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TheProgtologist 
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 Posted: September 08 2013 at 20:13 |
 manofmystery wrote:
Not to sound biased but f**k BALTIMORE! 
I don't think Ben's a superstar outside of the Pittsburgh area, btw. Think his rep is still pretty bad. His sucking in 2 out of the 3 Super Bowl's he's been to holds him back, as well. Don't get me wrong, he's led us to great things and we'd have gone nowhere without him but man can he ever be frustrating. |
Denver might have shredded our D but at least we put almost 30 points on the board compare to that big 9 that the Steelers scored today.Losing Pouncey for the season because one of your guards fell on his leg makes me feel a bit better about one of our rookies running into Jacoby Jones and spraining his MCL.
And so it begins..........
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The Dark Elf
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Posted: September 08 2013 at 20:40 |
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Although they won by 10 points, only the Detroit Lions could turn a 56-24 obliteration into a 34-24 4th quarter nail-biter:
a blown field-goal snap
multiple touchdowns overturned due to not completing the "process" or not crossing the plane
pick-sixes either dropped or brought back by a stupid personal foul
A fumble recovery nullifed by an off-side
4th and 1 penalties
unnecessary personal foul out of bounds after a play
Allowing a 78 yard Adrian Peterson TD run on the 1st play from scrimmage
...You can only truly comprehend such things if you are a long-suffering Lion fan.
Fortunately, it seems we found a keeper in Reggie Bush, the young O-line held up incredibly well, the D-line gave Christian Ponder fits (3 int and 3 sacks), and also held Adrian Peterson to 15 measly yards on 17 carries after his initial 78 yard run. But I think the Vikings got lucky last year. They suck this year. At least in this game.
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MillsLayne
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Posted: September 08 2013 at 22:24 |
The Lions will be okay as long as they're disciplined, which is asking a lot from that group. And you're right. Only if you've followed them for years can you know what kind of heartbreak, paranoia and excitement they can cause. Hence, the Cardiac Cats nickname.
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Man With Hat
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Posted: September 08 2013 at 23:11 |
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Christ Gmen...what a way to play coming ot of the gate. This running back situation is going to be more serious then I thought.
I guess there should be some good feeling about turning the ball over six times and only losting by 5 points...but still...pitiful.
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JJLehto
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 01:28 |
Eli 450 yards and 4 tds!
Eli....3 ints
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I hear Wilson fumbled twice? Oh man, after his one fumble that cost him 1/2 of 2012 I'm surprised he's still on the team LOL coughlin is probably stapling sticky pads to his hands as we speak.
Well glad I missed the game, Dad said it was set up for a classic Eli comeback until a bad pass/tipped ball was picked off. And looks like the D let way too many points up.,
Well, I'll keep saying its just one game but it already feels like exactly what I predicted for the G men
oi :(
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Padraic
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 08:38 |
JJLehto wrote:
Eli 450 yards and 4 tds!
Eli....3 ints
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I hear Wilson fumbled twice? Oh man, after his one fumble that cost him 1/2 of 2012 I'm surprised he's still on the team LOL coughlin is probably stapling sticky pads to his hands as we speak.
Well glad I missed the game, Dad said it was set up for a classic Eli comeback until a bad pass/tipped ball was picked off. And looks like the D let way too many points up.,
Well, I'll keep saying its just one game but it already feels like exactly what I predicted for the G men
oi :( |
Yeah sorry but I don't know if I've seen the Giants play a worse game - Coughlin told them in the locker room the first half was the worst half of football he's ever seen. Only the laughable incompetence of Dallas kept you in that one.
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JJLehto
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 09:49 |
Padraic wrote:
JJLehto wrote:
Eli 450 yards and 4 tds!
Eli....3 ints
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I hear Wilson fumbled twice? Oh man, after his one fumble that cost him 1/2 of 2012 I'm surprised he's still on the team LOL coughlin is probably stapling sticky pads to his hands as we speak.
Well glad I missed the game, Dad said it was set up for a classic Eli comeback until a bad pass/tipped ball was picked off. And looks like the D let way too many points up.,
Well, I'll keep saying its just one game but it already feels like exactly what I predicted for the G men
oi :( |
Yeah sorry but I don't know if I've seen the Giants play a worse game - Coughlin told them in the locker room the first half was the worst half of football he's ever seen. Only the laughable incompetence of Dallas kept you in that one. |
Yup, business as usual. 
Like I said, I didnt see any of the game (or any part of any games sadly) but moment I saw the stats it was pretty obvious what went down...inconistent Eli and sh*tty Dallas trying to lose it.
I really wanna throw it up to week 1 off sync-ness, it does happen, but I also know the Giants...this could've been an off week or what our season will be.
Curious what will happen to Wilson. He's clearly our best back but this is now the second, and third, fumble after last years "dog house" and Col Coughlin never lets things go...is he even gunna see the field again?  Ah well, at least their was some positive...if Eli can keep the numbers up but cut out the stupidity (which he HAS been able to do) it'll be ok. But oi what a clunker!
Edited by JJLehto - September 09 2013 at 09:52
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AEProgman
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 12:47 |
TheProgtologist wrote:
Denver might have shredded our D but at least we put almost 30 points on the board compare to that big 9 that the Steelers scored today.Losing Pouncey for the season because one of your guards fell on his leg makes me feel a bit better about one of our rookies running into Jacoby Jones and spraining his MCL.
And so it begins.......... |
My Steelers game was a train wreck, it was hideous, I had to look away... I could not believe DeCastro's lame blocking attempt that wiped out Pouncey. After that, the team looked like deer in the headlights, which revealed how thin we are at the line and running game. I think we lost Foote for the season as well...
Yes, it begins! The AFC-North: All are tied for first and last at 0-1 .
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JJLehto
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 13:35 |
It's how the league is now, and even Pittsburgh has fallen prey...QB centric. Its actually surprising how weak many teams really are...but are usually kept under wraps by great QB play. And my G men are prime examples. As well as Pitt, N'orleans, Green Bay (though they may be improved this year), Pats, Colts, the Falcons imo. So if the QB ever falters or there are injuries...game over!
Also looks like Steven Jackson could have a good year for Atlanta. Im so glad. The Rams are my #2 team so I follow them closely, he was a GREAT back. Fast, elusive, strong...in terms of talent one of the best in the NFL. But year after year of running into brick walls hurt his stats, and body. Those O lines were horrendous. Now he has the rep of a "straight forward, 3 yard a time guy" but that's really unfair, he's taken a beating and there's been almost no passing game to relieve pressure. Like the Pats, Saints you have to respect the pass threat so much it opens up the run...yeah that doesn't happen with Sam Bradford and their best WR which was Danny Amendola Hope Jackson manages some good years in those remaining legs.
Edited by JJLehto - September 09 2013 at 13:41
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Padraic
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 14:49 |
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Niners looked scary.
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Man With Hat
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 15:12 |
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The giants are holding workouts for both Willis Mcgahee and B Jacobs this week.
This is probably good. Although, to go back to Jacobs...idk.
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Dig me...But don't...Bury me
I'm running still, I shall until, one day, I hope that I'll arrive
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JJLehto
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 18:46 |
Padraic wrote:
Niners looked scary. |
Yeah, I'm hesitant to pick them for the SB again but I honestly think they're that good. Already the best overall team IMO, they just have more weapons and Kaep is just starting to develop.... Scary thoughts indeed. Yikes this Eagles offense is painful. Not it's effectiveness, I'm sure it'll be effective (sadly) but god damn it requires like no skill. That's the reason colleges do this stuff, they needed to so they can compete. The NFL can actually get good quality players. And whadya know? The best play the Eagles ran so far was the traditional one  But this is "progress" I guess...NFL teams willingly reducing their quality to that of small colleges Edit: Holy crap Vick is gunna die this season at this rate.
Edited by JJLehto - September 09 2013 at 19:26
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Mellotron Storm
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 20:03 |
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The Eagles are making Washington look bad so far. I'm sure the second half will be different. We'll see.
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"The wind is slowly tearing her apart"
"Sad Rain" ANEKDOTEN
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JJLehto
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 00:25 |
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The more things change the more they stay the same...Rivers starts the game hot as hell and I really thought this one was long over, but the Chargers yet again are showcasing how to collapse.
Funny thing is I was gunna comment and say this is same ol Texans...lotsa hype but just cant deliver but they really took on a different feel as the game has gone on!
Hoping for a sweet finish, no real preference who wins
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Man With Hat
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 00:50 |
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The Chargers shouldn't be allowed to play on Monday nights anymore.
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Dig me...But don't...Bury me
I'm running still, I shall until, one day, I hope that I'll arrive
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MillsLayne
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 01:17 |
It's like Norv was there in spirit tonight.
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Padraic
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 08:30 |
JJLehto wrote:
Edit: Holy crap Vick is gunna die this season at this rate.
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Yeah, I put the over/under on Foles starting at week 5.
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JJLehto
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 11:21 |
Padraic wrote:
JJLehto wrote:
Edit: Holy crap Vick is gunna die this season at this rate.
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Yeah, I put the over/under on Foles starting at week 5. |
Which if it did happen, one would have to wonder if the Chip Kelly O would continue as it is...I know it's about speed and running, but the option QB is key and that doesn't seem Foles' forte
Crazy, pretty sloppy, opening week. Should be another nutty season!
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rushfan4
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 12:16 |
JJLehto wrote:
Padraic wrote:
JJLehto wrote:
Edit: Holy crap Vick is gunna die this season at this rate.
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Yeah, I put the over/under on Foles starting at week 5. |
Which if it did happen, one would have to wonder if the Chip Kelly O would continue as it is...I know it's about speed and running, but the option QB is key and that doesn't seem Foles' forte
Crazy, pretty sloppy, opening week. Should be another nutty season!
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Te-bow Te-bow Te-bow.
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JJLehto
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 21:01 |
LOL I hope that coffin is finally nailed shut. The Pats are famous for taking anyone, and making them good (at least servicable) in their system. If they couldnt even find a way to use Tebow I think his fate may be sealed. He WOULD be better in a chip kelly like system but thing is he still can't pass. Literally, he still throws side arm with that horrid motion or chucks it like a bowling ball Not quite the fast, accurate passing Philly needs! Also indecisive, I'll never forget that deer in the headlights face while he scrambled round like a madman, or got hammered unaware of the defender closing on him. Speaking of the Pats Im hard on Brady but he can win some respect from me this year. With his 3 major weapons gone (we'll see how well Gronk comes back) he's left with the poor mans wes welker, also hurt now, and julian edleman! Reminds me of the pre 07 days when the Pats never had much at all and Brady really had to work
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