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I go by the averages. They’ll all underperform. But I’m counting on the Bills to draft Hingle McCringleberry at some point in this draft.

Ok, I know I said I wouldn’t post in here any more, but I found this site interesting. It’s a ranking of 181 1st round mock drafts from last year (and you can go back as far as 2018) using a pretty intricate grading system that is extremely lenient towards the “mocker.” It awards a range of points in four categories, resulting in a total of 320 possible points. Using a point system that rewards “being close” the best mocker last year still scored only 207 (65%) and there were just three guys who broke 200. #181 scored 114. The average was 152.6 and the median was 151; both under 50%. “Star” mocker McShay was at least above average with 168; Kiper was at 153. John Clayton (RIP) scored 129; a solid tie for 159th place. Of the four years of rankings available, 2021 was the most successful overall for the mockers. @GunnerBill I’d love to see you go back and score your draft using this methodology. I respect all of the scouting work you do and I’m curious. Anyway, I know I’m not changing anyone’s mind and this phenomenon will continue, but I’m happy I’ve now found some actual evidence of what a futile exercise it appears to be.

A simple call to the ticket office should clear it up.

And that's where we disagree. I think Belichick can take just about any mid-level QB and get that performance out of him with his dink and dunk system if he's got a strong defense and running game. Calling Jones a "difference-maker" is hilarious; in extreme conditions he wasn't even allowed to play the position. Only three QBs who started all 17 games last season threw for fewer yards than Jones. Only three threw fewer TDs. He is a "middle of the pack" QB in just about every aspect of the game, which is fine. He can have a nice little NFL career. Gotta dream bigger with a 1st round QB.

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.