NFL 2012 Season Thread

[Boomer]

Seeing as how all 4 of the remaining teams have at least one fan who's an overly cocky shit talker posting here, I would like to encourage all of you to be as classless and smug as possible in discussing the upcoming matchups.

Should be a fun week.

Who is the Falcons' fan in question, MTH15?

[Supreme Olajuwon]

Lot of finger pointing amongst Falcon fans. Gotta wonder how this will affect team chemistry this weekend.

[McLegend]

We can overcome it.

[FearedSanctity]

I hate my life.

Props to the Ravens, damn good game. I will continue my tradition of cheering for the team to eliminate Denver* by hopping on the Ravens wagon.

BRING ON THE HARBOWL.



*Unless it's New England

[Droford]

2012 afc champ game is Thursday at 8:30 on NFL network
2010 wild card game is Saturday at 1pm
Week 3 game is Saturday at 8:30pm

Also a bunch of ray Lewis specals , and after the week 3 game there's a harbaugh family round table special from NFL films.

[Kris P Lettus]

worst.season.ever

[Krimzon7]

is that why you were so balls to the walls gung ho to fire up the offseason thread? ready to turn the page on 2012? Not used to your saints sucking a big one anymore???

#troll

[itsmeJD]

Falcons have a tendency to choke so let's hope that plays out nicely.

I prefer to call it "entertain". We want to ensure all fans watching the Falcons get their money's worth. Who wants to watch a blowout?

*will continue to try to convince myself of this for the remainder of the week*

[Kris P Lettus]

is that why you were so balls to the walls gung ho to fire up the offseason thread? ready to turn the page on 2012? Not used to your saints sucking a big one anymore???

#troll

The window is closing.. 4 more years with Brees..

:disappointed:

[Krimzon7]

Disappointed? are you fucking kidding me? Dude your team was a laughing stock! Instead of fearing the slow but certain decline back to mediocrity, be thankful that your team reached the Pinnacle of the NFL and you were alive to witness it. You can tell your kids and their kids about the day that N'awlins won the big one.

Fucking People, ya'll win one and now you expect to be a power every year. Give me one title and I will never bitch about the Bengals EVER AGAIN. I will forever be grateful for whatever collection of players and coaches delivered such greatness to me.

But I get it you want to hang on to these glory days as long as possible.

[itsmeJD]

Glory days....
Well they'll pass you by, glory days!!!
In the wink of a young girl's eye, glory days!!
Glory daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyys

[Kris P Lettus]

I don't think the Saints were a "laughing stock".. Only two games all season got out of hand (Broncos, Giants) and every other game was competitive.. I feel robbed by a poor shoot first ask questions later decision by a tyrannical commissioner trying to set examples..

With one of the top 3 head coaches in the league coming back and a year for Spags to install his defense and players *cough*OSI*cough*, the saints will be a top 5 team all season next year..

[Krimzon7]

okay, so I agree that the Commish fucked the city and the Saints over royally. I am very anti Goddell.

I never really gave much thought to Osi ending up in Nawlins. Interesting fit there. What is up with them DB's though? That secondary is gonna need some help.

But with all that said, even with the fact that Brees may be in the waning moments of a hall of fame and all around classy career, how can you really be upset? The Saints were absolutely a laughing stock! They invented the paperbag fans and they called themselves the Aints! I never heard a Bengals fan call the Natti the Bungles! I mean that's half of the reason that the Superbowl run was so beloved! They gave Cardinals, Bengals, and Browns fans hope!

[RP]

I'm pretty damn proud of my Colts. One of the best seasons ever. I think Luck might be one of the toughest SOB's in the league and i hope someone puts together a YOUtube video or something to do him justice.

We need to get one of them Alabama boys from the offensive line and we need to spend some FA money on offensive line. We cant put Luck through this type of season again. Too much wear on him already.

So excited for are rookies to be 2nd year players next season. Hilton, Luck, Allen, Fleener and especially Ballard. I think Ballard will be awesome next season.

I think we retake the South next year.

[Innovator]

Luck is Roethlisberger 2.0, minus the rape.

[RP]

numerous attempts probably too.

[Innovator]

Anyone saying no to Andrew Luck in Indy, man or woman?

[Nark Order]

You're being a little unfair to Luck right now. You haven't really even given him time to build up a raping resume quite yet.

[Gonzo]

I don't think the Saints were a "laughing stock".. Only two games all season got out of hand (Broncos, Giants) and every other game was competitive.. I feel robbed by a poor shoot first ask questions later decision by a tyrannical commissioner trying to set examples..

With one of the top 3 head coaches in the league coming back and a year for Spags to install his defense and players *cough*OSI*cough*, the saints will be a top 5 team all season next year..

You don't want Osi. Dude can't go anymore. And at the price he will want? No way. You can go find a guy to get you 5-6 sacks and not get beaten silly in the run game.

[Innovator]

No, take Osi. Please.

[Innovator]

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[ClockShot]

Broncos offense boss Mike McCoy has defected to San Diego to take their head coaching job.

Fuck!

[Next Big Thing]

Don't think that's a big loss for you considering Peyton Manning is the QB and probably ran whatever he wanted anyway, therefore making McCoy look better than he was.

San Diego might end up regretting the move more than the Broncos will losing him.

[Next Big Thing]

I don't think the Saints were a "laughing stock".. Only two games all season got out of hand (Broncos, Giants) and every other game was competitive.. I feel robbed by a poor shoot first ask questions later decision by a tyrannical commissioner trying to set examples..

With one of the top 3 head coaches in the league coming back and a year for Spags to install his defense and players *cough*OSI*cough*, the saints will be a top 5 team all season next year..

I feel like the NFC South is going to be hands down the best division in football next year and they'll probably beat up on each other a lot. Atlanta and New Orleans are perennial playoff teams and the Bucs are only going to be even better. Cam and the Panthers should be good for an upset or two as well. Should be crazy next year.

[Innovator]

Does anyone want Kevin Gilbride?

[Next Big Thing]

I still don't understand why Bruce Arians hasn't gotten any head coaching nods yet.

[Gonzo]

Does anyone want Kevin Gilbride?

I think the Giants organization as a whole believes too much in the ability of the guys they have to get it done sometimes. There has been instances of it being done but I feel like they don't reload some years like they should. The guys that have gotten it done in the past are getting older. I'm really hoping they address some of those concerns this offseason.

[Supreme Olajuwon]

^ team won the Super Bowl last year

[Requiem]

I still don't understand why Bruce Arians hasn't gotten any head coaching nods yet.

He just got out of the hospital like a week ago. Was interviewing with the Chargers and Bears, said he was interested in the Chargers spot now that Telesco went to the Chargers. However, he has also said it would have to be a PERFECT fit for him to leave what they've got going in Indy. Honestly wouldn't be surprised to see him stay in Indy. What kind of QB-oriented coach wouldn't want to work with Luck over Rivers?

I'm pretty damn proud of my Colts. One of the best seasons ever. I think Luck might be one of the toughest SOB's in the league and i hope someone puts together a YOUtube video or something to do him justice.

We need to get one of them Alabama boys from the offensive line and we need to spend some FA money on offensive line. We cant put Luck through this type of season again. Too much wear on him already.

So excited for are rookies to be 2nd year players next season. Hilton, Luck, Allen, Fleener and especially Ballard. I think Ballard will be awesome next season.

I think we retake the South next year.

Yeah, Division is ours. Colts gonna have (I'm pretty sure) the most money in the league this off-season. If people really stop and think how much less money they had to work with this year compared to other teams. When they cut those veterans they lost a HUGE chunk of cap space to play with that year. It tied up a bunch of money in old contracts and didn't leave a lot to pick up new players with other than the rookies they drafted. They only really traded picks around for some other players (Davis for instance) and picked at free agency a little.

Think they are going to make waves in free agency this year, and potentially acquiring players from other teams straight up. They could end up nabbing a big name receiver and some solid defensive players besides the o-line gaps they're going to certainly fill. Next year is going to be huge for Indy and I don't think people are ready for what's coming. Andrew Luck tasted the playoffs his rookie year after a hell of a season. I'll be shocked if he misses the playoffs even once in his career.

[RoXer]

I'll be shocked if he misses the playoffs even once in his career.

Bold claim but I like it.

[Triple Naitch]

Arians may be holding out for the Eagles' decision first. He's from PA and used to coach Temple.

[Supreme Olajuwon]

I don't think it's such a given that Andrew Luck is a sure star. His counting stats were very impressive but he was 31st in completion percentage and 3rd in Ints. I'm sure a lot of that is attributable to him being asked to throw so much as a rookie but I will have to see how he improves next year before I'm willing to say he's the next superstar.

[Gonzo]

^ team won the Super Bowl last year

Well I'm not trying to come off as sour grapes because believe me, I've thoroughly enjoyed the Giants' success these past years. But we all know the story with them, very roller coaster type seasons. And to miss the playoffs some years with the same nucleus that won them a Superbowl is kind of a bummer.

[Nark Order]

Really wish the media would stop sucking our collective cock right now. Historically, that hasn't been a very good omen.

[Triple Naitch]

Worked so well for the Broncos last week. :'(

[DaveBrawl]

Broncos offense boss Mike McCoy has defected to San Diego to take their head coaching job.

Fuck!
I'm still not sold on him after watching him with Orton and Tebow. Like NBT said most of what he did I attribute to Manning, when he has a less than stellar qb we all know what the gameplan usually is...well it's kind of like the 4th quarter from Saturday night. Short pass, run up the middle, run up the middle, punt. Rivers will be better than that, but I'm thinking/hoping the Chargers end up like Oakland after they took our DC last season.

[Emperor Smeat]

He should do a lot better than Turner did the last 2 years and his experience with revamping offenses in a short time should help revive Rivers career unless he really is a "lost cause" as a starter. Think the bigger issue with the Chargers is actually on their defensive side considering the drop in quality compared to a few years ago.

Also have to consider McCoy helped create the good to great O line which ended up being the biggest reason why Manning went there as well as how quickly he can revamp an offense which worked out well with Tebow and Manning.

[Requiem]

I don't think it's such a given that Andrew Luck is a sure star. His counting stats were very impressive but he was 31st in completion percentage and 3rd in Ints. I'm sure a lot of that is attributable to him being asked to throw so much as a rookie but I will have to see how he improves next year before I'm willing to say he's the next superstar.

I get that, but when you look at how many times he was sacked and hit. The kid got beat up this year and handled it like a pro. (41 sacks/116 hits) And then watch how good he was at scrambling in the pocket. He dodged a good portion too. Hell, just watching him play, he made some damn good decisions, along with some rookie mistakes, some of which could certainly be attributed to other failings within the team. There were moments of brilliance this season, most notably Green Bay and Detroit.

Collie went down early season, may not come back. Fleener turned out to be a bust his rookie season. We'll see how he progresses when Luck has a good o-line and more time to throw. Reggie of course had a great season, but I wouldn't expect anything less from him, and with more support for Luck, I see Reggie's numbers going up even more. With a run game that just couldn't seem to get going consistently, it's no surprise he had to throw so often. If they strengthen the o-line and give him more people to throw to, there's no reason they can't be a perennial playoff team.

Was talk a couple weeks ago I think of Greg Jennings being a possible pickup if his talks in Green Bay go south and he goes on free agency.

[DrA]

Andrew Luck is very good.

[Next Big Thing]

Really wish the media would stop sucking our collective cock right now. Historically, that hasn't been a very good omen.

After Sunday, you won't have to worry about it :yes:

That's what the media does though. The nature of the profession requires them to be prisoners of the moment. Last week, Seattle was the most dangerous team in the playoffs. Then, Kaepernick goes off against Green Bay and now San Francisco is the anointed team.

Although I do prefer the Falcons stay under the radar and be doubted by 75% of football fans. Much more fun to say "I told you so" to the masses than have the masses chanting "We were right" with you.

[Triple Naitch]

Nothing like a 13-3 team overcoming the odds and winning the Super Bowl.

[Next Big Thing]

Nothing like a 13-3 team overcoming the odds and winning the Super Bowl.

I was referring to the various polls related to this weeks game where 75% to 77% of fans have San Francisco beating Atlanta. Thanks for playing though.

[SlickyTrickyDamon]

Colts were the only playoff team this year to have negative points in Points Scored/Points allowed.

[DaveBrawl]

Nothing like a 13-3 team overcoming the odds and winning the Super Bowl.
It would have been nice.:'(

[Triple Naitch]

:'(

[Ermaximus]

Seeing as how all 4 of the remaining teams have at least one fan who's an overly cocky shit talker posting here, I would like to encourage all of you to be as classless and smug as possible in discussing the upcoming matchups.

Should be a fun week.

Atlanta-Krimzon?
San Fran-Narc
Baltimore-Droford
New England-Smelly Meatball?

[Triple Naitch]

2/4

[Supreme Olajuwon]

I get that, but when you look at how many times he was sacked and hit. The kid got beat up this year and handled it like a pro. (41 sacks/116 hits) And then watch how good he was at scrambling in the pocket. He dodged a good portion too. Hell, just watching him play, he made some damn good decisions, along with some rookie mistakes, some of which could certainly be attributed to other failings within the team. There were moments of brilliance this season, most notably Green Bay and Detroit.

Collie went down early season, may not come back. Fleener turned out to be a bust his rookie season. We'll see how he progresses when Luck has a good o-line and more time to throw. Reggie of course had a great season, but I wouldn't expect anything less from him, and with more support for Luck, I see Reggie's numbers going up even more. With a run game that just couldn't seem to get going consistently, it's no surprise he had to throw so often. If they strengthen the o-line and give him more people to throw to, there's no reason they can't be a perennial playoff team.

Was talk a couple weeks ago I think of Greg Jennings being a possible pickup if his talks in Green Bay go south and he goes on free agency.

There's also a ton of talent in the potential free agent WR pool this offseason besides Jennings. Dwayne Bowe and Mike Wallace should be big prizes even though they both had down years. There's some valuable white kids like Danny Amendola and Brian Hartline. Welker too but I don't think that's happening.

[Krimzon7]

Atlanta-Krimzon?
San Fran-Narc
Baltimore-Droford
New England-Smelly Meatball?

Not quite....NBT is about as adamant a Falcons Fan as there is.

[Supreme Olajuwon]

it's funny cause Krimzon posts about the Bengals more than I do but nobody can remember his favourite team

[Krimzon7]

it's funny cause Krimzon posts about the Bengals more than I do but nobody can remember his favourite team

A lot of people have me on ignore.

[Requiem]

There's also a ton of talent in the potential free agent WR pool this offseason besides Jennings. Dwayne Bowe and Mike Wallace should be big prizes even though they both had down years. There's some valuable white kids like Danny Amendola and Brian Hartline. Welker too but I don't think that's happening.

Dwayne Bowe would be a good pickup. All he needs is a good QB, as he's actually done great with Cassel at the helm so he could certainly offer something. Welker would be hilarious honestly, just being a Patriot and all. Can't stand them but he is damn good and would be a perfect #2 to Reggie. Could seriously see the duo doing huge damage to teams with Luck throwing them the ball. Welker could be even better outside the Patriots as the Pats spread the ball around too much for him to shine regularly. That sounds like I'm saying he doesn't get the ball often, but I'm just saying in the context of the rest of their team. Getting older though and Colts most likely want to build for the future. Also don't think the Patriots would let Welker go. Feel like I've heard that talk before but then he plays an incredible season and I don't know why they would ever get rid of him.

Don't know much about Amendola but looks like he has had some injury problems the past couple years. Wasn't aware of who Hartline was but that's actually not a terrible prospect. Just had his first thousand yard season, and I don't know what they were really doing in Miami with him but he had hella yards and only 1 TD. Could be something the Colts could use as he seems like a ball mover.

Really need a better run game too, which I think will come naturally with a better o-line. They're really just horrible at setting up the run. Lost track of how many times runners just got completely buried for no gain. Just ruins the momentum.

That's one reason Manning has done so well in Denver his first year. They actually have a halfway decent run game and it worked for the most part.

[Supreme Olajuwon]

White possession receivers are the best. I'm convinced the reason the Texans are better than the Bengals is because Kevin Walter switched teams.

The Bengals were close with Jordan Shipley but he was too injury prone.

[James Steele]

I thought Krimzon liked the Falcons.

[itsmeJD]

I'm a huge Falcons fan, but have yet to really talk shit in here. Currently sitting at work in a Falcons hoodie as I type this.

[itsmeJD]

Also, I've been shitting on Michael Turner for the last few weeks but I was impressed with his effort vs. the Seahawks. We're gonna need a shit ton more come Sunday between him and Jaquizz.

I also hate that everyone keeps discussing the games against Cam Newton, when we also played RG3, and Michael Vick, both mobile quarterbacks and found ways to win. While we did struggle with Cam it doesn't automatically mean Kaepernick is gonna buttfuck our defense.

[ClockShot]

Da Bears hire Marc Trestman as their next head coach.

[Krimzon7]

White possession receivers are the best. I'm convinced the reason the Texans are better than the Bengals is because Kevin Walter switched teams.

The Bengals were close with Jordan Shipley but he was too injury prone.

Ryan Whalen made some absolutely spectacular catches during the last three weeks of the season. May need to give him some more looks.

I thought Krimzon liked the Falcons.

#FACEPALM Will this become the running joke?

[Triple Naitch]

Krimzon "Dirtybird" 7

[ClockShot]

BREAKING NEWS:

Oregon's Chip Kelly takes the Eagles head coaching job.

[Innovator]

I can't wait to see the Eagles run a spread offense.

I can wait to see them go 5-11 but torch the Giants.

[Evil Vito]

Fuck.

[Next Big Thing]

I think the Eagles have the type of personnel that will fit Kelly's schemes nicely. They just need to upgrade that offensive line.

[Crimson]

So do they need a mobile/running qb for that scheme or no?

[SammyG]

So Vick stays...?

[OssMan]

What happened in the nfl

[Rock Bottom]

crazy spread against the ravens makes no sense bet money hand over fist brandish 100 dollar bills against it

[Droford]

Ravens were 7.5 point dogs last year, I think Vegas thinks they are suckering in people to bet on the patriots at -8.5 this year. Going back to 2009, with the exception of the ravens 33-14 win in the wild card game, the other 5 games between them have been decided by 6 points or less (27-21 loss in 09, 23-20 loss in 2010, 23-20 loss in afc champ game, 31-30 win this year) I think the ravens are 5-1 against the spread vs new England in that span. You can even go back to 07 when the ravens covered the ridiculous spread vs the undefeated patriots by almost beating them..

[McLegend]

My favorite team has a coach! Yay

I don't really like the move, but I'll give it time before I say anything bad about it. I'm happy for a change.

[Triple Naitch]

I would have rather had Gus Bradley.

[McLegend]

Yeah I'm with you on that.

[Droford]

Yesterday I asked my boss who is a big eagles fan how he felt about billick coming in and he said he wanted a more defensive minded coach.

Guess he's not happy right now

[Triple Naitch]

Looking forward to seeing the Spread Eagle Offense.

[Supreme Olajuwon]

that's a good joke

[Droford]

The big brother got the best of the little brother in the first meeting (http://espn.go.com/blog/afceast/post/_/id/48099/jones-brothers-take-center-stage). But this time the stakes are higher when siblings Arthur Jones (http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/_/id/13394/arthur-jones) of the Baltimore Ravens (http://espn.go.com/nfl/team/_/name/bal/baltimore-ravens) face Chandler Jones (http://espn.go.com/nfl/player/_/id/14927/chandler-jones) and the New England Patriots (http://espn.go.com/nfl/team/_/name/ne/new-england-patriots).

A trip to the Super Bowl is on the line for the Jones brothers in Sunday's AFC Championship Game. Baltimore beat New England, 31-30, in Week 3 of the regular season.

Arthur, 26, currently has bragging rights in the family. But the oldest brother knows it's more important to win this weekend.

Whoever advances has a golden opportunity to bring the first Super Bowl ring to the Jones family.

"Absolutely, I rubbed it in his face a little bit," Arthur said Wednesday of beating Chandler in the regular season. "But the bragging rights are not going to matter if I don't win this game. This is a lot bigger game and a lot more at stake than last game."

The good news is one of the Jones brothers will be playing in his first Super Bowl on Feb. 3. The bad news is the other Jones brother will be heartbroken after getting so close in the AFC title game.

However, the first champion among the Jones brothers has already been crowned in a different sport: mixed martial arts. Middle brother Jon Jones, 25, became the UFC light heavyweight champion in 2011 and still holds the title. Jon, when reached on a promotional tour for "The Ultimate Fighter," said this weekend is another great moment for the Jones family.

"I’m so happy for my brothers and I’m excited to see the game this weekend," Jon Jones said. "I know they both want to play in the Super Bowl, so I expect them to play the best games of their lives. I’m proud of Arthur and Chandler.

"I know it’s not easy to make it this far in the NFL, but they’ve both dedicated their lives to becoming the best football players they can be. I can’t wait to see who makes it to the Super Bowl."

did not know about this

[Krimzon7]

Yeah, Authur was in a lot of the UFC Primetime with JBJ and Chandler is the fucking freak of the family. Seriously, you should watch some of his game film from Syracuse and his shit this year. Kid has game

[Droford]

The Iron Sheik ‏<s>@</s>the_ironsheik (https://twitter.com/the_ironsheik) American Idol need have new show call American Piece Of Shit. #1 winner are the Hulk Hogan and Jabroni Tony Romo


lol, Iron Sheik's not a fan of Romo

[James Steele]

The Iron Sheik ‏<s>@</s>the_ironsheik (https://twitter.com/the_ironsheik) American Idol need have new show call American Piece Of Shit. #1 winner are the Hulk Hogan and Jabroni Tony Romo


lol, Iron Sheik's not a fan of Romo
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[James Steele]

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[James Steele]

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[SammyG]

Wow, shut the fuck up

[Kris P Lettus]

did not know about this

Prolly the most successful family in sports ATM..

[Juan]

What happened in the nfl

haha

[Shisen Kopf]

Prolly the most successful family in sports ATM..

I dunno, the Ford Family are have pretty much set the standard for how to run a team. Lions are so consistent it's incredible!

[Next Big Thing]

I've got nothing but love for you Jimbo, and the Romo comment was out of line, HOWEVA, trying to give people seizures is not the answer.

[OssMan]

It seems the redskins lost

[mike adamle]

It's too bad the bears didnt make the playoffs

[Krimzon7]

Lovie Smith will be amazing as a DC in PHilly. He won't get a HC gig anywhere else.

[Innovator]

HOUSTON—Following his team’s loss to the New England Patriots last weekend, Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak reportedly gathered players and staff to congratulate them on engineering yet another Houston Texans season. “I know some of you are still disappointed, but no matter what, we can hold our heads high for putting together back-to-back Texans seasons,” said Kubiak, adding that after winning 11 of their first 13 games, the team’s ability to succumb to crucial injuries, totally lose momentum, and eventually bow out of the playoffs in the divisional round made it “one of the most Houston Texans seasons in franchise history.” “Things didn’t always go our way, and plenty of people doubted us, but we came together when it counted and finished with a classic Houston Texans run down the stretch. And I’m proud of each and every one of you for that.” According to team sources, Kubiak singled out quarterback Matt Schaub in particular for having the most Matt Schaub season of the nine-year veteran’s career.

[James Steele]

Wow, shut the fuck up

Go fuck yourself, you piece of shit.

[Ermaximus]

I would have rather had Gus Bradley.

Well, now my team does.

[Droford]

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Could have done without this..damnit

[Triple Naitch]

Guess that means Falcons/Pats SB.

[Nark Order]

:(

[Droford]

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I'll admit, I laughed.

[Droford]

I still don't understand why Bruce Arians hasn't gotten any head coaching nods yet.

He's the next head coach of your Arizona football Cardinals

[Evil Vito]

<font color=goldenrod>I'm much more interested in the NFC Title game. Ravens will probably lose by 3 scores.</font>

[Droford]

You're entitled to your opinion.

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[Evil Vito]

<font color=goldenrod>Flacco will cement his legacy as a middle of the pack QB. Nothing more, nothing less.</font>

[RoXer]

fuck sports

[DrA]

The worst thing about the playoffs is no Thursday Night Football

[Supreme Olajuwon]

Definitely feeling a Ravens win on Sunday.

It just feels like it's gonna happen. I have no empirical evidence to back it up. But I'm really sure it's gonna happen.

[alvarado52]

Sure hope so, it would be nice for one of my teams to deliver on their potential this season

[SlickyTrickyDamon]

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Delusional but nicely sung.

[James Steele]

Do they have a video of the song "Ray Lewis Is A Murdering Sack of Shit" (to the tune of "Wake Me Up When September Ends" by Green Day")

[RP]

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Delusional but nicely sung.

I almost bailed on this video, but i hung in and it got better and grew on me and now i like it. I cant get past that dude o the rights hat tho. I feel like that was a last second call that didnt work out.

[Krimzon7]

I don't have enough faith in Flacco to pick him vs the Pats. Besides, AFC North = ENEMY.

I'm gonna throw a hat in for the falcons to win just because the parties here will be fucking epic.

If I'm gambling though: Pats/Niners Superbowl

[Next Big Thing]

Buckhead and Atlantic Station will be popping if the Falcons win.

[Innovator]

Mike Lombardi hired as the VP of Player Personnel for Cleveland. Shame, I liked hearing him on the BS Report weekly.

[Nark Order]

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Delusional but nicely sung.

The beginning is really awful but I hung in there and its alright. SF has the best fan videos though.

[Nark Order]

Going for the Ravens because the Super Harbowl is by far the baddest ass matchup out of the possibilities.

[Next Big Thing]

My original prediction at the start of the season was Falcons vs. Patriots, however, the magical tale of Ray Lewis and his redemption can only come full circle if it's Falcons/Ravens considering he participated in the murder of two men in Atlanta. The story pretty much writes itself.

[Next Big Thing]

The beginning is really awful but I hung in there and its alright. SF has the best fan videos though.

They've had plenty of time over the last ten years or so to think about all the fan vids they'd make if their team was ever relevant again, so I'd expect high quality.

[Innovator]

My original prediction at the start of the season was Falcons vs. Patriots, however, the magical tale of Ray Lewis and his redemption can only come full circle if it's Falcons/Ravens considering he participated in the murder of two men in Atlanta. The story pretty much writes itself.

The story that no media member will cover.

[Droford]

Falcons have two former ravens coaches in mike smith and mike Nolan. mike Smith wears his Ravens super bowl ring during games.

[Nark Order]

They've had plenty of time over the last ten years or so to think about all the fan vids they'd make if their team was ever relevant again, so I'd expect high quality.

Have you been practicing the good sportsmanship failure speech that you're going to give when your team lets you down yet again?

[DaveBrawl]

I still haven't gotten mine figured out.

[Next Big Thing]

Have you been practicing the good sportsmanship failure speech that you're going to give when your team lets you down yet again?

I think I'd rather spend that time collecting all your disrespectful Falcons posts so I can make you eat your words after the game. Good thing most of those posts were short and sweet. Easier for you to choke down.

[Droford]

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Delusional but nicely sung.

I'd like to mention that after losing last years game the way they did, I think there were a lot of Ravens fans who wanted this exact afc championship rematch, although probably wanted it in Baltimore. The only other team that's less intimidated by the Patriots is the Giants, but tom Brady plays his worst games vs the Ravens (lowest qbr vs any team) and they were the first team to win a playoff game in new England in the Tom Brady era.

I personally would love nothing more than for the ravens to lay another beat down on the pats like they did in the wild card game, but I'm resigned to the fact it will be a close game just like the Broncos game.

[DaveBrawl]

they were the first team to win a playoff game in new England in the Tom Brady era.
But do you know who handed him his first loss in the playoffs?

Jake Plummer...and some other guys

[Droford]

Tom Brady only has a 3-2 record in the playoffs on the road. Partly because they get so many 1/2 seeds and home field..

[Team Sheep]

The only other team that's less intimidated by the Patriots is the Giants



A 2-7 record for the Ravens vs the Patriots really screams that.

[Emperor Smeat]

But do you know who handed him his first loss in the playoffs?

Jake Plummer...and some other guys
Denver and Miami used to be the biggest thorns against Brady until 2007. Remember it being considered a big deal once he finally managed to beat Denver both at home and on the road.

Also think that was either Plummer's best or only playoff win while at Denver.

[DaveBrawl]

I can't remember if he had another that season or not before they ran into the Steelers in the AFC Championship. Every other season before that he ran into Manning and the Colts who would then run into Brady and the Pats.

[Droford]

A 2-7 record for the Ravens vs the Patriots really screams that.

2-3 since 09 with a win in new England in the playoffs by 19 points. The other 4 games decided by 6 points or less. Tom Brady with a 62ish qbr vs the Ravens. Joe Flacco outplayed Tom Brady last 2 games. I could go on..that 19 point loss was the pats 3rd worst since 09 and worst at home.

[Supreme Olajuwon]

how can you go on when they still have a losing record

[Supreme Olajuwon]

hey guys look at all these awesome stats that didn't help my favorite team win!

[Supreme Olajuwon]

where's Herm Edwards when you need him

[Supreme Olajuwon]

who am I kidding

[Supreme Olajuwon]

no one needs Herm Edwards :'(

[Innovator]

I need Herm Edwards. Without him, how do I know how to play the game?

[Innovator]

HELLO

[Supreme Olajuwon]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_1OMiSrEJXnY/R30pZfAVaLI/AAAAAAAAFZw/oEpEZq-xYA0/s400/herm_edwards.jpg

[Skippord]

I like Herm Edwards :'(

should be a motivational speaker

[Supreme Olajuwon]

I wish Herm would come back and coach.

How old is he

[Supreme Olajuwon]

58

[Innovator]

58

[Supreme Olajuwon]

That's not that old, Herm!

[Innovator]

Herm Edwards ‏@HermEdwardsESPN
Know your role & Do your JobRT @cnote2381: @HermEdwardsESPN what's the most important element for having a good football team?

[Supreme Olajuwon]

Whoa, I had no idea the Harbaugh bros were 50 and 49. Those niggas look young.

[Team Sheep]

2-3 since 09

Is that something to celebrate?

[RoXer]

hate sports

[Droford]

Is that something to celebrate?
I'll take it.

Also, fun note. Last two years the patriots lost in the playoffs to a team that beat them in the regular season (giants/jets). Considering the jets loss was one of two losses and the giants loss was one of three, pretty interesting...they lost to the Ravens and 49ers this year...
Similarly, for the ravens they got swept in 08 by the Steelers and lost to them in the afc champ game (though they did beat the #1 titans after losing to them)and they lost to the patriots last year in the regular season and arc championship. In 09 they lost to the colts in the regular season and afc divsional round. In 2011 they split with the Steelers and lost to them in the divisional round.

[screech]

How about we focus on this week, Broseph?

[screech]

Fantasy draft last year, this dude was all pumped about drafting Danny Woodhead.

He won two games. Started the year 0-10.

lol Danny Woodhead

[Requiem]

hate sports

You just got Bruce Arians what are you complaining about. That's probably a good thing. Didn't see Arizona being his choice though.

[RoXer]

Which kicks out Ray Horton, leader and mastermind behind the 3rd (or whatever it was) best defense in the league

[RoXer]

Todd Bowles, who took over the Philadelphia defense when Juan Castillo was fired during the season, will replace Horton in Arizona, according to league sources.

The Eagles went just 1-9 with Bowles as defensive coordinator, giving up an average of 31.9 points per game.

[RoXer]

I mean they're fucking adults. And professionals at that. Maybe they can make the coach look like a genius. Who knows.

[Droford]

I doubt the 2013 Philadelphia eagles' defense will be much better

[Emperor Smeat]

Was Horton supposed to be promised the head coaching job or at least have a good chance at it?

Read something about him and the GM having a big argument but nothing about him and Arians having one.

[Next Big Thing]

I'll always like Ray Horton for the story about him selling his Mercedes to that Steelers cafeteria worker for 20 bucks. That and rocking cornrows well into his 50s.

[FearedSanctity]

The GM probably had gotten his hopes up about being the guy. And being this years Rooney Rule "candidate" probably didn't help his expectations. Hell of a drop to go from a "real" option for several teams HC to...the same job he had before for another team that's just as bad as the one he left

[Droford]

Rooney rule really worked..0-12

[Droford]

Breaking news

(01-18) 19:08 PST SAN FRANCISCO --

San Francisco police have interviewed 49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree about allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman in the city following the team's victory last weekend, The Chronicle has learned.

The alleged attack occurred at an unnamed hotel early on Jan. 13, hours after the team's victory over the Green Bay Packers at

The incident is being investigated by the Special Victims Unit, whose detectives have interviewed Crabtree with his lawyer present. Crabtree has agreed to make himself available for possible further interviews about an assault.

The 25-year-old player - who has not been detained or arrested - is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons.

[Krimzon7]

Crabtree is having his best year ever. He's been nothing short of remarkable during the playorr run. He's probably guilty of fucking/beating whomever

[Droford]

If the ravens lose, john harbaugh would join Andy Reid, Marty Schottenheimer, John Madden and Chuck Knox.as coaches to lose their first 3 conference champ game appearances

[Kris P Lettus]

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i know it's fake but still pretty LOL

[Droford]

The Herald’s Power Hitters — football beat writers and columnists —yesterday outlined all the reasons why the playoff Patriots are a different animal from the team that blew a fourth-quarter lead in September.

“Take away (Joe) Flacco’s long bombs and Pats win easy,” joro1 wrote. “I see a tight game until the 3rd and then the Pats separate and start pounding (Stevan) Ridley against a worn out D.”

One reader noted one key difference between September and now — the officiating — and said there’s no comparing the outcomes.

“Has everyone forgotten how bad the replacement refs were?” fv wrote. “Depending on the flip-a-coin calls or non-calls, that game, and any game during the first three weeks could have been a blow out by either team.”


Pats fans blaming the replacement refs for the week 3 loss and not the pats awful pass defense that allowed Joe flacco to pass for almost 400 yards..
And they can just magically stop flacco from doing it again and they'll win easy.
Lol

[Team Sheep]

Happy that the Jets signed John Idzik from the Seahawks as the new GM. The Jets could learn a thing or two from Seattle about sustainable management of an NFL team...

[James Steele]

#FUCKtheJETS

[Next Big Thing]

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i know it's fake but still pretty LOL

That wasn't funny at all... and I'm not just saying that as a Falcons fan. I don't know why a fan of a team that's not even in the playoffs would go through all the trouble to make a corny ass parody video about the 13-3 #1 seed.

At this point, the Saints aren't even on the radar. It's kind of sad and pathetic. Don't worry, you'll get your coach back next year and I'm sure that will somehow transform your notoriously shitty defense into the 2001 Ravens D and an older Drew Brees will lead you to a dynasty that lasts for one thousand suns blah, blah, blah, blah, blah.

[itsmeJD]

Fuck the Saints...

[James Steele]

The Saints will be much improved next year. They will have their head coach back, have less bullshit swirling around them, and they will make changes to upgrade the defense. However, their fans are still some of the biggest shitheads this side of Los Angeles.

[Supreme Olajuwon]

What's on the other side of Los Angeles?

[Evil Vito]

<font color=goldenrod>Now the NFL is going to EXPAND the Rooney Rule to include mandatory interviews for minorities for all coordinator positions, instead of just head coach/GM spots.

So dumb. There's all this outrage over Lovie Smith remaining unemployed after a 10 win season. The media is pretty much trying to pass off the majority of NFL owners as racists and I don't think there's any real proof to substantiate that claim. Does it ever occur to people that maybe the white guys that were hired simply did better in their respective interviews? Nope - clearly the owners are just racist.</font>

[Krimzon7]

What's on the other side of Los Angeles?

SHIT HEAD LAKER FANS...:mad:

hopefully drowing in the pacific ocean

[Krimzon7]

Lovie Smith will make a total kick ass D Coordinator in Philly where he will whip the Eagles into shape and lead them to a Superbowl like BUddy Ryan should have done with that 46 defense.


being unrealistic is sooo cool sometimes.

[Nark Order]

This "lack of minority coaches" nonsense is so silly. Anything the media can latch onto, they most certainly will. Beside, Mike Tomlin should probably count as like 3 black guys anyway, so it evens out.

[Krimzon7]

This is such an ignorant statement that it warrants a guffaw.

[Bad News Gertner]

Can't wait to get this boring game over with tomorrow so my Pats can go back to the Super Bowl.

[Bad News Gertner]

how can you go on when they still have a losing record

Lol remember the Simpsons episode when Bart goes to Shelbyville with his friends and Shelbyville starts trashing Spingfield with "Springfield sucks, that's why we almost beat them at football half the time"

That's Droford logic.

[OssMan]

they should make each team carry one minority quarterback

[Bad News Gertner]

This is such an ignorant statement that it warrants a guffaw.

You're not slaves anymore, what more do you people want? Geez.

[Evil Vito]

<font color=goldenrod>Remember when Jason Garrett was the interim HC of the Cowboys and was clearly going to be named permanent head coach but the Cowboys were forced to bring in a blatantly token minority guy for a pointless interview just to fulfill the Rooney Rule? I'm sure that guy loved only being interviewed because he was black.

Interviewing somebody specifically because of their skin color. I dunno, sounds pretty racist to me.</font>

[Krimzon7]

You're not slaves anymore, what more do you people want? Geez.

This is such an ignorant statement that it warrants a guffaw.

[Bad News Gertner]

How about the NFL offers them free purple kool-aid to smooth things over.

[Krimzon7]

I think Lovie Smith will be fine with a Coordinator's position or a year off from football. He's a great coach.

But this isn't about race, it's about the progression of the NFL. The league is becoming more and more offensive focused. With that much being understood, It's a logical choice to see teams hire Offensive Coordinators as Head Coaches. Now there are few, if any African American Offensive Coordinators in the NFL right now so the likelihood of seeing another 'unknown' head coaching hire be black, we're gonna wait a while. We won't see another black canidate until Kevin Sumlin is ready to leave Texas A&M

[Droford]

Can't wait to get this boring game over with tomorrow so my Pats can go back to the Super Bowl.

I would have never guessed you were Robert Kraft.

[Evil Vito]

<font color=goldenrod>There are rumors that the Pats may try to make a run at signing Ed Reed in the offseason if Reed opts not to retire.

So Ray Lewis' career will end, one of their legendary players might go to New England, and they'll probably have to massively overpay for mediocre Joe Flacco. Looks like tomorrow will be the end of the Ravens as we know them. Get ready for several shitty years ahead.</font>

[Evil Vito]

Pats fans blaming the replacement refs for the week 3 loss and not the pats awful pass defense that allowed Joe flacco to pass for almost 400 yards..
And they can just magically stop flacco from doing it again and they'll win easy.
Lol

<font color=goldenrod>They probably will because Joe Flacco sucks.

Joe Flaccid 4 life</font>

[Evil Vito]

http://taylorblitztimes.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/joe-flacco2.jpg?w=650

<font color=goldenrod>Looks like Flacco's trying to absorb the talents of a far superior quarterback in this pic.</font>

[Skippord]

Joe Flacco should grow that sweet mustache again

[screech]

:y:

[Emperor Smeat]

http://taylorblitztimes.files.wordpress.com/2012/07/joe-flacco2.jpg?w=650

<font color=goldenrod>Looks like Flacco's trying to absorb the talents of a far superior quarterback in this pic.</font>

Wouldn't be the first time someone tried to absorb his powers.
http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2011/0106/pg2_g_brady_b2_600.jpg

At least Peyton was nice enough to give it back a few years later.
http://mit.zenfs.com/209/2011/09/yahoo_manning_brady.jpg

[Nark Order]

This is such an ignorant statement that it warrants a guffaw.

Yes, because I was being 100% serious with that statement.

[Krimzon7]

Tom Brady looks like he couldn't give a fuck about these post game pleasantries.

[Krimzon7]

Yes, because I was being 100% serious with that statement.

You made a horrible joke about the topic. It displayed such a low level of comedic timing and talent that it warranted a guffaw.

[Nark Order]

No, you're just race bating and are trying to act as an authority on the subject because you're black. I didn't say anything wrong and I'm quite happy that you don't find my brand of humor amusing, as I'm not trying to attract complete dipshits.

[Droford]

<font color=goldenrod>There are rumors that the Pats may try to make a run at signing Ed Reed in the offseason if Reed opts not to retire.

So Ray Lewis' career will end, one of their legendary players might go to New England, and they'll probably have to massively overpay for mediocre Joe Flacco. Looks like tomorrow will be the end of the Ravens as we know them. Get ready for several shitty years ahead.</font>

As much as I like Ed Reed and would like to see him end his career in Baltimore, if he walks and goes to the pats, congratulations for over paying for an injury prone past his prime player. If the Ravens win the super bowl I honestly expect him to retire with ray Lewis and that would make an awesome duo to go in the hall of fame at the same time.

I also disagree with your assessment of the Ravens' future. The defense might not be as good as in years past but this years offense was the best in franchise history in just about every measurable statistic and s far as I know all the pieces will be returning. Torrey Smith will have his 3rd year wr Breakout season...

[Krimzon7]

No, you're just race bating and are trying to act as an authority on the subject because you're black. I didn't say anything wrong and I'm quite happy that you don't find my brand of humor amusing, as I'm not trying to attract complete dipshits.

Oh, Right. You're the complete authority on every fucking thing. You make an ignorant remark and when somebody calls you on the ignorance of said remark you attempt to accuse that person of race baiting? Bitch please.

I could care less about what you think of me you simple little twat.

[Krimzon7]

As much as I like Ed Reed and would like to see him end his career in Baltimore, if he walks and goes to the pats, congratulations for over paying for an injury prone past his prime player. If the Ravens win the super bowl I honestly expect him to retire with ray Lewis and that would make an awesome duo to go in the hall of fame at the same time.

I also disagree with your assessment of the Ravens' future. The defense might not be as good as in years past but this years offense was the best in franchise history in just about every measurable statistic and s far as I know all the pieces will be returning. Torrey Smith will have his 3rd year wr Breakout season...

Peyton Manning is a Bronco, it's very rare that players get to retire with their original teams. The bigger question is: If Ed Reed wanted to come back, will Baltimore work to keep him? Did Ogden retire a Raven? Hmm...

[Nark Order]

Let's be honest, you singled that post out because you don't like me. There was no ignorant statement whatsoever and I was making a light hearted joke. Gertner is quite blatantly being racist but you passed his comment up to target mine because you don't like me. Which is fine, but let's just call it what it is instead of getting all self righteous on your racial high horse. My joke was that Mike Tomlin is such a good coach that he should count as 3 coaches. I'm fairly certain that isn't offensive if the person reading it isn't mentally inept.

[Krimzon7]

Oh, Narc is the victim. got it. Let's be honest with that. I have Gertner on ignore as I find that he and shisen are idiots. I think there needs to be one more person added to that list right...about..now.

[Nark Order]

Didn't know you could quote Gertner if he was on ignore. Learn something new everyday! And I would be honored if you put me on ignore, quite honestly. Let's get moving on that initiative.

[Droford]

Peyton Manning is a Bronco, it's very rare that players get to retire with their original teams. The bigger question is: If Ed Reed wanted to come back, will Baltimore work to keep him? Did Ogden retire a Raven? Hmm...

Ogden played his entire 11 year career with the Ravens. I think that the Ravens will do everything within their power to bring ed reed back if he wants to come back, which is a debatable question on its own...but there would be a dollar figure at some point where they'd probably be realistic and tell him if he can get it somewhere else to go and take it. The bigger question would be whether there is a team that would overpay for him considering he's past his prime and playing injured..I doubt it.

[Droford]

Watch Ed Reed make a couple huge plays tomorrow now that I've ragged on him..

[Krimzon7]

LOL yeah, Nothing like trashing your player only to have them rip off some game changing plays.

Ozzie Newsome seems like he runs the player personnel department with a real 'old school' approach. I think if Reed wants to do the damn thing next year they will sit down and figure out a way to make it work. Of all the teams, they seem to want their heroes to retire in purple and black. Ogden, Ray Ray, and Reed all seem like they're gonna retire as ravens.

[Evil Vito]

As much as I like Ed Reed and would like to see him end his career in Baltimore, if he walks and goes to the pats, congratulations for over paying for an injury prone past his prime player. If the Ravens win the super bowl I honestly expect him to retire with ray Lewis and that would make an awesome duo to go in the hall of fame at the same time.

I also disagree with your assessment of the Ravens' future. The defense might not be as good as in years past but this years offense was the best in franchise history in just about every measurable statistic and s far as I know all the pieces will be returning. Torrey Smith will have his 3rd year wr Breakout season...

<font color=goldenrod>I think the Bengals will finally be making a big step forward next season and I'm also fully expecting the Steelers to make a return to SB contending form. I see the Ravens toiling about as a 3rd place team.

This is their chance to win it all and strike while the iron's hot. But it's difficult to imagine Brady and Belichick losing to the same team twice in a season for the second straight year...ESPECIALLY with the game being in New England. I'm fully expecting Flaccid to shit the bed and Brady to outplay him easily.</font>

[Evil Vito]

<font color=goldenrod>Speaking of Ogden...I seem to remember in ESPN NFL 2k5 that there was a glitch when you did a fantasy drafted franchise that led to all of the CPU teams using their best rated player as the return man, regardless of position.

This led to Jonathan Ogden: kick returner.</font<

[Team Sheep]

<font color=goldenrod> But it's difficult to imagine Brady and Belichick losing to the same team twice in a season for the second straight year...</font>

This already happened in 2010 and 2011.

[Krimzon7]

<font color=goldenrod>I think the Bengals will finally be making a big step forward next season and I'm also fully expecting the Steelers to make a return to SB contending form. I see the Ravens toiling about as a 3rd place team.

This is their chance to win it all and strike while the iron's hot. But it's difficult to imagine Brady and Belichick losing to the same team twice in a season for the second straight year...ESPECIALLY with the game being in New England. I'm fully expecting Flaccid to shit the bed and Brady to outplay him easily.</font>

Oh Jesus, you just started the Cincinnati media darlings party train. You're damning them to a 5 win season.

[Kris P Lettus]

That wasn't funny at all... and I'm not just saying that as a Falcons fan. I don't know why a fan of a team that's not even in the playoffs would go through all the trouble to make a corny ass parody video about the 13-3 #1 seed.

At this point, the Saints aren't even on the radar. It's kind of sad and pathetic. Don't worry, you'll get your coach back next year and I'm sure that will somehow transform your notoriously shitty defense into the 2001 Ravens D and an older Drew Brees will lead you to a dynasty that lasts for one thousand suns blah, blah, blah, blah, blah.

"I've had my best year and we're still 1-1 against the saints.."

[Evil Vito]

This already happened in 2010 and 2011.

<font color=goldenrod>Shit, you're right. I forgot that the Jets were actually relevant a couple of years ago.

Still...can't see it happening 3 years in a row. Patriots will be headed to New Orleans.</font>

[Krimzon7]

SuperBowls in N'awlins have been good to the Patriots.

[DaveBrawl]

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[itsmeJD]

I hope Atlanta finds a way to completely destory San Francisco tomorrow. I hope it isn't even close. I hope not only do they win but they knock Kaepernick out of the game totally and then get an unsportsmanlike penalty for celebrating it. So much Falcons hate on ESPN. Fuck ESPN.

[Krimzon7]

Well, I don't wish any ill will on Kapernick (he's frat)...but I'm not happy rooting for the Niners as they've doused the championship flames of the Bengals each time we've gone to the SuperBowl(Fuck you John Taylor).

I won't root for them, but no amount of insanity can lead anyone to believe that the Falcons have any real chance here.

Hope Atlanta channels all the mojo they can. Get Dion to come out and Do a Dance, Get Jamal Anderson out to do the Dirty Bird...hell even get Hammer to come out and sing 2Legit2Quit only to lose embarrasingly.

[Droford]

<font color=goldenrod>I think the Bengals will finally be making a big step forward next season and I'm also fully expecting the Steelers to make a return to SB contending form. I see the Ravens toiling about as a 3rd place team.

This is their chance to win it all and strike while the iron's hot. But it's difficult to imagine Brady and Belichick losing to the same team twice in a season for the second straight year...ESPECIALLY with the game being in New England. I'm fully expecting Flaccid to shit the bed and Brady to outplay him easily.</font>

The Steelers are really close to finishing last behind the browns. I'd make that an official prediction but I'll wait til free agency/draft. Baring some major changes though, I can't see the Ravens not winning the division next year.

[DrA]

At the beginning of the playoffs I predicted either a Falcons/New England or an Atlanta/Ravens Super Bowl and I'm going to stick with that prediction. I'll go a step further in this thread and predict an Atlanta/Patriots Super Bowl for tomorrow.

[RoXer]

But not Falcons/Ravens? #TeamCagedBird

[itsmeJD]

At the beginning of the playoffs I predicted either a Falcons/New England or an Atlanta/Ravens Super Bowl and I'm going to stick with that prediction. I'll go a step further in this thread and predict an Atlanta/Patriots Super Bowl for tomorrow.

I like the way you think sir.

[DrA]

But not Falcons/Ravens? #TeamCagedBird

It could still happen man, my picks aren't always set in stone.

[Team Sheep]

You know what quite often happens? When a team has a dominant play off win at home they rarely live up to the same standard the following week. Therefore I'm going with Baltimore vs Atlanta Super Bowl.

[itsmeJD]

Who has two thumbs and is ready to watch their team win an NFC Championship???

:y:THIS GUY!!!!:y: RISE UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Nark Order]

Good luck Atlanta fans. If you beat the 9ers then you deserve a trip to the big time. NBT, I like busting your balls about Atlanta but I'm fully aware that they can stamp our ticket home today. May the best team win.

[Nark Order]

Lots of Ray Lewis attention but not a ton for Tony Gonzalez. Love that man.

[RP]

not killing enough people

[screech]

not killing enough people

Or hiding them better.

[Nark Order]

Really worried the noise is going to play a factor in the game. Really fucks Kaep's day up when he can't call audibles correctly. Saw it in Seattle and St. Louis.

[Next Big Thing]

Could have sworn the game was at 1:00, not 3:00. Threw off my whole pre-game plan.

[Nark Order]

Yeah. I thought it was at 1pm PST but its at 12 now. Work at 11:30 at the restaurant so I won't be able to talk shit to you, NBT. But I'll be watching.

[SlickyTrickyDamon]

Working during the NFC Championship game?

[screech]

Gotta make them greenbacks

[Droford]

I thought about ignoring the nfc game but I decided to watch it

[SlickyTrickyDamon]

Was that Stagger Lee Marshall as the Altanta Falcons PA announcer?

[Droford]

49ers defense has been garbage the last month of the season

[Ruien]

Matt Ryan is a beast.

[Ruien]

I am scared about Atlanta's defense though.

[Droford]

This could get ugly quick

[Team Sheep]

Fucking Sky Sports feed is down :mad:

[Next Big Thing]

So far, so good.

[Droford]

Probably should stop running on 1st for a while

[Droford]

Time out for the security guard

[Team Sheep]

Hahaha. The Fox injury music for the security guard.

[Ruien]

Ya... Need to stop running for a couple of first downs.

[Droford]

100 yards for Jones still 5 to go in the first..lol

[Ruien]

San Fran needs to do something here. At least a couple first downs.

[Ruien]

Talk about a team sack.

[SammyG]

Loving this so far. Where's my boy MTH15

[Evil Vito]

<font color=goldenrod>Matt Ryan's starting to make a believer out of me.</font>

[Next Big Thing]

Man oh man. Could have sworn the 49ers would have wrapped this game up shortly after kickoff. Good thing the Falcons decided to play the game anyways I guess.

[SlickyTrickyDamon]

Early game bounce for Matty Ice

[Droford]

So much for SF

[Ruien]

Not so fast Droford :(

[Droford]

They still have to figure out how to stop the falcons

[Ruien]

You are jinxing them!!

[Droford]

Bring back lord Alfred Hayes.."promotional consideration has been paid for by the Following"lol

[The Condor]

At least Kaep has finally found Vernon Davis.

[Droford]

Lol bullshit penalty they were tangled up he didn't throw him down