NFL/NCAA (American Football)

[hibsbollah]

I'm in a few Dolphins Facebook groups and they make this place look calm and measured by comparison.

We had a good draft. We needed a weapon for Tua and after adding Will Fuller in FA, we took the best available receiver on the board at 6. We needed a pass rusher and if Jaelon Phillips stays fit we got a steal at 18. That was more pressing than a running back so passing on Harris made sense. We needed someone on the O line and we got one from Notre Dame who always produce in that position, we took a safety for depth. The tight end was the most surprising pick but with Gesicki and Smythe both potential free agents next year and the former likely to demand big money coming out of his rookie contract it makes sense. An OT and finally a RB in round 7, which based on recent years could well mean some success, rounds of a decent weekends work. Add to that we still have 2 1st round picks next year thanks to the trade with the 49ers and Eagles.

The moaning from some fans is unreal. People threatening to go and support other teams and predicting we are going 2-15, 7-10 and other doomsday scenarios. I get it we have under achieved or just been plain awful for years but everything is moving in the right direction. The AFC East will be competitive next season so it's hard to say with certainty we are a play off team but we were close last year and on paper look better now than we were then.

Seahawks.net and their Facebook page is very similar, absolute hysterics and drama queens in a cauldron of negativity. It makes me even more convinced that a cocktail of not being at games, explosion in social media use and mental health pressures due to lockdown is making ALL sports fans a bid madder than normal.

[Haymaker]

It’s been a poor draft for stupid names, which is always what I look for first. Early favourites were both drafted by the Panthers, (clearly they like drafting just on the basis of names too) a running back called Chubby Hubbard and a TE from Notre Dame called Tommy Tremble. I’ll be watching their careers closely.

Tommy Tremble is a New York Post headline waiting to happen...

[McD]

Seahawks.net and their Facebook page is very similar, absolute hysterics and drama queens in a cauldron of negativity. It makes me even more convinced that a cocktail of not being at games, explosion in social media use and mental health pressures due to lockdown is making ALL sports fans a bid madder than normal.


funnily enough, seen some Bears Facebook pages with a decent proportion of hysterics and whining. Just drafted what appears to be a franchise QB that few thought we’d have a chance at getting, and a cracker of an offensive linesman in an area of weakness, with several complementary players, and some folk still aren’t happy,

[Pretty Boy]

Tebow is back.

[HibernianJK]

Tebow is back.

Sheer cronyism from Urban Myer

[Sylar]

Willing to bet Tebow is cut before the pre-season gets underway.

[NOLA]

We doing fantasy teams this season?


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[Willis1875]

I’m hoping so NOLA,Are you still on the WhatsApp group?

[hibsbollah]

We doing fantasy teams this season?


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There was interest for doing it again, we usually do a draft in July. Just use WhatsApp again?

[David_D]

Some rumours kicking around in Vegas that Aaron Rodgers is set to announce his retirement.

[Haymaker]

Some rumours kicking around in Vegas that Aaron Rodgers is set to announce his retirement.

Wouldn't surprise me.

[hibsbollah]

Some rumours kicking around in Vegas that Aaron Rodgers is set to announce his retirement.

He’s behaved like such a prick the last offseason, definitely spoiled his legacy if that’s him walking away so close to the season.

[McD]

He’s behaved like such a prick the last offseason, definitely spoiled his legacy if that’s him walking away so close to the season.


Think he’s on a mission to show the Packers that he’s the man in control, and because of the finances he has them over a barrel.

whether he stays or goes, he’s making his point to them

dont disagree with your assessment of his behaviour

[Haymaker]

The Mac Jones era begins...

[McD]

The Mac Jones era begins...


bold move by Belichick

[Sylar]

Great game to open the season last night! Both teams looked very good offensively.

Gronkowski and Brady looks to be another potent partnership if the former can stay fit.

[hibsbollah]

OK, it’s not too late for predictions.

AFC Champions: Buffalo, Cleveland, Tennessee, Kansas City
NFC Champions: Washington, Green Bay, Tampa, LA Rams
MVP Patrick Mahomes
Rookie of the year: Yon 49ers QB who’s name escapes me. Trey Lance!
First round pick 22/23: Houston

Super bowl Kansas City beat LA Rams.

[Sylar]

OK, it’s not too late for predictions.

AFC Champions: Buffalo, Cleveland, Tennessee, Kansas City
NFC Champions: Washington, Green Bay, Tampa, LA Rams
MVP Patrick Mahomes
Rookie of the year: Yon 49ers QB who’s name escapes me. Trey Lance!
First round pick 22/23: Houston

Super bowl Kansas City beat LA Rams.

AFC Champions: New England, Pittsburgh, Tennessee, Kansas City
NFC Champions: Dallas, Green Bay, Tampa Bay, San Francisco
MVP: Tom Brady
ROTY: Mac Jones
First Round Pick: NY Jets

Super Bowl: Tampa Bay beat Kansas City

[Sergio sledge]

OK, it’s not too late for predictions.

AFC Champions: Buffalo, Cleveland, Tennessee, Kansas City
NFC Champions: Washington, Green Bay, Tampa, LA Rams
MVP Patrick Mahomes
Rookie of the year: Yon 49ers QB who’s name escapes me. Trey Lance!
First round pick 22/23: Houston

Super bowl Kansas City beat LA Rams.

Pretty much my thoughts except Dallas will win the NFC East, Justin Fields to win rookie of the year and the Rams to win the Super bowl.

[hibsbollah]

Pretty much my thoughts except Dallas will win the NFC East, Justin Fields to win rookie of the year and the Rams to win the Super bowl.

My mate in Chicago is getting very excited about Fields. They’ve literally never had a decent QB in living memory.

[Sergio sledge]

My mate in Chicago is getting very excited about Fields. They’ve literally never had a decent QB in living memory.Yeah he seems the real deal. Only a matter of time before he replaces Dalton.

[lord bunberry]

My mate in Chicago is getting very excited about Fields. They’ve literally never had a decent QB in living memory.
He was terrible yesterday, admittedly with no protection.

[McD]

He was terrible yesterday, admittedly with no protection.


its the protection thing that’s one of the 2 biggest issues, the O-line are a sieve. The other is the coach, who appears to be trying to force a style of play on the QB/offence that doesn’t utilise his strengths at all

[lord bunberry]

its the protection thing that’s one of the 2 biggest issues, the O-line are a sieve. The other is the coach, who appears to be trying to force a style of play on the QB/offence that doesn’t utilise his strengths at all
They mentioned in the commentary that the coaches think he’s a bit slow to process things and that they were trying to play to his strengths, but he didn’t really get much of a chance to process anything at the weekend, he was either sacked or on his bike on almost every play. He’ll obviously have easier games, but it’s going to be a baptism of fire with that offence in front of him.

[cabbageandribs1875]

i hope ruggs goes to jail for a long time Henry Ruggs was driving 156 mph before deadly crash: prosecutor (nypost.com) (https://nypost.com/2021/11/03/henry-ruggs-was-driving-156-mph-before-deadly-crash-prosecutor/)

an Uber would probably have cost $30 or sommit

horrific for that poor woman

[Sergio sledge]

i hope ruggs goes to jail for a long time Henry Ruggs was driving 156 mph before deadly crash: prosecutor (nypost.com) (https://nypost.com/2021/11/03/henry-ruggs-was-driving-156-mph-before-deadly-crash-prosecutor/)

an Uber would probably have cost $30 or sommit

horrific for that poor woman

Not even $30 dollars, the NFLPA have a free scheme offering rides to players any time day or night to prevent these things happening. They'll even run your car home for you.

Inexcusable to drink and drive in any circumstance let alone do 156mph in your car in a residential area.

[Haymaker]

Not even $30 dollars, the NFLPA have a free scheme offering rides to players any time day or night to prevent these things happening. They'll even run your car home for you.

Inexcusable to drink and drive in any circumstance let alone do 156mph in your car in a residential area.

See I was discussing this yesterday and saying "surely if you are a pro sports teams you get a car service on the books so all your players are safe".

To find out the NFLPA has that in place and this asshole still got hammered and drove at 156mph and killing some young lady? Absolutely disgraceful. He's going to jail and he better be prepared to be there for a while.

[McD]

See I was discussing this yesterday and saying "surely if you are a pro sports teams you get a car service on the books so all your players are safe".

To find out the NFLPA has that in place and this asshole still got hammered and drove at 156mph and killing some young lady? Absolutely disgraceful. He's going to jail and he better be prepared to be there for a while.


There’s a level of entitlement and ‘the rules don’t apply to me’ across some elite sportsmen, it’s not restricted to the NFL, there was Jack Grealish pranging cars during lockdown, Kyle Walker caught twice travelling beyond the allowed distance during lockdown, some of the tax stuff in Spain, sexual assault and worse across multiple sports, etc.

You wonder how much of it is driven by (nearly) a lifetime of being told you’re amazing, you’re wonderful, and people cutting corners for you and making allowances and excuses for you.

I should be clear, the vast majority of professional athletes appear to be decent, upstanding people

[hibsbollah]

This won’t be a popular view but I feel sorry for Ruggs. I have no idea what he was thinking but that one night changes his whole life. God knows I did some stupid things when I was young?(granted I never drove at 156mph when drunk), and often it’s just luck when you escape without some sort of disaster. He’ll probably be 50 when he gets out of prison with his life in tatters and he’ll be chewed up with regrets and guilt.

[Gatecrasher]

I ordered a Rodgers Jersey at the weekend for my Christmas and it turns out the guy is a complete nut job, might return it for someone else lol.

[hibsbollah]

I ordered a Rodgers Jersey at the weekend for my Christmas and it turns out the guy is a complete nut job, might return it for someone else lol.

The great MLK said: ‘You have a moral obligation to object to unjust rules and rules that make no sense,’” Rogers said, misquoting Martin Luther King Jr.

He continued: “What about ‘My body, my choice?’ What about making the best decision for my circumstance? This idea that it’s the pandemic of the unvaccinated, it’s just a total lie.”

[Haymaker]

There’s a level of entitlement and ‘the rules don’t apply to me’ across some elite sportsmen, it’s not restricted to the NFL, there was Jack Grealish pranging cars during lockdown, Kyle Walker caught twice travelling beyond the allowed distance during lockdown, some of the tax stuff in Spain, sexual assault and worse across multiple sports, etc.

You wonder how much of it is driven by (nearly) a lifetime of being told you’re amazing, you’re wonderful, and people cutting corners for you and making allowances and excuses for you.

I should be clear, the vast majority of professional athletes appear to be decent, upstanding people

Very true. The egos on footballers I meet who have done zero in the game is unbelievable

[Gatecrasher]

The great MLK said: ‘You have a moral obligation to object to unjust rules and rules that make no sense,’” Rogers said, misquoting Martin Luther King Jr.

He continued: “What about ‘My body, my choice?’ What about making the best decision for my circumstance? This idea that it’s the pandemic of the unvaccinated, it’s just a total lie.”

I think his previous actions tell me in the grand scheme of things he's a decent/good person but thoroughly misguided here. It doesn't help when you speak to Joe Rogan for health advice. The choice to use MLK though is a bad one :hilarious

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Was down in London a few weeks ago and done the stadium tour at Spurs. Was set up for the NFL, which was interesting to see.

Caveat: I have no interest or knowledge of NFL, but thought the photos might be of interest to those that follow it.

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[Pretty Boy]

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Was down in London a few weeks ago and done the stadium tour at Spurs. Was set up for the NFL, which was interesting to see.

Caveat: I have no interest or knowledge of NFL, but thought the photos might be of interest to those that follow it.

Come on The Jets [emoji1184][emoji41]


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The Jets and Hibs.

That's one way to avoid ever being called a gloryhunter....

Cracking pictures.

[hibsbollah]

I think his previous actions tell me in the grand scheme of things he's a decent/good person but thoroughly misguided here. It doesn't help when you speak to Joe Rogan for health advice. The choice to use MLK though is a bad one :hilarious

Great player obviously, but there’s something of the David Brent about Rodgers :greengrin That’s definitely something Brent would come out with. Russell Wilson not much better admittedly, with his current ‘Dangerruss’ chat.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Not even $30 dollars, the NFLPA have a free scheme offering rides to players any time day or night to prevent these things happening. They'll even run your car home for you.

Inexcusable to drink and drive in any circumstance let alone do 156mph in your car in a residential area.



quite astonishing, too late now to wonder what on earth he was thinking

[cabbageandribs1875]

just about to put a few £ on Green bay @ Kansas and wondered why they were such a good price, ah well maybe not :greengrin thanks google

[cabbageandribs1875]

i'm convinced my £5 on packers back in october for the super bowl will happen :)


KC chiefs still big Fav's @ 9/2 with Green Bay @ 17/4
Tampa Bay @ 13/2
Patriots @ 11/1

[hibsbollah]

i'm convinced my £5 on packers back in october for the super bowl will happen :)


KC chiefs still big Fav's @ 9/2 with Green Bay @ 17/4
Tampa Bay @ 13/2
Patriots @ 11/1

It just feels like a total lottery, with key players on multiple teams getting covid all over the place. I wouldn’t be betting on anyone at this point.

[Pretty Boy]

The covid situation is making a bit of a farce of the league.

I stayed up to watch the Miami v New Orleans game last night and the Saints roster was a joke. They had a guy in the offensive line who signed to the practice squad on boxing day and was elevated to the full roster yesterday to start. Not a single snap in practice. They had Blake Bortles as back up QB who signed on Christmas Eve. The rookie QB was sacked 9 times and hit a further 13 times, it was verging on abuse.

It puts us in a position where we can win out and be guaranteed a play off place so to that end I'm not complaining. There's little sporting merit in such a win though.

[cabbageandribs1875]

John Madden has died John Madden: NFL coach, broadcaster and video game icon dies at 85 - BBC News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-59814542)



Legendary American Football coach and commentator John Madden has died at the age of 85, the National Football League (NFL) has announced.
The league said he died unexpectedly and did not give a cause.


Madden led the then-Oakland Raiders to their first Super Bowl victory in 1977 and became a hugely popular television analyst after retiring from coaching.


He later became the face of Madden NFL Football, one of the most successful sports video games ever.

[hibsbollah]

The covid situation is making a bit of a farce of the league.

I stayed up to watch the Miami v New Orleans game last night and the Saints roster was a joke. They had a guy in the offensive line who signed to the practice squad on boxing day and was elevated to the full roster yesterday to start. Not a single snap in practice. They had Blake Bortles as back up QB who signed on Christmas Eve. The rookie QB was sacked 9 times and hit a further 13 times, it was verging on abuse.

It puts us in a position where we can win out and be guaranteed a play off place so to that end I'm not complaining. There's little sporting merit in such a win though.

The Ravens were down to their EIGHTH choice cornerback against the Packers the other day (and still kept it close, amazingly). The NFL is always affected by injuries after a long season in any normal year, but the pandemic has just taken it to a whole new level. Its made a lopt of matchups a lottery.

[hibsbollah]

John Madden has died John Madden: NFL coach, broadcaster and video game icon dies at 85 - BBC News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-59814542)



Legendary American Football coach and commentator John Madden has died at the age of 85, the National Football League (NFL) has announced.
The league said he died unexpectedly and did not give a cause.


Madden led the then-Oakland Raiders to their first Super Bowl victory in 1977 and became a hugely popular television analyst after retiring from coaching.


He later became the face of Madden NFL Football, one of the most successful sports video games ever.



Him and Pat Summerall were two of the voices of my childhood. RIP.

[McD]

Very interesting game between the bengals and chiefs, took Kansas City out of the AFC top spot (Tennessee winning also contributed hahaha)


plus Antonio Brown doing Antonio Brown things

[cabbageandribs1875]

good luck to the guy :agree:

David Ojabo: NFL draft awaits for 21-year-old from Aberdeenshire - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/59873760)


As recently as 2017, David Ojabo had never played American football. After all, the sport wasn't especially big in Aberdeenshire.
Yet later this year, he is set to become an NFL star after declaring for the 2022 draft. In fact, by the end of April, the 21-year-old could be one of the most lavishly-paid Scottish athletes on the planet.

[hibsbollah]

good luck to the guy :agree:

David Ojabo: NFL draft awaits for 21-year-old from Aberdeenshire - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/59873760)


As recently as 2017, David Ojabo had never played American football. After all, the sport wasn't especially big in Aberdeenshire.
Yet later this year, he is set to become an NFL star after declaring for the 2022 draft. In fact, by the end of April, the 21-year-old could be one of the most lavishly-paid Scottish athletes on the planet.


Almost impossible to predict where he will end up. So many teams in the middle of the draft need an edge rusher. Denver, the Giants, the Eagles (who have 3 picks in the first round)??

[cabbageandribs1875]

Almost impossible to predict where he will end up. So many teams in the middle of the draft need an edge rusher. Denver, the Giants, the Eagles (who have 3 picks in the first round)??


i have to confess all that goes over my head for now :greengrin but, i've watched the superbowl without fail for 30+ years, only started watching the group games more regularly two years ago and starting this season i've watched games every weekend including the games that finish approx 4am on the monday morning, i'm starting to finally pick up on the rules and i even know what a drive and a hail mary pass is :greengrin i'm getting there, slowly

[hibsbollah]

i have to confess all that goes over my head for now :greengrin but, i've watched the superbowl without fail for 30+ years, only started watching the group games more regularly two years ago and starting this season i've watched games every weekend including the games that finish approx 4am on the monday morning, i'm starting to finally pick up on the rules and i even know what a drive and a hail mary pass is :greengrin i'm getting there, slowly

Sorry :greengrin

NFL draft- Springtime Event where the best college players in the country get picked by the NFL pro teams. Worst NFL team from previous season gets first pick of the top young player in the first round, then in ascending order so the 32nd and last pick is owned by the previous years best team. Then you start another round, i think there’s now seven rounds in total(But picks get traded between teams, eg.if you want to trade for a player you can swap him for a pick). This lad who grew up in Aberdeenshire and went to college in Michigan is projected to go in the first round, which means he’s very very good.

Edge Rusher- the really athletic fast big defender who rushes at the QB from ‘the edge’ of the ‘line’ (the ‘line’ is the line of the biggest 5 players on the offensive and defensive units who line up and charge into each other when the ball is snapped back to the QB). He’s often crouching over the lineman when the other linemen are down in a 3 point stance (like a sprinter) or a 4 point stance.The edge rusher is one of the most important positions on the field because a good player here can disrupt the oppositions passing game.

Picks-players you get in the draft. Due to trading with other teams, the Eagles have 3 1st round picks this year, which is very unusual and should mean they have a good young team to work with in the next few seasons.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Sorry :greengrin

NFL draft- Springtime Event where the best college players in the country get picked by the NFL pro teams. Worst NFL team from previous season gets first pick of the top young player in the first round, then in ascending order so the 32nd and last pick is owned by the previous years best team. Then you start another round, i think there’s now seven rounds in total(But picks get traded between teams, eg.if you want to trade for a player you can swap him for a pick). This lad who grew up in Aberdeenshire and went to college in Michigan is projected to go in the first round, which means he’s very very good.

Edge Rusher- the really athletic fast big defender who rushes at the QB from ‘the edge’ of the ‘line’ (the ‘line’ is the line of the biggest 5 players on the offensive and defensive units who line up and charge into each other when the ball is snapped back to the QB). He’s often crouching over the lineman when the other linemen are down in a 3 point stance (like a sprinter) or a 4 point stance.The edge rusher is one of the most important positions on the field because a good player here can disrupt the oppositions passing game.

Picks-players you get in the draft. Due to trading with other teams, the Eagles have 3 1st round picks this year, which is very unusual and should mean they have a good young team to work with in the next few seasons.

Mmmm ok ta :lips seal as for the eagles, jeezo they should get a lot more picks as they were absolutely dreadful in getting a hammering from Dallas Cowboys(just finished) 52-26 at home, cowboys 2nd highest score against them, they did get a consolation TD with under 2 mins remaining but lucky,very lucky, if there was over 1,500 remaining fans in a 69k stadium, and i think even they were probably just player family members :greengrin

[Sergio sledge]

Mmmm ok ta :lips seal as for the eagles, jeezo they should get a lot more picks as they were absolutely dreadful in getting a hammering from Dallas Cowboys(just finished) 52-26 at home, cowboys 2nd highest score against them, they did get a consolation TD with under 2 mins remaining but lucky,very lucky, if there was over 1,500 remaining fans in a 69k stadium, and i think even they were probably just player family members :greengrinBarely any of the eagles starters played last night, think Kelce played a snap in order to keep alive his consecutive games played streak and Smith played to try to break the Eagles rookie receiving yards record.

The Eagles treated it like the last pre-season game where all the starters are rested to avoid the risk of injury.

Dallas on the other hand played most of their starters including Dak Prescott for most of the game, only taking them out in the 4th quarter. Can't really read anything into the result last night.

I think that the eagles will be out in the first game of the playoffs though, I don't think there's any chance we beat the rams, bucs or cardinals (depending who gets 2nd and 3rd seeds).

[cabbageandribs1875]

Barely any of the eagles starters played last night, think Kelce played a snap in order to keep alive his consecutive games played streak and Smith played to try to break the Eagles rookie receiving yards record.

The Eagles treated it like the last pre-season game where all the starters are rested to avoid the risk of injury.

Dallas on the other hand played most of their starters including Dak Prescott for most of the game, only taking them out in the 4th quarter. Can't really read anything into the result last night.

I think that the eagles will be out in the first game of the playoffs though, I don't think there's any chance we beat the rams, bucs or cardinals (depending who gets 2nd and 3rd seeds).


fair do's didn't realise that :thumbsup: i see Denver Broncos sacked their coach today. missed the play-off's for the last six seasons since winning it

[Sergio sledge]

fair do's didn't realise that [emoji106] i see Denver Broncos sacked their coach today. missed the play-off's for the last six seasons since winning itYeah, I feel a bit sorry for their coach to be honest, they've not had a decent quarterback since Manning, using 10 starting QB's in that time; Drew Lock, Trevor Siemian, Paxton Lynch, Brock Osweiler, Case Keenum, Joe Flacco, Brandon Allen, Jeff Driskel and Brett Rypien.

I don't know how any management can expect a head coach to get a decent offence when you are having to work with that rubbish.

Elway is likely to be out of the picture after this season so the new GM will have to try to pull off some miracle at QB, it's not a good off-season to be looking for a QB, no real prospects available in the draft and nothing in free agency. They'll need to try to get a trade on the go, maybe make a swing for Russell Wilson?

[-Jonesy-]

Who’s watching Rams 9ers???
Absolute drama man that’s why American fitba is a great game, such crazy stories playing out in the most crucial of moments.
I love/hate Jimmy G

[lord bunberry]

Who’s watching Rams 9ers???
Absolute drama man that’s why American fitba is a great game, such crazy stories playing out in the most crucial of moments.
I love/hate Jimmy G
It’s been some game, the 49ers look like they’ve won it in overtime. I didn’t see that coming when the Rams were leading 17-0.

[-Jonesy-]

Wow what a finish!!!!
We’re in the playoffs
Here we go 6 in a row we own the rams
We ****ing own the rams!!!!!!!!

[cabbageandribs1875]

wildcard weekend fixtures :)

Saturday, 15 January
Las Vegas Raiders v Cincinnati Bengals (21:35)
New England Patriots v Buffalo Bills (01:15)

Sunday, 16 January
Philadelphia Eagles v Tampa Bay Buccaneers (18:00)
San Francisco 49ers v Dallas Cowboys (21:30)
Pittsburgh Steelers v Kansas City Chiefs (01:15)

Monday, 17 January
Arizona Cardinals v Los Angeles Rams (01:15)

[cabbageandribs1875]

three more fired

Three NFL coaches have lost their jobs on a day known as 'Black Monday' because of it's history of sackings.
Miami Dolphins parted ways with Brian Flores, Minnesota Vikings sacked head coach Mike Zimmer and Chicago Bears fired Matt Nagy after all three teams missed out on the play-offs.

The Vikings and Bears also relieved respective general managers Rick Spielman and Ryan Pace of their duties.

[hibsbollah]

three more fired

Three NFL coaches have lost their jobs on a day known as 'Black Monday' because of it's history of sackings.
Miami Dolphins parted ways with Brian Flores, Minnesota Vikings sacked head coach Mike Zimmer and Chicago Bears fired Matt Nagy after all three teams missed out on the play-offs.

The Vikings and Bears also relieved respective general managers Rick Spielman and Ryan Pace of their duties.

I think that’s particularly harsh on Flores and Zimmer, Nagy was always a dead man walking at the Bears. Those three teams are just characterised by not having great QBs.

[Pretty Boy]

Getting rid of Flores is madness from Miami.

Stephen Ross has redeveloped the stadium to bring it up to modern standards and has built a state of the art training facility. He has owned the Dolphins since 2009. In that time we have had 6 head coaches, 1 play off appearance and 3 winning seasons. 2 of those 3 are in the last 2 years and is built on one of the leagues best defences and you sack the head coach. Madness.

The issue is the ghosts of Shula and Marino still loom large. No one is getting time to build anything because we are an organisation living in the past. It's like Nottingham Forest sacking managers because they don't win the Champions League.

Fwiw I would stick it out with Tua rather than giving up a stupid amount of picks for DeShaun Watson. There are so many issues needing addressed on offence that giving up 3 1st round picks plus 2nd round picks would be crazy. Tua has done OK (a B- maybe) playing behind the worst OL in the league and with no running game to speak of until Duke Johnson pitched up a few weeks ago.

Runour has it the Broncos are already keen to speak to Flores, I have no doubt at all he will go there and be a success.

[cabbageandribs1875]

my hot tips ... :greengrin only cowboys let me down last weekend

Saturday (away team first, times in GMT)


Cincinnati Bengals v Tennessee Titans (21:30)
San Francisco 49ers v Green Bay Packers (01:15)

Sunday


Los Angeles Rams v Tampa Bay Buccaneers (20:00)
Buffalo Bills v Kansas City Chiefs (23:30)

[McD]

my hot tips ... :greengrin only cowboys let me down last weekend

Saturday (away team first, times in GMT)


Cincinnati Bengals v Tennessee Titans (21:30)
San Francisco 49ers v Green Bay Packers (01:15)

Sunday


Los Angeles Rams v Tampa Bay Buccaneers (20:00)
Buffalo Bills v Kansas City Chiefs (23:30)




the Bills vs Chiefs is a Super Bowl calibre game for me, 2 teams going well with exceptional players. Whoever wins that one will be a tough match for anyone

[cabbageandribs1875]

the Bills vs Chiefs is a Super Bowl calibre game for me, 2 teams going well with exceptional players. Whoever wins that one will be a tough match for anyone


i probably would have opted for chiefs but i was impressed with that bills display last weekend, i had to pick one of them though :greengrin

[cabbageandribs1875]

Bengals are gonna win


Bengals win with a 52 yard FG 19-16




will visit Kansas City or Buffalo next week

[lord bunberry]

It’s great to see the bengals win that, they’ve been the butt of so many jokes over the last decade or more. I can’t see them going any further with the amount of sacks they give up, but I’m sure their fans aren’t worrying about that tonight.

[lord bunberry]

I know the 49ers are the ultimate game killers, but if the Packers want to win the super bowl they need to be much better than this. 1 scoring drive midway through the 3rd quarter won’t cut it.

[lord bunberry]

49ers are going to win this.

[lord bunberry]

Can he kick it.

[lord bunberry]

Yes he can.

[cabbageandribs1875]

oh my, Green bay :(

fell asleep last quarter, they said 72% of home sides have won at this stage....until tonight that is :greengrin


great start for them as well, then no points 2nd and 3rd quarters

[lord bunberry]

That was a long haul tonight, but remember folks, kickers don’t matter. 🤔

[Gatecrasher]

GB were pish last night and didn't deserve to go through. Rodgers keeps threatning to leave and the looks of it the fans are about ready for him to go. His production as an "MVP" was next to zero in a very winnable game. The Speacial Teams will bear the brunt of the critisism but the Offence should take it IMO.

Rodgers said post game he doesn't want to be part of a rebuild if he stays on which is fair enough but he will need to reduce his contract by a fair margin if GB are to keep a hold of their stars.

Go Bills.

[Tobias Funke]

Rams giving Bucs a kicking at moment. Could all four road teams win this weekend?

[cabbageandribs1875]

ooohh wonder if Rams will regret mucking that one up


27-13 i reckon Rams will blow this

[Tobias Funke]

ooohh wonder if Rams will regret mucking that one up


27-13 i reckon Rams will blow this

I'd never write off a team with Brady in it, even two TDs behind in last quarter.

[lord bunberry]

This game is over, even Brady couldn’t turn this around. You have to admire the Rams, I love Sean McVey, he’s a brilliant coach.

[cabbageandribs1875]

I'd never write off a team with Brady in it, even two TDs behind in last quarter.


wow rams just missed that FG...only 6+ mins remaining though, surely the clock will beat Brady this time


oh wow, 27-20 3+ mins





anyway

Cincinnati @ Buffalo bills/Kansa city

and

49ers @ Los Angeles/Tampa bay

[lord bunberry]

Surely not.

[cabbageandribs1875]

just for once this novice would like to see wtf happens on the field when the 2 min hooter goes, it's either studio or my pet hate. Adverts :grr:

do the players have a cuppa, a Bud and a cigar :(

[lord bunberry]

If they get a touchdown will Brady go for 2 to win the game?

[cabbageandribs1875]

inches(if that) short for a 1st


TD


that incredible FG miss could indeed cost Rams


was that not worth going for the two :hmmm:

exciting finale

[Radium]

Bottle


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[Tobias Funke]

Unreal from Stafford!

[Radium]

Bottle


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[cabbageandribs1875]

to answer my Question if they should have went for two


yes they should have :hilarious

[lord bunberry]

****in wow, that was unbelievable, we’re all expecting the quarterback sneak and they do that. It’s not over yet though, the Rams go downfield and win the game. That’s why I love this game.

[Tobias Funke]

Well played Rams. Shoutout to Cupp too.

[cabbageandribs1875]

now can the Buffalo Bills make it a clean sweep of on the road wins, has that ever happened before


hope i can stay awake for this one :rolleyes:

[lord bunberry]

The winner surely comes from this game, I can’t see past Kansas even allowing for Allen .

[WeeRussell]

Patrick Mahomes is just amazing. What a talent.

[marinello59]

This has been an insane game of football. Superb stuff.

[David_D]

This has been absolutely superb. Neither team deserves to lose.

[HoboHarry]

That was a game for the ages, 3rd year in a row for a Superbowl party on the cards at my house....

[Colr]

GB were pish last night and didn't deserve to go through. Rodgers keeps threatning to leave and the looks of it the fans are about ready for him to go. His production as an "MVP" was next to zero in a very winnable game. The Speacial Teams will bear the brunt of the critisism but the Offence should take it IMO.

Rodgers said post game he doesn't want to be part of a rebuild if he stays on which is fair enough but he will need to reduce his contract by a fair margin if GB are to keep a hold of their stars.

Go Bills.

There comes a point when they just have to bite the bullet and move on but he’s still a great player. Jordan Love needs to develop and they have to cut the wage bill so some high earners may leave. Maybe this is the time. GB won’t win much while they rebuild but they’re not getting as far as they need to with the current set up. Maybe they never will.

Rumours of Philadelphia and Denver interest in Rogers.

[Colr]

my hot tips ... :greengrin only cowboys let me down last weekend

Saturday (away team first, times in GMT)


Cincinnati Bengals v Tennessee Titans (21:30)
San Francisco 49ers v Green Bay Packers (01:15)

Sunday


Los Angeles Rams v Tampa Bay Buccaneers (20:00)
Buffalo Bills v Kansas City Chiefs (23:30)



You tips where the ones that WEREN’T in bold, yes?

[Haymaker]

The GOAT retires.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Tom Brady: NFL great set to retire after winning seven Super Bowls - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/60185291)

Tom Brady, one of the greatest players in NFL history, is set to retire.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback, 44, won seven Super Bowls in an astonishing career spanning 22 seasons.


wonder if Aaron Rodgers will do the same

also..

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton has announced his departure after 16 years in charge.
Payton, 58, took over in New Orleans in 2006, just months after Hurricane Katrina devastated the city.

He oversaw a remarkable turnaround, turning a losing side into Super Bowl champions in the 2009 season.
The Saints narrowly missed out on this year's playoffs despite posting a 9-8 winning season following the retirement of veteran quarterback Drew Brees.
At an emotional news conference, Payton did not rule out a return to coaching.
also

[cabbageandribs1875]

Cincinnati Bengals/Kansas City- 8pm

San Francisco 49ers/LA Rams - 11:30pm

[David_D]

Patrick Mahomes is just unreal

[BroxburnHibee]

Patrick Mahomes is just unreal

That was ridiculous!

[Tobias Funke]

Patrick Mahomes is just unreal

He’s a joy to watch. Travis Kelce is also brilliant, what an athlete!

[cabbageandribs1875]

21-21 13 secs remaining in the 3rd

[lord bunberry]

The Bengals hit the front 24-21.

[BroxburnHibee]

Mahomes has completely bottled it from the end of the first half. Gotta fancy the Bengals now.

[cabbageandribs1875]

pleasing

[Colr]

Wow! Bengals to the superbowl!!

[cabbageandribs1875]

HT

49ers 10 Rams 7


FT 17- 20


Garoppolo was rank in those last two drives, twice trying to catch Rams offside and backfiring big style

one dude gave away a 15 yard penalty for taunting, NFL players can be just as thick as football players huh :greengrin

49ers Tartt dropping an easy interception which probably would have sealed a win, instead it led to the winning FG

anyway Rams v Bengals it is

[hibsbollah]

HT

49ers 10 Rams 7


FT 17- 20


Garoppolo was rank in those last two drives, twice trying to catch Rams offside and backfiring big style

one dude gave away a 15 yard penalty for taunting, NFL players can be just as thick as football players huh :greengrin

49ers Tartt dropping an easy interception which probably would have sealed a win, instead it led to the winning FG

anyway Rams v Bengals it is

The taunting rule has been a terrible experiment, it has to go in the off-season. A 15 yd penalty is enough to completely change a close game, and a flag is being thrown for nothing more than a player screaming in a release of adrenaline or enthusiasm in some cases :dunno:

[Haymaker]

The taunting rule has been a terrible experiment, it has to go in the off-season. A 15 yd penalty is enough to completely change a close game, and a flag is being thrown for nothing more than a player screaming in a release of adrenaline or enthusiasm in some cases :dunno:

Yep, agree with that. Terrible rule.

[Pretty Boy]

The Brian Flores v pretty much everyone else lawsuit could be interesting.

Some serious allegations including being offered money to throw games (particularly when you consider Stephen Ross's involvement with at least one gambling company). Meeting a QB (I assume Watson) in breach of tampering rules and then being essentially blackballed when a deal wasn't done. Also a text (allegedly sent to Flores in error from Bill Belichick) congratulating another person on getting the Giants job before Flores even interviewed, I think the allegation here is the Rooney rule was breached and Flores was interviewed with no intention of being considered for the job.

He's essentially just thrown away any chance of another NFL coaching job as he will be as unwelcome as Colin Kapaernick from this day forward so he must feel aggrieved enough to take such a step. Even if a HC role wasn't forthcoming this year, a year as a coordinator or position coach would have seen him considered again next year.

[LustForLeith]

Anyone got any decent super bowl venues in Edinburgh?

Booked at one place but my mates are worried about the prices! Think it’s been awhile since they’ve been up the town!

Cheers!

[Willis1875]

Anyone got any decent super bowl venues in Edinburgh?

Booked at one place but my mates are worried about the prices! Think it’s been awhile since they’ve been up the town!

Cheers!

Edinburgh Wolves the local Football team are hosting a SuperBowl night at Phillys in the Gyle I believe

[hibsbollah]

Kudos to the organisers for scheduling the Big Event tomorrow to coincide with Scottish half term :full marks:

What are we doing food wise this year? I’m doing enchiladas (chilli dogs were a big success last year but wanted to try something different) and the boy is lobbying for delivery pizza later.

Bengals please.

[Pretty Boy]

My mums cousin is American and California based, also happens to be a big Rams fan from their original LA tenure so I'll be rooting for them albeit I won't be too disappointed if the Bengals do it.

Chicken wings and blue cheese dressing is always my go to on Superbowl night and I doubt I'll change it up too much. I am at Chop House for a late lunch/early dinner though so might be all meated out.

[Lancs Harp]

Being a long suffering Lions fan (family in Michigan) the Rams winning with Matt Stafford is about as near as the Lions will get to winning the Superbowl :greengrin

Just hope its a good game, Im hoping to stay up but will probably just make it to half time (as per normal)

[BroxburnHibee]

Tight start so far. Rams defence with the edge.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Burrow gets sacked for the 6th time this game

make that a 7th, got a sore one on the knee this time

still 20-16 Bengals


last 15


2 min warning Rams have it 1st & goal, i think they're winning it this drive


bengals player holding oh dear, criminal, automatic 1st down again

and another defence penalty, they've really shot themselves in the foot here, won't be any time for burrow

and their it is TD Rams, FG is good 23-20 Rams

1:25 remaining


oh my Burrow sacked yet again, most sacked QB in the regular season and 8th time here

Rams win it, could have been so different, think it was 2nd and 1 and burrow threw a bizarre one to absolutely no one no wonder even one of his team screwed his face/shook his head in a WTF was that burrows manner

[-Jonesy-]

****ing boo, refs absolutely gifting it to the rams on a non existent call in the red zone…like watching rangers at ibrox

[Scottie]

****ing boo, refs absolutely gifting it to the rams on a non existent call in the red zone…like watching rangers at ibrox
Behave what about the face mask by Tee Higgins on Jalen Ramsey in the 2nd quarter that led to Bengals touchdown ?The officials were poor tonight overall for both teams. First flag of the night was in the last quarter I think.

Currently at a Super bowl party in Florida with fellow Rams fans. Not many Rams fans though as most people here wanted Bengals win. What a nice feeling though Rams World Champions.

[Paulie Walnuts]

I don’t really understand American Football at all but what has struck me since waking up this morning is that I’ve seen next to nothing about the actual game despite seeing hundreds of posts, pictures etc about the Super Bowl.

I’ve seen that The Rock done a speech, I’ve seen that Kanye West had his face completely covered, I’ve seen that OBJ wore $200k diamond encrusted boots, ive seen absolutely tons of stuff about the half time show, I’ve seen Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, I’ve seen a player proposing..

Is the actual sport just a total sideshow to all this stuff? :confused: I had to Google who actually won because it didn’t seem like that information was forthcoming amongst the avalanche of information about celebrities.

Btw, I don’t believe for a second that $200k diamond encrusted boots are designed for peak performance. If I was his manager he’d be getting told to get them changed pronto.

[mayo hibee]

Well OBJ done his knee in half way through the game, so that doesn't say much about the boots.

We watched it on Gamepass last night for a change so it came with the full NBC broadcast including commercials. Totally different experience to watching it on BBC or Sky where there is loads of analysis between plays, whereas on the US coverage the game itself just gets lost in all the ad breaks, which are sometimes more entertaining than the game itself.

[-Jonesy-]

Behave what about the face mask by Tee Higgins on Jalen Ramsey in the 2nd quarter that led to Bengals touchdown ?The officials were poor tonight overall for both teams. First flag of the night was in the last quarter I think.

Currently at a Super bowl party in Florida with fellow Rams fans. Not many Rams fans though as most people here wanted Bengals win. What a nice feeling though Rams World Champions.

Aye, in the 2nd quarter, not gifting another 4 downs from the 1 yard line with 1 minute left. Not quite the same.

**** the rams, a fake franchise uncared for by their own home city

[Scottie]

Wow what a finish!!!!
We’re in the playoffs
Here we go 6 in a row we own the rams
We ****ing own the rams!!!!!!!!


Aye, in the 2nd quarter, not gifting another 4 downs from the 1 yard line with 1 minute left. Not quite the same.

**** the rams, a fake franchise uncared for by their own home city

:faf::faf::faf::faf: Now I see where the bitterness comes from. It’s a great feeling knowing the 49ers own the Rams in your opinion but don’t own a Championship or a Super Bowl this year. Hope you enjoy your off season as much as I do. :wink::aok:

[Sylar]

Aye, in the 2nd quarter, not gifting another 4 downs from the 1 yard line with 1 minute left. Not quite the same.

**** the rams, a fake franchise uncared for by their own home city

From a 49ers fan, that's a little ironic (since they no longer play anywhere near San Francisco!).

Can't say I enjoyed the game much. It was a great finale, but two pretty insipid teams. Felt for OBJ doing his knee - probably a lengthy period on the injury table if it's his ACL again. Refs definitely didn't cover themselves in glory - it was great that there were so few penalties throughout the game, but the missed facemask on Ramsey and then they non-call in the End Zone that let the Rams get to first and goal were dreadful.

Half time show wasn't my jam either - I get the basis for it (being in California) but it felt dated and a little cliched.

[lord bunberry]

Aye, in the 2nd quarter, not gifting another 4 downs from the 1 yard line with 1 minute left. Not quite the same.

**** the rams, a fake franchise uncared for by their own home city
Well said, the Rams are a **** team, they’re parasites with zero identity. To be outnumbered in their own stadium in a super bowl is pathetic. Outside the hardcore fans there won’t be many fans celebrating their victory. Well done to the the players that pulled this off but it’s telling that Stafford still considers himself a Lion.

[-Jonesy-]

:faf::faf::faf::faf: Now I see where the bitterness comes from. It’s a great feeling knowing the 49ers own the Rams in your opinion but don’t own a Championship or a Super Bowl this year. Hope you enjoy your off season as much as I do. :wink::aok:

shots fired:cool2:

[hibsbollah]

It was an interesting game with a lot of twists and a great ending, the entire first half the Bengals Oline held up pretty well, then they just seemed to implode and the Rams front four were all over Burrow. The Rams mortgaged their future on all these veteran free agents, congratulations to them but it doesn’t feel like a real ‘team’ to me, I definitely see no signs of a legacy. Burrow needs a better line and a blocking scheme that doesn’t leave him so exposed.

[Colr]

Bengals look as if they are building a decent team - if only they can protect their QB!

They were my second team when I started watching AF back when Channel 4 started showing it. Might retain my interest in the game whilst the Packers rebuild!!

[hibsbollah]

The Brian Flores v pretty much everyone else lawsuit could be interesting.

Some serious allegations including being offered money to throw games (particularly when you consider Stephen Ross's involvement with at least one gambling company). Meeting a QB (I assume Watson) in breach of tampering rules and then being essentially blackballed when a deal wasn't done. Also a text (allegedly sent to Flores in error from Bill Belichick) congratulating another person on getting the Giants job before Flores even interviewed, I think the allegation here is the Rooney rule was breached and Flores was interviewed with no intention of being considered for the job.

He's essentially just thrown away any chance of another NFL coaching job as he will be as unwelcome as Colin Kapaernick from this day forward so he must feel aggrieved enough to take such a step. Even if a HC role wasn't forthcoming this year, a year as a coordinator or position coach would have seen him considered again next year.

I see Flores has a job, coordinator in charge of linebackers and halftime cookies or something like that at Pittsburgh. 9 head coaching vacancies in the league, and a successful coach with a winning season at a weak team last year can’t get a head coaching job?

Fairly obvious what’s going on. Yet again, the NFL responds to claims of racism by blacklisting individuals.

[Ryan91]

I see Flores has a job, coordinator in charge of linebackers and halftime cookies or something like that at Pittsburgh. 9 head coaching vacancies in the league, and a successful coach with a winning season at a weak team last year can’t get a head coaching job?

Fairly obvious what’s going on. Yet again, the NFL responds to claims of racism by blacklisting individuals.

It reeks, but given a number of other black coaches got HC gigs this year, the NFL can say "see, we're not racist at all", despite the overall process being incredibly flawed.

Would also note that it's very rare for guys who get fired from a head coaching position (especially their first one) to get another HC job right away. Those guys are generally expected to go elsewhere and be a coordinator for a few years before trying again.

Him not getting a job as a DC does seem to suggest that he's at least been partially blacklisted.

I was wanting Flores back in NE, ideally as the DC but I guess BB is comfortable with Jerrod Mayo and Steve having the reins there.

[hibsbollah]

It reeks, but given a number of other black coaches got HC gigs this year, the NFL can say "see, we're not racist at all", despite the overall process being incredibly flawed.

Would also note that it's very rare for guys who get fired from a head coaching position (especially their first one) to get another HC job right away. Those guys are generally expected to go elsewhere and be a coordinator for a few years before trying again.

Him not getting a job as a DC does seem to suggest that he's at least been partially blacklisted.

I was wanting Flores back in NE, ideally as the DC but I guess BB is comfortable with Jerrod Mayo and Steve having the reins there.

I think the key thing is he got the Dolphins punching above their weight with a weak roster. Without the pending racism lawsuit he'd be top of a few franchises lists. Id certainly have him over Old Man Time Carroll in Seattle.

[Colr]

Packers coming to play at White Hart Lane next season.

At last! A chance wear my cheesehead hat!

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/60561449

[Pretty Boy]

Russell Wilson to the Broncos is as good as a done deal if reports are to be believed.

3 players, 2 1st rounders, 2 2nd rounders and a couple of other picks.

[JamesHFC]

Tom Brady announces he’s unretiring and will return to Tampa for his 23rd season.

[Colr]

Tom Brady announces he’s unretiring and will return to Tampa for his 23rd season.

And Aaron Rodgers staying at the Packers for one more season.

[Colr]

Tom Brady announces he’s unretiring and will return to Tampa for his 23rd season.

Apparently, someone paid £0.5m for Brady’s “last touchdown ball last week”!

[cabbageandribs1875]

Almost impossible to predict where he will end up. So many teams in the middle of the draft need an edge rusher. Denver, the Giants, the Eagles (who have 3 picks in the first round)??


Baltimore Ravens have picked him up in the 2nd round


NFL Draft 2022: David Ojabo joins Baltimore Ravens in second round - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/61282835)

David Ojabo has been selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft in Las Vegas.
The 21-year-old linebacker, who was raised in Aberdeen after moving from Nigeria aged seven, had been projected as a first-round pick before tearing an Achilles tendon in March.

The injury meant the Michigan University star was passed over on day one of the NFL's annual event.
But his slide stopped when he was taken with the 45th pick on Friday.

[hibsbollah]

Baltimore Ravens have picked him up in the 2nd round


NFL Draft 2022: David Ojabo joins Baltimore Ravens in second round - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/61282835)

David Ojabo has been selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft in Las Vegas.
The 21-year-old linebacker, who was raised in Aberdeen after moving from Nigeria aged seven, had been projected as a first-round pick before tearing an Achilles tendon in March.

The injury meant the Michigan University star was passed over on day one of the NFL's annual event.
But his slide stopped when he was taken with the 45th pick on Friday.

Yeah, I was sad to see he had a serious injury at just the wrong time. Pretty sure he would have been a top ten pick otherwise. I’ll be watching his career at the Ravens, a team with some heritage at the linebacker position.

[Colr]

Packers coming to play at White Hart Lane next season.

At last! A chance wear my cheesehead hat!

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/60561449

Sunday 9th October @ 14:30 hours versus the New York Giants.

[hibsbollah]

Sunday 9th October @ 14:30 hours versus the New York Giants.

Seattle Tampa Bay in the Allianz in Berlin would be amazing 13th November. First NFL game in Germany. The teams involved could be 0-8 and 8-0 by then but still…

[hibsbollah]

Are we doing fantasy league again this season? I’ve already got some key positions mapped out already :greengrin

[Sylar]

Are we doing fantasy league again this season? I’ve already got some key positions mapped out already :greengrin

We can't not...it's as much of a tradition these days as a new Hibs managerial appointment! :greengrin

[nellio]

Got to try to retain my title!

[Haymaker]

I'm in.

[Colr]

Sunday 9th October @ 14:30 hours versus the New York Giants.

Went online to buy tickets only to find myself at the back of a 390,000 queue!

Needless to say, it was sold out but BIG SURPRISE the resellers were punting tickets for £500 and upwards from 10:30 onwards.

These pricks really need dealt with. It should be illegal to sell a ticket on for more than the face value.

[Gatecrasher]

Didn't even get a notificationt that they were on sale. aw well :rolleyes:

[DarrenSQH]

Kept trying and got 1 saints ticket at 8.30 tonight.

Bit like derby day theres always 1 or 2 single seats flying about well after the sold out sign goes up.

Think it will be my 9th saints game in total. 2nd versus the vikings.

Really looking forward to seeing the new stadium

[Gatecrasher]

I watched the Nebraska v Northwestern game last night, it was played at the Aviva stadium in Ireland. It was a pretty good one to watch but a little reminder as to why I stopped watching CFB. Unlike the NFL it seems CFB haven't adapted the game to make it run a bit smoother and take less time. The game lasted about 4 hours, I would say most NFL games take about 3 these days?

Anyway it was fun but I don't want my full Saturday night taken over.

[Sylar]

I watched the Nebraska v Northwestern game last night, it was played at the Aviva stadium in Ireland. It was a pretty good one to watch but a little reminder as to why I stopped watching CFB. Unlike the NFL it seems CFB haven't adapted the game to make it run a bit smoother and take less time. The game lasted about 4 hours, I would say most NFL games take about 3 these days?

Anyway it was fun but I don't want my full Saturday night taken over.

Think it was because of all the pomp and ceremony of it running on TV as a special broadcast.

When I was going to Stanford games regularly pre-Covid, 3 hours was the maximum time taken as there are far fewer commercial breaks during the NCAA broadcasts.

[Gatecrasher]

Yeah they treated it similar to a play off game or something similar so kind of get the additional ad breaks. I'll keep my eye out to see what's on but the week 1 fixtures are usually a bit dull due to the way they schedule things. Oregon V Georgia seems to be the stand out as I won't stay up to watch the Notre Dame v Ohio St game.

[Gatecrasher]

Just noticed Sky have started showing College games, they agre showing the Notre Dame v Marshall game tonight.

[DH1875]

Just noticed Sky have started showing College games, they agre showing the Notre Dame v Marshall game tonight.

Is it not just ND games they show? They showed them last season.

Jets sucking as usual. Way to blow any optimism for the new season out the way 💩.

[Lancs Harp]

Lions doing what they do best :(

[hibsbollah]

Lions doing what they do best :(

It’s not inconceivable the Lions have a decent season. A very narrow loss today against a strong Philly team that look the pick of their division and a stronger roster than is normal in motor city. Definite positives. And that running back looks sensational.

[Gatecrasher]

Is it not just ND games they show? They showed them last season.

Jets sucking as usual. Way to blow any optimism for the new season out the way 💩.

It might well be, It will be a long season for ND going by that result.

Poor start for GB, had a similar one last season but don't have Adams to fall back on.

[hibsbollah]

Is it not just ND games they show? They showed them last season.

Jets sucking as usual. Way to blow any optimism for the new season out the way 💩.

….should have stuck with GENO :greengrin

[DH1875]

NFL show on ITV. Is this a new thing?

Also they reporting that all NFL games had a minutes silence for the queen. Anyine know if thats true???

[Haymaker]

NFL show on ITV. Is this a new thing?

Also they reporting that all NFL games had a minutes silence for the queen. Anyine know if thats true???

Believe they did. Certainly at the opener.

[cabbageandribs1875]

cleveland were leading jets 30-17 with about 1:30 minutes remaining so i just switched channels, then of course this happened



Jets Score 2 Touchdowns in a Minute and a Half to Take the Lead! - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eaafg3aDeiw)

[David_D]

What a win for the Jets.

[Lancs Harp]

Lions! Lions! Lions!

[Pretty Boy]

This whole Tua concussion story is not a good look for either the Dolphins or the NFL. With the continuing focus on CTE and player welfare it's a pretty grim episode. I watched both the games on Sunday v the Bill and last night at the Bengals and it was obvious that he was dealing with a head injury on both occasions, regardless of the revision to the story between HT on Sunday and the 1st injury report of the week. I don't blame the player, he looked to be on the verge of a breakout season and he's a tough guy, of course he wants to play. Players need protected from themselves though and the events of the last 2 games calls into question the integrity of both the medical team in Miami and the independent medical evaluator(s) put in place by the league.

From a purely football point of view I really don't know what the Dolphins were thinking either. We had a tough start; with the Patriots, Ravens, Bills and Bengals I would have been happy with 2-2 but wouldn't have been surprised by 1-3 or even 0-4. To go into last night at 3-0 was very good. It was a tough road game on a short turnaround after a war with the Bills. Just sit him and go with Bridgewater and give him time to recover for the upcoming games. We are now going to go into a better run of games against the Jets, Lions, Steelers, Bears, Browns and Texans (I would have been looking for 4-2 minimum from that) with a back up who looks washed for a fair few of them. Suddenly a winnable run of games looks a whole lot harder. A pretty self destructive few days on a number of levels.

[Gatecrasher]

It's weird, the short term thinking is the opposite of what they should be doing with him he's a potential franchise QB. When Aaron Rodgers went through a few concussion concerns from afar I thought it was handled well, they bit the bullet and gave him a few weeks off and built him a better helmet to protect the sides of his head.

[hibsbollah]

This whole Tua concussion story is not a good look for either the Dolphins or the NFL. With the continuing focus on CTE and player welfare it's a pretty grim episode. I watched both the games on Sunday v the Bill and last night at the Bengals and it was obvious that he was dealing with a head injury on both occasions, regardless of the revision to the story between HT on Sunday and the 1st injury report of the week. I don't blame the player, he looked to be on the verge of a breakout season and he's a tough guy, of course he wants to play. Players need protected from themselves though and the events of the last 2 games calls into question the integrity of both the medical team in Miami and the independent medical evaluator(s) put in place by the league.

From a purely football point of view I really don't know what the Dolphins were thinking either. We had a tough start; with the Patriots, Ravens, Bills and Bengals I would have been happy with 2-2 but wouldn't have been surprised by 1-3 or even 0-4. To go into last night at 3-0 was very good. It was a tough road game on a short turnaround after a war with the Bills. Just sit him and go with Bridgewater and give him time to recover for the upcoming games. We are now going to go into a better run of games against the Jets, Lions, Steelers, Bears, Browns and Texans (I would have been looking for 4-2 minimum from that) with a back up who looks washed for a fair few of them. Suddenly a winnable run of games looks a whole lot harder. A pretty self destructive few days on a number of levels.

Yep, when he got up after the hit in the Bills game he was staggering, the commentator called it out, said he was 'woozy', but then after the game the team call it a back injury, Tua himself says its a back injury, and nobody flags it up until he gets slammed on the head the very next week?

With all the care and attention the league is supposedly paying to this issue because of the high likelihood of future litigation it was a really bad look. I didnt particularly like McDaniel talking about 'only' a concussion, either.

Bridgewater is one of the leagues better backups, and with those two receivers Waddle and Hill you only really need an average QB to have an explosive passing game. I think Miami will be fine.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Jets 2nd and goal at steelers nice move for a TD 0-10

they've only led for 22 seconds this season, now up to 6+ mins :greengrin


jets do it again right at the death to win 24-20, 2-0 on the road for the first time since 2015


looking forward to Packers v Patriots, hope it's a more exciting game than the Brady/Rodgers game last week

mon Green Bay

[Scottie]

M Stanford having a nightmare again against San Francisco. I’d rather have Goff back from the Lions. 6 sacks tonight and a touchdown interception. Looks like 7 straight for San Francisco in regular season against the Rams. 24-9 looks like final :grr:

[hibsbollah]

M Stanford having a nightmare again against San Francisco. I’d rather have Goff back from the Lions. 6 sacks tonight and a touchdown interception. Looks like 7 straight for San Francisco in regular season against the Rams. 24-9 looks like final :grr:

NFC west is a very weird division for bogey teams. No matter which team is better in the NFL overall, the 49ers always beat the Rams, the Rams always beat the Seahawks, but the Seahawks always beat the 49ers! (16-5) over 10 years. Including Arizona, all four teams are 2-2, but my money is still on the Rams. Far too talented a roster to be down for long.

[Colr]

Packers v Giants on ITV tomorrow from 2pm.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Packers aint going to any Super bowl this season

[hibsbollah]

Why do you attempt a fake punt at your own 20 yard line, EVER, far less when the score is 10-10 in the second quarter?

I want to see Pete Carrolls press conference after Seattle inevitably lose this game now.

[cabbageandribs1875]

what on earth has happened to Green Bay Packers this season

1st & Goal...meh
2nd & Goal...meh
3rd & Goal...meh
4th & Goal...intercepted


they've been dreadful this season


Green Bay now on a 5-game losing streak for first time since 2008, Rodgers first season as a QB

Detroit Lions win 15-9 and are now 2-6, Green Bay 3-6

[Tambo]

I enjoy American football now and then but not into it enough for posts.

I am just about to start watching the darkside of American football on c4 on demand.

I assume its from the same makers of darkside of the ring.

[Gatecrasher]

I'm surprised there has been no chat about this, Ohio St v Michigan about to kick off, both teams unbeaten.

[Gatecrasher]

What a game, currently 45-23 to Michigan, I thought Ohio St would win but Michigan just bossed them in the second half.

[Gatecrasher]

Despite being a completely **** season, at least we beat duh bears GPG.

[cabbageandribs1875]

three games in a row Bengals have beaten the Chiefs


FT 27-24

[hibsbollah]

Patriots :faf:

Explain that. If you thought the World Cup final was mad. What were they doing???!

[Sylar]

I’ve given up trying to work out what we’re doing. It’s like everyone just tossed their hands in the air this year and decided to wait til next season.

[JamesHFC]

Thoughts with Hamlin, this is horrible to watch.

[Smartie]

Absolutely awful scenes in Cincinnati tonight.

As things currently stand the players have been taken off the pitch for a while after one of the Bills players suffered a very serious injury, leading to him needing to have CPR carried out on the pitch.

I'm a fairly recent convert to this sport and I've been taken aback at quite how hard they hit each other. Obviously you expect muscle injuries and the odd broken bone but you don't expect anything like this.

Hard to see how the players can regain their focus and continue this game.

Very reminiscent of what it was like during the Christian Eriksen incident.

Here's hoping it has as as positive an outcome as that but it didn't look or sound good.

Thoughts are with Damar Hamlin.

[Pretty Boy]

The hit looked fairly routine, a big hit but something you see multiple times in a game.

Not sure if the subsequent collapse was caused by the contact or if the timing was just a coincidence.

Latest updates on Twitter seem to suggest Hamlin has a pulse but isn't breathing on his own. Horrible to watch and hopefully there is some positive news soon.

[hibsbollah]

I’d planned to watch that but sleep beat me, potentially one of the games of the season already. Very worrying, and although the diagnosis is cardiac arrest repeated blows to the head from a young age in this sport and rugby in particular continue to give cause for concern as science develops.

[Pretty Boy]

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commotio_cordis

I've seen a few medics on Twitter suggest the above as cause of the cardiac arrest. Not something I have ever heard of before but reads as pretty terrifying.

[hibsbollah]

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commotio_cordis

I've seen a few medics on Twitter suggest the above as cause of the cardiac arrest. Not something I have ever heard of before but reads as pretty terrifying.

The CPR was performed within 3 minutes, which according to that link is hopefully a good sign he’ll pull through.

[hibsbollah]

So the two final playoff teams are Miami and Seattle, two defensive games last night decided by the kickers. Packers Patriots Lions Steelers miss out on the final week.

Philadelphia and Kansas City get first round bye

Saturday early UK Seattle at San Francisco
Sunday late NY Giants at Minnesota
Monday Tampa at Dallas

Saturday late LA Chargers at Jacksonville
Sunday early 6pm UK Miami at Buffalo
Sunday late Baltimore at Cincinnati

[Gatecrasher]

Packers didn't make it, they didn't deserve it at the end despite a good comeback in the second half of the season. Hopefully a wake up call that they can't rely soley on AR.

[Colr]

Packers didn't make it, they didn't deserve it at the end despite a good comeback in the second half of the season. Hopefully a wake up call that they can't rely soley on AR.

Might be time to move on from Aaron.

[hibsbollah]

Might be time to move on from Aaron.

Unfortunately for the Packers, he’s due 60 million which will hamstring them for at least another season, unless he retires.

[Gatecrasher]

Unfortunately for the Packers, he’s due 60 million which will hamstring them for at least another season, unless he retires.

yep, it's a tricky situation. I think unless he retires they will stick with him another year and trade Love who wont want to stick around. I can understand why they signed him on the deal they have following his MVP season but he didn't have anyone to pass to for the first half of the season.

[Lancs Harp]

NFC North belongs to the Lions next season.
At long long long last :)

[hibsbollah]

NFC North belongs to the Lions next season.
At long long long last :)

It’s a bit early to say that :greengrin

The two first round draft picks will help, no doubt. And it’s a lesson for folk trying to judge trades too early-Stafford for Goff seemed like craziness-I mocked it at the time and now it turns out Goff can play after all, and the Rams are imploding. Similar with Russell Wilson going to the Broncos and leaving us joke GENO Smith…and now we’re in the playoffs with two first round picks.

All QBs need the right system to play in.

[hibsbollah]

Wild card weekend probably the highlight of the season IMO. The 49ers look huge favourites against my Seahawks in an hour or so, Jaguars Chargers later will be interesting, two teams on form both with outstanding young QBs from that famous 2020 draft class.

[hibsbollah]

49ers just too good. Seattle needed to play perfectly to be in the game, and they did first half, held a surprise 17-16 lead at halftime. But San Francisco just dominant on both sides of the ball second half and I can’t see anyone in the NFC stopping them.

[hibsbollah]

Jaguars overcome 27-0 deficit to win 31-30 and progress.

[BroxburnHibee]

Some start to this game for Cincinnati. You'd think the Bills would be used to this weather

[Godsahibby]

Go Birds!

[hibsbollah]

Go Birds!

:agree:
I hope so but I think the niners defense can stop anyone.

[hibsbollah]

I love to see the Eagles fans celebrate. One of the few nfl crowds that celebrate like fitba’ fans :greengrin

[cabbageandribs1875]

had £5 on Chiefs to win Superbowl from the start of the season for a nice £50 lift but i think it will be Eagles/Bengals

[cabbageandribs1875]

Bengals number 58 with a stupid unnecessary roughness on mahomes who would have been out of bounds and costs his side a 15 yard penalty, boom field goal Chiefs 23-20, game


acceptable £54 for Eagles/Chiefs double in the pokey :)

[HoboHarry]

Superbowl party at the Hobo house. All welcome, (well if you are a Chiefs fan obviously) 😁

[BroxburnHibee]

Superbowl party at the Hobo house. All welcome, (well if you are a Chiefs fan obviously) 😁

I'll be having one of my own :greengrin

[ronaldo7]

I love to see the Eagles fans celebrate. One of the few nfl crowds that celebrate like fitba’ fans :greengrin

Blue collar city. They certainly know how to party.

[Haymaker]

Superbowl party at the Hobo house. All welcome, (well if you are a Chiefs fan obviously) 😁

Can't remember where you are mate but I might be in Austin first weekend of May

[cabbageandribs1875]

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[Hibby70]

Tobacco Onions? Reminds me of that Simpsons episode with everyone addicted to tomacco.

[Pretty Boy]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/64561588

This is an interesting story somewhat related to this years Superbowl, one which I'll admit to being totally ignorant about until today.

[overdrive]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/64561588

This is an interesting story somewhat related to this years Superbowl, one which I'll admit to being totally ignorant about until today.

I didn’t know that either.

[overdrive]

Tobacco Onions? Reminds me of that Simpsons episode with everyone addicted to tomacco.

I’ve decided to make tobacco onions tomorrow off the back of Hibs posting that.

A Super Bowl feast has become a tradition in our house. The Chicago style deep dish pizza and buffalo fried chicken staples are being joined by Philly Cheesesteak, pretzels, tobacco onions and dirt cake this year. All homemade.

[hibsbollah]

I’ve decided to make tobacco onions tomorrow off the back of Hibs posting that.

A Super Bowl feast has become a tradition in our house. The Chicago style deep dish pizza and buffalo fried chicken staples are being joined by Philly Cheesesteak, pretzels, tobacco onions and dirt cake this year. All homemade.

I found a good recipe for spicy wedges, so i'll be doing them this year with the usual chicken wings. And chilli dogs have become a regular fixture as well.
The real challenge for me and the boy is eating it all and then managing to not fall asleep half way through the Third Quarter. Sadly i have work in the morning.

[Pretty Boy]

I'm done trying to stay up until 4.30 then work the next day.

Wife is taking the 2 kids to her dads for the half term break so I have the house to myself. Going to avoid the score all day tomorrow, use my flexi to finish early then make a bit of a feast and sit and watch it tomorrow evening. Skipping the half time show, butchering of the US anthem and all the other added on drivel.

[DH1875]

Always take the Monday off after the SB and have done for years. Not sure why so many don't, sack trying to work on the Monday.

[Smartie]

I don’t start until 3pm tomorrow. Alcohol doesn’t mix well with my work so I won’t be drinking but I’ll stay up and watch it then get some kip before work.

This is my first year being into American football. I went over to see relatives in Texas in October and they’re all mad for it. At the start of the fortnight I was feigning interest and by the end of the holiday I was hooked. My 13yo nephew plays, we went to see his team play (he was not playing himself as he’s had to have knee surgery) and my brother in law and nephews seem to base their lives around watching it / playing fantasy football and I got totally drawn in.

Just trying to figure out which team to root for, tonight and next season.

[hibsbollah]

Always take the Monday off after the SB and have done for years. Not sure why so many don't, sack trying to work on the Monday.

I’m working from home tomorrow so it’s not too bad, being tired is worse around other humans.

In other exciting news, I have marinated my wings (2kg)in gojujang Korean style for a change.

[hibsbollah]

I think tonight could be a classic. Eagles defensive line is fearsome but Mahomes is sometimes more dangerous when on the run. I like Sanders in the Eagles backfield a lot and he could be a nice underdog MVP candidate. Just looking forward to a competitive game and an eventual Eagles win.

[Gatecrasher]

I think the Eagles will win it. I'm looking forward to the It's always sunny in Philadelphia episode already.

[hibsbollah]

I'm done trying to stay up until 4.30 then work the next day.

Wife is taking the 2 kids to her dads for the half term break so I have the house to myself. Going to avoid the score all day tomorrow, use my flexi to finish early then make a bit of a feast and sit and watch it tomorrow evening. Skipping the half time show, butchering of the US anthem and all the other added on drivel.

Just out of interest, how do you pull this off? I have done this for a few Hibs games on Alba, watched it three hours after its happened and stay away from radio or internet for a few hours...but a whole day avoiding the result for such a huge event? Is it no screens rule all day and hope you dont meet any fans of said sport or those teams through the day?

[Pretty Boy]

Just out of interest, how do you pull this off? I have done this for a few Hibs games on Alba, watched it three hours after its happened and stay away from radio or internet for a few hours...but a whole day avoiding the result for such a huge event? Is it no screens rule all day and hope you dont meet any fans of said sport or those teams through the day?

There's only one guy in my work into the game, although he's more a college fan, and he knows not to say anything.

Avoid here, no TV in the morning, no internet at work, walk to work so no car radio and turn off notifications on my phone and I should be ok.

I'm going to start at 6.30 so all being well I can leave just after 12 so not too long to avoid it really.

I daresay the plan will go south by 7am but worth a try. I'll still watch it even if I do know the result.

[DH1875]

Who we all wanting to win?

[WeeRussell]

I don’t start until 3pm tomorrow. Alcohol doesn’t mix well with my work so I won’t be drinking but I’ll stay up and watch it then get some kip before work.

This is my first year being into American football. I went over to see relatives in Texas in October and they’re all mad for it. At the start of the fortnight I was feigning interest and by the end of the holiday I was hooked. My 13yo nephew plays, we went to see his team play (he was not playing himself as he’s had to have knee surgery) and my brother in law and nephews seem to base their lives around watching it / playing fantasy football and I got totally drawn in.

Just trying to figure out which team to root for, tonight and next season.

Chiefs tonight. Dolphins thereafter 👍

[Pretty Boy]

Chiefs tonight. Dolphins thereafter 👍

Is the correct answer.

Albeit telling someone to support Miami is a bit like suggesting they support Hibs. You are enrolling them in a lifetime of near constant misery.

[Smartie]

Chiefs tonight. Dolphins thereafter 👍

I thought the Dolphins were excellent against the Bills a few weeks ago, J was expecting a bit of a pumping with the first choice QB out but it was quite a game.

I’ll need to check with the family in Texas that I don’t get disowned for it and give it some further consideration.

[Godsahibby]

Who we all wanting to win?

Go Birds!

[Godsahibby]

Is the correct answer.

Albeit telling someone to support Miami is a bit like suggesting they support Hibs. You are enrolling them in a lifetime of near constant misery.

It’s one of the things that attracted me to being an Eagles fan. Had a similar state of a lifetime of misery until 2017. Was very relatable and a wild couple of years through 2016 and 2017 for me!

[WeeRussell]

Is the correct answer.

Albeit telling someone to support Miami is a bit like suggesting they support Hibs. You are enrolling them in a lifetime of near constant misery.

And we wouldn’t have it any other way! Still longing for our 2016 moment.. and kid myself every year it can happen. That’s what it’s all about.

*I realise it won’t feel anything like 2016 of course

[WeeRussell]

I thought the Dolphins were excellent against the Bills a few weeks ago, J was expecting a bit of a pumping with the first choice QB out but it was quite a game.

I’ll need to check with the family in Texas that I don’t get disowned for it and give it some further consideration.

That’s the spirit. Come join the good guys.

I’m a havering idiot, but PB is a solid poster who knows his stuff and he says go for it 👍

[Gatecrasher]

Just out of interest, how do you pull this off? I have done this for a few Hibs games on Alba, watched it three hours after its happened and stay away from radio or internet for a few hours...but a whole day avoiding the result for such a huge event? Is it no screens rule all day and hope you dont meet any fans of said sport or those teams through the day?

It's easier with NFL as its not as big news here than a hibs win but I shut myself off from all news and social media until the day ends. If I think someone is going to mention it to me I tell them I don't want to know as I have taped it.

[Lancs Harp]

Is the correct answer.

Albeit telling someone to support Miami is a bit like suggesting they support Hibs. You are enrolling them in a lifetime of near constant misery.

Try following the Lions!

[hibsbollah]

Fitzpatrick, ex Dolphins Washington QB in fact is great value. Intelligent informed comment. Be good if sky sports get him permanently.

[Mon Dieu4]

I don't know much about either team or American Football so I'm supporting the one that plays in green

[hibsbollah]

I don't know much about either team or American Football so I'm supporting the one that plays in green

:agree:

[hibsbollah]

Zztop dude murdering the anthem.

[cabbageandribs1875]

dang, was hoping i would have timed it to start viewing from Ko and not listening to the utter cringe 'jazzed up' songs, including their national anthem


get the heck on with it man

[WeeRussell]

Zztop dude murdering the anthem.

Chris Stapleton is one of the biggest legends in that stadium!! 😎

[hibsbollah]

Chris Stapleton is one of the biggest legends in that stadium!! 😎

Smelly redneck needs a wash and a shave.

[cabbageandribs1875]

$7m per 30 second advert

[hibsbollah]

Thats been a fun half.

[DH1875]

Thats been a fun half.

And some. Brilliant game so far. Only disappointment has been Rihanna 😯.

[hibsbollah]

Mahomes must have had a big painkilling injection in that foot. Looks good as new third quarter.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Kansas finally getting on top here me thinks


easy street now

[BroxburnHibee]

Mahomes must have had a big painkilling injection in that foot. Looks good as new third quarter.

It's clearly still bothering him but what a 2nd half he's had!!!!

[cabbageandribs1875]

my jings did philly need that

all tied 5 mins remain

mon eagles

brilliant game whoever wins

[SteveHFC]

Not a massive of fan of the NFL but some game this has been.

[hibsbollah]

Refs. Awful.

[hibsbollah]

Hate that call. Still a great game but hate to see that.

[BroxburnHibee]

What a game! Glad I stayed up for that.

[DH1875]

Wow. What a game. You gotta love it.

[JamesHFC]

Best team won but wow, that was amazing.

[HoboHarry]

Chiiiiieeeeffffffsssssss........ yaaaaaassssssss


:greengrin

[heretoday]

I'm not an expert but got up and watched the second half of the superbowl.

Considering all the mass of coaches, statisticians and advisors on hand there didn't seem to be much defence going on. The Kansas guys virtually walked in to score.
And what about all the controversy with the incomplete pass or whatever? It puts our VAR delays into perspective!

Nevertheless, the finale was gripping. One minute the badly but expensively attired Kansas ladies were going radge. Then some Philly lawyer types in suits were punching the air.

And it all came down to one guy.