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Title: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 06, 2017, 01:17:38 PM
And let the draft countdowns kick in....!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 06, 2017, 01:18:15 PM
Radio bloviators are still perpetuating the myth that Tom O'Brien told Russell Wilson to take a hike in favor of Mike Glennon.
First, that's not what happened.
Second, here are a bunch of college seasons. Without going for Wikipedia or something similar, can you tell which seasons were Glennon and which were Wilson?

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/17155531_10109223829324015_5966224706666411275_n.jpg?oh=c3608a426823904abe05ed901408a9dc&oe=5939590A)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on March 09, 2017, 03:51:33 PM
http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/texans-reportedly-trade-brock-osweiler-and-a-2nd-round-pick-to-browns-030917

:DD :DD :DD :DD :DD :DD :DD :DD :DD
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on March 09, 2017, 03:58:20 PM
That's.....mind blowing. Makes me think the Texans are going to go after Romo hard,  but tell me....how the hell does the Texan's GM keep his job after such a colossal screw up??? And Elway has to be LOL'ing....
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on March 09, 2017, 04:02:25 PM
Holy crap. The Browns really wanted that second round pick
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on March 09, 2017, 04:05:35 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on March 09, 2017, 03:58:20 PM
how the hell does the Texan's GM keep his job after such a colossal screw up???

He keeps his job by finding another team willing to take Osweiler.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on March 10, 2017, 01:05:17 PM
Surprise. Surprise.  Cleveland is going to release RG3 today. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on March 18, 2017, 05:09:54 PM
http://dailysnark.com/breaking-isis-signs-free-agent-qb-colin-kaepernick-1-year-deal/
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on April 30, 2017, 12:06:14 PM
The Bills draft was so good, they fired their GM the day after. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on May 17, 2017, 05:51:58 PM
if this is true, I'm not sure who should be more put-down by it...

(https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/18581579_1495326333847383_270410182950995382_n.jpg?oh=76868621b3bc4dd6fd873d228a62f116&oe=59C18E04)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on May 17, 2017, 05:53:28 PM
At least one of them has been productive
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on May 17, 2017, 08:26:00 PM
Did you see Brady's wife said that he had a concussion last season.  Thing is, it was never listed on the injury report. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on May 17, 2017, 08:28:08 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on May 17, 2017, 08:26:00 PM
Did you see Brady's wife said that he had a concussion last season.  Thing is, it was never listed on the injury report. 

Go figure.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on May 26, 2017, 05:52:06 AM
https://theringer.com/seattle-seahawks-drama-circus-richard-sherman-pete-carroll-8f402fd02799
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: jamus34 on May 29, 2017, 05:04:50 PM
I see my Bears are firmly punting the 2017 season. Nice to know i'll have Sundays free this fall.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 03, 2017, 05:26:20 PM
These are some incredible numbers

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/03/sports/football/tom-brady-40-new-england-patriots.html
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 03, 2017, 06:51:05 PM
My favorite Tom Brady stat I heard today

Tom Brady's career percentage of seasons making it to the Super Bowl:  44%
Russell Westbrook's career field goal percentage on the basketball court: 43%

It's more likely that Tom Brady is in the Super Bowl at the end of the season than Russell Westbrook hits a jumper on any given night in an NBA game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 03, 2017, 07:04:52 PM
^crazy stat
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on August 03, 2017, 07:38:50 PM
Quote from: mirth on August 03, 2017, 05:26:20 PM
These are some incredible numbers

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/03/sports/football/tom-brady-40-new-england-patriots.html

It really couldn't be any clearer than Brady when you're talking GOAT. You can hate the Patriots, you can debate the top five or even ten QB's to ever play and have plenty of material, but only Manning has come close to Brady's single-minded focus on the game. Personally I would choose Montana first in a fantasy draft but damn....how do you argue Brady's success given how long he's been at the top? The dude has five Super Bowl rings. And will it really surprise anyone if Tom adds a sixth Super Bowl ring this year?

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DB7Y8YDUAAAT8sX.jpg)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 03, 2017, 07:44:57 PM
I'm a huge Montana fan, but it's hard to argue with Brady as GOAT. The only thing I would say for Montana is that he won every time he went to the Super Bowl, but there's really no debate anymore after last year against the Falcons.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on August 03, 2017, 07:58:19 PM
Quote from: mirth on August 03, 2017, 07:44:57 PM
I'm a huge Montana fan, but it's hard to argue with Brady as GOAT. The only thing I would say for Montana is that he won every time he went to the Super Bowl, but there's really no debate anymore after last year against the Falcons.

I agree completely. If I had to win one game, I would choose Montana first in a fantasy draft, but Brady is the clear GOAT. Captain America has secured his position at the top of the QB chart.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 03, 2017, 08:41:20 PM
Otto Graham

Played 10 years in the NFL

Played in the title game 10 times.

(But yeah, Super Bowl era?  Tom.  All day, every day.)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on August 03, 2017, 08:56:00 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on August 03, 2017, 08:41:20 PM
Otto Graham

Played 10 years in the NFL

Played in the title game 10 times.

(But yeah, Super Bowl era?  Tom.  All day, every day.)

Yeah, uh....back when there were eight teams maybe. Honestly, I think it's really difficult to compare teams or players from such different eras....it's hardly even the same game. But no, it won't stop us, ha!  O0
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on August 03, 2017, 09:29:50 PM
It is impossible to fairly compare QB's from different eras. For example Brady has completed almost exactly twice as many passes (5244) as Graham attempted (2626). In their time both were the best there was. Brady is certainly the best in the past 40 years.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 03, 2017, 09:38:27 PM
Yeah, if you want a fair comparison for today, you have to look at post-1978, when they went to a 16-game schedule and changed the pass interference rules
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 03, 2017, 09:39:00 PM
The flip side is, if playing back in Otto Graham's day was so easy, how come no one else went to 10 straight title games?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on August 03, 2017, 11:09:38 PM
My mistake
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on August 04, 2017, 02:23:24 PM
Another useless stat between Brady and Graham, they have about the same TD% rate, 6.6% for Graham and 5.5% for Brady but Brady has an incredibly low 1.8% INT rate

Graham also has 1 INT for a TD and 1 fumble recovery for a TD along with a few hundred punt/kick-off return yards..
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 04, 2017, 02:33:29 PM
Did Graham really play both quarterback and defensive back for his first 3 seasons?! Damn that's impressive if he did.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 04, 2017, 02:43:16 PM
One of my all-time favorite useless stats is that Brett Favre's first career completion was to....  himself, on a batted ball.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 04, 2017, 02:47:52 PM
Somehow that seems right for Favre.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on August 04, 2017, 02:59:47 PM
Quote from: mirth on August 04, 2017, 02:33:29 PM
Did Graham really play both quarterback and defensive back for his first 3 seasons?! Damn that's impressive if he did.

A lot of players played both sides of the ball back then. I don't know if he played every down or if he subbed when someone was winded but he apparently did everything at some point except kick and punt!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 04, 2017, 03:27:42 PM
Yeah, I know guys played both sides back then, but I didn't realize Graham did it as a QB.  For a guy with his career at QB, it's impressive.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 04, 2017, 03:32:13 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sammy_Baugh

QuotePrimarily known for his passing prowess, Baugh led the league in completion percentage seven times, passing yards four times, and an NFL record six times in passer rating, among other statistics. However, he was also known for his versatility—having the ability to play at a high level as a punter as well as a defensive back. Throughout his career, he led the league in yards per punt five times, as well as yardage in 1943, a year in which he also led the league in defensive interceptions, with 11. His yards per punt of 51.4 during the 1940 season still stands as an NFL record as of 2016.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 04, 2017, 03:34:10 PM
Gawd.  Can you imagine a modern QB returning punts?!  :uglystupid2:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 04, 2017, 03:35:23 PM
Quote from: mirth on August 04, 2017, 03:34:10 PM
Gawd.  Can you imagine a modern QB returning punts?!  :uglystupid2:

he wasn't just returning them; he was the punter
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 04, 2017, 03:47:01 PM
Heh. Brady could probably pull that off :P
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on August 04, 2017, 03:56:38 PM
Quote from: mirth on August 04, 2017, 03:27:42 PM
Yeah, I know guys played both sides back then, but I didn't realize Graham did it as a QB.  For a guy with his career at QB, it's impressive.

so did Sammy Baugh!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on August 04, 2017, 03:57:43 PM
Geroge Blanda had the scoring record for a while because he kicked field goals until he was like 50 :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 04, 2017, 03:59:04 PM
Field goal kickers can rack up some crazy point totals.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on August 04, 2017, 05:13:24 PM
Sounds like Jim Jensen. He was pretty versatile back in the day. He even had the balls to propose to one of the Dolphins cheerleaders on national TV, have it accepted, and proceed to have the best receiving game of his career.  O0

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 07, 2017, 03:48:56 PM
Vince Wilfork has retired

https://www.yahoo.com/sports/super-bowl-champ-vince-wilfork-announces-retirement-hall-worthy-184330403.html
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 08:51:15 AM
https://www.outsports.com/2017/8/22/16175286/katie-sowers-san-francisco-49ers-coach-gay-coming-out
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on August 23, 2017, 09:31:08 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 08:51:15 AM
https://www.outsports.com/2017/8/22/16175286/katie-sowers-san-francisco-49ers-coach-gay-coming-out

God, who gives a shit? I don't care what does it for them in the bedroom - how the hell is this news?!?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 10:14:21 AM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on August 23, 2017, 09:31:08 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 08:51:15 AM
https://www.outsports.com/2017/8/22/16175286/katie-sowers-san-francisco-49ers-coach-gay-coming-out

God, who gives a shit? I don't care what does it for them in the bedroom - how the hell is this news?!?

it's not - I just wanted to watch all y'all freak out   :-"

:nerd:

:hug:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 23, 2017, 10:16:37 AM
She's kinda hawt.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 10:20:26 AM
Quote from: mirth on August 23, 2017, 10:16:37 AM
She's kinda hawt.

Just for you (https://melmagazine.com/the-enduring-appeal-of-girl-on-girl-porn-6923f8f4422c?source=grid_home---9------3-16---------------)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on August 23, 2017, 05:58:51 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 10:14:21 AM
it's not - I just wanted to watch all y'all freak out   :-"

:nerd:

:hug:

I wasn't bitching AT you. I was just bitching in general.

As much as the media loves to parade around tolerance and diversity and equality, they LOVE to point out when someone is the "first" of any racial or sexuality category (bonus points for both, dammit!). The irony pisses me off to no end.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on August 23, 2017, 07:11:45 PM
Is there going to be a fantasy fb league this year.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 07:14:56 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on August 23, 2017, 05:58:51 PMthey LOVE to point out when someone is the "first" of any racial or sexuality category (bonus points for both, dammit!). The irony pisses me off to no end.

Yeah, screw that Jackie Robinson guy...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on August 23, 2017, 07:23:36 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on August 23, 2017, 07:11:45 PM
Is there going to be a fantasy fb league this year.

A fantasy Facebook League?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 07:32:39 PM
Quote from: mirth on August 23, 2017, 07:23:36 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on August 23, 2017, 07:11:45 PM
Is there going to be a fantasy fb league this year.

A fantasy Facebook League?

I know who you want to draft first...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on August 23, 2017, 08:49:54 PM
Bryant - will NCSU suck as much this year?  They have a transfer kicker!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on August 23, 2017, 08:54:54 PM
NC State is the dark horse pick in the ACC to make some noise and do some damage.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 23, 2017, 09:43:01 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on August 23, 2017, 08:54:54 PM
NC State is the dark horse pick in the ACC to make some noise and do some damage.

The rule on NC State is to set the line at 8-1/2 wins
Whatever way the national media goes, you go the other way


Last year, they should've beat Clemson (f'n kicker), and FSU (d'back dropped an INT in his hands in the end zone w/ under 40 seconds left and FSU had no timeouts)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on August 29, 2017, 08:58:02 AM
saw this online today

(https://scontent-dft4-3.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/21150048_1640984975935450_2271100094763596529_n.jpg?oh=2654a66b87a0c9c57f55289a38e677cb&oe=5A21AAC6)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on August 29, 2017, 08:59:26 AM
Are you guys doing a FF league this year? Would like to join so you guys can have someone in last place all year.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on August 29, 2017, 05:47:32 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on August 29, 2017, 08:58:02 AM
saw this online today

(https://scontent-dft4-3.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/21150048_1640984975935450_2271100094763596529_n.jpg?oh=2654a66b87a0c9c57f55289a38e677cb&oe=5A21AAC6)

Kudos to Dabo (an Alabama alum I might add).  All he has to do now is win four more National Championships to tie Nick.  Gives him some incentive not to rest on his laurels.


Quote from: BanzaiCat on August 29, 2017, 08:59:26 AM
Are you guys doing a FF league this year? Would like to join so you guys can have someone in last place all year.

I already have commitments for two other leagues.  Bison usually runs baseball and football, but, he has his hands full with personal stuff.  You wanna run the league?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 01, 2017, 12:04:19 PM
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/09/01/sports/ncaafootball/florida-state-football.html
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 01, 2017, 03:45:46 PM
best fake punt ever?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MChTB63QnE
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 01, 2017, 05:26:29 PM
Girl in south Florida throws TD pass on her first attempt as a varsity QB

https://twitter.com/hhspartansports/status/903430502354472961
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 01, 2017, 05:30:36 PM
Girls can't play football
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on September 01, 2017, 05:36:08 PM
Well, the old-school defensive players used to gripe about how you should put QB's in skirts.....there ya go!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on September 01, 2017, 06:22:47 PM
Didn't Helen Hunt play a high school football player in a movie, once?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on September 01, 2017, 06:23:45 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on September 01, 2017, 06:22:47 PM
Didn't Helen Hunt play a high school football player in a movie, once?

Wow. You're old.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 01, 2017, 06:25:35 PM
Quote from: bbmike on September 01, 2017, 06:23:45 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on September 01, 2017, 06:22:47 PM
Didn't Helen Hunt play a high school football player in a movie, once?

Wow. You're old.

And creepy.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 01, 2017, 09:36:14 PM
Kathy Ireland played a college football player in a movie.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 01, 2017, 10:27:49 PM
https://twitter.com/WSJ/status/903618219633766400
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 01, 2017, 10:28:14 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on September 01, 2017, 06:22:47 PM
Didn't Helen Hunt play a high school football player in a movie, once?

Quarterback Princess
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0086161/
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 01, 2017, 10:29:24 PM
Re: 'Bama... never should've been in the 2011 game. Should have been OK ST
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on September 01, 2017, 10:53:56 PM
And yet they were.  And won.  Let it go.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on September 02, 2017, 02:46:22 AM
Ugh, please no more Bama stuff.   Bad enough I live in the state and went to the "wrong" university.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on September 02, 2017, 10:17:54 AM
Sounds like a bitter War Chicken fan to me :P ;)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on September 02, 2017, 01:04:50 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on September 02, 2017, 10:17:54 AM
Sounds like a bitter War Chicken fan to me :P ;)

You know it.   O0
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 02, 2017, 04:59:14 PM
Pats traded Brissett

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000838759/article/colts-trade-phillip-dorsett-to-pats-for-jacoby-brissett





Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Arctic Blast on September 02, 2017, 09:04:44 PM
Because Jacoby Brissett keeps the Colts relevant? What in the world...and here I thought that franchise might start making good decisions now that Ryan Grigson has been fired.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 02, 2017, 09:46:58 PM
Quote from: mirth on September 02, 2017, 04:59:14 PM
Pats traded Brissett

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000838759/article/colts-trade-phillip-dorsett-to-pats-for-jacoby-brissett

I saw that.  Maybe we'll end up with 4 NC State grads starting on week 1 :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 02, 2017, 09:47:29 PM
NC State had their typical lets-get-everyone-hyped-up-then-lay-and-egg game...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on September 03, 2017, 12:09:28 AM
Former Auburn O-lineman, Cole Cubelick, is a contributor on a couple of the radio stations I listen to.  He was really high on NC State this year.  Says the may have the best D-line in the country.  How the Gamechickens took you out is beyond me.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on September 03, 2017, 12:28:28 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 02, 2017, 09:47:29 PM
NC State had their typical lets-get-everyone-hyped-up-then-lay-and-egg game...

Surely your expectations were not that high.  Carolina got beat at home in a game they were predicted to win, and I shrugged it off.  No defense again.

Auburn looked pretty good in their home opener.  But on the road at Clemson next week will reveal a lot more.  I listened to about half of the game while on the road.  XM is pretty awesome for College Football.

Saw lots of Bammers in Atlanta this afternoon getting onto mass transit to go to the game.  Unfortunately, Bama looks as good as they always do.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 03, 2017, 06:36:02 AM
Quote from: airboy on September 03, 2017, 12:28:28 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 02, 2017, 09:47:29 PM
NC State had their typical lets-get-everyone-hyped-up-then-lay-and-egg game...

Surely your expectations were not that high. 

My expectations are never that high.  Remember the rule for NC State:

Set the line at 8-1/2 wins
Whatever way the national media goes, you go the other way


honestly, you could probably set the line down at 7-1/2 and it works, too.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 04, 2017, 10:35:37 AM
OK, so this is f'n' awesome

https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/sec-football/watch-iowa-just-started-best-emotional-new-tradition-college-football/
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on September 04, 2017, 11:24:22 AM
So did QB Josh Rosen of UCLA just bag the Heisman and first spot in the NFL draft right out of the gate? Shades of Super Bowl 51!

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2017/09/03/josh-rosen-leads-ucla-back-from-34-point-deficit-to-stun-texas-am/ (http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2017/09/03/josh-rosen-leads-ucla-back-from-34-point-deficit-to-stun-texas-am/)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on September 04, 2017, 11:57:53 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 04, 2017, 10:35:37 AM
OK, so this is f'n' awesome

https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/sec-football/watch-iowa-just-started-best-emotional-new-tradition-college-football/

Thanks for sharing this.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 04, 2017, 12:02:04 PM
Quote from: airboy on September 04, 2017, 11:57:53 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 04, 2017, 10:35:37 AM
OK, so this is f'n' awesome

https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/sec-football/watch-iowa-just-started-best-emotional-new-tradition-college-football/

Thanks for sharing this.


totally welcome :)

(damned allergies)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 06, 2017, 06:25:42 AM
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/21314798_1460456407325081_8155923101756525270_n.jpg?oh=ce54e215adb3f77575d70b772850b27b&oe=5A223ECB)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 07, 2017, 07:25:50 PM
FOOTBALL!!!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 07, 2017, 08:03:40 PM
Sure. Pats will just score 2-3 times on each drive. Eventually one of them will count.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 07, 2017, 08:53:26 PM
Alex Smith sacked himself. Is it shown on replay? Nope.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Bison on September 08, 2017, 07:54:01 AM
So what happened Mirth?  You stopped posting updates.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 08, 2017, 08:04:42 AM
 L:-)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on September 08, 2017, 08:10:49 AM
Quote from: Bison on September 08, 2017, 07:54:01 AM
So what happened Mirth?  You stopped posting updates.

Most likely passed out.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 08, 2017, 08:26:31 AM
I went to bed at halftime which turned out to be the right decision. Pats defense needs to get its act together. That was an abysmal performance last night. Brady didn't have a great game, but that debacle was mainly on the defense.

The first half of that game was terribly officiated. It in no way is an excuse for the Pats loss, but it is the main reason I didn't stay up for the second half. All it took was 30 minutes of the season opener to remind me of everything wrong with NFL officiating.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on September 08, 2017, 09:03:10 AM
Quote from: mirth on September 08, 2017, 08:26:31 AM

The first half of that game was terribly officiated. It in no way is an excuse for the Pats loss, but it is the main reason I didn't stay up for the second half. All it took was 30 minutes of the season opener to remind me of everything wrong with NFL officiating.

Every tried to ref a game, even in a kids league? It gives you a different perspective.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 08, 2017, 09:05:43 AM
I'm not saying it's an easy job, but there were some very bad calls in the first half last night.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on September 08, 2017, 09:16:32 AM
Perhaps. I missed most of the game but most refs call what they see and that is all they can call. They can change the call if someone has a different view but a ref is assigned an area of the field to watch, they don't watch the actual play unless it happens in their area of responsibility. That is why sometimes a ref will appear to have been in perfect position to see the play but they may have been looking at a different area of the field.
It is a tough job. My father reffed for over 30 years and my sister did it for 20, she made it to division II BB.I lasted about 6 months :) I have no idea how they managed it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 10, 2017, 09:44:28 AM
https://www.theringer.com/nfl/2017/9/8/16272940/2017-nfl-picks-week-1-gambling-roger-goodell


QuoteOnce upon a time, I believed in a world where a group of insatiable, intelligent, educated columnists, writers, reporters, radio hosts, TV personalities and bloggers could combine their audiences to bring down an incompetent leader — by hanging him with the facts, by sifting through the never-ending bullshit and clumsy PR spin and pointing out in painstaking detail all the ways his administration was lying and twisting the truth, and by educating our skeptical audiences about all the ways this person was making everything worse in the short term and the long term. I believed in a world where, eventually, this person would be disposed of for a more competent replacement, and only because it was the right thing to do. I no longer believe in this world.

(By the way, I was talking about Roger Goodell.)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 10, 2017, 10:00:42 AM
http://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/41007714

QuoteAlex Gray has been in plenty of dressing rooms before - he captained England's sevens team and played club rugby for Newcastle Falcons and London Irish.

But they are nothing compared to what he is experiencing in his first season in American football.

"It's a bit funny, the guys rolling in in Ferraris," says Gray, the first English professional rugby union player to join the NFL.

The 26-year-old, who stands at 6ft 6in, weighs 18 stone and can run the 100m in 11 seconds, has signed for the Atlanta Falcons - Super Bowl runners-up last season - as a tight end in their practice squad.

Though he will not be allowed to play in the NFL this season, he will train with the first team in the hope of securing a deal from next year.

And having never previously played a game of American football, apart from on the computer, he finally got the opportunity against one of the most famous teams of all - the Miami Dolphins.


more at the link
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 10, 2017, 09:15:49 PM
https://twitter.com/TonyGrossi/status/907040774692458496
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 11, 2017, 10:52:18 AM
hahahahaha

(https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/wp-media-theathletic-production/app/uploads/2017/09/11013625/P12AfterDark.png)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 11, 2017, 12:59:08 PM
I liked this quote from The Ringer

QuoteCombined, Savage and Tolzien led 19 drives that resulted in three points for their teams and 21 points for the opposition.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 11, 2017, 01:03:01 PM
https://twitter.com/Tashville401/status/906929163994529793
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on September 11, 2017, 08:24:28 PM
F%&#&ing Texans. :(
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 15, 2017, 07:21:28 AM
https://twitter.com/WillBrinson/status/908506176404574210
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 15, 2017, 07:21:41 AM
double post.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 15, 2017, 07:24:05 AM
Will Brinson is a local here, and frequently guest-hosts the afternoon drive-time sports show I listen to on the radio.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on September 15, 2017, 09:54:21 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on September 15, 2017, 07:21:28 AM
https://twitter.com/WillBrinson/status/908506176404574210

But he held onto the ball....how the hell did he not fumble? That impressed me as much as the hit.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on September 16, 2017, 06:28:34 PM
NFL viewership is at the lowest level since 2009.  As always, multiple explanations are given: political BS by players, retirement of popular players (like that never happens), huge numbers of blowouts, the hurricanes, a Presidential election that occurred a year ago (really, it is still given as an explanation).

But the bottom line is viewership is down again this season.  The NFL costs to the networks is massive.  If things don't change, the goose that laid the golden egg will be eaten.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on September 16, 2017, 09:17:19 PM
In my case, it's a growing perception that the NFL does not offer a level playing field when it comes to disciplining teams or individuals. Starting with the Saints and Bountygate and most certainly including Deflategate and the Ezekiel Elliott situation, the NFL seems to decide on a desired result and bend the evidence and rules accordingly. The Elliot suspension is simply the most egregious example of this, as well as the most recent. In general, the person the NFL entrusted to investigate Elliot ( a woman of color, no less ) found his accuser to be "not believable" and recommended no suspension or disciplinary action be taken against Elliot. For her efforts, she was excluded from the meeting with the Commissar Commissioner where Elliot's fate was decided. There are holes in the Deflategate case you could drive a truck through and who really doubts the Saints were made the poster children for bounties? There's long been the perception that favored teams get away with murder or a slap on the hand, while influential owners ***coughGiants*** exert undue pressure on the NFL to rule in ways which are advantageous to their team. Frankly, every time Goodell mentions "protecting the Shield" or "the integrity of the NFL" I want to puke. Goodell and the owners are more interested in punishing their players for smoking grass in the offseason than in the product they put on the field. It needs to change, and the first change needs to be retiring Goodell.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on September 16, 2017, 09:56:21 PM
Goodell isn't going anywhere.  They pay him $40 million a year to eat an enormous amount of sh*t.  And he does it well.  So unless and until he grows tired of swimming in all that money, he will continue to be the owners and the medias whipping boy.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Bison on September 16, 2017, 10:04:54 PM
Vandy's D is for real.  Tough loss even with a suspect call that over turned a clean defensive touchdown for K-State, Vandy played a hell of a good game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on September 17, 2017, 09:40:33 AM
Quote from: Bison on September 16, 2017, 10:04:54 PM
Vandy's D is for real.  Tough loss even with a suspect call that over turned a clean defensive touchdown for K-State, Vandy played a hell of a good game.

Vandy is playing well.  Mississippi State crushed LSU.  Florida and Auburn have no offense, but have defenses to keep them in most games.  It will be an interesting SEC season.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 17, 2017, 10:15:13 AM
fight breaks out among players at a game in Nevada

pepper spray solves the problem

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/908931175699300352
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 19, 2017, 07:47:31 AM
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: JasonPratt on September 19, 2017, 11:02:18 AM
Quote from: airboy on September 17, 2017, 09:40:33 AM
Quote from: Bison on September 16, 2017, 10:04:54 PM
Vandy's D is for real.  Tough loss even with a suspect call that over turned a clean defensive touchdown for K-State, Vandy played a hell of a good game.

Vandy is playing well.  Mississippi State crushed LSU.  Florida and Auburn have no offense, but have defenses to keep them in most games.  It will be an interesting SEC season.

SEC games are usually interesting for various reasons, and I'm glad that both Vandy and Kentucky have been improving in recent years.

The Florida / TN game was weird, but also kind of typical for being weird. Both teams played like they were super-young and inexperienced, which is at least factually true for UTK -- not sure about Florida. UFlor took a reasonably big lead when UT simply could not capitalize on any successful drives, and after checking in and out I gave up on the game once the 4th quarter had solidly started and TN had thrown away the ball.

Next thing I heard from the parents, is that TN had taken a 1 point lead!  :o DID I FALL ASLEEP? DID REALITY SHIFT ME INTO AN ALTERNATE UNIVERSE?! I had things to do I couldn't feasibly drop, to look in on this bizarrity, annnnnnd then Florida wins by a Hail Mary pass at the last moment.  ::) But a heck of a final quarter, once it really got going.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 19, 2017, 11:03:42 AM
yep, FL-UT was 55 minutes of dreck, and 5 minutes of "OHMIGAWD!"
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 19, 2017, 11:24:54 AM
Holy Crap! The Lions are 2-0?!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Marty Ward on September 19, 2017, 11:55:29 AM
Give them time. After all they ARE the Lions.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 19, 2017, 11:59:04 AM
Yeah, I don't expect it to last.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: JasonPratt on September 19, 2017, 01:07:14 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 19, 2017, 11:03:42 AM
yep, FL-UT was 55 minutes of dreck, and 5 minutes of "OHMIGAWD!"

My brother and I (he follows much more closely than I do) have long theorized, since way back in our college days at UTK, that our team would perform substantially better, and more consistently, if we ran a permanent two-minute offense. Even psychologically, the Vols seem to habitually prefer it -- we really aren't happy as a team unless we're either staging a comeback against all odds, or flattening the other team like Godzilla on Bambi.

Also, we'd train our second string on both offense and defense to open the game and run as long as possible to the second half, bringing in our first string mid-game. The first stringers would hate it for ruining their "starting" stat, as professional prospects, but it would deepen the bench considerably and create gaps for us to exploit in the second half and especially the 4th quarter -- where the team historically prefers to be turbo-charging if possible anyway. (Heck, one season back in the mid-late 80s, the team's motto that year was "the fourth quarter belongs to us"! This attitude has not changed, only the teams' ability to achieve that goal from year to year.)

We'd do some other things, too, like more conditioning training and teaching all the defensive squad to focus on creating fumbles more than tackles.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 19, 2017, 01:14:25 PM
Quote from: JasonPratt on September 19, 2017, 01:07:14 PMflattening the other team like Godzilla on Bambi.

[yt]https://youtu.be/n-wUdetAAlY[/yt]
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: JasonPratt on September 21, 2017, 11:00:43 AM
I usually include an homage to those credits in my video AARs, btw.  :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 23, 2017, 07:03:00 PM
After a lot of near-misses last year, State finally manages to pull one out and win at Florida State
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 24, 2017, 08:24:53 AM
Quote from: Bison on September 16, 2017, 10:04:54 PM
Vandy's D is for real. 

Unless you're facing Alabama...  Eesh
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on September 24, 2017, 03:16:30 PM
Brady is just insane.  I saw Montana, and he was great, but, Brady is the GOAT.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 24, 2017, 03:40:55 PM
So much for the 13.5 pts the Pats were favored by in that game. That was a stupid crazy line.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 24, 2017, 03:43:01 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on September 24, 2017, 03:16:30 PM
Brady is just insane.  I saw Montana, and he was great, but, Brady is the GOAT.

He 'struggled' to get 5 touchdowns today.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on September 24, 2017, 03:46:09 PM
Travels football sucks this year, especially the O-line.  Saw the dook game in Chapel Hill.  Argh!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 24, 2017, 04:34:52 PM
Quote from: airboy on September 24, 2017, 03:46:09 PMSaw the dook game in Chapel Hill.  Argh!

Yeah, that was ugly.  Fedora probably survives a losing season, but I don't know if he survives a 3-9 losing season with a defense that look like windmills
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on September 24, 2017, 04:49:26 PM
Quote from: mirth on September 24, 2017, 03:40:55 PM
So much for the 13.5 pts the Pats were favored by in that game. That was a stupid crazy line.

It was a great game. I'm glad Houston showed up and made a close game of it. But Brady is the GOAT for a reason, 5 TD's in the face of that pass rush....damn! The Pats doubled J.J. Watts all day but that didn't leave enough bodies to keep Mercilus and Clowney out of the backfield. If Houston's DB's were healthy, it could have easily gone the other way.

But the Pats....no undefeated BS but that never mattered anyway. Pats still come through with the clutch plays. Watching Brady when the game is on the line is like watching Wilt Chamberlain with the clock running down. Only shorter.   8)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: JasonPratt on September 24, 2017, 07:06:09 PM
Meanwhile, UTKnoxville, favored by 28 points, strains to level-up against UMass (who, although totally losing this season, has at least made their games close, including this one). The papers were pretty critical around here (giant font headline "THAT WAS JUST UGLY".) While I think it's important to emphasize that this wasn't technically a loss ;), the attitude of one of the players quoted is a bit disturbingly... blase: "Well, it's a dub, so I ain't even trippin."  :bd: :hide:

We'll see whether that attitude survives Georgia next.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 24, 2017, 07:07:11 PM
https://twitter.com/JoeGiza/status/912097878633537536
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on September 24, 2017, 07:09:55 PM
Keep it classy, Trump. Oh wait....who the hell do I think I'm talking to?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 24, 2017, 07:12:46 PM
I think he flipped off Kraft in that video. Or maybe all of us.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on September 24, 2017, 07:20:15 PM
Quote from: mirth on September 24, 2017, 07:12:46 PM
I think he flipped off Kraft in that video. Or maybe all of us.

I think it was directed at Kraft. He's been flipping the rest of us off for some time now.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 25, 2017, 09:26:47 AM
Blake Bortles is 3-0 in London, with a QBR over 100.

He's shit in the US, but the guy owns Wembley.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 25, 2017, 10:05:51 AM
see if y'all can get to this article?

https://theathletic.com/109385/2017/09/24/espn-college-gameday-in-new-york-times-square/?source=email
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 25, 2017, 10:09:22 AM
(just in case you can't, here's Mirth's new dream girl)

https://twitter.com/SBNation/status/911642379433779200
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on September 25, 2017, 10:13:29 AM
Girl's got talent.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on September 25, 2017, 10:15:13 AM
College money well spent by their parents.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 25, 2017, 10:23:12 AM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on September 25, 2017, 10:15:13 AM
College money well spent by their parents.

yeah, but the kids on Jersey Shore acted the same way, so it's not just college money that engenders such silliness.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 29, 2017, 09:50:18 AM
Faux Pellini is so awesome...

QuoteDear Faux Pelini,

I am an Ohio State fan and it embarrasses me when my fellow Buckeye fans boo our team for subpar performance. Is booing your own team proper fan behavior?

Best,
Ashamed Buckeye


Well Ashamed,

When your next-door neighbor announces that he has the right to do something, you can be sure it's something bad. There will a bizarre shrub or perverted statue in your future. In the same way, when a sports fan announces he's doing something because it's his right, you know something stupid is coming.

Some people just do what they want to do because they can. That's the only reason they need. Most of us grasped the difference between Can and Should in kindergarten, but a select group of us carried Can/Should confusion into adulthood.

Boo Guy is one of these people.

When you ask Boo Guy why he's booing his own team, he will say he paid for his ticket and it's his right. There are lots of things that he has the right to do and chooses not to, of course. He can turn his basement into a termite farm; he can call his friend's grandmother an ignorant slut; he can do somersaults down an escalator. Just because he can do something doesn't mean he should.

But Boo Guy doesn't care about that distinction. He makes himself feel better by making the players feel worse, and he does it because he can. That's good enough for him and his kindergarten brain.

Yes, Ashamed, booing is our God-given right. But only idiots boo college kids, especially ones on their side.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on September 29, 2017, 11:09:42 AM
^ Pretty sure dude hasn't been to a Texans, Jets, Lions, or Browns game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on September 29, 2017, 11:27:22 AM
Faux Pelini is absolutely wrong.

1.  Fans booing isn't always directed to the players.  Many times it's to the coaches.

2.  When you're a player for a team that is a top 10 program year and year out for decades, then you're expected to play like it.  There are hundreds of thousands of kids that don't ever get the change to play in college, even though they were a good high school player.  Those that are selected are getting scholarships and other perks that most students in college don't get.  When talking football and men's basketball, they're also the incentive to go play in the pro's and make millions of dollars.  So, yes, when you like a you're in jr high, then yes, you're going to get booed.  This is especially true when you have life long fans and players that have no emotional attachment to the team/school until they got recruited. 

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 29, 2017, 11:29:53 AM
I just really enjoyed the Can/Should dichotomy :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on September 29, 2017, 06:43:40 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on September 29, 2017, 11:27:22 AM
Faux Pelini is absolutely wrong.

1.  Fans booing isn't always directed to the players.  Many times it's to the coaches.

2.  When you're a player for a team that is a top 10 program year and year out for decades, then you're expected to play like it.  There are hundreds of thousands of kids that don't ever get the change to play in college, even though they were a good high school player.  Those that are selected are getting scholarships and other perks that most students in college don't get.  When talking football and men's basketball, they're also the incentive to go play in the pro's and make millions of dollars.  So, yes, when you like a you're in jr high, then yes, you're going to get booed.  This is especially true when you have life long fans and players that have no emotional attachment to the team/school until they got recruited.

I only boo College players when they don't hustle.  I've booed a player less than 5 times in 30 years at Auburn.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on September 30, 2017, 06:19:20 PM
Good football day so far - NC State won, UNC lost :)

LSU is trying to stink up the joint right now, but I hope they'll get it together by the end of the night.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: JasonPratt on September 30, 2017, 06:51:08 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 29, 2017, 11:29:53 AM
I just really enjoyed the Can/Should dichotomy :)

I especially enjoyed the observation that when someone tells you they have a right to do something, you can be sure they're about to do something bad.

Admittedly that's not always true, but probable by inductive experience. ;)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 01, 2017, 08:06:29 AM
When he said this in the middle of the afternoon, people thought he was nuts.  By the end of the night, maybe not so much

https://twitter.com/Stephen_Bailey1/status/914226243071102978
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on October 01, 2017, 10:47:18 AM
The SEC race is starting to take shape.

In the West, Mississippi State was overrated after beating amazingly overrated LSU.  LSU got beat by Troy State at home.
Auburn is playing much better offensively.  Their defense has been excellent all year holding Clemson to 14 points.
Alabama is crushing people.  Right now, Auburn is the only team in the West who looks to have a chance against Bama.
Although Texas A&M has only lost 1 game, they just finished the easy part of their schedule.  Their next four games are Bama, Florida, Mississippi St. & Auburn.  If they win two of these they will be fortunate.

In the East, Georgia is simply crushing people.  The beat down of Tennessee in Knoxville was amazing.
Florida keeps winning, barely.  But they keep finding ways to win.  Florida also has an amazingly easy schedule this year.  FSU is really weak.  Michigan beat them.  Their games against teams in the West are LSU and Texas A&M.  Georgia is the only tough game they have left.

And Dook got crushed by Miami
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 01, 2017, 11:17:28 AM
Quote from: airboy on October 01, 2017, 10:47:18 AMFSU is really weak.  Michigan beat them.

FSU has lost to 'Bama and NC St.  Haven't played Michigan in the regular season since the 90s. 
(there was a crazy Orange Bowl last year)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on October 01, 2017, 01:49:12 PM
Pats defense continues to make every QB it faces look like the second coming of Dan Marino.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 01, 2017, 02:14:21 PM
Not true!  Drew Brees looked like the second coming of Todd Blackledge...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on October 01, 2017, 02:31:46 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 01, 2017, 02:14:21 PM
Not true!  Drew Brees looked like the second coming of Todd Blackledge...

Lol. Good point.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on October 01, 2017, 08:37:37 PM
DeShaun Watson is the real deal.  Let's see how he does against the rest of the league once these coaches start getting tape on him.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 02, 2017, 05:41:43 AM
Some hilarity from The Ringer, talking about the Rams

QuoteThis reflects most hilariously on Jeff Fisher, the phenomenally uninspiring coach who helmed the Rams from 2012 to 2016. (Actually, it is pretty inspiring that he kept NFL head coach jobs for so long despite being Jeff Fisher.) Fisher developed a reputation for mediocrity and milquetoast offenses, but swore 2016 would be the end of "7-9 bullshit." Sure enough, his team started 4-9, he got fired, and as soon as the rest of Fisher's staff disappeared, the Rams became competent. L.A. is currently being coached by Sean McVay, a teenager who has spent most of the season convincing the team's older players to buy him vodka. And he's made the team miles more effective. Every time the Rams put up points like this and win should make Fisher's future employment seven to nine times more unlikely.

https://www.theringer.com/nfl/2017/10/2/16395474/week-4-winners-and-losers
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 02, 2017, 08:37:13 PM
new favorite college football sign

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DK8a2UnUIAAR9Un.jpg)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 03, 2017, 05:56:25 AM
Favorite college stat so far?

QuoteStanford's Bryce Love has out-rushed 120 FBS teams by himself.

Love's 1,088 rushing yards in five games would rank No. 21 as a team (Stanford ranks No. 8). His 217.6 yards per game on the ground would rank No. 30. Love also has seven runs of at least 50 yards. Only Notre Dame has as many as a team, and the next closest is Tulsa with five.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on October 03, 2017, 06:34:46 PM
Moo U. is ranked in the top 25.  If they had not blown up on three plays (2 turnovers and a kick return) against a weak South Carolina squad, they would probably be in the top 12 or so.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 03, 2017, 07:40:47 PM
Yep. Beat Louisville tho and it's top 15 until they lose to Clemson and at least 1 game they shouldn't
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on October 05, 2017, 10:47:29 PM
Moo NCSU!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 06, 2017, 04:51:32 AM
O0
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 07, 2017, 03:54:12 PM
Quote from: airboy on September 04, 2017, 11:57:53 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 04, 2017, 10:35:37 AM
OK, so this is f'n' awesome

https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/sec-football/watch-iowa-just-started-best-emotional-new-tradition-college-football/

Thanks for sharing this.


It gets better - the Iowa band got into the action this week, too

http://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/20947234
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 08, 2017, 06:18:21 AM
https://twitter.com/SportsCenter/status/916794650345828357
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 08, 2017, 07:49:25 AM
anyone looking for a job?

https://jobs.olemiss.edu/postings/12800
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on October 08, 2017, 09:58:25 AM
https://www.yahoo.com/sports/floridas-tribute-tom-petty-awesome-video-223833694.html
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on October 08, 2017, 08:28:12 PM
I thought Moo U would be ranked higher than #20.  The loss to the game chickens must be pulling them down.  But if they win out the rest of the regular season and the ACC playoffs they will be in the top 7 at least.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 08, 2017, 09:20:07 PM
Quote from: airboy on October 08, 2017, 08:28:12 PM
I thought Moo U would be ranked higher than #20.  The loss to the game chickens must be pulling them down.  But if they win out the rest of the regular season and the ACC playoffs they will be in the top 7 at least.

Yeah, a bad first impression that results in national eyerolls and a collective "here we go again" will significantly drag down expectations.  And that FSU win looks worse and worse every week.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 09, 2017, 09:28:10 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 07, 2017, 03:54:12 PM
Quote from: airboy on September 04, 2017, 11:57:53 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on September 04, 2017, 10:35:37 AM
OK, so this is f'n' awesome

https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/sec-football/watch-iowa-just-started-best-emotional-new-tradition-college-football/

Thanks for sharing this.


It gets better - the Iowa band got into the action this week, too

http://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/20947234


https://twitter.com/BTNBrentYarina/status/916714864890073090
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 09, 2017, 09:50:22 AM
great view from Oregon's stadium


https://twitter.com/daviesphoto/status/916849936641122304
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 09, 2017, 10:02:37 AM
https://twitter.com/YahooDrSaturday/status/916900406109843461
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 10, 2017, 02:04:59 PM
https://twitter.com/TheMightyEROCK/status/916289080769597441
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on October 12, 2017, 06:42:55 PM
https://twitter.com/WSJ/status/918619810954702848
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on October 13, 2017, 10:10:13 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on October 12, 2017, 06:42:55 PM
https://twitter.com/WSJ/status/918619810954702848

At least someone will defend him.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 15, 2017, 06:12:18 AM
Ouch...

Oh yeah, he went back in after they fixed it

https://twitter.com/PackPride/status/919266392993665025
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 15, 2017, 06:12:43 AM
South Carolina fans trolling Tennessee


https://twitter.com/max_olson/status/919274741663444992/
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Centurion40 on October 15, 2017, 12:48:39 PM
Nice to see the Jets thumping the Pats.  O0
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Centurion40 on October 15, 2017, 01:35:38 PM
Quote from: Centurion40 on October 15, 2017, 12:48:39 PM
Nice to see the Jets thumping the Pats.  O0

Well, it was fun while it lasted...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on October 15, 2017, 02:25:12 PM
Erin Andrews just confirmed that Aaron Rodgers has a broken collarbone and the Packers are saying that he could be out all year.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on October 15, 2017, 03:15:28 PM
Miami beat Atlanta?!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on October 15, 2017, 03:17:47 PM
Suckit Jets.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Centurion40 on October 15, 2017, 03:34:45 PM
Tough break for the Packers.  ::)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on October 15, 2017, 07:02:34 PM
Just be happy your not a Browns fan. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 15, 2017, 10:11:15 PM
https://twitter.com/World_Wide_Wob/status/919235990585315328
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 16, 2017, 09:38:47 AM
"The last time Ohio State punted against Nebraska was in 2012"
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 20, 2017, 11:18:31 AM
Kansas plays at TCU this weekend

QuoteThe Jayhawks haven't won a game away from Memorial Stadium since Sept. 12, 2009. Another loss would put Kansas into a tie for the second-longest road losing streak in college football history.
The road losing streak began eight years ago, on Oct. 17, 2009. Back then, Charlie Weis was still at Notre Dame. Blockbuster was still a successful business. "Game of Thrones," the iPad, Uber, Instagram and The Athletic did not exist.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 22, 2017, 10:51:02 AM
here's one for Bison and the other Vikings fans...


QuoteQ: Where would Teddy Bridgewater returning from injury and leading the Vikings to their first Super Bowl victory rank in all-time sports stories? Especially with the Super Bowl being in Minneapolis this year?
—Wes Jackson, Louisville, Ky.

BS: I don't mean to be a dick, but we're talking about the Vikings—isn't it more likely that the Packers miraculously sneak into the playoffs at 9-7, then Aaron Rodgers comes back for Round 1 and beats them in Minnesota, then wins the Super Bowl in Minnesota four weeks later?

https://www.theringer.com/nfl/2017/10/20/16507636/week-7-nfl-picks-mailbag-nba
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on October 22, 2017, 12:01:44 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 16, 2017, 09:38:47 AM
"The last time Ohio State punted against Nebraska was in 2012"

There are at least 2 years there that they didn't play each other.  Still quite a feat going a single game an not punting. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on October 22, 2017, 03:09:22 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 22, 2017, 10:51:02 AM
here's one for Bison and the other Vikings fans...


QuoteQ: Where would Teddy Bridgewater returning from injury and leading the Vikings to their first Super Bowl victory rank in all-time sports stories? Especially with the Super Bowl being in Minneapolis this year?
—Wes Jackson, Louisville, Ky.

BiSon: I don't mean to be a dick, but we're talking about the Vikings—isn't it more likely that the Packers miraculously sneak into the playoffs at 9-7, then Aaron Rodgers comes back for Round 1 and beats them in Minnesota, then wins the Super Bowl in Minnesota four weeks later?

https://www.theringer.com/nfl/2017/10/20/16507636/week-7-nfl-picks-mailbag-nba


Ftfy
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on October 22, 2017, 04:19:16 PM
Hey, look!  The Browns are 0-7.  L:-)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on October 22, 2017, 04:36:44 PM
So something in the universe still makes sense.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on October 22, 2017, 07:26:40 PM
Oh joy.  Justine Timberlake is doing the half time shiw of the Super Bowl.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 22, 2017, 07:35:07 PM
Joe Thomas missed a snap today for the Browns. I'm pretty sure that's one of the signs of the Apocalypse
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on October 23, 2017, 06:38:52 AM
Admittedly I haven't paid much attention to what's going on in the NFL, but the Vikings being on top of their Division is another sign of the apocalypse.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: acctingman on October 23, 2017, 11:37:57 AM
My Hawks look like a steaming pile of dogshit despite putting up 24 against the New York Girlies
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Arctic Blast on October 24, 2017, 09:54:21 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 22, 2017, 07:35:07 PM
Joe Thomas missed a snap today for the Browns. I'm pretty sure that's one of the signs of the Apocalypse

Dude tore a triceps. That's actually a huge bummer, even if I'm not a Browns fan.  :(
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 25, 2017, 05:07:50 AM
there's 3-4 pro-bowl offensive linemen that all were lost for the season this past weekend.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: acctingman on October 25, 2017, 08:32:37 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 25, 2017, 05:07:50 AM
there's 3-4 pro-bowl offensive linemen that all were lost for the season this past weekend.

That rules out the Seahawks. Pro Bowl and OL are like oil and water in the PNW  :'(
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on October 28, 2017, 05:41:35 PM
I can't get the NBC signal on my tv antenna.  How's the NC State-Notre Dame game going?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 28, 2017, 05:50:56 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on October 28, 2017, 05:41:35 PM
I can't get the NBC signal on my tv antenna.  How's the NC State-Notre Dame game going?

NC State's playing like canned ass

They were up 14-7 and now down 35-14 with 10 min to play

State's receivers aren't getting any separation on their routes, plus Nyheim Hines is out for the game, so ND is loading the box and forcing Gallaspy to run into 8 guys, and they just can't do it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 28, 2017, 06:18:16 PM
Shitty football day.

NC State lost
Ohio St won.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on October 28, 2017, 06:19:13 PM
O H I O
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on October 28, 2017, 06:26:43 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 28, 2017, 06:18:16 PM
Shitty football day.

NC State lost
Ohio St won.

:DD
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on October 29, 2017, 07:33:39 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on October 28, 2017, 06:26:43 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on October 28, 2017, 06:18:16 PM
Shitty football day.

NC State lost
Ohio St won.

:DD

yeah, thanks for that :-\
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 04, 2017, 06:35:39 PM
That bites.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 04, 2017, 08:25:04 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on November 04, 2017, 06:35:39 PM
That bites.

My day sucked, too.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 05, 2017, 03:03:40 AM
Thank you Jets for beating Buffalo on Thursday night.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on November 05, 2017, 04:50:45 PM
Buffalo is probably the only team the Jets can beat.

Oh, and the Tri-State Football Tykes squad, too. Maybe.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 05, 2017, 04:57:57 PM
The Tykes are tough this year.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Arctic Blast on November 05, 2017, 05:09:55 PM
Watch out for the Tykes! They have that one kid who generally knows which way to run now.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on November 05, 2017, 05:12:20 PM
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 05, 2017, 05:33:04 PM
Quote from: Arctic Blast on November 05, 2017, 05:09:55 PM
Watch out for the Tykes! They have that one kid who generally knows which way to run now.

Puts em ahead of the Jets.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 05, 2017, 05:44:33 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on November 05, 2017, 04:50:45 PM
Buffalo is probably the only team the Jets can beat.

Oh, and the Tri-State Football Tykes squad, too. Maybe.

And the Browns.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 05, 2017, 06:25:30 PM
I want to marry the Red Zone amd have it's babies.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Staggerwing on November 05, 2017, 06:32:29 PM
Quote from: mirth on November 05, 2017, 06:25:30 PM
I want to marry the Red Zone amd have it's babies.

That might still be illegal in Kansas and three or four other states.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 05, 2017, 06:58:10 PM
I'm never going to be able to watch a regular NFL game again.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 05, 2017, 07:11:42 PM
Go Cowboys!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 07, 2017, 11:47:34 AM
OK, this was kind of clever

https://twitter.com/FIUFootball/status/927016420227141632


Also of note
QuoteJust a reminder that UCF (8-0), USF (7-1), Florida Atlantic (6-3) and Florida International (6-2) are all bowl-eligible. Florida State and Florida (both 3-5) are not.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 11, 2017, 11:02:31 AM
I hate Norte Dame, but I hope they beat Miami today.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 11, 2017, 02:08:09 PM
Golden Domers goin' down!  :knuppel2:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on November 11, 2017, 02:15:38 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on November 11, 2017, 11:02:31 AM
I hate Norte Dame, but I hope they beat Miami today.

+1
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on November 11, 2017, 10:59:23 PM
War Eagle!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 11, 2017, 11:04:37 PM
another day of chaos


and NC State still needs are fucking kicker
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 11, 2017, 11:05:33 PM
Roll Tide!

And how 'bout that ass kicking The U is putting on the Irish?!?!?!!!  Hells yeah!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on November 11, 2017, 11:07:25 PM
Quote from: airboy on November 11, 2017, 10:59:23 PM
War Eagle!

+1  War Damn Eagle!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 12, 2017, 10:57:42 AM
https://twitter.com/Matt_Gittins/status/929423307455287296
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on November 12, 2017, 11:37:43 AM
^  :2funny: :2funny:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 12, 2017, 11:28:05 PM
excellent trolling

https://twitter.com/CollegeGameDay/status/929341060223991808
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on November 13, 2017, 09:38:23 AM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on November 12, 2017, 10:57:42 AM
https://twitter.com/Matt_Gittins/status/929423307455287296

He needs a full ride scholarship at Mississippi State.  More Cowbell!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on November 18, 2017, 11:35:20 PM
Moo U showed us that if you work at it hard enough you can blow any game.
:wow:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 19, 2017, 12:38:21 AM
Quote from: airboy on November 18, 2017, 11:35:20 PM
Moo U showed us that if you work at it hard enough you can blow any game.
:wow:

State always loses to Wake when they shouldn't.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on November 19, 2017, 12:40:27 AM
Aaah, the joy of a relevant Iron Bowl. 

I'm going to be decked in my orange and blue and wearing my class ring proudly on Saturday. 

Just hope "Bad Gus" from the Clemson and LSU games doesn't show up to coach. 

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 19, 2017, 01:26:38 AM
Just had some of my War Eagle friends over tonight.  Not sure how they felt, but, I got a feeling Jalen Hurts is going to do a Nik Marshall on Auburn.  Can't wait to see it all play out!  Roll Tide
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Martok on November 19, 2017, 01:41:43 AM
If someone had told me -- heck, even just two months ago -- that the Vikings-Rams game would have major playoff implications, I would've laughed myself insensate and assumed that person had gone completely daft.  Never thought we'd be here. 

Of course, I still can't bring to myself to actually believe yet.  I feel like the Vikes are Lucy with the football, and I'm Charlie Brown... 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 08:01:21 AM
UCLA fired Mora last night.  He had gone 46-30 in six seasons. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 20, 2017, 09:42:54 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 08:01:21 AM
UCLA fired Mora last night.  He had gone 46-30 in six seasons. 

yes but he was also below .500 for the past 3 seasons, including losses to Southern Cal the past 3 years


I think they're trying to get a head start in the Chip Kelly sweepstakes
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 20, 2017, 10:05:01 AM
Terry Glenn was killed in a car accident.

https://twitter.com/damienwoody/status/932623401377849346
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 20, 2017, 11:21:53 AM
Little more on Terry Glenn

https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/11/20/former-nfl-wr-terry-glenn-dies
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 20, 2017, 08:51:03 PM
That's terrible!  RIP Terry.  Prayers for his family and those who loved him.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 20, 2017, 08:53:18 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on November 20, 2017, 09:42:54 AM
Quote from: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 08:01:21 AM
UCLA fired Mora last night.  He had gone 46-30 in six seasons. 

yes but he was also below .500 for the past 3 seasons, including losses to Southern Cal the past 3 years


I think they're trying to get a head start in the Chip Kelly sweepstakes


That's the speculation I heard, too.  I also heard that six folks from Florida, including the AD, had Chip in a hotel room in New Hampshire and didn't come home with him.  Maybe the SEC is too much for him?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 09:05:49 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 20, 2017, 08:53:18 PM
That's the speculation I heard, too.  I also heard that six folks from Florida, including the AD, had Chip in a hotel room in New Hampshire and didn't come home with him.  Maybe the SEC is too much for him?

That's a good point MD.  When Kelly coached in the PAC12, I'm not sure that there was a lot of competition for a far amount of time.  But if you look at Big10, Big12, SEC, and AAC right now, there are 2 or 3 teams battling it out for the top spots in those conferences.  But you don't have that in the PAC12.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 20, 2017, 09:11:14 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 20, 2017, 08:53:18 PMMaybe the SEC is too much for him?


What I'm reading elsewhere is that Chip doesn't want to have to spend a lot of time glad-handing and schmoozing with boosters, and that's a key element of being an SEC coach.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 09:19:53 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on November 20, 2017, 09:11:14 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 20, 2017, 08:53:18 PMMaybe the SEC is too much for him?


What I'm reading elsewhere is that Chip doesn't want to have to spend a lot of time glad-handing and schmoozing with boosters, and that's a key element of being an SEC coach.

So he doesn't want to coach in college again?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 20, 2017, 09:26:29 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 09:19:53 PM
So he doesn't want to coach in college again?

PAC-12 fans - outside of Southern Cal, and maybe UW - don't have the same access expectations the SEC does (and to a lesser extent the Big-We-Can't-Count up there w/ y'all).  Here in ACC-land, there's only 2-3 football teams like that, but a LOT of hoops squads.

SEC fans just care more, b/c it's a lot more central to their self-identity.  You gotta live there to truly appreciate it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 20, 2017, 09:26:42 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 09:19:53 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on November 20, 2017, 09:11:14 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 20, 2017, 08:53:18 PMMaybe the SEC is too much for him?


What I'm reading elsewhere is that Chip doesn't want to have to spend a lot of time glad-handing and schmoozing with boosters, and that's a key element of being an SEC coach.

So he doesn't want to coach in college again?

Right?!  That goes on everywhere, not just the SEC.  I had also heard he's not a big fan of recruiting and the business of being a coach.  All he wants to do is X's and O's.  Although, if that's true, why did Philadelphia let him wreck their team for a few years as Head Coach AND General Manager?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 20, 2017, 09:32:00 PM
Heck, every coach would love to be an X's and O's coach and leave things like recruiting, working with boosters/AD's, making sure the appropriate paperwork is in order for the governing bodies (yes, even high schools coaches have to do this).

Sounds like he should sit at home and play Madden. 

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on November 22, 2017, 08:51:21 PM
I wish all of you could visit Auburn briefly on Friday.  You could see half a billion dollars of RVs within a 8 mile radius. 
Unless you have attended a monster SEC game, it is hard to fathom.

My extended family (with one lone exception) has been in Auburn for a really big Auburn-Alabama game.  The number of people that come, with monster massively expensive RVs is difficult to comprehend if you don't experience it live.

The stadium holds just short of 90,000 people.  There will probably be an additional 90,000 in Auburn who will be watching the game at tailgates, bars or house parties.

For perspective, Auburn itself has 60,000 residents (including students).

The line is Auburn +4.  Alabama has better talent, but they will have to show up, play hard, and avoid mistakes to win.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 22, 2017, 09:47:34 PM
I agree with your assessment of Alabama's need to perform up to their talent.  And I heard plus four and a half.  I have yet to come upon a customer of mine who has invited me down to a tailgate in Tuscaloosa in their RV, but, I've seen the beasties you are speaking of.  Magnificent creatures.  Wish I could see the herd of them.  Good game to you and Auburn and Roll Tide!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 22, 2017, 09:52:31 PM
Quote from: airboy on November 22, 2017, 08:51:21 PM
Unless you have attended a monster SEC game, it is hard to fathom.

I've done LSU-Florida in Baton Rouge.

I challenge anyone to find a better spread of tailgating food than you'll find at an LSU home game.  It's just not gonna happen.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 22, 2017, 09:57:25 PM
Somebody on the radio around here in the last couple of weeks was going on about the food at LSU tailgates.  Having never been tailgating, I can't speak to it, but it sure sounds like fun.  <:-)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 22, 2017, 09:58:19 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 22, 2017, 09:57:25 PMHaving never been tailgating, I can't speak to it

Oy vey...  seriously?!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 22, 2017, 10:12:09 PM
Once.  When I was a kid.  It was just a lot of beer drinking by the adults and not a lot of food.  Or stuff for me to do, so, I have to figure there's more to it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 22, 2017, 10:13:50 PM
So you're saying there's a chance (https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/good-news-browns-your-chances-of-making-the-playoffs-are-only-1-in-19-quintillion/)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on November 22, 2017, 11:03:57 PM
Quote from: airboy on November 22, 2017, 08:51:21 PM
I wish all of you could visit Auburn briefly on Friday.  You could see half a billion dollars of RVs within a 8 mile radius. 
Unless you have attended a monster SEC game, it is hard to fathom.


Indeed.  I've been to a fair share of games in Jordan-Hare and it never ever gets old.  The Iron Bowl is on a level beyond comprehension.

The Tiger Walk is one of the best traditions in all of sports.  It's going to be lit this weekend.

Good health to the Bama on Saturday and War Eagle!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on November 22, 2017, 11:47:12 PM
My tailgate group fizzled out after 10 years.  We had a whole roast pig for 1 game, bbq cookoff for another and a low country seafood boil for a third every year.  But our menu beat 95 out of 100 groups at Auburn.

We still have a big cooking group.  Today 7 guys were at my house.  We fried 9 turkeys for various meals for tomorrow.  We played poker for 5 hours.  Our meal for poker was marinated steak tenderloin, Texas toast, roast potatoes and a big salad.  This was a normal poker meal.  The host gets 5 per person for the meal.  Today was odd because we had it at my house, but I only made the salad.  My house is designed to entertain, so this worked well.

We sometimes have wives\girlfriends who come just for the meal.

Once we went to 5 bucks for the meal food improved and those lacking the space (or spouse willingness) to host stopped feeling guilty.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 24, 2017, 06:06:47 PM
A glimpse into the future of the NFL

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/24/sports/football/canadian-footballs-big-steps-to-reduce-hits-a-contrast-to-the-nfl.html
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 24, 2017, 07:05:47 PM
Arkansas fired their mascot coach
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 24, 2017, 08:03:17 PM
Down goes Miami....
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 24, 2017, 09:06:13 PM
That really roils the playoff waters.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 24, 2017, 09:39:02 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 24, 2017, 09:06:13 PM
That really roils the playoff waters.

Which is a good thing.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: acctingman on November 25, 2017, 01:09:43 PM
Quote from: mirth on November 24, 2017, 06:06:47 PM
A glimpse into the future of the NFL

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/24/sports/football/canadian-footballs-big-steps-to-reduce-hits-a-contrast-to-the-nfl.html

The NFL will never do that. Too much money lost if they take away tackling. (this is just my humble opinion)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 25, 2017, 01:59:36 PM
Kelly in at UCLA

Riley out at Nebraska
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 25, 2017, 05:59:58 PM
neither of those are a surprise...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on November 25, 2017, 06:00:41 PM
NC State needs a new kicker so badly.  Bambard is so far beyond worthless....

He's below 50% on the season.  My son could kick better than that guy
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on November 25, 2017, 06:16:00 PM
West Florida won. 'Nuff said.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 25, 2017, 06:57:36 PM
Congrats to the Tigers.  They played great when they needed it.  Kept drives going and shut down the 'Bama passing game.  So now it's rooting for the West against the East. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on November 25, 2017, 07:00:27 PM
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAR EAGLE!!  Great game from Bama, great win TIGERS!

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on November 25, 2017, 07:00:51 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 25, 2017, 06:57:36 PM
Congrats to the Tigers.  They played great when they needed it.  Kept drives going and shut down the 'Bama passing game.  So now it's rooting for the West against the East.

Agree.  War Eagle!  Hope Auburn's backs are healthy next Saturday.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on November 25, 2017, 08:56:59 PM
LET CHAOS REIGN!!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on November 25, 2017, 11:05:02 PM
Quote from: airboy on November 25, 2017, 07:00:51 PM

Agree.  War Eagle!  Hope Auburn's backs are healthy next Saturday.

Yeah, hope everyone is healthy.  Going to be rough beating Georgia twice. 

As for tonight, hearing a lot of drunken yelling at my house.  Both my neighbors had Alabama parties today, and I had a big "War Eagle" banner in my window.  Just hoping I don't get a brick through it before the evening is done. 

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on November 26, 2017, 05:03:16 PM
Quote from: SirAndrewD on November 25, 2017, 11:05:02 PM
Quote from: airboy on November 25, 2017, 07:00:51 PM

Agree.  War Eagle!  Hope Auburn's backs are healthy next Saturday.

Yeah, hope everyone is healthy.  Going to be rough beating Georgia twice. 

As for tonight, hearing a lot of drunken yelling at my house.  Both my neighbors had Alabama parties today, and I had a big "War Eagle" banner in my window.  Just hoping I don't get a brick through it before the evening is done.

Highly unlikely if they are actual Bama grads.  But that eliminates 80% of their fans.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on November 26, 2017, 05:18:38 PM
Quote from: airboy on November 26, 2017, 05:03:16 PM

Highly unlikely if they are actual Bama grads.  But that eliminates 80% of their fans.

Oh, almost certainly not.  I've got a lot of friends who are Bama grads including one who was the best man at my wedding.  They're all very good, even headed and reasonable football fans and I've never had a problem having them over for the Iron Bowl, or watching with them at their places.

Our neighbors aren't the kinds of Bama fans mentioned above, and they're kind of jerks in general.  Humorously, right now I'm watching them take down all their Bama stuff from their door and lawn.  Guess the weather isn't fair enough.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on November 27, 2017, 10:40:45 AM
17th consecutive winning season for the Patriots.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 27, 2017, 09:10:24 PM
First for the Rams in 10 years!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Arctic Blast on November 28, 2017, 10:15:45 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 27, 2017, 09:10:24 PM
First for the Rams in 10 years!

Amazing what hiring credible coaches who are willing to tailor an offensive system to their personnel will do, right?

Well, that and Wade Phillips. At this point I sincerely believe that he could construct a top ten defense from a bellhop, 3 traffic cones, a blocking sled, 2 waterboys and 4 bales of hay.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 28, 2017, 10:32:03 PM
He's got a lot better than that to work with in L.A., but, I totally agree with you.   
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on November 29, 2017, 09:21:17 AM
Denver and Houston were nuts to let Wade go elsewhere, especially Houston, where he started his pro career coaching linebackers under his dad, Bum Phillips.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: JasonPratt on November 29, 2017, 03:04:22 PM
Best thing about the Vols season so far: my 10 year old niece writing a birthday card to my Dad, and at the end telling him, "Surprise! Butch Jones fired!"

Her father raised his daughters orange.  :smitten: (To be fair, they've tried to keep up the Razorpig blood, too, since his wife hails from that neck of the woods.)

Hopefully this will count as a seasoning season for our relatively young team, but being destroyed by Vandy... man... I'm glad for Vandy, I always feel sorry about beating up on them every year, but that's a hideous side effect of whatever chaos rituals are throwing Niffle into spasms elsewhere this season.


Incidentally, while I would still bet on LSU for champion tailgate food, I do expect the Volunteer fans could give them a run for the money.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on November 29, 2017, 08:04:38 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on November 29, 2017, 09:21:17 AM
Denver and Houston were nuts to let Wade go elsewhere, especially Houston, where he started his pro career coaching linebackers under his dad, Bum Phillips.


I didn't think he was a great head coach.  As a matter of fact, I loved watching him run the Cowgirls into the ground.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Arctic Blast on December 01, 2017, 03:37:10 PM
^^Yep, he was a terrible head coach in Denver, Buffalo and Dallas. He's just not cut out for it. Pretty much a defensive genius, though. All because he actually tailors his concepts to his personnel. It's sad that so few coaches actually do that, always trying to shoehorn players into their precious scheme and then wondering why it doesn't work properly.  ::)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on December 01, 2017, 10:58:20 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 29, 2017, 08:04:38 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on November 29, 2017, 09:21:17 AM
Denver and Houston were nuts to let Wade go elsewhere, especially Houston, where he started his pro career coaching linebackers under his dad, Bum Phillips.


I didn't think he was a great head coach.  As a matter of fact, I loved watching him run the Cowgirls into the ground.

He actually has a decent win/loss record as a HC (83 wins, 67 losses)  but I wouldn't argue that he's better than average at that position....but as a Defensive Coordinator he should be in the Hall of Fame when he retires. How many defenses does Wade have to turn around in a season to prove that point? That's the man's niche and he may be better than anyone in the league at it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 01, 2017, 11:07:58 PM
Quote from: Arctic Blast on December 01, 2017, 03:37:10 PM
^^Yep, he was a terrible head coach in Denver, Buffalo and Dallas. He's just not cut out for it. Pretty much a defensive genius, though. All because he actually tailors his concepts to his personnel. It's sad that so few coaches actually do that, always trying to shoehorn players into their precious scheme and then wondering why it doesn't work properly.  ::)

Quote from: Steelgrave on December 01, 2017, 10:58:20 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on November 29, 2017, 08:04:38 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on November 29, 2017, 09:21:17 AM
Denver and Houston were nuts to let Wade go elsewhere, especially Houston, where he started his pro career coaching linebackers under his dad, Bum Phillips.


I didn't think he was a great head coach.  As a matter of fact, I loved watching him run the Cowgirls into the ground.

He actually has a decent win/loss record as a HC (83 wins, 67 losses)  but I wouldn't argue that he's better than average at that position....but as a Defensive Coordinator he should be in the Hall of Fame when he retires. How many defenses does Wade have to turn around in a season to prove that point? That's the man's niche and he may be better than anyone in the league at it.


Looks like we're all in agreement.  Harmonious even.  Hug?   :hug:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 02, 2017, 07:05:02 PM
Oklahoma punched their ticket to the playoffs earlier today.

Georgia is on it's way to punching there's.

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on December 02, 2017, 07:18:03 PM
West Florida won again! Semi-Finals, here we come!  O0
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 02, 2017, 08:43:07 PM
Where's my Auburn guys? ;)

And before you are offended, I was pulling for the Tigers today.  Woulda made the 'Bama loss to them look better if they had taken out Georgia.  Now the Tide needs a lot more chaos to get in.  Go Miami and OSU!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: SirAndrewD on December 02, 2017, 09:13:15 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on December 02, 2017, 08:43:07 PM
Where's my Auburn guys? ;)

And before you are offended, I was pulling for the Tigers today.  Woulda made the 'Bama loss to them look better if they had taken out Georgia.  Now the Tide needs a lot more chaos to get in.  Go Miami and OSU!!

Drinking heavily.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 02, 2017, 09:15:12 PM
Yea, if Miami wins, that won't upset things too much.  But if OSU wins, then the selection committee may need new identities.

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 02, 2017, 09:35:58 PM
I think the way to solve the Ohio St - Alabama debate is to just put Southern Cal in and piss off everyone east of the Rockies equally.  Or better yet, UCF :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 02, 2017, 09:55:35 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on December 02, 2017, 09:35:58 PM
I think the way to solve the Ohio St - Alabama debate is to just put Southern Cal in and piss off everyone east of the Rockies equally.  Or better yet, UCF :)

LOL.

I think the real question is whether the committee want's 2 teams from the same conference.  I'm thinking they don't.  But the screwed up royally last year when they put OSU in, even though they didn't win either their division or conference.  If they had put in Penn St (as they should have), then, depending on how the games come out tonight, would be easier to make.

OSU didn't deserve to be in last year, but I think the committee was really wanting an Bama-OSU championship game.  Now, they may have a big mess on their hands. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 03, 2017, 12:02:20 AM
Quote from: MetalDog on December 02, 2017, 08:43:07 PM
And before you are offended, I was pulling for the Tigers today.  Woulda made the 'Bama loss to them look better if they had taken out Georgia.  Now the Tide needs a lot more chaos to get in.  Go Miami and OSU!!

Well, you got half your wish. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 03, 2017, 12:14:20 AM
Hope it's enough *fingers crossed*
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on December 03, 2017, 03:41:12 AM
Quote from: MetalDog on December 02, 2017, 08:43:07 PM
Where's my Auburn guys? ;)

And before you are offended, I was pulling for the Tigers today.  Woulda made the 'Bama loss to them look better if they had taken out Georgia.  Now the Tide needs a lot more chaos to get in.  Go Miami and OSU!!

The game ran really late at night in Switzerland, so I was spared until this morning.  Wisconsin's loss probably put Bama in.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 03, 2017, 07:02:14 AM
here's an entertaining quip I saw on the Twitbox

https://twitter.com/SuperChuck46/status/935657263909367809
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 03, 2017, 11:31:14 AM
Quote from: airboy on December 03, 2017, 03:41:12 AM
Quote from: MetalDog on December 02, 2017, 08:43:07 PM
Where's my Auburn guys? ;)

And before you are offended, I was pulling for the Tigers today.  Woulda made the 'Bama loss to them look better if they had taken out Georgia.  Now the Tide needs a lot more chaos to get in.  Go Miami and OSU!!

The game ran really late at night in Switzerland, so I was spared until this morning.  Wisconsin's loss probably put Bama in.


I wish that were true, but, the narrative from the committee this year will be, 'Conference champions matter.'  I think that for two reasons, one, nobody seems to want two representatives from the same Conference, and two, OSU is as big a name as 'Bama, so, their conscience should be clear ignoring their reasoning for including OSU last year when they didn't win their Conference.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 03, 2017, 01:34:33 PM
Bama vs Clemson

Georgia vs Oklahoma
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 03, 2017, 01:39:08 PM
I'd pay to see that.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 03, 2017, 05:09:39 PM
If Bama and Georgia end up playing each other in the championship game, I think it could end up having one of the lowest TV ratings since the BCS.  That's not a knock on either team, I just don't think most of the country will tune in for two teams from the same conference. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 03, 2017, 08:51:53 PM
I'm not sure either team can get past their first round matchup.  But if they do, how they got there will help drive the story.  Along with the mentor/mentee relationship between Saban and Kirby Smart.  And I have found out there is a Yankees level hatred nationally for Alabama.  I think there will be plenty of eyeballs on their televisions if it's 'Bama/Georgia.  They just gotta get there first ;)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 03, 2017, 08:58:56 PM
I think there are times that the rest of the country feels like 'Bama gets the benefit of the doubt that other teams wouldn't, just b/c they're 'Bama.

2011 is definitely one time that happened
This year is another.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 03, 2017, 09:01:23 PM
'Bama proved out in '11.  '17 is yet to be decided.  And honestly, do you really want to see a Big 10 team shutout for the third year in a row?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 03, 2017, 09:08:00 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on December 03, 2017, 09:01:23 PM
'Bama proved out in '11.  '17 is yet to be decided.  And honestly, do you really want to see a Big 10 team shutout for the third year in a row?

not particularly.  I thought they should've put in UCF just to piss everyone off :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 03, 2017, 09:24:51 PM
I think they should have put Penn State in last year and we wouldn't be in this mess.  Just because it benefits my team this year, doesn't mean I like it.  I would much rather reserve it for Conference champs exclusively.  But they won't do that.  For two reasons: 1) this kind of mess has people talking about it and there's no such thing as 'bad press,' and 2) they have five participating Conferences and only four spots.  If they made it explicitly Conference champs you risk having a multi loss participant and ALWAYS one Conference left out.  This way, they have leeway to include anyone they choose and there's no 'definitive,' way to measure it.  So you'll revert back to 1).
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 03, 2017, 10:00:10 PM
Moreover, if you just put in conference champs, you've got to be prepared for some shitty teams...

Syracuse won conference titles with records of 9-3, 9-4, 8-4, and 6-6.
K State finished as a 10-3 conf champ; so did Colorado.
How about a 7-4 Texas?
Or best of all, your 7-5 Wisconsin Badgers...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Martok on December 04, 2017, 01:25:08 AM
So the Seahawks just drop-kicked the Eagles, which means my Vikings are (apparently) now the best team in the NFC.  ??? 





Someone wake me if/when we actually get to play as the home team at the Super Bowl... 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on December 04, 2017, 06:09:00 AM
lol
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: acctingman on December 05, 2017, 01:07:02 AM
Vikings are legit. Keenum is playing out of his mind and the purple people eaters are dominating.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 05, 2017, 07:16:38 AM
It only leads to disaster
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on December 05, 2017, 07:20:04 AM
Poor Martok.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 05, 2017, 10:46:15 AM
From Stewart Mandel's bowl previews

Quote30. New Orleans (Dec. 16): Troy (10-2) vs. North Texas (9-4). The committee snubbed Troy. Seriously. Just like Alabama, its best win was against LSU. And unlike Alabama, the Trojans won a conference title.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 05, 2017, 07:49:00 PM
Ho Ho Ho Ho Ho!  That's so funny!  I notice that you didn't post anything funny about Ohio State or North Carolina State.  Oh, wait, them not making the Playoff is the funny part.  My bad :P
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 05, 2017, 08:10:46 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on December 05, 2017, 07:49:00 PM
Ho Ho Ho Ho Ho!  That's so funny!  I notice that you didn't post anything funny about Ohio State or North Carolina State.  Oh, wait, them not making the Playoff is the funny part.  My bad :P

1.  I hate Ohio State.  Probably as much or more than anyone here hates any other school

2.  The NC State bowl preview wasn't particularly funny.
Quote13. Sun (Dec. 29): N.C. State (8-4) vs. Arizona State (7-5). Strangely, ousted ASU coach Todd Graham is still in charge through the bowl game. His successor, Herm Edwards, should get a good opportunity here to assess the roster he'll be letting his coordinators coach next season.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 05, 2017, 08:36:46 PM
Just a bit prickly.  I hate getting in the same way OSU did last year.  I really think this thing should be for Conference champs.  Although, if they are looking for the four best teams every year, then Conference champs only goes so far.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 05, 2017, 09:45:41 PM
There's a difference between "best" and "most deserving".  Often they overlap.  Sometimes they do not.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 05, 2017, 09:58:21 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on December 05, 2017, 08:36:46 PM
Just a bit prickly.  I hate getting in the same way OSU did last year.  I really think this thing should be for Conference champs.  Although, if they are looking for the four best teams every year, then Conference champs only goes so far.

I think this is where so many people are scratching there heads.  The first couple of years, conference championships seemed to be important.  The last 2 years though, they don't seem to matter. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 09, 2017, 11:59:50 AM
LETS GO NAVY!!

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Airborne Rifles on December 09, 2017, 03:27:22 PM
I would just like to say, GO ARMY! BEAT NAVY!

That is all.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 09, 2017, 05:33:54 PM
(https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/24900037_1758638837544957_4173749916914021512_n.jpg?oh=813e4998529ead64bb9c2ea8aba61075&oe=5A93EB08)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on December 09, 2017, 05:42:38 PM
West Florida won today! We play in the National Championship game next Saturday! This is only the second year of our team's existence! Go Argos!!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 09, 2017, 06:10:19 PM
And the Sith won  :knuppel2:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on December 09, 2017, 07:35:12 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on December 09, 2017, 05:33:54 PM
(https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/24900037_1758638837544957_4173749916914021512_n.jpg?oh=813e4998529ead64bb9c2ea8aba61075&oe=5A93EB08)

That one took me a second and then...oh boy.    ::) ::) ::)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on December 09, 2017, 07:37:09 PM
Oh and go Baker Mayfield! Nab that Heisman!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Airborne Rifles on December 10, 2017, 12:46:52 AM
(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/fr/cp0/e15/q65/24862633_924570307693099_1207675213012887975_n.jpg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9&oh=a176f47a7ee7c6e1cd9236c842480b00&oe=5A945D4B)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 10, 2017, 08:54:48 AM
AR, did you go to the game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 10, 2017, 12:43:10 PM
https://twitter.com/Allan42021985/status/939880017869312001
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 10, 2017, 06:52:01 PM
not something you see every day

(https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/24852362_1807653462601130_1347577310736786310_n.jpg?oh=22e95a6a9519ee4c05988f716af08b6f&oe=5ABC3D28)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Martok on December 12, 2017, 12:16:05 AM
^  That's actually kinda neat.  Cheers to Colonel-General Surovikin! 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 12, 2017, 11:08:48 AM
fun tidbit about the game, from the Navy side

QuoteIt's a pretty safe bet that Malcolm Perry will be Navy's starting quarterback next season. He's, uh, kind of, sort of earned it.

(snip)

QuoteThe 5-9, 185-pound sophomore could potentially become Navy's biggest star since Keenan Reynolds and emerge as a dark horse Heisman Trophy contender next season. Prior to the final month of this season, he'd been best known as The Guy Who Got Pulled From The Stands To Play Quarterback.

During last season's opener, Perry was a plebe and marched into the stadium along with the rest of the Brigade of Midshipmen, wearing his dress whites. When Navy quarterback Tago Smith went down with a season-ending injury in the middle of the game — and then third-string quarterback Zach Abey was suspended for a violation of team rules — Perry got plucked from the bleachers to dress in (football) uniform as the backup quarterback for the second half. He got into the game late in the third quarter, with Navy up big.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 17, 2017, 10:18:08 AM
(https://scontent.fphl2-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/fr/cp0/e15/q65/25394821_2060610073957824_4730398492130593502_o.png.jpg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9&oh=6f561f76db2b9bd612b18118111404ec&oe=5A8A4E4F)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Martok on December 17, 2017, 01:27:17 PM
LOL.  Poor Cleveland... 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 17, 2017, 02:57:21 PM
Lewis is leaving Cincy at the end of the season.  I appreciate all that he's done to make them a respectable team again, but he's taken them as far as he can.  Good luck to him on his future endeavors.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on December 17, 2017, 03:03:33 PM
Cincy is respectable?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: CptHowdy on December 17, 2017, 03:35:13 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on December 17, 2017, 02:57:21 PM
Lewis is leaving Cincy at the end of the season.  I appreciate all that he's done to make them a respectable team again, but he's taken them as far as he can.  Good luck to him on his future endeavors.

f they had only hired coughlin way back then  :-[

marv stuck around 7-8 years to long. could never get the team to win the big game during the season and most glaringly during the playoffs. sadly the brown family wont pay a big time coach to get this team back on track
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 17, 2017, 03:42:23 PM
Quote from: mirth on December 17, 2017, 03:03:33 PM
Cincy is respectable?

Thirteen losing seasons before Lewis.  So yes, compared to where they were. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 18, 2017, 09:40:50 AM
just saw this picture

saw the highlights of the game, but hadn't seen this specific picture until today

https://twitter.com/BWipp/status/940043241516285952
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on December 21, 2017, 11:32:21 AM
(https://www.grogheads.com/forums/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi0.kym-cdn.com%2Fphotos%2Fimages%2Ffacebook%2F000%2F201%2F985%2Fgaybow.jpg&hash=a84d8f68fcfd3bef099e2cbb3886dbb70559e42d)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on December 21, 2017, 11:33:18 AM
^lmao
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on December 21, 2017, 08:38:17 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on December 17, 2017, 02:57:21 PM
Lewis is leaving Cincy at the end of the season.  I appreciate all that he's done to make them a respectable team again, but he's taken them as far as he can.  Good luck to him on his future endeavors.

I am gobsmacked that Hue Jackson is being talked about as a successor.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on December 21, 2017, 08:42:04 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on December 21, 2017, 08:38:17 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on December 17, 2017, 02:57:21 PM
Lewis is leaving Cincy at the end of the season.  I appreciate all that he's done to make them a respectable team again, but he's taken them as far as he can.  Good luck to him on his future endeavors.

I am gobsmacked that Hue Jackson is being talked about as a successor.

That's cool. He needed something now that he's done with the Xmen movies.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on December 21, 2017, 08:57:56 PM
Be hard to top the last one anyway. And he's dead, so there is that.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 22, 2017, 09:36:59 AM
Quote from: Steelgrave on December 21, 2017, 08:38:17 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on December 17, 2017, 02:57:21 PM
Lewis is leaving Cincy at the end of the season.  I appreciate all that he's done to make them a respectable team again, but he's taken them as far as he can.  Good luck to him on his future endeavors.

I am gobsmacked that Hue Jackson is being talked about as a successor.

it's not like Hue can't coach.  I seriously wonder if Bellicheck could coach that roster
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on December 22, 2017, 11:52:58 AM
Hue has mishandled DeShone Kizer all year and killed the kid's confidence. Even Jeff Fisher might have done better. Hell, 7-9, Fisher's usual, would be a remarkable year for the Browns. And speaking of Fisher (say his name three times and he will appear), Mike Florio on ProFootballTalk.com quipped that if you wanted to add viewership to an otherwise unmemorable game, the loser of Bears vs. Bengals should be forced to hire Fisher as their next Head Coach   :2funny:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 22, 2017, 08:04:08 PM
I liked Fisher in Nashville.  I really thought he was going to be consistently good there.  Then it was a series of mediocre to poor results and out he went.  What really puts a fine point on it for me is the difference in the Rams from last year to this year.  With basically the same skill players, McVay has produced a juggernaut.  And they are fun to watch.  And I hate the Rams.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on December 22, 2017, 09:05:31 PM
Fisher walks and talks like a coach, but he's parlayed one Super Bowl run into two decades of mediocrity. He's a smoother talking John Fox. It's not just the Rams, I read a comparison of the last four QB's who have started for him and are still playing. Each had banner years after Fisher left.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on December 22, 2017, 09:07:18 PM
That surprises me not at all.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on December 23, 2017, 06:48:26 PM
Great finish to the Army - SDSU bowl game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Airborne Rifles on December 23, 2017, 10:16:03 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on December 23, 2017, 06:48:26 PM
Great finish to the Army - SDSU bowl game.

Yeah, tell me about it. I think this one and the Navy game took a few years off my life.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on December 23, 2017, 10:22:59 PM
Quote from: Airborne Rifles on December 23, 2017, 10:16:03 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on December 23, 2017, 06:48:26 PM
Great finish to the Army - SDSU bowl game.

Yeah, tell me about it. I think this one and the Navy game took a few years off my life.

did you go, or just watch on TV?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on January 01, 2018, 11:45:03 AM
NCSU won their bowl game.

Wake Forest won a game without defense over Texas A&M.  That was a fun game to watch if you did not want to have any pesky defense interfere with scoring.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Martok on January 01, 2018, 02:11:24 PM
It is bizarre thinking that the Vikings have a legitimate shot at playing in their home stadium for the Super Bowl next month.  I just can't wrap my head around it.  :o 

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 01, 2018, 03:03:06 PM
You should bet on it, Martok.  Vikes-Pats and the Vikings will finally break the 0-fer they are on.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 01, 2018, 03:07:41 PM
Quote from: Martok on January 01, 2018, 02:11:24 PM
It is bizarre thinking that the Vikings have a legitimate shot at playing in their home stadium for the Super Bowl next month.  I just can't wrap my head around it.  :o

It's looking good for the purple, Martok. Philly may be the only first seeded team in recent memory to go down in their first playoff game, leaving the Vikes with home field advantage. For the record, some of the first football I remember watching was the Vikes vs. Raiders. I had a bet with my dad on that game, loser did dishes. I picked the Vikes because of their cool purple uniforms!

Dang....that was a lot of dishes!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Airborne Rifles on January 01, 2018, 03:20:34 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on December 23, 2017, 10:22:59 PM
Quote from: Airborne Rifles on December 23, 2017, 10:16:03 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on December 23, 2017, 06:48:26 PM
Great finish to the Army - SDSU bowl game.

Yeah, tell me about it. I think this one and the Navy game took a few years off my life.

did you go, or just watch on TV?

Just watched both on TV. Hard to cart a passel of small kids around to cold-weather sporting events :).

I take the older kids to the home games here though. The stadium is walking distance from the house.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 01, 2018, 04:44:43 PM
Well, Michigan just blew the Big 10's perfect bowl record for this year. 

Auburn fell to UCF and LSU lost to Norte Dame.  SEC has not been looking good this bowl season.  Let's see if Georgia and Bama can redeem the conference. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: CptHowdy on January 01, 2018, 05:02:30 PM
so does UCF going 13-0 mean any changes to the playoff format or ranking system in the near future? would love to see them be awarded co national champs. not like it hasnt been done before.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 01, 2018, 09:31:11 PM
While I obviously was rooting for Oklahoma....what a game!!! Gotta be one of the best college football games I've ever seen. Good show, Sooners and congrats Bulldogs.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 01, 2018, 09:40:16 PM
Yeah, that's twice now that OU had been on the short end of dinner fantastic bowl finishes
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 01, 2018, 09:48:28 PM
Tell me about it. Always the bridesmaid.....
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on January 01, 2018, 10:35:14 PM
At least one and perhaps both teams playing for the finals will be teams that Auburn beat.  Not that it matters at all.  After all, satan's children beat UNC last season and the Tarheels are national champs.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 01, 2018, 11:01:46 PM
Chokelahoma. The one one time I decided to back you and choked.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on January 02, 2018, 11:15:55 AM
The Rose Bowl was one of the best games of all time unless you're a Defensive Coordinator. The Tide's defense looked unbeatable last night but their offense continues to limp along so, the Bulldogs maybe the smart bet on the 8th. I've followed UCF all year long and was really happy they won yesterday. Congrats Knights.  O0   But I hear coach Frost is taking his entire staff with him to Nebraska so next year they'll probably be back in the cellar.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 02, 2018, 12:46:52 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on January 01, 2018, 11:01:46 PM
Chokelahoma. The one one time I decided to back you and choked.

Ouch!   :hide:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 03, 2018, 03:43:15 PM
great view of the Rose Bowl during the flyover

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DSf6GunVAAALslW.jpg:large)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 03, 2018, 08:28:36 PM
Always love watching a fly over with the B-2.

During the parade, there were 2 F-35's with the B-2.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on January 04, 2018, 11:12:20 AM
Very Nice!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 06, 2018, 07:22:58 PM
Mariota just threw a TD pass to himself

https://twitter.com/NFL/status/949787075565400064
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 06, 2018, 08:18:07 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on January 06, 2018, 07:22:58 PM
Mariota just threw a TD pass to himself

https://twitter.com/NFL/status/949787075565400064

That's one of the most incredible plays I've ever seen in football....wow!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 06, 2018, 08:30:32 PM
the last time the Chiefs won a playoff game, Joe Montana was their QB.


someone ought to look it up, but I wonder how many players on their current roster were born then...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 06, 2018, 08:48:02 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on January 06, 2018, 08:30:32 PM
the last time the Chiefs won a playoff game, Joe Montana was their QB.


That would be January 16, 1994 against my Houston Oilers. Jack Pardee was the Oiler's HC, Kevin Gilbride was OC, and some dude named Buddy Ryan was the DC. Warren Moon completed another spectacular regular season by folding in the playoffs yet again (which is why I never thought Moon deserved to be in the Hall of Fame). Houston went from 12-4 to 2-14 the next year and completed their betrayal of Houston fans by slinking off to Tennessee a couple of years later.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 07, 2018, 03:54:17 PM
here's a good story for the NFL

http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-quinn-austin-homelessness-fires-20171219-story.html
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 07, 2018, 05:15:48 PM
Sad that I only just now found this article.

https://deadspin.com/why-your-team-sucks-2017-houston-texans-1798427225

The article is pretty spot-on, and the comments are hilariously on the nose:

QuoteRaj:
The saddest part of being a Texans fan isn't that our best QB ever is Matt Schaub. It's that our second best is either the five years of David Carr or the one-year stretches of either Ryan Fitzpatrick or Brian Hoyer.

Grant:
Our best off-season move was getting rid of Brock Osweiler, the dickhead we guaranteed $37m ($21m paid by Texans) not even 12mos ago without ever having met him. We paid $21m to a QB that Cleveland wants to cut but cant (but still just might). Jesus.

Stacy:
Our greatest win in Franchise history was our very first game, when we beat the Cowboys 19-10 thanks to Quincy Carter's cocaine habit.

Andrew:
Also it only usually takes about 1-2 games before the callers on AM radio still say we should go out and sign Vince Young.

Matthew:
Because we have arguably the most talented defense in the league, borderline Top 10 talents at WR and RB and we are destined to forever be 9-7 or worse. Also, because I actually saw people walking around town last summer wearing Brock Osweiler jerseys.

...and on, and on, and on...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on January 08, 2018, 06:28:19 PM
A group of us are playing poker while watching the BCS tonight.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 08, 2018, 06:58:51 PM
Good to see the Tigers representing  :bd:  Now the question is, who are you pulling for?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on January 08, 2018, 07:32:18 PM
I am predicting a SEC Conference team win. Bold I know but, I'll go there. Actually, I'll root for the Tide but feel like the Bulldogs will take it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 08, 2018, 07:52:36 PM
I don't even care enough to watch this year
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 08, 2018, 08:13:59 PM
The only reason I have the game on, is so I don't have to watch another Animal Planet/Nat Geo, etc show that my wife/daughter love to watch.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 08, 2018, 08:15:23 PM
I've yet to watch any football this year myself, of any kind.

Actually, that's not true - I went to my son's school to watch them play, and it was like watching the Texans get beaten up. I think it was 45-0 or something like that.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 08, 2018, 08:19:44 PM
I don't think I've seen the inside of the stadium before, it looks really cool.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 08, 2018, 08:43:19 PM
That's the new Mercedes Benz Dome.  It's impressive.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 08, 2018, 10:02:08 PM
Best part of the game coming up.  The new Black Panther trailer!!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 08, 2018, 11:04:41 PM
No ESPN, so I missed it.  Although, I suppose YouTube will have it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 12:12:16 AM
WOOHOO!!!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 09, 2018, 12:37:55 AM
Congrats, Dawg! What a game!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 06:45:21 AM
Thanks, Steelie!  That was some crazy, crazy stuff.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: airboy on January 09, 2018, 11:08:37 AM
Everyone at poker was unhappy.

I doubt if this college football run will be repeated in my lifetime.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 07:52:40 PM
Me, too.  Nick can only coach so many more years ;)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 09, 2018, 09:08:14 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 07:52:40 PM
Me, too.  Nick can only coach so many more years ;)

Was driving down to a client site this morning and was listening to Golic and Wingo.  They had Herbstreit on and they asked about Saban leaving for the NFL.  Herbie said he doesn't think Saban will ever leave college football.  He loves it at that level.  He thinks when Saban leaves Alabama, it'll be for a broadcasting gig.  In fact, Herbie is hoping it would be to College Game Day. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 09:31:25 PM
I'd love to have Nick go in front of the cameras and show some personality.  It's my understanding that he has one ;)  Saban is 66 years old.  My opinion is that he can live quite comfortably with never going back to the pros.  5 National Championships in nine years and 6 over all.  Every year is a new crop of 4 and 5 star recruits keeping the cupboard full.  Acknowledgment as one of the best, if not THE best, coaches in the game.  Yeah,  I think I could retire happy with those accomplishments :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 09, 2018, 09:39:17 PM
I wouldn't mind seeing Saban slide into Corso's chair when Corso retires. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 09, 2018, 09:45:02 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on January 09, 2018, 09:39:17 PM
I wouldn't mind seeing Saban slide into Corso's chair when Corso retires. 

Corso retired 6 years ago.  They just forgot to tell him.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 09, 2018, 09:47:58 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 09:31:25 PM
I'd love to have Nick go in front of the cameras and show some personality.  It's my understanding that he has one ;)

Saban was on an ESPN roundtable show with Meyer and a handful of other CFB coaches talking about how they would "fix" college football if they had their way, and commenting on different proposals the talking heads were throwing out there on things like eligibility, paying players, transferring schools, scheduling, etc.

Saban and Meyer are both ridiculously smart & articulate, and have clearly spent a lot of time thinking hard about the issues in their sport.  No, they aren't going to cure cancer or stop the arms race or anything, but they are focusing on their sport.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 09, 2018, 09:51:08 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on January 09, 2018, 09:45:02 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on January 09, 2018, 09:39:17 PM
I wouldn't mind seeing Saban slide into Corso's chair when Corso retires. 

Corso retired 6 years ago.  They just forgot to tell him.

He's the number one reason I still watch CGD.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 10:42:28 PM
^ I'd like to see Saban let loose and do Game Day.  While I think he has a personality, and a good one, I'm not sure he would embrace a Corso type role.

Quote from: bayonetbrant on January 09, 2018, 09:47:58 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 09:31:25 PM
I'd love to have Nick go in front of the cameras and show some personality.  It's my understanding that he has one ;)

Saban was on an ESPN roundtable show with Meyer and a handful of other CFB coaches talking about how they would "fix" college football if they had their way, and commenting on different proposals the talking heads were throwing out there on things like eligibility, paying players, transferring schools, scheduling, etc.

Saban and Meyer are both ridiculously smart & articulate, and have clearly spent a lot of time thinking hard about the issues in their sport.  No, they aren't going to cure cancer or stop the arms race or anything, but they are focusing on their sport.

Not a fan of Meyer, more from his association with Florida and OSU, but, if college football were cleaned up, I'd be grateful.  Might even watch a lot more of it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on January 09, 2018, 10:46:51 PM
Saban retire? Hell no! He's got two great quarterbacks for next season, one a Sophomore and the other a Freshman. Every coach should be so lucky.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 10:59:09 PM
Kirby Smart is.  Fromm is going to only get better and Kirby landed THE Number 1 recruit in America, another QB.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 09, 2018, 11:16:06 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 09, 2018, 10:59:09 PM
Kirby Smart is.  Fromm is going to only get better and Kirby landed THE Number 1 recruit in America, another QB.

it would be nice if all that talent translated into wins on a consistent basis

NC State's defense in 2004 went 13 deep on future NFL players (seriously - all 11 starters and the top 2 backups played in the NFL: Manny Lawson, Stephen Tulloch, Tank Tyler, Mario Williams, John McCargo, Oliver Hoyte, Lamont Reid, Pat Thomas, Andre Maddox, etc etc).  And the offense chipped in another couple of players with Chris Colmer, TJ Williams, Brian Clark, Leroy Harris,

They went 5-6 b/c they had a QB that threw interceptions like Mirth throws out pickup lines.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 10, 2018, 06:43:49 AM
https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/ncaafb/lane-kiffin-tagovailoa-would've-transferred-if-he-didnt-play/ar-BBIaTdj?li=BBmkt5R&ocid=spartanntp
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 10, 2018, 09:31:02 PM
LOL

https://twitter.com/Courier_Sports/status/951278785743261696
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 02:23:59 PM
Damn. Jags have a 21 point lead over the Steelers in the 2nd quarter.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 14, 2018, 03:55:37 PM
Jags might have just sealed it with that latest TD to go back up 2 scores.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:01:23 PM
I'm just checking the box score, but Bortles must be having a good second half. His passing yards went from 96 to 214. And Fournette looks like he's having a monster day.

I'm not a Steelers fan, but I was looking forward to having them in Foxboro next weekend. Pretty big upset if the Jags hold on for the win.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 14, 2018, 04:05:25 PM
Quote from: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:01:23 PMPretty big upset if the Jags hold on for the win.

I dunno - division winner, top 3 defense, already beat the crap out of Pittsburgh in Heinz Field...  maybe not as big an upset as we think if we're not looking at reputation over the past 10 years?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: CptHowdy on January 14, 2018, 04:08:40 PM
Quote from: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:01:23 PM
I'm just checking the box score, but Bortles must be having a good second half. His passing yards went from 96 to 214. And Fournette looks like he's having a monster day.

I'm not a Steelers fan, but I was looking forward to having them in Foxboro next weekend. Pretty big upset if the Jags hold on for the win.

jags already put 40+ on em during the season and doing so again in the playoffs. wouldnt consider it to much of an upset. Steelers played in a weak division this year. Bengals and Ravens had 4th quarter leads on em but let em off the hook. They just werent playing well down the stretch and that Patriot game sucked all the life out of them. Wont be surprised if Jags roll into foxboro and get a win. Now that would be an upset.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:10:03 PM
Maybe. Still, to win at Heinz in the playoffs is no small accomplishment.

I do think time is catching up with Roethlisberger. He's taken a lot of punishment over the years.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:10:35 PM
Quote from: CptHowdy on January 14, 2018, 04:08:40 PM
Wont be surprised if Jags roll into foxboro and get a win. Now that would be an upset.

It would indeed
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 14, 2018, 04:23:10 PM
I was kinda hoping the Falcons would win yesterday, b/c that was the only way the Saints would've gotten another home game (after they win today!  >:D )
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: CptHowdy on January 14, 2018, 04:26:18 PM
Quote from: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:10:03 PM
Maybe. Still, to win at Heinz in the playoffs is no small accomplishment.

I do think time is catching up with Roethlisberger. He's taken a lot of punishment over the years.

oh yeah winning on the road especially at heinz field is something to hang your hat on but hopefully the Jags arent content. Jags defense will need to score. I dont see Bortles beating Brady.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:48:02 PM
Crazy final score. I'm guessing some people made out by taking the over.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 14, 2018, 05:07:57 PM
Quote from: CptHowdy on January 14, 2018, 04:26:18 PM
Quote from: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:10:03 PM
Maybe. Still, to win at Heinz in the playoffs is no small accomplishment.

I do think time is catching up with Roethlisberger. He's taken a lot of punishment over the years.

oh yeah winning on the road especially at heinz field is something to hang your hat on but hopefully the Jags arent content. Jags defense will need to score. I dont see Bortles beating Brady.

Nor do I, but.....

The book on beating Brady is pressure, and the Jags delivered a ton of pressure on opposing QB's all season. And when it comes to beating the Patriots, who better to play the Devil's Advocate than Tom Coughlin, the guy most responsible for denying the Pats two more rings and the guy given the most credit for the Jag's turnaround this year? Personally, I will still put my money on the Pats but I think it's gonna be a close game either way.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 14, 2018, 05:29:24 PM
Saints are playing like canned ass right now.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 05:35:59 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on January 14, 2018, 05:07:57 PM
Quote from: CptHowdy on January 14, 2018, 04:26:18 PM
Quote from: mirth on January 14, 2018, 04:10:03 PM
Maybe. Still, to win at Heinz in the playoffs is no small accomplishment.

I do think time is catching up with Roethlisberger. He's taken a lot of punishment over the years.

oh yeah winning on the road especially at heinz field is something to hang your hat on but hopefully the Jags arent content. Jags defense will need to score. I dont see Bortles beating Brady.

Nor do I, but.....

The book on beating Brady is pressure, and the Jags delivered a ton of pressure on opposing QB's all season. And when it comes to beating the Patriots, who better to play the Devil's Advocate than Tom Coughlin, the guy most responsible for denying the Pats two more rings and the guy given the most credit for the Jag's turnaround this year? Personally, I will still put my money on the Pats but I think it's gonna be a close game either way.

Yep. The Jags are a tougher match up for the Pats than the Steelers. Should be a great game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 14, 2018, 06:34:42 PM
Quote from: CptHowdy on January 14, 2018, 04:26:18 PM
I dont see Bortles beating Brady.

As long Bortles doesn't try to beat Brady by himself, they'll be competitive in the game.  Hand off to Fournette, don't turn it over, play great defense, and channel your inner 2002 Bucs, and you'll stay in the game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 08:11:06 PM
Hot Damn! Congrats Vikings!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on January 14, 2018, 08:18:19 PM
Wow, the Saints just knew they had won. It's like they just quit playing.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 14, 2018, 08:31:48 PM
Holy Cow! Way to go, Vikings! Martok's getting drunk, ha!   :peace:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 14, 2018, 08:34:18 PM
Martok has had some lows and highs tonight!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 14, 2018, 09:15:22 PM
Hoping he was level.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 14, 2018, 09:32:55 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on January 14, 2018, 08:31:48 PM
Holy Cow! Way to go, Vikings! Martok's getting drunk, ha!   :peace:

Hopefully with a couple a women  :D
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Martok on January 15, 2018, 02:29:13 AM
SKOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 15, 2018, 06:51:34 AM
A LOT of disappointed people around here that are Saints fans...LOL!!

Never saw the Jags beating the Steelers...wow, that must have been a game.

I did see bits early on of the Pats/Titans. Never thought in a million years I'd ever root for the Titans, but oh, look, the Titans rolled over and died. What a shocker.

Predictions: Pats will beat the crap out of the Jags, and it doesn't matter who wins with the Vikes/Eagles, because the Pats will kill them in the Super Bowl, too.  :buck2:

Hope the Vikings/Eagles game is good. That looks like it could be an old-school throw down.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 15, 2018, 10:05:16 AM
https://twitter.com/barstoolsports/status/952738293438910464
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 15, 2018, 10:05:57 AM
https://twitter.com/barstoolsports/status/952727395680833538
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 15, 2018, 10:07:03 AM
https://twitter.com/mnwild/status/952710353904918528
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on January 15, 2018, 12:14:41 PM
Had all the grandkids over yesterday. Hard NOT to yell, "What The Fu--ing Hell Happened" after that last play by the Saints. I mean, just tackle the guy for the win. "The Miracle in Minneapolis".
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 17, 2018, 01:44:10 PM
Well played

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/26731781_10215795375099773_3538796971540008981_n.jpg?oh=dd504cbb25245058de2f7f818eadf276&oe=5AF5AF2C)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 17, 2018, 02:05:12 PM
https://www.si.com/eats/2018/01/15/david-carter-vegan-diet-lifestyle
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 18, 2018, 08:53:17 AM
When Model decided to move the Brown from Cleveland to Baltimore, his head coach was Bill Bilichick.  His defensive coordinator was Nick Saban.  Wonder what ever happened to those guys.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 06:06:42 PM
Brady does it again!  Awesome game!  Kudos to J'ville, but, Brady ain't the GoAT for nothing.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on January 21, 2018, 06:08:11 PM
Bah! I hope the Vikings win and go on to beat the Patriots!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 21, 2018, 06:08:44 PM
Ho-hum. Another trip to the Super Bowl.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 06:11:36 PM
I've been a quiet Pats fan for 30+ years.  But playing fantasy football has changed my appreciation to individual performance over rooting for a team.  I still love the Bucs and the Saints, but, I really just want to watch great performances in big games.  Nothing would make me happier than for Minnesota to win the whole thing.  Doing it at home.  And handing Brady a loss on the stage he (rightly) feels like belongs to him.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 21, 2018, 06:30:56 PM
The Jags put on a great show. They certainly have no reason to hang their heads. If the Vikings advance, I'll be rooting for them. If it's the Eagles, I want to see Brady and Co. completely dismantle Philly in a humiliating loss for the worst fans in football. 35-0 at halftime versus Philly and I'll still be glued to my big screen.

But ten appearances in the Super Bowl out of 52 for the Pats....damn, that's quite a record right there.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 21, 2018, 06:44:32 PM
When the Jags got that turnover in the fourth and couldn't do anything with it, I knew they had just blown the game. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 21, 2018, 06:49:41 PM
Yeah, I think by the fourth quarter, playoff experience really started to be a factor. Especially after last year's win over the Falcons, the Pats know they are in it until the clock expires. The Jags gave them all they could handle but couldn't close. The Pats...the Pats are closers.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMFwFgG9NE8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMFwFgG9NE8)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 21, 2018, 06:57:03 PM
Quote from: Steelgrave on January 21, 2018, 06:49:41 PM
Yeah, I think by the fourth quarter, playoff experience really started to be a factor. Especially after last year's win over the Falcons, the Pats know they are in it until the clock expires. The Jags gave them all they could handle but couldn't close. The Pats...the Pats are closers.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMFwFgG9NE8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMFwFgG9NE8)

Super Bowl rings are for closers only
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on January 21, 2018, 07:08:50 PM
Wonder what Martok is doing right now.  ^-^
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 21, 2018, 07:22:03 PM
BB, nice new avatar   :bd:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 07:33:53 PM
Can't lose with Uhura :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on January 21, 2018, 07:38:25 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 07:33:53 PM
Can't lose with Uhura :)

O0
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 21, 2018, 07:44:09 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 07:33:53 PM
Can't lose with Uhura :)

I could happily get lost with Uhura. Does that count?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on January 21, 2018, 07:44:46 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on January 21, 2018, 07:44:09 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 07:33:53 PM
Can't lose with Uhura :)

I could happily get lost with Uhura. Does that count?

O0
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 21, 2018, 07:58:12 PM
Quote from: bbmike on January 21, 2018, 07:08:50 PM
Wonder what Martok is doing right now.  ^-^

Getting really pissed about right now.  :tickedoff:
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on January 21, 2018, 08:02:55 PM
Yeah, what's with the Vikings???
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 21, 2018, 09:49:22 PM
Well, that sucks.  I'm with Steelie, I hope the Patriots dismantle the Eagles. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 10:00:50 PM
Just found out I may be the only one pulling for the Pats at the SB party I am going to.  Hope they whoop'em!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 21, 2018, 10:12:20 PM
Martok, m'friend....look at the bright side. At least the Vikings won't be 0-5 in Super Bowls   :P :-\
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Martok on January 21, 2018, 11:06:30 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on January 21, 2018, 07:58:12 PM
Quote from: bbmike on January 21, 2018, 07:08:50 PM
Wonder what Martok is doing right now.  ^-^

Getting really pissed about right now.  :tickedoff:
Still drinking, only I'm at home now.  I left at the end of the 3rd quarter, when the Eagles were already up 31-7 and were about to score again.  The "Minneapolis Miracle" aside, I knew we weren't coming back from that deficit -- not with both our offense & defense playing like they were hung over all ****ing game. 

Speaking of hung over, I got more drinking to do if I'm gonna feel like shit when I go to work tomorrow morning.  Later everyone. 

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Tuna on January 22, 2018, 06:55:14 AM
Quote from: MetalDog on January 21, 2018, 06:06:42 PM
Brady does it again!  Awesome game!  Kudos to J'ville, but, Brady ain't the GoAT for nothing.

Amendola's two catches were awesome, the concentration on both of them. The first one a slight flick upwards of the ball, during the roll to keep it off the ground. Second one, getting that second foot down.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 22, 2018, 07:02:12 AM
Would have been much more enjoyable had Brady and company gotten eliminated. I'm so sick of the Pats.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 22, 2018, 07:25:40 AM
^waaaaaaaah!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Airborne Rifles on January 22, 2018, 07:49:49 AM
Here's to creative problem-solving?: http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/22169776/philadelphia-greasing-light-poles-stop-fans-climbing-nfc-championship-game (http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/22169776/philadelphia-greasing-light-poles-stop-fans-climbing-nfc-championship-game)

QuoteThey've put Crisco on the poles in downtown Philadelphia to prevent fans from potentially climbing them later. Wild scene on the streets here downtown 4 1/2 hours before the game.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on January 22, 2018, 11:03:48 AM
Aveeno would've worked too. Or Vaseline. If you can find any in that town. I hear it's in short supply because you have to wait them to deliver it in the rear... of the stores I mean.  ::)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 22, 2018, 11:34:06 AM
I'm a huge Montana fan, but there really is no question about who is the GOAT

https://twitter.com/AlbertBreer/status/955474990966759424
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 22, 2018, 12:11:15 PM
There's been 52 Super Bowls, counting this year.

On the AFC side, 31 of them have included either New England, Pittsburgh, Denver, or Miami. (and Buffalo, Oakland, and the Colts give you another 11, since one of the Colts games was before they moved to the AFC).  So basically, 7 teams have kind of locked down the AFC over time.

On the NFC side, 29 had either Dallas, SF, Green Bay, Washington, or the Giants, but other than Minnesota's 4-games-o'-never-even-havin'-a-lead, there's not another consistent NFC team.
You get a lot more 'occasional' participants (i.e., more hope for more teams!) in the NFC
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 25, 2018, 08:54:25 PM
 :DD

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 25, 2018, 08:58:36 PM
^that's awesome
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on January 25, 2018, 09:24:03 PM
Fans of 31 other teams will probably quote this video as Gospel for as long as the Pats continue their reign. To some, "satire" is a foreign concept.   L:-)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 26, 2018, 07:19:46 AM
Quote from: Steelgrave on January 25, 2018, 09:24:03 PM
Fans of 31 other teams will probably quote this video as Gospel for as long as the Pats continue their reign. To some, "satire" is a foreign concept.   L:-)

Yup. If Snopes has to have a thing on it then you know there's people out there that think that's for real.  ::)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on January 28, 2018, 09:17:23 AM
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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 28, 2018, 09:33:23 AM
^hahahaha!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 31, 2018, 09:22:10 AM
 :2funny: :DD

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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on January 31, 2018, 11:16:08 AM
The one with Brady showing his 4 SB rings needs an arrow going to his wedding ring with a title of something like 'hot super model wife'
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on January 31, 2018, 08:25:49 PM
https://twitter.com/NFLMemes4You/status/958372623867506688
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on January 31, 2018, 08:32:03 PM
 :DD
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on February 01, 2018, 11:52:23 AM
Very good, and sad.... because it's probably true.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 11:55:45 AM
I have no interest in the Super Bowl this Sunday, tbh. I kind of like the Eagles as I know a few people that love them, but I despise the Pats. On top of that the commercials have declined in hilarity a lot in the last several years.

Besides, the Pats will just pound the Eagles, so who cares.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 01, 2018, 12:39:22 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 11:55:45 AM
I have no interest in the Super Bowl this Sunday, tbh. I kind of like the Eagles as I know a few people that love them, but I despise the Pats. On top of that the commercials have declined in hilarity a lot in the last several years.

Besides, the Pats will just pound the Eagles, so who cares.

That's the spirit!  ;D
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 12:43:40 PM
If I hear the Eagles are making a game out of it, I might watch. But if it's anything like that last minute BS from last year, no thanks.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 01, 2018, 12:45:59 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 12:43:40 PM
If I hear the Eagles are making a game out of it, I might watch. But if it's anything like that last minute BS from last year, no thanks.

The Pats spotted the Falcons a 25 point lead. What more do you want from them?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 01, 2018, 12:57:17 PM
Quote from: mirth on February 01, 2018, 12:45:59 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 12:43:40 PM
If I hear the Eagles are making a game out of it, I might watch. But if it's anything like that last minute BS from last year, no thanks.

The Pats spotted the Falcons a 25 point lead. What more do you want from them?

To have lost that game by over 50 points.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 12:58:00 PM
^ +1

However the Pats lose, to lose in the most humiliating manner possible. :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 01, 2018, 12:59:06 PM
waaaaaaaaaah!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 01:01:05 PM
I'd watch a Super Bowl where the Eagles win 73-0 and keep trying to run up the score as the clock runs out.

To be honest, regardless of outcome, I'd rather watch the Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet.

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 01, 2018, 01:01:22 PM
You asked what we wanted from them. 
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 01, 2018, 01:02:27 PM
My kids have already informed me we're watching the Puppy Bowl.  Though, to be honest, it may be more fun to watch than the actual game itself.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 01, 2018, 01:03:18 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on February 01, 2018, 01:01:22 PM
You asked what we wanted from them. 

It was a rhetorical question. No "Waaaaaaaaaah" required.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 01, 2018, 01:21:22 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 12:58:00 PM
However the Pats lose, to lose in the most humiliating manner possible. :)

That was the '86 Super Bowl after the '85 season...
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 01, 2018, 01:24:32 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on February 01, 2018, 01:21:22 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 12:58:00 PM
However the Pats lose, to lose in the most humiliating manner possible. :)

That was the '86 Super Bowl after the '85 season...

Ha! It sure was.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 01, 2018, 01:29:05 PM
http://www.break.com/video/ugc/chicago-bears-super-bowl-shuffle-rap-song-443793
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 03:16:34 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Sir Slash on February 01, 2018, 04:17:45 PM
I just watch in case a boobie gets loose again. Could happen. Good thing the last one was too old to run away.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Tuna on February 04, 2018, 04:07:10 PM
Quote from: mirth on February 01, 2018, 01:24:32 PM
Quote from: bayonetbrant on February 01, 2018, 01:21:22 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 12:58:00 PM
However the Pats lose, to lose in the most humiliating manner possible. :)

That was the '86 Super Bowl after the '85 season...

Ha! It sure was.

And they rubbed it in, by having the Fridge run in for a TD!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 04, 2018, 04:14:36 PM
Best part of the day is on now.  The Puppy Bowl!!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 04, 2018, 06:16:09 PM
[yt]https://youtu.be/OblwxqKPyLg[/yt]
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on February 04, 2018, 06:17:27 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on February 04, 2018, 04:14:36 PM
Best part of the day is on now.  The Puppy Bowl!!!

Watching The Cat Bowl would be so much more fun.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on February 04, 2018, 06:55:12 PM
There was never a great chance of it anyway, but I will never buy Bud Light again just because of the incredibly stupid "Dilly, Dilly" crappy commercials. Period. That is all. Yes, I'm drinking scotch right now.  ^-^
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 04, 2018, 06:57:38 PM
DILLY DILLY!!!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bbmike on February 04, 2018, 07:13:18 PM
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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 04, 2018, 07:54:48 PM
Tuned it in while doing laundry, when there was about 9 minutes left in the second. Saw a Chris Pratt commercial that was decent (can't remember the beer name, so it wasn't all that great I guess), saw a GMC commercial that was very annoying, and the rest are pretty meh.

'Course the Eagles were winning 15-3 when I tuned it in, and now those retards are letting the Pats score with aplomb, so off it went. I'll check in later just to see, but F that noise.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Gusington on February 04, 2018, 07:58:41 PM
It's actually a good game. The GMC Viking themed commercial was stupid though.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 04, 2018, 08:42:53 PM
I've been underwhelmed with the commercials so far
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Gusington on February 04, 2018, 08:45:42 PM
I'm underwhelmed by this whole Super Bowl but my family wanted to watch it.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 04, 2018, 09:06:08 PM
Yeah, the commercials suck a big one. Maybe they shot their wad in the 1st - dunno, didn't see any of it till close to halftime.

Saw a bit of the Puppy Bowl. More entertaining than any of the SB commercials.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 04, 2018, 09:28:41 PM
The trailers for Solo and Skyscraper were good.  And the one for Infinity War
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 04, 2018, 09:33:30 PM
Took til the end of the 3rd quarter before a commercial I chuckled at. I thought the Giants TD celebration commercial was funny
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 04, 2018, 10:18:30 PM
Well, Lucifer beat Satan.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: DoctorQuest on February 04, 2018, 10:43:15 PM
It will be interesting to see if there is a city called Philadelphia left in the morning.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 04, 2018, 10:49:28 PM
Quote from: DoctorQuest on February 04, 2018, 10:43:15 PM
It will be interesting to see if there is a city called Philadelphia left in the morning.

I saw a funny quip online earlier that said something to the effect of "they're just playing the game to decide if it's the happy fans or the sad fans setting fire to Philadelphia tonight"
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Toonces on February 04, 2018, 10:55:20 PM
Jesus Christ, what a bunch of whining pussies.  Jarhead must be turning over in his grave right now.

"Ohhh, I'd rather watch the puppy bowl, the commercials are better!"

Man alive, just turn in your man card with your log on info.

And yes, I say this and I wear Uggs.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MetalDog on February 04, 2018, 11:10:15 PM
Feelin' our scotch tonight, Princess?
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: MikeGER on February 05, 2018, 04:11:23 AM
i stayed up as long as i could and watched especially the opening ceremonies stuff ( Ha, no one dared 'to politicize' into the face of the 15 medal of honor winner invited) and the first quarter all on the projector. Which was great. like being in the stadium and could actually see the players brawling, the tackles, and the receives and all the details...  got real tired (Pils beer was involved ;-) ) and went to bed to see the rest on a little TV set ....and soon passed out close to the end of the second quarter ...as expected.

one of the bazillion of boring commercial breaks (on German TV) had just killed me. it were always the same few repetitive, maybe a little shuffled.  of course they had tried to add a little 'superbowl flavor' to their cheap adds. like a twentysomething girl hard mongering a dating agency over and over and over again every break and catches a football draped on the cosy sofa, or wares a helmet instead just lying on the same sofa as in the wellknown standard add, and used some football terms in her modified slogan (sport terms that nobody understand here anyway, beside the hardcore fans)...   

by the way
why is it called football, when they only kick a ball as a special tactical move a few times a game
shouldn't it be called American Rugby

and is it allowed to kick the ball when ever a player want. so did someone instead of throwing the football tried to just kick it a very long distance to a receiver who grabs it in the air, and try to run the few missing yards into the end zone?   
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 05, 2018, 06:10:32 AM
Quote from: MikeGER on February 05, 2018, 04:11:23 AMby the way
why is it called football, when they only kick a ball as a special tactical move a few times a game
shouldn't it be called American Rugby

Back when you had "association football" and "rugby football" they morphed into "soccer"/"football" and "rugby", leaving  "football" unclaimed, which at the time of it's invention was far more rugby-like.  Things like the forward pass were introduced years after the game started and was named as "football"

A lot of soccer fans refer to it derisively as "handegg" instead of "football", which is equally stupid.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 05, 2018, 08:38:12 AM
I called it a night early as I had my first gym visit in a very long time to do today, but I should have stuck with it. Gotta hand it to the Eagles. Not a huge fan of theirs but I am if they play the Pats or the Cowboys, I guess. Glad the Pats finally got put down and Brady didn't get yet another ring.  :)
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 05, 2018, 09:02:13 AM
https://twitter.com/DPRK_News/status/960510692859240449
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 05, 2018, 09:39:55 AM
https://twitter.com/AsteadWesley/status/960378578138484737/
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 05, 2018, 09:41:24 AM
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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 05, 2018, 04:55:37 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 01, 2018, 11:55:45 AM
I have no interest in the Super Bowl this Sunday, tbh. I kind of like the Eagles as I know a few people that love them, but I despise the Pats. On top of that the commercials have declined in hilarity a lot in the last several years.

Besides, the Pats will just pound the Eagles, so who cares.

You say that, and yet you watched some of it anyway. And the Eagles won, so that shows what you know. :P

For anyone that didn't see the Super Bowl, including our fellow Grogs overseas, here's Super Bowl LII in 26 minutes. Without the commercials and most of Cris Collingsworth ejaculating every five minutes about how Brady is just soooooo :dreamer: :dreamer: :dreamer: :dreamer:



Funny how a 3.5 hour event can be boiled down to nothing when you take the BS out!
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 05, 2018, 04:56:32 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 05, 2018, 04:55:37 PM
Funny how a 3.5 hour event can be boiled down to nothing when you take the BS out!

Just like a GrogCast
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 05, 2018, 05:02:07 PM
Quote from: mirth on February 05, 2018, 04:56:32 PM
Quote from: BanzaiCat on February 05, 2018, 04:55:37 PM
Funny how a 3.5 hour event can be boiled down to nothing when you take the BS out!

Just like a GrogCast

That's just editing out the "ums" "ahhs" and y'all perguring yourselves.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 05, 2018, 05:02:48 PM
The Patriots have been beaten in the SB this century. All theee teams to beat them are on the NFC East. Is that correct.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 05, 2018, 05:05:19 PM
LOL, Reddit picked up on it too.

https://www.reddit.com/r/nfl/comments/7vccw7/can_we_please_discuss_how_unbelievably_biased/

QuoteCan we please discuss how unbelievably biased Cris Colinsworth's commentary was tonight? (self.nfl)

Submitted 17 hours ago by jerxjeremy

Tom Brady this. Tom Brady that. Gronkowski this. Bill Belichick that. Seriously hope Tony Romo gets a shot at commentating SB LIII.
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: OJsDad on February 05, 2018, 05:08:32 PM
Edwin Jackson, linebacker for the Colts was hit and killed by a drunk driver early Sunday morning, along with the Uber driver.

Turns out the dui driver is here illegally.

http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/22332374/driver-accused-killing-edwin-jackson-indianapolis-colts-country-illegally

Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: Steelgrave on February 05, 2018, 05:10:32 PM
Quote from: OJsDad on February 05, 2018, 05:08:32 PM
Edwin Jackson, linebacker for the Colts was hit and killed by a drunk driver early Sunday morning, along with the Uber driver.

Turns out the dui driver is here illegally undocumentedly.

http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/22332374/driver-accused-killing-edwin-jackson-indianapolis-colts-country-illegally

FTFY   :P
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: BanzaiCat on February 05, 2018, 05:20:27 PM
Was just about to post that. RIP, especially because an illegal did it, AND the f*cker was drunk, too. >:(

https://twitter.com/ToddRokita/status/960540848961347584
Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 07, 2018, 08:11:58 AM
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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: bayonetbrant on February 10, 2018, 09:33:08 AM
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Title: Re: 2017 Running Football Thread
Post by: mirth on February 10, 2018, 09:34:15 AM
^LOL!