Bobref Posted January 30, 2023 Posted January 30, 2023 In just 2 weeks, after the dust has settled from the Super Bowl, we’ll be in the 2023 off season. Story lines abound. Some coaches need to be hired. Free agency is coming up. Teams are positioning themselves for the Draft. Some to rebuild — others just to reload. What will happen with Tom Brady? Aaron Rogers? Lamar Jackson? Who will coach the Colts? Going to be a very busy next 5 months or so until training camps start. What are the questions you want to see answered, the story lines you want to see developed? Quote
Muda69 Posted January 30, 2023 Posted January 30, 2023 When will the NFL replace human refs with drones, and all the on-field calls will be made by "New York"? Quote
Bobref Posted January 30, 2023 Author Posted January 30, 2023 1 hour ago, Muda69 said: When will the NFL replace human refs with drones, and all the on-field calls will be made by "New York"? Unfortunately, the ability to replay plays, slo-mo, and infinite camera angles have outstripped the capabilities of 7 officials watching 22 very large, very fast and athletic human beings spread out over a large area, and intending to do violence to one another. Sure, the officials can do better … but only marginally. They’re human, and they are the best in the world at what they do. But they can’t see everything 22 cameras can, and they can’t take the time to review every call or no call in slo-mo from numerous angles. It’s just expecting too much. But before you decide to turn NFL officiating over to automation, remember The Law of Unintended Consequences. Quote
Muda69 Posted January 30, 2023 Posted January 30, 2023 2 hours ago, Bobref said: But before you decide to turn NFL officiating over to automation, remember The Law of Unintended Consequences. I never said I supported such automation, was just wondering when it would finally happen. It just seem like more and more calls are being overturned, or made outright, by this mysterious group often just referred to as "New York" in these broadcasts. https://operations.nfl.com/officiating/instant-replay/replay-assistance-rule/ They are slowly taking over the game. Quote
Bobref Posted January 31, 2023 Author Posted January 31, 2023 Heard this one this morning: 49ers trade Trey Lance to the Titans Brock Purdy becomes the 49ers’ backup, as he takes a full season to get back from his ulnar collateral ligament surgery. He is the heir apparent for 2024. 49ers sign Tom Brady at a hefty discount … and win the Super Bowl. Change my mind. Quote
Muda69 Posted January 31, 2023 Posted January 31, 2023 2 hours ago, Bobref said: Heard this one this morning: 49ers trade Trey Lance to the Titans Brock Purdy becomes the 49ers’ backup, as he takes a full season to get back from his ulnar collateral ligament surgery. He is the heir apparent for 2024. 49ers sign Tom Brady at a hefty discount … and win the Super Bowl. Change my mind. Where is Mr. Garoppolo in this equation? I believe he is a free agent now. The 49er's offensive line shouldn't exactly inspire confidence in old Mr. Brady. After all wasn't it that o-line who allowed three of it's quarterbacks to get seriously injured? Quote
Bobref Posted January 31, 2023 Author Posted January 31, 2023 1 hour ago, Muda69 said: Where is Mr. Garoppolo in this equation? I believe he is a free agent now. The 49er's offensive line shouldn't exactly inspire confidence in old Mr. Brady. After all wasn't it that o-line who allowed three of it's quarterbacks to get seriously injured? The 49ers have a Top 10 offensive line. https://www.sharpfootballanalysis.com/analysis/2022-nfl-offensive-line-rankings-by-positional-unit/ Quote
Muda69 Posted January 31, 2023 Posted January 31, 2023 1 hour ago, Bobref said: The 49ers have a Top 10 offensive line. https://www.sharpfootballanalysis.com/analysis/2022-nfl-offensive-line-rankings-by-positional-unit/ Must have been 3 fluke serious injuries then. Quote
Bobref Posted February 1, 2023 Author Posted February 1, 2023 2 hours ago, Muda69 said: Must have been 3 fluke serious injuries then. It was a couple of plays in a single game. Quote
Bobref Posted February 1, 2023 Author Posted February 1, 2023 Sean Payton, new head coach of the Denver Broncos. Looks like Denver is doubling down on Russell Wilson. https://www.nfl.com/news/broncos-sean-payton-head-coach-deal-saints Quote
Bobref Posted February 1, 2023 Author Posted February 1, 2023 Brady retiring. End of an era. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/01/sports/football/tom-brady-retires.html#:~:text=At age 45%2C Brady was,would retire in February 2022. Quote
Muda69 Posted February 1, 2023 Posted February 1, 2023 1 minute ago, Bobref said: Brady retiring. End of an era. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/01/sports/football/tom-brady-retires.html#:~:text=At age 45%2C Brady was,would retire in February 2022. *yawn* I'll believe it when he isn't on an NFL roster come training camp. Quote
scarab527 Posted February 1, 2023 Posted February 1, 2023 2 hours ago, Bobref said: Brady retiring. End of an era. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/01/sports/football/tom-brady-retires.html#:~:text=At age 45%2C Brady was,would retire in February 2022. Man. I really wanted him to come back with the Niners, win the Super Bowl, and stick it to his ex-wife for all the divorced men across the country. Quote
Bobref Posted February 1, 2023 Author Posted February 1, 2023 38 minutes ago, scarab527 said: and stick it to his ex-wife for all the divorced men across the country. So much anger … Quote
scarab527 Posted February 1, 2023 Posted February 1, 2023 6 minutes ago, Bobref said: So much anger … Someone's gotta stick up for all my friend's dads Quote
Bash Riprock Posted February 1, 2023 Posted February 1, 2023 5 hours ago, Bobref said: Brady retiring. End of an era. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/01/sports/football/tom-brady-retires.html#:~:text=At age 45%2C Brady was,would retire in February 2022. First we lose "Big Tom" Callahan a few years ago, and now Tom Brady. It will never the same..... #legends 2 Quote
Bobref Posted February 16, 2023 Author Posted February 16, 2023 Justin Fields is a bigger, faster, stronger, younger version of Jalen Hurts, but with superior arm talent. Change my mind. Quote
Bash Riprock Posted February 17, 2023 Posted February 17, 2023 15 hours ago, Bobref said: Justin Fields is a bigger, faster, stronger, younger version of Jalen Hurts, but with superior arm talent. Change my mind. I'll agree..... now, if he can learn to read defenses, make sound decisions and execute........ Quote
Bobref Posted February 17, 2023 Author Posted February 17, 2023 1 minute ago, Bash Riprock said: I'll agree..... now, if he can learn to read defenses, make sound decisions and execute........ Exactly what they said about Hurts … and look what he grew into. Fields can do the same … and will ultimately be better than Hurts. Quote
Bash Riprock Posted February 17, 2023 Posted February 17, 2023 7 minutes ago, Bobref said: Exactly what they said about Hurts … and look what he grew into. Fields can do the same … and will ultimately be better than Hurts. Time will tell....that would certainly separate him from recent Ohio State QB's playing in the NFL. I do appreciate your hope and passion for your team. Hurts lost his O Coordinator....we shall see what impact that has...if any. Quote
Bobref Posted February 17, 2023 Author Posted February 17, 2023 1 hour ago, Bash Riprock said: Time will tell....that would certainly separate him from recent Ohio State QB's playing in the NFL. I do appreciate your hope and passion for your team. Hurts lost his O Coordinator....we shall see what impact that has...if any. Most important nonplayer in the Bears organization right now: Andrew Janocko, QB coach.Fields needs to work on accuracy, which starts with mechanics. 1 Quote
Muda69 Posted February 17, 2023 Posted February 17, 2023 And the Bears need an Offensive Line as good or better than the Eagles O-line for young Mr. Fields to truly shine. Good luck....................... Quote
TrenchWarfare58 Posted February 21, 2023 Posted February 21, 2023 On 2/16/2023 at 4:18 PM, Bobref said: Justin Fields is a bigger, faster, stronger, younger version of Jalen Hurts, but with superior arm talent. Change my mind. 21 INTs and 28 Fumbles in less than 2 full seasons would be my starting point. 1 Quote
Boilernation Posted February 21, 2023 Posted February 21, 2023 1 hour ago, TrenchWarfare58 said: 21 INTs and 28 Fumbles in less than 2 full seasons would be my starting point. With possibly the worst O-Line and WR Corps ever assembled. A little bit of truth and a little bit of hyperbole in that sentence. Quote
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