boyst Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I know there will be no hiding it from them but in a different world where you could control it do you tell them the outcome? Do you let them know they're guaranteed to make the playoffs? Do you not tell them to make them feel the pressure? Maybe if they know they play more loose? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78thealltimegreat Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I think it’s impossible for them to be away from people for that long without finding something out it’s not like they are sequestered in the locker room. The motivation to get two playoff games at home especially against their old friends the Chiefs is all the motivation they need 2 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17islongenough Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Do they live in a bunker? 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I want them to know and play loose 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 (edited) How the heck do you think you are keeping that a secret exactly? Ever heard of a smart phone or a fan behind the bench? It’s fine they know. Edited January 7 by Matt_In_NH 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted January 7 Author Share Posted January 7 Just now, Matt_In_NH said: How the heck do you think you are keeping that a secret exactly? Ever heard of a smart phone or a fan behind the bench? What a silly question I bet you were fun as a kid with your imagination. In a hypothetical world I clarified 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brit Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 In your given scenario - sure. The fact they are playing for the 2 seed and 2 home games in the playoffs is more than enough incentive. Any potential loss of effort would be cancelled by the extra buzz of making the playoffs and still having something meaningful to play for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bferra13 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Matt_In_NH said: How the heck do you think you are keeping that a secret exactly? Ever heard of a smart phone or a fan behind the bench? It’s fine they know. Even if it was the 80's they'd know with 4 hours in between.. coach would have to kidnap them and take away all devices. It is an interesting question though and who knows the right answer. Edited January 7 by Bferra13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 6 minutes ago, 17islongenough said: Do they live in a bunker? 5 minutes ago, Matt_In_NH said: How the heck do you think you are keeping that a secret exactly? Ever heard of a smart phone or a fan behind the bench? What a silly question Did you all even read the scenario? "I know there will be no hiding it from them but in a different world where you could control it do you tell them the outcome?" My wife has no idea that the Jags lost or that it now means the Bills are in. I have not told her yet and am deciding whether to tell her or let the tension build until somebody mentions it on the broadcast tonight. 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Just now, boyst said: I bet you were fun as a kid with your imagination. In a hypothetical world I clarified I was great fun. You want them to know vs spend time wondering about it. It is silly 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Yes, I would. I'd say guys you are in the dance, the pressure is lifted, now go make a damn statement that says the road goes through Buffalo. 6 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I voted no, because I'd want them pissed off and aggressive tonight. But in reality I would actually tell them, but only because they are going to find out eventually and I wouldn't want to lose their trust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loyal2dagame Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 (edited) Yes vote here. Play loose, unleash the dogs. I want scortched earth Josh Allen tonight. Break their will, then break their dorsal fins. Edited January 7 by loyal2dagame 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transient Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 5 minutes ago, boyst said: I know there will be no hiding it from them but in a different world where you could control it do you tell them the outcome? Do you let them know they're guaranteed to make the playoffs? Do you not tell them to make them feel the pressure? Maybe if they know they play more loose? In an ideal world, I still tell them. I think it pumps them up and I think they’d play loose being this is the first game in a month and a half with the pressure being off. I also think Miami knowing the Bills are in and they’re banged up is going to have the Dolphins playing tentatively, so it’s another opportunity to steamroll them and send a message in the event they meet them in a few weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I'd tell them they're in, now go get that #2 seed, then I'd show them that Miami AFC East champions thing to piss them off. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WotAGuy Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I would definitely tell them. Honesty and dealing with reality are in short supply these days. 5 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 assuming we’re in the pre smartphone / television / radio days (LOL)… probably not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alton Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 13 minutes ago, Simon said: I voted no, because I'd want them pissed off and aggressive tonight. But in reality I would actually tell them, but only because they are going to find out eventually and I wouldn't want to lose their trust. I actually wanted the Jags to win because I think the Bills play their best when their backs are against the wall. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Aurelius Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Yeah right. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Digg? Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 So treat them like grown adults and expect them to do their job or treat them like children and expect them to just respect you. Hmmmmmmm, that's a tough one 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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