Author Topic: NFL 2014-2015 Off Season Thread of Skittles and Tears (Read 67689 times)

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #661 on:** December 08, 2013, 02:23:58 PM »

Lions up 8-0 at the half. Philly seems to finally be getting used to the conditions on offense running the ball, but I think Foles is going to struggle.

ToxicAdam · « **Reply #662 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:06:34 PM »

Geez, that was heartbreaking. The field mic picked up Gronk screaming "medic" and "shit, again?" in an agonized voice.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #663 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:18:16 PM »

I haven't seen the play, but Patriots fans are screaming dirty play, while NFL journalists on twitter are saying it was a legal play.

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #664 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:35:08 PM »

This DET/PHI game is unexpectedly turning into a shootout.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #665 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:37:14 PM »

Blatant ref bullshit in this game.

ToxicAdam · « **Reply #666 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:38:49 PM »

It's legal but shitty. Ward is an undersized guy, so the ony chance he has of getting Gronk off his feet is by taking them out. He just happened to do it right when. Gronkowski put all his weight on that one leg.

It's the exact kind of play people were saying would happen when they took away head shots.

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #667 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:40:20 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 08, 2013, 03:37:14 PM

Blatant ref bullshit in this game.

Yeah, that penalty on the 2-point conversion was lolwut?

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #668 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:51:15 PM »

Quote from: Joe Molotov on December 08, 2013, 03:40:20 PM

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 08, 2013, 03:37:14 PM
Blatant ref bullshit in this game.

Yeah, that penalty on the 2-point conversion was lolwut?

The roughing the passer that set up that TD was even more egregious.

Ultimately we're losing due to not being able to stop the run, at fucking all. This is shocking me right now. Everyone knows both teams have to run in this weather, how the fuck are they getting 10 yards a carry right now. Jesus....

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #669 on:** December 08, 2013, 03:54:55 PM »

FUCKING STAFFORD

wow. I'm done

El Babua · « **Reply #670 on:** December 08, 2013, 04:37:55 PM »

Fucking Dolphins always giving me a heart attack.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #671 on:** December 08, 2013, 04:39:43 PM »

Lord Brady

ToxicAdam · « **Reply #672 on:** December 08, 2013, 04:49:39 PM »

That's how all the Browns games should be this year. Entertaining as hell, but end in a loss.

Shame we're wasting Josh Gordon's best years of his career.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #673 on:** December 08, 2013, 05:42:27 PM »

This is why I'll trust the Seahawks over the 49ers any day of the week: Wilson can beat a great defense, Kaep can't.

TakingBackSunday · « **Reply #674 on:** December 08, 2013, 05:54:47 PM »

the 1pm games all gave me a heart attack other than the Redskins game.

- Steelers nearly win on a miracle "band is on the field" like play
- Vikings and Ravens trade crazy touchdowns like three times in the last 3 minutes
- Patriots come back despite a

Gronk
- Packers win due to a last second interception despite a lolworthy performance from Flynn
- Lions and Eagles have arguably the best snow game in the last decade

but seriously, fuck the:

- Dolphins
- Patriots
- Vikings
- Colts
- Steelers
- NFL
- life that I'm living

:'(

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #675 on:** December 08, 2013, 05:58:43 PM »

Quote from: ToxicAdam on December 08, 2013, 03:38:49 PM

It's legal but shitty. Ward is an undersized guy, so the ony chance he has of getting Gronk off his feet is by taking them out. He just happened to do it right when. Gronkowski put all his weight on that one leg.

It's the exact kind of play people were saying would happen when they took away head shots.

Is it wrong that I read "Ward" and a possible cheap hit and automatically thought Hines Ward before remembering he's retired?

...and on the wrong side of the ball?

Brehvolution · « **Reply #676 on:** December 09, 2013, 10:27:50 AM »

The shitty snow weather really fucked up my fantasy team. Reggie Bush hurt himself in pre-game?

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #677 on:** December 09, 2013, 10:38:18 AM »

Reggie and AP didn't help my team much.. But Gordon, McCoy, Antonio Brown and Kansas City D sure did! Bye week for me anyway, but got the most points in the league again. My team is stacked.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #678 on:** December 09, 2013, 10:48:10 AM »

I was driving back from Portland yesterday during the Sea-SF game, so I only got to listen to it. Sounds like a tough grind 'em out game where we made some mistakes at the end. Would've loved to win, but I had a feeling it might end this way.

Gotta get ready for the Giants now.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #679 on:** December 09, 2013, 10:52:09 AM »

In PDX and didn't even party with me, the nerve.

Got Toby Gerhart on waiver in case AP is done :'(

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #680 on:** December 09, 2013, 11:33:14 AM »

Quote from: Spencer on December 09, 2013, 10:52:09 AM

In PDX and didn't even party with me, the nerve.

Little mini date weekend with the wife.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #681 on:** December 09, 2013, 01:11:54 PM »

Are you guys playing in Yahoo? How is it decided who gets 3rd and who gets 4th after the semi finals?

etiolate · « **Reply #682 on:** December 09, 2013, 01:54:00 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 08, 2013, 05:42:27 PM

This is why I'll trust the Seahawks over the 49ers any day of the week: Wilson can beat a great defense, Kaep can't.

welp

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"We didn't project it to be this way," Sherman said, according to the 49ers' official website. "We expected to blow them out, but they got the benefit of a few calls tonight throughout the game and that helps you, especially on third down. We will see them again, and it will be a different result."

Translation: It's a lot harder for us when they actually call defensive holding.

Flannel Boy · « **Reply #683 on:** December 09, 2013, 02:19:03 PM »

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Gronkowski out with torn ACL, MCL

fuckfuckfuck

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #684 on:** December 09, 2013, 02:28:42 PM »

Quote from: etiolate on December 09, 2013, 01:54:00 PM

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 08, 2013, 05:42:27 PM
This is why I'll trust the Seahawks over the 49ers any day of the week: Wilson can beat a great defense, Kaep can't.

welp

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"We didn't project it to be this way," Sherman said, according to the 49ers' official website. "We expected to blow them out, but they got the benefit of a few calls tonight throughout the game and that helps you, especially on third down. We will see them again, and it will be a different result."

Translation: It's a lot harder for us when they actually call defensive holding.

I stand by that post actually. Seattle gave up a big play they normally don't give up, and they lost because of it.

At the end of the day, the NFC has to go through Seattle at home. I'm not a fan of theirs obviously, but I really can't see them NOT making the Superbowl at this point.

etiolate · « **Reply #685 on:** December 09, 2013, 03:17:44 PM »

The Niners were in control of that game most of the way. It was close because Seattle's D did a great job in the red zone. Gore's big run was huge, but the Niners had driven into field goal range many times that game. They also had plenty of time left to drive the whole field when they got the ball on that final drive. Gore broke off the run, but they just drained about 6 minutes of clock despite the huge run doing most of the yardage work. It was ultra conservative.

Which is why I don't think they'll ever win in Seattle until Greg Roman is gone.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #686 on:** December 09, 2013, 03:22:59 PM »

I really wonder if Gore would've run into the endzone or taken a knee on the 1-yard line if he wasn't tackled. Would've been way too much time to give the ball back to Seattle.

Brehvolution · « **Reply #687 on:** December 09, 2013, 04:19:49 PM »

He wasn't tackled. He went to his knees in bounds to keep the clock running. Smart play.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #688 on:** December 09, 2013, 11:17:41 PM »

Quote from: Joe Molotov on November 28, 2013, 08:08:52 PM

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You guys need to pick up this issue of SI.

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #689 on:** December 09, 2013, 11:28:37 PM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 09, 2013, 11:17:41 PM

Quote from: Joe Molotov on November 28, 2013, 08:08:52 PM
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You guys need to pick up this issue of SI.

Just know that I'm personally holding you responsible for your shitty Lions not being able to beat the Eagles. Even the Cowboys can do that, for God sake.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #690 on:** December 09, 2013, 11:45:15 PM »

I was rooting for you guys tonight! Beating the Bears would have further secured the Lions position on top of their division.

but then again I kind of want the Lions to lose the rest of their games to ensure this coaching staff gets fired. We don't deserve to go to the playoffs.

ToxicAdam · « **Reply #691 on:** December 09, 2013, 11:46:33 PM »

Are the Bears the most Jeckyl and Hyde team in the NFL? I can never figure them out.

etiolate · « **Reply #692 on:** December 10, 2013, 01:11:44 AM »

It feels like the Bears have been that way for years on both sides of the ball.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #693 on:** December 11, 2013, 09:34:41 PM »

Oh dios mio... PD, did you see this?

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/ravens-safety-matt-elam-lions-receiver-calvin-johnson-222347697--nfl.html

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #694 on:** December 11, 2013, 09:42:42 PM »

hmmm what happened the last time someone talked shit to Calvin Johnson?

But he does bring up something. Megatron is 28, which isn't "old" but he certainly is at the peak of his career. It's a god damn shame he's wasted it on such a sorry team/organization. Some people here are still mad at Barry Sanders for retiring so early but honestly, I understand why he did it. I kind of want us to miss the playoffs just so we can fire Schwartz.

How do you start off 6-3, then end up 7-6 after losing to a couple bad teams? Rodgers, dead. Cutler, dead. Yet we can't wrap up the division. Sure we're leading the division, but Chicago has awoken and Rodgers might be back in a couple weeks.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #695 on:** December 11, 2013, 11:38:51 PM »

Megatron still has at least 2-3 more years of insane production left in him, and I expect him to be a really good receiver for years after that. It does suck that he's stuck on the Lions, but then again Marino was stuck on the Dolphins for forever, and like you said- Sanders was stuck on shittier Lions teams.

I don't understand why dude would want to try to fuck with Megatron, tho. smh

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #696 on:** December 12, 2013, 12:15:39 AM »

Oh definitely, he still has more than a few great seasons left. People forget just how dominant Jerry Rice was over a consistent period of time. Megatron is bigger and stronger and benefits from easier rules, so I think he'll continue to do well.

We have so many good pieces, they just haven't been taken advantage of, and the playcalling continues to be puzzling. I'm not one of those "throw it to Calvin all day" guys...but last Sunday, in the snow, with defenders unable to see/tackle well...throw it to Calvin all day. Yet we only threw to him 5 times. I just don't get it.

Great Rumbler · « **Reply #697 on:** December 12, 2013, 10:27:37 PM »

Russell Wilson just got drafted by the Texas Rangers.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #698 on:** December 13, 2013, 12:31:01 AM »

Quote from: Great Rumbler on December 12, 2013, 10:27:37 PM

Russell Wilson just got drafted by the Texas Rangers.

Rule 5 draft pick, they took him from the Rockies. Apparently they want him to come to spring training and give the rookies a motivational talk.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #699 on:** December 13, 2013, 01:23:20 AM »

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10121701/nfl-rg-iii-victim-own-swagger

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #700 on:** December 13, 2013, 01:51:50 AM »

I get what you're saying about CJ but sometimes a player's legacy might benefit from playing for a bad team. Asomugha was basically on his way to the HOF until he left Oakland.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #701 on:** December 13, 2013, 11:13:04 AM »

My semi finals opponent had Knowshon Moreno and Julius Thomas, this is okay with me.

Brehvolution · « **Reply #702 on:** December 13, 2013, 11:37:09 AM »

Quote from: Phoenix Dark on December 13, 2013, 01:23:20 AM

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/10121701/nfl-rg-iii-victim-own-swagger
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The media spent 3 years telling him he was the 2nd coming and now they complain he's got a big head?

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #703 on:** December 13, 2013, 12:26:31 PM »

So as a born in Cleveland fan (sigh.....) I have to say I think Josh Gordon is a Top 3 wideout in the NFL right now (just behind Megatron). Could you imagine if he had a real quarterback and a full season? Jesus.

Also, Fuck RGIII and fuck his coach. Both of them are fucked.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #704 on:** December 13, 2013, 12:27:49 PM »

Gordon has been amazing this season

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #705 on:** December 13, 2013, 12:29:33 PM »

Quote from: Spencer on December 13, 2013, 12:27:49 PM

Gordon has been amazing this season

If the guy played with Manning or Brady he'd be a 100+ 1800+ 15+ guy no doubt about it. Hopefully he keeps himself clean, I really appreciate having a superstar on our team for once.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #706 on:** December 13, 2013, 03:01:34 PM »

Quote

@RavensInsider

Calvin johnson laughed about matt elam's old comment said 'I am getting kind of old, I can show him that old-man strength'

dude is too nice, I love it

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@mikerothstein

Flacco on Elam's comments: "Dude, what are you thinking? It's Calvin Johnson, man."

Am_I_Anonymous · « **Reply #707 on:** December 13, 2013, 03:02:23 PM »

Dat based Megatron gonna fuck around and make that kid a martyr.

Edit: As a former D-back in a bigger school I would be "pulling my groin" the week I had him on the schedule...yikes.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #708 on:** December 13, 2013, 03:11:16 PM »

Watching the Vikings injuries is giving me an ulcer. Still holding out hope AP will be ready to rock, but I ditched Gerhart as my back up as I was pleased to find Bobby Rainey available, even if it's not the best match up.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #709 on:** December 15, 2013, 12:12:17 PM »

Welp, AP is OUT.

Who do you like better at flex, Bobby Rainey or Larry Fitz? God I want to win today

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #710 on:** December 15, 2013, 12:37:42 PM »

Early morning 10 am game. Coffee, Official Seahawks Donuts from Top Pot and beer for the 2nd half.

Go Hawks.

T234 · « **Reply #711 on:** December 15, 2013, 01:25:00 PM »

Quote from: Mr. Gundam on December 15, 2013, 12:37:42 PM

Early morning 10 am game. Coffee, Official Seahawks Donuts from Top Pot and beer for the 2nd half.

Go Hawks.

Is this a Euphemism?

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #712 on:** December 15, 2013, 02:04:51 PM »

holy shit @ Lynch

TakingBackSunday · « **Reply #713 on:** December 15, 2013, 03:07:56 PM »

17 points in my ESPN league for Lynch

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #714 on:** December 15, 2013, 03:22:28 PM »

Minnesota is playing very well without AP. Makes the Lions loss to Philly look even worse...

speaking of which, Chicago's in a tight game with Cleveland. If the Bears win and we lose tomorrow night, we'll lose control of the NFC North. A truly amazing turn of events given that Cutler and Rodgers were basically dead for the last 4-5 weeks.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #715 on:** December 15, 2013, 03:58:29 PM »

Hey giants... BOOM

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #716 on:** December 15, 2013, 04:00:29 PM »

lol @ Eli Manning

It's like like anyone thought they had a chance against Seahawks, but damn, the Giants are just getting stripped nekkid in this game.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #717 on:** December 15, 2013, 06:16:54 PM »

Quote from: T234 on December 15, 2013, 01:25:00 PM

Quote from: Mr. Gundam on December 15, 2013, 12:37:42 PM
Early morning 10 am game. Coffee, Official Seahawks Donuts from Top Pot and beer for the 2nd half.

Go Hawks.

Is this a Euphemism?

Not everything is abou marijuana.

http://www.toppotdoughnuts.com

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #718 on:** December 15, 2013, 06:45:17 PM »

Alex Smith has 5 TDs against the Raiders. Jamaal Charles has 4.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #719 on:** December 15, 2013, 07:37:41 PM »

Romo INT incoming. Calling it now.

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