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It appears that TD wasnt the only thing he was smoking. Marvin 2.0 my butt...
Wow. I cannot believe the world is going to be deprived of not seeing two Marvin Harrison's on this years Colts. But at least we have Hilton...
Wow, this crow really takes pretty good and I better get a nice big napkin to wipe all this egg off my face.
Yes, folks, I could not have been more wrong. Still think the dude could be a star in this league, I really do - but his playing days are more than likely over.
He'll be eating way too many munchies to ever stay in shape.
Just for old time sake you should cue up that amazing over the shoulder catch against the pats - it was a thing of pure beauty, and I STILL say very Marvinesque.
I had not an inkling that he still had his problems.
What a shame.
Bye bye, Brazill - at least it shakes our WR core out pretty automatically I think Whalen must be in?
ColtsHappy
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Again, a strange way of not attacking the poster. Whatever beef you have with me, you're definitely missing the point.
1) My original post was simply to say that I think there are a lot of different ways of determining who the best WR on the team is. Wayne's health, Nicks' ability to rebound, and Hilton's continued development are the biggest factors involved. My post simply meant that I don't know who the best WR on the team is right now. How that post ruined the thread -- pardon me while I laugh about that ridiculous assertion -- is completely beyond me. You act like I came in and slammed the original poster and everyone else in the thread: This is a stupid question and a stupid topic, how could anyone say who is the best receiver already? You guys are lame... Needless to say, I didn't say anything like that.
2) You reading anything else into my post is clearly a reflection of your personal opinion of me. You can dislike me or my posting, but there was no implication in my post other than what I wrote above. You're very wrong about this idea that I think I'm above the ideas being posted in this thread, that I'm smarter than the others posting. As a matter of fact, my post clearly stated that I don't know who the best WR on the team is.
3) My post was on topic. I like our WR corps, and that should be clear from my post. Your posts have essentially gone out of their way to derail this thread, simply because you don't like what I posted. Rather than, as OPC stated, just ignoring me. You aren't trying to further the conversation; you're trying to pick a bone. And honestly, if you wanted to pick a bone with me, there are a ton of my posts that you could have singled out. You want to have it out with an opinionated poster, and you chose the least opinionated post I've ever made???
4) I speculate all the time. I've speculated on this same topic many times over the past few months. I didn't think this was the thread for more of my speculation. I simply wanted to share that I think we have several good options on our team to lead the way next season. Why would that bug you so much?
5) My posts represent me as a poster. They are not a representation of the mod team or the standards of this message board. If you have a problem with my posts, feel free to report them, and the mod team will consider your report.
Wow, he finally explains himself. He must have had some 'splaining to do.
Remarkable.
ColtsHappy
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LaVon Brazil.... Marvin 2.0 I tell ya
You must have seen those TD catches against the Pats in the playoffs, which apparently some of us missed. You didn't even have to squint and he looked like Marvin. Especially the over the shoulder catch. Not even mentioning that smoking touchdown against the Bengals when he embarrassed 5 defenders!
ColtsHappy
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Uhh what? I think the difference is, some people have their "gut feelings" but may not want to put their guess on paper, depending on what the topic is. This question can't be substantiated or answered until the evidence is available - the "left brained analytical regurgitation of stats" you called it. Here, the "best WR on the roster" can't really be proved until at least some portion of the 2014 season plays out. There's injuries (and coming off injury) to consider, play calling, mismatches, age, and so many other variables, its impossible to make this judgment before summer camp has even started. It's the same reason why I have no particular opinion on this topic.
If the question is, "who is the best receiver on our roster to date?" Then the answer is simple, Reggie Wayne. And that's really all your asking, because we only have previous stats to guess as to who will be the best wr on our roster. Me personally, I share in Superman's "not wanting to be put in the box" in some respects. In others, I'm okay with being put in the box. I like to make arguments for players we should draft based on film review, because that's what GMs and scouts do. It's fun to me to play GM. You're looking at the same evidence (film) to make a judment as to who will contribute most to your team in the following years. Here, asking who will be the best WR on this year's roster without anything except previous stats and production isn't very fruitful or analytical IMO because we don't even have summer camp to look at and see how a particular player will be used. And I really don't mean to sound like this is "beneath me" as you put it, but since I'm not there in camp and practices to see how guys are playing or how I want to use them in this year's playbook, I don't find it interesting. Doesn't make you or me less intelligent or a fan or whatever, it jsut means we have different interests when we talk about the colts in some aspects. So for right now, guessing who will be the best WR on this roster is not quite as interesting in my opinion. Doesn't mean we cna't have these conversations, because some people might think this topic is fun to take part in, such as yourself. But to insult a major contributor to these forums isn't really the way to go about it. Most people just ignore or dont' respond to posts that they don't think furthers the conversation in their mind.
Offensively PC, I enjoyed your post very much, it cleared up some definite confusion I have and I appreciate your taking the time to walk me through it. I don't understand the "fact" guys and most of the time they simply make me yawn. I am working on my tolerance for others, and it is going to take me some time and I hope some of you will grant me that time. If not, send me on a fast path off this forum, that would be fine too. So here we go:
This thread originally seemed to me to be a lot of fun - lots of people posting from the beginning - and from what I could gather most everyone was having a pretty good time in a pretty rough football period - speculating on what MIGHT be as far as the wide receiver pecking order goes. A lot of light hearted banter if you ask me.
All of a sudden Mr. SuperModerator swoops in - and as far as I am concerned ruins the thread. HE can't possibly post anything about this topic - he is way too smart for that - with the implication being that anyone who does is obviously inferior to the position he has so carefully thought out. And I am thinking, is the forum really that rigid that a moderator has to come along with this type of implication? I wish he would have followed your advice OffensivelyPC and simply NOT responded:
"Most people just ignore or dont' respond to posts that they don't think furthers the conversation in their mind."
Might I point out he was CERTAINLY NOT trying to further the conversation, even after repeated urging on my part. He still refuses to "play along" and I do respect that. That is his choice, but I do find it a little strange. We aren't saving lives, it a football forum.
He had to make it clear that the SMART money is on the ones who don't speciulate, the ones who don't make crazy irrational "guesses" about the WR pecking order. Sorry, I just felt it was dead wrong and I didn't mean it to become so confrontational - I really didn't. Had it been a regular member, I probably would not have been bothered, but seeing it was a mod - well it obviously got under my skin. I think mods should be held to a higher standard.
Thanks again, OffensivelyPC. Appreciate it.
ColtsHappy
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You have a strange interpretation of not attacking the poster. It's really strange to see someone find a way to pick on an innocuous post from almost two weeks ago, especially on such a tame topic. It's a good thing you have such a good handle on sarcasm, otherwise, your intentions would be clear to everyone.
Does it really matter what my gut says in June about our WR corps? Why not enjoy discussing the other opinions in this thread?
I believe that my intentions are crystal clear.
Do I have this right? If the thread involves a subject matter that is calling for analytical left-brain fact and stats regurgitation - you are in?
BUT - if the thread involves a subject matter that requires a little right-brain action in order to arrive at a prediction or a "gut feeling" - "it doesn't really matter" to you and you are not interested in sharing? Or is it that you simply consider this particular subject matter beneath you and would in some cases - consider sharing a little "gut-feeling" action with us if the topic was right for you?
I am really serious and really curious and I am struggling with this board and trying to come to my own conclusions in the big picture.
ColtsHappy
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Im not saying this just because hes a forum poster, going back to others of your post as well but come on have a lil respect for people? I have respect for anyone on here and there opinion and very rarely go after any one. Im not arguing with anything you say, in fact I agree with you. I beleive we have Wayne for atleast 2 more seasons. However I don't enjoy reading through forums and seeing sarcasm and lack of respect. I agree with you on a lot of post however this is a forum, forum's are for discussing diffrent views and opinions. If you dont agree thats fine and its okay too discuss it respectfully. It turns alot of people away seeing the harshness of not just you but several others towards people who think otherwise. My .02 cents still much respect.
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Thanks, but - and I mean this sincerely - I think he is perfectly capable of speaking for himself. I also think you should consider the subject matter and comment as you see fit - rather than attack the poster. Mine was not an attack but a request - to man up and give us his projection, prediction, educated guess -- based on his GUT - which last I looked - is what this thread happens to be about.
Let's be brave and go out on a limb for once. I am sure we would all love to hear his opinion on this interesting subject.
ColtsHappy
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I don't know how to answer this question. That's a good thing. We have a really good set of receivers, assuming they're healthy.
Mr. "I have an answer for everything" is suddenly speechless? On the other receiver thread he must have almost a dozen posts.
Hard to believe. I have already clearly stated my opinion here, so this is not about me attacking the poster.
What gives? We need your infinite wisdom on this topic, for sure.
Why stop now? Let it all hang out. Give us your gut for a change. Tell us what you really think.
ColtHappy
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Yes, Reggie will surpass Marvin in both receptions and yards. Not TDs, but Reggie doesn't have to. He's already the greater player of the two. Why?
Because you cant just look at stats.
Marvin was always shut down in the playoffs - where you have to step up! That's how many people remember him. Absolute monster in the reg. season, while very mediocre in the playoffs.
Wayne: 17 games, 83 catches, 1128 yard, 9 TDs
Harrison: 16 games, 65 catches, 833 yards, 2 TDs
Even TY already has 1/4 of Marvin's yards, 1/6 of his catches and as many TDs. He will likely surpass him in a couple seasons.
So nice to have a voice of reason on this thread.
Nice post. Your stats do a nice job of confirming my gut feeling.
Thank you.
ColtsHappy
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or you could be realistic and use logic to form your opinion.
And also reference history
Funny how you don't comment on the subject matter at hand, but are somehow compelled only to criticize the poster - and the methodology he used to arrive at his conclusion. Actually not funny at all kind of desperate and sad if you ask me. I have a strong "gut feeling" about my point of view which for me takes precedence over logic and history.
ColtsHappy
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Differences of opinion and passion are fine.
But, when you start taking shots at entire groups of people as somehow 'less than' 'foolish' and part of the problem.........you are baiting. You are not discussing, you are taking shots at people because you don't like their opinion because it's different from yours.
That's what has happened in this thread more than once.
Claiming you felt comments were directed at you......when clearly they were not, is just an excuse to vent more anger.
The forum allows a lot of discussion but devolving a topic into a hatefest is not ok.
I think that in life, for most strongly held beliefs,most of us think less of someone who sees things exactly opposite of our own views. And that is the source of a lot of problems today.
If a thread is making you too angry, just stay away from it.
I hear what Nadine is saying.
For me - I have instincts about certain issues - the thoughts and beliefs I hold are usually pretty carefully thought out and they evolve into instincts you can feel in your gut. It's called "gut feeling". Maybe we all go through a process similar to this - I wouldn't know. For the most part I do my homework. Right or wrong, I go by my "gut feeling" - maybe those instincts are not FACTS derived from some statistic somewhere, but that instinct is not invalid simply because it would not be labeled "fact". It's a prediction, an educated guess - YES, an opinion.
It would be a pretty boring board if we were all merely regurgitating facts. Where is the excitement in that? That "gut feeling" I have can definitely result in this superior sheen that probably coats much of what I post on here. If I have a hunch about something - it's probably not a fact - but it might provoke some interesting discussion and create a nice diversion in someone's life for a few moments.
The hardest thing for me is to accept an opinion or an idea that I disagree with or I think is silly or not well-considered. It is very difficult for me to merely reflect on the issue without taking a subtle or not so subtle JAB at the "obviously inferior" poster. It's probably not done purposely on my part, but I tend toward the arrogant side - it's in my dna. It's very difficult to voice your disagreement without being condescending or arrogant with the poster with whom you disagree. I have way too little tolerance in general for those who disagree or those who don't do their homework. How wrong is that? DEAD wrong and I have to deal with it and work on it. It's exactly what Nadine is talking about.
I like to think of these forums as microcosms of the macrocosm. All walks of life and opinions are represented here. It's a little world, really.
It's kind of like - we are a fan forum with an incredible football team and a common cause and bond. If we can't get it together and be kind, treat each other civilly and show some tolerance and respect for another's - instincts/gut feelings/opinions - how is the world going to do it? If anything, we should be able to set the example right here on this board. It's only football people, we aren't saving lives here.
ColtsHappy
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We shall see what we shall see.
Really simple.
Fasten your seat belt my friend - i know you don't know this - but your opinion carries no more weight than mine.
Of course, your opinion agrees with the majority on here, but it is based on logic.
There is more to truth than logic. MUCH more.
Wait and see....
ColtsHappy
Funny how you like to speak on behalf of your "friend", but no, there is no grouping here! My post still stands as quoted above. Oh, but there is one BIG difference between Brazil and Marvin - and once again, I LOVE Marvin - but the truth is the truth is the truth. Brazill doesn't flop, he breaks FIVE tackles. Count em:
And of course there is this: two touchdown passes against the Partriots in the playoffs. The man Brazill comes ALIVE in the post season. He is just one of those guys. I don't have the videos on those two, nor do I have the time. You get the idea. You DID see it right? The little fella got us BACK IN the game.
Not bad for a part timer methinks. As a full timer he will smoke and I am dying to see them both out there together watching the opposing secondaries quiver. Yes he will smoke and that is probably why you are so biased against him.
But I know this is all pap to you, due to your Spock-Like superior intelligence. I wish you both had a little wit to go along with it but - as a fellow Indiana boy used to say - "so it goes."
Truth = a lot of things in case you didn't know - logic, intelligence, fortitude, valor, conviction, patience, pure guts.
Need I go on?
I hope not this thread is tired and so am I.
We shall see what we shall see. As my boy Johnny Unitas said before every game "Talk is cheap, let's play the game".
ColtsHappy
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What happened to bowing out?
Ruksak doesn't believe addiction is a disease, but you're obviously addicted to this thread. So are you sick, or can you choose to stop whenever you want?
Actually I applaud the OldCrow - never saw anyone who could say "Irsay should apologize" - with the real underlying message being: "I don't like him" 24 different ways. I think that is a major accomplishment! The offensive part to me is that he feels like we don't get it - so he (with thanks to King Crimson)
Repeats himself when under stress, repeats himself when under stress, repeats himself when under stress - ad infinitum.
ColtsHappy
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Yup.
He shore will - two out of three. No way he will break Marvin's TD record this year.
ColtsHappy
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I have spoken my peace and my posts are here for all to see and review over the next few years as the Colts head back into major glory.
Out of respect for the beloved Marvin - who of course was incredibly special - I will not post any more off-topic posts about other receivers.
Best to all,
I can't wait.
ColtsHappy
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And you deserve another.
Dear God...
Actually just assume everytime you post something and I haven't given you a Dear God it is only because I have not yet seen the brilliance.
Look, next to Luck, Reggie and Mathis, T.Y. is my favorite Colt. I am very thankful he is on the roster. But you have some serious swings and misses - as you normally do - in your logic. Have your T.Y. / Marvin fantasy but back on planet earth, that comparison is noy yet ready for prime time.
But you really go off the tracks with the Brazill nonsense. That guy is just as likely to be cut this year than anything else. His roster spot is very unsettled and the comparison to 88 is comical.
We shall see what we shall see.
Really simple.
Fasten your seat belt my friend - i know you don't know this - but your opinion carries no more weight than mine.
Of course, your opinion agrees with the majority on here, but it is based on logic.
There is more to truth than logic. MUCH more.
Wait and see....
ColtsHappy
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I love the enthusiasm. Believe me brother. I do dig it.
That said; we need to have some form of realism on this board. Marvin Harrison's don't just grow on trees. I enjoy watching TY, and I believe Brazil is a good WR; however, the chances of either ever becoming as good as Marvin Harrison is slim to none, and slim left the building long before I typed this.
Marvin Harrison is a top 5 receiver to ever play this game. Ever in the NFL.
TY is fun to watch; however, it is impressively clear that he is not in Marvin's league.
From 99 to 06 Marvin was one of the most dominant players in the history of the league. I love TY, but he has a long way to go before being compared to Marvin
This is so much fun - EXACTLY the kind of crap I got last time I suggested this. Realism. Right.
I will say this loudly and proudly.
We will see what we will see and the truth is the truth is the truth.
I have every right to my opinion and of course, you have very right to yours and I welcome it. It's fun to agree to disagree.
It's a magical mystery tour my friends, and whether you have noticed it or not - there is a clumping together on all significant issues like bees on honey on this board. There is a certain segment on the board (the ones who consider themselves the ones "in the know") that love to pat each other on the back and basically grin and agree on many MANY issues. I wish I had the time and energy to go back and point out how many times the status quo here has been wrong. It is mind boggling actually.
Sorry, I fiind it laughable and I am calling you on it.
However, should you be wrong, I will rub your nose in it, as I would certainly expect that if I am wrong, you will do the same.
Deal?
ColtsHappy
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This is so funny - when I suggested that TY was the next Marvin, many MANY months ago, you would have thought I was gonna be thrown off the board. Even though I proved with real time stats how TY was actually ahead of Marvin in his first two years in the league. I even got the dreaded "Dear God" as I recall, which still makes me chuckle.
I suggested that Brazil was also another Marvin - which we all clearly saw, but only in the playoffs - where he was exceptional.
I still stand by my original evaluation. Brazil alienated a lot of good folks on this board by his suspension - which ate him alive and put him behind. That doesn't make him a loser - not yet. Let him get some time in service and my instincts are - he will shine as bright as TY.
But I still stand by my original suggestions.
Clear your mind for a moment - IF Brazil turned out to be in the same class as TY - can you imagine ANY defense having to cover TWO Marvins?
I pity them - not to mention the rest of our WR/TE/RB arsenal.
ColtsHappy
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To the optimist, a half full glass is reason for hope.
To the pessimist, a glass half-full is a reason for despair.
To the scientist, the glass is already twice as big as it needs to be.
ColtsHappy
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I'm not you guys. I made no excuses for him. He was a great football player, but Johnny U is my hero. Don't put me in that category.
Johnny Unitas wes the poster boy for the Baltimore Colts and rightfully so. What an incredible role model he was.
Ray Lewis was the poster boy for the Baltimore Ravens - without commenting on morals or the ethics involved - as a minimum he had a questionable regard for the truth - and it is certainly possible that he is a murderer, just like OJ might be a murderer.
To see him doing that ridiculous chicken dance - or whatever you would like to call it - LEADING the way for the Ravens in the player introductions - wow. I always found that to be a sad and distasteful commentary on the NFL in general - and it always made my skin crawl. If you have a guy like that on the squad, at least keep him on a short leash in the background - don't let him lead the parade.
I have spent a LOT of time in Baltimore and I could NEVER figure that one out.
ColtsHappy
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Thank you CH for such a comprehensive synopsis my friend. Have a nice day!
Sure, anytime~
ColtsHappy
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Sorry, headed out last night right after the Chuck part.
In the first segment he was talking about how fortunate he is to have held the leukemia at bay - and praised the good people of Indiana about embracing him so completely and showing him so much love, after not really knowing him - after only being in Indy 6 or 7 months. He also praised Jim Irsay up and down. He said the first three words out of Irsay when he met him were "Faith, Family and Football" which bonded Chuck to him deeply and immediately. Not sure what he meant by this - but he mentioned that he might not be alive if it wasn't for Jim. Maybe Jim supplemented his health plan in some way and allowed him to have special care he may not otherwise have had access to without Jim's help (complete speculation on my part). He talked a lot about Irsay and praised him over and over. He didn't really mention his book - but the NFL network did, so I guess you could say he was promoting the book.
Second segment - he talked about camp a bit - but it was mostly about Reggie - how hard he has worked and how phenomenal he looks and he joked about the boxing glove comment from Reggie and trying to keep him off the field.
Worth seeing, but honestly, just a couple of short 2 or 3 minute segments.
ColtsHappy
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watching now....
ColtsHappy
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Dear God...
The number of ways this is so amazingly wrong boggles the mind.
Some have their beliefs about predicting intentions and behaviors.
Others have different beliefs about intentions and behaviors.
It's all good. It's all a mystery and ultimately fun for all.
Everyone is out of step but "Our Johnny".
We shall see what we shall see.
But the truth is the truth is the truth.
Dear God......
ColtsHappy
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Even though your post is dripping with sarcasm, I'll respond in good faith.
I haven't attempted to negate anyone's opinion. Just because I disagree with you -- or anyone else -- doesn't mean your opinion is invalid.
The snake post was a stupid joke, just having some fun. But my opinion on the OP is, no, I don't think Chud puts Pep in hot water. Chud doesn't know the offense we run, and if reports are accurate, hasn't spent very much time working on it or with Pep. It's scary to think, but if Pep got fired midseason, I think Christensen would take over for the rest of the year, not Chud. And if Pep were to leave, it would be because he's not doing a good job as the coordinator, or he gets another job. In either case, I don't think that has anything to do with Chud.
My opinion on Chud is that he has a chance to keep working and make an extra check for a year, then hit the interview circuit next year. Since he isn't playing a crucial role for our team, this won't be a great loss. But in the meantime, he can help our staff in various ways, and maybe he'll get some help from our guys as well. Win/win. I don't personally think he was brought in as a stopgap until we get sick of Hamilton, as I think Chud will get a head job before Hamilton does.
JMO
Smile. ;) ;) ;)
I disagree.
ColtsHappy
Disguising the Offense - this bother anyone else?
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I have noticed repeatedly that since Pep has arrived we tend to give away what we are doing by the offensive player packages and the formations we use on the field. Of course, it is not just the Colts, but I have seen this with a number of teams especially in recent years.
Bill Walsh and other pretty keen football minds always liked to work everything from a few very similar formations so it was harder to tell where they were going with the ball. To confuse things even further, Peyton was always of the mindset that it doesn't matter if they know what we are doing or where we are going with the ball, they still have to stop us.
How important is the "element of surprise" when it comes to the offense packages - and does our approach in certain situations bother anyone else, or is it just me?
Comment if you see fit.
ColtsHappy