NFL/NCAA (American Football)

[Pretty Boy]

Julius Thomas signs with the Dolphins. Not exactly been footballs best kept secret.

[nellio]

Free agency now officially open and I see the Texans have traded Osweiler to the Browns.

[Haymaker]

Cutler finally cut from the bears.

[Sergio sledge]

Eagles sign Torrey Smith as well as Alshon Jeffrey, massive upgrade at WR.

[Pretty Boy]

Dolphins pick up Lawrence Timmons from the Steelers. Pleasanty surprised by that. Nate Allen from the Raiders as decent depth at safety, Ted Larsen from the Bears and William Hayes from the Rams. Anthony Fasano back as well.

Will be interesting to see how he draft, defence is the focus, but growing in confidence that we are finally starting to build a half decent football team.

[Haymaker]

Patriots sign Cooks from Saints ... And keep Butler!

[GreenLake]

Patriots sign Cooks from Saints ... And keep Butler!

I hope the bolts sign some good players. My lobbying efforts appear to have worked and I should get premium seats. It is worth it to get nicer food and drinks.

[Sylar]

Surprised by how aggressive we're being early doors but it's definitely paying off!

Brandin Cooks is a phenomenal trade for us - gives us a deep threat, which we've not really had since Randy Moss left us!

Kony Ealy is also a good capture - he's been quiet in recent seasons, but you don't sack a QB 3 times in a Super Bowl if you don't have some kind of talent!

Plus, Dwayne Allen lining up alongside Gronkowski...what an offense we're building...if Lacy or Peterson land in New England, you might as well hand us the Lombardi again next year :greengrin

[Haymaker]

Surprised by how aggressive we're being early doors but it's definitely paying off!

Brandin Cooks is a phenomenal trade for us - gives us a deep threat, which we've not really had since Randy Moss left us!

Kony Ealy is also a good capture - he's been quiet in recent seasons, but you don't sack a QB 3 times in a Super Bowl if you don't have some kind of talent!

Plus, Dwayne Allen lining up alongside Gronkowski...what an offense we're building...if Lacy or Peterson land in New England, you might as well hand us the Lombardi again next year :greengrin


Here we go two in a row :hyper

[hibsbollah]

Eagles sign Torrey Smith as well as Alshon Jeffrey, massive upgrade at WR.

Two excellent signings, caught my eye. Pass happy eagles next season?

[Sergio sledge]

Eddie lacy to the seahawks?

[Haymaker]

Eddie lacy to the seahawks?

Apparently a done deal?

[hibsbollah]

Delighted about Lacy. Whenever I watched the Packers I thought how much he runs like Beast Mode, like he's trying to attack each tackler. Only doubt is his weight and motivation issues.

[Sergio sledge]

If he's fit and keeps his weight down then he could be a great signing. Seems a really low amount of money as well, so a pretty good deal.

Rumours that when he visited teams he was 30lbs heavier than his fighting weight last season though. That's not just something you lose with a couple of weeks of training. At least he has 6 months till the season starts to lose it though.

[Haymaker]

Josh McCown to the Jessies!

Apparently BeastMode returning to play for The Raiders?!

[nellio]

Geno Smith to the giants. One year deal 2 million dollars!


TWO MILLION for Geno Smith!! How can he Possibly be worth that much!!

[DH1875]

Geno Smith to the giants. One year deal 2 million dollars!


TWO MILLION for Geno Smith!! How can he Possibly be worth that much!!

:faf::faf::faf: Your not wrong :faint:

[Just Jimmy]

Geno Smith to the giants. One year deal 2 million dollars!


TWO MILLION for Geno Smith!! How can he Possibly be worth that much!!
He isn't though. That's exactly why NFL contracts are just numbers.

It's all incentive based and not a cent in guaranteed money. It's actually a good deal for the giants. He's unlikely to even take a snap as Eli hasn't missed one in his career, but should he be required at least the Giants have a guy who has some ability and has faced an NFL passrush.

Geno gets to sit behind a 2 time superbowl winner for a year in a proper establishment and grow.

The Giants have done some real legitimate business this year. All set for the draft with no glaring needs meaning they can go with BPA.

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[hibsbollah]

He isn't though. That's exactly why NFL contracts are just numbers.

It's all incentive based and not a cent in guaranteed money. It's actually a good deal for the giants. He's unlikely to even take a snap as Eli hasn't missed one in his career, but should he be required at least the Giants have a guy who has some ability and has faced an NFL passrush.

Geno gets to sit behind a 2 time superbowl winner for a year in a proper establishment and grow.

The Giants have done some real legitimate business this year. All set for the draft with no glaring needs meaning they can go with BPA.

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It can't all be incentive based surely, dont all players get a base salary? Where does his wage come from!?

[nellio]

It can't all be incentive based surely, dont all players get a base salary? Where does his wage come from!?

Here's an article about it. Only 200k guaranteed money so Jimmy is correct.

http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/03/how_much_is_giants_backup_qb_geno_smiths_contract. html

[Just Jimmy]

Here's an article about it. Only 200k guaranteed money so Jimmy is correct.

http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/03/how_much_is_giants_backup_qb_geno_smiths_contract. html
Basically the Giants pay him max 1.2 mill if he sits as Eli clipboard holder all year and $325k if he gets cut. There's likely zero cap implications for the Giants.

Win win.

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[hibsbollah]

Here's an article about it. Only 200k guaranteed money so Jimmy is correct.

http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/03/how_much_is_giants_backup_qb_geno_smiths_contract. html

So there IS some guaranteed money. :greengrin

[Just Jimmy]

So there IS some guaranteed money. :greengrin
For the team that spent $121mill last off season. It's nout.

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[hibsbollah]

For the team that spent $121mill last off season. It's nout.

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I agree its peanuts. But you said it was 'not a cent of guaranteed money', which I just wanted to clarify.

[Just Jimmy]

I agree its peanuts. But you said it was 'not a cent of guaranteed money', which I just wanted to clarify.
Fair enough. My point about the Giants not spending 2 million dollars on Geno is still correct though.

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[hibsbollah]

Fair enough. My point about the Giants not spending 2 million dollars on Geno is still correct though.

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It would be pretty funny though if they didn't pay him anything. He could claim welfare:greengrin

[Haymaker]

And the fields goal leap is banned.

[hibsbollah]

It's not politics, Haymaker, honestly :hide:

But seriously, Colin Kaepernick has to wonder what's going on when career failures like McNown and Cutler are getting signed to probable starting jobs and he can't even get on a team. He's definitely being blackballed.

[Haymaker]

It's not politics, Haymaker, honestly :hide:

But seriously, Colin Kaepernick has to wonder what's going on when career failures like McNown and Cutler are getting signed to probable starting jobs and he can't even get on a team. He's definitely being blackballed.

I'll let you off... This time. :greengrin

He definitely is.

[Haymaker]

On a side note, I was coaching today at the back of the Jets training facility.

[Haymaker]

Romo has retired.

[Sylar]

Adrian Peterson visited us yesterday but BB elected against offering him anything.

No real surprise - he's a gamble for any team, in spite of his quality.

[nellio]

Marshawn Lynch coming out of retirement and talking to the Raiders. Apparently he is technically under contract with the seahawks so Raiders will need to trade for him!

[Haymaker]

Lynch to the LV Raiders would certainly make things interesting.

Would love him at Foxboro. Imagine that!

[Haymaker]

Adrian Peterson visited us yesterday but BB elected against offering him anything.

No real surprise - he's a gamble for any team, in spite of his quality.

I'm sure BB has a price he'll pay, AP will know it. Up to him to decide big money or a super bowl?

[hibsbollah]

Marshawn Lynch coming out of retirement and talking to the Raiders. Apparently he is technically under contract with the seahawks so Raiders will need to trade for him!

Marshawn is a Raider fan, no secret there, so the move makes sense. The problem is this is such a quiet time of year that the lowest common denominator crappy sports talk shows will make up stories from really flimsy evidence. (example, Q- is Richard Sherman subject of trade discussions? A- We always listen to offers for any of our players. Headline-Seahawks WILL Trade Sherman!)

So best to be sceptical about everything :greengrin

[GreenLake]

I got the premium seating options at the Chargers and one of them has Champions's Lounge Access like I get for the Galaxy with players passing by and all inclusive food and drink. Way better than I expected but there is a price to pay which is quite astonishing compared to MLS. It will all be worth it when we win the Super Bowl in LA in 2021 at the new stadium in Inglewood. :greengrin

[nellio]

Attended NFL live last week up at the EICC. Steve Smith and Kurt Warner were there. There was this massive dude from the Browns there as well. Danny Shelton, legs like tree trunks!!

Good night all in all with some good banter and chat. Steve Smith was funny but absolutely mental at the same time!!

[hibsbollah]

Attended NFL live last week up at the EICC. Steve Smith and Kurt Warner were there. There was this massive dude from the Browns there as well. Danny Shelton, legs like tree trunks!!

Good night all in all with some good banter and chat. Steve Smith was funny but absolutely mental at the same time!!

Shelton is a monster, I watched him a few times at college for the Huskies, totally dominated the middle of the line. Shame he's playing for the Browns now really.

[Sylar]

I see we've retained Malcolm Butler, which comes as a pleasant surprise!

Still reckon Jimmy G will be gone by the time the draft gets underway - he should command us some pretty good compensation too.

In other news, our former TE Aaron Hernandez has hung himself in prison - no great loss.

[Haymaker]

I see we've retained Malcolm Butler, which comes as a pleasant surprise!

Still reckon Jimmy G will be gone by the time the draft gets underway - he should command us some pretty good compensation too.

In other news, our former TE Aaron Hernandez has hung himself in prison - no great loss.

Loss of a great talent. Not so much a human being.

[James.]

Such strange timing. Acquited of two murders and apparently a chance of overturning the other - seemed like he finally had something to live for from his cell.

[DarrenSQH]

Such strange timing. Acquited of two murders and apparently a chance of overturning the other - seemed like he finally had something to live for from his cell.

He got another 5 years added to his life sentence without parole for having a weapon.

[Haymaker]

Right, who's #1 in the draft?

[hibsbollah]

Right, who's #1 in the draft?

Miles Garrett, DE from Texas A&M. Hes the favourite and theres not usually surprises in the first few picks IIRC.

[Haymaker]

Miles Garrett, DE from Texas A&M. Hes the favourite and theres not usually surprises in the first few picks IIRC.

There was a debate on espn radio this morning that the browns ownership might try to force a QB.

[Sergio sledge]

There was a debate on espn radio this morning that the browns ownership might try to force a QB.

It is the browns so nothing would surprise me, but they've got two first round picks this year so surely the more sensible move would be to trade up their second pick into the top 10 and select a QB then. Or maybe they'll just stick with Osweiler...

I can't believe no-one has signed Kaepernick yet. Surely he's a better option than the likes of Hoyer, Glennon and Sanchez.

[Haymaker]

It is the browns so nothing would surprise me, but they've got two first round picks this year so surely the more sensible move would be to trade up their second pick into the top 10 and select a QB then. Or maybe they'll just stick with Osweiler...

I can't believe no-one has signed Kaepernick yet. Surely he's a better option than the likes of Hoyer, Glennon and Sanchez.

It is the Browns so you're right, they'll probably end up drafting a kicker first.

I reckon CK will sign for some one late, avoiding as much press as possible. If he signs now the media will be on it for days.

[Haymaker]

AP is a saint.

[hibsbollah]

There was a debate on espn radio this morning that the browns ownership might try to force a QB.

I like the idea of them trading up their second pick to #4 and getting a QB. I also like the look of that Fournette guy a lot, just from youtube I hasten to add. He looks like a player.

[Haymaker]

I like the idea of them trading up their second pick to #4 and getting a QB. I also like the look of that Fournette guy a lot, just from youtube I hasten to add. He looks like a player.

He does :agree:

[DarrenSQH]

AP is a saint.

If hes still got something left in the tank then Him Drew and Ingram could be unstoppable.

If only we get a Defence.

[Haymaker]

Just medical to complete and Lynch is a Raider.

Be a great AFC championship game against the Patriots :agree:

[hibsbollah]

Just medical to complete and Lynch is a Raider.

Be a great AFC championship game against the Patriots :agree:

Good luck to him. A total legend. The Raiders surely have the best offense in the AFC.

[Haymaker]

Good luck to him. A total legend. The Raiders surely have the best offense in the AFC.

Officially signed.

[Haymaker]

Bears trade up one spot for Trubisky at #2? What?!

[McD]

Bears trade up one spot for Trubisky at #2? What?!


Tell me about it.... paid a hefty price to do so as well :confused:

[Sylar]

Good luck to him. A total legend. The Raiders surely have the best offense in the AFC.

That's a juicy worm on the end of that line Mr Bollah :greengrin

[hibsbollah]

That's a juicy worm on the end of that line Mr Bollah :greengrin

:faf:

If you've got the superbowl rings, that's what matters. But If Beast Mode still has it, they'll take them to a different level. Their passing attack is pretty scary already.

[Sergio sledge]

Bears trade up one spot for Trubisky at #2? What?!

Seems like a crazy move, they gave up a huge amount to move up one position when the 49ers weren't going to draft the guy they picked anyway. Thats the sort of draft I like to see though, people trading all over the place, teams panicking and stretching for players they didn't need to.

The Browns actually look like they might actually have a plan at the minute...

[Haymaker]

Now the drafts done... When's ours starting?!

[hibsbollah]

Now the drafts done... When's ours starting?!

Need to get some new players this season, there was a few lacking enthusiasm towards the end last time.

[Sylar]

Need to get some new players this season, there was a few lacking enthusiasm towards the end last time.

Last season was hard for me to keep it going - house move, pregnant wife and a busy period at work just meant I couldn't find time to deal with trades etc.

Definitely more excited about some fantasy NFL this year around. There were some new posters who showed interest after we had finished, so perhaps we extend them an invitation. I hope DH might join us again this year. I missed him last year (and in general - he's not been on much lately).

[Haymaker]

Need to get some new players this season, there was a few lacking enthusiasm towards the end last time.

I struggled due to work last time but no problems this year!

[hibsbollah]

I struggled due to work last time but no problems this year!

Too many 'casuals' that dont really know the game spoiling it for everyone else:hmmm:

(with apologies to brussels patapy)

[Haymaker]

Too many 'casuals' that dont really know the game spoiling it for everyone else:hmmm:

(with apologies to brussels patapy)

:greengrin luckily I read that thread!

[nellio]

Is it the ESPN fantasy league?

[Sylar]

Is it the ESPN fantasy league?

It's the NFL one.

[nellio]

Ok cheers.

[Haymaker]

Can the football season please hurry up?

[hibsbollah]

Can the football season please hurry up?

This is how desperate nfl.com has got. In what universe is this a 'story'?:greengrin
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000809403/article/tre-boston-moved-to-play-for-chargers-by-random-man

[Haymaker]

This is how desperate nfl.com has got. In what universe is this a 'story'?:greengrin
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000809403/article/tre-boston-moved-to-play-for-chargers-by-random-man

Espn is also desperate for football. You got Stanley cup playoffs, basketball playoffs and baseball in full swing and all the sports shows are discussing whether trubisky is going to start week 1 or who the jets sacrifice at QB this season.

[Sylar]

Blount ends up with Philly.

Disappointed to lose him, but we just don't need him anymore - an excellent RB1 and I'm surprised he's lasted so long on the FA market.

[Haymaker]

Blount ends up with Philly.

Disappointed to lose him, but we just don't need him anymore - an excellent RB1 and I'm surprised he's lasted so long on the FA market.

Did he not get in trouble when he left NE before? Caught smoking pot iirc? Might have been a reason he hung about on FA

[Gatecrasher]

Hey guys, just to let you know I wont be doing a Fantasy League this year. If someone else wants to give it a go feel free.

[Haymaker]

Hey guys, just to let you know I wont be doing a Fantasy League this year. If someone else wants to give it a go feel free.

But you're the commish!!

[Gatecrasher]

But you're the commish!!

Sorry! but I have resigned.

[Haymaker]

Sorry! but I have resigned.

Outrageous!

[Sergio sledge]

Hey guys, just to let you know I wont be doing a Fantasy League this year. If someone else wants to give it a go feel free.

Noooo, who's going to run our draft?! :greengrin

Are you able to make other people the league administrators on NFL.com so that we could manage it?

[Sergio sledge]

http://deadspin.com/what-exactly-is-going-on-with-colin-kaepernick-1795230022

"Have you seen the list of quarterbacks who’ve signed free-agent deals this offseason?

Some names: Brian Hoyer, Mike Glennon, Geno Smith, Nick Foles, Matt Barkley, Ryan Mallett, Case Keenum, Josh Johnson, Blaine Gabbert, Matt Schaub, Josh McCown, Matt McGloin, Chase Daniel, Landry Jones, T.J. Yates, E.J. Manuel, Kellen Moore, Mark Sanchez, Matt Cassel, Kellen Clemens."

[Pretty Boy]

http://deadspin.com/what-exactly-is-going-on-with-colin-kaepernick-1795230022

"Have you seen the list of quarterbacks who’ve signed free-agent deals this offseason?

Some names: Brian Hoyer, Mike Glennon, Geno Smith, Nick Foles, Matt Barkley, Ryan Mallett, Case Keenum, Josh Johnson, Blaine Gabbert, Matt Schaub, Josh McCown, Matt McGloin, Chase Daniel, Landry Jones, T.J. Yates, E.J. Manuel, Kellen Moore, Mark Sanchez, Matt Cassel, Kellen Clemens."

There was a rumour doing the rounds earlier in the year that the Miami were considering a move for CK in free agency. Then he turned up in Miami wearing a Fidel Castro t shirt when the 49ers were in town last year and the deal was dropped before it was really a thing. How true that is I don't know but with Tannehill, Moore and Fales on the roster and Doughty on the practice squad I think the ship has sailed.

[hibsbollah]

There was a rumour doing the rounds earlier in the year that the Miami were considering a move for CK in free agency. Then he turned up in Miami wearing a Fidel Castro t shirt when the 49ers were in town last year and the deal was dropped before it was really a thing. How true that is I don't know but with Tannehill, Moore and Fales on the roster and Doughty on the practice squad I think the ship has sailed.

:faf: That is actually a plausible story.

The only question about the Kaepernick situation is whether a) he's being blackballed by teams' owners because they dont like his politics, or b) the league itself have made sure nobody signs him. I tend to think its the latter. I personally cant stand him (although I like his politics, oddly) but he's better than at least six starters for other teams in this league. Brock Osweiler anyone?

[Haymaker]

CK is most likely still a free agent as the media ****storm if he signed for anyone right now would be unbearable. They were still debating on espn radio today whether he's right/wrong etc.

He'll sign for team IMO but it'll be when the season starts and other stories are in play.

[Sergio sledge]

:faf: That is actually a plausible story.

The only question about the Kaepernick situation is whether a) he's being blackballed by teams' owners because they dont like his politics, or b) the league itself have made sure nobody signs him. I tend to think its the latter. I personally cant stand him (although I like his politics, oddly) but he's better than at least six starters for other teams in this league. Brock Osweiler anyone?

I wouldn't be surprised if it is b), apparently ratings for the NFL were down last season and the feedback they got was that part of that was because of the national anthem protest. The NFL is a massive cash cow and if the league sees anything affecting ratings I'm sure they'd want to stop it.

The ridiculous thing is that they are happy with people like Greg Hardy or Mike Vick, but if you are a clean living vegan who thinks America has a race issue you'll not get signed.

Some "league sources" also worry about his vegan diet, course Tom terrific is also a vegan for most of the year but then again tom terrific is white and sings the national anthem so veganism won't affect him so badly....

[Pretty Boy]

I wouldn't be surprised if it is b), apparently ratings for the NFL were down last season and the feedback they got was that part of that was because of the national anthem protest. The NFL is a massive cash cow and if the league sees anything affecting ratings I'm sure they'd want to stop it.

The ridiculous thing is that they are happy with people like Greg Hardy or Mike Vick, but if you are a clean living vegan who thinks America has a race issue you'll not get signed.

Some "league sources" also worry about his vegan diet, course Tom terrific is also a vegan for most of the year but then again tom terrific is white and sings the national anthem so veganism won't affect him so badly....

I always find the American relationship with the anthem and the flag a bit bizarre. They seem to invest a lot more in the physical nature of it than other countries. The irony is they will quite happily see Lady Gaga or, as is the usual for Vegas boxing events, some reality TV Z lister butcher the anthem with that ridiculous falsetto voice they all do.

Kenny Stills was by far and away Miamis best WR last season but his choice to take a knee during the anthem in Seattle saw him targeted with some pretty brutal abuse. Admittedly dropping a certain touchdown scoring and quite possible game winning pass in the same game didn't help his cause. What shocked me was how off piste the criticism got. Stills said he took a knee to show solidarity with Kaepernick and those protesting social injustic and police brutality. Almost every piece of criticism he received was based on his disrespecting 'our heroes' and 'our brave veterans'. I still don't really understand how those anthem protests came to be regarded as anti military. Even if they were then so what? Isn't the right to protest and freedom of speech very much one of the cornerstones of 'American values'? Dolphins fans were actually threatening to 'boycott the organisation' and go and support the Patriots, a team who 'represent American values' unless Still was sacked.

I didn't get it then and I don't get it now tbh.

[hibsbollah]

I always find the American relationship with the anthem and the flag a bit bizarre. They seem to invest a lot more in the physical nature of it than other countries. The irony is they will quite happily see Lady Gaga or, as is the usual for Vegas boxing events, some reality TV Z lister butcher the anthem with that ridiculous falsetto voice they all do.

Kenny Stills was by far and away Miamis best WR last season but his choice to take a knee during the anthem in Seattle saw him targeted with some pretty brutal abuse. Admittedly dropping a certain touchdown scoring and quite possible game winning pass in the same game didn't help his cause. What shocked me was how off piste the criticism got. Stills said he took a knee to show solidarity with Kaepernick and those protesting social injustic and police brutality. Almost every piece of criticism he received was based on his disrespecting 'our heroes' and 'our brave veterans'. I still don't really understand how those anthem protests came to be regarded as anti military. Even if they were then so what? Isn't the right to protest and freedom of speech very much one of the cornerstones of 'American values'? Dolphins fans were actually threatening to 'boycott the organisation' and go and support the Patriots, a team who 'represent American values' unless Still was sacked.

I didn't get it then and I don't get it now tbh.

Lots of Americans dont 'get it' either. Its just a very divided country.

As Sergio said, Michael Vick was the one comparison that came to mind for me. Personally I thought he was the lowest of the low, brutalised defenceless animals, a real bona fide ****bag who I would have hated to see playing on my team. Now there's an individual to get agitated about.

[Pretty Boy]

Lots of Americans dont 'get it' either. Its just a very divided country.

As Sergio said, Michael Vick was the one comparison that came to mind for me. Personally I thought he was the lowest of the low, brutalised defenceless animals, a real bona fide ****bag who I would have hated to see playing on my team. Now there's an individual to get agitated about.
No argument from me about Vick. I watched The Champions recently about the 'Vicktory dogs'. Heartwarming and tragic in equal measure.

Vick is a despicable creature.

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[Haymaker]

One of the runners on espn is "100 days until college football".

Just hurry up already!

[Haymaker]

100 days until pro season opener!!! :hyper

[Lost_Mackem]

I've started to love this sport over the past few years, me and a few mates are heading down to Wembley in the Autumn to see the Saints take on the Dolphins. My mate who first recommended the NFL to me is a big Packers fan so I kind of looked out for them for about a year or so but there is something about the Cowboys that I just love, perhaps its the glamour. :greengrin It pays to have at least one glamorous team in my life.

[Haymaker]

I've started to love this sport over the past few years, me and a few mates are heading down to Wembley in the Autumn to see the Saints take on the Dolphins. My mate who first recommended the NFL to me is a big Packers fan so I kind of looked out for them for about a year or so but there is something about the Cowboys that I just love, perhaps its the glamour. :greengrin It pays to have at least one glamorous team in my life.

Might be glamorous but they never win silverware.

[lugz]

Is there going to be a FF league this year?

[lugz]

I've started to love this sport over the past few years, me and a few mates are heading down to Wembley in the Autumn to see the Saints take on the Dolphins. My mate who first recommended the NFL to me is a big Packers fan so I kind of looked out for them for about a year or so but there is something about the Cowboys that I just love, perhaps its the glamour. :greengrin It pays to have at least one glamorous team in my life.

The cowboys are the rangers of the NFL, no one can stand them but hey it's everyones choice on who they support.

[Haymaker]

Is there going to be a FF league this year?

I hope so!

[Sylar]

I hope so!

It's not looking likely unless someone takes command.

For the avoidance of doubt, that's not a volunteering statement!

[hibsbollah]

It's not looking likely unless someone takes command.

For the avoidance of doubt, that's not a volunteering statement!

Im not doing it.

[NOLA]

Im not doing it.

The draft or taking charge [emoji854]



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[hibsbollah]

The draft or taking charge [emoji854]



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Oh, I'm doing it, I'm just not willing to do any work to make it happen:greengrin

[H18sry]

Do we have good numbers for the fantasy league?

[hibs#1]

I watched one of BTs 30 for 30 series last night 'the four falls of buffalo' it was very good.not a fan of American football but got to say I have a wee soft spot for the bills now.what there chances of winning the super bowl this year?

[Haymaker]

I watched one of BTs 30 for 30 series last night 'the four falls of buffalo' it was very good.not a fan of American football but got to say I have a wee soft spot for the bills now.what there chances of winning the super bowl this year?

None.

The 30 for 30s are great. So many good stories in American sports.

[hibs#1]

None.

The 30 for 30s are great. So many good stories in American sports.

Yeah I've watched a couple now they are really good.like you say lot of good stories,Jim kelly alone has had some life.

I'll root for them anyway.not long ago people thought we'd never win the cup 😁

[nellio]

Amazon's all or nothing is back for a second series in July. First one was outstanding.

This one covers the rams move back to LA.

[hibsbollah]

I watched one of BTs 30 for 30 series last night 'the four falls of buffalo' it was very good.not a fan of American football but got to say I have a wee soft spot for the bills now.what there chances of winning the super bowl this year?

Never watched it but I like the Bills. Proper blue collar team with blue collar fans with very little to shout about, ever. I still remember Scott Norwoods FG miss in that superbowl loss against Denver (I think) and thinking that's typical of them. Possibly the most unglamorous team in the league and rarely get the media coverage the big city teams get.

[McD]

I watched one of BTs 30 for 30 series last night 'the four falls of buffalo' it was very good.not a fan of American football but got to say I have a wee soft spot for the bills now.what there chances of winning the super bowl this year?


In a moment of pedantry, 30 for 30 documentaries are made by ESPN, not BT.

[hibs#1]

In a moment of pedantry, 30 for 30 documentaries are made by ESPN, not BT.

Shown on BT now though.😉

[hibsbollah]

Shown on BT now though.😉

I can't see it. Is it on the phone app?

[Haymaker]

Yeah I've watched a couple now they are really good.like you say lot of good stories,Jim kelly alone has had some life.

I'll root for them anyway.not long ago people thought we'd never win the cup 😁

Very true, very true!

[McD]

Shown on BT now though.😉


:greengrin :aok:

[hibs#1]

I can't see it. Is it on the phone app?

No idea I just happened to flick through the channels and it was on,tbh I didn't know they had an app 😶

[hibsbollah]

No idea I just happened to flick through the channels and it was on,tbh I didn't know they had an app 😶

I have it free on my phone thru ee, which is great but there doesn't seem to be a search function for watch again content.

[Gatecrasher]

just ordered the new Madden, I wonder if the Madden curse is still a thing?

[hibsbollah]

just ordered the new Madden, I wonder if the Madden curse is still a thing?

Im not speaking to you until you agree to run our league again:greengrin

[Gatecrasher]

Im not speaking to you until you agree to run our league again:greengrin
I'd be happy to do it, but those who take part must want to be active, last season was a bit of a shambles.

[NOLA]

just ordered the new Madden, I wonder if the Madden curse is still a thing?

Maybe petition to have the Patriots on the next cover [emoji1]


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[hibsbollah]

I'd be happy to do it, but those who take part must want to be active, last season was a bit of a shambles.

:aok: just need a head count on who's enthusiastic this season in that case.

[Sylar]

I'd be happy to do it, but those who take part must want to be active, last season was a bit of a shambles.

I'll absolutely join with the best intentions of being active this year.

I was guilty of not being involved last year, but in fairness, I had just started a new job, was moving house, and discovered I was going to be a dad when the football season was on - I hardly watched any NFL last year, never mind took part in fantasy! :greengrin

[Haymaker]

I'll be more active this year, I'm settled in over here now and have regular internet access which I didn't have early last season. I've even bought a copy of fantasy football magazine.

[Haymaker]

Maybe petition to have the Patriots on the next cover [emoji1]


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*Ahem* The GOAT is...

[Willis1875]

I've done the ESPN one the last couple of years with 100% commitment so wouldn't mind being involved if numbers allow

[hibsbollah]

I've done the ESPN one the last couple of years with 100% commitment so wouldn't mind being involved if numbers allow

Whadya talking about Willis? :grr:
(apologies for anyone under 40 unfamiliar with this TV classic).
Welcome aboard :aok:

[NOLA]

I'd be interested dependant on league numbers. Too many teams and you end up filling your squad with FA's or retirees ☠️ which in turn results in a lack of enthusiasm and activity


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[Willis1875]

Whadya talking about Willis? :grr:
(apologies for anyone under 40 unfamiliar with this TV classic).
Welcome aboard :aok:

😀 It beats getting called Wincey
Superb looking forward to it

[Haymaker]

I'd be interested dependant on league numbers. Too many teams and you end up filling your squad with FA's or retirees ☠️ which in turn results in a lack of enthusiasm and activity


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But too small a league and it's 150 points each per game...

[hibsbollah]

I'd be interested dependant on league numbers. Too many teams and you end up filling your squad with FA's or retirees ☠️ which in turn results in a lack of enthusiasm and activity


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I thought 10 teams was about right.

[Haymaker]

Last month without football! :hyper

[Haymaker]

60 ****ing days :hyper

[NOLA]

Why do the Super Bowl champs claim to be world champs when they only play other American teams? [emoji848]


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[Haymaker]

Why do the Super Bowl champs claim to be world champs when they only play other American teams? [emoji848]


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Only professional league in the world :greengrin

[NOLA]

Just a bug bear of mine lol reeks of American arrogance [emoji631]


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[Haymaker]

Just a bug bear of mine lol reeks of American arrogance [emoji631]


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'Murica.

[DarrenSQH]

Just booked up to go to New Orleans for the Saints v Skins game in november.

With the wembley game it means i can make 2 games this year.

[Sylar]

I was supposed to be doing 2 x NCAA games this year: Notre Dame vs Navy, then Michigan vs Ohio State the following weekend, but I'm now no longer going to the States, so I'll be going to no games at all.

Still, really looking forward to both seasons finally getting underway, even though there's still in actuality about 6 weeks still to go!

[Gatecrasher]

I was supposed to be doing 2 x NCAA games this year: Notre Dame vs Navy, then Michigan vs Ohio State the following weekend, but I'm now no longer going to the States, so I'll be going to no games at all.

Still, really looking forward to both seasons finally getting underway, even though there's still in actuality about 6 weeks still to go!

I don't know why but Im looking forward to College football more this year.

[DH1875]

I don't know why but Im looking forward to College football more this year.

Cause its better. If you look way back to the start of the thread, I told you this years ago :thumbsup:

[DH1875]

Anyone watch or follow the CFL? Toronto game is on live just now. Their playing Saskatchewan or something like that. The green team have a pretty nice jersey to be fair. Currently 10-0 Toronto.

[Haymaker]

Anyone watch or follow the CFL? Toronto game is on live just now. Their playing Saskatchewan or something like that. The green team have a pretty nice jersey to be fair. Currently 10-0 Toronto.

I would if I had cable.

[DH1875]

I would if I had cable.

It's on ESPN, sure you'd be able to find a link.

[Gatecrasher]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q922iFjv0F0

[DH1875]

Ohio State and Michigan get together to take part in a week long ice-fishing competition. On the first day Ohio State catch 50 fish and Michigan catch none. 2nd day, Ohio State catch 100 fish and again Michigan catch none. The Michigan coach reckons there must be a spot of cheating going on so sends over someone to spy on the Ohio State camp. At the end of the day after Ohio State catch 150 fish and Michigan again catch none the spy returns. "So are they cheating" asks the Michigan coach. "They sure are" replies the spy, " they are cutting holes in the ice".

[DH1875]

A family of Michigan wolverines fans head out to do some shopping. Once there the son picks up a Buckeyes jersey and tells his mum he's decided to become a Buckeyes fan and wants the jersey for his birthday. His mum upset at this whacks him on the head and says "go and see your father". Off he goes with the jersey, "dad I've decided I'm going to become a Buckeyes fan and want this jersey for my birthday". The father is outraged, whacks his son on the head and says "no son of mine will ever be seen wearing that". The family head home and the father says " I hope we all learned something today". The son turns around and says "yeah, I've only been a Buckeyes fan for an hour and have already realised that all Michigan fans are :wink:".

[Haymaker]

That's it, we're through the last weekend without football this year!!

[NOLA]

Reading about that Martavis Bryant gadge. How do these players think they won't get caught out in this day and age baffles me likes. Even if the player is undergoing some personal problems they must know that there gonna get found out at some point which jeapordises there career and future earnings or if there a young guy straight out the draft who suddenly has a boatload of cash and thinks he's made it. Sad. The amount of players who get caught smoking blow in a car as well DOH


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[Haymaker]

'Lucky' whitehead is having a **** time of it recently. Cut by the cowgirls for a crime he didn't commit then signed by the Jets.

[GreenLake]

The Chargers 2 home pre-season games at the StubHub Center has the team listed as the San Diego Chargers. The first regular season game lists the team as the Los Angeles Chargers. I didn't notice if the Rams called themselves St Louis Rams for their pre-season games at the Coliseum before their first regular season in LA.

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[DH1875]

So since we're waiting on Gatey to move the draft along :cb


What do you call a Packers fan with a sheep under his arm 🐑.

A pimp 🐑.



How does a Packers fan find the sheep running about the hills and fields of Wisconsin?

Satisfying 🐑🐑🐑.

[Gatecrasher]

So since we're waiting on Gatey to move the draft along :cb


What do you call a Packers fan with a sheep under his arm 🐑.

A pimp 🐑.



How does a Packers fan find the sheep running about the hills and fields of Wisconsin?

Satisfying 🐑🐑🐑.
I have a good one


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[Sylar]

I have a good one


J E T S
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:greengrin

[DH1875]

I have a good one


J E T S
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Best one yet :agree::agree::agree:

[Haymaker]

Cutler to Miami for $10m.

The Patriots have been crowned AFC East champions.

[NOLA]

Good to see Jay Cutler back in the NFL! He's a marmite player not to everyone's taste but I like him if you've seen his miced up YouTube clips he's actually a funny guy.


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[Gatecrasher]

Teddy Bridgewater tweeted this: "I can sense God is about to perform another miracle in my life."

When NFL players say stuff like this do they actually believe it or are they just putting stuff like this out because they think that's what people want to hear?

[NOLA]

Teddy Bridgewater tweeted this: "I can sense God is about to perform another miracle in my life."

When NFL players say stuff like this do they actually believe it or are they just putting stuff like this out because they think that's what people want to hear?

Is God going to make him white aka Michael Jackson? That was a good one [emoji85]


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[Gatecrasher]

Good to see Jay Cutler back in the NFL! He's a marmite player not to everyone's taste but I like him if you've seen his miced up YouTube clips he's actually a funny guy.


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Free Picks for the Secondary!

[nellio]

I hate jay Cutler because I spent a fortune on a authentic players issue CUTLER #6 Broncos jersey after hearing he would be our franchise QB for years to come. Then he decides to throw all his toys out the pram and demand a trade. Spent so much on that Jersey I cant bear to throw it out. its up in the attic.

Thanks jay.

[NOLA]

I hate jay Cutler because I spent a fortune on a authentic players issue CUTLER #6 Broncos jersey after hearing he would be our franchise QB for years to come. Then he decides to throw all his toys out the pram and demand a trade. Spent so much on that Jersey I cant bear to throw it out. its up in the attic.

Thanks jay.

£150 well spent lol should stick it on ebay


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[hibsbollah]

Watching Christian McCaffery highlights. Looks a bit like a Barry Sanders type, superfast but he's very lightweight for a whole season of getting pounded by Nfl defenses.

[hibsbollah]

That's my first look at the overall #2 pick Bears new QB Mitchell Trubisky. Very impressive performance against the Broncos secondary, I think he'll be around for a long time and will probably be the Bears starter.

[Sylar]

That's my first look at the overall #2 pick Bears new QB Mitchell Trubisky. Very impressive performance against the Broncos secondary, I think he'll be around for a long time and will probably be the Bears starter.

Compared to Glennon and Sanchez, Trubisky actually has the potential to be a decent starter in Chicago, but John Fox is right - one decent pre-season game isn't going to land him the job.

Having said that, when Glennon throws a pick 6 with his first possession and does bugger all with the remainder of his time on the field,and Sanchez continues to be one of the worst QBs I've ever seen in the NFL, you have to wonder how much longer it might be before he gets his shot.

Still, it's hard to judge anything on pre-season, as most teams don't play ANY of their starters - some of the players we had out against Jacksonville last night were right at the bottom of their respective depth charts.

[hibsbollah]

Compared to Glennon and Sanchez, Trubisky actually has the potential to be a decent starter in Chicago, but John Fox is right - one decent pre-season game isn't going to land him the job.

Having said that, when Glennon throws a pick 6 with his first possession and does bugger all with the remainder of his time on the field,and Sanchez continues to be one of the worst QBs I've ever seen in the NFL, you have to wonder how much longer it might be before he gets his shot.

Still, it's hard to judge anything on pre-season, as most teams don't play ANY of their starters - some of the players we had out against Jacksonville last night were right at the bottom of their respective depth charts.

I think it was mostly his mechanics and his decision making that looked impressive, stuff that will be the same regardless of who he faces. I do absolutely agree that players can look good artificially in preseason though. .

[McD]

That's my first look at the overall #2 pick Bears new QB Mitchell Trubisky. Very impressive performance against the Broncos secondary, I think he'll be around for a long time and will probably be the Bears starter.


hopefully he'll come good, and become a platform to build with

[HibernianJK]

Ezekiel Elliot suspended for 6 games - does anyone know the specifics to what happened? May well be reduced but that really could be a season ruiner for the Cowboys.

[Haymaker]

Ezekiel Elliot suspended for 6 games - does anyone know the specifics to what happened? May well be reduced but that really could be a season ruiner for the Cowboys.

And for people's fantasy teams!!

[hibsbollah]

Ezekiel Elliot suspended for 6 games - does anyone know the specifics to what happened? May well be reduced but that really could be a season ruiner for the Cowboys.

Shocker! Although his back ups are excellent, even the #3 back Alfred Morris has good pedigree.

[Calvin]

At a beer festival in Copenhagen. I thought I was having the best time ever. Then my starting RB gets suspended and flex WR gets traded. And it's ~£12 for 400mls. What a life.

[Haymaker]

At a beer festival in Copenhagen. I thought I was having the best time ever. Then my starting RB gets suspended and flex WR gets traded. And it's ~£12 for 400mls. What a life.

Certainly not a good day! Hope you're charging the beers on the company!

[hibsbollah]

I'm getting quite into Last chance U now on Netflix. Did anyone feel like I did and ending up wanting them to lose? :faf: an arrogant institution buying success with washed up primadonnas only interested in their own careers? If I was that 2-6 mississippi delta college losing 48-0at halftime while they're taking TO's and rubbing our noses in it, I'd have been wanting to start brawling with them too! And that head coach:grr: what a hun face.

[Gatecrasher]

I'm getting quite into Last chance U now on Netflix. Did anyone feel like I did and ending up wanting them to lose? :faf: an arrogant institution buying success with washed up primadonnas only interested in their own careers? If I was that 2-6 mississippi delta college losing 48-0at halftime while they're taking TO's and rubbing our noses in it, I'd have been wanting to start brawling with them too! And that head coach:grr: what a hun face.
are you talking about Season 1 or 2?

on Season 2 I did as well, the only guy I wanted to succeed was the QB. The big guy that went in a huff every 2 mins got a spot at Penn St. Just shows how much these guys are pandered to. I wonder what will come of them when they leave college? Their coach is a bit of an ass as well.

That teacher Miss Wagner deserves a medal putting up with all that.

[hibsbollah]

are you talking about Season 1 or 2?

on Season 2 I did as well, the only guy I wanted to succeed was the QB. The big guy that went in a huff every 2 mins got a spot at Penn St. Just shows how much these guys are pandered to. I wonder what will come of them when they leave college? Their coach is a bit of an ass as well.

That teacher Miss Wagner deserves a medal putting up with all that.

Im still at series 1. :agree: The teacher was fantastic. So patient.

[Gatecrasher]

Im still at series 1. :agree: The teacher was fantastic. So patient.

Season 1 I liked that team to be honest. Season 2 is a different story all together imo.

[hibsbollah]

Season 1 I liked that team to be honest. Season 2 is a different story all together imo.

I don't mind the individual players. I like big Ron Ollie the orphan DT, I even like both qbs and dj law the superstar RB. The organisation is a bit of a 'flat track bully' though. Great documentary and insight into that world,really enjoying it.

[DarrenSQH]

Love that show. Season 1 I liked the guys on the team alot. Season 2 not so much. The coach is a D1ck throughout though.

First episode of Hard knocks was great. Winston comes over so well. Even as a Saints fan I liked him.

[Gatecrasher]

I don't mind the individual players. I like big Ron Ollie the orphan DT, I even like both qbs and dj law the superstar RB. The organisation is a bit of a 'flat track bully' though. Great documentary and insight into that world,really enjoying it.


Love that show. Season 1 I liked the guys on the team alot. Season 2 not so much. The coach is a D1ck throughout though.

First episode of Hard knocks was great. Winston comes over so well. Even as a Saints fan I liked him.

Both sum it up IMO, season 1 the guys for the most part are trying to be better and you find yourself routing for a few of them, Season 2 is a bit different. You'll see what we mean when you get there bollah.

[hibernianyank]

I love the show, but I can't stand Buddy Stephens. Next season they're not following EMCC, pretty sure they will be following Independent CC.

[hibsbollah]

Season 2 isn't a patch on series 1 IMO. I'm not interested in the religious storyline at all. And the players!??

[Sergio sledge]

The Elliot suspension fallout is getting pretty dirty. Journalists have been getting leaked information about the character of the accuser and the NFL have accused the NFLPA of leaking the information.

The NFL have said this amounts to victim shaming and is one of the reasons many victims don't come forward in the first place.

The players association have responded by accusing the NFL of trying to deflect attention away from the investigation and it's failings on player discipline.

There's a lot of aspects of this situation that make me feel uncomfortable, but I do have to agree with the NFL, the information that is leaking about the accuser is a clear attempt to publicly discredit her and get the public on Elliot's side. Even if she had made it all up, the investigation and the information during the basis of his appeal should be in secret IMHO.

[NOLA]

Obviously Elliot's management team see current lucrative sponsorships and future deals going up in smoke [emoji100] no sympathy at all. Hopefully the league upholds the ban to send out a clear message


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[HibernianJK]

Would there be this much of a reaction if it wasn't Ezekiel Elliot and less well known player? I doubt it.

[hibsbollah]

Would there be this much of a reaction if it wasn't Ezekiel Elliot and less well known player? I doubt it.

The NFLPA statement on the Nfl allegations about the union blackening the name of elliots girlfriend is like something Donald Trump would tweet. The two organisations clearly despise each other.

[NOLA]

Elliot's clearly guilty. Hiding behind that beard [emoji85]


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[Sylar]

Anyone remember the website that tells us what games are on TV in the U.K., including the NCAA games? Surprised looking through the TV schedule that the Michigan v Florida game isn't on BT Sport.

[DH1875]

Anyone remember the website that tells us what games are on TV in the U.K., including the NCAA games? Surprised looking through the TV schedule that the Michigan v Florida game isn't on BT Sport.

Pretty sure it on the BT Sport ESPN channel :wink:

[Gatecrasher]

Anyone remember the website that tells us what games are on TV in the U.K., including the NCAA games? Surprised looking through the TV schedule that the Michigan v Florida game isn't on BT Sport.

they normally schedule a week or two in advance

Saturday 26 August
5.00pm – Texas Southern @ Florida A&M (LIVE, ESPN Player)
8.00pm – Portland State @ BYU (LIVE, ESPN Player)
11.30pm – Chattanooga vs Jacksonville St from Montgomery (LIVE, ESPN Player)
Midnight – Colgate at Cal Poly (LIVE, ESPN Player)
3.00am – Stanford vs Rice from Sydney (LIVE, BT Sport 1, ESPN Player)
5.00am – College GameDay Season Preview

Saturday 2 September
8.30am – College Football Live
9.30am – Utah State @ Wisconsin (rep)
2.00pm – College GameDay from Atlanta (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
5.00pm – Akron @ Penn State (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
8.30pm – Florida vs Michigan from Dallas (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
Midnight – ESPN Goal Line (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
1.00am – Alabama vs Florida State from Atlanta (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
2.30am – BYU vs LSU from Houston (LIVE, BT Sport 2)

[NOLA]

Another preseason week goes by and more players protesting during the national anthem. Frankly I find it absurd that the anthem gets played before every game preseason or not, 🤷🏻*♂️


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[Haymaker]

Another preseason week goes by and more players protesting during the national anthem. Frankly I find it absurd that the anthem gets played before every game preseason or not, 🤷🏻*♂️


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The anthem gets played all the damn time. I'm surprised people aren't sick of hearing it!

[DH1875]

The anthem gets played all the damn time. I'm surprised people aren't sick of hearing it!

It's an American thing, same with their flag/flags.

[Haymaker]

It's an American thing, same with their flag/flags.

It is indeed

[Sylar]

they normally schedule a week or two in advance

Saturday 26 August
5.00pm – Texas Southern @ Florida A&M (LIVE, ESPN Player)
8.00pm – Portland State @ BYU (LIVE, ESPN Player)
11.30pm – Chattanooga vs Jacksonville St from Montgomery (LIVE, ESPN Player)
Midnight – Colgate at Cal Poly (LIVE, ESPN Player)
3.00am – Stanford vs Rice from Sydney (LIVE, BT Sport 1, ESPN Player)
5.00am – College GameDay Season Preview

Saturday 2 September
8.30am – College Football Live
9.30am – Utah State @ Wisconsin (rep)
2.00pm – College GameDay from Atlanta (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
5.00pm – Akron @ Penn State (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
8.30pm – Florida vs Michigan from Dallas (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
Midnight – ESPN Goal Line (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
1.00am – Alabama vs Florida State from Atlanta (LIVE, BTS ESPN)
2.30am – BYU vs LSU from Houston (LIVE, BT Sport 2)

Cheers Gatey - got my weekends wrong - I thought we got underway this weekend for some reason!

Where did you get the list?

[Gatecrasher]

Cheers Gatey - got my weekends wrong - I thought we got underway this weekend for some reason!

Where did you get the list?

Yeah I got exited when I saw this weekend then realised the proper coverage doesn't start until next week. I normally go onto the nfl UK forum, in the NCAA section someone posts them there.

[Gatecrasher]

Bought game pass at the start of the month and madden arrives with 15%off code :rolleyes:

[Sylar]

Looks like Julian Edelman has torn his ACL last night :no way:

[Haymaker]

Looks like Julian Edelman has torn his ACL last night :no way:

****.

[Sylar]

Confirmed: Out for the season :rolleyes:

We have plenty of weapons still, no doubt, but you can't replace an Edelman.

Amazing how one key player can alter your season expectations.

[Willis1875]

Matthew Stafford about to become the highest paid player in NFL history,Quite staggering

[Gatecrasher]

Matthew Stafford about to become the highest paid player in NFL history,Quite staggering

yeah, don't get me wrong as hes obviously a very good player but there is no way he's worth that. Aw well just a big cap hit for the Lions.

[Willis1875]

Matthew Stafford about to become the highest paid player in NFL history,Quite staggering

[hibsbollah]

Matthew Stafford about to become the highest paid player in NFL history,Quite staggering

Hes not even in the top ten QBs in the league IMO. Crazy, but then again Baltimore made Flacco the highest paid player couple of seasons back and he was the same.

Josh McCown will start for the Jets week one. I couldn't remember much about him (there's other McCowns in the league), so I looked him up. he's 38, has played for seven different teams mostly as backup, only started occasionally, had stints in the UFL, has a passer rating of under 80, only got a few preseason snaps behind the Jets two young QBs, one of whom had a disaster (Hackenburg,) and the other one was seriously injured.

[Gatecrasher]

Hes not even in the top ten QBs in the league IMO. Crazy, but then again Baltimore made Flacco the highest paid player couple of seasons back and he was the same.

Josh McCown will start for the Jets week one. I couldn't remember much about him (there's other McCowns in the league), so I looked him up. he's 38, has played for seven different teams mostly as backup, only started occasionally, had stints in the UFL, has a passer rating of under 80, only got a few preseason snaps behind the Jets two young QBs, one of whom had a disaster (Hackenburg,) and the other one was seriously injured.

That was just after Flacco won the Superbowl though so its a little more understandable but I agree with the general point.

[Sergio sledge]

Hes not even in the top ten QBs in the league IMO. Crazy, but then again Baltimore made Flacco the highest paid player couple of seasons back and he was the same.

Josh McCown will start for the Jets week one. I couldn't remember much about him (there's other McCowns in the league), so I looked him up. he's 38, has played for seven different teams mostly as backup, only started occasionally, had stints in the UFL, has a passer rating of under 80, only got a few preseason snaps behind the Jets two young QBs, one of whom had a disaster (Hackenburg,) and the other one was seriously injured.

Jets are surely aiming for first pick in next seasons draft the way they are going....

I wonder if there are any decent QB's as free agents they could sign to make the season more exciting for their fans....

[Sylar]

Jets are surely aiming for first pick in next seasons draft the way they are going....

I wonder if there are any decent QB's as free agents they could sign to make the season more exciting for their fans....

I genuinely feel sorry for the Jets.

They've suffered now for years of poor coaching and dreadful off-field management, and this off-season has almost been like a parody sketch.

They have a hardcore fan base, and a proud history and deserve a lot better than some of the stuff they've been served up in recent years.

I know they're the source of a lot of jokes/banter, and that they're one of our biggest rivals, but I'd love to see a strong Jets team as part of a much stronger AFC East.

[Haymaker]

The Jets and Jags are deliberately tanking this season. I'd be pissed if I supported them.

[hibsbollah]

The Jets and Jags are deliberately tanking this season. I'd be pissed if I supported them.

The Jags look OK I thought :dunno: especially on D. The Jets though, who's their go to player? Forte? Chris Ivory? But I can't believe any team would deliberately throw the season. There's not much difference between #1 and #5 pick surely?

[Haymaker]

The Jags look OK I thought :dunno: especially on D. The Jets though, who's their go to player? Forte? Chris Ivory? But I can't believe any team would deliberately throw the season. There's not much difference between #1 and #5 pick surely?

True but haven't they named Bortles at starting QB? They won't be winning much there unless their D grinds out.

Pretty sure both teams want the USC QB at #1 next season. (Think it's USC anyway.)

[NOLA]

True but haven't they named Bortles at starting QB? They won't be winning much there unless their D grinds out.

Pretty sure both teams want the USC QB at #1 next season. (Think it's USC anyway.)

The Jags D will be gassed early in games cos the Offense won't do nothing under bortles. And the QB both are looking at is thinking of staying on another year lol


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[NOLA]

In regards to Stafford, the Lions don't have much choice but to pay up. Finding a franchise QB is looking harder every year. Unless you seriously luck out with a Brady/Romo type.


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[Haymaker]

The Jags D will be gassed early in games cos the Offense won't do nothing under bortles. And the QB both are looking at is thinking of staying on another year lol


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I'm not surprised!

[Haymaker]

In regards to Stafford, the Lions don't have much choice but to pay up. Finding a franchise QB is looking harder every year. Unless you seriously luck out with a Brady/Romo type.


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Someone said to me today that he has less playoff wins than Tebow? Surely no?!

[NOLA]

Someone said to me today that he has less playoff wins than Tebow? Surely no?!

Romo was an undrafted free agent if memory serves me right. I think he had a fine career regardless. Many current teams would love to have abQB like him leading their team! 🤷🏻*♂️


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[Ginger Gehagan]

Anybody else seen the MMQB mailbag column today? They've got an email there from a Hibee!!

[Haymaker]

Romo was an undrafted free agent if memory serves me right. I think he had a fine career regardless. Many current teams would love to have abQB like him leading their team! 🤷🏻*♂️


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I meant Stafford

[NOLA]

I meant Stafford

Oops [emoji87] [emoji85]


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[NOLA]

Browns release cornerback Joe Haden who then promptly signs with the steelers. Good player on his day and iirc his first game will be against Cleveland [emoji85][emoji23]


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[Calvin]

Booked up to go to the Seahawks-Redskins game! First time going to Seattle, can't wait!

[DH1875]

I genuinely feel sorry for the Jets.

They've suffered now for years of poor coaching and dreadful off-field management, and this off-season has almost been like a parody sketch.

They have a hardcore fan base, and a proud history and deserve a lot better than some of the stuff they've been served up in recent years.

I know they're the source of a lot of jokes/banter, and that they're one of our biggest rivals, but I'd love to see a strong Jets team as part of a much stronger AFC East.


The Jets and Jags are deliberately tanking this season. I'd be pissed if I supported them.

:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

[DH1875]

Booked up to go to the Seahawks-Redskins game! First time going to Seattle, can't wait!

Take a rain coat :greengrin

[Calvin]

Take a rain coat :greengrin
London has been way too hot lately, can't wait to get back to some Scottish style drizzle!

[hibsbollah]

Booked up to go to the Seahawks-Redskins game! First time going to Seattle, can't wait!

:not worth

[Gatecrasher]

Booked up to go to the Seahawks-Redskins game! First time going to Seattle, can't wait!

nice one, hope you have a blast.

[DH1875]

Buckeyes win:aok:

[Sylar]

Buckeyes win:aok:

Lots of pace in your receivers and RBs last night - they'll cause teams problems.

Your secondary look weak though - Indiana picked them apart in the first half and continued getting success in the second half.

We start on Saturday against Florida, which will be a challenging proposition!

[DH1875]

Lots of pace in your receivers and RBs last night - they'll cause teams problems.

Your secondary look weak though - Indiana picked them apart in the first half and continued getting success in the second half.

We start on Saturday against Florida, which will be a challenging proposition!

Haven't watched it yet because of the early/late kick off time. Was planning on watching it tonight but forgot the Scotland game was on so will probably just check out the highlights when I get in. Probably flick in and out of your game tomorrow to see what's happening, hopefully be a good game with a Florida win and you guys playing catch up already :greengrin

[Sylar]

Haven't watched it yet because of the early/late kick off time. Was planning on watching it tonight but forgot the Scotland game was on so will probably just check out the highlights when I get in. Probably flick in and out of your game tomorrow to see what's happening, hopefully be a good game with a Florida win and you guys playing catch up already :greengrin

I didn't watch your game live or anything - just clocked extended highlights this morning.

I didn't even realise Scotland were playing tonight...such is the depth of my interest in football at the minute :greengrin

It's alright - if Florida do manage to beat us, we'll make it up by humping you lot in Ann Arbor on November 25th :greengrin

[DH1875]

It's alright - if Florida do manage to beat us, we'll make it up by humping you lot in Ann Arbor on November 25th :greengrin


:faf::faf::faf: I'll tell the jokes. Reminds me of this old classic.

Q: What's the difference between a porcupine and Ann Arbor?

A: The pricks are on the outside of a porcupine :greengrin

[hibsbollah]

Well pleased with that trade! Jets send DT Sheldon Richardson to Hawks for WR Jermaine Kearse and a 2nd round pick in 2018.

I liked Kearse, local kid undrafted but I think we got the best of that deal.

[Sylar]

Well pleased with that trade! Jets send DT Sheldon Richardson to Hawks for WR Jermaine Kearse and a 2nd round pick in 2018.

I liked Kearse, local kid undrafted but I think we got the best of that deal.

The asset stripping continues in New Jersey.

Kearse is a reasonable WR - but you could put the best WR in the league in that Jets team, and it won't make a blind bit of difference with who's throwing to him/making space for him.

[DH1875]

The asset stripping continues in New Jersey.

Kearse is a reasonable WR - but you could put the best WR in the league in that Jets team, and it won't make a blind bit of difference with who's throwing to him/making space for him.

:agree::agree::confused::confused:

[Gatecrasher]

https://youtu.be/G1GVout0ZYM

[hibsbollah]

The asset stripping continues in New Jersey.

Kearse is a reasonable WR - but you could put the best WR in the league in that Jets team, and it won't make a blind bit of difference with who's throwing to him/making space for him.

The Jets will be interesting to watch this season.

Seattle now has pro bowl calibre players in every position on Defence except for the second corner opposite Sherman. If it all clicks we could be scary again. Great fantasy pick.

[DH1875]

We start on Saturday against Florida, which will be a challenging proposition!

See that their missing 11 starters from the game through suspension. Jammy gits

[hibsbollah]

#1'Bama against #3Florida State tomorrow at 1pm on BT sport:aok:

Should be a close game coming up...want Michigan to win this one.

[Gatecrasher]

#1'Bama against #3Florida State tomorrow at 1pm on BT sport:aok:

Should be a close game coming up...want Michigan to win this one.

I always have a mixed response to week one, on one hand there is some college football to watch on the other hand there is usually a blow out.

This one might be good though.

[hibsbollah]

I always have a mixed response to week one, on one hand there is some college football to watch on the other hand there is usually a blow out.

This one might be good though.

What an atmosphere!

[Gatecrasher]

What an atmosphere!

The stadium is rocking! There could be an ejection already :greengrin

This is mental already lol!

[hibsbollah]

Great start to the game, Florida D looks very strong, two well matched teams. Controversial call on 4th down at the goaline goes against Michigan, 3-3 after the opening drives.

[Gatecrasher]

The Florida QB is 6'5 and the Michigan QB is 6'6
Is that a record?

Since when is it a penalty to spin the ball?

Pick 6 now 10-10

Back to back pick six lol, this is worse than me on madden.

A blocked punt now, college football is back! I just wish they showed that Texas game earlier.

[hibsbollah]

The Florida QB is 6'5 and the Michigan QB is 6'6
Is that a record?

Since when is it a penalty to spin the ball?

Pick 6 now 10-10

Back to back pick six lol, this is worse than me on madden.

A blocked punt now, college football is back! I just wish they showed that Texas game earlier.

The spinning the ball thing :grr: don't get me started. They are ruining the sport with these nonsense penalties. 15 yards is ridiculous.
New QB on for Michigan losing 17-10.

[Gatecrasher]

The spinning the ball thing :grr: don't get me started. They are ruining the sport with these nonsense penalties. 15 yards is ridiculous.
New QB on for Michigan losing 17-10.

It's ludicrous :agree:

17-13 to Florida at HT

Good game so far, I wonder how Florida would have done without all the suspensions though.

I'm a little surprised Michigan seem to be without a decent QB.

I wish they would cut the length of the game a bit though that took about an hour and a half!

[Sylar]

I'm a little worried, not going to lie.

We've looked poor.

[Sylar]

A classic game of two halves! Superb shutout in the second half from our D and the offense FINALLY got it going.

In other news, we've (New England) traded Jacoby Brissett to the Colts for Phillip Dorsett (WR, and #1 pick in 2015).

[Haymaker]

I love football. Even if NC state got beat.

[NOLA]

LSU shut out BYU 27-0 at the Superdome limiting BYU to -5 yards rushing [emoji1322][emoji1322][emoji1322] #GeauxTigers [emoji197]


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[hibernianyank]

I love football. Even if NC state got beat.

Go Gamecocks!! :greengrin

[Haymaker]

Go Gamecocks!! :greengrin

'Kn booooooooooooo!

[hibsbollah]

This is cool. Probably the one position on the field where its possible to be as effective as everyone else:aok:

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2017/sep/03/jake-olson-blind-college-football-player-long-snapper-usc-trojans

[Pretty Boy]

This is cool. Probably the one position on the field where its possible to be as effective as everyone else:aok:

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2017/sep/03/jake-olson-blind-college-football-player-long-snapper-usc-trojans

That's a really great story. Thanks for posting.

[hibsbollah]

That's a really great story. Thanks for posting.

I note they'll be using him again when the situation is right, so not just a one off.

[Sergio sledge]

Brock Osweiler released by Browns and signed by Denver. Joe Webb (who?) Signed by the Bills as backup QB. Colin Kaepernick still unsigned...

I know that Osweiler is a cheap option (Browns have to pay over £15m of his £16m salary this season, but seriously with the D Denver has and players like Thomas and Sanders they'd have a serious shot at the Superbowl this year with Kaepernick. Peyton Manning managed to take them to a superbowl while not being able to throw a pass over 10 yards accurately...

[hibsbollah]

Brock Osweiler released by Browns and signed by Denver. Joe Webb (who?) Signed by the Bills as backup QB. Colin Kaepernick still unsigned...

I know that Osweiler is a cheap option (Browns have to pay over £15m of his £16m salary this season, but seriously with the D Denver has and players like Thomas and Sanders they'd have a serious shot at the Superbowl this year with Kaepernick. Peyton Manning managed to take them to a superbowl while not being able to throw a pass over 10 yards accurately...

Yeah, I'm aware we have kind of discussed this to death, but it really makes me angry on his behalf. Great article below, which points out that when and if a team does sign him it shouldn't be held up as a symbol of progressive, modern attitudes just because they're doing what is normal behaviour. 34 relative nobodies signed at QB this off-season already remember.

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/there-is-nothing-noble-about-the-team-that-inevitably-signs-colin-kaepernick/

And with apologies to Gatecrasher...one of the great performances ever. I still remember watching it amazed.
https://youtu.be/tbOm0rA_6iE

[McD]

This is cool. Probably the one position on the field where its possible to be as effective as everyone else:aok:

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2017/sep/03/jake-olson-blind-college-football-player-long-snapper-usc-trojans


Things like this are really heartwarming, nice to see some happy news now and again. Well done to all, especially that young man on not giving up on his dream

[Sergio sledge]

Yeah, I'm aware we have kind of discussed this to death, but it really makes me angry on his behalf. Great article below, which points out that when and if a team does sign him it shouldn't be held up as a symbol of progressive, modern attitudes just because they're doing what is normal behaviour. 34 relative nobodies signed at QB this off-season already remember.

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/there-is-nothing-noble-about-the-team-that-inevitably-signs-colin-kaepernick/

And with apologies to Gatecrasher...one of the great performances ever. I still remember watching it amazed.
https://youtu.be/tbOm0rA_6iE

Yeah I may have mentioned it a couple of times before.... It makes me angry as well, he's by no means elite, but he's certainly better than at least 10 of the starting QBs in the league, even based on last season which was poor by his standards. That playoff run was incredible and he almost won the 49ers a superbowl.

It's a disgrace that he's not got a team IMHO and all the pundits who defend the teams who don't sign him with daft excuses are so weak and spineless to not just come out and say why he's not getting signed.