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Wonderlic also sounds like a new flavor of ice cream/custard at your favorite drive thru restaurant? Can I get orange sprinkles topped on that too? Awesome!
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If that tune doesn't fit the bill, try this one from Rocky IV....Okay, SW1 is done joking around now...Thanks for putting up with my sarcastic nonsense everybody. I appreciate it.
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If Leon Sandcastle & Rich Einsen do run the 40 yard dash together as competitors play this music from Rocky III inside LOS as they perform the drill. Thanks.
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Regarding #3: Is Leon Sandcastle [Deion Sanders] gonna run the 40 right next to Rich Eisen this year? I'm just curious...
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Where were you on the night of Oct. 5th? Not frequenting an entertainment club, lowering your standards, & tarnishing the NFL shield I hope Mr. Defensive End, if that is indeed your real profession?
Here comes your defense attorney now....Are you sure you don't want a court appointed public defender sir? ["Family Guy's Quagmire] His trial success rate is very, very poor & substandard...
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next year they are considering adding polygraph testing
Where were you on the night of Oct. 5th? Not frequenting an entertainment club lowering your standards & tarnishing the NFL shield I hope Mr. Defensive End, if that is indeed your real profession?
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Why call a test the Wonderlic anyway? Sounds like a scratch & sniff middle school book to me...
Do I get to pick my favorite smell at least? 
#2 & #4 are the most important segments of evaluation at the Combine. The rest is meaningless IMO. Have fun at your interviews Notre Dame LB Manti Te'o...You're gonna need divine intervention I think...
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That was the best Pats team IMO we have seen in terms of true balance. I had like zero doubt they were going to beat the Eagles. I don't think I really got much into that game either. Eagles were a good team though no doubt but I never had full trust in McNabb.
The best Pats SB win for pure drama to me was Pats/Panthers. From a pure football standpoint I felt that game was fantastic. Defense all the way until offense took over. And Jake Delhomme was GOOD for a period of time there for the Panthers in some playoff games. That is one of my favorite SB games ever.
I think the best Brady "moment" to me was when he got the Pats in FG range at the end of the Rams SB to set up our favorite kicker for the win. A lot of people claim Brady was a near non factor in some playoff games and especially that one but I disagree. I thought Brady was incredibly poised in his second year and first year starting and I was impressed. And there is something to be said about being 14 point dogs and getting it done with a young QB.
Pat Summerall was 1 of my favorite TV broadcasters. Was this his last SB doing play by play? John Madden: "Don't be stupid. Play for Overtime here." Madden calling Belichick dumb. Now that is funny.
You gotta know when to take calculated risks John. "This guy is really cool...The way he has been playing today. I am really impressed with his calmness." What no glowing complements like the ones you cascade upon HOF QB Brett Favre? Just kidding John. ;) "...Now, I kidda like what the Patriots are doing ...Charlie Weiss & this Patriot team are letting it all hang out." Madden I like you as a coach...as a TV broadcaster not so much. -
I agree with 99% of what you wrote here amfootball. A very thorough & well thought out response. #1: I will concede that since I do not live in Boston, Massachusetts I have no real idea how most NE fans view Wes Welker & the infamous dropped pass. I am glad to hear that Welker is still admired & widely respected in Foxboro. Perhaps, the NFL media is fanning the flames of controversy here not the Patriots organization or the players themselves. That is entirely possible. #2: Even if Wes Welker had caught that pass that was a poor throw by the elite QB Tom Brady, there is no guarantee that NE wins the game. Strange stuff happens in the SB man & nerves play a role even among seasoned NFL field veterans. Running backs can still fumble the ball. Steelers Jerome Bettis in 2005 vs the Colts & passes can still get deflected & knocked down in midair. My point is winning the SB was not a foregone conclusion for NE at that point. Yes NE's odds of winning a trophy dramatically increase I will admit, but again when the lights are brightest in the NFL pantheon of greatness strange stuff unfolds.Couple of thoughts here. No one in NE believes Welker to be a villain. 99% want the Pats to resign him this offseason. Most believe he should be played like a top receiver even though he plays the slot. 100+ catches for several seasons now. The guy is big time.
Now, in terms of the SB. Welker said himself after that drop that he makes that catch 100 out of 100 times. You can actually see him drop to his knees and grab his head when he drops it as he knows he should have caught it. The SB magnifies every play especially ones where the game is in the balance. If Adam Vinateri misses that kick against the Rams he is viewed like Bill Buckner. Those are the breaks. I remember Rodney Harrison saying that after the stickum helmet catch by Tyree he was going to retire from football. That is how much it hurt. That is the cost you pay when you play in the NFL and you are the player that has the balance of the game in his hands. And while I agree that one play did not decide the game as it was only second down and the Pats did not convert on third and their D wilted as it always done at the end of Super Bowls, it is his drop that signified the beginning of the end in most people’s minds. It is unfair but a cruel reality when you are on the biggest stage with a chance to seal the game.
I would make the argument that Gronk's inability to make that catch against Blackburn in the 2nd half of the 2012 SB had more to do with the outcome of that SB more than any other play in that game. If Gronk makes that catch for a 1st down, Welker's dropped pass is now irrelevant IMHO. It's ironic how Gronk gets a complete pass on that play & Welker doesn't for his play? Just thinking outloud...Generally, the player with the most NFL tenure, Welker in this case, usually gets the benefit of the doubt or he should In my view anyway.
I like you amfootball. You are a fair minded individual who has an interesting take on things. Nice chatting with you man.
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so does life in a 4 year period unless u r youngster & hungry
Man I look , with all my medical issues, 10 years younger at least than the Drs i did a residency with and even taught for my 6 years of practice
Yup, medical residency alone is no picnic. All those long hours, student debt, & less than perfect eating habits...Fun, fun, fun...NOT! I applaud all your dedication, hardwork, & sacrifice Barry. You definitely earned your prominent medical stature IMO.
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Oh, bazinga Jules...
How 'bout this one for Peyt? ;)
He's "throwing a pick..." get it?
Does Peyton own a dog named "Snots" too? From "Natl. Lampoons Christmas Vacation." Again, I'm only teasing...
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Oh, bazinga Jules...
How 'bout this one for Peyt? ;)
He's "throwing a pick..." get it?
Is that booger from the film "Revenge Of The Nerds?" Just Kidding!!! I kid because I still am one...
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Sneak preview of the Brady statue in the works after his retirement:
Darn Jules! Now that is funny!
I respect Tom Brady, but that is bleeping hilarious! 5 thumbs up Jules. -
You're on fire today, sir! Keep it up!
Don't you ever sleep? Is it not the middle of the night where you are?
Thank you sir. I appreciate that BHC. Do I ever sleep? Good question. I always have my computer on & a window open/temporarily closed but still running to the Colts Forum site. I'm nocturnal by nature & I always tease people that I am part owl because I don't like brilliant lights near me & I do my best thinking at night.I guess that explains why I like the SuperBowl so much...It is a superb owl to me. Lame I know, but still funny.
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A story from IndyStar that's more about cap space than most anything else....
The quote is from the end of the story, but it certainly jumps off the page!
The story says IndyStar has done it's own digging and contrary to what NFL.com says about the Colts cap space ($43 Mill) that IndyStar thinks the figure is $45-46 Mill.
To my knowledge, the Colts have not confirmed any figure.
Here's your story.... an interesting read....
http://www.indystar.com/article/20130218/SPORTS03/302180054/1058/SPORTS03
Thanks for this post NCF! I ran out of likes. I just am growing tired of Grigson's elusiveness. Say what you want about former GM Bill Polian, but at least he answered questions & you could read his responses & figure out where his head was at in terms of voids to fill in the draft & free agency. Grigson tells the fan base absolutely nothing. It's so irritating...Grrr!
"Grigson’s first year with the Colts was all about terminating contracts for aging and/or oft-injured players, slashing the payroll, basically starting over. That resulted in him building a roster with one hand tied behind his back.
Terminating the contracts of Peyton Manning, Dallas Clark, Gary Brackett, Joseph Addai and others resulted in the Colts carrying nearly $38.5 million in so-called “dead money,’’ bonuses paid but not yet applied to the salary cap."Grigson had nothing to do with letting Peyton Manning go. That ball was entirely in Jim Irsay's court. Ryan played zero role in that salary cap decision whatsoever. -
Bleacher Report::
Jeff Saturday to Sign One-Day Contract with Colts
By
Nate Dunlevy
(AFC South Lead Writer) on February 19, 2013
It's just ceremonial for now, but Jeff Saturday is returning to the Indianapolis Colts.
Dave Furst of WRTV 6 in Indianapolis writes that Jeff Saturday will sign a one-day contract (hat tip to Mike Chappell of the Indianapolis Star).
According to Saturday, the timing of a one-day deal hasn't been set, but the ceremony will take place sometime soon.
Irsay was always completely on board with that and had contacted me to do that. There's stuff that happens with the league first that has to all take place. It just takes time to get things done.
This is just the first of what will likely be a string of honors for one of the most popular and effective Colts ever. Saturday has been rumored to be up for a front-office job with the team for nearly a year. He will likely also be inducted to the team's ring of honor in short order.
Ceremonial contracts may be a little corny, but they offer fans the chance to hear from their heroes one last time as a member of the franchise. Given how little there is to talk about in the offseason and how insatiable the public is for news, writers are happy to cover the pressers just to have something easy to write about the next day.
In Saturday's case, his victory lap as a Colt will be welcomed. He's long been an engaging and thoughtful personality, and it seems only fitting that he'll retire as a Colt.
I agree with the sentiments expressed here on behalf of Jeff Saturday. Someone that I revere at a very high level. However, the Bleacher Report is a piece of journalistic toilet paper that I never give credence, validity, or a vaunted reputation too ever. It is amateur journalism at it's worst. Not a reflection upon you at all oldunclemark. To me, the Bleacher Report is an insult to real investigative journalists. Just my opinion. Take it or leave it.
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I suppose I'll watch any cerimonal happenings in relation to this through my fingers and perhaps I may even get that warm fuzziness that everyone else will get. Or more hopefully, someone will produce a 90 minute DVD on his career, and we can look back at the real action and praise the lord* that he was a Colt for most of his career......
You do bring up a valid point BHC. The NFL does have a symbolic Roman Coliseum motif to it all regarding Ring Of Honor jersey number retirements. It reminds me of the actor Kirk Douglas in the film "Spartacus." You get praised for your strength, endurance, & sheer brutality you inflict upon other teams & vanquishing your adversaries that stand in your way in order to win a silver Lombardi trophy.
Naturally, no ones dies in the 21st Century NFL, but the mindset still remains the same these days...
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Lol quoting Forest Gump S..... Happens
It does seem odd since Bart Scott was Rex Ryan's 1st major recruit as the newly appointed HC of the Jets in 2008.
It's completely unraveling....
I'll bet Bart Scott feels like the NY Jets are part of a dodge match that they are getting creamed in too.
"A sport of violence, exclusion, & degradation." Yup, that sounds like the NY Jets.
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Totally pointless exercise. I do not need Jeff to sign a one day contract. What difference does it make. I have my memories, and more importantly, he has his. And if they do offer him an office job, that's even better than a phoney contract.
Sorry if this is in breach of the NFL's honouring protocol, but it's all a bit silly.....and no offense to anyone who likes this type of thing.
Not at all BHC my friend! I respect that you speak your mind & always truthfully say what is on your mind. Never apologize for that. Always be who you are. I took zero offense to what you said. The contract means nothing. It just feels good to welcome Jeff back home where he belongs that's all.
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And that's the reason why I can't stand all this noise about QB wins, particularly in the playoffs. The quarterback is the most important player in the game, and probably in all of team sports, but he can't do it by himself.
Of course. The meaning of the phrase is that "Manning had a better game than Brady". That is completely independent of which team beat whom, which is why I emphasized that "the better TEAM won". The poster I replied to is in every thread where Brady can conceivably be relevant to argue that he responsible for all the Patriots wins, and someone else is at fault for anything else that happens. My default position is that individual comparison is one thing and team comparison is another. The Pats SB wins is NOT sufficient proof on it's own that Brady is superior to anyone.
A valid point MAC & Superman. A QB cannot literally win a game all by himself, but both Brady & Manning have carried entire teams on their shoulders for years & made up for glaring offensive or defensive weaknesses. Brady in 2007 & Manning in 2009. A lackluster defense in both cases. Not pathetic just not stout & top notch. But, I do concede that LBs, DEs, DB's, WRs, TE's, & RBs all play a crucial role in any game victory.
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For the life of me, I can't understand why NE fans keep making WR Wes Welker out to be some sort of SB villain. Disappointment I get...a little anger is reasonable/understandable I suppose. But, I liken to an Olympic skater who practices 6 days a week at 4 in the morning. They perform a perfect routine every morning & then during their turn at the Olympics under the international spotlight their spin goes wrong in mid air & they descend & hit the ice hard. My point is you can grab the ball perfectly in critical situations in Playoffs games & everybody loves you, but you miss a catch in the 4th Qtr of the SB & Patriots Nation wants to disown you as a clutch WR? Really? Naturally, not every Patriots fan holds this viewpoint of course I know, but Welker gets way too much blame for their 2012 Giants SB loss IMO.Now if you are talking about 2011, I competely agree. The Pats were not a good team and Brady willed them to the Bowl only to have Welker drop that pass right in his hands and watch his D break down again late in a SB.
The only reason that I am even bringing this drop up is that I don't want it to haunt Wes Welker. Cut it loose & bury it forever. How can a great WR move on & forget it if the media & fans won't allow him to? I 'd even say this against the Dallas Cowboys & that FG Tony Romo missed that FG kick against Seattle & I hate the Cowboys to my core.
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Cassell probably would have won them the 2 super bowls vs the Giants.
Whoa...Now, let's not get carried away here. Cassell is a decent game manager, but he's not a franchise let alone SB winning QB. Please tell me that you were being sarcastic Dustin. I like you man, but I can't make that Grand Canyon leap buddy...Sorry.
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Look, people have a right to believe what they want to believe. I'm no expert here. I just am extremely perplexed as to why some people can't let SpyGate go already. I never saw the tapes & neither did anyone else besides Roger Goodell since he burned them or destroyed them. The fact that NE got to the SB & almost won the game in 2012 proves that Belichick is wicked smart & has no need to even contemplate cheating. Did the Pats cheat? I can't prove or disprove it because the evidence was discarded. Okay sure, Belichick was fined. That verifies a rule infraction not cheating.
The Tuck Rule was misinterpreted by the referees in my view, but to Tom Brady's credit, he keep his composure despite a controversial call & won the game against Oakland to win the game & advance to the SB.
How Belichick shut down the Rams RB Faulk in 2001 was a genius though. No one can deny that especially after watching the coach's tape of their 1st SB Championship. I don't hate the Patriots. I respect their Playoff consistency & I don't care that they haven't won a SB since 2004. They are a darn good football franchise that could easily have won the SB in 2007 & 2012 minus a crucial play or 2 that easily could have gone differently.
I am a Colts fan 1st & foremost, but I have a ton of respect & admiration for my arch rival & SpyGate will never change that. The reason people get so furious at the Patriots is their ability to win consistently. I hate to lose too, but I don't make a SpyGate excuse when Foxboro kicks my Colts caboose. The Patriots just executed on the field better than we did. End of the story.
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Wow...I'm surprised Rex Ryan actually parted ways with him.
It does seem odd since Bart Scott was Rex Ryan's 1st major recruit as the newly appointed HC of the Jets in 2008.
It's completely unraveling....
Do I get to pick my favorite smell at least? 
Question of the Day - 02/18 "Twosday Twofer"
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1. I don't collect cards either in football or baseball. Zero, zilch, nada...
2. Blind insanity & a really foolish purchase IMO. Over $42,000!!! That's simply crazy! No other word for it.