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You're certain Spencer Brown will be listed but uncertain about Dion Dawkins? That's interesting. I'll eat crow if necessary but I just don't see Brown being higher on the list than Dawkins.

If Beane's invited as a guest on Barnwell's podcast, he'll likely go all WGR on Barney. The fact that Barnwell's only counting the top 5 skill position players on each team definitely works against the Bills. I think it's reasonable to say that the Bills have good to very good depth at WR, TE, and RB but this exercise discounts depth in favor of top-line starters. I've noticed some here have poo-poo'd the Bills' free agent signings at WR and I understand that after the Trent Sherfield/Deonte Harty play 2 years ago but I'm in agreement with those who are optimistic about Elijah Moore and Josh Palmer. Hell, I'm optimistic about Curtis Samuel and Keon Coleman too. And we know who Shakir is. I agree with the comment upthread that some/many are sleeping on the Bills WRs but I also understand those who are taking a wait and see approach.

I watched what you posted (thank you) but I don't agree with the conclusion (bolded above). It seems like maybe about 35-40 throws in the video? I saw maybe 5 poor throws. There were also some throwaways and some 50/50 balls that I don't consider bad throws. My impression is that the bigger issues on these throws are a lack of separation by the receivers and also, drops. I agree with this as far as the really deep throws (not just 20 yards downfield). The home run throws are one area where Josh still needs more work and I agree that a lot of it is footwork. That is the one and only area in which Jimbo is clearly superior to Josh. Jimbo threw a beautiful bomb. As far as Kincaid, I'm hopeful that he'll show that he's worth his draft position (he hasn't yet IMO). I'm more hopeful than I am confident.

Deek, you're trying make a one-size-fits-all, definitive judgement. That's not the world we live in. Firstly, every situation is different... what if as a result of the incident, your daughter suffered PTSD, went sliding down that slope and struggled with trauma, shame, and depression every morning she woke up? What if she couldn't function and struggled to remain employed because she was driving an undependable junker because of her sporadic employment caused by her mental condition? How does your new car sound now? And of course that question disregards the myriad of related factors that make your question unanswerable including but not restricted to what kind of new car we're talking about... would you agree that your daughter buying a Nissan Versa would be different than her buying a Cadillac Celestique? While you're pondering your response, remember that the alleged victim in the Hairston case had to transfer from the University of Kentucky... Hairston remained at UK. BTW do you think she's enjoying the reprisal of this story? Secondly on a broad scale, in cases where an individual did in fact cause damage and harm to another, then I think it's appropriate for that person to pay a price to the victim... whatever that price is. From the standpoint of justice we would all hope that the punishment fits the crime but we would never know that, even in cases where we're directly involved. Only an omnipresent, omniscient, all-knowing, all-wise entity could answer the question(s) you're asking. I'm moving on...

I wonder if he wears short pants... 🙃

Deek... imagine this happened to your daughter. Now tell me what you would advise her to do... file suit or don't file suit?

There's an ages old saying that "Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity." In modern times it's more common to say that "Luck is the residue of design." Regardless of the above, there is an element of true, random, uncontrollable luck involved in sports... which have black and white outcomes. And no one will argue that the Bills have been the more talented team compared to the Ravens. I agree that the Chiefs will win the West... but at what cost? Will a more rugged and challenging division create regular season hardships and injuries that will affect them come playoff time... or will better competition actually make them a better team? That is the question.

Turning the discussion to a slightly different perspective, the subject of employment insecurity was touched on earlier. I've been in the workforce for decades in a few different industries and there definitely are: 1) some workers/employees that are nervous taking time off from work... even family leave... sometimes for good reason (see below). 2) some employers who will view time off from work negatively in their evaluation of an employee. On the subject of baby names (Seymour, Northrup, Chuck, Action, Fort, etc) I'm thinking if it's a boy that the either the first or middle name will be Lucas.

Well if nothing else, I'm glad I was able to enlighten you as to the actual meaning of the phrase, "money grab." I understand that many people these days couldn't care less about how they characterize things. I'm not one of those people.

I'm not sure who you're quoting but I can assure you it's not me. But if you think differently, you can copy the URL for each post or even simpler, just tell me what page number this quote is from. None of us know anything about this case. If you've been following this topic that's pretty clear. It's my opinion that the filing of the civil suit is not a money grab but rather, an action by someone who is seeking justice.

Actually, No. A civil suit is not "at its essence" a money grab. noun. plural money grabs. : the greedy pursuit of an opportunity for making money especially when done without regard for ethics, concerns, or consequences : cash grab. If he had sold out and made a money grab, much of what he stands for would have been diminished. The essence of a money grab is that it is an unscrupulous act.

Let me point out what was posted two pages ago...

Agreed. Ultimately the whole toe thing (or "foot thumb" if you prefer) brings into question his sense of commitment. Hard pass.

Okay. If not $100 million, how many millions of dollars shall we agree that he blew? 🙃

For the click averse, below is the original Facebook post from exactly one year after the incident: Rebecca Hendryx March 25, 2022 After a year of being silenced while this case was ongoing, I’m here a year later standing up for myself, bringing the broken system to light, and sharing the most vulnerable story of myself. March 25, 2021 I was raped in my own dorm room by a boy I had only met once before, a boy who was an early enrollee and had only been on campus for 8 weeks, a boy who was and STILL IS an active member on the University of Kentucky's Football team. The past twelve months have been exhausting, humiliating, and beyond frustrating. I've had to do things that I hope and pray no other 19-year-old goes through, but unfortunately, I know they will. Throughout this year-long process I have been forced to recount my story dozens of times, further deepening the trauma into my mind. I have been questioned about my choices, my response to the assault, and have been made to believe that I somehow asked for this. There is no right way to “act” or respond when you’re being assaulted, or the long days that follow. Although there is no right answer, I did everything I believed was right, everything I had been taught was the “right” thing to do if faced with such circumstances. I stayed up all night immediately following the incident making sure I did everything to “protect” myself in a hope of holding my assaulter accountable. I contacted officers, friends, and family to make them aware of what happened. I immediately went to the University of Kentucky hospital and spent hours therel having an extremely invasive exam done on my body. I was escorted by police straight from the hospital to the Lexington Courthouse to file an emergency protective order against the perpetrator, which was granted. I was then met at my dorm room by three detectives who took fingerprints and photos from my room, but this was just the beginning. I then hired an attorney and began fighting for justice and protection. After a Fayette County Judge heard my testimony (and my perpetrator was given the opportunity to do the same) I was granted an order of protection for the next 3 years. I was hopeful. Hopeful that people would hear me, believe me, and fight for me. I was hopeful that I would be actively protecting other victims of sexual assault by my own story and trauma. That hope was met with dead ends at every turn. I was told criminal charges would not be brought because there wasn’t “force.” Meaning because I didn’t physically fight back, there was no hope of accountability. My next hope was a Title IX hearing with the University of Kentucky. I was fully prepared for another disappointment, but I wanted to keep going. After giving testimony about my story, having my friends give their testimony about the story and letting my perpetrator do the same, I felt hopeful again for the first time in months. My case was devastatingly clear. I thought a small sliver of justice may be served. But once again, I was let down. Despite an audio recording I secretly filmed immediately following the incident where he never denied the fact I told him multiple times I did not want to have sex, and that he forced it, the SANE kit from the hospital, the dm’s between myself and the perpetrator, and the witnesses I provided, the law turned their cheek. I was given a choice and chance to file a lawsuit against the perpetrator, but money was never the solution. I want people to know the disgusting truth of what it looks like to be ignored, made “at fault”, and let down by the system that is supposed to protect individuals against sexual assault. I’ve been abandoned and left to fight on my own by the University of Kentucky, Title IX UK, and mostly the detectives, police, and law. If perpetrators are not held accountable it is clear that it will inevitably happen again. There needs to be change. College athletes need to be held accountable for their actions regardless of the status that they have. Change cannot happen when victims of rape are being silenced and belittled everday. The heartbreaking fact of the matter is that athletes are valuable to the school and the University will invest in attorneys, scholarships, and time into anything to make sure they’re protected. The University is alternatively willing to turn a blind eye to events that happen to non-athletes, especially women who are victims of sexual assault. Thank you to my family, attorneys, and friends for loving me and supporting me through the hardest year of my life.

To re-state and add to your point: There is more than one law enforcement agency with possible jurisdiction. There are confidentiality concerns in these types of cases. Credible media outlets reported that she posted the report on her social media. The civil suit stated that a report was filed. In addition, there's a 3rd possible law enforcement agency where the report may have been filed... The University of Kentucky Police Department. I don't get the skeptical witch hunt as to whether a report was filed.

This is exactly correct. Only 2 people were present and it's possible that even they don't know definitively what happened. Wiser people will withhold judgement and let the outcome play out but I agree that we're likely to never know any more than we do now. Mostly it's bizarre and disappointing how many people believe they know what happened and feel like they have to judge one individual or the other.

Hairston was a 17 year old Freshman at that big football factory... Kentucky. He weighed 170 lbs. According to an AI query, about 5-6% of 3-star recruits make the NFL. This is prime gold country?

They ditched Robert Kraft?

While with the Bills, Sam Aiken was considered an excellent special teams player on excellent Bobby April-led special teams. I think he was a core four player too.

Warwick?

I thought Tucker was a bachelor. "Tucker is a devout Catholic and makes the sign of the cross before every kick. Tucker married Amanda Bass in March 2015. They have a 9 year old son. Tucker is a classically trained bass-baritone who can sing opera in seven different languages. He has been asked by both the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Opera Orchestra of New York for performances in the past, although Tucker was unable to participate. In 2015, he was contracted by Royal Farms to sing for its line of commercials. That year, Tucker sang "Ave Maria" for a Catholic Charities benefit concert with the Concert Artists of Baltimore. His opera talents also led Tucker through to the finals of the Most Valuable Performer, a talent show featuring talent performances of NFL players, where he won thanks to his rendition of "Ave Maria." For his victory, Tucker received a ring and won $50,000 for his charity through the Baltimore School for the Arts."

To the bolded, I said "arbitrary and incomplete" the criticism being that PFF doesn't use the same criteria for each team. If I put my Instructor hat on and the PFF piece was submitted to me by a student, it would be a failing grade. Like I said before, there are posters here who provide well-researched, well-reasoned, and exceptionally good content here every day. Funny (and sad) how commercial enterprises can be outperformed by amateurs. Probably, and it underscores what more and more people are understanding which is that not all AI content is created equal.

Here's the actual PFF link (not the Twitter link). It's not behind their paywall which is good because I see better content produced here daily by many of our excellent posters. I can't imagine having to pay for this drivel: https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-2025-nfl-defensive-line-rankings PFF doesn't give any criteria other than to state "We're ranking the best defensive fronts in the NFL heading into the 2025 NFL season." For the Steelers they include new draftee Derrick Harmon and for the Browns they include rookie Mason Graham. While new veterans Ogunjobi and Bosa are included in the Bills summary, new veteran Michael Hoecht isn't mentioned nor are the three highly-drafted and highly-regarded defensive linemen Sanders, Jackson, or Walker mentioned. The summaries are so arbitrary and incomplete as to make the whole work virtually worthless.

Justin Tucker grossed $51 million during his career. Why can't these guys satisfy their sexual needs without committing crimes? What a scumbag loser.