Rocky Landing

I think what MDH was pointing out was that just because you are taking the opposite, or "unpopular" stance, doesn't exclude you from fueling the very thing you are decrying. The media is certainly not "banning" unpopular speech. On the contrary, it relies on opposition to give what you refer to as "exploitation" its legs. The media needs useful idiots on both sides of the fence for there to be anything to exploit. And, thanks for participating. I disagree with this. Handing off the investigation to an outside entity, headed by a Mueller, no less, is a pretty good way of diffusing the situation as it is. Goodell doesn't have to answer another question for as long as the investigation takes. They have handed the ball off. And, by the time the investigation is through, which will likely be a long while, and assuming there aren't any particularly damaging revelations, there will likely be little interest in its findings.

You're right. I had the wrong stat. I feel better.

I'm probably going to sound a bit boorish in this sentiment, but I don't believe it is the NFL's responsibility to "punish" athletes for their off-field issues. It is their responsibility to protect the image of the NFL, and the interests of shareholder's, fans, and other stakeholders. Rice screwed up in this regard, and he is gone as a result. When, and if, public opinion sways enough to let him back in, and a team wants him, he will be back in. Just Like Michael Vick. This is not about justice-- that is up to the legal system. This is about football, and the NFL's image. I'm not going to waste any emotional energy on how the NFL handled this, and I'm not going to feel any "outrage" over how well the NFL, or Goodell, managed the NFL's image in this one case. It's just not that important.

Says the guy fueling the social media outrage machine. Written, I assume, without a shred of irony.

Who's better: Forte or Moreno? Moreno looked pretty damned good against the Pats. And, Forte averaged over 10 per carry. Our W against the Bears notwithstanding, I'm not so sure we have solved our abysmal run defense problem from last season. Will the addition of Bradham this week make that much of a difference in our run D? I'm skeptical.

"A credibility problem..." Yes. I'm just not sure how important such credibility is to the NFL, especially when there is this... you know... season going on to distract everybody. I'm sorry, but I don't see much of a similarity.

I have a hard time believing that this is going to bring Goodell down. Does anyone have a clue who would replace him? Maybe Jon Bon Jovi?

One of the best threads in recent memory. Thanks to the fish fans for participating.

Maybe the OP is a slacker? (I certainly hope you get that reference.)

Still, he has to have an inkling of its significance. It's not the Bills trademark, but come on... it's a buffalo on his shirt!

Very cool analysis. Loved this.

A little early for this sort of bandwagon, but still a pretty interesting read.

I think Corn Chex Stadium is better.

I would imagine that if it were so easy to get, that TMZ would have had it a lot sooner. It is their stock in trade, after all.

I think I disagree with you. I've always interpreted that term as a way of lowering the bar for what is perceived as unacceptable, so that any physical contact that is unwelcome is also unacceptable. It isn't just a matter of touching that causes pain, i.e. punching, or slapping, but grabbing, pushing, restraining, etc. are also unacceptable. Self defense is, of course, another thing entirely.

Sure, the NFL could have obtained that footage. However, TMZ, I would imagine to be MUCH better at that sort of investigative journalism, and it took them this long to do it. But, I also wonder, is it the NFL's responsibility to investigate players beyond the evidence that is presented to them? And, let's be honest here, the reason the NFL investigates these things at all, or have player conduct policies written into their contracts is because they want to control their image-- it has nothing to do with justice. To be entirely honest, the heinous nature of this case notwithstanding, I am a little uncomfortable with the NFL investigating the personal lives of its players beyond what affects the game, or directly affects the league.

This is a hard comparison to make this early in the season. We're certainly improved in stopping the run. But, Spikes has something to do with this. Also, with Cutler throwing 49 times, and Forte (who had a great game) carrying all but one of their rushing attempts, it's hard to make a definitive statement on our run defense. To me, the difference in this game to a Pettine led defense, looked more like a measured approach to game-planning. It was important for us to stop the run for this team, since we were so bad at it last season. But, it was more import to defend the pass for this game. And so, Forte had great game. Cutler did not. Of course, it shouldn't be surprising that Schwarz would know exactly how to rattle Cutler. And, rattle him we did.

We only turned the ball over once, while creating four turnovers for the Bears. That was a big part of our win today. Lengthen the leash, perhaps. Unleash him? Not so fast.

I haven't bet on this game. But, if I were, I would take the under, and stay away from the line.

Jesus Mother-humping Christ!!! Where did you find such clowns who think so highly of their own opinions that they would post their twaddle on youtube??? How did you find it, and why would you pay attention??? I'm truly mystified!!! "Eat their words!" Get them a bib!

1.A; 2.D; 3.A; 4.C; 5.C; 6.B; 7.C; 8.A; 9.C; 10.E; 11.C You have to give the exact date you are going to post the winner.

Genny Screamers. Yep. That's what we used to call them. Tastes like high school. We shall see how accurate the site is on the West Coast. I've got my fingers crossed.

Wow. I just went to that site, and a bunch of places did pop up. I think that many of them are probably dead ends-- the closest to me is a tiny, old bowling alley that's hardly ever open. But I'm going to make this a Genny Cream Ale quest. My first season with the NFL ticket AND cold Genny Cream Ale??? The stars must be aligning ! Get ready for the Super Bowl everyone!!!

My personal vote for the top three, so far. IMHO. In no particular order.

I live in a very Hilly area of the Angeles National Forest, just North of Los Angeles (considered "un-incorporated L.A.), and my house is surrounded by lots of trees, including a 150-year-old California live oak that covers almost my entire house. As a result, I have not been able to get Direct TV, or the NFL ticket. But, this last year, we built a studio on the far side of the corral with a roof that has the right angle to the sky. Direct TV with the NFL ticket, installed TODAY!!!