping that the Lions beat the "one-man-team" Packers, but have a feeling Rodgers will pick them apart. Apparently the Lions are 0-23 at Lambeau going back to the early 1990s.

One player? Rodgers has been having great pass protection which has allowed him the time to pick people out, Clay Matthews and to a lesser extent, Julius Peppers have been excellent, Eddie Lacey is one of the better rushers in the league, Jordy Nelson and to a lesser degree, Randall Cobb have been excellent wide receivers.

Good to hear about the Lions record at Lambeau and our home record isn't bad. Last couple of games have been concerning though as we've struggled against very well organised defences and I always worry about our defence against sides with a good rush offence.

I would have loved home field advantage but it looks like Cardinals will get that. That will probably stop us from doing any lasting damage in the playoffs which should make a lot of you happy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 22, 2014, 02:57:10 PM
Getting to the stage where we know most of the play-off teams, just not who's got bye-weeks.

Hoping that the Lions beat the "one-man-team" Packers, but have a feeling Rodgers will pick them apart. Apparently the Lions are 0-23 at Lambeau going back to the early 1990s.

One player? Rodgers has been having great pass protection which has allowed him the time to pick people out, Clay Matthews and to a lesser extent, Julius Peppers have been excellent, Eddie Lacey is one of the better rushers in the league, Jordy Nelson and to a lesser degree, Randall Cobb have been excellent wide receivers.


I knew you'd like that  ;-)   Lacey is pretty good. I think Cobb, Nelson and the O-Line are all made to look better by Rodgers outstanding play.

Rodgers hasn't been himself in the last 2 games, apparently ill against the Bucc's. If he is healthy, then I fancy you to beat the Lions who haven't been great over the last month, but have still been winning most of their games.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 22, 2014, 03:47:49 PM
Yeah Rodgers was ill and got quite a bad beating in the first quarter yesterday. The Buccs were very well organised and apparently have been since their bye week. Our away record is hugely different to our home record and as I say, it looks like we won't have home advantage so we'll probably lose away to a good side with a good rush attack.

I think the attack compliments eachother. Any receiver would no doubt love to have Rodgers as a quarter back and the receivers have put up some good catches over the season (less so in the last couple of weeks). Rodgers and Nelson in particular play off eachother really well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 22, 2014, 03:54:49 PM
Yeah Rodgers was ill and got quite a bad beating in the first quarter yesterday. The Buccs were very well organised and apparently have been since their bye week. Our away record is hugely different to our home record and as I say, it looks like we won't have home advantage so we'll probably lose away to a good side with a good rush attack.

I think the attack compliments eachother. Any receiver would no doubt love to have Rodgers as a quarter back and the receivers have put up some good catches over the season (less so in the last couple of weeks). Rodgers and Nelson in particular play off eachother really well.

If it makes you feel better, if the Superbowl is between the Packers and the Patriots, then I'll be supporting your lot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 22, 2014, 05:42:17 PM
Through gritted teeth though I suspect.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on December 22, 2014, 11:02:27 PM
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British NFL player Menelik Watson has donated his payment from Sunday's game between the Oakland Raiders and the Buffalo Bills to the family of a four-year-old girl with a heart condition.

The Raiders offensive lineman, 26, handed over the cheque, worth around Ł12,000 after tax, to Ava Urrea's father following the game.

The youngster suffers from hypoplastic left heart syndrome.

The Raiders won the game 26-24 to deny the Bills a play-off place.

The Touchdown Dreams programme, which helps ill children, arranged for Urrea to lead the Raiders team as captain for a day.

She received a signed helmet and autographed footballs from players as well as the cheque from Watson.

Watson was brought up in the Longsight area of Manchester before moving to the United States in 2009.

The former basketball player was drafted by the Raiders from Florida State University in April 2013.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: bertlambshank on December 22, 2014, 11:10:11 PM
What a great punch up at the end of double overtime in the Miami Beach bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 23, 2014, 09:02:52 AM
The Browns wanted Rex Grossman to be their QB for the last game of the season, but he turned them down as he wanted to have Christmas with his family. Turned down by Rex.... Big game as well, as they're playing the Ravens who can still make the playoffs.

Dominic Raiola has been suspended for a game, for stamping on Ego Ferguson, meaning he'll miss the showdown with the Packers.

Regarding last night's game:-

The Bengals clinched a playoff spot by intercepting Peyton Manning 4 times!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 23, 2014, 09:05:55 AM
The Browns wanted Rex Grossman to be their QB for the last game of the season, but he turned them down as he wanted to have Christmas with his family. Turned down by Rex....

Who's up next ? John Beck ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 23, 2014, 11:08:39 AM
The Browns wanted Rex Grossman to be their QB for the last game of the season, but he turned them down as he wanted to have Christmas with his family. Turned down by Rex....

Who's up next ? John Beck ?

George Blanda
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on December 29, 2014, 05:38:17 PM
Bears fire trestman and emery, good news
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 29, 2014, 05:55:20 PM
Bears fire trestman and emery, good news

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSS!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 29, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
the boy named Suh has been suspended from the Lions first playoff game for treading on Aaron Rodgers.

Falcons fire Smith
Jets fire Ryan
Harbaugh quits the Niners to take the Michigan job

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 29, 2014, 10:09:22 PM
the boy named Suh has been suspended from the Lions first playoff game for treading on Aaron Rodgers.

Good. Dirty bastard.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 30, 2014, 11:49:15 AM
the boy named Suh has been suspended from the Lions first playoff game for treading on Aaron Rodgers.

Good. Dirty bastard.

Two players suspended in consecutive games for stamping on opponents, both have been in trouble numerous times before.

7th pick for Da Bears.

Quite looking forward to the Ravens @ Steelers, Bell will probably be out injured.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 30, 2014, 01:36:30 PM
Read a stat today. Apparently when the Chiefs played the Raiders this year, it was the 4th time they'd played a team that was 0-10 and they've lost all 4 times!!

And we say that Villa are the team you want to play when your team is struggling.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 30, 2014, 05:40:46 PM
Villa are rubbish, but I reckon we'd beat the Raiders.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 30, 2014, 05:49:50 PM
Whose in line to replace Harbaugh Redsox? The Niners' need a shake up me thinks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 31, 2014, 12:59:06 PM
The Patriots have now had 12 consecutive seasons of double-digit-wins.

The 49ers managed 16 in a row once.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 31, 2014, 01:05:07 PM
The Patriots have now had 12 consecutive seasons of double-digit-wins.

The 49ers managed 16 in a row once.

That is impressive, until you realise they are in the AFC East and the woeful competition they have for 6 games each season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 31, 2014, 02:07:18 PM
The Patriots have now had 12 consecutive seasons of double-digit-wins.

The 49ers managed 16 in a row once.

That is impressive, until you realise they are in the AFC East and the woeful competition they have for 6 games each season.

Makes you think that the Texans should really have made the playoffs this year. You basically have 4 wins against the Titans and Jaguars, so only need to win another 6 from 12 games....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 31, 2014, 06:29:38 PM
The Patriots have now had 12 consecutive seasons of double-digit-wins.

The 49ers managed 16 in a row once.

That is impressive, until you realise they are in the AFC East and the woeful competition they have for 6 games each season.

Makes you think that the Texans should really have made the playoffs this year. You basically have 4 wins against the Titans and Jaguars, so only need to win another 6 from 12 games....
Not to mention having JJ Watt and Arian Foster on your team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 03, 2015, 06:24:37 PM
I'll be routing for Detroit tomorrow night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 05, 2015, 09:50:25 AM
Some cracking games, had a feeling that the Ravens would beat the Steelers. Detroit somehow managed to feck it up against the Cowboys.

Felt sorry for the Cardinals, having to play away against the Panthers who they've been better than all season and the officiating was shockingly bad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 05, 2015, 11:53:24 PM
Stan Kroenke, majority shareholder at England's first franchise club, planning on building a new 80,000 capacity stadium for the Rams back in Los Angeles.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2015, 09:18:40 AM
Trestman looking quite likely to become Offensive Coordinator at the Bucc's.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mattjpa on January 06, 2015, 09:33:05 AM
I'll be routing for Detroit tomorrow night.

How did that go for ya? ;) Despite Romo being under par and Detroits D-Line being superb first half, the Cowboys deserved that win, we never look beaten. It was worrying how much pressure Romo got put under by the breaking of our O-Line on a few occasions.
Unfortunately I think Greenbay will be a step too far for the Cowboys. Our defence was shakey for the first half, I can see Rogers having a field day if we are anything below our best
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 06, 2015, 07:24:50 PM
I'll be routing for Detroit tomorrow night.

How did that go for ya? ;) Despite Romo being under par and Detroits D-Line being superb first half, the Cowboys deserved that win,
That's a joke, right?

How about the pass interference call that was possibly the most botched of all time?  That right there was the biggest reason the Cowboys one the game.   Green Bay will kill them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 06, 2015, 07:40:41 PM
The P.I call that actually wasn't and was correctly overturned.

The Lions scored 3 points in the second half. That's why the Cowboys won the game.

Off to Lambeau we go...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 06, 2015, 08:17:00 PM
I went to bed at half time of the Dallas-Detroit game. At that point it looked like it was Detroit's game all day long.

I would rather have been playing Carolina. I think Dallas will be a close game, hopefully we'll get over the line but even if we do, I think I'm right in saying that the winner will have to go to Seattle for the divisional title. I can't see us winning that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 06, 2015, 08:47:16 PM
I nearly did too OCD. It looked like Detroit had all the answers.

Can't wait for the game next week, Lambeau is one of my favourite grounds and somewhere I'd love to see. Never had any hatred for the Cheeseheads at all but obviously hope you're all disappointed next Sunday!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 06, 2015, 11:04:55 PM
It should be a high scoring game. Hopefully Aaron is over his calf issues having had the extra week. Whatever happens, you would think the Superbowl winners will come from the NFC.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 09, 2015, 11:50:16 AM
Just to keep you all up to date with Da Bears situation (I know you're all fascinated):-

We've hired a GM. Was with the Saints for 14 years.

We've interviewed Mike Shanahan/Broncos Off. Co-od/Seahawks Def. Co-od/Cardinals Def. Co-od.

I'd like whichever Defensive Coordinator is the shoutiest out of them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 11, 2015, 09:59:17 PM
I think my love for Aaron Rodgers has just reached that worrying level.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 11, 2015, 10:40:18 PM
It would be interesting to know whether they had decided to protect his calf in the first half and risk it in the second half if needed or when we were 8 behind, Aaron just thought fuck it and take the risk. The drive for the third touchdown was the Green Bay that we know though.

Davante Adams had the best game I've seen from him yet.

Obviously the call near the end will be a big talking point. I think it's the right call with the current set of rules but the rules will have to be looked at again. Great challenge from McCarthy though. We hadn't won a challenge all season up until that.

I'll be amazed if we win at Seattle though. We're not the same team on the road and it's the sort of game where Aaron has to be 100%.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 12, 2015, 10:46:47 AM
Both the Ravens and the Cowboys looked like they might pull off unlikely wins.

Think the Patriots will make the Superbowl now, the Ravens are tougher than the Colts.

I thought the no-catch was the correct call against Bryant, as he didn't maintain possession. If he hadn't have stretched for the goal line, he'd probably have maintained possession.

Was weird watching the Packers - Cowboys game and thinking that either QB could end up going off injured and if they did then their team would probably lose.

I think the Seahawks are favourites against the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 12, 2015, 02:02:59 PM
Peppers deserves credit for his turnover that would have almost certainly been a touchdown but for his athleticism. That and McCarthy's challenge were game changers.

It might have been a more comfortable win if it hadn't been for the turnover when the ball was snapped too early and led to a touchdown. Similarly if Lang hadn't done the unnecessary roughness that stopped any chance of a touchdown and led to a field goal. We can't afford to do things like that against Seattle and Aaron needs to be fully on it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 12, 2015, 03:11:04 PM
Peppers deserves credit for his turnover that would have almost certainly been a touchdown but for his athleticism. That and McCarthy's challenge were game changers.

It might have been a more comfortable win if it hadn't been for the turnover when the ball was snapped too early and led to a touchdown. Similarly if Lang hadn't done the unnecessary roughness that stopped any chance of a touchdown and led to a field goal. We can't afford to do things like that against Seattle and Aaron needs to be fully on it.

One of the big differences in the second half was that you got rid of the ball quickly in passing plays, slant passes and so on. In the first half Rodgers was holding onto it for too long for your Offensive Line to protect him and he isn't elusive in the pocket with the calf strain.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 12, 2015, 04:57:19 PM
To be fair we've got a good coaching team and quite often they make a difference at half times with their corrections.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: bertlambshank on January 13, 2015, 01:31:10 AM
How can I put this,there is a lot of grown men holding hands before the Championship Final.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 13, 2015, 01:08:40 PM
To be fair we've got a good coaching team and quite often they make a difference at half times with their corrections.

Whereas ours just keep on ploughing ahead, making no adjustments whatsoever. I'm talking about you Mel Tucker!

Ohio State College champions, weren't they the rank-outsider of the final 4?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2015, 01:30:26 PM

Ohio State College champions, weren't they the rank-outsider of the final 4?

Yep, they were the last in. There was a good case to me made for either Baylor or TCU getting the fourth playoff spot but the committee went for Ohio State.

However, unlike for more of college football's history, the committee decision related to which team deserved the fourth playoff spot rather than who would be National Champions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2015, 01:31:39 PM
US media is speculating that this might be it for Manning (Peyton that is, rather than Eli or Chelsea)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 13, 2015, 02:10:26 PM
Get rid of Cutler. Draft a quarter-back, give Payton a year contract to teach him the trade. Easy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 13, 2015, 03:48:14 PM
Get rid of Cutler. Draft a quarter-back, give Payton a year contract to teach him the trade. Easy.

Cutler is guaranteed a fortune for next year, don't think anyone will trade us for him. After next year it's not guaranteed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 14, 2015, 01:00:58 PM
Da Bears have now interviewed the following for the head coach position:-

Broncos Off. Co-od. Gase (apparently impressed in his interview)
Former Bills Head Coach
Seahawks Def. Co-od. Dan Quinn
Cardinals Def. Co-od
Lions Def. Co-od.

And we've also been linked with ex-Broncos Head Coach Fox and Mike Shanahan (another former Bronco!).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 16, 2015, 12:08:47 AM
Looks like Fox might be Da Coach. I'd be delighted with that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2015, 08:41:00 AM
Raiders have brought in Jack Del Rio as Head Coach
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2015, 10:23:55 AM
At least two of next season's Wembley games will be early kick-offs

http://www.si.com/nfl/2015/01/13/london-930-kickoff-early-start
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2015, 10:59:42 AM
All match tickets for the UK games go on sale on Monday at 10am.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 16, 2015, 11:11:05 PM
Looks like Fox might be Da Coach. I'd be delighted with that.

Now confirmed. :-)

http://www1.skysports.com/nfl/news/30964/9648165/nfl-chicago-bears-appoint-john-fox-as-new-head-coach
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on January 16, 2015, 11:20:22 PM
Joe Paterno's victories have been restored by the NCAA, the winningest coach in history! Oh how the American's produce great words, love it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 17, 2015, 10:24:05 AM
Joe Paterno's victories have been restored by the NCAA, the winningest coach in history! Oh how the American's produce great words, love it.

The NCAA are bit-by-bit pretending that those sexual assaults carried out while Joe Pa was coach, didn't happen.

However, for me, the worst thing is the fuss that Penn State and its students are making, eg teams wearing jerseys/helmets with "409" patches.

Penn State should have gracefully accepted the reinstated wins and moved on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 18, 2015, 02:07:39 AM
In addition to the Papa John's adverts (anti-Obamacare et al).....there's now an advert over here where Peyton Manning improvises an insurance company's jingle melody into everything he says.

As if we needed more reasons to hate him. (And I even went to the U of Tennessee!!!!)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 19, 2015, 10:24:53 AM
Regarding the Conference Championship games:-

I'm quite glad that it's not the nightmare Superbowl of The Packers against the Patriots.

Packers really should have won against the Seahawks, dominated as the Seahawks made loads of errors, but couldn't quite get a big lead and then there was the huge error by Bostick. Feel sorry for him as being a Special Teams player, that may be the end of his NFL career.

Patriots demolishing the Colts was fairly predictable, just hope the Seahawks win the big one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 19, 2015, 11:32:07 AM
NFL London tickets on sale today, have got tickets to see the Detroit Lions @ Kansas City Chiefs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 19, 2015, 01:37:42 PM
Regarding the Conference Championship games:-

I'm quite glad that it's not the nightmare Superbowl of The Packers against the Patriots.

Packers really should have won against the Seahawks, dominated as the Seahawks made loads of errors, but couldn't quite get a big lead and then there was the huge error by Bostick. Feel sorry for him as being a Special Teams player, that may be the end of his NFL career.

Patriots demolishing the Colts was fairly predictable, just hope the Seahawks win the big one.

It should be the end of his career. He had one job - to block and allow Jordy Nelson, our best receiver who was assigned to receive, to catch the onside kick.

I'm still pissed off about it. I thought only Villa could fuck up on a scale of that magnitude. 16-0 at half-time and could have been 24-0. A lead of 5 points with 9 seconds before the 2-minute warning with all our time-outs in hand and we blow it. The defence had been great for most of the game so to fuck up so royally was quite incredible.

I'm obviously pissed about the way it happened but I can take consolation that a good chunk of our team (most of our offensive line) are 1st or 2nd year rookies, we've developed a good running game and the defence, overall, is the best that I've seen it. We've been getting by with Rodgers not being very mobile in the last few weeks so we should be well positioned next season. Players like Rodgers and Matthews have got to get another Superbowl at some point.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 19, 2015, 01:45:31 PM
You dominated for nearly 3 quarters, but couldn't quite get out of sight. A strange game. Like you say, can't see you not being strong in future.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 19, 2015, 01:51:49 PM
They didn't need to be out of sight, they just needed to not spectacularly fuck up like they did. Seahawks fans must feel like they've won the lottery. Even with the Safety, it was basically a hail mary and Clinton-Dix (another rookie who's been really good this season) didn't challenge.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2015, 02:13:06 PM
(http://www.nocturnar.com/imagenes/ha-ha-nelson-nelson_haha.gif) Clinton-Dix.

What a name. Not quite the standard of Barkevious Mingo but its still a classic name.

I gave up just after the
Seahawks scored their first TD thinking that it was just a consolation. I'll watch the rest of the the game when I get home. I'd planned on avoiding the scores but the Seahawks' comeback even merited analysis on Beeb 5 Live this morning.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2015, 02:14:33 PM
They didn't need to be out of sight, they just needed to not spectacularly fuck up like they did. Seahawks fans must feel like they've won the lottery. Even with the Safety, it was basically a hail mary and Clinton-Dix (another rookie who's been really good this season) didn't challenge.


Biggest choke this weekend  ? Packers or Martin Kaymer ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 19, 2015, 07:21:21 PM
Do we really need the spoilers? Surely anyone who's avoiding the scores would just not click on the NFL thread... as I managed to do all day?

Anyway, while I enjoyed the end of the Packers game I still think it's unfair that they didn't get the chance to score a touchdown of their own in overtime. The rules are better than previously but I'd still prefer a straight period of overtime. If still level at the end (and it's a playoff game) go for a two-point conversion shoot-out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on January 19, 2015, 09:11:30 PM
Do we really need the spoilers? Surely anyone who's avoiding the scores would just not click on the NFL thread... as I managed to do all day?

Anyway, while I enjoyed the end of the Packers game I still think it's unfair that they didn't get the chance to score a touchdown of their own in overtime. The rules are better than previously but I'd still prefer a straight period of overtime. If still level at the end (and it's a playoff game) go for a two-point conversion shoot-out.

That is what they do in the Canadian Football League, both teams get a chance to play from the oppositions own 35 yard line. 3 downs and the least you should get is a field goal, great viewing it can be too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2015, 11:57:49 AM
NFL probing Belichick's balls

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/12193345/nfl-investigating-whether-new-england-patriots-deflated-footballs-indianapolis-colts
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 20, 2015, 11:29:06 PM
Firstly the refs should check things like whether the balls have enough air in them. Secondly, it's the same for both teams so I'm not sure where the advantage is. If true, it's a stupid thing to do. I think Brady would have been ok either way.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 21, 2015, 06:10:34 AM
Guilty.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2015, 07:13:47 AM
The latest on Deflate-Gate / Ballgazi

http://espn.go.com/boston/story/_/id/12202450/nfl-says-new-england-patriots-had-inflated-footballs-afc-championship-game

Quote
The NFL has found that 11 of 12 of the New England Patriots game balls were inflated significantly less than the NFL requires, league sources involved and familiar with the investigation of Sunday's AFC championship game told ESPN
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 21, 2015, 11:53:12 AM
The latest on Deflate-Gate / Ballgazi

http://espn.go.com/boston/story/_/id/12202450/nfl-says-new-england-patriots-had-inflated-footballs-afc-championship-game

Quote
The NFL has found that 11 of 12 of the New England Patriots game balls were inflated significantly less than the NFL requires, league sources involved and familiar with the investigation of Sunday's AFC championship game told ESPN

Has Brady got much smaller hands than Andrew Luck?  :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 21, 2015, 06:34:01 PM
Is there any chance of the Patriots being forced out of the Superbowl and the Packers being given their place? I didn't think so.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2015, 08:10:25 AM
Is there any chance of the Patriots being forced out of the Superbowl and the Packers being given their place? I didn't think so.

No chance (although, even as a sort-of Pats fan due to them being near Boston, I'd love to see them kicked out just for the chaos).

Outside chance of BB being banned if he's linked to the deflation. More likely a fine and/or loss of a draft pick.

It depends whether the Pats are still on doublesecretprobation from Spygate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2015, 09:31:49 AM
Fine and loss of a 1st round draft pick would probably be the punishment.

The Patriots are the Chelsea of American Football.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on January 28, 2015, 07:11:49 PM
Quote
The Seattle Seahawks did their Super Bowl media day session on Tuesday afternoon, and all eyes were on running back Marshawn Lynch.

As anticipated, Beast Mode didn't have much to say. In fact, he only said one thing—over and over.

"I'm here so I won't get fined."
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 28, 2015, 07:35:14 PM
Quote
The Seattle Seahawks did their Super Bowl media day session on Tuesday afternoon, and all eyes were on running back Marshawn Lynch.

As anticipated, Beast Mode didn't have much to say. In fact, he only said one thing—over and over.

"I'm here so I won't get fined. Now stop asking me if our owner is going to buy the bloody Villa."
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 29, 2015, 08:53:54 AM
..........but he knows these two guys called Bill and Warren who might be interested


EDIT - Actually, forget Microsoft and Berkshire Hathaway, why can't Villa relieve Apple of some of their profits.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 29, 2015, 11:22:41 AM
They would probably rename us Aston iVilla.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 29, 2015, 01:59:55 PM
What's everyone thinking for the Superbowl. Have a horrible feeling that the Patriots will win.

I worry about:-

A) The Seahawks defending against Gronkowski and runs up the middle.
B) The Seahawks poor Offensive Line and Receivers.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 29, 2015, 02:56:58 PM
Deflatedgate might have rallied them together. I hope the Seahawks do win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: London Villan on January 29, 2015, 07:14:32 PM
I have dilemma, watch the game live or get up early and watch it in the morning...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 30, 2015, 08:10:26 AM
I used to stay up and watch the game live.

However, I now record it to watch first thing (fast forwarding thro' the chatter, adverts and halftime)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 30, 2015, 08:22:29 AM
Lightweights!

I've booked the next day off...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 30, 2015, 02:03:21 PM
I'm off on Monday but I'be got a busy day on Sunday. Arsenal at lunch time and The Cope live in Bristol in the evening.

The game will be kicking off around the time I get home, so I might watch the first half live.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on January 30, 2015, 03:25:22 PM
I'm off on Monday but I'be got a busy day on Sunday. Arsenal at lunch time and The Cope live in Bristol in the evening.

The game will be kicking off around the time I get home, so I might watch the first half live.

I'll text you what happens :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 31, 2015, 10:45:32 PM
However, I now record it to watch first thing (fast forwarding thro' the chatter, adverts and halftime)
I'm guessing you will sneak a peek at Katy Perry :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2015, 12:21:05 AM
off to Google to see what Katy Perry looks like
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2015, 12:22:21 AM
A slightly slimmer version if Kat Dennings, so she'll do nicely
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 01, 2015, 11:43:26 AM
off to Google to see what Katy Perry looks like

Seriously? Even I know who Katy Perry is! Do you live in a bubble?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 01, 2015, 10:53:14 PM
Handball SuperDuper Dish final starts soon. New England to win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 12:13:59 AM
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on February 02, 2015, 12:41:24 AM
Slamdunk

That was....a goal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 12:51:53 AM
This half has flown by. And then we have a half time that lasts 3 days.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 02, 2015, 01:03:28 AM
I wonder which of his hit Lenny Kravitz will be singing?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 01:04:36 AM
American Woman or Are You Gonna Go My Way? Which are more hits than Kraftwerk managed..........
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 02, 2015, 01:09:01 AM
It'll fry my mind if Kravitz performs "Autobahn" now. Hopefully we get a Janet Jackson moment from Perry.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 01:10:40 AM
I hope it's Katy and not Lenny who has a wardrobe malfunction.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 01:14:32 AM
Our groundsman used to cry at the giant hamster balls rolling across VP at HT, I dread to think how he'd react to having all this on the pitch!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 01:27:01 AM
The cost of the ad slots during the Super Bowl total $360m! Fucking hell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 02, 2015, 01:32:43 AM
I wonder which of his hit Lenny Kravitz will be singing?

The answer was none.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: bertlambshank on February 02, 2015, 01:34:49 AM
I want to see Fat Sam with one of these headsets on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 03:09:49 AM
Well that was a bit of an interesting end!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on February 02, 2015, 04:30:44 AM
arguably the greatest end to a Superbowl ever! Greatest not in terms of who won or the result, but it might be the most talked about call to throw, not run. Great game besides and a spectacular catch to set things up, followed by an equally spectacular ending.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 02, 2015, 04:35:15 AM
Well that was a bit of an interesting end!
Worst call ever, ridiculous.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2015, 04:45:14 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v436/EnglishPride2004/001a_zpsszdtx0nf.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2015, 12:09:50 PM
Just finished watching the game. WTF was Carroll thinking ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on February 02, 2015, 12:22:07 PM
I guess it was one of those calls. If it had come off, it would have been heralded as an amazingly thought out play. Still, it wasn't and he's viewed as a numpty by the world.

I bet Marshawn Lynch is fucking livid. Just as well the Fantasy season is over, I had him in my team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 02, 2015, 12:44:17 PM
It must be catching. First Green Bay fuck up at the end of the game, now the Seahawks. The Chelsea of the NFL fluke a Superbowl that shouldn't have had.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 02, 2015, 01:07:26 PM
I guess it was one of those calls. If it had come off, it would have been heralded as an amazingly thought out play. Still, it wasn't and he's viewed as a numpty by the world.

I bet Marshawn Lynch is fucking livid. Just as well the Fantasy season is over, I had him in my team.

No, it wasn't "one of those calls".  I think for once the arrogance of the Patriots was outdone by another team.   You have the ball on the 1/2 yard line, with the best short distance running back in the league and you throw it?  On second down?   Not only the worst call ever, but a completely stupid idiotic, bird-brained decision.   If I was a Seahawks fan I would be furious.   
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 02, 2015, 01:26:37 PM
I was going to ask which down they were on. Second down? That's got to be a 10 on the Lambertometer of crazy decisions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2015, 01:58:14 PM
....and then the Seahawks go offside. Everyone knew that Brady was going to sneak and the Seahawks had a chance to keep him in the endzone for a Safety. Two points down and with good field position coming up after the free kick and they were still in the game.

One thing that I didn't hear Al and Cris mention was that the intercepting player (Butler ?) should just have gone to ground in the endzone rather than trying to run out. Heat of the moment and all that but I'd be surprised if what to do in those circumstancs hadn't been drilled into the Pats players
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2015, 02:00:52 PM
I know that Brady had to be MVP but (completion record aside) he wasn't up to his normal standards. Some very wobbly passes, including the final TD
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on February 02, 2015, 03:50:48 PM
I know that Brady had to be MVP but (completion record aside) he wasn't up to his normal standards. Some very wobbly passes, including the final TD

Edelman should have been MVP. Too easy to give it to the winning QB
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on February 02, 2015, 03:52:59 PM
I was going to ask which down they were on. Second down? That's got to be a 10 on the Lambertometer of crazy decisions.

It was a stupid decision and Carroll who is an excellent coach was invaded by Paul Lambert at that very moment. To make things worse his explanation of it was a combination of the very worst of Lambert. Ludicrous doesn't come close to it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on February 02, 2015, 05:45:31 PM
I guess it was one of those calls. If it had come off, it would have been heralded as an amazingly thought out play. Still, it wasn't and he's viewed as a numpty by the world.

I bet Marshawn Lynch is fucking livid. Just as well the Fantasy season is over, I had him in my team.

No, it wasn't "one of those calls".  I think for once the arrogance of the Patriots was outdone by another team.   You have the ball on the 1/2 yard line, with the best short distance running back in the league and you throw it?  On second down?   Not only the worst call ever, but a completely stupid idiotic, bird-brained decision.   If I was a Seahawks fan I would be furious.

Of course, but my point is that if it had come off, it would have been lauded as an incredibly brave play that won the Superbowl. Arrogant etc, of course, but then we are talking about the NFL.

It was a great play to intercept, the receiver was open for a moment, it just didn't work.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2015, 06:33:32 PM
If it had been the Patriots on the half yard line, Billy B would have called for a screen pass to a 300lb eligible lineman.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2015, 08:00:35 PM
Looks like Johnny Football has a drink and/or drug problem

http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2015/02/browns_quarterback_johnny_manziel_rehab.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 02, 2015, 08:10:55 PM
I was going to ask which down they were on. Second down? That's got to be a 10 on the Lambertometer of crazy decisions.

It was a stupid decision and Carroll who is an excellent coach was invaded by Paul Lambert at that very moment. To make things worse his explanation of it was a combination of the very worst of Lambert. Ludicrous doesn't come close to it.
Totally agree.   Some people over here are calling it the worst play call ever in the super bowl, I'm calling it the worst decision in any sport ever. period. full stop.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 03, 2015, 11:19:02 AM
If they had a poor running game, like the Colts then it may have been excusable. But there's no running-back you'd rather have in that situation than Lynch. Bizarre decision.

It was a great Superbowl though, even though the baddies won.

Edelman should have been MVP, Brady didn't have a particularly great game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 03, 2015, 12:55:02 PM
Edelman & Butler are getting the Disney parade instead of Brady

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/attractions/the-daily-disney/os-im-going-to-disney-2015-20150202-story.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on February 03, 2015, 04:28:12 PM
....and then the Seahawks go offside. Everyone knew that Brady was going to sneak and the Seahawks had a chance to keep him in the endzone for a Safety. Two points down and with good field position coming up after the free kick and they were still in the game.

One thing that I didn't hear Al and Cris mention was that the intercepting player (Butler ?) should just have gone to ground in the endzone rather than trying to run out. Heat of the moment and all that but I'd be surprised if what to do in those circumstancs hadn't been drilled into the Pats players

He caught it on the line with his momentum taking him out. Doubt he knew exactly where both his feet had landed, and it would have been a safety if he'd ducked back in. Best to just dive forwards.

I agree about the fouls though, unbelievable indiscipline from the Seahawks. I was saying to my wife that we hadn't won yet, and Brady needed the QB sneak of his life.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 03, 2015, 10:36:27 PM
Brady won vehicle for being MVP and is giving it to Butler
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 09, 2015, 10:41:55 PM
the sad story of Tony Dorsett

http://espn.go.com/dallas/nfl/story/_/id/12300070/tony-dorsett-battling-cte-had-no-idea-end-was-going-this
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 10, 2015, 08:56:07 AM
Ed Sabol, dead at 98

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000469569/article/ed-sabol-founder-of-nfl-films-dies-at-age-of-98
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 20, 2015, 08:02:36 AM
Raiders and Chargers propose a shared stadium in LA

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/02/19/raiders-chargers-stadium-los-angeles_n_6718152.html

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on February 25, 2015, 09:58:47 PM
The first NFL Stadium I ever went to, Candlestick Park, now being demolished.

http://www.49ers.com/photos/photo-gallery/Candlestick-Park-Demolition/b9c3cf8a-5bdc-4b6b-9b74-e09087742148?campaign=social_20150225_41071876&adbid=10152595129356875&adbpl=fb&adbpr=112852666874
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on February 25, 2015, 10:02:52 PM
I was luck enough to attend a Niners game at The 'Stick, sad stuff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 26, 2015, 08:48:57 AM
Would annoy me if I lived in San Francisco, with the new stadium being miles away in Santa Clara.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 26, 2015, 02:06:00 PM
Yeah I hate teams that move miles away (except for the one in my username).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on February 26, 2015, 02:20:51 PM
Yeah I hate teams that move miles away (except for the one in my username).

But as there isn't actually a place called Clyde in Scotland how can you say they have moved miles away from it?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on February 26, 2015, 07:58:13 PM
I was luck enough to attend a Niners game at The 'Stick, sad stuff.

I saw a Giants game there in 79 I think it was, they shared with the 49ers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 27, 2015, 12:52:29 PM
Yeah I hate teams that move miles away (except for the one in my username).

But as there isn't actually a place called Clyde in Scotland how can you say they have moved miles away from it?

I didn't. I said they'd moved miles away. In any case they are much further from the eponymous river than they used to be.

Not that I'm too arsed. They're still within easy travelling distance of Glasgow and the surrounding area. I was just making a silly comment to annoy Adam.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on February 27, 2015, 02:48:54 PM
Just as I was making a silly remark to annoy you!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 27, 2015, 07:58:46 PM
I always knew Swanny was nicer than you.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 07, 2015, 10:20:19 AM
Looks like the Patriots will be saving some money on their food bill

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/12425466/vince-wilfork-option-declined-new-england-patriots?ex_cid=espnapi_public
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 09, 2015, 08:47:38 AM
Brandon Marshall traded to the Jets for a 5th round pick. More about getting him out of the dressing room, rather than wanted the draft pick I think.

Suh looks set to become the highest paid defensive player in NFL history, with the Dolphins.

Cobb signed back up by the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 10, 2015, 08:52:37 PM
Eagles and Rams plan to swap QBs - http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12456228/sam-bradford-st-louis-rams-traded-philadelphia-eagles-nick-foles


Now if the Seahawks are planning to throw stupid goal line passes that'll at least have someone who can catch them - http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12456100/new-orleans-saints-agree-trade-tight-end-jimmy-graham-seattle-seahawks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 11, 2015, 09:51:52 AM
I think the plans for an NFL stadium in downtown LA have been scrapped.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 13, 2015, 07:43:29 AM
DeMarco Murray to the Eagles

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12468196/demarco-murray-sign-philadelphia-eagles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 13, 2015, 07:44:34 AM
I think the plans for an NFL stadium in downtown LA have been scrapped.

Just the Rams plan. The Chargers/Raiders combo is still active

http://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/labor-friction-shadows-potential-nfl-stadium-la-suburbs-29581795
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 13, 2015, 11:03:27 PM
so that's where Mante Teo's fake girlfriend went

http://deadspin.com/fake-female-ole-miss-fan-used-twitter-to-recruit-athlet-1691299370
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on March 14, 2015, 12:01:56 AM
Cobb signed back up by the Packers.

Good to hear but not a surprise. Re-signed Baluga too which was important. Interesting to see that we got rid of the special teams' coach. Never heard of those we've signed so don't know if there's anything there to look forward too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 18, 2015, 08:58:19 AM
One of the top running-backs in the draft this year is a Brit; Jay Ajayi. Has been compared to Marshawn Lynch.

Projected to go in the 2nd-3rd, obviously running-backs aren't going very highly nowadays.

Todd Gurley may be the first RB picked in the 1st Round since 2012.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 22, 2015, 04:08:43 PM
Chuck Bednarik, 89

(http://www.realclearsports.com/blognetwork/Chuck%20Bednarik.jpg)

http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2015/03/21/eagles-hall-of-famer-chuck-bednarik-passes-at-age-89/

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12529781/chuck-bednarik-philadelphia-eagles-hall-famer-dies-age-89
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 22, 2015, 04:09:58 PM
More on the Rams potential return to LA

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/page/hotread150318/st-louis-rams-owner-sparks-nfl-chaos-plan-move-team-los-angeles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 31, 2015, 12:44:20 PM
Falcons lose a fifth round pick as punishment for pumping in fake crowd noise. How embarassing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 31, 2015, 01:34:54 PM
Starting to look suspiciously like Da Bears will use the 7th pick of the draft on Nose Tackle Danny Shelton, who we would hope could be our Ngata.

From what I've read, I'd quite like Vic Beasley if he's still available.

Will be annoyed if we pick WR Amari Cooper, Wide Receiver doesn't need improvement as much as the Defence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 01, 2015, 01:57:17 PM
Haven't seen this on here:-

http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Former-NFL-Player-Darren-Sharper-Expected-to-Enter-Plea-297200001.html

Doesn't sound good regarding Superbowl winner Darren Sharper.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 07, 2015, 02:08:15 PM
Lawrence Tynes says that he caught MRSA at the Bucs training facility and is suing the NFL

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12632029/lawrence-tynes-sues-tampa-bay-buccaneers-claiming-mrsa-infection-ended-career
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 15, 2015, 06:45:00 PM
Aaron Hernandez found guilty of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/12694600/aaron-hernandez-found-guilty-2013-killing-odin-lloyd
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 16, 2015, 08:50:30 AM
Aaron Hernandez found guilty of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/12694600/aaron-hernandez-found-guilty-2013-killing-odin-lloyd

Could be a multi-millionaire living most people's dream and instead will get life without parole.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 17, 2015, 09:40:17 AM
It a prison that's just a long Brady completion from the Patriots' stadium
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 30, 2015, 12:57:43 PM
Pretty much 12 hours until the Draft starts.

If Mariota, Winston, White, Cooper, Williams and Fowler are the first 6 picks, then we have our choice after that. Shelton, Dupree, Waynes and Beasley would all still be available.

Talk of the Browns trading with the Bucc's for the No. 2 pick, possibly giving up their 2 1st Round picks this year and more besides, basically to land Mariota.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 01, 2015, 08:00:03 AM
First Round picks

http://espn.go.com/nfl/draft/rounds/_/round/1/year/2015

All the talk of the Browns trading up to take Mariota came to nothing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 01, 2015, 08:12:46 AM
I'm not overly-convinced with Da Bears' decision to go WR. We already had one of the best receivers in the league and we traded him (and a seventh-round pick) for a poxy fifth round choice. Then we use our first round selection to replace him when our defense has less resistance than the Italian Army?

He better be bloody good.

Oh, and I also want us to draft a QB at some point. We need a long (or maybe even a short) term replacement for Cutler.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 01, 2015, 03:21:26 PM
Shock, horror, the Steelers draft a line backer. 

Never mind that we have no corners and just lost the best safety in the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 01, 2015, 03:34:09 PM
Think you took Dupree as he was too good to pass up on, a shock he was still available. We were one pick away from getting Williams
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on May 02, 2015, 06:24:41 PM
A safety for us then. I wonder whether he'll be a starter or a back-up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 05, 2015, 11:43:16 AM
We could do with Eddie Goldman (our 2nd Round Pick) being able to start right away really, our other DT's aren't really Nose Tackles.

Grasu, the 3rd Round Pick is ranked as the best Centre in the Draft, although he may also be asked to fill in at Guard depending on injuries. May not be expected to start until next year anyway.

Think our defence will struggle again this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 07, 2015, 07:41:35 AM
Brady's balls are back in the news

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/05/06/tom-brady-deflategate_n_7227072.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 07, 2015, 08:48:35 AM
Brady's balls are back in the news

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/05/06/tom-brady-deflategate_n_7227072.html

I think the only answer is to disband the New England Patriots (they'll probably be fined and at most lose a draft pick).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 07, 2015, 12:58:25 PM
Loving this as the Steelers first game of the new season is at New England and we will be without Le'veon Bell, so it's only fair Brady doesn't play!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on May 07, 2015, 04:51:02 PM
Obviously I'm biased but that report is crap isn't it ? Months of investigation and a few texts between ground level Pats employees ? Because obviously nobody ever bigs things up for their mates when it comes to football and who they know and what their role is...

And Brady probably knew. Knew what ? He may have given instructions to keep the balls on the bottom end of the limit if that's his preference, as he is fully entitled to do and every QB in the league does, but there's absolutely nothing to suggest he knew about or encouraged these guys to deflate below the limit or post the testing.

This report is an absolute disgrace, designed to take the pressure off the NFL for making wild accusations without proof.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 07, 2015, 05:54:04 PM
To be fair Dave, the NFL weren't the ones who made the initial accusations.  In addition, did you see in the report that the Colts had written to the NFL ahead of the game to say that they suspected something was wrong with the balls the Pats were using in their regular season meeting - under inflated and had a sticky substance on the outside.

Something isn't right in all of this and at the very least, Brady is guilty of lying about not even knowing the kit man.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 08, 2015, 08:53:45 AM
The trouble is that the Patriots are famous for cheating in the past, so it's hard to judge them fairly on this.

It'd be like trying to judge whether John Terry was guilty of an offence, you'd just assume he was guilty.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 08, 2015, 08:21:46 PM
Probably best to disband the Patriots and kill John Terry, just to be on the safe side.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 11, 2015, 11:30:56 PM
Brady banned for four games, Pats fined 2016 first round pick, 2017 round four selection and $1 million.

To be honest that's more than I expected so well done NFL for not chickening out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 12, 2015, 07:55:21 AM
A couple of weeks ago it looked like Brady's soft balls would be consigned to history. Scientists had made convincing arguments that the deflation could have been natural.

However, those texts were pretty damning.

Why four games, not three or five ?

Guess what.... the Pats fifth game of the season is against the Colts.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 12, 2015, 10:04:55 AM
I was surprised by the severity of it and wonder if they'll appeal against it.

Mind you, they do keep constantly cheating. They're like Chelsea without the racism.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 12, 2015, 11:40:16 AM
I was surprised by the severity of it and wonder if they'll appeal against it.

Brady's agent, Don Yee, has already said they'll appeal. It'll be interesting to see whether Billy B and Bobby K back the appeal or just throw Brady under the bus.

Don Yee's statement

Quote
The discipline is ridiculous and has no legitimate basis. In my opinion, this outcome was pre-determined; there was no fairness in the Wells investigation whatsoever. There is no evidence that Tom directed footballs be set at pressures below the allowable limits. In fact, the evidence shows Tom clearly emphasized that footballs be set at pressures within the rules.
Tom also cooperated with the investigation and answered every question presented to him. The Wells Report presents significant evidence, however, that the NFL lacks standards or protocols with respect to its handling of footballs prior to games; this is not the fault of Tom or the Patriots. The report also presents significant evidence the NFL participated with the Colts in some type of pre-AFC Championship Game planning regarding the footballs. This fact may raise serious questions about the integrity of the games we view on Sundays.
We will appeal, and if the hearing officer is completely independent and neutral, I am very confident the Wells Report will be exposed as an incredibly frail exercise in fact-finding and logic. The NFL has a well-documented history of making poor disciplinary decisions that often are overturned when truly independent and neutral judges or arbitrators preside, and a former federal judge has found the commissioner has abused his discretion in the past, so this outcome does not surprise me.
Sadly, today’s decision diminishes the NFL as it tells its fans, players and coaches that the games on the field don’t count as much as the games played on Park Avenue.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 12, 2015, 01:08:05 PM
Apparently the sentence was extra severe due to 'the lack of cooperation received from the Patriots with the investigation'.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 12, 2015, 01:24:26 PM
Loving this as the Steelers first game of the new season is at New England and we will be without Le'veon Bell, so it's only fair Brady doesn't play!!

Perfect ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 14, 2015, 09:07:31 AM
Initial 4 game ban - Brady possibly, maybe, no one's quite sure but could have asked someone to deflate some footballs.

Initial 2 game ban - Ray Rice hitting his wife
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 20, 2015, 12:13:31 PM
Patriots will not be appealing their fine of loss of draft picks

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12913741/robert-kraft-says-new-england-patriots-appeal-deflategate-punishment


Extra Points move back to the 15 yard line (two point attempts stay at the 2 yard line)

Defending teams can now return blocked kicks or interceptions/fumbles for two points

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12915634/nfl-change-extra-point-kicks-longer-distance

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 20, 2015, 01:19:03 PM
So if a team scores a touchdown with the final play of a game to put themselves a point ahead, I am assuming the QB will take a knee rather than go for the extra point  :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 22, 2015, 09:04:55 PM
Michael Sam is going to the CFL

http://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/michael-sam-to-suit-up-for-the-montreal-alouettes-in-2015
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 08, 2015, 05:47:21 PM
Spurs' new stadium to host at least two NFL games per season from 2018

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 09, 2015, 09:33:03 AM
Spurs' new stadium to host at least two NFL games per season from 2018


Whilst their new stadium plans look impressive, when I went to White Hart Lane about 6 years ago it was the most dilapidated and frankly unsafe area I've ever been to for a football match. Felt really stabby there. Hopefully it's better now.

One step closer to the Jaguars becoming a British team?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 09, 2015, 11:46:53 AM
WHL is a crappy place to get to.

At the moment, we drive straight to Wembley for the NFL games.

For me the WHL plan will involve parking at Westfield Shepherds Bush, tubing it across London and then walking from either Seven Sisters or Tottenham Hale.

However, a smaller stadium would make sense if the NFL does move the Jags over.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 10, 2015, 08:35:41 AM
I've also posted this over in 'Deathwatch', where it'll probably get some sarky comments.

However, this is a big one for me

Ken "Snake" Stabler (69), Superbowl winning Quarterback of the Oakland Raiders

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/raiders-legend-ken-stabler-dead-at-69_559f2560e4b096729155de46?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 10, 2015, 08:58:18 AM
Yes, a very big name in the NFL and I loved the 'America's Game' where the Raiders won the Superbowl with "the Snake" at QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 12, 2015, 10:23:14 PM
Arrested Bills coach looks a lot like John Terry

http://deadspin.com/buffalo-bills-offensive-line-coach-aaron-kromer-arreste-1717335675

(http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--0lkBQ4Qj--/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/1337539365072772198.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 29, 2015, 01:37:39 PM
The suspension of Tom Brady for having deflated balls has been upheld. He's out for the first 4 games

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/13334377/jackie-macmullan-tom-brady-needs-drop-move-on
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on July 29, 2015, 01:49:17 PM
This is going to get messy. The NFL have backed themselves into a corner over what was at worst a minor misdemeanour. No good will come of this for either side.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 29, 2015, 03:09:54 PM
Blount and Bell both suspended for Pat's Steelers game too. Patriots roster actually looks quite weak this year. Wilfork, Revis, Browner and Arrington have all gone.

They still look strong on Offence though with only Shane Vereen really going.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on July 29, 2015, 03:45:19 PM
Yeah that secondary is a major worry, given the pass rush is weak.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 11, 2015, 10:14:19 PM
Jets QB Geno Smith gets punched by a teammate. Broken jaw, out for 6-10 weeks

http://deadspin.com/geno-smith-punched-by-teammate-out-6-10-weeks-1723397727
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on August 11, 2015, 10:21:17 PM
Oh Geno !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 12, 2015, 08:55:58 AM
Raiders looking pretty much certain to move from Oakland.

St. Louis and San Diego seem to be trying harder to keep the Rams and Chargers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 12, 2015, 01:05:05 PM
Although the Raiders are my team, I hope that they don't get public funding for a new stadium, whether in Oakland or LA

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on August 21, 2015, 11:53:40 PM
Although the Raiders are my team, I hope that they don't get public funding for a new stadium, whether in Oakland or LA



I can see them going back to LA and having the Rams also move back there and sharing a stadium.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on August 22, 2015, 12:01:52 AM
For those of you who play Madden, here's something a bit nuts ahead of Madden 16

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 22, 2015, 01:37:54 PM
Do you go to any Argonauts games TV?

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on August 22, 2015, 04:12:37 PM
Do you go to any Argonauts games TV?



Not really. I'm not much into the CFL. I have some friends who are Hamiton Tiger-Cats fans and I sometimes go to their games. In fact I'm going on Sept 11th to watch Argos vs Tiger Cats. The only time I really ever got into is when I lived in Ottawa 2002-2004 and they had the Ottawa Renegades. Who are now gone off course replaced by the Ottawa Red-Blacks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on August 23, 2015, 08:26:30 PM
Looks like the Packers have lost Jordy Nelson for the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on August 23, 2015, 10:42:25 PM
Yeah, that's a real shame. You never like to see one of the game's top players miss an entire season. I really fancied Green Bay to go all the way this year too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on August 23, 2015, 10:47:49 PM
Does NFL version of Fantasy Football exist in the UK? I was thinking of an H&V league for anyone who might be interested. Would need around 10 or 12 players and we'd just do an online draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 24, 2015, 09:57:24 AM
Does NFL version of Fantasy Football exist in the UK? I was thinking of an H&V league for anyone who might be interested. Would need around 10 or 12 players and we'd just do an online draft.

I played the Yahoo version a couple of times but didn't really get into it.

I've played Yahoo Fantasy Baseball since 2000 but I'm thinking that this might be my last year.

Did you see the ESPN 30 for 30 about the origins of Rotisserie Baseball ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on August 24, 2015, 01:50:57 PM
NFL to Track all player movements on pitch with chips (http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/23/sports/football/in-a-data-driven-nfl-the-pings-may-soon-outstrip-the-xs-and-os.html)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 28, 2015, 10:23:01 AM
NFL to Track all player movements on pitch with chips
 (http://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/23/sports/football/in-a-data-driven-nfl-the-pings-may-soon-outstrip-the-xs-and-os.html)

Surveillance society
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 01, 2015, 09:35:43 PM
Does NFL version of Fantasy Football exist in the UK? I was thinking of an H&V league for anyone who might be interested. Would need around 10 or 12 players and we'd just do an online draft.

Someone suggested it before but I'm not sure there's enough interest on here.

I've done a Fantasy Team on another site, my squad is as follows:

QB Rodgers, Brees
RB Charles, Gore, Bernard, Andre Williams
WR Beckham, Marshall, Cooper, Steve Smith
TE Allen, Daniels
K Carpenter
D/ST Eagles, Ravens

I think it's okay?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2015, 05:16:04 PM
Brady's ban for having soft balls has been quashed in Court

http://espn.go.com/boston/nfl/story/_/id/13570716/tom-brady-new-england-patriots-wins-appeal-nfl-deflategate
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 03, 2015, 09:58:05 PM
I'm amazed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2015, 10:42:06 AM
I'm amazed.

The penalty, per the NFL's own rules for what Brady is alleged to have known was being done to the balls, is a $25,000 fine and no suspension.

The NFL/Goodell overstepped.

It'll be interesting to see whether Kraft now appeals the team's penalties (fine and loss of draft picks)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2015, 12:26:55 PM
The season starts tonight, so whosyagot for Superbowl 50 (they've dropped the Roman Numerals for this one) ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2015, 12:37:24 PM
I'm still calling it Super Bowl L.

I thought Green Bay, now Brady is available again I can see New England winning again.

Home I'm wrong either way.

Can't see Bears being better than third in the division, even that might be a push, sadly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2015, 12:56:33 PM
Let's go mad and say Cardinals for the Super Bowl.

Whoever wins the NFC West will be used to tough games, which will help them in the play-offs.

Bears looking at a long season, but that makes for a good Draft pick :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2015, 01:47:04 PM
Can't see Bears being better than third in the division, even that might be a push, sadly.

Da Bears are still more likely to win SB50 than my Raiders

I think a Patriots v Seahawks repeat could be on the cards, with only the Packers and Colts being a threat.

NE will be fun to watch this season. Bill and Brady will be out to humiliate the opposition.

Disappointing to find out this week that Brady is friendly with Trump
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2015, 08:57:02 AM
Steelers Coaches.............."So, are we going to bother covering that Gronkowski guy?"..........."Nah"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on September 11, 2015, 12:59:18 PM
Sacramento Scrotums.
Go ballbags.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 11, 2015, 01:00:19 PM
Steelers Coaches.............."So, are we going to bother covering that Gronkowski guy?"..........."Nah"
Patriots cheating again (http://deadspin.com/what-exactly-happened-with-the-steelers-headsets-1730005682?hipra_discussion_redesign=on&utm_expid=66866090-52.r5txldOmRkqnbJxnyozIeA.2&utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 13, 2015, 09:09:02 PM
Oh well, at least the Packers have beaten the Bears. Sunday not a total loss sports wise
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 13, 2015, 09:50:33 PM
We didn't lose as badly as I expected!

Not expecting anything this year from Da Bears, just hope we can improve sufficiently that I have a bit of hope for 2016... or do so badly that we have a decent draft pick.

No doubt we'll end up a boring 6-10/7-9 type team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 15, 2015, 09:59:00 PM
I'm watching Sky's highlight show. They're using radio commentaries over the video.

Takes me back to the very early 80s when I'd listen to games on US Armed Forces radio
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 16, 2015, 08:57:16 AM
Avoided this thread as I was worried someone would say what the scores were before I'd watched the games.

Minnesota's O-Line was very shaky, gives me hope that Da Bears can beat them this season. I think Bridgewater showed quite a lot of poise considering how little time he had. San Fran won, Hyde did very well, Hayne's debut wasn't as spectacular as he would have hoped.

Falcons showing signs of improving as well, they still have some good receivers. Ryan looked dodgy at times though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 17, 2015, 06:20:44 PM
I'm watching Sky's highlight show. They're using radio commentaries over the video.

Takes me back to the very early 80s when I'd listen to games on US Armed Forces radio

Or just like being the opposing team at Gillette Stadium.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 20, 2015, 11:09:24 AM
My tickets for the three Wemberleee games arrived yesterday.

Is anyone else going ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 20, 2015, 01:33:59 PM
AD is going to the Lions-Falcons one, I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 20, 2015, 05:23:54 PM
My tickets for the three Wemberleee games arrived yesterday.

Is anyone else going ?

Going to Detroit v Kansas
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 20, 2015, 09:04:58 PM
Da Bears da blown out
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 20, 2015, 09:18:19 PM
This weekend just keeps getting better. Battered by Larry Fitzgerald, who played against Red Grange.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 21, 2015, 08:19:23 AM
Romo out for 8-10 weeks with a broken collar bone

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/columnists/tim-cowlishaw/20150920-cowlishaw-even-without-tony-romo-cowboys-aren-t-dead-yet.ece

Joins Dez Bryant (out 6-8 weeks with a broken foot) on the sidelines
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 24, 2015, 11:50:35 AM
Chancellor's holdout has ended, he'll probably play against Da Bears, just to add to our problems.

Our top 4 Wide Receivers could be out, best Linebacker is out (along with another one). Cutler and Forte may not make it and our second best OL is out.

We were going to get slaughtered anyway, it could be really embarrassing now.

I a going to the Lions @ Chiefs game. Tickets arrived yesterday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2015, 07:08:11 PM
http://deadspin.com/extra-point-off-the-refs-face-still-counts-1732775789
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 27, 2015, 07:37:22 PM
Romo out for 8-10 weeks with a broken collar bone

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/columnists/tim-cowlishaw/20150920-cowlishaw-even-without-tony-romo-cowboys-aren-t-dead-yet.ece

Joins Dez Bryant (out 6-8 weeks with a broken foot) on the sidelines

Happy to be 28-17 up without those two. Keep running the ball, keep it simple for Weeden. Nice management by Jason Garrett so far....wonder if he fancies a job in the Premier League?!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 28, 2015, 04:08:57 AM
Big Ben out for several weeks.........not good for the Steelers or my fantasy team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2015, 09:57:10 AM
Romo out for 8-10 weeks with a broken collar bone

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/columnists/tim-cowlishaw/20150920-cowlishaw-even-without-tony-romo-cowboys-aren-t-dead-yet.ece

Joins Dez Bryant (out 6-8 weeks with a broken foot) on the sidelines

Happy to be 28-17 up without those two. Keep running the ball, keep it simple for Weeden. Nice management by Jason Garrett so far....wonder if he fancies a job in the Premier League?!

So, how'd that work out for ya ?

http://espn.go.com/nfl/recap?gameId=400791491

Meanwhile, the Raiders continue their march towards SB50
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2015, 01:55:43 PM
Punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt (http://espn.go.com/blog/statsinfo/post/_/id/109813/its-a-statistically-ugly-ledger-for-the-bears)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2015, 01:56:34 PM
BEARS VS. SEA   PATRIOTS VS. JAC
1st   Punt                   TD
2nd   Punt                   FG
3rd   Punt                   FG
4th   Punt                   TD
5th   Punt                   FG
6th   Punt                   TD
7th   Punt                   TD
8th   Punt                   TD
9th   Punt                   TD
10th   Punt                   Knee
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 28, 2015, 02:40:37 PM
BEARS VS. SEA   PATRIOTS VS. JAC
1st   Punt                   TD
2nd   Punt                   FG
3rd   Punt                   FG
4th   Punt                   TD
5th   Punt                   FG
6th   Punt                   TD
7th   Punt                   TD
8th   Punt                   TD
9th   Punt                   TD
10th   Punt                   Knee

I didn't watch the Bears, but that Seattle defence will go down as one of the all-time great units in time.

And the Patriots never even needed third gear. Jacksonville are awful, both sides of the ball - it was the most one-sided game I have ever seen. I would have put Garroppolo in for the last 20, but I guess they didn't want to interrupt the "Tom Brady f*** you tour".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 29, 2015, 01:20:42 AM
You lot won't be laughing when we develop the greatest punting unit the game has ever seen.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 29, 2015, 09:28:31 AM
Punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt, punt (http://espn.go.com/blog/statsinfo/post/_/id/109813/its-a-statistically-ugly-ledger-for-the-bears)

I bet you're quaking in your boots at the thought of Clausen and our patched up receiving core next week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 29, 2015, 09:41:51 AM
I wonder when the Raiders were last favoured to win on the road ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 29, 2015, 10:37:42 PM
I know it was under Roosevelt but can't remember which one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 30, 2015, 08:58:03 AM
Steelers - Ravens on Thursday

May record this and avoid all NFL news/sites on Friday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 02, 2015, 08:02:04 AM
ESPN article on Mark Davis and the Raiders

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/13735322/are-mark-davis-raiders-leaving-oakland
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 02, 2015, 11:36:14 AM
There's a really good documentary on Sky at the moment about Vince Lombardi. Found it really interesting and although I knew he was a big part of the sport, I didn't realise just how big he was to the fabric of America. Things like Reagan wanting Lombardi on his ticket when campaigning to be president but Lombardi was a democrat.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on October 02, 2015, 01:44:45 PM
There's a really good documentary on Sky at the moment about Vince Lombardi. Found it really interesting and although I knew he was a big part of the sport, I didn't realise just how big he was to the fabric of America. Things like Reagan wanting Lombardi on his ticket when campaigning to be president but Lombardi was a democrat.

It was Nixon who wanted him.

Lomabardi was long gone when Reagan became president.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 04, 2015, 04:49:26 PM
The Dolphins are making Villa look good
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 05, 2015, 09:29:30 AM
Da Bears win! Next stop the Superbowl  :D

Regarding the Cowboys - Saints match:-
I didn't bother recording as it was obvious the Cowboys would win, pleased to see the Saints won in Overtime
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2015, 10:41:18 AM
Da Bears win! Next stop the Superbowl  :D

First time that the Raiders were favourites for 27 games, so it was only ever going to be a Bears win
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 05, 2015, 12:55:38 PM
Da Bears win! Next stop the Superbowl  :D

First time that the Raiders were favourites for 27 games, so it was only ever going to be a Bears win

It was a topsy-turvy game, where the lead kept changing hands. When we held you to a field goal with over 2 minutes left I was reasonably confident we'd win, but then a lot les confident when we were at 4th and about 5!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2015, 02:33:38 PM
I went for a wander around at half time on Sunday and stood for a while overlooking Olympic Way.

I was amazed at the number of people already heading back towards the Tube
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 05, 2015, 03:59:15 PM
I went for a wander around at half time on Sunday and stood for a while overlooking Olympic Way.

I was amazed at the number of people already heading back towards the Tube
Well, it is a long game :)

Two quarters = two halves?

Maybe they never went into the game in the first place and were just there soaking up the atmosphere?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 05, 2015, 04:13:19 PM
I'll be at the 3rd International Series game; Lions @ Chiefs.

Will they sell Chicago Bears merchandise there? Last time I went (Bears @ Buccs) I can only remember seeing merchandise from the 2 teams that were playing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2015, 09:14:49 PM
I went for a wander around at half time on Sunday and stood for a while overlooking Olympic Way.

I was amazed at the number of people already heading back towards the Tube
Well, it is a long game :)

Two quarters = two halves?

Maybe they never went into the game in the first place and were just there soaking up the atmosphere?

Nope, most of them were carrying the flags that were on all the seats
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2015, 09:16:50 PM
I'll be at the 3rd International Series game; Lions @ Chiefs.

Will they sell Chicago Bears merchandise there? Last time I went (Bears @ Buccs) I can only remember seeing merchandise from the 2 teams that were playing.

There's a bid merchandise tent that I think sells some stuff from most teams. However the line to get in is normally huge.

Other than a programme, I don't bother buying at Wembley. Order online for a better choice and cheaper prices
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 11, 2015, 02:00:48 PM
Giants TE Daniel Fells has MRSA and may have to have his foot amputated.

😳
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 11, 2015, 11:00:32 PM
Good sign for the Packers that they can still win comfortably, even when Rodgers has a poor day.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2015, 09:34:31 AM
Good sign for the Packers that they can still win comfortably, even when Rodgers has a poor day.

Was close and you had a bit of luck that Shields wasn't called for holding the Rams receiver in the end zone right before half-time, but you seem to be a good all-round team now, your Def. is doing well as well as Rodgers and Co. on Offence.

Pleased that Da Bears won in spite of having most of our Offensive Line, Receiving Core and a large chuck of our Defence out. Not so pleased that Jamaal Charles is out when I'm going to see the Lions - Chiefs game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 12, 2015, 10:30:57 AM
Not so pleased that Jamaal Charles is out when I'm going to see the Lions - Chiefs game.

Same here, plus I was expecting to see a game between two play-off contenders and right now the Lions are stinking the place out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2015, 11:35:49 AM
Not so pleased that Jamaal Charles is out when I'm going to see the Lions - Chiefs game.

Same here, plus I was expecting to see a game between two play-off contenders and right now the Lions are stinking the place out.

At least that last bit means Da Bears might not finish 4th in the NFC North again! Chiefs have struggled more than I thought they would. Broncos look a sure bet to take that division.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 12, 2015, 11:38:41 AM
Not so pleased that Jamaal Charles is out when I'm going to see the Lions - Chiefs game.

Same here, plus I was expecting to see a game between two play-off contenders and right now the Lions are stinking the place out.

Hopefully Megatron will be playing. He was out injured the last time the Lions were over
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 13, 2015, 02:08:20 PM
Crazy end to the Chargers-Steelers game last night.  If you have it recorded to watch later, skip the first 3 quarters.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2015, 11:27:03 PM
I lost my Fantasy match up with zero seconds of the week remaining by 0.35 points as my opponent had Bell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 15, 2015, 10:12:22 AM
I lost my Fantasy match up with zero seconds of the week remaining by 0.35 points as my opponent had Bell.

If it makes you feel better the officials have admitted that they made a mistake with the clock for the game. There should have been about 18 seconds more time.

I thought the 49ers - Giants game was really close, 49ers defender just missed out on making an interception that probably would have meant them winning, instead they lost.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2015, 07:47:48 PM
Another big catch/non-catch call today.

I agree that it should be a catch and thought that Blandino's explanation was clear. However based in recent calls, I'm surprised that it was ruled a catch
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2015, 07:53:40 PM
It was never a fucking touchdown under the current rules. They must've imported the officials from Twickenham. Cheating f...

(Still angry)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2015, 09:21:57 PM
Uh oh......cd's mood isn't going to improve after that roughing call to give the Lions another set of downs leading to a Megatron TD.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2015, 09:23:20 PM
However, Detroit manage to make a complete Villa of the last few seconds to allow da Bears to kick the tying FG
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2015, 09:26:00 PM
Uh oh......cd's mood isn't going to improve after that roughing call to give the Lions another set of downs leading to a Megatron TD.



It was soft, but it's the sort of decision QBs tend to get these days. It's a shame that the game is generally biased towards QBs when ours have been inconsistent for the last twenty years while our main rivals' have been brilliant throughout that period!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2015, 09:27:02 PM
Oh, and what the fuck was that Denver idiot doing failing to get off the field so they could take a game-winning Field Goal? I can only assume he thought he was in for a Touchdown considering how he swaggered his way into the endzone.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2015, 09:38:03 PM
Oh, and what the fuck was that Denver idiot doing failing to get off the field so they could take a game-winning Field Goal? I can only assume he thought he was in for a Touchdown considering how he swaggered his way into the endzone.

It was called incomplete so he was off the hook anyway
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2015, 09:38:58 PM
Lucky boy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2015, 09:42:16 PM
Denver go to 6-0
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2015, 09:43:00 PM
I don't think I've ever seen "Icing the Kicker" actually work. It seems more often that it means a guy would've missed but gets an extra go.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 18, 2015, 09:57:26 PM
Bears Villa the match up in overtime. Terribly negative play-calling just trying run after run when we'd had them looking scared when we passed the ball in normal time. We also managed to be the only team this year to make Stafford look good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2015, 10:39:31 PM
I applaud your use of the word Villa
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 19, 2015, 12:19:09 AM
Wow. Great win for Carolina.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 19, 2015, 02:54:54 AM
Steelers down to their third string quarterback.  No worries, business as usual!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 19, 2015, 10:28:05 AM
Steelers down to their third string quarterback.  No worries, business as usual!

I'm in a bit of a bind over this. Rothlisberger has been practicing this week, so will they play him next week? Rodgers is my other fantasy team QB and he has a bye week. Do I ditch Rothlisberger or play him and pray he starts?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 19, 2015, 01:34:03 PM
Steelers down to their third string quarterback.  No worries, business as usual!

I'm in a bit of a bind over this. Rothlisberger has been practicing this week, so will they play him next week? Rodgers is my other fantasy team QB and he has a bye week. Do I ditch Rothlisberger or play him and pray he starts?
The local news are reporting that he will practice this week.   However, I would urge caution and wait until later in the week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 19, 2015, 03:01:06 PM
Quite an ending to the Michigan v Michigan State game

http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/michigan-blown-snap-on-final-play-of-game-hands-win-to-1737138674
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2015, 02:41:14 PM
The Bills have just conceded four touchdowns in six minutes. Are they Villa in disguise ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 25, 2015, 04:19:50 PM
The original Buffalo Bill played at Aston Lower Grounds so there is a connection!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2015, 10:20:25 PM
great effort by the Bills to get themselves back into the game but a combination of those early turnovers and they fact that EJ Manuel hasn't got much of an arm meant that defeat was alway likely
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 27, 2015, 09:01:19 AM
great effort by the Bills to get themselves back into the game but a combination of those early turnovers and they fact that EJ Manuel hasn't got much of an arm meant that defeat was alway likely

It was a great game though, hope this Sunday's game is as good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2015, 08:00:47 AM
on the day if the Rugby World Final there was an incredible end to the Miami v Duke game

http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/miami-hurricanes-pull-off-mind-blowing-incredible-kick-1739861960
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 01, 2015, 03:37:20 PM
Detroit are bad, Villa level bad
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 01, 2015, 04:27:04 PM
Definitely. Supporting the Detroit Lions must be very similar to supporting the Villa.

They're appalling.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 01, 2015, 05:36:56 PM
They were really good last year. Surprising how it's fallen apart.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 01, 2015, 05:55:28 PM
on the day if the Rugby World Final there was an incredible end to the Miami v Duke game

http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/miami-hurricanes-pull-off-mind-blowing-incredible-kick-1739861960

That was incredible! Reminds of the one the Saints scored as time expired and then the kicker missed the extra point s they lost.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 01, 2015, 09:38:03 PM
Giants 49 Saints 52!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 02, 2015, 03:42:21 AM
Beyond awful from Green Bay.

Not helped by yet more injuries
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 02, 2015, 08:32:36 AM
on the day if the Rugby World Final there was an incredible end to the Miami v Duke game

http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/miami-hurricanes-pull-off-mind-blowing-incredible-kick-1739861960

That was incredible!

The whole officiating crew have been suspended by the league. Apparently there were at least four offences committed that should have negated the touchdown
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PaulWinch again on November 02, 2015, 08:39:23 AM
Wembley was great fun yesterday, a real event.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 02, 2015, 10:00:32 AM
Wembley was great fun yesterday, a real event.

I did yell out "Are you Villa in disguise?" after one of the Lions' numerous cock ups


I am confident in saying that amongst all the Lions jerseys, Chiefs jerseys and other assorted NFL jerseys, that I was the only one wearing a Toledo Mudhens AAA Baseball jersey


It'll be interesting to see what teams come over next year. The Jags are already signed up to be one of the home teams and it looks like the Washington Football Team might be another.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PaulWinch again on November 02, 2015, 12:27:30 PM
The Lions were horrible yesterday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 02, 2015, 10:45:10 PM
Just noticed, for Freeview telly owners, next week's Green Bay-Carolina game is on Pick (or Pick+1 if you need to allow suitable time to get back from the Villa).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 02, 2015, 11:41:46 PM
Just noticed, for Freeview telly owners, next week's Green Bay-Carolina game is on Pick (or Pick+1 if you need to allow suitable time to get back from the Villa).

Good spot. I had no idea Pick had games.

Pick is on Sky too btw (channel 152).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2015, 10:03:39 AM
Cheers, I have sky sports anyway, should've put "for those without sky sports".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 03, 2015, 02:04:32 PM
Disappointed in this because HQ is a bugger to get to

http://www.nfluk.com/news/internationalseries/article-1/International-Series-games-to-also-be-played-at-Twickenham/c4d08954-342a-4512-8e79-0feb7d7f3ebc
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2015, 06:03:33 PM
Sounds good to me. I'll never go to a rugby international so it's my only chance to get that ground. The surrounding area must surely be nicer than scummy Wembley?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 03, 2015, 10:57:38 PM
Cheers, I have sky sports anyway, should've put "for those without sky sports".

Didn't realise Sky were showing it. Actually I thought I was at work until 8pm on Sunday and would miss a chunk of it but just realised that I'm not, so that's made me happy. Hate missing Packers games, they're my best chance of getting that winning feeling on a weekend these days. Didn't even get that this weekend - Denver were very impressive and fully deserving of the win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2015, 08:08:44 AM
Sounds good to me. I'll never go to a rugby international so it's my only chance to get that ground. The surrounding area must surely be nicer than scummy Wembley?

It is; but at least Wembley has three tube stations, a railway station and easy access to the A40
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 04, 2015, 08:47:06 AM
Yes, looks like the Redskins Washington FC, will have a game here, which is interesting as they play the NFC North teams next year. May mean the Packers finally having a game in the UK.

I was next to a load of Maltese lads at Wembley. I told the guy next to me I was a Villa fan. He told his mate who seemed to receive the news with a mixture of disbelief and disgust.

I asked if they were from Valletta and they looked at me the same way I would look at someone if I'd told them that I was from Britain and then they'd asked if I was from London  :)   From Birkirkara, so at least I knew a footy team from there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 04, 2015, 01:34:45 PM
Yes, looks like the Redskins Washington FC, will have a game here,

The Streatham Ice Hockey club also has the same racist nickname.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on November 05, 2015, 10:40:05 AM
Yes, looks like the Redskins Washington FC, will have a game here,

The Streatham Ice Hockey club also has the same racist nickname.

Really ? How have I lived in London for so long and not known that ? Washington at least has some historical context to partly justify it, but what the hell is Streatham's excuse ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2015, 10:53:04 AM
Theteamwhoshallnotbementioned were originally the Boston Braves (doesn't appear to be as offensive as long as the logo/marketing is done properly), then became the Boston Racistmonikerdeleteds to differentiate themselves from the baseball team of the same name. They then moved to the DC area.

Without looking it up, I'm also not sure what Streatham's rational could be for still using the name.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 05, 2015, 06:08:55 PM
I'm going to assume they heard of the NFL team and thought it sounded cool.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 06, 2015, 08:52:04 AM
On the NFL UK Forum they had a thread about what an NFL team based in London could be called.

I quite liked the 'American Werewolves in London' suggestion.

Regarding last night's game;
Glad I didn't take Eifert out of my fantasy team, which I'd thought of doing - 3 touchdowns!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 06, 2015, 10:51:22 AM
I'd prefer the 'London Headlessthompsongunners'
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 08, 2015, 06:59:53 PM
Watching the Packers the last 2 weeks is fucking depressing. Utterly pathetic
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 08, 2015, 07:12:05 PM
Thats game over
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 08, 2015, 07:17:34 PM
Beyond a joke. Offensive line looks like it has given up
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 08, 2015, 07:32:37 PM
Humiliating half.

Only Rodgers looks like he gives a shit. Defense, offensive line and receivers all embarrassing
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 08, 2015, 08:10:42 PM
Surely Capers should be looking for a new job tomorrow
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 08, 2015, 09:19:13 PM
Too little too late
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 08, 2015, 09:27:06 PM
Cheesers back in this now

EDIT at least until Rodgers throws a pick under pressure on 4th and goal
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 08, 2015, 09:36:58 PM
Looks like my Raiders have found a decent QB at last
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 09, 2015, 08:50:07 AM
I do get frustrated by the officials always finding in favour of the Packers though, fortunately they still lost.

I felt the Titans were destined to beat the Saints, after they kept catching deflections (well Delanie Walker did anyway).

Nice to see the 49ers winning another game too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2015, 08:23:10 PM
Just when it looked like the Colts were starting to improve, Andrew Luck is out 2>6 weeks with an adominal tear and lacerated kidney
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 10, 2015, 11:42:41 PM
I felt your pain taylorsworkrate. That could mean us playing at Carolina in the play-offs now. They need to be told that the bye week wasn't for 3 weeks. I just hope they're in good form by the time the Play-offs come around.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 11, 2015, 07:51:00 AM
I felt your pain taylorsworkrate. That could mean us playing at Carolina in the play-offs now. They need to be told that the bye week wasn't for 3 weeks. I just hope they're in good form by the time the Play-offs come around.

Expected a response after the Denver debacle.

At times it seemed like Rodgers was the only one who gave a shit. The other players need to realise that Rodgers, brilliant though he is, cannot do it on his own all the time
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2015, 09:00:54 AM
Ridiculously the Bears are still on for a clean sweep of the AFC West, although we still have the Broncos to play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 11, 2015, 09:27:09 AM
Too little too late, would probably need to win seven of the last eight to make the playoffs. Seven out of seven if you discard the inevitable loss against Green Bay.

We'll be in our traditional "too shit to threaten the playoffs, not shit enough to get a decent draft pick" spot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2015, 01:04:32 PM
I can see us losing the next 3 games, then after that there are 5 winnable games. However, 8-8 is terrible. Better to be 4-12 and get a better draft pick, than in no mans land.

Luck being injured makes the AFC South interesting; which dreadful team will make the play-offs?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 13, 2015, 03:20:05 PM
Stolen from the NFL UK forum; this made me laugh regarding the NFL unbeaten teams:-

http://www.goodmeme.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/aS4j1Ue.jpg
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 14, 2015, 05:53:04 PM
I had to look twice, but very good.

Anyway, I can't bad mouth the New England too much.

1. I can remember when they had Doug Flutie as QB. That was comedy value.

2. I won a shitload betting on them to win be less than 7 at halftime in the Superbowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 16, 2015, 11:55:50 AM
I thought only Villa could blow a game like the Packers did last night. Quite a crazy end to a game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on November 16, 2015, 12:04:11 PM
Fantastic finish to the Giants v Patriots game last night.

The Pats were very lucky to win that, and the injury list is approaching crisis point - good job we've got 9 in the bag 'cos I reckon we'll be hard pushed to get more than a couple more, we've got no OLine left, and the squad is looking thin all over. Hopefully the likes of Edelman and Collins will be back before the play-offs too.

The Giants look dangerous. Eli looks much better in the West Coast offence and that defence is starting to look formidable again. If they were more experienced, they'd have won that game. I would not want to play them in the Superbowl again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on November 16, 2015, 01:07:47 PM
How about Big Ben? Coming back from an injury way before time, not expected to play at all yesterday and then entering the game in the first and just crushing the Browns. Apparently the greatest performance by a "back up" QB ever. And Antonio Brown is a monster with Roethlisberger at QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 16, 2015, 01:27:51 PM
Bears were very impressive against the Rams. If Forte and Bennett do go it looks like Langford and Miller can step up, which would free us up to strengthen in other areas.

We're doing well with the talent we have (which isn't great).

Packers and Lions didn't seem to want to win , in spite of Prater and Megatron's best efforts, the Lions squeak through.

Vikings continue to rack up wins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 16, 2015, 02:41:28 PM
Foot injuries of the week brought to you in part by Rex Ryan's shoe sniffing emporium..................

Peyton has aggravated a tear in his foot http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14143938/peyton-manning-denver-broncos-torn-plantar-fascia-right-foot

Edelman needs foot surgery but may return later in the season http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14142157/julian-edelman-new-england-patriots-surgery-repair-broken-left-foot
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 16, 2015, 06:40:40 PM
I thought only Villa could blow a game like the Packers did last night. Quite a crazy end to a game.

I didn't watch it all, just watched on Redzone, but seems to me Green Bay should never have been in any position to win the game had Detroit not tried every trick from the Kevin Keegan school of bottling. They missed TWO extra points, and lost an onside kick. FFS! That's got to be about a one-in-a-thousand shot at the most.

Pleased Da Bears won. Shame we play in a good division, if we played in a shite one we'd have a chance of a Wildcard.

Annoyed by the Cheatriots' win. Why did Eli keep throwing the sodding ball rather than running it to take loads of time off the clock? They were guaranteed a field goal and the lead. New England should've had no more than a minute remaining when they got the ball and, in the end, they had virtually the whole two minute drill to play with.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 16, 2015, 09:32:28 PM
I thought only Villa could blow a game like the Packers did last night. Quite a crazy end to a game.

I didn't watch it all, just watched on Redzone, but seems to me Green Bay should never have been in any position to win the game had Detroit not tried every trick from the Kevin Keegan school of bottling. They missed TWO extra points, and lost an onside kick. FFS! That's got to be about a one-in-a-thousand shot at the most.

Pleased Da Bears won. Shame we play in a good division, if we played in a shite one we'd have a chance of a Wildcard.

Annoyed by the Cheatriots' win. Why did Eli keep throwing the sodding ball rather than running it to take loads of time off the clock? They were guaranteed a field goal and the lead. New England should've had no more than a minute remaining when they got the ball and, in the end, they had virtually the whole two minute drill to play with.
Agreed.  I think they thought their defence would bail them out - and to be fair, they had up to that point.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 17, 2015, 04:32:08 PM
Playing in an NFL Fantasy League for the first time this year. At the end of the season are there playoffs for the top however many team (10 teams in my league)?

Also, does that mean that it's worth trying to get players into my line-up who are likely to be in the playoffs?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2015, 02:14:19 PM
Playing in an NFL Fantasy League for the first time this year. At the end of the season are there playoffs for the top however many team (10 teams in my league)?

Also, does that mean that it's worth trying to get players into my line-up who are likely to be in the playoffs?

The playoffs for Fantasy Leagues are normally the last couple of weeks of the regular season

I don't think that the actual real-life playoffs are used
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 18, 2015, 04:30:18 PM
Thanks Chap.

Looks like it goes to week 14, then the playoffs are weeks 15 and 16.

Would have been quite complicated otherwise; 4 people trying to pick loads of Patriots players....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 18, 2015, 05:25:04 PM
It makes sense to miss Week 17 as well because lots of players are rested that week
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 19, 2015, 08:57:49 AM
Aaron Rodgers and Adrian Peterson both limited in practice ahead of the NFC North matchup.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 19, 2015, 10:52:39 AM
Aaron Rodgers and Adrian Peterson both limited in practice ahead of the NFC North matchup.


Maybe the Vikings coaches should hit AP with a stick to get him to train
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 19, 2015, 03:28:15 PM
International Series matches for 2016 should be announced on Wednesday 25th November for Wembley and Twickenham.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 23, 2015, 02:14:42 PM
Nervous in my fantasy matchup this week, I am 4 points ahead of my opponent, he has Karlos Williams to play and I have Gostkowski.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 24, 2015, 11:08:37 AM
Right enough of this NFL rubbish lets have your predictions for the College play offs final 4. I'm going Clemson, Alabama, Iowa, Oklahoma with Ohio State, Michigan State, Baylor, Notre Dame and OSU just missing out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 24, 2015, 12:04:06 PM
Ohio State lost to Sparty on the weekend, so they're just about out of contention now

At the moment, I'd say its .........

Clemson
Alabama (although I hope that Auburn can upset them on Saturday)
Iowa (who have a tricky trip to Nebraska coming up)
Michigan State

However, it wouldn't surprise me if the committee do all they can to get the Irish in there somehow

Oklahoma's loss to Texas is a bad one, so I suspect that'll be held against them at the end
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 24, 2015, 02:58:15 PM
Ohio State lost to Sparty on the weekend, so they're just about out of contention now

At the moment, I'd say its .........

Clemson
Alabama (although I hope that Auburn can upset them on Saturday)
Iowa (who have a tricky trip to Nebraska coming up)
Michigan State

However, it wouldn't surprise me if the committee do all they can to get the Irish in there somehow

Oklahoma's loss to Texas is a bad one, so I suspect that'll be held against them at the end

Yep that Texas loss could be the thing that screws it for them, unbelievable when you think about it! Haven't Notre Dame got Stanford next though so by no means guaranteed a win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 24, 2015, 04:36:50 PM
International Series matchups should be announced at 14:30 tomorrow. All sorts of rumours flying about regarding the matchups.

I confidently predict that the Jaguars will be playing in London next year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 24, 2015, 09:48:01 PM
Are there supposed to be games outside the UK/US too? I've heard Meheeco City mentioned but always thought Germany deserved a game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 24, 2015, 11:46:26 PM
It would be nice if the Packers came over as the away side (obviously no chance of them giving up a home game).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 08:07:10 AM
Are there supposed to be games outside the UK/US too? I've heard Meheeco City mentioned but always thought Germany deserved a game.

Germany deserved a game before London
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2015, 08:58:16 AM
Guess we'll find out later, Germany definitely deserve a game. They stuck with NFL Europe far more than the UK did, showing an appetite for the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on November 25, 2015, 11:00:31 AM
What's the difference between all this and the hated 39th game?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 11:16:13 AM
What's the difference between all this and the hated 39th game?

None

That's why I have no problem with the 39th game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 11:21:50 AM
A change to my NCAA playoff lineup.

I've just remembered that if they both win next week, Sparty and the Hawkeyes will have to play-off for the Big 10 Championship. Whichever team loses will probably drop out of the play-off lineup

Therefore if the Sooners beat State, they're probably still in the hunt because the Big 12 doesn't have a championship game.

Clemson
Alabama
Winner of Michigan State v Iowa
Sooners or Irish
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 11:23:02 AM
^^ why do I waste brainpower thinking about stuff like this ?


EDIT - And now even this ^^ doesn't work because the post flips us over onto a new page
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 25, 2015, 01:24:57 PM
What's the difference between all this and the hated 39th game?

There is no British equivalent of the NFL. If Americans, Japanese or Australians want to watch a "soccer" match they can do so in their own leagues which could, feasibly, become a genuine rival to the Premier League one day. It's unrealistic to assume that BAFL will ever compete with NFL. Also, there's no international game worthy of consideration so the only chance to see the top stars live is via NFL games.

It is a game taken from the season schedule rather than one added, so it doesn't artificially change the outcome of the season in the same way that it might if we had to play a 39th game against Man U while Sunderland played an extra game against Norwich. In any case it's not quite so vital as you can't get relegated and teams have vaguely similar budgets so you can always compete again the following season.

Most of the teams get decent support here. So it's not the same as us giving up a home match to play Chelsea in Seoul in front of 80,000 Korean Chelsea fans.

Those are the best reasons I can think of ATM.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2015, 01:39:58 PM
Plus I can't be bothered to fork out to go to the US to watch a game Dave.    :)

International Series games for 2016 announced at 14:30 on Sky Sports News, assume they're having the UK NFL game on to say who will be playing, where and on what dates.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 02:40:28 PM
London 2016

Week 4 - Colts @ Jags

Week 7 - TBA @ Rams (Twickenham)

Week 8 - Washingtonfootballteam @ Bengals


Quote
The Jacksonville Jaguars will host the Indianapolis Colts in an AFC South division matchup in Week 4 on Sunday, October 2, at Wembley Stadium; in Week 7 on Sunday, October 23, in the first-ever NFL game at Twickenham Stadium, the St. Louis Rams will host the NFC East team that finishes in the same spot in the standings as the Rams do in the NFC West based on the NFL's scheduling formula; and in Week 8 on Sunday, October 30, the Cincinnati Bengals will play their first international game when they host the Washington Racistmonikerdeleteds at Wembley.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 25, 2015, 03:24:22 PM
Tempted by the Rams game as I wouldn't mind adding Twickenham to my list of grounds.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2015, 04:47:30 PM
Tempted by the Rams game as I wouldn't mind adding Twickenham to my list of grounds.

That was the one I fancied the most.

Will probably be against the Eagles or Cowboys. I would support the Rams in that case.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 07:43:38 PM
It could be any of the NFC East teams, that division will be won by whichever team is least shit.

Likely to be only one playoff team out if the six (maybe five) coming over and that's the Bungles.

NFL and RFU must be hoping that he Cowboys finish even with the Rams
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 07:46:46 PM
I know that it's ultimately a pointless gesture but I'm tempted to write to the RFU, Wembley and the Mayor of London's office complaining about the Washington Racistmonikerdeleteds playing over here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 08:18:48 PM
Is anyone else noticing a worrying similarity between the behaviour of  Jack Grealish and Johnny Manziel?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2015, 08:22:17 PM
Pats have now won 10 games for 13 straight years. Next longest current streak (Packers?) is three years
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 25, 2015, 08:22:25 PM
I know that it's ultimately a pointless gesture but I'm tempted to write to the RFU, Wembley and the Mayor of London's office complaining about the Washington Racistmonikerdeleteds playing over here.

Good idea.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 25, 2015, 10:56:17 PM
A change to my NCAA playoff lineup.

I've just remembered that if they both win next week, Sparty and the Hawkeyes will have to play-off for the Big 10 Championship. Whichever team loses will probably drop out of the play-off lineup

Therefore if the Sooners beat State, they're probably still in the hunt because the Big 12 doesn't have a championship game.

Clemson
Alabama
Winner of Michigan State v Iowa
Sooners or Irish

Haven't the committee just announced there latest rankings and have put Sooners at 3, you've got to say If they beat OSU then I can't see them dropping out even though Big12 doesn't have a Championship game. From what I've read they seem to consider beating Baylor, TCU and then OSU back to back is enough to get them in and you'd have to say it's good scheduling if they pull it off. I think ND will have to beat Stanford comfortably to change the committees mind.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 26, 2015, 08:51:47 AM
Pats have now won 10 games for 13 straight years. Next longest current streak (Packers?) is three years

I thought the 49ers had about ten 10-game winning seasons? Maybe they had loads but 1 poorer year in between.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 26, 2015, 09:29:07 AM
Current streak AD

49ers went about 16 seasons at one stage
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on November 27, 2015, 02:15:07 PM
Loved last night's scores especially game 3
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on November 27, 2015, 02:19:30 PM
How bout them Cowboys. Oops, wrong decade.

I don't even think we'll get 3rd in the NFC East now to play the Rams at Twickenham.

To finish behind teams as dreadful as the Eagles, Redskins and Giants is some going, injuries or not. Maybe this will prompt JJ to get a proper football man to be the GM....and more likely, not.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 27, 2015, 05:52:32 PM
BEAR DOWN!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 27, 2015, 10:18:58 PM
Had to be in work for 5:30am so watched the game and wished I hadn't bothered. It's starting to get like watching Villa. All due respect to Bears fans but we shouldn't be losing games like that. 2 key moments were Lacy's fumble and the officials stopping play to award us a penalty when we would have been through for a TD. Our Receivers aren't good enough, it's been highlighted by Jordy Nelson's injury and then everything else has fallen apart - Aaron's not been making passes, our offensive line haven't been as good at protecting Aaron and our running game hasn't been good enough. After last year's play-offs I thought we would have a real chance at the SB this year but our weaknesses have been exposed and we'll be lucky to make the play-offs at this rate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on November 27, 2015, 11:18:50 PM
It's a really tough year to call. There is no outstanding team. Even the Patriots are losing key players at an unsustainable rate. Wide open.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 29, 2015, 06:17:31 PM
The Irish lost, so they're now out of the playoff mix.

Clemson had a close win but I doubt that they'll be marked down for that.

The Sooners win, so they're in.

I'm now predicting

Clemson
Bama
Sooners
Winner of Sparty v Hawkeyes
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 29, 2015, 09:00:11 PM
Odell Beckham Jr does it again

Spectacular catch against the Racistmonikerdeleteds
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 30, 2015, 12:21:59 AM
The Irish lost, so they're now out of the playoff mix.

Clemson had a close win but I doubt that they'll be marked down for that.

The Sooners win, so they're in.

I'm now predicting

Clemson
Bama
Sooners
Winner of Sparty v Hawkeyes

Yep looks pretty nailed on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 01, 2015, 08:34:05 AM
Had to be in work for 5:30am so watched the game and wished I hadn't bothered. It's starting to get like watching Villa. All due respect to Bears fans but we shouldn't be losing games like that. 2 key moments were Lacy's fumble and the officials stopping play to award us a penalty when we would have been through for a TD. Our Receivers aren't good enough, it's been highlighted by Jordy Nelson's injury and then everything else has fallen apart - Aaron's not been making passes, our offensive line haven't been as good at protecting Aaron and our running game hasn't been good enough. After last year's play-offs I thought we would have a real chance at the SB this year but our weaknesses have been exposed and we'll be lucky to make the play-offs at this rate.

The stopped TD was the correct call, as it was an illegal shift apparently (taken straight from the NFL UK Forum).

Rodgers was outplayed by Cutler! Worst ever performance for him at Lambeau. Luckily the ridiculous penalty on the Porter interception which led to a Lacy touchdown didn't cost us.

Our DEF was superb, although we still need to improve against the run.

Oh and the Patriots lost as well - fantastic week in the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on December 01, 2015, 03:22:10 PM
Not a Patriots fan by any means, but even in defeat Tom Brady is just so good!

I reckon if all he had was some of us on here as his receiving unit, he'd still move us up the field with ease!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 01, 2015, 04:54:10 PM
Was joyous seeing the Patriots lose, but they have got a lot of key injuries at the moment:-

Edelman
Amendola
Gronkowski?
Lewis
Quite a few on the OL I think
Hightower
Collins
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 04, 2015, 12:14:43 PM
Unbelievable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on December 04, 2015, 03:55:54 PM
That facemasking call on the previous play was harsh, looked to me like he grabbed his shoulder pad. But yes - astonishing finish.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 04, 2015, 04:12:19 PM
just watched the highlights of the Packers @ Lions........wow, what a finish.

However I agree that the facemask call was harsh. the tackler's hand grazed the facemask before bringing Rodgers down by his shoulder pad. Probably it was technically the correct call but it was still harsh
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on December 04, 2015, 11:52:14 PM
I have absolutely no impartiality on this but I thought when Rodgers was on the ground that his face mask had been twisted around. I think the commentary team and the official in the studio said that there was enough contact for it to be the right call but only just.

I watched the first quarter and the first drive in the second quarter over breakfast. At 17-0 down I decided I wasn't going to watch it if we were crap and lost again (I have enough of that with Villa). So I looked up the score before continuing. I was surprised when I saw the score but it was still hard to believe watching it. I don't think we got on the scoreboard until late in the third. We still had to score 2 TD's in the last 4 minutes without reply too. Watching the last few seconds I was still jumping up and down and in disbelief - and I already knew what the score was. That normally only happens with live games. That ending was a great advert for the sport.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 05, 2015, 09:48:22 PM
I've just been messaging with Dennis Moss, who is attending a game at all 31 NFL stadiums during this season

http://www.thewrongshapedballs.com

Seeing as I've done all 30 baseball ballparks in 32 days, I'm in a pretty good position to relate to what an epic, rewarding and yet tiring challenge he's taken on.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 06, 2015, 06:13:54 PM
College Football semi final lineup

Clemson v Oklahoma

Alabama v Michigan State
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 06, 2015, 07:01:36 PM
Never heard of Clemson. I'll hope Michigan win as they're from one of the decent, anti-slavery states.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 06, 2015, 08:58:30 PM
Never heard of Clemson. I'll hope Michigan win as they're from one of the decent, anti-slavery states.

It's Michigan State not Michigan. Don't be getting those too mixed up if ever you're in that area :)

Clemson were very good in the 1980s but have only really be contending again for the past couple of years.

I was at their game @ Boston College back in 2006. A double overtime classic.

The highlights are on YT

http://youtu.be/EJZvclwsho8
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 06, 2015, 09:04:12 PM
Deonte Thompson channelling his inner Devin Hester
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 06, 2015, 09:05:09 PM
Wild one between the Jags and Titans, including an 87 yard TD run by Marcus Mariota
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 06, 2015, 09:23:43 PM
FFS Bears. Totally Villad that up. Playoffs gone. What the fuck has happened to Robbie Gould?  He used to never miss.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Stu on December 06, 2015, 09:49:33 PM
FFS Bears. Totally Villad that up. Playoffs gone. What the fuck has happened to Robbie Gould?  He used to never miss.

I was watching, too. The Bears did everything conceivable to shoot themselves in the foot. Gould missing a straightforward field goal was the icing on the shitcake.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 06, 2015, 11:39:48 PM
College Football semi final lineup

Clemson v Oklahoma

Alabama v Michigan State

Tigers v Sooners should,be good as Sooners have come on leaps and bounds since Clemson stuffed them in their bowl game last year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2015, 11:27:15 AM
The Pats have now dropped into a tie with the Broncos for the best record in the AFC.

If the two were to meet in the Championship game, it would be in Denver
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on December 07, 2015, 02:41:11 PM
The Pats have now dropped into a tie with the Broncos for the best record in the AFC.

If the two were to meet in the Championship game, it would be in Denver

Actually, the Bengals have a better record than either. The Patriots silly giveaways last night may just have cost us a bye. Hopefully everyone (except Lewis) will be fit again once we've limped into the play-offs - still need one more win to be sure.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2015, 02:53:22 PM
The Bungles have the same record as the Pats and Broncos. They've snuck up on me a bit and I clean forgot about therm in my earlier post.

I watched the Pats highlights earlier. When will Billy B accept that we know he's the smartest guy in the room and quit trying to prove it with unnecessary trick plays.
Having said that, the pass to Brady was a great play
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on December 07, 2015, 03:01:33 PM
I can see why Bill went for the onside kick - kill the game stone dead before half-time - but it seemed too risky to me, handed the Eagles some confidence when they had none, I'd rather have seen Bradford back on the 20 and clueless again.

And our special teams have been magnificent for the last two years, so if that was them getting all their clangers out in one game, I'll live with it.

Really worried about our offensive line now. Brady spent most of the game on his arse and JJ Watt is next up...

This is great though http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-videos/0ap3000000595953/Brady-shows-off-his-combine-speed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on December 07, 2015, 03:05:21 PM
The Bungles have the same record as the Pats and Broncos. They've snuck up on me a bit and I clean forgot about therm in my earlier post.

Yeah, and they have the best AFC record, so they're 1st, Broncos 2nd and Pats 3rd. The good news for the Patriots is that the Bengals and Broncos have to play one another in week 16.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: walsall villain on December 07, 2015, 08:55:56 PM
The Pats have now dropped into a tie with the Broncos for the best record in the AFC.

If the two were to meet in the Championship game, it would be in Denver

Actually, the Bengals have a better record than either. The Patriots silly giveaways last night may just have cost us a bye. Hopefully everyone (except Lewis) will be fit again once we've limped into the play-offs - still need one more win to be sure.
I went to the Patriots game yesterday, my first ever NFL game. Never shown any interest before but I did enjoy the experience although I only vaguely new what was going on. Having, obviously, not seen Villa win at home surely this was a home banker? But no, think the Villa curse followed me over, well at least the calamitous errors did.
Great to see such a well behaved crowd even though some were clearly pissed. It's a great spectacle but it did seem odd to me that the fans needed telling to make some noise. Seemed to lack the passion of our football clubs supporters but, then again, it didn't seem to me that the fans were that upset that they had lost. I was fascinated by the fields of pre-game tailgaters, can't see me having a BBQ out the back of my car in Perry Barr!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 08, 2015, 02:17:50 AM
The Bungles have the same record as the Pats and Broncos. They've snuck up on me a bit and I clean forgot about therm in my earlier post.

Yeah, and they have the best AFC record, so they're 1st, Broncos 2nd and Pats 3rd. The good news for the Patriots is that the Bengals and Broncos have to play one another in week 16.
If the Steelers defense can find any kind of form, their offense can outscore anyone in the AFC.   Last night was a good start..........
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 08, 2015, 08:25:52 AM
The NFC East now has a three way tie for the lead at 5-7
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 08, 2015, 01:09:26 PM
4 horrible teams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 08, 2015, 01:15:24 PM
The NFC East now has a three way tie for the lead at 5-7

Excellent article in the NY Times this past Sunday on the NFL's parity problem. Going into Sunday's matches, there were 13 clubs at 6-5 or 5-6:

Never Have So Many Been So-So (http://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/06/sports/football/in-nfl-never-have-so-many-been-so-so.html?_r=0)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 09, 2015, 09:02:07 AM
The NFC East now has a three way tie for the lead at 5-7

Everytime a team is top of that division with a winnable game, they seem to lose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 09, 2015, 09:35:18 AM
Jayson Stark's annual article about parity in MLB/NFL

http://espn.go.com/blog/jayson-stark/post/_/id/1075/think-nfl-has-greater-parity-than-mlb-well-think-again


The NFL aims for parity (they're a communist organisation) but achieves mediocrity.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Stu on December 13, 2015, 06:41:20 PM
It's going well for the Bears....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2015, 07:25:45 PM
How have I not spotted this name before?

http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/_/id/2509844
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Stu on December 13, 2015, 09:07:20 PM
Gould misses again. Fucking hell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 13, 2015, 09:59:31 PM
Big win for the Steelers today, put the Bungles back in their place.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2015, 08:15:32 PM
Looks like the Panthers are going for 16-0. No sign of them easing off
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2015, 08:26:01 PM
OBJ has lost the plot
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2015, 09:19:39 PM
Epic comeback by the Giants against the Panthers. 28 points down but now tied at 35
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 20, 2015, 09:27:06 PM
Panthers kick a last second FG to go 14-0
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on December 21, 2015, 12:36:24 AM
Second improbable comeback of the day in progress. Nudging the Pats that bit closer to a bye if Pittsburgh can hang on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 21, 2015, 03:44:23 AM
Second improbable comeback of the day in progress. Nudging the Pats that bit closer to a bye if Pittsburgh can hang on.
I was at the game today - and what a comeback it was !! 

Steelers defense was like two different teams either side of half time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on December 21, 2015, 07:19:59 PM
OBJ has lost the plot
How did he not get ejected?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on December 21, 2015, 09:50:25 PM
Beckham banned for 1 game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 22, 2015, 10:23:20 AM
OBJ has lost the plot
How did he not get ejected?

It takes a hell of a lot to get sent off / ejected from a NFL game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on December 22, 2015, 07:36:49 PM
OBJ has lost the plot
How did he not get ejected?

It takes a hell of a lot to get sent off / ejected from a NFL game
True, but running 10 yards to blindside someone with a headshot with your helmet should be more than enough.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 23, 2015, 05:08:18 PM
National news over here that Morten Andersen was inducted onto the Saint's ring of honour at the Superdome before the Detroit game.

Not just the sports news.  The main BBC/ITV equivalent bulletins.

I can remember the days when he was pretty much the only decent player in Louisiana.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2015, 01:23:31 PM
My fantasy team is into the Super Bowl, think I'm underdog though. Could do with the Panthers resting Newton to give me a chance.

Bears vs Old Bears this Sunday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on December 26, 2015, 07:48:16 PM
Watched the Chargers @ Raiders "highlights" this afternoon. Two thoughts.

1..Have there ever been more penalties in a game ?

2..Has there ever been a more boring overtime "thriller" ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 27, 2015, 10:01:53 PM
Oh Carolina !

The '72 Dolphins celebrate again
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 28, 2015, 10:00:28 AM
How the Pats blew the Overtime coin toss

http://espn.go.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4789121/decision-to-kick-at-start-of-ot-costs-patriots-in-loss-to-jets?ex_cid=espnfb
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 28, 2015, 07:41:01 PM
Caught the end of regulation time on that one. It really doesn't look like the Pats of recent years, but then they're still missing Edelman.

Watched the Packers @ Cardinals game afterwards. Talk about a blowout.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 28, 2015, 08:16:48 PM
That Pats coin toss cockup was Villa-esque in its incompetence
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 28, 2015, 10:14:35 PM
Belichik's explanation is sensible up to a point.

Apart from giving possession away to an offence that you've been hit and miss against all game is just as big a gamble as giving the ball to your own offence that's just marched down the field against the odds and had actually had New York's defence looking a little unbalanced for the first time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 29, 2015, 03:27:55 PM
I think he did it to screw the Steelers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 30, 2015, 08:44:25 AM
Steelers still have a decent shot at the play-offs, think they get in if they win their last match (against the Browns I think), whilst the Jets have a tricky trip to Buffalo to play a division rival.

Kind of hoping that the Steelers don't get in, as Offence heavy teams always get more favourable media coverage than Defensive units.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 30, 2015, 01:14:24 PM
Chip Kelly fired by Philly
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 30, 2015, 02:35:38 PM
Chip Kelly fired by Philly

You have to wonder is Coughlin will retire at the end of this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 30, 2015, 08:25:03 PM
Every year it's  expected that Coughlin will be fired or retire and the next season he's always there
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 02, 2016, 10:46:55 AM
Its Alabama v Clemson is the NCAA final
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on January 03, 2016, 06:46:32 PM
I must have been very bad in a previous life to follow Aston Villa & the Dallas Cowboys.

It's genuinely tough to tell which one is the more pathetic at the moment!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 03, 2016, 09:10:42 PM
The Jets blow their playoff chance against the Bills to compound a weekend of misery.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 04, 2016, 12:32:36 AM
The Jets blow their playoff chance against the Bills to compound a weekend of misery.
Love it, thank you Rex!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 04, 2016, 12:46:23 AM
Denver are very average and yet are somehow going to get home field advantage. Go figure...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 04, 2016, 12:51:15 AM
Fancy both AFC wild card teams to win away. Houston are crap and Kansas are on a roll, and Pittsburgh will make Cincinatti choke again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2016, 08:35:28 AM
Did da Bears throw yesterday's game in order to avoid playing the Seahawks ?

Edit - Yep, I meant the Cheeseheads
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 04, 2016, 04:48:42 PM
Did da Bears throw yesterday's game in order to avoid playing the Seahawks ?

Do you mean the Packers?

If so they wouldn't have faced the Seahawks anyway.  They'd have played Minnesota again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2016, 08:40:44 PM
As well as the expected firings in Clevekand and SF, there's now a change in Noo Joisey as Coughlin resigns from the New York Football Giants
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on January 04, 2016, 09:03:39 PM
My interest has gradually waned since the time I lived there and I haven't paid it much attention this season, so I was amazed to see that KC won their first game, lost the next 5 and then won 10 on the trot to snag a wildcard game. 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 05, 2016, 08:48:28 AM
Reports over here that both the Raiders and the Rams have made applications to return to LA along with the Chargers looking to move North.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 05, 2016, 10:30:21 PM
The Browns have been pretty crap since they came back, including the years that they were owned by you-know-who.

therefore, it's hardly surprising that they're prepared to take risks in order to improve.

However, hiring one of the Moneyball guys? That's really thinking outside the box

http://deadspin.com/the-browns-just-put-baseball-guy-paul-depodesta-in-char-1751131167
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 05, 2016, 11:32:03 PM
Did da Bears throw yesterday's game in order to avoid playing the Seahawks ?

Edit - Yep, I meant the Cheeseheads

No, we've just been crap since teams worked out how to play against us. The one good wide receiver we've got has been out injured all season and the offensive line hasn't given Aaron enough protection. We've become too reliant on the run game because of the former.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 05, 2016, 11:57:39 PM
You even lost to us!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2016, 08:52:51 AM
You even lost to us!

They lost 3 of their matches in the NFC North (and it should have been 4, Lions ballsed up). The loss was probably good for the Packers though, as you'd rather play the Redskins than the Vikings.

You've nailed the Packers weaknesses, poor Offensive Line play and WR's keep dropping the ball. Jones can catch but doesn't have the speed to get away anymore. Still, you should beat the Skins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 07, 2016, 10:08:18 AM
Lovie Smith fired by the Bucs.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14519289/tampa-bay-buccaneers-dismiss-coach-lovie-smith-second-season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 07, 2016, 01:02:29 PM
Lovie Smith fired by the Bucs.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14519289/tampa-bay-buccaneers-dismiss-coach-lovie-smith-second-season

Okay, they'd lost their last 4 matches, but this is still a bit of a shock. They were much improved from the previous season and were clearly heading in the right direction.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: FiveKenMcNaughts on January 08, 2016, 01:39:01 PM
Lovie Smith fired by the Bucs.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14519289/tampa-bay-buccaneers-dismiss-coach-lovie-smith-second-season

Okay, they'd lost their last 4 matches, but this is still a bit of a shock. They were much improved from the previous season and were clearly heading in the right direction.

I guess the only thing you could say is that he is a defensive coach and while they look much improved on offence. Thanks to the likes of Winston, Evans and Martin, they still don't look good defensively.

Also rumours that their OC could be heading elsewhere for a HC job, so don't be surprised if he is their new guy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 08, 2016, 08:19:19 PM
My picks for the wildcard weekend:

Steelers will beat the Bengals
Chiefs will beat the Texans
Vikings will beat the Seahawks
Packers will beat the Redskins

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 08, 2016, 08:24:52 PM
Vikings and Seahawks could be frozen solid by the end of the game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 08, 2016, 09:02:36 PM
My bets are the same as Usav's but I fancy Bengals to win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 09, 2016, 10:20:34 AM
I'm going with away wins across the board
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 09, 2016, 07:23:41 PM
Bengals and Chiefs will blow it because it's what they do. Pack and Seahawks to win in NFC.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 09, 2016, 10:57:13 PM
Bengals and Chiefs will blow it because it's what they do. Pack and Seahawks to win in NFC.

I don't know about the Chiefs blowing it, it's looking more like the Texans have been paid to throw it at half time.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 09, 2016, 11:12:53 PM
They'd be better off paying Hoyer not to throw anything
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 09, 2016, 11:19:28 PM
That should have been another pick. Surely they've got to pull him ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 10, 2016, 12:19:05 AM
Considering how dominant they've been defensively with 3 interceptions, a fumble recovery and the opening kick-off return for a TD, the Chiefs haven't been very impressive for the most part.

Make that 4 interceptions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 10, 2016, 12:26:45 AM
Bengals and Chiefs will blow it because it's what they do. Pack and Seahawks to win in NFC.

Well my Chiefs prediction was about as accurate as my prediction this morning about the Villa.

First playoff win since Joe was there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on January 10, 2016, 03:02:54 AM
These have been two very poor games.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on January 10, 2016, 04:29:12 AM
I stand corrected.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on January 10, 2016, 05:13:07 AM
Bengals and Chiefs will blow it because it's what they do. Pack and Seahawks to win in NFC.

Well my Chiefs prediction was about as accurate as my prediction this morning about the Villa.

First playoff win since Joe was there.

I was based in Wichita for the best part of a decade, and was a regular attendee at Arrowhead for much of this period. The number of times they had a great pre-season only to founder in the first play-off round was irritating, to say the least. 

Good defensive performance today, but the injuries might tell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2016, 06:03:29 AM
I stand corrected.
Yes you do. 

The Bengals are a disgrace.  Similar to Baltimore a few years ago, they are just so pumped to beat their division rivals the Steelers they let themselves get out of control.  Ultimately it cost them the game, they shot themselves in the foot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 10, 2016, 11:42:59 AM
The Bengals just might be the dumbest team ever.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 10, 2016, 12:03:23 PM
My picks for the wildcard weekend:

Steelers will beat the Bengals
Chiefs will beat the Texans
Vikings will beat the Seahawks
Packers will beat the Redskins



Going solely on how good they were when I was into it on the 80s...

Pittsburgh to beat The Bengals
Kansas to beat whoever the Texans are
Minnesota to beat Seattle
Washington to beat Green Bay
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 10, 2016, 04:00:14 PM
What was the story about the Bengals players running into the tunnel? SSN showed a bit this morning and then didn't say anything about it in their main NFL coverage.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on January 10, 2016, 04:13:13 PM
They were celebrating an interception, from memory. Brilliant last quarter, the bengals out-villa'd villa with their brainless self-destruction.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2016, 06:04:23 PM
expected temp in Minneapolis is -10F
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2016, 06:20:41 PM
expected temp in Minneapolis is -10F
With windchill -30F!

Insane.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2016, 06:26:46 PM
I hope that Adrian Peterson gets frost bite and his fingers fall off. he should be in jail for what he did to one of his kids
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 10, 2016, 08:50:08 PM
I hope that Adrian Peterson gets frost bite and his fingers fall off. he should be in jail for what he did to one of his kids
Well not quite summery justice, but he's probably cost his team with that fumble.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 10, 2016, 09:05:12 PM
Oh ffs. How did he miss that ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: TopDeck113 on January 10, 2016, 09:07:53 PM
expected temp in Minneapolis is -10F
With windchill -30F!

Insane.

Is that colder than the infamous "Ice Bowl"?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 10, 2016, 09:19:59 PM
Blair "Aston Villa" Walsh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 10, 2016, 10:51:55 PM
expected temp in Minneapolis is -10F
With windchill -30F!

Insane.

Is that colder than the infamous "Ice Bowl"?
No, the Ice Bowl is still the coldest.
Tonight was only the 4th coldest play off game according to the Danish commentators.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 10, 2016, 11:46:18 PM
I'm really impressed with this Cousins lad. I don't remember ever seeing a player improve so much in such a short time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 11, 2016, 12:00:01 AM
expected temp in Minneapolis is -10F
With windchill -30F!

Insane.

Is that colder than the infamous "Ice Bowl"?
No, the Ice Bowl is still the coldest.
Tonight was only the 4th coldest play off game according to the Danish commentators.
They said 3rd coldest here, behind the ice bowl and then the Bengals/Chargers in the 80's.   Either way, it was fecking cold.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 11, 2016, 07:51:12 AM
They corrected themselves at half time in the Green Bay v Washington game.

Two good games in their own way.  Still can't believe the Vikings missed that field goal and by a few yards as well from the 3 yard line?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2016, 08:57:11 AM
Vikings and Bengals really blew it. Easy win for the Chiefs, hopefully Maclin will be available against the Pat's.

Rodgers was poor in the first quarter, then back to his old self in the last 3.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 11, 2016, 09:03:24 AM
I'm going with away wins across the board

Do I win five pounds ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 11, 2016, 01:00:52 PM
Thin Ryan twin hires fat Ryan twin to coach the Bills defense

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14545272/rex-ryan-buffalo-bills-hires-rob-ryan-defense
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2016, 03:28:56 PM
Thin Ryan twin hires fat Ryan twin to coach the Bills defense

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14545272/rex-ryan-buffalo-bills-hires-rob-ryan-defense

He didn't do brilliantly with the Saints this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2016, 04:25:15 PM
Tom Coughlin has had an interview with the Eagles about their Head Coaching job.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 12, 2016, 06:39:28 AM
They were celebrating an interception, from memory. Brilliant last quarter, the bengals out-villa'd villa with their brainless self-destruction.

Vontaze Burfict has been suspended for 3 games for his tackle on Antonio Brown at the end of the game.

I haven't seen it, but from the description it sounds like an absolute wanker's cheapshot that could only have been worse if it had been spearing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 12, 2016, 09:00:29 AM
RGIII leaves the Redskins.

Coughlin interviewing with the 49ers.

Edelman, Hightower and Brady all set to play against the Chiefs  :(

Stewart and Tedd Ginn Jr. likely to play for the Panthers against the Seahawks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 13, 2016, 08:07:33 AM
Rams move to LA confirmed. They'll play at the Colosseum next season and until 2019 when they move into a new stadium in Inglewood. Chargers have next option and will probably decide to join them in LA. In the unlikely event they decide to stay in San Diego, the Raiders have the next option. Otherwise they're staying in Oakland and the league have offered financial assistance in building a new stadium.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 13, 2016, 08:58:14 AM
Would be amusing if the Chargers moved to St. Louis.

Hoping that only the Rams move to LA, which needs to show it can sustain a team, let alone two.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 13, 2016, 09:29:04 AM
There's no chance that both the Bolts and the Raiders will pass up the opportunity to move to LA.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 13, 2016, 11:25:02 AM
On the day that it is confirmed that the Rams are moving back to LA, it is worth bringing up the fact that 30 years ago Da Bears beat the (Eric Dickerson) LA Rams 24-0 in the NFC Championship game and became the first team to record back-to-back shutouts in the playoffs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 13, 2016, 02:44:29 PM
Hoping that only the Rams move to LA, which needs to show it can sustain a team, let alone two.

I agree with this.  Three is certainly out of the question and to me, two should be as well until they have proven there is a fan base.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 14, 2016, 11:31:24 AM
Lawrence Phillips found dead in a cell

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/14562908/former-nebraska-cornhuskers-star-lawrence-phillips-found-dead-jail-cell
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 14, 2016, 12:54:58 PM
He sounded lovely....

Chandler Jones allegedly missed practice due to overdoing legal highs on the weekend; synthetic weed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 16, 2016, 08:12:47 PM
This week I am predicting Chiefs, Cardinals, Broncos and Seahawks to win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 16, 2016, 11:54:55 PM
This week I am predicting Chiefs, Cardinals, Broncos and Seahawks to win.

The first one's not looking good and I would have tipped Patriots. Hope you're wrong on the second too but I'm not counting on it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2016, 11:35:49 AM
Think the Packers were unlucky, even though I wanted them to lose. The way regulation ended, you'd have fancied Rodgers to lead them to a TD in OT had they had the ball first. While the Overtime rules are better than they used to be I still don't think it's fair that you can have a game decided on a coin toss. Just play the whole of Overtime. If scores still level, two-point conversion shoot-out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 17, 2016, 03:14:50 PM
Janis' TD was a great way to end the game. I agree (not surprisingly given the circumstances) about Overtime, it's too favourable to whoever wins the coin toss. Just play a 5th quarter and as you say, if still level then a shoot-out (which would be great entertainment).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2016, 04:02:50 PM
Although if you just played one quarter it would still favour the team that received first (just). I'd favour ten minutes overtime split into two halves of five minutes. Second half starts with the other team receiving  (like the start of the third quarter in normal time).

Still, I like to see different sides do well and will be cheering for Shaggy's team later.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 17, 2016, 07:47:28 PM
Would be better the current set-up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2016, 08:17:20 PM
My Sky Box played up for the second day in  row so having missed the first half in the Cheatriots game I've missed three TDs tonight. Could be an amazing fightback.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on January 17, 2016, 08:20:32 PM
Surely 4 TD's is too much to pull back?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2016, 08:27:13 PM
Tell it to the Oilers...

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Comeback_(American_football)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 18, 2016, 12:22:46 AM
I've not seen much of the Patriots this year, but they must be licking their lips at the thought of playing whoever manages to fumble/bungle/penalty their way to the AFC championship game out of the Broncos and Steelers.

It's almost like watching a BFL game from the early 90s.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 18, 2016, 01:46:23 AM
Steelers threw that one away....gutted.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 18, 2016, 12:50:41 PM
Worry about the chances of the Broncos defeating the Patriots, when they struggled to beat the Steelers' reserves.

Think the Chiefs was a tougher matchup for them.

Supporting either of the NFC teams to win it all, although there would be something nice about Peyton winning a second Super Bowl. Mad that he's won less than Eli.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 18, 2016, 04:47:28 PM
This week I am predicting Chiefs, Cardinals, Broncos and Seahawks to win.

The first one's not looking good and I would have tipped Patriots. Hope you're wrong on the second too but I'm not counting on it.

I'm a New England fan but KC were on an 11 game winning streak whereas we lost 4 of our last 6, I thought we were too banged up and the OL has been garbage all season - expected the Kansas pass rush would have a field day. In the event they hardly touched Brady, and Edelman, Gronk and Amendola looked fitter than expected. Still worried about that OLine at Mile High. If Brady stays on his feet and off his backside, and Jamie Collins plays, we might win there, but that Denver defence looks mean.

Seattle did exactly what I expected Carolina to do, failed to rise to the intensity. Very surprising. Fancy Carolina to go all the way now...

I was up in Brum for the weekend and had to turn off the interwebs until I got home last night, watched all four games back to back with the aid of the fast forward button and caught up at half-time in Denver ! Missus was not best pleased...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2016, 02:28:27 PM
Permanent UK based team by 2022 ?

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/35360989
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 21, 2016, 01:21:52 PM
My predictions for the rest of the season:  anyone but the Patriots.   Actually, that's not a prediction, it's a demand.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2016, 02:28:53 PM
My predictions.....

Brady over Manning
Palmer over Newton

Palmer over Brady
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 21, 2016, 04:18:35 PM
Fancy the Patriots to beat the Broncos and the Panthers to beat the Cardinals.

Would like the other 2 in the Super Bowl preferably.

Got my ticket for the Los Angeles Rams Vs the New York Giants at some rugby ground today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 21, 2016, 05:17:50 PM
Jerod Mayo put on IR, Jamie Collins questionable for Sunday, Dante Hightower still carrying an injury. Patriots linebacker corps latest area to be looking a little thin.

I've gone for Washington v Cincinatti this year...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 24, 2016, 11:00:42 PM
Waiting for the hugely-dubious late call to save the Patriots here...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 24, 2016, 11:34:57 PM
Phew!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 25, 2016, 01:14:40 AM
It was the missed PAT in the first quarter that cost them. They wouldn't have needed to go the 2 pointer.

I know Belichick is an arse, but I can't be too hard NE, I still remember them getting their arses handed to them by Jim McMahon, Walter Payton, Richard Dent and Mike Singletary in Superbowl XX, then thinking the answer to their QB problems was Doug Flutie.

The same way I'll always have an irrational dislike for the Seahawks for employing Brian Bosworth.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on January 25, 2016, 02:18:58 AM
Unfortunately I was right to be worried - Denver shredded our puny OLine and that was the difference.  Feel sorry for the Ghost, he's hardly ever missed a kick for us, and our D were bloody brilliant in the last 3 quarters to keep us in it to the end. Great season overall considering the players we lost in the off season and then the injuries we had during.

ViD - yeah, that was the year I started following them. We were pretty uniformly dreadful between then and the Belichick years, one Parcells inspired season apart. Probably why I've never taken winning for granted. That and being a Villa fan, obviously.

Carolina walking this. Can't see the Broncos stopping them either. Cam Newton is awesome, and he has a damn fine all round team around him. So many weapons and no obvious weaknesses.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2016, 07:52:45 AM
O fer 2 for my predictions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2016, 08:55:53 AM
The O-Line was the big problem for the Pats, when the opposition can continually get pressure on the QB when only rushing 3 guys, then that spells trouble.

Carolina deserve to be in the Super Bowl, only 1 loss all season is pretty damn good.

Happy either way, Panthers seem quite a nice bunch and it would also be nice is Peyton won a 2nd Super Bowl and then retired.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 25, 2016, 07:09:28 PM
Wanted Carolina to win, but was hoping for an exciting game,  not one that was basically over after the first quarter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2016, 06:41:48 AM
Looks like Megatron is joining Charles Woodson in retiring
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 01, 2016, 08:01:42 AM
A shame for the league, but good news for Da Bears, if true.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 01, 2016, 08:50:47 AM
If it is true then there has to be a chance that the Lions will draft a WR with their 1st draft pick too. They could possibly do with drafting a DT too, although on an article I read this morning that is probably the deepest position in the draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 01, 2016, 09:40:01 AM
If only Rogers and Peterson could be persuaded to retire too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 01, 2016, 01:04:04 PM
If only Rogers and Peterson could be persuaded to retire too.

Can't imagine Peterson will be around for too many more years.

We could still have 10 years of Rodgers. Have to think that if Brady and Belichick retire a lot of people will suddenly discover their love for the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 04, 2016, 09:14:36 AM
Ken Stabler is the latest NFL veteran to have a confirmed chronic traumatic encephalopathy diagnosis (http://edition.cnn.com/2016/02/03/health/ken-stabler-cte/)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 04, 2016, 09:12:21 PM
So what do we all think for the Super bowl?   I'm thinking a big win for Carolina, I really can't see another result unless they choke.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on February 04, 2016, 10:24:15 PM
I'm meeting up with the UK Patriots in Marylebone. I think we're affiliating to the Panthers for the night ;)

Denver's defence won't make it easy for Cam but I think Carolina have too much on both sides of the ball. Another heartbreak for Peyton I think...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 04, 2016, 10:34:32 PM
Think Carolina will win. Hope Carolina win. Don't make it boring like the George Halas game though please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 04, 2016, 10:52:07 PM
I've booked Monday off. Struggling to see anything other than a Panthers win, they're just so strong all over the field.

The injury might have done Manning a favour in some ways. After the time out, he seems to have accepted he can't force the ball like he used too and adapted his approach, accepting he's just going to throw it away more often rather than giving up easy interceptions. Still can't see it being enough to hurt Carolina often enough to keep them in touch.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 05, 2016, 08:51:16 AM
Does seem like it is the Panthers' game to lose, but then the Broncos were written off before playing the Patriots (by me anyway).

Always have Monday off after the Super Bowl, has become a tradition.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 05, 2016, 07:59:27 PM
Next season's Houston Texans at Somewhere on Earth Raiders match will be in Meheeco City.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 05, 2016, 08:42:17 PM
I fly back from France on Sunday and have Monday booked off work for washing my ski gear and watching the Super Bowl on Sky+

Panthers to win big
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on February 05, 2016, 09:50:11 PM
I normally book the Monday off but as I'm not working at the moment, kind of a moot point this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 07, 2016, 11:13:53 PM
Who else is up and watching the handball final? I'm supporting Denver tonight purely as from the stuff i;ve seen they are big underdogs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 07, 2016, 11:45:20 PM
I'm supporting the Panthers, because I like the name!
They're playing away.

They've just won the toss, so all is going to plan.


Edit.
Oh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 07, 2016, 11:48:33 PM
Why are we back in the studio? Don't they just carry on?



That Lady GaGa. Totally rocked the anthem, best version I've heard for ages.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 07, 2016, 11:55:18 PM
Oh bollocks, pubehead is in the studio!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 07, 2016, 11:56:54 PM
You'd think you'd be safe from that bastard watching the Super Bowl!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:05:36 AM
That was never an incomplete pass.

Come oooon, ref!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:07:54 AM
Oh, great

I think I'll swop sides. ;)

Just realised, I'm supporting Man City v Leicester.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:10:41 AM
Gloryhunter!!!   ;D :P

Ten nil, to the Denver boys. Ten nil, to the Denver boys.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:12:36 AM
The Carolina Boyz will be back.
In a minute.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: olaftab on February 08, 2016, 12:12:45 AM
OK it must be finished now so who's won?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:14:39 AM
I have no idea whether the ref has decided in our favour or not. 8)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:14:48 AM
Well that is complete stupidity.

Edit: not you Affers! Giving away that penalty.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:15:22 AM
I have no idea whether the ref has decided in our favour or not. 8)

He has. you had to punt, but then the penalty means you were back to first down.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on February 08, 2016, 12:17:19 AM
15 yard penalty for taunting after scoring a touchdown. Imagine if we had that in the BPL.



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:18:12 AM
Ah, right.

The big kick has just moved everything to the other end, though, hasn't it?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:19:08 AM
Yep, you ended up having to punt anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:20:33 AM
Now we punt. Exciting ay it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:26:29 AM
Don't quite get the bit about the penalty being further back but yes, dead exciting. Absolutely no idea what's happening.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:29:05 AM
Basically, if there is a penalty (foul) the punishment is the attacking team move forward, or backwards depending which side fouled, by X amount of yards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:31:14 AM
Ooh. Yeahhhh!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:31:25 AM
BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:31:55 AM
Love the aerial attack!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:33:21 AM
It was just like watching Ashley Young.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:34:42 AM
I knew he reminded me of somebody
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:36:09 AM
That was a crap conversion if it's what he meant.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:47:54 AM
i don't think that was planned. What a run by Norwood!

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:52:45 AM
Broncos on 13, come on Carolina.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 12:58:16 AM
Fumbleina!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 12:59:36 AM
Looking forward to Coldplay, quite frankly!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:01:35 AM
Definitely Leicester.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 01:03:09 AM
Ooooops.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2016, 01:08:23 AM
Looking forward to Coldplay, quite frankly!

I used to like you.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:15:48 AM
Looking forward to Coldplay, quite frankly!

I used to like you.
I'm cheering for Man City at the moment. That pales!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:21:00 AM
Oh great, time for Coldplay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on February 08, 2016, 01:23:29 AM
Oh great, time for Coldplay.
That's more like the sarcastic spirit that I've come to expect from h&v.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 01:25:06 AM
I'd rather they brought Pubehead back on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 01:27:45 AM
Later to the party.

The good bits.
I haven't got MON as my studio guest. In fact no studio guests, just 3 blokes that know what they're talking about.
Denver's defence.

The bad.
Just about everything else.
Execution levels are shockingly low for Carolina.
Denver's offence is as fragile as you might have feared, with the exception of a few running plays.

The annoying.

Bet 888 were offering a joining bonus off up to 8.00 on Denver up to a 1000 kr. bet.

Didn't manage to register before kick-off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:28:26 AM
I'd rather they brought Pubehead back on.
You may get your wish. He's not as shy as Roy Keane.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 01:30:03 AM
Halftime show with Coldplay = time to go and get fresh supplies from the kitchen
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 01:34:30 AM
The fake audience around the stage is really annoying me even more than listening to Coldplay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 01:38:01 AM
I've just discovered that turning the sound off and the 3D conversion on without the glasses makes it more bearable.

Is that Beyonce?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 01:38:33 AM
As is the crap miming.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:40:35 AM
Beyoncé is rather good, isn't she?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 01:41:14 AM
I was going to ask who the annoying twat with the pubey hair and glasses was, then realised that you wouldn't know if I was talking about MON or Beyonce's mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 01:42:06 AM
Well she was better at miming than whoever the bloke wearing glasses is, but they all somehow managed to sing without moving their mouths.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:44:19 AM
They seemed to like it, in the studio.
I suppose you had to be there!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 01:47:06 AM
I was going to ask who the annoying twat with the pubey hair and glasses was, then realised that you wouldn't know if I was talking about MON or Beyonce's mate.

Answering my own question, apparently he's Bruno Mars.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:49:04 AM
I was going to ask who the annoying twat with the pubey hair and glasses was, then realised that you wouldn't know if I was talking about MON or Beyonce's mate.

Answering my own question, apparently he's Bruno Mars.
Channelling the late great Alvin Stardust
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on February 08, 2016, 01:50:37 AM
Worst half time show evah ! And yes, I DID see the Black Eyed Peas...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 01:53:06 AM
I was going to ask who the annoying twat with the pubey hair and glasses was, then realised that you wouldn't know if I was talking about MON or Beyonce's mate.

Answering my own question, apparently he's Bruno Mars.
Channelling the late great Alvin Stardust

That's fair enough. I used to channel the not late and not very great Alvin Martin.

What made it worse was I was playing outside linebacker.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 01:55:29 AM
At least with the Black eyed Peas there was Fergie eye candy.

You think you have it bad ViD, I channel Alvin the Chipmunk.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 01:57:32 AM
How can Carolina be doing this badly?
Their manager's called Ron.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 01:58:53 AM
How can Carolina be doing this badly?
Their manager's called Ron.

(http://www.brinklowfc.co.uk/images/temps/ron_manager_new.gif)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:00:17 AM
Hits the post!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 02:00:53 AM
Off the post!
I look at another thread for seconds, and City miss another chance.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 02:03:10 AM
And another cock-up from Carolina. You'd almost believe they'd taken the Bet 888 offer on Denver.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:07:29 AM
Can't help but wonder if Denver will pay for continually failing to score another TD.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 02:08:21 AM
Ooh, they seem to be doing ok!
There's another goal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 02:10:14 AM
I think it's Peyton's lack of arm strength showing again.
That last incompletion Newton would have forced in.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 02:12:32 AM
Halfway through the 3rd quarter and only 1 offensive TD is pretty remarkable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:13:08 AM
That was a tidy play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:16:36 AM
And that wasn't. Interception, stumble, fumble, recover.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 02:16:46 AM
And that play wasn't.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 02:18:39 AM
What's next.

We haven't had a safety yet and Denver starting on their own 7 yard line?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 08, 2016, 02:19:58 AM
I'll find out what happened later this morning. Will Carolina ever catch a ball again / at all. Will Denver bulldoze their way to glory.
Goodnight, all!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:22:19 AM
Night night Louzie, sweet dreams, don't let the bed bugs bite.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 02:24:17 AM
I'll find out what happened later this morning. Will Carolina ever catch a ball again / at all. Will Denver bulldoze their way to glory.
Goodnight, all!

Don't know about that, but they'll have to dig deep.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:32:23 AM
15 mins to go. So about another hour and a half then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:37:17 AM
I wonder if that will be a turning point?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 02:43:36 AM
Lead down to one score.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 03:02:55 AM
1st and goal from the 6.
Here comes another field goal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 03:05:58 AM
Or a TD thanks to stupidity from the Carolina defence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2016, 03:06:46 AM
Carolina have been garbage.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 03:06:57 AM
Is it just me or does Cam Newton look like Willie Newman in Any Given Sunday?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 03:08:15 AM
Denver are going to win despite how shit Manning has been. That throw into the endzone was woeful, but got lucky with the penalty.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 03:11:18 AM
7th sack. Mental.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 03:23:05 AM
Carolina have been garbage.

Their defence has been OK. 18 of Denver's points were essentially defence.

The offence has been woeful.  A combination of playing against the best defence in the league who have been pumped up just enough and a squad that's relatively inexperienced freezing when it mattered.

The game has been the ultimate proof of offence sells tickets, defence wins championships

©George Graham
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 08, 2016, 03:26:37 AM
Because both offences were shit, it actually made it an interesting game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2016, 03:35:03 AM
Carolina must be regretting their late decision to appoint Alex McLeish as Offensive Coordinator.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on February 08, 2016, 03:50:06 AM
Took me back to the 80s that game, when hard nosed NFC defences used to shred twinkle toed AFC offences in Superbowl after Superbowl.  Denver probably have the worst offence in NFL champion history, but their defence was so good who cares. Deserved winners on the basis of their last two games alone.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 03:57:59 AM
I'm really pissed off that I didn't register in time for the ridiculous sign up odds bet 888 were offering. An extra 8k (Danish!) would have been nice.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: olaftab on February 08, 2016, 12:57:58 PM
OK it must be finished now so who's won?
Is it finished now?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on February 08, 2016, 02:55:22 PM
OK it must be finished now so who's won?
Is it finished now?
Nearly half-time
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: adrenachrome on February 08, 2016, 03:00:13 PM
OK it must be finished now so who's won?
Is it finished now?
Nearly half-time

I am looking forward to the half time show. I hear that Beyonce is going to get her rack out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 03:05:25 PM
OK it must be finished now so who's won?
Is it finished now?
Nearly half-time

I am looking forward to the half time show. I hear that Beyonce is going to get her rack out.
I've seen a sneak preview.  It's a rack of lamb left over from one of the car park barbecues.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 08, 2016, 03:06:31 PM
OK it must be finished now so who's won?
Is it finished now?
Nearly half-time

Are Boston still winning?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on February 08, 2016, 03:46:37 PM
OK it must be finished now so who's won?
Is it finished now?
Nearly half-time

Are Boston still winning?
The London Sillinannies have just taken the lead.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 08, 2016, 07:13:27 PM
It was not a good game, possibly one for the purists because of the dominance of defense.  Overall though, we can't complain as the two #1 seeds made it to the Super Bowl and probably the better defense won out, which is usually the way.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 09, 2016, 08:24:29 AM
I enjoyed the MVPs of previous Super Bowls coming on and Tom Brady getting loudly booed  :)

Strange that in amongst it all, Marshawn Lynch retired.

Also Riley
The Racist
Cooper has been released by the Eagles.

Enjoyed the Super Bowl, nice to see the underdog win and Peyton deserves to be at least level with Eli for Super Bowl wins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 09, 2016, 10:22:23 AM
I also enjoyed it too, largely because it was great to see the down and dirty arts of defensive linemen getting recognition (at least on the commentary over here). Also nice to see the hard work of a player like Von Miller get recognised with the MVP.

I'd guess Lynch is saying stop at a point whilst he's still got most of his brain cells, especially as the extent of the CTE problem becomes more apparent.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 17, 2016, 08:09:59 AM
The Peyton Manning sexual harassment scandal has reared its head again

http://deadspin.com/how-tennessee-s-sexual-harassment-allegations-caught-up-1759118435
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 26, 2016, 10:45:09 PM
Reported by sources that the Bears are Franchise tagging Jeffery.

Rumoured that after Jaylon Smith's medical at the combine he has ankle and knee issues and would miss all of the 2016 season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 29, 2016, 11:59:36 AM
Looks like Peyton will be retiring

http://www.denverpost.com/paige/ci_29570921/paige-broncos-peyton-manning-will-ride-off-into
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 29, 2016, 01:09:20 PM
Looks like Peyton will be retiring

http://www.denverpost.com/paige/ci_29570921/paige-broncos-peyton-manning-will-ride-off-into

I think that's a wise decision. He struggled last season anyway, but managed to win a Super Bowl. Hard to see him having a great season in 2016.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 29, 2016, 02:09:54 PM
There is a player who has declared for the Draft called Lamarcus Brutus  :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 02, 2016, 10:31:37 AM
Another name to look out for in this year's draft class; Jihad Ward.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tokyo Sexwhale on March 11, 2016, 08:03:18 PM
Ron Saunders' great-nephew is a coach at....The Cleveland Browns!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Saunders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 15, 2016, 11:17:38 AM
The 2016 NFL Schedule

http://espn.go.com/nfl/schedule
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 21, 2016, 01:05:30 PM
Titans trade the 1st pick to the Rams

Browns trade the 2nd pick to the Eagles

Well that should be Goff and Wentz off the board anyway....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 21, 2016, 01:42:51 PM
Titans trade the 1st pick to the Rams

Browns trade the 2nd pick to the Eagles

Well that should be Goff and Wentz off the board anyway....

Neither are really high profile QBs. Even though they're projected to go 1 and 2, they're not even in the top ten of players regardless of position
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 21, 2016, 02:12:42 PM
Titans trade the 1st pick to the Rams

Browns trade the 2nd pick to the Eagles

Well that should be Goff and Wentz off the board anyway....

Neither are really high profile QBs. Even though they're projected to go 1 and 2, they're not even in the top ten of players regardless of position

Yes, I'm quite pleased as it makes it more likely a good player will drop to the 11th pick for Da Bears, especially as we're unlikely to go for a QB in the first round.

Still think we'd need to trade up to get Myles Jack, but I can dream. He may be best suited to a 4-3 Defence anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on April 21, 2016, 02:33:01 PM
We don't get a first round pick due to Tom's saggy balls.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 21, 2016, 02:50:28 PM
We don't get a first round pick due to Tom's saggy balls.

Think the Chiefs lose a fairly high draft pick for tampering (when they got Maclin from the Eagles). Possibly 2nd or 3rd round, can't remember now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2016, 05:30:47 PM
Brady's suspension for having soft balls has been reinstated
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on April 25, 2016, 05:59:49 PM
Brady's suspension for having soft balls has been reinstated

It's not about whether balls were deflated any more, it's about the powers of the Commissioner to be prosecution and judge.

Patriots went to the Championship game again. Brady played like Brady. Pressure was measured in all games. NFL refuse to release data. It's not hard to figure out what's going on
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 27, 2016, 09:39:35 AM
This all stems from the NFL Players' union not having the balls (whether properly inflated or not) to stand up to the NFL when negotiating the present CBA.

US courts like to uphold negotiated agreements, regardless of how stupid one of the parties was
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 27, 2016, 09:54:32 AM
NFL Draft starts tomorrow. I wonder if US tv will give it any coverage ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 27, 2016, 01:19:44 PM
Exciting, only the 4th time ever that the top 2 draft picks have been traded and it doesn't even start until tomorrow night.

Have Friday off work.

Can watch the 1st round on Sky and the 2-3rd rounds on NFL.com I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on April 27, 2016, 01:24:19 PM
NFL Draft starts tomorrow. I wonder if US tv will give it any coverage ;)

Probably about 30 minute summary after 2 hrs table football and 4 hrs of e-games :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on April 27, 2016, 02:05:24 PM
I was in Connetticut on business during the draft two years ago. It's really hard to think of the nearest equivalent in the UK.  Probably the Eurovision Song Contest !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 29, 2016, 09:39:21 AM
As expected, the two QBs went one and two

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2016_NFL_draft

As I saw mentioned on Twitter, you can tell this draft is mainly people born in 1994 when it features a Shaq and a Keanu
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 29, 2016, 02:22:18 PM
Nervy about Da Bears pick and not sure we needed to trade up, but potentially a pass rusher to get to the QB.

Had a feeling the Packers would go DT rather than ILB & they pretty much had their pick of them. Lions were always gonna go OL and Vikings got a big WR
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 29, 2016, 04:22:05 PM
Surprised Lions didn't go WR.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 01, 2016, 01:59:24 PM
Nervy about Da Bears pick and not sure we needed to trade up, but potentially a pass rusher to get to the QB.

Had a feeling the Packers would go DT rather than ILB & they pretty much had their pick of them. Lions were always gonna go OL and Vikings got a big WR

The bloke they drafted direct from Germany ?

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000658788/article/german-wr-moritz-boehringer-drafted-by-vikings
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 03, 2016, 08:44:02 AM
Was on about Laquon Treadwell, although I do like the fact that Boehringer's German team was called:-

The Schwabisch Hall Unicorns

Pleased with signing Hoyer as a Backup to Cutler. Cutler never plays every game in a season and Hoyer is a pretty good backup.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 09, 2016, 01:04:05 PM
Just thought I mention about Pro-Bowl and current Super Bowl champion Aqib Talib has been shot and has a minor leg injury, in an incident at a nightclub in Dallas.

The number 1 suspect seems to be....Aqib Talib. He may have shot himself.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on June 09, 2016, 01:13:37 PM
Given their quarterback situation, that may be the second time they've shot themselves in the foot this summer.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 10, 2016, 11:29:57 AM
Just thought I mention about Pro-Bowl and current Super Bowl champion Aqib Talib has been shot and has a minor leg injury, in an incident at a nightclub in Dallas.

The number 1 suspect seems to be....Aqib Talib. He may have shot himself.

Ah...done a Plaxico has he ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 10, 2016, 03:13:33 PM
Just thought I mention about Pro-Bowl and current Super Bowl champion Aqib Talib has been shot and has a minor leg injury, in an incident at a nightclub in Dallas.

The number 1 suspect seems to be....Aqib Talib. He may have shot himself.

Ah...done a Plaxico has he ?

Seems like it. I mentioned him on the NFL UK Forum and was surprised to learn that he did play again after the gunshot wound and time spent in prison.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 16, 2016, 11:39:12 AM
The NFL has a say in the design of the new Spurs stadium

http://www.espn.co.uk/football/tottenham-hotspur/story/2894025/nfl-has-significant-input-into-new-tottenham-stadium-daniel-levy

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The ground -- adjacent to Spurs' current White Hart Lane home -- will feature facilities for both sports, including a retractable grass football pitch with an artificial NFL surface underneath and two sets of changing rooms.

A 10-person delegation of NFL officials has visited the site twice in the past week and Levy said they were having a significant input into the construction process.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on June 16, 2016, 05:14:08 PM
Looking good for the London Hotspurs franchise then...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 16, 2016, 08:12:58 PM
Looking good for the London Hotspurs franchise then...

yep, I can see t happening in the early 2020s. just wish that it wasn't it Spurs. That's a bugger of a ground to get to
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on June 16, 2016, 08:19:21 PM
Looking good for the London Hotspurs franchise then...

yep, I can see t happening in the early 2020s. just wish that it wasn't it Spurs. That's a bugger of a ground to get to

10 minutes on the train for me !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 16, 2016, 08:29:47 PM
.....but it's how it affects me that matters 😜
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 16, 2016, 08:42:19 PM
Only been to Spurs once so don't remember. Many pubs by the ground?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on June 16, 2016, 09:48:07 PM
Only been to Spurs once so don't remember. Many pubs by the ground?

Spoilt for choice. There's the Irish centre near White Hart Lane station, or a couple of nice pubs one stop further down. Without any Spurs fans, even more choices.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 16, 2016, 09:49:17 PM
Sounds better than Wembley then.

Bears Packers to be played there please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 16, 2016, 09:49:44 PM
Preferably when Rodgers is injured...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on June 30, 2016, 10:07:25 PM
Andrew Luck signs new 6 year contract with Colts. (http://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/36668522) worth a record $140M.

On a side note is really already 4 years since Colts and Dolphins fans were displaying the rather unfortunate "Suck for Luck" banners, imploring their players to lose and secure 1st draft pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on August 05, 2016, 02:50:56 PM
I'm sure this has been mentioned before but has anyone used Game Pass in the UK?  I am considering it for the first time as I don't want to get Sky.  Just wondering if it is worth it or if there are any other channels showing highlights/occasional games?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on August 05, 2016, 03:47:25 PM
I'm sure this has been mentioned before but has anyone used Game Pass in the UK?  I am considering it for the first time as I don't want to get Sky.  Just wondering if it is worth it or if there are any other channels showing highlights/occasional games?

I've just renewed for a fourth year. It's really good, especially if you have a Chromecast, as you can cast from your device to your main tv. Only downside is that the Sky games are blacked out, but you can watch them later, and the good news is they've exempted the playoffs from blackout for this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 05, 2016, 08:06:58 PM
I've only watched it for 1 off games, by was good.

Think if I didn't have Sky  I'd order it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 27, 2016, 09:44:27 PM
Tony Romo has broken a bone in his back and is out until at least mid-season.

That puts the Cowboys' plan to outscore opponents due to their rubbish Defence under greater scrutiny
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on August 28, 2016, 07:51:35 AM
Kaepernick has upset the masses. Fair enough I'd say, land of the free and all that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 28, 2016, 12:31:08 PM
It's stupid that they have to have an anthem before every single game anyway. Save it for the Superbowl.

He's gone up in my estimation.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 28, 2016, 01:03:13 PM
Although he's gone down in my estimation for quoting Ian Duncan Smith on his Twitter page!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 28, 2016, 03:19:37 PM
It's stupid that they have to have an anthem before every single game anyway. Save it for the Superbowl.


They're obsessed with the anthem and the flag.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 28, 2016, 03:21:55 PM
Indeed. Weirdos.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 01, 2016, 01:17:46 PM
I've often thought 'do they not get bored?', standing up for the anthem every single day. Kind of takes away the meaning and specialness of it surely?

Even if I heard a song I loved every single day, I think I'd get bored of it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 01, 2016, 02:06:14 PM
The one thing that the American anthem has going for it, is that it's not the British anthem. That one is terrible.

It doesn't help that the NFL (and to some extent now, MLB) does so much paid patriotism.

What looks like support/celebration of the military by teams/leagues is mainly just a thinly disguised recruitment campaign paid for my the Armed Forces.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 02, 2016, 10:05:20 AM
I think the final roster cuts (75 to 53 players) are at 4pm Eastern Time on Saturday.

So for the Bears about 10pm I would think. Wonder which of our 25 Tight-Ends will actually make the roster!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 02, 2016, 10:10:00 AM
Apart from the news stories that have popped up on Deadspin, I've paid no attention to the NFL pre-season.

This is what happens when you're a Raiders fan and know that's it'll all turn out to be crap anyway
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 02, 2016, 01:08:01 PM
Apart from the news stories that have popped up on Deadspin, I've paid no attention to the NFL pre-season.

This is what happens when you're a Raiders fan and know that's it'll all turn out to be crap anyway

Think you'll have a better season than us, although I'm hopeful that our Defence will be a lot better this year.

Our Offensive Line and Secondary looks worrying.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2016, 01:37:52 PM
Has anyone received their London tickets yet ?

Mine have come through for the Twickers game but not for the two @ Wemberleeee
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 03, 2016, 01:49:32 PM
Has anyone received their London tickets yet ?

Mine have come through for the Twickers game but not for the two @ Wemberleeee

Not yet but I don't usually receive them until about 10 days before, so not too worried.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2016, 02:20:03 PM
Need to figure out where to park for the game at HQ. Maybe somewhere in Hounslow
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 03, 2016, 03:01:14 PM
Need to figure out where to park for the game at HQ. Maybe somewhere in Hounslow

I'd recommend The Stoop, Harlequins ground. 5 minute walk.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 03, 2016, 03:55:52 PM
Going to the Twickenham game, but haven't received the tickets yet.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 03, 2016, 06:37:59 PM
Need to figure out where to park for the game at HQ. Maybe somewhere in Hounslow

I'd recommend The Stoop, Harlequins ground. 5 minute walk.

Was thinking a somewhere a bit further out in order to avoid the traffic

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 03, 2016, 06:40:45 PM
Vikings trade a 2017 1st Round Pick and 2018 4th Round Pick to the Eagles, for QB Sam Bradford.

Assume Wentz will start straight away for the Eagles then, although I thought he was injured.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2016, 03:53:48 PM
Parking sorted for the NFL @ HQ

http://www.twickenhamparking.co.uk/booking

Nelson Primary School
Nelson Road
Whitton
Twickenham
Middlesex
TW2 7BU
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 05, 2016, 11:20:35 AM
Was shocked when the Packers cut Josh Sitton and I'm delighted that we've picked him up.

Even with letting Slauson go we look pretty strong at Guard now, not so amazing at Centre and woeful at Tackle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2016, 09:14:40 PM
But if a thriller to open the season; a rematch of the Super Bowl.

Panthers were a point behind with a 50 yard field goal to win and kicker Gano put it wide.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2016, 11:33:08 AM
All NFL tix now received
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2016, 09:46:55 AM
Everyone else in NFC North 1-0
Bears 0-1.

Already get the suspicion it will be a long season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 12, 2016, 10:34:11 AM
Great win for the Raiders on the road at Norlyons. Score a touchdown with 47 seconds to go. The PAT would tie the game but they go for a two point conversion and make it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 12, 2016, 11:13:44 AM
Great win for the Raiders on the road at Norlyons. Score a touchdown with 47 seconds to go. The PAT would tie the game but they go for a two point conversion and make it

Yep, it was a brave call.

Quite a number of matches were decided by a last second field goal attempt.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 13, 2016, 12:36:07 PM
Steelers pounded the Redskins last night.   Antonio Brown is ridiculous.  Anyone who has him in their fantasy team is a very lucky person.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 13, 2016, 01:10:05 PM
Steelers pounded the Redskins last night.   Antonio Brown is ridiculous.  Anyone who has him in their fantasy team is a very lucky person.

Don't have him as I didn't have the no. 1 pick, but I did have DeAngelo Williams and he got me nearly 30 points :-D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 13, 2016, 01:29:00 PM
Steelers pounded the Redskins last night.   Antonio Brown is ridiculous.  Anyone who has him in their fantasy team is a very lucky person.

Don't have him as I didn't have the no. 1 pick, but I did have DeAngelo Williams and he got me nearly 30 points :-D

He will do you well for the first three games until Leveon Bell returns!   Honestly, the Steelers should be able to outscore anyone this season, which is a good thing as their defence is not what it should be.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 13, 2016, 03:31:33 PM
Steelers pounded the Redskins last night.   Antonio Brown is ridiculous.  Anyone who has him in their fantasy team is a very lucky person.

Don't have him as I didn't have the no. 1 pick, but I did have DeAngelo Williams and he got me nearly 30 points :-D

He will do you well for the first three games until Leveon Bell returns!   Honestly, the Steelers should be able to outscore anyone this season, which is a good thing as their defence is not what it should be.

Yes, will have to decide whether to keep him once Bell's suspension is up. Already had to trade Keenan Allen, who looks to be done for the season again.

Steelers have the strongest trio of QB-RB-WR in the NFL, but as you say their Defence isn't great.

RGIII is on Injured Reserve, another long season for the Browns....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 13, 2016, 04:32:04 PM
I would keep him.  I think the Steelers will still use him, especially in short yardage situations.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 14, 2016, 08:27:59 AM
Worth adding that my Giants @ Rams Twickenham tickets arrived on Monday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 14, 2016, 09:42:27 AM
RGIII is on Injured Reserve, another long season for the Browns....

Cleveland had the second pick in the draft, so could potentially have taken Carson Wentz but decided to sign RGIII as a free agent and trade down in the draft  ::)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 14, 2016, 01:02:25 PM
RGIII is on Injured Reserve, another long season for the Browns....

Cleveland had the second pick in the draft, so could potentially have taken Carson Wentz but decided to sign RGIII as a free agent and trade down in the draft  ::)

Yes but they have not got 25 Wide Receivers instead of a QB and one of them is bound to end up being good.

I think they must have decided that they always pick rubbish QBs, so they'd stop picking them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 15, 2016, 01:14:58 PM
Good news for Colour Blind NFL fans. This season only 1 team will wear Colour Rush uniforms in matchups, meaning that colour blind people will be able to distinguish between the 2 teams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 19, 2016, 09:34:20 AM
Watched highlights of the Packers - Vikings game; quite exciting.

Adrian Peterson has an injury, which had me scrambling to see when we play them next.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 23, 2016, 09:33:30 AM
Bit worrying that the Patriots are steamrolling their opponents even without Tom Brady (or even Garropolo) at QB.

Still, I've taken a dislike to Brock Osweiler crying off from the Broncos like he did, so it was nice to see him lose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 23, 2016, 12:00:52 PM
Pats offensive line looks so much better than last year, and have improved defending the run too. Still think Denver are the team to beat in the AFC though...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 23, 2016, 09:07:17 PM
Pats offensive line looks so much better than last year, and have improved defending the run too. Still think Denver are the team to beat in the AFC though...
Steelers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on September 26, 2016, 12:55:43 AM
Oops. Fly Eagles Fly.


http://sports.yahoo.com/news/rejoice-wentzylvania-the-eagles-have-a-rookie-star-at-quarterback-232548464.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 26, 2016, 02:41:37 AM
Pats offensive line looks so much better than last year, and have improved defending the run too. Still think Denver are the team to beat in the AFC though...
Steelers.
OK, maybe not.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 26, 2016, 08:26:03 PM
Will Chicago win a game this season I have my doubts sadly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 26, 2016, 08:26:35 PM
Pats offensive line looks so much better than last year, and have improved defending the run too. Still think Denver are the team to beat in the AFC though...

I was amazed to learn that Patriots DE Chris Long is the son of Raiders all time great and Hall of Famer Howie Long.

Can't be many players who acheived what Howie did and then had 2 kids who went on to be first round draft picks (Chris Long, Bears right gurad is his brother)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2016, 10:48:34 PM
Will Chicago win a game this season I have my doubts sadly.

I can see us recovering to about 5-11 for our usual "nowhere near the playoffs but not shit enough to get an exciting draft pick" spot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 27, 2016, 09:02:31 AM
Was embarrassing in the first half, it's not like the Cowboys have a loaded roster. Showed a bit of fight in the second half, although I suspect the Cowboys eased off a bit too. At least some promising signs from Kevin White and Justin Howard and Zach Miller showed that last season wasn't a flash in the pan (although he's bound to get injured at some stage).

We have a lot of injuries on Defence, but the top teams have strength in depth, which we definitely don't have.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 27, 2016, 10:05:08 AM
Even if they know absolutely bugger all about soccer, I'd still have Theo Epstein as General Manager and Bill Belichick as Coach at Villa
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 02, 2016, 02:24:05 PM
Almost time for the International Series to start  :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 02, 2016, 06:57:02 PM
On way back from Wembley having been to my first gridiron match. Very enjoyable, good to see a close match and the maligned "home" team win. Also good to be trusted to drink a beer in my seat without causing a riot.

Enjoyed the razmatazz as well but I guess it might do my head in every week. As my brother said during one of the "party patrol" segments: "People complain about the Americanisation of English sports but we're a long way off this"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 02, 2016, 07:28:34 PM
Patriots getting spanked at home by Buffalo. Total no show by both lines, just days after I said how good they were <facepalm>
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 03, 2016, 09:02:15 AM
If I was a Patriots fan I'd be ecstatic to have a 3-1 record when they haven't had Brady and his backup has been injured too.

I plan to shoehorn Edelman into my fantasy team lineup, now that Brady is back.

Julio Jones got 300 yards and a TD, glad he won't be playing our Secondary this year.

Oh and Da Bears win a match!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 03, 2016, 10:57:10 AM
It turned into a pretty good game at Wemberleee after an ordinarily first half.

However, I don't think that I've ever seen so many pass-interference penalties
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 05, 2016, 12:34:10 PM
I've probably asked this before, but what is the best way to get to Twickenham from South Kensington, by Tube/Train?

Is there a direct train from say; Victoria?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2016, 02:12:52 PM
I've probably asked this before, but what is the best way to get to Twickenham from South Kensington, by Tube/Train?

Is there a direct train from say; Victoria?

I did consider parking in town, taking the District Line to Richmond and then walking the rest.

However, I found a School PTA offer parking about 15 minutes walk west of HQ

The District Line would work from Victoria

Alternatively, there are trains via Clapham Junction

https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/london-victoria-to-twickenham/23-oct-2016/1005

However, remember to check for engineering work

I find the following useful for planning travel in that there London

https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/224813/response/560395/attach/3/London%20Connections%20Map.pdf

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 05, 2016, 02:16:22 PM
Thanks UKR. Travelling from Victoria to Twickenham, via Clapham Junction.

Not actually that worried about who wins the game, although Odell Beckham constantly spitting his dummy out is inclining me towards the Rams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 07, 2016, 12:16:27 AM
Thanks UKR. Travelling from Victoria to Twickenham, via Clapham Junction.

Not actually that worried about who wins the game, although Odell Beckham constantly spitting his dummy out is inclining me towards the Rams.

Don't go to Clapham from Victoria, go to Vauxhall. It's two stops on the Victoria Line and you've got far more chance of squeezing onto the train if its packed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 10, 2016, 01:16:38 AM
San Diego seem to be Villa’s equivalent - tossing games away in the fourth quarter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 10, 2016, 08:57:31 AM
Surprised at how much the Dolphins are struggling this year, even being crushed by the Titans (although we still have to play the Titans, so I shouldn't say too much).

Chargers have had a lot of injuries, although they have a habit of  turning the ball over when they start to look comfortable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 10, 2016, 06:17:18 PM
San Diego seem to be Villa’s equivalent - tossing games away in the fourth quarter.

My Raiders are beginning to look like possible contenders for a Wild Card spot at least.

it'll all go to pot, of course.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 11, 2016, 03:37:11 PM
The top 5 QBs by passer rating so far are:-

Tom Brady
Matt Ryan
Jimmy Garoppolo
Sam Bradford
Brian Hoyer

Aaron Rodgers is 23rd and Cam Newton is 31st.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mattjpa on October 11, 2016, 03:40:39 PM
The top 5 QBs by passer rating so far are:-

Tom Brady
Matt Ryan
Jimmy Garoppolo
Sam Bradford
Brian Hoyer

Aaron Rodgers is 23rd and Cam Newton is 31st.

Whisper it quietly but Dak Prescott is pulling up trees. Massive decision coming when Romo hits full fitness
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 11, 2016, 04:06:33 PM
I think Romo needs to seriously consider retiring anyway, constant injuries, particularly in his back.

Makes me think he'll be in a wheelchair by the time he's 50.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 16, 2016, 10:03:16 AM
http://www.tulsaworld.com/staff/mikeaverill/update-dennis-byrd-former-tu-and-ny-jets-player-killed/article_f73f4b24-1a50-58c2-9e9e-51c9b3a634dd.html

Dennis Byrd dead in a car crash
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: MarkM on October 18, 2016, 08:45:44 AM
Watched the Redskins over the weekend (on TV) first NFL game I have bothered to watch all the way through.

I actually kind of enjoyed it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 18, 2016, 08:51:36 AM
The NFC East has actually become a bit more interesting this year, all 4 teams could make the playoffs. The Eagles started 3-0 and may have a losing record soon though.

Redskins and Cowboys would be my favourites to win the division.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 18, 2016, 09:24:31 AM
Have every Monday off now until December, can't cope with staying up until 12:40am every Sunday and then going to work

:-/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2016, 07:00:53 PM
yesterday was my first trip to the new HQ

No impressed

Reminded me of the Oakland Colisseum, which is never a good thing
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 24, 2016, 07:26:36 PM
Much worse getting out from Twickenham rather than Wembley. Made me wonder how they Cope when they have more fans at Rugby games.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 24, 2016, 08:03:56 PM
That Arizona Seattle game 😁
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2016, 02:38:49 PM
Much worse getting out from Twickenham rather than Wembley. Made me wonder how they Cope when they have more fans at Rugby games.

We parked at the school on Nelson Road. Very easy out initially but then we got jammed up in/around Hounslow. If I go to another game at HQ, I'll probably park in the same place but then try to cut across to the M3 rather than the M4
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 30, 2016, 12:21:20 PM
Back at Wemberleee to see the WashingtonFootballTeam play the Bungles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 30, 2016, 01:17:06 PM
Back at Wemberleee to see the WashingtonFootballTeam play the Bungles

Me also. Ninth year in a row.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 30, 2016, 01:23:20 PM
Back at Wemberleee to see the WashingtonFootballTeam play the Bungles

Me also. Ninth year in a row.

17 out of 17
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 30, 2016, 02:33:17 PM
Have fun folks.

As with last week, I don't mind who wins really
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 30, 2016, 02:42:20 PM
Actually supporting Washington *no names*. I have Garcon and opponent has Bungles D fence
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 30, 2016, 03:29:38 PM
Back at Wemberleee to see the WashingtonFootballTeam play the Bungles

Me also. Ninth year in a row.

17 out of 17

That's impressive dedication. Missed the first year because I was in Australia and have only picked one since they went to multiple games.

If they really are moving to White Hart Lane, that's 10 minutes on the train from me, so will go to every game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 30, 2016, 05:00:19 PM
At least you're getting your money's worth!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 31, 2016, 09:11:44 AM
At least you're getting your money's worth!

There's been some seriously shit kicking in the NFL over the past couple of weeks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 31, 2016, 10:59:22 PM
I love the rubbish kicking. It's boring when you're 99% sure he's going to get it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 01, 2016, 08:41:03 AM
I love the rubbish kicking. It's boring when you're 99% sure he's going to get it.

My kicker tried his best to lose me my fantasy matchup, missing an easy field goal and an extra point. I won by 0.72 points!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 01, 2016, 06:57:31 PM
*SPOILER ALERT - SPOILER ALERT*

Bears beat the Vikings to march to 2-6; Super Bowl here we come
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 01, 2016, 10:41:10 PM
Jamie Collins traded to the Browns from the Patriots for a conditional 3rd round pick
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on November 01, 2016, 11:26:52 PM
Jamie Collins traded to the Browns from the Patriots for a conditional 3rd round pick

Jamie asked for Von Miller money. Bill said he'd think about it. Jamie went to sleep 7-1 and woke up 0-8.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 02, 2016, 12:01:52 AM
I suppose when you're in Cleveland's position you have to pay over the odds to attract a star. It would be nice if they could have a good season in the next decade or so.

Knowing New England, the conditional pick will end up being a Hall of Famer.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 02, 2016, 08:43:06 AM
Had a dream that Da Bears had traded for Collins and I was really annoyed, thinking 'how stacked do we need to get at Linebacker, the rest of our team is poor'.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 02, 2016, 10:03:19 AM
Jamie Collins traded to the Browns from the Patriots for a conditional 3rd round pick

Jamie asked for Von Miller money. Bill said he'd think about it. Jamie went to sleep 7-1 and woke up 0-8.

Bill seems to prefer to jettison a player a year too early rather than risk paying for declining years. However, it'll be interesting to see how he deals with Gronk and Golden Boy
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 02, 2016, 03:48:00 PM
Oh I think it was announced that one of the games in the International Series next year will be the Saints @ Dolphins.

Or to put it another way: the saint against BRITAIN'S JAY AJAYI dolphins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 03, 2016, 11:42:25 AM
http://www.nfluk.com/news/internationalseries/article-1/Miami-Dolphins-to-play-the-New-Orleans-Saints-in-London-in-2017/c6c80750-51dc-448d-ae0f-3b26c187b116
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on November 08, 2016, 02:01:09 AM
Watched the Raiders against the Broncos this morning.

Very impressed with the Raiders. Played well on both sides of the ball. Denver's defence is still mighty but they have nothing on offense. Oakland at Foxborough for the AFC championship I reckon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on November 08, 2016, 07:39:47 PM
Another rubbish season for my Niners. 🙄
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 09, 2016, 12:42:46 AM
Another rubbish season for my Niners. 🙄

We play you soon I think, in the crunch 'Battle for the 2nd draft pick behind the Browns'.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on November 15, 2016, 08:22:20 PM
I'm in NY the week before Xmas and staying over the weekend of 17/18 December.

Sports wise there's not a whole lot going on Saturday apart from Jets v Dolphins at the MetLife in NJ. Is it worth it?  I mean The Jets are shit aren't they?  Can't be there for Sundays Giants game sadly as got a late flight out of JFK to catch. 

Any advice?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 15, 2016, 10:48:12 PM
Jets look weak at QB right now. Have a stellar Defensive Line, although 2 of the best players in it were benched recently as they keep turning up late for team meetings.

Dolphins have been on a good run lately and have Britain's Jay Ajayi at Running Back.

They'll both get more wins than the Bears  :'(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 16, 2016, 11:11:17 PM
College football - can't see much beyond Crimson Tide again for this, and be interesting  to see if two Big 10 teams make it to the final 4 as per current rankings.

As ever OU blew it early doors with that silly defeat to what's looking like a pretty poor Houston and the defence has looked ropey all season long despite the exceptional offence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 17, 2016, 08:34:39 AM
Will have to check the College Football standings. Hardly ever get to see any of those games though.

Seahawks release Christine Michael and Packers immediately pick him up, could be a good signing for them if they can keep him focused.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on November 17, 2016, 04:43:59 PM
Jets look weak at QB right now. Have a stellar Defensive Line, although 2 of the best players in it were benched recently as they keep turning up late for team meetings.

Dolphins have been on a good run lately and have Britain's Jay Ajayi at Running Back.

They'll both get more wins than the Bears  :'(

Thanks, so not as bad as I thought then, may be worth a trip out of the city into the wastelands of Rutherford NJ.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 18, 2016, 02:03:30 PM
Hope you enjoy the game if you go Jon.

I was watching a Turkish TV Series on Netflix last night, called 'Magnificent Century'. It is about Suleiman the Magnificent.

I was slightly perturbed that Suleiman seems to have been portrayed by Aaron Rodgers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2016, 09:12:18 PM
Have a feeling that the UK International Series games for 2017 should be announced soon, maybe this Sunday?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 30, 2016, 09:20:57 PM
Bears play the 49ers this weekend, in a crunch match that could go a long way towards deciding who gets the 2nd pick in the draft behind the Browns.

As we could do with losing this one, no doubt we'll win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 02, 2016, 04:07:36 PM
The Buffalo Bills' all-time interceptions leader is called Butch Byrd

 ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 05, 2016, 04:50:01 PM
Don't know whether mentioned earlier in thread, but, stumbled on Sky Mix the other day. It has a fair amount of proper match highlights rather than the 2 minute flick through that we get on the BBC's NFL Show.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 05, 2016, 11:50:28 PM
No major surprises in the College Play off selections, though I think Washington were lucky with that piss easy non Conf schedule yet it was the Buckeyes win at OU that probably got them the nod on Penn State.

Alabama's to lose in my opinion.

OU need to sort that defense out for next season and they might be in with a shout.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 06, 2016, 08:36:38 AM
No major surprises in the College Play off selections, though I think Washington were lucky with that piss easy non Conf schedule yet it was the Buckeyes win at OU that probably got them the nod on Penn State.

Alabama's to lose in my opinion.

OU need to sort that defense out for next season and they might be in with a shout.

This year's College Football season completely passed me by. I haven't been watching PTI or listening to Kornheiser lately. Even if I wasn't actually watching games, those two sources at least kept me up to date with events
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 06, 2016, 10:31:49 AM
Don't know whether mentioned earlier in thread, but, stumbled on Sky Mix the other day. It has a fair amount of proper match highlights rather than the 2 minute flick through that we get on the BBC's NFL Show.

They also show Redzone. Useful when at my missus' house as she doesn't have Sky, but has that channel.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 06, 2016, 09:42:07 PM
http://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/18221607/former-heisman-trophy-winning-running-back-rashaan-salaam-died
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 07, 2016, 04:38:22 PM
Bears continue our pattern of losing 3 and winning 1. Carry on and we would sweep the Vikings.

Wouldn't be devastated if the Bears lost to the Lions this week, don't want the Manchester United Packers winning the league....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 08, 2016, 01:17:06 PM
Kansas looked good again vs Atlanta.

Big game vs Oalkand next.

Dallas keep on winning, NY next.
Interesting that many still don't fancy them to win Super Bowl, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 08, 2016, 02:43:47 PM
Kansas looked good again vs Atlanta.

Big game vs Oalkand next.

Dallas keep on winning, NY next.
Interesting that many still don't fancy them to win Super Bowl, though.

They probably should have lost to the Vikings, but have a great Offensive Line, Running-Back and a young QB who's been very impressive so far. Also some decent receivers too.

Their Defence isn't great, but wear out the opposition with long Offensive drives.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 12, 2016, 08:45:42 PM
Rams fire Fisher a fortnight after extending his contract, and Republicans from Washington (the state, not the city) launch a bill to allow fans to take guns into games with them. I can't see what could possibly go wrong with that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 13, 2016, 08:22:41 AM
Rams fire Fisher a fortnight after extending his contract, and Republicans from Washington (the state, not the city) launch a bill to allow fans to take guns into games with them. I can't see what could possibly go wrong with that.

I've often though what America needs is more guns and greater access to them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 13, 2016, 01:24:42 PM
2017 London games...

Ravens @ Jaguars
Saints @ Dolphins
Vikings @ Browns (Twickenham)
Cardinals @ Rams (Twickenham)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 13, 2016, 01:49:10 PM
I definitely fancy the Browns game the most, as if I had an AFC team it would be them and also they're playing a divisional rival of Da Bears.

Shame that Twickenham is such a pain in the bum to get out of.

Suppose Ravens @ Jaguars could be decent.

All decent; Cardinals @ Rams is a divisional matchup and Saints Dolphins has Britain's Jay Ajayi. Feel like the Dolphins have played nearly as many matches here as the Jaguars.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 13, 2016, 04:22:59 PM
Feel like the Dolphins have played nearly as many matches here as the Jaguars.
If you are not selling your seats at home, expect a trip to London.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 13, 2016, 06:17:16 PM
Twickenham is a pain to get to and a dump of a venue. I was going to suggest to my mate that we skip those games and just do the two at Wembley.

However, I've just had a message from a Vikes supporting friend in the Colonies saying that she's planning to come over for their game. Therefore, I'd better go to that one as well
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 14, 2016, 01:31:33 PM
Some concern over the potential funding for a new stadium in Oakland for the Raiders.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000756606/article/concerns-exist-regarding-oakland-stadium-projects-financing

They have probably the worst stadium in the NFL, but it does puzzle me why teams with billionaire owners and that make a fortune have their stadiums funder by the general public.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 14, 2016, 02:20:30 PM
Twickenham is a pain to get to and a dump of a venue. I was going to suggest to my mate that we skip those games and just do the two at Wembley.

Twickenham a dump?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 14, 2016, 03:18:07 PM
Some concern over the potential funding for a new stadium in Oakland for the Raiders.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000756606/article/concerns-exist-regarding-oakland-stadium-projects-financing

They have probably the worst stadium in the NFL, but it does puzzle me why teams with billionaire owners and that make a fortune have their stadiums funder by the general public.

Because they can.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 14, 2016, 04:00:11 PM
Twickenham is a pain to get to and a dump of a venue. I was going to suggest to my mate that we skip those games and just do the two at Wembley.

Twickenham a dump?

The ground is okay, but it is awful trying to get a train from there afterwards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 15, 2016, 02:15:20 PM
Twickenham is a pain to get to and a dump of a venue. I was going to suggest to my mate that we skip those games and just do the two at Wembley.

Twickenham a dump?

Yep, its a horrible concrete lump*. Also, despite being in London, it somehow manages to be without any decent transport links.

(* with its claustrophobic spirals/concourses, to me it resembles the Oakland Coliseum or maybe old Yankee Stadium)

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on December 15, 2016, 08:48:17 PM
Twickenham is a pain to get to and a dump of a venue. I was going to suggest to my mate that we skip those games and just do the two at Wembley.

Twickenham a dump?

Yep, its a horrible concrete lump*. Also, despite being in London, it somehow manages to be without any decent transport links.

(* with its claustrophobic spirals/concourses, to me it resembles the Oakland Coliseum or maybe old Yankee Stadium)



Whitton station and walk down?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 16, 2016, 12:37:05 AM
Forecast temperature for the Bears/Packers game this Sunday is 1F (wind chills in the negative teens), which would make it the coldest game ever played in Chicago.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 16, 2016, 12:56:27 AM
Shame it's not the main Sky game. I love watching Snow Bowls. It's a symptom of how shit we are that even our matches against Green Bay are no longer guaranteed telly picks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 18, 2016, 12:12:47 AM
US College Football team loses The Celebration Bowl due to penalty called against them for over-celebrating

http://screengrabber.deadspin.com/n-c-central-loses-celebration-bowl-thanks-to-excessive-1790231625
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on December 18, 2016, 12:28:08 AM
Oh dear
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 18, 2016, 09:26:35 PM
Shame it's not the main Sky game. I love watching Snow Bowls. It's a symptom of how shit we are that even our matches against Green Bay are no longer guaranteed telly picks.

It finished up being a great game.

Packers pull level in the head to head for the first time since 1933.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 19, 2016, 08:43:39 AM
Shame it's not the main Sky game. I love watching Snow Bowls. It's a symptom of how shit we are that even our matches against Green Bay are no longer guaranteed telly picks.

It finished up being a great game.

Packers pull level in the head to head for the first time since 1933.

4 turnovers by the Bears, so amazing we came so close. Think Rodgers carrying an injury helped and the Packers' WRs seemed to struggle a bit at times.

Packers 1 behind the Lions now, with 2 games to play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2016, 11:24:26 AM
Raiders clinch a playoff spot
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 19, 2016, 01:09:01 PM
Raiders clinch a playoff spot

First time since 2002, which was the first NFL season that I watched pretty much in full.

I don't want to make it seem like a long time ago, but Tim Brown, Jerry Rice and Rich Gannon were playing....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2016, 02:30:36 PM
Raiders clinch a playoff spot

First time since 2002, which was the first NFL season that I watched pretty much in full.

I don't want to make it seem like a long time ago, but Tim Brown, Jerry Rice and Rich Gannon were playing....

I've been following the Raiders for so long that in 1982 I had a Marcus Allen jersey.
I'm pretty confident that there weren't many of those in the UK back then  :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 19, 2016, 02:42:14 PM
Raiders clinch a playoff spot

First time since 2002, which was the first NFL season that I watched pretty much in full.

I don't want to make it seem like a long time ago, but Tim Brown, Jerry Rice and Rich Gannon were playing....

I've been following the Raiders for so long that in 1982 I had a Marcus Allen jersey.
I'm pretty confident that there weren't many of those in the UK back then  :)

It was all about Kenny Stabler, Casper and Biletnikoff for me....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 19, 2016, 03:45:52 PM
Huge game Christmas day in prime time Steelers vs Ravens for all the marbles in the AFC North.   Should be a good one!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on December 19, 2016, 03:48:51 PM
Twickenham is a pain to get to and a dump of a venue. I was going to suggest to my mate that we skip those games and just do the two at Wembley.

Twickenham a dump?

Yep, its a horrible concrete lump*. Also, despite being in London, it somehow manages to be without any decent transport links.

(* with its claustrophobic spirals/concourses, to me it resembles the Oakland Coliseum or maybe old Yankee Stadium)



Whitton station and walk down?

Not a single restricted view seat for 80,000 plus people.
Numerous huge bars.
Numerous food & vending opportunities.
4 mainline railway stations all in walking distance.
Free buses to and from Richmond station for all events over 35,000 spectators.
7 bus services serving the stadium.

What a dump.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 19, 2016, 04:37:17 PM
Huge game Christmas day in prime time Steelers vs Ravens for all the marbles in the AFC North.   Should be a good one!

I may have suggested an evening of Festive Football on Christmas to my missus and been met with a suitably frosty reception....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 19, 2016, 05:58:07 PM
Raiders clinch a playoff spot

First time since 2002, which was the first NFL season that I watched pretty much in full.

I don't want to make it seem like a long time ago, but Tim Brown, Jerry Rice and Rich Gannon were playing....

I've been following the Raiders for so long that in 1982 I had a Marcus Allen jersey.
I'm pretty confident that there weren't many of those in the UK back then  :)

If you were in Birmingham in the early 80's all the NFL gear was in Oasis. I didn't realise Jerry Rice was a Raider. I thought he pretty much ended his career in SF. Were you a Raiders fan simply because they pretty had the coolest badge and colours or was there some other reason from the 80's I'm unaware of?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on December 19, 2016, 06:06:27 PM
Great American Sports. They left Oasis early 90s as they kept getting steamed. I worked in Oasis occasionally back then and it could get a bit 'interesting' in there at times. They moved to a shop up Five Ways but think they closed down for good a few years ago.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 19, 2016, 10:34:29 PM
Jerry Rice had 2-3 seasons in Oakland and did quite well. I believe he was playing into his 40s.

There is a good reason why U.K. Redsox is a Raiders fan, but I'll let him explain.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 20, 2016, 11:24:22 AM
Raiders clinch a playoff spot

First time since 2002, which was the first NFL season that I watched pretty much in full.

I don't want to make it seem like a long time ago, but Tim Brown, Jerry Rice and Rich Gannon were playing....

I've been following the Raiders for so long that in 1982 I had a Marcus Allen jersey.
I'm pretty confident that there weren't many of those in the UK back then  :)

I started watching around '82.
Washington v Miami Super Bowl year.

I attached myself to the Cowboys, mainly because others followed the Redskins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2016, 02:51:45 PM
Were you a Raiders fan simply because they pretty had the coolest badge and colours or was there some other reason from the 80's I'm unaware of?


My father worked for Xerox. The site that he worked at in El Segundo near LA was close to the Raiders training facility.

I also had a T-Shirt that said ...

Oakland
Los Angeles
El Segundo
Raiders

on the front and....

Where the hell is
El Segundo?

...on the back

I don't think that this one was official NFL merchandise


Later on he worked near Rochester, so I developed a soft spot for the Buffalo Bills as well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: SteveN on December 21, 2016, 04:11:12 PM
No idea when it was but Jim Kelly was the man for me so I went for the Bills.  Always liked watching John Riggins and Bo Jackson.  Nothing better than seeing them running straight through someone, particularly The Diesel Truck.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 21, 2016, 05:43:55 PM
A distant relative moved from Wales to San Fran in the mid-70's, he bought me a t shirt and cap back once, so its always been the 49ers for me. Peaks and troughs...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 21, 2016, 10:04:37 PM
Jeez, I thought it was bad being a Bears fan at the moment  ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: MoetVillan on December 23, 2016, 11:15:33 AM
Are the Packers going to make it?  I don't really understand how they clinch a place, but a lot of my colleagues are from WI, and big fans
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 23, 2016, 11:51:54 AM
Are the Packers going to make it?  I don't really understand how they clinch a place, but a lot of my colleagues are from WI, and big fans

Can see the Lions losing to the Cowboys and the Packers beating the Vikings this week and if that happens then the Packers would go top of the NFC North, with a game to go.

Vikes have loads of players out injured this week:-

Peterson, Treadwell, Diggs, Harrison Smith and a Guard on their already terrible OL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 23, 2016, 10:06:50 PM
is anyone interested in an Endzone club level ticket for the first Wembley game next season?

I'm up in Liverpool that weekend, so will struggle to make it back.

i'm planning to renew my season ticket tomorrow and hope to sell on the ticket for the first game at face value.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 25, 2016, 10:44:03 AM
David Carr........broken leg.......fuckfuckfuckfuckfuck  >:(  :'(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 25, 2016, 11:07:04 AM
You'll be alright as long as Derek Carr doesn't get injured too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 26, 2016, 01:11:50 AM
Steelers clinch the AFC North - what a game!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 26, 2016, 08:39:05 AM
So all the AFC spots are taken, now it's just sorting the seeding out. Chiefs could be 2, 5 or 6 depending on results next week. Daft that the Texans are guaranteed a home game while one of the Raiders and Chiefs won't get one but them's the rules.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 01, 2017, 11:51:25 PM
Never mind the playoff drama, the important thing is that Jordan Howard set the rookie rushing record for Da Bears.

More than Red Grange, Bronko Nagurski, Gale Sayers, Walter Payton, Neal Anderson, Anthony Thomas, Thomas Jones, or Matt Forte.

Oh and a lot less carries than Forte, who did have the record.

Sewn up the 3rd pick in the draft.

On a serious note we've been dreadful in the last few weeks of the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 02, 2017, 12:33:40 AM
Sounds like Kubiak will resign from the Broncos and Chuck Pagano may be booted from the Colts.

Fox @ Bears and Kelly at 49ers will be on thin ice too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2017, 10:56:20 AM
Kelly gone
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2017, 10:57:01 AM
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000767531/article/coaching-tracker-whos-on-the-hot-seat-whos-safe
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on January 04, 2017, 06:01:29 PM
How have the Rutgers Scarlet Knights done in college ball this year? You may recall my nominal association with them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2017, 08:42:48 PM
2-10 (including losing all nine of their conference/league games), so pretty rubbish
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 05, 2017, 12:19:25 PM
Two players from the University of Louisville missed the chance to play in the Citrus Bowl:

(http://images.complex.com/complex/images/c_limit,w_680/f_auto,fl_lossy,pg_1,q_auto/cbv6cig3byofqmn9z1ti/louisville-cardinals-gunshot-wounds-injuries)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 05, 2017, 12:31:36 PM
I'm a secret Detroit Lions fan due to living and studying in Michigan as an exchange student. My tip is that we beat the Seahawks in their back garden.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 05, 2017, 01:16:51 PM
I'm a secret Detroit Lions due to living and studying in Michigan as an exchange student. My tip is that we best the Seahawks in their back garden.

I think it's one of the more interesting games this weekend, Seahawks have looked pretty poor lately, inability to run the ball and even their Defence hasn't looked that great.

Matt Moore's Dolphins against Connor Cook's Raiders may be a defensive battle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 05, 2017, 02:22:46 PM
I'm a secret Detroit Lions due to living and studying in Michigan as an exchange student. My tip is that we best the Seahawks in their back garden.

I think it's one of the more interesting games this weekend, Seahawks have looked pretty poor lately, inability to run the ball and even their Defence hasn't looked that great.

Matt Moore's Dolphins against Connor Cook's Raiders may be a defensive battle.
It may be if it were happening, but it isn't.  Here are the games and my picks:

Dolphins @ Steelers
Raiders @ Houston
Giants @ Green Bay
Lions @ Seahawks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 05, 2017, 02:56:22 PM

Matt Moore's Dolphins against Connor Cook's Raiders may be a defensive battle.

Even as a Raiders fan, I know nothing about this bloke
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 05, 2017, 10:38:25 PM
Two players from the University of Louisville missed the chance to play in the Citrus Bowl:

(http://images.complex.com/complex/images/c_limit,w_680/f_auto,fl_lossy,pg_1,q_auto/cbv6cig3byofqmn9z1ti/louisville-cardinals-gunshot-wounds-injuries)

Louisville Injuries is a crap name for a sports team though isn't it?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 06, 2017, 12:03:32 AM
I predict four home wins. Feel sorry for the Raiders, losing their QB and having to play away despite having had a far better season than their hosts. Seeding system needs to change.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 06, 2017, 01:25:34 AM
I refuse to believe anyone has played the QB position better than Aaron Rodgers. He may not have the SB rings of Brady or Montana, but pure ability wise, for me he is the best
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 06, 2017, 04:09:58 AM
I refuse to believe anyone has played the QB position better than Aaron Rodgers. He may not have the SB rings of Brady or Montana, but pure ability wise, for me he is the best
He is very good, but not better than Brady (kills me to say that).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2017, 08:49:55 AM
Rodgers is probably more physically talented than Brady, but Brady is the most intelligent QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2017, 11:11:29 AM
He's no Slingin’ Sammy Baugh
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 06, 2017, 11:48:25 AM
Only recently started getting back into gridiron now I can get it on TV.
Didn't realise that the Baltimore Ravens are really the pre '96 Cleveland Browns.
Must have been a bummer for Browns fans when post '96 'their team' albeit the Ravens won 2 Super Bowls.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Only recently started getting back into gridiron now I can get it on TV.
Didn't realise that the Baltimore Ravens are really the pre '96 Cleveland Browns.
Must have been a bummer for Browns fans when post '96 'their team' albeit the Ravens won 2 Super Bowls.


Quite a lot of things like that in the NFL.

The Houston Texans are in the same division as the Tennessee Titans (formerly the Houston Oilers). Baltimore lost their own team when the Colts moved to Indianapolis virtually overnight.

The Cardinals have played in Chicago, St. Louis and Arizona. Rams have played in Cleveland, Los Angeles, St. Louis and back to Los Angeles. Raiders have moved from Oakland to Los Angeles and back again (and might move to Las Vegas soon). The Chargers appear near-certain to move to Los Angeles.

Oh and I think the Kansas City Chiefs were briefly the Dallas Texans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 06, 2017, 02:35:48 PM
The Chargers moving to LA is a stupid idea. Surely all the LA fans will have started supporting the Rams by now?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2017, 02:56:44 PM
The Chargers moving to LA is a stupid idea. Surely all the LA fans will have started supporting the Rams by now?

Suppose of you want an exciting Offensive team then the Chargers are the better option. Rams have the better Defence (and are historically better).

I do think the Chargers could be quite a decent team, but they had as many injuries as the Bears last season and Rivers didn't play as well as usual.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 06, 2017, 03:40:32 PM
........... and Rivers didn't play as well as usual.
So much like Rivers then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 06, 2017, 05:16:18 PM
How are New England doing?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2017, 10:16:06 PM
How are New England doing?

Struggling along with the best record in the NFL, much like their sister team Chelsea
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 07, 2017, 06:33:05 AM
Good hope the win The Bowl Shield Cup
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 07, 2017, 12:02:48 PM
You're not going to win friends liking the Patriots, Peter!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 08, 2017, 03:10:27 AM
Predictably, Houston beat Oakland pretty easily.

Currently, Seattle in a close one over Detroit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 08, 2017, 04:04:40 AM
Seattle are too good for us Lions...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2017, 10:34:18 AM
Oakland and Detroit both limp into the playoffs and then limp out again. Obviously Carr's injury changed everything for the Raiders but it's so Villa of the Lions to totally balls things up from 9-4 and turn a potentially great season into another bout of bitterness and recriminations.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 08, 2017, 08:54:53 PM
Steelers easily beating the Dolphins, on to Kansas next weekend.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 09, 2017, 12:38:05 AM
I predict four home wins.

Called it.

Four one-sided games. Hopefully next week will be better. Not sure I'll bother watching Green Bay vs Dallas.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 09, 2017, 08:35:47 AM
Most lopsided play-off games since 1981 apparently. It was all a bit dull.

Only the Giants @ Packers one was vaguely close and it was still over part-way through the 3rd Quarter.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tony Daleys Shorts on January 09, 2017, 10:11:19 AM
Steelers easily beating the Dolphins, on to Kansas next weekend.

Le'Veon Bell is a joy to watch, such an intelligent running back, takes some nerve to hesitate as he does and play what's in front of him.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 09, 2017, 10:25:13 AM
Steelers easily beating the Dolphins, on to Kansas next weekend.

Le'Veon Bell is a joy to watch, such an intelligent running back, takes some nerve to hesitate as he does and play what's in front of him.



He almost seems to be in slow motion, then suddenly darts through a gap.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2017, 01:06:38 PM
Steelers easily beating the Dolphins, on to Kansas next weekend.

Le'Veon Bell is a joy to watch, such an intelligent running back, takes some nerve to hesitate as he does and play what's in front of him.



He almost seems to be in slow motion, then suddenly darts through a gap.
I agree, it is totally counter-intuitive but works so well for him, surprised more don't do it.   I think having the type of offensive line he has in front of him  helps as well, but not bad for someone picked 48th overall in the draft.  There was one point yesterday in the first half where he dragged a line-backer for an 10 extra yards, and he's not a massive guy by any means.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2017, 03:15:28 PM
Steelers easily beating the Dolphins, on to Kansas next weekend.

Le'Veon Bell is a joy to watch, such an intelligent running back, takes some nerve to hesitate as he does and play what's in front of him.



He almost seems to be in slow motion, then suddenly darts through a gap.

That one series of 10 consecutive Bell runs was ridiculous. Poor defense play calling not to designate a player to just watch Bell (or poor play if the coaches had designated such a player)

Still...great running-back play
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 09, 2017, 03:37:21 PM
Any idea when the individual game tickets are available for the International Series Matches?

The Season Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10am.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on January 09, 2017, 06:27:42 PM
I watched a couple of My Football Life programmes on Sky Sports Mix at the weekend. They were alright. Walter Payton and Jerome Bettis.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 09, 2017, 06:35:45 PM
Quick couple of questions.

Has a Wild Card team ever won the Super Bowl?
If not,
Who was the lowest seeded team to win it?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 09, 2017, 07:54:58 PM
Six Wildcards have won the Super Bowl.

http://www.cheatsheet.com/sports/6-wild-card-teams-that-won-the-super-bowl.html/?a=viewall

The 2005 Steelers and the 2010 Packers are the lowest seeds to have won, both seeded sixth (which is the lowest seed in the playoffs).

The 2011 Giants had the worst winning percentage, winning 9 and losing 7. They were, however, fourth seeds after finishing top of their weak division.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 09, 2017, 09:18:36 PM
Six Wildcards have won the Super Bowl.

http://www.cheatsheet.com/sports/6-wild-card-teams-that-won-the-super-bowl.html/?a=viewall

The 2005 Steelers and the 2010 Packers are the lowest seeds to have won, both seeded sixth (which is the lowest seed in the playoffs).

The 2011 Giants had the worst winning percentage, winning 9 and losing 7. They were, however, fourth seeds after finishing top of their weak division.

Cheers, buddy
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2017, 07:35:55 AM
Any idea when the individual game tickets are available for the International Series Matches?

The Season Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10am.

I have one ticket available for the first game at Wemberlee
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2017, 07:42:51 AM
Clemson score three TDs in the 4th Quarter to upset Alabama and with the NCAA title

http://www.espn.com/blog/sec/post/_/id/126047/a-wild-fourth-quarter-leads-clemson-to-a-historic-comeback-win-over-alabama
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2017, 08:39:24 AM
That won't hurt Deshaun Watson's draft stock. He seemed to be drifting to 3rd QB in the 2017 Draft before the National Championship game, after Kizer and Trubisky (who they all seem to love, although he hasn't played much).

Have Clemson won it before? Don't think of them as a powerhouse of College Football, like Alabama or Ohio State.

I was planning to go to Vikings @ Browns at Twickenham. My brother is going to the Dolphins game, although he'd probably want at least 2 tickets for it.


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2017, 09:18:31 AM
Clemson won the title in the early 80s

I saw them play in person against Boston College a few years back. A double OT classic

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 10, 2017, 10:11:08 AM
You're not going to win friends liking the Patriots, Peter!

We don't need friends. Our Cups and medals are our friends.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 10, 2017, 10:12:56 AM
is it teh quarter finals now? Or whatever they call it in the knock-out stages. What's the draw?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2017, 10:57:20 AM
is it teh quarter finals now? Or whatever they call it in the knock-out stages. What's the draw?

http://www.sbnation.com/a/nfl-playoff-bracket-2017
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 10, 2017, 11:23:27 AM
You're not going to win friends liking the Patriots, Peter!

We don't need friends. Our Cups and medals are our friends.

They get rings, not medals.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2017, 12:36:41 PM
That won't hurt Deshaun Watson's draft stock. He seemed to be drifting to 3rd QB in the 2017 Draft before the National Championship game, after Kizer and Trubisky (who they all seem to love, although he hasn't played much).

Have Clemson won it before? Don't think of them as a powerhouse of College Football, like Alabama or Ohio State.

I was planning to go to Vikings @ Browns at Twickenham. My brother is going to the Dolphins game, although he'd probably want at least 2 tickets for it.

I found out this morning they won it in 81.  They will be considered a powerhouse now - back to back championship games and consistent program puts you in that category and will keep the flow of high school talent rolling in and players going to the NFL rolling out.

People around here are very happy this morning........why?  Clemson's only loss all season was at home to Pitt.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2017, 12:41:59 PM
Clemson's only loss all season was at home to Pitt.

One of my other in-person NCAA games was Ohio @ Pitt
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2017, 02:41:24 PM
Jason Pierre-Paul is after a new contract and says he doesn't want to sign a 1 year deal.

He said something like "nobody else in the league is out there making plays with 7 fingers like I do".

Yes that is true Jason, but then they haven't blown their fingers off whilst pissing about with fireworks....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 10, 2017, 07:36:35 PM
You're not going to win friends liking the Patriots, Peter!

We don't need friends. Our Cups and medals are our friends.

They get rings, not medals.

Kiss my ring
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 10, 2017, 07:39:17 PM
Patriots v Chiefs - Patriots in the final
Seattle v Cowboys - Dallas in the final

Dallas win in the final for the first time they have been good since the man in the hat (Tom?)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 10, 2017, 11:17:19 PM
Think Atlanta will beat Seattle. The Falcons have crept under the radar.
Although Dallas are my team, their defence isn't great. Green Bay are on a red hot streak, so could be an interesting game.

Patriots would appear to be the team to beat, but Kansas and Pittsburgh are more than capable of beating them.

I've a feeling Kansas will win the AFC
My heart says Dallas for the NFC, but, my head says Atlanta.

Chiefs v Falcons

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 11, 2017, 12:22:41 AM
Apparently the Chargers are likely to make a stadium announcement on Thursday, just before the city mayor makes some speech or other so as to show him up.

They'll likely state that they are off to Los Angeles but won't move until the new Rams stadium is built in 2019, giving San Diego until then to build a new stadium to convince them to stay.

Raiders apparently don't have to announce where they will be playing until March, so that might drag out for a while. Vegas remains the favourite.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2017, 08:43:22 AM
I think the Chargers will move out of San Diego, just a question of when.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 11, 2017, 01:38:58 PM
I'm not so sure.  I don't know that LA can support two teams and I don't know that Chargers fans will make the trip up the I5 for every game.   
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 11, 2017, 04:40:52 PM
Don't know how long it was for, but, LA had both the Rams and the Raiders in the 80's
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2017, 04:45:13 PM
Don't know how long it was for, but, LA had both the Rams and the Raiders in the 80's

Until about 1994, but think they had poor crowds.

I agree that Los Angeles will probably struggle to house 2 teams, but I still think the Chargers seem set to move.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2017, 09:23:23 AM
Raiders were in LA 82 to 94 (the first couple of years of that period were when UKR Sr was working in El Segundo)
Rams moved from Cleveland to LA in 46 and left in 94
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2017, 05:32:40 PM
Chargers are going to LA
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2017, 05:33:15 PM
http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/18458293/chargers-announce-move-los-angeles-leaving-san-diego
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 12, 2017, 06:39:15 PM
So the rumour about staying in San Diego while a new stadium was built turned out to be nonsense. Playing at a ground that holds 30,000 until the new Rams Inglewood stadium is built.

When was the last time such a small stadium hosted the NFL?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2017, 08:31:56 PM
So the rumour about staying in San Diego while a new stadium was built turned out to be nonsense. Playing at a ground that holds 30,000 until the new Rams Inglewood stadium is built.

When was the last time such a small stadium hosted the NFL?

Wrigley was probably sub-40k for football
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 13, 2017, 01:44:06 PM
Bills, Rams and Chargers have all appointed new Head Coaches.

All have decent rosters to work with.

49ers new Head Coach will have a tough job.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2017, 02:17:22 PM
Bills, Rams and Chargers have all appointed new Head Coaches.

All have decent rosters to work with.

49ers new Head Coach will have a tough job.

Sean McVay is 30 years old  :o
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 13, 2017, 02:24:31 PM
So the rumour about staying in San Diego while a new stadium was built turned out to be nonsense. Playing at a ground that holds 30,000 until the new Rams Inglewood stadium is built.

When was the last time such a small stadium hosted the NFL?

Wrigley was probably sub-40k for football

Further research indicates...........

City Stadium, Green Bay (Packers 1925-1956) 25,000

Quite a few of the old combined NFL/MLB stadiums were sub 40k but that's the only sub 30k that I can find since the really early days of the NFL.

Rock Island's Douglas Park stadium, venue for the first NFL game, has a listed capacity of 5,000
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 14, 2017, 12:40:35 AM
Good research. Goes back a long way! I suppose it's a bit like if Arsenal had to move into Barnet's ground for a few seasons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 14, 2017, 08:51:06 AM
Chiefs playoff game has been put back on Sunday, due to bad era her warnings. Think it is due to start at about 1am on Monday morning our time.

Will be a bigger trying to avoid the score so can watch it on Monday when back from work.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 14, 2017, 11:09:55 PM
Good game so far in Atlanta.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 15, 2017, 01:05:29 PM
Is there going to be a single exciting finish in the post-season?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 15, 2017, 04:04:47 PM
Chiefs playoff game has been put back on Sunday, due to bad era her warnings. Think it is due to start at about 1am on Monday morning our time.

Will be a bigger trying to avoid the score so can watch it on Monday when back from work.

01:20 GMT kick off
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 15, 2017, 06:48:03 PM
There are suggestions that the Raiders' move to Las Vegas will be confirmed this week, but they'll stay in Oakland for two seasons pending the building of a new stadium.

Can't imagine the crowds would be very good! Surely they'd be better playing at a smaller stadium in Vegas while the new ground is constructed?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2017, 12:10:30 AM
NFL to see how good viewing figures are for the late kickoff game. If seen as a success they may do more late kickoff playoff games.

Hope it does badly as 1.20am is not good for me!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 16, 2017, 12:34:37 AM
Fuck's sake, fuck off with that idea, NFL!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2017, 08:31:32 AM
Is there going to be a single exciting finish in the post-season?

Yep
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2017, 08:33:09 AM
There are suggestions that the Raiders' move to Las Vegas will be confirmed this week, but they'll stay in Oakland for two seasons pending the building of a new stadium.

Can't imagine the crowds would be very good! Surely they'd be better playing at a smaller stadium in Vegas while the new ground is constructed?

Sam Boyd Stadium ?

I've seen the stadium on TV for UNLV games and 7s Rugby. Bigger than the stadium that the Chargers will be using in LA.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 16, 2017, 10:13:25 AM
Bears fan so pains me to say it but can see Green Bay winning SB now with Rodgers playing like that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2017, 11:19:34 AM
Bears fan so pains me to say it but can see Green Bay winning SB now with Rodgers playing like that.

Yaaayyy, another Bears Villa fan. Must be something to do with the great history and struggle in  recent years.

Regarding the games last night *MASSIVE SPOLIER ALERT*:-

It was nice to have some close matchups, after last week's blow outs. Hoping the Falcons get to the Super Bowl, as I'm not mad on the others. In fact the Packers against the Patriots would be the nightmare scenario for me, I'd have to support the Pack
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 16, 2017, 12:54:45 PM
Is there going to be a single exciting finish in the post-season?

Yep

Went to bed at half time disappointed as it was shaping up to be classic, managed to wake up about ten to 1 to watch the last 30 seconds. Pretty good timing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 16, 2017, 01:48:30 PM
Is there going to be a single exciting finish in the post-season?

Yep

Went to bed at half time disappointed as it was shaping up to be classic, managed to wake up about ten to 1 to watch the last 30 seconds. Pretty good timing.
Steelers defense is finally what it should be.  However, we have to put more than field goals on the board to win in New England.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: joe_c on January 19, 2017, 06:58:32 PM
I don't think I've ever troubled this thread before but this seemed like a worthwhile item to break my duck:

Oakland Raiders file papers to move to Las Vegas  (http://pro32.ap.org/article/raiders-file-papers-move-oakland-las-vegas?utm_campaign=SocialFlow&utm_source=Twitter&utm_medium=AP_NFL)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2017, 08:15:44 PM
'Just Gamble Baby'
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Tony Daleys Shorts on January 20, 2017, 12:52:51 PM
Hoping Ben, Brown and Bell can do the job for The Steelers this weekend. Tough place to go and win though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2017, 01:20:28 PM
Hoping Ben, Brown and Bell can do the job for The Steelers this weekend. Tough place to go and win though.

I would be delighted if the Steelers and Falcons made it to the Super Bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 20, 2017, 01:31:43 PM
There is a real sense that the Steelers can do it.  Everyone has said all season that the one team that can beat the Patriots in a shoot-out will be the Steelers.

Therefore, expect New England by 20.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2017, 01:33:21 PM
There is a real sense that the Steelers can do it.  Everyone has said all season that the one team that can beat the Patriots in a shoot-out will be the Steelers.

Therefore, expect New England by 20.

Have a horrible feeling the Patriots and Packers will win....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 20, 2017, 05:54:32 PM
There is a real sense that the Steelers can do it.  Everyone has said all season that the one team that can beat the Patriots in a shoot-out will be the Steelers.

Therefore, expect New England by 20.

Have a horrible feeling the Patriots and Packers will win....

Green Bay are on a red hot streak at the moment, but, I expect Atlanta to win another close game.
I felt that Kansas City were the only team that could stop New England . They seemed to be unlucky to lose vrs Pittsburgh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: exiled on the wirral! on January 20, 2017, 06:04:45 PM
Aaron Rodgers is in the form of his life...Packers to keep the run going @Atlanta...Go Pack Go!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 20, 2017, 08:06:52 PM
I felt that Kansas City were the only team that could stop New England . They seemed to be unlucky to lose vrs Pittsburgh.
Can't agree with that last bit, Steelers should have been up by 20 at half-time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 20, 2017, 08:23:46 PM
I felt that Kansas City were the only team that could stop New England . They seemed to be unlucky to lose vrs Pittsburgh.
Can't agree with that last bit, Steelers should have been up by 20 at half-time.

I only saw extended highlights, mate, so I couldn't judge. Hence, '...seemed to be unlucky...'
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2017, 06:59:11 PM
Looking forward to NFC champ game. Could go either way, guess I'm leaning towards Falcons but you can't write Rodgers off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2017, 09:46:02 PM
Or maybe you can! Surely this is already over.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 23, 2017, 02:58:43 AM
Well that was shit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2017, 08:31:22 AM
I gave up on the GB @ ATL game at 31-0

Also, glad that I didn't stay up to see PIT @ NE
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2017, 08:59:54 AM
I watched the Patriots - Steelers game for a bit, went to sleep at 12.30am.

At least I have a team to support in the Super Bowl.

Surprised at how easily the Falcons won tbh.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on January 23, 2017, 10:18:32 AM
the patriots march effortlessly into the final ( no idea what their score was). As i remember from C4 in the 80s the Atlanta Falcons are sh*t but have an English kicker. So iI hope he scores a few points for them in a devastating defeat by England. I mean new England.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 23, 2017, 12:58:00 PM
Falcons' Season ticket sales in the new stadium will get a boost from that win.  ::)


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2017, 07:05:34 PM
the patriots march effortlessly into the final ( no idea what their score was). As i remember from C4 in the 80s the Atlanta Falcons are sh*t but have an English kicker. So iI hope he scores a few points for them in a devastating defeat by England. I mean new England.

The Patriots are the least English team! They still haven't paid us back for that tea they threw away!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on January 23, 2017, 07:07:28 PM
the patriots march effortlessly into the final ( no idea what their score was). As i remember from C4 in the 80s the Atlanta Falcons are sh*t but have an English kicker. So iI hope he scores a few points for them in a devastating defeat by England. I mean new England.

The Patriots are the least English team! They still haven't paid us back for that tea they threw away!

Us? I knew the jock thing was playing to the crowd.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2017, 09:08:01 PM
Ha! I'm Scottish, English, British, European, depends what mood I'm in and who I am arguing with! Anyway we were all in the same country by the time of the Boston Tax-Dodging Party.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2017, 09:07:06 AM
Ha! I'm Scottish, English, British, European, depends what mood I'm in and who I am arguing with! Anyway we were all in the same country by the time of the Boston Tax-Dodging Party.

I went to the Boston Tea Party museum last summer. It only opened a couple of years ago because they moved the ships out of the way while The Big Dig was going on
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 26, 2017, 04:15:48 PM
Does anyone know of a pub in Birmingham showing the Super Bowl, other than Walkabout?

Can be a pain in the arse getting a seat in there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 26, 2017, 05:19:11 PM
Does anyone know of a pub in Birmingham showing the Super Bowl, other than Walkabout?

Can be a pain in the arse getting a seat in there.

Lord Clifden is I believe.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 26, 2017, 05:25:43 PM
Ooo, I like that pub. Cheers Dave
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2017, 09:21:00 PM
Best sports player name ever

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2017/02/01/kobe-buffalomeat-is-the-nations-first-102-star-recruit/?utm_term=.79c67c5b412b
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 01, 2017, 09:22:21 PM
Looking forward to watching my 1 game a year soon. Come on the Pats!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 01, 2017, 10:26:46 PM
Just in case there aren't enough reasons to hate the Pats already, their owner (Kraft) is good friends with Trump and has his phone number.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2017, 12:05:34 AM
I only want the Pats to win because of following Boston. I'm such a hardcore fan I could only name Brady.

In reality I don't overly care who wins, I just want a high scoring close game. For my 1 game a year I don't want it to be 42-0 at HT!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 02, 2017, 04:17:51 AM
Just in case there aren't enough reasons to hate the Pats already, their owner (Kraft) is good friends with Trump and has his phone number.

He gave one of his Super Bowl rings to Putin, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on February 02, 2017, 10:25:33 PM
I only want the Pats to win because of following Boston. I'm such a hardcore fan I could only name Brady.

I can go one further - Gronkowski. Then I'm out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 03, 2017, 02:49:24 AM
I only want the Pats to win because of following Boston. I'm such a hardcore fan I could only name Brady.

I can go one further - Gronkowski. Then I'm out.
Sorry to piss on your chips, but he's been injured half the season and is out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Chris Jameson on February 03, 2017, 09:19:32 AM
"Where's my car tyres at?"

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 04, 2017, 10:29:20 AM
Got my NFL tickets for Wembley this week. Loved it last year so looking forward to it. I'm recording Superbowland watching as live on Monday. Hoping the Falcons can do it but not optimistic.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 06, 2017, 12:17:09 AM
Looks like the now traditional 1st quarter defensive battle is over.

1st blood Falcons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 12:45:58 AM
This is all going rather well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 06, 2017, 12:54:48 AM
This is all going rather well.

Not for me. I backed the Patriots.

Still got a chance for my over 52.5 points back-up bet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 01:03:22 AM
Nor me, I wanted it to be exciting which a blow out isn't.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 01:15:43 AM
Lady Gaga looks like a Thunderbirds puppet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Mossie Hennebry on February 06, 2017, 01:22:26 AM
She looks like an electrified Elton John. Shit muzak.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 01:36:42 AM
She was pretty good, I thought. Much better than bland shite like Coldplay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 01:40:14 AM
Touchdown on this play and it may get interesting.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 01:42:22 AM
I don't want it to be interesting. I want the Chelsea of the NFL battered into submission.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 01:43:38 AM
Let's go New England!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 01:46:52 AM
So far this is the worst performance by a side in a final since 2015.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 01:53:15 AM
Worst Super Bowl performance since U2.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 01:58:10 AM
Well this is crap for me, as a predominantly neutral watcher seeing a game this one sided is boring.

A pass for a gain of 2! Best play by the Twats so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 02:06:29 AM
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL New England. And then they miss the extra point the plums.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 06, 2017, 02:17:17 AM
Big stop for the Patriots that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 02:23:26 AM
Atlanta could teach the Liverpool teams of old something about time wasting the boring gits.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 02:31:23 AM
Well that's probably fecked it up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 02:41:34 AM
Then again!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 06, 2017, 02:42:39 AM
Game NOT over.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 02:42:46 AM
Starting to panic.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 02:47:28 AM
Taken most of the game but now it's exciting.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 02:53:16 AM
What a total fuck up by the Falcons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 02:58:54 AM
What a catch!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:01:37 AM
One of us posting, there's only one of us posting.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 03:02:17 AM
Stupid game, this.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:05:23 AM
What a drive! Get in!!

Now will that 1 point miss cost them?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:06:25 AM
Nope is the answer.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 03:06:27 AM
A fuck up of Villa proportions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:08:01 AM
A fuck up of Villa proportions.

Ha great minds, my Facebook status just "*Sings to Atlanta* Are you Villa in disguise!"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 06, 2017, 03:08:32 AM
What a drive! Get in!!

Now will that 1 point miss cost them?

They'd be leading now instead of looking at OT.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:10:18 AM
What a drive! Get in!!

Now will that 1 point miss cost them?

They'd be leading now instead of looking at OT.

I doubt they'd have gone for the win if they were 1 point behind after that last TD.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:13:08 AM
If they win with a hail Mary i'd piss myself laughing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:14:07 AM
Well they bottled the hail Mary and crocked a player. Genius!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:16:55 AM
I just want a high scoring close game. For my 1 game a year I don't want it to be 42-0 at HT!

Well, I sort of got both!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 06, 2017, 03:18:41 AM
What a drive! Get in!!

Now will that 1 point miss cost them?

They'd be leading now instead of looking at OT.

I doubt they'd have gone for the win if they were 1 point behind after that last TD.

Good point.

Then again, this is Bill Bellichick we're talking about.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:23:32 AM
Red card, he was last man!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:24:43 AM
Hahaha Pats win. What a total fuck up by the Falcons!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 03:25:52 AM
Well, Atlanta fucked that. Still, the Ł86 I won betting on the Patriots is a decent consolation.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:27:04 AM
Tom Brady was rather impressive.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 06, 2017, 03:27:48 AM
The Browns wouldn't have lost it from there. What a total Villaing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 06, 2017, 03:32:46 AM
28-3 and they fucked it up. 28-3 and they fucked it up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 06, 2017, 03:57:35 AM
Lady Gaga was very good at half time and thankfully kept the politics out of it.

As a Jets fan I now have another reason too hate the Patriots, the Man U of the NFL. Wankers!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on February 06, 2017, 04:29:50 AM
Wow... what a great game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brend'Watkins on February 06, 2017, 08:09:08 AM
 I went to bed at half time thinking " this game is over"
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 06, 2017, 09:23:21 AM
Lady Gaga was very good at half time and thankfully kept the politics out of it.

As a Jets fan I now have another reason too hate the Patriots, the Man U of the NFL. Wankers!

She wasn't overtly political but I would suggest the songs chosen were there for a reason.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on February 06, 2017, 09:52:37 AM
Wahoo! My team won. Don't get to say that *sigh* that often any more.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 06, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Lady Gaga was very good at half time and thankfully kept the politics out of it.

As a Jets fan I now have another reason too hate the Patriots, the Man U of the NFL. Wankers!

She wasn't overtly political but I would suggest the songs chosen were there for a reason.

Unless my ears deceived me, Woody Guthrie's My Land Is Your Land kicked it off. You can barely get more political in the current climate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: SteveN on February 06, 2017, 11:00:53 AM
Went to bed at half time thinking the Falcons would stroll it and Gaga would be bobbins.  What do I know?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 06, 2017, 01:02:54 PM
Can't quite believe the Falcons fucked that up. I don't like the Patriots but can't deny it was a thriller. As it usually is when they get there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 06, 2017, 01:58:12 PM
Lady Gaga was very good at half time and thankfully kept the politics out of it.

As a Jets fan I now have another reason too hate the Patriots, the Man U of the NFL. Wankers!

She wasn't overtly political but I would suggest the songs chosen were there for a reason.

Unless my ears deceived me, Woody Guthrie's My Land Is Your Land kicked it off. You can barely get more political in the current climate.

Very bastardised version though. She only sang the first and last line, then said a quote about Liberty and Justice for all. If she had sang the Wall verse that would have been overtly political. Then she sang Born this Way. So like I said, I think she chose the songs to say things but not as overtly done as she could have been or in such a way that the people looking out for it would be able to moan about it. I mean there was no Tweet from Donald about how overrated she was.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on February 06, 2017, 04:08:55 PM
Unbelievable comeback.
Did Atlanta cock it up, or, did New England just find hyper drive?

It seemed like Atlanta just run out of steam to me.

Gaga was excellent,  too
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 06, 2017, 05:30:00 PM
Definitely an Atlanta cock-up, Nigel.

You don't give Brady a second chance, let alone a third and a fourth.   Ryan should have done anything but taken that sack when they were in field goal range late in the 4th.  That would have won the game.   Also, the third and one early in the fourth on their own 30 when he fumbled.  That had to be a run play, either get the 1st down or punt it away, could not afford to fumble there - that changed the momentum.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on February 06, 2017, 06:05:25 PM
I found it an exciting game which is good as I rarely watch American Football in any great detail. The game kept me company whilst tending to the chicken pox kid.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 07, 2017, 08:57:22 AM
I am hoping that this latest Super Bowl win will mean that Brady (who now has more wins than any other QB and the equal most for any player) and Belichick can now retire.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on February 07, 2017, 07:39:03 PM
I avoided the result all day and watched the highlights at 6. At 28-9 down with under 9 mins to go I told my wife who happened to know who'd won that NE had no chance. She knows nothing about the game but it seems nor do I !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 07, 2017, 08:45:22 PM
I am hoping that this latest Super Bowl win will mean that Brady (who now has more wins than any other QB and the equal most for any player) and Belichick can now retire.



Judging by Belichick's rallying if the crowd at the parade, he's not planning to pack it in soon.

Not sure how long the Golden Boy has left on his contract but he might want one more go at least, especially if Gronk is back next season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 07, 2017, 10:38:35 PM
Seems Brady's wife wants him to retire and he said "bad luck babe"  :'(

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on February 08, 2017, 08:20:36 AM
More success for the English then. Great stuff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 02, 2017, 08:45:26 AM
Potential British-born second round draft pick

http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/draft2017/story/_/id/18760459/how-texas-jermaine-eluemunor-crossed-ocean-england-nfl-draft
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 02, 2017, 08:54:21 AM
Potential British-born second round draft pick

http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/draft2017/story/_/id/18760459/how-texas-jermaine-eluemunor-crossed-ocean-england-nfl-draft

Supposed to be a weak Draft year for Tackles, which may improve his chances.

Of course I still count Andrew Luck as British as he spent quite a few years growing up here.... :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 02, 2017, 12:15:24 PM
Germany could also claim Andrew Luck ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 02, 2017, 01:03:32 PM
Germany could also claim Andrew Luck ;)

They've already got Moritz Boehringer!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 08, 2017, 09:50:35 PM
Cowboys are going to cut Romo
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 09, 2017, 08:40:22 AM
Cowboys are going to cut Romo

With the Broncos seeming to be the preferred suitors. I do wonder how he'd get on behind a fairly weak Offensive Line though.

Looks like Da Bears will sign QB Mike Glennon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on March 09, 2017, 03:19:42 PM
Cowboys are going to cut Romo

Bit harsh. I assume there are some Mafia connections at the club?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 27, 2017, 07:59:44 PM
Raiders move to Vegas has been approved

http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/19016323/raiders-move-las-vegas-approved-31-1?sf66140016=1
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on March 27, 2017, 08:28:35 PM
Cowboys are going to cut Romo

Suppose it was always on the cards with Dak Prescott having a great season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on March 27, 2017, 08:35:22 PM
Cowboys going for Defence strengthening.

http://www.espn.com/blog/dallas-cowboys/post/_/id/4758901/cowboys-draft-focus-looking-like-defense-only
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 27, 2017, 09:58:17 PM
 Can't blame Oakland for wanting to move from the Oakland Coliseum tbh
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 27, 2017, 10:14:05 PM
Can't blame Oakland for wanting to move from the Oakland Coliseum tbh

I've been to several baseball games in Oakland and it's fine for spectators, with loads of parking and direct access to the BART. It's the club houses and lack of suites that's the real problem
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on March 28, 2017, 07:49:47 PM
Redsox - are the 49ers looking at any decent players to bring in? I'm fed up of their shitness.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 29, 2017, 08:37:55 AM
Redsox - are the 49ers looking at any decent players to bring in? I'm fed up of their shitness.

Bears have signed more free agents than any other team and I think 49ers were 2nd or 3rd in terms of players brought in.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 29, 2017, 08:39:30 AM
Redsox - are the 49ers looking at any decent players to bring in? I'm fed up of their shitness.

I haven't paid too much attention yet to who has signed who.

I'll probably start to read up as the draft nears.

I've been spending so much time going to comedy/music gigs recently that I paid zero attention to the college season. Therefore, at the moment, I've no idea who the potential high draft picks are or what teams needs what positions
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 29, 2017, 08:48:59 AM
Some talk that the 49ers may obtain Kirk Cousins from the Redskins, presumably via a trade involving the 2nd pick of the Draft.

Ordered the Lindy's Draft Guide from Newsstand on Monday night, hoping it arrives at least a week before the actual draft at the end of April.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on March 29, 2017, 07:45:39 PM
We are desperate for a Montana Mk II...!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on March 29, 2017, 09:29:08 PM
The Bears will  beef out the Secondary with draft picks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 30, 2017, 08:32:10 AM
They all keep saying we'll pick loads of players in the Secondary, but we've already picked up 2 Corners (Prince Amukamara and Markus Cooper) and a Safety (Quintin Demps) in Free Agency.

Can see us picking maybe one player for the Secondary.

Shame the OT's are rubbish this year apparently.

We may go for a TE in the early rounds.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on March 30, 2017, 08:42:09 AM
Is it on TV in this country, the draft?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 30, 2017, 08:48:21 AM
Is it on TV in this country, the draft?

They usually show the 1st Round on Sky. Think they showed the 2nd-3rd Round last year too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 30, 2017, 01:36:54 PM
They all keep saying we'll pick loads of players in the Secondary, but we've already picked up 2 Corners (Prince Amukamara and Markus Cooper) and a Safety (Quintin Demps) in Free Agency.

Can see us picking maybe one player for the Secondary.

Shame the OT's are rubbish this year apparently.

We may go for a TE in the early rounds.

I want another Linebacker. I always want a Linebacker, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 12, 2017, 08:41:33 AM
James Laurinaitis has retired from the NFL after 8 seasons.

I mention this as his dad is the wrestler Road Warrior Animal, which is pretty cool.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 19, 2017, 11:51:35 AM
Aaron Hernandez

Apparent suicide in prison

https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/04/19/aaron-hernandez-kills-himself-prison/Hkp9wdGcZImoMBomJLMNVJ/story.html

http://www.necn.com/news/new-england/Aaron-Hernandez-Dead-Suicide-419809764.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 19, 2017, 01:08:47 PM
Aaron Hernandez

Apparent suicide in prison

https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/04/19/aaron-hernandez-kills-himself-prison/Hkp9wdGcZImoMBomJLMNVJ/story.html

http://www.necn.com/news/new-england/Aaron-Hernandez-Dead-Suicide-419809764.html

Strange that he killed himself days after being acquitted of a double homicide and saying he was "very happy". Didn't seem like the nicest person ever tbh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 23, 2017, 04:58:19 PM
Is it on TV in this country, the draft?

They usually show the 1st Round on Sky. Think they showed the 2nd-3rd Round last year too.

First Round on Sky Sports 2 from 1am on night of 27/28

Second Round on Sky Sports 2 from midnight on night of 28/29
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 23, 2017, 07:28:19 PM
Have Friday off to watch the first round, but off to Blackburn early on Saturday.

Tricky to watch the second day before going to footy.... hmmm...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 25, 2017, 01:20:19 PM
Who do you think will be the top 5 picks in the Draft then?

I'll go for:-

1) Myles Garrett DE Browns
2) Solomon Thomas DE/DT 49ers
3) Marshon Lattimore CB Bears
4) Leonard Fournette RB Jaguars
5) Titans TRADE! Mitch Trubisky QB Browns
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 25, 2017, 11:17:16 PM
Never did get round to doing my pre-draft research.

The college season completely passed me by this time
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 26, 2017, 08:36:47 AM
Hardly watch any College Football, so all my Draft opinions are from what I've read in Lindy's Draft Guide and online.

Think the 49ers are hoping someone will trade them for the 2nd Pick. That's why they're saying they may take a QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 28, 2017, 10:02:47 AM
Well I did not see that coming from Da Bears  :-[
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on April 28, 2017, 02:58:38 PM
Well I did not see that coming from Da Bears  :-[

That pick has pretty much been universally panned over here and people have come to the conclusion that it was a panic pick from a rudderless ship.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 28, 2017, 03:12:45 PM
I assumed at the time that we were moving up to get Solomon Thomas, which would have merited the draft picks.

Was gobsmacked when we went for Trubisky.

Assume 49ers said that Browns were going to trade and get him, but I think we were played.

Speaking of 49ers, they got Thomas and Foster, so must be very pleased with themselves.

Garrett, Peppers and Njoku for the Browns, which is interesting. Not 100% sold on Peppers, but he should add to their Special Teams straight away.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 23, 2017, 06:54:31 PM
Cortez Kennedy, dead at 48

Superb player

https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/syndication.bleacherreport.com/amp/2711334.amp.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on May 24, 2017, 07:29:15 AM
UK - are there any American sports games in and around orlando/Kissimmee/Tampa from June 24th - July 5th?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on May 24, 2017, 08:10:15 AM
A quick check and Tampa Bay Rays (baseball) are at home the 24th and 25th. Annoyingly, well I think so, Boston visit Tampa on the 6th so you miss that!

Orlando City are at home to Toronto in the MLS July 5th.

Kissimmee Fire Frogs (minor league baseball) are at home on the 4th and 5th.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 24, 2017, 10:34:51 AM
UK - are there any American sports games in and around orlando/Kissimmee/Tampa from June 24th - July 5th?

I see that my Research Assistant has already dealt with your query
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: peter w on May 24, 2017, 10:39:55 AM
Ta PWS - looks like I'll miss all of them. Only get in on the 24th and leave on the 5th. Won't be in kissimmee on the 4th.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 24, 2017, 08:48:36 PM
Sainsbury's seem to be selling some NFL clothes from August onwards.

https://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/c/men/NFL-t-shirts?INITD=GNav-MW-NFL#
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on July 24, 2017, 09:46:44 PM
Sainsbury's seem to be selling some NFL clothes from August onwards.

https://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/c/men/NFL-t-shirts?INITD=GNav-MW-NFL#

What, no Dallas?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 24, 2017, 10:29:17 PM
Yeah, no Bears either  :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on July 28, 2017, 12:23:02 AM
Odd selection of teams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 28, 2017, 10:24:19 PM
Just noticed there is now a second series of 'Last Chance U' on Netflix.

About a JUCO (Junior College) team who take on talented American Footballers who tend to have been in trouble with the law at other places.

Quite a few of the players who go there have ended up on the NFL, I think including LaGarrette Blount and Jarran Reed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 07, 2017, 08:20:29 PM
Staying in a hotel near Charing Cross train and tube stations in October, for the Browns v Vikings game.

Thinking the best way to get to Twickenham is the Northern Line to Waterloo then a train to Twickenham. Doesn't look like you can get a train from Charing Croos tube station to there.

Is there anything exciting in Charing Cross; pubs, theatres, cinemas, etc?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 10, 2017, 10:38:02 PM
Charing Cross is just a few minutes walk from Leicester Square, so you're close to loads of entertainment
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 11, 2017, 12:29:09 PM
Ta UKR.

Trubisky apparently looked like the new Aaron Rodgers in Preseason against the Broncos. Hoping we are patient and don't just chuck him straight in during the regular season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 11, 2017, 12:48:19 PM
Depending on the weather and how much walking you're prepared to do, you could take the District Line to Richmond and walk from there (I think that buses might be laid on)

http://www.london-tubemap.com/

We're coming in from the west by car, so I've booked parking again at Nelson Primary School
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on August 13, 2017, 09:17:08 AM
Ezekiel Elliot suspended for 6 games for domestic abuse (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-40903790)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 28, 2017, 08:29:13 PM
The NFL has had some brilliantly named players but this us taking it to a whole new level

http://www.espn.co.uk/blog/new-york-jets/post/_/id/70736/armagedon-coming-to-the-jets-wait-hes-already-here
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 02, 2017, 11:38:46 PM
NFL Roster cuts from 90 to 53 today. No huge shocks from the ones I've heard from the Bears so far.

TJ Ward cut by the Broncos.

Dorsett traded from Colts to Patriots for Jacoby Brissett. Strange one, dare I say that the Colts have got the better end of the deal?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 04, 2017, 08:06:01 AM
No real surprises week 1 in College Football. Looks like usual suspects will dominate once more. Though are we allowed to stop laughing at the Longhorns?

Big week next week with OU at Ohio State and Clemson/Auburn.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2017, 08:09:21 AM
No real surprises week 1 in College Football. Looks like usual suspects will dominate once more. Though are we allowed to stop laughing at the Longhorns?

Big week next week with OU at Ohio State and Clemson/Auburn.


Well........apart from the game that's been called the biggest upset in the history of college football

http://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/20555460/howard-stuns-unlv-biggest-point-spread-upset-college-football-history
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 04, 2017, 05:55:04 PM
No real surprises week 1 in College Football. Looks like usual suspects will dominate once more. Though are we allowed to stop laughing at the Longhorns?

Big week next week with OU at Ohio State and Clemson/Auburn.


Well........apart from the game that's been called the biggest upset in the history of college football

http://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/20555460/howard-stuns-unlv-biggest-point-spread-upset-college-football-history

Ha ha fair point and I had read that before posting as well. Added to the Baylor result I suppose that was a bit FA Cup 3rd round day.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on September 04, 2017, 07:10:08 PM
Staying in a hotel near Charing Cross train and tube stations in October, for the Browns v Vikings game.

Thinking the best way to get to Twickenham is the Northern Line to Waterloo then a train to Twickenham. Doesn't look like you can get a train from Charing Croos tube station to there.

Is there anything exciting in Charing Cross; pubs, theatres, cinemas, etc?

The Ship and Shovell is alright. 5 minute walk to Embankment and then take your pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 05, 2017, 02:31:18 PM
Have my draft board ready for tonight and quite excited about it.

They should do a football version of it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 10, 2017, 11:19:01 PM
College football - massive win for OU at OSU and Clemson dug out a hard fought win at Auburn. Other than that not much of interest.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2017, 12:42:57 AM
Two fucking drops in the last twenty seconds. Either would've won us the game. Every sodding team I support...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 11, 2017, 01:03:35 AM
Two fucking drops in the last twenty seconds. Either would've won us the game. Every sodding team I support...

Should have been a Packers fan then  ;)

Good win for Green Bay despite the offence not firing for much of the game. It would be no surprise if the AFC championship game was a Packers vs Seahawks repeat
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2017, 01:08:29 AM
Two fucking drops in the last twenty seconds. Either would've won us the game. Every sodding team I support...

Should have been a Packers fan then  ;)

Good win for Green Bay despite the offence not firing for much of the game. It would be no surprise if the AFC championship game was a Packers vs Seahawks repeat

I'll be happy to bet that neither team makes the AFC Championship Game...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 11, 2017, 01:59:32 AM
Two fucking drops in the last twenty seconds. Either would've won us the game. Every sodding team I support...

Should have been a Packers fan then  ;)

Good win for Green Bay despite the offence not firing for much of the game. It would be no surprise if the AFC championship game was a Packers vs Seahawks repeat

I'll be happy to bet that neither team makes the AFC Championship Game...

They are both THAT good  ;D

Maybe they'll have to settle for the NFC game instead
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2017, 12:37:08 PM
Highly encouraging start by the Bears. Rookie Tarik Cohen got nearly 150 yards from scrimmage, eclipsing Howard, which is some feat.

We kept last year's top scoring offence in NFL TO 20 points and could have won the game at the end.

On the down side Kevin White broke his collarbone and is out for the season, meaning we already have our top 2 WRs out for the season. It was probably the weakest area on our roster anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2017, 06:53:51 PM
Can we still acquire players?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2017, 08:59:09 PM
Can we still acquire players?

Think you can for about the first 6 weeks or so.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 12, 2017, 08:49:20 AM
NFL trade deadline is 31 Oct
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 14, 2017, 11:37:11 PM
Mike Daniels was brilliant for the Packers last Sunday. If he plays like that every week, he'll have some season. The defence looked really solid throughout and for however long it lasts, we've got our key WR's fit. Got to protect Rodgers better though. Love seeing Rodgers catch the opposition offside and getting a free throw.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 15, 2017, 01:02:30 AM
Mike Daniels was brilliant for the Packers last Sunday. If he plays like that every week, he'll have some season. The defence looked really solid throughout and for however long it lasts, we've got our key WR's fit. Got to protect Rodgers better though. Love seeing Rodgers catch the opposition offside and getting a free throw.


We won't be playing a defence as brilliant as Seattle each week, so I think the offensive line will be fine going forward
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 16, 2017, 10:23:05 PM
I would expect so, it's just keeping everyone fit. Bloody tough game tomorrow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 18, 2017, 06:28:10 PM
Going to be a long season for Da Bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 18, 2017, 08:14:34 PM
Steelers and Packers next, easy peasy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 21, 2017, 10:22:55 PM
Bears are playing next Thursday night. Does this mean we'll have a Colour Rush outfit?

I fear an all-orange abomination.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on September 22, 2017, 08:10:16 AM
Going to be an interesting season.
Before it started Id go with Kansas City v Atlanta for the Super Bowl. Although I'd love Dallas to get there again.

Osi and Jason have mentioned Tampa Bay as possibles, which is interesting.

On a side note, what a fantastic new stadium for Atlanta!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 22, 2017, 08:39:51 AM
Ever so slight spoiler alert:-

Rams @ 49ers was a classic
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 24, 2017, 07:49:02 PM
Marcus Brown for the Bears against the Steelers.

Quite unbelievable!

Memories of Leon Lett for the Cowboys in the SB. 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 24, 2017, 10:01:31 PM
Marcus Cooper; Mike Brown would never have done something so stupid.

That game was hell, thought we'd never get over the line.

Well done Bears though, arguably deserved to beat the Falcons, then were dreadful against the Buccaneers.

Another easy one next; Packers on a Thursday night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 24, 2017, 10:06:11 PM
Marcus Cooper; Mike Brown would never have done something so stupid.

That game was hell, thought we'd never get over the line.

Well done Bears though, arguably deserved to beat the Falcons, then were dreadful against the Buccaneers.

Another easy one next; Packers on a Thursday night.

Wouldn't worry bout that one too much. Packers have accumulated so many injuries already this season they may struggle to get a team on the field
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 24, 2017, 10:28:46 PM
And the fact the Packers are currently playing like a bunch of cnuts
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on September 26, 2017, 11:58:03 PM
Just watching NFL This Week on BBC2. Great speech by the one guy about the NFL-Trump standoff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: purpletrousers on September 27, 2017, 06:42:25 PM
Just watching NFL This Week on BBC2. Great speech by the one guy about the NFL-Trump standoff.

Just saw this online @ http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/41412767
Quite right.
And the killer, for all the owners coming out in solidarity, no one has hired Colin Kaepernick...
Good analysis in the speech about him risking his livelihood. They should be building statues of him not blackballing him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2017, 01:46:16 PM
Having missed last weekend do to PsychFest, I'll be at the game at Wemberleee on Subday.

Is anyone else going ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 01, 2017, 08:45:21 PM
Just watching NFL This Week on BBC2. Great speech by the one guy about the NFL-Trump standoff.

Just saw this online @ http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/41412767
Quite right.
And the killer, for all the owners coming out in solidarity, no one has hired Colin Kaepernick...
Good analysis in the speech about him risking his livelihood. They should be building statues of him not blackballing him.

It's amazing no one's going near Kaepernick. He was one of the best QB's around a few years ago. I wouldn't mind him as a back-up to Rodgers but the guy should really be first choice somewhere.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 02, 2017, 09:38:01 AM
The Dolphins could have pick Kap up but they chose to tempt Jay Cutler out of retirement.  ::)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2017, 11:11:29 AM
Anyone going to either or the Twickers games ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 06, 2017, 03:07:12 PM
Anyone going to either or the Twickers games ?

Just curious if you are hearing anything on what the goal is here with all these games in London?  Is it pure marketing of the game in other continents, or are they genuinely considering putting a franchise over there?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 06, 2017, 03:32:07 PM
I think they've said they plan to have a franchise here in the 2020s.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 06, 2017, 11:19:42 PM
Anyone going to either or the Twickers games ?

Will be at the Browns Vikings matchup.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 07, 2017, 08:32:25 PM
Bloody hell, OU turned over by the Cyclones at home, that’s the CFP gone.....again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 07, 2017, 09:30:42 PM
The details

http://www.espn.co.uk/blog/big12/post/_/id/120765/oklahomas-playoff-hopes-take-blow-with-stunning-loss-to-iowa-state
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 07, 2017, 09:41:13 PM
The details

http://www.espn.co.uk/blog/big12/post/_/id/120765/oklahomas-playoff-hopes-take-blow-with-stunning-loss-to-iowa-state

Mayfield Heismann chances.......zero.

OU just don’t seem to be able to get any type of defence strategy going and offensively they’ve lost all their running and decent wide receivers last year. Back to the drawing board....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 07, 2017, 09:58:55 PM
The details

http://www.espn.co.uk/blog/big12/post/_/id/120765/oklahomas-playoff-hopes-take-blow-with-stunning-loss-to-iowa-state

Mayfield Heismann chances.......zero.

OU just don’t seem to be able to get any type of defence strategy going and offensively they’ve lost all their running and decent wide receivers last year. Back to the drawing board....

Oh and the MikeStoopsOut hashtag makes a welcome return.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 08, 2017, 04:43:59 PM
I’m outside the AT&T Stadium right now waiting my first Packers game. It’s different here of course, that tailgate party thing is going on and it’s still 5 hours until kick off, lots of different music and booze everywhere. There’s more Packers fans around than I thought as well.

Overall I prefer Burton away😉

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2017, 07:23:24 PM
My friend Kiwi* will be at the Packers @ Cowboys game as well. Be sure to say hello if you see her :)

*Yes, that is her real name
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 09, 2017, 01:13:14 AM
My friend Kiwi* will be at the Packers @ Cowboys game as well. Be sure to say hello if you see her :)

*Yes, that is her real name

Kiwi will have seen a belter of a game!!

This Aaron Rodgers chap looks like he has a bit of potential.........
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2017, 05:57:06 PM
Had a message from Kiwi this morning saying that she’s in Paris (France rather than Texas), so it looks like she missed the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2017, 08:07:22 PM
OBJ and JJW both out for the season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2017, 08:46:16 PM
OBJ was in my fantasy team too.

Mitch’s debut tonight!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2017, 09:49:55 PM
Wasn’t Mitchell Trubisky the name of one of the cops in West Side Story :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2017, 06:10:18 PM
Mike Ditka is a fecking idiot

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/ct-ditka-20171010-story.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 11, 2017, 07:16:22 PM
Agreed. Great coach, horrific politics.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 11, 2017, 07:26:44 PM
Watched a program, about the Bears, on Sky Sports Mix.
Came across as a bit of an 'All about Me' chap.

A couple of the player were saying that they had been offered a TV commercial, they told Ditka and he said they couldn't do it.
A week later they watched TV and guess who was doing the commercial they'd been offered? Yes, Ditka!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2017, 06:42:58 PM
Aaron Rodgers.....uh oh
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: exiled on the wirral! on October 15, 2017, 06:47:36 PM
Hundley hasnt made the most promising of starts..
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: exiled on the wirral! on October 15, 2017, 07:00:24 PM
He is in the game now Go Packers!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2017, 08:13:02 PM
Confirmed broken collar bone for Rodgers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on October 15, 2017, 10:22:35 PM
It's amazing no one's going near Kaepernick. He was one of the best QB's around a few years ago. I wouldn't mind him as a back-up to Rodgers but the guy should really be first choice somewhere.

Might it happen now?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 16, 2017, 01:01:43 AM
Good decision by the officials not to throw a flag on the Rodgers injury play. I mean the tackle was only about 10 seconds late.....

That's the season over for the Packers. Obviously gutting as a Packers fan, but gutting for all American football fans as it's best player by miles is now out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on October 16, 2017, 01:10:10 AM
Good decision by the officials not to throw a flag on the Rodgers injury play. I mean the tackle was only about 10 seconds late.....

That's the season over for the Packers. Obviously gutting as a Packers fan, but gutting for all American football fans as it's best player by miles is now out.

That tackle was so late it was in the next fucking time zone - oh well, never mind....the NFL protected the Patriots (again) today - that's all that matters.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 16, 2017, 12:48:04 PM
I was surprised it didn’t draw a flag. To be fair to Huntley, I’m guessing he hadn’t practised with the first team offence and had to enter unexpectedly. Would have had 2 TD passes, but for a poor drop.

Bears win. Can still sweep the AFC North! Our Defence was brilliant, shame our special teams conceded 2 TDs to keep the Ravens in it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 16, 2017, 01:06:07 PM
Hopefully there'll be a minute's applause at Twickenham on Sunday for Kevin Cadle
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 16, 2017, 07:17:04 PM
I've only just seen that about Kevin Cadle. Very sad, he was the man man on Sky for the NFL for quite some time.

Didn't realise he was 62, he looked younger than that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2017, 11:31:21 AM
A review of each team's backup QB options

http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/page/32for32x171017/nfl-quarterback-dropoff-meter-rating-all-32-backup-qb-situations
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2017, 11:09:16 AM
I wasn't expecting the Raiders to get anything from last night's game. A real bonus

http://www.espn.com/nfl/game?gameId=400951571
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 20, 2017, 12:34:06 PM
0.00 seconds on the clock when the play started and the Raiders got the winning TD, so I assume there was a flag against the Chiefs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 20, 2017, 12:43:52 PM
0.00 seconds on the clock when the play started and the Raiders got the winning TD, so I assume there was a flag against the Chiefs.

TWICE !!!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/41693717

Brilliant throw from Carr to Crabtree for the TD. No chance of the DB getting to the ball
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 20, 2017, 12:45:19 PM
0.00 seconds on the clock when the play started and the Raiders got the winning TD, so I assume there was a flag against the Chiefs.

TWICE !!!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/41693717

Brilliant throw from Carr to Crabtree for the TD. No chance of the DB getting to the ball

Brilliant for my fantasy team (Crabtree had done nothing up until then).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 22, 2017, 09:41:05 PM
Back to back wins for Da Bears! Imagine how good we would be if we ever scored any offensive touchdowns.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 22, 2017, 10:00:28 PM
Think the Packers could realistically not win another game this year. They look absolutely terrible without Rodgers there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2017, 12:07:15 AM
Cards @ Rams at HQ was pretty dire fare. Especially after Palmer left the game injured.

At least the alternative route out that via the A316 ampnd M3 worked great. Back home before midnight
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 23, 2017, 08:19:47 AM
Cards @ Rams at HQ was pretty dire fare. Especially after Palmer left the game injured.

At least the alternative route out that via the A316 ampnd M3 worked great. Back home before midnight

Felt a bit sorry for the Cardinals fans, to not even have a field goal to cheer. Thought Rams would win, but not by that much.

Bears Defence hasn’t given up a TD in the last 2 games (Ravens TDs were from Special Teams).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2017, 11:58:15 AM
At the start of the game, the majority of the stadium as cheering for the Cards (despite the PS announcer keeping on about it being a Rams home game).

However, as the match progress and it was evident that the Cards were dire, the Rams support was more vocal. However, it should be said that the Rams weren't brilliant either.

Two very poor teams really.

Best news was that there was no successful 'Wave'.

Bad news was that the FKW who wore the full Washington outfit last year was back again. Even worse news was that this time he was FKW'd as a Washington Cheerleader  ::)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 24, 2017, 09:07:55 PM
The Eagles look like the most complete team in the NFL so far this season. Very impressive on Offence and Defence.

Get to see the Browns (sans Thomas) against the Vikings next week. I fear it will be as competitive as the Cardinals Rams game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 25, 2017, 08:13:59 AM
Agree, Eagles look very strong. Watched a couple of long highlights of their games on Sky Sports Mix.
Two good QB's on show this eve, Wentz (Eagles) and Cousins (Redskins)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 29, 2017, 08:02:32 PM
Sorry to interrupt, another few shocks in the college games not least Ohio State beating the Nittany Lions and Iowa State doing a job on TCU. SEC looking strong as usual. CFP rankings out Tuesday should be interesting with so few no defeat teams, can’t see Wisconsin being top 4 despite the 0.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 30, 2017, 12:41:33 PM

Get to see the Browns (sans Thomas) against the Vikings next week. I fear it will be as competitive as the Cardinals Rams game.

First three Quarters were pretty good but then it was Cleveland being Cleveland
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 30, 2017, 06:53:45 PM
Started well and up until partway through the 3rd Quarter, it was an even contest.

Didn’t help that the Browns have a blind kicker.

I was surprised that the Vikings pass rush didn’t do more.

Every time Keenum did a play action he seemed to have forever to throw the ball (usually to the RB). I am hoping the Bears have noticed this, as we still have to play the Browns this season (and the 49ers).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 31, 2017, 11:01:04 AM
Pats have traded Jimmy Garoppolo to the 49ers.

Seems strange that Billy B has traded away both backup QBs with the last two months


http://www.espn.com/blog/boston/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4807489/patriots-are-all-in-with-40-year-old-tom-brady-as-their-qb-of-future
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 01, 2017, 12:36:04 PM
Was more surprised to see Ajayi join Crystal Palace.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: muelyvilla82 on November 01, 2017, 04:26:21 PM
Can't believe we traded Ajayi for only a 4th round pick
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 02, 2017, 10:26:05 AM
Seems like the Trump-voting Cheeseheads made a late bid to take Hoyer, so their claim that they weren't interested in Kaepernick because they were happy with their choice of QBs has been exposed as a bunch of lies.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on November 02, 2017, 11:17:03 AM
Fly Eagles Fly
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 05, 2017, 06:41:22 PM
Bedlam lived up to its name! Bad defeats for the Buckeyes and Nittany Lions with Big 10 liable not to make the CFP. Other than that, as you were.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 07, 2017, 05:01:08 AM
If anyone was in any doubt that Rodgers is easily the best player in the NFL, then the disgrace the Packers are without him will surely put those doubts to bed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 07, 2017, 06:41:32 PM
He's brilliant. I thought when Favre went, you might at least have a few years of knowing what it's like to watch Bears QBs over the years... and then Rodgers comes along and is much better.

I don't think Green Bay fans can really complain too much though, after one major injury in the position in the last two decades.

Maybe if you had a better backup you'd be more of a threat? There's a bloke who led his team to a Super Bowl currently without a team...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 07, 2017, 07:02:25 PM
Can’t see Jim Plunkett joining the Packers ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 08, 2017, 07:51:34 PM
Watched the Packers game and your Defence was dreadful. Hundley did okay, played it safe really.

Our DL is better so should pressure him more on Sunday, but also I think your Defence will play better against the run than it does against the pass.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 12, 2017, 07:52:50 PM
https://deadspin.com/stefon-diggs-flagged-for-pretending-to-be-a-plane-and-j-1820375153/amp
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 12, 2017, 10:37:02 PM
Fox better be sacked in the morning.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on November 14, 2017, 05:34:08 PM
Request for photos from Soldier Field reminded me of a funny, Villa-related, NFL story:

Years ago (mid 80s) when Dave Wangerin (Elfmeter, When Saturday Comes, etc) moved to Brum, when people heard he was from Chicago he was always being asked if he knew Refrigerator Perry. After being asked so often & seeing so many disappointed faces when he'd say "No" - he just decided to start saying "Yes" and that they were at Uni together etc - he made loads of new friends lol
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 17, 2017, 01:56:16 PM
If you have Antonio Brown on your fantasy team, you are a happy person this morning :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 19, 2017, 08:33:27 PM
Tennis on two different channels and no Redzone. What the fuck?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on November 20, 2017, 01:10:43 AM
Redzone was on through the red button, I was watching it :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on November 21, 2017, 05:13:01 AM
Seahawks Falcons game tonight was a good one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on November 26, 2017, 07:34:02 PM
Awful first half from the Bears surely it's time for Fox to go
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on November 26, 2017, 08:39:25 PM
Blimey, Dallas took a thumping from the Chargers  :(

Noticed this week Detroit haven't a helmet logo
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 26, 2017, 10:58:39 PM
Awful first half from the Bears surely it's time for Fox to go

I never understand why the NFL tends to wait for "Black Monday" to fire coaches when they are clearly dead men walking. I would rather have the new HC installed for the tail end of this season so that he can identify which players he wants to work with and which need replacing, rather than starting from scratch in the off season.

Regardless, he won't be at Soldier Field next year unless he buys a ticket.

Nigel - the Lions were wearing a "throwback" uniform inspired by their 1930s teams, hence no helmet logo.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: BePrepared on November 27, 2017, 06:21:14 PM
ANyone catch the fight between Aqib Talib and Micheal Crabtree? Talib ripped his chain of, AGAIN. This guys is just an arse https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/aqib-talib-rips-off-michael-crabtrees-chain-again-both-players-ejected-after-fight/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 27, 2017, 09:45:26 PM
College Football - well as Alabama and Miami both decided to lose I’m going Clemson, OU, Wisconsin, Georgia as my 1-4 picks for CFP tomorrow night. Perm Auburn/Alabama/Miami/OSU for 5-8.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 27, 2017, 10:21:44 PM
ANyone catch the fight between Aqib Talib and Micheal Crabtree? Talib ripped his chain of, AGAIN. This guys is just an arse https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/aqib-talib-rips-off-michael-crabtrees-chain-again-both-players-ejected-after-fight/

He’s a total arse, I had Crabtree in my fantasy team ;-(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2017, 09:56:55 AM
Two game ban for Talib and Crabtree.

That's very harsh by NFL standards
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 29, 2017, 08:13:43 AM
New York Football Giants bench Eli Manning
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 29, 2017, 12:34:06 PM
New York Football Giants bench Eli Manning

Their Offensive Line has been gash this year, think any QB will struggle for them. Sure Geno will do amazingly though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: BePrepared on November 29, 2017, 09:54:52 PM
I can't believe the gave Crabtree the same ban as Talib. Damn you Goodell!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 30, 2017, 09:41:05 PM
If you have Antonio Brown on your fantasy team, you are a happy person this morning :-)

Forgot to post: rinse and repeat for this week!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 03, 2017, 09:56:00 PM
College Football - Jesus Christ,  Bama so so lucky getting into the playoffs without any big wins over top 25 teams and losing to Auburn who finished below them.

Agree with the other 3 though.

What a Champ game though between UCF and Memphis, just brilliant.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 04, 2017, 07:30:05 AM
Bears lose at home to the 49ers. Think John Fox and our Offensive Coordinator will both go at the end of the season.

Browns have Josh Gordon and Coleman back off IR. Wouldn’t be amazed if they get their only win of the season against us.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 04, 2017, 03:14:07 PM
They'll beat us, Green Bay and Pittsburgh reserves in their last game, I reckon. Bears, 49ers and Browns all finish 3-13 and we get first pick by virtue of having lost to the other two.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 10, 2017, 06:50:35 PM
Classic weather for Colts @ Bills
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 10, 2017, 08:07:28 PM
Watched the NFL Show 'Atlanta special' for their game vrs New Orleans.
Have to say what a fantastic stadium
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 12, 2017, 03:32:42 PM
Surprise loss for the Pats last night, doesn't really matter though as it all comes down to next weekend vs Pittsburgh for the AFC title/home field advantage.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 12, 2017, 08:58:10 PM
Always nice to see the Pats lose though.

Mad to say about a team with so many wins and incredible players on Offence, but the Steelers really don’t convince me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 14, 2017, 04:29:25 PM
Always nice to see the Pats lose though.

Mad to say about a team with so many wins and incredible players on Offence, but the Steelers really don’t convince me.

Me either!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 18, 2017, 10:50:35 AM
What a game!  Steelers only have themselves to blame, should have won.  Still hate the Patriots.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 18, 2017, 10:55:07 AM
What a game!  Steelers only have themselves to blame, should have won.  Still hate the Patriots.

Excellent game, hope Brown’s injury isn’t too serious. Felt like the Steelers pulled out all the stops and still came up just short. Bryant was brilliant.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 18, 2017, 12:14:29 PM
Judging from my nephew's rants this morning, it sounds like the NFL's match fixing machine was set to maximum yesterday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2017, 11:37:29 PM
Thank Christ. Bears don’t become the only team to lose to the Browns.

Looks like they will lose every game, as they play the Steelers last.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 25, 2017, 10:47:53 AM
Niners on a roll!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 01, 2018, 10:41:10 AM
Hard to see who can stop Patriots.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 01, 2018, 12:16:49 PM
Looks like Gruden is heading back to the Raiders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 01, 2018, 12:18:46 PM
Hard to see who can stop Patriots.

In the AFC, certainly. However, I could see the Vikings beating them in the SB

I don't think that the Eagles are a threat without Wentz
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 01, 2018, 01:54:26 PM
It may all be history but Minnesota don't do winning Superbowls. Or getting to them for that matter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 01, 2018, 02:44:13 PM
Fox gone, finally. I'd have sacked him after the Green Bay disgrace.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 01, 2018, 09:43:48 PM
It may all be history but Minnesota don't do winning Superbowls. Or getting to them for that matter.

Vikings v Bills in the SB would be great :,
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 01, 2018, 10:10:59 PM
It may all be history but Minnesota don't do winning Superbowls. Or getting to them for that matter.

Vikings v Bills in the SB would be great :,

Pretty much anyone other than the Patriots in the Super Bowl is fine by me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 02, 2018, 01:33:25 AM
Sooners Bulldogs a cracker!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 02, 2018, 08:21:34 AM
Sooners Bulldogs a cracker!

All SEC clash for the title
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 02, 2018, 09:25:43 PM
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Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 03, 2018, 03:09:31 PM
Hard to see who can stop Patriots.

In the AFC, certainly. However, I could see the Vikings beating them in the SB

I don't think that the Eagles are a threat without Wentz

Steelers will get revenge.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 09, 2018, 01:26:07 PM
Alabama defeats Georgia in OT to win National Championship.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2018, 04:48:12 PM
Divisional round this weekend - who do you have?  (mine are in bold)

NFC:
Falcons @ Eagles
Saints @ Vikings

AFC:
Titans @ Patriots
Jaguars @ Steelers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 09, 2018, 04:55:18 PM
Falcons, Saints, Cheats, Jags.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 09, 2018, 05:55:54 PM
Falcons, Aints, ******, Stillers

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2018, 06:55:00 PM
Falcons, Vikings, Brady Bunch, Jags

Just got a feeling about the Jags

Vikes v Pats in the SB, with Vikes becoming first team to play in and then win the SB in their home stadium
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 09, 2018, 09:13:10 PM
Falcons, Saints, Patriots and Jaguars.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2018, 09:28:05 PM
Gruden is officially back at the Raiders

http://www.espn.co.uk/blog/oakland-raiders/post/_/id/20837/how-the-raiders-welcomed-back-jon-gruden-updates-from-the-scene
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 10, 2018, 12:12:30 PM
I'm going Falcons, Vikings, Patriots, Steelers.

Rematch of last year's superbowl but the Falcons don't get close this time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 10, 2018, 01:35:34 PM
Falcons, Vikings, Patriots, Steelers

Patriots v Vikings Superbowl.

Vikings to win a war of attrition.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2018, 10:00:33 PM
Raiders playing over here UK Redsox. Although Eagles @ Jaguars is the one I want to go to.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 11, 2018, 10:20:55 PM
Raiders playing over here UK Redsox. Although Eagles @ Jaguars is the one I want to go to.

Having been to all but one of the regular season London games, I’m looking to cut back.

I’ll be going to the Raiders game but I’ve already done a deal to sell my PHL @ JAX ticket.

Not sure yet what I’ll do about TEN @ LAC.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 11, 2018, 11:05:00 PM
Jags is the best game to go to. Was looking forward to it until I realised I'd have to go with my brother.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 12, 2018, 07:37:10 PM
Divisional round this weekend - who do you have?  (mine are in bold)

NFC:
Falcons @ Eagles
Saints @ Vikings

AFC:
Titans @ Patriots
Jaguars @ Steelers

Hard to disagree with those choices.
I cant see the Tennessee  beating New England. Saying that I couldn't see them beating Kansas City (If Kelce hadn't gone off I don't think they would have)
I think the other three are pretty hard to call and could go either way.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 14, 2018, 02:20:53 AM
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 14, 2018, 09:03:26 AM
Fair to say none of us saw the Eagles doing it so well done to them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 14, 2018, 05:37:19 PM
I wore my Philly t-shirt yesterday, must be a lucky charm.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Woofles The Wonder Dog on January 14, 2018, 07:28:55 PM
I watched the first half of the Eagles game last night - probably the first concentrated viewing of a game since I lived there in the 80s.

Two thoughts:

- How easy it was to become re-absorbed into the game and tactics. That was wonderful, even though I knew no-one.
- How incredibly tiresome the breaks in action were. I was used to it in those days (no choice really).

Was also reminded that I went to an Eagles game that was one of the first (if not the first) starts for Randall Cunningham at Quarterback. I lived in semi-rural Delaware (Dover) and the general opinion of my work mates was that Cunningham would crash and burn, as a black man wouldn’t have the tactical nous and coolness of thought to be a Quarterback. NB The local radio played mostly Country...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on January 14, 2018, 07:33:43 PM
Massive td for steelers there, badly needed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 14, 2018, 08:36:47 PM
JAX stretch the lead back to two scores

Scott “RedZone” Hanson in studio on Sky
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 15, 2018, 01:11:52 AM
Wow.

What an end to the Vikings vs Saints game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 15, 2018, 01:14:21 AM
Would've won Ł156 if Saints had won.

It's fair to say I didn't enjoy that last play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 15, 2018, 06:10:59 PM
That non tackle will haunt that Saints player for the rest of his career you’d think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 15, 2018, 07:54:26 PM
Sensational games yesterday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: SteveN on January 15, 2018, 08:27:39 PM
That non tackle will haunt that Saints player for the rest of his career you’d think.

Just seen that on You Tube, he just seemed to roll under the Viking's player when all he had to do was bundle him into touch.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 16, 2018, 07:35:44 AM
That non tackle will haunt that Saints player for the rest of his career you’d think.

Just seen that on You Tube, he just seemed to roll under the Viking's player when all he had to do was bundle him into touch.

He went for the 'Big Hit' he arrived way to early and completely f**ked it up.
Let's not take any credit from the catcher. Kept his focus with the game in his hands.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2018, 10:06:00 AM
Pats v Vikes is still on for the Superbowl but based on what I've seen so far in the playoffs, I'm now leaning towards a B&B victory
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2018, 12:41:37 PM
NFC Championship should hopefully be a close game.

If the Jaguars can get pressure on Brady and not turn the ball over needlessly, then they have chance.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 16, 2018, 12:48:56 PM
NFC Championship starting even later than the Super Bowl. Wankers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 16, 2018, 05:28:20 PM
NFC Championship should hopefully be a close game.

If the Jaguars can get pressure on Brady and not turn the ball over needlessly, then they have chance.

I don't think you can write off the Jags. Their defence has been fantastic of late (didn't see Steelers game, though)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 19, 2018, 04:13:27 PM
The referee selected for the Superb Owl is as hated as Howard Webb & Mike Dean - sounds like he's as bent too.

He's called Gene Steratore
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 19, 2018, 08:41:30 PM
The referee selected for the Superb Owl is as hated as Howard Webb & Mike Dean - sounds like he's as bent too.

He's called Gene Steratore

Not even going to try and think of anything funny, but, I'm sure there will be a couple of pun anoraks who will  ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on January 20, 2018, 10:49:36 AM
The referee selected for the Superb Owl is as hated as Howard Webb & Mike Dean - sounds like he's as bent too.

He's called Gene Steratore

Is one of his colleagues called Superb Gibbon?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 20, 2018, 08:36:10 PM
The referee selected for the Superb Owl is as hated as Howard Webb & Mike Dean - sounds like he's as bent too.

He's called Gene Steratore

Not even going to try and think of anything funny, but, I'm sure there will be a couple of pun anoraks who will  ;)

It’s a piss-take because IIRC  the NFL prohibits the mention of the big game’s name on radio unless you pay a licensing fee or summat
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 21, 2018, 07:38:13 PM
I’ve been into The NFL since we started getting it on telly but never really picked up on a team until a couple of years ago when I started following the Packers.

I took the chance during the international break to watch them play at Dallas. What a game it was, I was lucky enough to see a classic Aaron Rodgers game winning drive and the whole atmosphere at the stadium was terrific (nothing will ever beat VP on a big day mind).

Being a new arrival to the sport I had no idea of the rivalries that exist between the teams. The anxiety on Packers Fan sites being shown at the chance that the Vikings might get to and host a Super Bowl, never mind win it, is similar to how we felt when B’lose fluked us out of the league cup and somehow went on to win it.

The week after I went to Dallas the Vikings destroyed the Packers season by taking out Aaron Rodgers with a dirty late challenge and in the eyes of many Packers fans have, because of this, stolen our play off place. Being a relative novice to the sport I would venture to suggest that perhaps a team shouldn’t rely entirely on one player so much but that would be being disloyal to my new team and it’s fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 21, 2018, 09:16:00 PM
Anyone else enjoying the first half of Pats v Jags so far?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 21, 2018, 09:21:35 PM
Anyone else enjoying the first half of Pats v Jags so far?

Yes. I've enjoyed watching Jacksonville this season, hoping they can dump the Pats out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 21, 2018, 09:33:33 PM
Good game so far, pity about the late score though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 21, 2018, 09:37:22 PM
Momentum shift at the end of the half there. Pats by 20.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 21, 2018, 09:53:13 PM
Momentum shift at the end of the half there. Pats by 20.

I think it will be closer than that. Less than a score either way.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: garyshawsknee on January 21, 2018, 09:59:49 PM
Jeff on the Sky panel always reminds me of an aging rock star, like the cousin of David Lee Roth.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 21, 2018, 10:13:30 PM
When Jags win you can thank me. I took 2.13 for Pats to win by less than 7 at half time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on January 21, 2018, 10:32:57 PM
20-17. Just have that horrible feelings those pricks are going to come back to win
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 21, 2018, 10:41:51 PM
On this coming drive.

I'm afraid the Jags have run out of gas.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 21, 2018, 10:42:38 PM
20-17. Just have that horrible feelings those pricks are going to come back to win

Yep, 20-24 after this next drive coming up.

I think though that Garth Crooks would admire Tom Brady. No fancy hairstyle for him, the hall of famer looks like he cuts his own hair.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 21, 2018, 10:49:25 PM
JAX ragged at the moment
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on January 21, 2018, 10:54:27 PM
There it is. Cornality levels of inevitability about that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: garyshawsknee on January 21, 2018, 10:55:17 PM
Bollocks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on January 21, 2018, 11:03:37 PM
JAX ragged at the moment

How many times have we seen it where a side, usually the underdog does so well for so long and then becomes incredibly nervous and conservative to see out the game against the better opponent? It’s Villa vs Man U all over again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Toronto Villa on January 21, 2018, 11:05:18 PM
And there it is. All over
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 21, 2018, 11:05:25 PM
Bollocks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 21, 2018, 11:06:19 PM
And there's the first down to seal it.

Still at least I'm a couple of hundred kroner up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 22, 2018, 06:48:58 AM
"Jaguars not alone in noticing the Patriots had just one penalty in AFC championship game"

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2018/01/22/jaguars-not-alone-in-noticing-the-patriots-had-just-one-penalty-in-afc-championship-game/?utm_term=.42dcfee4ded7 (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2018/01/22/jaguars-not-alone-in-noticing-the-patriots-had-just-one-penalty-in-afc-championship-game/?utm_term=.42dcfee4ded7)


      "According to NFL Research, the single flag thrown on the Patriots Sunday made for the lowest total for one team in a playoff contest since the 2011 AFC championship game, when the Patriots also had just one penalty while defeating the Ravens."


Cheating ******
 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 22, 2018, 06:54:58 AM
Fly Motherfucking Eagles Fly

https://www.si.com/nfl/2018/01/21/eagles-vikings-nick-foles-nfc-championship-game-super-bowl-52
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: garyshawsknee on January 22, 2018, 07:38:46 AM
"Jaguars not alone in noticing the Patriots had just one penalty in AFC championship game"

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2018/01/22/jaguars-not-alone-in-noticing-the-patriots-had-just-one-penalty-in-afc-championship-game/?utm_term=.42dcfee4ded7 (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2018/01/22/jaguars-not-alone-in-noticing-the-patriots-had-just-one-penalty-in-afc-championship-game/?utm_term=.42dcfee4ded7)


      "According to NFL Research, the single flag thrown on the Patriots Sunday made for the lowest total for one team in a playoff contest since the 2011 AFC championship game, when the Patriots also had just one penalty while defeating the Ravens."


Cheating c***s
 

And the Jags got pulled back after the tackle/fumble.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2018, 11:09:21 AM
So it’s ‘Philadelphia People’s Champions Eagles’ against the Cheatriots.

Just a shame that Wentz is out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2018, 11:15:12 AM
I was dozing off during the second half of Jags @ Pats.

At 17-20 down with Brady having the ball, I thought 'they've got this' and went to bed.

Very surprised that Philly handled the Vikes so easily. Foles is turning out to be a more than adequate replacement for Wentz.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 23, 2018, 11:52:11 AM
"Dear Philadelphia Eagles fans: Miami wants you to win the Super Bowl. Really."

http://www.miami.com/funny-stories/dear-philadelphia-eagles-fans-miami-wants-you-to-win-the-super-bowl-really-180815/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 23, 2018, 11:54:25 AM
So it’s ‘Philadelphia People’s Champions Eagles’ against the Cheatriots.

Just a shame that Wentz is out.


(http://thumb.ibb.co/g5bHuG/26993584_10215859146977874_4922853531946222083_n.jpg) (http://ibb.co/g5bHuG)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2018, 12:47:20 PM
Pittsburgh should probably be in red as well
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 23, 2018, 12:57:03 PM
Pittsburgh should probably be in red as well

Dear usav,
Wha yinz say?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 23, 2018, 01:01:01 PM
Pittsburgh should probably be in red as well

Dear usav,
Wha yinz say?
We wouldn't normally root for Philly, but I think we will be making an exception on this occasion.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 23, 2018, 04:12:29 PM
Never knew there was a Pitt-Phil rivalry. Didn't they team up for a season or two?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 23, 2018, 05:39:40 PM
Never knew there was a Pitt-Phil rivalry. Didn't they team up for a season or two?

Not so much in the NFL but in the ice hockey definitely.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 24, 2018, 07:46:16 AM
"Jaguars not alone in noticing the Patriots had just one penalty in AFC championship game"

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2018/01/22/jaguars-not-alone-in-noticing-the-patriots-had-just-one-penalty-in-afc-championship-game/?utm_term=.42dcfee4ded7 (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2018/01/22/jaguars-not-alone-in-noticing-the-patriots-had-just-one-penalty-in-afc-championship-game/?utm_term=.42dcfee4ded7)


      "According to NFL Research, the single flag thrown on the Patriots Sunday made for the lowest total for one team in a playoff contest since the 2011 AFC championship game, when the Patriots also had just one penalty while defeating the Ravens."


Cheating c***s
 

And the Jags got pulled back after the tackle/fumble.

That was an awful call by the official,  prevented an almost certain touchdown and possibly the game.

In the other game I thought the Eagles were superb.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2018, 11:46:38 AM
Never knew there was a Pitt-Phil rivalry. Didn't they team up for a season or two?

Yep, The Steagles, during WWII
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 24, 2018, 08:04:07 PM
So everyone wants Philly to win, but where are you putting your money (if anywhere)?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2018, 08:13:42 PM
So everyone wants Philly to win, but where are you putting your money (if anywhere)?

I want the Patriots to win.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 24, 2018, 08:45:20 PM
I wanted Minnesota to get to the Super Bowl, but, seeing how they were taken apart by the Eagles I think it was a blessing they never got there.
I actually think that the Eagles can win this. Nick Foles has been pretty impressive post season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 24, 2018, 10:03:29 PM
So everyone wants Philly to win, but where are you putting your money (if anywhere)?

I want the Patriots to win.

You're dead to me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Dave Cooper please on January 25, 2018, 11:01:23 AM
Why are New England hated so much? Genuine question from a part-time observer.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on January 25, 2018, 12:14:11 PM
Why are New England hated so much? Genuine question from a part-time observer.

They are cheating ****** favoured by the NFL/Refs and their owner is a racist, fascist, Trump-supporting ******.

https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/gallery/main-reasons-people-hate-new-england-patriots-092116


Here you go
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2018, 12:21:05 PM
Why are New England hated so much? Genuine question from a part-time observer.

They are cheating c***s favoured by the NFL/Refs and their owner is a racist, fascist, Trump-supporting c***.

https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/gallery/main-reasons-people-hate-new-england-patriots-092116


Here you go


Which doesn't really differentiate them from the rest of the league.

However, the rest is valid


Out of Boston loyalty, I want them to win (despite my Raiders being the victims of "The Tuck")
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 25, 2018, 02:29:23 PM
Why are New England hated so much? Genuine question from a part-time observer.

Think Man Utd in the 90's and 2000's:  unlikable manager, seem to get all the calls from referees, obnoxious fan base.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2018, 07:01:36 PM
More like Chelsea. Had no fans until their sudden success, now all the glory hunters like them.

They’ve also been caught out cheating on a few occasions, but carry on regardless.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 25, 2018, 08:02:58 PM
Why are New England hated so much? Genuine question from a part-time observer.

They are cheating c***s favoured by the NFL/Refs and their owner is a racist, fascist, Trump-supporting c***.

https://www.foxsports.com/nfl/gallery/main-reasons-people-hate-new-england-patriots-092116


Here you go

Belichick and Brady are also self confessed disciples of the orange buffoon according to Danish TV.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2018, 08:41:47 PM
XFL coming back in 2020

http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/22213241/vince-mcmahon-gimmick-free-xfl-return-2020
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on February 02, 2018, 04:01:15 PM
Thy will be done:

(http://thumb.ibb.co/cMaPw6/dixon_133072_f_wp_content_uploads_2017_08_789542_97505d1109f9168_1200x800.jpg)



Full story here: http://www.philly.com/philly/news/pennsylvania/philadelphia/philly-history/princess-diana-grace-kelly-philadelphia-eagles-fan-20170830.html

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2018, 09:11:47 PM
Washington State give their Community Services Award to a player doing court ordered community service

https://deadspin.com/washington-state-gives-community-service-award-to-playe-1822672812
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 02, 2018, 09:14:28 PM
https://gizmodo.com/the-surprisingly-high-tech-super-bowl-i-broadcast-1822629326
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 12:00:45 AM
Good start to the Superbowl, especially if you're betting against the Pats.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 05, 2018, 12:05:43 AM
Like UKRS i'm New England for the Boston connection, but not really fussed. I just want a high scoring close game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: olaftab on February 05, 2018, 12:05:48 AM
Eagles just look a better team and I think they will win it so I will go to bed after the first quarter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Damo70 on February 05, 2018, 12:11:45 AM
I don't understand American football, probably because I don't want to and 'zone out' (quite an apt phrase) when anyone has tried to explain it and get me interested in it. The only Superbowl final I ever watched was in 1988 as a seventeen year old in my bedroom at my parents house as I couldn't sleep due to the fact I was about to start my first job the following day. I have no idea who played, which two teams were involved or who won and have never cared enough to check or look it up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 12:13:20 AM
Wtf happened on that FG attempt?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: olaftab on February 05, 2018, 12:15:49 AM
Wtf happened on that FG attempt?
Same as what happened to Sterling and Benteke this weekend.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: wittonwarrior on February 05, 2018, 12:25:16 AM
Chippy Brady might have been better than Tom when he dropped the ball just now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 12:27:13 AM
I don't understand American football, probably because I don't want to and 'zone out' (quite an apt phrase) when anyone has tried to explain it and get me interested in it. The only Superbowl final I ever watched was in 1988 as a seventeen year old in my bedroom at my parents house as I couldn't sleep due to the fact I was about to start my first job the following day. I have no idea who played, which two teams were involved or who won and have never cared enough to check or look it up.
Washington Redskins thrashed Denver Broncos 42-10.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 12:31:54 AM
Walk in the park for Blount there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 12:52:43 AM
And a walk in the park for James White. Game on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 01:04:30 AM
Now that's how you do a trick play NE.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 01:38:16 AM
Come on the Eagles.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 05, 2018, 01:54:13 AM
Just hope that the Eagles keep being aggressive on both sides of the ball and don’t shut down due to having the lead
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 01:59:56 AM
Turning into a shoot out. Hope Eagles can keep their noses in front.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 05, 2018, 02:12:12 AM
You’d think a shootout will favour the evil ones
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 05, 2018, 02:13:08 AM
Hmm, my money would be on the Pats from here. They're scoring on every drive and Philly don't look like they know how to stop it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 02:17:55 AM
Turning into a shoot out. Hope Eagles can keep their noses in front.

My thoughts exactly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 02:27:17 AM
Hmm. Eagles 6 points ahead, fourth quarter to go. Patriots have the ball. Predictions?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 02:36:20 AM
Damn Patriots. It's so hard to stop them scoring.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 02:47:43 AM
Ballsy call going for it on 4th down.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 02:55:26 AM
Ballsy call going for it on 4th down.

I like it. Good call. I reckon the Eagles are going to snatch this!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 02:57:01 AM
Touchdown!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 03:01:36 AM
Failed on the 2 point conversion. Shit or bust for Philadelphia's defence now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 03:03:40 AM
Turnover Philadelphia!😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 05, 2018, 03:04:00 AM
We can assume now Brady will lead a TD drive. The only question left is if Philly will have time for any kind of response.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 03:04:08 AM
Superb.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 05, 2018, 03:04:43 AM
Yes! Jinxed 'em!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 05, 2018, 03:05:50 AM
Great game even if I did favour New England
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: The Left Side on February 05, 2018, 03:09:16 AM
Great game tonight
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 05, 2018, 03:11:05 AM
As I said earlier all I really wanted was a high scoring and entertaining game, I think this qualifies! Although another Brady drive and be left with 1 play to win or lose it would have been my choice.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 03:11:11 AM
Yes, a great game. 41-33 with a minute left. Tense stuff
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 03:11:41 AM
Field goal Philadelphia. Up by 8 with just enough time for Brady to attempt a drive and a possible 2 point conversion.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 03:14:16 AM
Come on the Eagles!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 03:17:55 AM
Philadelphia win!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 03:18:42 AM
Victory
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 03:19:20 AM
That was brilliant. Well done Philadelphia.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on February 05, 2018, 03:21:26 AM
Fucking fucked the fuckers.......the Eagles were the only Philly team that hadn't won a championship in my lifetime FUUUUCK YEEAAHHHHH!!!!

Fly Eagles Fly!!!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on February 05, 2018, 03:31:01 AM
The Eagles won the Super Bowl with a backup quarterback. Bahahahahahahahahahahahaha
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on February 05, 2018, 03:46:22 AM
Best tweet I've seen so far fro  my nephew:

No one's going to work tomorrow

#FlyEaglesFly
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 05, 2018, 03:57:43 AM
At least Brady took defeat well, sprinting from the field without congratulating his opposite number.

The Trumo voting *#$t
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 05, 2018, 04:28:27 AM
At least Brady took defeat well, sprinting from the field without congratulating his opposite number.

The Trumo voting *#$t

What a bellpiece.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on February 05, 2018, 07:45:15 AM
Not a lot of work going to get done in our Philly office today methinks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on February 05, 2018, 08:33:52 AM
What a great Super Bowl.
I fast forwarded through some of it  this morning,  but, I only saw one sack!! Was that right?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 10:04:38 AM
What a great Super Bowl.
I fast forwarded through some of it  this morning,  but, I only saw one sack!! Was that right?

Correct.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 05, 2018, 10:06:08 AM
At least Brady took defeat well, sprinting from the field without congratulating his opposite number.

The Trumo voting *#$t

What a bellpiece.

Saw that too. Sportsmanship at it's finest the f7#king classless twat.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 05, 2018, 10:27:45 AM
I arrived back off holiday yesterday and there was no way I was staying up.

I set Sky+ but clean forgot about the game and saw the result when I logged onto the Beeb website to check the news

Well done Philly. I really thought they were toast when Wentz got injured.

Seems like it'll be a great game to watch even knowing the result
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 05, 2018, 11:13:38 AM
Watched as live this morning. What a game, tops last season I think. Defenses were shite until the big play. Most offensive yards in an NFL game ever!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: olaftab on February 05, 2018, 11:31:25 AM
I arrived back off holiday yesterday and there was no way I was staying up.

I set Sky+ but clean forgot about the game
YOU DIDN’T STAY UP? What next Pope admitting he is a Muslim? I can’t believe me ears😱
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 05, 2018, 12:50:59 PM
Really good game!!  From two unlikable teams, this was the best outcome!

Halftime show was meh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Louzie0 on February 06, 2018, 12:49:35 AM
Well done, Philly!
Pleased for Comrade Blitz.

I saw the first half, but then wimped out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on February 06, 2018, 12:24:07 PM
Well done, Philly!
Pleased for Comrade Blitz.

I saw the first half, but then wimped out.

Cheers Lou!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on February 09, 2018, 12:02:21 PM
Speech* by Eagles' center Jason Kelce at the end of the parade yesterday:

* "epic rant" - warning NSFW

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 11, 2018, 09:07:03 PM
Frank Reich to coach the Colts
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 07, 2018, 10:32:57 PM
Michael Bennett traded to the Eagles and Sherman looks to be off. Chancellor might be too, but looks like the Hawks will keep Earl Thomas though. Wonder if they’ll try to become an Offensive minded team next season.

Alec Ogletree (plus 2019 7th Round Pick) traded to the Giants by the Rams, for a 4th and 6th round pick. Seems like good business by the Rams.

Still no trades by the Bears for a WR (I’d like us to pick up Mike Wallace in Free Agency). We should keep CB Kyle Fuller at least, after transition tagging him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 26, 2018, 01:50:38 PM
Jags could be on their way to Wembley

I'm not sure where this would leave Spurs and their NFL deal

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/apr/26/fa-sell-wembley-fulham-owner-shahid-khan
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on April 26, 2018, 02:03:36 PM
49ers to win the Superbowl. That's my bizarre prediction, anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 01, 2018, 11:13:42 AM
Absolutely impossible to get three together for Jaguars Eagles game on TicketMaster. Wankers like Seatwave already selling them for Ł500 each. Utter ******.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on May 02, 2018, 05:47:38 PM
I don't know enough to offer an opinion but watched a bit of the draft whilst working at some ridiculous hour the other day. What is the consensus on what the Bears picked up?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on May 02, 2018, 06:02:02 PM
I don't know enough to offer an opinion but watched a bit of the draft whilst working at some ridiculous hour the other day. What is the consensus on what the Bears picked up?

As a Packers Fan I saw on one of our forums someone mention that the Bears were looking like a ‘bit of a threat now’. Which was responded to in the same way as most on here do when someone suggests ‘the balance of power is shifting’ when referring to B’Lose buying a player in July.😉
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on May 02, 2018, 06:18:42 PM
Absolutely impossible to get three together for Jaguars Eagles game on TicketMaster. Wankers like Seatwave already selling them for Ł500 each. Utter c***s.

Of the many things about the NFL that is different or sometimes better that our footy one of them that isn’t is it’s ticket re selling policy. I’ve had a hankering to go Green Bay to watch a game there and have been put off by the fact that it’s been sold out every home since the 60’s and it has this enormous waiting list for season tickets. This is true but tickets are readily available from the likes of Ticketmaster at massive mark ups on face value and there are plenty of hotel and ticket packages around but they aren’t cheap either.

Probably Green Bays most interesting game this coming season is the face off between Rodgers and Brady at the Patriots in November. You’d think a season ticket holder would want to see that wouldn’t you? But tickets are available for in excess of $700 for pretty poor seats.

And I got chippy about someone who sold their Millwall ticket for Ł40!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on May 02, 2018, 06:41:16 PM
A pal of mine cottoned on to Man Ure and ticket waiting lists in the early 90's. After securing his season ticket for them, he spent years selling them on game by game which paid for him to follow Villa home and away at every match plus spending money.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 02, 2018, 07:32:48 PM
I don't know enough to offer an opinion but watched a bit of the draft whilst working at some ridiculous hour the other day. What is the consensus on what the Bears picked up?

Don't follow the college game but, by all accounts, we seem to have filled most of our "need" positions, either in draft or previously in free agency. I'm most excited about having some genuine potential at linebacker which I always think of as a traditional Bears position.

That said, we will likely be a work in progress, especially with a QB who is still learning. I don't expect to get anywhere near the playoffs this year but I hope we can see signs that the Bears could be contenders again in the following seasons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 03, 2018, 07:38:54 AM
Supposed to have picked up arguably the best middle linebacker in the draft and top OC. Also a handy WR.

If there is any criticism, it is that we didn’t pick up an edge rusher to get to opposition QBs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard E on May 03, 2018, 08:58:08 AM
One of the Packers' draft picks is, allegedly, "Equanimeous Tristan Imhotep J. St. Brown." Sorry, but I refuse to believe that is a real person.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 03, 2018, 09:04:41 AM
That's a fantastic name. Still hope he's shite, mind.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on May 03, 2018, 09:45:28 AM
One of the Packers' draft picks is, allegedly, "Equanimeous Tristan Imhotep J. St. Brown." Sorry, but I refuse to believe that is a real person.

Fluent in French and German and all round nice guy apparently. One of those irritating people.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 03, 2018, 01:26:55 PM
What does the J stand for or is it like the S in Harry S Truman ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 03, 2018, 02:11:57 PM
Knowing America, probably something like Jesus.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard E on May 03, 2018, 02:20:48 PM
Wikipedia does not enlighten us on that. But he does have siblings called Osiris and Amon-Ra, which is just excellent and should be replicated worldwide.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on May 03, 2018, 03:10:22 PM
His nickname is EQ if that helps.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on May 23, 2018, 09:12:55 PM
The NFL has just scrapped the first amendment of The Constitution of The United States of America.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 24, 2018, 09:57:50 AM
The NFL has just scrapped the first amendment of The Constitution of The United States of America.

It's MY right to free speech, not YOUR right to free speech

However, I think that the 1st amendment only applies to the government imposing such rules

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 02, 2018, 02:12:31 PM
Time to bump this with one week to go and the Bears all set now they've poached Khalil Mack.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 02, 2018, 03:27:07 PM
Wow Bears. Monsters of the Midway are back. Take out Rodgers in week one and be an immediate hero please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 02, 2018, 08:24:48 PM
Averages over 10 sacks per season, immediately our best player.

Gives me a bit more hope for the Bears Packers game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 04, 2018, 01:08:24 PM
Time to bump this with one week to go and the Bears all set now they've poached Khalil Mack.

Not good for my Raiders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on September 07, 2018, 12:15:21 PM
Eagles 18-12 Falcons

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000958959/article/what-we-learned-eagles-sneak-past-falcons-in-opener

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 07, 2018, 02:58:30 PM
Eagles 18-12 Falcons

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000958959/article/what-we-learned-eagles-sneak-past-falcons-in-opener



Annoyingly, I drafted Ajayi in my Fantasy League but we don't start until Week 2.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2018, 03:26:53 PM
Is anyone going to the Raiders game at Wemberleee ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 08, 2018, 09:57:00 AM
Tight game and Eagles do well to win without Wentz or Jeffery.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on September 08, 2018, 03:08:12 PM
Can the Falcons actually score once in the Red Zone?
Saw extended highlights on Skysports Mix. Credit the Eagles defence, but, how frustrating must it be for Falcons fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 10, 2018, 02:39:45 AM
Well the Packers season is well and truly over already.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2018, 02:53:41 AM
Come on you fucking Bears. Mack is already a bargain at twenty three trillion dollars or whatever we are paying him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2018, 04:19:19 AM
I knew we would fuck it up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 10, 2018, 05:14:57 AM
I knew we would fuck it up.

Fuck, that was Villa-esque.

49ers lost, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 10, 2018, 09:08:50 AM
Well I went to bed pissed off after Rodgers went down injured. With his luck over the last few years, I was certain it would be a half a season injury at best. Added to the way the Bears dominated in the first half I thought it would be a bit of a blowout.

Rodgers just is the Packers. He's made a poor to average team into a good to very good one over the last few years. He deserves far more than the one superbowl he has.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 10, 2018, 01:25:54 PM
Wow, just wow. I’m posting this from my hotel room in Green Bay. I nearly applied the 3 and out rule at half time! We are such a one man team and, the way the stadium reacted when he went down, we are a one man city as well. The impact last season his injury had off the field to hotel bookings and the secondary ticket prices market was massive and so I guess lots were celebrating not just the win last night.

Nothing in my mind will ever beat the celebrations of a last minute come winner for Villa but last night was up there with Young’s Everton goal .
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 10, 2018, 04:45:44 PM
Wow, just wow. I’m posting this from my hotel room in Green Bay. I nearly applied the 3 and out rule at half time! We are such a one man team and, the way the stadium reacted when he went down, we are a one man city as well. The impact last season his injury had off the field to hotel bookings and the secondary ticket prices market was massive and so I guess lots were celebrating not just the win last night.

Nothing in my mind will ever beat the celebrations of a last minute come winner for Villa but last night was up there with Young’s Everton goal .

It must be quite an experience to watch a game in Green Bay
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 10, 2018, 06:29:37 PM
Is anyone going to the Raiders game at Wemberleee ?

TrIed and failed tiday
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 11, 2018, 05:15:43 AM
Lions, who I have a soft spot for after studying in Michigan, thrashed. Boooo
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 11, 2018, 01:10:19 PM
On the bright side, Bears look like we could actually be quite good this year, at least better than the Lions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 15, 2018, 08:27:47 AM
The dizzying heights of maybe finishing in the top three-quarters of our division.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on September 15, 2018, 08:27:23 PM
I know it's only one game in, but, Kansas City look like they could be a major threat this year with Mahomes at QB.

Great win for Cincinnati. Possible dark horses?

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 15, 2018, 09:50:26 PM
Chiefs could do it, not convinced about the Bengals tbh.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 16, 2018, 09:17:32 PM
If the Packers lose this then Clay Matthews should never play for the team again. Tried to throw it away last week with a roughing the passer and has done exactly the same this week.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 16, 2018, 09:22:07 PM
It was a BS call against Matthews.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 16, 2018, 09:40:25 PM
It was a BS call against Matthews.

Disagree. The players are well aware of the new rules surrounding bodyweight on those sort of hits on QBs. I think the new ruling is a bit laughable, but the players have to adapt.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on September 16, 2018, 10:26:02 PM
Any of you heard the Vontae Davis story? Playing for the Bills tonight and just decided to retire at half time. Couldn't be bothered to even finish the game, just packed up and left.
Now that's a vote of no confidence in your team mates if ever I saw one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 16, 2018, 11:52:01 PM
49ers came roaring back in the third. Feel it's going to be a long season for the Lions. Again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 17, 2018, 01:23:27 AM
Impressive win for the London Jags. They look like serious contenders.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 17, 2018, 04:19:52 PM
It was a BS call against Matthews.
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Disagree. The players are well aware of the new rules surrounding bodyweight on those sort of hits on QBs. I think the new ruling is a bit laughable, but the players have to adapt.

The QB’s feet in this play were already off the ground from the momentum from his (crap) throw. Clay got there a split second after. A shitty call and one that when the refs get re instructed won’t be called later in the season.

Difficult to know who will be more disappointed with the result in the end.  Guessing there could be a kicker vacency in Minnesota this week though😀
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 17, 2018, 07:48:56 PM
Maybe the Vikings could move for Cleveland's kicker? He seems good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mattjpa on September 19, 2018, 12:46:06 PM
Absolutely loving having NFL back on as a nice distraction from the footy. Watched Giants at Cowboys and thought we (Cowboys) looked ok without being spectacular. Still think its a bad move cutting Bryant, the attention he gets makes so much space for the rest of the team. Also disappointed to lose the kicker Bailey (A Villa fan BTW!) NFL is brutal to players who sustain injuries.

Giants on the other hand look lost. Eli received no protection at all from his OL, no sacks, no picks by Defence and struggled with Dallas pass and rush games. Could be a long season for them...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: garyshawsknee on September 19, 2018, 12:49:45 PM
Impressive win for the London Jags. They look like serious contenders.

After liking NFL for years, but not settling with a team, I've chosen the Jags as they are only 1 of 2 teams ive seen in the flesh. I did have a soft spot for the Browns, but they continue to be awful.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 19, 2018, 12:56:34 PM
Wasn’t happy that Bailey was picked up by the Vikings, he’s a good kicker. Was hoping they’d go for Zane Gonzalez.

Giants O-Line was just dreadful. Cowboys should be decent, but not amazing this year and need a WR. Also need Demarcus Lawrence to stay healthy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 21, 2018, 11:28:45 AM
Cleveland Browns win their first game since Christmas Eve 2016.

Maybe it will no longer be a Factory of Sadness.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 23, 2018, 09:27:54 PM
Great opportunity for Da Bears with Packers and Vikings both losing. Bet we fuck it up...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2018, 12:33:50 AM
Phew!

That was nervy as Hell but great character, and after that nightmare first game we are top of the division! Gonna be a while before I'm able to get to sleep I reckon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 24, 2018, 12:28:10 PM
My Raiders are shittier than Villa at the moment
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2018, 08:15:14 PM
Thanks, Raiders. Mack ❤️
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 30, 2018, 07:20:20 PM
Is Dan Marino dressed up to look like Mitch Trubisky? 😀
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 30, 2018, 08:48:15 PM
A grest day for golf and Bears fans I'm delighted !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on September 30, 2018, 11:28:04 PM
Just got back to our hotel from Foxborough. Poor poor fishies. Somewhat unexpected, on form I expected us to get beat...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 01, 2018, 10:25:38 AM
Hope you had a good time Dave. That's an impressive stadium
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 01, 2018, 01:04:43 PM
Hope you had a good time Dave. That's an impressive stadium

Thanks. Got a bit unlucky with the seats - the UK Patriots were dotted all around the ground but we drew the ones in the very back of the lowest tier, right underneath the tier above. Felt like we were watching the game in letterbox format. Very much like the old Highbury away section, if you were unlucky and didn't get the Clock end. But you could see the pitch just fine and the action was all up our end and the tailgate was fantastic, so we can't really complain about the whole experience. It was my wife's birthday and she seemed to have a great time, so all good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 06, 2018, 08:54:43 PM
Red River Rivalry. Bloody hell Sooners nearly but not quite..... 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on October 07, 2018, 07:37:09 PM
What an abysmal first half for the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 08, 2018, 05:30:50 PM
Red River Rivalry. Bloody hell Sooners nearly but not quite.....

Oh well at least they’ve sacked Mike Stoops.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 08, 2018, 10:08:35 PM
What an abysmal first half for the Packers.

Why couldn’t Crosby have kicked that badly against us?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 09, 2018, 07:55:50 AM
Chiefs still look strong, how good is Mahomes playing?
Concerns about the defence against the run, struggled vs Broncos did well vs Jags.

Would they be able to cope with Gurley (?) from the Rams?

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2018, 10:43:56 AM
Pre Game entertainment for the Raiders game at Wemberleee is from someone called Jess Glynne.

I have genuinely never heard of someone who is referred to in the blurb as "one of the most successful British musicians of her generation".

Based the the standard of the previous entertainment before these games, I'm not expecting much
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 09, 2018, 11:44:57 AM
She's crap mate don't bother listening !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2018, 02:08:01 PM
My pre-game ritual is to head off for a pee as soon as they set up for the anthems. I might now have an extended visit and take a book
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 12, 2018, 01:21:26 PM
Seahawks v Raiders @ Wemberleee on Sunday

Will any other H&V'ers be in attendance ?

My Raiders are so shit that I might forego my Marcus jersey and go with some Sox garb
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Drummond on October 12, 2018, 01:30:39 PM
Pre Game entertainment for the Raiders game at Wemberleee is from someone called Jess Glynne.

I have genuinely never heard of someone who is referred to in the blurb as "one of the most successful British musicians of her generation".

Based the the standard of the previous entertainment before these games, I'm not expecting much

Hmmm, I wonder if you'll be singing her song...

N-n-n-no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
N-n-n-no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
N-n-n-no, no, no, no place I'd rather be
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 12, 2018, 01:32:59 PM
Seahawks v Raiders @ Wemberleee on Sunday

Will any other H&V'ers be in attendance ?

My Raiders are so shit that I might forego my Marcus jersey and go with some Sox garb

Usually I would be but all my NFL funds went on the New England trip this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 12, 2018, 01:55:32 PM
Just checked my list of games attended to see when I was at Foxboro.

Bills @ Pats on 19 Sep 2006. Pats won 19-17 on a Safety

http://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/game?gameId=260910017

It was my 7th regular season NFL game/ This weekend will be my 27th

The first 7 were all in the USA. The next 19 were all in London.
Hopefully I'll get to see some more games in the USA in the future
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Risso on October 12, 2018, 01:59:29 PM
Loads of Seahawks fans milling around Piccadilly on Wednesday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 12, 2018, 07:12:50 PM
Wanted to go to a game this year, but got pissed off with the NFL's tout-friendly ticket policy and thought "fuck it".

Have a good day, to anyone that is going.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2018, 09:27:17 PM
Not going as skint, but whilst neither team are world beaters, it looks like a fairly even game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 13, 2018, 03:15:51 PM
I missed the first ticket window this year but thought I'd be ok for Seahawks-Raiders when it went on sale a few weeks back but couldn't get through. Can't afford a season ticket and the second hand market prices are ridiculous.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 13, 2018, 04:21:19 PM
Yeah. They need to clamp down on the touts next season. Tried to buy single game tickets for the Jags game, they had sold out of any that were three together within about ten minutes of going on sale, then five minutes later they were all available on various legalised theft sites for about five hundred each.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 14, 2018, 01:27:26 PM
Well interesting weekend in College football with just about everyone bar Alabama and Clemson ballsing it up or winning narrowly. Plenty of scope for the play off picture to change.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 14, 2018, 02:53:11 PM
I've tried before to understand the college game but it just seems too complicated, to me. I think I gave up when I saw that the Big Ten had twelve teams while the Big Twelve had ten. Or some such nonsense.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 14, 2018, 05:08:21 PM
I've tried before to understand the college game but it just seems too complicated, to me. I think I gave up when I saw that the Big Ten had twelve teams while the Big Twelve had ten. Or some such nonsense.

When I first got into it 3 years ago it took me pretty much the whole of the first season to work out what the fuck was going on. You’re right though it is the most convoluted piece of subjective fuckwittery to distil the season into 4 semi finalists from 5 Big Leagues plus independents and 5 smaller leagues. Don’t get me started on how you qualify for a post season bowl game. Doing some research last year it seems suggestions have been put forward to rationalise the whole structure but as colleges compete in different sports Football isn’t the only factor so it’s likely it’ll never happen.

I suppose having a convoluted system creates acres of opportunity for TV to endlessly overanalyse so maybe method in the madness.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 14, 2018, 06:46:20 PM
The Raiders are dire. 14-0 down already :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 14, 2018, 06:51:02 PM
The Raiders are dire. 14-0 down already :(

I recruited the Seahawks defence for my fantasy team this weekend, looking like a good investment...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 14, 2018, 08:06:38 PM
There might be a lot of Seahawks fans at Wembley but I wonder how many of them helped out with the testing of their stadium in Seattle before it officially opened.........I did 😀
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 16, 2018, 04:35:29 AM
Even on one leg, Aaron Rodgers is probably still the best QB in the league!

Poor overall performance from the Packers. Defence was a disgrace in the 1st half
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 16, 2018, 04:44:07 AM
UK Redsox, I don't think your Raiders are as bad as my 49ers. 1-5 now. Crap
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 17, 2018, 10:09:23 AM
UK Redsox, I don't think your Raiders are as bad as my 49ers. 1-5 now. Crap

A Bay Area race to the bottom to claim the number one pick
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 18, 2018, 01:39:41 PM
UK Redsox, I don't think your Raiders are as bad as my 49ers. 1-5 now. Crap

A Bay Area race to the bottom to claim the number one pick

May the worst team win!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 18, 2018, 04:48:26 PM
The Patriots did what the Patriots do best. No mistakes and a win with the last kick.
Way to many errors by the Chiefs, but, they still managed to stay threateningly close.
Mahomes had a great 2nd half and would have learnt a lot.

Great, unexpected, win for Dallas
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 18, 2018, 05:08:25 PM
The Packers have a week off now, so hopefully will get a few more back fit and get AR fully fit. We have a season defining run of 4 road trips out  of the next five fixtures, including the GOAT fixture at The Patriots. We need to start winning on the road, 2 wins out of those 4 would be acceptable I guess... I would love to go over for a play off game if it’s the weekend Villa throw away our FA Cup prospects.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2018, 08:57:40 AM
Exciting end to the Titans v Chargers game at Wembley

A gutsy call by Vrabel to go for the two point conversion, when a PAT would have taken the game to OT
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: DaveD on October 22, 2018, 09:31:38 AM
Exciting end to the Titans v Chargers game at Wembley

A gutsy call by Vrabel to go for the two point conversion, when a PAT would have taken the game to OT

Stupid call. Even more stupid when you call for a pass play from a third rate QB on the one yard line with two quality RBs watching on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 22, 2018, 10:42:31 AM
Emptying the backfield on the second attempt and going shotgun was the worst mistake. At least give Mariota the option to hand off or have a blocker for a sneak
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 28, 2018, 11:47:03 PM
Staggered! Absolutely staggered!!

You have the best player in the sport to lead you down the field needing only a field goal to win, and Montgomery decides to try and run it back???!!!???!!??

No way should Montgomery ever be allowed to put on a green bay jersey again. His time at GB simply has to be over after that. Completely unacceptable.

Massive positives with the way we played against best team in the league. A game we should.and probably would have won if Rodgers had been given the chance.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 29, 2018, 12:00:26 AM
😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 29, 2018, 01:09:17 AM
Went to the Steelers game today, very emotional given the happenings over the weekend here.

From a football point of view, next weekend’s game vs the Ravens is huge!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 29, 2018, 04:45:18 PM
Browns fire Hue Jackson. His record there was 3-36-1. 😟
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 30, 2018, 08:17:22 AM
Browns fire Hue Jackson. His record there was 3-36-1. 😟

Just as he was starting to turn things around ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: luke:lamf on October 30, 2018, 11:48:06 AM
Browns fire Hue Jackson. His record there was 3-36-1. 😟

Jesus, that's two games more than a Premier League season.

Imagine a manager who got 10 points (beating Derby's current record of 11 points for a whole season) and didn't get sacked until the end of the season. That's amazing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Risso on October 30, 2018, 11:55:37 AM
Browns fire Hue Jackson. His record there was 3-36-1. 😟

Jesus, that's two games more than a Premier League season.

Imagine a manager who got 10 points (beating Derby's current record of 11 points for a whole season) and didn't get sacked until the end of the season. That's amazing.

They went 0-16 last season, only the second time it's ever happened.

The Randy Lerner curse isn't easy to get rid of, even after the ****** has left.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 04, 2018, 12:45:26 PM
Mullens did really well for the 49ers against the Raiders. I thought he was third choice QB, and there he was starting..
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 05, 2018, 12:01:19 PM
Unless they the Packers and Patriots meet in the Superbowl in the next couple of years, that's probably the last time that we'll see Brady and Rodgers in the same game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 05, 2018, 12:51:53 PM
I was at the game last night. We are wasting the Rodgers era, but we seem to be recruiting better now but we’ll see.

I have a thing to say about the atmosphere at NFL games. I know a lot of it is prompted but it is really really loud in the stadiums. The only thing I’ve come across similar with Villa is at Wembley during the last 5 minutes against Liverpool.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 09, 2018, 12:35:43 PM
Well, the Steelers looked pretty darn good last night.  Ben had more touchdowns than incompletes!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2018, 12:44:43 PM
Well, the Steelers looked pretty darn good last night.  Ben had more touchdowns than incompletes!

I have a Ben jersey that I bought at Heinz Field when he was still back up to Tommy Maddox
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on November 11, 2018, 11:42:24 PM
Bears are doing well I'm not used to this !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 12, 2018, 12:03:15 AM
If we could find a kicker who isn't visually impaired we could be doing even better! Massive game against Vikings next. Mon the Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 12, 2018, 08:07:16 AM
Looking at our fixtures, on paper we should beat the Lions, Giants and 49ers. Then we would need 1 more win for 10. That is usually enough for the playoffs. Still fancy the Vikings to win the North though. 1
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 12, 2018, 07:19:24 PM
If we could find a kicker who isn't visually impaired we could be doing even better! Massive game against Vikings next. Mon the Bears.

Jesus is not a Bears fan

https://friendlyatheist.patheos.com/2018/11/12/chicago-bears-kicker-jesus-is-the-reason-i-hit-the-uprights-four-times/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on November 20, 2018, 08:21:13 AM
Good win for the Bears that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2018, 10:12:05 AM
Last night's game between the Chiefs and the Rams featured 14 touchdowns. That's one more than the Bills have scored all season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2018, 11:35:47 AM
Highlights

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/46272417
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Post by: usav on November 20, 2018, 12:54:46 PM
Last night's game between the Chiefs and the Rams featured 14 touchdowns. That's one more than the Bills have scored all season

While great to watch, I bet they couldn't do that on a cold and rainy Tuesday in Barnsley.   

Actually, given that neither team can play defense, I would give any of the other top teams a decent shot at beating them under the right circumstances.
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Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2018, 01:03:44 PM
Last night's game between the Chiefs and the Rams featured 14 touchdowns. That's one more than the Bills have scored all season

While great to watch, I bet they couldn't do that on a cold and rainy Tuesday in Barnsley.   

Actually, given that neither team can play defense, I would give any of the other top teams a decent shot at beating them under the right circumstances.

At least three of the touchdowns were scored by the defense, so they weren't totally inept
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Post by: cdbearsfan on November 20, 2018, 07:16:33 PM
Put the sport channels on and saw some match was 54-51. Assume it must have been some Arena League nonsense.

How did the NFL go?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 02, 2018, 09:18:49 PM
So top 3 in College as expected but the Sooners nick the 4th spot and make the CFB play offs. Then again probably get our arses handed to us by Crimson Tide in the Orange Bowl.
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Post by: nigel on December 02, 2018, 10:05:49 PM
Great win for Dallas

Karim Hunt released by Chiefs!!
Could put a dent in their Super Bowl aspirations, but, I don't think they had much choice
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 03, 2018, 12:06:38 AM
Packers fire McCarthy.
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Post by: usav on December 03, 2018, 12:29:55 PM
Some horrific referring last night in the Steelers game. 
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 03, 2018, 12:44:35 PM
Exciting game, though. Not as exciting as Da Bears, though we still messed it up in the end. Our score to take it to overtime was fucking ballsy.
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Post by: Proposition Joe on December 04, 2018, 09:37:20 PM
Exciting game, though. Not as exciting as Da Bears, though we still messed it up in the end. Our score to take it to overtime was fucking ballsy.

I'm a Bears fan too, but the drive in overtime was dreadful - three fumbles was it?  Trubisky is badly missed.
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Post by: andrew08 on December 04, 2018, 09:41:23 PM
Packers fire McCarthy.

I keep bumping into Packers fans at Villa games... are there that many of us? I may have to do some half and half scarves at this rate 😉
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Post by: Richard on December 05, 2018, 11:45:48 AM
Exciting game, though. Not as exciting as Da Bears, though we still messed it up in the end. Our score to take it to overtime was fucking ballsy.

I'm a Bears fan too, but the drive in overtime was dreadful - three fumbles was it?  Trubisky is badly missed.

Yeah Chase Daniel has done ok overall in the 2 games but you can see why he's basically a career back up.

Beŕrs to finish 10-6 I think which hopefully betters The Vikings.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 10, 2018, 01:58:29 AM
What a play by the Phins to beat the Cheatriots.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 10, 2018, 04:42:59 AM
What a win for Da Bears 😁😁😁
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Post by: UK Redsox on December 10, 2018, 09:53:07 AM
What a play by the Phins to beat the Cheatriots.

That type of play must work one time out of a hundred
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Post by: luke:lamf on December 10, 2018, 10:40:19 AM
What a play by the Phins to beat the Cheatriots.

That type of play must work one time out of a hundred
Really ? I know precious little about NFL, but I only recently learned that you can pass it multiple times on one play (always assumed there must be some sort of "one pass" or "only the QB can pass" rule and always found it surprising that they don't pass it more. Is the ball trickier to handle than a rugby ball ? What other considerations come into play ?
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Post by: UK Redsox on December 10, 2018, 11:33:49 AM
It's a risk/reward thing. There's often occasions when a little pop-pass / offload as seen in every rugby game looks obvious to me but it almost never happens.

In rugby, if such a pass is dropped, there's plenty of players who are waiting to pounce on the loose ball or tackle the player who picks it up.. In the NFL, the other side would probably scoop the ball up and run back the other way almost unopposed.

In the NFL, it's just not part of the normal way that the game is played and is only used as a desperation tactic.
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Post by: Comrade Blitz on December 10, 2018, 12:05:53 PM
I've always wondered why the NFL doesn't run the option as much as it is used in the NCAA
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Post by: UK Redsox on December 10, 2018, 12:26:26 PM
I've always wondered why the NFL doesn't run the option as much as it is used in the NCAA

That's a cue to post video of the Stanford Band Play

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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 10, 2018, 03:16:29 PM
What the fuck were the band doing on the pitch? 🤣
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 10, 2018, 09:45:11 PM
Didn’t Florida in college football have a last minute play a few years back when they must have passed it about 30 times.
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 11, 2018, 12:27:22 PM
Possible spoiler alert

It's official:-

Bears can clinch the NFC North with win over the Packers.

Not sure if that would mathematically end the Packers hopes too though.
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Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 11, 2018, 12:46:26 PM
What a play by the Phins to beat the Cheatriots.

That type of play must work one time out of a hundred
Which makes it all the sweeter that it was against that lot.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 16, 2018, 09:03:03 PM
CHAMPIONS!!!!
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Post by: Richard on December 16, 2018, 09:11:19 PM
Well done Bears am delighted
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Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2018, 11:57:36 AM
Wilbon tweeted last night; "the Monsters are back".

I think that's getting ahead a tad
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Post by: cdbearsfan on December 17, 2018, 06:45:23 PM
This is the best D we have had since at least Urlacher/Briggs/Tilman etc, and we made the Super Bowl with that lot. Fuck it, I'm getting excited.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 07, 2019, 01:03:29 AM
Fucking stupid bloody game. 😢
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 07, 2019, 02:17:51 AM
Gutted
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 07, 2019, 03:35:44 PM
I wouldn't be too disheartened Bears fans. Probably overachieved at this stage in the teams development.

Next year the team and Trubisky will be better, and Chicago will be genuine contenders.
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Post by: dubont on January 07, 2019, 06:16:54 PM
I wouldn't be too disheartened Bears fans. Probably overachieved at this stage in the teams development.

Next year the team and Trubisky will be better, and Chicago will be genuine contenders.

Not necessarily.  Everyone said that about the Vikings and Jags last season.

You have to take your chances when you get them.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on January 07, 2019, 09:32:54 PM
It's a pretty young team so I'm not too despondent. Was pleased with how Trubisky held up under pressure. Nobody expects him to be the new Dan Marino but it would be nice if we could actually have some stability at the QB position. Have some tricky looking games next season, though: Cowboys, Chiefs, Chargers, Saints, Rams, and the bloody Eagles again! Plus, I expect Green Bay to be back competing for the division title again next season. Not so sure about the Vikings/Lions, will see what they do in the off-season.

My biggest concern is our ability to turn close games into wins. Our five defeats this season were in overtime, twice, by a point, by a yard, and by a point/post/crossbar. You don't expect to win all of those sort of games, but a genuine top team should win more than they lose.
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Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 07, 2019, 09:36:23 PM
Both the NFC games were tighter and more exciting so it's a shame they were the later ones in the UK. I was 2-2 with my predictions, called Colts and Chargers but thought Bears and Hawks would win.

Next round I'm going for Colts, Pats, Saints, Rams.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on January 07, 2019, 09:37:40 PM
Colts, Bolts, Boys and Saints.
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Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 08, 2019, 04:07:38 AM
Alabama getting pumped 44-16, great stuff! Surely game over!
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Post by: UK Redsox on January 08, 2019, 07:53:16 AM
Alabama getting pumped 44-16, great stuff! Surely game over!

Always good to see Alabama get a hammering
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Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2019, 11:43:02 AM
Brady being Brady

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Post by: cdbearsfan on January 21, 2019, 03:48:57 PM
Bears playing in London this year. 😁😁😁

Dates, times and venues TBC.

Panthers @ Bucs
DA BEARS @ Raiders
Bengals @ Rams
Texans @ Jags.
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 21, 2019, 09:36:58 PM
Hoping Bears are the new Tottingham Hotspurs ground.

Not seen the Raiders before either.

Oh and, come on the Rams.
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Post by: UK Redsox on January 21, 2019, 09:54:56 PM
Bears playing in London this year. 😁😁😁

Dates, times and venues TBC.

Panthers @ Bucs
DA BEARS @ Raiders
Bengals @ Rams
Texans @ Jags.

Bears v Raiders for a H&V NFL meet up ?
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Post by: The Left Side on January 21, 2019, 10:34:01 PM
I am not the best expert on the NFL but it seems a little crazy that the overtime coin toss is the most crucial part of the game when it ends a tie. Up here in Canada the CFL at least gives both teams a chance to score in overtime, if the team that has the ball first scores a TD then the opponent has to match it. They then try again and again until a winner is found, you match it or better it you win... you don't match it you lose, simples!
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Post by: cdbearsfan on January 21, 2019, 10:36:55 PM
Bears playing in London this year. 😁😁😁

Dates, times and venues TBC.

Panthers @ Bucs
DA BEARS @ Raiders
Bengals @ Rams
Texans @ Jags.

Bears v Raiders for a H&V NFL meet up ?

Sounds good to me. If I can actually get tickets this year. They as a nightmare last season, I gave up.
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Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2019, 07:55:38 AM
It'll be worse with two games at Spuds (assuming the ground is ready). Could be 20,000 seats less than at Wemberleee
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 22, 2019, 07:58:00 AM
I am not the best expert on the NFL but it seems a little crazy that the overtime coin toss is the most crucial part of the game when it ends a tie. Up here in Canada the CFL at least gives both teams a chance to score in overtime, if the team that has the ball first scores a TD then the opponent has to match it. They then try again and again until a winner is found, you match it or better it you win... you don't match it you lose, simples!

Yep, the NFL didn't go far enough when they changed the rules from 'first score of any kind wins' to the current setup.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on January 22, 2019, 09:04:34 AM
It's certainly better than it was, but still not entirely fair. I would just have it so that it is five minutes each way. Then, if still level, and it is a post-season game, Two Point Conversion Shoot-Out.
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Post by: Axl Rose on January 22, 2019, 09:29:06 AM
Hoping Bears are the new Tottingham Hotspurs ground.

Not seen the Raiders before either.

Oh and, come on the Rams.

Is it a repeat of the 2002 Superbowl?

I remember being a 19 year old exchange student in Michigan, getting my first taste of watching a Superbowl on US soil.

I was amazed that the TV commercials were of more interest to most people watching than the game itself. And the match, because of the adverts, seemed to go on for ages.

I fancy the Rams to beat the Patriots this time, however. How good is Brady, though.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on January 22, 2019, 10:44:31 AM
Mon the Cleveland Los Angeles St Louis Los Angeles Rams.
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2019, 09:45:54 PM
Need Gurley to play a lot better than he did against the Saints and for the Rams to stop the run and pressure Brady.
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Post by: nigel on January 23, 2019, 05:36:56 PM
You've really got to take your hat off to the Patriots.
In a competition that's designed for teams not to dominate long term they've been at the top for 8 seasons.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 30, 2019, 11:14:28 AM
You've really got to take your hat off to the Patriots.
In a competition that's designed for teams not to dominate long term they've been at the top for 8 seasons.

Yep, remarkable longevity.

Would temper it slightly by saying their division has been so piss poor for such a long time, that they've almost had a bye into the playoffs most years. The Jets, Bills and Dolphins have all been abysmal for well over a decade.
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Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 03, 2019, 08:50:01 AM
You've really got to take your hat off to the Patriots.
In a competition that's designed for teams not to dominate long term they've been at the top for 8 seasons.

It's actually 18 years. Even the two years they didn't make the playoffs they had a winning record. I don't like the bastards but doubt we'll see anything like this again once it ends. Which it will. Soon. Hopefully.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on February 03, 2019, 10:57:01 AM
I actually remember cheering for them against the Rams back in the Super Bowl about a million years ago as they were seen as the plucky underdog.

If only I had known...
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Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 03, 2019, 11:36:14 PM
Come on the Pats!!
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Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 03, 2019, 11:38:11 PM
HANDBALL!!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 04, 2019, 01:16:41 AM
HT show is shit. It's somehow managed to be less exciting than the first half.
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Post by: Villa in Denmark on February 04, 2019, 01:23:53 AM
HT show is shit. It's somehow managed to be less exciting than the first half.
I thought it was just me.

It's worse than watching us at the moment.
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Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 04, 2019, 03:07:09 AM
Boom.
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Post by: usav on February 04, 2019, 03:10:40 AM
Ugh!!  Hate them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa Lew on February 04, 2019, 08:20:44 AM
So the most boring game on the planet, apparently produced the most boring Super Bowl of all time. Blimey those Americans sure do know how to put a show on.
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Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2019, 08:52:43 AM
HT show is shit. It's somehow managed to be less exciting than the first half.

Ever since nipple-gate, the NFL is shit scared of anything exciting at Half Time
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Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2019, 10:04:26 AM
I've struggled to get interested this season (and last), missing one London game each year for the first time and not watching games every week.

I haven't even been reading about games or watching highlights.

In fact, most of my NFL info has been coming from a mate who's still obsessed and watches every TV game.
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Post by: Richard on February 04, 2019, 10:18:17 AM
I've loved this season but mainly because of the Bears revival. The SB was poor though. Rams let down the NFC. Where on earth where their fans too ?
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Post by: Pete3206 on February 04, 2019, 11:07:07 AM
So the most boring game on the planet, apparently produced the most boring Super Bowl of all time. Blimey those Americans sure do know how to put a show on.

Just watched the 5 minutes highlights on BBC. Even that was boring.
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Post by: SteveN on February 04, 2019, 11:38:24 AM
I watched until half time, the thought of having to watch Maroon 5 was all it needed.

I though nobody liked the Pats?  I was confused by their support and lack of it for the Rams, presumably there would have been plenty of neutrals there?
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Post by: cdbearsfan on February 04, 2019, 12:03:35 PM
What a load of absolute shite that was.
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Post by: Jon Crofts on February 04, 2019, 12:06:45 PM
I feel sorry for The Patriots, they have to go visit the orange twat in The White House now. I wonder how many will turn up with Tom?
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Post by: garyshawsknee on February 04, 2019, 12:08:08 PM
Was gonna watch it live for the first time but fell asleep, just watched the highlights, glad I fell asleep.
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Post by: nigel on February 04, 2019, 12:14:59 PM
Certainly not an offencive spectacle.
However, it was a defencive masterclass from the Patriots.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 04, 2019, 12:32:24 PM
I though nobody liked the Pats?  I was confused by their support and lack of it for the Rams, presumably there would have been plenty of neutrals there?

I've no problem with the Pats as a football team, just the politics of Kraft and Brady
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Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 04, 2019, 01:58:44 PM
Very poor superbowl, one was due having had two of the best ever back to back. Remarkable the Rams were still in it so late given how shit they'd been on offense. Pats always looked more capable of moving the ball even though they tended to stall outside the red zone. Trying not to hate them and appreciate them for being historically good but it's not easy. To be honest my hope is that they fail when Brady and/or Bellichick are still there. Maybe next year.
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Post by: paul_e on February 04, 2019, 02:18:26 PM
I only watch the first half, like others I couldn't face the half-time show so that had always been the plan. Both teams were superb in defence but it was a hard watch, Edelman's running lines were excellent though, rightly the MVP because he was literally the only thing separating the sides that I saw.
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Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 22, 2019, 09:26:21 PM
New England, cheaters on and off the pitch!

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-47334897
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Post by: cdbearsfan on February 22, 2019, 10:11:29 PM
Dunno why but it amuses me that one of the accused is called Goering.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 07, 2019, 08:56:15 PM
Cleveland Browns have released Jamie Collins.

Rumoured that they are planning a big move in free agency.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 13, 2019, 12:56:11 AM
The Browns get OBJ.

That's was the big move, then.
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Post by: ExclDawg on March 13, 2019, 04:30:38 AM
Browns wheeling and dealing!  It's finally a fun time to be a Browns fan again.  If they can rise from the ashes, so can Villa!
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 13, 2019, 07:19:34 AM
They've got an Interior D Lineman too, so if they can get an Edge Rusher they really will have an excellemt team

LeVeon Bell supposedly off to the Jets.
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Post by: ExclDawg on March 14, 2019, 10:28:28 PM
They did get an edge rusher.  Traded for Olivier Vernon to pair up with Myles Garrett.  Their front 4 is looking good, and the offense looks stacked.  Went from a team that should have been relegated to the Canadian League, to one that could win it all in just 2 years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 14, 2019, 10:36:30 PM
Glad the Browns have something to get excited about. They've suffered enough over the last twenty-five years or so.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 15, 2019, 07:16:51 AM
One of the things I love about NFL is that you can go from being rubbish to Super Bowl contenders in a few years.

Not always just a few teams dominating.

Apart from the Patriots, who are the spawn of Satan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 15, 2019, 02:01:58 PM
Glad the Browns have something to get excited about. They've suffered enough over the last twenty-five years or so.

I wouldn't roll out the bunting just yet, they are still the Browns after all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 15, 2019, 04:19:17 PM
Glad the Browns have something to get excited about. They've suffered enough over the last twenty-five years or so.

I wouldn't roll out the bunting just yet, they are still the Browns after all.

That's what I was thinking. If there's one* NFL team that could feck up a potentially great situation, it's the Browns

*well, there's two actually. The other is my Raiders, except that's not even 'potentially', they have done :(

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on March 15, 2019, 04:28:33 PM
It's a realy shame that they signed kareem hunt, as otherwise i really want them to do well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 15, 2019, 09:44:52 PM
It's a realy shame that they signed kareem hunt, as otherwise i really want them to do well.

He's suspended for 8 games. Don't think Tyreek Hill is an angel either.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 16, 2019, 09:26:51 AM
Glad the Browns have something to get excited about. They've suffered enough over the last twenty-five years or so.

I wouldn't roll out the bunting just yet, they are still the Browns after all.

That's what I was thinking. If there's one* NFL team that could feck up a potentially great situation, it's the Browns

*well, there's two actually. The other is my Raiders, except that's not even 'potentially', they have done :(

Talking of the Raiders, when do the Wembley tickets go on sale?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 16, 2019, 09:08:03 PM
It’s all gone quiet re next season’s London games. My assumption is that they’re waiting for use of the Tottingham ground to be confirmed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 24, 2019, 10:13:18 PM
Gronk has announced his retirement

http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/26351121/grateful-gronkowski-announces-retirement
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 25, 2019, 07:52:09 AM
Is he the best TE ever?

Or someone else like Tony Gonzalez?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 25, 2019, 08:26:25 AM
For a one-off game, if fully fit, then I'd say Gronk was the best ever.

I think that all the injuries and games missed prevent him from being considered as having the greatest career

However, he's certainly in the discussion with Gonzalez, Gates, Winslow & Ozzie
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cheltenhamlion on April 09, 2019, 08:13:05 AM
Christian Wade has signed for the Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 09, 2019, 08:41:05 AM
Christian Wade has signed for the Bills.

Not exactly

He's been 'allocated' to the Bills as part of the international player program

He'll be an extra body on the offseason roster. In effect, he's the 91st player on a 90 player squad.

It would be interesting to see Wade make it but he's still a very, very, very long way off
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 09, 2019, 12:32:48 PM
Any chance they'll ever announce the sodding schedule for the London games? I need to book the Monday off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 09, 2019, 12:44:30 PM
Any chance they'll ever announce the sodding schedule for the London games? I need to book the Monday off.

I expected the announcement to happen once the new Tottingham ground was open. Maybe it'll happen around the time of the draft
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on April 17, 2019, 11:10:23 PM
Bears game Sun 6th Oct at Tottenham. Downside is less tickets and the 6pm kick off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 17, 2019, 11:50:13 PM
If I don't get tickets for that I'm gonna cry.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 18, 2019, 08:13:45 AM
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Sunday, 6 October - Chicago Bears v Oakland Raiders (18:00 BST)

Sunday, 13 October - Carolina Panthers v Tampa Bay Buccaneers (14:30 BST)

Wembley Stadium

Sunday, 27 October - Cincinnati Bengals v LA Rams (17:00 GMT)

Sunday, 3 November - Houston Texans v Jacksonville Jaguars (14:30 GMT)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 18, 2019, 08:14:42 AM
If I don't get tickets for that I'm gonna cry.

I'll be at the Bears v Raiders game and probably one of the others. I've started sharing my tickets with a mate
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 19, 2019, 06:36:13 PM
If you have two spares I'll gladly pay for them!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on May 10, 2019, 07:29:59 PM
It's all gone very quiet re ticket sales
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: waynejames on May 10, 2019, 07:50:19 PM
Anyone who wants to follow our elite version of American Football, take a look at Bristol Pride.
It's a UK sports academy with some of the best UK/European youngsters in attendance.
They have had players progress to the NFL and the whole structure is based around education first and football second.
Any parents with budding footballers should take a look.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 16, 2019, 08:55:56 AM
Anyone any idea when Bears Raiders tickets will go on sale?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 16, 2019, 08:58:04 AM
Anyone any idea when Bears Raiders tickets will go on sale?

Nope

However, on the basis that I'm on vacation for the second half of June, I'd bet on then
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 16, 2019, 09:35:05 AM
I'm stressing that I won't be able to get any, was a nightmare last season and this is at a smaller ground. The tout sites will nick them and and the NFL will do nothing about it. Again. If I miss Da Bears I'll be gutted.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 22, 2019, 10:35:20 PM
Season ticket details announced but not single match tickets yet.

Unlike previous years you can't buy one season ticket for all the four games, you can buy a season ticket for the two Wembley games or the two Tottenham games. Or both, I suppose.

I'm desperate to go to the Bears Raiders game with my brother so if anyone is after two tickets for the other Tottenham game, Panthers Bucs, and would be interested in splitting a season ticket between us to guarantee we both get tickets for our respective games, let me know (I assume you can do this...)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 28, 2019, 02:47:14 PM
Wembley tickets renewed this morning

No priority booking for the Spuds games for existing Wembley ST holders. We've got to fight it out with everyone else.

I've seen the Raiders both in London and in the Colonies. However, I'll still be pissed off if I don't get tickets.

There's no problem sharing a ST. I now do it with a mate

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 28, 2019, 07:41:39 PM
Cheers UKRS.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 06, 2019, 08:45:20 AM
This is your reminder that tickets for the Tottingham games go on sale at 10am today

No priority booking for us regulars, so it's going to be chaos
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 06, 2019, 10:41:53 AM
Tix sorted for Tottingham
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 06, 2019, 11:31:34 AM
Lucky you. Been in queue since 10am and fuck all is happening!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 06, 2019, 11:41:54 AM
And now saying sold out. Absolutely gutted, two years in a row I've tried and failed to get tickets.

STOP LETTING TOUT SITES BUY ALL THE TICKETS YOU ******. 😡
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 06, 2019, 11:47:08 AM
Sorry to hear that cd

I think that there'll be individual games on sale in a couple of weeks.

After that, it might be worth trying direct with the Stadium
(That's how I got my baseball tickets at West Ham's council house)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 06, 2019, 11:53:08 AM
How do I do that, did you just email them?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 06, 2019, 12:04:48 PM
Looks like single game tickets are on sale on 27 Jun

Not sure what Tottenham's procedure will be if they sell tickets direct
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 06, 2019, 12:05:31 PM
A seat in my block for Bears v Raiders is already on StubHub for Ł364   >:(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 06, 2019, 12:17:10 PM
Thieving bastards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 27, 2019, 10:35:20 AM
I GOT BEARS TICKETS!!!!!!


YAAAASSSSSSSS!!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on June 27, 2019, 02:35:27 PM
Nice one ! I left it too late to go on line ah well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 27, 2019, 03:01:20 PM
They have announced on Twitter that they are setting up a Ticket Exchange for people to buy and sell tickets so you may still get one if you keep checking.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on June 27, 2019, 03:37:42 PM
I GOT BEARS TICKETS!!!!!!


YAAAASSSSSSSS!!!!

Ooh I learnt a song about them at Lambeau last season😉
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 28, 2019, 07:31:45 PM
I GOT BEARS TICKETS!!!!!!


YAAAASSSSSSSS!!!!

That’s great CD

I’m at that game, so let’s try to say hello
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 28, 2019, 09:51:15 PM
Sounds good to me, mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KRS on June 30, 2019, 08:48:55 PM
Also posted this on the baseball thread...

With a bit of luck, I should be in Florida, Buffalo/Toronto, and New York during September. Unable to confirm dates at this stage, but what would be the best NFL games to go to?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KRS on July 02, 2019, 06:34:42 PM
My travel dates and locations aren't confirmed yet but which games would be the pick of the bunch out of these games...

Sunday, 8 September 19   1:00pm - New York Jets vs Buffalo Bills at Metlife Stadium
Sunday, 8 September 19   4:35pm - Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs San Francisco 49ers at Raymond James Stadium
Sunday, 8 September 19   1:00pm - Jacksonville Jaguars vs Kansas City Chiefs at TIAA Bank Field
Sunday, 15 September 19   1:00pm - New York Giants vs Buffalo Bills at Metlife Stadium
Monday, 16 September 19   8:15pm - New York Jets vs Cleveland Browns at Metlife Stadium
Thursday, 19 September 19   8:20pm - Jacksonville Jaguars vs Tennessee Titans at TIAA Bank Field
Sunday, 22 September 19   1:00pm - Buffalo Bills vs Cincinnati Bengals at New Era Field
Sunday, 22 September 19   4:05pm - Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs New York Giants at Raymond James Stadium
Sunday, 29 September 19   1:00pm - New York Giants vs Washington Redskins at Metlife Stadium
Sunday, 29 September 19   1:00pm - Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots at New Era Field

We're open to any games but the Metlife in New Jersey looks like the best stadium to experience a game?

Would there be any issues getting tickets, and is it best to buy from resale sites or direct?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 02, 2019, 06:52:59 PM
As a pure game, I like the Jags Chiefs matchup.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 02, 2019, 07:22:14 PM
Depends what you're after. If you want to see a legend in, possibly, his last ever season, go and see the Patriots. They're wankers though, so feel free not to!

I like rivalry games so Jets v Bills or Giants vs The Washington Team would be my choice of those if I was attending one game.

Big things are expected of the Browns this season, for the first time since dinosaurs roamed the Earth, so they could be worth watching, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 02, 2019, 08:12:25 PM
 Brady says he wants to play until he's 45  :'(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 02, 2019, 09:26:57 PM
Give us peace, FFS. Retire and take Billicheat (I know, epic bantz) with you.

Sod's Law they get someone amazing as soon as he goes, just like Green Bay did when Favre fucked off.

Be nice to have a few years of them having Bearsesque Quarter Backs but can't see it happening.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 02, 2019, 09:28:32 PM
Grossman must be younger than Brady, they can have him
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 05, 2019, 09:00:06 AM
Legendary Raiders Wide Receiver Cliff Branch, dead at 71

https://www.mercurynews.com/2019/08/03/raiders-legend-cliff-branch-dies-at-71/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 06, 2019, 02:59:08 PM
36 years ago today I attended my first NFL game, Vikings v Cardinals pre-season at the old Wembley
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on August 07, 2019, 11:20:23 AM
First I've heard of this 18 game idea.  I suppose the NFL has expanded over the years but not sure how the extra 2 fixtures are decided.  https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2019/aug/07/nfl-18-game-season-schedule
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 07, 2019, 01:42:59 PM
Getting rid of two pointless preseason games and having the season extended to eighteen games is a fine idea. Doing so with a limit of players only being able to play sixteen out of the eighteen is fucking ludicrous. It will lead to an unfair league. If Chicago have to play against Tom Brady, so should Green Bay, and vice versa.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 07, 2019, 03:29:43 PM
The 18 game season has been suggested several times in the past but has always been nixed by the Players' Union. Despite being the weakest of the US players' organisations, they've always held firm on this one.

Having a pre-season containing a quarter of the games of the regular season has never made sense, so changing two into proper games is OK. The restricting players to 16 out of 18 is nonsense.
If the 18 game season does come in, they'll just increase the roster size or relax the rules on the Injured Reserve list, to something more in line with the MLB system
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 07, 2019, 03:41:09 PM
I'd rather just eighteen games, add a bye week or even two each to allow players extra recovery time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 09, 2019, 10:32:12 AM
Christian Wade scores for Buffalo in a pre-season game

I still expect him to be cut but he showed some impressive speed

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/49289561
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on August 09, 2019, 06:19:23 PM
36 years ago today I attended my first NFL game, Vikings v Cardinals pre-season at the old Wembley

Blimey, didnt realise the started coming to Wembley that early.
1988 Miami vs San Francisco for me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 09, 2019, 08:33:34 PM
36 years ago today I attended my first NFL game, Vikings v Cardinals pre-season at the old Wembley

Blimey, didnt realise the started coming to Wembley that early.
1988 Miami vs San Francisco for me.

Game report and some photos I took on the day

(https://i.ibb.co/pZVV3Lv/581-DCE34-82-BD-4-F77-AD7-A-6-F471-CE8-D1-C5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pZVV3Lv)

(https://i.ibb.co/tQKtdZB/BF40-BDC2-517-E-4-C75-93-B8-92-D94-DE78533.jpg) (https://ibb.co/tQKtdZB)

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 09, 2019, 08:34:58 PM

(https://i.ibb.co/RPQgnDz/150-C2203-CE00-4665-B492-4-D8-E18789-F0-C.jpg) (https://ibb.co/RPQgnDz)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 09, 2019, 08:52:27 PM

One thing that stands out in my memory is the full picnic we took into the game (not unusual at sporting events back then). It was a baking hot day and my dad decided that it was a good idea to pack some particularly ripe smelling Stilton cheese. It was a good job that the stands weren't very full, so people around us had plenty of room to move away.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KRS on August 13, 2019, 03:12:57 AM
I'll be in New York for the Giants vs Redskins game at the Metlife Stadium on 29th Sept. Looking at buying tickets but they are very expensive so could do with some advise. Ticket prices range from $115 to $545, but I'm not a big NFL so would rather not pay for the expensive tickets...we're mainly going for the atmosphere and just to see an NFL game in an amazing stadium!

The ticket and stadium plan is here: Giants vs Redskins Tickets (https://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/0000566EB1E562EA?brand=nygiants&artistid=805985&landing=s&wt.mc_id=NFL_TEAM_NYG_SINGLE_GAME_TICKETS_PG_LINK_GAME4&utm_source=NFL.com&utm_medium=client&utm_campaign=NFL_TEAM_NYG&utm_content=SINGLE_GAME_TICKETS_PG_LINK_REDSKINS)

I was thinking about blocks 301 or 326 up in the gods behind the goal for $115. Would these be a good view and atmosphere or are they too far from the pitch and atmosphere? Is it worth paying more than $115 for a ticket?

Any advise appreciated.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 13, 2019, 02:03:29 PM
I recommend sitting behind the goal.

I've watched NFL games from various angles over the years but have now settled for mid/upper level End Zone.

I've not been to MetLife Stadium, so can't offer any specific advice
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KRS on August 13, 2019, 02:36:08 PM
Sounds like we have the same taste UKR! I sit at the back of the Holte and sat in a similar seat at the Camp Nou, so makes sense to do the same at the Metlife...especially considering the extortionate prices! My thinking is also that you get to see and understand player and team movement better from a higher perspective.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 13, 2019, 02:46:13 PM
Sounds like we have the same taste UKR! I sit at the back of the Holte and sat in a similar seat at the Camp Nou, so makes sense to do the same at the Metlife...especially considering the extortionate prices! My thinking is also that you get to see and understand player and team movement better from a higher perspective.

Weirdly, for football I prefer sitting on the side and low down. My seat at Villa Park is behind the dugouts
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KRS on August 13, 2019, 02:56:15 PM
Ooooh that is weird! 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Simon Page on August 13, 2019, 05:44:57 PM
36 years ago today I attended my first NFL game, Vikings v Cardinals pre-season at the old Wembley

I was at that too. Huge punt return by the Vikings and Tommy Kramer running the game. It was better than most England games I saw at Wembley in the 80s.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on August 14, 2019, 08:59:05 PM
Sounds like we have the same taste UKR! I sit at the back of the Holte and sat in a similar seat at the Camp Nou, so makes sense to do the same at the Metlife...especially considering the extortionate prices! My thinking is also that you get to see and understand player and team movement better from a higher perspective.

Weirdly, for football I prefer sitting on the side and low down. My seat at Villa Park is behind the dugouts

You must be fairly close to my brother, that's where he and a couple of his mates are.
No where near me, though. Back of the North
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KRS on August 15, 2019, 01:48:49 AM
Just bought tickets for New York Giants vs Washington Redskins at Metlife Stadium...my first ever NFL game! Buzzin! :D

Found they sell resale tickets so got 2 tickets behind the endzone in upper tier for $81 each + fees so not bad at all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 15, 2019, 02:10:59 AM
Enjoy mate 😊
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: KRS on August 15, 2019, 03:22:35 AM
Cheers CD. I have no idea what the teams are like now but the Giants and Redskins were always 2 of the better teams when I was kid watching on tv...I'm sure it's going to be awesome and the stadium looks mindblowing!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 15, 2019, 07:24:53 AM
Redskins should be the better team, although RB Saquon Barkley is very good for the Giants.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 15, 2019, 03:54:56 PM
It's only in week four so you're guaranteed, at least, that each side will still have something to play for. With it being a divisional rivalry it should be great, even if the teams aren't!

Well jel.

I will get to Soldier Field one day...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on August 17, 2019, 09:28:43 AM
So how does pre season work as just noticed The Bears got hammered but with no starters actually playing ? Do they not bother with actual match practice like our football teams do ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 17, 2019, 12:24:50 PM
The first couple of games they tend to try out a few fringe players to see if they're good enough. The final game they usually rest most of the elite players so that they're fully fit for the first week of the proper season. The third preseason game, ie the next one, is when you are most likely to see the first choice stars. Even then, probably for only half a game maximum.

I'd expect the Bears (and Green Bay) to be especially reluctant to play starters as their season starts before everybody else, on a Thursday night (early Friday morning our time).

It's not the same for everyone and some seem to take preseason more seriously than others. I rember during the 2000s the Colts would seem to always lose all four preseason games then be Super Bowl contenders, while others look great in the friendlies then do fuck all when it all starts.

Long story short: nobody really cares about preseason and it's a travesty that season ticket holders are forced to pay to attend said games.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on August 17, 2019, 12:37:38 PM
Thanks good summary
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 17, 2019, 12:57:03 PM
Bears didn't play any starters on Offence of Defence. Still a bit of a hammering, as a lot of their starters didn't play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on August 17, 2019, 01:21:31 PM
Never mind any of that nonsense. How did our kicker(s) get on? I'll settle for losing all four preseason games if we unearth someone who never misses a field goal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on August 25, 2019, 11:58:45 AM
An absolute shocker for the Colts as Andrew Luck retires.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 25, 2019, 12:20:27 PM
An absolute shocker for the Colts as Andrew Luck retires.

Which means that the new Colts starting QB is a bloke who I’ve met

My photo of Jacoby Brissett taken at a Portland Sea Dogs baseball game just after he’d signed to be the Patriots third string QB


(https://i.ibb.co/kgq65ZC/25830976-F387-49-BB-AE79-4-C1-E8723-F5-F5.jpg) (https://ibb.co/kgq65ZC)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 25, 2019, 03:14:56 PM
Shame about Luck, seemed like a good guy.

Brissett looks more than capable. If Colts carry on from Last year, they don't need a world beater at QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on August 26, 2019, 10:06:09 AM
Does anyone know why was he heckled by the colts fans after the announcement? Seems very odd.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 26, 2019, 11:01:25 AM
Does anyone know why was he heckled by the colts fans after the announcement? Seems very odd.

Because those fans were arseholes who care more about their team than the health of the players
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on August 29, 2019, 04:44:06 PM
An absolute shocker for the Colts as Andrew Luck retires.
I remember when it was a toss up who would finish with the first draft pick and fans of various teams were turning up with "Suck for Luck" banners.
Didn't he have major reconstructive surgery on his throwing shoulder a few years back?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2019, 11:56:17 AM
Bears @ Packers tonight

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6e/Red_Grange_1925.jpg) (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/17/40/57/174057f90753d78aa4c3cde21b3a4085.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 05, 2019, 02:28:30 PM
Bears @ Packers tonight

Bears are at home.  It should be a good one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 05, 2019, 02:46:06 PM
Nervous.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 05, 2019, 03:00:40 PM
Wouldn't be nervous if I was you. Packers were a fucking shambles last season and nothing they've done in preseason suggests they will be any better.

It will all be on Rodgers again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 05, 2019, 03:23:52 PM
The last sentence is what worries me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 05, 2019, 03:34:51 PM
Wouldn't be nervous if I was you. Packers were a fucking shambles last season and nothing they've done in preseason suggests they will be any better.

It will all be on Rodgers again.

I'd say completely revamping the defense suggests that might be better.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 05, 2019, 03:54:38 PM
Been far too many false dawns with the Packers defense over last few years.

I'll believe it when I see it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 05, 2019, 05:34:03 PM
I’m not at all nervous as a Packers fan. This is very much like Villa at Spurs: a free hit and if we win great but as long as we’re not dicked it shouldn’t harm us too much.
As well as the rebooted defense we also have a new system to bed in offensively which hopefully will add some consistency rather than relying on No.12 to get us out of the shite... as good as that is when he does.

Looking forward to it....Go Pack!


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2019, 06:14:50 PM
Looking like the Raiders will suspend Antonio Brown before he even plays a regular season game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 05, 2019, 09:12:41 PM
Looking like the Raiders will suspend Antonio Brown before he even plays a regular season game

Whilst he is a dick, part of me wants to see him play at Tottingham's ground.

Oh and Beardown Chicago Bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 05, 2019, 09:34:06 PM
Rumours that Brown might go to the Pats
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 05, 2019, 09:56:04 PM
That would be ideal for him as they don't have a meaningful game until January. Surely he will have, ahem, sorted his helmet out by then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on September 05, 2019, 10:21:06 PM
Quote
Jamie Gillan arrived in the US as a rugby-obsessed teenager who had never watched American football and had no intention of playing the game.

Six years later, the Scot will make his NFL debut this week after securing the starting job as Cleveland Browns' punter.

Full article https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/49568476
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 06, 2019, 04:41:49 AM
Not one for neutrals... but a fantastic win for The Packers over Da Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 06, 2019, 06:02:25 AM
49ers for the Superbowl this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 06, 2019, 12:51:11 PM
Well, at least we were 100% with our field goals...

And at least my instinct to bet on Green Bay paid off. 😔
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 06, 2019, 01:44:12 PM
Very disappointing as we have a Superbowl  D and  an inconsistent  and frustrating QB
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 06, 2019, 02:04:00 PM
The running game needs to improve, too. Worryingly Packers D looks very good and didn't miss Clay Matthews at all.

Why can't we have Bills, Jets and fucking Dolphins in our division 😕
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2019, 07:22:19 PM
Raiders release Antonio Brown
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 08, 2019, 11:09:23 AM
What an absolute bellend he is.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2019, 11:18:50 AM
In the least shocking news of the week, he's already signed for the Pats
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 08, 2019, 12:37:45 PM
Are Raiders entitled to any draft pick as compensation?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2019, 02:21:51 PM
Are Raiders entitled to any draft pick as compensation?

I don’t think so because he was released.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 08, 2019, 02:39:18 PM
In the least shocking news of the week, he's already signed for the Pats

It's all very conveniently fallen into their lap...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 08, 2019, 07:24:41 PM
Any Dolphins fans here?

Feel for you if so. Looking like a tough season for Miami.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 08, 2019, 07:27:08 PM
Any Dolphins fans here?

Feel for you if so. Looking like a tough season for Miami.

Dolphins appear to be playing flag football. 42-0 down and not even HT yet  :o
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 08, 2019, 08:43:32 PM
I think the Ravens have gone favourites.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 08, 2019, 09:06:03 PM
Meet the new Browns, same as the old Browns.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 08, 2019, 09:48:54 PM
Any Dolphins fans here?

Feel for you if so. Looking like a tough season for Miami.
Waves sheepishly.

Aqua marine is the new Brown apparently.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 09, 2019, 02:32:16 PM
Any Dolphins fans here?

Feel for you if so. Looking like a tough season for Miami.
Waves sheepishly.

Aqua marine is the new Brown apparently.

It looks like it's on purpose to be fair. Gutting the roster in such a way to guarantee being the worst team in the league.

Tua will be avaliable as the 1st draft pick for next year, and is a QB to build around. Dolphins also have a number of other draft picks in the 1st 2 rounds over the next couple of years and a lot of cap space to use on free agents.

So whilst this and maybe next year will be painful, theoretically there should be decent times ahead.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 10, 2019, 08:57:40 PM
Limited tickets go on sale Thursday for the 4 London games - here's hoping I get a Bears one.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2019, 11:39:59 PM
Good luck mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 12, 2019, 12:24:09 PM
Has anyone received their tickets yet ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2019, 08:42:48 PM
I haven't. I've received my AFC Wimbledon vs Rochdale tickets for the day before...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2019, 08:43:03 PM
Limited tickets go on sale Thursday for the 4 London games - here's hoping I get a Bears one.

Any luck?
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Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 12, 2019, 09:00:10 PM
Any Dolphins fans here?

Feel for you if so. Looking like a tough season for Miami.
Waves sheepishly.

Aqua marine is the new Brown apparently.

It looks like it's on purpose to be fair. Gutting the roster in such a way to guarantee being the worst team in the league.

Tua will be avaliable as the 1st draft pick for next year, and is a QB to build around. Dolphins also have a number of other draft picks in the 1st 2 rounds over the next couple of years and a lot of cap space to use on free agents.

So whilst this and maybe next year will be painful, theoretically there should be decent times ahead.

Thanks for the insight. I don't tend to follow the off season so it was a bit of a shock to see the roster. Just watching our weekly NFL talkshow where one of the talking heads has just offered the opinion that the Dolphins are indeed looking a couple of seasons down the line. Problem will be that some of the players taking two years of beatings will suddenly be expected to turn into winners.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 13, 2019, 03:30:06 PM
Limited tickets go on sale Thursday for the 4 London games - here's hoping I get a Bears one.

Any luck?

Sadly no so it's Sky Sports for me
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 13, 2019, 05:32:24 PM
Any Dolphins fans here?

Feel for you if so. Looking like a tough season for Miami.
Waves sheepishly.

Aqua marine is the new Brown apparently.

It looks like it's on purpose to be fair. Gutting the roster in such a way to guarantee being the worst team in the league.

Tua will be avaliable as the 1st draft pick for next year, and is a QB to build around. Dolphins also have a number of other draft picks in the 1st 2 rounds over the next couple of years and a lot of cap space to use on free agents.

So whilst this and maybe next year will be painful, theoretically there should be decent times ahead.

Thanks for the insight. I don't tend to follow the off season so it was a bit of a shock to see the roster. Just watching our weekly NFL talkshow where one of the talking heads has just offered the opinion that the Dolphins are indeed looking a couple of seasons down the line. Problem will be that some of the players taking two years of beatings will suddenly be expected to turn into winners.

This is the problem with sports that have no relegation. Teams can basically opt out for a couple of seasons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 13, 2019, 10:05:06 PM
Limited tickets go on sale Thursday for the 4 London games - here's hoping I get a Bears one.

Any luck?

Sadly no so it's Sky Sports for me

Sorry. Maybe worth keep checking the ticket exchange sites. They're a rip off at the minute but maybe they'll get cheaper near kick off as they don't want to be lumbered with the ticket.
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Post by: Axl Rose on September 14, 2019, 04:08:55 AM
https://www.90min.com/posts/6454117-all-20-premier-league-teams-their-nfl-counterparts?utm_source=RSS
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2019, 11:13:04 AM
Has anyone received their tickets yet ?

Just checked the confirmation email and it just says you should have received them up to 48 hours before the event. It was the same nonsense with the Playoff Final down the road. No idea why people can't email tickets over, pointless deforestation.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 15, 2019, 08:13:05 PM
Packers need to wake up and fast.

After a great start, they've been poor to allow the Vikings right back into it. Defense has looked generally good, but allowed 3 huge plays.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 15, 2019, 09:31:30 PM
Well the Packers won. Not pretty with the offense going to shit after an excellent 1st quarter.

Defensively encouraging. Let down by several big plays but generally solid and forcing turnovers.

Rodgers not quite the player he was, but if the defense continues to play well he may not need to be.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 15, 2019, 10:58:24 PM
The Bears' attack makes Scott Hogan look prolific.
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Post by: andrew08 on September 15, 2019, 11:08:36 PM
Well the Packers won. Not pretty with the offense going to shit after an excellent 1st quarter.

Defensively encouraging. Let down by several big plays but generally solid and forcing turnovers.

Rodgers not quite the player he was, but if the defense continues to play well he may not need to be.

I sit here in a bar in Green Bay having suffered a squeaky win. I mentioned the fact that AR might not be quite as good as he once was...

It got the same response as saying ‘Paul McGrath... bit shit he is’
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 15, 2019, 11:25:16 PM
A touchdown! It only took 102 minutes!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 15, 2019, 11:38:46 PM
I think the Bears will be close to the Superbowl this year, mate. Just need to tweak the attack.

I can't remember the last time the 49ers started a season with back to back wins. Steelers will be a sterner test next time out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 16, 2019, 12:20:55 AM
So much for my plan to get some sleep. Fuck's sake Bears.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 16, 2019, 12:24:40 AM
If you never get a first down, you can't expect your defence to keep bailing you out. Absolutely piss poor.

Season could be as good as over by the time we go to London.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 16, 2019, 12:32:10 AM
YAAAAAAAASSSS WE HAVE A KICKER!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 16, 2019, 12:35:46 AM
Feckin hell that was dramatic!!! Some teams don't experience as much shenanigans in a whole season as just happened in the last 30 seconds of the Bears game.

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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 16, 2019, 12:40:43 AM
Hopefully a few ghosts exorcised with that win. Gonna be fucking knackered for the Villa tomorrow!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 16, 2019, 12:43:32 AM
Think the roughing the passer call that gave the Bears a chance was bollocks.

Fair play to Trubisky for the play before the FG. Literally perfect to the second.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 16, 2019, 12:47:15 AM
One big ridiculous call per team, IMO. Quarter Backs are treated as an endangered species.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 16, 2019, 12:53:51 AM
So difficult for the defenders to know what to do now. Late hits, helmet to helmet and cheap shots to QB's legs are rightly penalised.

However, legitimate tackles like that should not be flagged.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Comrade Blitz on September 16, 2019, 02:36:59 AM
Officiating in the NFL often makes Kevin Friend look competent
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Post by: dubont on September 16, 2019, 07:13:41 PM
I think the Bears will be close to the Superbowl this year, mate. Just need to tweak the attack.

I can't remember the last time the 49ers started a season with back to back wins. Steelers will be a sterner test next time out.

Ben Roethlisberger out for the season makes it an easier task.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 16, 2019, 07:44:39 PM
Officiating in the NFL often makes Kevin Friend look competent

If you think that's bad you should have seen the officiating in BAFL in the late 80s. And then multiply by 10 for the junior league.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 21, 2019, 07:26:45 AM
Antonio Brown released by New England Patriots after just one game  (http://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/49777151)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 21, 2019, 09:10:47 AM
Bears Raiders tickets have arrived.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2019, 12:58:15 PM
Bears Raiders tickets have arrived.

Mine haven’t arrived yet. Hopefully it’ll just be the standard day or two delay due to me being a yokel
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2019, 01:08:45 PM
UCLA come back from 32 points down in the second half to win a 130 point thriller over Washington State

https://youtu.be/JmBOvdO_8UA
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2019, 03:30:16 PM
Antonio Brown released by New England Patriots after just one game  (http://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/49777151)

He now says that he'll never play in the NFL again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 22, 2019, 03:32:58 PM
Antonio Brown released by New England Patriots after just one game  (http://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/49777151)

He now says that he'll never play in the NFL again.
I suspect that 32 owners might take that decision out of his hands after the last couple of weeks antics and accusations.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 22, 2019, 04:25:22 PM
Yep, if you’re too much of an idiot for even the Raiders and the Patriots, there’s nowhere left to go.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 22, 2019, 09:06:48 PM
UCLA come back from 32 points down in the second half to win a 130 point thriller over Washington State

https://youtu.be/JmBOvdO_8UA

Washington QB threw 9 touchdown passes and still lost.

That must be some sort of record.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 22, 2019, 09:33:05 PM
Ah well, at least the Packers won again today.

Offense still mediocre at best but the defense stepping up again. Will need to get something going offensively at some point.

NFC north looking a strong division this year.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 22, 2019, 11:49:20 PM
One of the best Ds in the league + Aaron Rodgers looks Super Bowley to me. Got Tuesday off for Da Bears against the [racist word deleted].
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 23, 2019, 12:26:33 AM
Some seriously shit kicking by the Bucs, there. Two missed extra points and an easy Field Goal and they lose by one. Why did they take a delay of game penalty? You should always get a 34 yarder, but 29 yards is even easier.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 23, 2019, 01:01:49 AM
Some seriously shit kicking by the Bucs, there. Two missed extra points and an easy Field Goal and they lose by one. Why did they take a delay of game penalty? You should always get a 34 yarder, but 29 yards is even easier.

Yeah that was poor. Still had a time out, so could have ran the play to move the ball centrally.

Daniel Jones looked impressive.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 23, 2019, 01:05:57 AM
One of the best Ds in the league + Aaron Rodgers looks Super Bowley to me. Got Tuesday off for Da Bears against the [racist word deleted].

The defence has been excellent. Offence started the last two games really well, then struggled badly when having to go off script. Hoping it will click and in fairness we've played two excellent defences in the Bears and Vikings, and a decent one in the Broncos.

Don't think Rodgers is the player he once was, but hopefully still good enough with a strong defence to contend.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 23, 2019, 03:02:52 PM
UCLA come back from 32 points down in the second half to win a 130 point thriller over Washington State

https://youtu.be/JmBOvdO_8UA

Washington QB threw 9 touchdown passes and still lost.

That must be some sort of record.

When I heard about the comeback and final score, I assumed that this was one of those games with multiple OT periods, where the points pile up with hardly any yardage. However, all this happened in a regular 60 minute game. Bonkers
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2019, 02:24:10 AM
Enjoying this so far... 😊
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2019, 04:20:40 AM
Eased up a bit in the second half, but that'll do. Big game against Vikings next and then it's Oakland/Los Angeles/Oakland/Mexico City/Winnipeg/London/Las Vegas Raiders at Tottingham.
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Post by: andrew08 on September 24, 2019, 06:56:38 AM
They’ve got a team for sure Da Bears, the game next week will be one to watch against The Vikings. I’d like to see the Patriots play in the NFC North for a season. Can three of our teams make the play offs?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 24, 2019, 07:08:47 PM
Three teams from the same division can make the playoffs. Within each conference, the four division winners and next best two teams make the post-season. No reason why you can't have three teams from the same division make it. It has happened quite a few times, most recently the season before last when the playoffs included the NFC South's Saints, Panthers and Falcons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 25, 2019, 09:37:29 AM
I've still not received my tickets for the Spuds games.

I checked my Ticketmaster account and followed the link to where you can check if tickets have been printed. There was nothing there.

I phoned up and was told that because I'm a Season Ticket holder, my NFL tickets aren't held in my main TM account. The place they're held does not provide the same level on information online as the main TM site.

Therefore, although purchasers of single games can monitor their tickets, ST holders cannot.

EDIT - finally turned up on Tue 1st
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2019, 09:56:46 AM
Bizarre. McGrath knows why they can't just email over a ticket. Solihull Moors can manage it so no idea why it's so difficult for Tottenham and Wembley.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 27, 2019, 01:35:43 AM
That was a poor cheap shot by the Philadelphia defender. Whistle had gone and Williams was clearly stopped.

Very lucky not be ejected from the game.
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Post by: cdbearsfan on September 27, 2019, 05:38:07 PM
Good start to the weekend, shame they couldn't score that many touchdowns against Green Bay when they were all playing for us... Need to capitalise on Sunday.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 27, 2019, 05:51:37 PM
Reality check for the Packer defence who just couldn't stop the run.

Poor decision to throw the ball from the 1 yard line 4 times too. You have to run it at least once there.

On a side note, its good to see how the NFL is fucking up these pass interference challenges the same way the premier league is fucking up VAR. Both challenges (the GB one in particular) should have been overturned, and the game winning interception should have been brought back for PI too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 03, 2019, 01:21:19 PM
Was looking at London pubs showing the NFL and there is one in Peckham called Six Yard Box. When I looked at the images it is full of Villa fans! Think it is where the London Lions meet up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 05, 2019, 07:09:56 PM
Every NFL score there’s ever been

https://nflscorigami.com/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 06, 2019, 10:42:01 AM
I like the green dot in the top right corner. That was us, that was. Washington's coach shouldn't have pissed us off the year before...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2019, 03:35:15 PM
Is anyone else near the Spuds Stadium ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 06, 2019, 07:23:28 PM
Bastards have saved their worst performance of the season for when I am watching.

Sorry Redsox only just seen your message. We arrived near the ground about half four.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 06, 2019, 07:28:25 PM
Bastards have saved their worst performance of the season for when I am watching.

Sorry Redsox only just seen your message. We arrived near the ground about half four.

I was surprised that the Bears only flew over a couple of days ago, whereas the Raiders have been here all week.

Surely its better preparation from the Raiders? (someone will probably have a stat that proves that wrong)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2019, 08:10:46 PM
Nice HT lead of 17-0 but Bears are on top now :(

21 unanswered points
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Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2019, 08:38:55 PM
Raiders have been shit this half
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 06, 2019, 10:04:05 PM
Pulled it out at the end though Mr Sox. I thought they would really struggle this year but they've got off to a good start.

Packers started well in Dallas, so probably time to bet on the cowboys  ::)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 06, 2019, 11:03:45 PM
Just seen the injury to Mason Rudolph in the Steelers v Ravens game. It's a sickening blow (no fault of the defender) and a reminder of the brutality of dangers of American football.

Thankfully he got up and was talking.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 07, 2019, 12:20:42 AM
Packers completely fucking this up and not even taking their time about it.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 07, 2019, 12:23:22 AM
Wait a minute... Dallas turn the ball over and the refs dont throw a flag to cancel it?

Jerry Jones will not like that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 07, 2019, 12:42:58 AM
Regardless of what the result will be, this has been awful game management from the Packers. Way too aggressive on defence when you just need to take time off the clock, throwing the ball when running it takes time off.

Very very poor
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Post by: dubont on October 07, 2019, 12:55:37 AM
A poor 4th quarter but overal an excellent result for the Pack.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 07, 2019, 01:15:58 AM
Yeah great result as expected a defeat.

For the last 20 minutes or so it was managed so poorly by both coaches and Rodgers. There was no need to be so aggressive on defence that it left Amari Cooper one on one and so susceptable to big plays. Just needed to force them to take time off the clock driving down the field.

Was some poor officiating also. The flag that was thrown for a false start after the fumble was recovered was really bad. Effectively punishing GB for Dallas infringing.

Aaron Jones fantastic and took a lot of the burden off Rodgers with Devante Adams missing. Defence stood up big for 2 2/3 quarters.
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Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 07, 2019, 04:37:43 AM
Exceptional performance for the Colts to win at Kansas. I would say in a general sense, that the NFL have really made the onside kick a pointless charade now.

They need to find a way to tweak it back so the kicking team at least have some chance of recovering.

 
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Post by: UK Redsox on October 07, 2019, 03:53:31 PM
Pulled it out at the end though Mr Sox. I thought they would really struggle this year but they've got off to a good start.

Packers started well in Dallas, so probably time to bet on the cowboys  ::)

The Raiders did everything they could to hand that game to the Bears.

Bad roughing the passer call by the zebras to negate the Raiders interception. Even Bear fanatic Mike Wilbon said so.

45 points...and every single one of them scored at the other end of the stadium to where we were sitting.

The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.......... Probably the best NFL stadium I've been to. Way better than Wembley or (the absolutely awful) Twickenham and also better than the NFL stadiums in the US that I've been to.

The place is superb. Having been there, Villa Park can get knocked down tomorrow, if it means we get one like it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 08, 2019, 10:38:24 AM
The 49ers have won 4 out of 4 now. I had a silly bet on them to win the Superbowl at the start of the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 08, 2019, 03:19:15 PM
Was very impressed with Tottingham Hotspurs ground. The only minor quibble is that they were very slow pouring beers. No idea why, as the same system at Villa takes about 2 seconds per pint.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2019, 09:07:19 AM
Was very impressed with Tottingham Hotspurs ground. The only minor quibble is that they were very slow pouring beers. No idea why, as the same system at Villa takes about 2 seconds per pint.

My only minor problem was one of the stewards trying to stop me taking in an empty plastic water bottle. I just blustered something about that policy not being very green* and carried on walking in, carrying my bottle.

(* the truth is that I'm too cheap to pay for water in stadiums)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2019, 09:53:31 AM
Service was poor. You expect big queues before the game and at half time, but in previous NFL games you've been able to time drinks visits during other breaks in play and hardly missed a thing. This time there was never less than a 10-15 minute queue. Considering they have the fancy bottom-up pint pouring system, there's no excuse for how slow they were.

Tip for those attending future games... get as many drinks as you can carry each trip if you are planning to have a few drinks while you're there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2019, 10:47:44 AM
cd/ad.......where were you sat ?

We were at the end with the chicken, level with the right hand sideline (looking at the pitch). Great view

A Tampa supporting mate will be having my ticket for the next game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2019, 11:38:36 AM
509 in the corner, about half way up. At the end where all the points were scored!
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Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2019, 11:39:54 AM

(https://i.ibb.co/MPSZ5P9/IMG-20191006-WA0019.jpg) (https://ibb.co/MPSZ5P9)


This was our view, pre-game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2019, 01:12:43 PM
Here's our view (Block 251)

(https://i.ibb.co/5KrHRVz/IMG-3087.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5KrHRVz)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 15, 2019, 06:26:49 AM
The Packers got the benefit of some strange officiating this morning. Good!

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 15, 2019, 04:35:40 PM
Yeah, looking at the replays neither one looked like hands to the face/neck. Home team decisions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 15, 2019, 10:47:16 PM
Two shocking decisions really. Both critical to the result too. I do think Detroit were given a TD when the running back probably didn't break the plain, but that one was debatable.

All that aside, Rodgers displayed how great he is in the 4th quarter. With a receiving corp down to the bare bones and dropping most things which came their way, to drag the team to a win was an outstanding effort.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 16, 2019, 08:41:43 PM
There are always bad calls in every game but the decisions are taken out of the game if Detroit make one or two of their 5 field goals into TD’s. As ever in a close defeat the officials always get the finger pointed at them, when in reality the Lions left 20 points on the field themselves.

The Packers lost to the Eagles the other week and the final play should have been called for pass interference which would have sent the game into overtime...conveniently ignoring Rodgers error in not see the open man standing in the end zone, but it’s easier to blame the officials.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 17, 2019, 08:50:41 AM
The return of the XFL

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/27836782/xfl-draft-preview-top-qbs-former-nfl-players-college-stars-know

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XFL_(2020)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 18, 2019, 10:15:38 PM
Mahomes injured again.
Bad news for Chiefs if long term
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 19, 2019, 08:27:17 AM
It'll be short term. They have Green Bay and Minnesota in their next games but don't play Da Bears until Christmas. Ffs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 21, 2019, 06:46:14 AM
It’s been a nice couple of weekends with Villa and the Packers winning. I sense things won’t be quite so good next week with Man City and Kansas City looming..... well for the Packers anyway😉
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 21, 2019, 02:04:02 PM
Mahomes is out for Kansas so GB will have a good chance to win next week. Especially if Rodgers continues the form he showed last night. I didn't think he still had the ability to play like that after watching him the 1st couple of weeks, but he made some truly staggering throws.

A worry that Oakland moved the ball so easily. The game could have been a lot different if Carr wouldn't have fumbled at the 1 yard line towards the end of the 1st half.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 21, 2019, 04:12:46 PM
Season over. Pathetic performance following on from Nagy's decision not to treat the trip to London with any respect. We have lost all momentum and Green Bay have basically got a two game advantage as they won't be playing Mahomes while we are. Mind you, we couldn't beat New Orleans with Brees and half the team out so might not have made any difference.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 22, 2019, 11:17:56 AM
Got to wonder how it's gone so bad so soon after last year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 23, 2019, 10:42:40 PM
So College Football, Clemson in a shit conference and flattering to deceive as usual, Bama rolling on and can they get Tua back for the LSU game, LSU seem to have found an offense, OU seem to have found a defence, the Buckeyes and Nittany Lions are back (unlike Texas 😂😂😂) and the PAC12 is still Blues. As you were.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2019, 10:09:29 AM
I saw Clemson play live in person back in 2006, ie before they became a national title contender.

They lost in double OT at Boston College



I then got the 'T' straight to Fenway for a Red Sox game.

The next day I went to Foxboro to see the Bills @ Patriots. The Pats won with a Safety in OT

Quite a weekend of sport
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 24, 2019, 10:20:15 AM
Season over. Pathetic performance following on from Nagy's decision not to treat the trip to London with any respect. We have lost all momentum and Green Bay have basically got a two game advantage as they won't be playing Mahomes while we are. Mind you, we couldn't beat New Orleans with Brees and half the team out so might not have made any difference.

Mahomes may play yet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2019, 11:57:23 AM
Is anyone else going to Wemberleee on Sunday ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2019, 12:42:50 PM
Bill Belichick's next win will be number 300

https://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/27892192/rare-company-patriots-bill-belichick-closing-300th-nfl-win

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With a victory against the visiting Cleveland Browns on Sunday (4:25 p.m. ET, CBS), Belichick will notch his 300th victory as a head coach (268 in the regular season, 31 in the playoffs). Only Don Shula (347) and George Halas (324) have more
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 24, 2019, 03:12:37 PM
So College Football, Clemson in a shit conference and flattering to deceive as usual,

As usual?  They've won two of the last 3 National Championships.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 24, 2019, 04:46:48 PM
So College Football, Clemson in a shit conference and flattering to deceive as usual,

As usual?  They've won two of the last 3 National Championships.

Haven’t they got the best ever ever ever QB who the Dolphins and Redskins are tanking to pick?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 25, 2019, 02:15:19 PM
So College Football, Clemson in a shit conference and flattering to deceive as usual,

As usual?  They've won two of the last 3 National Championships.

Haven’t they got the best ever ever ever QB who the Dolphins and Redskins are tanking to pick?

He's a great quarterback, but as we have seen many times, that doesn't always translate to the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 25, 2019, 02:30:18 PM
So College Football, Clemson in a shit conference and flattering to deceive as usual,

As usual?  They've won two of the last 3 National Championships.

Haven’t they got the best ever ever ever QB who the Dolphins and Redskins are tanking to pick?

Think they are going for Tua from Alabama. Trevor Lawrence has probably got another year left in college before he enters the draft. Lawrence hasn't played to the same standard as last year and its a Clemson team that isn't as strong.

Its the issue with college football rankings. Clemson's schedule is very weak this year, so more than likely they will go unbeaten and get a spot in the playoffs. I don't for a second believe that they are one of the 4 best teams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 25, 2019, 09:26:07 PM
There’s reports that Brady might opt out of his contract at the end of the season. Either retirement or a move to one of the California teams
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 27, 2019, 08:02:49 PM
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaggggghhhhh
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 27, 2019, 09:25:17 PM
Actually dominated today, but still managed to lose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 27, 2019, 11:22:33 PM
Season over ? Very anti climatic after last year. Beginning to wonder if Nagy is the problem just as much as Trubisky.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 27, 2019, 11:25:28 PM
It was certainly pretty baffling not to even bother moving the ball between the hashmarks before attempting the decisive kick when we had a down in hand. And as for the utter clusterfuck play-calling at the end of the second quarter. To not even get an extra chance at the endzone when the Chargers had done all they could to keep giving us extra chances. Some of the worst I've ever seen. Why would you run the ball in bounds with seconds left?

That said, I do think Nagy is pretty much bullet-proof, for now, after last season. But if this season continues to drift and next season starts badly, the knives will be out. Bears fans are not slow in expressing their displeasure.

Oh, and ditch Mitch. He isn't even getting any runs and we aren't producing any of the trick plays we pulled off last season. These all helped to cover up his deficiencies in 2018. Not only is he not getting better, he's getting worse. Much worse. He is never going to be a franchise QB and we should already be looking at viable replacements.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 28, 2019, 08:33:50 AM
The Mighty Packers won again. The usual suspects did their thing and of course the Chiefs had Mahomes pacing about on the sideline rather than on the pitch. He looked like he could be ready for next week, which is the Vikings who need to lose soon.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 03, 2019, 05:00:27 PM
Very one-sided game at Wembley today
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2019, 07:24:37 PM
Every week Da Bears get worse.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 03, 2019, 11:19:35 PM
Horror show from the Packers today.

Good job the Vikings lost.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 04, 2019, 06:48:25 AM
Horror show from the Packers today.

Good job the Vikings lost.

Absolutely... All the images from the pre game had the look of a team on a post season weekend break in the sun. A good test for them now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 04, 2019, 01:50:54 PM
Its worrying that with Devante Adams back last night that the offence looked so bad compared to the last few weeks. I wonder if there is pressure for Rodgers to target Adams too much?

The defence has been struggling since the 1st couple of games of the season. They've given up a hell of a lot of yards and have made their stands in the red zone. That isn't sustainable and will get shown up in a playoff game. They have to find a way of stopping the run.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 04, 2019, 07:44:01 PM
Well done, Baltimore.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 05, 2019, 08:23:24 PM
Its worrying that with Devante Adams back last night that the offence looked so bad compared to the last few weeks. I wonder if there is pressure for Rodgers to target Adams too much?

The defence has been struggling since the 1st couple of games of the season. They've given up a hell of a lot of yards and have made their stands in the red zone. That isn't sustainable and will get shown up in a playoff game. They have to find a way of stopping the run.

I think there were issues with preparation. They left 2 days early, they were issued with out of pocket expenses cash (why I have no idea) to feed themselves with.... don’t they have a chef or nutritionist?

I don’t follow any of the other teams so don’t know how they do it but every time the Packers travel they fly in their own personal clothes and we get shown them landing at the airport with their expensive luggage, ripped trousers and thousand dollar trainers like they’re on a catwalk and not going to work. It would be odd to see the Villa traveling anywhere in anything other than team wear, all dressed more or less the same.

Maybe it’s a cultural thing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 15, 2019, 03:19:43 PM
Ooh.... someone’s gonna get a long ban. Ripping off the QB’s helmet then beating him with it? Stunning work!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 15, 2019, 06:44:46 PM
Absolute SCENES at the end of that game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 15, 2019, 08:35:06 PM
Ooh.... someone’s gonna get a long ban. Ripping off the QB’s helmet then beating him with it? Stunning work!

Was good wasn't it?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 15, 2019, 09:53:33 PM
Ooh.... someone’s gonna get a long ban. Ripping off the QB’s helmet then beating him with it? Stunning work!

Was good wasn't it?

Oh yes, and the shoeing of the guy. A proper brawl then someone wearing a helmet got kicked in the head while on the floor... it probably hurt the kicker more😀
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 25, 2019, 02:47:20 AM
I'm still sticking by my 49ers for the Superbowl prediction.

It's going to take a big comeback from the Packers now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 25, 2019, 04:38:16 AM
I’m at Levi Stadium. Well that’s the Packers battered,  fare play to the 9ers they’re good...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2019, 10:14:08 AM
I’m at Levi Stadium. Well that’s the Packers battered,  fare play to the 9ers they’re good...

Nice. What's the stadium like ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2019, 10:15:34 AM
My Raiders are inconsistent. The appeared to be in contention for a playoff spot and then go lose to the fecking Jets  >:(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 25, 2019, 11:07:17 PM
I’m at Levi Stadium. Well that’s the Packers battered,  fare play to the 9ers they’re good...

Nice. What's the stadium like ?

Well it was $15 a pint which stung as much as the score. It doesn’t look great externally, inside its just another NFL bowl... it’s certainly different to Lambeau and I was at Foxboro last season and that is far better and significantly louder.  I’ve been to AT &T in Dallas and that blows every stadium out the water that I’ve been to... except of course Villa Park.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2019, 01:06:26 PM
Around the NFL in 84 Days

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/50583988
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 30, 2019, 08:09:08 AM
 Worth noting that Atlanta recovered 2 onside kicks against the Saints on Thursday.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 02, 2019, 08:14:25 AM
Just your standard 'Punter throws Touchdown pass to Kicker'



Meanwhile.....The Raiders are crap and the Bungles finally win a game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 03, 2019, 02:09:52 PM
Just your standard 'Punter throws Touchdown pass to Kicker'

Love stuff like that.   Most punters/kickers never get to throw or catch the ball and they both got in on the action there.

Steelers (with virtually no offense) are in the playoff picture.   So much so, they have flexed the home game against Buffalo in a couple of weeks to prime time on Sunday Night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 04, 2019, 12:11:38 AM
Wish we played in the shitty AFC. We could win ten games and not make the playoffs. Okay, we won't. But still.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 04, 2019, 12:40:07 PM
Wish we played in the shitty AFC. We could win ten games and not make the playoffs. Okay, we won't. But still.

Have you seen the NFC East?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 04, 2019, 12:52:11 PM
Wish we played in the shitty AFC. We could win ten games and not make the playoffs. Okay, we won't. But still.

Have you seen the NFC East?

How the Washington Football Team isn't bottom of that division is beyond me. they are dire
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 06, 2019, 06:00:20 AM
NFC east winners to stink out the playoffs. Pretty much the only games the Cowboys have won have been against their crap rivals.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 06, 2019, 11:41:09 AM
If only we played in that division. I can never remember a time when the Packers and the Vikings were both rubbish. Obviously, the Lions have been shite a fair few times.

At least Mitch is looking a lot better. Probably too late. I think if we had treated the London game with respect rather than as an inconvenience and not lost all form for a month we would be heading for the playoffs. That has to be Nagy's fault.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on December 06, 2019, 06:57:13 PM
Totally agree CD. Be good to beat one of our rivals on the road though to put some gloss on the season. Packers would be my preference !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 06, 2019, 07:40:19 PM
Sounds like we might get Hicks back for that one, but Roquan could well be out for the season. Getting Trevathan healthy would be a big bonus.

Way our backup TEs are playing so far, Burton and Shaheen could be history.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 08, 2019, 08:14:05 AM
Buckeyes, LSU, Clemson, Sooners.

Buckeyes, LSU.

Buckeyes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 08, 2019, 08:29:17 PM
Buckeyes, LSU, Clemson, Sooners.

Buckeyes, LSU.

Buckeyes.

Well I got that wrong, swap round your Buckeyes and LSU (LSU no 1, really?!!) but same end result.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 09, 2019, 11:25:30 AM
Watching the 49ers this morning helped with the Villa hangover.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 09, 2019, 01:00:36 PM
Watching the 49ers this morning helped with the Villa hangover.

That was quite a game but just a token attempt at some defense would be nice
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 09, 2019, 03:27:46 PM
Disastrous Sunday for Da Bears even though we didn't play. I never had much hope for the Washington Team or the Lions, but really needed the Ospreys to beat the Rams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 09, 2019, 05:56:41 PM
Steelers won't win anything, but Mike Tomlin should be getting coach of the year for getting this team to 8-5 after a 0-3 start.   Third string quarter back, no running back, no wide-receivers - it really is a miracle.   Also, this ensures that he will not have had a losing season in any of his 13 years in Pittsburgh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on December 15, 2019, 09:33:47 PM
Somehow the Packers in spite of their best efforts to throw it away, beat da Bears again, to go 4 up in the 200 game series. On to the Vikings next week who I can’t believe we will get close to beating the way we’re playing.

While I remember I met a Lions fan at the Chelsea game the other week, he told me he hates the Packers more than he hates the Blues... nice! 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 15, 2019, 09:48:05 PM
Would have been immense if we had got that rugby touchdown at the end. Ah well. Season over, though I think we really blew it in October.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Woofles The Wonder Dog on December 15, 2019, 10:20:17 PM
I note that the Cowboys have a Safety called Woods. I wonder if anyone has the stones to nickname him Bambi?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 15, 2019, 10:42:17 PM
Somehow the Packers in spite of their best efforts to throw it away, beat da Bears again, to go 4 up in the 200 game series. On to the Vikings next week who I can’t believe we will get close to beating the way we’re playing.

While I remember I met a Lions fan at the Chelsea game the other week, he told me he hates the Packers more than he hates the Blues... nice! 

I lived and studied in Michigan, and can confirm that although there are quite a few Packers fans there, Lions fans hate the them the most. The Bears aren't far behind, however.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 15, 2019, 10:46:34 PM
Never heard of this happening before...

https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001088276/article/coin-toss-miscue-costs-cowboys-possession-vs-rams%3fnetworkId=4595&site=.news&zone=story&zoneUrl=url%253Dstory&zoneKeys=s1%253Dstory&env=&pageKeyValues=prtnr%253Daround-the-league%253Bteam%253Ddal%253Bconf%253Dnfc%253Bdvsn%253Dnce%253Bplyr%253Drayne_prescott&p.ct=Around%2bthe%2bNFL&p.adsm=true&p.tcm=%2523fff&p.bgc1m=%25230964bf&p.bgc2m=%2523053a74&sr=amp
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 16, 2019, 12:36:27 AM
Bastard Falcons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 16, 2019, 12:44:57 AM
That was a brilliant last ten seconds. Crazy scenes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 16, 2019, 12:47:45 AM
I was watching it on my phone on the train. It was like the 49ers morphed into Villa.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 16, 2019, 01:35:10 AM
Is there much interest in the NFL over there? I've heard talk before about them maybe taking a regular season game to China, but never Japan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 16, 2019, 03:18:51 AM
Is there much interest in the NFL over there? I've heard talk before about them maybe taking a regular season game to China, but never Japan.

Most big uni's have an American football team, and games are pretty well attended, but as for the NFL, not really. Baseball is still king, though football isn't far behind. Rugby probably now in third place.

All you'd need is a Japanese player to make it in the NFL, though, and it'd be flavour of the month.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 16, 2019, 07:22:14 AM
Bastard Falcons.

FFS
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 23, 2019, 01:47:07 PM
Beginning to lose patience with Nagy and Pace. Teams like Baltimore and Denver have shown in the past you can win a Super Bowl if you have a great defense if the offense is, at least, vaguely competent.

Failing to even get to the playoffs is not good enough, and getting absolutely battered at home by a team that did, is pathetic. Lots of his play calls are mysterious (shovel passes on 4th and 23?) and all the trick plays that made us exciting last season have disappeared.

Given that we were a kick away from the Divisional Round last season, Nagy may get another year. I'd be interested to see if he can learn from this season's disasters.

But I wouldn't be devastated if I find out Nagy has been punted on Black Monday, with the bloke who surrendered draft picks for the privilege of taking Trubisky ahead of Mahomes following him out of the door.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 23, 2019, 02:22:28 PM
Somehow the Raiders could still qualify for the Playoffs  :o

– Raiders beat Broncos in Denver
– Ravens beat Steelers at home
– Texans beat Titans at home
– Colts beat Jaguars in Jacksonville

This would leave a few teams on 8-8, with the Raiders winning the tie-breaks

Most difficult part of this scenario is the Raiders winning their own game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 23, 2019, 03:15:12 PM
I think the more problematic bit will be that the Ravens and Texans will both be playing their backups.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on December 24, 2019, 09:24:19 AM
And the Packers take the North! The Pack is Back!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 24, 2019, 12:11:42 PM
Somehow the Raiders could still qualify for the Playoffs  :o

– Raiders beat Broncos in Denver
– Ravens beat Steelers at home
– Texans beat Titans at home
– Colts beat Jaguars in Jacksonville

This would leave a few teams on 8-8, with the Raiders winning the tie-breaks

Most difficult part of this scenario is the Raiders winning their own game

Even is this happens you still need at least one of Da Bears, the Patriots, the Lions or the Chiefs to win. Patriots seem the best bet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2019, 07:52:06 PM
Think you will struggle to get both the Texans and Ravens winning, as they're likely to rest players.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 29, 2019, 07:33:06 PM
And the Packers take the North! The Pack is Back!

Laying an egg so far today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 29, 2019, 09:33:35 PM
Packers made hard work of that one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on December 29, 2019, 11:00:55 PM
Finished the regular season 13-3, but seldom looked like a team as good as that record.

Could do with a Seahawks victory tonight to get the No 1 seed in the NFC. Lambeau would be a leveller against teams I think are a level above us.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 30, 2019, 04:27:05 AM
Finished the regular season 13-3, but seldom looked like a team as good as that record.

Could do with a Seahawks victory tonight to get the No 1 seed in the NFC. Lambeau would be a leveller against teams I think are a level above us.

Sorry mate, I'll be cheering on the 49ers! Think the Seahawks will just pip them, though!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 30, 2019, 01:46:08 PM
Think the 49ers deserved the number one seed. Especially given their horrendous schedule.

Can see Seahawks getting revenge against them in the Divisional Game, though.

My prediction is Chiefs to defeat Packers in the Super Bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 30, 2019, 05:49:19 PM
My prediction is Chiefs to defeat Packers in the Super Bowl.

I think you are right on the Chiefs, think they will beat Baltimore in the AFC final.

However, Green Bay is a funny one.   Beat the Chiefs which is commendable, but nobody else of significance while losing to the Chargers and getting blown away by the 49ers. 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 30, 2019, 07:56:49 PM
Patriots will win it of course

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 31, 2019, 02:10:50 AM
49ers all the way is the prediction I'm still sticking with.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on December 31, 2019, 10:18:38 PM
I went to the 49ers v Packers game and they battered us. Even if we have to go back there again with the knowledge gained from that game I can’t see us beating them. They’ve been brilliant this season and I’d pick  them to win the whole thing.

Hope they don’t of course, I have no idea how we are doing it but the Packers just keep winning, three more times please will do.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 31, 2019, 11:24:30 PM
Seahawks will get a revenge win against 49ers. Seahawks won't win in cold Green Bay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 05, 2020, 02:57:21 PM
Great that the Patriots are out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 05, 2020, 03:04:36 PM
And I feel a little sorry for the Bills. I love the 49ers, lived and studied in Michigan, so have a soft spot for the Lions, but have always liked the Bills for some unknown reason.

I thought they might get to the Superbowl this year. But, no.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 05, 2020, 04:54:04 PM
I wanted the Bills to win, but if you'd offered me the Patriots being out and the three other games going against the team I wanted to win, I'd have taken it. Good fucking riddance to the cheating, tax-dodging, tea-wasting pricks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on January 05, 2020, 05:12:59 PM
Gutted the great Pats lost, but Brady throwing a tantrum after the game is very funny (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeSFAwQXbDs)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 05, 2020, 05:14:12 PM
I wanted the Bills to win, but if you'd offered me the Patriots being out and the three other games going against the team I wanted to win, I'd have taken it. Good fucking riddance to the cheating, tax-dodging, tea-wasting pricks.

Haha!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 05, 2020, 05:16:44 PM
Gutted the great Pats lost, but Brady throwing a tantrum after the game is very funny (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeSFAwQXbDs)

Double haha. What on earth?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 05, 2020, 07:49:34 PM
Texans Bills was very dramatic last night. Wanted the Bills to win so disappointed in the end but they have only themselves to blame. Don't think Texans will test Chiefs. Vikings turning up tonight.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 05, 2020, 09:17:20 PM
Another cracker tonight
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: garyshawsknee on January 05, 2020, 09:25:46 PM
What a final quarter and OT.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 06, 2020, 04:07:51 PM
This Clowney tackle I keep seeing people moaning about, I'm just not seeing the intent, agree his neck angles toward the other players head but come on? Really?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 12, 2020, 09:02:54 AM
Saints out now Ravens out...

Starting to think it's the 49ers year. They've had a fair bit of luck over the year but impressive vs the Vikings.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 12, 2020, 09:27:17 AM
Saints out now Ravens out...

Starting to think it's the 49ers year. They've had a fair bit of luck over the year but impressive vs the Vikings.

I think we've been brilliant this year. It's been a long time coming.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 12, 2020, 09:25:12 PM
What a fucking game at Arrowhead
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 13, 2020, 10:09:54 PM
I was at Lambeau last night. What an atmosphere, it’s up there with any of the Villa Wembley occasions and only in the NFL would you see Lil Wayne singing ‘Roll out the Barrel’, I had my own lyrics of course.
Once again we won in a style that will upset the critics, and are now the worst team ever with a 14-3 record. I’ve been lucky to see Rodgers, Brady, Garoppolo and now Wilson in the last 12 months or so and I think Wilson edges it in that time frame, he kept the Seahawks in it on his own and at times was unplayable last night.

The 49ers are a great team and played the best football this weekend. But if we can be in the game still in the 4th quarter.... I’d back Rodgers.

Go Pack Go....the worst team left in it😉
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 13, 2020, 10:17:14 PM
I was at Lambeau last night. What an atmosphere, it’s up there with any of the Villa Wembley occasions and only in the NFL would you see Lil Wayne singing ‘Roll out the Barrel’, I had my own lyrics of course.
Once again we won in a style that will upset the critics, and are now the worst team ever with a 14-3 record. I’ve been lucky to see Rodgers, Brady, Garoppolo and now Wilson in the last 12 months or so and I think Wilson edges it in that time frame, he kept the Seahawks in it on his own and at times was unplayable last night.

The 49ers are a great team and played the best football this weekend. But if we can be in the game still in the 4th quarter.... I’d back Rodgers.

Go Pack Go....the worst team left in it😉

All the best against the 49ers, mate. I'll of course be rooting for San Francisco, but I like the Packers, and wouldn't be too upset about losing to you guys!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 14, 2020, 09:35:02 PM
I will root for Green Bay in the NFC just because I don't want the 49ers joining the "6" club.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 14, 2020, 09:58:59 PM
49ers deserve it, hoping they brush Green Bay aside again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 15, 2020, 06:37:57 AM
I was at Lambeau last night. What an atmosphere, it’s up there with any of the Villa Wembley occasions and only in the NFL would you see Lil Wayne singing ‘Roll out the Barrel’, I had my own lyrics of course.
Once again we won in a style that will upset the critics, and are now the worst team ever with a 14-3 record. I’ve been lucky to see Rodgers, Brady, Garoppolo and now Wilson in the last 12 months or so and I think Wilson edges it in that time frame, he kept the Seahawks in it on his own and at times was unplayable last night.

The 49ers are a great team and played the best football this weekend. But if we can be in the game still in the 4th quarter.... I’d back Rodgers.

Go Pack Go....the worst team left in it😉

All the best against the 49ers, mate. I'll of course be rooting for San Francisco, but I like the Packers, and wouldn't be too upset about losing to you guys!

In fairness I wouldn’t mind the the 49ers winning the whole thing if we can’t.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 15, 2020, 08:44:56 AM
I was at Lambeau last night. What an atmosphere, it’s up there with any of the Villa Wembley occasions and only in the NFL would you see Lil Wayne singing ‘Roll out the Barrel’, I had my own lyrics of course.
Once again we won in a style that will upset the critics, and are now the worst team ever with a 14-3 record. I’ve been lucky to see Rodgers, Brady, Garoppolo and now Wilson in the last 12 months or so and I think Wilson edges it in that time frame, he kept the Seahawks in it on his own and at times was unplayable last night.

The 49ers are a great team and played the best football this weekend. But if we can be in the game still in the 4th quarter.... I’d back Rodgers.

Go Pack Go....the worst team left in it😉

All the best against the 49ers, mate. I'll of course be rooting for San Francisco, but I like the Packers, and wouldn't be too upset about losing to you guys!

In fairness I wouldn’t mind the the 49ers winning the whole thing if we can’t.

It's a shame it isn't the Superbowl. I've only been to three NFL stadiums and Lambeau was easily the best.

The Chiefs will be a handful for either of us, though.

Titans will probably win the whole thing now I've said that!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 16, 2020, 10:38:39 PM
The Titans have certainly upped their game and look a real threat.
I’d love the Chiefs to win the SB as they’ve been a great team for a few years, just a tad unlucky.
Kelse and Mahomes on their day will beat anyone.

Can’t bet against the 49ers, though. They’ve certainly been the stand out team this year.

Would like a Chiefs vrs Green Bay Super Bowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 17, 2020, 04:51:13 PM
I don't mind any of the teams left in it but I'd prefer the Chiefs to win it all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2020, 06:02:12 PM
ABGB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 17, 2020, 07:12:12 PM
ABGB.

Seconded

I'd like Kansas to win if I had to choose
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 19, 2020, 08:04:28 PM
Hoping for a good close game here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 19, 2020, 09:42:39 PM
Good so far. Think KC might run away with it second half though
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 19, 2020, 10:38:07 PM
Think the Chiefs are heading to the Superbowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 20, 2020, 12:15:45 AM
This 49ers Packers game is going to be an extremely close one, I feel.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on January 20, 2020, 12:50:30 AM
It isn't so far. Based on other play off games it would be silly to say it's game over at 17-0 but 49ers are Liverpool level in that they are annoyingly impressive.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 20, 2020, 12:55:36 AM
I'm a Villa and 49ers fan, mate. I can never feel anything is certain!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 20, 2020, 01:04:12 AM
This 49ers Packers game is going to be an extremely close one, I feel.

I'm very much hoping that you're wrong, based on how this first half has gone!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 20, 2020, 03:11:38 AM
A better second half from the Packers but overall the run defense was abysmal.

Why can we never hire a decent defensive co-ordinator?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 20, 2020, 03:13:21 AM
This 49ers Packers game is going to be an extremely close one, I feel.

I'm very much hoping that you're wrong, based on how this first half has gone!

We played so well in the first half. Got a bit nervy in the 4th, but very happy with that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 20, 2020, 03:51:05 AM
Got what we deserved really. Getting to the NFC championship game was not a reflection of our overall performance this year. We've been at best a mediocre side as shown by ranking around half way or just below in both offence and defence. Up against a very good side like the 49ers we were always likely to be badly exposed.

Rodgers needs to be given more weapons than just Devante Adams and both the run defence and secondary need to be substantially upgraded during the off season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 20, 2020, 01:14:20 PM
The two teams that deserve to be in the Super Bowl are in it, so that’s good.   KC have been great in the second half of the season especially and for Mahomes alone deserve it.   I was never convinced by Green Bay this season, glad they didn’t beat the team that has been the most consistent in the NFL all season long.  Should be a great SB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 20, 2020, 02:46:19 PM
No idea who will win the Super Bowl, but it should be a classic. Not like that shit last year, hopefully!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 20, 2020, 03:31:13 PM
Oh well the mighty Packers came up short against a stunning performance by the 49ers, congratulations to them and it’s going to be a significantly better Super Bowl this season than last... 100 points anyone?

As for Green Bay we never saw a complete performance by all 3 parts of the team , and it needed one last night to even be remotely competitive. We managed to get through as far as we did on the back of some clutch moments without really being convincing in any area other than ‘team spirit’ which got us further than expected.
 
All good fun while it lasted and I suppose the sweep of the North was the highlight and the bemusing fall of Da Bears who really should have been playing last night with that squad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 24, 2020, 09:40:55 PM
49ers have been in great form all season, so can’t see them not winning.

I’ve kept an eye on the Chiefs for the last 4 or 5 seasons, willing them to do well. Andy Reid is a great coach and really deserves something.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 24, 2020, 09:51:33 PM
49ers the better all round team, but Chiefs have an amazing Offence. Chiefs are also the fastest team in the NFL.

Genuinely quite like both teams.

Do feel that Andy Reid deserves to win the Super Bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 25, 2020, 01:43:10 PM
Never liked the 49ers so hope the Chiefs win it. Great fans as well!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2020, 03:04:11 PM
Just feels odd being able to enjoy the Super Bowl and not have to worry that The Patriots will win it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 26, 2020, 05:44:23 AM
I'll be roaring the 49ers on from....Hooters. A mate said he'd sort out a place to watch it in Tokyo. And decided on Hooters. At 7:30am on a Monday morning. Joy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 02, 2020, 11:28:16 PM
Come on the 49ers.

Americans standing up around me with their hand over their heart as the national anthem plays. Deary me. Anyway, their country, their culture and all that.

A very very narrow win for San Francisco, I reckon.


(https://i.ibb.co/FWkBcQq/DSC-0318.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FWkBcQq)

(https://i.ibb.co/XxmVNXh/DSC-0317.jpg) (https://ibb.co/XxmVNXh)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 02, 2020, 11:31:03 PM
You're in Hooters and post pics of men and baseball caps? i'm not angry, just very disappointed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 02, 2020, 11:32:21 PM
Haha. It's only 8:30. Give me time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 02, 2020, 11:55:02 PM
49ers 3-0 up. I'm on my fourth whiskey soda. Going to be a long morning/afternoon, but far less stressful than watching Villa.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 12:20:04 AM
Chiefs seem stronger so far. As Jimmy throws for an interception. Fuck me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 03, 2020, 12:40:23 AM
Knife through butter that drive.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 01:04:49 AM
10-10 half time. They've some fucking balls, the 49ers. If only Villa had that level of desire.

Enjoyable game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 02:13:59 AM
Yes!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 02:15:34 AM
Might be a bit premature, but looking good here for the 49ers.

Mahomes is ridiculously good, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 02:37:04 AM
About 6 minutes to go. 49ers 20-17 up. Nervous now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 02:46:53 AM
Bollocks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 02:47:09 AM
It's very much like watching Villa.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 02:51:01 AM
Jimmy with a last chance to redeem himself. He's been crap today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 03:02:23 AM
Falling apart, Villa style.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 03:03:39 AM
Time to go home and go to bed. Not a great weekend!

Well done, Chiefs. You bastards!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 03, 2020, 03:11:43 AM
20-10 up, with the ball. And lost. Sigh.

More drinks please, barman. Going home has been postponed. Time to carry on the beating Leicester in the semi final celebrations.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OzVilla on February 03, 2020, 03:16:58 AM
My condolences Axel, thats a real Villa- esque sickener.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on February 03, 2020, 04:07:28 AM
Jimmy with a last chance to redeem himself. He's been crap today.

Unfortunately his limitations were shown. Hes great when the team can stick to a run first offence, but when its on him he is mediocre.

Had a great chance with the long pass down the field but badly overthrew it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 03, 2020, 12:15:41 PM
Another great match in the Superbowl. Been a lot of classics in recent years. Delighted for KC and Reid to shake off the chokers tag. Coming from 10 down in each of the three playoff games is seriously impressive. I think this could be a dynasty building with Mahomes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on February 03, 2020, 08:03:15 PM
Go Chiefs.
Excellent comeback.
Saved my sporting disappointments this weekend
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on February 08, 2020, 08:22:46 PM
See they have brought the XFL back. It was a horrendous shitshow years ago and unlikely to be much better this time around.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2020, 09:21:46 PM
I'd probably watch it if it was on a channel that I've got. But it's not, so I won't. It's bound to be shite, but still better than the ProBowl! Is Arena Football still a thing? Haven't seen that on telly in years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 10, 2020, 10:00:30 AM
The Pro Bowl should have been binned year ago.

I expect that the XFL will fail eventually but not as quickly as the Alliance of American Football

The only way that another league could work is if it's set up as a proper NFL minor league. However, that'll cost the NFL teams money and they'd prefer the training-cost free labour of the college system
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 10, 2020, 01:47:39 PM
The Arena League folded not long ago.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 20, 2020, 01:36:29 PM
The NFL are going to expand the playoffs to 14 teams staring next season (from the current 12).  Only the 1st seed in each conference will get a bye now.

I like this, more playoff games without more rounds is a good thing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 20, 2020, 02:23:24 PM
I don't mind that, so long as it stays at 14. 16 would be shit as it would mean no real advantage for the number one seed over the fourth wild card team.

Also in favour as it gives a better chance of postseason play to those of us cursed with an annoyingly competent division.

Also assuming they go three games each on Saturday and Sunday rather than forcing teams to play on Monday and putting them at a disadvantage the week after.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on March 17, 2020, 06:40:12 PM
Quote
Quarterback Tom Brady has announced he is leaving the New England Patriots after a 20-year spell with the team, which has seen him win six Super Bowls.

Brady, 42, was drafted by the Patriots in 2000 and helped them win the Super Bowl in 2001, 2003, 2004, 2014, 2016 and, at the age of 41, in 2018.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/51930150
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 18, 2020, 02:09:32 AM
Be weird seeing him somewhere else. I think he would have been better retiring. I reserve the right to change my mind if he ends up at Da Bears.

Edit: sounds like he's heading for Tampa.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on March 20, 2020, 06:42:56 PM
Brady joins Tampa Bay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 25, 2020, 04:06:34 PM
Brady joins Tampa Bay.

I don't get it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Simon Page on March 25, 2020, 07:00:21 PM
Brady joins Tampa Bay.

I don't get it.

Aging right-wingers yearn for Florida or Arizona.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 26, 2020, 11:49:36 AM
Brady joins Tampa Bay.

I don't get it.

Aging right-wingers yearn for Florida or Arizona.

That might just be it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 21, 2020, 09:53:13 PM
Gronkowski joining Brady at the Buccaneers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on April 22, 2020, 08:11:01 AM
Surprise, surprise.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: OCD on April 25, 2020, 02:20:52 PM
Seeing the Packers pick a QB with their first pick was a bit more of a surprise. It was generally expected that a WR would be top of their list of priorities to give Rodgers more weapons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 25, 2020, 03:03:05 PM
He will be a Hall of Famer. It is written in the stars that Green Bay never have to experience having a shit quarter-back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 05, 2020, 02:58:54 PM
Seeing the Packers pick a QB with their first pick was a bit more of a surprise.

Not least of all to Aaron Rodgers, by all accounts.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 05, 2020, 04:25:58 PM
Seeing the Packers pick a QB with their first pick was a bit more of a surprise.

Not least of all to Aaron Rodgers, by all accounts.

The Packers have previous with this. They drafted Rodgers when the still had Favre. That worked out OK
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on May 06, 2020, 09:23:06 PM
Bit late but RIP Don Shula. I never really liked the Dolphins when he was in charge (I always preferred the Bills) but fair play to the bloke. Two losing seasons in over 30 years is hugely impressive and the more time passes the more it seems the perfect season will never be done again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on May 07, 2020, 03:55:12 AM
I think a perfect season has got more likely due to the playoff changes meaning that only the number one seed now get a bye. That, in turn, means that fourteen and even fifteen win teams without a loss are more likely to have to keep playing their starters. I doubt it will be a regular occurrence but reckon we will see another unbeaten season by 2050. Prediction: it will be a team I hate, just to piss me off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on May 07, 2020, 09:30:40 AM
Packers perfect season with their new MVP quarterback incoming in next few years! 

Joking aside, I agree the changes might have an impact (I hadn't considered them when making my comment to be fair) but most of the time being 14-0 and pretty much all the time being 15-0 will already have secured you top seed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on June 09, 2020, 02:41:36 AM
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 09, 2020, 12:21:43 PM
NFL stadiums are ridiculously OTT when you consider the lack of games played in them
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 09, 2020, 01:31:52 PM
I'd imagine Las Vegas will have concerts and suchlike, too.

In any case, you make them spectacular as you effectively bribe the local populace to build/rebuild you an amazing stadium or threaten to fuck off somewhere else.

In the next decade London will be the new Los Angeles and owners will be threatening to shift the team to the land of jellied eels and historyless football clubs every time they want local taxpayers to fund a fancy facelift.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 06, 2020, 02:48:35 PM
In one of the most overdue changes in sport, it's possible that the Washington NFL team could have a new nickname before the 2020 season starts

https://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/29411648/coach-ron-rivera-says-working-redskins-owner-new-nicknames
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 06, 2020, 02:56:33 PM
Good stuff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Risso on July 06, 2020, 06:15:46 PM
Can we start a petition to get Birmingham City renamed?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 06, 2020, 06:32:21 PM
Well, they're due a name change. They have them every now and again, the Mickey Mouse twats.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on July 06, 2020, 08:56:48 PM
I've always felt both them and Man U would have have better served keeping their original names rather than being just another United, City. Shame!

As an aside I was disappointed to learn recently that Eintracht basically just means United in German.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on July 07, 2020, 12:25:06 AM
Mahomes signs contract extension with Chiefs. https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/53315723
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 07, 2020, 10:36:36 AM
Mahomes signs contract extension with Chiefs. https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/53315723

NFL contract, so only around $140m is guaranteed money.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Risso on July 07, 2020, 10:52:05 AM
Isn't the Chiefs another fairly contentious name?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Lastfootstamper on July 07, 2020, 10:54:52 AM
Dunno, how do the heads of tribes refer to themselves, and do they mind the rest of us using the term?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AsTallAsLions on July 07, 2020, 11:04:31 AM
It's an entirely different culture with its own set of social/racial issues, but I find it an interesting parallel all the same - I've supported the Waikato Chiefs (now the Gallagher Chiefs, sadly, for sponsorship purposes) in the Super Rugby down in NZ since I lived and worked in the Waikato region nearly 20 years ago.

Anyway the Chiefs branding is strong on the Maori symbolism and the concept of the tribe. The jerseys are often adorned with the Tiki (sacred Maori face carvings) and the motto of recent years is 'Chiefs Mana' - mana being the Maori/Te Reo word meaning, diversely, 'honour/authority/respect'.

As a white Kiwi on my father's side, I do have some mixed feelings on this stuff. On the other hand, the Chiefs - like all the NZ teams - do have a reasonably high level of indigenous representation. Which I can guess is very much not the case with the Kansas City Chiefs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 07, 2020, 11:17:47 AM
I've never understood the reason behind Exeter RFC adopting the 'Chiefs' name
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AsTallAsLions on July 07, 2020, 11:20:01 AM
I've never understood the reason behind Exeter RFC adopting the 'Chiefs' name

Yes, that makes zero sense...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 07, 2020, 11:31:06 AM
Isn't the Chiefs another fairly contentious name?

It is lower down the list, I'd say. Redskins is the Native American equivalent of calling a Black person by the N word.

Chiefs could certainly be cultural appropriation, and worth considering changing. But it isn't nearly as bad as Redskins, imo.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 07, 2020, 11:51:45 AM
Cleveland Indians are also looking into their name.

They've gradually phased out the racist caricature, Chief Wahoo but still try to justify the 'Indians' name by saying that it's a tribute to a former player of Native American origin.

OK, if that's the case, call yourselves the 'Cleveland Native Americans' and see how that goes down.

Back on topic.........here's the great Keith Olbermann on the Washington name back in 2013

https://www.sbnation.com/lookit/2013/9/13/4726498/keith-olbemann-redskins-video-dan-snyder

The NFL did............nothing
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on July 07, 2020, 11:56:23 AM
Only a matter of time before there's similar pressure on Atlanta Braves, Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Browns and Washington Wizards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 07, 2020, 11:58:23 AM
Only a matter of time before there's similar pressure on Atlanta Braves, Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Browns and Washington Wizards.


I assume that you mention the last two as a joke.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on July 07, 2020, 01:24:55 PM
I would have thought it made sense for Washington (who have always been the team I’d follow in NFL) to have changed the name & done a full rebrand linked with actually getting a better team on the field
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 13, 2020, 06:09:46 PM
Washington are changing their name, haven't said what to, yet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard E on July 13, 2020, 06:14:02 PM
Washington are changing their name, haven't said what to, yet.

Washington Klansmen
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on July 13, 2020, 06:34:02 PM
Washington are changing their name, haven't said what to, yet.

I thought you preferred to redact this "pro-slavery/genocidal" name or have you had a change of heart wrt the first President of the USA. ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on July 13, 2020, 06:42:55 PM
Washington are changing their name, haven't said what to, yet.

Washington Klansmen

Too similar to the Washington Wizards.

https://www.nba.com/wizards/wizards-unveil-new-primary-logo

Aside from the name note the 3 stars one by one (311) with the centre one in Confederate grey, and Klansman hood shape in the middle of the logo.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 13, 2020, 06:54:02 PM
Washington are changing their name, haven't said what to, yet.

I thought you preferred to redact this "pro-slavery/genocidal" name or have you had a change of heart wrt the first President of the USA. ;)

It was nearly dinner time, I wasn't concentrating. ☹

Washington obviously has to go. Owned slaves, had a stupid wig. Columbus was a twat, so DC anything is out. Queen Mary probably had slaves, so forget Maryland. Potomac is a Europeanised spelling of a Native American word so that's cultural appropriation and therefore no good.

They need something that will engage their fanbase and get everyone else onside, too.

Fuck The Cowboys Football Club.

Job done.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on July 13, 2020, 07:09:15 PM
Virginia's out as well as it was named after Queen Elizabeth I.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 13, 2020, 07:19:46 PM
Plus I'm not sure Virgins is the most intimidating nickname.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on July 23, 2020, 10:59:33 PM
They've chosen their new name.

Ladies and gentleman introducing, The Washington Football Team


*I know it's temporary but it is impressively shit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 23, 2020, 11:39:05 PM
I'm sure myself and UKRS, among others, have been calling them that for years. We should jointly sue for copyright.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 24, 2020, 06:22:49 AM
It's very bland. I suppose it is hard to offend anyone with that name though.

Is Tottingham's ground still called Tottenham Hotspur Stadium?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 24, 2020, 09:06:14 AM
Apparently so, they're still trying to flog the naming rights.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 25, 2020, 09:52:16 AM
I'm sure myself and UKRS, among others, have been calling them that for years. We should jointly sue for copyright.

Since at least 2013 :)

Uproar at the end of the game between the New York Football Giants and the Washington Football Team.

The Washington Football Team thought they had a First Down and the chains were moved but the on field official signaled third down. Shanahan wanted to challenge the on field ruling but says that an official told him not to bother as it was a First Down. A play was run and the on field official then signaled Fourth Down.

All a bit confusing

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10066755/washington-redskins-confused-officiating-error-final-drive
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 25, 2020, 10:08:05 AM
Poor show not calling them the New Jersey Football Giants, though. 😁
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 25, 2020, 12:05:12 PM
Poor show not calling them the New Jersey Football Giants, though. 😁

For once I wasn't actually taking the piss when I typed that name for the Giants.

The New York Football Giants was what they were called when there was a baseball team in NY with the same nickname

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/56/8a/1e/568a1e324218e18ddc62aa1e80187dc1.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 25, 2020, 12:08:03 PM
(https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-apps/imrs.php?src=https://arc-anglerfish-washpost-prod-washpost.s3.amazonaws.com/public/XOFP6R5WHRE5ZNWXQCKMGWEOWI.jpg&w=1200)

They weren't even playing in Washington DC in 1932  ::)


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on July 25, 2020, 12:13:05 PM
They don't play there now, either.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on July 25, 2020, 12:13:53 PM
They don't play there now, either.

"The Just Outside Washington Football Team" :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on July 25, 2020, 02:07:59 PM
For once I wasn't actually taking the piss when I typed that name for the Giants.

The New York Football Giants was what they were called when there was a baseball team in NY with the same nickname

Chris Berman on ESPN still refers to them as the New York Footballing Giants.

I'm sure UKR knows this (although a lot of Mets fans don't seem to), the Mets' colours are a combination of the departed Dodgers' blue and (baseball) Giants' orange.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: johnny from donny on August 09, 2020, 02:44:40 PM
It's all happening in Washington,  Derrius Guice cut after being charged with domestic violence and strangulation.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 09, 2020, 09:25:54 PM
Prime Time showing himself to be a bit of an idiot over Covid opt outs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 13, 2020, 09:31:38 PM
What a great day - Chicago comeback kings, the other Bears beating Worcestershire, England beating Oz, Bitters losing 3 0 at home.....love it !!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 13, 2020, 09:49:39 PM
Nice of Swift to drop a certain TD, with about 2 seconds to go.

Bear Down Chicago Bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 23, 2020, 01:15:44 PM
The NFL's road to Vegas

https://www.espn.com/chalk/story/_/id/29933346/raiders-nfl-took-different-paths-las-vegas
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 23, 2020, 01:33:02 PM
Impressive win for the Raiders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 23, 2020, 01:42:11 PM
49ers for the Superbowl this year. I hope. Last year was painful.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 23, 2020, 02:15:31 PM
49ers for the Superbowl this year. I hope. Last year was painful.

Not with half the team injured, no chance.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 23, 2020, 03:23:38 PM
Gale Sayers has died

https://www.nfl.com/news/gale-sayers-dies-at-77-bears-legend-hall-of-fame-rb
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 23, 2020, 03:42:27 PM
49ers for the Superbowl this year. I hope. Last year was painful.

Not with half the team injured, no chance.

Bosa and Thomas are huge blows.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 23, 2020, 04:16:03 PM
Gale Sayers has died

https://www.nfl.com/news/gale-sayers-dies-at-77-bears-legend-hall-of-fame-rb

Magnificent player, from what I've seen of him. Got injured and was never quite as good afterwards, although still useful. Good returner too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 23, 2020, 07:24:27 PM
RIP. That's allowed in this thread, I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 23, 2020, 07:29:45 PM
49ers for the Superbowl this year. I hope. Last year was painful.

We've too many injuries, otherwise I would fancy our chances. Bosa plus others put us back in the middle of the pack. Play offs at best.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 23, 2020, 07:34:57 PM
49ers for the Superbowl this year. I hope. Last year was painful.

We've too many injuries, otherwise I would fancy our chances. Bosa plus others put us back in the middle of the pack. Play offs at best.

Probably the best division in the NFC too
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 23, 2020, 08:50:25 PM
That Cowboys onside kick was a thing of beauty, but what on Earth were the Falcons playing at?!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 23, 2020, 08:58:17 PM
That Cowboys onside kick was a thing of beauty, but what on Earth were the Falcons playing at?!

Think if the game was being played by British players, someone would gave booted it into touch
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 23, 2020, 09:14:34 PM
In the North the Packers have started nicely, in fact better than nicely on offense. The Bears look decent, Vikings need to settle down yet and the Lions are shite of course.

It’s been good to watch. Glad it’s back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 23, 2020, 09:32:44 PM
Think the Vikes are struggling from losing a lot on the DL and Danielle Hunter being injured. Sure they will pick up a bit.

Disappoingly, the Packers are looking better than last season. Bears have done just enough to win each game. I worry about when we play a decent Defence
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 23, 2020, 10:02:04 PM
In the North the Packers have started nicely, in fact better than nicely on offense. The Bears look decent, Vikings need to settle down yet and the Lions are shite of course.

It’s been good to watch. Glad it’s back.

As ever, the Packers will win the division unless Rodgers gets injured.

Bears are 2 and 0 but have played two shite teams and only just survived in each game.

I'd settle for a realistic chance of the wildcard spot with a couple of games to go. Still, at this stage of the season you never know. Could do without Sky rearranging the Villa-Liverpool game to clash with Redzone 😡
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 24, 2020, 02:00:30 PM
You guys shouldn’t be so down on the Packers. You know Wes Edens will one day invite Rodgers to Villa Park, He’ll become a minor shareholder, next thing you know half n half Claret and Blue/ Green and Gold bobble hats are on the Holte End.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 24, 2020, 03:04:26 PM
*Green and Yellow 😉
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 24, 2020, 03:37:01 PM
I think it’s called ‘cheese gold’ on one of those colour code things which always makes me chuckle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 27, 2020, 09:24:06 PM
Falcons do what they do best to gift the Bears a win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 27, 2020, 10:22:57 PM
We're not very good and have a perfect record.

Not sure why the Falcons, who had gashed us on the ground, kept throwing the ball when ahead of us. They had a total meltdown.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 28, 2020, 08:48:03 AM
Falcons do what they do best to gift the Bears a win.

I had no idea the Bears signed Foles. So of course they won after bringing him on for Trubisky. My opinion of him may be coloured by his Superbowl season, but why on earth would you play Trubisky when you had Foles on your roster?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 28, 2020, 11:57:42 AM
Joe Montana, still comes through in clutch situations.

https://www.rte.ie/sport/us-sport/2020/0928/1167898-nfl-great-montana-and-wife-foil-kidnapping-attempt/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 28, 2020, 10:05:47 PM
Falcons do what they do best to gift the Bears a win.

I had no idea the Bears signed Foles. So of course they won after bringing him on for Trubisky. My opinion of him may be coloured by his Superbowl season, but why on earth would you play Trubisky when you had Foles on your roster?

To lull the Falcons into a false sense of security obviously :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 02, 2020, 12:16:19 PM
Fritz Pollard article on the Beeb website

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/54342296
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 04, 2020, 11:30:47 AM
NFL is starting to have games postponed

https://www.nfl.com/news/patriots-chiefs-game-postponed-after-multiple-positive-covid-19-tests

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/30030523/line-nfl-covid-19-outbreak-how-positive-tests-led-postponed-games
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 04, 2020, 05:21:31 PM
Bears moved to the late slot. Great news 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: WilliamStanding on October 04, 2020, 05:22:47 PM
Broncos all the way baby.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on October 04, 2020, 09:35:43 PM
Bears moved to the late slot. Great news 🙂

Why are they in Orange? Me no like, the classic Bears strip is the best in the NFL by far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 05, 2020, 01:30:40 AM
They quite often play in orange, I'm not a fan. The blue traditional strip and white change outfit are both class.

Anyway, not good today, but it is too much to keep expecting to recover 4th quarter double-digit deficits every game. 3 and 1 is still a good start particularly with how poor the NFC East looks and the extra wildcard spot. 9 and 7 might be enough for the final wildcard spot in the NFC.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 06, 2020, 09:08:34 AM
(http://)And to complete a fantastic 2 days the Packers win again. Like the Villa we now have 2 weeks off, which will be more beneficial to the Packers than Villa due to our mounting injuries to really key players. 7-2 and 4 and 0 what a time to be alive.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2020, 01:08:54 PM
Great win for Da Bears. Imagine how good we might be if we didn't insist on going at least 13 points behind in every game before starting to play!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 09, 2020, 01:59:50 PM
Another reason to dislike the 49ers. https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-news-san-francisco-49ers-looking-to-increase-minority-stake-at-leeds-united/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2020, 02:00:56 PM
Stupid article getting both team names wrong.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2020, 05:42:01 PM
We finally beat Brady.

Just need to get one over on the Texans now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2020, 05:53:34 PM
Another reason to dislike the 49ers. https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-news-san-francisco-49ers-looking-to-increase-minority-stake-at-leeds-united/

Urgh, I'm not a fan of that development.

What are the other reasons for disliking them?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2020, 05:58:33 PM
Lying about their location in their name. Sacking a player for protesting. Calling themselves 49ers when 69ers would be much funnier.

(Though I'll be honest, of all the teams in the NFL they wouldn't be particularly near to the top of teams I most dislike).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2020, 06:26:35 PM
Lying about their location in their name. Sacking a player for protesting. Calling themselves 49ers when 69ers would be much funnier.

(Though I'll be honest, of all the teams in the NFL they wouldn't be particularly near to the top of teams I most dislike).

Haha. Fair enough. All valid enough reasons if you ask me!

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 09, 2020, 06:56:05 PM

(https://i.ibb.co/s21hvhr/775-ECD16-2418-4965-BC32-7-E3367-EA7-B6-C.jpg) (https://ibb.co/s21hvhr)

The 49ers stadium is closer to a Brum suburb than downtown SFO.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 09, 2020, 06:59:55 PM
That’s not a great picture but that’s Levi’s Stadium in the background. It’s better inside.... but no Lambeau of course. It’s like comparing St Mary’s Southampton to Villa Park. Actually it’s not at all, it’s a really nice stadium.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 09, 2020, 09:21:09 PM
What are the other reasons for disliking them?

I could say because the Oakland Raiders at home was the first NFL game I went to. It was like a Hells Angels convention with people wearing 'F*ck the Niners' t-shirts. But really just an irrational dislike of them since the 80s along with the Cowboys, Redskins, Giants, Dolphins, Cowboys, Giants and of course Patriots.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 10, 2020, 11:12:55 AM
What are the other reasons for disliking them?

I could say because the Oakland Raiders at home was the first NFL game I went to. It was like a Hells Angels convention with people wearing 'F*ck the Niners' t-shirts. But really just an irrational dislike of them since the 80s along with the Cowboys, Redskins, Giants, Dolphins, Cowboys, Giants and of course Patriots.

Fair enough! I'm all for irrational disliking when it comes to sport.

You a Raiders fan, BV?

I'm not a big enough American Football fan to really hate other teams, but have never liked the Jets. Have no idea why besides not really liking the colours. Same goes for the Colts, and not liking them because..well, I got stabbed in Indianapolis. Haha. Shouldn't laugh about it really!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 10, 2020, 01:48:49 PM
So long as you hate the Patriots, that's the main thing.

Should hate the Colts, as they beat us in the Super Bowl, but don't really care about them.

The Jets are quite Spurs like.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 11, 2020, 11:06:43 AM
Only really dislike Patriots, Cowboys and Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 12, 2020, 12:25:42 AM
49ers well beaten. Maybe no Superbowl after all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 12, 2020, 01:05:09 AM
Fair enough! I'm all for irrational disliking when it comes to sport.

You a Raiders fan, BV?

I'm not a big enough American Football fan to really hate other teams, but have never liked the Jets. Have no idea why besides not really liking the colours.

No, but I have a soft spot for them and like Gruden. One of my friends from Uni was living in San Fran in the late 90s so we went to the Oakland game when I visited.

Funnily enough I'm a Jets fan (thankless task that it is) as they wear green and white and had a player with the same surname as me in the mid-80s. Soft spots also for the Packers and Eagles because of the colours and funnily enough the As are my baseball team. In college football I root for Mississippi State as they wear maroon and white (similar to Villa and same as my local GAA club) and I like their cowbells. As I said, all a bit irrational. ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2020, 08:30:48 AM
Still, at least being a Jets fan you cam look forward to drafting Trevor Lawrence.

Browns 4-1 for the first time since Belichick was their Head Coach.

Dak Prescott carted off after a bad looking injury.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 12, 2020, 09:38:53 AM
With Prescott likely out for (at least) the rest of this season, I can see someone winning that division with a 6 and 10 record.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 12, 2020, 10:57:41 AM
Great win for my Raiders.

Maybe the return of Gruden will finally pay dividends
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 12, 2020, 11:56:09 AM
Still, at least being a Jets fan you cam look forward to drafting Trevor Lawrence.

Given our luck with QBs he'll morph from a title winner to Emo Philips.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2020, 02:49:45 PM
With Prescott likely out for (at least) the rest of this season, I can see someone winning that division with a 6 and 10 record.

You have to wonder whether Wentz will finish the season, their OLine is awful. The whole division is crap.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2020, 02:53:34 PM
Seahawks, Packers and Rams all look likely to make the playoffs.

Harder to call in the AFC, but most of the North should get in (sorry Bungles), the Bills and the Chiefs. Titans 3-0, but may end up playing a lot of games in a short space of time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 12, 2020, 04:34:15 PM
Fair enough! I'm all for irrational disliking when it comes to sport.

You a Raiders fan, BV?

I'm not a big enough American Football fan to really hate other teams, but have never liked the Jets. Have no idea why besides not really liking the colours.

No, but I have a soft spot for them and like Gruden. One of my friends from Uni was living in San Fran in the late 90s so we went to the Oakland game when I visited.

Funnily enough I'm a Jets fan (thankless task that it is) as they wear green and white and had a player with the same surname as me in the mid-80s. Soft spots also for the Packers and Eagles because of the colours and funnily enough the As are my baseball team. In college football I root for Mississippi State as they wear maroon and white (similar to Villa and same as my local GAA club) and I like their cowbells. As I said, all a bit irrational. ;D

Haha. The Jets? Apologies for my earlier comments then, BV :)

I've a soft spot for the Lions (thankless, also) as I studied in Michigan as an exchange student, and the Bears (my dads third love after Leicester and Villa). During that year abroad in the States I ended up going to the last game at the old Soldier Field, and they lost, much to the delight of all Lions and Packers fans in my classes. There are ALOT of Packers fans in Michigan.

My college team would be the CMU Chippewas, as Central Michigan Uni was where I went to. They've gone down the whole controversial mascot road though, which isn't great. Colours are maroon and yellow, so not a million miles away from Villa.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Simon Page on October 12, 2020, 09:43:53 PM
I've been reminded this season why I dislike American sports. My team (and I use the term lightly) is 1-4 and has nothing left to play for. It's five games in and the season's over. They need promotion and relegation.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2020, 10:22:44 PM
At least you should have a high draft pick and the chance to improve next season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 12, 2020, 10:25:30 PM
I follow a College American Football team (OU) and any hope they have of doing anything Nationally disappears if they lose 2 games (ok it’s a shit Big12 defence problem as well😜) and it’s sometimes 1 game if other conferences are running teams with no losses. They’re 2-2 so far so it’s just play the season out and maybe qualify for the Conference play off but no hope of CFB play offs this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 12, 2020, 10:37:00 PM
1970 Bengals made the playoffs after starting 1 and 6, in a fourteen game season! Plenty of time to turn it around yet...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 12, 2020, 10:37:57 PM
Whoever wins the NFC East this season could be the worst playoff team in history. Would be nice to see the Browns get in but I forsee a heartbreaking loss against Steelers/Ravens to deny them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 13, 2020, 12:48:18 PM
Whoever wins the NFC East this season could be the worst playoff team in history. Would be nice to see the Browns get in but I forsee a heartbreaking loss against Steelers/Ravens to deny them.

I think the Eagles will end up with a decent record.  The Steelers beat them on Sunday, but it was a tough game.  Once they get DeSean Jackson back and figure out a few other things, they will be fine.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 13, 2020, 03:10:31 PM
Eagles have the worst OLine in the NFL. They need to sort that out before Wentz gets murdered.

Terrible division, so the do have a chance of making the playoffs.

No idea how both the Vikings and Chargers are 1-4, both have talented rosters.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 13, 2020, 07:30:57 PM
My college team would be the CMU Chippewas, as Central Michigan Uni was where I went to. They've gone down the whole controversial mascot road though, which isn't great. Colours are maroon and yellow, so not a million miles away from Villa.

Must be something about those colours and contoversy. I take it Motherwell are your Scottish team. :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 13, 2020, 07:35:22 PM
I follow a College American Football team (OU) and any hope they have of doing anything Nationally disappears if they lose 2 games (ok it’s a shit Big12 defence problem as well😜) and it’s sometimes 1 game if other conferences are running teams with no losses. They’re 2-2 so far so it’s just play the season out and maybe qualify for the Conference play off but no hope of CFB play offs this year.

So you're saying this season they're out of contention sooner rather than later.

I presume you've seen the 30 for 30 documentary 'Brian and the Boz' which is very good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 13, 2020, 10:31:57 PM
I follow a College American Football team (OU) and any hope they have of doing anything Nationally disappears if they lose 2 games (ok it’s a shit Big12 defence problem as well😜) and it’s sometimes 1 game if other conferences are running teams with no losses. They’re 2-2 so far so it’s just play the season out and maybe qualify for the Conference play off but no hope of CFB play offs this year.

So you're saying this season they're out of contention sooner rather than later.

I presume you've seen the 30 for 30 documentary 'Brian and the Boz' which is very good.

Yes though I suppose it’s the same for everyone with only 4 CFB spots up for grabs and the utterly barmy selection process for said play offs. I suppose the other ironic thing about OU not making it to the CFB play off is at least we won’t stink the place out like we have for the past 4 times we’ve got there.

Nope haven’t seen the doc you mention will search it out. Thanks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 13, 2020, 10:55:11 PM
Yes though I suppose it’s the same for everyone with only 4 CFB spots up for grabs and the utterly barmy selection process for said play offs. I suppose the other ironic thing about OU not making it to the CFB play off is at least we won’t stink the place out like we have for the past 4 times we’ve got there.

Nope haven’t seen the doc you mention will search it out. Thanks.

Just wanted to get a Sooner pun in. :D

Aside from BatB some really good college football documentaries in the 30 for 30 canon i.e. The U, Pony Excess, Roll Tide/War Eagle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 14, 2020, 06:45:46 AM
My college team would be the CMU Chippewas, as Central Michigan Uni was where I went to. They've gone down the whole controversial mascot road though, which isn't great. Colours are maroon and yellow, so not a million miles away from Villa.

Must be something about those colours and contoversy. I take it Motherwell are your Scottish team. :)

It's funny you should mention them...

My Gran was born in Dumbarton, but was a big Motherwell fan. God only knows why.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2020, 12:02:01 PM
I have some signed NFL photos up for sale on eBay at the moment

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/ukredsox/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 17, 2020, 08:29:18 PM
Sky showing Notre Dame v Louisville.

Never noticed College Football on there before.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on October 17, 2020, 08:31:58 PM
Quasi football.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 19, 2020, 12:22:07 AM
Not a bad week 😀

Scotland win
Clyde win
Small Heath lose
Villa win
Bears win
Packers lose
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 19, 2020, 03:19:08 AM
I thought the Rams would beat the 49ers today, but so far so good. Still plenty of time to throw it away, though!

The Packers score surprised me, as did the Lions winning like that. I've a soft spot for them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 19, 2020, 03:19:29 AM
Not a bad week 😀

Scotland win
Clyde win
Small Heath lose
Villa win
Bears win
Packers lose

Yes, what a week you've had!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2020, 07:27:16 AM
My soft spot is for the Browns, who were dreadful against the Steelers.

Steelers v Ravens matchups should be competitive this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 22, 2020, 01:34:53 PM
My soft spot is for the Browns, who were dreadful against the Steelers.

Steelers v Ravens matchups should be competitive this season.

Steelers next three games, all on the road:  Titans, Ravens, Cowboys.    We come out of that 2-1, then I'll be happy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on October 25, 2020, 07:58:32 PM
The Cowboys just lost to a 1-5 team called “Football Team”. Sigh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 25, 2020, 08:58:05 PM
Cowboys got thumped by Washington *snigger*
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 25, 2020, 09:20:27 PM
Steelers remain perfect.   It was close in the end, but honestly should have been over long before that ending.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 25, 2020, 10:30:46 PM
Steelers have been really impressive on Defence and their OLine looks immense.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 25, 2020, 10:55:18 PM
Patriots getting battered. Even the 49ers can't throw this away now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 25, 2020, 11:12:37 PM
Just wish the Bears were playing the Patriots this year, as I think we would crush them
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 25, 2020, 11:19:19 PM
Just wish the Bears were playing the Patriots this year, as I think we would crush them

Haha. You definitely would, and I reckon you've got a good chance of winning the whole thing this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 25, 2020, 11:32:52 PM
Steelers remain perfect.   It was close in the end, but honestly should have been over long before that ending.

I reckon the Steelers or the Bears for the Superbowl this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 26, 2020, 12:08:30 AM
Would love to think we have a chance but can't see it, really. Tough run of fixtures coming up, will show whether we are genuine contenders or beneficiaries of a generous opening schedule.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 26, 2020, 09:03:00 AM
The Cowboys just lost to a 1-5 team called “Football Team”. Sigh.

The NFC East is terrible. At the moment, the 2-4-1 Eagles would host a playoff game

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on October 26, 2020, 09:06:38 AM
I reckon whoever comes out of the NFC west is still pretty much favourite to go to the Super Bowl. If the Bears, or if it’s the Packers (probably both) can get some home ties in the tougher play off games who knows though. 

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Reuben on October 26, 2020, 09:24:56 AM
Hoping the Bears win tonight to help my team (Cardinals) in the division.  However, the more likely scenario is that Cardinals and Bears will be Wild Card contenders so I'm torn! 

Gutted I was too dozy to stay awake for the second half last night!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 26, 2020, 12:35:09 PM
Brilliant game in the desert. Doesn't look like anyone will be going 19 and 0 this season, Steelers still have to travel to Buffalo and play Baltimore home and away. If they come out of that still unbeaten, fair play.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 26, 2020, 12:49:34 PM
Brilliant game in the desert. Doesn't look like anyone will be going 19 and 0 this season, Steelers still have to travel to Buffalo and play Baltimore home and away. If they come out of that still unbeaten, fair play.

If you guys come out of Saints, Titans, Vikings and Packers relatively unscathed, I'm having a few quid on you.

As I've said before, I've a soft spot for the Lions after living in Detroit, so go easy on them at the start of December! They're on a roll for their standards; two straight wins!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 26, 2020, 01:33:56 PM
What a brilliant effort and tackle by DK Metcalf, all for nought in the end.

Cardinals, Rams and Seahawks all looking quite good in that division and the 49ers aren't out of the playoffs yet either.

Hoping Rams keep up their record of only beating NFC East teams after tonight.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 02, 2020, 01:01:57 AM
A whole day ruined by teams called Saints. Fucking boo.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 02, 2020, 04:49:24 AM
A whole day ruined by teams called Saints. Fucking boo.

Unlucky mate.

Too little too late for the 49ers, also.

Bad weekend.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 02, 2020, 01:28:20 PM
Steelers/Ravens was everything you could have hoped, came down to the last play as it usually does and Steelers remain undefeated.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on November 02, 2020, 01:55:33 PM
It’s very rare the Villa and the Packers lose on the same day and both of them lost in very similar ways: beaten rather comfortably but the final score looked better than its was and  ultimately in both cases one man made a difference.

Not a great Sunday, but both great games that made the day exciting at least in these boring times we live in.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 02, 2020, 01:55:57 PM
They should go 11 and 0 with the Cowboys, Bungles and Jag-waars their next three games. Then it is Baltimore again. Potentially a huge match.

Edit: that was the Steelers I was on about. Was surprised by the Packers score but with us losing it probably won't be too damaging. They were likely be 2nd or 3rd seed before and that's still what I expect now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 02, 2020, 03:18:10 PM
Watching the Cowboys @ Eagles made me feel a whole lot better about the Bears Offence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 06, 2020, 08:39:29 AM
Can someone tell Axl Rose I'm not speaking to him, please? 😡
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 07, 2020, 12:26:53 AM
Can someone tell Axl Rose I'm not speaking to him, please? 😡

Oops. Sorry mate!  :-[
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 07, 2020, 08:11:31 AM
Always looked unlikely 49ers would win, with Garoppolo, Kite, Aiyuk and Trent Williams out, amongst others
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 07, 2020, 12:32:39 PM
Always looked unlikely 49ers would win, with Garoppolo, Kite, Aiyuk and Trent Williams out, amongst others

Just absolutely decimated by injuries this season. What a difference a year makes really, as last November I was thrilled by our win over the Packers. Have a few Green Bay-supporting mates from my time studying in Michigan, and they're adamant they're going to win the whole thing this year. Which makes my Lions-supporting mates fume!

Packers looking good though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on November 07, 2020, 12:33:31 PM
Niners are riddled with injuries as well. Might as well put a link through the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 07, 2020, 12:36:49 PM
Niners are riddled with injuries as well. Might as well put a link through the season.

It's a shame mate. I thought we had won the whole bloody thing in February. Would have done if it wasn't for a Villa-esque capitulation. And Mahomes being so damn good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 08, 2020, 10:06:12 AM
Yeah, Mahomes and the Chiefs look like the team to beat.

Steelers could beat them though.

Seahawks and Packers look the best in the NFC.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on November 08, 2020, 06:32:10 PM
Bears at Titans the live game over here, was hoping to switch to it later if/when watching Villa became too painful, but from what I've seen so farx as a Bears fan, this game will not be any less painful than the Villa one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 09, 2020, 01:14:16 AM
Good teams find ways to win when they don’t play well.  Looking at you, Pittsburgh!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 09, 2020, 01:26:54 AM
Bears were bad. Really, really fucking bad. Despite the usual fourth quarter improvement. Has to be a win, and a massively improved performance, against the Vikes or the playoffs have gone after a 5 and 1 start.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 09, 2020, 09:15:51 AM
We think that VAR is bad, but awarding that interception to the Ravens was a bizarre one.

If that had been a wide receiver, no way would the catch have been awarded
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 09, 2020, 09:20:15 AM
Bears were bad. Really, really fucking bad. Despite the usual fourth quarter improvement. Has to be a win, and a massively improved performance, against the Vikes or the playoffs have gone after a 5 and 1 start.

Have we actually been ahead first and won a match? We seem to be trying to specialise in fourth quarter comebacks and that is a bad tactic?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on November 11, 2020, 09:11:46 AM
How many of the 4th Qtr comebacks were after binning Trubisky and bringing on Foles? Can't do that now Foles is starting, and unfortunately he's not looking anywhere near the Superbowl-winning Foles since he became starter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 11, 2020, 10:32:58 AM
We lead the Giants all game and won. Didn't score a point in the 2nd Half.

Our OLine is dreadful, which stops our non existent running game. So we can't protect the QB, but have to throw because we can't run the ball.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 16, 2020, 02:31:53 AM
9-0!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 16, 2020, 07:27:05 AM
9-0!

Your boys are looking a bit good aren't they! Could quite easily win every game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 16, 2020, 09:24:33 AM
A two game winning streak sees the New York Football Giants now in second place in the NFC East at ......3-7  :o

Raiders continue to improve. Early loss to the Pats now looking like a poor result. However, back then, we didn't really know that the Pats were no longer really the Pats
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 16, 2020, 09:46:14 AM
I still think the Patriots are going to get in the playoffs. Just to piss me off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 16, 2020, 06:30:54 PM
The DeAndre Hopkins catch was unbelievable
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 16, 2020, 08:30:22 PM
The DeAndre Hopkins catch was unbelievable

Agreed, love hail mary's when they come off!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 18, 2020, 11:12:59 AM
Yes, wow.

Love him, and would love to see him at the 49ers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 18, 2020, 03:46:58 PM
Being in the same division as Aaron Rodgers and formerly Brett Favre, I'm not quite so enthused about Hail Mary's
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 22, 2020, 10:52:34 PM
10-0.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 30, 2020, 09:13:23 AM
If only we could play as well in the other three quarters as we do in the last one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 03, 2020, 12:41:03 AM
11-0

It wasn’t pretty and it certainly wasn’t convincing, but they got it done.  Bud Dupree torn ACL now out for the season, that’s the second linebacker we’ve lost to that injury this year, could be huge.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 04, 2020, 07:50:27 AM
Do you think the Steelers can go unbeaten?

Remaining fixtures

Washington
@ Bills
@ Bengals
Colts
@ Browns

Four out of five in playoff contention. Can see them coming unstuck, especially with injury problems.


Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 04, 2020, 10:00:02 AM
I think they might just win them all. Bills is the toughest there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on December 06, 2020, 09:07:38 PM
The Bears really are a clown car at the moment.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on December 06, 2020, 09:11:19 PM
Yep times up for Nagy and Pace
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 06, 2020, 09:35:49 PM
Agreed. Get them both gone, they have destroyed everything we did well in 2018. Even the D looks piss poor under pressure now, when with that personnel it should be challenging for Super Bowls, never mind playoffs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 07, 2020, 10:17:53 AM
Need to get a GM that occasionally picks Offensive Linemen in the draft.

Of and drafts either DeShaun Watson or Patrick Mahomes ahead of Mitch Trubisky....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 07, 2020, 10:23:02 AM
I thought that my Raiders were going to hand the abysmal Jets their first win.

Luckily the Jets forgot that when a team is desperate and has to throw deep, you should....well....properly cover the deep pattern :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 07, 2020, 10:29:25 AM
Pat Fitzgerald any good? Dunno much about him as don't know much about college football. He has been linked with Bears job by a couple of outlets.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 08, 2020, 01:34:50 AM
The Steelers bid for perfection is over.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 08, 2020, 09:48:53 AM
The Steelers bid for perfection is over.

Party time in Miami

At least Pittsburgh lost to a 'Football Team'
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 08, 2020, 01:02:11 PM
Steelers needed to lose that, they were beginning to believe their own hype.   Last two games have been awful, they need to fix it quick before the weekend vs Buffalo.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on December 13, 2020, 06:39:57 PM
Wtf kind of monstrosity of a kit are the Bears wearing today? Why do they keep messing with the best kit, and logo, in the NFL?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 13, 2020, 06:44:37 PM
It's a "throwback" kit from 1936.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 13, 2020, 06:56:58 PM
Yeah, can't say I'm keen on it.

This video discussing it is good though...

https://mobile.twitter.com/ChicagoBears/status/1176685112156667904

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 14, 2020, 09:06:38 AM
Maybe we should wear it more often.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 14, 2020, 11:12:10 AM
We have a 100% record in it. Still in with a chance of the playoffs, but likely need to win all three. I think our chances of doing so may have been hamstrung by the useless Saints last night. My hope was that they could have the number one seed wrapped up by week 17 and we would play Green Bay's backups at Lambeau, but that seems unlikely now. Still, better to have a chance than be out of it altogether.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 14, 2020, 01:43:13 PM
Is that the first match were we have won by more then one Touchdown?. Still only played really well in one quarter though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on December 14, 2020, 03:35:40 PM
The mighty Packers take the North again. A better achievement this year as the pundits had us likely to finish third this year or even fourth after selecting a QB in the draft. No 1 seeds as well as it stands. Couldn’t be better.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 14, 2020, 05:09:20 PM
Is that the first match were we have won by more then one Touchdown?. Still only played really well in one quarter though.

In fairness we didn't have to play brilliantly for the rest of the game as we had it virtually wrapped up. And the D/Special Teams still kept up a high level to ensure that they wouldn't have even a sniff of getting back into it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on December 20, 2020, 11:33:23 PM
Another win as we scrape through against the norsemen. TD in three separate quarters. Should have done enough for Playoffs or wildcard now with 1 and 13 Jags next and hopefully the packers resting players in the final game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 20, 2020, 11:44:51 PM
Even if we win both we don't make playoffs unless Arizona lose one or Tampa Bay lose both their remaining games. Also not sure Green Bay will be resting anyone as seems likely that at least one of Saints/Seahawks/Rams will still have a chance of the number one seed going into week 17.

Still, credit to improved offense for keeping us in the hunt. If we can beat the Jags we, at least, have a chance going into the final game which looked pretty unlikely until recently.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 21, 2020, 12:00:55 AM
JETS WIN!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on December 21, 2020, 12:09:49 AM
Truly 'tis the end of days! In the meantime Merry Xmas to Fireman Ed!

J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2020, 09:13:57 AM
My Jets fan mates in NYC are not happy :)

Draft planning getting screwed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 21, 2020, 01:17:49 PM
They'll still get the number one pick when we fuck up the Jaguars game next week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 22, 2020, 09:26:14 AM
Wheels appear to have come off in Pittsburgh.

Losing to the Bills was understandable, but now the Steelers have lost to the Bungles to make it three defeats in a row
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 27, 2020, 12:30:52 AM
Thank you 49ers ❤️. (Except for Robbie sodding Gould).

 

 

 

 

Now watch us f**k this up by losing to Jacksonville tomorrow...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 27, 2020, 09:29:47 PM
Jets can’t even get being fecking shit right :)

Great comeback by the Steelers. Maybe they are still good
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 28, 2020, 08:17:39 AM
Browns Brownsing things up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 28, 2020, 09:30:53 AM
Bears have to beat the Packers, or hope that the Cardinals lose to the Rams. If Bears and Cardinals win, then the Rams miss out.

Unfortunately it looks like Goff will be out against the Cardinals and the Packers are unlikely to play their backups, as they haven't clinched the top seed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 28, 2020, 12:43:13 PM
Jets can’t even get being fecking shit right :)

Great comeback by the Steelers. Maybe they are still good

Defense is still good, offense still has no run game, so it's all on a 38 year old Big Ben.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 03, 2021, 09:18:23 PM
Browns Brownsing things up.

They've done it! Have to feel happy for them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 03, 2021, 10:06:17 PM
Well done Browns. Now "enjoying" the biannual Bears getting battered by Rodgers.🙄
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 03, 2021, 10:14:29 PM
Well done Browns. Now "enjoying" the biannual Bears getting battered by Rodgers.🙄

Every time Rodgers plays vs the Bears it seems the Packers score on every drive. Bears need to try and play a really, really slow game of I score/You score and hope they are up at the end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 03, 2021, 10:17:48 PM
Browns Brownsing things up.

They've done it! Have to feel happy for them.

Farr play to them they got over the line. Rematch with Steelers in playoffs?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 03, 2021, 10:23:53 PM
Browns Brownsing things up.

They've done it! Have to feel happy for them.

Farr play to them they got over the line. Rematch with Steelers in playoffs?

I think it is, yeah.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 03, 2021, 10:33:34 PM
Three drives, three touchdowns. Ten passes, ten complete.

Welcome to every Packers v Bears game for the last twenty years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 03, 2021, 10:36:23 PM
Three drives, three touchdowns. Ten passes, ten complete.

Welcome to every Packers v Bears game for the last twenty years.

Yep. The Packers never punt in this fixture.

I reckon Rodgers should start facing away from the line of scrimmage and just hoy the ball over his head wedding garland style. He'll still end up with close to a 100% completion record.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 04, 2021, 12:20:32 AM
Bears at least competed in the second half. You have to convert redzone changes and you can't drop the very few interception changes Rodgers gives you.

Still, doesn't matter. It's Highbury 1981 all over again! Thank you, you beautiful sexy Los Angeles Rams!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 04, 2021, 10:57:49 AM
Will Kamara be back for the weekend?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 04, 2021, 11:04:59 AM
Will Kamara be back for the weekend?

Yes.  If the game had been the day before, he wouldn't have been.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 04, 2021, 12:40:54 PM
I really want the Packers to get to the Super Bowl, but part of me wants it to be not this season. Watching at home on my own in Brum in the middle of the night this year or in another year in a bar in Green Bay or the host city seems worth the wait. And the disappointment.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 04, 2021, 07:16:10 PM
Your playoff picture for the upcoming weekend.....

Sat:
Colts @ Bills
Rams @ Seahawks
Buccaneers @ Washington

Sun:
Bears @ Saints
Ravens @ Titans
Browns @ Steelers

Green Bay and Kansas get a bye.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 04, 2021, 10:37:55 PM
Looking at those I think there's clear favourites in every match. Will be a shock if any of Colts, Rams, WFT, Titans, Bears and Browns win. Any given Sunday though ...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 04, 2021, 11:10:19 PM
Well, after restricting Rodgers to his worst ever performance against the Bears, just 965 yards for 12 touchdowns, I'll be amazed if we don't saunter past Brees and Rodgers on our way to Super Bowl glory.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 10, 2021, 09:08:53 PM
No shocks yet, as predicted. Although Colts could easily have won.

Can the Bears turn the tide?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 10, 2021, 09:50:49 PM
Ravens vs Titans was fun, especially watching Lamar Jackson in action.

Fingers crossed for the Bears, but not holding out too much hope.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 10, 2021, 09:54:12 PM
Either way, I would expect Trubisky to be replaced in the post season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 10, 2021, 10:46:31 PM
Seems like we have to beat the Saints and the officials.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 10, 2021, 10:48:13 PM
Yep they are clearly desperate to give Brees a nice farewell play off run !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 10, 2021, 11:15:04 PM
The Bears are terrible at offense
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 10, 2021, 11:28:05 PM
The Bears are terrible at offense

It doesn't help when you drop a sitter in the end zone. But yeah, it's an achievement in itself for the Bears to get a new set of downs with a possession, let alone a score.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 11, 2021, 12:19:43 AM
Think our D has done fine they must be sick of having to be on the field for so long due to the woeful Offense.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 11, 2021, 12:43:05 AM
First half we should have been at least one score ahead.

Second half, was a typical Bears against a decent team performance. Nowhere near good enough. We seem well short of a team that is capable of winning playoff games, and only made it in because we are in the weaker conference and they expanded to seven teams.

Goodbye and good luck, Mitch.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 11, 2021, 01:18:51 AM
What a start at Beans Park!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 11, 2021, 09:08:15 AM
One way to beat the Steelers. Score four touchdowns in the first quarter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 11, 2021, 12:36:08 PM
One way to beat the Steelers. Score four touchdowns in the first quarter.

What a joke.  Steelers scored 3 of those for them with turnovers.   
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2021, 01:36:05 PM
It was brilliant. Watched the highlights and couldn't believe my eyes.

Browns just need to overcome the Chiefs now....

Bears did better than last time against the Saints at least. Think if we had a few less injuries we could have given them a better game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 11, 2021, 05:31:13 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/miketanier/status/1348431214307377155?s=21
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 11, 2021, 05:32:23 PM
It was brilliant. Watched the highlights and couldn't believe my eyes.

Browns just need to overcome the Chiefs now....

Bears did better than last time against the Saints at least. Think if we had a few less injuries we could have given them a better game.

We went to overtime against them last time so, no we didn't.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 11, 2021, 05:33:32 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/miketanier/status/1348431214307377155?s=21

I think slime touchdowns and boggle eyes are the way to go. Seemed a really good idea, tbh. Hope they do it again. Hopefully with two competent teams as opposed to just one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 15, 2021, 01:17:12 PM
NFL gets its first Muslim Head Coach. Shame that the bloke is lumbered with the Jets

Quote
The New York Jets are set to appoint San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as head coach, a move which would make him the first Muslim to take charge of an NFL team.

Saleh, 41, has been with the 49ers since 2017 and has also worked for teams including the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Seattle Seahawks and the Houston Texans.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/55673077
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 17, 2021, 12:03:57 AM
Rams vs Packers so far has been quality. Looking forward as well afterwards to what promises to be the tie of the round, Ravens vs Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2021, 03:09:37 AM
Found Rams Packers boring as was always pretty sure who was going to win, even when LA threatened a comeback, you knew Green Bay would always get a touchdown if they needed one and so it proved.

Lots of people would be put off by this war of attrition in the latter game, but I'm enjoying it much more.

And Bills have just scored.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 17, 2021, 01:37:14 PM
Gotsta like a 101 yard interception return :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 17, 2021, 11:40:27 PM
Great drama at Arrowhead. Think that will haunt the Browns for a while. Hope Mahomes is back for next week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 17, 2021, 11:44:53 PM
Best game of the playoffs so far for me, but a shame that the Browns couldn't win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 17, 2021, 11:55:46 PM
Great game, even thought I wanted Browns to win.

Now come on please, New Orleans, save us from the Green Brady Championship match that the media would love and I would hate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 18, 2021, 02:42:02 AM
Fuck right off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 18, 2021, 08:40:59 AM
But is Brady still The Bad Guy now he's no longer at New England?

Looking like it's going to be a Packers Super Bowl win to me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sid1964 on January 18, 2021, 12:33:30 PM
Just seen a bit of Good Morning Football on sky - Kay Adams the presenter - how good looking is that lady😀
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Duncan Shaw on January 18, 2021, 03:46:58 PM
So not really been massively into NFL for years - watched a bit when Ch4 first started doing it, but drifted away.  Got married again 2 years ago and my wife is a huge fan, so been getting more into for the last 4 years or so.  We are lucky enough that she owns a house in Davenport SW of Orlando, so on our trips over there she got me into it, pretty much by us going to Millers Ale house and watching - at the end of the day it the triumvirate of sport, pub and me being a bloke!!  She is a massive 49ers fan and has been for 30 years and her daughters husband a big Cardinals fan.  They told me I had to pick a team - I sort of used to like the Bears back in the day and thought about the Browns due to Randy's connection at Villa, but in the end I did what I considered the right thing by picking the team nearest the house - The Bucs.  We've driven down to Tampa a few times and it's about 45mins, so pretty local really.  Now they are one game from the Super Bowl - what sort of a bloody glory hunter am I?

Obviously the plan was to have been over there in the house on holiday while the SB was on, but that's f*cked, but Brady or not, I'll be cheering them on!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 18, 2021, 04:43:03 PM
Ha! Congrats mate. I will be cheering for them, through gritted teeth, on Sunday anyway. But please don't take offence when I say I hope whoever wins the NFC Championship game gets obliterated in the Super Bowl!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2021, 02:02:21 PM
Philip Rivers retiring
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sid1964 on January 20, 2021, 04:05:12 PM
Philip Rivers - when I was in San Diego on holiday a few years back saw the Chargers beat Vikings - cracking day out

The thing that made me smile that even if you are 70 you have to prove your age before they serve you any alcohol
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 24, 2021, 09:33:31 PM
Brady out playing Rodgers so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ads on January 24, 2021, 09:35:22 PM
What's the deal with Buffalo fans? I can't quite work out what their reputation is. Any help for the uninitiated?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 24, 2021, 10:45:03 PM
Jekyll and Hyde performance from Brady. First half superb, second half I think he thinks he's playing for Green Bay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 24, 2021, 11:07:19 PM
What's the deal with Buffalo fans? I can't quite work out what their reputation is. Any help for the uninitiated?

All I know is that they slam/break tables. I think Philadelphia fans have the worst reputation though, sort of like the Millwall of the NFL.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 24, 2021, 11:23:17 PM
Is there grounds for firing a Head Coach after a 13-3 season?

I think LaFleur comes about as close to deserving being sacked as anyone ever has under those parameters. That decision to kick a FG is so unfathomable, I still don't think it's actually happened.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 24, 2021, 11:39:39 PM
Unfathomable decision. And rubbish by Rodgers to bottle out of the run for the touchdown in the first place. They're both still excellent though so assume you're just on a knee jerk reaction and don't really think they should consider sacking him. It would be a surprise to nobody if they made the Super Bowl next season.

Credit to Tampa winning despite Brady being irratic. Assumed if they were to have any chance it would be because Brady threw six touchdowns to Rodgers' four, or something crazy like that. Also credit to them for winning three straight road games (and seven straight, over all).

Hope they get pumped in the Super Bowl, though. Preferably by the Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 24, 2021, 11:53:00 PM
Credit to Tampa winning despite Brady being irratic. Assumed if they were to have any chance it would be because Brady threw six touchdowns to Rodgers' four, or something crazy like that. Also credit to them for winning three straight road games (and seven straight, over all).

Hope they get pumped in the Super Bowl, though. Preferably by the Bills.

Won't they be the first team to play a Super Bowl at home? Quite a few of my friends are Bucs fans so happy for them. One in particular is from Tampa but his wife is a massive Packers fan so that would have been an interesting night. :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 24, 2021, 11:59:30 PM
Yeah maybe a little bit knee jerk 😂. Think it's definitely something that needs to be explained though. To take the ball out of the hands of probably the most skilled QB in history, having perhaps his best ever season makes zero sense.

It must have been predetermined that they were going to.kick the FG before the 3rd down. If Rodgers knew he had 2 downs to get the TD he would have ran for it.

The key moments and decisions ultimately cost the Packers. The interception at the end of the 1st half was about as blatant a hold on Lazard as you could wish to see, but to allow a TD from the last play was unforgivable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2021, 12:54:58 AM
What's the deal with Buffalo fans? I can't quite work out what their reputation is. Any help for the uninitiated?

Seen as some of the noisiest and most dedicated fans in the NFL. Obviously saw their team lose 4 Super Bowls on a row, which can't have been fun.

On the downside, Trump is a Bills fan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 25, 2021, 01:41:22 AM
I think Trump is just a Trump fan and hates the entire league for not kicking out all the African-Americans who disgracefully consider not being murdered by the police every five minutes more important than standing for a stripey bit of cloth.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 25, 2021, 03:20:04 AM
Bit of an anticlimax, that. Chiefs were very good, Bills weren't. Not helped by two cowardly decisions to kick field goals when they needed touchdowns to put any pressure on KC.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Duncan Shaw on January 25, 2021, 08:05:58 AM
Well I'm pleased that my new found glory-hunting continues!  Go the Bucs!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 25, 2021, 09:14:24 AM
I think Trump is just a Trump fan and hates the entire league for not kicking out all the African-Americans who disgracefully consider not being murdered by the police every five minutes more important than standing for a stripey bit of cloth.

Trump hates the NFL for not letting him have a team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2021, 12:10:03 PM
Chiefs trying to repeat for the first time since the Cheatriots did it in about 2004.

Buccs coming from nowhere to challenge, but have Brady and Antonio Brown 😤
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 25, 2021, 12:31:45 PM
Lots of bottling on fourth down has backfired these playoffs. FG decision by LaFleur last night worst of the lot though. I said as soon as they did it they're not getting the ball back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2021, 12:35:48 PM
Was odd, as meant they still needed a TD.

If they fail on 4th down, Buccs still have it deep in their own half.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 25, 2021, 01:29:39 PM
That Tom Brady chap is pretty good, he should have a good career ahead of him no matter what happens in the Super Bowl.

Pat Mahomes looks pretty sharp as well, should be a good game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 27, 2021, 09:43:01 AM
US sports radio yesterday was suggesting that Rodgers is finished in Green Bay
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 27, 2021, 11:12:10 AM
US sports radio yesterday was suggesting that Rodgers is finished in Green Bay

As in, they're finished with him, or he's finished with them?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 27, 2021, 11:14:27 AM
Mutual moving on
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 27, 2021, 11:15:02 AM
Think both be and Green Bay have moved to Scotch those rumours today.

Would be a bit weird if Rodgers and Stafford both leave the NFC North after so long 🥳
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 27, 2021, 03:31:33 PM
That Tom Brady chap is pretty good, he should have a good career ahead of him no matter what happens in the Super Bowl.

But is he happy? Married to a Brazilian supermodel who's the breadwinner, can't be all sweetness and light.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on January 27, 2021, 11:48:16 PM
Think both be and Green Bay have moved to Scotch those rumours today.

Would be a bit weird if Rodgers and Stafford both leave the NFC North after so long 🥳

I won't celebrate until Rodgers is definitely gone and it has been confirmed that his replacement is shite.

Fully expect that whoever starts next season as quarterback for the Packers will end up in the Hall of Fame, one way or the other.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 29, 2021, 05:23:54 PM
Think both be and Green Bay have moved to Scotch those rumours today.

Would be a bit weird if Rodgers and Stafford both leave the NFC North after so long 🥳

I won't celebrate until Rodgers is definitely gone and it has been confirmed that his replacement is shite.

Fully expect that whoever starts next season as quarterback for the Packers will end up in the Hall of Fame, one way or the other.

I share your concern and pain CD as a long suffering Bears fan too !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 29, 2021, 07:02:20 PM
Think both be and Green Bay have moved to Scotch those rumours today.

Would be a bit weird if Rodgers and Stafford both leave the NFC North after so long 🥳

I won't celebrate until Rodgers is definitely gone and it has been confirmed that his replacement is shite.

Fully expect that whoever starts next season as quarterback for the Packers will end up in the Hall of Fame, one way or the other.

I share your concern and pain CD as a long suffering Bears fan too !

Long suffering, tsk! You won the Super Bowl in 1986. ::)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ASHTONVILLA on February 07, 2021, 08:37:59 PM
Anyone else stopping up to watch the Superbowl? Hoping for another win for the chiefs. Was in the US for the last one watching in a bar in rural California, have to make do with a cold beer in rainy Lancashire this time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mrfuse on February 07, 2021, 09:03:46 PM
Anyone else stopping up to watch the Superbowl? Hoping for another win for the chiefs. Was in the US for the last one watching in a bar in rural California, have to make do with a cold beer in rainy Lancashire this time.

Yep daughter and I follow the Bucs so as you can imagine we cant wait for the game later.

hoping for another Superbowl winning performance from Tom Brady.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: TelfordVilla on February 07, 2021, 09:21:10 PM
Oh yes. Staying up for the superbowl followed by day 4 of the test match. 12 hours of live sport.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ASHTONVILLA on February 07, 2021, 10:46:57 PM
Oh yes. Staying up for the superbowl followed by day 4 of the test match. 12 hours of live sport.

Tempting, but got to get the kids to school in the morning. Definitely watching the Superbowl though. Going to zoom call a few mates in the states and watch with them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 07, 2021, 10:48:04 PM
Happy Super Bowl Sunday/Monday everyone. 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Monty on February 08, 2021, 12:11:50 AM
Brady and Gronk, the old story.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Monty on February 08, 2021, 12:49:34 AM
Brady and Gronk, the old story.

Repeat.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 08, 2021, 01:02:54 AM
Back to a one score game. And for once, a possibly decent halftime show on the cards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Monty on February 08, 2021, 01:16:21 AM
Back to a one score game. And for once, a possibly decent halftime show on the cards.

Looks like you'd better hope that show's good! Bucks are totally dominant really.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ASHTONVILLA on February 08, 2021, 01:43:13 AM
Can't give more than 90 yards in penalties and expect not to be behind. Chiefs will have to be exceptional to come back from there
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 08, 2021, 01:47:45 AM
Back to a one score game. And for once, a possibly decent halftime show on the cards.

Looks like you'd better hope that show's good! Bucks are totally dominant really.

That halftime show was pretty poor but suspected it would be. 'Earned It' sounds much better in a strip club (so I'm told).

As someone put it 'It's the Pepsi halftime show but every song is about coke'.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Monty on February 08, 2021, 01:58:34 AM
Back to a one score game. And for once, a possibly decent halftime show on the cards.

Looks like you'd better hope that show's good! Bucks are totally dominant really.

That halftime show was pretty poor but suspected it would be. 'Earned It' sounds much better in a strip club (so I'm told).

As someone put it 'It's the Pepsi halftime show but every song is about coke'.

I mean, it is Tampa, so strip clubs and coke sounds pretty much like the vibe.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Duncan Shaw on February 08, 2021, 02:32:55 AM
Enjoying my adopted Bucs performance so far, my wife 49ers fan has now gone to bed in a huff as she hates Brady and thinks he's bought the officials.  Then I think about the owners and Man Utd......

But surely most of the Chiefs pens have been justified?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2021, 02:35:32 AM
Can't think of too many controversial decisions. The penalties were just Chiefs stupidity. I enjoyed The Weeknd a lot more than this game, it's as good as over. If the Chiefs were gonna be this shit they may as well have let Buffalo or Cleveland have a go, useless twats.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Monty on February 08, 2021, 02:41:51 AM
Couldn't see any problem either, they just looked frustrated into mistakes. Brady is the master, the c**t, and the Bucs have been brilliantly organised in all aspects of the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Scott Nielsen on February 08, 2021, 02:52:05 AM
I feel sorry for Mahomes who seems like a genuinely nice guy. As opposed to uberprick Brady.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2021, 03:06:58 AM
At least Tyreek Hill is on the losing side.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Scott Nielsen on February 08, 2021, 03:08:25 AM
There is that, true.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mrfuse on February 08, 2021, 03:48:08 AM
I feel sorry for Mahomes who seems like a genuinely nice guy. As opposed to uberprick Brady.

Well I don't feel sorry for Mahomes he was beaten by the better quarterback and the best team on the day.

They kept building him up but he isn't in the same league as Brady. Maybe he will be one day.

The general concensus is Brady is genuinely a nice guy so I think that's just sour grapes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2021, 10:20:28 AM

The general concensus is Brady is genuinely a nice guy so I think that's just sour grapes.

The hat that Brady used to display in his locker suggests otherwise

(https://pyxis.nymag.com/v1/imgs/99f/17f/9198736c81ae2faf337f511701ccf5367b-15-tom-brady-trump-hat.2x.rhorizontal.w710.jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Abbeyfealeavfc on February 08, 2021, 10:25:14 AM
Dominant display by the Buccaneers! Impressive record of Brady's. Well done Tampa Bay!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ASHTONVILLA on February 08, 2021, 10:26:49 AM
Well best team won. Will keep an eye on this thread now I know it's here though.

I keep an eye on Fresno State Bulldogs in college football, as I spend a fair amount of time in the Central Valley and often wind up in the Bulldog bar when I'm in Fresno. Don't have a team that I follow in the NFL, just like watching a decent game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ASHTONVILLA on February 08, 2021, 10:31:27 AM

The general concensus is Brady is genuinely a nice guy so I think that's just sour grapes.

The hat that Brady used to display in his locker suggests otherwise

(https://pyxis.nymag.com/v1/imgs/99f/17f/9198736c81ae2faf337f511701ccf5367b-15-tom-brady-trump-hat.2x.rhorizontal.w710.jpg)

Just makes him one of about 70 million Americans, hardly controversial.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 08, 2021, 10:47:22 AM
When was that pic taken? Because to display that cap proudly when the game was attended by the family of the policeman killed in the Capitol riots, as well as the injured officer, is the behaviour of a dickhead.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 08, 2021, 10:52:49 AM
When was that pic taken? Because to display that cap proudly when the game was attended by the family of the policeman killed in the Capitol riots, as well as the injured officer, is the behaviour of a dickhead.

Old photo
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 08, 2021, 11:16:44 AM
Shite game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2021, 12:00:29 PM

The general concensus is Brady is genuinely a nice guy so I think that's just sour grapes.

The hat that Brady used to display in his locker suggests otherwise

(https://pyxis.nymag.com/v1/imgs/99f/17f/9198736c81ae2faf337f511701ccf5367b-15-tom-brady-trump-hat.2x.rhorizontal.w710.jpg)

Just makes him one of about 70 million Americans, hardly controversial.

I don't have to like any of those 70 million.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2021, 12:03:01 PM
Shite game

Yeah, I'm not that bothered that the Bucs won but would have liked a classic.

Though I will settle for a similarly boring, one-sided, NFC victory next year when the Bears are in the Super Bowl.










I'm not even convincing myself. ☹
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Abbeyfealeavfc on February 08, 2021, 12:21:16 PM
When was that pic taken? Because to display that cap proudly when the game was attended by the family of the policeman killed in the Capitol riots, as well as the injured officer, is the behaviour of a dickhead.

Old photo

2015?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: mrfuse on February 08, 2021, 12:27:52 PM

The general concensus is Brady is genuinely a nice guy so I think that's just sour grapes.

The hat that Brady used to display in his locker suggests otherwise

(https://pyxis.nymag.com/v1/imgs/99f/17f/9198736c81ae2faf337f511701ccf5367b-15-tom-brady-trump-hat.2x.rhorizontal.w710.jpg)

not a lot of sports stars are the brightest and make ill choices doesn't make him him a prick. Besides I think hes addressed a few of those issues. The coverage on the BBC discussed whether or not he was  genuinely a nice guy or it was all show.

I'm not really that bothered to be honest we all know Grealish off the field does stupid things doesn't make him a prick either.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 08, 2021, 01:22:30 PM
The general concensus is Brady is genuinely a nice guy so I think that's just sour grapes.

A mate of mine is very good friends with Tom and Giselle as Brady's eldest son is best friends in school with his kid, goes skiing with them to Aspen etc. By all accounts Brady is a very nice guy and I say that as someone who loathes the Patriots. It was certainly was easier watching him win it in a Bucs uniform.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Bobby Boy on February 08, 2021, 01:46:51 PM
The general concensus is Brady is genuinely a nice guy so I think that's just sour grapes.

A mate of mine is very good friends with Tom and Giselle as Brady's eldest son is best friends in school with his kid, goes skiing with them to Aspen etc. By all accounts Brady is a very nice guy and I say that as someone who loathes the Patriots. It was certainly was easier watching him win it in a Bucs uniform.

Ha, ha, fair enough. As a Patriots fan since the mid-80's watching TB winning the Superbowl in a different uniform was a very strange thing.

Incidentally the massacre by the Bears in Superbowl 20 was one of the most painful experiences I've had as a fan. I assumed that the Bears would dominate the sport for the next 10 years....

They won their Divisional Championship and Conference Championship to nil and wanted to do the same to us. An early Walter Payton fumble ended that but hell were they good that year....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2021, 02:32:42 PM
If the Bears could ever have kept McMahon fit for at least a dozen games after that they could and should have won more Super Bowls. He wasn't the greatest quarterback of all time but he was more than good enough to help that Bears team beat just about anyone. He never played more than nine games in a season for the Bears after Super Bowl XX.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 08, 2021, 02:35:26 PM
It's OK, next season the tide turns right?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2021, 03:06:08 PM
Always, mate. Same as Villa winning the cup. 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brend'Watkins on February 08, 2021, 03:56:49 PM
I watched the 1st qtr and thought it was genuinely a full stadium.  Thinking that Florida doesn't give a shit about Covid.  It was pointed out to me by a mate that there were 25,000 there among the cardboard cut outs which was a bit of a relief.  Then another mate sent me a message from his cousin in Florida who said  the bar he was in there was rammed. They really do not give a shit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: luke:lamf on February 08, 2021, 04:46:33 PM
I watched the 1st qtr and thought it was genuinely a full stadium.  Thinking that Florida doesn't give a shit about Covid.  It was pointed out to me by a mate that there were 25,000 there among the cardboard cut outs which was a bit of a relief.  Then another mate sent me a message from his cousin in Florida who said  the bar he was in there was rammed. They really do not give a shit.
My understanding from Fark, and other sites in the early days of broadband is that "Florida" is explanation enough when it comes to egregiously stupid behaviour.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on February 08, 2021, 04:47:45 PM
Two hundred and fifty years of brainwashing the general public into thinking that anything "government" is bad, so that the already wealthy can get away without paying their fair share of tax, will have that effect.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 08, 2021, 05:23:51 PM
I watched the 1st qtr and thought it was genuinely a full stadium.  Thinking that Florida doesn't give a shit about Covid.  It was pointed out to me by a mate that there were 25,000 there among the cardboard cut outs which was a bit of a relief.  Then another mate sent me a message from his cousin in Florida who said  the bar he was in there was rammed. They really do not give a shit.

Reprehensible behaviour but maybe they felt they were celebrating a historic evening and that there are bigger issues to worry about at this moment in time. https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-55761046

 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on February 08, 2021, 05:27:37 PM
I thought the Bucs were excellent. They hassled Mahomes and gave him no time, stifled Tyreek and limited the Chiefs chances. Added to the silly 'aggressive' penalties and Foutrnette running hard, Bucs never game them a chance. I'm not a TB fan or Mahomes, so look forward to the Niners coming back to smash everyone next season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 09, 2021, 05:47:52 PM
I watched the 1st qtr and thought it was genuinely a full stadium.  Thinking that Florida doesn't give a shit about Covid.  It was pointed out to me by a mate that there were 25,000 there among the cardboard cut outs which was a bit of a relief.  Then another mate sent me a message from his cousin in Florida who said  the bar he was in there was rammed. They really do not give a shit.

Reprehensible behaviour but maybe they felt they were celebrating a historic evening and that there are bigger issues to worry about at this moment in time. https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-55761046

(https://www.bclocalnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/21754694_web_200610-LDN-Editorial-OPTION3_1.jpg)

And for what it is worth, it was a shite answer and she was rightly criticised for it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sid1964 on March 11, 2021, 09:59:13 AM
Saw a bit of good morning football yesterday- and they said the player who had been paid the most in NFL history was Rothlesberger a staggering 262 million dollars to date
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 11, 2021, 11:45:59 AM
Surprising it isn't Brady. Maybe because Roethlisberger was a first round draft pick whereas it would have taken Brady a while to get up to elite money.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 12, 2021, 10:57:50 AM
Surprising it isn't Brady. Maybe because Roethlisberger was a first round draft pick whereas it would have taken Brady a while to get up to elite money.

Correct. Brady was on a low salary at the start

https://www.nbcsports.com/boston/patriots/tom-bradys-patriots-contracts-through-years
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 16, 2021, 02:08:40 PM
Saw a bit of good morning football yesterday- and they said the player who had been paid the most in NFL history was Rothlesberger a staggering 262 million dollars to date

I like him, think he's lost every match against Da Bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 16, 2021, 10:56:21 PM
Andy Dalton. Wow. Cheeseheads will be terrified.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on March 17, 2021, 12:11:26 AM
Andy Dalton. Wow. Cheeseheads will be terrified.

There was talk of Chicago being after Russel Wilson, with Wilson not being too happy in Seattle.

Wilson to Dalton isn't that much of a comedown  ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Cliftonville Villlain on March 17, 2021, 01:46:01 AM
Just a passing interest in the sport through regular visits to New York and receiving some Jets merchandise. Are the Jets really that bad or are brighter days ahead?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 17, 2021, 08:32:26 AM
Andy Dalton. Wow. Cheeseheads will be terrified.

There was talk of Chicago being after Russel Wilson, with Wilson not being too happy in Seattle.

Wilson to Dalton isn't that much of a comedown  ;D

It's like when Small Heath spent the summer telling everyone they were going to sign Jean-Pierre Papin and ended up with Paul Furlong.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 17, 2021, 08:50:55 AM
Andy Dalton. Wow. Cheeseheads will be terrified.

Wilbon isn't happy.....rant starts at 5 mins

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 17, 2021, 05:22:02 PM
Just a passing interest in the sport through regular visits to New York and receiving some Jets merchandise. Are the Jets really that bad or are brighter days ahead?

Death, taxes .....and the Jets being shite
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 18, 2021, 09:45:41 PM
Mitch is a Bill. Would rather he had gone somewhere he had a realistic chance of competing for the starting job, just out of curiosity to see if another coach could get more out of him than we did.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on March 18, 2021, 11:59:10 PM
Just a passing interest in the sport through regular visits to New York and receiving some Jets merchandise. Are the Jets really that bad or are brighter days ahead?

Been following them on and off since 1985 and it's the NFL equivalent of following SHA but without the glory. Still, they wear green and white so they'll do for me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sid1964 on March 26, 2021, 07:01:37 AM
Watching Pro Football talk last night and they were saying with the new betting rules taking place each of the NFL teams will be worth a minimum of between 8 - 10 billion dollars - where do people get that wealth from to be able to afford to buy a team?

I bet Mr Lerner wishes he would have held onto the Browns for a few more years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: sid1964 on April 07, 2021, 01:56:56 PM
Cannot believe that Tony Romo is paid Ł18 million dollars a year for commentating on the NFL - no wonder Lineker thinks he is underpaid!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 07, 2021, 02:40:53 PM
America's Team, innit. You can see why Dallas were on Wilson's list of preferred trade teams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 07, 2021, 02:48:08 PM
At least he's a good commentator.

Troy Aikman is atrocious, only cares about the QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 07, 2021, 04:27:50 PM
Like every commentator in every Green Bay match for the last thirty years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on April 07, 2021, 07:13:14 PM
America's Team, innit. You can see why Dallas were on Wilson's list of preferred trade teams.

They do like their football in Texas and there's a lot of money there. https://geauxfootball.com/most-expensive-high-school-football-stadiums-to-see/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 08, 2021, 12:04:03 PM
High School Football in Texas is ridiculous

I once attended a semi-final game of the Houston schools competition, so not even a state wide event.
It was held in the fricking Astrodome
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on April 08, 2021, 03:18:16 PM
High School Football in Texas is ridiculous

I once attended a semi-final game of the Houston schools competition, so not even a state wide event.
It was held in the fricking Astrodome

And with all that talent to choose from the Longhorns are still perenially shite. Ha ha ha ha ha ha <horns down emoticon>
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on April 08, 2021, 09:30:43 PM
Ex-NFL player suspected of mass shooting. https://edition.cnn.com/2021/04/08/us/york-county-south-carolina-mass-shooting/index.html
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 29, 2021, 11:47:10 AM
Draft starts around about 1am.

I bet the Bears piss me off by drafting a WR. Unless Fields or Lance are still available around pick 15 and we can trade up, I'd like us to draft an OT.

There are 2 decent looking QBs that we may be able to get in Riund 2, Kellen Mond and Davis Mills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 29, 2021, 04:07:45 PM
Trade up and get a franchise QB, please. If they must stay at 20, get offensive line. WR and CB priorities but can wait for later rounds.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 29, 2021, 05:03:00 PM
Could be a QB heavy First Round.

I swear that Mac Jones must be in his 30s by now. It seems like I've been hearing his name for years
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on April 29, 2021, 10:31:30 PM
Rodgers on his way out of GB seemingly
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 29, 2021, 11:48:07 PM
They've already turned down a huge offer from the Niners. Would take something massive to persuade them to let go, I think. Maybe Seattle with Wilson going the other way. That would be a typical kick in the teeth for us Bears fans. Finally get rid of Rodgers out of the division to be replaced with another, younger, future Hall of Famer who we have chased all winter like a lovestruck stalker.

In other news, Tim Tebow, 33, may be making a comeback for the Jagwars to play tight end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 30, 2021, 09:45:53 AM
Not watched the Draft yet, but Broncos seem to be the ones after Rodgers.

Guessing Packers would get the 9th overall pick and 1sts in 2022 and 2023, plus maybe a player, like their young WR.

Plus Packers would have their original 1st rounder. Could maybe get someone like Fields or Lance at the no. 9 spot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 30, 2021, 10:43:09 AM
Rodgers also has the option of quitting the NFL and moving into full time TV gameshow hosting
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 30, 2021, 10:46:06 AM
There's a few teams where Mel Kiper can't understand what the hell they were playing at in the First Round, including usual suspects such as the Jets and my Raiders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on April 30, 2021, 11:46:51 AM
For the first time ever, or at least for a while, delighted with the Bears' first round draft.

Was desperate for a QB. Thought we might get Mac Jones but was unsure about him. Thought we had a chance of Fields or Lance but would have to trade, probably, three first round picks and maybe a second rounder to get into the top five or six.

When Fields was still there at 11 I was begging for us to trade up and get him before New England.

Swapping 1st round picks and giving up next year's as well as two lower picks really doesn't seem that high a price if he turns out to be the long-awaited Bears franchise QB. And, if he doesn't, well we weren't gonna win the Super Bowl with Andy Dalton anyway, so worth a gamble rather than just accepting mediocrity.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on May 01, 2021, 09:40:09 AM
I am totally ignorant on the draft, I find it impenetrable, espcially the trading logic.

I also don't watch College Football because all the teams seem to play in brown, orange or red. Such boring colours.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on July 31, 2021, 09:29:14 PM
The very next day after Aaron Rodgers returns to the Packers, I get to live it again with Jack. Every summer it’s the bloody same.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 12, 2021, 04:47:48 PM
Is anyone else going to the London games?

No paper/PDF tickets are being issued.

Tickets can only be  accessed by storing them in an Apple Wallet or Google Pay. I don’t use either of these and my mate who’s coming with me doesn’t have a smartphone or home internet.

It’s going to be a mess.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2021, 05:05:04 PM
I didn't know that, I've bought tickets and don't remember that being mentioned. Can you download those things on an android phone?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 12, 2021, 06:03:37 PM
I didn't know that, I've bought tickets and don't remember that being mentioned. Can you download those things on an android phone?

Android phones should be ok using the Google option.

Details are vague at the moment (see your confirmation email)

I don’t really want to set up Apple Wallet. I’ve no idea how that works in terms of loading a ticket.

The email suggests that instructions for those who can’t use the system won’t be issued until a week before the games. IMO that’s far too late.

I’m going to try to contact TM support this week and will report back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 12, 2021, 06:06:18 PM
Quote
To coincide with Government Covid-19 advice regarding ‘contactless where possible,’ there will be no paper tickets for London Games 2021.
All tickets at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will be digital and will need to be downloaded to your smartphone.
You will receive an email with instructions on how to access and download your ticket(s) approximately 7 days prior to gameday.
If you have not received an email within 3 days of gameday, please visit https://help.ticketmaster.co.uk/
Every ticket holder attending a game will need to have their own ticket on their smartphone ready to be scanned on entry.
Instructions on how to forward tickets to others in your party will be communicated prior to gameday
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2021, 07:45:10 PM
Thanks, I found it now. I obviously didn't bother to read the email properly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 14, 2021, 09:36:52 AM
What a game between the Raiders and Ravens last night. Amazing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 14, 2021, 10:48:01 AM
Missed off the end of the Channel 5 coverage, lucky I taped it on Sky, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 16, 2021, 01:41:28 PM
I didn't know that, I've bought tickets and don't remember that being mentioned. Can you download those things on an android phone?

Android phones should be ok using the Google option.

Details are vague at the moment (see your confirmation email)

I don’t really want to set up Apple Wallet. I’ve no idea how that works in terms of loading a ticket.

The email suggests that instructions for those who can’t use the system won’t be issued until a week before the games. IMO that’s far too late.

I’m going to try to contact TM support this week and will report back.

I thought the apple wallet was there anyway whether you have apple pay or not. It is just a place to store tickets locally on the phone rather then in emails. Then it alerts you when the GPS realises you are close to the venue and lets you bring up the details easily rather then having to scroll through emails. Especially useful if the Internet is problematic with 1000's of devices connected.

Of course people without smart phones are screwed although you might be able to store your mates as well on your own.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 16, 2021, 03:24:12 PM
No response from Ticketmaster.

I ran a test on Apple Wallet by adding a COVID pass. That seemed to work ok, so I think that I should be able to store my ticket ok.

The FAQ says that only one ticket is allowed per device.
Quote
multiple tickets on the same device are prohibited

I really don't know what I can do about my mate's ticket. However, there must be a workaround
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 16, 2021, 07:08:50 PM
Hopefully they provide some more information in advance. They sell kids' tickets, surely every five year old doesn't have their own smart phone?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 17, 2021, 09:05:40 AM
Hopefully they provide some more information in advance. They sell kids' tickets, surely every five year old doesn't have their own smart phone?

Based on TM's FAQs, it seems to be their assumption that most kids attending will have their own smartphones, but that an alternative method will be offered.
I'll have great pleasure in telling my mate that he'll have to be treated as a five year old. :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: CT on September 19, 2021, 07:09:50 PM
Bloody hell, Philly with a 91 yard pass.

That’s like Small Heath pinging one in the top corner from 35.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 19, 2021, 09:00:46 PM
Jax with a 102 yard KO return.

Meanwhile, the only current QB that I’ve spoken to, Jacoby Brissett, has got on the field for his 50th NFL game.

He’s now with Miami.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 21, 2021, 01:18:05 PM
Was a tough day for Jacoby
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 26, 2021, 07:25:46 PM
 Can’t beat a 68 yard Field Goal attempt that turns into a 109 yard kick return TD

Ties for the longest play in NFL history.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2021, 07:58:28 PM
Was an enjoyable break from watching the Bears' "offense".
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2021, 09:12:01 PM
Can’t beat a 68 yard Field Goal attempt that turns into a 109 yard kick return TD

Ties for the longest play in NFL history.

And then Justin "Malcolm" Tucker kicks the longest field goal in history on the same day to beat the Loyuns.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 27, 2021, 01:11:59 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/_adamhess/status/1442220698345353217?s=20
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 29, 2021, 02:58:22 PM
It's bound to all fall apart again soon, but the Raiders have at least made a promising start to the season, albeit with no real run game to speak of.

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2021/sep/29/the-raiders-are-dangerously-close-to-nfl-relevance-again
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 09, 2021, 11:11:27 PM
So Red River showdown was some game, insane.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2021, 11:24:10 AM
The Falcons made hard work of seeing off a woeful Jets outfit in London yesterday.

Even recognizing that he's not on a great team, Zach Wilson looked bang average for such a high draft pick.
As mentioned in this NYP article, he even managed to throw a pass into the back of a team mate :)
https://nypost.com/2021/10/10/zach-wilson-regresses-as-jets-offense-has-confidence-issue/

For Atlanta Matt Ryan (who I first saw play live 15 years ago for Boston College) was excellent.
Wide Receiver Kyle Pitts looks like a real prospect.

It was really only a couple of Falcons fumbles that kept the game close.



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2021, 11:24:54 AM
So Red River showdown was some game, insane.

I watched some of that game. Defensive coaches might have a busy week
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 11, 2021, 01:45:41 PM
So Red River showdown was some game, insane.

I watched some of that game. Defensive coaches might have a busy week

All over the place at times. Quite how these two fare in the SEC is anyone’s guess. Though if Saturday is anything to go by I’m going with badly.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 11, 2021, 01:48:17 PM
If I'm being petty, I'd say that Pitts is a TE, not WR. Granted, he probably doesn't do much blocking.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2021, 05:05:37 PM
If I'm being petty, I'd say that Pitts is a TE, not WR. Granted, he probably doesn't do much blocking.

Yep, me any my mate had that discussion in the stadium yesterday. He's a hybrid TE/WR
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 11, 2021, 11:29:03 PM
Was the ticketing situation alright, UKRS, or do I need to allow extra time for queueing?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: artvandelay on October 12, 2021, 12:39:42 AM
I arrived at white hart lane station at 1418, and made it into the stadium for 1425. I only missed kick off because I chose to queue for a pint (well two pints, I wasn't going to wait twice). Top tip, the bars on the lower levels have much lower queues than the upper ones
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 12, 2021, 01:19:32 AM
Many thanks 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 12, 2021, 09:25:32 AM
Was the ticketing situation alright, UKRS, or do I need to allow extra time for queueing?

We arrived at the stadium at about 13:15. Minimal queues at our entrance.

Due to my luddite mate not having a smartphone, I had to arrange for printable tickets. Bit of a pain getting Ticketmaster to issue them for Game 1, but they've emailed the Game 2 tickets without any chasing.

Where is your seat ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 12, 2021, 09:26:05 AM
Gruden resigns

It looked like he might have got away with it until the emails about Goodell surfaced
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 12, 2021, 08:57:45 PM
Was the ticketing situation alright, UKRS, or do I need to allow extra time for queueing?

We arrived at the stadium at about 13:15. Minimal queues at our entrance.

Due to my luddite mate not having a smartphone, I had to arrange for printable tickets. Bit of a pain getting Ticketmaster to issue them for Game 1, but they've emailed the Game 2 tickets without any chasing.

Where is your seat ?

Ta. I'm in block 254. How do you get them emailed? That sounds better, I don't have Apple Wallet and don't really want any Apple stuff on my phone.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 13, 2021, 10:02:56 AM
Was the ticketing situation alright, UKRS, or do I need to allow extra time for queueing?

We arrived at the stadium at about 13:15. Minimal queues at our entrance.

Due to my luddite mate not having a smartphone, I had to arrange for printable tickets. Bit of a pain getting Ticketmaster to issue them for Game 1, but they've emailed the Game 2 tickets without any chasing.

Where is your seat ?

Ta. I'm in block 254. How do you get them emailed? That sounds better, I don't have Apple Wallet and don't really want any Apple stuff on my phone.

Call Ticketmaster on 03333 213123

nflseasontickets@ticketmaster.co.uk
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 13, 2021, 10:04:18 AM
Cheers mate, have emailed them. If no luck by Friday I'll give em a ring.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 13, 2021, 10:39:15 AM
Cheers mate, have emailed them. If no luck by Friday I'll give em a ring.

Is the email address I gave the same as on your email from Ticketmaster saying that your digital tickets are ready ?

Just thinking that the email I have might not work for single game tickets
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 13, 2021, 03:17:38 PM
No, mine is nfltickets@ticketmaster.co.uk, hopefully they will respond.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 13, 2021, 05:43:05 PM
Was the ticketing situation alright, UKRS, or do I need to allow extra time for queueing?

We arrived at the stadium at about 13:15. Minimal queues at our entrance.

Due to my luddite mate not having a smartphone, I had to arrange for printable tickets. Bit of a pain getting Ticketmaster to issue them for Game 1, but they've emailed the Game 2 tickets without any chasing.

Where is your seat ?

Ta. I'm in block 254. How do you get them emailed? That sounds better, I don't have Apple Wallet and don't really want any Apple stuff on my phone.

If you have an iphone, it is already there. If you don't and have an android, you wouldn't be putting Apple Wallet on but be using Google Pay app instead (https://support.google.com/pay/answer/9208348?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid).

It should be just a case of pressing the appropriate button on the email / website from your phone I thought.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 17, 2021, 02:49:12 PM
‘Jarvo’ on the pitch at Tottingham
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 17, 2021, 08:08:01 PM
Best NFL game I have been to today for on pitch drama and off pitch opulence. Was in the posh seats and unlike any other sporting event I have attended. Great afternoon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 17, 2021, 08:08:41 PM
‘Jarvo’ on the pitch at Tottingham

Quite remarkable how long it took security to intervene
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 17, 2021, 08:45:26 PM
Aaron Rodgers shouting "I still own you" at the Chicago Bears fans after running in a TD is the delicious icing on what was already a good Sunday!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on October 17, 2021, 09:16:07 PM
Aaron Rodgers shouting "I still own you" at the Chicago Bears fans after running in a TD is the delicious icing on what was already a good Sunday!

Can't wait for the dog-faced twat to retire ;-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 17, 2021, 09:50:32 PM
Aaron Rodgers shouting "I still own you" at the Chicago Bears fans after running in a TD is the delicious icing on what was already a good Sunday!

Can't wait for the dog-faced twat to retire ;-)

It's been a tough 30 years or so for Bears fans I suppose. Having to go against Brett Favre then Aaron Rodgers twice a year.  Knowing their luck Jordan Love will have sat for 3/4 years, learning from Rodgers and will also be brilliant!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 18, 2021, 01:02:00 PM
Looking forward to Rodgers pissing off and Packers fans having to put up with 50 years of mediocre QB play.

Officials missing the most blatant offside of all time didn't help though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 18, 2021, 02:18:02 PM
Best NFL game I have been to today for on pitch drama and off pitch opulence. Was in the posh seats and unlike any other sporting event I have attended. Great afternoon.

Yep it was quite the ending. We were at the chicken end, so had a great view of the winning drive.

In hindsight, the Dolphins going for it on 4th Down, rather than punting and taking OT, was a major error
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on October 18, 2021, 02:50:38 PM
Looking forward to Rodgers pissing off and Packers fans having to put up with 50 years of mediocre QB play.

Officials missing the most blatant offside of all time didn't help though.

The Bears had some calls go their way too, including a non-existant offensive PI, which nulified a Packers TD.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 18, 2021, 03:02:31 PM
Looking forward to Rodgers pissing off and Packers fans having to put up with 50 years of mediocre QB play.

Officials missing the most blatant offside of all time didn't help though.

The Bears had some calls go their way too, including a non-existant offensive PI, which nulified a Packers TD.

If you're on about the Equanimeous St Brown one, he was out of bounds anyway
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on October 18, 2021, 03:16:18 PM
Looked in bounds to me.

Regardless, the Pack were still penalised 10 yards which meant having to settle for a FG.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 18, 2021, 03:24:57 PM
Best NFL game I have been to today for on pitch drama and off pitch opulence. Was in the posh seats and unlike any other sporting event I have attended. Great afternoon.

Yep it was quite the ending. We were at the chicken end, so had a great view of the winning drive.

In hindsight, the Dolphins going for it on 4th Down, rather than punting and taking OT, was a major error

Both teams blew chances, Jags went for it on fourth down with a very kickable FG at one point. Then there was the turnover followed immediately by another one. Both teams will be miles off the playoffs this year but it was good to see the Jags enjoying their victory at the end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 19, 2021, 09:52:06 AM
Looking forward to Rodgers pissing off and Packers fans having to put up with 50 years of mediocre QB play.

Officials missing the most blatant offside of all time didn't help though.

The Bears had some calls go their way too, including a non-existant offensive PI, which nulified a Packers TD.

If you're on about the Equanimeous St Brown one, he was out of bounds anyway

Was called out of bounds, but that was just another bad call going against the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 19, 2021, 02:21:52 PM
He should have a penalty flag thrown on him just for that name. What were his parents thinking   :o
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2021, 10:22:13 PM
Just yer standard 9 Overtimes  :o

https://www.espn.com/college-football/game/_/gameId/401282717
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 23, 2021, 11:22:55 PM
Is that a playoff game or do they really hate ties that much to make regular season games go to nine lots of overtime?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on October 24, 2021, 10:05:34 PM
Absolute shitshow from the Bears so far. Sigh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2021, 10:13:48 PM
Is that a playoff game or do they really hate ties that much to make regular season games go to nine lots of overtime?

Regular season game. In College games they make scoring in Overtimes too easy

Nine OTs was the most ever.

I don’t mind a couple of college OTs, eg like this Clemson @ Boston College 2006 game I was at.

Features the now Falcons’ QB Matt Ryan for BC

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 24, 2021, 10:50:05 PM
I had no idea that was the rule. Not really nine overtimes then, just nine possessions each.

Anyway, things not going too well for Da Bears. Shocked that our idea to draft a new QB and not bother with an offensive line isn't paying off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2021, 06:51:47 PM
Unvaccinated idiot Aaron Rodgers has Covid. Still, he's nowhere near the biggest idiot in the NFL this week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 03, 2021, 09:18:12 PM
Unvaccinated idiot Aaron Rodgers has Covid. Still, he's nowhere near the biggest idiot in the NFL this week.

Yep, Ruggs has that title sewn up
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 03, 2021, 09:54:41 PM
I can never understand why ridiculously rich people don't just get a taxi when they go out on the piss.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on November 06, 2021, 03:09:26 PM
Unvaccinated idiot Aaron Rodgers has Covid. Still, he's nowhere near the biggest idiot in the NFL this week.

Not helping himself. https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2021/nov/06/aaron-rodgers-covid-interview-vaccine-hesistanccy
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 07, 2021, 01:42:52 PM
Disappointing when great sports people turn out to be complete fruit loops
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 07, 2021, 03:02:00 PM
Surely he has to miss more than just one game?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 09, 2021, 04:38:59 AM
Cheating fucking bastards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on November 09, 2021, 07:52:43 AM
Cheating fucking bastards.

Just seen it CD, one of the worst calls ever. At least Fields is now looking the real deal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on November 09, 2021, 10:10:50 AM
Yeah, was pleased with him. Hopefully this time next year he could be considered an elite QB and the idiot Rodgers will have retired to concentrate on his budding career as the American answer to Katie Hopkins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 09, 2021, 03:20:42 PM
Ha - I was at the game and will admit the Steelers had help last night.  Having said that, should never have let the Bears back into the game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2021, 10:03:51 AM
Ha - I was at the game and will admit the Steelers had help last night.  Having said that, should never have let the Bears back into the game.

To show how long it is since I watched an NFL game in Pittsburgh, it was the game against Oakland on 12 Sep 2004.

The game before Roethlisberger made his debut. He's now 39  :o
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 10, 2021, 02:16:14 PM
Ha - I was at the game and will admit the Steelers had help last night.  Having said that, should never have let the Bears back into the game.

To show how long it is since I watched an NFL game in Pittsburgh, it was the game against Oakland on 12 Sep 2004.

The game before Roethlisberger made his debut. He's now 39  :o

Ouch!  It's an experience for sure.  Monday night, cold weather, beer in the belly, terrible towels twirling.....would recommend it for anyone.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 10, 2021, 02:45:17 PM
On that visit to Pittsburgh I saw baseball on Fri, Sat & Sun, NCAA Football on the Sat and then NFL on the Sunday

It was the start of one of my busier trips

(https://i.ibb.co/CKRK5P7/pit.jpg) (https://ibb.co/wh5hNcW)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 10, 2021, 03:24:32 PM
Wow - that's some trip!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 25, 2021, 08:41:16 PM
Do the Bears really get credit for a whole win for beating the downright awful Lions ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 26, 2021, 10:46:21 AM
Do the Bears really get credit for a whole win for beating the downright awful Lions ?

Was awful, but the Lions wanted the loss more than us
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 05, 2021, 11:12:58 PM
Well done to the Lions. A soft spot for them after living in Detroit. First win in exactly a year!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 06, 2021, 06:03:43 AM
Well done to the Lions. A soft spot for them after living in Detroit. First win in exactly a year!!

Thought they had Lionsed it, when Goff was stripped of the ball. I do think Zimmer is massively overrated as a Head Coach, should be doing better with a good roster.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 06, 2021, 07:02:02 AM
Agree about Zimmer, mate, and alot of Lions supporting friends back in Michigan believe they should be doing much better with their roster, also.

I think my 49ers could have cocked up any hope of reaching the playoffs today, though. Particularly after a recent resurgence.

I'm tipping the Cowboys or Cardinals for the Superbowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 20, 2021, 01:13:38 AM
Cardinals playing awfully since I tipped them. Lions win a second game. Dreamland!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on December 20, 2021, 07:12:50 AM
Having had a couple of weeks of watching Premier League officials gift decisions to the so called bigger teams it was quite refreshing to watch the Packers similarly benefit last night from some head scratchingly poor officiating on non contestable incidents. Just when we needed them as well, so it does make you think.

Anyway Kings of the North again, although I personally think the Vikings are better than us, so we need them gone. The Bears can win tonight please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 24, 2021, 04:44:17 PM
Managed to add AJ Brown to my fantasy team this week.

145 yards 11 catches and a TD.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on December 25, 2021, 08:53:31 PM
50 years ago today Garo Yepremian boots a 37-yard field goal in the second overtime of an AFC playoff game to give the Miami Dolphins a 27-24 win over the Kansas City Chiefs in the longest game (82 minutes and 40 seconds) in NFL history.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 25, 2021, 10:00:14 PM
Idiot QB surpasses idiot QB for most Touchdown passes in Packers’ history (443j
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on December 25, 2021, 11:10:44 PM
Idiot QB surpasses idiot QB for most Touchdown passes in Packers’ history (443j

The bumper Xmas cryptic crosswords have gone a bit OTT this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 26, 2021, 12:54:03 AM
Managed to add AJ Brown to my fantasy team this week.

145 yards 11 catches and a TD.

A cracking player! Though he did slightly spoil my Christmas, ha! But only slightly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on December 26, 2021, 11:16:27 PM
Having had a couple of weeks of watching Premier League officials gift decisions to the so called bigger teams it was quite refreshing to watch the Packers similarly benefit last night from some head scratchingly poor officiating on non contestable incidents. Just when we needed them as well, so it does make you think.

Anyway Kings of the North again, although I personally think the Vikings are better than us, so we need them gone. The Bears can win tonight please.

It happened again. Right at the clutch moment we got a decision go our way last night. I don’t like it. I can’t on the one hand moan like f**k when Salah dives or the linesmen today waves for offside just before Ramsey gets hacked down for a pen when the rules say your supposed to wait until the play is over and just let it pass without commenting when the officials hand the Packers another win.

This isn’t how sport is supposed to be. Officials across both sports… stop brown nosing the big teams please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 27, 2021, 10:41:22 AM
Bears win. It's a Christmas miracle.

NFL results went quite well last night.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: tony scott on December 28, 2021, 02:02:18 AM
Can the Browns still get a wild card place?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 03, 2022, 03:52:30 PM
Managed to add AJ Brown to my fantasy team this week.

145 yards 11 catches and a TD.

Good job it wasn't Antonio Brown.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 03, 2022, 07:35:25 PM
Burrows and Chase were ridiculous last night. It was nice watching Mahomes suffer.

Niner nation still staying above water.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 03, 2022, 07:44:44 PM
Can the Browns still get a wild card place?

No
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 04, 2022, 11:30:08 AM
Burrows and Chase were ridiculous last night. It was nice watching Mahomes suffer.

Niner nation still staying above water.

Could go all the way. So inconsistent though. Rams on fire, so last game is going to be tough.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 04, 2022, 12:54:01 PM
Emotional night in Pittsburgh last night - Big Ben's final home game.  Fittingly, it was versus the Browns and his all time record against that team now lies at 26-3-1.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 09, 2022, 09:52:48 PM
Colts shit the bed in Jacksonville. Lets Steelers in following OT win in Baltimore. UNLESS, Raiders and Chargers tie. A kneel a thon would be hilarious
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 09, 2022, 10:21:41 PM
West Germany v Austria in shoulder pads :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2022, 12:43:50 AM
Steelers just find a way, I don’t know how but they just do.  Every year!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 10, 2022, 12:58:47 AM
Well done to the Steelers, mate!

49ers are more stressful than watching Villa at times! But into the playoffs we go. Dirty Dallas next. Sorry CT :)

Love this and love Jauan.

https://twitter.com/noahcamras/status/1480343982815154179

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 10, 2022, 06:18:30 AM
And well done to the Lions, too. Having lived and studied in Michigan, I know that beating the Packers will be a sweet moment!

There were loads of Packers fans at the uni I studied at, and although I was taken to the amazing Lambeau Field, I found their fans a bit like Liverpool fans. In the nicest possible way :)

I have to say I quite like the Packers. No offence Bears fans :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2022, 09:50:19 AM
My brother always calls Packers the Liverpool of the NFL.

Grumble, Steelers wouldn't be in without Umpiregate against Da Bears.

Some cracking games, including Raiders Chargers.

My highlight was the end of the Patriots game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 10, 2022, 02:03:10 PM
Wow - what a game between the Raiders and Chargers, I was shitting my pants.   Fair play to the Raiders for going for the win, they could have said fuck it, taken the knee and both teams would have been in.   Chargers have to feel absolutely gutted.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 10, 2022, 02:21:53 PM
Well done to the Steelers, mate!

49ers are more stressful than watching Villa at times! But into the playoffs we go. Dirty Dallas next. Sorry CT :)

Love this and love Jauan.

https://twitter.com/noahcamras/status/1480343982815154179



Agreed Axl. Niners have left me with no finger nails.
A really good game and Jimmy G was tremendous at the end. Great game from Bosa, Deebo and JJ...in fact all of them. Bring on the Cowboys!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2022, 02:25:20 PM
Was a cracking finish. Chargers seemed to struggle against the run all game, but their QB Herbert has some set of balls on him, continually completing long 4th down passes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 10, 2022, 03:19:08 PM
AFC:
1. Titans
2. Chiefs vs. 7. Steelers
3. Bills vs. 6. Patriots
4. Bengals vs. 5. Raiders

NFC:
1. Packers
2. Buccaneers vs. 7. Eagles
3. Cowboys vs. 6. 49ers
4. Rams vs. 5. Cardinals
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2022, 03:24:44 PM
Chiefs and Buccs are like obvious winners, but the other games are hard to call.

Crads tend to struggle against the Rams.

Hope weather not to bad for Bills Patriots as think snow would suit Pats.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 16, 2022, 02:35:38 PM
Bengals win first playoff game in 31 years.

Pats lol
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2022, 04:50:04 PM
Great start to the playoffs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 16, 2022, 04:51:02 PM
Go Eagles tonight
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 16, 2022, 07:35:58 PM
Go Eagles tonight

This didn't age well
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2022, 08:36:51 PM
Bears lost 38-3 to the Buccs (we did beat them last season), but Eagles might actually do worse than us.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 17, 2022, 12:23:05 AM
Watching the 49ers is worse than watching Villa for blood pressure levels.

Garoppolo pisses me off, big time.

Actually the whole team pisses me off, big time. Shanahan choosing to punt on 4th and 1?? Fuck off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 17, 2022, 05:34:43 AM
Watching the 49ers is worse than watching Villa for blood pressure levels.

Garoppolo pisses me off, big time.

Actually the whole team pisses me off, big time. Shanahan choosing to punt on 4th and 1?? Fuck off.

I enjoyed it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 17, 2022, 07:08:24 AM
Watching the 49ers is worse than watching Villa for blood pressure levels.

Garoppolo pisses me off, big time.

Actually the whole team pisses me off, big time. Shanahan choosing to punt on 4th and 1?? Fuck off.

I enjoyed it

:) I enjoyed the result. That last quarter was very very stressful
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 17, 2022, 09:47:33 AM
Somehow always felt 49ers had a good chance to beat the Cowboys.

Cowboys were the least convincing NFC Division champions for me. And Deebo Samuel and Kittle are a handful for anyone. Hope Bosa is back next week.

I did think the Patriots might upset the Bills, but thankfully they were mullered.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 17, 2022, 10:26:43 AM
Watching the 49ers is worse than watching Villa for blood pressure levels.

Garoppolo pisses me off, big time.

Actually the whole team pisses me off, big time. Shanahan choosing to punt on 4th and 1?? Fuck off.

I enjoyed it

:) I enjoyed the result. That last quarter was very very stressful

Ditto. Jimmy frustrates me as well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: lovejoy on January 17, 2022, 10:47:38 AM
Bengals win first playoff game in 31 years.

Pats lol

I'm no expert on NFL but scoring a touchdown once the whistle has been blown as the Bengals did cannot be right can it? Raiders have 2 play off matches since 2003. With officiating like that I can see why.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 17, 2022, 02:53:28 PM
Watching the 49ers is worse than watching Villa for blood pressure levels.

Garoppolo pisses me off, big time.

Actually the whole team pisses me off, big time. Shanahan choosing to punt on 4th and 1?? Fuck off.

I enjoyed it

:) I enjoyed the result. That last quarter was very very stressful

I usually want the 9ers to lose (they are my brother's team), and from my PoV this game never looked in doubt. Dallas far too incompetent.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2022, 09:53:02 PM
Scorefest predicted in Nashville so of course both of them look useless so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2022, 10:22:42 PM
Do wonder how Derrick Henry will get on. Metal plate in his foot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2022, 11:16:01 PM
Henry had a few decent runs including TD on one drive. Defenses very much on top though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2022, 11:31:35 PM
Much more exciting start to second half
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 23, 2022, 12:43:03 AM
Very entertaining game but lots of errors from both teams. Burrow sacked nine times and somehow wins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 23, 2022, 12:46:03 AM
Also Henry didn't do anything second half. They had another RB in who was getting far more success but they barely used him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2022, 01:36:53 AM
Not a good start for the 49ers

Way too easy for the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2022, 02:07:16 AM
A messy, scrappy game so far, and can't really pin this on Jimmy G. Those two throws really should have resulted in positive gains.

Pleased for the Bengals after some good nights out in Cincinnati with decent folks. My boss is a Titans fan, so I'm glad they're out.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2022, 02:34:24 AM
Oh, Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2022, 02:38:38 AM
That FG block could be pivotal. Packers 7-0 at half time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2022, 03:42:07 AM
Crap
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2022, 03:52:05 AM
San Francisco, you do drag my emotions through hedge after hedge!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2022, 04:11:11 AM
Get the fuck in!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 23, 2022, 05:18:38 AM
Pretty sure that was Rodgers last game for Green Bay.

Pretty fitting that a special teams unit that has been laughable all season would end up costing the Packers when it mattered most.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2022, 06:12:50 AM
Packers $45M over Cap without re signing free agents like Adams, so something got to give.

Worst Special Teams in the NFL comes back to bite them.

Well done beautiful Robbie Gould.

Jimmy G did well, especially as his Receivers kept dropping easy catches.

Felt sorry for whoever lost the Bengals Titans game. Both sides made some amazing plays in the second half.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2022, 06:13:13 AM
Buccs go out tonight and I can enjoy the playoffs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 23, 2022, 11:23:05 PM
Buccs go out tonight and I can enjoy the playoffs

The Rams are a clown car though, an absolute clown car. Just like vs the 49ers the other week, they've let a game go that they should have won easily.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 23, 2022, 11:25:44 PM
And as I write that, they've finally woken up and won the game in the last seconds!

But sadly the 49ers will eat them for breakfast next week, as they always do.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 23, 2022, 11:36:32 PM
Fucking hell
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ger Regan on January 24, 2022, 12:02:30 AM
Incredible finish to that game. I'd have bet the house on the buccs the way it was going.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 24, 2022, 01:10:18 AM
All the games this weekend have been insane.  The Bills Chiefs game is shaping up the same way as well at half time: 14-14
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 24, 2022, 01:21:41 AM
And as I write that, they've finally woken up and won the game in the last seconds!

But sadly the 49ers will eat them for breakfast next week, as they always do.

I hope you're right mate, but law of averages and all that....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 24, 2022, 03:28:27 AM
That might be the best game ever played.  Wow.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 24, 2022, 04:25:41 AM
Gutted for the Bills. Damn those Chiefs. They're bloody good, though. That OT rule is garbage.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on January 24, 2022, 09:59:07 AM
First time in ages I’ve watched NFL, what a game to pick.
Can we all agree that the OT rules need changing. How can it be we’re still in a situation where a coin toss essentially decides games when both teams are this good.

Give both teams the opportunity to possess the ball, if both score TD’s, then switch to playing from the 25 with 3 downs until someone gets a stop. Hell even just play from the 10 with 1 down, it’s gotta be fairer than the current rules.
I believe that’s what happens in the college game?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 24, 2022, 10:17:02 AM
Agree with all of that, Jon.

You could see the reaction of the Chiefs players when they won the toss. They just knew.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 24, 2022, 12:17:45 PM
First time in ages I’ve watched NFL, what a game to pick.
Can we all agree that the OT rules need changing. How can it be we’re still in a situation where a coin toss essentially decides games when both teams are this good.

Give both teams the opportunity to possess the ball, if both score TD’s, then switch to playing from the 25 with 3 downs until someone gets a stop. Hell even just play from the 10 with 1 down, it’s gotta be fairer than the current rules.
I believe that’s what happens in the college game?

Blame the yanks who hate draws. Any other score and the other team has a chance, but they have decided that opening drive Touchdowns are apparently the best way to win and if it happens, well God wanted them to win. The teams vote for it those rules each season. At least they reduced it down from any score first so opening team only had to get within 50 yards of goal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 24, 2022, 12:31:13 PM
Gutted for the Bills. Damn those Chiefs. They're bloody good, though. That OT rule is garbage.

The Bills don't seem to have much luck in the post-season.

A couple of friends of mine (and big Villa fans) flew up to Tampa to watch the Bucs so they will be pretty gutted after their game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 24, 2022, 01:21:15 PM
Overtime rules do stink.   Each team should have a chance to possess the ball.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 24, 2022, 01:39:05 PM
What an incredible weekend of matches. Sensational stuff
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 24, 2022, 06:03:09 PM
Yeah, but I think those people who sell those cardboard "D" + a fence won't be doing much business though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Bobby Boy on January 24, 2022, 07:22:03 PM
What an incredible weekend of matches. Sensational stuff

Four very different games but all decided at the death. All exciting and nerve shredding.

As a Pats fan reckon we are going to struggle to top the Bills for quite some time in the AFC East.

Josh Allen did not deserve to be on the losing side there. He couldn't have done any more.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 24, 2022, 07:39:36 PM
Yeah, but I think those people who sell those cardboard "D" + a fence won't be doing much business though.

Yeah, prefer lower scoring battles. Bit dull when the Defences might as well not be on the field.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Bobby Boy on January 24, 2022, 07:43:50 PM
Yeah, but I think those people who sell those cardboard "D" + a fence won't be doing much business though.

Yeah, prefer lower scoring battles. Bit dull when the Defences might as well not be on the field.

There was plenty of great defence over the weekend. The Rams are ferocious defensively. The Bucs got back into it because of offensive mistakes that almost cost them the game.

Thought the Packers and 49ers played some great defence too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: SteveN on January 24, 2022, 08:04:51 PM
Bollax, hoped this would be the Bills year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 24, 2022, 08:55:03 PM
That might be the best game ever played.  Wow.

 Not when defenses are blowing coverage seemingly every other play
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 25, 2022, 08:10:58 AM
Bollax, hoped this would be the Bills year.

Yeah, wouldn't have minded minded Bills win. They should get other chances with Allen at QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 29, 2022, 08:12:20 AM
Looks like Tom Brady might be retiring
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 29, 2022, 08:37:49 PM
Looks like Tom Brady might be retiring

Yep

https://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/33173652/tom-brady-retiring-22-seasons-seven-super-bowl-wins-new-england-patriots-tampa-bay-buccaneers-sources-say
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 29, 2022, 08:41:00 PM
Oh and McDaniels probably gonna be the new Raiders Head Coach UKR
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 29, 2022, 09:02:49 PM
Oh and McDaniels probably gonna be the new Raiders Head Coach UKR

12 years on from his other attempt at being a Head Coach, let’s hope he’s better this time

I guess he’s been told that Billy B ain’t retiring any time soon
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 29, 2022, 10:44:52 PM
Looks like Tom Brady might be retiring

Yep

Or has he? https://twitter.com/BleacherReport/status/1487548992065982466

Anyway. https://twitter.com/moses_nyagota/status/1487511085641084928
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2022, 11:13:19 PM
Bengals have done really well. Hope they win this.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2022, 11:20:29 PM
Well done Cincinnati. Ridiculous OT rule, but it is what it is

Time for the 49ers to drag my emotions through the mud now!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 30, 2022, 11:30:58 PM
Another classic playoff game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2022, 11:42:48 PM
Another classic playoff game.

A belter wasn't it. The Bengals are an impressive team
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 31, 2022, 12:34:35 AM
Absolutely love Deebo!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 31, 2022, 12:37:38 AM
Well done Cincinnati. Ridiculous OT rule, but it is what it is

Time for the 49ers to drag my emotions through the mud now!

The 9ers will win this comfortably. The Rams can't handle them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 31, 2022, 01:16:35 AM
Well done Cincinnati. Ridiculous OT rule, but it is what it is

Time for the 49ers to drag my emotions through the mud now!

The 9ers will win this comfortably. The Rams can't handle them.

That would be very nice for my nerves, mate.

I just feel Stafford has a big part to play yet. I lived in Detroit for a while, and gave him a lot of stick when he was at the Lions...could come back to ram that down my throat. No pun intended!

*Not that he really deserved me giving him stick, to be fair. I think he's a very fine QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 31, 2022, 02:36:53 AM
Just rubbish.

Well done Rams. Deserved.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 31, 2022, 02:53:58 AM
Oh for a good QB.

Jimmy G is ok, and an easy scapegoat I know, but Lance has to start next season.

It's amazing to get this far as I never expected that at all. Beating dirty Dallas and the Packers on the way, too. But to lose the final quarter 13-0, well, we didn't deserve to go to the Superbowl.

Fancy the Rams to win it now, but will be rooting for the Bengals, the bitter twat that I am :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 31, 2022, 06:30:08 AM
Yeah, did not see that coming. Usually the 49ers can pull out big plays for TDs at will vs the Rams. Quite impressive how the Rams just tightened it up 4th qtr.

I think most non-Rams fans will be rooting for the Bengals in the SB though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 31, 2022, 07:07:43 AM
Think Tarrt will struggle to sleep tonight
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 31, 2022, 08:37:05 AM
Yeah, bless him. I think that was the point where I kind of knew that things might not end well. He's been great this season, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 31, 2022, 11:24:30 AM
Oh for a good QB.

Jimmy G is ok, and an easy scapegoat I know, but Lance has to start next season.

It's amazing to get this far as I never expected that at all. Beating dirty Dallas and the Packers on the way, too. But to lose the final quarter 13-0, well, we didn't deserve to go to the Superbowl.

Fancy the Rams to win it now, but will be rooting for the Bengals, the bitter twat that I am :)

I couldn't agree more Axel. I got up at 6am this morning and whizzed through the game in a couple of hours. Gutting.

Jimmy G is simply not good enough for the team around him. A run to the Championship game though will lift his stock and we may get some trade collateral back for him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 01, 2022, 01:09:35 PM
Agreed, mate. Am still gutted. Never thought we'd get to this game after early season woes, but yep, still gutted.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2022, 03:07:46 PM
Brady confirms that he's retiring

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/33192441/tampa-bay-buccaneers-tom-brady-officially-announces-retirement
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on February 02, 2022, 06:09:22 PM
Well done Cincinnati. Ridiculous OT rule, but it is what it is

Time for the 49ers to drag my emotions through the mud now!

The 9ers will win this comfortably. The Rams can't handle them.

That would be very nice for my nerves, mate.

I just feel Stafford has a big part to play yet. I lived in Detroit for a while, and gave him a lot of stick when he was at the Lions...could come back to ram that down my throat. No pun intended!

*Not that he really deserved me giving him stick, to be fair. I think he's a very fine QB.

It was always my impression that Matt Stafford was a very good QB in a very poor team?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 03, 2022, 08:12:03 AM
Stafford is easily the best QB the Lions have had in the 20 years I've been watching. Does have brain farts in some games, but generally very good.

Only time the Lions were decent was when they had Stafford, Megatron and Marvin Jones. Their Defence and Running game are usually non-existent.

Hoping Bengals win, but would be pleased for Stafford if the Rams win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 03, 2022, 02:11:02 PM
Washington Commanders

Well, that's a bit dull

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/33198434/washington-commanders-nfl-franchise-search-new-nickname-logo
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 03, 2022, 03:49:59 PM
Washington Commanders

Well, that's a bit dull

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/33198434/washington-commanders-nfl-franchise-search-new-nickname-logo

A bit dull and a bit shit but 'Washington Commander-in-Chiefs' would be too much of a mouthful and 'Washington Wokes' would probably have meant more controversy. Looks better than it sounds tbf. Washington (Red)Wolves was probably the best of the names considered.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 03, 2022, 03:59:31 PM
Wolves (without the Red) would have been a nice addition to the NFL Zoo. Better then commanders anyway.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: luke:lamf on February 03, 2022, 04:29:19 PM
Given the details of the issues they ran into with other names, Commanders seems fine-if-dull. In other news, after a season of being quite into NFL without having an actual team, I've decided to plump for the Minnesota Vikings. Like the purple kit, the Viking logo, and the fact that Minnesota has pro teams in the other leagues that I can "support". I have never been to Minnesota.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 03, 2022, 04:37:50 PM
I've enjoyed my trips to Minneapolis / St Paul.

Great place to visit, just not in winter
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 03, 2022, 06:54:34 PM
Given the details of the issues they ran into with other names, Commanders seems fine-if-dull. In other news, after a season of being quite into NFL without having an actual team, I've decided to plump for the Minnesota Vikings. Like the purple kit, the Viking logo, and the fact that Minnesota has pro teams in the other leagues that I can "support". I have never been to Minnesota.

Got some good players on Offence. Need to improve on Defence, probably mostly through the Draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 13, 2022, 10:27:05 PM
Not too bothered who wins tonight as I don't dislike either team but the Bengals have already lost 2 Super Bowls so hopefully 3rd time lucky for them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 13, 2022, 10:29:19 PM
I'm rooting for the Bengals but won't be too unhappy with a Rams win. Hope it's a good game, been really spoilt these playoffs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 13, 2022, 11:26:25 PM
Why isn't Dan Walker presenting the BBC's coverage? Not keen on this other guy.

More importantly it feels a bit weird watching a Super Bowl where it's still bright in the middle of the afternoon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 14, 2022, 04:31:53 AM
With a heavy heart, congratulations to the Rams. Bastards.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 14, 2022, 10:10:42 AM
It was a strange one, I didn't find it that exciting despite the scoreline being close. Falling asleep for the last 5 mins probably didn't help.

The half-time show was okay. Think they tried to pack too much in and could have done without Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 14, 2022, 10:38:25 AM
It was a strange one, I didn't find it that exciting despite the scoreline being close. Falling asleep for the last 5 mins probably didn't help.

The half-time show was okay. Think they tried to pack too much in and could have done without Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar.

I'd have got Slayer to do it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Jon Crofts on February 14, 2022, 11:47:12 AM
Average ticket price to the final yesterday $8700.

Eight. Thousand. Seven. Hundred. Dollars.

Fuck off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 14, 2022, 11:59:38 AM
It was a close game which is good but wasn't much on offense from either team.

Easy to say in hindsight but I thought at the time the Bengals' failure to convert the short field into a touchdown after the interception was poor. They really had the Rams by the throat then and kept it to a one score game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on February 14, 2022, 03:43:48 PM
It was a strange one, I didn't find it that exciting despite the scoreline being close. Falling asleep for the last 5 mins probably didn't help.

The half-time show was okay. Think they tried to pack too much in and could have done without Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar.

I was a bit underwhelmed as well...but really enjoyed the HT show, although I had no idea who Kendrick Lamar was.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: luke:lamf on February 14, 2022, 05:02:38 PM
Probably the worst NFL game I've watched all year. Admittedly that's only about 8 games, and perhaps L'Equipe TV got lucky in their selections, but they were all much more exciting - particularly Bengals-Chiefs in week 15/16/17 (delete as applicable as I don't remember). And the "razzamatazz" is just cringeworthy. The Rock doing a knock-off Michael Buffer, followed by a barely audible concert with rapid-fire camera changes so you've not got the earthliest idea what's going on. Jesus, I'm getting old.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 14, 2022, 08:29:21 PM
I really enjoyed the game and was a lot closer than I expected. I find Offensive shootouts between teams that can't stop the opposition  scoring quite dull though. That's the problem with Basketball.

Some of the officiating wasn't the greatest.

Halftime show was okay. Not a big hip hop fan, but wasn't bad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on February 28, 2022, 06:57:19 PM
Good to see that the Packers will be one of the teams coming to London next season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 01, 2022, 07:08:59 AM
Good to see that the Packers will be one of the teams coming to London next season.

Only team I haven't seen out of NFC North. Think they were the only team that hadn't played a game over here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on March 08, 2022, 04:40:53 PM
Rodgers stays with the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 08, 2022, 05:13:45 PM
Rodgers stays with the Packers.

Yay.....I'll get to boo him in person next season
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 09, 2022, 12:06:16 PM
Wilson to the Broncos
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 09, 2022, 05:31:22 PM
Wilson to the Broncos

yes and the kitchen sink going the other way.  crazy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 09, 2022, 06:10:45 PM
Leaves the Seahawks currently without a decent starting QB, but with plenty of pieces they can trade to get a replacement for Wilson
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 09, 2022, 08:19:54 PM
Leaves the Seahawks currently without a decent starting QB, but with plenty of pieces they can trade to get a replacement for Wilson

Might be better trying to Draft one next year.

Commies have effectively traded 2 3rd round picks for Wentz from the Colts.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 13, 2022, 11:23:29 PM
Brady has un-retired
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 13, 2022, 11:25:44 PM
Fucking BOO.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on March 13, 2022, 11:49:12 PM
At least it means he'll have less time for this. https://www.instagram.com/p/CbCi6yNA_s_/?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 14, 2022, 07:04:43 AM
Least it makes it less likely that Rodgers will win another Super Bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on March 14, 2022, 10:35:53 AM
Rodgers prevents himself from winning SB's.

Brady makes no difference.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on March 14, 2022, 05:13:44 PM
What a narcissistic dickhead. It's like faking your death and going to your own funeral. Prick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 15, 2022, 04:38:58 PM
At least Big Ben will get his own day in Canton now and not have to share it with him.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on March 15, 2022, 04:43:05 PM
Colbert pointed out that this person can't be too happy.

https://news.sky.com/story/tom-bradys-last-touchdown-ball-sold-for-518-000-before-his-retirement-u-turn-12566041

Although it is America so he will probably sue the Seller, auction house AND Brady for a million each once the next touchdown pass is made.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Ad@m on March 29, 2022, 01:09:37 PM
I know nothing about NFL but what the fcuk is this all about?!  https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/60908812  5 games per season played in a different country (4 of which on a different continent).

Surely US-based NFL fans can't be happy about this?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on March 29, 2022, 01:16:13 PM
They've been playing four games abroad for years, and they've just increased the number of games per season from sixteen to seventeen so no team is playing fewer games in America than before.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 29, 2022, 02:14:38 PM
As cd says, this is nothing new. I've going to NFL games in London since 1983. Pre-season to start with and regular season since 2007
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on April 09, 2022, 07:05:22 PM
Steelers QB, Dwayne Haskins, killed after being hit by a vehicle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 02, 2022, 11:42:35 AM
Bears turned 5 picks this year into 11. Traded Mack for a 2nd Rounder (and 6th next year) and traded down 3 times in the Draft.

Thought Lions first 2 picks were amazing, but a bit meh afterwards.

Packers was a very boom or bust opening, but made some good picks later on in the Draft.

Vikings maybe had the best Draft in the NFC North, although didn't like their Interior OLine selection.

Patriots didn't look like like good Draft, but Belichick isn't that great at Drafting
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on May 02, 2022, 08:37:16 PM
Trying to explain to Wisconsin based mates that Man City playing Bayern Munich at Lambeau is not two of Europe’s great clubs sides playing the first ‘soccer’ game on the hallowed ( but too narrow, but that don’t matter when money is involved) turf. It’s the 1982 Champions League runners up*against a team who has never won it and no one had heard of until 10 years ago.

‘Manchester based fans can buy tickets from 10am tomorrow’ 😂😂😂😂. What, a 100 tickets each?


* churlish I know, they deserve a better description and are absolutely one of the worlds elite clubs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on May 03, 2022, 09:22:09 AM
Trying to explain to Wisconsin based mates that Man City playing Bayern Munich at Lambeau is not two of Europe’s great clubs sides playing the first ‘soccer’ game on the hallowed ( but too narrow, but that don’t matter when money is involved) turf. It’s the 1982 Champions League runners up*against a team who has never won it and no one had heard of until 10 years ago.

‘Manchester based fans can buy tickets from 10am tomorrow’ 😂😂😂😂. What, a 100 tickets each?


* churlish I know, they deserve a better description and are absolutely one of the worlds elite clubs.

European Cup  ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 18, 2022, 01:53:25 PM
Villa away on the weekends of all three 2022 London games :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 20, 2022, 12:52:27 PM
Tickets renewed for all three London games.

I'll now have the pain of arranging Print @ Home tickets because my mate doesn't have a smartphone
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 20, 2022, 01:01:22 PM
I didn't even get an email saying they were on sale. Assume individual match tickets go on sale later?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 20, 2022, 01:14:57 PM
I didn't even get an email saying they were on sale. Assume individual match tickets go on sale later?

Think season tickets go on sale first.

Bears on at 5pm when we go, which is a bit annoying
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 20, 2022, 01:38:58 PM
They'll only lose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 20, 2022, 02:07:51 PM
ad / cd .....which games(s) are you going to this year ?

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 20, 2022, 02:09:19 PM
Ticket sales info

https://www.nfl.com/uk/ticket-prices
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 20, 2022, 02:17:04 PM
Ta.🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 20, 2022, 03:04:18 PM
This is the last year of Season Tickets for games at Wemberleee. Looks like it'll be a free-for-all getting a ticket for next season's game there (assuming there is one).
Jags are now responsible for ticket sales, albeit still through Ticketmaster's 'eTicketing' website.

NFL are offering new STs for games at Spuds, so that venue is sticking with the existing system.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on June 20, 2022, 03:33:25 PM
ad / cd .....which games(s) are you going to this year ?

Broncos Jagwars. Wanted to see the Packers, but don't fancy their walkover against the Giants.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 21, 2022, 08:56:44 AM
ad / cd - has one of you registered with the Jags for their 'UnionJax' mailing list.

If not, doing so may still give you priority for tickets that go on sale today
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 21, 2022, 08:58:17 AM
I did that yesterday, thanks. They are going to send me an email before 10am apparently. 🙂

Is there any sort of Bears UK fan club? I couldn't find one. I always panic that I'll miss out when the Bears play over here. I'd probably go to Germany to see them if need be, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 21, 2022, 09:14:23 AM
I'm sure that there are fan clubs for all the NFL teams.

However, I suspect that they're Facebook based, which I think you told me you don't use.

I post occasionally on the Red Sox British group, but don't have any involvement with the Raiders groups.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 21, 2022, 09:49:31 AM
Thanks. I had a look at one on Facebook but they don't seem to have posted anything since 2019 though it may be that I can't see it as I'm not on there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 21, 2022, 10:10:19 AM
No email yet.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 21, 2022, 02:56:00 PM
No email yet.

Pre-sale was delayed. Now starting at 3pm
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on June 21, 2022, 03:12:26 PM
Ta, saw their Tweet. Got them now, block 552. Was much less hassle than usual, good idea that joining the Union Jaxx.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 21, 2022, 03:37:01 PM
Ta, saw their Tweet. Got them now, block 552. Was much less hassle than usual, good idea that joining the Union Jaxx.

We're in 215. Had the same seats since I stopped getting the Club Wembley tickets through someone on here
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on August 26, 2022, 06:23:14 AM
I'm looking forward to this season.

Tough start for the 49ers at Soldier Field, though, and the Bears have been decent in preseason.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on August 26, 2022, 10:10:36 AM
40 years since the last Raiders Super Bowl win and 20 years since their last appearance.

Given the shitty Red Sox season I'm suffering through, the Raiders need to do something to cheer me up
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 26, 2022, 10:47:41 AM
I'm looking forward to this season.

Tough start for the 49ers at Soldier Field, though, and the Bears have been decent in preseason.
 

I think that our only chance is if your Interior OLine and Lance really struggle.

That said, I think we will be more competitive than the media have given us credit for.

Coaching and depth seem massively improved. Just lack the top star power.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 26, 2022, 10:48:29 AM
40 years since the last Raiders Super Bowl win and 20 years since their last appearance.

Given the shitty Red Sox season I'm suffering through, the Raiders need to do something to cheer me up

Tough division. Think Chiefs and Chargers should be very good. Broncos and you look decent too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 09, 2022, 01:21:21 PM
Good start by the Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 09, 2022, 06:12:12 PM
Was going to bet on the Bills to win it all before the season, but only 6/1 odds
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 09, 2022, 07:35:20 PM
I don't mind Buffalo, so they won't be winning it. It'll be Green Bay, Tampa Bay, Dallas or New England. Some twats like that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 09, 2022, 07:41:05 PM
Was going to bet on the Bills to win it all before the season, but only 6/1 odds

You can get 80/1 on the Jets. Won all 3 pre-season games, it's gonna be our year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Cliftonville Villlain on September 09, 2022, 08:00:10 PM
Stuck a tenner on the Jets today. Talk about a Hail Mary.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 09, 2022, 08:38:23 PM
Sorry CV, I was joking. Maybe in a year or two but knowing the Jets, probably not. :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 09, 2022, 08:41:21 PM
Stuck a tenner on the Jets today. Talk about a Hail Mary.

Next time you're giving money away, PM me
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 09, 2022, 08:42:27 PM
I don't mind Buffalo, so they won't be winning it. It'll be Green Bay, Tampa Bay, Dallas or New England. Some twats like that.

Dallas, LOL as the kids say
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2022, 08:47:26 AM
Was going to bet on the Bills to win it all before the season, but only 6/1 odds

You can get 80/1 on the Jets. Won all 3 pre-season games, it's gonna be our year.

I think they could bag the No. 1 overall Draft pick next year
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 10, 2022, 08:51:38 AM
No NFC team completely convinces me.

Packers - WR and OLine look a bit shaky
Eagles - Think the need another year, see how Hurts gets on
Cowboys - Were overrated last year and seem to have regressed
Buccs - OLine could be awful and have a QB that can't move
Saints - Just not convinced Winston can lead them to success
Rams - Weaknesses were evident on Thursday, but they may be ghe strongest NFC team. Help if they had a RB
49ers - Who knows regarding Trey Lance and their OLine looks much weaker this season. Although their Secondary should be better
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 10, 2022, 09:51:01 AM
Was going to bet on the Bills to win it all before the season, but only 6/1 odds

You can get 80/1 on the Jets. Won all 3 pre-season games, it's gonna be our year.

I think they could bag the No. 1 overall Draft pick next year

Texans for me. I even reckon Da Bears will beat them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 10, 2022, 11:00:30 AM
Was going to bet on the Bills to win it all before the season, but only 6/1 odds

You can get 80/1 on the Jets. Won all 3 pre-season games, it's gonna be our year.

I think they could bag the No. 1 overall Draft pick next year

Texans for me. I even reckon Da Bears will beat them.

They beat us 17-0 the other week in preseason.

I fancy a narrow Bears win Monday, mate, though hope I'm proved wrong of course :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 10, 2022, 11:56:53 AM
If them Bears beat my Niner boy, I'll eat my hat.
28-10
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 10, 2022, 12:19:04 PM
If them Bears beat my Niner boy, I'll eat my hat.
28-10

Haha. Fair enough, mate.

I just don't think we've strengthened as much as we should. I have high hopes for Lance, but he'll have a shaky start I reckon.

Definitely expect a playoff spot come January, though. I thought we were going to win the whole bloody thing last season. Bastard Rams and inept Jimmy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 10, 2022, 12:23:39 PM
I also think the Lions will surprise a few this season, in a positive way!

They're my soft spot second team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 11, 2022, 07:35:50 PM
On the first half evidence, just getting first downs this season will be cause for celebration for the Bears, let alone touchdowns or wins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2022, 07:39:32 PM
Fifteen yard penalty for an illegal towel. That's a new one on me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 11, 2022, 08:28:33 PM
Equanimeous St. Brown is an amazing name. Can imagine him hanging out with The Venerable Bede transcribing manuscripts.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2022, 08:52:53 PM
Equanimeous St. Brown is an amazing name. Can imagine him hanging out with The Venerable Bede transcribing manuscripts.

It’s a good one for sure, but he’s no Barkevious Mingo

Meanwhile I see that my old mate* Jacoby Brissett is the starting QB for Cleveland whilst Watson is suspended.


* all his success is down to me talking to him just after he’d been drafted by the Pats :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2022, 08:55:12 PM
How did the planet cope before we had ‘NFL Redzone’ ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 11, 2022, 09:02:37 PM
How did the planet cope before we had ‘NFL Redzone’ ?

The presenter comes across as a bit of a wazzock to me though, and especially so in the fawning skit with him we have here on DAZN Germany.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on September 11, 2022, 09:05:41 PM
On the first half evidence, just getting first downs this season will be cause for celebration for the Bears, let alone touchdowns or wins.

Well, on the second half evidence, looks like the Bears' top draft pick of Personal Foul came through for them in the end, and if they can take this rain with them everywhere they might do well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2022, 09:06:42 PM
The Bears are fucking great, after all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 11, 2022, 09:10:56 PM
Nice win for my Dolphins over the Patriots
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2022, 09:27:37 PM
Couple of games here that it seems no one wants to win
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 11, 2022, 09:32:31 PM
How did the planet cope before we had ‘NFL Redzone’ ?

The presenter comes across as a bit of a wazzock to me though, and especially so in the fawning skit with him we have here on DAZN Germany.

I’ll agree that Scott Hanson is a tad overenthusiastic
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on September 11, 2022, 10:13:13 PM
Couple of games here that it seems no one wants to win

Steelers pull out the win!  Unfortunately, it seems like TJ Watt may be out for the season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 11, 2022, 11:18:58 PM
Bears deserved that win!

49ers reminded me of Villa.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 11, 2022, 11:32:37 PM
In fairness I don't think you can judge much from a match played in those conditions. 49ers will end up with far more wins than us this season. Still, you can't be better than 1 and 0 after the first game. 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 12, 2022, 01:25:39 AM
Yes, you're right, mate!

And 1 and 0 is great. I'm jealous 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 12, 2022, 09:15:00 AM
Bears deserved that win!

49ers reminded me of Villa.

I've just devoured my hat Axl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 12, 2022, 02:40:00 PM
Bears deserved that win!

49ers reminded me of Villa.

I've just devoured my hat Axl.

Haha. I'm sure we'll be ok this season, mate. We made far too many mistakes yesterday.

Fair play to the Bears, though. They were well up for it.

Cd, mate, I think the Bears will make the playoffs this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 12, 2022, 02:43:50 PM
Thanks, but I think you're mad. 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 12, 2022, 03:00:04 PM
Thanks, but I think you're mad. 🙂

Haha :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 18, 2022, 09:31:39 PM
Dolphins win again clawing back a 21 point deficit at the end of the 3rd quarter to win 42-38 over the Ravens.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 18, 2022, 10:08:59 PM
Trey Lance badly injured, could be done for this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 18, 2022, 11:30:32 PM
Trey Lance badly injured, could be done for this season.

Absolutely awful. Gutted for him. Pissed off with Shanahan using him like a fullback.

Jimmy G to the rescue and all that, but it's been hard to enjoy this since Trey went off.

On the other hand, in more positive news, well done the Lions!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 12:35:38 AM
If I was a Raiders fan, I'd be raging right now
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 12:51:26 AM
Holiday here, so am going to (hopefully) enjoy watching the Bears inflict more misery on the Packers.

When was the last time the Jets and Lions both won on the same day??
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 12:58:41 AM
https://mobile.twitter.com/BleacherReport/status/1571637007528378374

I am a bit of a fan of Kyler Murray.

Feel for the Raiders a little bit today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 12:59:57 AM
That Cardinals game was loads of fun. I'm sure the next game won't be.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 01:03:36 AM
When was the last time the Jets and Lions both won on the same day??

2018, week fourteen.

Dolphins 21 Jets 22
Lions 17 Cardinals 3
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 01:30:34 AM
When was the last time the Jets and Lions both won on the same day??

2018, week fourteen.

Dolphins 21 Jets 22
Lions 17 Cardinals 3

Cheers mate!

Not as long ago as I feared.

Good luck for today!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 01:32:40 AM
Thanks mate. We will need it, I suspect.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 01:47:51 AM
Doing alright so far, mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 02:21:16 AM
Loved that sack by Quinn
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 02:26:43 AM
Doing alright so far, mate.

Not any more. Letting them score from 2nd and 28 is criminal.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 02:32:07 AM
Yes, rubbish mate.

The Packers and their fans are the Liverpool of the NFL.

I've just noticed we aren't playing them in the regular season.

Need a big comeback here from the Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 02:44:51 AM
Need a miracle. I'd like monsoon rain every week, please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 19, 2022, 02:48:21 AM
Need a miracle. I'd like monsoon rain every week, please.

The NFL needs to move all Bears games to Japan at this time of year, and you'd get your wish, mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 03:01:56 AM
The Chicago Samurai has a ring to it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 19, 2022, 11:01:34 AM
Bears look competitive at least this year, which is all I was really hoping for. Hopefully get Velus Jones back next week.

49ers DB looks handy Axl. Called something like Hunana.

Highlight of the week for me was the Broncos fans shouting out the seconds on the play clock, after continually getting Delay of Game penalties
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 19, 2022, 06:20:54 PM
When was the last time the Jets and Lions both won on the same day??

2018, week fourteen.

Dolphins 21 Jets 22
Lions 17 Cardinals 3

Before yesterday, the last time the Jets, Lions and Jags won on the same day was 2011.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 07:01:06 PM
BC or AD?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 19, 2022, 10:19:41 PM
Surprised you haven't noted anything on the story of Brett Favre doing the round CD?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 19, 2022, 10:38:18 PM
Hadn't seen anything before, thanks. Hopefully he goes to prison. Doubt it though, sadly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 20, 2022, 01:47:08 AM
Bears look competitive at least this year, which is all I was really hoping for. Hopefully get Velus Jones back next week.

49ers DB looks handy Axl. Called something like Hunana.

Highlight of the week for me was the Broncos fans shouting out the seconds on the play clock, after continually getting Delay of Game penalties

I think it's good that both the Bears and the Lions look competitive. Am a bit tired of the Packers and to a lesser extent, the Vikings. Plus I like Chicago and Detroit a lot more as cities than Green Bay and Minnesota. I do think the US Bank Stadium is a beauty, however :)

Ah, yes, Hufanga. Looks to be absolute quality. Was probably the only highlight of last week against the Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 20, 2022, 01:58:56 AM
Hope you're okay mate and staying away from that typhoon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 20, 2022, 02:18:35 AM
Cheers mate! All ok here in Tokyo, as it usually is when the typhoons come. I don't mind the rain so much, just it's like a sauna here this time of year.

Kyushu and Okinawa usually get the brunt. Lovely places, but I couldn't be doing with the landslides and evacuations that seem to occur every year at this time.
 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 25, 2022, 02:45:00 PM
Looking forward to another stern test for the Dolphins this evening at home to Buffalo.

As a bonus it's the streamed live game on TV2 over here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 25, 2022, 09:06:21 PM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 25, 2022, 09:25:18 PM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Stopped paying attention to that overhyped bollox years ago.

In more important news Dolphins are somehow 3-0 and the Pats lost again.

Added to which Villa didn't lose and a rather good sporting weekend.

Oh and congrats to CD and Axl for the Bears last kick of the game winner.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 25, 2022, 09:30:40 PM
Thanks mate, but Axl is a Niners fan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 25, 2022, 09:35:29 PM
Bollocks. C- Must pay more attention in class.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2022, 10:02:58 PM
Seems the BBC don't like the Bears by keeping them bottom of the table for some reason.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 25, 2022, 10:52:12 PM
Seems the BBC don't like the Bears by keeping them bottom of the table for some reason.

It saves time.

Says the Jets fan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 26, 2022, 02:06:39 AM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Stopped paying attention to that overhyped bollox years ago.

In more important news Dolphins are somehow 3-0 and the Pats lost again.

Added to which Villa didn't lose and a rather good sporting weekend.

Oh and congrats to CD and Axl for the Bears last kick of the game winner.

Cheers mate, but CD is right! My dad is a Bears fan, however.

Your Dolphins are flying. My Bills colleague is not too chatty this morning!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 26, 2022, 03:25:46 AM
This 49ers Broncos game is a tough watch. Jimmy G...

Some great sacks, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 26, 2022, 04:45:41 AM
Hopeless. Watching the 49ers isn't too dissimilar to watching Villa.

Oh for some entertainment!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 26, 2022, 05:10:09 AM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Stopped paying attention to that overhyped bollox years ago.

In more important news Dolphins are somehow 3-0 and the Pats lost again.

Added to which Villa didn't lose and a rather good sporting weekend.

Oh and congrats to CD and Axl for the Bears last kick of the game winner.

Cheers mate, but CD is right! My dad is a Bears fan, however.

Your Dolphins are flying. My Bills colleague is not too chatty this morning!

As I said Imust pay more attention.

Just seen the score table for your 49ers. That's got to sting a bit against an average Broncos team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 26, 2022, 08:57:45 AM
I've been in a foul mood all day, mate! :)

I think it might be a struggle this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 26, 2022, 09:21:40 AM
Chin up, it could be worse you could be a deflated glory hunting Pats wanker. (Kudos to anyone that was a Pats fan during the 80s for sticking with it. I remember them thinking Doug Flutie (America's Midget (C) Brian Bosworth) was an uppgrade on Tony Eason.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 26, 2022, 09:44:25 AM
Chin up, it could be worse you could be a deflated glory hunting Pats wanker. (Kudos to anyone that was a Pats fan during the 80s for sticking with it. I remember them thinking Doug Flutie (America's Midget (C) Brian Bosworth) was an uppgrade on Tony Eason.

Haha! That is true, mate! Am chuffed for the Dolphins as a really good mate from New Jersey is a massive fan.

I save my dislike for the Cowboys, Packers and Rams. It's not Blues level hatred though :)

The Patriots are an irrelevance nowadays, thankfully.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on September 26, 2022, 10:10:36 AM
Packers, Cowboys, Buccaneers and Patriots for me. Will move on from disliking the Bucs as soon as Brady sods off, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 26, 2022, 10:40:33 AM
The Raiders continue to lose close games.

0-3 but with only a -13 points difference :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 26, 2022, 01:08:10 PM
I've been in a foul mood all day, mate! :)

I think it might be a struggle this season.

I feel the pain Axl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 27, 2022, 01:53:21 PM
George Blanda article in the Grauniad

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/sep/27/george-blanda-oldest-nfl-player-football-tom-brady
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 28, 2022, 05:51:06 PM
George Blanda article in the Grauniad

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/sep/27/george-blanda-oldest-nfl-player-football-tom-brady

Good read that. Thanks for sharing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 29, 2022, 03:07:25 PM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Stopped paying attention to that overhyped bollox years ago.

In more important news Dolphins are somehow 3-0 and the Pats lost again.

Added to which Villa didn't lose and a rather good sporting weekend.

Oh and congrats to CD and Axl for the Bears last kick of the game winner.

Cheers mate, but CD is right! My dad is a Bears fan, however.

Your Dolphins are flying. My Bills colleague is not too chatty this morning!

Well that's just poor parenting
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 29, 2022, 03:08:28 PM
If the Jets could win some games, Patriots might actually finish bottom of AFC East. Imagine most of their die hard fans support Chiefs or Bills by now anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 29, 2022, 03:09:18 PM
I've been in a foul mood all day, mate! :)

I think it might be a struggle this season.

I was in a foul mood on Monday and Da Bears won. Fields was atrocious, really hope he can rebound.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 30, 2022, 11:59:25 AM
Last week Tua is allowed back on the field after sustaining a head injury. This week his head gets whacked onto the field and he ends up in hospital  ::)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 30, 2022, 12:01:26 PM
Finally managed to get Ticketmaster/eTicketing to email Print @ Home tickets for the first game at Spuds on Sunday.

Bloody awkward having a mate attending all the games with me who doesn't have a smart phone to use for Digital Tickets.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 30, 2022, 12:54:51 PM
If the Jets could win some games, Patriots might actually finish bottom of AFC East.

I see a flaw in your plan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 01, 2022, 02:11:01 AM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Stopped paying attention to that overhyped bollox years ago.

In more important news Dolphins are somehow 3-0 and the Pats lost again.

Added to which Villa didn't lose and a rather good sporting weekend.

Oh and congrats to CD and Axl for the Bears last kick of the game winner.

Cheers mate, but CD is right! My dad is a Bears fan, however.

Your Dolphins are flying. My Bills colleague is not too chatty this morning!

Well that's just poor parenting

It is :)

In 1989 my dad decided to wake me up to watch the Superbowl with him. I had no idea what was going on, but the 49ers won, then won it the year after. I kind of fell in love with Jerry Rice, did a bit of research, and found out they won it the year I was born, also (1982...a great year for sport!)

Around this time, my great Aunt moved out to near Candlestick, and I remember as a kid going on a stadium tour type thing. Funnily enough, it wasn't until 2002 that I actually went to an NFL game, and that was at Soldier Field against the Eagles. It was the last ever game at the old Soldier Field and it was cold. Damn cold. We were really lucky to go to that game as it was part of a welcome event for  us international students arriving at Michigan State for a student exchange program.

God knows how much those tickets cost, but I did think of my dad and him going on about Walter Payton all those years ago, while chasing me around the back garden!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 01, 2022, 07:34:14 AM
Finally managed to get Ticketmaster/eTicketing to email Print @ Home tickets for the first game at Spuds on Sunday.

Bloody awkward having a mate attending all the games with me who doesn't have a smart phone to use for Digital Tickets.

Glad you got it sorted. Tottingham Hotspurs is an excellent stadium in fairness to them. A lot better than Shite Hart Lane.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 01, 2022, 07:37:16 AM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Stopped paying attention to that overhyped bollox years ago.

In more important news Dolphins are somehow 3-0 and the Pats lost again.

Added to which Villa didn't lose and a rather good sporting weekend.

Oh and congrats to CD and Axl for the Bears last kick of the game winner.

Cheers mate, but CD is right! My dad is a Bears fan, however.

Your Dolphins are flying. My Bills colleague is not too chatty this morning!

Well that's just poor parenting

It is :)

In 1989 my dad decided to wake me up to watch the Superbowl with him. I had no idea what was going on, but the 49ers won, then won it the year after. I kind of fell in love with Jerry Rice, did a bit of research, and found out they won it the year I was born, also (1982...a great year for sport!)

Around this time, my great Aunt moved out to near Candlestick, and I remember as a kid going on a stadium tour type thing. Funnily enough, it wasn't until 2002 that I actually went to an NFL game, and that was at Soldier Field against the Eagles. It was the last ever game at the old Soldier Field and it was cold. Damn cold. We were really lucky to go to that game as it was part of a welcome event for  us international students arriving at Michigan State for a student exchange program.

God knows how much those tickets cost, but I did think of my dad and him going on about Walter Payton all those years ago, while chasing me around the back garden!

That's a lovely story.

I was born in '83 and my Dad would watch Da Bears when up late with me as a kid. Which is nice, as I do the same with my daughter now, who strangely seems to find NFL funny..

I've never been to the US though, so all NFL games have been in London (Wembley, Twickenham, Tottenham).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 01, 2022, 10:41:36 AM
Rihanna wiil play the Halftime Show at this season’s Super Bowl. Could be better, could be worse.
Stopped paying attention to that overhyped bollox years ago.

In more important news Dolphins are somehow 3-0 and the Pats lost again.

Added to which Villa didn't lose and a rather good sporting weekend.

Oh and congrats to CD and Axl for the Bears last kick of the game winner.

Cheers mate, but CD is right! My dad is a Bears fan, however.

Your Dolphins are flying. My Bills colleague is not too chatty this morning!

Well that's just poor parenting

It is :)

In 1989 my dad decided to wake me up to watch the Superbowl with him. I had no idea what was going on, but the 49ers won, then won it the year after. I kind of fell in love with Jerry Rice, did a bit of research, and found out they won it the year I was born, also (1982...a great year for sport!)

Around this time, my great Aunt moved out to near Candlestick, and I remember as a kid going on a stadium tour type thing. Funnily enough, it wasn't until 2002 that I actually went to an NFL game, and that was at Soldier Field against the Eagles. It was the last ever game at the old Soldier Field and it was cold. Damn cold. We were really lucky to go to that game as it was part of a welcome event for  us international students arriving at Michigan State for a student exchange program.

God knows how much those tickets cost, but I did think of my dad and him going on about Walter Payton all those years ago, while chasing me around the back garden!

That's a lovely story.

I was born in '83 and my Dad would watch Da Bears when up late with me as a kid. Which is nice, as I do the same with my daughter now, who strangely seems to find NFL funny..

I've never been to the US though, so all NFL games have been in London (Wembley, Twickenham, Tottenham).

That's lovely, too mate.

I hope to do the same with my daughter, though with the time difference, games here start at either 9:15, 5:05, 5:25 or 2 in the morning. She's either fast asleep or at playschool! I suppose to kids, NFL would be pretty funny....massive blokes smashing into each other with, trying to get a small strangely shaped ball!

Hope your Bears beat the Giants!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 02, 2022, 08:29:42 AM
Last week Tua is allowed back on the field after sustaining a head injury. This week his head gets whacked onto the field and he ends up in hospital  ::)

Doctor fired for clearing  Tagovailoa to return to Bills game. (https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2022/oct/01/doctor-fired-for-clearing-miami-qb-tagovailoa-despite-likely-concussion?)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 02, 2022, 09:47:40 AM
Anyone going to the Saints Vikes game in London? Should be a reasonably close game, fancy the Vikes to win though
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 02, 2022, 11:42:37 PM
Had a lot more fun watching the Lions than bothering with Gerrard-ball, that's for sure.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 03, 2022, 10:18:18 AM
Anyone going to the Saints Vikes game in London? Should be a reasonably close game, fancy the Vikes to win though

I was there.

For a lot of the game it was all a bit 'Villa', but the final quarter and a bit were very entertaining.

A lick of paint away from overtime.

As ever, Spuds is a pain in the arse to get to

Is anyone going to the Packers game next week ?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 03, 2022, 07:54:04 PM
I'm only going to the Broncos Jags game. Amazingly the first Jags game I've been to.

Watched Saints game until Villa started, thinking it was gonna be an easy Vikes win. Couldn't have been much closer in the end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 03, 2022, 07:54:58 PM
Think I heard that the Lions have scored more points than anyone else this season. Unfortunately for them, they've also given up more points than anyone else.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 04, 2022, 04:37:10 AM
Think I heard that the Lions have scored more points than anyone else this season. Unfortunately for them, they've also given up more points than anyone else.

It's mad isn't it. I've a big soft spot for the Lions, and I think in general, fans are enjoying this new Detroit team.

Defence needs working on, obviously!

I'm a bit more cheerful after today's result for the 49ers. Always nice to beat those Rams!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 04, 2022, 04:43:11 AM
Oh, and I bloody love Deebo!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 04, 2022, 08:41:15 AM
Good result, Axl! I think this means Da Bears are better than the World Champions... 🤔
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 04, 2022, 09:30:43 AM
Good result, Axl! I think this means Da Bears are better than the World Champions... 🤔

Absolutely, mate! Far better!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 04, 2022, 11:37:32 AM
Actually, for the first time ever, I'm starting to have more interest in the 49ers than the Villa. I don't know how to feel to be honest.

Of course, it's all Gerrard's fault :)

Sacking Stafford 7 times seals it for me. I've had a few after work, but can feel a Superbowl coming.

Will be doubt be raving next week when we lose to the Panthers and on Halloween when we play those scummy Rams again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 04, 2022, 03:13:34 PM
If we can keep the main players fit; Deebo, Bosa, Kittle et al, and Jimmy G can be average...we have a sniff
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 05, 2022, 08:02:49 PM
Liking the Bengals white kit
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 06, 2022, 08:48:52 PM
Deebo's TD was amazing. Watched first half live, as Baba was awake.

Do feel like I care more about NFL than Football at the moment and that is largely Gerrard's fault. Killing my love for the game.

49ers are such a weird team, crap one week and better than anyone the next.

Sort of a second team, as you always beat the Packers and have a coupe of Bears links.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 06, 2022, 09:19:55 PM
I don’t particularly have a favourite team these days.
I’ve always sort of followed Dallas, but thought Denver were brilliant in the Elway era.
Kansas City with Andy Reid as coach are great. Will be interesting how it pans out with the extra draft picks from Miami for Tyreek Hill.
I’ve a soft spot for Detroit and Cleveland
Josh Allen could lead Buffalo to the Super Bowl


Never been keen on the Raiders, Washington, NY Giants or Chicago, although I do think Walter Payton is the best ever running back.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 06, 2022, 11:21:17 PM
The best ever running back once appeared at Villa Park……Jim Brown
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 07, 2022, 06:21:27 AM
The best ever running back once appeared at Villa Park……Jim Brown

Best Fullback maybe, Although Bronko Nagurski.....

Didn't know Jim Brown had been to Villa Park?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 07, 2022, 07:04:59 AM
Yes Redsox, when did Jim Brown appear at Villa Park?

When I was younger it was all about Emmitt Smith and Barry Sanders. I've subsequently heard it said that the Dallas o-line was so good any running back would have been dominant. Not sure how fair that is on Smith but I accept Sanders performed phenomenally on a weaker team. Special mention to Terell Davis, who was untouchable the year the Broncos won their first.

Speaking of the Broncos, doesn't sound a classic last night. Hope there's some TDs when they're at Wembley later this month at least.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 07, 2022, 08:50:14 AM
He attended a Villa v West Ham game as Randy's guest, apparently.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 07, 2022, 10:01:46 AM
Yep, Jim Brown was at a game when Randy was owner.

They played a clip montage on the screens and then cut to a close up of him in the Trinity

My clapping and cheering was probably the most demonstrative its ever been

I then had to explain to those around me why this was such an important occasion.

As for best ever running back.....I'm sticking with Brown, although Gale Sayers might be next.

My favourite is Marcus Allen. As I've mentioned before, I doubt that there were many other British kids who had a Marcus Allen jersey in 1983
 
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 07, 2022, 10:35:36 AM
The correct answer is clearly Walter Payton. Also a much better person than Jim Brown.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 07, 2022, 12:24:19 PM
The correct answer is clearly Walter Payton. Also a much better person than Jim Brown.

When the Bears won the Super Bowl I was in a bit of a catch 22 situation, I wanted New England to win, but Walter Payton to score.
He was clearly devastated that Ditka(?) overlooked him for the Fridge to score.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 07, 2022, 12:58:31 PM
In fairness, the Patriots game plan in 85 seemed to be solely to stop Payton. But a great shame he didn't score.

Last night's game was eye bleedingly bad. Someone said that the Broncos still have 3 more prime time games 😭
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 08, 2022, 08:56:17 PM
Apologies for butting in but

OU Nil Texas 49.

Fucking hell, embarrassing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 08, 2022, 10:13:44 PM
Oklahoma got thrashed by a rubbish team last week, forgot who now.

Texas have looked pretty good and probably should have beaten Alabama.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 09, 2022, 10:33:29 AM
NFL concussion: Rule change agreed after Tua Tagovailoa investigation. (https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/63190563)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 12:47:58 PM
UKRS, how do you get around the Google Wallet bollocks and just get them to send you proper tickets again, please? I remember you told me how to do it last year...

Edit: ignore me, they're already in the email as an attachment 😄
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 02:16:03 PM
NFL concussion: Rule change agreed after Tua Tagovailoa investigation. (https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/63190563)

They should still be taking draft picks off the Dolphins. Utterly disgusting behaviour. They're potentially putting someone's life at risk.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 02:26:58 PM
English commentators on ITV, WTF?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 02:37:44 PM
This is going to be about 45-3 to Green Bay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 09, 2022, 02:53:55 PM
This is going to be about 45-3 to Green Bay.

Hopefully.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2022, 03:14:15 PM
This is going to be about 45-3 to Green Bay.

Hopefully.

Urgh. No


Randomly bumped into an old chap wearing a Jets top today and had a quick chat. Funnily enough he mentioned a dislike of the Giants, also :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 03:31:00 PM
Sympathies to anyone who has paid a fortune to watch this rubbish. If it's on terrstrial TV they should really have chosen a much better game than this to try to attract new fans. Hopefully Broncos v Jaguars will be competitive.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2022, 03:36:49 PM
Why are the Packers in London? I thought they were above that/didn't want to play abroad/didn't want to deny locals the game day profits etc etc?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 03:42:48 PM
Rodgers has always wanted to play in London allegedly so wonder if that had some sway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 03:43:04 PM
Good drive this from the Giants
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 03:44:09 PM
I think everyone has to play abroad now, there is a rota so you play abroad every x years (can't remember how many) though teams (eg the Jags) can choose to do so more often if they like.

EDIT: here... https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.nfl.com/_amp/owners-approve-international-game-scheduling-plan?espv=1
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 03:46:40 PM
Game on hopefully
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 03:48:33 PM
Prediction revised to 45-10.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 04:39:26 PM
Everything going the Giants way now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 04:43:27 PM
Apart from Barkley getting hurt
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 04:53:05 PM
Tied game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2022, 04:55:07 PM
Fair play to the Giants.

They're my outside bet for the Superbowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 05:07:19 PM
Giants lead!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 05:32:24 PM
Sympathies to anyone who has paid a fortune to watch this rubbish. If it's on terrstrial TV they should really have chosen a much better game than this to try to attract new fans. Hopefully Broncos v Jaguars will be competitive.

This did the trick. Well done you cuddly Joisey Football Giants.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 09, 2022, 05:34:23 PM
Great game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2022, 11:11:34 PM
That’s two games at Spuds with close finishes.

Looked like a Packers blowout was on the cards but the NYFGs hung in there

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2022, 11:16:43 PM
cd……getting printable tix for the Tottingham games was a right pain.

Glad that the Jags provided both options without the need to ask.

Here’s why I have to do all this……my mate’s phone :)


(https://i.ibb.co/D8NPybv/ECA39-CC9-8-E90-4-BEE-ABED-49-DCB8404-F04.jpg) (https://ibb.co/D8NPybv)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 09, 2022, 11:40:16 PM
Ha! To be honest I'm not sure why they don't just sent PDF tickets to everyone. I've no idea what benefit they get out of trying to persuade everyone to use Apple Wallet, etc.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 15, 2022, 12:45:06 AM
Deebo's TD was amazing. Watched first half live, as Baba was awake.

Do feel like I care more about NFL than Football at the moment and that is largely Gerrard's fault. Killing my love for the game.

49ers are such a weird team, crap one week and better than anyone the next.

Sort of a second team, as you always beat the Packers and have a coupe of Bears links.

We definitely seem to have the Packers number, for some reason.

I always worry though, as the Rams did last season, the Packers will get a win in a very important match against us soon. That's life I suppose.

Really thought the Bears would beat Washington. You guys can smash the Patriots next week instead, hopefully.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 16, 2022, 07:09:15 AM
Tbh, we dominated both sides of the ball, but couldn't get it into the endzone.

The muffed punt was huge. Velus Jones never fumbled a return in College and has muffed 2 in his first 3 NFL Games.

Jets Giants is a strange rivalry, as you hardly ever play each over. Suppose it's annoying for the Jets, being the only NFL team that isn't the best supported in any area.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 17, 2022, 12:18:12 PM
Villa rubbish, 49ers rubbish.

Well done the Jets. Surprise package this year? Repeating 1969 perhaps??
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 24, 2022, 01:14:56 AM
Alarming last few weeks for the 49ers.

I'm starting to see parallels between Gerrard and Shanahan.

Outclassed and outcoached today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 24, 2022, 01:21:41 AM
Same for the Packers. Shambolic again today against a poor team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 24, 2022, 02:06:11 AM
Same for the Packers. Shambolic again today against a poor team.

You guys started the season well. What's happened there?

Maybe both our team's coaches need to be replaced.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on October 24, 2022, 02:22:59 AM
Same for the Packers. Shambolic again today against a poor team.

You guys started the season well. What's happened there?

Maybe both our team's coaches need to be replaced.

Flattered by a couple of the early results I think. Everything seems off at the moment. Rodgers playing poorly, poor playcalling not giving the ball enough to Aaron Jones etc.

Got the Bills next week. That could be a bloodbath
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 24, 2022, 08:58:23 AM
Same for the Packers. Shambolic again today against a poor team.

You guys started the season well. What's happened there?

Maybe both our team's coaches need to be replaced.

Flattered by a couple of the early results I think. Everything seems off at the moment. Rodgers playing poorly, poor playcalling not giving the ball enough to Aaron Jones etc.

Got the Bills next week. That could be a bloodbath

I'm not looking forward to next week either against those filthy Rams.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 24, 2022, 09:05:40 AM
Alarming last few weeks for the 49ers.

I'm starting to see parallels between Gerrard and Shanahan.

Outclassed and outcoached today.

Mahomes the difference.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 24, 2022, 09:07:26 AM
Alarming last few weeks for the 49ers.

I'm starting to see parallels between Gerrard and Shanahan.

Outclassed and outcoached today.

Mahomes the difference.

I'm a bitter bastard and can't stand Mahomes :D

Would love him playing for us though
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 24, 2022, 01:09:56 PM
We have everything in place but a QB. I know we have been to the SB and Championship games with him, but Jimmy G is not good enough.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 24, 2022, 03:21:43 PM
The Raiders won (lost) the 'First Pick in the Draft Bowl'
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 25, 2022, 04:41:49 AM
Great win for the Bears! Am very pleased for our resident Bears!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 25, 2022, 06:55:07 AM
49ers have a ton of injuries in fairness, especially on Defence.

Surprised you traded for McCaffrey though.

First time I've ever seen us beat the dreaded Patriots. Fields continues to look like the guy.

Patriots game planning was baffling. I thought they would run all over us and amazed they didn't spy on Fields.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 25, 2022, 09:55:43 AM
49ers have a ton of injuries in fairness, especially on Defence.

Surprised you traded for McCaffrey though.

First time I've ever seen us beat the dreaded Patriots. Fields continues to look like the guy.

Patriots game planning was baffling. I thought they would run all over us and amazed they didn't spy on Fields.

It was a great win mate.

My students had a big test today, so I just sat and watched the Bears. Am pleased for Fields, and would rather him than Jimmy G!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 25, 2022, 12:06:19 PM
I don't want to overreact after one convincing win. I don't expect us to get anywhere near the playoffs this season, just want us to show some potential for the future. I didn't come here looking for trouble, I just came to do the Super Bowl Shuffle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 25, 2022, 12:46:16 PM
I don't want to overreact after one convincing win. I don't expect us to get anywhere near the playoffs this season, just want us to show some potential for the future. I didn't come here looking for trouble, I just came to the Super Bowl Shuffle.

Haha. You're going to the playoffs mate. I remember calling it :D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 25, 2022, 02:10:23 PM
No chance. If we are still in the hunt by week thirteen or fourteen, I might start to believe. Yesterday was the best day for ages, though. More of that, please Bears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 26, 2022, 02:52:59 AM
No chance. If we are still in the hunt by week thirteen or fourteen, I might start to believe. Yesterday was the best day for ages, though. More of that, please Bears.

You never know. If you can beat the Packers when you play them next and they continue their slump, it's doable. I don't think the Lions are going to be troubling anyone!

Cowboys will be tough, but not impossible, and I think you can beat the Dolphins and Lions
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 26, 2022, 08:36:20 AM
Have to find somewhere to watch the Cowboys Bears game after the Broncos Jaguars game.

Planning to try a pub in Liverpool Street, that seems to be showing it. Might call them to confirm.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 26, 2022, 09:03:46 AM
No chance. If we are still in the hunt by week thirteen or fourteen, I might start to believe. Yesterday was the best day for ages, though. More of that, please Bears.

You never know. If you can beat the Packers when you play them next and they continue their slump, it's doable. I don't think the Lions are going to be troubling anyone!

Cowboys will be tough, but not impossible, and I think you can beat the Dolphins and Lions

I feel like I've found the flaw in your plan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 26, 2022, 02:17:33 PM
No chance. If we are still in the hunt by week thirteen or fourteen, I might start to believe. Yesterday was the best day for ages, though. More of that, please Bears.

You never know. If you can beat the Packers when you play them next and they continue their slump, it's doable. I don't think the Lions are going to be troubling anyone!

Cowboys will be tough, but not impossible, and I think you can beat the Dolphins and Lions

I feel like I've found the flaw in your plan.

:D

Well, they seem to be on a downward spiral...you just never know mate!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 28, 2022, 06:01:15 PM
Tom Brady's divorce from Ms. Bundchen has been filed and finalised. My thoughts are with Gisele at this difficult time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 29, 2022, 07:54:55 AM
Journey to London started well today, when the train from Shirley to Brum was cancelled
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 29, 2022, 10:42:30 AM
Hope you get their eventually AD.

We’re driving to Uxbridge in the morning and tubing it from there.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 30, 2022, 04:58:57 PM
Jags blew that. Should have been about twenty points ahead in the first half. Lawrence was rubbish.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 30, 2022, 09:23:51 PM
Jags blew that. Should have been about twenty points ahead in the first half. Lawrence was rubbish.

Yep, given the way that the Broncos were self destructing with penalties*, the Jags should have been out of sight and have only themselves to blame.

* never seen a delay of game on a kickoff before :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 30, 2022, 10:44:58 PM
49ers cheering me up after Villa's shitness on Saturday. Always nice to put those dirty Rams in their place, particularly in their own back yard.

Really impressed with McCaffrey today:

https://mobile.twitter.com/NBCS49ers/status/1586826460525867008


We're not great with 10 point leads, and we have one right now with 11 minutes remaining...

This would be a much needed win
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 31, 2022, 12:34:17 AM
49ers cheering me up after Villa's shitness on Saturday. Always nice to put those dirty Rams in their place,

Also reminds you of our playoff win.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 31, 2022, 01:21:03 AM
49ers cheering me up after Villa's shitness on Saturday. Always nice to put those dirty Rams in their place,

Also reminds you of our playoff win.

Ha! True. Took a while for me to catch on to the meaning of your comment, mate.

Your Jets are doing well this year. Shame about the Packers result, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 31, 2022, 10:56:18 AM
I wanted the Jags to win so a bit disappointed but pleased it was a close game. Agree with cd on Lawrence. I don't know what he's meant to be good at.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 31, 2022, 11:36:50 AM
Wasn't a great start to the game. Russell Wilson threw the ball straight to a defender, whi dropped an easy Interception.

Not quite sure how the Jags failed to win.

Still, a fairly close game in the end and we managed to get to London Bridge easily afterwards too.

Hope everyone had fun, it's always nice chatting with other NFL fans. Did feel a bit for the Panthers fan in the pub.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 31, 2022, 11:38:41 AM
Broncos were a shambles until the goal line interception. That was a momentum shift.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on October 31, 2022, 04:57:08 PM
Journey to London started well today, when the train from Shirley to Brum was cancelled

Serves you right for heading in the wrong direction ;-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 31, 2022, 09:56:26 PM
Cowboys gave the Bears a bit of a mauling
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 31, 2022, 11:04:31 PM
What do my fellow Bears fans think about trading away both Quinn and now Smith? Presume we are giving up on this year but hoping to contend in 23 or more likely 24.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on October 31, 2022, 11:33:24 PM
I'm not sure. Not overly worried about basically writing this season off as I never expected us to be competitive. However, lots of draft picks don't necessarily mean you end up with lots of good players. Would have been tempted to keep at least one of them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 03, 2022, 09:53:22 PM
Roquan doesn't seem like a fit for our Defence now. Needs big DLinemen to cue off behind and we don't have that now weplay 4-3.

Probably could have traded Robert Quinn earlier (end of last season), to get better value for him. But he was 32 and not getting a new deal with us. Saves us 27M over next 2 years.

Claypool coming on board shows how the GM believes in Fields I think and that we will probably be cheaper on Defence than Offence going forward.

Expect us to be a bit Lions for the rest of the season. Poor on Defence and pretty good on Offence.

Bringing in Claypool does free us up to take either 3-Tech DLine or OLine early in 2023 Draft. Best available. Need a Centre too, but doubt we use a 1st Rounder on that position.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 06, 2022, 10:43:00 PM
Well done the Lions!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 06, 2022, 10:45:53 PM
Nice to see the Lions, or more or less anyone beat the Packers.

Oh and Fields is amazing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 07, 2022, 08:35:07 AM
Fields, yes! Chuffed for him and you guys.

Bears or the Lions to overtake the Packers this season?? Still fancy the Bears for the playoffs. I know CD thinks I'm mad 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 07, 2022, 09:16:50 AM
100,000 passing yards for Brady
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 07, 2022, 07:07:45 PM
Fields, yes! Chuffed for him and you guys.

Bears or the Lions to overtake the Packers this season?? Still fancy the Bears for the playoffs. I know CD thinks I'm mad 😂

No chance, our Defence is pish. Only stopped the Dolphjns when Tua missed wide open players. But I don't care, this year is about Fields developing and next year we can improve WR, OLine and Defence (well DLine and LBs).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 08, 2022, 12:19:53 PM
Sounds like the 49ers might be in the mix for OBJ.

Cowboys and Bills also linked.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 08, 2022, 02:20:46 PM
Fields, yes! Chuffed for him and you guys.

Bears or the Lions to overtake the Packers this season?? Still fancy the Bears for the playoffs. I know CD thinks I'm mad 😂

No chance, our Defence is pish. Only stopped the Dolphjns when Tua missed wide open players. But I don't care, this year is about Fields developing and next year we can improve WR, OLine and Defence (well DLine and LBs).

I've got money on your Bears now to make the playoffs! I completely understand your feelings on the matter:)

As for OBJ, yes please.

As for
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 13, 2022, 09:16:24 PM
Craziest end to the Vikings at Bills game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 14, 2022, 12:29:46 AM
Craziest end to the Vikings at Bills game

Yes! Wow.

Packers Cowboys isn't a bad game either. Think I just about prefer the Cowboys, though it's like choosing between Blues and Liverpool.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 14, 2022, 03:29:04 AM
Kyle Shanahan is not good for my heart, tolerance or patience levels.

I'm convinced he is Gerrard wearing a big cap.

Go for it and kicking for 3!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rory on November 14, 2022, 03:46:18 AM
Is it true that the Clit-Bay Bummers gave a thorough beating to the Vulva Delta Prostates?

I hear they spiked them in the jockstrap.

(No offence, Axl)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 14, 2022, 04:15:31 AM
haha! Rory, I admire your humour!

I don't know who cause more stress, Villa or the 49ers. This has been a nervy watch. Seem to be scraping over the line, however.

Or maybe not. Tiresome tactics
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rory on November 14, 2022, 05:26:32 AM
haha! Rory, I admire your humour!

I don't know who cause more stress, Villa or the 49ers. This has been a nervy watch. Seem to be scraping over the line, however.

Or maybe not. Tiresome tactics

I reckon it's the Spunk Dolphins. They just cannot lose their skin on the lay-down.

When the line prolapses, you cannot out-pace a Helmet-peeler when it comes to withdrawal.

The peel may be super-quick, but the Foreskin-Retainers absolutely killed the draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 14, 2022, 07:58:25 AM
haha! Rory, I admire your humour!

I don't know who cause more stress, Villa or the 49ers. This has been a nervy watch. Seem to be scraping over the line, however.

Or maybe not. Tiresome tactics

I reckon it's the Spunk Dolphins. They just cannot lose their skin on the lay-down.

When the line prolapses, you cannot out-pace a Helmet-peeler when it comes to withdrawal.

The peel may be super-quick, but the Foreskin-Retainers absolutely killed the draft.

You must have been having a belter of a night, mate.

I'm a bit lost now :D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rory on November 14, 2022, 08:49:24 AM
haha! Rory, I admire your humour!

I don't know who cause more stress, Villa or the 49ers. This has been a nervy watch. Seem to be scraping over the line, however.

Or maybe not. Tiresome tactics

I reckon it's the Spunk Dolphins. They just cannot lose their skin on the lay-down.

When the line prolapses, you cannot out-pace a Helmet-peeler when it comes to withdrawal.

The peel may be super-quick, but the Foreskin-Retainers absolutely killed the draft.

You must have been having a belter of a night, mate.

I'm a bit lost now :D

Just joking about the daft nicknames in NFL - no  harm intended as I know you have a good sense of humour 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pablo_picasso on November 18, 2022, 01:12:59 PM
Craziest end to the Vikings at Bills game
Outside of Villa, that was the best ending to any game in the history of sport. And then I go back to my own favoured team & have to watch Andy Dalton being peak Andy Dalton. I’m just hoping we can get a draft pick that allows us to look at either Sam Hartman from Wake Forest, or preferably, Caleb Williams from USC within the next few years. We have been spoiled at The Saints with Drew Brees over the years, so to go from that, to Andy Dalton, is a bit of a culture shock…
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 18, 2022, 04:56:01 PM
Was looking at picks today. Bears projected to pick 4th, so could probably get DT Jalen Carter or DE Will Anderson in that spot.

I'd like Carter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pablo_picasso on November 19, 2022, 03:01:36 PM
RIP to the three University of Virginia players who were shot & killed by a former Virginia player last Sunday. Devin Chandler, D'Sean Perry & Lavel Davis Jr. Two other students were also injured. The shooter, Christopher Darnell Jones Jr. has been arrested.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 19, 2022, 03:16:57 PM
Apart from Brady, I was thinking if there are any other players still active who were playing when I started this thread 16 years ago.

In Sep 2006, I was at a Boston College game that featured Matt Ryan at QB

He’s hanging on in the NFL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 20, 2022, 02:36:45 AM
Apart from Brady, I was thinking if there are any other players still active who were playing when I started this thread 16 years ago.

In Sep 2006, I was at a Boston College game that featured Matt Ryan at QB

He’s hanging on in the NFL

When did Matt Prater has been in the NFL since 2006. Rodgers must be around then too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2022, 09:11:37 PM
The Jets found a way to lose to the Patriots for the 14th straight time
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 20, 2022, 09:13:36 PM
Apart from Brady, I was thinking if there are any other players still active who were playing when I started this thread 16 years ago.

In Sep 2006, I was at a Boston College game that featured Matt Ryan at QB

He’s hanging on in the NFL

When did Matt Prater has been in the NFL since 2006. Rodgers must be around then too.

I’m sure that I replied earlier but my post isn’t here……

I’d forgotten about Rodgers’ first couple of years as a backup.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on November 20, 2022, 09:25:36 PM
40 years ago today.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 20, 2022, 10:47:38 PM
The Lions are flying!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2022, 08:07:58 PM
Hopefully they finish ahead of the Packers.

You could argue that the NFC Playoff teams already look set.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 25, 2022, 01:58:41 PM
Thought the Bills were a bit fortunate to beat the Lions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 25, 2022, 07:54:49 PM
Lions have been vastly improved since Amon-Ra St Brown and DeAndre Swift came back from injury. Still have 1st Round WR Jamieson Williams to play this season too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 26, 2022, 01:28:00 AM
Lions have been vastly improved since Amon-Ra St Brown and DeAndre Swift came back from injury. Still have 1st Round WR Jamieson Williams to play this season too.

Last two games of the season are against the Bears and Packers, also. Could be huge games if the Lions don't fuck up the next 4!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on November 27, 2022, 09:23:59 PM
Sigh. The Bears continuing their run of losing to shit teams. Hammered by the Jets. The Jets. Basically, the key to scoring against this Bears Defense is, don't throw an interception. If you don't there's a guaranteed 6 points for you every time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 27, 2022, 09:51:52 PM
I blame Axl for dropping money on us reaching the paly-offs. We know from his PS5 shenanigans he is crap with spending his dosh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 27, 2022, 10:17:31 PM
Ha! You've got me there, I'm afraid.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 28, 2022, 12:26:59 AM
Defensively, the 49ers are great. Offensively, they should be so much better.

Dolphins next week will be a big test
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on November 28, 2022, 11:37:48 AM
Hopefully we will be on SKY again Axl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pablo_picasso on November 28, 2022, 02:33:38 PM
Defensively, the 49ers are great. Offensively, they should be so much better.

Dolphins next week will be a big test
Saints have gone shit since Payton & Brees have gone. When you are relying on Winston & Dalton to lead you, you know you are in trouble…
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 28, 2022, 05:54:03 PM
Great win for my no longer completely shit Raiders over the Seahawks

Gotsta like a walk-off 86 yard TD run

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/35127380/raiders-josh-jacobs-caps-300-yard-game-walk-td-ot

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 28, 2022, 07:25:32 PM
Defensively, the 49ers are great. Offensively, they should be so much better.

Dolphins next week will be a big test
Big game for the Dolphins too. Real test for our Tua and the rest of the offence against the 49ers defence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 28, 2022, 09:23:56 PM
Sigh. The Bears continuing their run of losing to shit teams. Hammered by the Jets. The Jets. Basically, the key to scoring against this Bears Defense is, don't throw an interception. If you don't there's a guaranteed 6 points for you every time.

Will all be worth it when we Draft Will Anderson. Apparently he's the new Von Miller
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 29, 2022, 08:34:08 AM
Defensively, the 49ers are great. Offensively, they should be so much better.

Dolphins next week will be a big test
Big game for the Dolphins too. Real test for our Tua and the rest of the offence against the 49ers defence.

Should be a belter, mate. One of my best mates is a Dolphins maniac, and it's nice to see them going strongly this year. A bit of added spice with Mostert and Wilson coming back. Mostert is quality and I was very surprised we let him go. Wilson, too, to be fair!

Am looking forward to this alot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 05, 2022, 12:44:45 AM
After the drudgery of the world cup and every team I despise winning so far, it was nice to watch both the Lions and 49ers this morning.

Feel for Jimmy G, but well done Brock!

Knackered now, but no problem.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 05, 2022, 11:44:07 AM
Good winner for Niners. Gutted for Jimmy G and the rest of the team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 05, 2022, 11:57:38 AM
Whilst it's unlikely that the Raiders can get back into the playoff hunt, they're doing their best to spoil it for other contenders
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 05, 2022, 12:57:10 PM
It's got to the stage now where I hope we lose every game. Luckily, they seem intent on delivering.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 05, 2022, 01:35:09 PM
Lose every game, whilst Fields is excellent plan is working well
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on December 08, 2022, 09:35:02 PM
Lose every game, whilst Fields is excellent plan is working well

Although Fields and 4th quarters, think he needs work there. Bears with ball, no more than a score down, look away, look back, the other team has posession.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 11, 2022, 10:31:37 PM
Exciting times for the Lions. Playing really well now.

I think my mates back in Michigan are in a state of shock!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 11, 2022, 10:50:32 PM
Bollocks.

Deebo looked gutted being carted off.

Injuries injuries injuries. Fucking hell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 12, 2022, 12:43:00 AM
https://mobile.twitter.com/BridgetCondon_/status/1602099292659146753?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

A nice fact.

Well done, Brock! Looks the part.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 12, 2022, 12:20:55 PM
Seems like Deebo likely out for 4-5 weeks, so back around Playoff time.

Broncos loss means Bears drop to 3rd in Draft order.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pablo_picasso on December 12, 2022, 01:49:27 PM
The Eagles look a really strong squad. Their draft picks & trading have worked wonders over the past few years. It’s all starting to come together for them now & they are good to watch. They might go all the way if they are lucky with injuries.

Seems like Deebo likely out for 4-5 weeks, so back around Playoff time.

Broncos loss means Bears drop to 3rd in Draft order.
Good to hear. Looked serious as he was carted off in tears. As for the rookie QB, what a great starting debut performance. Fantastic third string QB to have around the place. Apparently he has been getting training reps against the first team defence. And they are pretty decent, so his practice, while not full contact, really set him up for success yesterday. The big test will be when the opposition watch some of his game tape & start to make adjustments over the course of the next few games. His athleticism looks like it might get him through that though. Not bad for last in the draft. It was great that his parents were there to see him after they booked tickets to watch the game purely to see Brady, lol. I wonder if Brady has hung around a season too long. He is looking like Brees was in his last season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 12, 2022, 07:45:20 PM
Think Purdy was Mr Irrelevant (last pick in the Draft), so he's earnt himself a few Dollars with that performance.

Bears next 2 games are the Eagles and Bills. Merry Christmas.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 13, 2022, 08:22:39 AM
Think Purdy was Mr Irrelevant (last pick in the Draft), so he's earnt himself a few Dollars with that performance.

Bears next 2 games are the Eagles and Bills. Merry Christmas.

Please beat them both. Definitely Super Bowl material the pair of them. A few defeats might knock their confidence.

I'm still hopeful the 49ers will win the lot, but am prepared for disappointment.

You're bang on about Purdy, by the way. Am chuffed for the lad!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 13, 2022, 09:35:24 AM
We better not beat either of them. Tank tank tank.

I reckon Niners still win the division even if Deebo is out for a few weeks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 13, 2022, 09:55:27 PM
Suppose it will be tougher for 49ers this year, as Packers won't be in the Playoffs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 16, 2022, 03:37:30 AM
Suppose it will be tougher for 49ers this year, as Packers won't be in the Playoffs

Haha. True.

I think I'm falling in love with Purdy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 16, 2022, 09:36:32 AM
Sturdy Purdy looking more than competent. Go Niners!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 16, 2022, 11:39:25 AM
Sturdy Purdy looking more than competent. Go Niners!

Yes, mate! Looking very good are our Niners!

Commentators described our defence as 'violent and disciplined'. Love that.

A big chance this season. I'm trying not to get too excited as we all know what usually happens.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2022, 09:25:43 PM
Only started watching the Colts @ Vikes at halftime. …..wow !
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 17, 2022, 10:05:13 PM
Largest comeback in NFL history

From 33-0 down at half time, the Vikes win 39-36
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 17, 2022, 10:29:22 PM
Absolute shitebags.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 17, 2022, 11:04:23 PM
Seconded. Purple bastards! :) That's an incredible comeback, sadly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 18, 2022, 10:43:36 AM
Biggest comeback in NFL history.

Good game, although I was hoping for a Colts win.

Pleased the Ravens lost. Probably voukd have done with a Phins win, but don't mind the Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 18, 2022, 01:57:40 PM
Just noticed that Tampa Bay head the NFC South with a losing record, 6-7.
They have the Bengals, Cardinals and the Panthers
I can’t see them winning all 3 so the NFC South will be won by a team with an 8-8 record at best

That would have to be a first?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 18, 2022, 02:01:53 PM
They won't have an 8-8 record because there are seventeen games now.

Still, five teams have made the playoffs with losing records so if they go 8-9 and win the division it wouldn't be massively out of the ordinary. It's only three teams if we exclude the weird strike season, but has become more likely since they changed to eight divisions of four teams around the start of this century.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/5-nfl-teams-made-playoffs-losing-record
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 18, 2022, 02:08:23 PM
They won't have an 8-8 record because there are seventeen games now.

Still, five teams have made the playoffs with losing records so if they go 8-9 and win the division it wouldn't be massively out of the ordinary.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/5-nfl-teams-made-playoffs-losing-record

Thanks, bud.
Just looked it up and was going to edit.
Didn’t realise it was 17, either ::)
Fun fact, two of those, Panthers and Washington, was with the same coach (Rivera)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2022, 02:13:20 PM
The end of the Patriots @ Raiders game .... bizarre

Gotsta love the North American Colonials and their weird turn of phrase....."backwards lateral"

https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401437915
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 19, 2022, 10:21:29 PM
The end of the Patriots @ Raiders game .... bizarre

Gotsta love the North American Colonials and their weird turn of phase....."backwards lateral"

https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401437915

This ending is gloriously hilarious
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 19, 2022, 10:30:09 PM
Yep. Couldn't happen to a nicer team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 20, 2022, 10:27:34 AM
Flippin’ heck, Jags beat Cowboys !!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 20, 2022, 11:25:02 AM
The end of the Patriots @ Raiders game .... bizarre

Gotsta love the North American Colonials and their weird turn of phase....."backwards lateral"

https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401437915

This ending is gloriously hilarious

Especially being as the cheating bastards felk victim to this play as time expired a few years ago.

https://youtu.be/V1cvZRD3Aj4
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 20, 2022, 12:11:04 PM
I know its the Patriots so its inherently funny but I've just remembered from back when I used to watch NFL in the 80s that I absolutely hated the Raiders. This is like Man U beating Liverpool in the last minute of injury time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 20, 2022, 02:57:54 PM
Yep. Couldn't happen to a nicer team.

Thought of you on Saturday, mate.

Was in a local pub when an American chap walked past our table and commented on my 49ers jacket. We got talking and it turns out he's originally from Decatur, Illinois, and told me that the Bears were once called the Decatur Staleys. I had no idea about this, and as he was leaving the table, I asked him what he's made of the Bears this season.

His response: 'I'm a Niners fan', despite his whole family being Bears fans. He reckons you guys will do alot better next season, however.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 20, 2022, 04:40:09 PM
Yeah Decatur Staleys, then Chicago Staleys then Chicago Bears. The mascot is still called Staley the Bear.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 20, 2022, 09:02:54 PM
Owner sold to Halas on the condition that we keep the name Staleys for at least 1 season.

Hence Chicago Staleys. Then changed to Chicago Bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 20, 2022, 11:12:24 PM
Interesting stuff, chaps. Do you like your mascot? Strange question, I know!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 20, 2022, 11:15:25 PM
He's okay, as mascots go, I suppose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 21, 2022, 08:32:42 AM
Hes not really cuddly or fearsome.

Mind you, Lions had a right freaky mascot in about 1970s, like that Pipkins TV show
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2022, 12:02:31 PM
Two friends of mine from the Colonies are mascot stalkers.

I'm often roped in as photographer as two grown women wait their turn with a line of little kids to meet the mascot :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 21, 2022, 12:03:45 PM
The Phillie Phanatic is the best overall mascot.

Jaxon DeVille is probably the best NFL one I've seen
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Simon Page on December 21, 2022, 01:02:57 PM
Capital City Goofball, every time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 21, 2022, 01:58:28 PM
Chiefs one is pretty odd looking.

Jags one does backflips.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on December 23, 2022, 12:02:40 PM
50 years ago today, the 'Immaculate Reception'.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 23, 2022, 04:32:16 PM
50 years ago today, the 'Immaculate Reception'.



And Franco Harris has just died
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 24, 2022, 01:24:03 PM
'RealFeel' (ie including wind-chill) temperature for kickoff in Cleveland is -37f (ie -38c)

Unsurprisingly tickets are available on resale sites for only $2
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 24, 2022, 02:04:55 PM
Are any games being moved today?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 24, 2022, 06:57:05 PM
Are any games being moved today?

Titans game was delayed due to managed electrics blackouts.

Other than that, all going ahead

Game time temp in Cleveland, without accounting for wind chill, was 5f

Late game in Pit could be chilly. Maybe usav can give us an update.

I’m been messaging with a friend in Milwaukee. They’ve escaped the worst, but she’s hunkering down until the new year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 25, 2022, 08:32:35 AM
Really enjoyed the 49ers Washington game.

Kittle, McCaffrey and Ayuk looking unstoppable on offense.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on December 25, 2022, 09:04:40 PM
Suppose it will be tougher for 49ers this year, as Packers won't be in the Playoffs

Won't they?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: cdbearsfan on December 25, 2022, 10:16:39 PM
They definitely will. Wouldn't be surprised to see Patriots make it too, just to piss me off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 25, 2022, 10:48:22 PM
They definitely will. Wouldn't be surprised to see Patriots make it too, just to piss me off.

I'm thinking the same, mate.

Looking at the last two games for the Packers, both at home to the Vikings and Lions....

Would absolutely love it if the Lions pipped them to it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 25, 2022, 11:07:12 PM
And what on earth was Tua doing in that last quarter? I'd be furious if I was a Dolphins fan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 26, 2022, 12:43:41 PM
Great win for the Cowboys beating the Eagles
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on December 27, 2022, 03:44:42 PM
Are any games being moved today?

Titans game was delayed due to managed electrics blackouts.

Other than that, all going ahead

Game time temp in Cleveland, without accounting for wind chill, was 5f

Late game in Pit could be chilly. Maybe usav can give us an update.

I’m been messaging with a friend in Milwaukee. They’ve escaped the worst, but she’s hunkering down until the new year.

Second coldest game in Steelers history, apparently.  8F plus windchill.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 27, 2022, 09:09:06 PM
And what on earth was Tua doing in that last quarter? I'd be furious if I was a Dolphins fan.

Back in concussion protocol now apparently. About the 4th time this season, which can't be good for your long term health
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 27, 2022, 10:25:24 PM
And what on earth was Tua doing in that last quarter? I'd be furious if I was a Dolphins fan.

Back in concussion protocol now apparently. About the 4th time this season, which can't be good for your long term health

Ah, I understand. I feel like a right insensitive twat now! :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 27, 2022, 10:56:44 PM
JJ Watt to retire
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 27, 2022, 11:10:48 PM
JJ Watt to retire

I saw his nice post on Twitter earlier:

https://twitter.com/JJWatt/status/1607765508476252160
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 01, 2023, 11:21:23 PM
Bad set of results today so far. Bucs in, Pats on the verge and you just know the Packers will pip the Lions next week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 01, 2023, 11:44:42 PM
Bad set of results today so far. Bucs in, Pats on the verge and you just know the Packers will pip the Lions next week.

Agreed, mate.

Have a massive soft spot for the Lions, so would love it if they pipped the Packers. I know how much it would mean to my mates in Michigan, also.

Am watching the 49ers right now. Raiders have played well. 8 to go, and I'm nervous :D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 02, 2023, 12:01:30 AM
First career touchdown for Jordan Mason. What a time to get it.

McCaffrey is some player.

Raiders don't give up. Have been impressed by them today.

A minute to go. Tied 34-34, Purdy to Aiyuk all the way up the pitch.

Is Robbie going to win this with a FG?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 02, 2023, 12:21:46 AM
Fuck me Gould. OT
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 02, 2023, 07:31:52 AM
Got the win in the end Axl and could be top seed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 02, 2023, 11:11:53 AM
That would be amazing, mate. The Niners just seem to have forgotten how to lose.

The Chiefs are the only team I fear at present. Maybe the Bills.

If the Packers sneak in, then them, too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 02, 2023, 11:18:52 AM
Well Cousins and Jefferson have done their best to help the Packers into the playoffs and also lose me my fantasy team Super Bowl.

Lions win next week would be nice (and even more amusing if the Seahawks also win.

Jags Titans is the late game on Saturday night/Sunday morning.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 02, 2023, 11:52:06 AM
The Lions will do them. So good on offense
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 02, 2023, 12:01:46 PM
Just looked at schedule and Raiders Chiefs is also on Saturday. That means Bills/Bengals will know in advance whether they can bench players for final game, which could have knock on consequences for other teams getting in and seeding. Seems a bit off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 02, 2023, 12:45:51 PM
Hoping Seahawks game is player at the same time as the Lions game.

Otherwise, unfair one way or the other.

Packers win and Seahawks can't qualify for playoffs.

Seahawks win and Lions can't qualify for playoffs.

So play matches at the same time please.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 02, 2023, 02:36:55 PM
Another classic Steelers-Ravens game.  Low scoring, defence dominated game. 

Steelers still alive and Tomlinson’s record of never having a losing season also still alive.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 02, 2023, 07:40:03 PM
And Bears 2nd Round Draft pick via the Ravens becomes slightly better value.

If Bengals beat the Bills tonight then they clinch the AFC North and Chargers have moved above the Ravens into 5th seed on the playoffs.

Has to be said that the Ravens haven't been that great this season, after the first month, even before Lamar Jackson got injured.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 02, 2023, 09:45:13 PM
Hoping Seahawks game is player at the same time as the Lions game.

Otherwise, unfair one way or the other.

Packers win and Seahawks can't qualify for playoffs.

Seahawks win and Lions can't qualify for playoffs.

So play matches at the same time please.

Not happening.

Packers v Lions is the Sunday night game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 03, 2023, 05:02:33 AM
Upsetting scenes in the Bills Bengals game.

I really hope Hamlin is ok. It didn't look good at all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 03, 2023, 10:29:31 AM
Looks to be similar to Christian Eriksen.

Hopefully Hamlin will have an equally positive outcome
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 03, 2023, 03:53:13 PM
New Washington mascot revealed

I like the idea of harkening back to 'The Hogs'

(https://a4.espncdn.com/combiner/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2023%2F0101%2Fr1112620_994x559_16%2D9.jpg&w=920&h=518&scale=crop&cquality=80&location=origin&format=jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 03, 2023, 09:45:53 PM
That it took the NFL over an hour to suspend the Bengals v Bills game is horrendous. Roger Goodall should be in no position of power within the NFL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 03, 2023, 10:01:19 PM
New Washington mascot revealed

I like the idea of harkening back to 'The Hogs'

(https://a4.espncdn.com/combiner/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2023%2F0101%2Fr1112620_994x559_16%2D9.jpg&w=920&h=518&scale=crop&cquality=80&location=origin&format=jpg)

I just assumed it was a tribute to Dan Snyder.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 03, 2023, 10:04:30 PM
That it took the NFL over an hour to suspend the Bengals v Bills game is horrendous. Roger Goodall should be in no position of power within the NFL

I saw something that said if they suspended quicker it would have led to a fan exodus that might have delayed the ambulance. Not sure how true that is or what the timing was in terms of the ambulance leaving pre decision to suspend game.

I don't envy how the NFL handle playing the game again. Whatever path they choose there'll be someone saying it's unfair.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 04, 2023, 11:58:37 AM
Yep, the way that the NFL schedule is set up and with all the tie-break mechanisms they have in place, having a spare week to tidy up loose ends wouldn't have been in their thinking.

Most postponements have been league wide (eg 9/11 & COVID) or weather related for a couple of days (or occasionally moving to a bye-week).

There's very little precedent for this situation

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_canceled_and_rescheduled_NFL_games
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 04, 2023, 02:47:28 PM
That would be amazing, mate. The Niners just seem to have forgotten how to lose.

The Chiefs are the only team I fear at present. Maybe the Bills.

If the Packers sneak in, then them, too.

Chiefs are the only team I'd really be concerned with. I think the Niners could cope wit the Bills & probably the Bengals.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 04, 2023, 05:48:07 PM
https://twitter.com/tickets_buffalo/status/1610476277160636418?s=46&t=8oKhCUkk6jpftUabM1UvLg

Not sure about this idea
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 04, 2023, 07:47:25 PM
https://twitter.com/tickets_buffalo/status/1610476277160636418?s=46&t=8oKhCUkk6jpftUabM1UvLg

Not sure about this idea

I thought they would just call it a draw.
No one would really gain as, I think, both are guaranteed top spot in respective divisions
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Simon Page on January 05, 2023, 08:40:16 AM
Nothing upsets an American games fan more than a draw.

Or Mexicans, a draw or Mexicans.

Or atheists. Atheists, Mexicans or a draw.



Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 05, 2023, 06:29:23 PM
https://twitter.com/tickets_buffalo/status/1610476277160636418?s=46&t=8oKhCUkk6jpftUabM1UvLg

Not sure about this idea

I thought they would just call it a draw.
No one would really gain as, I think, both are guaranteed top spot in respective divisions

Both teams can still finish as top seed and get a bye. Do think personally that being 2nd and 3rd seeds wouldn't be the end of the world, but hey ho.

Also, if Bengals lost both remaining games I think they could end up as 5th or 6th seed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 05, 2023, 07:09:34 PM
I think the NFL are hoping that results mean they end up as 2 and 3 seeds and they agree to decide it between them somehow
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2023, 09:41:47 AM
Bengals v Bills has been cancelled

Looks like the NFL will deal with the home field advantage problem by playing the AFC Championship game at a neutral venue in either the Bengals or Bills make it that far.
Normal seeding rules apply if they both make it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 06, 2023, 11:02:16 AM
So seeding decided on win %?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 06, 2023, 05:00:04 PM
All seems pretty straightforward to me .....;)


From The Grauniad
Quote
The AFC Championship Game will be played at a neutral site if the participating teams played an unequal number of games and both could have been the No. 1 seed and hosted the game had all AFC clubs played a full 17-game regular season.

Those circumstances involve Buffalo or Cincinnati qualifying for the game as a road team. If Buffalo and Kansas City both win or tie this weekend, a Bills-Chiefs AFC title game would be at a neutral site.

If Buffalo and Kansas City both lose and Baltimore wins or ties, a Bills-Chiefs AFC title game would be at a neutral site.

If Buffalo and Kansas City both lose and Cincinnati wins, Bills or Bengals against Kansas City in the AFC title game would be at a neutral site.

Also, if Baltimore defeats Cincinnati in Week 18, the Ravens would have two wins over the Bengals, a divisional opponent, but will not be able to host a playoff game because Cincinnati will have a higher winning percentage for a 16-game schedule than Baltimore will for a 17-game schedule.

Therefore, if Baltimore defeats Cincinnati and if those two clubs are schedule to play a wild-card game against each another, the site for that game would be determined by a coin toss.

However, if the Bengals win this weekend or if Baltimore and Cincinnati are not scheduled to play each other in the wild-card round, the game sites would be determined by the regular scheduling procedures.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Simon Page on January 06, 2023, 05:54:11 PM
Is that the voting rules for Speaker of the House?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 06, 2023, 06:44:01 PM
This still hasn't cleared up whether I won my fantasy Bowl Matchup
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 06, 2023, 08:32:22 PM
All seems pretty straightforward to me .....;)


From The Grauniad
Quote
The AFC Championship Game will be played at a neutral site if the participating teams played an unequal number of games and both could have been the No. 1 seed and hosted the game had all AFC clubs played a full 17-game regular season.

Those circumstances involve Buffalo or Cincinnati qualifying for the game as a road team. If Buffalo and Kansas City both win or tie this weekend, a Bills-Chiefs AFC title game would be at a neutral site.

If Buffalo and Kansas City both lose and Baltimore wins or ties, a Bills-Chiefs AFC title game would be at a neutral site.

If Buffalo and Kansas City both lose and Cincinnati wins, Bills or Bengals against Kansas City in the AFC title game would be at a neutral site.

Also, if Baltimore defeats Cincinnati in Week 18, the Ravens would have two wins over the Bengals, a divisional opponent, but will not be able to host a playoff game because Cincinnati will have a higher winning percentage for a 16-game schedule than Baltimore will for a 17-game schedule.

Therefore, if Baltimore defeats Cincinnati and if those two clubs are schedule to play a wild-card game against each another, the site for that game would be determined by a coin toss.

However, if the Bengals win this weekend or if Baltimore and Cincinnati are not scheduled to play each other in the wild-card round, the game sites would be determined by the regular scheduling procedures.

It's a mess and surprising they don't have better contingency plans for cancelled games*

*I realise a cancellation in the NFL is almost unprecdented, but especially considering we are only 2 years removed from the COVID season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 07, 2023, 12:02:16 PM
I guess at least it is not determining who is in or out and teams can use it as extra motivation for playoff games.

If KC win and Buffalo lose then the league breathe a sigh of relief as that eliminates a lot of the issues around the 1 seed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 07, 2023, 12:10:30 PM
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-cancels-bills-bengals-game-a-look-at-updated-afc-playoff-scenarios-heading-into-week-18/amp/

This explains the various scenarios quite well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 08, 2023, 09:39:31 PM
National holiday in Japan so can wake up early and banish the Villa woes by watching the 49ers, and then later hopefully the Lions smashing the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 08, 2023, 10:59:58 PM
As much as I like Da Bears, securing the first round pick seems little consolation for such a dismal season. Lots of rebuilding needed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 09, 2023, 12:21:01 AM
I dislike the Seahawks immensely. I feel dirty to be cheering for the Rams, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 09, 2023, 12:46:05 AM
Fucking hell. Lions eliminated.

Not sure who I'd prefer to progress out of the Packers or Seahawks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 09, 2023, 02:41:31 AM
What's all this on Twitter about the NFL being rigged and being desperate for the Packers to get in the playoffs?

Is it sour grapes/Twitter nonsense?

It seems highly possible we'll be meeting our old mate Aaron again soon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 09, 2023, 03:56:20 AM
Really intriguing this game. Lions are so so improved this season. I really like Dan Campbell.

20-16 Lions with five to go. It does seem set up for a Rodgers saves the day type situation, however
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 09, 2023, 04:08:48 AM
Rodgers intercepted!!! Lions have the ball, still 20-16 ahead with about 3 to play.

I'm thoroughly enjoying this!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 09, 2023, 04:24:03 AM
I shouldn't laugh because inevitably it'll come back to haunt me, but hahaha.

Well done Lions. Would have been amazing to play them next week instead of those fucking boring Seahawks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 09, 2023, 10:55:52 AM
I have a bad feeling Axl...not who I would have wanted.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 09, 2023, 10:59:32 AM
I have a bad feeling Axl...not who I would have wanted.

We'll be ok mate! Psychologically, the Seahawks will be beaten before the game starts. I hope :)

We are on a roll.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 09, 2023, 12:16:35 PM
Niners look the team to beat in the NFC. Three best teams in the league in the AFC in my opinion.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 09, 2023, 12:54:19 PM
JETS JETS JETS - SHIT SHIT SHIT.

Couldn't score more than 6 points, if they had the Steelers would have been in the playoffs.   Not saying we would have won the super bowl, but we just ended the season 7-2, nobody would have wanted to play us.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 09, 2023, 01:06:36 PM
JETS JETS JETS - SHIT SHIT SHIT.

That's fighting talk, you wouldn't say that to Fireman Ed. >:(

Hope the Eagles win the SB. If not, then wouldn't begrudge the Bills winning one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2023, 05:20:47 PM
All went beautifully for Da Bears on Sunday, although did feel for the Lions.

But stupid scheduling their game for after the Seahawls game, so that they knew they couldn't make the Playoffs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 12, 2023, 01:21:16 PM
Where's cd?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 12, 2023, 01:23:40 PM
Still recovering from the Stevenage debacle I think
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 12, 2023, 01:42:56 PM
Still recovering from the Stevenage debacle I think

Ah, ok! Understandable ☺️ Let's hope your Bears get some decent players in the draft.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 13, 2023, 10:30:59 AM
Good luck in the Playoffs 49ers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 14, 2023, 11:34:36 AM
Go Niners!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2023, 11:46:46 AM
Cheers mate!

6:30am kick off here, but looking forward to it!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2023, 09:58:45 PM
So far so good.

McCaffrey has been an incredible trade.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2023, 10:35:56 PM
Game turned on its head a bit.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 14, 2023, 11:21:35 PM
Come on Seahawks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2023, 11:34:38 PM
You're a Cowboys man aren't you, mate?

Perhaps see you in the Championship game 😉

Definitely not enjoying this game so much now. Seahawks playing a lot better than I expected.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2023, 11:39:13 PM
Metcalf has been immense, fair play.

Bosa is a beast.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 15, 2023, 12:04:34 AM
Have just ground the dirty Hawks down.

Good to see Deebo looking fit and mean again.

Rampant now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 15, 2023, 08:44:48 AM
Feel like the Chargers always have a loaded roster and absolutely dreadful coaching
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on January 15, 2023, 09:16:21 AM
Feel like the Chargers always have a loaded roster and absolutely dreadful coaching

My son is a Jags fan and turned it off at 0-24. <facepalm>
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 15, 2023, 11:39:40 AM
You're a Cowboys man aren't you, mate?

Perhaps see you in the Championship game 😉

Definitely not enjoying this game so much now. Seahawks playing a lot better than I expected.

For my sins they’re the team that got my interest many years ago.
Although I have to add that there are a few teams I follow due to certain players

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 15, 2023, 01:30:46 PM
You're a Cowboys man aren't you, mate?

Perhaps see you in the Championship game 😉

Definitely not enjoying this game so much now. Seahawks playing a lot better than I expected.

For my sins they’re the team that got my interest many years ago.
Although I have to add that there are a few teams I follow due to certain players



If you're into your Cowboys history, Boys Will Be Boys is a great read. It's really well written by Jeff Pearlman, and focuses on their 90's dynasty.

I love the Cowboys 49ers rivalry. It's softened a bit over the years, but from my very biased point of view, it's the best in the NFL :D

I'm sure fans of many other teams would vehemently disagree with me, though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 15, 2023, 03:02:39 PM
Bears Packers rivalry was great until the last 30 years....

Quite like Ravens Steelers as a newer rivalry.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 15, 2023, 03:15:07 PM
Bears Packers rivalry was great until the last 30 years....

Quite like Ravens Steelers as a newer rivalry.

You guys and the Packers is the original rivalry. Hopefully reignited in your favour next season. Packers are definitely a shadow of their former selves.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 15, 2023, 05:30:25 PM
I’d have thought the Browns and Ravens would be the biggest rivalry given that the Ravens literally were the Browns
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 15, 2023, 06:26:16 PM
This looks like it is going to be a tad one sided
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 15, 2023, 06:28:35 PM
I’d have thought the Browns and Ravens would be the biggest rivalry given that the Ravens literally were the Browns

Browns have been shit for pretty much all of the Ravens' existence. Steelers have been their main rivals in winning the division.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 15, 2023, 07:15:51 PM
I’d have thought the Browns and Ravens would be the biggest rivalry given that the Ravens literally were the Browns

Browns have been shit for pretty much all of the Ravens' existence. Steelers have been their main rivals in winning the division.

That’s certainly true, mate, but given that the Ravens franchise was formally the Browns, but they couldn’t take the name ‘Browns’ so Cleveland had to start afresh must create a bit of needle in those games.

I’d forgotten about Atlanta and New Orleans, that’s always a tasty fixture
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 15, 2023, 07:52:00 PM
This looks like it is going to be a tad one sided

Or maybe not
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 15, 2023, 08:22:06 PM
This looks like it is going to be a tad one sided

Or maybe not
Dolphins lead.

This is some effort from a team with half the O line out and a third string QB.

Oh and missing first choice RB
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 15, 2023, 08:34:42 PM
This looks like it is going to be a tad one sided

Or maybe not
Dolphins lead.

This is some effort from a team with half the O line out and a third string QB.

It is. Mad momentum shift.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 15, 2023, 10:19:18 PM
Dolphins did well to keep it that close given what a disorganised rabble they looked on offense for most of the game. I know he's not their normal starter but getting snaps off in time shouldn't be that hard.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 16, 2023, 12:53:44 AM
Giants win

Bucs or Cowboys at home for the 49ers next. Very pleased with that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: pablo_picasso on January 16, 2023, 10:48:45 AM
What fabulous weekend of games...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 16, 2023, 10:54:12 AM
Yep - we can take either of them Axl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2023, 10:58:14 AM
Cowboys should win the final game but....well....y'know.....Brady
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 16, 2023, 11:13:20 AM
Yep - we can take either of them Axl.

Agreed mate! Cowboys will be a massive game, but home field advantage helps us, I think. Bucs would be preferable, but I think the Cowboys will beat them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 16, 2023, 02:41:11 PM
Cowboys should win the final game but....well....y'know.....Brady

I'm 5/5 with my predictions so far this weekend. I've gone with Cowboys tonight but I'm not that confident. Like you say, Brady.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 16, 2023, 02:43:15 PM
What fabulous weekend of games...

Yeah some games that were a lot closer than expected. There were a few blowouts last year which had people suggesting expanding the playoffs let in too many weaker teams.

The divisional round last season was the single best weekend of sporting action I've ever seen so let's see what it brings this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2023, 05:36:47 PM
Don't like Brady, but hope they beat the Cowboys.

Partly to improve Bears 2nd Round pick in fairness.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 17, 2023, 03:57:43 AM
Cowboys through
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 17, 2023, 08:14:45 AM
Cowboys through

Going to be an interesting game.
Prescott finding his form after injury is a bonus.

However, the 49ers are on a great run and I think they’ll edge it by a TD
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 17, 2023, 07:13:56 PM
Brady blown out, you love to see it
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 17, 2023, 09:25:50 PM
Did feel a bit for the Kicker. 4 missed extra points in a row!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 22, 2023, 04:15:25 AM
Eagles look pretty damn good.

Chiefs weren't that convincing.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2023, 07:44:20 AM
Jags will be kicking themselves. Really poor fumble late on when it looked like they were going to get back within 3. Having said which, their main issue was the defense failing to stop the Chiefs back up and Mahomes on one leg. Credit to KC is due but not sure they can win another two without Mahomes recovering.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2023, 02:32:07 PM
Chiefs are actually a bit more interesting to watch nowadays as they actually have a Defence and run the ball a bit. It's not just outscored their opponents due to Mahomes's brilliance.

Only chance for Giants was Hurts being injured and he wasn't.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 22, 2023, 04:45:30 PM
Eagles look pretty damn good.

Chiefs weren't that convincing.

The Chiefs are one of the teams I follow as Andy Reid is a brilliant coach and I love the Mahomes/Kelse connection.

If Mahomes can’t recover from that ankle injury I can’t see them getting past either the Bills or Bengals
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 22, 2023, 06:57:04 PM
Bengals by 5
Niners by 6

My predictions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 22, 2023, 07:56:47 PM
Did feel a bit for the Kicker. 4 missed extra points in a row!

He’s usually nailed on, too.
He was lucky that the Cowboys were cruising, but he’ll certainly feel pressure vrs the 49ers as that game will be much closer with the Cowboys, more than likely, playing catch up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2023, 10:26:58 PM
Yeah, Maher has had a good season.

Don't want to jinx it, but Gould is perfect in playoffs I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2023, 10:46:38 PM
Cinci dominating here. Fancy them to get back to the SB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 22, 2023, 10:50:43 PM
Am very disappointed in the Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 22, 2023, 10:56:29 PM
It's been a hiding.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 22, 2023, 10:59:30 PM
My Bills mate is gutted
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 22, 2023, 11:03:47 PM
Am very disappointed in the Bills.
The writing was on the wall with the way that they limped past the Dolphins last week.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2023, 11:08:54 PM
Mon e 49ers!

Maher missed a few in practice and Jerry Jones went out to talk to him.

Sure that will calm his nerves....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 12:35:28 AM
Dallas looking the better team so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 12:53:34 AM
Warner you beauty. Come on now!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 01:39:06 AM
This is far too stressful. Not happening for Purdy today. Not happening for our offense. But credit to Dallas, they've played well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 02:19:34 AM
Squeaky bum time
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 02:45:50 AM
Thank fuck for that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 23, 2023, 08:15:28 AM
Thank fuck for that.

Jammy devils, we wuz robbed 😂

Thought it would be close, just pleased we (Cowboys) didn’t fold.
In fairness the two best teams in the NFC will be in the play off final.
Tough call for the winner.

Think the Bengals will beat the Chiefs, unless Mahomes ankle isn’t as bad as thought. Even then it’s a tough one to call.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 23, 2023, 08:37:14 AM
Thank fuck for that.

A win is a win, especially in the postseason. Impressive not to concede a touchdown too.

I'm going Eagles Bengals SB
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 08:46:36 AM
Thank fuck for that.

A win is a win, especially in the postseason. Impressive not to concede a touchdown too.

I'm going Eagles Bengals SB

Head agrees. Heart says 49ers, but need more from Purdy against the Eagles. He's been so good though, so it's very harsh to criticise him in any way.

It was a bit of a bruising encounter! Old style.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 08:47:43 AM
Thank fuck for that.

Jammy devils, we wuz robbed 😂

Thought it would be close, just pleased we (Cowboys) didn’t fold.
In fairness the two best teams in the NFC will be in the play off final.
Tough call for the winner.

Think the Bengals will beat the Chiefs, unless Mahomes ankle isn’t as bad as thought. Even then it’s a tough one to call.

I thought you played really well, mate. Kept McCaffrey quiet apart from his TD
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2023, 09:16:23 AM
Sets it all up for 2 cracking Championship games.

If Mahomes isn't able to move around, you'd have to fancy the Bengals.

Do think 49ers need to improve to get past the Eagles. Particularly against their amazing pass rush (70 sacks this season!).
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 10:44:41 AM
Sets it all up for 2 cracking Championship games.

If Mahomes isn't able to move around, you'd have to fancy the Bengals.

Do think 49ers need to improve to get past the Eagles. Particularly against their amazing pass rush (70 sacks this season!).

Agree with all of this. 49ers are going to have to play very very well to beat the Eagles. If they do, I'd fancy them against the Bengals. The Chiefs would be all about revenge and that rarely ends well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 23, 2023, 03:07:21 PM
Going back to the pass rush thing, AD, maybe playing the Cowboys  was good practice for facing the Eagles?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 23, 2023, 03:27:55 PM
Am very disappointed in the Bills.

They were pretty rubbish

I really thought that this would finally be the year
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2023, 03:35:47 PM
Going back to the pass rush thing, AD, maybe playing the Cowboys  was good practice for facing the Eagles?

Aye, hopefully.

Think I'm jealous as we only got 20 sacks this year. Think our Rookie Safety Brisker lead us in sacks with a whopping 4.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 23, 2023, 06:04:43 PM
Thank fuck for that.

Jammy devils, we wuz robbed 😂

Thought it would be close, just pleased we (Cowboys) didn’t fold.
In fairness the two best teams in the NFC will be in the play off final.
Tough call for the winner.

Think the Bengals will beat the Chiefs, unless Mahomes ankle isn’t as bad as thought. Even then it’s a tough one to call.

I thought you played really well, mate. Kept McCaffrey quiet apart from his TD

Dak set/equaled the record for interceptions in a season and he missed several games!
So, I wonder if the Cowboys might go for a Quarterback in the draft?

He’s good, but he’s no Elway/Mahomes etc
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 23, 2023, 08:14:22 PM
Tricky with where the Cowboys are in the Draft. Imagine the top 4 QBs will be gone by then. Tanner McKee will probably be available; he's very much a pocket passer.

Think you're more likely to stick with Dak or move for one in free agency (Wentz will likely be available 😉)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 24, 2023, 08:15:01 AM
Tricky with where the Cowboys are in the Draft. Imagine the top 4 QBs will be gone by then. Tanner McKee will probably be available; he's very much a pocket passer.

Think you're more likely to stick with Dak or move for one in free agency (Wentz will likely be available 😉)

Agree, unless we trade away other picks to get further up.

Dak, on his day, is up there, but I think he might benefit from having a talented youngster in the wings waiting
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 24, 2023, 12:53:47 PM
Thank fuck for that.

A win is a win, especially in the postseason. Impressive not to concede a touchdown too.

I'm going Eagles Bengals SB

Head agrees. Heart says 49ers, but need more from Purdy against the Eagles. He's been so good though, so it's very harsh to criticise him in any way.

It was a bit of a bruising encounter! Old style.

Ditto
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 24, 2023, 01:41:00 PM
Was just looking at Spotrac. Dak has a 49M Cap hit next year, 52M in 2024!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 26, 2023, 12:33:26 PM
Getting a bit nervous about this Championship game now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 26, 2023, 12:46:47 PM
Getting a bit nervous about this Championship game now.

You should be, it will be a tough game.  Classic offense vs defense match-up.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 26, 2023, 12:49:16 PM
In fairness, Eagles have a pretty good Defence too....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 26, 2023, 12:53:29 PM
In fairness, Eagles have a pretty good Defence too....

Actually, I just looked, you are right.  Philadelphia allowed only 3 less per game than San Fran.   San Fran only scored 2 point less per game than Philly.

That will teach me for wandering into an NFC conversation.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 26, 2023, 12:56:13 PM
Getting a bit nervous about this Championship game now.

We need a big game from Deebo and CMC, plus Hurts to have an off night.
At the moment I'm SF 17 - 29 Philly
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 26, 2023, 01:09:00 PM
Getting a bit nervous about this Championship game now.

We need a big game from Deebo and CMC, plus Hurts to have an off night.
At the moment I'm SF 17 - 29 Philly

Both sat out training today. Should be fine, though according to Shanahan.

Hoping Bosa takes care of Hurts
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 26, 2023, 06:00:44 PM
Hopefully we get the dream 49ers Bengals Super Bowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 26, 2023, 10:49:46 PM
I'd like an Eagles-Bengals Super Bowl. Sorry Axl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 26, 2023, 11:13:02 PM
I'd like an Eagles-Bengals Super Bowl. Sorry Axl.

Haha. No problem mate! I know you just want a team in green to be there!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 27, 2023, 01:14:47 AM
One of my best mates in the world is an Eagles fan. I absolutely wouldn't begrudge him the win, especially as he's just had serious surgery, but they've won it in recent times, so I'm hoping it's our turn for now :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 27, 2023, 06:59:29 AM
I was just thinking that the 49ers win it all the time and realised it is nearly 30 years since they last did. Makes me feel old.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 27, 2023, 08:25:36 AM
You'd have to feel confident if it was a 49ers Bengals Super Bowl Axl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 27, 2023, 11:03:54 AM
It's definitely been a while, Meanwood! I was 11 or 12 the last time they won it, and defeat to the Chiefs a few years ago was a particularly difficult one to take. It was a huge chance to win, and I hope Shanahan has learnt from his conservative shitness in that game if we get there again. Can't really knock the bloke, though

AD, yes, would much prefer the Bengals if we were to get to the SB, but we owe the Chiefs big time. They battered us earlier on in the season, also.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 27, 2023, 01:09:26 PM
I'm going to say it Axl...if we beat the Eagles we will beat Chiefs/Bengals
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2023, 08:39:56 PM
I'm going to say it Axl...if we beat the Eagles we will beat Chiefs/Bengals

Been a rough first quarter, mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 29, 2023, 09:01:50 PM
I'm going to say it Axl...if we beat the Eagles we will beat Chiefs/Bengals

Been a rough first quarter, mate.

But the Eagles are going absolutely nowhere against the SF defense. SF will keep it tight till halftime, Purdy will be back in the 2nd and they will win quite comfortably I think.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 29, 2023, 09:11:48 PM
I was just thinking that the 49ers win it all the time and realised it is nearly 30 years since they last did. Makes me feel old.

Yeah, i remember them too as winning it all the time and never looking troubled, back in the 90s. Like Man Utd.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 29, 2023, 09:13:57 PM
I'd like an Eagles-Bengals Super Bowl. Sorry Axl.

Haha. No problem mate! I know you just want a team in green to be there!

Definitely that, but I've also stopped over in Philly quite a bit and the Holiday Inn at the airport has a shuttle bus to a local Irish bar so I've caught a few Eagles games there over the years. Good people and diehard Eagles fans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2023, 09:43:47 PM
Ill disciplined rabble, the Niners.

Not at all impressed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 29, 2023, 09:59:25 PM
Ill disciplined rabble, the Niners.

Not at all impressed

They were well disciplined for 75% of the first half, then just fell apart at the end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2023, 10:06:45 PM
Need a bit of a miracle now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2023, 10:27:20 PM
All over I reckon. Balls. So many penalties
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 29, 2023, 10:58:52 PM
Been an undisciplined performance from the 49ers.

Purdy injury really didn't help either.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2023, 11:02:57 PM
Been an undisciplined performance from the 49ers.

Purdy injury really didn't help either.


It's been awful, mate. Thankfully I have day off today. Can drown my sorrows with tea :D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 29, 2023, 11:05:40 PM
Aye, I'm off tomorrow too.

Imagine if Trey Lance turns out to be really good, 49ers would be unstoppable next year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 29, 2023, 11:45:35 PM
Disappointingly one sided game. Everything that could have gone wrong for 49ers did but Eagles didn't capitalise until that last couple of minutes before half time. That was the game and the second half was a waste of time.

Fair play to the Eagles though. That's two blowouts in the playoffs so far. Impressive stuff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2023, 12:17:26 AM
Disappointingly one sided game. Everything that could have gone wrong for 49ers did but Eagles didn't capitalise until that last couple of minutes before half time. That was the game and the second half was a waste of time.

Fair play to the Eagles though. That's two blowouts in the playoffs so far. Impressive stuff.

This. Very disappointed
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 30, 2023, 03:10:41 AM
Suspect that will be the last ever game Joseph Ossai plays for the Bengals.....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2023, 06:00:34 AM
https://www.90min.com/posts/-premier-league-teams-nfl-equivalents

Picked the right team, I suppose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 30, 2023, 01:03:21 PM
Suspect that will be the last ever game Joseph Ossai plays for the Bengals.....
The Bungles will always bungle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 30, 2023, 02:26:09 PM
The 49ers stunk up the joint last night.

All those penalties were Raiders-esque

However, gotsta love Trent Williams thinking 'feck this nonsense' and slamming the Eagles' player
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2023, 02:35:00 PM
The 49ers stunk up the joint last night.

All those penalties were Raiders-esque

However, gotsta love Trent Williams thinking 'feck this nonsense' and slamming the Eagles' player

I think he felt like all us 49ers fans did at that point.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 30, 2023, 04:10:22 PM
Gutted with last nights showing. As said, penalties killed us alongside the slight issue of not being able to throw the ball.
Big season next year...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 30, 2023, 04:15:56 PM
https://www.90min.com/posts/-premier-league-teams-nfl-equivalents

Picked the right team, I suppose.

Yep, we also lost to the Eagles this season. :( Too soon?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 31, 2023, 08:15:28 AM
https://www.90min.com/posts/-premier-league-teams-nfl-equivalents

Picked the right team, I suppose.

Yep, we also lost to the Eagles this season. :( Too soon?

Far too soon :D

Yep, gutted Rotterdam, mate.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 31, 2023, 11:35:25 AM
Chris Sims summed it up well; Niners were playing with one leg tied.
Also a long discussion on PFT about teams having to have a third QB suited up, although not included in match squad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 01, 2023, 02:08:28 PM
Brady retired, again.  Looks like for good this time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2023, 02:10:41 PM
In his announcement video, Brady looks about 25

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/35568868/tom-brady-says-retiring-football-good
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 01, 2023, 08:14:50 PM
They kept saying he was gonna go to the Raiders, but he'd have been massacred behind their OLine
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 01, 2023, 08:44:55 PM
They kept saying he was gonna go to the Raiders, but he'd have been massacred behind their OLine

With all the 49ers QBs injured, I thought TB12 might have one last season with his childhood team….with all the offensive weapons in place to make it to another Super Bowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on February 01, 2023, 10:02:30 PM
I read his kids are East Coast based so probably helped to make his mind up.

Anyway, a phenomenal career ends. He'll be on tv over there in no time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 10, 2023, 02:44:46 PM
Big game on Sunday....predictions?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 10, 2023, 02:45:52 PM
Hopefully history will be made and both will lose.

I'm still very bitter 😂

I fancy the Eagles to win it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on February 10, 2023, 04:13:48 PM
Eagles are favourite for sure and that's where the smart money would go....but Mahomes has been there before, could be an advantage.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on February 10, 2023, 06:18:43 PM
Would like the Chiefs to win it.
Andy Reid is a fantastic coach, and I love the Mahomes/Kelce link

That said, I think the Eagles will win
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 12, 2023, 11:30:41 PM
No one else watching the Super Duper Dish?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 12, 2023, 11:37:09 PM
Just flicked over now, hoping for an Eagles win. Think Rihanna might put on a decent half-time show.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 12, 2023, 11:47:49 PM
I'm going for the Eagles but that's because in West Philadelphia born and raised, on the playground was where I spent most of my days.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 12, 2023, 11:54:40 PM
Goal Philadephia Beagles!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 13, 2023, 12:05:46 AM
Boring start
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 13, 2023, 01:11:38 AM
I'm in Hooters. Drunk. Decent game but I've no emotion for this.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 13, 2023, 01:24:43 AM
I think we're all hoping for a DeVonta Smith TD and Pacheco monster run second half....

Well, I am for my bet.

Fancied Eagles pregame, but they've dominated more than I expected.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 13, 2023, 02:05:14 AM
Don't like the Eagles. I've decided. Some utter wankers here supporting them. If I wasn't a dad, and a husband, I'd fire extinguish them all 😂

Come on Kansas!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 13, 2023, 02:11:42 AM
Don't like the Eagles. I've decided. Some utter wankers here supporting them. If I wasn't a dad, and a husband, I'd fire extinguish them all 😂

Philly football fans aren't exactly known for their demure behaviour.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 13, 2023, 03:35:15 AM
Was hoping for Eagles win, as get bored by the same teams doing well, but Chiefs are worthy winners.

Last call was fecking sodt though.

Bears still no 1 and 2 on most sacks over a season :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 13, 2023, 03:38:07 AM
Do think Andy Reid is one of the great Offensive minds of all time in the NFL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Hillbilly on February 13, 2023, 04:01:03 AM
I notice it's the Superb Owl not the Superb Gibbon. Case closed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 13, 2023, 04:07:41 AM
Don't like the Eagles. I've decided. Some utter wankers here supporting them. If I wasn't a dad, and a husband, I'd fire extinguish them all 😂

Philly football fans aren't exactly known for their demure behaviour.

Haha. They were absolutely gutted at the end. Bless their little hearts.

Am still considering the fire extinguisher.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 13, 2023, 11:02:44 AM
Great game but that soft penalty really soured it for me. Completely killed a potentially exciting ending.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithesShin on February 13, 2023, 11:42:48 AM
Fantastic game, both QB were outstanding, but that penalty at the end seemed soft as fuck. Killed what could have been a really exciting last drive for Philly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 11, 2023, 03:08:00 PM
Bears Trade no. 1 overall pick to the Panthers.

Bears receive no. 9 pick, 2nd Round Pick (61), 2024 1st Round Pick, 2025 2nd Round Pick.

AND D.J. "Motherf*cking" Moore.

Quite pleased with that.

------

In other news, Aaron Rodgers looks near certain to be joining the New York Jets.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on March 11, 2023, 03:22:23 PM
Bears Trade no. 1 overall pick to the Panthers.

Bears receive no. 9 pick, 2nd Round Pick (61), 2024 1st Round Pick, 2025 2nd Round Pick.

AND D.J. "Motherf*cking" Moore.

Quite pleased with that.

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In other news, Aaron Rodgers looks near certain to be joining the New York Jets.

I think you've done well in the draft, mate.

Regarding Rodgers, as long as he doesn't end up with the 49ers, I'll be a happy man.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on March 11, 2023, 10:02:09 PM
Panthers to take CJ Stroud then.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 12, 2023, 08:01:38 AM
You'd think Panthers take Stroud, as they don't seem keen on Young.

Richardson is too much of a gamble this high up and Levis puts mayo in his coffee ; so clearly a deviant.

Bet you were happy with the 7 comp picks and 3 3rd Round Picks Axl!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on March 17, 2023, 02:36:30 PM
A bit gutted to see Jimmie Ward, Emmanuel Moseley and Azeez Al-Shaair leave to be honest
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 21, 2023, 07:38:26 PM
Still, jealous of your DLine with Hargrave added to it.

Our DLine is still pants at the moment.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on March 23, 2023, 02:24:48 AM
You'd think Panthers take Stroud, as they don't seem keen on Young.

Richardson is too much of a gamble this high up and Levis puts mayo in his coffee ; so clearly a deviant.

Bet you were happy with the 7 comp picks and 3 3rd Round Picks Axl!

Yes, pleased with that, mate. Hargrave was a nice surprise!

Who would you like the Bears to bring in?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 23, 2023, 07:35:35 AM
Wonder if we are hoping the Colts move for Lamar Jackson. If they do they'll could cut players like:-

DeForest Buckner DT
Ryan Kelly C
Kenny Moore Slot Corner

All would be nice.

Thinking we go OT (Paris Johnson or Broderick Jones) and DLine with our first 2 picks, unless they really fancy Devon Witherspoon or Christian Gonzalez at CB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 13, 2023, 07:50:48 PM
Looks like Snyder has agreed to sell the WFT for $6b

https://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/36179625/sources-snyders-deal-sell-washington-commanders

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on April 14, 2023, 06:48:48 AM
Looks like Snyder has agreed to sell the WFT for $6b

https://www.espn.co.uk/nfl/story/_/id/36179625/sources-snyders-deal-sell-washington-commanders



Some going for Snyder, that he might be the most loathsome of all the NFL Owners.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on April 14, 2023, 08:44:42 AM
I was speaking to a Washington fan about this earlier. He's hoping it goes ahead and coincides with a name change.

He's a stubborn old sod and refuses to call them the Commanders.

It is a shit name, I must say.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on April 14, 2023, 08:44:42 AM
As an NFL looker in the 80’s when channel 4 picked it up Washington was always my team but for a team that has achieved nothing for years and has been embroiled in all sorts from the standard of owners, the name change and the sexual harassment stuff that is a hell of a financial package
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on April 14, 2023, 08:49:24 AM
As an NFL looker in the 80’s when channel 4 picked it up Washington was always my team but for a team that has achieved nothing for years and has been embroiled in all sorts from the standard of owners, the name change and the sexual harassment stuff that is a hell of a financial package

I still have a Redskins starter jacket kind of thing that a student in Korea gave me when I finished a lecturing position there.

I remember asking her, 'why this team?' She pointed out that they were the English Premier League team I was always going on about.....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on April 28, 2023, 09:19:54 AM
Panthers take Bryce Young and Texans take CJ Stroud.

Pre-draft chatter was that Stroud might drop considerably further.

Panthers taking a risk on Young being able to avoid getting splattered.
If he can continue to avoid rushers, he’ll be fun to watch.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on April 28, 2023, 09:08:41 PM
Panthers take Bryce Young and Texans take CJ Stroud.

Pre-draft chatter was that Stroud might drop considerably further.

Panthers taking a risk on Young being able to avoid getting splattered.
If he can continue to avoid rushers, he’ll be fun to watch.

I’d read that he finish pretty low in some cognitive test and that people thought he had character issues, whatever that means
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on April 30, 2023, 11:40:41 PM
Happy with the business the Niners have done.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 01, 2023, 06:56:18 AM
Liked Bears 1st Round Pick. Wasn't mad on our picks on Day 2. Then loved our picks on day 3.

Lions made some odd picks.

Thought the Cowboys reached a lot too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on May 01, 2023, 08:27:39 AM
Happy with the business the Niners have done.

Yes
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on May 01, 2023, 11:58:04 AM
Happy with the business the Niners have done.

Yes

Really?  Most pundits rate the 49ers draft as one of the worst.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 01, 2023, 12:22:42 PM
I like Ji'Ayir Brown. Sounds like a poor man's Jaquan Brisker and he's ace.

Bit high for a Kicker, but he was the best rated one by far.

Latu should be a solid TE.

Recognise some of the other names, but not too much about them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on May 02, 2023, 12:30:20 PM
Happy with the business the Niners have done.

Yes

Really?  Most pundits rate the 49ers draft as one of the worst.

What do they know, really?? Lynch and Shanahan have their heads screwed on.

Get Lance fit and back in and it'll be a good season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on May 02, 2023, 04:17:45 PM
JJ Watt and his wife to invest in Burnley. https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/65451579

As Kealia enthused, "We went to Burnley, we visited the town and we just fell in love. It's such an incredible place."
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on May 02, 2023, 05:19:59 PM
As Kealia enthused, "We went to Burnley, we visited the town and we just fell in love. It's such an incredible place."

Well, they do live in Houston.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on May 02, 2023, 07:03:57 PM
Is there a link to find out which team did what in the draft. Only seem to find the main picks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 02, 2023, 07:19:02 PM
Is there a link to find out which team did what in the draft. Only seem to find the main picks


Just Wikipedia the 2023 NFL Draft and go to Player Selections.

You can arrange the order by team.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on May 02, 2023, 07:19:52 PM
As Kealia enthused, "We went to Burnley, we visited the town and we just fell in love. It's such an incredible place."

Well, they do live in Houston.

Get the feeling someone has watched the Wrexham doc and thought there’s a bandwagon to join in? Burnley incredible :-)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on May 02, 2023, 07:36:23 PM
As Kealia enthused, "We went to Burnley, we visited the town and we just fell in love. It's such an incredible place."

Well, they do live in Houston.

Ha, never been but have heard Houston is pretty sh!t.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on May 03, 2023, 08:21:59 AM
Is there a link to find out which team did what in the draft. Only seem to find the main picks


Just Wikipedia the 2023 NFL Draft and go to Player Selections.

You can arrange the order by team.

Cheers, bud
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on May 03, 2023, 08:34:32 AM
Zeke Elliot released by the Cowboys
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on May 05, 2023, 06:04:33 AM
As Kealia enthused, "We went to Burnley, we visited the town and we just fell in love. It's such an incredible place."

Well, they do live in Houston.

Ha, never been but have heard Houston is pretty sh!t.

There was a great bar downtown, but I forget the name. Flying Saucer or something.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 05, 2023, 03:40:22 PM
I rode the city bus from my hotel near the baseball stadium to the football stadium for a couple of games.

I appeared to be the only spectator doing this. Everyone else on the bus was working at the game
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on May 10, 2023, 02:17:56 PM
Da Bears have a nice schedule for next season, hoping for something like a 10-7 year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on May 13, 2023, 10:33:25 AM
Looks like Washington are finally getting away from Snyder for thick of 5bn
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 14, 2023, 08:31:23 AM
Looks like Washington are finally getting away from Snyder for thick of 5bn

Pleased for them. Must have been awful having him as owner.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 14, 2023, 02:31:36 PM
My tickets for the Wembley game have gone up to Ł150 each.

So, for the first time since regular season games came to London, I'm not buying.

We're still planning to do the two Tottingham games, on the basis that they should be about two thirds the cost
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on May 14, 2023, 02:39:37 PM
I was disappointed that the 49ers aren't playing in London this coming season. It's about time they did
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 14, 2023, 02:50:07 PM
I was disappointed that the 49ers aren't playing in London this coming season. It's about time they did

It's been a decade since they were last over, so another visit soon would seem likely
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on May 19, 2023, 09:54:30 PM
Jim Brown, dead at 87
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on May 20, 2023, 08:07:00 AM
Great player and best Fullback of all time. Even better than Bronko Nagurski.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on June 13, 2023, 12:20:55 PM
Just renewed my tickets for the games @ Spurs

As expected, about 2/3 the price of Wemberleee
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on July 15, 2023, 10:22:00 PM
Jets have been picked for Hard Knocks. Not sure why it took so long to decide which team would be selected.

Rodgers is said to be pissed off about it, so every cloud....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on August 15, 2023, 11:40:02 AM
Battered by the Raiders, but great support. Not Blues in Bruges levels, but oh well.

https://twitter.com/OurSf49ers/status/1690823673375014912?t=okhoHuaBb_3mYeYatwyD5Q&s=19

Trey looked rusty, as expected.

Looking forward to the new season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on August 15, 2023, 11:53:56 AM
Yes. 49ers fan on Scottish Football Forum I go on, said that Lance should have been picked off 3 times, including on his TD pass.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on August 26, 2023, 01:55:20 AM
Trey being sent to the Cowboys

Stupid from the Niners. I'm not a massive Shanahan fan. In fact I wish he'd fuck off

Sam Darnold...fucking hell

I'm a very unamused 49ers fan this morning.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on August 26, 2023, 11:17:26 AM
Shananhan was spouting some drivel this week that the move for Trey was to keep the QB costings low due to his rookie contract, and suggested that Trey was just used as such. Question would be, why trade up for him if he wasn't going to used and it was always Jimmy G.

I like Purdy and Darnold as back up. Wouldn't surprise me if Sam starts...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on August 27, 2023, 12:31:07 AM
I'm not amused at all, mate. I do like Brock, but I would have started Trey, with Purdy as back up for now. After his injury and all that.

We haven't been on it at all in pre season. Getting rid of Trey, and Robbie Gould, also. Bosa needs to sign his new contract soon, as I can see that dragging on and bringing problems.

Shanahan definitely won't be bringing a Super Bowl back to San Francisco. I hate his dreary post match ramblings.

Am not optimistic about the Steelers opener, currently. Oh well, I'm sure it'll be ok 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on August 27, 2023, 12:43:08 PM
Notre Dame ultras in Dublin yesterday, a bit more organised than most. https://twitter.com/MattFiasco/status/1695401310126759991
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on August 27, 2023, 12:53:21 PM
Notre Dame ultras in Dublin yesterday, a bit more organised than most. https://twitter.com/MattFiasco/status/1695401310126759991

Urgh

Notre Dame

At least they seemed reasonably behaved
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 07, 2023, 07:17:58 AM
Bosa signs. That's massive for us.

Anyway, new season's upon us. Predictions?

Superbowl - heart says Niners, head says Eagles

Dark Horses - Lions / Jets / Ravens

Teams I'd like to see do well (other than my own) - Lions / Bears / Bills

Teams I'd like to see disappear - Packers/ Chiefs / Patriots / Rams
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 07, 2023, 07:27:45 AM
NFL is back! Chiefs Lions tonight. Sounds like Chris Jones is holding out and won't play, so expect the DEF to be bad. Reports of an unhappy camp for the Lions, so who knows with them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 07, 2023, 07:33:11 AM
Super Bowl:- Eagles

Dark Horses:- Cowboys / 49ers

Teams I'd like to see do well:- Chargers / Falcons / Bears (obviously)

Teams I'd like to see disappear:- Patriots / Packers / Chiefs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 07, 2023, 08:01:39 AM
Super Bowl:- Eagles

Dark Horses:- Cowboys / 49ers

Teams I'd like to see do well:- Chargers / Falcons / Bears (obviously)

Teams I'd like to see disappear:- Patriots / Packers / Chiefs

:D

Have amended the original post regarding teams you'd like to see do well.

Fancy the Chiefs to beat the Lions, but you never know in the opening game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 07, 2023, 10:24:42 AM
Pre-season has passed me by this year, but I expect that I'm pretty safe in predicting that the Raiders will be crap
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 07, 2023, 11:21:19 AM
Bosa! Bosa! Bosa!

Super Bowl:- Chiefs beat Niners again

Dark Horses:- Cowboys / Ravens

Teams I'd like to see do well:-  Broncos / Bears / Miami

Teams I'd like to see disappear:- Patriots / Seattle / Chiefs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on September 07, 2023, 02:45:05 PM
Pre-season has passed me by this year, but I expect that I'm pretty safe in predicting that the Raiders will be crap

I’m gonna say the same with Washington
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 07, 2023, 06:36:52 PM
Pleasing to see so many other Chiefs haters out there.
That tomahawk chop thing can fuck off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 07, 2023, 06:56:50 PM
Jags-Lions superbowl. You heard it here first.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 07, 2023, 08:18:40 PM
Should be a million points tonight. Mahomes on one side and no Chris Jones, so Chiefs DEF probably won't be very good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on September 07, 2023, 08:22:20 PM
Trey being sent to the Cowboys

Stupid from the Niners. I'm not a massive Shanahan fan. In fact I wish he'd fuck off

Sam Darnold...fucking hell

I'm a very unamused 49ers fan this morning.

What’s he like?
Don’t know a great deal, but I assume he’s coming as back up to Dak rather than replacing
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on September 07, 2023, 08:24:39 PM
What’s with the Chiefs hating?
Great team and brilliant coach.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on September 07, 2023, 09:38:14 PM
SB Bengals beat 49ers

Dark Horses Jets, Lions

Teams I'd love to do well apart from Da Bears.....Chargers, Bills

Teams I'd like to see implode Packers, Cowboys
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 08, 2023, 02:10:14 AM
Trey being sent to the Cowboys

Stupid from the Niners. I'm not a massive Shanahan fan. In fact I wish he'd fuck off

Sam Darnold...fucking hell

I'm a very unamused 49ers fan this morning.

What’s he like?
Don’t know a great deal, but I assume he’s coming as back up to Dak rather than replacing

I'm not sure really, mate. If I'm being honest, as he never really got to play many games.

Huge potential. Wish he had stayed

Lions playing well so far. Bit of a mad stat, here:

https://twitter.com/johnbreech/status/1699954787708461087?t=_2dKuWpJ_uKrfvBBJaze5A&s=19
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 08, 2023, 03:22:36 AM
I love the Lions. Not quite as much as I love the Niners, but still.

They might end up beating the Chiefs here. Well, if the officials showed a bit of consistency anyway. Arrowhead is a bit like Anfield and Old Trafford in the way that the Chiefs get all the decisions and seem to get away with doing what they want. ******
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 08, 2023, 04:05:34 AM
Lions 21-20 up with seven minutes left in the 4th.

Come on!

And Chiefs forced to punt. Lions have the ball back. I think they're going to win. Great performance here.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 08, 2023, 04:25:55 AM
Great win.


(https://i.ibb.co/N2NkXGg/20230908-144808.jpg) (https://ibb.co/N2NkXGg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 08, 2023, 04:11:25 PM
Difficult to hate the Lions, even if they are in our division.

No Kelce and Chris Jones clearly hurts the Chiefs, almost as much as Nagy calling the Offensive plays and Kedarius Toney betting on the Lions (rumour I've made up).

Fair play to the Lions though, they constantly pressured Mahomes.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 11, 2023, 12:31:53 AM
Bears Ownership transferred from Rodgers to Love.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 11, 2023, 02:35:59 AM
Very pleasantly surprised by the Niners.

I have a tendency to be negative (as everyone can probably tell 😂 )but I was starting to get fed up of Shanahan, and felt a change might be for the best.

As usual, and I know it's only one game of football, but I was wrong. That's one of the best first half performances I've seen from a Niners team for many a season. Fucking powerful.


I'm a massive Ayuk fan and think he goes under the radar a little bit, when plaudits are being dished out to Deebo, McCaffrey, Kittle etc. He seems to have a telepathic understanding with Brock, also.

Yes, massive pleased. As for the Steelers, deary me. 20-0 down and waving those little scarves?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on September 11, 2023, 12:10:24 PM
We were excellent Axl. Sunday evening was very pleasant.
Moody, the new kicker looked very good.
CmC class.
Defense awesome.
All got involved.

I would have taken Brock and CmC out a bit earlier and wrapped them in cotton wool.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 12, 2023, 02:41:07 AM
I must admit that I did laugh when Rodgers had to go off after the first drive.

Serves him right for being a massive wanker.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 12, 2023, 03:53:08 AM
Fair play to the Jets, though.

I can stomach them with Wilson at QB.

They're going to win this I reckon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 12, 2023, 04:26:27 AM
Well done, Jets.

Deserved that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 12, 2023, 08:17:22 AM
Rodgers likely out for the season.

The Jets are cursed.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 12, 2023, 09:15:03 AM
Rodgers likely out for the season.

The Jets are cursed.

Think Packers 1st Rounder from Jeys was conditional on him playing a % of their games?

Ideally the Jets win loads of games and Rodgers doesn't play in them.

That Garrett Wilson catch was brilliant.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on September 12, 2023, 09:33:57 AM
Rodgers needed to play 60% of the snaps this season for the Packers to receive a 1st round pick.  Otherwise they get a second round pick.

The Jets surrounded Rodgers with skill players but ignored the O lne.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on September 12, 2023, 11:46:21 AM
Jordan Love was impressive. He won't be in the same stratosphere of peak Rodgers or Favre, but with a strong run game and solid pieces built around him, i think hes more than good enough for Green Bay to compete going forward
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on September 12, 2023, 12:37:07 PM
Love was impressive albeit against a truly shocking Bears team. We’d be lucky to get 3 in a row of HOF QB’s but we have followed a process that worked with Rodgers when he took over from Favre, so perhaps we might. That said this season we look some distance behind the 9ers so maybe we should look to keep up with an impressive looking Lions team for now in our division and see what happens over the next couple of years with Love.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 12, 2023, 12:53:21 PM
Have to see how Love holds up against a decent pass rush, which frankly Da Bears do not have.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 18, 2023, 09:32:29 AM
Seems the bears are starting to hit Cleveland levels of ineptness with 12 losses in a row.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 18, 2023, 11:12:48 AM
Yep, I called us the New Cleveland Browns on another Forum.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 18, 2023, 08:49:17 PM
Nice to see the Dolphins twist the knife into the Pats again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on September 18, 2023, 09:04:03 PM
Dallas defence looking good
7 shut outs in 8 quarters
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 20, 2023, 06:35:25 AM
Dallas defence looking good
7 shut outs in 8 quarters

Looking very good, mate.

Very pleased to beat the Rams. Again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 20, 2023, 07:10:33 AM
Cowboys look very good so far. Parsons is on fire.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 22, 2023, 05:05:25 AM
The Giants look as poor as the Cowboys look good.

A Niners win means the world after Villa's ineptitude.

Deeeeeeebo!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 24, 2023, 09:21:18 PM
Broncos 20 - 70 Dolphins.

It's Tui time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 24, 2023, 09:24:31 PM
Broncos 20 - 70 (SEVENTY) Dolphins.

FTFY
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on September 24, 2023, 09:26:05 PM
I see the Jets still managed to lose to the Patriots. :(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on September 24, 2023, 09:30:08 PM
Broncos 20 - 70 (SEVENTY) Dolphins.

FTFY
Thanks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on September 24, 2023, 09:44:06 PM
Broncos 20 - 70 Dolphins.

It's Tui time.

Wow. What a victory! Good stuff, mate!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2023, 03:55:00 PM
Next week is Bears v Broncos in the race for number one draft pick next season. So at least only one team can go 0-16 this season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 25, 2023, 04:00:08 PM
Next week is Bears v Broncos in the race for number one draft pick next season. So at least only one team can go 0-16 this season.

We could be the first 0-17 team!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on September 25, 2023, 04:14:31 PM
Next week is Bears v Broncos in the race for number one draft pick next season. So at least only one team can go 0-16 this season.

We could be the first 0-17 team!

Extra game this season? Should we celebrate like we won if we let in less then 20?

If we did that, we would have the record for longest streak.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 25, 2023, 04:22:26 PM
Yeah, has been a 17 game season for a few years now.

If we don't win a game this season, we'd set an NFL record for consecutive losses.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2023, 04:28:11 PM
Is anyone else going to the games at Tottingham ?

We're skipping Wembley this year. It'll be the first regular season London game that my mate has missed (I've missed two)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 28, 2023, 04:47:56 PM
I'm going to Wembley but not Tottenham. Would prefer Tottenham but harder to get tickets.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 28, 2023, 05:04:43 PM
I’m going to Wembley with my son for
My first ever NFL game, quite looking forward to it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 28, 2023, 07:33:50 PM
I’m going to Wembley with my son for
My first ever NFL game, quite looking forward to it.

Enjoy. I think it is better watching in the stadium than on TV. Not having adverts rammed down your throat makes the breaks in game more bearable. DUUUUUUYVALLLLLL!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on September 28, 2023, 07:34:25 PM
(This might make more sense after you have been to a Jags game)
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 28, 2023, 07:39:49 PM
I’m going to Wembley with my son for
My first ever NFL game, quite looking forward to it.

Sure you'll have a great time, my wife isn't a fan of sport, but enjoyed going to NFL (much more than Football). Nice atmosphere and never known any trouble.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 28, 2023, 07:40:33 PM
Planning to go to a game in 2024, by which time Da Bears and Raiders are both bound to be ace....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 28, 2023, 08:39:29 PM
(This might make more sense after you have been to a Jags game)

My son is a big Jags fan and I’ve been meaning to ask him about that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on September 28, 2023, 08:41:05 PM
I’m going to Wembley with my son for
My first ever NFL game, quite looking forward to it.

Sure you'll have a great time, my wife isn't a fan of sport, but enjoyed going to NFL (much more than Football). Nice atmosphere and never known any trouble.

Yep looking fwd to it, Brighton game with son on Saturday, sampling the fleshpots of Gerrards Cross (ha) on Saturday night then onto Wembley on Sunday, should be good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on September 28, 2023, 08:44:35 PM
Broncos 20 - 70 Dolphins.

It's Tui time.

Could have broke the all time single game scoring record but bailed out
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on September 29, 2023, 12:20:18 PM
Still held by Bears. 73-0 against Washington in the NFL Championship game.

Should have been more, but they started to run out of balls and asked us not to kick any more extra points.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 01, 2023, 08:39:56 AM
Lovely to see the Lions doing well

Packers squashed. As should always be the way.
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 01, 2023, 11:58:33 AM
Hope Lions win the division. Buccs have won it more recently than them.

Packers season is all about blooding the youngsters on Offence.
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Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 01, 2023, 01:09:38 PM
Looking forward to Dolphins @ Bills later. Could go a long way to deciding the division already.
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Post by: Axl Rose on October 01, 2023, 02:35:56 PM
Looking forward to Dolphins @ Bills later. Could go a long way to deciding the division already.

That'll be a cracker, mate. Would love a Dolphins 49ers Super Bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 01, 2023, 05:09:07 PM
Looking forward to Dolphins @ Bills later. Could go a long way to deciding the division already.

That'll be a cracker, mate. Would love a Dolphins 49ers Super Bowl.
We can but dream.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 01, 2023, 06:48:28 PM
Proper shootout this. 14-14 just into the 2nd quarter.
1 Incompletion in 20 odd attempts across the two quarterbacks.
TD on every possession.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on October 01, 2023, 07:25:35 PM
The Bills might put 70 on the Dolphins.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on October 01, 2023, 08:02:25 PM
The Bills might put 70 on the Dolphins.
That end to the 1st half was a shocker / wake up call.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 01, 2023, 08:36:06 PM
Looking forward to see the Biils next week
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 01, 2023, 08:37:35 PM
The Bills might put 70 on the Dolphins.

To score 70 one week and possibly concede 50+ the next is quite some turnaround
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 01, 2023, 09:14:38 PM
Ffs Bears are we ever going to win a game?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 01, 2023, 10:05:58 PM
How good is McCaffrey? Fucking hell.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 02, 2023, 05:50:48 AM
Ffs Bears are we ever going to win a game?

Complete panic when ahead, just tried to run it out when everyone knows what's coming. Hopeless coaching.

Claypool and Foreman not picked.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 02, 2023, 07:12:55 AM
Ffs Bears are we ever going to win a game?

Complete panic when ahead, just tried to run it out when everyone knows what's coming. Hopeless coaching.

Claypool and Foreman not picked.
Ffs Bears are we ever going to win a game?

Complete panic when ahead, just tried to run it out when everyone knows what's coming. Hopeless coaching.

Claypool and Foreman not picked.

I can't stand Eberflus hope they get rid soon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 02, 2023, 09:09:24 AM
Good trip to Wembley yesterday, although the game was quite one sided. Falcons looked dreadful. Jags should have done better than one offensive touchdown but didn't need any more.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 02, 2023, 09:18:15 AM
Ffs Bears are we ever going to win a game?

Complete panic when ahead, just tried to run it out when everyone knows what's coming. Hopeless coaching.

Claypool and Foreman not picked.
Ffs Bears are we ever going to win a game?

Complete panic when ahead, just tried to run it out when everyone knows what's coming. Hopeless coaching.

Claypool and Foreman not picked.

I can't stand Eberflus hope they get rid soon.

He needs to go, mate. Dreadful.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 02, 2023, 09:29:48 AM
Clevacago Brears definitely happening this season then. What a fourth quarter to throw it away in.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 02, 2023, 10:29:30 AM
Good trip to Wembley yesterday, although the game was quite one sided. Falcons looked dreadful. Jags should have done better than one offensive touchdown but didn't need any more.

Same here, my first NFL game and really enjoyed it. Was worried it was going to drag a bit but it absolutely flew by and it was great to watch the ebb and flow. Thoroughly professional performance by the Jags in managing the clock and the game generally but in Football you’d describe that as a comfortable 3-1 home win without getting out of second gear. Tough game for the Jags next week with what looked like an on fire Bills.

Oh and the 6 German lads sat next to me will have had very sore heads this morning judging by the beers they got through.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 03, 2023, 12:56:16 AM
How tiresome are the Taylor Swift/Chiefs stories.

I can't stand either of them, so hopefully it'll all end in tears.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 03, 2023, 07:04:29 AM
Chiefs are up there with the Packers for getting away with murder, definitely favoured by officials.

Some of the non-holding calls against the Jets were ridiculous.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 05, 2023, 06:55:40 AM
You lucky Devils, Da Bears are the Thursday night game this week.

At least they won't ruin my Sunday for a change.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 06, 2023, 07:42:51 AM
Jim Thorpe, John Riggins, Secretary of Defence. Your boys took a hell of a beating!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 06, 2023, 08:14:51 AM
Jim Thorpe, John Riggins, Secretary of Defence. Your boys took a hell of a beating!

Can we kill a team legend on the day of every match? Not just our first win but the first time they haven't let in 25 points or over in a match as well during that time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 06, 2023, 10:07:34 AM
And the first Washington TD was dodgy, no way that was PI.

Seems like DJ Moore got 230 yards and 3 TDs, but was erroneously said to have stepped out of play on that other one too.

Seems like we win ever year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 06, 2023, 04:24:46 PM
Well done, chaps! A nice win!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 07, 2023, 10:04:36 PM
Stick it up your arse Texas! Boomer Sooner.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 08, 2023, 02:59:10 PM
Bloody warm in Tottingham this afternoon
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2023, 12:44:36 AM
Dreadfully hungover, chuffed for the Lions and now ready to watch the Niners Cowboys game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2023, 03:27:42 AM
I love Aiyuk. Probably my current favourite 49er
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2023, 04:05:42 AM
Dak will be replaced by Lance, soon. I don't get the hype with Prescott at all. But then I'm not watching the Cowboys week in week out, so probably miss all the good things he does.

Niners looking really good. Not even out of third gear here. Fred Warner is fucking brilliant.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 09, 2023, 08:26:03 AM
Dak will be replaced by Lance, soon. I don't get the hype with Prescott at all. But then I'm not watching the Cowboys week in week out, so probably miss all the good things he does.

Niners looking really good. Not even out of third gear here. Fred Warner is fucking brilliant.

Prescott is an odd one, on his day he’s brilliant, but I would really like a ‘Mahomes’ type.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2023, 09:10:59 AM
Prescott definitely has hints of Cousins. Has lovely passing stats, but goes to pieces in big games.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 09, 2023, 09:31:05 AM
We almost fecked up yesterday by leaving after Jax went 25-13.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 09, 2023, 10:26:14 AM
Loved the Niners battering the Cowboys; they looked shell shocked.
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Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2023, 10:34:00 AM
Loved the Niners battering the Cowboys; they looked shell shocked.

I thought that too, mate.

There were a lot of Cowboys players with their heads in their hands at various points. Prescott in particular.

It would be very 49erish to go and lose in Cleveland now!

All my pre season doubts have evaportaed. We look very good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 09, 2023, 10:58:44 AM
Fair play to Purdy, he's been very accurate at QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 09, 2023, 11:11:38 AM
He's looking like a Rolls Royce of a player.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on October 10, 2023, 12:13:40 PM
Seems the Packers no longer have a good QB....shame
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 10, 2023, 03:36:06 PM
Isn't Jimmy Garoppolo a beautiful human being? This has nothing to do with his 4-1 record against the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 10, 2023, 03:39:44 PM
Isn't Jimmy Garoppolo a beautiful human being? This has nothing to do with his 4-1 record against the Packers.

😂

I did miss Jimmy G for a little while, but can never forgive him for that Super Bowl performance against the Chiefs
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 10, 2023, 03:45:02 PM
It is funny how many Packers fans just assumed they would have another Hall of Fame QB straight away. Like they grow on trees.

Still, this year is just about developing their young players on Offence really.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 11, 2023, 10:14:57 AM
Anyone else going to the second Tottingham game ?
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Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2023, 08:23:18 AM
Not me, enjoy yourself and hope you get a better game than the Jags ones, that have been a but one-sided.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 12, 2023, 08:36:18 AM
Seems the Packers no longer have a good QB....shame

He might not be a good QB, but he might be a decent human being which it turns out the last two don't seem to be.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 12, 2023, 12:58:30 PM
Not thrilled at Thursday night's offering. The Chiefs against the Broncos, the latter having possibly the worst Defence in the NFL right now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 13, 2023, 10:34:04 PM
Loved the Niners battering the Cowboys; they looked shell shocked.

I thought that too, mate.

There were a lot of Cowboys players with their heads in their hands at various points. Prescott in particular.

It would be very 49erish to go and lose in Cleveland now!

All my pre season doubts have evaportaed. We look very good.

I didn’t like it at all 😂
Already it looks like an Eagles vrs 49ers for the NFC final
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Post by: Axl Rose on October 14, 2023, 12:31:46 AM
Long way to go and all that, mate 😂

The Eagles have a very tough run of games from early November-mid December.


(https://i.ibb.co/8DPKzF4/Screenshot-20231014-083007.png) (https://ibb.co/8DPKzF4)


If they come through that unscathed, I think they'll win the Super Bowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 14, 2023, 06:31:17 AM
Cowboys had been my dark horse for Super Bowl, but looking less likely at the moment.

49ers, Eagles and maybe Lions for NFC. Dolphins and not so impressive Chiefs and Bills in the AFC.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 14, 2023, 07:10:41 AM
You could well be right, mate.

Of course, I'm quietly confident currently that the 49ers are going to be there or thereabouts (channelling my inner Bruce there!) at the end of the season, but am scared to get too carried away.

My mate is a big Jaguars fan, and he's tipping them for the Super Bowl. 😂
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Post by: AV82EC on October 14, 2023, 01:24:41 PM
You could well be right, mate.

Of course, I'm quietly confident currently that the 49ers are going to be there or thereabouts (channelling my inner Bruce there!) at the end of the season, but am scared to get too carried away.

My mate is a big Jaguars fan, and he's tipping them for the Super Bowl. 😂

I’ve been converted to the Jags cause by my son and even I’d say that’s probably ambitious!! Think we can do play offs again but the issue will be defence as the offence seems to be really starting to click.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 14, 2023, 01:37:24 PM
Jags should make Playoffs, but don't really seem them as major contenders this year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on October 14, 2023, 01:40:43 PM
I tipped Jags Lions superbowl. It's ideal because it makes it sounds like I'm joking but I'll be a genius if it comes to pass.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 15, 2023, 09:32:34 PM
Moody misses the FG and the Browns win. Bollocks.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on October 15, 2023, 10:04:06 PM
Great to see Dirty Leeds lose.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 15, 2023, 10:21:00 PM
Pretty good game at Spurs today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on October 15, 2023, 10:26:00 PM
Pretty good game at Spurs today.

Makes a change
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 15, 2023, 11:00:58 PM
Great to see Dirty Leeds lose.

😂 Enjoy it.

It doesn't happen very often.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 16, 2023, 10:10:57 AM
Moody misses the FG and the Browns win. Bollocks.

My sentiments as well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 16, 2023, 11:02:48 AM
Moody misses the FG and the Browns win. Bollocks.

My sentiments as well.

Utter shite, mate. But if Moody kicks that FG, it looks like a ground out win on the road. Fine margins and all that.

We were so sloppy. Hopefully CMC and Deebo are ok.
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Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 16, 2023, 11:11:46 AM
Jets hand the Eagles their first loss of the season. :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 16, 2023, 11:22:46 AM
Jets hand the Eagles their first loss of the season. :)

Really played well, mate! Good stuff. Hopefully it cheered you somewhat after the rugby.

A few gutted chaps at work today.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on October 16, 2023, 11:34:14 AM
Jets hand the Eagles their first loss of the season. :)

Really played well, mate! Good stuff. Hopefully it cheered you somewhat after the rugby.

Not really, but seeing Liam Neeson supporting the J-E-T-S made me smile.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12634495/Lea-Michele-Liam-Neeson-crowd-New-York-Jets.html

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 16, 2023, 11:53:59 AM
Moody misses the FG and the Browns win. Bollocks.

My sentiments as well.

Utter shite, mate. But if Moody kicks that FG, it looks like a ground out win on the road. Fine margins and all that.

We were so sloppy. Hopefully CMC and Deebo are ok.

We just didn't get going. Moody was due a miss having been 100% so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 16, 2023, 11:59:42 AM
The end of the Patriots game was absolutely delightful.

Devante Parker drops a dolly of a catch.

Then Delay if Game.

Mac Jones sacked in his own endzone for the Safety.

Glorious.

Very impressive wins for the Jets without Aaron Rodgers and Browns without DeShaun Watson and Nick Chubb.

Think no winless teams left.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on October 16, 2023, 01:59:12 PM

Think no winless teams left.

Just the Panthers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 16, 2023, 02:08:52 PM

Think no winless teams left.

Just the Panthers.

They should have a win secured by the 11th November.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 16, 2023, 03:17:57 PM
Nothing personal, but happy for Panthers to go 0-17 and give us the top pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 18, 2023, 08:00:20 AM
Bit of needle pre game Cowboys v Chargers

https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/superbowl/12985988/mass-brawl-breaks-out-between-dallas-cowboys-and-los-angeles-chargers-pre-game

Cowboys back to winning ways
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 22, 2023, 09:25:34 PM
Slight bit of a shock result for the Bears today?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 22, 2023, 09:33:42 PM
Slight bit of a shock result for the Bears today?

What a day!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on October 23, 2023, 10:37:29 AM
Slight bit of a shock result for the Bears today?

Not really. My Raiders are just as rubbish/inconsistent
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 23, 2023, 05:34:34 PM
Half our OLine and Fields out, so I was surprised we ran the ball so well.

Nice to see the Packers lose again, in spite of a dead jammy touchdown.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 24, 2023, 02:50:12 AM
49ers have suddenly become rubbish.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on October 24, 2023, 09:23:23 AM
Did you start the match thread on some NFL forum?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 24, 2023, 10:57:16 AM
Niners D line gone to pot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 24, 2023, 11:41:27 AM
Did you start the match thread on some NFL forum?

Haha. No mate, why?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 24, 2023, 11:42:45 AM
Niners D line gone to pot.

Haven't they just. Absolutely shite.

Not amused at all. Since beating the Cowboys, they've been dreadful. Moody looks way out of his depth, and I'm curious why Robbie wasn't kept on.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 24, 2023, 01:29:42 PM
Assume they'd have had to pay Gould a lot more than  arookie kicker.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on October 24, 2023, 04:40:27 PM
Niners D line gone to pot.

Haven't they just. Absolutely shite.

Not amused at all. Since beating the Cowboys, they've been dreadful. Moody looks way out of his depth, and I'm curious why Robbie wasn't kept on.

The Cowboys are Gods team, mate, beat them at your peril 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 25, 2023, 04:29:35 AM
Niners D line gone to pot.

Haven't they just. Absolutely shite.

Not amused at all. Since beating the Cowboys, they've been dreadful. Moody looks way out of his depth, and I'm curious why Robbie wasn't kept on.

The Cowboys are Gods team, mate, beat them at your peril 😂

It's looking that way, isn't it :D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 30, 2023, 06:11:58 AM
Thank god I've got the Villa to rely on now the 49ers have slumped
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on October 30, 2023, 07:49:52 AM
Thank god I've got the Villa to rely on now the 49ers have slumped

At least you’re not a Chiefs fan this morning. 😂😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on October 30, 2023, 10:36:52 AM
Thank god I've got the Villa to rely on now the 49ers have slumped

I can't just be Deebo and Trent being missing.

Kyle run out of ideas?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 30, 2023, 10:39:59 AM
Thank god I've got the Villa to rely on now the 49ers have slumped

I can't just be Deebo and Trent being missing.

Kyle run out of ideas?

Bye week is coming and I fancy the defensive coordinator to be booted.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on October 30, 2023, 02:49:01 PM
Not the most thrilling Bears performance against the Chargers.

Defence has been pretty decent over last few weeks, but suddenly forgot how to tackle.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on October 30, 2023, 03:07:16 PM
Thank god I've got the Villa to rely on now the 49ers have slumped

At least you’re not a Chiefs fan this morning. 😂😂

Haha. What a shock that was, mate
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 05, 2023, 06:04:29 PM
https://twitter.com/NFL/status/1721194806930489463?s=20

Funny how this is described as a lateral when he passes it completely backwards
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 05, 2023, 08:33:57 PM
Texans kicker is injured so they're going for it on 4th down in field goal territory and going for two after each TD. Going well for them so far
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 05, 2023, 08:52:55 PM
And now a running back kicks a field goal
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on November 05, 2023, 08:55:51 PM
Texans kicker is injured so they're going for it on 4th down in field goal territory and going for two after each TD. Going well for them so far

Only one kicker in the squad? I thought most teams had backups for all positions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 05, 2023, 10:16:16 PM
I think kickers can get cut and recruited at pretty short notice but it does seem a dereliction of duty not to have a second one on the sidelines in case of emergency.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 06, 2023, 09:35:56 AM
Enjoyed the Cowboys Eagles game. Not ridiculously high scoring, as both teams have some good players on Defence.

Makes it more exciting for me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 08, 2023, 02:16:24 PM
Texans kicker is injured so they're going for it on 4th down in field goal territory and going for two after each TD. Going well for them so far

Only one kicker in the squad? I thought most teams had backups for all positions.

It's a numbers game.  You can only(!) have 53 people rostered.  Taking a backup kicker is a risk most teams will not take.  There will usually be someone on the team that can kick from within 35 yards or so in an emergency situation.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on November 08, 2023, 03:14:26 PM
The Punter can normally kick a bit and the Kicker can normally punt a bit
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on November 10, 2023, 10:38:51 AM
Well at least Bears won their basement battle last night. Not quite the worst team in the NFL, but another wasted year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on November 13, 2023, 12:20:19 PM
Niners looked more like their previous selves. Thankfully.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on November 13, 2023, 12:47:18 PM
Jets look more like their previous selves. Unfortunately.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 13, 2023, 01:39:45 PM
Well at least Bears won their basement battle last night. Not quite the worst team in the NFL, but another wasted year.

And improved our chances of getting the no. 1 pick again in the process.

Found Redzone bloody annoying. Stop showing the Cowboys Giants, it's a complete massacre. The other 3 games were all good contests.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 14, 2023, 12:21:34 AM
Niners looked more like their previous selves. Thankfully.

Yes, good win that, mate.

I think Chase Young is going to be a very astute signing, and as we all know, keeping Deebo fit and playing well is massive for us.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on November 14, 2023, 07:43:11 AM
Niners looked more like their previous selves. Thankfully.

Yes, good win that, mate.

I think Chase Young is going to be a very astute signing, and as we all know, keeping Deebo fit and playing well is massive for us.

I don’t follow it closely but isn’t he Washington’s best player? Presume it’s because their season isn’t gonna end anywhere near play offs that they are getting ready for another new start
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 14, 2023, 07:49:52 AM
Niners looked more like their previous selves. Thankfully.

Yes, good win that, mate.

I think Chase Young is going to be a very astute signing, and as we all know, keeping Deebo fit and playing well is massive for us.

I don’t follow it closely but isn’t he Washington’s best player? Presume it’s because their season isn’t gonna end anywhere near play offs that they are getting ready for another new start

Sounds like it mate, yes.

I work with a Washington fan and he was not happy at all about losing Young. I think they got a third round pick included in the deal, or something like that.

He's apparently a bit injury prone, but so far so good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on November 14, 2023, 08:01:23 AM
sounds like Washington aren’t expecting to challenge in that division anytime soon if they are flogging the best players
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 14, 2023, 08:12:11 AM
sounds like Washington aren’t expecting to challenge in that division anytime soon if they are flogging the best players

I only pay attention to them because of said co-worker, and the fact that their colours aren't too dissimilar to the Villa, but you're right.

They always narrowly lose to the Eagles, they still need to play the Cowboys twice, too. They got battered by the Bears and Bills, but most of their wins and losses are always tight. Remarkably so, even.

More wins, particularly against the Cowboys, and they'd be in the playoff picture.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on November 14, 2023, 08:15:22 AM
sounds like Washington aren’t expecting to challenge in that division anytime soon if they are flogging the best players

I only pay attention to them because of said co-worker, and the fact that their colours aren't too dissimilar to the Villa, but you're right.

They always narrowly lose to the Eagles, they still need to play the Cowboys twice, too. They got battered by the Bears and Bills, but most of their wins and losses are always tight. Remarkably so, even.

More wins, particularly against the Cowboys, and they'd be in the playoff picture.

Hey, steady on  ;D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 14, 2023, 12:59:46 PM
Chase Young is potentially very good, but has a scary medical record.

He's missed a lot of games in his career so far and could easily have a career ending one any time (a bit like Odell Beckham).

But for a 3rd Round pick, certainly worth the risk for the 49ers. Could lead them to the Super Bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on November 15, 2023, 08:20:20 AM
I noticed the Browns beat the Ravens.
I try to look out for this one as it tends to be a bit spicy due to the Ravens being the original Browns.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 17, 2023, 12:02:55 AM
I noticed the Browns beat the Ravens.
I try to look out for this one as it tends to be a bit spicy due to the Ravens being the original Browns.

I saw that, too.

Both having decent seasons.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on November 18, 2023, 07:22:05 PM
55 years ago (yesterday) the Heidi Bowl. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/the-heidi-bowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 19, 2023, 07:47:25 AM
Both Burrow and DeShaun Watson out for the season.

Ravens should win the AFC North pretty comfortably.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 21, 2023, 08:00:21 AM
Had a free period today at work, and so watched the Chiefs Eagles game.

I'm not a fan of either, but can't see any way that these two won't be in the Super Bowl again. I love how both teams go for it, pretty much all the time. Very exciting.

I love my Niners, but Shanahan is far too conservative. We have more talent than anyone I'd argue, but yeah, Shanahan is a bit like Southgate. Only a bit, mind. Sorry Kyle!

The Lions have been amazing, and are the only team I wouldn't begrudge pipping the 49ers to anything, but are a bit suspect on defence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on November 21, 2023, 08:24:41 AM
Eagles definitely their but unconvinced by the Chiefs this year and the AFC in general looks a bit stronger so maybe someone different.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on November 21, 2023, 03:00:35 PM
Wow, I didn't think it would happen but the Steelers did just fire their OC mid-season. 

Now we will get to see how much of the issue was him vs Pickett.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2023, 06:55:19 PM
Chiefs are more exciting to watch than in previous years, as they actually have a good Defence. But their Offence mostly relies on Mahomes being brilliant and Kelce.

Eagles a much stronger all round team and have to be favourites to win it all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on November 21, 2023, 06:56:50 PM
Wow, I didn't think it would happen but the Steelers did just fire their OC mid-season. 

Now we will get to see how much of the issue was him vs Pickett.

I was surprised he didn't get the chop last season. Actually thought Steelers had been a bit better on Offence this year, especially Warren.

Still think Pickett is poor tbh.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 24, 2023, 08:25:06 AM
Scummy Seahawks smashed.

Horrible team, horrible fanbase.

I'm clearly biased, of course 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on November 24, 2023, 12:29:14 PM
I throughly enjoyed the look of shock/surprise on Pete Carrolls face when the camera zoomed in on him.
We were very good.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on November 24, 2023, 01:35:55 PM
I throughly enjoyed the look of shock/surprise on Pete Carrolls face when the camera zoomed in on him.
We were very good.

He better get used to it.

They'll be getting another pasting in a few weeks, hopefully.

How good was CMC? Aiyuk is still my favourite but I have massive love for Fred Warner. What a fucking hero.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 24, 2023, 08:39:44 PM
Watching Jets v Dolphins. The Jets are awful.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 24, 2023, 08:54:43 PM
Watching Jets v Dolphins. The Jets are awful.
And TD Miami on an awful attempt at a tackle by the CB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 24, 2023, 09:19:51 PM
And now a pick 6 off a dodgy pass attempt from Tua.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on November 24, 2023, 09:28:28 PM
Bonkers game. Jets hail Mary returned 99 yards for a Miami TD.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on November 24, 2023, 09:43:36 PM
Bonkers game. Jets hail Mary returned 99 yards for a Miami TD.

I stopped watching thinking nothing interesting would happen.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on November 27, 2023, 11:29:34 AM
Jordan Love is starting to show some real signs that he could be very good over the next few years. It was unrealistic to expect Rodgers/Favre level performance, but Packers fans have been ludicrously spoilt QB wise for the last 30 years.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 01, 2023, 10:34:40 PM
I throughly enjoyed the look of shock/surprise on Pete Carrolls face when the camera zoomed in on him.
We were very good.

He better get used to it.

They'll be getting another pasting in a few weeks, hopefully.

How good was CMC? Aiyuk is still my favourite but I have massive love for Fred Warner. What a fucking hero.

And the Cowboys grant your wish this evening, albeit not quite a pasting 👍
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 02, 2023, 11:02:14 AM
I throughly enjoyed the look of shock/surprise on Pete Carrolls face when the camera zoomed in on him.
We were very good.

He better get used to it.

They'll be getting another pasting in a few weeks, hopefully.

How good was CMC? Aiyuk is still my favourite but I have massive love for Fred Warner. What a fucking hero.

And the Cowboys grant your wish this evening, albeit not quite a pasting 👍

Cowboys so score a lot at home, don't they.

I've booked Monday off to go and watch the Eagles 49ers game in the pub. Revenge for last year's NFC championship, hopefully. Though it'll be very tough.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 03, 2023, 08:46:15 AM
Sorry to derail slightly but following yesterdays College Championship games I don’t envy the selection committee in deciding who of Georgia, Alabama or Texas gets the final Play Off spot.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 03, 2023, 05:59:40 PM
Sorry to derail slightly but following yesterdays College Championship games I don’t envy the selection committee in deciding who of Georgia, Alabama or Texas gets the final Play Off spot.

With apologies for quoting my own post but they’ve bottled it by refusing to not include an SEC team. I think FSU are ever so slightly pissed off at the moment. This is what happens when you try to squeeze 6-10 decent teams into a 4 team playoff.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 03, 2023, 06:40:37 PM
Jets will try and see out the 2-0 now probably
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 03, 2023, 09:16:51 PM
Lions 9-3 for the first time in over 60 seasons
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 03, 2023, 09:37:21 PM
Lions 9-3 for the first time in over 60 seasons
Makes the fins first time in 22 seasons look reasonable.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 03, 2023, 09:54:29 PM
Lions 9-3 for the first time in over 60 seasons

Great stuff.

Eagles dominating the Niners in this first quarter. Amazed it's only 6-0
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 04, 2023, 12:27:03 AM
A nice morning here in the pub banishing a few demons with this win.

Lots of red and gold about. Eagles fans here are predictably wankers, much like that tosser of a security guard on the sidelines in Philly.

Am glad I booked the day off.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 04, 2023, 08:29:47 AM
I’m just imagining Axl with a cigar on, quaffing a large Brandy whilst listening to the Bill Burr Philly rant on loop.😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 04, 2023, 09:12:49 AM
I’m just imagining Axl with a cigar on, quaffing a large Brandy whilst listening to the Bill Burr Philly rant on loop.😂

😂

If only I was as elegant as that, mate!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 04, 2023, 10:58:40 AM
Niners were excellent. I was a bit concerned after the 1st quarter but they had been limited to just 6.
Defense and offense both very,very good. Purdy nice and calm under pressure.

Highlight was Deebo waving goodbye to the Philly crowd.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 04, 2023, 11:15:36 AM
Fantastic result for the 49ers, could end up as top NFC seeds now, if Eagles lose another game.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 04, 2023, 01:00:59 PM
Fantastic result for the 49ers, could end up as top NFC seeds now, if Eagles lose another game.


I will feel extremely dirty cheering for the Cowboys and Seahawks, but dirty I shall have to be!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 08, 2023, 05:31:07 AM
*Spoiler alert for Thursday Night Game*

Steelers losing to the Cardinals and Patriots in successive weeks, has virtually guaranteed that the Bears will once again have the No. 1 Draft pick (courtesy of the Panthers).

On a side note, the Cardinals must be pissed off with how well the Texans have done, as they have the latter's No. 1 pick.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 08, 2023, 09:12:02 AM
Any potential franchise QBs in the next draft?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 08, 2023, 10:37:47 AM
Allegedly a good looking Draft for QBs.

Caleb Williams and Drake Maye are the headliners.

Others like JJ McCarthy, Shedeur Sanders and Michael Penix are expected to go in 1st or 2nd Round too.

Edited as sodding phone changed Caleb to Calendar  >:(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on December 08, 2023, 04:29:11 PM
Any potential franchise QBs in the next draft?

So have we given up on Fields then? Ah well, we go again.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 08, 2023, 04:31:10 PM
I'm not a Bears fan but my impression is that he's crap
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 08, 2023, 06:07:11 PM
I like Fields. Just need to teach him how to hold the ball, so that he doesn't keep fumbling the ball.

Would like us to trade down to 2 or 3 and select WR Marvin Harrison Jr. Looks the best Draft pick at the position since Julio Jones/Calvin Johnson.

Reckon Edge and Safety are our other 2 biggest needs in the Off-season.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 09, 2023, 09:16:48 AM
Allegedly a good looking Draft for QBs.

Caleb Williams and Drake Maye are the headliners.

Others like JJ McCarthy, Shedeur Sanders and Michael Penix are expected to go in 1st or 2nd Round too.

Edited as sodding phone changed Caleb to Calendar  >:(

I just thought it was a weird American name. Surprised your phone didn't do anything with Penix.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 11, 2023, 04:14:24 AM
Thank you, you beautiful Cowboys :D
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on December 11, 2023, 07:32:15 AM
Going to be a mad scramble for the AFC wild card spots
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 11, 2023, 08:26:56 AM
Going to be a mad scramble for the AFC wild card spots

Mad, it looks positively insane. Not a good day for the South yesterday with Jags, Texans and Colts all losing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 11, 2023, 09:33:16 AM
Raiders only concede three points and still fecking lose  :'(
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on December 11, 2023, 10:43:53 AM
Thank you, you beautiful Cowboys :D

Always liked 'em.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 11, 2023, 12:31:34 PM
Raiders only concede three points and still fecking lose  :'(

Only watched until halftime and was quite excited by the prospect of a 0-0 draw.

Bears Defence has been pretty good, over the last month or so. Montez Sweat has made a huge difference.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on December 11, 2023, 02:14:02 PM
Bears will end up with Eberflus again at this rate! I'd like us to persist with Fields, he's exciting and I think will get better.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 11, 2023, 06:05:10 PM
Thank you, you beautiful Cowboys :D

Happy to oblige 👍
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on December 11, 2023, 06:39:20 PM
Raiders only concede three points and still fecking lose  :'(

You're in good company. https://twitter.com/geezerbutler/status/1734272754139177121
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 12, 2023, 08:19:41 AM
Thank you, you beautiful Cowboys :D

Happy to oblige 👍

You're flying, mate. My Eagles mate was furious yesterday. There is a lot of mutual hatred between Dallas and Philly, no.

Is this your year for the Super Bowl?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 12, 2023, 08:27:37 AM
The Cowboys certainly know how to pick a kicker.
Of the recent ones, Maher, Zuerlein and now Aubury.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on December 12, 2023, 08:31:42 AM
Thank you, you beautiful Cowboys :D

Happy to oblige 👍

You're flying, mate. My Eagles mate was furious yesterday. There is a lot of mutual hatred between Dallas and Philly, no.

Is this your year for the Super Bowl?

3 of our final 4 are against the Bills, Dolphins and Lions, so a tough run in to get the NFC number one spot.
Have to admit, I can’t see past your guys at the moment.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 12, 2023, 08:45:06 AM
Thank you, you beautiful Cowboys :D

Happy to oblige 👍

You're flying, mate. My Eagles mate was furious yesterday. There is a lot of mutual hatred between Dallas and Philly, no.

Is this your year for the Super Bowl?

3 of our final 4 are against the Bills, Dolphins and Lions, so a tough run in to get the NFC number one spot.
Have to admit, I can’t see past your guys at the moment.

Dolphins and Lions might be about to nosedive in form. Maybe 😂

I'm desperate for a Super Bowl, but you just never know.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 12, 2023, 01:49:38 PM
NFC North could have 3 Playoff Teams. Even though it isn't especially great. Think Vikes would stroll in, if Cousins was at QB.

AFC seems pretty atrocious this year. In fact, other than 49ers, Eagles and Cowboys, I don't see any really good teams.

Maybe Dolphins on their day?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 15, 2023, 02:54:42 AM
Unbelievable from the Raiders. 42-0 at home to the Chargers at half time after that shutout 2 werks ago. Could they surpass the fins result against Denver?

To be fair LA look utterly abject on both sides of the ball.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on December 15, 2023, 06:34:27 AM
Finished 63-14. Think the Raiders might have taken their foot off the gas in the second half.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 15, 2023, 07:32:20 AM
Surely Staley has to go?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 15, 2023, 08:12:16 AM
How embarrassing for the Chargers

One of the most pointless teams around, so I have zero sympathy 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 16, 2023, 12:42:45 PM
Finished 63-14. Think the Raiders might have taken their foot off the gas in the second half.

63-21

Down to the Chargers being absolutely shit at ball retention, rather than my Raiders suddenly remembering how to play.

Never seen an interception like the one for final Raiders TD. It was like the play was called to throw the ball to the defender :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on December 18, 2023, 08:35:11 AM
How typical of the Bears to almost catch a game-winning hail Mary, but instead kick it to the Browns for an interception.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 18, 2023, 08:39:36 AM
How typical of the Bears to almost catch a game-winning hail Mary, but instead kick it to the Browns for an interception.

Once again managed to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on December 18, 2023, 06:26:46 PM
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GBnj_gaXEAALVfW?format=jpg)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on December 19, 2023, 09:09:43 AM
By the way BV, there's a game in Brazil next season

https://www.nfl.com/news/brazil-to-host-first-ever-nfl-regular-season-game-in-south-america-in-2024
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 19, 2023, 01:51:14 PM
Well, 49ers looking good for No. 1 seed in the NFC.

Drew Lock beats the Eagles!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on December 19, 2023, 05:07:00 PM
49ers look head and shoulders the best team this year so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 21, 2023, 01:17:56 PM
49ers look head and shoulders the best team this year so far.

We'll find a way to fuck it up, I'm sure.

If Villa win the league and the 49ers the Super Bowl, well, I don't know what I'll get up to.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on December 26, 2023, 03:46:24 AM
Ravens looking like Super Bowl champs to me, here.

Shanahan tactically inept. Run the fucking ball!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on December 26, 2023, 09:31:37 AM
Purdy under much more pressure than usual and struggled.

As you say, neede to run the ball more.

Pleased the Raiders beat the Chiefs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on December 28, 2023, 01:18:59 PM
65 years ago today, Johnny Unitas led the Baltimore Colts to a 23-17 victory over the New York (Footballing) Giants and the NFL title, in "The Greatest Game Ever Played”.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 01, 2024, 02:11:58 AM
You Bears boys now have the first pick and we clinch the NFC number 1 spot. Thank you Arizona!

A decent day for us both.

Villa in Denmark, mate, I thought you were going to do those Ravens at one point...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 01, 2024, 07:48:37 AM
49ers can rest up next week. Eagles may not even win the NFC East now.

The Panthers did us proud. Did feel a bit for Bryce Young, went off injured. Comes back on and immediately gets sacked.

Hopefully we trade down for even more 1st Round Picks and shenanigans.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 01, 2024, 09:23:41 AM
Flippin’ heck, the Eagles have fcuked it up 😂
Cowboys beat Washington next up and they win the division. Have to admit, I didn’t expect that.

Baltimore look like the team everyone wants to avoid.
I’m wondering if they could meet Cleveland in the AFC final? That could be one heck of a game.
The New Browns vrs the Original Browns.

Smart money has to be a Ravens vrs 49ers Superbowl

Obviously I want the Cowboys there, but I wouldn’t mind Detroit getting there, as, apparently, they are the only franchise not to have been to a Superbowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 01, 2024, 11:37:26 AM
Texans haven't been to a Super Bowl. Dont think Jags have either. Think Chargers may have lost in one in about 1980.

Lions must be oldest team mot to have reached the SB. Course they have won NFL Championships.

Even as a Bears fan,  t's difficult to really dislike the Lions.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 01, 2024, 11:42:04 AM
Chargers got absolutely battered in Super Bowl XXIX

I've never liked them 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 01, 2024, 03:46:37 PM
Texans haven't been to a Super Bowl. Dont think Jags have either. Think Chargers may have lost in one in about 1980.

Lions must be oldest team mot to have reached the SB. Course they have won NFL Championships.

Even as a Bears fan,  t's difficult to really dislike the Lions.

Ahh, cheers, mate. 👍
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 01, 2024, 03:51:29 PM
Texans haven't been to a Super Bowl. Dont think Jags have either. Think Chargers may have lost in one in about 1980.

Lions must be oldest team mot to have reached the SB. Course they have won NFL Championships.

Even as a Bears fan,  t's difficult to really dislike the Lions.

Ahh, cheers, mate 👍
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 08, 2024, 12:03:50 AM
It is funny how many Packers fans just assumed they would have another Hall of Fame QB straight away. Like they grow on trees.


You might want to revise that opinion.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 08, 2024, 12:05:15 AM
Seems the Packers no longer have a good QB....shame

You reckon?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 08, 2024, 12:05:58 AM
Its got to be so painful for Bears fans. 30 years of Favre and Rodgers and they finally think the end of exceptional QB's in Green Bay is over, and now Jordan Love comes along and looks every bit a superstar 😂

Been as good as anyone in the league the 2nd half of the season, and he's been doing it with 1st and 2nd year receivers. The signs are that he has a huge ceiling
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 08, 2024, 01:33:14 AM
Ah, dubont, I see you are a cheesehead. The Liverpool fans of the NFL. I was wondering who you followed when you slagged off the Niners earlier this season :D

Horrible to see the Packers fluke their way in. Haven't heard much from the cheeseheads on this site all year, but fair play though, I suppose. It's been a rough few years, especially now with the Lions being the top team in that area.

Can't see your lot beating the Cowboys, though their D isn't great.

As for Love...a superstar? haha.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 08, 2024, 05:48:29 AM
In all fairness, with such a ridiculously young team the Packers have performed a lot better than they had any right to this season. I thought it would be a season of rebuilding with at most 6/7 wins

Love looks every bit an elite QB in the making. To play the way he has with a bunch of kids to throw the ball to, his best receiver injured for 3/4 of the season and no running game for the majority of the year is remarkable really. He's already playing at a pro bowl level and the likelihood is that he will only get better.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 08, 2024, 06:47:33 AM
It’s more a Villa comparison really rather than Liverpool. Lose our best player to a higher profile team/city then emerge better for it.
The Bears rivalry is similar to…
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 08, 2024, 08:16:51 AM
It’s more a Villa comparison really rather than Liverpool. Lose our best player to a higher profile team/city then emerge better for it.
The Bears rivalry is similar to…

Ouch!

The Bears do have a proud history and great support, however .

Unlike those across Brum at the sty
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: andrew08 on January 08, 2024, 08:34:30 AM
It’s more a Villa comparison really rather than Liverpool. Lose our best player to a higher profile team/city then emerge better for it.
The Bears rivalry is similar to…

Ouch!

The Bears do have a proud history and great support, however .

Unlike those across Brum at the sty
Yes all fair comment!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 08, 2024, 09:25:32 AM
Just like the Eagles, I see the Dolphins blew the top spot in their league.
The Bills seemed to have come from nowhere to win it.
So, too, did the Jaguars, losing to the Titans

I think the Cowboys should see off Green Bay
I’m guessing that it will be the Lions or Rams up next, while the 49ers await the Eagles or the Buccaneers
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on January 08, 2024, 09:31:48 AM
Pray silence for us Jags fans. 8-3, Lawrence and his run and throw game really firing with a half competent D to then end up 9-8. It’s the hope that kills you. The injuries to Lawrence and Kirk and having to play the whole AFC North who’ve got three teams through this season has not helped.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2024, 10:30:50 AM
Real choke from the Jags. Dolphins and Eagles stumbling into the playoffs, although I think the Eagles will beat the Bucs at least. Texans v Browns seems pick of first round in terms of unpredictable outcome.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 08, 2024, 10:48:55 AM
Funny, my brother always calls the Packers Liverpool. Obviously fans all over and very successful.

Bears are Villa. Founder members of the League, great history. Superb in the 80s, but not much success since.

Jets = Tottenham.  Cowboys = Manure. Giants = Arsenal. Ravens = Leeds. Bills = Newcastle. Patriots = Chelsea.

Think I've thought too much about thus.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 08, 2024, 10:53:36 AM
Haha.

The Ravens are good though, mate.

I may have posted these links before, but:

https://www.90min.com/posts/-premier-league-teams-nfl-equivalents

https://www.si.com/soccer/2019/09/13/all-20-premier-league-teams-their-nfl-counterparts

Definitely prefer the Villa being compared to the Niners rather than those scummy Seahawks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 08, 2024, 10:57:30 AM
Could maybe swap Eagles for Leeds. Their fans are maniacs and easily upset.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 08, 2024, 11:00:42 AM
Oh and the Villa Blues rivalry can be Da Bears and the (Formerly Chicago) Cardinals.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2024, 11:44:43 AM
No way are Leeds comparable to either Ravens or Eagles if you look at recent success. They're more like the Browns than anyone. I like the Chelsea Pats comparison though.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2024, 11:47:43 AM
Like the Jets Tottenham link but Jets have been terrible last decade or so while Tottenham have been good but still without winning anything. Maybe more like the Titans?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2024, 11:50:39 AM
At the risk of pissing off Axl, the 49ers are a bit like Liverpool too aren't they?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 08, 2024, 12:07:58 PM
Can only really see Dallas winning beating GB easily in fairness
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 08, 2024, 12:34:46 PM
At the risk of pissing off Axl, the 49ers are a bit like Liverpool too aren't they?

Haha. It's a fair point.

The good in the 80's and at the moment part?

The fans, not so much. I've been to Lambeau and the fans reminded me of Liverpool fans at Anfield.

I also lived in Michigan and studied with loads of Packers. Thought the same.

Though Lambeau is far superior to that shithole in Liverpool. A great stadium in fairness, and to their credit, they were very kind to me, and didn't rub it in when they beat us. I was possibly too cold to care at that point!

https://youtu.be/rlPU5gJlIiA?si=IG02OHQsjo1DW3Rr
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2024, 01:43:23 PM
Must have been a great experience Axl, except for the result of course
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 08, 2024, 02:14:19 PM
The Steelers snuck in!  Now they have to go to Buffalo.......
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on January 08, 2024, 04:23:18 PM
Washington sacked Riviera after yet another stellar season….letting 2 of their better players leave mid season probs didnt help.

Was the team I first picked up when ch4 started showing back in 80’s….disappointing team to follow generally though the off field stuff always seems entertaining and the woolly hats are always good as you need a new one with every name change.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2024, 04:47:12 PM
With the NFL, I'm the kind of fan that I would give grief to in a football context. I don't really support anyone and generally want teams who are underdogs (at least in recent years) to do well. For example, I wanted the Chiefs to win the Superbowl a few years back (sorry again Axl) but it's getting a bit tedious now. Liked the Bengals last couple of years but they're not in this time. Would love the Lions to win it but don't think they will. Otherwise, Bills, Dolphins, Browns, Texans get my vote. Don't mind Ravens either despite recentish success.

There are exceptions to this. Fuck the Cowboys and Pats.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 08, 2024, 05:08:33 PM
Falcons sacked Arthur Smith at 2 minutes past midnight.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 08, 2024, 05:12:46 PM
Falcons sacked Arthur Smith at 2 minutes past midnight.

Is that to avoid some compo or something?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 10, 2024, 08:10:00 PM
Pete Carroll stepping aside as Seahawks Head Coach.

Will remain as a Team Advisor.

Shocked by that, imagine Axl will be happy.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 11, 2024, 04:39:16 AM
Pete Carroll stepping aside as Seahawks Head Coach.

Will remain as a Team Advisor.

Shocked by that, imagine Axl will be happy.

Haha. That fucker. Him and that other bastard Russell Wilson tormented us for a good few seasons.

To be honest, I wish he was staying as he was leading the Seahawks down a dodgy path by the end. Hopefully they won't bring anyone good in
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 11, 2024, 12:45:54 PM
I'd love to see Jim Harbaugh get it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 11, 2024, 03:02:34 PM
I'd love to see Jim Harbaugh get it.

Oh I bet you would 😂

From one irritating self important team in Michigan to another in Washington.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2024, 03:44:12 PM
Bears will be a home team at Tottenham next season.

So will the Jags and Vikings.

Poor old Germany get the Panthers.

Brazilian hosts haven't been announced yet. NFL missed a trick not selecting Cairo Santos' Bears....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2024, 05:34:50 PM
Belichick officially leaving the Patriots.

Wants to carry on Coaching, Falcons rumoured so far.

Quarter of the League looking for a new Head Coach.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 11, 2024, 06:29:16 PM
Also rumours of Vegas.

Hopefully no though, my Raiders have tried and failed with a superstar coach before.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 11, 2024, 06:44:24 PM
Belichick officially leaving the Patriots.

Good riddance to the miserable f*cker.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 11, 2024, 06:47:10 PM
Fraud. It was Brady all along!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 11, 2024, 08:54:27 PM
Gonna be a bit chilly for the Kansas City game. Could feel like -30.

Brrrrr.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 11, 2024, 09:04:51 PM
Gonna be a bit chilly for the Kansas City game. Could feel like -30.

Brrrrr.

Not sure the fins will fancy that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 12, 2024, 08:28:55 AM
Aaron Rogers being a twat shocker.

Aaron Rodgers will no longer appear on ESPN's Pat McAfee Show (https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-67918711)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Gareth on January 12, 2024, 09:11:59 AM
Fraud. It was Brady all along!

No way Bellicek would buy a round of Carlings in Bordesley
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 12, 2024, 04:03:35 PM
Jerod Mayo to take over at New England
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 13, 2024, 11:22:36 PM
Come on the Texans.

Don't want that bastard Flacco anywhere near a super bowl ever again.

Very pleased for DeMeco. We miss him in the Bay.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2024, 04:15:26 AM
Fucking hell, Miami.

You had one job to do.

Now I have to see cringe worthy videos of Taylor fucking Swift dancing in the boxes. Fuck her and fuck the Chiefs. The refs absolutely love them!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 14, 2024, 10:10:39 PM
Enjoying being in the same time zone as the playoffs for the first time. In our Cancun hotel I have seen more Lions gear than anyone else. Will be tense tonight I'm sure.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2024, 10:17:47 PM
Come on the Lions.

Cowboys not at it at all first quarter.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 14, 2024, 10:29:33 PM
There's some cheeseheads here watching it. All going their way so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2024, 10:37:12 PM
There's some cheeseheads here watching it. All going their way so far.

Fire extinguish them 😂

I'm on the way to work and there's one there. He's a nice chap to be fair. Don't think I ever met a decent Packer during my time in Michigan and Wisconsin 😂  Well, ok, there were a few.

I think if the Packers win, they play the Niners.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 14, 2024, 10:42:12 PM
Packers are running away with this, didn't see that coming.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 14, 2024, 10:43:05 PM
There's some cheeseheads here watching it. All going their way so far.

Fire extinguish them 😂

I'm on the way to work and there's one there. He's a nice chap to be fair. Don't think I ever met a decent Packer during my time in Michigan and Wisconsin 😂  Well, ok, there were a few.

I think if the Packers win, they play the Niners.

Yeah they do. Looking in the bag already although maybe that missed extra point will change everything
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2024, 10:47:48 PM
I despise Green Bay and their gobshite fans (I blame it on living in Michigan and having a lot of them at the uni I studied at) more than anyone else, so would like to beat them. It's been nice not to hear a peep from them all season...until now.

Could be a very tough game if that's what it ends up being at Levis

Cowboys need a comeback of epic proportion.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 14, 2024, 10:52:47 PM
Oh dear, Dallas.

Packers flying..
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 15, 2024, 12:09:54 AM
Incredible for such a ridiculously young team to destroy a Cowboys team that has won its last 16 at home in this manner.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 15, 2024, 12:20:24 AM
Yeah fair play GB, can't stand them but they've been exceptional tonight.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 15, 2024, 12:33:03 AM
You have to laugh really
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 15, 2024, 12:51:39 AM
From Favre to Rodgers and now to Love. Utterly ludicrous
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on January 15, 2024, 12:53:05 AM
An astounding win.

Dirty Leeds next and hopefully we can flush those turds away too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 15, 2024, 12:58:52 AM
An astounding win.

Dirty Leeds next and hopefully we can flush those turds away too.

😂

We'll never be as dirty as your lot, but carry on.

Should be a good game next week
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 15, 2024, 07:20:44 AM
Didn’t expect that from Green Bay 😩
Sorry Axl, but ‘Come on you Lions’
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 15, 2024, 07:48:36 AM
Didn’t expect that from Green Bay 😩
Sorry Axl, but ‘Come on you Lions’

The only other team left in it I could accept winning the whole thing.

No need for an apology, mate 😂 I completely get it. My first feeling was 'I hope the Cowboys lose', but that quickly changed when I realised we'd have to play that lot.

You aren't calling us turds like that only posts when the Packers win shit stain (said in the nicest possible way 😊) above. He definitely won't be posting if his lot lose next weekend, I'd imagine.

I wouldn't say I'm massively looking forward to it, but a little bit, yeah.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 15, 2024, 10:45:24 AM
Didn’t expect that from Green Bay 😩
Sorry Axl, but ‘Come on you Lions’

The only other team left in it I could accept winning the whole thing.

No need for an apology, mate 😂 I completely get it. My first feeling was 'I hope the Cowboys lose', but that quickly changed when I realised we'd have to play that lot.

You aren't calling us turds like that only posts when the Packers win shit stain (said in the nicest possible way 😊) above. He definitely won't be posting if his lot lose next weekend, I'd imagine.

I wouldn't say I'm massively looking forward to it, but a little bit, yeah.

49ers should have too much for the Packers next week. 49ers offence has crazy weapons all over and they won't won't succumb to the pressure the way Dallas do.

Its been a season beyond all expectation for GB though. Playing with house money now
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 15, 2024, 11:17:09 AM
Looking forward to taking on GB.

On a side note, I've correctly predicted all results so far.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 16, 2024, 02:00:29 PM
What on earth happened to the Eagles?  That's an Arsenal style melt-down.

Steelers never had a chance - but got within one score before ultimately losing.   Too many injuries to deal with and no elite QB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on January 16, 2024, 02:50:37 PM
What on earth happened to the Eagles?  That's an Arsenal style melt-down.

Steelers never had a chance - but got within one score before ultimately losing.   Too many injuries to deal with and no elite QB.

Yep that’s a huge choke by the Eagles. Only watched the highlights but they were half hearted in the tackle to say the least.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 16, 2024, 02:56:08 PM
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/67995451

LRZ quits Rugby for a shot at the NFL
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 16, 2024, 08:07:15 PM
Not sure how, but Eagles losing means we get a 4th round pick back from them.

Didn't see Cowboys and Eagles out so soon.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 17, 2024, 10:05:51 PM
Not sure how, but Eagles losing means we get a 4th round pick back from them.

Didn't see Cowboys and Eagles out so soon.

I’m not overly surprised at the Eagles, as, like Miami, they finished the regular season in poor form.
Dallas, on the other hand, losing at home!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 18, 2024, 12:09:27 AM
Not sure how, but Eagles losing means we get a 4th round pick back from them.

Didn't see Cowboys and Eagles out so soon.

I’m not overly surprised at the Eagles, as, like Miami, they finished the regular season in poor form.
Dallas, on the other hand, losing at home!!


Packers played really well, mate.

I'm very much hoping our D plays a lot better than yours did against them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 19, 2024, 11:53:03 AM
My cousin, who's a Glawster season ticket holder, was surprised when I gave LRZ only a 10% chance of making the NFL.
I think that I'm being quite optimistic.

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/jan/17/louis-rees-zammit-rugby-nfl-swap-wales
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 20, 2024, 10:25:45 AM
Has a Rugby player ever made it in the NFL? Always thought Jonah Lomu could have been a great RB.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 20, 2024, 10:45:26 AM
Has a Rugby player ever made it in the NFL? Always thought Jonah Lomu could have been a great RB.

Does Mick Luckhurst count?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2024, 11:28:55 AM
Has a Rugby player ever made it in the NFL? Always thought Jonah Lomu could have been a great RB.

Jordan Mailata is probably the most successful Rugby (albeit League) to NFL convert

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Mailata

Jarryd Hayne played a few games

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jarryd_Hayne
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 20, 2024, 11:35:01 AM
Has a Rugby player ever made it in the NFL? Always thought Jonah Lomu could have been a great RB.

Does Mick Luckhurst count?

Did Luckhurst play any rugby before he went to the USA ?

John Smith was a footballer who became an NFL Kicker. He kicked the winning field goal in the 'Snow Plough Game'



He was also the kicker during Howard Cossell's announcement about the death of John Lennon




Colyn Price, outside half for London Welsh, Gloucester and (most importantly) the Mighty Lyd had a kicking tryout for (I think) the Rams in the 80s, However, nothing came of it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 20, 2024, 11:55:16 AM
Luckhurst apparently played rugby for his college in California, so wasn't a professional, and didn't play in the UK.

Did Gavin Hastings try and play for one of the NFL Europe teams? London Monarchs or some such?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 21, 2024, 12:44:11 AM
At a dodgy Kabukicho pub for the Niners Packers game.

With a still pissed off Cowboys fan 😂

Ravens looking the ones to beat, to be honest.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 21, 2024, 02:45:36 AM
GB have done alright this half but don't quite have enough in their arsenal to properly hurt the 49ers. I expect the 49ers to gradually pull away 2nd half and win by 15-20pts in the end.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 21, 2024, 03:26:35 AM
Not good.

I think the Packers have got this.

Fair play, they've played well.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 21, 2024, 04:01:33 AM
This is very stressful


(https://i.ibb.co/s5zv1zP/PXL-20240121-034035724.jpg) (https://ibb.co/s5zv1zP)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 21, 2024, 04:33:45 AM
Chortle.

Get the fuck in.

Ahh
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on January 21, 2024, 10:33:54 AM
Ridiculous overachievement of a season for such a young Packers team. They are clearly well ahead of schedule in their rebuild.

Finding a third brilliant QB in a row the highlight
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 21, 2024, 04:56:44 PM
Think the Packers might look back on that one with regret, 49ers were there for the taking. As it is, the 49ers now essentially have a bye into the Superbowl and could probably rest some players for the Championship Game :)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 21, 2024, 08:42:07 PM
Think the Packers might look back on that one with regret, 49ers were there for the taking. As it is, the 49ers now essentially have a bye into the Superbowl and could probably rest some players for the Championship Game :)

Don't know about the bye thing, mate! We definitely aren't good enough to be that confident.

Lions and Bucs are arguably better than the Packers, also.

It was a relief to win yesterday to be honest.

I'm a bit torn watching the Lions. I have a massive soft spot for them, and they're the only team I wouldn't begrudge beating my Niners. I'd maybe rather they lose to the Bucs so we wouldn't have to face them at all next week.

I also seriously worry that offensively the Lions would cause all sorts of problems for SF.

As for the Bucs, nah, don't like them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 21, 2024, 10:26:08 PM
Good ding dong battle between Lions and Bucs
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 21, 2024, 11:13:51 PM
Well done Lions, chuffed for them
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 21, 2024, 11:44:42 PM
Well done Lions, chuffed for them

Me too.

A bit nervous now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 22, 2024, 02:53:42 AM
Sat here with my very deflated Bills mate.

Fucking Chiefs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 22, 2024, 10:22:09 AM
Echoing Axl's thoughts, a stressful Sunday morning watching the Niners. We jjst did enough.
Bucs would have been my preference to play, Lions seem to have a belief and momentum.

Chiefs or Ravens will be very, very tough.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 22, 2024, 10:32:06 AM
Definitely hoping for a NFC Winner.

Not the sodding Chiefs and never been mad on the Ravens either.

Mad that the Lions still have a chance of playing in the Super Bowl, after Da Bears battered them twice.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 22, 2024, 03:38:54 PM
Sat here with my very deflated Bills mate.

Fucking Chiefs.

I quite like the Chiefs.
Andy Reid is a great coach and Mahomes and Kelce will always make them a danger.

Transport that trio to the Cowboys and we’d conquer the World 😂

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 22, 2024, 11:13:12 PM
Sat here with my very deflated Bills mate.

Fucking Chiefs.

I quite like the Chiefs.
Andy Reid is a great coach and Mahomes and Kelce will always make them a danger.

Transport that trio to the Cowboys and we’d conquer the World 😂



You do have strange tastes in NFL teams, mate! 😂

Can't disagree with anything you've said about the Chiefs, ability-wise.

How about Taylor Swift? 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 23, 2024, 07:38:45 AM
Sat here with my very deflated Bills mate.

Fucking Chiefs.

I quite like the Chiefs.
Andy Reid is a great coach and Mahomes and Kelce will always make them a danger.

Transport that trio to the Cowboys and we’d conquer the World 😂



You do have strange tastes in NFL teams, mate! 😂

Can't disagree with anything you've said about the Chiefs, ability-wise.

How about Taylor Swift? 😂

Although I’ve followed The Cowboys from the 80’s, I do pick up on players and other teams to follow alongside.
Elway and The Bronco’s spring to mind, so I suppose the Mahomes and Kelce at the the Chiefs follow that line.
Used to love watching Montana and Rice back in the day, too, so I do flit between 2nd teams.

As for Taylor Swift, marks out of 10? I’d give her… 😉
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithe on January 28, 2024, 06:39:28 PM
I was watching my daughter play netball at Birmingham University today and the NFL team were playing Portsmouth on the pitch next door. To all that like it, fill your boots, I just felt that there was a lot of hooping and a hollering over a long period, with not a lot of anything happening. Pretty sure it was 0-0 when I lost interest nearing half time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on January 28, 2024, 07:52:21 PM
I was watching my daughter play netball at Birmingham University today and the NFL team were playing Portsmouth on the pitch next door. To all that like it, fill your boots, I just felt that there was a lot of hooping and a hollering over a long period, with not a lot of anything happening. Pretty sure it was 0-0 when I lost interest nearing half time.

American Football over here is pretty much unwatchable.

I’m sure it’s fun for the players but not for any spectators
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: AV82EC on January 28, 2024, 08:41:52 PM
My son plays for Chester Romans in I think the equivalent of League 1 North in football terms and loves it but he does say sometimes the pitches leave a lot to be desired at University level and can sometimes be really poor in the Amateur game which doesn’t help the standard of play at all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithe on January 28, 2024, 08:55:57 PM
Would the standard of pitch make a difference? Honest question as I dont know. The pitch I watched on today was 4g so perfect.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Villa in Denmark on January 28, 2024, 09:01:57 PM
Would the standard of pitch make a difference? Honest question as I dont know. The pitch I watched on today was 4g so perfect.
So much off the individual battles depends on good grip. Be that lineman v lineman or receiver v cornerback. A shit surface disturbs that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: PeterWithe on January 28, 2024, 09:04:43 PM
Well all the people involved seemed to be loving it so that's the main thing, anyone giving up their Sunday morning to play or facilitate sport for others is all good with me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 28, 2024, 10:29:55 PM
Ffs, it's gonna be Taylor Swift's Chiefs in the Super Bowl
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 28, 2024, 11:06:10 PM
I'd prefer Baltimore, but KC have simply been better all round. Can't really argue with the score.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 28, 2024, 11:15:55 PM
Ravens looked bad but I suppose credit to the Chiefs for that. Getting a bit dull them making the SB every year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 28, 2024, 11:24:31 PM
Fuck the Chiefs!!

Bang bang niner gang!

It's too early for this, but off we go. Back in the red light district (albeit probably the safest one in the world) in the grotty bar.

A lot of Lions mates back in Michigan giving me a lot of grief already.

Either way, one of us has to put an end to the Taylor Swift wankfest.


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Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 28, 2024, 11:45:24 PM
What a dreadful start. Fuck me

Don't have a good feeling about this. Long way to go and all that but..
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 29, 2024, 02:08:21 AM
What a dreadful start. Fuck me

Don't have a good feeling about this. Long way to go and all that but..

No need to worry - Lions haplessness plus 49ers luck, some things just remain constant. Blow a 17pt lead in 8mins ...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2024, 02:21:44 AM
It's unbearable mate

Happy but shitting it

Bang bang niner gang!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2024, 03:19:01 AM
Fucking brilliant. Jesus Christ
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 29, 2024, 08:23:15 AM
After a bit of an indifferent regular season, the Chiefs seem to have finally clicked.
Should be a good final.
I’ll be rooting for the Chiefs, but I’ve a sneaking feeling the 49ers will win it this time

The 49ers have had two great comeback wins vrs GB and Detroit, would they be able to do it vrs the Chiefs? Yes, actually, they could 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 29, 2024, 08:35:47 AM
The stars seem to be aligning for the 49ers, but I too will be rooting for the Chiefs. The 49ers won it seemingly every single year when I was younger, and usually in the most one sided finals, so I still don't really want to see them win again in the near future.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 29, 2024, 12:18:05 PM
Mon the 49ers!

Not sure how the Lions messed that up. The Aiyuk catch off the defender's helmet was amazing.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 29, 2024, 12:35:25 PM
The stars seem to be aligning for the 49ers, but I too will be rooting for the Chiefs. The 49ers won it seemingly every single year when I was younger, and usually in the most one sided finals, so I still don't really want to see them win again in the near future.

Same here. When we were choosing our Teams in the late 80s, the ones who had the 49ers were unbearable and I can't take any fan of theirs seriously any longer.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 29, 2024, 01:22:56 PM
The stars seem to be aligning for the 49ers, but I too will be rooting for the Chiefs. The 49ers won it seemingly every single year when I was younger, and usually in the most one sided finals, so I still don't really want to see them win again in the near future.

Same here. When we were choosing our Teams in the late 80s, the ones who had the 49ers were unbearable and I can't take any fan of theirs seriously any longer.

Same here*, can't bear the 'Niners so hope the Kansas City Swifts win.

*Apart from Nik who's sound.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on January 29, 2024, 03:24:31 PM
Chiefs have that Patriots of 10 years ago feeling to them.  The best quarterback and the best coach in the league, combined with some key players at key positions and a bunch of average guys that play the system.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on January 29, 2024, 06:11:37 PM
@Axl...that was another stressful morning. But we got through.
Dan Campbell was too aggressive and should have kicked a FG.

Weirdly, Id rather play the KC Swifts than the Ravens.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 29, 2024, 06:34:42 PM
The stars seem to be aligning for the 49ers, but I too will be rooting for the Chiefs. The 49ers won it seemingly every single year when I was younger, and usually in the most one sided finals, so I still don't really want to see them win again in the near future.

Same here. When we were choosing our Teams in the late 80s, the ones who had the 49ers were unbearable and I can't take any fan of theirs seriously any longer.

Case in point: my brother chose the 49ers; he is also a ManU fan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2024, 06:51:07 PM
The stars seem to be aligning for the 49ers, but I too will be rooting for the Chiefs. The 49ers won it seemingly every single year when I was younger, and usually in the most one sided finals, so I still don't really want to see them win again in the near future.

Same here. When we were choosing our Teams in the late 80s, the ones who had the 49ers were unbearable and I can't take any fan of theirs seriously any longer.

Same here*, can't bear the 'Niners so hope the Kansas City Swifts win.

*Apart from Nik who's sound.

😂 I'm honoured

The Lions were excellent. Their running game superb, and they'll be back, I'm sure.

I must say I'm quite curious about the 49ers hate. Not that any of us Niners give a shit of course.

We think it's odd that anyone would even consider supporting the Chiefs and their wanky little cheerleader. They're basically the new Patriots.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on January 29, 2024, 07:03:19 PM
Really gutted for the Lions. They'll be reliving that third quarter for a while. Think I want the 49ers to win the SB but it's a bit of a meh one from my point of view.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on January 29, 2024, 07:17:50 PM
Can understand if you watched NFL in the 1980s, why you'd dislike the 49ers.

They were extremely successful for a long period.

I started watching 20 years ago and they have a lot of Bears links and always beat the Packers. So a great bunch of lads in my view.

Whereas the Patriots are the spawn of Satan.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2024, 07:27:58 PM
Yeah, I get that, too.

I guess my dad introduced the Niners to me in the 80's, and I became obsessed with Montana and Rice when playing John Madden on the Mega drive in the early 90's.

To beat the Chiefs though, we're going to have to be a lot better than we were against the Packers and Lions. The comebacks were epic, but the Chiefs are so damn clinical. And better defensively.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on January 29, 2024, 11:04:17 PM
The stars seem to be aligning for the 49ers, but I too will be rooting for the Chiefs. The 49ers won it seemingly every single year when I was younger, and usually in the most one sided finals, so I still don't really want to see them win again in the near future.

Same here. When we were choosing our Teams in the late 80s, the ones who had the 49ers were unbearable and I can't take any fan of theirs seriously any longer.

Same here*, can't bear the 'Niners so hope the Kansas City Swifts win.

*Apart from Nik who's sound.

😂 I'm honoured

The Lions were excellent. Their running game superb, and they'll be back, I'm sure.

I must say I'm quite curious about the 49ers hate. Not that any of us Niners give a shit of course.

We think it's odd that anyone would even consider supporting the Chiefs and their wanky little cheerleader. They're basically the new Patriots.

I don't find Mahomes and Andy Reid unlikeable at all, unlike Brady and Belichick. And I like Taylor Swift too, and will see her in concert this year (wearing one of my Slayer t shirts of course)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 29, 2024, 11:46:10 PM
All the best to you, mate! 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2024, 01:08:01 AM
Mon the 49ers!

Not sure how the Lions messed that up. The Aiyuk catch off the defender's helmet was amazing.

Incredible mate. Aiyuk is my favourite player on this Niners team.

A fantastic comeback, and I've only just recovered. Doing tequila shots after the match killed me.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on January 30, 2024, 03:44:10 PM
Which team is playing in Home colours?

Anyway the niners have no chance as the game is fixed so the Chiefs win and then Taylor Swift can announce her backing of Biden. Or so MAGA twatters believe anyway.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on January 30, 2024, 07:11:26 PM
Maybe a 49ers win wouldn't be so bad after all.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 30, 2024, 09:16:28 PM
Which team is playing in Home colours?

Anyway the niners have no chance as the game is fixed so the Chiefs win and then Taylor Swift can announce her backing of Biden. Or so MAGA twatters believe anyway.

Chiefs are in home colours.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on January 30, 2024, 11:39:21 PM
I'd like the 49ers to win but Chiefs have the better QB and coach so will just edge it.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on January 31, 2024, 12:22:27 AM
I'd like the 49ers to win but Chiefs have the better QB and coach so will just edge it.

That's about where I am. Unfortunately. But you never know.

Then again, the Chiefs and the refs love each other and now that I've seen who the officials are for the match, bollocks.

I also see Taylor Swift is playing in Tokyo before the super bowl and plans to fly back straight after her concert:

https://japantoday.com/category/entertainment/mad-dash-swift-will-have-to-speed-across-globe-to-see-kelce-in-super-bowl

Hmmm, let's see, where did I put that fire extinguisher I was saving for Greasy last summer?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on January 31, 2024, 09:20:15 AM
Chiefs have that Patriots of 10 years ago feeling to them.  The best quarterback and the best coach in the league, combined with some key players at key positions and a bunch of average guys that play the system.

In fairness the same can be applied to every successful team at any given time.
They’ll all have 4 or 5 top players with the rest playing well in the coaches system.

Maybe the Chiefs, and Patriots before, selected the right ‘average’ players in the draft which has prolonged their success?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 02, 2024, 10:13:30 AM
Which team is playing in Home colours?

Anyway the niners have no chance as the game is fixed so the Chiefs win and then Taylor Swift can announce her backing of Biden. Or so MAGA twatters believe anyway.

Chiefs are in home colours.

Team playing in white has won 16 of the last 19 Super Bowls....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 02, 2024, 11:32:25 PM
Which team is playing in Home colours?

Anyway the niners have no chance as the game is fixed so the Chiefs win and then Taylor Swift can announce her backing of Biden. Or so MAGA twatters believe anyway.

Chiefs are in home colours.

Team playing in white has won 16 of the last 19 Super Bowls....

We didn't win the last one we were in though. I'm still irritated by Jimmy G now.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 03, 2024, 07:50:39 PM
Which team is playing in Home colours?

Anyway the niners have no chance as the game is fixed so the Chiefs win and then Taylor Swift can announce her backing of Biden. Or so MAGA twatters believe anyway.

Chiefs are in home colours.

Team playing in white has won 16 of the last 19 Super Bowls....

We didn't win the last one we were in though. I'm still irritated by Jimmy G now.

But he's so handsome and loves Da Bears/hates the Packers.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 04, 2024, 09:03:39 PM
NY Jets/Giants MetLife Stadium will be the venue for the World Cup final on July 19, 2026.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 08, 2024, 08:10:33 AM
Rumoured that Hester, Steve McMichael and Peppers are in the Hall of Fame.

About time for the greatest returner in the history of the game.

Peppers was always a lock.

McMichael was a fantastic player, but seems like a sympathy vote.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Richard on February 09, 2024, 02:23:04 PM
Rumoured that Hester, Steve McMichael and Peppers are in the Hall of Fame.

About time for the greatest returner in the history of the game.

Peppers was always a lock.

McMichael was a fantastic player, but seems like a sympathy vote.

Yep all 3 got in.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 09, 2024, 02:29:53 PM
https://www.profootballhof.com/news/2024/02/pro-football-hall-of-fame-to-enshrine-seven-in-class-of-2024/

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Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 09, 2024, 03:01:58 PM
Big Pat deserves that.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on February 09, 2024, 05:00:06 PM
I'm starting to get nervous now Axl. Everyone tipping Chiefs.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 09, 2024, 09:32:23 PM
I'm starting to get nervous now Axl. Everyone tipping Chiefs.

Fuck it, mate. And fuck them - both the Chiefs, and those tipping the bastards. 😂

So many with a hard on for the Chiefs, particularly those who don't even support them. Very sad.

The thing is, if we win, it makes it all that sweeter. It'll mean we've overcome not only great players like Mahomes and a great coach in Reid, but also the officials who absolutely worship Kansas, the press who do the same, the pathetic Swift circus, the moronic shirtless brother of their twat of a TE, and those that just don't like us for whatever reason.

As I said, fuck them. I hate them all.

Go Niners.

(but yes, I'm nervous, too 😂)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on February 09, 2024, 09:56:23 PM
Think it could either way.
The Chiefs seem to be coming good after a poor regular season with the 49ers proving their pedigree with two excellent comeback wins.
I’ve a feeling the 49ers will win this one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 10, 2024, 09:49:34 PM
I'm starting to get nervous now Axl. Everyone tipping Chiefs.

Fuck it, mate. And fuck them - both the Chiefs, and those tipping the bastards. 😂

So many with a hard on for the Chiefs, particularly those who don't even support them. Very sad.

The thing is, if we win, it makes it all that sweeter. It'll mean we've overcome not only great players like Mahomes and a great coach in Reid, but also the officials who absolutely worship Kansas, the press who do the same, the pathetic Swift circus, the moronic shirtless brother of their twat of a TE, and those that just don't like us for whatever reason.

As I said, fuck them. I hate them all.

Go Niners.

(but yes, I'm nervous, too 😂)

Any other time, I support the NFC side. But not if it is someone from our division or 49ers. So come on you Chefs, tenderise them and cook them in a lovely béchamel sauce.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 10, 2024, 10:59:55 PM
Supporting the Chiefs is the modern day version of supporting the Patriots.

A bechamel sauce does sound nice, however.

Monday morning could be wonderful or disastrous for me. Man Utd up first at 1:30, then the Chiefs at 8:30.

Hopefully good will prevail against evil 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 11, 2024, 04:28:28 PM
Supporting the Chiefs is the modern day version of supporting the Patriots.

A bechamel sauce does sound nice, however.

Monday morning could be wonderful or disastrous for me. Man Utd up first at 1:30, then the Chiefs at 8:30.

Hopefully good will prevail against evil 😂

Good prevailing against evil today would be a Villa and Chiefs double, haha. Today the two ManUs are playing, the Premier League one and the NFL one...
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 11, 2024, 05:03:56 PM
Not in my book 😂 The way the Chiefs get treated by the officials is very very Man Utd esque

Ultimately, anything in any way connected to Taylor Swift is evil and needs to be burnt with fire!

I'm not even thinking about Villa and the Niners both losing...(well, a little bit, I must admit)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 11, 2024, 10:06:07 PM
In the pub now waiting for the game.

Slowly, sleepily sipping a pint which isn't going down well at 7am after watching the Villa game.

In a despondent mood, so 35-3 to Kansas 😂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 12, 2024, 12:18:06 AM
This has got 0-0 written all over it....
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 12:29:58 AM
Fuck the Chiefs


(https://i.ibb.co/TRYfdtN/PXL-20240212-000425290.jpg) (https://ibb.co/TRYfdtN)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 12, 2024, 12:36:15 AM
The Guinness doesn't look too bad.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 12:47:13 AM
Yeah, it's ok here mate to be fair!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 12, 2024, 12:49:48 AM
Woooo!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 12, 2024, 12:50:18 AM
It's been a walk in the park for SF so far
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 12:52:37 AM
It's been a walk in the park for SF so far

Long way to go, mate.

I'm fully aware of what Mahomes can do
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 12, 2024, 12:55:53 AM
It's been a walk in the park for SF so far

Long way to go, mate.

I'm fully aware of what Mahomes can do

He can't do it alone, and none of his teammates have really turned up
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 12:56:12 AM
Woooo!

That was a great play. This bar went berserk!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 12, 2024, 12:58:49 AM
Do like a nice trick play. Lovely assist by Sneed with the penalty too.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 01:05:46 AM
Do like a nice trick play. Lovely assist by Sneed with the penalty too.

Da Bears are in the house! Both supporting the Niners due to a hatred of the Packers!


(https://i.ibb.co/d7vhyyv/PXL-20240212-010441595.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d7vhyyv)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 12, 2024, 01:14:58 AM
Do like a nice trick play. Lovely assist by Sneed with the penalty too.

Da Bears are in the house! Both supporting the Niners due to a hatred of the Packers!


(https://i.ibb.co/d7vhyyv/PXL-20240212-010441595.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d7vhyyv)


Niners always beat the Packers. Kittle and Garoppolo are Bears fans and you had Robbie Gould too. What's not to like?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 01:16:46 AM
Do like a nice trick play. Lovely assist by Sneed with the penalty too.

Da Bears are in the house! Both supporting the Niners due to a hatred of the Packers!


(https://i.ibb.co/d7vhyyv/PXL-20240212-010441595.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d7vhyyv)


Niners always beat the Packers. Kittle and Garoppolo are Bears fans and you had Robbie Gould too. What's not to like?

That's exactly what they said!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 12, 2024, 01:18:54 AM
This has got 0-0 written all over it....

Boring first half, earlier today Ireland had 3 touchdowns by half-time.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 12, 2024, 01:45:45 AM
If that was 30 years in the making, it could probably have done with another 30. Shit (apart from about 20 secs of Alicia).

Dave Matthews Band couldn't have been any worse.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 01:47:14 AM
This has got 0-0 written all over it....

Boring first half, earlier today Ireland had 3 touchdowns by half-time.

Haha

That's not a proper sport, however 😂

Fuck Mahomes, fuck the chiefs!!

Bang bang niner gang.

Nervous
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 12, 2024, 01:53:01 AM
This has got 0-0 written all over it....

Boring first half, earlier today Ireland had 3 touchdowns by half-time.

Haha

That's not a proper sport, however 😂

Fuck Mahomes, fuck the chiefs!!

Bang bang niner gang.

Nervous

I don't know why you're nervous, everything is going your way. Relax, this game's done 🙂
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 02:03:47 AM
This has got 0-0 written all over it....

Boring first half, earlier today Ireland had 3 touchdowns by half-time.

Haha

That's not a proper sport, however 😂

Fuck Mahomes, fuck the chiefs!!

Bang bang niner gang.

Nervous

I don't know why you're nervous, everything is going your way. Relax, this game's done 🙂

I think we had a similar conversation when the Niners lost to the Rams in the championship game a few years ago.

I'll remain nervous until that whistle blows. I'm still traumatised by the last super bowl.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 12, 2024, 02:08:02 AM
Not sure why the Niners completely refuse to run the ball
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 12, 2024, 02:09:22 AM
Understandable. there's only one score in it. All set up for Mahomes to drive his Chiefs to victory. ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 02:12:51 AM
Understandable. there's only one score in it. All set up for Mahomes to drive his Chiefs to victory. ;)

This. Bastards.

Run the fucking ball!!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 02:19:57 AM
Dreadful.

Can't get going now

Rubbish. We all know what's going to happen.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: TelfordVilla on February 12, 2024, 02:35:09 AM
I'm loving it. Tight game. Excellent defence.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 03:03:17 AM
Unbearable
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: TelfordVilla on February 12, 2024, 03:21:47 AM
OT Brilliant
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 03:24:59 AM
OT Brilliant

No mate!!!!

I've left the bar and am sitting outside. Far too stressful
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Axl Rose on February 12, 2024, 03:48:04 AM
Sigh
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on February 12, 2024, 03:49:05 AM
What a heartbreaking loss for the 49ers.

Absolutely fantastic.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on February 12, 2024, 03:54:43 AM
Great game. Mahomes had the ball last, which meant there was only going to be one outcome.

It would have been a ridiculously brave call, but I think the 49ers should have gone for it on 4th down on their overtime drive
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Meanwood Villa on February 12, 2024, 11:14:45 AM
I always want a close superbowl and that definitely was one. Only really got going in Q4 and OT but tremendous drama from then. Feel for Axl, must have been a tough day
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on February 12, 2024, 11:49:33 AM
Two evenly matched teams, the difference was Mahomes.

I just wish he was a Cowboy
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 12, 2024, 12:05:55 PM
Travis didn't appear to be happy at one point. As Colbert stated, "Your decisions are making me look a fool in front of my girlfriend" was the message he was conveying to Reid.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 12, 2024, 01:18:13 PM
Sigh

That must be a tough one to take, the missed conversion ultimately proved very costly.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 13, 2024, 12:37:21 PM
People sat that if was down to Mahomes, but Shanahan lost it a bit.

49ers should have ran the ball a lot more.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 13, 2024, 02:13:38 PM
People sat that if was down to Mahomes, but Shanahan lost it a bit.

Read a couple of US articles and the gist of them was, how can such a brilliant coach manage big games so badly?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 13, 2024, 06:05:35 PM
Sunday's game was the most watched US TV broadcast since the 1969 Moon landing. https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68282519
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on February 13, 2024, 07:48:46 PM
I'm just about recovered. Gutted for Niners, but we couldn't seem to get Kittle and Deebo into the game.
Defense were very good but too many little mistakes.
I hope the nucleus stays together for a couple more goes at it.

When it got deep into OT there was an air of inevitability about Mahomes doing his thing.

Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 13, 2024, 08:48:33 PM
Sunday's game was the most watched US TV broadcast since the 1969 Moon landing. https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68282519

Everyone wanting to watch the fix happen?
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on February 13, 2024, 09:14:44 PM
Sunday's game was the most watched US TV broadcast since the 1969 Moon landing. https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68282519

Everyone wanting to watch the fix happen?

Think that was Apollo 13.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 13, 2024, 09:41:18 PM
I'm just about recovered. Gutted for Niners, but we couldn't seem to get Kittle and Deebo into the game.
Defense were very good but too many little mistakes.
I hope the nucleus stays together for a couple more goes at it.

When it got deep into OT there was an air of inevitability about Mahomes doing his thing.



Well it will help having Purdy, who is mega cheap. Spend the money elsewhere.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Proposition Joe on February 14, 2024, 11:49:04 AM
His sock is pretty high, how easy would it be for Purdy to up sticks and move to a team that would pay him the going franchise QB rate? Or is it really the talent around him that makes him look good? (Romo for one disputes this theory)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: UK Redsox on February 14, 2024, 01:16:12 PM
His sock is pretty high, how easy would it be for Purdy to up sticks and move to a team that would pay him the going franchise QB rate? Or is it really the talent around him that makes him look good? (Romo for one disputes this theory)

I don't see how legwear style affects potential salaries ;)
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Rotterdam on February 14, 2024, 01:25:06 PM
His sock is pretty high, how easy would it be for Purdy to up sticks and move to a team that would pay him the going franchise QB rate? Or is it really the talent around him that makes him look good? (Romo for one disputes this theory)

I don't think he can Joe. I believe he's on his third year rookie contract, so due about $1m next season. The following year if the Niners choose to, he'll be into the fourth and fifth year option and the money increases to around $14m. Still miles away from the $35-45m region of the top QB's.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 14, 2024, 08:42:41 PM
49ers sack DC Wilks
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Somniloquism on February 14, 2024, 08:45:34 PM
I didn't think their defence was a major problem in a game which saw only 25 points scored against them.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on February 14, 2024, 08:48:21 PM
I didn't think their defence was a major problem in a game which saw only 25 points scored against them.

Yes, think he's been unfairly scapegoated.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: nigel on March 05, 2024, 09:08:39 AM
Bit of a surprise, Denver have let Russell Wilson go after two seasons.
Hasn’t exactly set the place alight, but the Broncos aren’t that good at the moment.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: dubont on March 05, 2024, 10:08:00 AM
Payton wants his QB to run the play as called, whereas Wilson likes to improvise.

It was never going to work.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 05, 2024, 09:51:46 PM
Largest dead cap in history.

Will have a near 50M cap hit in 2025!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: Brazilian Villain on March 05, 2024, 10:13:20 PM
Joe Flacco part of a sports group investing in St Patrick's Athletic.
https://www.rte.ie/sport/soccer/2024/0305/1436181-st-pats-reveal-us-investors-including-nfls-flacco/
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 07, 2024, 09:11:46 AM
Trubisky signs for the Bills.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 11, 2024, 12:18:02 PM
Russell Wilson signs with the Steelers for 1 year.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 16, 2024, 04:20:31 AM
About a million (mostly far worse than Fields) QBs have changed teams.

Makes me think we are genuinely waiting to see what Caleb is like before we make a decision on Fields.

Traded for Keenan Allen for a 4th Round Pick. He'll be 32 next month, but has never been a speedster and averaged over 95 yards per game last season.

Oh and some guy called Aaron Donald has retired.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 17, 2024, 08:53:17 PM
Steelers get Fields as well!!
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 18, 2024, 07:06:07 AM
Apparently turned down various offers, as Fields wanted to go to the Steelers.

Hopefully he beats out Wilson.

Do the Steelers have a decent Centre? Thought they were rubbish there, like we've been since Olin Kreutz retired.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: taylorsworkrate on March 18, 2024, 07:13:51 AM
a 6th round pick for Fields seems pretty poor business from Da Bears
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 18, 2024, 11:29:42 AM
Yep, not great for us. Could apparently have gotten more, but Fields would have beenout and out backup (guessing at the Eagles), so took offer from. Steelers.

Guess it doesn't hurt to show locker room that we've done right by such a popular player.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: usav on March 21, 2024, 11:50:24 AM
Do the Steelers have a decent Centre?

No, they badly need one.
Title: Re: The NFL Thread (with added College Football)
Post by: ADVILLAFAN on March 21, 2024, 05:55:39 PM
Do the Steelers have a decent Centre?

No, they badly need one.

Jackson Powers-Johnson maybe.

Can grab a WR later on.
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