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Brown, Dawkins and now Mad Max

Spencer Brown

You really seem to love YPC and think it is some barometer of goodness. You might fall over if you look at the greatness that is Alec Pierce and his YPC.

Not a Country Music fan, but I heard this one on the store radio the other day....I had forgotten about this one:

Player- Shakir Personality- Tre

Spencer Brown

Greg Freaking Rousseau

“I was recently at an AHL hockey game and these guys were noticeably better than the dynastic Edmonton Oilers and New York Islanders teams that I often saw live before my very eyes during the 1980s.” I’m assuming you’re referring to the overall size and speed of the players, which I agree and it’s pretty obvious, and not that you’re implying that an AHL team full of players who’ll never step onto an NHL ice surface could even compete, much less beat 2 of the greatest teams in league history chalked full of HOFers.

It was Kincaid prior to last seasons disappointing series of events. He could be my favorite but I’m still a little sour. Keons personality has won me over. He kills it in his interviews and has been saying ALL the right things and seems as if he’s been putting in the work this offseason. He’s up there. Shakir’s RAC ability gets me the most hyped. Benford is the quintessential pro. No talk- all action. Just stay healthy in the playoffs vs the chiefs ffs 🤦🏻‍♂️ Favorite non starter- Ty Johnson

My only quibble with alot of the above is that they play more games now that in the past, so "first 7 seasons" stats are skewed in favor of current players. I believe Allen is better than Kelly, but Kelly played fewer games per season (no fault of his own) so he is handicapped vs. Allen.

Dawkins maybe?

Shakir

I was waiting for that.. I suspect we’ll see a lot of love for Shakir too..

In what's sure to be a hot take: James Cook. His speed, vision, and elusiveness is so fun to watch.

I would be throwing up right now if I were a Steeler’s fan.

I hate to say this, the traditions and rivalries are going to be a thing of the past now that kids can portal out and take the biggest pay day on a year to year basis. I’m happy they are getting paid. The kids deserve it imo…. But i think it will be at the expense of rivalries and tradition at the higher levels of college basketball. I’ve been a die hard UNC fan since Worthy beat Ewing in the 82 title game. Watching the players develop over the years while playing against the same players on the other acc teams was what I enjoyed the most. The rivalries were a school thing….but the players were the ones that made the rivalries so great. It was so fun to hate on Ferry, Laettner, Hurley, Jwill, Reddick and Woj. Nowadays, it seems as if 1 out of 2 great players will either go pro after one year or portal out to the highest bidder. I really hope that I’m wrong for the sake of one of my favorite past times, but the money changes everything.

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Social media is crap. Mark zuckerburgh hasn't done an honest days work a day in his life!

Hurdy Gurdy Man is the name of the album... not just one song.

You have a strange view of this. Yes- Klay and draymond will both be in the HoF. I promise. Who cares if players are transient? Does that mean they aren’t as good? It means that players have more options and more control of their futures. The great players can go where they want and play with whom they want to play with for the most part. It’s just difficult to fit 3 max contracts under the cap unless you can draft/acquire bird rights to 1 or 2 of them. but again- saying that there never be another finals with 6 HoFs is just a reckless claim and will prove incorrect. Who cares if Durant hasn’t won since leaving Gs? Does it make him any less great? He’s also 36 years old and still playing very good basketball. Barkley, and Malone never won one and both tried to latch on to already built teams in order to get themselves one because they couldn’t win one. Are you saying Durant wasn’t great because he joined a super team to win a title? The thunder were competing against 3 dynasties in the warriors, heat and spurs for every year. What does this have to do with the talent level in the nba? Nothing please provide some insight as to how the league rosters, top to bottom, is lesser now than it used to be. ai sees it differently and provides examples I’ve already given you: Yes, the consensus is that the overall talent level in the NBA is higher today than it was in the 1980s. This is due to a combination of factors, including improved training methods, a larger global talent pool, and a game that emphasizes different skills. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Improved Training and Conditioning: Modern NBA players benefit from advanced training techniques, nutrition, and access to better facilities. This leads to players being bigger, faster, and more athletic than their 1980s counterparts. Global Talent Pool: The NBA has become a truly international league, with players from all over the world showcasing their skills. This expands the talent pool and brings in players with unique backgrounds and skill sets. Evolution of the Game: The modern NBA game emphasizes skills like three-point shooting, ball-handling, and passing, which are more prevalent today. While some may argue that certain aspects of the game were more physical in the 80s, the current game requires a broader range of skills from players. Role Players: The skill level of players in the bottom half of the league is significantly higher today. Role players in the 1980s often lacked the versatility and shooting ability of today's role players. Scoring Inflation: While some argue that the increased scoring is due to rule changes and a more favorable offensive environment, it also suggests that players are more skilled at putting the ball in the basket. Comparison to the 1980s: While the 1980s were a fantastic era for the NBA, with legendary players like Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Michael Jordan, the game has evolved. Today's players are not just skilled in one area, but are versatile and able to contribute in many different ways.

For me it has to be Greg Rousseau. I really like the way he plays football a lot. I truly do believe that he will be a 10+ sack, meat and potato type of DE.. He has developed well over the last 4-5 years and I still think he has upside.. Honorable mention for me is Dawson Knox. I have been highly disappointed with his play over the last two years, at one point I thought he was a top 10 TE in the NFL. When he is in a groove he is an absolute menace to defenses. I really wish he would rebound and be the player that we all know and love. Who do you guys got???

I understand what you're saying about the g league and the effort for sure They are professional basketball players trying to make the biggest league in the world It has to be high effort.. but I'm just too ingrained in the college basketball and love the traditions and rivalries and hustle I really don't even watch the NBA except for some playoffs but college basketball is definitely a love

That is an excellent point about the G League and effort. I’m sure there is little loafing going on there. Strangely, it’s an anonymous world to me and associated with nothing I recognize so I don’t care. They don’t have the teams you love and the teams you hate, and they don’t have March Madness.

I want the View canceled immediately or I’m not donating for the mid terms. And John Oliver - deport him to while they’re at it. We don’t need hate American liars here on TV 24/7. It’s just wrong.

Yep this thread still sucks.