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Post by casualobserver on Dec 23, 2007 23:49:30 GMT -5
I have a very peculiar feeling about New England in the playoffs. It's setting up for a SD-NE rematch in the AFC Divisional Playoff. You know SD would love nothing more than revenge for last year. I wonder if the Pats running the regular season table and losing in the postseason would be considered one of the biggest chokejobs in history if it occurred. It would be right up there with the 2004 Yankees if they did.
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Post by Erik Majorwitz on Dec 24, 2007 1:25:01 GMT -5
I have a very peculiar feeling about New England in the playoffs. It's setting up for a SD-NE rematch in the AFC Divisional Playoff. You know SD would love nothing more than revenge for last year. I wonder if the Pats running the regular season table and losing in the postseason would be considered one of the biggest chokejobs in history if it occurred. It would be right up there with the 2004 Yankees if they did. Nope, it would be even bigger! Plus, it is all I have going for me right now, with Randy Orton finally growing up these days to be a fine young man...
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Post by drjayphd (feat. Pitbull) on Dec 24, 2007 2:21:51 GMT -5
How can you challenge that. Its a penalty and all you heard is you can't challenge a penalty. WHAT THE smurf I'm still angry about this can someone explain it to me. Them's the rules. I would've let it slide if only because he was well on his way off the field at the time, he was nowhere near the play and likely wouldn't have even tried to be a part of it, and besides, the Redskins (suck), by snapping quickly, weren't doing it to try and catch Minnesoter with 12 on the field anyways. But that's why I'm not a ref.
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Post by EvilMasterBetty, Esq. on Dec 24, 2007 2:28:31 GMT -5
I have a very peculiar feeling about New England in the playoffs. It's setting up for a SD-NE rematch in the AFC Divisional Playoff. You know SD would love nothing more than revenge for last year. I wonder if the Pats running the regular season table and losing in the postseason would be considered one of the biggest chokejobs in history if it occurred. It would almost have to be. The 16-0 is one of the very few NFL records people can name off the top of their head. If it were to occur, it would be on par with the Yankee's 2004 choke and above the Lakers tanking against the Pistons, Dirk's no-show against Miami, the Phillies/Angels/Red Sox/Mets choking of their respective divisions in whatever years, and John Van de Velde in the 1999 British Open. I said before, 16-0 is absolutely worthess if it's not then 19-0. Pats fans couldn't even bring it up without being ripped on for choking in the postseason. Plus, that one choke should silence all talk of Brady being more clutch than Peyton. We'll see what happens. At some point, the Pats are going to have a really bad matchup in the playoffs. There's little chance they'll get to play both Pittsburg and Cleveland/Tennessee. They'll have to go through at least one, maybe two games that are bad matchups for them. Not to mention, the worse the weather gets, it will almost definitely hurt more than help. The key for me was, during the game this week, when pinned on the one yard line, the Pats ran 3 straight pass plays. I can see running one, maybe two, but three is ridiculous. Either they're overprotecting their RB or they just don't think they can run the ball. In either case if they can't run the ball, you don't win in the playoffs. Period. Especially if you plan to play in bad weather.
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Post by cory16154 on Dec 24, 2007 9:19:12 GMT -5
all i have to say is g steelers 2007 afc north champs dang i am glad clevland choked
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Post by OGBoardPoster2005 on Dec 24, 2007 10:04:33 GMT -5
I have a very peculiar feeling about New England in the playoffs. It's setting up for a SD-NE rematch in the AFC Divisional Playoff. You know SD would love nothing more than revenge for last year. I wonder if the Pats running the regular season table and losing in the postseason would be considered one of the biggest chokejobs in history if it occurred. It would almost have to be. The 16-0 is one of the very few NFL records people can name off the top of their head. If it were to occur, it would be on par with the Yankee's 2004 choke and above the Lakers tanking against the Pistons, Dirk's no-show against Miami, the Phillies/Angels/Red Sox/Mets choking of their respective divisions in whatever years, and John Van de Velde in the 1999 British Open. I said before, 16-0 is absolutely worthess if it's not then 19-0. Pats fans couldn't even bring it up without being ripped on for choking in the postseason. Plus, that one choke should silence all talk of Brady being more clutch than Peyton. We'll see what happens. At some point, the Pats are going to have a really bad matchup in the playoffs. There's little chance they'll get to play both Pittsburg and Cleveland/Tennessee. They'll have to go through at least one, maybe two games that are bad matchups for them. Not to mention, the worse the weather gets, it will almost definitely hurt more than help. The key for me was, during the game this week, when pinned on the one yard line, the Pats ran 3 straight pass plays. I can see running one, maybe two, but three is ridiculous. Either they're overprotecting their RB or they just don't think they can run the ball. In either case if they can't run the ball, you don't win in the playoffs. Period. Especially if you plan to play in bad weather. Has the Patriots faced a mobile Quarterback all year like Young?
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Post by Sajoa Moe on Dec 24, 2007 11:50:31 GMT -5
Seeing as it's a Cleveland team, I fully expect the Browns to lose next week.
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Post by brakndwntehwallz on Dec 24, 2007 12:23:49 GMT -5
I always go on about the NFC East being a bad ass division, and I'm always hoping that both Wild Card spots would end up here. This could be the year. The NFC East did own both wildcard spots last year. Dallas clinched fairly early then Philly came back and won the division, so Dallas and New York both stumbled into the playoffs as Wild Cards and both lost in the wildcard round as well (Dallas to Seattle, New York to Philly.)
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Post by acressl on Dec 24, 2007 12:28:53 GMT -5
Nice game, Cleveland. You guys knew the playoffs were at stake, right? Now they need to beat SF (should happen, but then Cincy should've lost as well) and trust Indy to warp Tennessee. (which they easily could do but I suspect the big timers will not play extensively) That game was so painful, I took a five or six hour nap and still woke up mad. The fog of sleep did not take the pain away.
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Post by Insomniac on Dec 24, 2007 13:12:32 GMT -5
Words cannot express how happy I am that Green Bay got pounded by Chicago. The last thing I wanted is Romo having to play the most important game of his life in freezing temperatures and potential snowfall. But now they can rest up all their banged up guys for nearly 3 full weeks. Owens, Romo, Newman, Gurode, Ratliff... get 'em all healthy and ready for the divisional round.
As far as Owens injury goes, I'm actually not all that concerned. The way he bounced back from that broken fibula and sprained ankle, and was able to play in the Super Bowl against New England (and dominate), I have very little doubt he'll be ready for the playoffs this year. Say what you want about the guy being a distraction and a jerk, but the guy works as hard as anyone else in the league and will do whatever he can to be ready.
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Post by EvilMasterBetty, Esq. on Dec 24, 2007 18:12:29 GMT -5
It would almost have to be. The 16-0 is one of the very few NFL records people can name off the top of their head. If it were to occur, it would be on par with the Yankee's 2004 choke and above the Lakers tanking against the Pistons, Dirk's no-show against Miami, the Phillies/Angels/Red Sox/Mets choking of their respective divisions in whatever years, and John Van de Velde in the 1999 British Open. I said before, 16-0 is absolutely worthess if it's not then 19-0. Pats fans couldn't even bring it up without being ripped on for choking in the postseason. Plus, that one choke should silence all talk of Brady being more clutch than Peyton. We'll see what happens. At some point, the Pats are going to have a really bad matchup in the playoffs. There's little chance they'll get to play both Pittsburg and Cleveland/Tennessee. They'll have to go through at least one, maybe two games that are bad matchups for them. Not to mention, the worse the weather gets, it will almost definitely hurt more than help. The key for me was, during the game this week, when pinned on the one yard line, the Pats ran 3 straight pass plays. I can see running one, maybe two, but three is ridiculous. Either they're overprotecting their RB or they just don't think they can run the ball. In either case if they can't run the ball, you don't win in the playoffs. Period. Especially if you plan to play in bad weather. Has the Patriots faced a mobile Quarterback all year like Young? Considering the only other QB like him in the league is Vick then no. I was thinking about it today, that Young, if he taps into that mystical "he just wins" mentality, then maybe they have a shot alla Vick in Lambeau a few years ago. Plus they have a defense. I think it would be interesting to watch, however it means that first, Tennessee must beat Indy or hope Cleveland loses, then go on the road to Pittsburg and win, then they get the Pats. I think, actually, if it were Vick and not VY the Pats would be in more trouble. VY is not fast fast. He's elusive for his size, but he won't burn anyone like Vick could. Plus, Vick had a cannon for an arm (too bad the accuracy was as good as a cannon as well). VY has no arm. They could use a safety to spy him because they don't have to worry about a deep pass. I think it would be a surprisingly good game, but I'm not sure they could get the job done.
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Post by scifi1980 on Dec 25, 2007 0:53:46 GMT -5
Chargers beat the Broncos easily 24 to 3.
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Post by Seth Drakin of Monster Crap on Dec 26, 2007 17:37:49 GMT -5
Well....to those who were complaining about not being able to get the game between the Patriots and Giants because it was only on the NFL Network, the NFL heard your cries and have made a major concession.
Pats-Giants to be first three-network simulcast game in NFL history
NEW YORK -- The New England Patriots' shot at history Saturday night will be available for every household in the country with a television after months of wrangling.
The game against the New York Giants, in which the Patriots could become the first NFL team to go 16-0 in the regular season, was originally scheduled to be shown only on the NFL Network, which is available in fewer than 40 percent of the nation's homes with TVs.
The league announced Wednesday that the NFL Network feed will be simulcast on NBC and CBS. It's a major concession by league officials, who repeatedly said they would not show the game anywhere but the NFL Network. The NFL had faced mounting pressure from lawmakers in recent weeks to make the game available to more viewers.
Local TV affiliates in the Boston, Manchester, N.H., and New York areas who were already set to simulcast the game under NFL policy will still air it.
The NFL has feuded with major cable companies, who have declined to carry the network as part of basic packages.
"We have taken this extraordinary step because it is in the best interest of our fans," commissioner Roger Goodell said. "What we have seen for the past year is a very strong consumer demand for NFL Network. We appreciate CBS and NBC delivering the NFL Network telecast on Saturday night to the broad audience that deserves to see this potentially historic game. Our commitment to the NFL Network is stronger than ever."
This will be the first three-network simulcast in NFL history and the first simulcast of any kind of an NFL game since the first Super Bowl in 1967, when CBS and NBC both televised the first meeting of the champions of the newly merged National Football League and American Football League.
Copyright 2007 by The Associated Press
Well.....that should end all complaining about not getting the damn game.
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Post by Vice honcho room temperature on Dec 26, 2007 18:00:17 GMT -5
People act like they have a right to every big game. Well f*** off when I have to watch the Jets vs who ever on Sunday afternoon when they are both like 4-11 and 5-10 going in instead.
Also how come Fox doesn't get in on the pie.
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Post by Maidpool w/ Cleaning Action on Dec 26, 2007 18:25:46 GMT -5
They should let FOX broadcast to.
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Post by Mister Pigwell on Dec 26, 2007 18:30:15 GMT -5
This pleases me immensely.
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Post by Wolfpack Bitch on Dec 26, 2007 18:30:52 GMT -5
I'm so glad I'll be working
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Post by BRV on Dec 26, 2007 19:03:24 GMT -5
The game will be on FOUR channels in my area (WCVB-5 Boston, NFL Network, CBS and NBC). I'm thinking I'm just going to grab four small TV screens and watch it all at once.
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Post by Sajoa Moe on Dec 26, 2007 19:10:07 GMT -5
You guys are forgetting the best part of all of this: Joe Buck isn't calling the game on ANY network.
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Post by scifi1980 on Dec 26, 2007 19:28:09 GMT -5
Alright ;D Giant's are my fav team, but I stated before I would like to see the Patriots go undefeated. But if they loose it will be a big ol boost to NY.
My team getting the only win over the pats this year would be a nice bonus. Even if they don't make it through the playoffs, which it is unlikely that they would they could still end the season in a positive way.
I bet you if the Giant's win the papers will hype them like the second coming of Montana and the steel curtain defense coached by Vince Lombardi combined....until they loose in the opening round of the wildcard most likely. But they will definatley start talking Superbowl if the Giants win this one.
Im glad everyone put the squeeze on the network to get this game.
But at the same time. I have to wonder if this was all premetitated. Meaning they would of made the game available to everyone anyway. They just wanted to build up the hype by refusing to show it to the other 60% of the tv audience. Now I know they didn't anticipate the Pats going 15-0 and the Giants in the playoffs as well but things turned out that this game should make them a killing in the ratings this week. It's almost like the pre bowl we had earlier between Patriots and Colts. The exces in control probably said "look 60% aren't going to be able to watch it, and a massive amount of viewers are bent out of shape it would be stupid not to multi broadcast this money maker and miss out on double the broadcast ratings we would get just on the NFL network.
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