The NFL Thread V3: 2022! It's Happening!

[Zurkerx]

I'm starting to get worried for the Ravens. To be clear, I will absolutely take a 3-game division lead for the Steelers. I'm quite happy with that. But honestly, as much as there is plenty of bad blood to go around when the Steelers and Ravens play each other, I think the Ravens are a well-run organization and I have a grudging respect for them. But their offense doesn't seem to have the spark it did last year. Something seems off. And for what it's worth, I'd like to see them stay in second place in the North over those Ohio teams. I have way more beef with the Bungles than I do with the Ravens, and, well, the Browns are the Browns and I'd like to go back to laughing at them every year

I think I know why the Ravens lack that spark: teams can read them now, and that's because of their OC Greg Roman. If I recall hearing on a sports channel, he was with the 49ers where he helped Kaepernick excel to the Superbowl but after that, teams could easily read the team. So, it seems Roman lacks the ability to adjust and innovate his playbook- a one hit wonder essentially.

Someone let Wilson cook while drunk...

God Damn, that was an awful performance- and it killed me in fantasy. And the Eagles, eh, that bird has been shot and is falling from the sky. They won't be NFC East Champs this year but god only knows who will win that flaming garbage division.

The biggest crime this year will be the Eagles getting flipping 4th place in the NFL despite having a terrible record. They should just be told that they are not playing in the playoffs. That’s shameful. I don’t see them going 7-9.

I don't even see us getting 5-6 wins. The only teams I see us beating at this point are the Cowboys and maybe the Redskins: we have an extremely tough schedule, with the remaining teams being the Browns, Seahawks, Packers, Saints, and Cardinals. We're not getting it this year. The Giants seem likely to get it this year although anyone in the NFC East will be steamroll in a heartbeat.

[Kohr]

I'm starting to get worried for the Ravens. To be clear, I will absolutely take a 3-game division lead for the Steelers. I'm quite happy with that. But honestly, as much as there is plenty of bad blood to go around when the Steelers and Ravens play each other, I think the Ravens are a well-run organization and I have a grudging respect for them. But their offense doesn't seem to have the spark it did last year. Something seems off. And for what it's worth, I'd like to see them stay in second place in the North over those Ohio teams. I have way more beef with the Bungles than I do with the Ravens, and, well, the Browns are the Browns and I'd like to go back to laughing at them every year

I think I know why the Ravens lack that spark: teams can read them now, and that's because of their OC Greg Roman. If I recall hearing on a sports channel, he was with the 49ers where he helped Kaepernick excel to the Superbowl but after that, teams could easily read the team. So, it seems Roman lacks the ability to adjust and innovate his playbook- a one hit wonder essentially.

That's an interesting hypothesis.

I'm starting to get worried for the Ravens. To be clear, I will absolutely take a 3-game division lead for the Steelers. I'm quite happy with that. But honestly, as much as there is plenty of bad blood to go around when the Steelers and Ravens play each other, I think the Ravens are a well-run organization and I have a grudging respect for them. But their offense doesn't seem to have the spark it did last year. Something seems off. And for what it's worth, I'd like to see them stay in second place in the North over those Ohio teams. I have way more beef with the Bungles than I do with the Ravens, and, well, the Browns are the Browns and I'd like to go back to laughing at them every year

Haha fair enough! I'm not quite worrying yet, I think the Patriots are better than their record shows honestly. Baltimore's got Action Jackson, and the worst I can see them finishing is 10-6. That said, maybe not a super bowl squad this season?

Also, don't know if anyone watches this guy(he does cuss a bit) but he knows his stuff and has contacts with a lot of analytics people. I like to watch him when he breaks down film and such.

Yeah, I watch him too! I use his channel to try and understand playcalling better, but, you know, it's kind of hard for a guy who hasn't taken the field in his entire life.

[Jerzylvania]

I'm starting to get worried for the Ravens. To be clear, I will absolutely take a 3-game division lead for the Steelers. I'm quite happy with that. But honestly, as much as there is plenty of bad blood to go around when the Steelers and Ravens play each other, I think the Ravens are a well-run organization and I have a grudging respect for them. But their offense doesn't seem to have the spark it did last year. Something seems off. And for what it's worth, I'd like to see them stay in second place in the North over those Ohio teams. I have way more beef with the Bungles than I do with the Ravens, and, well, the Browns are the Browns and I'd like to go back to laughing at them every year

1. Marshall Yanda retired, he was the leader on the o-line. Lost two starters to injury on this same o-line, including all pro Ronnie Stanley, out for the year.
2. Ingram's got a bad ankle. We're now down to one TE as Nick Boyle was injured last night.
3. D-line is depleted. Calais Campbell injured reserve, Brandon Williams injured.
4. CB position has been depleted with injuries.
5. Teams are familiar with the play selections.

All this adds up to trouble. The Steelers had injury issues last season, however they recovered nicely over the off season. These kinds of injuries can wreak havoc on a season. Last night with the bad weather havoc was wreaked.
Yeah, lol. Screw those Ohio football teams.

[Dresderstan]

I'm starting to get worried for the Ravens. To be clear, I will absolutely take a 3-game division lead for the Steelers. I'm quite happy with that. But honestly, as much as there is plenty of bad blood to go around when the Steelers and Ravens play each other, I think the Ravens are a well-run organization and I have a grudging respect for them. But their offense doesn't seem to have the spark it did last year. Something seems off. And for what it's worth, I'd like to see them stay in second place in the North over those Ohio teams. I have way more beef with the Bungles than I do with the Ravens, and, well, the Browns are the Browns and I'd like to go back to laughing at them every year

Speaking as a Ravens fan the same goes to the Steelers in the begrudging respect aspect.

[Luminesa]

https://www.nfl.com/news/saints-qb-drew ... r-injuries

Drew is likely to miss a game or so with his rib and shoulder injuries. He will have an MRI to look for torn cartilage. At worst it looks like about 3-4 weeks.

HOPEFULLY he just takes 2 weeks and is back in time against Kansas City. I think New Orleans should be able to carry itself to two more wins with the way our D has been playing. I’m anxious about Jameis Winston’s playmaking, Payton needs to be more aggressive with him but is probably worried about his propensity for throwing INTs. Regardless, given we now have a mostly healthy team, I think we should be okay against the Falcons and Broncos.

Get well soon, Drew! You need the rest, our brave captain.

[Luminesa]

I'm starting to get worried for the Ravens. To be clear, I will absolutely take a 3-game division lead for the Steelers. I'm quite happy with that. But honestly, as much as there is plenty of bad blood to go around when the Steelers and Ravens play each other, I think the Ravens are a well-run organization and I have a grudging respect for them. But their offense doesn't seem to have the spark it did last year. Something seems off. And for what it's worth, I'd like to see them stay in second place in the North over those Ohio teams. I have way more beef with the Bungles than I do with the Ravens, and, well, the Browns are the Browns and I'd like to go back to laughing at them every year

1. Marshall Yanda retired, he was the leader on the o-line. Lost two starters to injury on this same o-line, including all pro Ronnie Stanley, out for the year.
2. Ingram's got a bad ankle. We're now down to one TE as Nick Boyle was injured last night.
3. D-line is depleted. Calais Campbell injured reserve, Brandon Williams injured.
4. CB position has been depleted with injuries.
5. Teams are familiar with the play selections.

All this adds up to trouble. The Steelers had injury issues last season, however they recovered nicely over the off season. These kinds of injuries can wreak havoc on a season. Last night with the bad weather havoc was wreaked.
Yeah, lol. Screw those Ohio football teams.

A bad D and a bad secondary usually add-up to the most trouble. I do hope Ingram gets well soon, though, and Calais Campbell being on IR is a MASSIVE loss.

[Jerzylvania]

1. Marshall Yanda retired, he was the leader on the o-line. Lost two starters to injury on this same o-line, including all pro Ronnie Stanley, out for the year.
2. Ingram's got a bad ankle. We're now down to one TE as Nick Boyle was injured last night.
3. D-line is depleted. Calais Campbell injured reserve, Brandon Williams injured.
4. CB position has been depleted with injuries.
5. Teams are familiar with the play selections.

All this adds up to trouble. The Steelers had injury issues last season, however they recovered nicely over the off season. These kinds of injuries can wreak havoc on a season. Last night with the bad weather havoc was wreaked.
Yeah, lol. Screw those Ohio football teams.

A bad D and a bad secondary usually add-up to the most trouble. I do hope Ingram gets well soon, though, and Calais Campbell being on IR is a MASSIVE loss.

Yep. This season is two losses in the next two weeks from tanking. They either suck it up or get f#cked up. Harbs will now be tested.

[Jerzylvania]

https://www.nfl.com/news/saints-qb-drew-brees-expected-to-miss-time-with-rib-shoulder-injuries

Drew is likely to miss a game or so with his rib and shoulder injuries. He will have an MRI to look for torn cartilage. At worst it looks like about 3-4 weeks.

HOPEFULLY he just takes 2 weeks and is back in time against Kansas City. I think New Orleans should be able to carry itself to two more wins with the way our D has been playing. I’m anxious about Jameis Winston’s playmaking, Payton needs to be more aggressive with him but is probably worried about his propensity for throwing INTs. Regardless, given we now have a mostly healthy team, I think we should be okay against the Falcons and Broncos.

Get well soon, Drew! You need the rest, our brave captain.

Sorry to hear about Drew's injury but at least it's not curtains. Thing about Winston is, he was dumped by TB for the old goat. Jameis oughta have the fire in his belly to deny his old team. He could surprise and respond to the challenge before him. He has the talent.

[Luminesa]

https://www.nfl.com/news/saints-qb-drew-brees-expected-to-miss-time-with-rib-shoulder-injuries

Drew is likely to miss a game or so with his rib and shoulder injuries. He will have an MRI to look for torn cartilage. At worst it looks like about 3-4 weeks.

HOPEFULLY he just takes 2 weeks and is back in time against Kansas City. I think New Orleans should be able to carry itself to two more wins with the way our D has been playing. I’m anxious about Jameis Winston’s playmaking, Payton needs to be more aggressive with him but is probably worried about his propensity for throwing INTs. Regardless, given we now have a mostly healthy team, I think we should be okay against the Falcons and Broncos.

Get well soon, Drew! You need the rest, our brave captain.

Sorry to hear about Drew's injury but at least it's not curtains. Thing about Winston is, he was dumped by TB for the old goat. Jameis oughta have the fire in his belly to deny his old team. He could surprise and respond to the challenge before him. He has the talent.

I’d rather Drew take care of himself and be ready for playoffs. We’ve beaten the Bucs twice, and we have the lead on conference wins. So I think he should be able to enjoy a 2-week break. Hopefully he won’t over-extend himself and Sean Payton will push the team to keep playing aggressive and smart football.

As for Jameis, his destiny is in his hands. He needs to get his confidence back and to hold the team up for a little while.

[Luminesa]

A bad D and a bad secondary usually add-up to the most trouble. I do hope Ingram gets well soon, though, and Calais Campbell being on IR is a MASSIVE loss.

Yep. This season is two losses in the next two weeks from tanking. They either suck it up or get f#cked up. Harbs will now be tested.

I hope he figures something out. I do like Lamar Jackson. It would be disappointing if someone as fantastic as him missed playoffs because of bad play calls.

[Jerzylvania]

Yep. This season is two losses in the next two weeks from tanking. They either suck it up or get f#cked up. Harbs will now be tested.

I hope he figures something out. I do like Lamar Jackson. It would be disappointing if someone as fantastic as him missed playoffs because of bad play calls.

It's more than bad play calls, which it isn't even that much. I watch everything the Ravens do. It's more like bad execution bc of various players lost. Without the 2019 blocking excellence it's not the same results. But what it is... is another challenge. Players need to step up. This organization knows how to find guys too. This season might not be what we expected last January, but not much in 2020 is. And I have more patience than your average fan. Lamar has to rely on patience too.

[Ranoria]

https://www.nfl.com/news/saints-qb-drew-brees-expected-to-miss-time-with-rib-shoulder-injuries

Drew is likely to miss a game or so with his rib and shoulder injuries. He will have an MRI to look for torn cartilage. At worst it looks like about 3-4 weeks.

HOPEFULLY he just takes 2 weeks and is back in time against Kansas City. I think New Orleans should be able to carry itself to two more wins with the way our D has been playing. I’m anxious about Jameis Winston’s playmaking, Payton needs to be more aggressive with him but is probably worried about his propensity for throwing INTs. Regardless, given we now have a mostly healthy team, I think we should be okay against the Falcons and Broncos.

Get well soon, Drew! You need the rest, our brave captain.

Sorry to hear about Drew's injury but at least it's not curtains. Thing about Winston is, he was dumped by TB for the old goat. Jameis oughta have the fire in his belly to deny his old team. He could surprise and respond to the challenge before him. He has the talent.

He does have all the talent in the world, and I'd argue the biggest arm in the league, but I doubt that's going to get him anywhere based on past results. He did lead the league in two significant passing categories last season though, so that's something.

[Luminesa]

Sorry to hear about Drew's injury but at least it's not curtains. Thing about Winston is, he was dumped by TB for the old goat. Jameis oughta have the fire in his belly to deny his old team. He could surprise and respond to the challenge before him. He has the talent.

He does have all the talent in the world, and I'd argue the biggest arm in the league, but I doubt that's going to get him anywhere based on past results. He did lead the league in two significant passing categories last season though, so that's something.

I sure hope Jameis didn’t turn that turnover oven back on...
...
Why do I smell something burning?

[Luminesa]

https://www.nfl.com/news/saints-qb-drew ... sue-injury

So Drew’s injuries are pretty nasty, but IR is not being discussed at the moment. It looks like he wants to be back in less than 3 weeks. Given that he was not rushed to the hospital, the only thing he can do is just heal.

This is heartbreaking. But we’ve made it through 6 games of no Drew before. Here’s to hoping we can do possibly 3 if IR comes up.

[Kohr]

https://www.nfl.com/news/saints-qb-drew-brees-multiple-broken-ribs-lung-issue-injury

So Drew’s injuries are pretty nasty, but IR is not being discussed at the moment. It looks like he wants to be back in less than 3 weeks. Given that he was not rushed to the hospital, the only thing he can do is just heal.

This is heartbreaking. But we’ve made it through 6 games of no Drew before. Here’s to hoping we can do possibly 3 if IR comes up.

Last time this happened, you had a much more likeable guy to take his place.

[Luminesa]

https://www.nfl.com/news/saints-qb-drew-brees-multiple-broken-ribs-lung-issue-injury

So Drew’s injuries are pretty nasty, but IR is not being discussed at the moment. It looks like he wants to be back in less than 3 weeks. Given that he was not rushed to the hospital, the only thing he can do is just heal.

This is heartbreaking. But we’ve made it through 6 games of no Drew before. Here’s to hoping we can do possibly 3 if IR comes up.

Last time this happened, you had a much more likeable guy to take his place.

TEDDY COME BACK.
YOU CAN BLAME IT ALL ON ME.
TEDDY COME BACK.

I miss you. ;___;

[Kohr]

So Antonio Brown, no surprise, is still battling a few demons.

[Maineiacs]

Ref ball strikes again.


Never mind. Great INT, Smith!

[Kohr]

Ref ball strikes again.


Never mind. Great INT, Smith!

The fumble call was a lot more solid than that "touchback."

[Maineiacs]

OK, two goal line stands to preserve the halftime lead. I can live with that.

[Kohr]

That Cordarrelle Patterson kick return hurt, man. Hurts a lot.

[Maineiacs]

Of course it was holding. Why not?

[Kohr]

Of course it was holding. Why not?

Cook isn't allowed to rush well against the Bears.

[Maineiacs]

Not the prettiest game ever, but a win's a win.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv0XGMCeU-I


Tough break for Chicago, with both Trubiskey and Foles out.

[Kohr]

Not the prettiest game ever, but a win's a win.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sv0XGMCeU-I


Tough break for Chicago, with both Trubiskey and Foles out.

Sweep of the NFC North! What is this strange feeling I'm having? Optimism, is it called?