Rc2catch Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 I really liked it. As others said there might of been a couple too many. Love the no new threads during games. Would enjoy no new threads for a certain time frame after games and keep the chats in the post game threads. I’ve never been a fan of how many “look at me” posters are on here that feel the need to have a thread just for their post game opinion when there’s plenty of places to have dialogue already with similar and opposing theories. But the site is a blast and I do enjoy visiting daily and the continued effort to please the masses on here. The moderator team do a fantastic job and some of you guys are amazing at breaking news literally as it’s happening on here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Joshin' Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 Think a good idea executed too well. A few less topics would improve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StHustle Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 I find it interesting that Fuggetaboutit is a close second in the voting yet very few have articulated WHY they voted that way. I'm with the group who liked the idea but thinks a reduction is in order. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan692 Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 Iiked it but limit to 4 threads. O/D/ST/General reactions. I feel like "coaching" and "officiating" can also be discuused in the O/D/ST threads. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxx Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 (edited) i think often people are somewhat initially resistant to change. yet they do come around after some time with the new concepts. while on the other hand, if it was a totally crap idea, the board would be in an uproar, which it would seem, we do not have that type of reaction. i often find that in life, as with my work, it kind of speaks to you and tells you what it needs and/or wants, you just have to be cognizant of what it is saying to you. if you find that certain topics are receiving too little attention/postings, then perhaps that might not be an ideal thread. while, if you have one that is getting a lot of attention, maybe look to see if it may be better off being broken up. personally, i am an organization freak. i like most things nice and neat and tidy. i do understand that that is not always possible nor desired but if it works, all the better. to my way of thinking, let the board atmosphere dictate, just be sure to listen to what it is saying. Edited August 25, 2019 by Foxx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextmanup Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 1 hour ago, par73 said: Too many. One postgame thread to discuss the game would be fine, imo. The idea seemed to be an attempt to reduce the number of wild reactionary hot take threads after games, most of which are duplicative anyway. I never understood why we don't have a single "post game discussion thread" to encompass most of that discussion. A game result will probably also give rise to other thread ideas not necessarily hinging on the game itself, so those could go in other threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 3 hours ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said: ...just eliminate the $500 bonus for starting a thread, right?.......... @YoloinOhio is one wealthy dude.... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Fan Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 Going in with a clear head they are actually quite humourous. I think just one thread during game day works. Otherwise you'd have 20 threads here Friday night on how Josh Allen is a bust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 break it down to like three main threads, or even two. post discussion is overboard anyway, especially after a loss. as for the game day thread, it's a mess and moves along too fast, shouldn't even be considered a discussion thread but rather full of over reaction posts. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figster Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 I like it, The regular season is sure to increase online poster activity here at TBD. I think its user friendly on gameday and helps prevent duplicate thread starts on the same line of discussion. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 I love the game day threads- first/second half works for me. Other posters have suggested o, d, and st- will people have enough discipline within those threads to stay on topic? Maybe it is best to leave it as is? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 1st half, 2nd half, post game...too many the last game 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prickly Pete Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 I appreciate the work you do, and understand why you want to try to organize things a bit....but I didn't like it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Can't we all meet at Main & Transit and fight it out. Plenty of parking there,,, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figster Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 I think If the Topic description looks more like a normal thread topic it may be more appealing to open and enter into a discussion at 1st glance. For instance If Ed Oliver was a stand out on preseason game 3 title the topic description " Ed Oliver shines/ Defense Discussion" Start the thread intro with a brief run down on his performance. It gives the discussion a place to start. Just a thought... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloHokie13 Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Yeah, it seemed a bit overwhelming and like there was opportunity to miss good contributions unless you followed every single one. I'm definitely a fan of the tried and true 1st half, second half, & postgame. Maybe pin a couple offshoots after the game to centralize topics you know will be discussed, but they felt too abundant and generic to be inviting imo. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 (edited) 28 minutes ago, BuffaloHokie13 said: Yeah, it seemed a bit overwhelming and like there was opportunity to miss good contributions unless you followed every single one. I'm definitely a fan of the tried and true 1st half, second half, & postgame. Maybe pin a couple offshoots after the game to centralize topics you know will be discussed, but they felt too abundant and generic to be inviting imo. yeah I get that. I spoke to one thing and wanted to continue the thought, but what I wanted to say, was the topic of another thread Edited August 26, 2019 by ShadyBillsFan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlayoffsPlease Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Just letting people start threads and allowing the most popular to rise to the top of the list is a far superior way to meet community needs than to pin a dozen threads and inform people "you should be interested in this"IMHO 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 20 hours ago, Rico said: I think 26CB would be pleased. ...LMAO......check him out at billievers.com.......asked him via PM what happened at TBD but he's too pompous an arse to stoop to answering........... http://www.billievers.com/forums/showthread.php/39503-Second-to-Last-53-man-roster-prediction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figster Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 1 minute ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said: ...LMAO......check him out at billievers.com.......asked him via PM what happened at TBD but he's too pompous an arse to stoop to answering........... http://www.billievers.com/forums/showthread.php/39503-Second-to-Last-53-man-roster-prediction I think you need to be a member to make the link work properly my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Just now, Figster said: I think you need to be a member to make the link work properly my friend. ....my apology bro....but that's where he is....... 2 minutes ago, Figster said: I think you need to be a member to make the link work properly my friend. ....he'sTBD incognito just like Ritchie from TBD for whatever reasons (a/k/a issues)....bet you feel dissed, right??.......YAWN.....it's an effin' MB for God sakes..... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 I like them. Fun discussing the game live. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideNine Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 I kind of like how organic the conversations get when they were just structured around pre, 1st half, 2nd half, post game. The only thing that I think is annoying is when 2 posters just get locked into several pages of exhaustive circular arguments... Almost always devolves into pointless mud slinging. As long as there is a way to encourage folks to take those offline. Although it can be entertaining at times ? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted August 27, 2019 Author Share Posted August 27, 2019 I agree there were too many topics. All of them were repeatedly mentioned in the ‘Ideas thread’ a few months back, so they were given their due. If we continue this, I’m good with no more than 4, If at all. The Media thread is a good idea imo, to capture post game interviews, Hot tweets on injuries/suspensions/hot topics. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Way way too many last game and several likely overlapped where you could post what you wanted to say in multiple forums and couldnt figure out which one to do it in. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Plastic Cup Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 I think letting people start post-game threads adds to the variety and flavor of the board. Plus, the same handful of topics won't fit every game. Depending on the circumstances of the game, you may or may not want/need a dedicated thread on say, officiating, or Josh Allen, or pass rush, or special teams, etc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Barbarian Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Dont like it. we are capable enough of creating post game threads on our own. if there are similar ones then merge them. If someone is being a turd delete it. having all those group chats is too controlling and doesn't allow individuals to share their opinions naturally. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 I rarely visit the board during games so that part of it doesn't concern me at all, but I will say it makes it extremely confusing to visit the board AFTER games and figure out where to post something. Can't there just be a pre, during, and post-game thread and keep it simple? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted August 27, 2019 Author Share Posted August 27, 2019 7 hours ago, The Plastic Cup said: I think letting people start post-game threads adds to the variety and flavor of the board. Plus, the same handful of topics won't fit every game. Depending on the circumstances of the game, you may or may not want/need a dedicated thread on say, officiating, or Josh Allen, or pass rush, or special teams, etc. I agree with your 1st statement, disagree on the other 2. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo Montoya Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 I think I liked it better the “old” way with posters starting threads more organically during and after the game. Appreciate the desire to experiment and improve though ?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Lightning Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 20 hours ago, ShadyBillsFan said: yeah I get that. I spoke to one thing and wanted to continue the thought, but what I wanted to say, was the topic of another thread This is where I'm at. It can make a few thoughts worthy of a single post become 3 posts. Though coaching officiating and a few others make sense ostensibly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 I would argue a dedicated allen thread since 90% of the offense thread will likely be focused on him and the other 10% would just get lost in the noise. JMO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Landing Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 I definitely like this new system. Like eball, I don't spend any time on here while the game is on. But, during halftime, and commercial breaks, and afterward, I do. My problem on game day has always been sifting through dozens on pages of about 60% meaningless posts. I generally haven'y posted on game days, or responded to posts as they will quickly get buried by all the chatter. I think this new system will make game days much easier to navigate, and will likely elevate the level of discourse. And, I suspect it will evolve as the season progresses, as need dictates, as Chandler#81 pays attention to such things. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardyBoy Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Maybe a few more general threads, but on topics and not position groups. 1) General game discussion 2) Football Xs and Os questions and observations 3) Fantasy football Maybe one or two dedicated threads to key things to watch, voted on by the board in the days leading up to the game. Is there a way to let people put a tag on the post if they post in the general thread and it subsets into the side thread, and then people can post from the side threads and it auto goes into the main thread with the tag on it? Note that if there was a way to navigate based on time posted (so go to page where the post was closest to X datetime) that would be so cool and might solve a lot of issues where people have to scroll through a bunch of stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted August 27, 2019 Author Share Posted August 27, 2019 35 minutes ago, HardyBoy said: Maybe a few more general threads, but on topics and not position groups. 1) General game discussion 2) Football Xs and Os questions and observations 3) Fantasy football . 1) Already do. 2) ? 3) No Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardyBoy Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 55 minutes ago, Chandler#81 said: 1) Already do. 2) ? 3) No Absolutely, I'm saying just those three. So ignore ff, but just two threads...ageneral thread and a place where people can ask specific football strategy related questions. So something more involved than "look at that pass!" More football strategy focused (the lineman are kicking out or something...I dont know what to give as an example, I have no clue what I'm watching!). I like the idea of different threads to help differentiate the convo, but think I dislike the idea of having to jump back and forth (i think, but I don't use the threads game day that much, just more thinking from a design/flow perspective...most information with the fewest clicks). Is there a way for you to give different profiles different views? You could do some AB testing using the last preseason game and see what got the most engagement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardyBoy Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Or you let anyone create threads during games, which I know is a non starter What if as the game was going on, certain big topics would get threads created, and as soon as the discussions slow on them, they get sucked into the main thread...or stay as individual threads if they're a really big deal...would take mod involvement, but could be pretty cool engagement wise...you could have a game day thread builder who rotates week to week and only they would be allowed to create threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 (edited) 4 hours ago, HardyBoy said: Or you let anyone create threads during games, which I know is a non starter What if as the game was going on, certain big topics would get threads created, and as soon as the discussions slow on them, they get sucked into the main thread...or stay as individual threads if they're a really big deal...would take mod involvement, but could be pretty cool engagement wise...you could have a game day thread builder who rotates week to week and only they would be allowed to create threads. I'll jump in on this one Chandler. It's a nightmare waiting to happen. They tend to shutdown new thread creation during the game anyways and I see all the knee jerk "this deserves a thread reactions at least before they go into oblivion", for being started in the first place. Edited August 28, 2019 by The Wiz 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stallions Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 TWO BASIC GAME DAY THREADS: 1. Positive things the Bills are doing 2. Negative things the Bills are doing I hate the; "Shady looks slow", "Why isn't Ray-Ray getting more looks", They should have picked up Allen as our Punter" - - it's all nonsense that takes up so much space! Really - who gives a crap! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxx Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 (edited) space the final frontier. unless you fill it, you end up with a void. Edited August 28, 2019 by Foxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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