The Dean Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/10/05/nfl-believes-its-12-24-months-away-from-a-return-to-l-a/ We've certainly heard this before. But just because it wasn't true in the past doesn't necessarily mean it won't be true this time. Still, I believe it when it actually happens. But that's not why I started this thread. I'm more interested in this: Per a league source, the current plan is that the NFL will send one or two teams back to Los Angeles within the next 12 to 24 months. What the hell does that mean? I know the NFL is very powerful, and has the ability to influence decisions, but can they "send one or two teams" anywhere? Since when does the NFL decide where franchises will play? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 They can make them play in that non-existent stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filthymcnasty08 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) Hey - why am I not nervous hearing that news like I have been for the last 20 years? TERRENCE - thats why bitchez!!!!!!! Edited October 6, 2014 by filthymcnasty08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) It ain't gonna be the Bills! Edited October 6, 2014 by 26CornerBlitz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Barbarian Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I Hate LA hope they never get a team Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Blitz Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 St. Louis and Oakland. Maybe San Diego. That's all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I Hate LA hope they never get a team and I hope the Angels and Dodger both lose !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I'm pretty convinced St. Louis will be going to LA. Raiders could go too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I'm pretty convinced St. Louis will be going to LA. Raiders could go too. Only if Stan K builds a stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max997 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) Oakland is the clear choice and should have never left, St Louis is another and maybe San Diego. It would be stupid to have two teams there when they will have trouble even supporting one. Edited October 6, 2014 by Max997 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills Fan in MD Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 This is crazy. I read that headline without the slightest trace of fear! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted October 6, 2014 Author Share Posted October 6, 2014 Coliseum still standing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 It's not going to happen until they have a viable stadium plan and right now they do not have a viable stadium plan. The NFL does this every once in awhile IMO to keep the idea alive so they can use LA against cities to make new stadiums. There really isn't much thirst here for an NFL team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purple haze Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) It's not going to happen until they have a viable stadium plan and right now they do not have a viable stadium plan. The NFL does this every once in awhile IMO to keep the idea alive so they can use LA against cities to make new stadiums. There really isn't much thirst here for an NFL team. There is exactly no thirst here for one. The NFL or new owner or both will have to foot the bill for a stadium. It won't be public money, that's pretty much a guarantee. If it happens, it would probably be the Rams and Chargers. Edited October 6, 2014 by purple haze Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted October 6, 2014 Author Share Posted October 6, 2014 It's not going to happen until they have a viable stadium plan and right now they do not have a viable stadium plan. The NFL does this every once in awhile IMO to keep the idea alive so they can use LA against cities to make new stadiums. There really isn't much thirst here for an NFL team. Exactly. I really don't think LA is craving an NFL team. And the league is thriving without a team there. Ratings are great without a team in the #2 tv market. This process can, and probably will happen, organically. If they had a stadium ready, they would probably get the Raiders or Chargers eventually. Maybe build a new stadium for the Chargers a but further north. I mean, look at the distance fans from San Francisco have to travel to attend a 49er game. And I agree this is an NFL ploy to ratchet up the pressure in some NFL cities. But can it even be a legitimate threat anymore? I can't believe anyone with any sense believed the Bills were ever in real danger to move there. It's kind of becoming a joke, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clearwater cadet Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I hope they move 5 teams there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick the Greek Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 It is nice that the Bills name is out of the mix. However, no fan should suffer the pain of having their team moved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I thought the timing of these talks suddenly heating up was interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 It is nice that the Bills name is out of the mix. However, no fan should suffer the pain of having their team moved. ^^This^^ Except for teams that relocated, I have no sympathy for them or their fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I tell ya what. It'd be easy to imagine them moving the Panthers. The fan base is not that strong. Its the corporations that keep them here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Maybe the Argos will move there..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I've been to some games in Jacksonville. Pathetic. Mostly Bills fans and brutally hot. They'd be worth soooo much more in LA, but they'd have to win some games. LA has had their shots and there's a reason they have no team now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkyMannn Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Or San Diego as some sort of twisted revenge for SD taking the Buffalo Braves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Or San Diego as some sort of twisted revenge for SD taking the Buffalo Braves The Chargers were founded in L.A. back in 1960. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodbuster Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 It is nice that the Bills name is out of the mix. However, no fan should suffer the pain of having their team moved. I hope they move the Patriots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpodpdx Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I was in LA for a few years until about nine months ago, and on Sundays, you wouldn't even know it's Football Sunday. There's just so much more going on that it's not the only game in town like many NFL cities. LA can do without a team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 LA can do without a team. They have a track record and have proven that repeatedly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 The Chargers were founded in L.A. back in 1960. And the Rams were stolen out of Cleveland. Boy they all got their hand in the cookie jar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 @NFLonCBS Football at Dodger Stadium? It could happen if the NFL returns to LA. http://cbsprt.co/1pOcuVO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonborn10 Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Oakland should be forced to share stadium with the 49ers. It would be insane to ask Oakland taxpayers to build another stadium when they could easily use the one next door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McD Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Leave the Rams in the midwest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFunPolice Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Raiders make all the sense in the world.... Still, it seems like this story comes up every couple of years. I wonder if it's for real this time. If the Rams go up for sale I could see Toronto going for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wacka Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 The Raiders tarp off Mt. Davis and the A's tar off the upper deck. Went to the last Nills game in Oak,and and us fans with Pinto Ken were the only people in our section . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Oakland should be forced to share stadium with the 49ers. It would be insane to ask Oakland taxpayers to build another stadium when they could easily use the one next door. I agree with this. @NFLonCBS Football at Dodger Stadium? It could happen if the NFL returns to LA. http://cbsprt.co/1pOcuVO LOL, Dodger Stadium? Boy, Goodell and the NFL must really be desperate. And I see Goodell is still pushing for a team in London. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 LOL, Dodger Stadium? Boy, Goodell and the NFL must really be desperate. And I see Goodell is still pushing for a team in London. Not sure how a football configuration would work in Dodger stadium. Probably not great. But Dodger Stadium is one of the coolest stadiums anywhere. Truly iconic and a great experience. The Coliseum and the Rose Bowl are places in LA that suck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsBMore Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 The NFL is great at keeping its name in the news. The LA rumors have surfaced every year for the past 20 years since a team last played in LA. They are a hype machine and this keeps them in the news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 If the League's schedule ever gets expanded to 18 games they could have 2 games every weekend in LA by rotating every franchise in their twice - once as a "home" team, once as a "visitor". They could make it more interesting by making those matchups neutral site inter-divisional rivalry games. e.g., The Bills host the Cheaters, and visit the JESTS in a rubber match, then the following year they rotate around the division, say by picking up the Fins and dropping Kraft's boys. etc., etc., etc. Never happen though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I can't imagine any team working in L.A. other than the Raiders. The Rams...maybe. But they'd probably do better in Orange County, and OC is to LA like Santa Clara is to San Francisco. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Raiders make all the sense in the world.... Still, it seems like this story comes up every couple of years. I wonder if it's for real this time. If the Rams go up for sale I could see Toronto going for them. I doubt the NFL would allow it. Bon Jovi might want to buy it but he aint moving to the Bills backyard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gpodpdx Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I was in LA for a few years until about nne months ago. You wouldn't even know it was a "Football Sunday." There is just so much more going on in LA, unlike many NFL cities, where a game on Sunday is the only thing going on in town. I don't think many people in LA have missed the NFL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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