NFL 2020-21

[Heelicious]

Looked like Ben was soaking it all in that he was done.

I don't know why - but Ben R has always just annoyed me....rubbed me the wrong way - not even really related to his alleged misconduct with some young girl / woman in a bar restroom....I've just thought people overrated him over time. But he was big and hard to bring down, and its hard to argue with his results.

That first play last night though, whoa! The ball just laying on the 1 yard line and Ben and the RB just kind of lollygag it....Ben stands there straight up....no way was he getting on the ground to go for that ball....wtf.....
and then 4 more picks during the night....granted, a couple were off WRs hands, but that overall QB performance is about as bad as you're ever going to see, at home, with a top set of WRs against an average defensive team.

I was very glad to see Cleveland win....generally think the Steeler fan base has a lot of self important, smug "look at me, I'm elite knowledgeable superior football fan" air about it.

 

[TarHeelMark]

That first play last night though, whoa! The ball just laying on the 1 yard line and Ben and the RB just kind of lollygag it....Ben stands there straight up....no way was he getting on the ground to go for that ball....wtf.....

Yeah that was worse than Cam in the Super Bowl

 

[TarHeelMark]

Young guns in the afc - Mahomes, Jackson, Allen, Mayfield

Mostly old dudes in the nfc - Rodgers, Brees, Brady, Goff

 

[MWHeels]

Looking forward to the Brees / Brady matchup

 

[dadika13]

Looking forward to the Brees / Brady matchup

 

[MWHeels]

It's official, Urban Meyer is coming to Jacksonville. There is a rumor that Charlie Strong has already agreed to join his staff.

 

[tarheel0910]

It's official, Urban Meyer is coming to Jacksonville. There is a rumor that Charlie Strong has already agreed to join his staff.

Wonder who takes over in four years when he suddenly has health issues

 

[gteeitup]

this will be interesting...from a afar i will be watching this.

 

[blazers]

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Looks like Brett Farve's minnesota years.

 

[dadika13]

Wonder who takes over in four years when he suddenly has health issues

Jax has what you want on paper to start to be good. Generational QB prospect, a ton of other draft picks, the most cap in the NFL, and a competent coach.

I'd still bet heavily against them being good in the next 5 years though.

 

[gteeitup]

the urban hire reminds me about a piece being written about jimmy johnson years ago; “i don’t want jimmy to be my dad, grandad, son, brother, nephew, cousin, or neighbor...but he can be my football coach.”

 

[MWHeels]

Jax has what you want on paper to start to be good. Generational QB prospect, a ton of other draft picks, the most cap in the NFL, and a competent coach.

I'd still bet heavily against them being good in the next 5 years though.

I love how Meyer said "it's the right time to be the coach in Jacksonville", In other words - 1st overall pick, Lawrence coming out.

 

[Terror Beard]

Trevor Lawrence is going to disappoint.

 

[TarHeelMark]

I love how Meyer said "it's the right time to be the coach in Jacksonville", In other words - 1st overall pick, Lawrence coming out.

Yeah that suddenly made him all healthy and shit.

 

[strummingram]

Trevor Lawrence in the NFL is not going to be same Trevor Lawrence in the ACC.

 

[MWHeels]

Trevor Lawrence in the NFL is not going to be same Trevor Lawrence in the ACC.

I think Lawrence will be fine. Fields may struggle early, but could become an above-average QB with the right coaching.

 

[strummingram]

I think Lawrence will be fine. Fields may struggle early, but could become an above-average QB with the right coaching.

OSU doesn't have a history of QBs succeeding in the NFL do they?

 

[MWHeels]

OSU doesn't have a history of QBs succeeding in the NFL do they?

Not really

 

[TarHeelMark]

OSU doesn't have a history of QBs succeeding in the NFL do they?

Not really

Of the more recent guys...

Dwayne Haskins - bust (so far), cut by WFT but sad to say the Panthers are showing interest
Cardale Jones - out of the league after one season; was playing in xfl before it shut down
Braxton Miller - switched to WR; currently not signed
Terrelle Pryor - had a good season or two as a WR; currently not signed
Troy Smith - pretty much sucked for the Ravens and was gone after a few seasons
Craig Krenzel - lasted one season with da Bears

 

[ohio tarheels]

OSU doesn't have a history of QBs succeeding in the NFL do they?

Tom Tupa probably had most success of the Buckeyes QB’s that played in the NFL..... as a punter

 

[TarHeelMark]

Tom Tupa probably had most success of the Buckeyes QB’s that played in the NFL..... as a punter

Schlister (?) sucked as a qb, but was pretty good at placing lots of bad bets

 

[TarHeelMark]

Andy Reid is one ballsy dude.

Sure hope Mahomes is back next week.

 

[gteeitup]

Andy Reid is one ballsy dude.

Sure hope Mahomes is back next week.

i thought no question punt...when i saw shotgun, i shook my head.

 

[gteeitup]

you guys see the rumored price tag for getting deshaun out of houston?

three 1sts
three 2nd’s
and a pro bowl player

 

[ohio tarheels]

Schlister (?) sucked as a qb, but was pretty good at placing lots of bad bets

Seeing this post got me to do some research...Listed all Qb’s from OSU that played in NFL and under his name says last known to be incarcerated in SC

 

[heelmanwilm]

Mahomes is already at that point in his career where routine hits induce concussions. That’s not good.

 

[heelmanwilm]

25 and snow for nfc championship game at lambeau. God if only there would be fans at full strength

 

[TarHeelMark]

25 and snow for nfc championship game at lambeau. God if only there would be fans at full strength

Pulling for the Packers , and the snow!

 

[gteeitup]

Mahomes is already at that point in his career where routine hits induce concussions. That’s not good.

read a prominent sports columnist's opinion this morning that actually said "just because mahomes was woozy doesn't mean he was concussed"

this opinion is exactly why the nfl actually has a protocol in place...there is no more "just had my bell rung" medical diagnosis anymore.

 

[dadika13]

Mahomes is already at that point in his career where routine hits induce concussions. That’s not good.

It actually wasn't a concussion. I was confused because his head did not get hit on that play but he was still woozy. As @gteeitup said above, apparently that can happen on a hit to the neck, which is what happened to Mahomes. I've never seen it before though.

 

[gteeitup]

It actually wasn't a concussion. I was confused because his head did not get hit on that play but he was still woozy. As @gteeitup said above, apparently that can happen on a hit to the neck, which is what happened to Mahomes. I've never seen it before though.

i read on monday he was in the protocol and then this morning “he wasn’t”...hope this is legit for his sake.

we already had team medical personnel puncture a lung trying inject pain meds.

 

[heelmanwilm]

It actually wasn't a concussion. I was confused because his head did not get hit on that play but he was still woozy. As @gteeitup said above, apparently that can happen on a hit to the neck, which is what happened to Mahomes. I've never seen it before though.

Interesting, I know from karate that a strike to the carotid artery can temporarily disrupt blood flow to the brain and short circuit the brain for a few seconds. Very possible.

 

[Heelicious]

Interesting, I know from karate that a strike to the carotid artery can temporarily disrupt blood flow to the brain and short circuit the brain for a few seconds. Very possible.

We are binge watching Cobra Kai with the kids now. Mostly through season 2. C+ grade on acting, dialogue, etc, at best - but we are too far in to give up on it now. Some of the stuff with the 80's dude (Krees - LaRusso's enemy from original Karate Kid) is sort of humorous.

The karate concussion comment above made me think of commenting on the show in a related way, but will refrain

 

[MWHeels]

Phillip Rivers retires after 17 seasons

 

[dadika13]

Phillip Rivers retires after 17 seasons

Maybe he can go and have some kids...

 

[MWHeels]

I think the Colts would be a good fit for Wentz. He could reunite with Frank Reich.

 

[gteeitup]

I think the Colts would be a good fit for Wentz. He could reunite with Frank Reich.

large part of me hopes the eagles are unable to unload that contract to anyone so it further crushes that franchise.

 

[MWHeels]

large part of me hopes the eagles are unable to unload that contract to anyone so it further crushes that franchise.

I heard a hypothetical l trade yesterday of Dak for Watson. I think Watson going to the Jets is more likely.

 

[heelmanwilm]

Phillip Rivers retires after 17 seasons

He’s finally pulling out?


I’ll see myself out

 

[TarHeelMark]

I heard a hypnotical trade yesterday of Dak for Watson. I think Watson going to the Jets is more likely.

I heard that too, but also hearing that Houston would likely never want to make Dallas better, since they are always second fiddle to them in Texas already.