BS: NFL 2011 (US football)

Subject: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 03:56 PM

Soooo... April 28... who do ya like?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 04:19 PM

I hope you got signed permission slips from all of the busy bodies and thread topic police before you opened this can of worms! LOL

I'll be a little more interested in this draft than most. My home state team. The Carolina Panthers pick first and I am interested to see where Cam Newton is selected. I'd like to see the Panthers pick Newton but only if they can trade their number 1 pick for someone else's first and second round pick or something similar.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 04:59 PM

We don't need no stinking slips. Or any posts about anything other than Yankee football. Oh, yeah, we might have the stray rant, but lets get ready for some football eh?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 05:29 PM

So long as the poor little rich boys who own the teams don't take the ball away.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 06:10 PM

Yeah there is that looming lockout!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 06:56 PM

I just want a Quarterback!(9ers)

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 07:10 PM

Ahyup JtS... there are a few things to talk about. I expect this thread may be visited by contoversy as well. Heheheheheee.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 07:44 PM

There are some good QB's available and the 9ers should have a good pick.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: olddude
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 09:12 PM

Gotta go back with my Steelers I do ... they messed up this time but they will be back ya ...

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: John on the Sunset Coast
Date: 13 Feb 11 - 11:16 PM

Uncle.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 14 Feb 11 - 12:38 PM

This kid ain't bad.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 14 Feb 11 - 11:33 PM

I heard the Pats just attached the franchise tag to Logan Mankins. He probably doesn't much like it but hopefully it will lead to a long term deal. That man anchors the Patriots O-Line.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 15 Feb 11 - 12:13 AM

Logan Mankins and Matt Light are indispensable. Did I spell that big word right? We NFL fans are a bit dumb. It's all just brutish violence, don't you know.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Feb 11 - 05:43 AM

Wellll... I think the $10.1M might happen. Be a shame if they actually do find a trade.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 01:26 AM

Let's not forget the Patriots have six picks in the first three rounds of the draft this year. There's gonna be a lot of interesting things going on. Bill is always two steps ahead of the competition. Or four.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 07:47 AM

The Last time we had a good pick(#1) we picked Alex Smith instead of Arron Rogers (Supperbowl winner)

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: olddude
Date: 16 Feb 11 - 10:01 AM

Oh with that organization I think as long as all the coaches and scout staff remains in place you will always be a contender. Tommy has a lot of years left before his career is done and those receivers are always first class. In addition the defense is strong but needs a little work. You will see that next season I think. They will beef it up this draft pick.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 07 Mar 11 - 01:59 AM

Too bad about Neal retiring. He was one of the best guards in the NFL. I thought he had many more years ahead of him but then again I don't play the game.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 14 Mar 11 - 03:27 PM

So the poor little owners have taken their balls away!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 14 Mar 11 - 03:33 PM

Details man, DETAILS!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 14 Mar 11 - 03:38 PM

It's all on the NFL sites.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Rapparee
Date: 14 Mar 11 - 09:47 PM

You just watch! The Cubs are gonna take it ALL this year!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Bobert
Date: 14 Mar 11 - 10:06 PM

Hey, with them "lock out" on the horizon I fi9gure this is gonna be "87 all over so...

...I been workin' out... Got my 100 yard time down to under 18 seconds and 40 time at right at 7 seconds...

Who knows???

Maybe the "Replacements" might be entertaining... I mean, I could moon the crowd at half-time... Maybe they let me play a little blues???

B~

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Mar 11 - 05:17 AM

My days at cornerback were over long ago. I could be a waterboy.

What about cheerleaders? Put SINS in charge? She seems cheerful enough.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 21 Apr 11 - 04:11 PM

We're being toyed with. Bears and Bucs at Wembley, but only if there's a season.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 21 Apr 11 - 04:33 PM

It's the time of the season
When hype runs high
And this time, give it to me easy
And let me try with treasured teams
To take you in the sun to promised dreams
To show you everyone
It's the time of the season for FOOOOOOTBALL!

Tony Topp us everyone.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 22 Apr 11 - 12:29 AM

It's The Sport of Kings. Better than Diamond Rings. FOOTBALL FOOTBALL! We'll get a season. There's too much to be lost on both sides of the ball.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Sep 11 - 02:00 PM

Saints or Packers?

I see Manning may miss starting this weekend... first time in regular season. 227 straight including playoffs... second only to Favre (who still doesn't know how to pronounce his name).

I hadn't realized Manning was MVP 4 times. I like his commercials too.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST
Date: 05 Sep 11 - 05:39 PM

Should be a good game. I'm thinking Packers by a field goal.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Sep 11 - 05:56 PM

Brett... is that you? Bored?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 05 Sep 11 - 06:04 PM

That was me. Someone ate my cookie.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Sep 11 - 07:09 PM

Probably Brett. Bored. Bet he's eatin cookies and chips and drinkin Bud and gettin fat. Prob'ly has John over to watch football and do commentary live.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 08 Sep 11 - 05:00 PM

Just three hours till kick-off. Gonna make pizza...

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 08 Sep 11 - 05:30 PM

J is gettin READYYYYYYYYY for some football. Pizza and football.... wish I was there.

ARE YOU READY?!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 08 Sep 11 - 07:37 PM

I'm ready! Ready's anybody can be! (booked my Wembley tickets this morning despite the efforts of Ticketmeister).

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: ranger1
Date: 08 Sep 11 - 10:56 PM

So far a GREAT game! From the first series when the Packers marched the ball up the field for a touchdown to watching Sproles get the ball and cruise down the field. I love this sport!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Sep 11 - 09:03 AM

Manning could be out for the season!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Rapparee
Date: 09 Sep 11 - 02:04 PM

Just you watch! They're going all the way. Gonna take the Super Bowel.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Sep 11 - 02:19 PM

No doubt you are right Rap.

The Cheeseheads screwed this up (just read the last few lines)...

#         Date        Sport        Game        To Win        Odds
1        September 8, 2011        Football         NEW ORLEANS at GREEN BAY         NEW ORLEANS         3.60
3        September 11, 2011        Football         INDIANAPOLIS at HOUSTON         INDIANAPOLIS         6.30
7        September 11, 2011        Football         PHILADELPHIA at ST. LOUIS         ST. LOUIS         3.60
10        September 11, 2011        Football         MINNESOTA at SAN DIEGO         SAN DIEGO         1.40
12        September 11, 2011        Football         CAROLINA at ARIZONA         CAROLINA         4.70
15        September 12, 2011        Football         NEW ENGLAND at MIAMI         MIAMI         4.70

You Could Win
2525.05 x $2.00 = $5,050.10
TOTAL COST: $2.00

Go ahead and laugh... I have knocked some of these out of the park. Of course, I balanced that one with a very good chance at about $30 on a $2 bet.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 11 Sep 11 - 11:02 AM

Yo DAN... whatchya doin aroud one o'clock?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,JTS
Date: 12 Sep 11 - 12:01 PM

How about that young Cameron Newton tying the rookie record for yards per game.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 18 Sep 11 - 01:37 PM

That was cool!

Now, this uniform change stuff pisses me off. Ooooh, I'll get used to it but I don't like it. The Jets jest don't look like Jets. 55 yard field goal and it was like child's play. Don't care much for that either.

Yes, I am in a bad mood.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 25 Sep 11 - 11:26 AM

Hey J... to hot here today to wear my Pat's hoody. Maybe if I turn on the AC? I think the Bills have a good chance to surpise a LOT of people this afternoon.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dazbo
Date: 25 Sep 11 - 04:19 PM

How are my team, The Huston Oilers, doing this season?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST
Date: 25 Sep 11 - 04:56 PM

Sadly you were all too right gnu. Those four INTS by Brady didn't help much either.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 25 Sep 11 - 05:01 PM

Told ya... only thing is, because it was 3 points, that screws my $625.15 win on a $2 bet.

The Oilers? Try NFL.com. I hear from Rap the Cubs are goin all the way so why bother?

BTW, I am watching Yankee football and, on the other TV I am watching Scotland beating Argentina. Ya can't that with a stick.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: olddude
Date: 25 Sep 11 - 05:02 PM

Who would figure Bills would beat the Pats ... great thing about football ya can never figure on any sunday huh

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 25 Sep 11 - 07:05 PM

I kinda figured they would Dan. Just a feeling. Too bad they only won by three though. That is considered a tie in the betting pool here and I had the Bills to win. Oh well, $2 ain't gonna break me. But that $625.15 was lookin good for a while but it still would have depended on the Steelers losing... a long shot at best.

Yes, Dan I DID bet against the Steelers. In my defense, I bet against the Pats too... MY team. Hey... if yer gonna bet $2, why bet three locks (hahahaha) and win $1?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Oct 11 - 01:05 PM

I was shocked... Bradshaw said the Steelers were beat up and gonna lose today!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: olddude
Date: 09 Oct 11 - 01:15 PM

If you get the Buffalo Bills Eagle game. My oldest daughter will be doing the half time show with the other NFL cheerleader Alumi. They were invited to come back for Breast Cancer fund raiser which this game is all about today. My wife will be out on the field also as one of the survivors ...

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 10 Oct 11 - 06:49 PM

Has anybody else noticed that Al Davis has died?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: olddude
Date: 10 Oct 11 - 07:22 PM

He was one of the all time great characters in the NFL. He also is a big part of what the NFL became and is today. Good and Bad he was most certainly a maverick and a true "Raider". I will miss him. I never met Al .. always wished I did

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 10 Oct 11 - 07:41 PM

I would say everyone that follows the NFL... hmmm... AFL?... "noticed". Hell of a guy. Howie said it all on NFL on Fox pregame. Al is one of the guys that helped make the game of Yankee football what it is today... the best spectator sport in the world.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 17 Oct 11 - 11:23 AM

Watched da Bears rolling over the Vikes (or at least Donnovan McNabb), and the Bucks had a good win too. Next week's Wembley game is definitely shaping up!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 29 Oct 11 - 02:54 AM

I am vey pleased with Cam Newton so far. lots of fun to watch.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 06 Nov 11 - 07:40 PM

Hope tonight's game isn't as one-sided as the last two! Then again, I've still not forgiven the ex-Browns for nicking the Ravens' name. Come on the guys in Ravens' uniforms!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Bobert
Date: 06 Nov 11 - 07:56 PM

My Redskins are in their 20th year of being in the NFL wasteland...

3-13, 4-12... Same as every year...

Impeach the arrogant owner, Dan Snyder... He is bad karma...

B~

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 07 Nov 11 - 04:33 PM

Normal service has been resumed on MNF! The only thing I wonder about those Throwback uniforms is, why can't they have throwback mud to go with them.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 20 Nov 11 - 01:56 PM

17 - 7

Panthers over Lions! Man those Lions have a pass rush!!!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 20 Nov 11 - 05:19 PM

Enjoyed the Packers and Bucs... Bucs secondary was amazing but how can you stop the Pac receiving corps? Some of those penalties were stupid but overall I thought the Bucs did very well. A team to watch over the next several years.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 20 Nov 11 - 06:19 PM

Talk on the pre-game show was about the Packers going undefeated to the Super Bowl and winning the Super Bowl. It seems possible, but the odds are against them.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 20 Nov 11 - 08:07 PM

I would bet on them.... tonight.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 20 Nov 11 - 11:58 PM

I would bet on them even money for every remaining game individually.

The odds of them winning any one game is, depending on the opponent, between even odds (50%)(possibly for the super bowl) and 4 to 1 say 80% but the odds of them losing one game, even if the odds in their favor for every game form now to the Super bowl were 4 to one then the odds of them losing any one game would be the sum of the opponents odds.

6 regular season plus 3 play off games 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 0r 180 % Well not really, but they have to go up against 1 in 5 odds or worse 9 times. That makes it very unlikely.

That's what makes it so much fun to watch. It would make a great story.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 21 Nov 11 - 10:14 AM

How about that Vince Young coming through in the clutch and keeping "the dream team" alive?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 21 Nov 11 - 10:23 AM

Carolina Panthers are tied for 2nd in the "Suck for Luck" sweepstakes. But Indy has a commanding lead!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 24 Nov 11 - 12:10 PM

Big Game at 1 PM EST. Will the lions keep the Packers from going 19-0?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 24 Nov 11 - 01:18 PM

No score after a quarter!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 24 Nov 11 - 02:40 PM

Suh just got ejected for immature behavior. He will probably be suspended. Such a shame.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 24 Nov 11 - 02:46 PM

Packers just scored. No pass rush. I think the game is over.....

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 24 Nov 11 - 09:00 PM

Packers secondary was stellar! The woodson pic was great!... 14 yers playing without a cup... the man got balls!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 25 Nov 11 - 05:23 PM

Talked to me football buddy at the grocery store today and said the Woodson pic was my highlight yesterday... he said that he had been saying that all day long. Nice to know there are some Woodson fans out there besides me. Fuckin awesome lad!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 25 Nov 11 - 06:06 PM

I was a Suh fan. 'til yesterday.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 25 Nov 11 - 07:54 PM

Yeah, Jts. I wonder WTF that was about? Obviously, he had an axe to grind. But it's not the first time he hit himself with that axe. Either he has issues or he is gonna have issues. Throwing away millions of dollars per year is not smart and it could easily come to that if he acts like a child again. Once, twice, thrice and what happens, no matter how good you are?

Then again, what about "The Vick Factor"?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 04 Dec 11 - 08:02 PM

I followed the Pack v Giants game on the Game Tracker - sounded like a brilliant game. Pity it wasn't the SNF game so it would have been live on UK TV.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 04 Dec 11 - 08:26 PM

It was quite a game. Came down, to me, to one errant read by Manning. Too cautious when it was the game in the balance. Woodson was beat and it was clear sailing but a QB can't see everything.

Hope Woodson is okay. Last week's "play" for me was his pick... 14 years on the turf WITHOUT a cup! That takes BALLS! But, I said that before.

Packers have peaked and we'll see if they can hold it. Pats are peaking and they should all be healthy for post season. I say Pats and Packers and I say Pats send the Packers packing... IF their secondary can hold up. BIG job to do against Rogers and his receiving corps.

Hmmmm... I suppose you could almost say the same thing in reverse to an extent. Saaaaayyy... IF it is the Pats and the Packers, gonna be a shootout!

I think such a matchup will come down to the defensive line... guys like Wilfork and... I'll stop now... this post is tooo long already.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 04 Dec 11 - 09:31 PM

Most analysts who are picking are taking pats & packers. I think it will be the Steelers vs Packers. I think they have the best defense of the three and are hungry for a Superbowl rematch.

Yeah Dave it was a great game. Sorry you missed it.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 01:19 AM

Say what you like, I'm saying Denver Broncos...TEAM of DESTINY!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 11:19 AM

According to Tebow Denver has his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on thier side. How can they lose?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 12:06 PM

Funny. I just saw Tebow on TV saying that the Lord doesn't care who wins or loses a football game while thanking the Lord for his blessings. Surely there are not TWO Tebows playing Football for Denver?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 12:21 PM

Funny...I didn't see a bearded guy in robes and sandals jerk Barber out of bounds to stop the clock with 45 seconds to go. But then, the Lord works in mysterious ways.
I think the Packers are the best team in the NFL, but the Broncos have developed a formula for success that has worked six times in a row. We'll see what happens against the Pats next week. If they can shut down Brady, Welker, and Gronkowski I think they will win again. If they do, they have Buffalo and the Chiefs left, and those are both very winnable games. 11-5 is quite possible.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 12:37 PM

"... Brady, Welker, and Gronkowski... " That's 3 IFs. The Skins surprised the heck outta me yesterday. The Pat's secondary will be their downfall. They are hurting. I wish McCourty hadn't played yesterday. He couldn't lift his right arm for most of the game... it must be bad because he is making mental errrors as well. They couldn't have done any worse by replacing him.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 04:02 PM

Troubles in the secondary or not, I think they are more than a match for Denver.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 04:28 PM

I agree, JtS. 6'6" and 270 pounds and he runs like a deer... The Gronk is an amazing weapon. And Welker... well fuck me! Shades of Rice in a small package, which can be an advatage at times. Brady has the resume. And then Wilfork and... but, the Packers? the Saints? the??? Well, I just dunno. It'll be interseting.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 04:55 PM

Yeah. That Gronkowski is one beast of a tight end.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 05:45 PM

Hey my Panthers have two great tight ends in Olsen and Shockey. Gronkowski is good. But it doesn't hurt him to be in a Brady offense. That is why he is having a record breaking rookie year.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 12 Dec 11 - 07:39 PM

You bet those are big IFs gnu! I just hope its a very defensive game until the last quarter.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 02:18 AM

Look at these stats. All the Pats have to do is play their usual game and minimize the turnovers.



Pats        Total Offense         Total Defense         Points Scored         Points Allowed
Per game         424.4 yds         416 yds         30.5 pts    21.1 pts
NFL                  2nd                32nd                  3rd                14th
AFC East          1st                  4th                  1st                  3rd

Broncos
       Total Offense         Total Defense         Points Scored         Points Allowed
Per game         317.1 yds         357.1 yds         20.7 pts      23.2 pts
NFL                23rd                19th                21st                22nd
AFC West         3rd                3rd                3rd                2nd

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 09:39 AM

Yeas, I suppose if stats won games then its all over.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 01:06 PM

And if kickers won games, personally I think the Cowboys should stick with the one they've got.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 01:19 PM

The Cowboy's problem lies way higher up than the kicker. Its all Jerry Jones.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 01:56 PM

Re the stats, IF the Pats can heal in the secondary they may be able to keep those stats up.

Didjas see The Gronk drag those guys and break tackles after the catch.. um... early in the 1st (I think). Gotta be one of top plays of the week. Of course, I suppose it's "no surprise".

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 01:59 PM

I just don't see Tebow as the guy to pick apart a weak secondary.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 02:15 PM

I never mentioned Tebow or the Broncos. My comment was strictly about the stats.

Rogers might have a shot. >;-)

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 13 Dec 11 - 02:20 PM

Sorry, Thought we were talking about The Denver game.

Rogers? They ain't past the Steelers and Ravens yet.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 14 Dec 11 - 12:44 PM

The cowboys problem is Tony Romo who can heal his own puntured lung in two days but can't seem to play a consistant game. Mabey Tebow could pray for him.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 14 Dec 11 - 01:31 PM

The problem with Dallas is Jerry Jones, who among other things feed of the publicity of Tony Romo dating Jessica Simpson rather than doing everything possible to get the team to the playoffs. There is no respect there for the coach because Jerry interferes. They are not getting the best personnel because Jerry interferes. If Jerry hadn't wanted coaching and (team) managing credit instead of just owning and executive credit, They probably would have had a few more championships under Johnson who would have passed the team to a well mentored management team when he eventually retired.

The best ownership in sports are in Pittsburgh (Steelers) and Green Bay. I like to call them the Anti-Jerrys.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 18 Dec 11 - 04:04 PM

Chiefs 19 Packers 14. So it ends.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 18 Dec 11 - 04:17 PM

Upset Sunday!!!!! Giants lost. Carlina beat 1st place Texans! Colts won. Packers lost! Can Brady beat Tebow on a day like this?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 18 Dec 11 - 05:33 PM

Looked that way for a time, but Pats now up 17-16!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 18 Dec 11 - 07:33 PM

"Can Brady beat Tebow on a day like this?"

There was never any question. If the Pats can stay healty(er), I shall be a happy camper.

As for the Packers, I didn't get the game on my TV but... WTF?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 19 Dec 11 - 01:12 AM

Too many turnovers for Denver in their own red zone told the tale. Denver took an interesting tack against the Patriots in the first quarter...beating them at their own game. But the three turnovers became three scores for New England, and this Bronco team needs at least three things to beat any opponent: Few or no mistakes, solid defense, and keep the came close. Against the Patriots they didn't do any of them.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 19 Dec 11 - 03:49 PM

Gonna be interesting tonight. I figure the Steelers gotta score first and fast. If the 9rs pound it on the ground, at home, they win.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 19 Dec 11 - 10:44 PM

Before the Game Big Ben pulled a Tebow and got down on his knee to pray... And the lights went out.

I wondered if he was praying for the Three girls he raped.

GO Niners... Hurt that rapist bastard.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 20 Dec 11 - 12:41 AM

Nice Win.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 22 Dec 11 - 08:22 AM

Tebowing in Toronto

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 22 Dec 11 - 10:30 AM

O.K. I'll concede that Jesus Christ might actualy care about getting Denver to win a few games but there is no way even Jesus Christ can help the Toronto Maple laughs. That is just crazy.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 22 Dec 11 - 06:24 PM

check out this kid.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 22 Dec 11 - 07:11 PM

Wow that's incredible.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 22 Dec 11 - 07:24 PM

JtS... cool vid. Thanks.

Raptor... we've been down that road before. That's libel. It's unproven and it's offensive to some people who read these threads. Personal friends of the man. Ya wanna start yer own thread, go ahead. That shit ain't got no place in this thread. And you know it so knock that shit off. If you got proof of your accusations, take em to the police. Otherwise, talk football... not crap.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 22 Dec 11 - 11:34 PM

Fair enough, I'll keep it to myself, My apologies.

I have strong feelings about the mistreatment of the fairer sex.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 22 Dec 11 - 11:56 PM

How can one team (Pats) be great with any QB (bledsoe, brady,cassel) and another (colts) be so lost without thier QB (manning)?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 23 Dec 11 - 01:28 AM

Are you kidding Raptor? The Pats great without Brady? I don't think so.

Manning makes a big difference to the Colts. But there are a lot of QB's who would be a lot better than those they currently fielding.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,Raptor
Date: 23 Dec 11 - 08:41 AM

Brady was a nobody who replaced Bledsoe when he went down.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 23 Dec 11 - 08:45 AM

And Cassel did a great job in his stead.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 23 Dec 11 - 09:50 AM

Brady is one of the ten best QBs ever. His skills are perfect for a Bill Belichick offense.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 23 Dec 11 - 09:54 AM

"Check Down King" is calm, cool, and collected.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 09:07 AM

Today we (9ers) Face a good run team but we are the best at stopping the run.
It's good to have a team to get excitedc about after a long time of loseing.

I glad the harley didn't kill me I would have missed this.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 10:26 AM

Good luck to the red and gold. If they win out they get the first round bye don't they?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 10:43 AM

Dolphins at Pats today. Always an exciting game. Some other matchups look good too, but when these two meet, ya just never know.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 11:02 AM

Jets and Giants
Cowboys and Eagles

playing for playoff spots!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 11:46 AM

We have to win the next two for the bye but I'll be happy not having to meet the packers too soon they will creem us. gnu the pats will squish the fish fast that wont be much of a game at all.JTS who do you like in the Jersy(NY) game?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 02:40 PM

Oh, Raptor? You watchin the game?

At halftime, I have a comment to make. Branch is an old man. He must be because he's got oldtimers'... WTF was that? How on God's green earth did he not go out of bounds? $$$M a year and does that shit? I am gonna have a sore throat in the morning from yelling at the TV. I think he's gonna have a sore ass. I cannot fucking believe that.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 03:21 PM

Carolina is creaming Tampa. I'm really looking forward to seeing this offense next year with a healthier defense.   

I think the Jets will win but they are pretty evenly matched.

Eagles/Cowboys will probably be a barn burner, neither team can cover the other's receivers. But Dallas is hurting at running back.

NE behind 17-10? To Miami? Are they resting their stars?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 06:05 PM

Apparently... it was 17 zip at the half. NE came back to win. I REALLY enjoyed it.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 07:47 PM

OH YEAH!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 24 Dec 11 - 07:51 PM

Great football today! More to come!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 25 Dec 11 - 04:33 PM

Da Bears... da Packers? Packers. Daaaa?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 04 Jan 12 - 06:48 PM

I'm liking Saint Vs Steelers in the big game.

Anyone else got a prediction?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 04 Jan 12 - 09:24 PM

Pats and any comers. Hey... I gotta. Steelers were my go to team back "then"... 49ers too... but I have been a Pats fan since Boston and Moncton were linked by sailing ships and relatives further back than I even knew about Yankee football.

Yeah, I know that don't mean shit. But, the Pats are peakin... look out!

But, yeah... the Saints, Steelers, Packers... it's gonna be a show.

GO PATS!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 04 Jan 12 - 11:45 PM

In the Super Bowl Saints versus Broncos. Final score Saints 58 Broncos 3.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 09:45 AM

Pats and Pack with pack to win.

I hope my 9ers go far but next year we'll get better.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 09:55 AM

Tebow doesn't have a prayer. Pun intended.

Ben is bangeg up and won't last past round two.

Lions are gonna go out like lambs in The superdome..

The saints will march in to lose in Green Bay.

The falcons will get thier wingas clipped in NY.

The toxins will get line danced out.

The Bangles will bungle in the jungle.

NE will beat the ravins.

Gb will cruch my Niners.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 12:16 PM

Raptor, Saints won't see GB until Round 3, If the Packers beat the Giants/Falcons.

The Saints, Steelers, Ravens and 49ers have the best defenses. Saints, Steelers, Ravens have played much tougher schedules, so I believe in them more.

The Pats will cream the Texans, or even the less likely Bengals
Ben's ankle will be more than able to beat the Broncos. I don't believe Broncos can score on the Pittsburgh D. The Pats D shut them down while they were in the bottom defenses 3 in the league. Ravens Steelers will be a much closer game, But I think that Ben will beat Flaco in the next round then it will be best defense in the NFL against the worst defense left in the playoffs(Pats) for the AFC Championship.

On the other side. Saints and Lions have had pretty good D's but look what Flynn did to the Lions They can be had. On the other hand look what the Saints D did to the Panthers. Saints are on the upswing. Lions are slipping. Saints by at least 14.

Like you said, It is not the 49ers year, too young, rookie head coach, Their success partly based on an easy division and an easy schedule. Brees will make some big plays with 3 pro bowlers on the NO O line and lots of weapons. Smith will have a hard time with the NO defense.

ATL and NYG are a coin flip. But Giants have the 2nd best Defense (after NO) left in the NFC. Giants are certainly on the upswing. If they play the Packers, and upset is possible.

If not, NO v Packers, the two best offenses in the league face off but N'Oleans defense is way way better. All Brees has to do is use Packer's tendency to try for the big play against them and they have a better than even chance. If they can play in the cold in Lambeau. But if it is a fairly mild day, I'm picking N'Orleans.

A N'Orleans v Steelers Superbowl will be hard to call. I'd pick the Saints if it is high scoring, Steelers if the defenses prevail.

Note that much of this is based on my thinking in drawing up my team for the nfl.com Fantasy Challenge. But I think it is more likely that these two teams will face each other than any other combination. Which is to say, there is about a 1 in 6 chance they both will make it. But if they do and Pittsburgh's Mike Wallace and Isaac Redmon have great playoff years, I will have a good chance to win a trip to the 2013 Superbowl in N'Oleans.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 01:45 PM

So I'a lookin at the home page of the NFL and I see an article, "New Brunswick Hosts the World".

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 05:59 PM

I smell a wager.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 06:45 PM

I'll bet on the US gals in the tackle football championship.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 07:58 PM

Traitor. >;-)

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 05 Jan 12 - 08:13 PM

That bet is purely for the money :-D

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 08 Jan 12 - 12:05 AM

So far my fantasy team has done well.

I picked all saints except for the defense. Defense I picked Steelers. Because I thought that the Steelers vs Bronco's Steelers might have a super defensive day. I also thought that Detroit would score more than 35 points else I would have gone with Saints defense as well.

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Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 08 Jan 12 - 06:49 PM

Giants did well, despite Eli and Tom. Denver is impressive so far.

Better than that, Koe took home $43,900 in the TSN skins... amazing curling but that is what ya get when 4 world championship rinks play eh? I have NEVER seen so many rocks in play! Exciting stuff!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 08 Jan 12 - 08:16 PM

Well Denver pulled it out of the bucket in grand style. I must say, I do like this Tebow. But I like Brady better. >;-) We'll see next weekend.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST
Date: 08 Jan 12 - 10:29 PM

Do you kick the ball

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 08 Jan 12 - 11:31 PM

Looks like JTS won't be going to New Orleans for the Super Bowl next year.
I figured the Steelers were bound to win myself, so no gloating here. Tebow threw some very fine downfield passes, and the Broncos defense was tough when it needed to be.
I would still have to say the Patriots will have an easy time of it with our Denver boys, but I don't think anybody can really predict what Tebow and his gang will do after scoring 29 points on the top-rated defense in the NFL. I've been saying wait 'til next year for several weeks now, but the Broncos seem to be taking this playoffs thing seriously.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 02:26 PM

Its clear that I do not know Fantasy Football very well. I had already divested of my Steelers offensive players and picked up Saints when I learned that Pouncy was out. I actually switched to New Orleans Defense as well but switched back to Steelers. Had I looked closer at the scoring system I would have realized the number of defensive points that are scored when a team is behind. The Texans cleaned up on the Bengals late in the 4th quarter.

Now I'm going Saints D all the way. If the Saints go to the Super Bowl and have a big game I could still have a competitive score. But People from Louisianna who went Saints all the way from the start will still beat me.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 03:00 PM

LEJ... an "easy" time? Ahhhh... if the Pats' secondary can get healthy with the by and the receiving corps can do better than the Steelers did, they have a (fairly) better than good "chance". But I don't think it's gonna be easy. The Pats NEEDED the by.

BTW, didja see that kid Owens shadow and make plays? We must be distant cousins. I played inside cornerback and outside when need be (oh, yeah, different terminolgy). I'd say he is near as good as I used to be. Now, he might be able to shadow a Welker - THAT is a monumental task.

Finally, can the Pats' offensive line keep Brady on his feet? To me, that is the big question. I suspect The Belly will go hurryup and West Coast early with short yardage and clock management as the main objectives. After what Denver did to Ben, I jus't can't see a long game until required.

BTW, I was glad to see that last play yesterday. I was cheering for the Steelers but I got to bed early and *I* need my beauty rest. Over 7 hours straight of football is enough.

Sorry, but that IS the short version.

Easy? Nope. But, in my gut, GO PATS!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 03:05 PM

I'll try to keep my rant on the referees in the Denver game short... fuckin assholes! I am New Fucking Brunswick and you are ten fucking feet away and you didn't see that? You make THAT kinda money and have a health care plan and you can't afford fucking glasses? Fer FUCK SAKE!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 03:11 PM

I think the Saints are the team to beat, and I don't see the SP champs coming out of the AFC. If Denver can score points and can pressure Brady, they do have a chance. I think Baltimore beats Houston if they stop the run game, and I think they will.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 03:35 PM

If two Steeler Offensive linemen had not been injured in the first quarter It would have been a very different game.

Broncos went mostly with a 3 man rush and heavy secondary coverage against a limping Big Ben It worked mostly because Pouncy was out. But still, the Steelers scored 23 points.

On offense they had a couple of trick plays designed to fool Troy Polamalu. Have they used all their tricks? Do you think that The Broncos will score 29 points on the Pats? I don't, I think they will need 35 points or more to beat the Pats.

Tebow is beginning to irritate me with all of this "Miracle" stuff and I am tired of seeing him spit on the ground every time the other team has the ball. (too much attention on a guy sitting on the bench you think?) No, I think they are done next week. But then again, I and many others thought that Pittsburgh beating them was the surest bet this past weekend.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 03:49 PM

Well said, JtS. But, do you really thing the Pats' offense line can handle things THAT much better? That's why I think the by and the hurryup and short yardage strategy MAY be a factor early in. Anyone's gues, of course.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 04:38 PM

The problem wasn't the O-line it was the coverage and Ben's inability to move in the pocket. That said, Pouncy was out and NE has a healthy, practiced O-Line. So yeah, barring a late injury the Pats are THAT much better. The Pats have too many "weapons." If Denver brings that same 3 man rush crap to New England, Gronk and Hernandez will have huge games catching slants. Or Brady will rush for 80 yards. Which is very unlikely, but Denver left some big holes up the middle. Near the end of the game Ben basically walked for two or three 5-7 yard gains. A healthy Brady would eat that up.

Bottom line: Tebow needs to score at least 35 points to beat Brady. I don't think he can.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 04:43 PM

Yeah, I can get with that, Jts. But I don't think the Broncos will be that slight on the rush early on... again, we'll see. That's why I think Yankee football is the best... it's chess with BIG men.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 04:49 PM

I have just one more thing to say to you on this subject.

Sun, Dec 18         Top Passer            Top Rusher          Top Receiver
NE 41 @ DEN 23 Tom Brady: 320 Yds Tim Tebow: 93 Yds Aaron Hernandez: 129 Yds

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 04:52 PM

grrrrrrr   my Steelers lost to Denver, Now I gotta put up with my kids saying tee hee told ya dad ... Tbow ... unfair, has God on his side ...

watchout Pats they are sleepers that came alive ... go figure

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 05:39 PM

"Tbow ... unfair, has God on his side ..." LOL!!

I got this note from NFL.com

Steelers left tackle Max Starks and nose tackle Casey Hampton both sustained ACL injuries that could require surgery. ... Defensive end Brett Keisel suffered a "significant" groin injury and linebacker LaMarr Woodley's strained right hamstring remains balky. Then there was Martin out because of altitude.

I think key injuries to the defense made the difference. That was even with high ankle sprains on Pouncey and Ben. Steelers scored enough if the defense had been able to bring pressure.

Question? Did, God "injure" those guys to help Tebow win or is it just that the Steelers have a lot of guys in their thirties and got unlucky on the wrong day.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 06:51 PM

Dan... hahahahaa!

JtS... yeah, I know, but on any given Sunday........

Me buddy at the Coop... Packers all the way. I said to him as I was on the way to the checkout... Pats are peakin and Packers are gonna be packin their lockers at halftime in the big show. He said they might have to rescind my Coop membership for that.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 09 Jan 12 - 08:37 PM

I think the Giants have a way better chance than the Broncos.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 10 Jan 12 - 10:04 AM

My Steel Curtain looked more like cheese cloth .. but the injuries got them. I think they are just gettin old unlike me who never ages LOL

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 10 Jan 12 - 12:49 PM

My Panthers look good for next year. Not as good as the lions, but they look good.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 10 Jan 12 - 12:53 PM

My kids are all thrilled but I don't think Broncos can beat Tommy. I also as much as I love Green Bay and have my ties to the team, I thing the 49ers have one hell of a defense and maybe the one to win it all

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 10 Jan 12 - 02:10 PM

Dan... besides aging, in a game as rough as Yankee football, ya lose at least a step a year from minor injuries and wear and tear.

I give the recruiting staff of the Patriots a gold star. Ya gotta know when ta hold em and when ta fold em. Same goes for the coaching staff when they maximize a player's effectiveness while he's still in step. That's what them thar ferriners who think Yankee football is pansyass just don't git. Well, one of the things, anyway.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST
Date: 10 Jan 12 - 06:38 PM

Cross country wrestling

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 10 Jan 12 - 09:14 PM

Yes. That's what we are talkin about GUEST, but modified with rules and goals and having to carry an object worthy of capture... a... superball.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 11 Jan 12 - 01:35 PM

Are you Smarter than Aaron Rogers?

I was close (35.42) but did not read the instructions and time myself.   I think the results would have been the same though. Most questions, took only a second or two.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 14 Jan 12 - 08:12 PM

Great Game!!! Raptor, those niners are for real!!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Bobert
Date: 14 Jan 12 - 08:35 PM

Heck of a last 5 minutes!!!

B~

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 14 Jan 12 - 10:47 PM

Not so exciting in New England.

I don't think we'll be hearing quite so much about the "Mile High Messiah."

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 14 Jan 12 - 11:04 PM

Oh dear. The Saints' coaching staff are gonna get rough-assed. But, I expected a close game. And it was exciting.

I knew what the Pats would do. They did it BIG time. I turned the TV off. Six hours of football (with two hours on the treadmill) is all I can take. And, there was English Premiership before that. Time to mellow out and get some shuteye soon.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 14 Jan 12 - 11:26 PM

People who picked Patriots in the first round are looking very good in the NFL Fantasy Challenge pool. Brady would have got them about a hundred points in this game alone about matching what Drew Brees got in two excellent games.   Gronk is not far behind Graham and he will play next week and get triple points. 2% of the hundreds of thousands of people took Brady. They are laughing now. And anyone who took the NE defense just got a point a sack.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 07:10 AM

Sorry, I gotta.

Tebow no go.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 12:14 PM

WE DAT !!!!!!!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 12:15 PM

Next season we should meet in some NFL town for a game and some tailgate.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 02:10 PM

Flacco go.

So far.

Lot of drooped balls and poor throws. Cold ball? Cold hands?

Poor throws by both but I mean, besides the obvious nervousness of TJ... man, some of those decisions???

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 02:43 PM

The best decision for TJ is to give the ball to Foster.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 02:59 PM

Yup... he seems to be settling down a bit.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 03:50 PM

Ouch. for a good part of the Broncos-Pats game the Broncos looked like a mid-level college team. The Patriots showed, despite having one of the NFL's worst defenses, that they had the Broncos' number. There are certain teams that just "own" other teams, and that goes for New England and Denver this year.
All of the God stuff aside, I like Tim Tebow and look forward to seeing him play next year after more training and maturity and experience kick in. Elway himself was blown out in several big games, and really struggled his first several years.
We'll see. Only one team wins their last game, and I have to think it will be the Pats or Green Bay at this point. That's a shootout that will be fun to watch.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 04:19 PM

I have a real problem with the Pats hiring the ex offensive assistant coach of the Broncos to "consult for them" before the game and have him in the upstairs booth with the coaches for the pats. It is not illegal in the league but certainly sends a bad message.

I don't think the Pats will beat any of the remaining NFC teams. They have great offense and defense, especially the niners. GB can get it done also and the giants are not the giants we saw earlier, they are on a roll ...

My guess, hope I am wrong, Giants and Pats in the big game

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 04:20 PM

Oh I should have said former assistant offensive co-ordinator of the Bronco's

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 04:22 PM

Pats are peakin. I have been down on their offesive line and their secondary but The Belly just seems to be able to get everyone peakin at the right time. I see the Pats in the show after what I saw this afternoon.

I expect the Cheeseheads to win. Dunno about a blowout against the Giants defense, tho. They hyped the Giants offense today in the pregame shows and I kinda asked me, "Huh?". Salesman's puffing?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 04:30 PM

Well, Josh McDaniels is probably still bitter, and Belichik is what he is. The Patriots have already shown they are not afraid to cheat to win, but in this case, the presence of McDaniels was probably a minor contribution, Dan.
I don't know that New England isn't a true contender for the title. Brady, Gronkowski, Hernandez and Welker are like a scoring machine when they get in groove.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 05:22 PM

If the Broncos didn't want him to go to another team the could hve kept him on. A man has a right to earn a living.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 06:15 PM

Maybe defense DOES still win championships. Half time 20-10. The Giants are sure outplaying the Packers. Nicks is Feasting on the Packers secondary. A bad call of "Down by contact." is the only reason it is that close.

I like the Niners in a match up with the Giants, their defense seems better but not by much. Defense will also probably decide the AFC Championship as well. Can the Pats do to Ray Rice what they did to Tebow and Magahee? Can the Ravens D slow down Brady?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 06:28 PM

Well... that's a redface on me! I haven't seen the Giants play much this year and dismissed them due to the poor performaces I saw but they were impressive in the first half. Other side of the ball, I really expected more frpm GB.

And, yes, that was a fumble, on replay after replay. How it was ruled otherwise is "strange".

As for the Pats "cheating", if you are referring to the shit from past seasons, I think The Belly did the entire league a service when he said, "If other teams can do it and get away with it, so can I. Whaddya gonna do about?" He was the guy that did it OVERTLY and took shit for it. He "cheated" in broad daylight and, by doing so, got the cheating dealt with.

Now, that was then, this is now. And the Pats are gonn take the Superbowl.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 06:50 PM

You may be right about the Pats winning,gnu. But overt cheating is just a way of saying you got caught, in my opinion.
As to McDaniels, we were all pretty glad to see the back of him. He's got some skills as an offensive coordinator as long as there's somebody riding herd on him.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 07:16 PM

True Jack
but he was only hired for the game. But it is legal so nuff said. Just not my cup of tea but maybe every team does it who knows. Anyway I never seen the Pats drop so many balls

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 07:17 PM

I meant Green Bay drop so many balls

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 07:31 PM

Yeah, Rogers timing seems off. But give the G's credit for creating pressure.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 07:51 PM

And the Pats are gonn take the Superbowl.

I'll bet Brady would love to have another shot at Eli Manning.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: ranger1
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 08:01 PM

The Giants have a phenomenal defense. It's what won them the Superbowl against the Patriots in the first place. they put pressure on Brady, and I think he spent more time on the ground than on his feet. I still don't think Eli is all that, he's a decent quarterback, but not a great quarterback.

As for the Pats, their defense is young, and it took them a while to gel. I think they'll hold their own just fine.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 08:16 PM

I was impressed with the Giant's offensive line. San Fran at home will be tough, but we'll see.

As for The Ravens in NE, they are gonna get their wings clipped in a close game... a VERY close game. So close, it could go either way, really. I am serious about that. The Ravens are good. If they can pressure Brady, and I think they can, maybe, given the poor play earlier in the season by the Pat's offensive line, and if their secondary plays up to par, they could nix the Pats if they bring big pressure early. But it's gotta be early and sustained.

No matter what, GO PATS!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 09:53 PM

Defence win champoinships. Who's got it better than the Niners? Nobody!

I'd rather face the Pats than the Ravens. I think it would be an easyer win.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 15 Jan 12 - 09:54 PM

Just ask the Bills

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: catspaw49
Date: 16 Jan 12 - 03:55 PM

REAL BAD TIM

with apologies to Jimmy Dean & Roy Acuff

Every Sunday on the gridiron
You could see him arrive
He'd be down on a knee
Spoutin' God jive
Kinda' weak in the mind
And weaker in the arm
Passin' the ball he could do little harm
He's Tee-Bo......Tee-Bo....oh
The kid can't throw....can't throw.

He could run the option
And the quarterback draw
But his passing game
Was against the law
Passes flopping through the air
Like piss-drunk quail
Tim was the biggest fuckup
On "Celebrity Fail."
Tee-Bo.....Tee-Bo...oh
The kid can't throw....can't throw.

One night he threw for 316
He felt like a King
But he looked like a Queen
His passes were short
Receivers ran them out
Timmy thought he was terrific
But fans had doubt
About Tee-Bo...Tee-Bo...oh
The kid can't throw....can't throw.

Tom Brady and his team
Put on a passing display
The Broncos were in complete disarray
Only 5 times did Timmy complete a pass
Five other times he wound up on his ass
(Spoken)And now on his locker there is a sign that reads......
"Here Hangs a Tiny Jockstrap
Owned by the Sarah Palin of the NFL...
Tim Tebow"
Tee-Bo....Tee-Bo...oh
The kid can't throw....can't throw.



Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 16 Jan 12 - 04:44 PM

You're goin to hell fer that, Spaw.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 16 Jan 12 - 04:56 PM

I never thought a lot of him. Not yet. He has potential but all that hype was just selling hype. It's just the way it was.

Rap. 9ers? We'll see.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 20 Jan 12 - 09:01 AM

Its gonna be a fun weekend

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 20 Jan 12 - 09:45 AM

Niners and Pats in SB I think. Niners win I also think, they got a great defense. But if the PATS win at least I can get us some signed SB stuff yup

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: pdq
Date: 20 Jan 12 - 10:15 AM

A day or so back, VP Joe Biden said to a West Coast crowd "the San Francisco Giants are going to win the Super Bowl!".

Perhaps he has some insider information. Probably not.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 20 Jan 12 - 03:04 PM

A joke, perhaps?

I kinda think SF but... on any given Sunday.

Of course, in the end, Pats are peakin! GO PATS!

If Welker catches big balls, will he ask big money? Hahahahaa.

I see Bledsoe will be an honourary captain this weekend. Kraft is a classy guy. I wonder if he shaves with a razor??

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 21 Jan 12 - 03:02 PM

Brady's shoulder and "The Patriots listed 14 players as questionable for the game in Friday's injury report, including tight end Aaron Hernandez (concussion), receiver Wes Welker (knee), receiver Deion Branch (knee) and safety Patrick Chung (knee). Brady was not included in the report."

Is The Belly playin games? Or should I be worried?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 21 Jan 12 - 03:38 PM

Pats are coming to Wembley in October, so GO PATS!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 21 Jan 12 - 04:02 PM

Right... I Googled Welker... anybody know how or when this injury occured? I was havin a few beers during the last game but I think I would remember that???

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 21 Jan 12 - 10:49 PM

This injury repor looks nuts!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: ranger1
Date: 21 Jan 12 - 11:15 PM

gnu, the injury report has had Brady's shoulder listed for at least the past six or seven years. I wouldn't worry too much about it. As for Welker, I have no idea.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 22 Jan 12 - 03:24 AM

I need The Pats to win a hard fight that leaves them very beat up for the bowl. And I need Eli to go back to his old choking ways tonight.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jan 12 - 01:43 PM

With the pressure that SF will bring, early, he could very well choke. 9ers fans will factor.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jan 12 - 04:44 PM

That was not out of bounds. Bad call. No challenge? Then again, Brady wasn't called for intentional grounding not long before. Smart move to take two kees before the half.

Good game.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jan 12 - 06:20 PM

Hard to believe, but it happened. What's gonna happen nex?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 22 Jan 12 - 07:14 PM

Pats were luck for sure. The Niners and Giants have more balance than the Ravens. The Pats will have to elevate their game in two weeks to win.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 22 Jan 12 - 10:36 PM

Two sucky punt returns... sigh!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jan 12 - 10:41 PM

Replay. But it ain't gonna be the same. Pats all the way!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 27 Jan 12 - 02:40 PM

Manning gonna get a $28M signing bonus now? Maybe he'll back up Brady? Hehehehee.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 27 Jan 12 - 03:01 PM

Do ya think Ochocinco is a secret weapon?

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 29 Jan 12 - 06:33 PM

"Get a ladder, probably," Giants coach Tom Coughlin joked about stopping Gronkowski.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 29 Jan 12 - 06:45 PM

Ya think Manning will get his bonus? >;-)

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 29 Jan 12 - 07:30 PM

All the buzz seems to be retirement. Good way to go out. I wonder if Fox or others have appraoched him for a TV career? Hehehehhee.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 03 Feb 12 - 01:29 PM

One more sleep. >;-)

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 03 Feb 12 - 01:52 PM

The Gronk is good to go... good news. Having both of hose big tight ends in the game means a lot. GO PATS!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: olddude
Date: 03 Feb 12 - 02:21 PM

Well if the Pats do win I will snag us some SB signed stuff. But I am leaning to the Giants and that defense ... man they are goo

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 03 Feb 12 - 02:29 PM

Pats defense is good.

So, what kind of fare will be had by youse? I am so tempted to get all kinds of stuff but will probably stick with fruit and veggies and leftover turkey. After losing 100#, I just don't have the same "Screw it." attitude.

But the trays in the grocery stores look decadent. I hope I can resist.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 03 Feb 12 - 02:50 PM

It will be pizza and wings ... Western NY ya know. Nobody's coming over just me and missus watching ...

Doc was bitching about my cholesterol again ... so maybe I will go with not so greasy pizza and medium wings :-)

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 03 Feb 12 - 03:02 PM

Sobeys has frozen wings on sale... if I go nuts, should I get wings or Buffalo wings. I dunno the difference.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 04 Feb 12 - 12:55 AM

Thinking Giants get this one

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Elmore
Date: 04 Feb 12 - 10:20 AM

I'm sure Gronkowski will play, but look for Brady to go to Welker, Hernandez, and others. Pats have had defense problems, but have been better recently. It feels like the offense has inspired the defense. I wish the damn game would start.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 04 Feb 12 - 01:52 PM

Well, there IS 4.5 hours of pregame tomorrow.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 04 Feb 12 - 04:59 PM

I think Ochocinco will step his game up tomorrow. Just a hunch.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 04 Feb 12 - 05:19 PM

I liked the interview with Belichick when he said he is trying to moderate the intensity of prep so they are peaking at 6PM tomorrow. That has been his top goal every year, every game. He is a genius at doing it. He's got my vote as the best coach of all time. And, yes, I know... but, I do think he is the best or near best of all time.

Fact is, it's gonna be quite a game no matter what. These two teams are top notch. Just like the last time they went to the show together. I just hope it's close right down to the whistle.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Raptor
Date: 04 Feb 12 - 07:32 PM

Top notch? I think not.

Watch this

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 05:26 PM

I did not watch ANY pregame stuff! Just over an hour to kickoff. Gonna have the VCR runnin so I can bitch about the reffing with certainty. >;-)

GO PATS!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 05:43 PM

Faulk is not starting. Riddley (spg?) is starting. Hmmmm.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 06:11 PM

I am still thinking Giants ...

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Charley Noble
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 07:18 PM

Giants are moping up the field.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Charley Noble
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 07:51 PM

10 to 9 Patriots at the half. The Giants don't stand a chance.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 08:02 PM

I was never worried. >;-)

No Gronk... no Gonzalez... no Hernadez... little Welker... Wilfork getting doubled and no response with changeup until nearly the half... Like I said, Yankee football is a game of chess. And NObody plays chess better than The Belly.

Yeah, on any given Sunday... I know... but I wanted a close and exciting game and that's what I am getting. I want the Pats to win but I want an exciting game, no matter who wins.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 09:59 PM

Great game! Enjoyed it. Up until the last bit, of course. See yas next year.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 05 Feb 12 - 10:45 PM

One of the best games I have seen period ... exciting down to the last second. Any football fan has to applaud that game ... wow

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 12:05 AM

They let Brady down. He was up to the job.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: ranger1
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 07:12 AM

As a die-hard Patriots fan, yes, it was a great game. Just wish the receivers could have managed to catch the damn ball on that last drive!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Charley Noble
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 07:18 AM

If wishes were fishes....

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: olddude
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 10:33 AM

dropped passes was a big factor for sure. Last year my Steeler's couldn't catch a cold ... but the Giants defense was very well prepared. A great game for sure, any game that can go either way with one play gets me on the edge of my seat. That pass from Eli for 38 yards. The safety was was off the play hanging too far out ..

Well there goes my superbowl signed football as i have no Giant connections ... next year maybe

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 11:48 AM

Welker's drop, which would have put the Pats on the 10 I believe, was a miss on a rather tough pass which he had to leap and lay out for. It's just amazing to me when Welker gets his hands on any pass and can't bring it in, because he is so consistent. The Hernandez drop in the final drive was the killer though...right on his numbers.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 02:32 PM

Yeah... not all of those drops were catchable. Fact is, even if very few players err on very few plays, you can still win. But if even one player errs on successive plays... there it is. The Giants did a great job. The Pats, well, there ya go. I did not like the play calling and overall strategy by the Pats. The only reason I say that is that I felt that way by the end of the first quarter. By the end of the first half I was still not convinced. End of 3rd, I was getting pissed off.

In the end, Brady was not on his game and Manning was. Brady made some bad decisions, almost as if he was nervous and unfocussed. I still think he is one of the best of all time but he wasn't yesterday. I think he is gonna work on his mobility in the off season.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: J-boy
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 02:40 PM

It's gonna be a loooong off season. Sigh...

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 04:18 PM

I thought for afew horrible minutes we were being treated to the Tony Eason era Patriots, but at least Brady recovered to make them Competitive.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 04:45 PM

Tony... nostalgia minds me of Grogan. All time NFL broken bones. Not necessarily an award anyone would want.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 05:17 PM

When Grogan replaced Eason, the Pats stopped imploding, but it was already too late, both for the Pats' Superbowl hopes and for Eason's career.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 07:19 PM

That game and both offense and defense teams were so evenly matched that one play is all it took. It could have gone either way at anytime. Manning made it, Tom tried but didn't .. all in all a superb game like a great game of chess

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Dave MacKenzie
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 07:28 PM

Another couple of seconds and who knows.....

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Bill D
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 09:31 PM

"Manning made it, ..."

Yes, but HIS receiver made him look good! The catch that put the Giants back in the game was one that 9 out of 10 would NOT have caught.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 09:49 PM

Well, Eli threw the ball and it got there. More than once. I think he deserves some credit, no? After all, he's got a ring... and he's MVP in the Big Show eh? Good on him!

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 06 Feb 12 - 11:26 PM

Bill, that was a perfect pass, AND the catch was spectacular. Manning couldn't have put it in a better spot.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: GUEST
Date: 07 Feb 12 - 03:51 AM

cross country wrestling

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 09 Feb 12 - 02:11 PM

Did you hear about Whelker? I HEARD someone loaded a truck with 900# of Butterfingers chocolate bars... and dumped them "in front of him".

That really pisses me off... if it's true.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 18 Feb 12 - 05:40 PM

I've been away foe a while.

Great game. Give the Giants front four credit. Brady did his part, considering the pressure he was fantastic!. If Gronk had been healthy he probably would have had that "Hail Mary in the end zone. He reminds me of Charles Barkley when the ball is up for grabs. On the other hand, with Gronk healthy, Brady probably would not have had to throw that pass.

Subject: RE: BS: NFL 2011 (US football)
From: gnu
Date: 18 Feb 12 - 05:53 PM

Said it before, JtS... I found Brady to be off his game. One of the best of all time but "off". Pressure... of course... but he still wasn't "Brady" on that given Sunday. And it wasn't just him. The errors added up to the final score, plain and simple. And, again, hats off to NY for playing a heck of a game.