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I completely disagree with the premise that "it just didn't work out". Even if I were to accept this argument, he made the wrong call, and at the end of the day that's what it is largely about, picking the "right" guys. My main problem with the signing was the evaluation process. I would like to believe that before you give a large financial commitment to a NFL quarterback, specially one that wasn't a blue chip prospect coming out of college, that you vet the candidate thoroughly. He had five or six good games, Bills fans and apparently Nix as well was feeling the euphoria of the mini winning streak we had, and he bit on that sentiment and offered a contract that he shouldn't have. For crying out loud, he should have at least waited till the end of the season to give a more complete evaluation before the commitment was made. And I reject the notion that if we would of waited till the end of the year that we would of lost him to another bidding team. It was a classic case of buying high. Not only did Nix make the purchase at a high, but it was at his absolute record high. So I guess we'll just have to agree to disagree on this one.

Don't forget the Fitz contract re negotiation, that was a complete, utter debacle.

I say give them all an equal chance to win the job and let the chips fall where they may.

But, but Nawrocki is a racist.

Interesting piece in the WAPO that touched on many of the points I've recently brought up. Obama to liberal supporters, don't doom the immigration bill. This is basically what you were somewhat alluding to earlier B Man This is what I brought up the other day, Obama had three main goals that he wanted to achieve for his second agenda. Gun Control, "Grand Bargain" on the debt" and Immigration Reform. As of now, the Gun Control issue is not in play, because of it's defeat (even though I wouldn't be surprised if it was revisited), and in regards to a "Grand Bargain"; yeah good luck with that. So that leaves Immigration reform. I know that Obama loves the competition aspect of politics, so he likes the idea of winning the war of politics, I get that, but as I mentioned earlier, if there is one thing that he loves more so than the sport of politics, it's himself. And this is his best shot of having something meaningful done in his second term to have something positive towards his legacy.

So the way you help solve this possible risk is by addressing it through the amendment process. It's not as if the "Schumer-Rubio" proposal is a finished product. Just the way Rubio has always said, it is a "framework" or foundation for what a bill could look like.

One of the main criticisms of Geno going into the draft was his mental toughness. Considering that he was about to skip the second day of the draft in the Green Room, after he was seen sulking in disappointment, in which of course someone told him "You can't do that man, you better show up for day two" and now that he has fired his agent only reinforces some of the criticism that he received. Time will tell whether or not those criticisms were unfounded.

Well to be fair, another major difference was the production between the two.

I don't doubt for a second that there are many on the left who would rather keep this immigration bill unresolved so that they can use it as a "hammer" as you would say for 2014 and beyond. My contention was that I don't believe that Obama does, simply because he has a legacy at stake. Did you see all the columns written yesterday about Obama and how he has lost control etc.? This is his best shot at getting something meaningful passed for his second term. It will be interesting to see how this plays out. He did get lots of support from the LGBT donor class and they did play a pivotal role during the elections, specially amongst younger voters, will he come out with a full-throated support of this amendment or will he behind the scenes look to try to get this out of the bill in order to help get a bill passed. Also, to the point you brought up earlier regarding Rubio. Obama should pay attention to how Rubio works. See how this guy is earning the respect from people from both sides of the aisle? He is building a consensus, he is working hand in hand with Liberals and he is going to virtually all the conservative news/entertainment outlets which usually are opponents of immigration reform to pitch the plan and build support. He is making sure that this will be an open process and he is respecting opinions that differ from his. Without a doubt, Rubio is the most important person in this entire process. If he goes, the bill dies. The only shot it will ever happen is with Rubio's full support, energy and skill. I believe that he will get a lot of the credit as he should for making this happen, if it happens.

Now THIS a "poison pill" amendment: Read more: http://www.politico....l#ixzz2S3tvIKZ6 Everyone understands that in order for a bill to pass, that it will take as many conservatives as possible to vote for this bill. One of the major boosters of this bill coming from Conservative quarters is coming from the Evangelicals, and Leahy and other liberals know full well that if they add this amendment, the Evangelicals will bail and will absolutely derail whatever hopes there are to get a bill through.

http://money.cnn.com/2013/05/01/news/economy/adp-jobs-report/ Mind you, this is from Mark Zandi, a supporter of the president's economic policies.

Read more: http://www.politico.com/story/2013/04/marco-rubio-immigration-bill-cant-pass-the-house-90789.html#ixzz2Rz5t9eMT

I just want to echo some of the sentiments that I've been reading, I just find it to be incredibly odd that no team was willing to take a very low-risk/high reward flyer in using a 7th round pick for someone who by virtually just about all accounts is a physically gifted relatively large sized specimen who has achieved and put up huge stats in every level of football he has played. He was parade all American in High school, in his first full season in college he stepped in and was first team SEC and led the conference in Receiving yards, and then dominated in the Div II college he transferred to. I mean, we all know that he failed three drug tests, and had other issues as well, but over the past year and a half he has passed all 10 drug tests and stayed out of trouble. I'm just having a hard time rapping my head around the fact that no one decided to use a measly 6th or 7th round draft choice for someone who arguably if he had stayed out of trouble would of been seen as a first round WR draft choice.

Eugene Parker

I would be pleased if we played competitively the first half of the season and then translated that into wins in the second half. 7-9

Yep... it absolutely will not be "rushed" or "jammed" through congress. It will be a long, deliberative process that will allow all people who are working in good faith to add amendments and to strengthen the bill and help ensure border security measures. Of course, there will be those who say they are working in good faith who absolutely have no desire to improve or pass any bill that includes a pathway to citizenship, who will introduce "poison pill" amendments and measures in order to try defeat this piece of legislation.

While I agree with what you initially said, the "system" you mention doesn't speak to what you said. It refers to a different criteria.

Yeah, the ruling is poppycock.

On one hand, I believe that Pot should be legal, on the other, I believe a company should be able to hire and fire who they want. http://www.politico.com/blogs/under-the-radar/?ml=bl_jg Of course, the case is based on a different criteria that I just mentioned, but which one should supercede the other, the state law or corporate policy? Reluctantly, I suppose I'd side with the company.

I'm glad you said this... Honestly

That's right, they do care about it... So since you aren't Latino, it's a bull **** topic right? Doesn't matter, it's a moot point, despite all your claims, it does matter and this priority WILL become law.

Are you sure you want to give % predictions again, remember the last time? Other than that, I agree it will be interesting.

Either Woods or Justin Hunter WR Then the best TE available which would be either Kelce, Escobar or Ertz With that I'm set