NFL/NCAA (American Football)

[Calvin]

Still got the same boozer C?

Just moving to Shepherd's Bush to shore that up for a few months.

[Haymaker]

Just moving to Shepherd's Bush to shore that up for a few months.

Should be up town before I go, will pop in if I can.

[Haymaker]

HoF game cancelled! Another week without football

[Haymaker]

Tim Tebow is gonna play baseball! :hyper

[Haymaker]

Sitting in my local with a beer watching nfl football. Awesome.

Ok, it's preseason but still...

[DH1875]

Sitting in my local with a beer watching nfl football. Awesome.

Ok, it's preseason but still...

I'm sure you being a patsie has gone down well :greengrin

[DarrenSQH]

Good to have pre season football back. Saints D gave me a wee bit of hope last night for a better season.

[Haymaker]

I'm sure you being a patsie has gone down well :greengrin

Local landlord is a Browns fan so he is happy to watch some actual football :greengrin

[lugz]

Anyone else going to the NFL UK event next Tuesday at the usher hall? Looking forward to it and looking forward to seeing one of my fav players Greg Jennings.

[DarrenSQH]

Anyone else going to the NFL UK event next Tuesday at the usher hall? Looking forward to it and looking forward to seeing one of my fav players Greg Jennings.

He put the team on his back tho!

[brythehibby]

Have 2 spare tickets to the NFL fan event at the usher hall tonight if anyone wants them? Me and the Mrs both applied for tickets and both got them so only need 2. Let me know if anyone is interested.

[hibsbollah]

Interesting watching the fallout of the Kaepernick situation. Always interesting how the much lauded 'right to free speech' only applies so far in America, especially when some sort of social protest is concerned.

I agree with his stance, it's just unfortunate he's possibly my least favourite player!

[Gatecrasher]

Interesting watching the fallout of the Kaepernick situation. Always interesting how the much lauded 'right to free speech' only applies so far in America, especially when some sort of social protest is concerned.

I agree with his stance, it's just unfortunate he's possibly my least favourite player!

I kind of agreed with what Drew Brees had to say


"The great thing about this country is that we have the freedoms that allow you to speak out openly about any issue. So I'm not commenting on the issue itself because any person has the right to speak out on any issue they want. That's the great thing about being an American. But the American flag is what represents those freedoms. It represents the very freedom that Colin Kaepernick gets the opportunity to exercise by speaking out his opinion in a peaceful manner about that issue. …
"Like, it's an oxymoron that you're sitting down, disrespecting that flag that has given you the freedom to speak out."

Theres no doubt that theres a lot of problems in the US but as patriotic as a lot of people in the US seem to be, disrespecting the flag (country) that gives you the right to protest maybe isn't the best way to go. Kaepernick is lucky enough to be in a situation where his opinion will be heard above a lot of other peoples. I think he could have used his situation to his advantage in another way.

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On another note, College football starts this weekend, and with no hibs until Sunday I can get a full saturdays worth!

[nellio]

I've only just noticed this thread. I'm a huge NFL fan. Been to Wembley 3 times, going to Twickenham in October then to NYC to see Bears @ Giants in November.

Broncos fan, have been since the mid 90's.

I was at the kickoff event last night thought it was superb. Intresting comments re Ryan Tanehill and also what Reynols said about Kap!

[hibsbollah]

I kind of agreed with what Drew Brees had to say



Theres no doubt that theres a lot of problems in the US but as patriotic as a lot of people in the US seem to be, disrespecting the flag (country) that gives you the right to protest maybe isn't the best way to go. Kaepernick is lucky enough to be in a situation where his opinion will be heard above a lot of other peoples. I think he could have used his situation to his advantage in another way.

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On another note, College football starts this weekend, and with no hibs until Sunday I can get a full saturdays worth!

A lot of the pundits' response goes 'I respect his right to protest...as long as he doesn't do it like that'.

Which kind of missed the point of a right to protest, no?

I don't think it was the Stars and Stripes flag gave him the right to protest at all. It's an inalienable human right guaranteed by the Enlightenment (and implicit in native American and slave societies as well, come to that). This obsession about the sanctity of The Flag is a bit creepy, like its a religious icon or something.

But to the football...

Clearly the NFC will have all the quality as usual :greengrin but it's going to be an Arizona Pittsburgh Super Bowl with the Cards breaking their duck.

[Sylar]

I've only just noticed this thread. I'm a huge NFL fan. Been to Wembley 3 times, going to Twickenham in October then to NYC to see Bears @ Giants in November.

Broncos fan, have been since the mid 90's.

I was at the kickoff event last night thought it was superb. Intresting comments re Ryan Tanehill and also what Reynols said about Kap!

Welcome!

There's a cream for that, I'm sure? If not, have you tried therapy?


A lot of the pundits' response goes 'I respect his right to protest...as long as he doesn't do it like that'.

Which kind of missed the point of a right to protest, no?

I don't think it was the Stars and Stripes flag gave him the right to protest at all. It's an inalienable human right guaranteed by the Enlightenment (and implicit in native American and slave societies as well, come to that). This obsession about the sanctity of The Flag is a bit creepy, like its a religious icon or something.

But to the football...

Clearly the NFC will have all the quality as usual :greengrin but it's going to be an Arizona Pittsburgh Super Bowl with the Cards breaking their duck.

I'm definitely not looking forward to having to go into Arizona in week 1, especially without Brady. We've looked OK in the pre-season games without being spectacular, but that's a tough road trip to start off with.

[Haymaker]

Patriots to go unbeaten after Brady returns. 5th ring for The GOAT.

[Haymaker]

I've only just noticed this thread. I'm a huge NFL fan. Been to Wembley 3 times, going to Twickenham in October then to NYC to see Bears @ Giants in November.

Broncos fan, have been since the mid 90's.

I was at the kickoff event last night thought it was superb. Intresting comments re Ryan Tanehill and also what Reynols said about Kap!

Welcome, this thread is the best thing on dot net.

[Gatecrasher]

Welcome, this thread is the best thing on dot net.
well apart from the griffiths rumours :greengrin

[Gatecrasher]

A lot of the pundits' response goes 'I respect his right to protest...as long as he doesn't do it like that'.

Which kind of missed the point of a right to protest, no?

I don't think it was the Stars and Stripes flag gave him the right to protest at all. It's an inalienable human right guaranteed by the Enlightenment (and implicit in native American and slave societies as well, come to that). This obsession about the sanctity of The Flag is a bit creepy, like its a religious icon or something.

But to the football...

Clearly the NFC will have all the quality as usual :greengrin but it's going to be an Arizona Pittsburgh Super Bowl with the Cards breaking their duck.
I was thinking about it more from Kaeps point of view, no one is talking about the issues they are talking about him!

[Haymaker]

well apart from the griffiths rumours :greengrin

:hyper

[DarrenSQH]

I know its only preseason but the saints looked terrible again last night. Doesnt give me alot of hope for the season.

[SmithyHibee]

I know its only preseason but the saints looked terrible again last night. Doesnt give me alot of hope for the season.

Giants starting offensive line is like a sieve once again, can't believe we didn't try to address it in the draft or free agency, very worried

[Haymaker]

Giants starting offensive line is like a sieve once again, can't believe we didn't try to address it in the draft or free agency, very worried

You'll be the only team to beat The Patriots this season.

[lugz]

Bradford to the vikings for a first round pick next year and a 4th which can go to 3rd or 2nd depending on vikings success.

Eagles have absolutely shafted the vikings in this one.

[Haymaker]

Bradford to the vikings for a first round pick next year and a 4th which can go to 3rd or 2nd depending on vikings success.

Eagles have absolutely shafted the vikings in this one.

Yep. The Vikings were desperate and Philly knew it.

[hibsbollah]

Yep. The Vikings were desperate and Philly knew it.

He's expensive but it could work for them. AP and Bradford playing together at college is a definite bonus.

[Haymaker]

He's expensive but it could work for them. AP and Bradford playing together at college is a definite bonus.

It could work yeah. Sad for teddy as I really like him as a QB, horrible injury to get

[hibsbollah]

It could work yeah. Sad for teddy as I really like him as a QB, horrible injury to get

Not as sad as me, he's my QB in our fantasy league :boo hoo:

[Sylar]

That was an enjoyable start to our college football season! :thumbsup:

[Haymaker]

Not as sad as me, he's my QB in our fantasy league :boo hoo:

Oh dear!!

[E10 Rifle]

Anyone not in a Fantasy League and want to join one (I have one set-up but won't fill all spaces) or have one that they have spaces for and are drafting over the next few days...I'm interested.

(Apologies if this is all way back on the thread):tin hat:

[Sylar]

Anyone not in a Fantasy League and want to join one (I have one set-up but won't fill all spaces) or have one that they have spaces for and are drafting over the next few days...I'm interested.

(Apologies if this is all way back on the thread):tin hat:

We have an entire separate thread for the fantasy stuff :agree:

We are running our annual fantasy league with 10 of us for this year, but our draft was a few weeks ago now.

I'd certainly struggle to manage 2 so thanks for the invite, but not for me :aok:

[E10 Rifle]

[QUOTE=Sylar;4813026]We have an entire separate thread for the fantasy stuff :agree:

:doh:

[nellio]

Season starts tonight.

Cant wait to get this season underway, this is the most I've looked forward to a season in ages. :aok:

[HibsMax]

About Kaep's protest. It's not something that I would personally do but I believe it's his right to do so. I don't know anything about the guy personally but he seems to have a bad rap amongst a few (more than a few), but I don't care about that. The NFL is full of idiots and people who have done far worse than sit during a national anthem e.g., drugs, cheating, rape, murder, child abuse, etc.

What pisses me off is that some people are twisting around his protest into something that he's not protesting and then giving him crap for it. That is, the military. People were saying that he was disrespecting the military which affords us our freedoms even after he was interviewed and explicitly said that was not his intent.

The American national anthem also contains a couple of lines about slavery, so, yeah, there's that too:


O! say can you see, by the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming,
Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming?
And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there;
O! say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?

On the shore dimly seen through the mists of the deep,
Where the foe's haughty host in dread silence reposes,
What is that which the breeze, o'er the towering steep,
As it fitfully blows, half conceals, half discloses?
Now it catches the gleam of the morning's first beam,
In full glory reflected now shines in the stream:
'Tis the star-spangled banner, O! long may it wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.

And where is that band who so vauntingly swore
That the havoc of war and the battle's confusion,
A home and a country, should leave us no more?
Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps' pollution.
No refuge could save the hireling and slave
From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave:
And the star-spangled banner in triumph doth wave,
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.

O! thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand
Between their loved homes and the war's desolation.
Blest with vict'ry and peace, may the Heav'n rescued land
Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation!
Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just,
And this be our motto: 'In God is our trust (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_God_we_trust).'
And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!


Those two bolded lines refer to slaves who joined forces with the British and basically mean that any slave who opposed the US would live the rest of their lives in terror while they were hunted down, or they were killed.

[hibsbollah]

About Kaep's protest. It's not something that I would personally do but I believe it's his right to do so. I don't know anything about the guy personally but he seems to have a bad rap amongst a few (more than a few), but I don't care about that. The NFL is full of idiots and people who have done far worse than sit during a national anthem e.g., drugs, cheating, rape, murder, child abuse, etc.

What pisses me off is that some people are twisting around his protest into something that he's not protesting and then giving him crap for it. That is, the military. People were saying that he was disrespecting the military which affords us our freedoms even after he was interviewed and explicitly said that was not his intent.

The American national anthem also contains a couple of lines about slavery, so, yeah, there's that too:


Those two bolded lines refer to slaves who joined forces with the British and basically mean that any slave who opposed the US would live the rest of their lives in terror while they were hunted down, or they were killed.


:agree: Completely agree. There's something wrong when the media spin machine twists the actual issue, police violence against black people in the US, which deserves contemplation and thought, into something which is clearly inarguable in the current climate; 'armed forces deserve respect'.

But the interesting question politically is what is the motivation for the MSM spinning the story in this way? Having a dialogue about ending the current racial tension violence and bitterness would be in everyone's interests I would've thought?

I'm following the Dakota oil pipeline story online at the moment, and I'm totally shocked at the way this tribe is getting its lands violated without consultation or recompense, equally shocked by the reality of security men setting dogs on protestors, and also shocked by the almost total lack of coverage of both. I have quite politically aware friends in the states who were totally unaware it was even happening, it's not 'news', possibly because there's no celebrity involvement.

[James.]

Tebow signs for my....

New York Mets???

[MyJo]

Season starts tonight.

Cant wait to get this season underway, this is the most I've looked forward to a season in ages. :aok:

'Mon the panthers :thumbsup:

[Haymaker]

Tebow signs for my....

New York Mets???

Money spinner for both. It's what he is all about!

[McD]

About Kaep's protest. It's not something that I would personally do but I believe it's his right to do so. I don't know anything about the guy personally but he seems to have a bad rap amongst a few (more than a few), but I don't care about that. The NFL is full of idiots and people who have done far worse than sit during a national anthem e.g., drugs, cheating, rape, murder, child abuse, etc.

What pisses me off is that some people are twisting around his protest into something that he's not protesting and then giving him crap for it. That is, the military. People were saying that he was disrespecting the military which affords us our freedoms even after he was interviewed and explicitly said that was not his intent.

The American national anthem also contains a couple of lines about slavery, so, yeah, there's that too:


Those two bolded lines refer to slaves who joined forces with the British and basically mean that any slave who opposed the US would live the rest of their lives in terror while they were hunted down, or they were killed.



Its a really odd situation to observe. I agree it's his right to do, and I don't believe what he's doing shows any disrespect to the armed forces. He certainly seems to be getting more hassle than some of the others who've committed worse crimes as you've mentioned.

CK hasn't been a popular person in the states for sometime from what I've seen, I wonder if there's an element of that in the responses he's experienced.

[Sylar]

Couldn't stay up to watch that last night - was exhausted by 11pm.

Surprised at the score though - I expected absolutely nothing from Denver this year!

[HibsMax]

:agree: Completely agree. There's something wrong when the media spin machine twists the actual issue, police violence against black people in the US, which deserves contemplation and thought, into something which is clearly inarguable in the current climate; 'armed forces deserve respect'.

But the interesting question politically is what is the motivation for the MSM spinning the story in this way? Having a dialogue about ending the current racial tension violence and bitterness would be in everyone's interests I would've thought?

I'm following the Dakota oil pipeline story online at the moment, and I'm totally shocked at the way this tribe is getting its lands violated without consultation or recompense, equally shocked by the reality of security men setting dogs on protestors, and also shocked by the almost total lack of coverage of both. I have quite politically aware friends in the states who were totally unaware it was even happening, it's not 'news', possibly because there's no celebrity involvement.
The pipeline story should be getting a lot more coverage than it is but with everything else going on, does anyone really care? That is not my feeling, I'm wondering if that's what the MSM thinks though? With the Presidential race, they have lots of fodder. That said, the Oregon protest earlier this year got a lot more coverage so I"m not sure what the thinking is here. Hey, those Indian fellas should just get out of this country, get back to where they came from! (I'm sure someone has actually said that in the past).

At the end of the day the MSM gets to decide what the public needs to know about which is why I try to seek out other sources. Unfortunately all the sources I seem to find are biased one way or the other.

[HibsMax]

Couldn't stay up to watch that last night - was exhausted by 11pm.

Surprised at the score though - I expected absolutely nothing from Denver this year!
In two Pro Pickem leagues I am in I blew my load on Carolina last night. Fell asleep at 17-7 and woke up at 20-21. Bummer.

[HibernianJK]

I've been an NFL watcher for a while without really being a fan but starting to get into it a bit more concluding with entering my first fantast league with guys from work. Bengals fan personally. Had sucha great chance last year before Dalton went down. Be a bit tougher this season but can still see us in the playoffs :aok:

[Haymaker]

Had to autopick my second fantasy league. Ended up with Brees, Lacy, Gronk, ODBJ and the Panthers D. Ridiculous!

[hibsbollah]

The pipeline story should be getting a lot more coverage than it is but with everything else going on, does anyone really care? That is not my feeling, I'm wondering if that's what the MSM thinks though? With the Presidential race, they have lots of fodder. That said, the Oregon protest earlier this year got a lot more coverage so I"m not sure what the thinking is here. Hey, those Indian fellas should just get out of this country, get back to where they came from! (I'm sure someone has actually said that in the past).

At the end of the day the MSM gets to decide what the public needs to know about which is why I try to seek out other sources. Unfortunately all the sources I seem to find are biased one way or the other.

Obama rides to the rescue. The pipeline is suspended! And it's on Reuters!

http://mobile.reuters.com/article/idUSKCN11F2GX

I'll stop now before this gets moved to the holy ground...

[G-Reg]

I was on a while ago looking for help with picking a team and although I still haven't committed to a franchise I will be going to my 1st game tomorrow. I'm in with a few Packers fans at Jacksonville, does anyone have any predictions for the score? I'm still getting to grips with the game but you can't swith the tv or radio on over here without getting NFL content so my knowledge is getting better.

[The_Exile]

Woo hoo, NFL Sundays are back. I sat Kelvin Benjamin in my fantasy team as wasn't sure how many snaps he'd take on Thursday night after his ACL. 90 yards and a touchdown later I've got 15 points sitting on my bench, raging.

[The_Exile]

I was on a while ago looking for help with picking a team and although I still haven't committed to a franchise I will be going to my 1st game tomorrow. I'm in with a few Packers fans at Jacksonville, does anyone have any predictions for the score? I'm still getting to grips with the game but you can't swith the tv or radio on over here without getting NFL content so my knowledge is getting better.]

Jacksonville were the whipping boys of the NFL for the past few seasons but they've drafted really well this year and are a lot of peoples pick for the AFC south, should be a great game against a fantastic Packers offence. Enjoy the game!

[Gatecrasher]

Are we really going to have to watch draft Kings adverts every 2 mins?

[The_Exile]

Are we really going to have to watch draft Kings adverts every 2 mins?

They're a nightmare, I've already taken a real dislike to one of the guys in the advert and I'm hoping he gets smacked in the face during one of them :greengrin

Up there with the Dominos "two for Tuesday" ads they used to run, why run an ad for Tuesday's on a Sunday?!!! I mean wtf?!!

[DarrenSQH]

What a play! 98 yard TD to Cooks. Who Dat!

[Gatecrasher]

What a play! 98 yard TD to Cooks. Who Dat!

Has John Kuhn had a go yet?

They still call Eddie Lacy fat on Sky sports, that is so last season. He just tore the Jags a new one.

[Gatecrasher]

Tough game but well earned win, I think the jags will surprise a few this year.

[MyJo]

Woo hoo, NFL Sundays are back. I sat Kelvin Benjamin in my fantasy team as wasn't sure how many snaps he'd take on Thursday night after his ACL. 90 yards and a touchdown later I've got 15 points sitting on my bench, raging.

Im doing a fantasy league on NFL UK website and accidentally drafted the Jets Defence when there were much better options available.

After the draft i had a look at what defences were available and traded the jets for the redskins.

Then last week someone dropped the Vikings from thier line-up and i snapped them up........only i forgot to substitute them in for the redskins in my line up for today and they scored 21 points :doh:

I've also got Cam Newton as my QB1 and he scored a decent 21.16 points.......my QB2 is Jameis Winston who scored 25.54 and he was sitting on the bench.

[DarrenSQH]

Has John Kuhn had a go yet?

They still call Eddie Lacy fat on Sky sports, that is so last season. He just tore the Jags a new one.

He had about 2 runs I think. Got 1 first down.

Drew played almost perfect and we still lost. Can We just end the season now? [emoji85]

[Just Jimmy]

Giants. 1-0.

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[Haymaker]

Football!

[Haymaker]

Tom who?

[Sylar]

Jimmy G played well last night but no mistake, we were lucky. That low snap was a huge bit of luck on our part.

Still, I thought we looked solid in what was a tough road game, especially without Brady, Ninkovich and Gronkowski. Defensively, we didn't look fragile at all, even though Fitzgerald seemed to find some great routes/space.

[hibsbollah]

Jimmy G played well last night but no mistake, we were lucky. That low snap was a huge bit of luck on our part.

Still, I thought we looked solid in what was a tough road game, especially without Brady, Ninkovich and Gronkowski. Defensively, we didn't look fragile at all, even though Fitzgerald seemed to find some great routes/space.

I've just watched the highlights, I've got no reason to change my prediction of the cards for the Super Bowl. Johnson, Fitzgerald and Palmer all looked explosive, although I was surprised how many tackles their much vaunted D missed. Honey Badger due back in a few weeks will add some power to their defensive backfield too.

Just a strong team all over the field. You must be cheesin you beat them :greengrin
I also liked the look of Alex Smith and the Chiefs. another dark horse?

[Gatecrasher]

The Rams - that's some 7-9 BS! (those who watched Hard Knocks will get that)

[DarrenSQH]

The Rams - that's some 7-9 BS! (those who watched Hard Knocks will get that)

I think that phrase might come back to haunt him.

[Gatecrasher]

There's a good game on between Old Miss and Alabama if anyone is interested.

[Haymaker]

3rd string QB and we still win.

[Sylar]

Looks like Jimmy G is out for 6 weeks!

Was really pleased we got the win as he was absolutely lighting Miami up - he looked phenomenal and a definite future replacement for Brady when he retires. He looked so comfortable, stepped out of the pocket well and his passing is laser guided!

Was such an unnecessary tackle that hurt him - ball was well gone when he was hit!

[DarrenSQH]

Saints manage to get beat withtout the D even giving up a TD.

Once we start playing good teams this year i really fear for us.

[Gatecrasher]

Disappointing loss last night, the vikings are a good team but without Bridgewater and AP being rubbish I expected more.

[nellio]

Really pleased with the Broncos being 2-0 after plying Carolina and Indi! Impressed with Trev at QB

[Haymaker]

:faf:

[hibsbollah]

:faf:

Nice debut, although his TD showcased some of the worst professional attempts at tackling a QB I've ever seen :faf: it seems to be all about the running game for you guys these days.

[Sylar]

Just, wow...

3rd string rookie QB and he looked like a seasoned pro! Composed in the pocket, runs the option brilliantly and has a great looking arm!

Great defense/special teams performance too. What a great night! :thumbsup:

[Haymaker]

Nice debut, although his TD showcased some of the worst professional attempts at tackling a QB I've ever seen :faf: it seems to be all about the running game for you guys these days.

Until the GOAT is back.

3-0 and the RGs plan isn't looking so good! We'll get high picks for both Jimmy G and Jacoby B. Thanks!

[Gatecrasher]

How on earth did the pats win 27-0 with a 3rd string QB?

[Haymaker]

How on earth did the pats win 27-0 with a 3rd string QB?

It's brilliant isn't it :greengrin

[hibsbollah]

How on earth did the pats win 27-0 with a 3rd string QB?

...by running the ball all game :greengrin
Completely destroyed one of the best defensive lines in football. Ridiculous how many ways they can beat you.

...they'll still **** it up when they play proper playoff teams though.

[Haymaker]

...by running the ball all game :greengrin
Completely destroyed one of the best defensive lines in football. Ridiculous how many ways they can beat you.

...they'll still **** it up when they play proper playoff teams though.

Nope, undefeated :greengrin

[Sylar]

...by running the ball all game :greengrin
Completely destroyed one of the best defensive lines in football. Ridiculous how many ways they can beat you.

...they'll still **** it up when they play proper playoff teams though.

By your reckoning, Arizona are Superbowl bound - what classes as a 'proper playoff team' if not them?

[hibsbollah]

By your reckoning, Arizona are Superbowl bound - what classes as a 'proper playoff team' if not them?

:fishin:

As you'll know, its all about your form in December and January. But a very respectable start. Unlike Seattle who have recorded 5 FGs and no TDs in our first two games.

[Gatecrasher]

A bit nervy at the end but a wins a win going into the bye week.

[Sylar]

:fishin:

As you'll know, its all about your form in December and January. But a very respectable start. Unlike Seattle who have recorded 5 FGs and no TDs in our first two games.

I think you've jinxed the Cardinals! :greengrin

[hibsbollah]

I think you've jinxed the Cardinals! :greengrin

I know, the Bills too!
Nice to get back on form by hammering the whiners at CLink.

[DH1875]

I know, the Bills too!
Nice to get back on form by hammering the whiners at CLink.

Roll on next week :greengrin. Jets schedule sucks big time this year and don't see us winning anytime soon :bsod:

[Gatecrasher]

What about that Eagles QB, that guy looks good!

[Pretty Boy]

What about that Eagles QB, that guy looks good!

Was about to post about him.

Looks the part, reads the defence well and is very comfortable in and out the pocket. Looks a good bit of draft business by the Eagles.

[hibsbollah]

Was about to post about him.

Looks the part, reads the defence well and is very comfortable in and out the pocket. Looks a good bit of draft business by the Eagles.

I couldn't believe that score. Shutting down the Pittsburgh offence was equally as impressive as their own offensive display. The Eagles for the Superbowl? surely not...

[McD]

I couldn't believe that score. Shutting down the Pittsburgh offence was equally as impressive as their own offensive display. The Eagles for the Superbowl? surely not...


:agree:

The eagles led are looking very decent so far, QB very impressive

[DarrenSQH]

Lost all hope for this season. Wasting the end of Drews career.

[Pretty Boy]

Lost all hope for this season. Wasting the end of Drews career.

Try supporting Miami.

We are pretty close to being the worst team in the league. Limping past a injury ravaged Cleveland is not much of a cause for optimism.

[McD]

Try supporting Miami.

We are pretty close to being the worst team in the league. Limping past a injury ravaged Cleveland is not much of a cause for optimism.


The Bears are a reason to start drinking :rolleyes: I only get through the season is by having low expectations in the first place :greengrin

[HibernianJK]

Not a great start from the Bengals due to poor offensive execution and dodgy refereeing calls.

On the road at Miami tomorrow so hopefully can kick start the season.

[hibsbollah]

Not a great start from the Bengals due to poor offensive execution and dodgy refereeing calls.

On the road at Miami tomorrow so hopefully can kick start the season.

I just watched the highlights. It's a mystery how Tannehill has reached the top of his profession and stayed there despite being næ very good. You'll need to beat better teams than the Dolphins.

[Pretty Boy]

I just watched the highlights. It's a mystery how Tannehill has reached the top of his profession and stayed there despite being næ very good. You'll need to beat better teams than the Dolphins.

I've always defended Ryan Tannehill. He has had zero protection in the last 2/3 years and takes some big hits but generally just gets up and gets on with it. I'm sure he holds the league record for most times sacked.

It's becoming harder to do though. In Landry, Stills and Parker he has a very good receiving corps (although I doubt Landry will hang about when he gets the 1st chance to go). Increasingly even when he has protection he is hesitant and his decision making is questionable. Some of the audibles he has called thus far this season have been strange to say the least and I question his ability to read a defence.

I think the Tannehill experiment is over for Miami and I'd be tempted to shuffle the roster and bring Doughty in from the practice squad to play a few and see how he does.

[hibsbollah]

I've always defended Ryan Tannehill. He has had zero protection in the last 2/3 years and takes some big hits but generally just gets up and gets on with it. I'm sure he holds the league record for most times sacked.

It's becoming harder to do though. In Landry, Stills and Parker he has a very good receiving corps (although I doubt Landry will hang about when he gets the 1st chance to go). Increasingly even when he has protection he is hesitant and his decision making is questionable. Some of the audibles he has called thus far this season have been strange to say the least and I question his ability to read a defence.

I think the Tannehill experiment is over for Miami and I'd be tempted to shuffle the roster and bring Doughty in from the practice squad to play a few and see how he does.

His yards per completion is one of the lowest in the league as well, he's a percentage player who dumps off short passes a lot and therefore he doesn't throw many INTs (although this may also be a result of pass rush in his face as you rightly say), but in a pass happy league with all the rule changes making it more so, he's not really a franchise guy. His times up surely.

[Pretty Boy]

Colts and Jags not exactly serving up a classic thus far at Wembley.

[hibsbollah]

Colts and Jags not exactly serving up a classic thus far at Wembley.

The atmosphere sounds very flat.

[Haymaker]

The atmosphere sounds very flat.

Not a surprise, Wembley games can be like that if the games gone a bit flat. It's a great day out but unless it's your team it's a bit like watching a friendly.

I've been to a few games but because the crowd is so split it's not going to create much atmosphere.

[hibsbollah]

Rex Ryan!

[McD]

A win! A WIN! :partyhibb:woohoo:

[DarrenSQH]

Saints actually won after being behind by 13 with 5 to play.

Chargers Fumble, Saints TD, Charger Fumble, Saint TD, Interception.

The second fumble the Charger wasent even touched. He just lets go of the ball.

[Gatecrasher]

Saints actually won after being behind by 13 with 5 to play.

Chargers Fumble, Saints TD, Charger Fumble, Saint TD, Interception.

The second fumble the Charger wasent even touched. He just lets go of the ball.
Don't forget KKKKUUUHHHNNNNN!!!

[nellio]

Was impressed with Paxton Lynch last night for Denver. Throws the ball with real zing and moves very quick for such a big lad. Very athletic. Needs to work on his long throw accuracy though.

[HibernianJK]

I just watched the highlights. It's a mystery how Tannehill has reached the top of his profession and stayed there despite being næ very good. You'll need to beat better teams than the Dolphins.

That's true and they're probably the poorest team we will play all season.

Comfortable win but poor 3rd down and RedZone execution will cost us against better teams (see Steelers and Broncos.)

Eifert coming back this week should help on a long week. Dallas looking good with Elliot picking up and Prescott more than holding his own.

[Sylar]

Bold prediction time: We'll lose in Cleveland tonight.

[Haymaker]

Bold prediction time: We'll lose in Cleveland tonight.

Bedwetter! :greengrin

[DH1875]

Another defeat for the Jets and we are in Arizona next week. Said it before but our schedule this year is atrocious. Proper Tom Kite IMO.

[DarrenSQH]

Eagles cost me my NFL coupon with that fumble at the end. Even had taken a few handicap bets on it and it was all in until they did that.

[Sylar]

Bedwetter! :greengrin

With all the hype around TB, I just wasn't convinced.

Great first half performance though - just wish we'd kept it going.

[Pretty Boy]

His yards per completion is one of the lowest in the league as well, he's a percentage player who dumps off short passes a lot and therefore he doesn't throw many INTs (although this may also be a result of pass rush in his face as you rightly say), but in a pass happy league with all the rule changes making it more so, he's not really a franchise guy. His times up surely.

8 first downs for only 200 yards yesterday, 13 minutes less time in possession than the Titans and 1 touchdown on offence. Tannehill has now thrown 7 interceptions to 6 TD passes this season. Yet Gase says post game he isn't going to accept anyone questioning Tannehill and he will play every game he is fit for. Obviously the problems run deeper than one man but a QB on the kind of contract Tannehill is on needs to be producing more.

I've said before and I'll say again we are the worst team in the league. A 1-15 or 2-14 record wouldn't suprise me one bit.

[Haymaker]

With all the hype around TB, I just wasn't convinced.

Great first half performance though - just wish we'd kept it going.

Always believe in Tom.

[Gatecrasher]

8 first downs for only 200 yards yesterday, 13 minutes less time in possession than the Titans and 1 touchdown on offence. Tannehill has now thrown 7 interceptions to 6 TD passes this season. Yet Gase says post game he isn't going to accept anyone questioning Tannehill and he will play every game he is fit for. Obviously the problems run deeper than one man but a QB on the kind of contract Tannehill is on needs to be producing more.

I've said before and I'll say again we are the worst team in the league. A 1-15 or 2-14 record wouldn't suprise me one bit.
I picked Rodgers as my starter as GB were on a bye last week went to check how my team was getting in that prick tannehill was in my team, raging isn't even close.

[DarrenSQH]

Nice to see the Panthers lose again last night. Really cant stand them.

Falcons seem to be running away with the NFC South.

[Gatecrasher]

Nice to see the Panthers lose again last night. Really cant stand them.

Falcons seem to be running away with the NFC South.

I really don't like them either, they do TD dances for a 1st down ffs. My brother who doesn't watch the NFL caught a bit of the Panthers when I was watching RedZone and he was asking if its like that all the time, thankfully not!

[Pretty Boy]

Not sure who these imposters are in aqua and white tonight but they almost resemble a football team.

[Hibbie_Cameron]

Not sure who these imposters are in aqua and white tonight but they almost resemble a football team.

I have no idea where that came from. RT playing well and we have a running game. Lets hope we can build on it:agree:

[hibsbollah]

I have no idea where that came from. RT playing well and we have a running game. Lets hope we can build on it:agree:

Hard to believe. I had Ajayi on my fantasy bench and he weighed in with 32+ points? :grr:

[Sylar]

Welcome back Mr Gronkowski!

[Gatecrasher]

So............ The Packers are *****. Rodgers looks like a deer in the headlights, receivers are dropping everything and our good run defence got ran over

[Haymaker]

The Jets suck.

Not even in a jokey "I'm a patriots fan so must say that way". They truly suck.

[Sylar]

The Jets suck.

Not even in a jokey "I'm a patriots fan so must say that way". They truly suck.

Yet you just know we'll make it challenging playing against them!

[DH1875]

The Jets suck.

Not even in a jokey "I'm a patriots fan so must say that way". They truly suck.

Your not wrong :agree:


Yet you just know we'll make it challenging playing against them!

Your not wrong either :agree::greengrin

[Just Jimmy]

The Jets suck.

Not even in a jokey "I'm a patriots fan so must say that way". They truly suck.
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[Haymaker]

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:greengrin

[nellio]

Flying down to South to go to Twickenham on Sunday. Should be a good game. Anyone else here going down?

[Haymaker]

Every prime time game this season has sucked.

[Sylar]

Marshmallow Hoyer was my backup QB this week, as Cam Newton is on his bye week...

1.96 points after breaking his arm.

[Gatecrasher]

Every prime time game this season has sucked.

Dunno last night was pretty good!

[Haymaker]

Dunno last night was pretty good!

It sucked at the time of posting! It did get better though.

[Pretty Boy]

Anyone got Jay Ajayi in their fantasy team? Looks in the mood today.

[hibsbollah]

Anyone got Jay Ajayi in their fantasy team? Looks in the mood today.

After last week's heroics I had to promote him from the bench!

[Gatecrasher]

Those Dolphins shirts are nice

[Pretty Boy]

Those Dolphins shirts are nice

Proper Miami uniforms as opposed to the teal efforts with the seaworld logo that have replaced them.

[hibsbollah]

a very nice play on that drive by the much maligned Tannehill.
Vikings losing their perfect record today.

[Sylar]

My ESPN must be broken. It says the Jets are winning.

[Pretty Boy]

A fit offensive line has made a huge difference the last couple of weeks. Tunsil has been superb today.

[Sylar]

We pounded the Steelers last night without the points to really reflect it! Bit ineffective at times!

Next week is a big week for us - after the 16-0 home loss, here's hoping for some revenge on the road in Buffalo!

[DH1875]

Jets erm..............Win :thumbsup:

[Haymaker]

The Texans are paying Brock $72m? Holy **** I must be worth a couple million

[DarrenSQH]

The Texans are paying Brock $72m? Holy **** I must be worth a couple million

So far its got to be up there with one of the worst QB deals ever. I mean Matt Cassell only got 62 million over 2 years more with the Chiefs in a similar scenario.

[Sylar]

Jets erm..............Win :thumbsup:

At a cost it seems - Smith injured and back to Fitzpatrick going forward!

Also, Penn State...really? :greengrin

[DH1875]

Also, Penn State...really? :greengrin

You've been waiting on that wee smiley greengrin for a long time. Some dodgy calls all round, no excuses though, our luck just finally ran out. Still, should never have been in that position.

Roll on the 26th November and we will see who is grinning :greengrin:greengrin:greengrin.

[nellio]

The Texans are paying Brock $72m? Holy **** I must be worth a couple million

No wonder the Bronco's wouldn't match up that money. Thought it was a crazy deal at the time as only ever started a few games for us!!

Now we have Seimien who is on about 500K a year and is doing just as well if not better!!

[hibsbollah]

http://www.theplayerstribune.com/richard-sherman-nfl-celebrations-personal-conduct-policy/

[Pretty Boy]

Delighted that Miami are going to be in London again next year, home game v the Saints.

[hibsbollah]

http://www.theplayerstribune.com/richard-sherman-nfl-celebrations-personal-conduct-policy/

In a new low for officialdom tonight in the Hawks Saints game. Earl Thomas scores a TD on a fumble recovery, has a laugh with the official and then hugs him. The result? 15 yard penalty. :rolleyes:

[Haymaker]

26th win over buffalo for the GOAT. Ripping up the stats as well!

[DarrenSQH]

Great win yesterday v the seahawks. Surprised we kept Jimmy so Quiet.

Also getting to see my saints at wembley next year. Brilliant.

[Pretty Boy]

Great win yesterday v the seahawks. Surprised we kept Jimmy so Quiet.

Also getting to see my saints at wembley next year. Brilliant.

I just hope it's a good game. I've been to 2 of the 3 Miami games here and they have both been awful. A defeat to the Giants in our 1-15 season and a loss to the Jets last year. We've lookee a different team the last 2 weeks so hopefully it's sign of an upward spiral starting (not before time if it is).

[DarrenSQH]

I just hope it's a good game. I've been to 2 of the 3 Miami games here and they have both been awful. A defeat to the Giants in our 1-15 season and a loss to the Jets last year. We've lookee a different team the last 2 weeks so hopefully it's sign of an upward spiral starting (not before time if it is).

I remember leaving wembley 7 years ago and heading to a pub to watch the Saints @ Dolphins in the later game. One of my favourite games ever. I think Saints were down by 21 when we got into the bar. Superb night.

[Gatecrasher]

Great win yesterday v the seahawks. Surprised we kept Jimmy so Quiet.

Also getting to see my saints at wembley next year. Brilliant.

My big bro is going to see the Saints play the 49ers at the weekend. I think he is going as a 49er as he is visiting the city but I warned him that the Saints are starting to look like a good team again.

[Pretty Boy]

Good start from Carson Wentz. 2 possessions, 2 picks.

[Pretty Boy]

Both lead to touchdowns just to add insult to injury.

[Pretty Boy]

Jay Ajayi is on fire at the moment. A 'bad' day sees him end up with 111 yards and a touchdown against the meanest rush defence in the league.

[Haymaker]

I watched the Jets suck in a bar full of moaning jets fans. Half price wings and beers too. Basically heaven.

[DarrenSQH]

My big bro is going to see the Saints play the 49ers at the weekend. I think he is going as a 49er as he is visiting the city but I warned him that the Saints are starting to look like a good team again.

A good win to gewt us back to 4-4.

The most rushing yards we have ever had in the Payton-Drew era.

[Gatecrasher]

A good win to gewt us back to 4-4.

The most rushing yards we have ever had in the Payton-Drew era.

it was game I would have enjoyed but he's never watched nfl before and he said he preferred the nhl when he went to see ny rangers a few years back. He has tickets for the basketball and ice hockey again.

I think the saints could be a outsider to make it if they tighten the defence a bit.

[hibsbollah]

I watched the Jets suck in a bar full of moaning jets fans. Half price wings and beers too. Basically heaven.

:faf:

I am predicting a rubbish game tonight with defenses dominating. Russell Wilson is badly off form. Maybe 9-6 Buffalo In overtime.

[Haymaker]

:faf:
.

If only it had been free wings and beer...

[Haymaker]

Seattle buffalo actually entertaining!

[Pretty Boy]

Seattle buffalo actually entertaining!

Great red zone defence from the Seahawks at the end.

[hibsbollah]

Exciting game goes to the last few seconds, Ryan losing his nut at the refs, Russell seemingly injury free again and Seattle win.

That's why I don't bet :greengrin

[Sylar]

We must be approaching winning our conference already - great weekend for us with both the Bills and Jets losing.

I totally forgot my fantasy lineup this week and ended up with 4 players in my team on a bye - James also had 3 players on a bye - shame it's been so inactive this year. Think I'll probably drop it next year.

[HibernianJK]

Don't think anyone wants to win the AFC North. Ravens beating the Steelers keeps the Bengals in the hun with 2 v Ravens and 1 v Pitt to play.

I don't think Baltimore are that good a team and we have greater overall talent but have struggled to convert that into wins thus far.

[Gatecrasher]

Don't think anyone wants to win the AFC North. Ravens beating the Steelers keeps the Bengals in the hun with 2 v Ravens and 1 v Pitt to play.

I don't think Baltimore are that good a team and we have greater overall talent but have struggled to convert that into wins thus far.

I think we can count the Browns out, looking at their schedule winning no games looks very possible.

I cant count out the Steelers, i know they were bad at the weekend but they can still grind out results

I expected more from the Bengals this year,

Ravens IMO are a bit like the Steelers they can grind results out at times.


If i were to take a punt i would go for a toss up between the bengals and steelers.

Steelers
Bengals
Ravens
Browns

[Haymaker]

We must be approaching winning our conference already - great weekend for us with both the Bills and Jets losing.

I totally forgot my fantasy lineup this week and ended up with 4 players in my team on a bye - James also had 3 players on a bye - shame it's been so inactive this year. Think I'll probably drop it next year.

Ryan pretty much conceded the division after we beat them.

[Pretty Boy]

We must be approaching winning our conference already - great weekend for us with both the Bills and Jets losing.

I totally forgot my fantasy lineup this week and ended up with 4 players in my team on a bye - James also had 3 players on a bye - shame it's been so inactive this year. Think I'll probably drop it next year.

You will walk the division again, Jets will finish bottom and us and the Bills are in a battle for 2nd. Looking at the AFC at the moment I don't think it's going to take a particularly brilliant record to clinch a wild card spot so I'm fairly optimistic.

[hibsbollah]

Nice win over the Patriots last night. Wilson had an easy night, back to his best, and another outstanding goal line stand late in the 4th to preserve the win. Whatever the stats say, I'd rather have our D than any other in the league.

[Haymaker]

Disappointed to lose last night, tough game against the Seahawks.

[Pretty Boy]

Another win for the Dolphins, albeit with the aid of a total meltdown from Rivers in the 4th quarter.

Right in the hunt for a wild card place now, with a winnable game in LA this weekend. That was unthinkable a few weeks ago and steady progress definitely being made.

[Just Jimmy]

Giants win 4 in a row and are 3 games above .500 for the first time since 2012. Up next are the Jeffreyless Bears. The next 2 should be games they aim to win to have a shot. They actually have the 3rd best record in the league right now on form and would be 5th seed if the playoff hunt ended today. They have beat both Dallas and Baltimore, the teams that lead their divisions they have played. NFC east looks like the best division in football right now and it's going to come down to the division games to win it. Worst I see Dallas going is 12-4. It may come down to the game at Giants Stadium. If the Giants win they'll hold the tie break.

Either way I'm feeling so much better about this team than I did early doors.

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[HibernianJK]

The Bengals are just quite a boring team this year.

Issues both side of the ball and 0 protection for Dalton whatsoever.

Can't believe Baltimore are top of the division.

Although nobody is out of it bar the Browns.

[SmithyHibee]

Giants win 4 in a row and are 3 games above .500 for the first time since 2012. Up next are the Jeffreyless Bears. The next 2 should be games they aim to win to have a shot. They actually have the 3rd best record in the league right now on form and would be 5th seed if the playoff hunt ended today. They have beat both Dallas and Baltimore, the teams that lead their divisions they have played. NFC east looks like the best division in football right now and it's going to come down to the division games to win it. Worst I see Dallas going is 12-4. It may come down to the game at Giants Stadium. If the Giants win they'll hold the tie break.

Either way I'm feeling so much better about this team than I did early doors.

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Happy to see a fellow Giants fan on the board! We're improving each week and seem to have steered clear from injuries for a change apart from some trouble at safety which Collins has masked and our front getting pressure has helped the replacement Adams. Still reckon to stand any shot this year we really need to up our running game, hoping Perkins comes into it more but he has some issues with pass protection he needs to try improve on. Still hopeful as ever and the wildcard might suit us as it has done before, we never do things the easy way!

[Gatecrasher]

Can one of the Seahawks tell me a little about Michael? Packers just picked him up.

[hibsbollah]

Can one of the Seahawks tell me a little about Michael? Packers just picked him up.

he has all the tools you'd want from a RB, nice cutback, has stamina to get 20+ carries a game but doesn't seem to break the long run very often. The fact hes been cut from our squad twice now as soon as the #1 guys get fit again shows the coaches dont rate him enough to be a regular starter.

[Just Jimmy]

Happy to see a fellow Giants fan on the board! We're improving each week and seem to have steered clear from injuries for a change apart from some trouble at safety which Collins has masked and our front getting pressure has helped the replacement Adams. Still reckon to stand any shot this year we really need to up our running game, hoping Perkins comes into it more but he has some issues with pass protection he needs to try improve on. Still hopeful as ever and the wildcard might suit us as it has done before, we never do things the easy way!
Yeah all valid points. I love that Mac plays Rookies. If they mess up he doesn't hide them. He benched Apple last week then the kid played every snap on D at the weekend past and played well.

Andrew Adams has been a surprise. He looked good preseason but he's really grown. Hopefully he can keep it up. You're right about Collins. The guy has to be in the conversation for Defensive POY.

I'm not overly worried about the run game. I would settle for functional. Just running out the clock or picking up 3rd and short for a 1st down would suit me. I'm not convinced any of the backs we have are actually that talented. Perkins may well become a solid change of pace back but he's not an every down guy. Jennings is bang average. We do miss Vereen but more for screen plays. It is easy to blame the O Line but Amahd Bradshaw wouldn't be running for a measly 2 yards per carry behind this line that's for sure.

We're getting better every week. Next 2 games are winable but we should be careful and respect both. That will take us to 8 and 3. I see us going 10 and 6 maybe 11 and 5. I think we'll need to beat Dallas at home and probably win in Philly. It's not going to be smooth but it's so much better to be able to be in the hunt than the last 4 rubbish years.

Here's a prediction. Both wildcards for the NFC come from the NFC East. Dallas, Philly and Us all go to the playoffs.

Check out a board called "big blue huddle" it's all older guys and they are by far the most knowledgeable Giants fans I know. It's brilliant football talk. I tail gated with some of them when i was over a couple of times.

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[Just Jimmy]

Can one of the Seahawks tell me a little about Michael? Packers just picked him up.
He'll be a decent change of pace back behind Lacy. I don't know what his ST play is like but he's a solid pick up at this time of the season.

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[nellio]

Happy to see a fellow Giants fan on the board! We're improving each week and seem to have steered clear from injuries for a change apart from some trouble at safety which Collins has masked and our front getting pressure has helped the replacement Adams. Still reckon to stand any shot this year we really need to up our running game, hoping Perkins comes into it more but he has some issues with pass protection he needs to try improve on. Still hopeful as ever and the wildcard might suit us as it has done before, we never do things the easy way!

I'm going to Metlife on Sunday for the Giants / Bears game. Cannot wait!

I've adopted the giants as my 2nd team now so going to buy myself a jersey whilst I'm there. Might get an OBJ jersey.

[Just Jimmy]

I'm going to Metlife on Sunday for the Giants / Bears game. Cannot wait!

I've adopted the giants as my 2nd team now so going to buy myself a jersey whilst I'm there. Might get an OBJ jersey.
Buy from Modells or such like before you go to Metlife because it's much cheaper.

It's a great stadium. Enjoy it and i hope the Giants win.

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[Haymaker]

So I never win competitions. Never. Tonight my local bar was doing a promo for their new draft beer (modelos) $3 and your name goes in the hat for the prize.

I win.

A signed Brandon Marshall jets Jersey.

Fml

[nellio]

Buy from Modells or such like before you go to Metlife because it's much cheaper.

It's a great stadium. Enjoy it and i hope the Giants win.

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Yeeah "gotta go to Moe's!"" There's one near our hotel so i'll go there. The other half wants a giants hoodie so we will go on the the Saturday before the game.

Playing the bears so should get a win!

[DarrenSQH]

Saints losing a game mainly due to special team errors again last night.

3 blocked and returned kicks have us at 4-6 instead of 7 and 3.

so Frustrating to watch.

[DH1875]

So I never win competitions. Never. Tonight my local bar was doing a promo for their new draft beer (modelos) $3 and your name goes in the hat for the prize.

I win.

A signed Brandon Marshall jets Jersey.

Fml

Much you wanting for it :wink:

[Haymaker]

Much you wanting for it :wink:

I'm giving it to my God Son for Xmas. Unfortunately he is a Jets fan. Saves me buying him one! :greengrin

[DH1875]

I'm giving it to my God Son for Xmas. Unfortunately he is a Jets fan. Saves me buying him one! :greengrin

Ain't much fun being a Jets fan. You should do the kid a favour and give the jersey to me and buy him a Packers one instead :greengrin

[Sylar]

I'm going over to the US to visit my very close friend next year, who lives about half an hour from South Bend and she's taking me to see Notre Dame vs Navy, including tailgating beforehand.

Really can't wait to experience a college game live again - they're something pretty special!:thumbsup:

[Haymaker]

Ain't much fun being a Jets fan. You should do the kid a favour and give the jersey to me and buy him a Packers one instead :greengrin

His dad would kill me! He hates the packers.

[DH1875]

Also, Penn State...really? :greengrin

Looking more and more increasingly like Penn State are gonna win the division :shocked:. Pretty sure if they win tonight and next week then its theirs because we will beat you next week.

[DH1875]

His dad would kill me! He hates the packers.


Alright,the Seahawks then :wink:.

[Sergio sledge]

I'm going over to the US to visit my very close friend next year, who lives about half an hour from South Bend and she's taking me to see Notre Dame vs Navy, including tailgating beforehand.

Really can't wait to experience a college game live again - they're something pretty special!:thumbsup:

This time next week I'll be in Oxford, Mississippi watching Ole Miss vs Mississippi State, I can't wait to see a college game live for the first time!

Heading to Atlanta the day after for the Falcons against the Cardinals which should be good too.

[McD]

Yeeah "gotta go to Moe's!"" There's one near our hotel so i'll go there. The other half wants a giants hoodie so we will go on the the Saturday before the game.

Playing the bears so should get a win!


Bears are really struggling this season, be a few big changes next year I think

[Pretty Boy]

Dolphins and Rams game isn't exactly edge of the seat stuff.

[hibsbollah]

Dolphins and Rams game isn't exactly edge of the seat stuff.

Not often you punt ten times and still win the game!

[Pretty Boy]

Not often you punt ten times and still win the game!
Tannehill and Parker stepped it up big time in the 4th.


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[Pretty Boy]

Taking winning ugly to new heights but 5 in a row and into the wildcard spot.

[hibsbollah]

Taking winning ugly to new heights but 5 in a row and into the wildcard spot.

If the season ended today I think you still need to catch one of the 2nd and 3rd placed AFC west teams to get a wild card...you might still catch the pats of course!

[Pretty Boy]

If the season ended today I think you still need to catch one of the 2nd and 3rd placed AFC west teams to get a wild card...you might still catch the pats of course!
Yep, just had another look and you're spot on. KC losing today was a big result, we should be beating the 49ers at home next week and the Chiefs play the Broncos as well so it's likely one of them will lose

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[hibsbollah]

Yep, just had another look and you're spot on. KC losing today was a big result, we should be beating the 49ers at home next week and the Chiefs play the Broncos as well so it's likely one of them will lose

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You also conclude on week 17 with a home game against New England, could be quite a finish.

[Haymaker]

8-2. Go pats go.

[Haymaker]

My local high school is in the New Jersey state championship game being held at Metlife stadium. Few of the parents of the kids I coach have invited us to the game which is cool. Only problem is they play in maroon!!

[Sylar]

Happy Thanksgiving one and all (to those of you who are in America, have American family, are American or just wish you were :greengrin) - if nothing else, it means bonus NFL tonight!

Vikings @ Lions
Redskins @ Cowboys
Steelers @ Colts

HUGE weekend ahead too for DH and I: Michigan @ Ohio State on Saturday (which, I think we'll lose, as good as we've been this season - tough to go into Columbus and win!) and then New England @ the New Jersey Jets on Sunday!

[DarrenSQH]

Looking forward to the games on tonight.

I predict Lions, Skins and Colts wins.

[DH1875]

Happy Thanksgiving one and all (to those of you who are in America, have American family, are American or just wish you were :greengrin) - if nothing else, it means bonus NFL tonight!

Vikings @ Lions
Redskins @ Cowboys
Steelers @ Colts

HUGE weekend ahead too for DH and I: Michigan @ Ohio State on Saturday (which, I think we'll lose, as good as we've been this season - tough to go into Columbus and win!) and then New England @ the New Jersey Jets on Sunday!

Pretty sure the Vikings v Lions game is on pick TV or some channel like that if you don't have SKY sports.

Cracking weekend of football ahead. Reckon we will win on Saturday but pretty sure Penn State win the division in that event. What happens if you guys win and Penn State win? See that they moved the kickoff for the Jets game forward. Even the TV companies are expecting a white wash. Surprising though as the patsies ain't that bad :greengrin. Seriously though, expecting nothing short of a doin on Sunday and reckon it could get pretty messy. A bit like me on Saturday so hopefully I'll be in my bed with a hangover and not giving a flying duck what happens on Sunday :greengrin.

[Radium]

Pretty sure the Vikings v Lions game is on pick TV or some channel like that if you don't have SKY sports.

Cracking weekend of football ahead. Reckon we will win on Saturday but pretty sure Penn State win the division in that event. What happens if you guys win and Penn State win? See that they moved the kickoff for the Jets game forward. Even the TV companies are expecting a white wash. Surprising though as the patsies ain't that bad :greengrin. Seriously though, expecting nothing short of a doin on Sunday and reckon it could get pretty messy. A bit like me on Saturday so hopefully I'll be in my bed with a hangover and not giving a flying duck what happens on Sunday :greengrin.

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[Sergio sledge]

Sitting in Memphis waiting for the turkey to cook and watching the Lions v Vikings game. This is the life!

[Pretty Boy]

Cowboys v Skins is looking like it could be a very good game. Decent 1st quarter thus far.

[hibsbollah]

Cowboys v Skins is looking like it could be a very good game. Decent 1st quarter thus far.

Watch La'el Collins, the Cowboys guard. Never seems to miss a block and no wonder Elliott is getting so many yards running behind that line.

Edit-that's not his name :faf: but its the #65 left guard, next time you watch the Cowboys keep an eye on him. Absolute monster, if he plays like that every week they'll be unstoppable.

[Haymaker]

What a day

[Sylar]

This is utter, utter torture.

Can see us throwing this away in OT, as our offensive has done nothing second half.

[Ricky Bobby]

Ohio State on the park. Andy Walker must be apoplectic with rage.
What a game.

[Sergio sledge]

Not the best of games, but a great experience at Ole Miss!

On to the Georgia Dome tomorrow to watch the Falcons then back to Memphis to see the Grizzlies on Monday night.

[Sylar]

That's the toughest loss I've experienced in a Michigan vs Ohio State game.

Some utterly ludicrous officiating calls, none more so than the one on 4th and 1 - the officials knew full well calling that correctly, there would have been a riot - he could not have been across the plane, because his own blocker was on the line, in his way - an atrocious decision.

Not to mention the non-PI call against them in our second OT drive, or the PI call against us when the ball was well beyond their receiver that resulted in extending their drive and tying the game!

We made mistakes, but we stepped up when it counted and did our job. Just a shame the officials didn't do theirs.

[Sergio sledge]

Some utterly ludicrous officiating calls, none more so than the one on 4th and 1 - the officials knew full well calling that correctly, there would have been a riot - he could not have been across the plane, because his own blocker was on the line, in his way - an atrocious decision.

It looked to me from the replays that the ball crossed the plane, if you watch it you'll see the ball gets extended above the blockers backside which seems to be over the plane.

[hibsbollah]

That's the toughest loss I've experienced in a Michigan vs Ohio State game.

Some utterly ludicrous officiating calls, none more so than the one on 4th and 1 - the officials knew full well calling that correctly, there would have been a riot - he could not have been across the plane, because his own blocker was on the line, in his way - an atrocious decision.

Not to mention the non-PI call against them in our second OT drive, or the PI call against us when the ball was well beyond their receiver that resulted in extending their drive and tying the game!

We made mistakes, but we stepped up when it counted and did our job. Just a shame the officials didn't do theirs.


I loved how your angry sweary post from last night disappeared and this more measured one has appeared in its place:greengrin

[Sylar]

I loved how your angry sweary post from last night disappeared and this more measured one has appeared in its place:greengrin

I have no earthly idea what you're talking about...honestly :greengrin

[Haymaker]

I loved how your angry sweary post from last night disappeared and this more measured one has appeared in its place:greengrin

I saw it too

[hibsbollah]

Arizona losing again. Falcons looking like they're 'for real'.

[Pretty Boy]

What a stupid situation to get into. Clinging on to a 1 score lead against the 49ers having been comfortably in control.

A wins a win but plenty to work on ahead of the Ravens next week.

[hibsbollah]

Managed to get a live stream from Tampa on my phone for the first time but the Buccs are unaccountably beating Seattle 14-0 early doors. Mike Evans destroying Sherman early on :dunno: Any given Sunday etc etc...

[Haymaker]

Typical cheating jessies as per!

EDIT: Didn't help them.

[hibsbollah]

Shocking display on both sides of the ball. Lucky the rest of the division is playing the same way, still a 3 game lead over Arizona.

[DarrenSQH]

Nice win for the Saints yesterday. Take that Greg Williams.

[Sylar]

That weekend wasn't good for my blood pressure...

[Sergio sledge]

Arizona losing again. Falcons looking like they're 'for real'.

Falcons were excellent on both sides of the ball. After watching a college game live on Saturday and an NFL game live yesterday, the difference in play is huge. The speed of the NFL is so much higher and the players are a massive step up. The atmosphere was better at the college game though. There were thousands of empty seats in the Georgia Dome yesterday.

[Pretty Boy]

Delighted we are currently sitting in a wild card spot but think we will just miss out this season as we have a tough run in.

Ravens
Cardinals
Jessies
Bills
Patriots

Plenty positive progress though and we should be right in the mix next year.

[DH1875]

I loved how your angry sweary post from last night disappeared and this more measured one has appeared in its place:greengrin

Awww, gutted I missed it :tsk tsk:

[DH1875]

That's the toughest loss I've experienced in a Michigan vs Ohio State game.

Some utterly ludicrous officiating calls, none more so than the one on 4th and 1 - the officials knew full well calling that correctly, there would have been a riot - he could not have been across the plane, because his own blocker was on the line, in his way - an atrocious decision.

Not to mention the non-PI call against them in our second OT drive, or the PI call against us when the ball was well beyond their receiver that resulted in extending their drive and tying the game!

We made mistakes, but we stepped up when it counted and did our job. Just a shame the officials didn't do theirs.


:violin::violin::violin::violin::violin::violin:

[Sylar]

Awww, gutted I missed it :tsk tsk:

I'd.reply.but.for.some.reason.my.space.bar.doesn't .appear.to.work.in.this.thread.just.now!!!

[lugz]

Rumours going about that jags vs ravens is one of the London games and there will be 4 next season. Based on that game and dolphins vs Saints I'll be saving some money next year.

[nellio]

Yeah Jags V Ravens doesn't seem to be very appealing. Hoping for another Broncos appearance myself.

[DarrenSQH]

Rumours going about that jags vs ravens is one of the London games and there will be 4 next season. Based on that game and dolphins vs Saints I'll be saving some money next year.

And miss out on seeing the GOAT Quarterback in action?

[Haymaker]

And miss out on seeing the GOAT Quarterback in action?

Tom Brady is playing Wembley next year?

[DH1875]

Yeah Jags V Ravens doesn't seem to be very appealing. Hoping for another Broncos appearance myself.

Unless its the Jets playing, doubt I'll be back at Wembley again for an NFL game.

[Haymaker]

Unless its the Jets playing, doubt I'll be back at Wembley again for an NFL game.

I think that's a major problem they're facing now. The novelty is wearing off just seeing any old team.

[hibsbollah]

And miss out on seeing the GOAT Quarterback in action?

Yep, Blake Bortles is certainly up there:agree:

[Sylar]

Cowboys win again! They're looking good in the NFC and now have their bye-week to rest up some players.

Dallas vs New England/Oakland on current form!

[Haymaker]

And the Madison Dodgers high school football team are the state champions!

Roll out to the right, hits the receiver on a cross route and a huge block downfield to win the game with 15 seconds on the clock!

[Sylar]

Gronk out for the rest of the season. One of the most gifted and unlucky players in the NFL!

[hibsbollah]

Id forgotten how annoying the Cowboys are. I much prefer it when they're losing, this current team is looking ominously like the Troy Aikman/Emmitt Smith/Michael Irvin generation.

[Haymaker]

201 wins for Brady

[McD]

Bears win, woop woop :flag:


no doubt normal service will be resumed next week :greengrin apologies to any 49er's fans out there for getting excited

[lugz]

Four games next season in London.

Looking like saints, dolphins, jags, ravens and rams with another 3 teams to be announced.

Announcement next Tuesday at 1pm.

[hibsbollah]

Tennessee beat Denver! Broncos fighting just to hang onto a wild card place.
Dolphins Cards into OT, Tannehill has ****ed his knee.
edit no it isn't, Dolphins FG wins it, stay in the hunt.

[Pretty Boy]

Tennessee beat Denver! Broncos fighting just to hang onto a wild card place.
Dolphins Cards into OT, Tannehill has ****ed his knee.
edit no it isn't, Dolphins FG wins it, stay in the hunt.

Unconfirmed reports seem to be Tannehill has done his ACL and is out for the season.

Season probably over, for all his faults I'd be far more confident of getting the results we need in the next 3 games with Tannehill at QB as opposed to Matt Moore.

[hibsbollah]

Seahawks getting destroyed by Rogers tonight in Green Bay. Definitely not the same defense without Earl Thomas.

[Sylar]

Raiders knocked off, Cowboys knocked off, Seahawks knocked off and the Broncos look like a shadow of themselves at the minute.

If we win tonight, I dare say we'll climb atop the 'power rankings' again, but not an easy ask!

Incidentally, what on EARTH happened to San Francisco last night?! They scored 2 TD's inside the opening 4 minutes of the first quarter and then only managed 3 further points the rest of the game?!?

[Pretty Boy]

I love the NFL rumour mill, it makes the ITK on here look positively mundane.

Tannehill hasn't even had an MRI on his knee yet and already we are definitely bringing in Tony Romo in the off season. Well that's unless you believe that the office was straight on the phone to Jay Cutler last night.

[Haymaker]

I love the NFL rumour mill, it makes the ITK on here look positively mundane.

Tannehill hasn't even had an MRI on his knee yet and already we are definitely bringing in Tony Romo in the off season. Well that's unless you believe that the office was straight on the phone to Jay Cutler last night.


Only a sprain apparently. You'd still be better off with Romo or Cutler though :greengrin

[Haymaker]

Our returns tonight are woeful. Given up two TDs in 2 mins.

[Ryan91]

Our returns tonight are woeful. Given up two TDs in 2 mins.

Cyrus Jones seems incapable of returning Punts at the pro level, yet he was pretty good at that during his college career, needs to sit the rest of the way and get his head right.

Aside from that, Pats won and are in the driving seat for HFA, next up, Denver