2011-2012 NFL Season Thread

[YoungJRNY]

The most asinine, ridiculous claim ever made on a fantasy football board:

With the additions of Antonio Brown, Laurent Robinson, Earl Bennett and Tim Tebow I have quietly managed my way out of a seemingly insurmountable hole and into contention. Add to that the return of Andre Johnson and the potential for a last minute trade and I fully expect to win at least 2 possibly 3 of the final 3 regular season games and carry a respectable middle seed into the playoffs. Once there, I will be lethal. Look for Leviathan to terrorize in the playoffs as I am peaking at exactly the right time. Train out.

This came from my commish in my money league.

Antonia Brown? James Earl Bennett? Lauren Robinson? Timmy TeBlow? THESE guys are gonna catapult him to the championship? Those are the kind of moves that COST you a shot at a championship. Each one of those guys has been owned and subsequently released by one or more teams in our league this year - for a reason. They're mediocre or worse.

Antonio Brown is an up and coming superstar. Ever since his rookie year, he's been magical. I seriously haven't seen him hiccup yet. Every time the ball is in his hands, he's making something happen and is becoming more clutch than anyone in Pittsburgh's offense. You know that Mike Wallace guy? He's pretty good huh? Antonio Brown's better. He just moved ahead of Hines Ward on the depth chart and is the Steelers #2 WR opposite #1 Mike Wallace. In his past four games, he has 26 catches for 364 yards and one touchdown. Roethlisberger loves throwing to him. Brown is a serious name to consider.

[Enigma869]

Franco Harris fired for supporting Joe Paterno

http://aol.sportingnews.com/ncaa-footba ... 2%7C113449

[Enigma869]

Jets vs Broncos - I'm not buying the Tebow hype and never will. His fans sound like buffoons praising the guy when he completes two fucking passes in an entire football game! Jets by two TD's!

[YoungJRNY]

N.Y Jets @ Denver Broncos: Can't believe I'm actually rooting for big foot loud mouth, enormous Rex Ryan tonight. Tebow gets sacked 6 out of 7 drop-backs and is held to 1 yard passing with 4 completions and 2 rushing touchdowns! haha. If Sanchez and the Jets can't beat this team, put a dagger in them. Jets by 17.

[S2M]

Regular TV, or NFL Network?

[conversationpc]

Jets vs Broncos - I'm not buying the Tebow hype and never will. His fans sound like buffoons praising the guy when he completes two fucking passes in an entire football game! Jets by two TD's!

Hell, I think I could probably complete at least three passes completely by accident.

[Enigma869]

Regular TV, or NFL Network?

Thursday night games are always on NFL Network.

[Enigma869]

Hell, I think I could probably complete at least three passes completely by accident.

I agree Dave. That makes his completely inept passing performances in these games even more astonishing. The yahoos who are wearing "Jesus" jerseys with this guy's number obviously don't know (or care) if a football is full of air or full of feathers!

[YoungJRNY]

Hell, I think I could probably complete at least three passes completely by accident.

I agree Dave. That makes his completely inept passing performances in these games even more astonishing. The yahoos who are wearing "Jesus" jerseys with this guy's number obviously don't know (or care) if a football is full of air or full of feathers!

The only reason why Tebow is starting quarterback is because of McDaniel's fuck-up going up to get him in the first round some years ago. Do these people/fans/organization really think their better off and a better football team with Tebow at the QB position? Completing 2 pass's? They went through all the trouble to go and implement an offense tailored to Tebow's "QB style" (what QB style?)

Fox says Tebow "loves the physical aspect of football" but yet, he's not even used as a QB anyway so why not just turn him into an H-back or FB if he loves the physical part of football and not even used to throw the football at all? Why not cooperate him in the offense anyway and atleast let a professionally trained QB in Kyle Orton be a gimmick and hand the damn ball off to him and still have that balance to be able to throw the football on offense if faced with an obvious passing, down and distance situation? This whole thing is just ridiculous and annoying.

[Don]

Regular TV, or NFL Network?

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[YoungJRNY]

Regular TV, or NFL Network?

ilemi.me

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[Rick]

Regular TV, or NFL Network?

ilemi.me

Here's my favorite streaming site as well: http://www.firstrowsports.tv/sport/amer ... n-football

Bookmarked bof of um. Thanks you two!

[Don]

Tebow does it again. I did think there was pass interference on that hail mary though.

[YoungJRNY]

Pathetic game 'til the end. Shaking my head. Put a dagger in the Jets. Tebowmania, the greatest thing EVER to happen to professional football ( ) just marched his team 95 yards and beat a 3rd and 5 Jets all out blitz for a 20 some yard touchdown run for the game winner. WHEN WILL IT DIE! Fuck the Jets though, they are pretty much a wounded duck at this point. Sanchez needs to pine the bench if you ask me. Terrible NFL QB who should be on a short leash if he keeps mediocre play.

[YoungJRNY]

The AFC will be either New England/Baltimore/Pittsburgh. NFC? Find an upset for the Pack or it's all theirs (New Orleans, Atlanta, Chicago, San Fran?)

My top 10 heading into Week 11.

1. Green Bay Packers
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2. San Francisco 49'ers
3. Houston Texans (probably not for long)
4. Pittsburgh Steelers
5. New England Patriots
6. New Orleans Saints
7. Chicago Bears
8. N.Y Giants
9. Baltimore Ravens
10. Detroit Lions

[Enigma869]

The AFC will be either New England/Baltimore/Pittsburgh. NFC? Find an upset for the Pack or it's all theirs (New Orleans, Atlanta, Chicago, San Fran?)

My top 10 heading into Week 11.

1. Green Bay Packers
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2. San Francisco 49'ers
3. Houston Texans (probably not for long)
4. Pittsburgh Steelers
5. New England Patriots
6. New Orleans Saints
7. Chicago Bears
8. N.Y Giants
9. Baltimore Ravens
10. Detroit Lions

You had the Patriots completely out of the top 10 last week and now with one win against the lowly Jets, they're a top 5 team again? By the way, I have a feeling that Leinart is going to play better than some people think and keep Houston very competitive...especially, if they can get Andre Johnson back on the field.

[Ehwmatt]

It's TEBOW TIME!

[YoungJRNY]

You had the Patriots completely out of the top 10 last week and now with one win against the lowly Jets, they're a top 5 team again? By the way, I have a feeling that Leinart is going to play better than some people think and keep Houston very competitive...especially, if they can get Andre Johnson back on the field.

I'm not even paying attention anymore to last weeks picks. Hell, I had Atlanta on that list last week and Chicago off of it, now I have Chicago at #7. Every week in the NFL has a different feel it seems and it's difficult week to week in this upset infested season. Other than Green Bay & San Fran, every other team fluctuates at a rapid pace.

I just rattle them off as fast as I can without thinking about it. After #5, it can literally be anybody. The Lions, Falcons, Ravens and Giants all lost and the Jets were at #10 but got annihilated by a Patriots team that looked like the Patriots again so I jumped N.E up pretty far based on their performance. Looking at it now, I'd have New Orleans one spot ahead over New England ( but that Rams loss still has me scratching my head) so if I had to look at it and rework it, I'd do this:

1. Green Bay Packers
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2. San Francisco 49'ers
3. Houston Texans (probably not for long)
4. Pittsburgh Steelers
5. New Orleans Saints
6. New England Patriots
7. Chicago Bears
8. N.Y Giants
9. Baltimore Ravens
10. Detroit Lions

You can change it all day if you want. That's why power rankings are fun to me. You just do them real quick and then change your mind mid-week to place a team.

[YoungJRNY]

It's TEBOW TIME!

I TEBOW'ed before I went to bed last night.

[hoagiepete]

Has there ever been a team that talks more smack and backs it up less than the NY Jets?

[Rick]

Has there ever been a team that talks more smack and backs it up less than the NY Jets?

The Browns. Not saying that to anyone on here, but at work. Holy hell.

[YoungJRNY]

Has there ever been a team that talks more smack and backs it up less than the NY Jets?

The Browns. Not saying that to anyone on here, but at work. Holy hell.

I went to the last game of the season last year, Pittsburgh @ Cleveland. The Steelers had 20+ coach bus's FULL of Steelers fans going into Browns stadium, lmao. They hate us with a great deal of passion but realized they were out-numbered by the bundles. After the first QRT I looked over the railings and thousands of Brownie fans were leaving to go back home. It was 95% Steelers fans by the middle of the first QRT. Hysterical. They sure do talk, but their own team shuts their mouth's before they can even enjoy it.

[Enigma869]

Has there ever been a team that talks more smack and backs it up less than the NY Jets?

No. I personally find Rex amusing, and found his dad to be the same way. That said, his act wears really thin with a team who can't play, and they will eventually tune the guy out.

[YoungJRNY]

Ray Lewis could miss up to multiple games with a toe injury. Toe injuries are a BITCH to overcome and take a long time to heal. Lynch ran WILD against Baltimore last week. Now with Lewis potentially out of the lineup, Benson could get some run lanes to run behind. It's going to be a tough game for Baltimore this weekend.

[Enigma869]

Tampa Bay at Green Bay - The "Battle Of The Bays" won't be much of a battle. Green Bay continues to roll. Packers by 21.

Carolina at Detroit - Detroit either wakes up from their coma today or their season is over, because it's unlikely they'll beat Green Bay on Thanksgiving (even though I'll probably pick them). Lions by 13.

Jacksonville at Cleveland - If I were the NFL Commissioner, this game would be cancelled, due to a complete lack of interest. Two sucky teams who will trip their way through the game. Girl Scouts by a half a point

Oakland at Minnesota - The AFC West has quickly become the NFC West (San Francisco this season, notwithstanding). Horrible division that someone simply has to win (God help us all if it's Phillipino Hospital Builder, TeBlow)! This game will probably be closer than it should be, given the Vikings simply suck. Oakland by a TD.

Buffalo at Miami - As I predicted when Buffalo was undefeated, they would fade faster than my leftovers, come Thanksgiving. Now that Miami is out of the Andrew Luck Sweepstakes (Thank you suckass Colts), they are actually playing tough. I still think Buffalo has a bit more talent (not much) than Miami. Bills by 3.

Dallas at Washington - Another snoozefest of a matchup. Cowgirls by 14.

Cincinnati at Baltimore - Bengals fans took step one back to reality last week against the Steelers. With Ray Lewis out, it presumably makes this game a bit closer. It doesn't change the fact that the Bengals have been playing the little sisters of the poor all season and now are forced to actually play some competition. Ravens by 7.

Arizona at San Francisco - This game will probably be a whole lot closer than SF fans want it to be. Niners by 4.

Seattle at St. Louis - This is a game I don't have much of an opinion on. Two lousy teams in a division that should be banned from the NFL. Seattle is coming off of their euphoric win against Baltimore and now they're the team travelling a bit. Rams by 3.

Tennessee at Atlanta - Two teams with identical records, but the Titans continue to be a team that I'm not sold on...even a little. Falcons by 7.

San Diego at Chicago - Look no further for your upset of the week. The woeful Chargers have lost 4 in a row. The Bears have won 4 in a row. The game is outside for a team (San Diego) who doesn't play well in the elements. This game should be a slam dunk win for Chicago, but this is the NFL. Chargers by 3.

Philadelphia at NY Giants - I'm not sure that Mike Vick sitting out in favor of Vince Young really hurts the Eagles much. They've proven to be a less than inspiring team. The Giants have a brutal schedule, so they must win as many of these games as they should win (and they should win this game). Eagles by 6.

Kansas City at New England - I think Patriots fans are going to get a VERY false sense of security coming down the stretch of the season, due to some really bad compeition the Patriots will be playing. I honestly don't see them losing more than one or two (Miami and Philly are potential losses) games the rest of the season, but it's not because they're a great team. Going against the immortal Tyler Palko should allow this awful defense to build on what was a superb game last week. Patriots by 14.

[YoungJRNY]

Tampa Bay at Green Bay - With Green Bay rolling past teams like it's nothing, I think Freeman could be a mismatch for Green Bay's defense and atleast put up a fight. Rodgers may throw a pick or two in this one but Green Bay at home will be too much for Tampa to overcome just a little. Packers MUST show a weakness somewhere, right? Packers by 17.

Carolina at Detroit - Detroit is excused. Every good team in the waiting needs that thumping once in awhile and Detroit got theirs last week. Coming back home has the crowd thinking playoff contenders come Turkey Day. They will make the Lions tough to beat at home. Lions by 13

Jacksonville at Cleveland - Jacksonville's defense is tough, very tough. Still, the Browns have to start showing SOMETHING and Jacksonville isn't that great offensively. If they can stop MJD, then atleast it'll be a close one for the Browns to seize. McCoy needs to get the home team a win at home for once. Browns by 7.

Oakland at Minnesota - UPSET: With Oakland on a long week and edging out S.D last Thursday, the AFC WEST is always due for a letdown and Christian Ponder has been solid for Minnesota for the most part. Just hand the damn rock to A.P and Minny could upset at home. Also, freak Jared Allen could get in the head of a mistake- prone Palmer. Vikings by 6.

Buffalo at Miami - Buffalo needs to find that Fitzpatrick magic like they did in the first half of the season or the Bills will be on the outside looking in come January. They need to start winning now if they want to have a slightest of chance for a W.C. Bills by 14.

Dallas at Washington - Dallas is hitting their stride. The pressure in the NFC EAST (Giants) is on as long as Dallas keeps winning. Cowboys by 16.

Cincinnati at Baltimore - UPSET: I was very impressed with the new-look Bengals last week. Marshawn Lynch last week took it to Baltimore's defensive front and now with Ray Lewis eliminated, Benson is very capable of finding lanes and setting Cincy up for an upset. Baltimore struggles with teams outside of things they aren't familiar with. Too bad for them, Cincy is a new-shift of a team. Zimmer will bring the hammer on Flacco. Bengals by 10.

Arizona at San Francisco: Arizona now has confidence to ride on. This has trap game written all over it but Harbaugh sure has his team playing hard-ball. 49'ers by 7.

Seattle at St. Louis - Seattle is another team that now has a game to feed off of. If they can beat an AFC contender against Baltimore, they sure can handle the Rams. Or so you'd think. Seahawks by 8.

Tennessee at Atlanta - Tennessee is now smelling blood within the AFC SOUTH. Too bad Matty-Ice is looking to regain his composure at home after a very disheartening loss to the Saints last week. Falcons by 14.

San Diego at Chicago - UPSET: San Diego has to start playing well and that means stop with the self-inflicting wounds. Luckily for them, the other QB on the other side of the field is very capable of doing the exact same thing the Chargers are known to do. Choke. Chargers by 7.

Philadelphia at NY Giants - The Eagles are as banged up as it comes and in comes the man who started the whole entire "Dream Team" to begin with. Young is like the black Tim Tebow. Horrible passing skills who just knows how to win with the QB scramble. The Giants, at home, will turn up the heat for sure and keep kicking a team while their down. Big division matchup the Giants desperately need. Giants by 13.

Kansas City at New England - Tyler Palko? Foxborough? I don't think so. Patriots by 20.

[AR]

Cincinnati at Baltimore - UPSET: I was very impressed with the new-look Bengals last week. Marshawn Lynch last week took it to Baltimore's defensive front and now with Ray Lewis eliminated, Benson is very capable of finding lanes and setting Cincy up for an upset. Baltimore struggles with teams outside of things they aren't familiar with. Too bad for them, Cincy is a new-shift of a team. Zimmer will bring the hammer on Flacco. Bengals by 10.

Wishful thinking.

The Ravens beat good teams. They just lose to steaming piles of shit.

The Ravens do not lose home games.

[YoungJRNY]

Cincinnati at Baltimore - UPSET: I was very impressed with the new-look Bengals last week. Marshawn Lynch last week took it to Baltimore's defensive front and now with Ray Lewis eliminated, Benson is very capable of finding lanes and setting Cincy up for an upset. Baltimore struggles with teams outside of things they aren't familiar with. Too bad for them, Cincy is a new-shift of a team. Zimmer will bring the hammer on Flacco. Bengals by 10.

Wishful thinking.

The Ravens beat good teams. They just lose to steaming piles of shit.

The Ravens do not lose home games.

20/80. Of course, it's no secret Steelers fans are actually bigger fans of the Bengals than Bengals fans themselves. 20% of me is defiantly rooting hard for the Bengals and hoping they can pull out a win. The other 80% tells me that Cinci is not the same 'ol team we're so used to seeing. They are actually VERY hard-nosed. Very tough on both sides of the ball. If Pittsburgh didn't start so fast last week, there is no doubt in my mind that Cinci would of used Benson and their run game to threaten Pittsburgh's chances of winning. Down 0-14, they were forced to come out and put it all on Dalton's shoulders and even throwing 2 picks, he almost pulled it off. The Steelers offense has awakened and can score points, which they did last week but I'm not so sure Flacco can get off to the fast start the Steelers did last week. If he doesn't, Cinci will certainly be in it.

[AR]

Cincinnati at Baltimore - UPSET: I was very impressed with the new-look Bengals last week. Marshawn Lynch last week took it to Baltimore's defensive front and now with Ray Lewis eliminated, Benson is very capable of finding lanes and setting Cincy up for an upset. Baltimore struggles with teams outside of things they aren't familiar with. Too bad for them, Cincy is a new-shift of a team. Zimmer will bring the hammer on Flacco. Bengals by 10.

Wishful thinking.

The Ravens beat good teams. They just lose to steaming piles of shit.

The Ravens do not lose home games.

20/80. Of course, it's no secret Steelers fans are actually bigger fans of the Bengals than Bengals fans themselves. 20% of me is defiantly rooting hard for the Bengals and hoping they can pull out a win. The other 80% tells me that Cinci is not the same 'ol team we're so used to seeing. They are actually VERY hard-nosed. Very tough on both sides of the ball. If Pittsburgh didn't start so fast last week, there is no doubt in my mind that Cinci would of used Benson and their run game to threaten Pittsburgh's chances of winning. Down 0-14, they were forced to come out and put it all on Dalton's shoulders and even throwing 2 picks, he almost pulled it off. The Steelers offense has awakened and can score points, which they did last week but I'm not so sure Flacco can get off to the fast start the Steelers did last week. If he doesn't, Cinci will certainly be in it.

A lot of people don't seem to realize this around my area, but if the Ravens would lay another egg today, Harbaugh and Cameron will be gone at the end of the season. Cedric Benson will do nothing against them today. How do I know this? That piece of shit is on my fantasy team.

[AR]

Alright AR, Bengals are tanned rested and ready...LETS GO!

If the Ravens shit their pants again, season is over. If they win they are back in control.