Sunday Afternoon Thread: Patriots and Bears vs. Snow
by Brandon on Dec 12, 2010 3:24 PM CST
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PrintIf you still have the stomach to watch football after the Green Bay Packers defeat in Detroit, my guess is that you're probably watching the Patriots and Bears through the snow flakes. But maybe not. It's a big slate with six afternoon games.
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Instant replay
Is going to be completely useless for close sideline/endzone calls.
First blood to the Pats
Somehow, our secondary has to hold these guys next week
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
We're not winning that game
Might as well just start game planning for the Giants
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
by jobe on Dec 12, 2010 3:34 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
I'm just all about low expectations
I told myself at the beginning of the season that I’d just be happy with making the playoffs.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Oh no, NJ Pack Fan is at it again...
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:34 PM CST reply actions
McMoron?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Mikw McMoron.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:37 PM CST up reply actions
Agian
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
OMG FIRE BRENT BIELEMER RIGHT AWAYS
Geez, you have no idea how glad I am the Badgers are 11-1.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:38 PM CST up reply actions
oh geeze. Ive been spelling his name wrong this whole time!
The only glove he needs is a batting glove. - RWShow on Adam Dunn signing.
What's the proper pronunciation of that?
MIK-WUH?
MIK-OOW?
MIKE-WUH?
Just MIK with a silent W?
The mind reels.
by Cheeseandcorn on Dec 12, 2010 3:39 PM CST up reply actions
Mee-kwuh, I think
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Is that anything like Emeka Okafur?
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:43 PM CST up reply actions
Should limit fanposts to people with 100 comments.
People just rage and go right for the fanpost button.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 3:41 PM CST up reply actions
BLAS
I’m going to do the Ask PatsPulpit FanPost over here tomorrow. Think I should do an overview of what I saw today, something like “The Schofield Report”?
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:42 PM CST up reply actions
Just tell them to lay down and lose.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 3:43 PM CST up reply actions
Belichick should sabotage their game plan next week
Teach his guys that they’re not as good as they think and then they start to work.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Or invent a USB breathalyzer
When you hit “Post” or “Publish”, you have to blow – if it reads over .13, it turns your computer off.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
by Clutch16 on Dec 12, 2010 3:42 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
Win.
I like what you did there.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 3:43 PM CST up reply actions
That would solve many, many problems...
Not just here, too.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:43 PM CST up reply actions
LOL!!!!!!
ISWYDTAILI.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:44 PM CST up reply actions
Minnesota also having snow issues.
I wonder if they’ll play in TCF Bank Stadium next week.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:35 PM CST reply actions
They’re playing at Ford Field on Monday.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 3:35 PM CST up reply actions
And general admission is free
after everyone with tickets to the original game is let in.
by Puddleglumed on Dec 12, 2010 3:36 PM CST up reply actions
I meant for the Vikings-Bears game next Monday night.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:36 PM CST up reply actions
That's just bizarre
I don’t see that happening, for some reason.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:37 PM CST up reply actions
Oh my bad. For some reason I totally missed “next”.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 3:40 PM CST up reply actions
They're probably going to
but it would be easier on the Vikes and the Bears if that game was at Camp Randall IMO.
Let’s make it a challenge: Vikes need to get 6 wins tomorrow to play in Camp Randall ;-D
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:36 PM CST up reply actions
LOL.
I’d like to see how that one goes over at B5Q or OTE.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:40 PM CST up reply actions
hopefully Favre breaks his ankle this week.
then Tarvaris can play these next two games and beat the Vicks and Bears
by redraidercominatya on Dec 12, 2010 3:36 PM CST reply actions
Im hoping NE just blows out Chicago
Even if we dont stand a chance against them, Bears fans are WAY too cocky for how lucky they have been.
They wont shut up in Iowa City about how good they are
I always thought that Yoko Ono should be the spokesperson for Motrin
Little, yellow, different, better.
Eh, maybe not…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Subliminal messages?
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:39 PM CST up reply actions
good comparison
with all the picks Cutler throws
by LambeauLeap12 on Dec 12, 2010 3:43 PM CST up reply actions
I think we should root for Miami over the Jets
I like the Jets chances against the Bears better if they’re pissed.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Just for shits and giggles...
Early NFL game scores:
Tampa Bay 17, Washington 16
Cleveland 6, Buffalo 13
Oakland 31, Jacksonville 38
Cincinnati 7, Pittsburgh 23
Atlanta 31, Carolina 10
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
I kind of like Jacksonville
everybody thought they’d have a top ten draft pick, and here they are in position to win their division.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
yeah
Nice to see a team not named ‘Indianapolis Colts’ at the top of that division.
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
I got no problem with Indy
I have a thing for small market, midwestern teams, not sure where I get it from.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Must be a Browns fan...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Incomplete!
McCourty swats away the 3rd down pass.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:44 PM CST reply actions
Oh, just remembered
I couldn’t do a FanPost for some reason, so I posted it as a fanshot. But you guys are invited to my College Bowl Pick ’Em league on Yahoo. The group ID is 17277 and the password is rodgers12.
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
Set name?
For those of us who’ve never done this before, could you explain the process?
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:47 PM CST up reply actions
It's basically like fantasy football
Just the name of your ‘team,’ I suppose.
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
The Jets are broken.
Losing 45-3 will do that…
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:49 PM CST reply actions
Wow ... is that really happening in NY?
Dolphins 10, Jets 0
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:49 PM CST reply actions
who are we rooting for?
I say Jets. It makes that win back in October more impressive
by LambeauLeap12 on Dec 12, 2010 3:52 PM CST up reply actions
No...
Make them need the game against the Bears so we can maybe win the division!
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 3:54 PM CST up reply actions
So who else is looking forward to the Giants game?
Just so every commercial isn’t about a shaver or jewelry?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I'm not a doctor, but I see no way that Rodgers isn't going to pass those concussion tests
With the Redskins concussion, you could tell he just looked out of it. Standing there on the sideline, I just didn’t see that same dazed look in his eyes.
With the big game coming up, I just don’t see it happening.
Yeah, and he played some snaps after it happened. He did look a little messed up when he was trying to stand up though.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 3:56 PM CST up reply actions
"It's about defense!"
Welker for 19…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Welker is killing me in the playoffs right now.
I’m trying really hard not to care.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 3:54 PM CST reply actions
I’m trying really hard not to care.
Hard to do isn’t it? That’s usually been my mentality towards the Packers.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 3:56 PM CST up reply actions
Red zone...
… throw it to Gronkowski, or whatever the hell that guy’s name is.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 3:55 PM CST reply actions
Pulaski's adopted son?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Or just run it in with Woodhead. :)
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:56 PM CST up reply actions
Pitt's defense is saving me so far
25 pts :D
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
I wish we had Woodhead on the Packers
he’d make a great back up for Grant, maybe help start up a 2-back system
I’m talking next year mostly
but yes, cleaning up the o-line is a priority
by LambeauLeap12 on Dec 12, 2010 3:59 PM CST up reply actions
They suck.
How’s that for an answer?
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:56 PM CST up reply actions
What defense?
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:56 PM CST up reply actions
TD Woodhead!
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 3:56 PM CST reply actions
Man the Pats look good.
Chicago’s house, Chicago’s weather, and the Pats are handing them their ass.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 3:56 PM CST reply actions
"Bears Weather"
Man, I hate that shit…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Pat's are getting overconfident
Someone will teach them a lesson next week, I’m sure of it.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Tramon putting Welker's ass in the turf every single 1st quarter play?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Yeah, I don’t see that changing much either. You can’t drop back and throw it 40 times, so the Bears offense is pretty much screwed. And the Patriots have a really strong offensive line.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 3:57 PM CST up reply actions
This is actually very representative of weather in Boston this time of year, too.
We tend to get several big “nor’easter” storms during winter in the northeast. The storms come over the Midwest, cross the Appalachians, and then get impregnated with tropical moisture and then just pound the northeast.
Worst storm I remember well was Valentine’s Day, 2007. A Nor’easter dumped 25 inches of snow in Vermont on one day, and some areas got as much as four feet.
This is as much Patriots weather as it is Bears weather.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 3:58 PM CST up reply actions
I can't believe we're going to lose the division to the freaking Bears.
They’ve got one and done written all over them come playoff time. They’re solid on D (the Pats are doing this to everyone right now) and they can run the ball, play good special teams, but there isn’t anything they do that really scares you. Peppers can destroy a game plan, but outside of that there isn’t anyone on the team you lose sleep over. GB has three guys like that, even now, but they can’t keep it together to run the Bears down.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 3:59 PM CST up reply actions
Reminds you the 2001 season
We were 12-4, and the Bears were 13-3, and they lost their first playoff game to the Eagles.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
The Bears have Peppers and Urlacher on D
We have…more than that. The trick for them has been adapting their game plans to their deficiencies. We’re still expecting Quarless to somehow turn into Finley.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
We don't talk about Israel Idonije
but that guy’s having a great season, and most people put Briggs in that group, too.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Pickens? Raji?
How about Collins? Tramon? Their defense gets props for keeping opposing teams’ scores down. Our defense gets props for “bend-don’t-break” and allowing Rodgers to get in there and work his magic often enough. There’s a bit of a difference…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Good, hopefully they get overconfident..
I can hope….
by redraidercominatya on Dec 12, 2010 3:57 PM CST reply actions
Unlike McCarthy...
… Bellicheat is excellent at keeping his teams from getting complacent. That speech to his team at the beginning of the 4th quarter when they were blowing out the Jets is a perfect example.
Can you imagine McCarthy doing that?
Yeah. Me neither.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:01 PM CST up reply actions
Yeah, I wouldn't even feel safe w/ a 40+ point lead vs NE
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
So playing with the playoff generator and some of the percentages...
We can lose next week, but we have to beat the Giants and the Bears. The NFC East has a couple games against each other.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:02 PM CST reply actions
We actually need to be big Eagles fans at this point.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:05 PM CST up reply actions
We should root for the Cowboys, tonight, right?
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Yes of course.
If the Packers win out, we make the playoffs. The NFC East will lose a game next week with Eagles@Giants.
I think Tampa Bay stands to gain the most from the Cowboys winning though.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:10 PM CST up reply actions
And we want the Vikings to win.
That would be the most positive aspect on our chances at this point. Would give us a net of like 12% gain in chances. :)
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:11 PM CST up reply actions
Sounds like Favre won't be starting
They might have a chance, especially if the Eli of the last 3 weeks shows up
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Yeah.
It could be really interesting. Atleast they might have talks of getting a new stadium now!
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:13 PM CST up reply actions
Rooting for the Cowboys, Vikings and Patriots in the same week?
Excuse me while I go take a shower.
by Cheeseandcorn on Dec 12, 2010 4:15 PM CST up reply actions
My advice to you
Is to find some really good weed.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Knice haknds, Knox
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Mikw McCarthy wouldn't have challenged that play.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:04 PM CST up reply actions
Oh my goodness.
Touchdown New England!
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:03 PM CST reply actions
You're not over at PP?
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:04 PM CST up reply actions
I'm on both
but really, that thread’s going crazy right now.
http://www.patspulpit.com/2010/12/12/1871892/week-14-game-thread-2-patriots-at-bears
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:05 PM CST up reply actions
*and you're overrated.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:05 PM CST up reply actions
and going against a Belichick defense
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
If there were points for whining
Jay Cutler would be freaking Dan Marino.
Wait … Dan Marino would be Dan Marino.
by Cheeseandcorn on Dec 12, 2010 4:09 PM CST up reply actions
Just like the Buckeyes
the Bears are not built to comeback from 21 down.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:05 PM CST up reply actions
YES!!!!!
TOUCHDOWN!!!!!!
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:06 PM CST reply actions
Ruling on the field is confirmed!
The TD stands!
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:06 PM CST reply actions
HAHAHAHAAHAHAA!!!!!
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:06 PM CST reply actions
McCourty for Heisman!
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:07 PM CST reply actions
Might as well...
It’s not like Newton’s going to be allowed to keep his.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
His name...is Boehner. Mmph. Mm. Hahahahahaha!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I'll watch that
but I prefer Steve Kroft over Lesley Stahl.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Tackle after a hold
Nice job 50
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
OK, that was a BS hold
Holy shit
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Another stop for the Pats
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Ah Lovie Smith...
… as much as it sucks that we’re chasing the Bears, it is nice to know that Lovie Smith is buying himself another couple of years in Chicago. It’s not like there’s any danger of them winning a title.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:13 PM CST reply actions
He coaches defense well
and really not much else.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Another incomplete!
This is going to be a disaster of a football game, and the Patriots are going to win.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:13 PM CST reply actions
We're a game and a half behind these clowns?
How?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Including us? :P
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Special teams and relative health.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:15 PM CST up reply actions
I was blocking that
Thanks for bringing it all back…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
How come our special teams can't be that good?
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:14 PM CST reply actions
TT refuses to fire Slowik.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:15 PM CST up reply actions
MM's call, not TT's, I don't think.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:16 PM CST up reply actions
Slocum
Don’t remind me of Bob Slowik
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Oops.
Meant Slow-cum.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:16 PM CST up reply actions
Boo-birds coming out in Chicago.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:14 PM CST reply actions
You'd think Soriano was hopping on special teams out there...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Damn.
But so, so true.
Who’s the Carlos Zambrano of the Bears?
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:15 PM CST up reply actions
I don't think that can be replicated
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Jay Cutler.
He whines at and complains about everyone and everything.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:16 PM CST up reply actions
WOW SO THAT IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE TO HAVE YOUR OL MOVE A DEFENSIVE LINE 3 YARDS DOWN FIELD?!?!?
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:15 PM CST reply actions
This is what it's like to have great offensive line play.
Wisconsin, Big Ten Champions for the first time since 1999...
You'll notice NCAA has no letter for the incompetence within...
by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:16 PM CST up reply actions
Play was going nowhere...
which would have been a 0 or a loss for us, but the Pats still manage to put that in the positive.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:16 PM CST up reply actions
I’ll point out...
The Pats clinch a playoff spot with a win in this game….here’s hoping they put in a bunch of backups next week against the Pack….unless they’re going for homefield…
Homefield though.
But I don’t think their game against us matters too much for their chances.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:17 PM CST up reply actions
Home-field and the division.
The Jets are right behind them and they split their head to head matchups.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:17 PM CST up reply actions
Hell if the Jets lose though.
Could be interesting. But they have the Steelers and the Jets to work against.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:18 PM CST up reply actions
Bret Bielema was Bill Belichick?
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:18 PM CST up reply actions
Before Bill Belichick was Bret Bielema
Wait…what?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Because I couldn't go for 3!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Not saying they’re going to let us win
but maybe it will be a little bit easier….
by LambeauLeap12 on Dec 12, 2010 4:19 PM CST up reply actions
That would have been good from 33!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Has anyone seen TB's schedule?
Detroit, Seattle, and NO.
that’s kind of an issue.
by redraidercominatya on Dec 12, 2010 4:19 PM CST reply actions
Do they have a tie-breaker on us now?
Regardless, I think the only real chance is to win the division.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:20 PM CST up reply actions
TB's chances to make the playoffs scare the NFC East more than us at this point.
We should be scared regardless, but I think TB needs some help from us.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:22 PM CST up reply actions
They're a half-game up on us in conference record
6-3 to the Pack’s 6-4.
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
Yep.
We need to beat the Giants and Bears. That would help us make it.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:23 PM CST up reply actions
That's ok then.
They’re going to lose at least one more game because the Saints are going to be chasing the Falcons right to the end.
They’ll finish 8-4 at best, and if we beat Chicago and NYG, we’re 8-4 too.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:24 PM CST up reply actions
TB has to play Seattle which needs that game badly.
Saints have the playoffs pretty locked up at this point, but they might get a chance to win the division.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:25 PM CST up reply actions
same record as us
dont know about tie breakers
Oh, my
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
AWESOME.
This is what happens to the Bears when they play a real team.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:22 PM CST reply actions
Cutler fumbles
and the ball came loose! The Patriots have the football!
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:22 PM CST reply actions
Keep piling on, Patriots
Don’t stop until Urlacher is in tears and the entire team wants to quit the season.
Wow, how are these guys 9-3?
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:22 PM CST reply actions
Simple
they played Carolina and got lucky against Detroit. TWICE.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:23 PM CST up reply actions
They also got Philadelphia at home, which never goes well for the Eagles. EVER.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:24 PM CST up reply actions
and the Pack committed 18 penalties back in September
by LambeauLeap12 on Dec 12, 2010 4:24 PM CST up reply actions
Jesus, I forgot about that.
And they STILL needed a late turnover to win, in their own house.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:26 PM CST up reply actions
No penalty on that?
Unpossible?
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:24 PM CST reply actions
Show no mercy
I want this team broken
The only glove he needs is a batting glove. - RWShow on Adam Dunn signing.
Wes Welker to the Bears: "I must break you."
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:26 PM CST up reply actions
Tiebreakers with TB
I think the first tiebreaker is conference record.
They are 6-3 in NFC (presumably 8-4).
We are currently 6-4 in NFC (if we win the last 2 games, then 8-4).
Then if you look at common games as the next tiebreaker: ATL, WAS, DET, SF
Our record in those games would be 2-3, their’s 3-2
by redraidercominatya on Dec 12, 2010 4:24 PM CST reply actions
Well, shit.
Back to the division again. Which means we still need the Bears to lose today, to the Vikes, and to us.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:26 PM CST up reply actions
Ideally, the Bears losing to the Vikes would be huge.
by Bush League All Star on Dec 12, 2010 4:27 PM CST up reply actions
I think it's mandatory...
… if we’re going to catch them.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:28 PM CST up reply actions
if they lose to det
that would flip it no?
They're done with Detroit.
They do play what might be a desperate Jets team though.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:28 PM CST up reply actions
In DET?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Well, shit
Hopefully, that D-Line shows up again
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
My mistake.
I thought you meant the Bears.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:30 PM CST up reply actions
And yeah, a loss to Det will flip the situation...
… or Seattle for that matter. But I ain’t holding my breath.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:31 PM CST up reply actions
tb hasnt been impressive
det could pull it off
Is head-to-head a tiebreaker?
I know it doesn’t apply to us against Tampa, but I’m just asking.
'TAAAAAAANNNK!!!' - Any of Francis, Louis, Bill, or Zoey
I am actually thinking that if Bears win next week.
then they would HAVE to lose to the Jets or else they clinch the division.
by redraidercominatya on Dec 12, 2010 4:30 PM CST up reply actions
So I'm trying to figure out how to face the Vikings fans at work tomorrow
I think I’ll just go with the “At least we still have a stadium” comeback…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That works.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:26 PM CST up reply actions
And when it snows like that in GB
The fans show up to shovel Lambeau out for $9/hour. Where were the Vikings fans this week? Nowhere to be seen…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Or they could remove the roof altogether...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
A season sweep
is the only talking point you’ll need.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
or going with a half-broken 40 year old QB as your starter just for publicity
by LambeauLeap12 on Dec 12, 2010 4:29 PM CST up reply actions
And losing 7 games as a result of said QB's awful play...
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:29 PM CST up reply actions
Hooray, Oakenfold!
Good DJ at Soldier, anyway
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I-90 has reopened from Albert Lea to the SD border
must have been one hell of a storm…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:31 PM CST reply actions
I'm driving out that way in three weeks.
Hope this doesn’t happen then.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:32 PM CST up reply actions
Hope so as well
I’m hoping this stuff melts by this weekend. I have to come home!
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:35 PM CST up reply actions
It missed Fargo completely
That’s just weird – if there’s crap snow hitting the Midwest, I always expect it to hammer us. Not this time, though.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Julian Edelman is incredible.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:33 PM CST reply actions
Is everybody on the Pats tring to grow hair that makes them look like D-bags?
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:34 PM CST up reply actions
Edelman has had that hair since college
can’t say.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:35 PM CST up reply actions
Good lord
Yeah, this is looking an awful lot like a D-1 team vs. a D-2 team. Unless we’re talking UM vs. Appalachian St., of course…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Wisconsin vs. Michigan
that was a pasting.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:34 PM CST up reply actions
Wisconsin vs. Indiana, Northwestern, or Austin Peay?
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:35 PM CST up reply actions
Or Michigan
where Wisconsin ran off 380 yards of total offense in the first half and Tolzien was 14 of 15.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:36 PM CST up reply actions
Let's go Peay!
My second-favorite collegiate chant…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Chicago continues to miss defensive opportunities when they come.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:36 PM CST reply actions
Yeah.
Can’t beat the Patriots if you’re dropping INTs.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:37 PM CST up reply actions
Let the blowout continue!
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:37 PM CST reply actions
EXTERMINATE.
EXTERMINATE!
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:38 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
SF 30, Seattle 7.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:37 PM CST reply actions
Glass half full: Holy crap, this has got to be demoralizing for the Bears.
Glass half empty: Holy crap, the Patriots are playing well right now.
Maybe the Patriots will tire themselves out by the next week.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:38 PM CST reply actions
Yeah, Deion Branch must be pretty winded
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Missed PAT
Something went wrong for the Pats. Alert the media
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Calm down everyone..
Bears will lose to NE ans Queens,,
Pack may lose to NE, but will win out and atke the division!
Go Pack Go!
Sometimes nothin is a real cool hand.
I like that the Bears are getting stomped and all
But I can’t quite get the bad taste of that Packer game out of my mouth. And now I have to root for the ol’ gunslinger tomorrow.
He's like a kid on the sidelines!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Is he actually gonna sit out?
Then I have to cheer for Tavaris “Jump Pass” Jackson.
by Charlie Kelly on Dec 12, 2010 4:41 PM CST up reply actions
If he does,
The Vikings are going to win.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:42 PM CST up reply actions
That's the latest scuttlebutt
I’m not holding my breath, though
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
New England is going to kill us next week.
by ThroughBeingCool on Dec 12, 2010 4:42 PM CST reply actions
So your glass is pretty much always half empty isn't it?
by Charlie Kelly on Dec 12, 2010 4:43 PM CST up reply actions
ever since the Favre INT in the 2007 NFC Championship
my glass has been less than half empty.
by ThroughBeingCool on Dec 12, 2010 4:47 PM CST up reply actions
Don't see it like that
Think of it as low expectations. It’s hard to be dissapointed when you have low expectations.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Not my preferred way to go through life
But if it works for you, cool…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
We could steal one
If someone goes around and cuts all their fuel lines early next Sunday. I’ll pitch in for the plane ticket…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
...
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:45 PM CST up reply actions
It kinda sucks to think the Niners and Bears will make the playoffs over us
when we are better than them. Oh well, that’s what you get when you lose to Chicago, Washington, Miami, and Detroit.
by ThroughBeingCool on Dec 12, 2010 4:43 PM CST reply actions
Looks like they're going to be
only one game out after today. I think it just might happen.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Congratulations!
You’ve just won:
1)an ass whooping on national TV in the playoffs
2) a lower draft pick
3) two more years of Mike Singletary and his merry-go-round of offensive coordinators.
They’d be better off missing the playoffs.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:55 PM CST up reply actions
And Atlanta
If you’re gonna drink the Drano, really drink that shit!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Seattle or St. Louis are coming out of that division.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:46 PM CST up reply actions
maybe the bears thought the game was tomorrow
and in detroit
Or someone told them they could play Cover-2 and get away with it
Truthfully, I like our aggressive man vs. the vanilla BS these Bears are putting out there right now
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Y'know
We probably should have lost to Detroit the first game. Appreciate the breaks we got in that game.
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
^^^GET HIMMMM!!!!!!
j/k
"Vince Wilfork's blood type is penne arrabiata"
by Shamalamadingdong on Dec 12, 2010 4:52 PM CST up reply actions
How in the world can the announcers see what the yard lines are?
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 4:52 PM CST reply actions
Tecnological trickery
They showed the cheat sheet earlier
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
*Technological
Time to turn the lights on…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
You know if GB wins out.
then they still have very good odds of being the 2 seed.
by redraidercominatya on Dec 12, 2010 4:56 PM CST reply actions
and why not?
only tough team is the patriots, and we certainly play to the level of other teams.
The only glove he needs is a batting glove. - RWShow on Adam Dunn signing.
just pointing something out, settle down.
we would need about 2 things to go our way to be the 2 seed if pack did indeed win out.
by redraidercominatya on Dec 12, 2010 4:58 PM CST up reply actions
The Giants are a tough team too
and I hate to say it, but the Bears will be a tough game as well. We have no easy games left on the schedule.
Towlieppan: "You wanna throw high?"
True
If Atlanta loses the remainder of their games and the Packers win all of theirs, they’d be tied at 11-5.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:57 PM CST up reply actions
I said something similar before the Atlanta game...
… at this point I’d take 2 of 3 and a competitive game against the Pats.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:57 PM CST up reply actions
CBS thinks we'd rather watch the Jets/Phins instead of the bears getting hammered.
Fail.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 4:58 PM CST reply actions
They don't know the secret desires of Packer fans.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:58 PM CST up reply actions
This really pisses me off.
I don’t have any fantasy players going in this game even. I had 4 in the Pats/Bears game.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:00 PM CST up reply actions
If you have BJGE
start him.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:02 PM CST up reply actions
Lost Dez Bryant...
… so I had to throw Knox in, sadly.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:04 PM CST up reply actions
Agreed
Watching the Dolphins is like rape to my eyes.
by Charlie Kelly on Dec 12, 2010 4:59 PM CST up reply actions
Well in case anybody is wondering
We are rooting for the Jets, it could potentially help with tiebreakers.
by Puddleglumed on Dec 12, 2010 5:01 PM CST up reply actions
Jets are goin' to the Super Bowl!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I've still got Patriots-Bears.
Maybe that’s because I live in an area which is mostly Patriots fans.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 5:02 PM CST up reply actions
**** Shonn Greene.
- him straight to hell.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 4:59 PM CST reply actions
OOOH!
Tonight on 60 minutes: Jerry Jones!
Make sure you tune in, everybody!
"Vince Wilfork's blood type is penne arrabiata"
by Shamalamadingdong on Dec 12, 2010 5:00 PM CST reply actions
It's important!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I only watch 60 minutes for Andy Rooney's incoherent ramblings
by Charlie Kelly on Dec 12, 2010 5:03 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs
I understand.
Got to see him complain about how hard it is to open a bag of chips after failing to open one.
"Vince Wilfork's blood type is penne arrabiata"
by Shamalamadingdong on Dec 12, 2010 5:04 PM CST up reply actions
Vontae Davis...
Bad memories of him intercepting Donovan in 2007…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:02 PM CST reply actions
HA!
Patriots, last 6+ quarters: 81 points
Jets, last 6+ quarters: 6 points
But the Jets have so much talent
lone1c from PatsPulpit.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:05 PM CST reply actions
Ronnie Brown....
…. looks like he’s wearing 15lb shoes. When did he get so slow?
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:06 PM CST reply actions
Since the Bears have already lost...
… I hope to hell they score at some point. My fantasy opponent loses 8 fantasy points the moment the bears get that goose egg off the board.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:07 PM CST reply actions
Done.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 5:10 PM CST up reply actions
Sweet.
Now they can get back to getting their asses kicked.
(I don’t suppose it was Knox? That would be a nice little bonus.)
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:11 PM CST up reply actions
Nope.
Running play.
I’ll keep you guys updated on this game, as I’m probably the only one still getting Patriots-Bears on TV.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
State high point count: 3/50
GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 5:14 PM CST up reply actions
My opponent has the Bears D
But I don’t think it’s going to be enough to recover from Rodgers going down. And starting Driver over Garcon. And Welker. And Malcom Floyd.
by Puddleglumed on Dec 12, 2010 5:23 PM CST up reply actions
I think
they said the Bears’ game plan was to “attack their strengths.”
Let’s do the opposite of that, please.
"Vince Wilfork's blood type is penne arrabiata"
by Shamalamadingdong on Dec 12, 2010 5:08 PM CST reply actions
Antonio Cromartie gets mowed down after fielding a punt.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:08 PM CST reply actions
they just showed Pack-Lions "highlights" on CBS
are they trying to make me slit my wrists on my birthday?
My cousin
wanted the Patriots to lose their final regular season game on his birthday in 2007.
Sadly, I couldn’t stop him from using DOOM DESIRE and the Patriots lost in February.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:10 PM CST up reply actions
Happy birthday!
1/2 gallons of Bushmills are only $50 or so. If you hurry, you can kill half of one before your birthday is officially over.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Thank me later
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Did somebody say comeback?
"Vince Wilfork's blood type is penne arrabiata"
by Shamalamadingdong on Dec 12, 2010 5:11 PM CST reply actions
Don't call it that...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
6 points, 7 punts, 5 turnovers for the Jets since the Patriots game.
How to implode, presented proudly by the New York Jets.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:11 PM CST reply actions
There's a big difference from implosion
and not showing up, really.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:17 PM CST up reply actions
"Sanchez is competing..."
My sophomore year of high school, our track coach got sick of hearing our senior star call everyone a loser. He told him, “There are no losers here – there are competitors!” So for the rest of the season, this guy went around calling everybody “competitor”. “Way to get out of the blocks, you fuckin; competitor!”
I learned a lot from that guy…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Like how not to be a jackass?
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:16 PM CST up reply actions
How to run a 400, more than anything
But looking back on it, he was a conceited prick. I kinda knew it at the time, but >mumble< years later, I’m convinced of it. His mom was a really nice person, too – she always showed up at every meet with snacks for everyone. Made it tough to hate the guy.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Milwaukee's CBS affiliate knows what Packer fans need this evening.
Watching the Bears get disemboweled.
I will watch that any day.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:18 PM CST up reply actions
Chad Henne, I've seen some good quarterbacks in my life
and you are NOT a good quarterback.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:18 PM CST reply actions
I'm watching Broncos-Cardinals
and the Broncos are getting beat by some QB named Skelton. Never heard of him, but it is a bit of therapy to watch a Bronco team that sucks more than the Packers today.
I'd like to think that "Studesville" was my hometown
But it really wasn’t…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
If they're losing to Wisconsin
I care…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:23 PM CST up reply actions
Well, that's just embarrassing.
Minnesota losing to UMD, I mean.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:42 PM CST up reply actions
Duluth has a good team
Better than the Gophers, and probably better than SCSt. Not better than UND or WI, tho…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
UMD being better than UND would be rather shocking
I remember when I went to a UW-UMD game. A brawl broke out before the Badgers won 5-1…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:45 PM CST up reply actions
Mostly because there's nothing better to do in Duluth than fight, fish, or fuck
Drinking enhances all of those things, incidentally…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
To who?
St. Cloud St.?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Could they lose at something, please?
Their fans are starting to get annoying.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Just remind them that their "Big Ten Champion" football team is playing in the...
… weed-whacker nobody gives a shit bowl.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:30 PM CST up reply actions
Dear CBS-
A “more competitive game” is not automatically more compelling. Both of these teams suck. Please change it back to the Bears blowout.
Love and kisses-
Clutch16
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Wow.
Anyone else see the guy on the Jets sideline trip the Phins player on the punt coverage play?
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:29 PM CST reply actions
He's getting a raise
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Sad thing is
that’s probably true. Here’s hoping the league shuts that mofo DOWN.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:30 PM CST up reply actions
I wouldn't blame him if he didn' move, I guess....
… but he pretty clearly stuck his knee out.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:30 PM CST up reply actions
That was so blatant
if an NBA official had been there, that’s have been a flagrant 2.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:31 PM CST up reply actions
Unless he had money on the Jets...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
sad but true, man
sad but true. Or if the Jet had been LeBron James…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:32 PM CST up reply actions
There was a really disgusting shot taken in the Jets-Phins game
Jets, you ever wonder why I hate you? That’s why.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:29 PM CST reply actions
SF 40, SEA 14
Wow, that was a disaster.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:30 PM CST reply actions
What a terrible play
Packer fans – next time you wanna bitch about MM’s calls, look at that again
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I think I'd punch fireman Ed after about 10 minutes if I had to sit next to him.
Jeez that must get annoying, Jets fan or not.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:34 PM CST reply actions
Agony? No...
… it’s justice, Jerry, justice.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:35 PM CST reply actions
If the Patriots weren't so good...
… I’d look at the Cowboys and Brett Favre and say that 2010 was the year that hubris got kicked in the groin in the NFL.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:36 PM CST reply actions
Patriots really weren't supposed to be like this at all
rebuilding? Yeah right. 2002, 2005 and 2006 were rebuilding.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:37 PM CST up reply actions
Y'wanna know what I hate about the Jets?
Fireman fuckin’ Ed. He’s an obnoxious prick who shows up in at least one camera shot every Jets home game. You know who had more class? The Hogs, the Dawg Pound, and the fucking Superfans. Fireman Ed is an attention whore, and he’s the absolute best thing the Jets can promote. They can sit on a switchblade.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Fireman Ed = Ronnie Woo Woo
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
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GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 5:38 PM CST up reply actions
Pretty much
But we don’t have to see/hear HWSNBN every single game. At least Fireman Ed pays his own way into the stadium…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
oh no.... don't make me think of Ronnie WooWoo.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:39 PM CST up reply actions
That sentiment
Is pretty much universally-held. We still need someone to preach it to the young drunks and Chicago sports radio.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Um, so I left the house for a bit, and for some reason CBS is now covering the Jets game? Why? And since when did they ever switch from games that were blowouts?
Since 83-20 happened.
Wait, WHAT?
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:39 PM CST up reply actions
Learned it from their NCAA Tourney producers...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
For real this sucks. All I’ve seen thus far is both the Dolphins and Jets basically go 3 and out, over and over again.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 5:41 PM CST up reply actions
It's an awful game.
See above
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
It's like watching the Packer/Lions game...
… only without the rooting interest and pain.
In other words, boring enough to make me watch Indiana Jones on USA.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:45 PM CST up reply actions
Of course, Raiders is pretty much the perfect movie.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:46 PM CST up reply actions
Except the enormous plot hole...
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Wait, there was plot in that movie?
I was unaware such a thing existed…
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:48 PM CST up reply actions
#6
http://www.cracked.com/article_18658_6-movie-plots-that-could-have-been-solved-in-minutes.html
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
See...
… this is why people hate Cubs fans.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:48 PM CST up reply actions
They hate us for showing up in droves, drinking all of their beer
And refusing to be cowed by over a century of futility. Other than that, they have no excuse – it’s not like our team beats anybody…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Not at all.
If you didn’t do that, we couldn’t sign…. well, Jeff Suppan. But the fact that our GM sucks isn’t your fault, and the money is still nice.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:51 PM CST up reply actions
Wanna trade GMs?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Nah.
Melvin likes big contracts for old, fading players, but not as much as your guy. So I’ll take him over Hendry.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:54 PM CST up reply actions
At least he limits it to 2 or 3 years
Hendry hasn’t met a back-loaded contract for a 30+ year old he wouldn’t sign. It’s kind of nice to see him being held to standards aside from “We wanna sell the team to the highest bidder – do your worst!”, though…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Tom Brady is 24 of 37 for 325 yards and 2 touchdowns today.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:39 PM CST reply actions
Drew Brees just threw an interception.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:41 PM CST reply actions
And then do the same on 4th down
God, this game sucks – neither of these teams want to play it. Why show it?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
we do that way too much too
The only glove he needs is a batting glove. - RWShow on Adam Dunn signing.
Don't insult good games by putting Mark Sanchez in the same sentence as them.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:46 PM CST up reply actions
Haha he’s had some good games. He doesn’t always look completely over his head out there.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 5:50 PM CST up reply actions
So have the Pats called off the dogs?
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:47 PM CST reply actions
yea
you know how i can tell? bears are movin the ball
St. Louis 3rd and 1 at the NO 1...
Come on!
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:49 PM CST reply actions
Man, I just can’t stop thinking about our game earlier. Why couldn’t we just line up in a goaline and sneak the ball on 3rd, hopefully getting the 1st down. And if we didn’t get it, one would have to assume that you’d at least make up SOME ground, which would presumably allow you to sneak for the 1st again on 4th.
Oops, I suppose I should specify that I’m talking about our last possession.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 5:52 PM CST up reply actions
And if you really wanted to try the deep shot in the hopes of catching the Lions off guard...
… why not try it on 2nd or 3rd and 1 when you still had a shot at getting the 1st down and prolonging the game if the gamble didn’t work.
That’s what I find most troubling. When you’re losing in the NFL, especially late, you always take the play that prolongs the game. McCarthy doesn’t seem to know that.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 5:53 PM CST up reply actions
I really want to watch those last two offensive plays again
I just can’t believe that those receivers were the only options on the play.
Towlieppan: "You wanna throw high?"
They weren't
The 4th down play was designed and called from the sideline. No bitching at the players about that one…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That play was designed to go to Jennings from the snap
It was an obvious attempt to “catch the defense napping” as well as “give the inexperienced QB some confidence”. Didn’t work either way – blame MM for that POS
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Agreed. He threw it as soon as he could tell there was no safety over the top, which tells me Jennings had to be the target there.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 6:03 PM CST up reply actions
Even if there was other guys open, I’m pretty positive Jennings was probably the #1 option there. I’m sure if there was no safety help over the top, Flynn was told to go to Jennings. And in this case, Jennings even had a step on the guy.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 6:02 PM CST up reply actions
In that case
I disagree with the play call, but hell. Jennings did actually have a step on the guy so if Rodgers is the QB there, it probably works. I don’t know, I guess I think it’s a shared failure on the play.
Towlieppan: "You wanna throw high?"
Not a bad call if Rodgers is in but do you really go for it all with Flynn? I don’t know I guess.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 6:06 PM CST up reply actions
That's the thing
You’ve got a touch pass for a long TD – do you think your big, dumb LSU product is gonna be able to do that without practice snaps?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Honestly, I've got to wonder if that had something to do with MM's thinking
By that I mean, is MM sitting there thinking, I’ve got maybe a 50% chance that Flynn can make this throw, but if we stay with short stuff, it’s that many more passes that Flynn can f*ck up on. It’s no guarantee that the Packers would score if they pick up that first down.
Towlieppan: "You wanna throw high?"
I thought about this too, and bet that, that’s probably the case but he had actually been doing alright on that drive (and really the whole time he was in). I don’t know, it just seemed like McCarthy was calling things as if we had much, much less time left in the game.
There’s no reason we shouldn’t get a first down after a 9 yard gain on 1st down, and I think us not doing so had a lot to do with McCarthy’s play calling.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 6:14 PM CST up reply actions
If it was a test
It was a crappy one. If Flynn were better than Rodgers, he’d be starting.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Oh come on
You don’t have to be “better than Rodgers” to complete that pass. You don’t even have to be “better than Matt Hasselbeck” to complete that pass. Was it a risk to give Flynn the option to throw that? Yes, but if MM didn’t think he had at least an even chance of completing it he wouldn’t call it.
Towlieppan: "You wanna throw high?"
That was very truncated
Mostly due to deleted ranting. You’re right – it’s not a fair comparison. However, I don’t think you can expect a guy who has had no success in anything other than slants and screens to all of a sudden put that ball in a perfect spot on 4th down on the road. If MM was using that particular play call to give him valuable insight about his backup QB, then it proves that he is measuring talent based upon unrealistic yardsticks.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
McCarthy said that he called it from the sideline.
What an idiot move. Even if it worked it would have been stupid on 4th and 1.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 6:16 PM CST up reply actions
Gotta admire the honesty
Does this mean that we are gonna blame our missing the playoffs on injuries?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That would only
be if we were Minnesota Vikings fans.
No, there’s no excuse for today. We didn’t show up at all.
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 6:20 PM CST up reply actions
Agreed
We were asleep the entire game. It was more annoying than anything else. I couldn’t get excited about the game because it was obvious our guys couldn’t, either.
I’m left wondering if that was a by-product of the Bears game, though. We made it obvious then that our young team could be baited into committing multiple penalties on the road, so we’re now adopting a stoic attitude to division road games.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That's a loser's mentality
If we miss the playoffs, it’s because of our inability to finish out games.
Towlieppan: "You wanna throw high?"
I'm curious how many times we tried shotgun draws
It seemed like we did one every second down for a loss of two every series.
by Charlie Kelly on Dec 12, 2010 6:03 PM CST up reply actions
Seemed that way
From about the middle of the 2nd quarter on. And it didn’t matter if it was to Starks of BJax – it just doesn’t work! FFS!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Yep. Seems like we did any time we were in a 2nd and short situation (1-4 yards) or any time we were in 2nd and long.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 6:05 PM CST up reply actions
Exactly. I just hated that 2nd down play call. That draw play to Jackson almost never nets a positive gain (hell, he’s lucky to even get back to the line of scrimmage). Why not just keep letting Flynn hit the underneath throws like he had done the last three plays?
It’s just another example of McCarthy trying to “trick” the defense. It’s just so frustrating.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 5:56 PM CST up reply actions
It was like he was calling plays as if we only had 30-40 seconds left with no time outs. Ah man, I should probably just stop. I know I’m no NFL coach, and that it’s easy for me to sit at home and rip McCarthy a good one but some of the things he does just seem so wrong to me.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 5:59 PM CST up reply actions
Wow, that was worse than a Favre interception right there
Nice work Cutler!
id say even
didnt throw across his body while in gw field goal range
From PatsPulpit's game thread...
Jay Cutler…even in prevent defense he manages to throw a pick
by lololol on Dec 12, 2010 5:54 PM CST reply actions
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by OBrienSchofieldismyHero on Dec 12, 2010 5:55 PM CST reply actions
"Tipped at the line" Ian
“Tipped at the line”
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Man, how many passes has Sanchez had batted down? Is this Jets offense really going to be able to do anything against the Bears next week? By the way, where is that game?
Two weeks from now
and it’s in Jersey
"Tragedy is what happens to me. Comedy is what happens to you." -Mel Brooks
Fireman Ed is sad
We should all be sad. That we’re watching this crap…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Jets lose!
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
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GO BADGERS! WIN THE ROSE BOWL!!!!!
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Dec 12, 2010 6:20 PM CST reply actions
Interior linemen...
… GB really needs to address it’s O-line. Wells is a warrior, but he’s small, aging and he struggles against big, athletic DTs. Colledge is a bad starter, and Spitz, who I had hope for as a potential answer between the tackles, was so bad today he got benched after Colledge went down. We need an LT or RT (wherever Bulaga doesn’t stick), a Guard (like right now; or even a year ago) and a Center in the next 18 months or so (or sooner if it’s an upgrade). The only guys I wouldn’t be looking to replace in the next two years are Sitton and Bulaga.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 6:35 PM CST reply actions
Only 'cuz they're young
Sitton has more experience than Bulaga, but they’re both still young. Putting them on the same side versus an oversized D-Line is gonna hurt.
I’d look for a slower refresh than anything else – get another guard high in the draft and move Sitton over to the other side. Then a center the next year and a tackle the next. That O-Line will be something else in 2013-17, man…
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I don't think we can wait 3 years for a tackle.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 6:41 PM CST up reply actions
You may be right
Plug our biggest O-Line problems into that equation wherever you want, but I’m still seeing Wells as our C for at least another year.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Yeah, I don’t see how we’re going to be able to find 3 new, quality guys (quality being the key word there). I agree on drafting a C/OG early. I’m starting to think that’s more of a need than OLB or OT. If we could draft one early, and then pick up a OG in FA our OL could be much better. I’m not sure what’ll be available for interior guys in FA, but if there is a guy or two worth picking up, I really, really hope Thompson will sign him. It could really, really help the offense out.
by packallday555 on Dec 12, 2010 7:03 PM CST up reply actions
They could potentially fill the interior line spot through free agency....
… if Thompson can be talked into admitting that it exists.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 7:18 PM CST up reply actions
I agree with that...
… but they’ve got to make a move at guard and T this offseason. The tackle probably won’t need to start next year, but if the Guard doesn’t, it’s going to be hard to turn that ground game around next year.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Dec 12, 2010 7:17 PM CST up reply actions
'Boys-Iggles yap
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
you should have let us win, lol
good game tho
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