Mike in Horseheads Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 My feeling is no they shouldn't delay as there are no crowds and it be nice to have something for Joe Q Public to look forward to in this trying time. I know others have a different opinion and I get that too. Meanwhile Mike Florio is on Twitter on a Crusade to stop it and getting crushed. ...So what you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Tough one. I voted no because I’m greedy. With no sports, free agency is all we have for the next month. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Tough call but voted no because it doesn’t really have to do with crowds. Additionally, it gives the NFL the sporting landscape to itself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997WS6 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Postponing it makes no sense at all. I can understand postponing or changing the format of the draft, but not free agency. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatdrought Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 I say no simply because Mike Florio is a mega douche and has been annoying AF about this. Also, cause I'll die of boredom. 4 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Just now, whatdrought said: I say no simply because Mike Florio is a mega douche and has been annoying AF about this. Also, cause I'll die of boredom. That’s crazy, Mike Florio doesn’t annoy me. Just do as I do and he won’t bother you either. Don’t listen to him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatdrought Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Just now, NewEra said: That’s crazy, Mike Florio doesn’t annoy me. Just do as I do and he won’t bother you either. Don’t listen to him. You're describing the internet... Everything on the internet is annoying, so don't get on the internet.... The problem is that I, like most, enjoy some level of annoyance as long as I have an outlet to whine about it. ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCBills Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 9 minutes ago, Kirby Jackson said: Tough call but voted no because it doesn’t really have to do with crowds. Additionally, it gives the NFL the sporting landscape to itself. This is the interesting piece.. FA doesn’t require crowds or large gatherings and will give the NFL 24/7 coverage of any, and every move made. ESPN is now on Day 2 of talking about how they have nothing to talk about. In a few days, the Jags could sign a backup LB’er and they’d probably cover it for hours with Shefter providing details and analysts breaking down the fit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatdrought Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Just now, SCBills said: This is the interesting piece.. FA doesn’t require crowds or large gatherings and will give the NFL 24/7 coverage of any, and every move made. ESPN is now on Day 2 of talking about how they have nothing to talk about. In a few days, the Jags could sign a backup LB’er and they’d probably cover it for hours with Shefter providing details and analysts breaking down the fit. That is a phenomenal point that I hadn't thought of... The NFL can have the corner on the market, and with minimal changes to how things are traditionally done, they can do so without needlessly endangering anyone. $$. I also don't think it gets bumped because teams will just not want to wait... As much as the middle of June is hell for us, there isn't a ton of Margin in the NFL offseason and there's a lot of moving parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgil Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Does a player have to sign a contract in person? If they do, and can’t fax or do it virtually, then I think they should delay it. I don’t trust players to not go back on verbal agreements because they didn’t sign due to travel restrictions. If they can eSign, then I don’t think visits are really that relevant except for tier B free agents 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 This can all be done virtually, as can the draft. No need to delay. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgil Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 12 minutes ago, whatdrought said: I say no simply because Mike Florio is a mega douche and has been annoying AF about this. Also, cause I'll die of boredom. Your logic is undeniable. I’m in 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 1 minute ago, Virgil said: Does a player have to sign a contract in person? If they do, and can’t fax or do it virtually, then I think they should delay it. I don’t trust players to not go back on verbal agreements because they didn’t sign due to travel restrictions. If they can eSign, then I don’t think visits are really that relevant except for tier B free agents No. IT's like the trade deadline ... 5 PM close a fax at 4:49 gets it done Fax and done Video conference, witnesses etc Josh McDaniel's are few 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobChalmers Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Florio is an idiot - good to see him go down in flames for yet another stupid idea. As others have said - the amount of contact required to do free agency is minuscule - and easily mitigated. Have I mentioned Florio is an idiot? Totally prepared to have the draft not have a live audience, and frankly, the audience adds little to the experience for most of us. B/R is better coverage than the NFL/ESPN noise anyway. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 36 minutes ago, Mike in Horseheads said: My feeling is no they shouldn't delay as there are no crowds and it be nice to have something for Joe Q Public to look forward to in this trying time. I know others have a different opinion and I get that too. Meanwhile Mike Florio is on Twitter on a Crusade to stop it and getting crushed. ...So what you think? Generally I vote against what Mike Florio wants like when elected officials are endorsed by certain organizations and my opinion is if the NFL tries to make any changes NFLPA will require concessions so don't make any. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Players need to be interviewed, wined, dined, flown around in a jet, look at neighborhoods, schools, etc. It can't hurt to delay it for a month. Oh wait...I guess everyone wants FA because they'll be bored out of their skull. We should expose players, their families and franchises to a deadly virus just to make our lives more exciting?? #delayfreeagency Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 9 minutes ago, BobChalmers said: Florio is an idiot - good to see him go down in flames for yet another stupid idea. As others have said - the amount of contact required to do free agency is minuscule - and easily mitigated. Have I mentioned Florio is an idiot? Totally prepared to have the draft not have a live audience, and frankly, the audience adds little to the experience for most of us. B/R is better coverage than the NFL/ESPN noise anyway. You have a better opinion of Florio than me. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpsredemption Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Mike Florio is trying too hard to be self righteous. The media bullies large entities into what they perceive as being right and he is no different. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like A Mofo Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Yes I would so the true agenda can be furthered and ultimately finished so we can all move on with our lives already Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpsredemption Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Money talks - e sign contracts. Hold Skype meetings etc. there are ways around this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, Jpsredemption said: Money talks - e sign contracts. Hold Skype meetings etc. there are ways around this. How do I look at neighborhoods and local schools for my children before I decide to sign with a team?? Virtual school visits? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobChalmers Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 3 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Players need to be interviewed, wined, dined, flown around in a jet, look at neighborhoods, schools, etc. It can't hurt to delay it for a month. Oh wait...I guess everyone wants FA because they'll be bored out of their skull. We should expose players, their families and franchises to a deadly virus just to make our lives more exciting?? #delayfreeagency Oh yes - flying in a private jet and driven around in a chauffeured car - soooooooo dangerous. <facepalm> You in a bunker somewhere or do you plan on buying groceries after your 5 giant packages of TP run out? 1 minute ago, BringBackFergy said: How do I look at neighborhoods and local schools for my children before I decide to sign with a team?? Virtual school visits? Web searches of school stats? That's what we did. Not sure what you imagine to get from a live visit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Let’s start the the season in June. preseason games June regular games start July 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 9 minutes ago, BobChalmers said: Oh yes - flying in a private jet and driven around in a chauffeured car - soooooooo dangerous. <facepalm> You in a bunker somewhere or do you plan on buying groceries after your 5 giant packages of TP run out? Web searches of school stats? That's what we did. Not sure what you imagine to get from a live visit. Live visits to go into a neighborhood, talk with people, observe a class where your kids will be attending, check out the country clubs, look at houses, the facilities where you’ll train for the next 3-6 years. I must be different. More power to you if you can move your family across country based on a Yelp review. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 No, builds character... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 The biggest issue is physicals. Team doctors want to do their own evaluations and getting to guys or having them come to you could be problematic. Contract wise and talking with agents and players isnt the issue. I dont think it needs to be delayed, but I wouldnt be shocked if it very different looking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris heff Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 48 minutes ago, whatdrought said: You're describing the internet... Everything on the internet is annoying, so don't get on the internet.... The problem is that I, like most, enjoy some level of annoyance as long as I have an outlet to whine about it. ? My God you’re annoying! just kidding, I kid, I’m a kidder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpsredemption Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 24 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: How do I look at neighborhoods and local schools for my children before I decide to sign with a team?? Virtual school visits? Yea because when players sign contracts 99% of the time they are meeting with elementary school officials. Be real. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountDorkula Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 (edited) I voted yes, because the playing field is not even. Some teams have restricted all travel for all personnel while some haven't. Some teams where states have imposed strict regulations could have a tougher time. By the time UFA opens more states will have imposed stricter regulations You cant do physicals virtually. Say hypothetically someone of a teams staff tests positive since they all have been traveling all over, that team is at a huge disadvantage as that staff will have to quarantine and UFAs could stay away. It just seems like delaying a two weeks to see what happens is the correct move. Edited March 13, 2020 by CountDorkula Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 5 minutes ago, Jpsredemption said: Yea because when players sign contracts 99% of the time they are meeting with elementary school officials. Be real. I am very real. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boater Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 there's no crowds in FA there is little travel except by the FA delay would really screw rest of the NFL calendar I believe Wuhan Virus (calling it what it is) response is overblown 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Don't see the point. Free Agency required no large gatherings. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountDorkula Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 7 minutes ago, Jpsredemption said: Yea because when players sign contracts 99% of the time they are meeting with elementary school officials. Be real. To be fair, Buffalo is always thought of as a place that players hate until they come here and see the community. Some UFAs would care about that stuff some wont. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 40 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: How do I look at neighborhoods and local schools for my children before I decide to sign with a team?? Virtual school visits? I've literally never heard of a player making a decision in free agency based on the quality of the local k-12 system. Have you? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CountDorkula Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 8 minutes ago, MJS said: I've literally never heard of a player making a decision in free agency based on the quality of the local k-12 system. Have you? While most only care about the contract and the money, Some do come in and check out the communities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, CountDorkula said: While most only care about the contract and the money, Some do come in and check out the communities. Communities, yes. But specifically local schools? I haven't heard of that before. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Horseheads Posted March 13, 2020 Author Share Posted March 13, 2020 56 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: How do I look at neighborhoods and local schools for my children before I decide to sign with a team?? Virtual school visits? They don't give a schitz about the local schools, they want the $$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tcali Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 pro sports down the drain????.....as usual its gonna be the battle of the money and politics.Billionaires arent gonna take hits forever./And ins companies arent gonna cover revenue losses forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFunPolice Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 great... more weeks of Tom Brady talk.... I was mostly looking forward to that ending in a few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cage Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Every team should be ready with whatever its going to do by now. And all transactions can be completed virtually. Why does it make sense to postpone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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