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They aren't the "same" players or people in any sense of that word.

I think you owe Mr. Durant an apology.

Define "led." Are you really suggesting the Pats*** won games last year because of Mac Jones' play? I think most outside observers would say the Pats*** made it to the playoffs behind a stellar defense and running game. Was he serviceable? Sure. He put up a decent rating with his dinks and dunks, but from what I witnessed he didn't ever put the team on his back.

Sounds like you're just arguing to argue. Suit yourself.

I am guessing -- but do not know for certain -- that this is probably just CYA language to make sure people don't think they automatically get playoff tickets when they buy season tickets. I bet if you purchase playoff tickets through your ST account they are added to the card.

Off the top of my head: Comeback 51-3 Perfect game Fitz/Jackson beat Brady* 2011 77 seconds

That’s a little harsh…I mean, the uniform seemed to fit well and everything.

You’re praising a guy for a success rate that is the equivalent of flipping a coin, and he was the best. There is literally no value in the mock draft “industry” aside from the NFL keeping content churning for fans who can’t get enough. Again, I get it — it’s just not for me. I’ll refrain from posting in any mock draft thread further. I simply saw the McShay thread title and reacted. Looking forward to the actual draft in 17 days and living in reality.

Just an FYI, you can put the mobile ticket into your Wallet app (if you have an iPhone) and then mobile service is not required to open and use it at the gate.

Even a blind squirrel occasionally stumbles upon a nut or two. That astounding result is still only 50%, and how many of those matches were after the top 10?

Hey man, I know people love this stuff…it just amuses me. These guys are right approximately 4.5% of the time.

I think you’re missing the point. If Jones gets the ball there faster, with less arc, Hyde can’t make that play. Hence, arm strength.

Is he ever right? Unless you’re talking about predicting the top 5 or so draft picks, the “mock draft” phenomenon continues to astound me — and all of these guys’ records are putrid. It makes complete sense that teams run simulations internally to give themselves an idea of how a draft may shake out, but the mock drafts by media members and “insiders” crack me up. Carry on.

The team can’t force anyone to restructure…but they can ask, and if the player agrees why would the league want to prevent that?

I’m actually excited to go to a hockey game tonight! It will be my first in a couple of years. Curious to see the Buffalo fan turnout, as in the past we’ve had solid support in Raleigh, but the bandwagon Canes fans have been pumped up as well since they have a top team.

That’s just wrong. If you watched that game and think the Heels “choked” I don’t know what to tell you.

I’m no fan of cyclists but that’s messed up. I hope that driver was charged with assault and battery.

Thanks for posting, Mrs. Whaley!

Manny Sanders is beside himself on GMFB…love that guy. ”See this table right here? I’m gonna jump through it!!!”

Big Baller Beane comes through again. Gotta keep Josh and his best friend happy!

Bump. Great call, Whales! What a moron.

Fun game last night against one of the best in the league. I’m going to the game down here in NC Thursday night. Maybe I’ll eat some babies.

Although Phil got caught saying some pretty dumb things, he's smart enough to know that his popularity is at an all-time low right now. Man, did he screw the pooch.

I'll be back in three weeks and four days...I need some time to think about this.

If we’re all being honest, I think the conversation about Whaley starts and ends here. He is a very good judge of talent, but horrible at the business side of football — which is what being a GM requires. Dude didn’t understand or learn how to manipulate the salary cap at all. Great example of the Peter Principle — being hired beyond his optimal capacity. I’ll take any of his opinions on the salary cap or what teams can or can’t do financially with a huge grain of salt.