Are You Ready For Some Football?!?

[tj]

Thought I'd make a thread for any of us who want to talk about the upcoming NFL season.

What are your predictions? Who is your favorite team? Do you play Fantasy Football?

[tj]

Predictions:
Division winners:

AFC
East - Patriots
North - Ravens
South - Colts
West - Chargers

Wild card teams - Broncos & Bengals

NFC
East - Cowboys
North - Bears
South - Panthers
West - (tough call) Rams?

Wild card - Saints, Eagles

Superbowl winner? Patriots

(...I'm rooting for the Broncos. But Jay Cutler's still too raw to take them all the way.)

[LucyDiamond]

Don't know enough about the teams but my favorites are the Broncos!!!

[tj]

Don't know enough about the teams but my favorites are the Broncos!!!
I must admit I watched the Broncos game last night, and then watched SYTYCD after the first hour of the game. Jay Cutler scrambled for about 15-20 yds and got hit pretty hard. I was holding my breath when I saw that, but he was fine afterwards.

I'm a bit concerned about the Broncos defense. They looked a little shaky, but maybe it's just a matter of getting used to the new scheme.

[delamusica]

@ tj:

I wouldn't say that I'm actually a Bronco FAN persay. I actually never watched football at all until a couple of years ago, and I'm still just learning how it works.

SO is a hs football coach and a big Bronco fan, so I'm trying to get into it (I've never been anti-football, just never had a reason to care - grew up watching the Yankees with my dad).

I did watch the game last night (even the 4th qtr after SO fell asleep! :)). Besides, got to have some CO pride!

[tj]

@ tj:

I wouldn't say that I'm actually a Bronco FAN persay. I actually never watched football at all until a couple of years ago, and I'm still just learning how it works.

SO is a hs football coach and a big Bronco fan, so I'm trying to get into it
I like him already! And good for you to show interest. :banana:


I did watch the game last night (even the 4th qtr after SO fell asleep! :)). Besides, got to have some CO pride!
:) You did better than me, too. I stopped watching after the first hour.

[Angelo]

I make no predictions about the upcoming season. I am a Dolphins fan (this season's gonna be a train wreck), though I often root for the Broncos and Steelers too. I am playing Fantasy Football for the first time ever this season.

[tj]

I make no predictions about the upcoming season. I am a Dolphins fan (this season's gonna be a train wreck), though I often root for the Broncos and Steelers too.
I haven't been keeping track of the Dolphins (yet). Is Ronnie Brown still slated to be the starting RB? Didn't they get him some competition?


I am playing Fantasy Football for the first time ever this season.
Good luck! Don't forget to keep track of those late injuries, and make sure to get yourself a decent (hopefully up-to-date) magazine.

[Angelo]

I haven't been keeping track of the Dolphins (yet). Is Ronnie Brown still slated to be the starting RB? Didn't they get him some competition?


Ronnie Brown is the starter. They drafted Lorenzo Booker as a smaller, faster runner (kind of like Maurice Jones-Drew) to change up the running game or when Ronnie needs a break. He can also catch pretty well too apparently

[LucyDiamond]

I'm a bit concerned about the Broncos defense. They looked a little shaky, but maybe it's just a matter of getting used to the new scheme.
I don't know anything about the players anymore as I haven't kept up since I moved to NJ 20+ years ago. But, I will ALWAYS be a Broncos fan. When I lived in Denver I had season tickets and went to most every home game. It was GREAT fun!!!

[Spitfire]

Yeah, I'm ready for some football, but can't really get into pre-season.

Most experts are picking the Patriots to win it all this season.

Being a Packers fan I'm likely to be asked the question so here's my answer in advance - if the team does not do well then it will probably be Brett Favre's final year, but if they do well he may just hang around.

[meow]

Way back when I was a kid and lived in San Francisco I was taken to see the 49ers fairly often. I still remember the fun, the cheerleaders and the Red Indian. So, I guess they are the team for me but unfortunately your football isn't shown on our TV very often. And I don't really understand the rules as I was young when I went to the games.
Have any of you seen Aust football or Rugby? Very different and no padding.

[LucyDiamond]

I've never been able to get into pre-season games.

[DennisBeach]

I am ready for football, but I don't have much interest in the NFL. I really like High School and college football, but rarely watch the pros. Packers are my favortie team, because when they play, there is very little traffic in the area and that is great for going for a bike ride. I live 60 miles from Green Bay.

[Spitfire]

All sympathy to the family, friends and acquaintances of Bill Walsh, one of the greatest coaches of all time.

[tj]

1st game of the season on Thursday. Colts vs Saints. :bouncy:

[LucyDiamond]

Go Broncos!!!

[Sagitta]

Thought I'd make a thread for any of us who want to talk about the upcoming NFL season.

What are your predictions? Who is your favorite team? Do you play Fantasy Football?
Darn! For a moment I thought that this was about soccer....

[Spitfire]

Colts looked in championship form last night.

Glad football is here. :)

[tj]

Colts looked in championship form last night.

Glad football is here. :)
I'll say! Their defense looked top notch!

I bet that NO CB (David) wasn't happy about being burned for 3 TD's either. :shock:

[Spitfire]

I'll say! Their defense looked top notch!

I bet that NO CB (David) wasn't happy about being burned for 3 TD's either. :shock:

I take it there's a heavy cloud hanging in Atlanta over Michael Vick.

[tj]

I take it there's a heavy cloud hanging in Atlanta over Michael Vick.
Yeah, it was pretty much the only topic of conversation for all the local sportstalk radio shows. Luckily, there's plenty of other sources available.

[LucyDiamond]

Broncos -15, Bills - 14!

Yeah Broncos!!! :banana:

[tj]

Whew! Jay had a great last limit drive to win that game for the Broncos! :cool:

[LucyDiamond]

I didn't watch the game - I got the score from nfl.com and when I found out the Broncos had won, I just HAD to post it... :wink:

[tj]

:) It was a close call - the special teams gave up a TD, and the Broncos were down most of the game. They finally scored a TD, but didn't make the 2 pt. conversion to tie it up. With <2 minutes, Cutler drove them to FG range (converting on 4th down twice), where Elam finally (he missed 2 earlier) hit a FG with no time remaining.

Talk about exciting!

Defense did much better than what they showed in the preseason. Travis Henry had a great game, too.

[LucyDiamond]

Sounds like it was a typical Bronco nail biter. :wink:

[Spitfire]

Was happy to see the pack open with a win. Defense look good, but think they will struggle on offense.

[tj]

I think I heard that Favre has tied Elway now for wins? Congrats!

[etp777]

Clearly, the bears were not ready :/

[Spitfire]

I think I heard that Favre has tied Elway now for wins? Congrats!

Yes he did though not in impressive fashion.

Pats appeared to be in championship form as well. Perhaps Randy Moss has found the right home there.

[Joe]

I heard on the radio this AM that the Pats may have been videotaping opponents' coaches in an attempt to steal signs à la baseball. Apparently the commissioner's office confiscated a camcorder and videotape from a Pats employee on the sideline of the Jets game...the pentalty could be fines and up to loss of a 1st or 2nd round draft pick.

[tj]

That sounds excessive. Surely other teams are doing this as well, I bet.

What do (any of) you think about the Jets' fans cheering when their starting QB got hurt? :shock:

[Joe]

Losers.

[tj]

I saw on ESPN yesterday that the Pats were accused of the same thing last year against the Packers, so it's not a first offense.

[Angelo]

I saw on ESPN yesterday that the Pats were accused of the same thing last year against the Packers, so it's not a first offense.


Cheaters! They should be forced to send Tom Brady and all his Receivers to play for the Miami Dolphins as punishment.

[tj]

I gotta say that it's fun listening to the Pats' fans making excuses about why the team shouldn't be punished.

[Joe]

Holy crap! Half a mil from Belichick, a quarter from the team, and a 1st-rounder.

[tj]

Talk about a harsh penalty! :shock:

Funny how everyone's coming out of the woodwork to pile on the Pats all of a sudden. Jack del Rio (the Jags coach) said that the Pats were jamming their radios during their playoff game.

[Pacion]

Nah! Not ready for "football", am too busy drooling! :lol:

The UK's "biggest" export ;)

http://img.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2007/09_02/davidbeckham1PA_468x622.jpg (http://img.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2007/09_02/davidbeckham1PA_695x1000.jpg)

[Spitfire]

Pats vs. Chargers, gotta be the game of the week.

[tj]

Yeah, I'm looking forward to that game.

(maybe if we ignore the soccer fans they'll go post in their own thread :wink: :lol: )

[Pacion]

Yeah, I'm looking forward to that game.

(maybe if we ignore the soccer fans they'll go post in their own thread :wink: :lol: )

lol! Dearest, THAT suit looks so sharp, be careful now ;) :tongue:

[delamusica]

What do (any of) you think about the Jets' fans cheering when their starting QB got hurt? :shock:


Inexcusable.

[Spitfire]

lol! Dearest, THAT suit looks so sharp, be careful now ;) :tongue:

Hmm, I do believe it's 2:30 AM in the UK Pacion; what are you doing up so late?

[Spitfire]

USC vs. Nebraska, that's gotta be the NCAA game of the week.

[tj]

Hmm, I do believe it's 2:30 AM in the UK Pacion; what are you doing up so late?

Shhh... we're encouraging her! ;) :lol:

[Spitfire]

Aw man, can you believe this? (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_us/simpson_questioned)

[Pacion]

Hmm, I do believe it's 2:30 AM in the UK Pacion; what are you doing up so late?

Shhh... we're encouraging her! ;) :lol:

:lol: Trying to think up ways to tease TJ ;)

[mamboqueen]

Keeping my fingers crossed that no one on the Pats' sideline has a flippin' video camera. For the love of Pete!

[tj]

Keeping my fingers crossed that no one on the Pats' sideline has a flippin' video camera. For the love of Pete!
Hmm, now that you mention it, they could always just buy a seat at the 50 yard line and try to record it from that seat. ;)

Some pretty exciting games this week. Broncos barely escaped!

[LucyDiamond]

Broncos: 23
Raiders: 20
in OT

Yeah Broncos!!!

[tj]

They cut to the game so I got to watch it. Did you see when the Raiders hit the game winning field goal only to have it get called back because a Timeout was called? Whew!!!

[mamboqueen]

Well, they gave us quite the dilemma here in the Boston area. Patriots/Chargers on TV at the same time as Sox/Yankees.

[LucyDiamond]

No, I wasn't watching the game. I got the score from nfl.com. Whew, that WAS close!!!

[tj]

Well, they gave us quite the dilemma here in the Boston area. Patriots/Chargers on TV at the same time as Sox/Yankees.
I never use my DVR on sports, but maybe that's the right time for an exception. :)

[tj]

No, I wasn't watching the game. I got the score from nfl.com. Whew, that WAS close!!!
Yeah, I read on sportsline that Jay threw an INT for a Raiders' TD which is why they were down late again. :shock: Growing pains for the young QB.

[mamboqueen]

I never use my DVR on sports, but maybe that's the right time for an exception. :)

I don't really watch enough tv to take up the expense. I'll just have to click-click-click it all night!

[tj]

I don't really watch enough tv to take up the expense. I'll just have to click-click-click it all night!
Wow, that's a really good Chargers defense that Brady just shredded in the opening drive. :shock:

[mamboqueen]

Missed it completely....rrrr!

[LucyDiamond]

Don't know if this should be in a new thread or not, but O.J. Simpson was arrested today in Las Vegas and charge with robbery, assault, and burglary. Here is the news release on CNN: http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/law/09/16/oj.simpson/index.html

[Spitfire]

Let's just hope he's behind bars, this time for good.

[samina]

bread & circus, folks... bread & circus...:rolleyes:

[Spitfire]

Such as the controversy the Pats are looking awesome.

Congrats to Brett, now with the most wins for a QB in NFL history. Needs 4 TD passes to pass Dan Marino for that category. What's happened to the Saints?

[tj]

Such as the controversy the Pats are looking awesome.

Congrats to Brett, now with the most wins for a QB in NFL history. Needs 4 TD passes to pass Dan Marino for that category. What's happened to the Saints?

Congrats to 'Old Man' Favre! Amazing, just amazing.

Saints? Their offense has been stalled so far, plus their corners keep getting beat. It seems like they alone are keeping Joey Galloway relevant since they can't stop the guy.

[Spitfire]

I had pegged next weeks Packers vs. Chargers game as a loss for the Pack, but with the Chargers looking as they have and the game in Lambeau field they have a good chance. Didn't think LT would go two games with less than 100 yards combined if I'm not mistaken.

[delamusica]

Did you guys catch this?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm7epzG6NHU

[cornutt]

Man, my Titans gave Indy a good fight yesterday. They may not have won, but it was encouraging.

[tj]

Did you guys catch this?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gm7epzG6NHU
According to the comments, the Duck got suspended...

Rocky, the mountain lion mascot for the Denver Nuggets, used to play around with Charles Barkeley and pretend to get beaten up by him. That was obvious (and funny) play-acting. The above clip certainly didn't look that way with those two mascots.

[tj]

Man, my Titans gave Indy a good fight yesterday. They may not have won, but it was encouraging.
I think they have the most underrated O-line and D-line in the league. Once they get a few weapons for Vince, they'll be tough!

[tj]

I had pegged next weeks Packers vs. Chargers game as a loss for the Pack, but with the Chargers looking as they have and the game in Lambeau field they have a good chance. Didn't think LT would go two games with less than 100 yards combined if I'm not mistaken.
It'll be a good test for the Packers' D, who have been getting a lot of well deserved props for their play.

Maybe it's just that everyone has Norv Turner's schemes figured out, rather than the previous regime's?

[Spitfire]

It'll be a good test for the Packers' D, who have been getting a lot of well deserved props for their play.

Maybe it's just that everyone has Norv Turner's schemes figured out, rather than the previous regime's?

Did it again, now 3-0. Snatching what looked like defeat into a win.

[LucyDiamond]

Jaguars - 23
Broncos - 14

:cry:

[tj]

Yeah, I think the Broncos are distressingly average. At least at this point of the season. The Run D has been bad (27th in the league), and until they fix it, they'll be lucky to be .500 with two tough games coming up: Indy & SD.

At least the Chargers are having some major issues, too. Good job by Favre and crew on their win. Favre really shredded that Charger D.

[Spitfire]

The Bears, so much for their defense and perhaps their QB.

[Joe]

The whole NFL is average, save for 2-3 teams at the high end. Welcome to parity.

[tj]

Yeah, you're right, Joe. I'd say it looks like it's the Pats, Colts, Steelers, Cowboys, and then everyone else. (with apologies to you Packers fans)

[Spitfire]

No. 1 all time. 422 TD passes, and counting...

Way to go Brett. :applause:

Playing as well as he ever has.

[reb]

Brett Favre
:notworth:

[tj]

Favre's looking really good! Looks like they'll be one of the top two seeds in the NFC.

[Spitfire]

Favre's looking really good! Looks like they'll be one of the top two seeds in the NFC.

The older the violin the sweeter the music; that would seem to apply to Brett Farve. About the only knock on the team is they have no running game and are last in the NFL in that category.

[LucyDiamond]

It appears that the Broncos are going for #1 draft pick this year. :lol:

[tj]

It appears that the Broncos are going for #1 draft pick this year. :lol:

Yeah, Peyton & Addai shredded the Broncos' D yesterday, but hey, it's an average team getting pounded by one of the top 3 teams.

Next up? A very angry LT. Doesn't look good for the Broncos' 31st ranked Run D.

[tj]

The older the violin the sweeter the music; that would seem to apply to Brett Farve. About the only knock on the team is they have no running game and are last in the NFL in that category.

Yeah, could be trouble once the weather turns bad.

[Spitfire]

So they were asking on MNF, can the Patriots go 16-0? Kind of doubt that, but when your PAT is blocked and it still is good, then things must be going very well.

[Joe]

Favre's looking really good! Looks like they'll be one of the top two seeds in the NFC.
Eh, just wait til he starts throwing more pickles.

[tj]

So they were asking on MNF, can the Patriots go 16-0? Kind of doubt that, but when your PAT is blocked and it still is good, then things must be going very well.

When I saw the graphic, it looked like they still have 3 games against some good opponents (@Indy being the hardest for them), plus they still need to beat all the teams they're supposed to beat. It makes for a fun discussion, but IMHO, it's way early to be thinking that. Plus, hey, Indy could conceivably do it, too.

Eh, just wait til he starts throwing more pickles.

I keep waiting for that blow-up, but so far, so good. Which divisional games does he traditionally have problems in, is it @Detroit?

[Spitfire]

So far he's only thrown 2 picks, he usually has more at this point - he did have one on Sunday, but it was taken away on a Vikings penalty. The Pack has had the most problems with the Lions and Vikings when playing them on the road.

Brett Favre needs 2,657 more passing yards to pass Dan Marino and while he seems on pace to get that this season that's going to be a little more difficult once the weather in Green Bay turns cold.

[tj]

The Pack has had the most problems with the Lions and Vikings when playing them on the road.


I know that he has the reputation for playing poorly @Minnesota, but all the fantasy football "experts" were quoting really good stats for him @Minnesota for the past 4-5 years.

I'll try to track down the numbers that they were saying.

[tj]

Found it: (http://sports.espn.go.com/fantasy/football/ffl/story?page=lovehateweek4) (from Matthew Berry, ESPN)


"Brett Favre, Packers. In his last four games at Minnesota, Favre has averaged 305.3 yards per game, with 10 touchdowns and only two interceptions."

So add in this past week, that makes 300+ yds, 12 TDs, and 2 INT's for his past 5 games @Minnesota. Pretty da*n good!

[tj]

While I'm at it, here's the Pats schedule. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/teams/schedule?team=nwe)

[Spitfire]

Found it: (http://sports.espn.go.com/fantasy/football/ffl/story?page=lovehateweek4) (from Matthew Berry, ESPN)


"Brett Favre, Packers. In his last four games at Minnesota, Favre has averaged 305.3 yards per game, with 10 touchdowns and only two interceptions."

So add in this past week, that makes 300+ yds, 12 TDs, and 2 INT's for his past 5 games @Minnesota. Pretty da*n good!

But for most of Favre's career the team hasn't done well there, though yes, they've won I think three of the last four in Minnesota. Generally, the team has not done well in indoor stadiums though they won a Super Bowl in one.

[tj]

Yeah, I have a friend who's a big Favre fan, too, and he said as much.

Just for giggles, I went and looked at Favre's record @Minnesota from '97-01. He's 2-4 with 250 yds/game, 8 TD's, 8 INT's.

[Joe]

Not only do the Pats have to play Dallas and Indy, both 4-0, they have to do it on the road.

[Spitfire]

I kind of wonder if Matt Leinart has continued ballroom classes. He was doing so at USC.

[Joe]

Well, I'm sure there are plenty of bluehairs in Tempe, so there's probably a lot of ballroom. Not sure the kind he'd be interested in, though. ;)

[Spitfire]

Well, I'm sure there are plenty of bluehairs in Tempe, so there's probably a lot of ballroom. Not sure the kind he'd be interested in, though. ;)

I go dancing in the Phoenix area a lot. If he were at any of them I'm sure I'd know it.

[tj]

Ugly weekend to be a Broncos fan. Packers lost, too.

[LucyDiamond]

Ugly weekend to be a Broncos fan.
I told you, they are going for first round draft pick... :lol:

[Spitfire]

Packers lost, too.

When you turn the ball over 4 times you can't expect to win even if you're playing well otherwise. Fumbles more of a problem then INT's.

Pats and Colts certainly on a roll, be the game of the season when those two meet later on.

[tj]

I told you, they are going for first round draft pick... :lol:
At this rate, the Raiders are looking better than the Broncos! :shock: :rolleyes: :lol:

[LucyDiamond]

Don't tell anyone in Denver, but I'm a closet Raider fan.

[tj]

When you turn the ball over 4 times you can't expect to win even if you're playing well otherwise. Fumbles more of a problem then INT's.
True, unless your opponent is the Falcons...

Thing is, I don't think anyone expected the Packers to go undefeated. They're still in the driver's seat in regards to winning the division.

Pats and Colts certainly on a roll, be the game of the season when those two meet later on.

Yeah, should be a great game - also the Pats play Dallas who've been on a roll, too.

[tj]

Don't tell anyone in Denver, but I'm a closet Raider fan.
!! Fired! ;) :lol:

[LucyDiamond]

Actually, I'm a fan of all the AFC West teams and will root for them in the playoffs, unless they are playing Denver. :wink:

[LucyDiamond]

(I know I'm dating myself) I especially liked the Raiders when Ken Stabler was QB. However, I never forgave Lyle Alzado for betraying the Broncos and playing for the Raiders.

[Spitfire]

Actually, I'm a fan of all the AFC West teams and will root for them in the playoffs, unless they are playing Denver. :wink:

Packers play in Denver in two weeks on MNF. Don't count on a Denver loss, though the Pack has played well for the most part they can be quite inconsistent.

[Spitfire]

(I know I'm dating myself) I especially liked the Raiders when Ken Stabler was QB. However, I never forgave Lyle Alzado for betraying the Broncos and playing for the Raiders.

Now that rivalry has got to be more intense than the Packers and Bears. ;-)

[tj]

Actually, I'm a fan of all the AFC West teams and will root for them in the playoffs, unless they are playing Denver. :wink:

I'll do that with some sports. Not football for some odd reason.

(I know I'm dating myself) I especially liked the Raiders when Ken Stabler was QB. However, I never forgave Lyle Alzado for betraying the Broncos and playing for the Raiders.
;) You mean, back when the Raiders were actually good? (j/k!!!)

Maybe I don't root for other AFC West teams because I occasionally run in to a rabid fan of one of the other teams and get to hear him brag/trash talk about his team too much? Lol! A few months ago, some Raiders fan was bragging about the overall record of the Raiders vs the Broncos, but that's mostly on the strength of what the Raiders did a long, long time ago...

On a side note - Denver Post was predicting a major shakeup by Shanahan. Dunno what that means, but obviously what they were doing in the first 5 games isn't working. Plus they're going to lose Travis Henry once his lawsuit gets denied.

[tj]

Packers play in Denver in two weeks on MNF. Don't count on a Denver loss, though the Pack has played well for the most part they can be quite inconsistent.

Well, before last night, I'd say that the Broncos defensive strength matches up well with the Packers. Everyone's running on the Broncos, and before yesterday, the Packers running game was non-existant. And while it sorta got shut down in the 2nd half, the Packers were running the ball well on the Bears early last night. But until the Broncos sort out their problems, I'll take the Packers even if I were giving 5-6 points.

Now that rivalry has got to be more intense than the Packers and Bears. ;-)
Rivalry games are great! While Red Sox/Yankees has it's thrills, the NFL does such a great job with rivalries since every single game matters so much.

[LucyDiamond]

Some of my fondest memories of Broncos football was in the 70s before the expansion of Mile High Stadium. We had season tickets in the South Stands (the ones above the locker rooms and the fans were known not to be too nice to the opposing team when they took the field) and "Half a Loaf Lou" was coach. The Raiders had a mightly team back then, with Ken Stabler and Fred Biletnikoff coached by John Madden.

[tj]

Some of my fondest memories of Broncos football was in the 70s before the expansion of Mile High Stadium. We had season tickets in the South Stands (the ones above the locker rooms and the fans were known not to be too nice to the opposing team when they took the field) and "Half a Loaf Lou" was coach. The Raiders had a mightly team back then, with Ken Stabler and Fred Biletnikoff coached by John Madden.
:) I was in school during those days, and didn't know the game nearly as much, and was certainly before my time as a Broncos fan (probably was rooting for the Rams since it was my big bro's fav team, or maybe the Giants since they were the team on TV every Sunday). But yeah, the Raiders were truly dominant back then, a force to be reckoned with.

Last night, they were talking about how the Packers' stadium/organization is an anomaly/throwback, what, with the benches and all. Made me remember when I'd gotten the chance to sit on the benches in the South Stands for a Broncos game.

[LucyDiamond]

In the early 70s, our south stand season tickets were in the name of the business where my Dad worked. I don't remember if he quit the business or they gave up those tickets (there were only 2 together and my Dad and I went to the games). Anyway, we didn't have tickets for a few years and the waiting list made them impossible to get. My brother had put his name on the waiting list for 4 tickets and when the stadium was expanded in the mid 70s, we got tickets up in the nose bleed section of the north stands. It wasn't quite the same as the south stands but, we still had loads of fun going to the games. I moved to NJ January of 1985 so, only saw John Elway in his early years. That fall, was his first trip to the superbowl and the Giants slaughtered the Broncos. To this day, I do NOT like the Giants. :wink: I was very happy that John and the Broncos won back-to-back superbowls before he retired. After John left, the Broncos have never been the same. Since the Bronco games are rarely broadcast on the East Coast, I rarely see their games anymore and when they are on, I usually just watch the 4th quarter. Over the years, I've lost my intense interest in football but, will always be a Bronco fan.

[Joe]

Too bad Buffalo's offense is so crappy...

[tj]

Last night's game reminded me of last year's Bears/Cards game. Talk about sloppy, but entertaining!

I think you can partially blame it on the Bills coach. Why was he having his rookie QB passing in the redzone when all they needed was a FG? That and not being able to run out the clock.

Grats to the Cowboys. Gonna be interesting when they play the Pats!

[tj]

5-0 Pats at the 5-0 Cowboys this Sunday. Should be good!

[mamboqueen]

5-0 Pats at the 5-0 Cowboys this Sunday. Should be good!

I might have to have a little tailgater for that one ;)!

[Spitfire]

I might have to have a little tailgater for that one ;)!

Be sure to include dancing. :mrgreen:

One of the University of Arizona tailgate parties had such a setup to include a lesson a few years back.

[mamboqueen]

Be sure to include dancing. :mrgreen:

One of the University of Arizona tailgate parties had such a setup to include a lesson a few years back.

A very novel idea! Half time show, perhaps??!!

So, if anyone is worried about Tom Brady's life after football, check this out:

http://stetsoncologne.com/

He might become more of a supermodel than Giselle!

[Joe]

Only if he stops playing before he gets too beat up to vamp on the runway. ;)

[mamboqueen]

He could probably make as much money modeling ....

[Spitfire]

Didn't get to see the game, but Brady's passing must have been quite pretty.

[mamboqueen]

bravissimo!

[tj]

Missed most of last weekend as I was out of town. Did manage to catch up on the highlights. Sounds like the Pats/Cowboys game was close for a half, before Brady and Co turned it up a notch?

[Spitfire]

Missed most of last weekend as I was out of town. Did manage to catch up on the highlights. Sounds like the Pats/Cowboys game was close for a half, before Brady and Co turned it up a notch?

It was 24-21 cowboys at the half or early third quarter when the Pats exploded for 27 points and holding the Cowboys to only 6. Didn't see the game but was watching the highlights.

[tj]

Sorry that I missed it!

Makes that upcoming Colts/Pats game even more of a showdown, I think.

[Spitfire]

Packers played a sloppy game, but still won, in spite of Brett Favre setting the all time INT record. the only one he has left to top is the all time passing mark.

[tj]

Just listened to a PTI highlight - they quoted the Cowboys coach as saying that he called his defense in such a way as to make Brady beat them. The two PTI guys drew an analogy that this was like saying double team Steve Kerr and make Michael Jordan beat you. Lol!

[Spitfire]

Just listened to a PTI highlight - they quoted the Cowboys coach as saying that he called his defense in such a way as to make Brady beat them. The two PTI guys drew an analogy that this was like saying double team Steve Kerr and make Michael Jordan beat you. Lol!

And Brady did just that. Oh, I recall the days when Steve Kerr played for Arizona.

[tj]

People in New England must be pretty happy between the success of the Pats and the Red Sox!

[Spitfire]

It was NE 35-7 at the half vs. Miami yesterday. This offense could score 600 points at the rate they're going.

[mamboqueen]

People in New England must be pretty happy between the success of the Pats and the Red Sox!

Well, some of us are 50/50 (tough being a Yankee fan around here! :raisebro:). The Pats are just awesome. The true test will be Indy.

[tj]

Tom Brady is on pace for 60+ TD's. The old record by Peyton is what, high 40's? (someone wanna look it up?)


While I doubt they'll look past them, the Pats had better watch out. The Redskins are an underrated team. I could see it be possible that the Pats are looking ahead to the Indy game in 2 weeks, and end up not playing well next weekend against those 'Skins.

[Spitfire]

Tom Brady is on pace for 60+ TD's. The old record by Peyton is what, high 40's? (someone wanna look it up?)


While I doubt they'll look past them, the Pats had better watch out. The Redskins are an underrated team. I could see it be possible that the Pats are looking ahead to the Indy game in 2 weeks, and end up not playing well next weekend against those 'Skins.

Peyton Manning threw 49 TD passes in 2004.

[Joe]

Tom Brady is on pace for 60+ TD's. The old record by Peyton is what, high 40's? (someone wanna look it up?)


While I doubt they'll look past them, the Pats had better watch out. The Redskins are an underrated team. I could see it be possible that the Pats are looking ahead to the Indy game in 2 weeks, and end up not playing well next weekend against those 'Skins.
Particularly since the 'Skins defense is better than any of the ones the Pats have faced thus far...

Also, wait til the weather gets crappy--you won't see quite so many Brady-to-Moss bombs.

[tj]

Hmm, I wonder if the Pats lack of a running game will hurt them once the weather turns bad. I think that Maroney (and even Sammy Morris) will have to turn it up a lot when December comes around.

Makes me wonder how Brady's numbers are at home in December vs earlier in the season. (like before - anyone wanna look it up? :) )

[Spitfire]

The Redskins do have a pretty good defense so this should be a test for the Pats. What the Pats need are those close hard fought games to keep them honest.

[Spitfire]

So much for good defense vs. the Pats. They just find ways to get around it.

With a huge lead in the 4th quarter mosts teams play conservatively and just want to run down the time clock, but twice the Pats go for it on 4th down leading to touchdowns.

They are ruthless! :mrgreen:

[Joe]

I hope it comes back to bite them in the ass.

[tj]

Well, it's all set up for the "big showdown" next weekend between the undefeated Pats & Colts!

[mamboqueen]

*mental note to have nothing planned for next Sunday*

I think the Patriots are just going to annihalate the Colts.

[LucyDiamond]

Looks like the Broncos are on Monday Night Football. I'm watching DWTS. :lol:

[tj]

*mental note to have nothing planned for next Sunday*

I think the Patriots are just going to annihalate the Colts.

Food for thought - Indy has beaten the Pats something like 3 out of the past 4 times they've met. (Someone want to confirm that? :wink: :roll: )

Of course, that's before Randy Moss, Wes Welker, and Donte Stallworth, but still...

Looks like the Broncos are on Monday Night Football. I'm watching DWTS. :lol:

That's why I have a DVR! (plus Heroes is on, too)

[mamboqueen]

Looks like the Broncos are on Monday Night Football. I'm watching DWTS. :lol:

ehhh...I usually flip back to the game during commericals. Of course, you can always see DWTS on tv....

[tj]

Lol, over on ESPN, (http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=easterbrook/071023&sportCat=nfll) they're calling the Colts/Pats game, Good vs Evil...

[LucyDiamond]

Actually, I'll be in dance class and my DVD recorder is broken (note so self - get new DVD player/recorder) so, I'll watch it tomorrow on ABC's website. :wink:

[LucyDiamond]

Lol, over on ESPN, (http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=easterbrook/071023&sportCat=nfll) they're calling the Colts/Pats game, Good vs Evil...
:lol:

[Spitfire]

Troy Aikman made a point during the Redskins/Patriots game that for the last so many seasons the highest scoring team has not made it to the Super Bowl.

[mamboqueen]

Exactly *WHO* is evil???!!!!!

[tj]

Exactly *WHO* is evil???!!!!!

One word: Cheaters! (can only be applied to one of the teams... :rolleyes: :nope: ;) )

[mamboqueen]

Well, not to defend their little "videogate", but (a) I'd bet every team has either done it or something like it and (b) just glad it was nipped in the very first week of the season because then there will be no people whining at the end of the season about how they got there.

Harumph. People are just jealous because we have the far better looking QB. No contest!

[tj]

Well, not to defend their little "videogate", but (a) I'd bet every team has either done it or something like it and (b) just glad it was nipped in the very first week of the season because then there will be no people whining at the end of the season about how they got there.

Harumph. People are just jealous because we have the far better looking QB. No contest!

:) I was kidding (well, maybe about 85%... ) Mostly cuz I'm jealous that my fav team is decidedly mediocre this year.

[Spitfire]

And perhaps it is thought by some that there was no need for the Pats to run the score up on the Redskins when they were so far ahead in the 4th.

[DancePoet]

Lol, over on ESPN, (http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=easterbrook/071023&sportCat=nfll) they're calling the Colts/Pats game, Good vs Evil...
:lol: That article reminds me of some lyrics about the media in a John Mayer tune called, "Waiting for the World to Change".

Looks like a media person bending the story in an unfortunate manner.

[tj]

:lol: That article reminds me of some lyrics about the media in a John Mayer tune called, "Waiting for the World to Change".

Looks like a media person bending the story in an unfortunate manner.

It's meant to be tongue-in-cheek. :)

[mamboqueen]

:) I was kidding (well, maybe about 85%... ) Mostly cuz I'm jealous that my fav team is decidedly mediocre this year.

Yeah...well, I'm kind of hanging my hat on the Pats because of my dismay over my baseball team's end result...and the nonsense going on in the aftermath (bye bye A-Rod). I just hope the Red Sox decide to have their big party on Wednesday -- my day off from work -- so I don't have to be exposed to the lunacy that will be here. Although I'm guessing they won't pick Halloween to do it. Blehhhhh!

[mamboqueen]

Anyone want to put a friendly wager on this Indy/Pats game??

[tj]

Anyone want to put a friendly wager on this Indy/Pats game??

You gonna give me some points since you said that the Pats are gonna blow out the Colts? :wink:

[mamboqueen]

Sure. 10.

[tj]

Sure. 10.
You have yourself a bet!

(err... what are we wagering? Lol!)

[DancePoet]

Well, not to defend their little "videogate", but (a) I'd bet every team has either done it or something like it and (b) just glad it was nipped in the very first week of the season because then there will be no people whining at the end of the season about how they got there.
Belichick goofed, big time. This is going to follow him and them for a long time. I suspect people are going to whine anyway, no matter what. Very unfortunate that Belichick has tarnished what this team has done, is doing, and can do in the future. :(

Harumph. People are just jealous because we have the far better looking QB. No contest!
Hmmm ... well, if there were some ladies QBing then I'd likely argue this point. ;)

[mamboqueen]

You have yourself a bet!

(err... what are we wagering? Lol!)

Hmm...good question. Let me think on it.

[mamboqueen]

Hmmm ... well, if there were some ladies QBing then I'd likely argue this point. ;)

You have at least a dozen cheerleaders to ogle - give me a break!!

[DancePoet]

Here are the rankings ...

Offense ... Pats ... Colts

Points ... 1st ... 3rd
Yards ... 1st ... 3rd
Pass ... 1st ... 6th
Rush ... 8th ... 5th

Defense ... Pats ... Colts

Points ... 5th ... 2nd
Yards ... 3rd ... 4th
Pass ... 6th ... 2nd
Rush ... 6th ... 14th

Makes for potentially a very good game. :cool:

[DancePoet]

You have at least a dozen cheerleaders to ogle - give me a break!!
My apology. I thought you were comparing quarterbacks. :oops:

Besides, I'll still take you over the cheerleaders any day. ;)

[mamboqueen]

Besides, I'll still take you over the cheerleaders any day. ;)

oh my! Well, if it is worth anything, I was a cheerleader about 30 years ago! Yeeeiii!!

[mamboqueen]

Here are the rankings

Offense ... Pats ... Colts

Points ... 1st ... 3rd
Yards ... 1st ... 3rd
Pass ... 1st ... 6th
Rush ... 8th ... 5th

Defense ... Pats ... Colts

Points ... 5th ... 2nd
Yards ... 3rd ... 4th
Pass ... 6th ... 2nd
Rush ... 6th ... 14th


Makes for potentially a very good game. :cool:

Hmmm...kind of a bummer that the Pat's are low on offensive rush and it's where the Colt's defense seems a bit weak. But, unfortunately, with Brady's excellent arm and the great reception rate, I think they just don't bother with the run.

[DancePoet]

oh my! Well, if it is worth anything, I was a cheerleader about 30 years ago! Yeeeiii!!
I'm not usually a big cheerleader fan, but for you, I would definitely make an exception. :raisebro:

Brains and beauty, a great one-two combo. :cool:

[DancePoet]

Hmmm...kind of a bummer that the Pat's are low on offensive rush and it's where the Colt's defense seems a bit weak. But, unfortunately, with Brady's excellent arm and the great reception rate, I think they just don't bother with the run.
I've got an idea when I call Bill, but don't want to share it here in case the Colts coaching staff has spys here at D-F. ;) :lol:

[Spitfire]

And who says he can't throw the deep pass; I think you know who I mean. :mrgreen:

[tj]

Yeah, that was a beautiful game winning pass. Hit Jennings right in stride! Gotta hand it to him.

Did you catch the player intro? The Packers player introduced Favre as Vinnie Testaverde's dad. :)

[mamboqueen]

*snort* Testaverde is what? 42?

[tj]

*snort* Testaverde is what? 42?
44 - he turns 45 in a couple of weeks. :)

[DancePoet]

*snort* Testaverde is what? 42?
He's throwing like he is 24.

[Pacion]

:lol: Put Testaverde in... how does it go?... black shirt and white pants*... you will see how MQ's opinion changes! :lol: :banana:

*Over in the DWTS Season 6, Week 5 thread (hope I got the title right! ) MQ says she was liking the "white shirt and black pants" look ;)

[mamboqueen]

Hey...I had no problems with Testaverde to begin with (even without black pants and a white shirt!). But, having said that, he's no Tom Brady either... :)

[Spitfire]

Yeah, that was a beautiful game winning pass. Hit Jennings right in stride! Gotta hand it to him.

Did you catch the player intro? The Packers player introduced Favre as Vinnie Testaverde's dad. :)

Yeah, I caught that. But not like a Jennings catch. :mrgreen:

Tied for best record in NFC. Never would have believed that earlier.

[Rugby]

Kitty thinks they should put catnip in the ball and it would give more incentive to get it away from the other player. :kitty:

[tj]

He's throwing like he is 24.

So you got me curious, and thus I looked up his numbers:

1st game: 206 yds, 1 TD
2nd game: 82 yds, 1 INT (got injured)

which are good numbers for a 43 yd old (yes, I screwed up the math for his age, lol), but mediocre for a QB.

Unless by a 24 yr old, you meant Vince Young? ;-) :lol:

[tj]

Yeah, I caught that. But not like a Jennings catch. :mrgreen:

Tied for best record in NFC. Never would have believed that earlier.

Yeah, they're playing great! Definitely the surprise team this year so far!

[DancePoet]

So you got me curious, and thus I looked up his numbers:

1st game: 206 yds, 1 TD
2nd game: 82 yds, 1 INT (got injured)

which are good numbers for a 43 yd old (yes, I screwed up the math for his age, lol), but mediocre for a QB.

Unless by a 24 yr old, you meant Vince Young? ;-) :lol:
Looks like I was off on my math, too. He first came into the league when he was 23, not 24. He had a total of 1081 yds, 5 TDs, and 6 INTs in 6 games during his first year. Not much better than what he is currently on track for at the moment. If he keeps it up, then 6 games might be all he gets this year, too.

[tj]

Looks like I was off on my math, too. He first came into the league when he was 23, not 24. He had a total of 1081 yds, 5 TDs, and 6 INTs in 6 games during his first year. Not much better than what he is currently on track for at the moment. If he keeps it up, then 6 games might be all he gets this year, too.

Well, the only reason he's even on the Panthers is because Delhomme had that elbow injury right? And even then, with his current injury (his ankle?), looks like Carr will probably play instead.

What year did Testaverde start playing in the NFL? And who was it with? (am thinking, the Bucs?)

[Joe]

I believe you are correct.

[Spitfire]

What year did Testaverde start playing in the NFL? And who was it with? (am thinking, the Bucs?)

He began his career in 1987 with the Bucs.

[tj]

A 20 year career in the NFL is nothing to sneeze at! What's the longest a non-kicker has played? I think some offensive linemen have played a long, long time - maybe Jackie Slater?

[Spitfire]

A 20 year career in the NFL is nothing to sneeze at! What's the longest a non-kicker has played? I think some offensive linemen have played a long, long time - maybe Jackie Slater?

George Blanda had the longest career of any player. 26 years or something like that. Jackie Slater played for 20 seasons.

[LucyDiamond]

Oh wow, I remember George Blanda and the Raiders back then. What a team that was.

[tj]

Didn't George Blanda finish his career as a Kicker? Was he only a Kicker his entire career or did he play multiple positions?

[LucyDiamond]

QB/kicker

[LucyDiamond]

From Wikipedia:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Blanda

[Joe]

Vinnie hasn't been in the league continuously the last few years though. He gets the call when someone goes down.

[tj]

That cheater!

[mamboqueen]

Not good news:

http://www6.comcast.net/sports/articles/nfl/2007/11/02/Patriots-Morris.IR/

[Joe]

Eh, I bet that's just more of frickin' Belichik's gamesmanship. :-p

[mamboqueen]

What...just because he's from New Jersey doesn't mean he'll whack his players!

[mamboqueen]

Well, I didn't cover my spread, but with all of those bum calls against the Pats, it's no wonder. All I can say, in my best Austin Powers voice is:

Yeah BABY!

[mamboqueen]

and Tom Brady for President!

[Spitfire]

Pats got a test and passed it.

Packers - first win vs. Kansas City since Super Bowl One forty years ago. :applause:

[mamboqueen]

Did I read a little "yeah baby" in between the lines there?

Sorry...I'm on such a high right now. I could run out in the streets and scream. But since I don't look good in white jackets, I'll just stay in and fetch something to eat.

[tj]

Congrats to the Pats (and their fans)! Looks like they've got a really good chance at home field advantage.

Next question - do they go undefeated for the season?

[tj]

Well, I didn't cover my spread, but with all of those bum calls against the Pats, it's no wonder.

:banana: :banana: :banana:

[mamboqueen]

so, you're also saying:


yeah baby!!!!!!

okay; I have to admit, I was a bit nervous in the beginning of the game...but I started to think that the Colts were peaking a bit fast. I have to give them credit, though, their defense was spot on. I mean, for what, up to the 3rd quarter, the longest Patriot's play was Brady's run!

[SDsalsaguy]

Next question - do they go undefeated for the season?
Possible, but highly unlikely, especially since once home field is locked up (assuming things play out as they seem to be), it'll be much more important to protect key players from injury going into the playoffs then to attempt to remain undefeated during the regular season.

[mamboqueen]

Possible, but highly unlikely, especially since once home field is locked up (assuming things play out as they seem to be), it'll be much more important to protect key players from injury going into the playoffs then to attempt to remain undefeated during the regular season.

absolutely, jonathan. In fact, I just read a report by some former pro footballer who said the same thing. If they clinch early, they may as well just bench all the good guys....

[Joe]

Bum calls?

[mamboqueen]

uhh...pass interference in the end zone?? nyet. the reception that was challenged and reversed...that everyone seemed to see *except* the official standing yards away. There was one more...a missed one against Indy IIRC.

[mamboqueen]

And I'll stop gloating after I post this picture of Randy Moss. All I could think of was the song "Thing of Beauty" when he made this gorgeous reception:

http://www.boston.com/sports/football/patriots/articles/2007/11/05/moss_had_a_big_hand_in_victory/

And the video....

http://youtube.com/watch?v=UXHEOmhJax0

[Spitfire]

Though in defeat kudos should still go to the Colts as well. They kept it close, in fact were ahead for much of the game and keeping that offense of the Pats to under 30 points, the only team to do so thus far.

[mamboqueen]

Absolutely. They made them WORK for that win. And their defense (and offensive line) was stellar until the very end. It definitely could gone either way. But, heh, evil prevailed, I guess ;).

The UPS guy just came by and I asked him if he watched the game. His reply: "yeah, that's why I have no nails left".

[LucyDiamond]

Predictions:
AFC
Wild card teams - Broncos & Bengals
Turn out the lights, the party's over!!! :(

[tj]

The rematch in January up in New England will be lots of fun to watch, I'm sure!

[DancePoet]

Sorry...I'm on such a high right now. I could run out in the streets and scream. But since I don't look good in white jackets, I'll just stay in and fetch something to eat.
I've got two reasons to be happy that the Pat's won ...

1. The SO's son and daughter's bragging about the Colts came to a quick halt. :cool:

2. MQ has a sports team to be hopping happy about. :banana:

Overall, the game was well worth watching. The defenses played their usual very important roll, keeping the score tight and down, making for an interesting game. Couldn't believe how many penalties New England had, and was it me or did the Colt's offensive line seem fatigued on the last series of plays by their offense :?:

[DancePoet]

Congrats to the Pats (and their fans)! Looks like they've got a really good chance at home field advantage.

Next question - do they go undefeated for the season?
Maybe ... after the bye next week they then face the Bills, Eagles, Ravens, and all these are winable. Then they play the Steelers whihc could be tricky. After that they have the Jets and Dolphins, both playing poorly this season, and finish up against the Giants. It could be possible.

[DancePoet]

Possible, but highly unlikely, especially since once home field is locked up (assuming things play out as they seem to be), it'll be much more important to protect key players from injury going into the playoffs then to attempt to remain undefeated during the regular season.A wise viewpoint. And it was good to see the Pat's sitting on the ball until the clock ran out at the end of the game as well yesterday.

[Joe]

What, no running up the score? :P

[DancePoet]

:lol:

At least this won't come back to bite them, will it? ;)

[Spitfire]

Might things be quiet here this week since NE is not playing? ;)

[mamboqueen]

heh...I didn't watch *any* football today. I think you may be right, Spitfire!

[DancePoet]

:lol: Imagine that. ;)

Had the Cowboys vs. Giants today. Not a bad game. :cool:

Got the Colts vs. Chargers game on in the backround, but suspect I'll be turning in for some sleep before the game finishes.

[mamboqueen]

Who's ahead, DP? Geez, sounds like one I probably should tune in to.

[DancePoet]

Only 13 seconds into the 1st quarter, and the Chargers scored on an 89 yard run back on the kickoff play.

[mamboqueen]

Nice! I'll tune it in!

[DancePoet]

The Colts actually used a huddle before making their 2nd offensive play. :shock:

[tj]

Should be a good game. Pretty important for both teams as they have teams right behind them in their division races.

[DancePoet]

I'll be surprised if the Colts loose, but I won't be disappointed if they do. ;)

[DancePoet]

Uh oh ... Manning just through an interception.

[tj]

The Colts have a bunch of injuries, plus I figure the Chargers are probably pretty angry after giving up that record yardage to AD last week.

Manning just threw a pick in the Red Zone.

[Spitfire]

Was pleased I could watch the Packers/Vikings in the living room as it was broadcast locally. When the score was 27-0 it was taken off and switched to Redskins/Eagles, but it was still in the third quarter. Gee, Fox Sports anyway. :mad:

[tj]

We were, of course, stuck with Atlanta/Carolina which I could care less about even thought it's the local team. :) Fell asleep during it.

[tj]

Gee, another pick against Manning!

[DancePoet]

Manning just through his second interception on the evening, 2 on first 6 attempts for the game.

[mamboqueen]

When did the Chargers get blue jerseys? I tuned in and thought I was watching the Oilers. Ugh....too confusing after a couple of glasses of wine!

[DancePoet]

When did the Chargers get blue jerseys? I tuned in and though I was watching the Oilers. Ugh....too confusing after a couple of glasses of wine!
Made my "hopping taragon beef stew" tonight ... "hopping" because I use 6 ounces of beer with it, Beck's Octoberfest. :D

The light blue uniforms are what I recall they wore many years ago.

[mamboqueen]

Sounds yummy, DP. I made a nice chicken ciaccatore. I may as well have a garlic candle lit up.

[Spitfire]

When did the Chargers get blue jerseys? I tuned in and thought I was watching the Oilers. Ugh....too confusing after a couple of glasses of wine!

They've always worn blue. They were wearing dark blue, but decided to go back to the original light blue jersey.

[mamboqueen]

Yeah...I remember the REALLY dark blue, but the light blue must pre-date my football fanatacism.

[Spitfire]

I'll be surprised if the Colts loose, but I won't be disappointed if they do. ;)

Chargers are taking it to them so far. Another TD for SD, 16-0.

[tj]

Whoa, I think Reggie Wayne looked pretty awful on that last pick. Wasn't even trying to try to stop the DB.

[DancePoet]

Sounds yummy, DP. I made a nice chicken ciaccatore. I may as well have a garlic candle lit up.
Very yummy.

And Manning throwing a third interception is very yummy, too. :bouncy:

[tj]

When did the Chargers get blue jerseys? I tuned in and thought I was watching the Oilers. Ugh....too confusing after a couple of glasses of wine!

The term "powder blue" comes to mind?

[tj]

Slight hijack (cacciatore comment made me think of it) - I made some tomato sauce tonight by taking diced tomatoes and putting it thru the blender to make it smoother. Rather strange in that the color isn't as red as what I'm used to, but the flavor is at least, if not more, intense than jarred tomato sauce?

[DancePoet]

Slight hijack (cacciatore comment made me think of it) - I made some tomato sauce tonight by taking diced tomatoes and putting it thru the blender to make it smoother. Rather strange in that the color isn't as red as what I'm used to, but the flavor is at least, if not more, intense than jarred tomato sauce?
Interesting, maybe I'll give that a try some time. Haven't ever used a blender to make tomato sauce. Usually I just chopp up the tomatoes, and cook then in a frying pan with olive oil, onions, and garlic. After a bit I throw in other herbs, too. My homemade stuff usually isn't as deep red as the store bought stuff either.

[DancePoet]

Manning has now thrown 4 interceptions in the first half, while the Chargers are now up 23-0.

[DancePoet]

Colts scored a touchdown with over 2 minutes remaining in the 1st half.

[Joe]

What is this, the Dancing With The Stars thread?

[tj]

I guess we're all vouching for Al Michael's job?

Vinatieri blew it for the Colts last night. SD takes the lead in the AFC West, and the Colts only have a one game lead in the AFC South. Career worst 5 INTs for Manning last night.

[Spitfire]

I guess we're all vouching for Al Michael's job?

Vinatieri blew it for the Colts last night. SD takes the lead in the AFC West, and the Colts only have a one game lead in the AFC South. Career worst 5 INTs for Manning last night.

How unusual for Vinatieri to miss a chip shot like that.

Caught the final minutes of the Browns/Steelers game. Steelers may surprise come playoff time.

[mamboqueen]

Woot!

So, on to this week...who are the Colts playing, and who is New England playing (*lazy*)?

[tj]

NE vs Buffalo and Indy vs KC.

...and a coworker said that Manning had 6 INTs last night. I stand corrected.

[tj]

Re: Steelers

Yeah, they're looking pretty good!

And hey, what a stomping by your team, Spitfire! Shut out the Vikings!