[hobart]

Giants had no shot against the Saints in New Orleans. I'm not sure anyone did.

So many good games on the Giants schedule this year. First place will do that to you.

DJ Ware needs to get a hard look from the Jets, IMO. Although, honestly, every cut player today in the league will get a hard look from the Jets.

Side note: Is there some inside joke as to why the Jets were listed in the NFC East in the OP? Tremendous OP, BTW. Wonderful.

[Draxal]

Giants fans aren't exactly lamenting the loss. I don't think you'll find many who were on the DJ Ware bandwagon. Still, he was a solid if unspectacular backup. He'll definitely find work.

Don't think he will actually, I think that's part of the reason the Giant's cut him. If Bradshaw goes down for the year, he'd be an easy pick up, while somebody like Scott might not be around if cut.

[squicken]

http://www.businessweek.com/articles...fit-network#p2

Throughout the early evening, the producers and anchors seated around the pod monitor a dozen baseball games. They’re on the phone constantly with the highlight department. “A great Little League play in Pennsylvania,” says DeCorte after hanging up the phone. “Maybe a Top Ten play!” At one end of the pod sits Shawn Bradley, a “tease-bump” guy who writes the witty, topical zingers that introduce the show. His script is visible on every monitor. Levy asks about a line of Bradley’s mentioning “the scarlet-letter Saints,” an allusion to the penalties levied by the NFL against the New Orleans Saints for placing bounties on opposing players. “Scarlet-letter?” Levy asks. “Because of the scandal,” Bradley explains. “I’m just not sure our viewers will get a Scarlet Letter reference,” Levy says. A few minutes later, Bradley asks, “Do you like ‘bounty-tainted Saints?’” Levy nods. “I don’t have a problem with it.”

smh

[Bowser]

None of the last 4 Super Bowl participants will be in the Super Bowl this year. Yes, I am aware that includes the Steelers.

You really went on a limb predicting the Cardinals and Colts won't be in this year's Super Bowl :P

[Dragon]

http://www.businessweek.com/articles...fit-network#p2 smh

Don't make fun of Steve Levy. The dude is awesome and brings me back to watching hockey on the Deuce.

[Bowser]

As we get closer and closer to the start of the regular season, the NFL and the NFL Referees Association could be getting closer to closing a fairly close gap. A league source tells PFT that there’s talk of a high-level negotiating session occurring Friday between the league and the locked-out officials. We don’t have names (yet) of the folks participating on behalf of the NFL. We also don’t have confirmation that a session is occurring.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...nfl-officials/

edit: "UPDATE 11:37 a.m. ET: NFL spokesman Greg Aiello has declined to comment on the topic. And all that that implies."

[MechDX]

Damn I took a look at the Ravens' schedule and seems that this is their year. Flacco is elite, and the receivers wont be making the same mistakes as last year. Best case scenario - 15-1 Worst case scenario - 13-3

Nope

[Futurevoid]

Wow. The Giants cut DT Dwayne Hendricks. Coughlin was really high on this kid, too. That's both Hendricks and Thomas released at a position that's a big question mark with Marvin Austin's back issues and Chris Canty starting the season the PUP list.

[Draxal]

Wow. The Giants cut DT Dwayne Hendricks. Coughlin was really high on this kid, too. That's both Hendricks and Thomas released at a position that's a big question mark with Marvin Austin's back issues and Chris Canty starting the season the PUP list.

I think Ojomo can play DT as well. One of these cut guys are going to be picked up on Monday, once they put one of the players on IR (bet you it's going to be Thomas).

[wienke]

Green Bay will go 10-6 or 11-5.

We're a lock for the playoffs so like I care about the record or anything.

[squicken]

Don't make fun of Steve Levy. The dude is awesome and brings me back to watching hockey on the Deuce.

It's just that it's a window into exactly how everyone is made dumber and dumber by big media. Everyone has excuses for why it's done, but it's still a conscious choice that is made.

That's a good article that no one will read. Really don't understand why the sports leagues have let ESPN get so powerful.

[Talon]

It's just that it's a window into exactly how everyone is made dumber and dumber by big media. Everyone has excuses for why it's done, but it's still a conscious choice that is made. That's a good article that no one will read. Really don't understand why the sports leagues have let ESPN get so powerful.

As someone that will accept the stand-in as "the media," we play to the lowest common denominator.

So Clemson fans. They definitely have not read any literature.

[Khold]

Edit: Looks like someone else is doing it. Didn't see a post in here.

[DeaconKnowledge]

You really went on a limb predicting the Cardinals and Colts won't be in this year's Super Bowl :P

Last 4 Super Bowl Participants:

Giants
Patriots
Packers
Steelers

[Fox318]

http://www.businessweek.com/articles...fit-network#p2 smh

Who doesn't love Hawthorne?

I thought that was a requirement to be a NFL fan.

[BaltimoreLarry]

Damn I took a look at the Ravens' schedule and seems that this is their year. Flacco is elite, and the receivers wont be making the same mistakes as last year. Best case scenario - 15-1 Worst case scenario - 13-3

This is a smart man know knows his football. Although, I'm curious who the 1 loss is.

[squicken]

As someone that will accept the stand-in as "the media," we play to the lowest common denominator. So Clemson fans. They definitely have not read any literature.

I seen what there you dun pinko librul media elitist

[jbug617]

Looks like Brian Waters is coming back for the Pats. His Nike equipment just went into his locker. Guess Bill gave him the preseason off.

[Fox318]

2 Words: Elite Quarterback Superbowl Prediction: Eagles vs Ravens Eagles win but Flacco wins MVP

[cajunator]

I miss Mcnabb already.

[Futurevoid]

I think Ojomo can play DT as well.

Well, he'll apparently be playing the position in a Giants uniform for sure.:D

Mike Garafolo @MikeGarafolo Confirmed - DE Adewale Ojomo has made the Giants' final roster. Good for him. Let the quotes flow... #nyg

We have some fun names on our defense. Osi Umenyoira, Pierre-Paul, Prince Amukamara, Adewale Ojomo...

[Bowser]

lol, I made it onto ESPN.com by way of a Panthers message board post:

I know some Carolina fans are thinking the Panthers should go out and get another kicker after Justin Medlock missed two field goal attempts in Pittsburgh on Thursday night. But the folks at Carolina Huddle bring up a good point -- Heinz Field is not an easy place to kick. Medlock’s misses were from 56 and 50 yards. The 50-yarder would have tied the record for longest field goal by an NFL player at that stadium.

http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/pos...-nfc-south-371

I'm famous bros!

[Wes]

AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
Texans 33 - 27 Patriots

NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
Packers 22 - 20 Giants

SUPER BOWL XLVII
Texans 27 - 24 Packers

2012 AWARDS

Most Valuable Player: Aaron Rodgers, QB Packers
Offensive Player of the Year: Tom Brady, QB Patriots
Defensive Player of the Year: Clay Matthews, LB Packers
Coach of the Year: Ron Rivera, HC Panthers
Offensive Rookie of the Year: Andrew Luck, QB Colts
Defensive Rookie of the Year: Luke Kuechly, LB Panthers
Comeback Player of the Year: Peyton Manning, QB Broncos
Executive of the Year: Rick Smith, G.M. Texans

(I have no idea how those awards work)

[Dutch Patriot]

Looks like Brian Waters is coming back for the Pats. His Nike equipment just went into his locker. Guess Bill gave him the preseason off.

That's great news, he didn't need training camp last year, he won't be needing it this year.

[cajunator]

50 yarders are fucking difficult to make.
Not many kickers can consistently hit one of those, let alone two.

[Milchjon]

Looks like Brian Waters is coming back for the Pats. His Nike equipment just went into his locker. Guess Bill gave him the preseason off.

Let's hope missing training camp doesn't affect him too negatively.

[MechDX]

AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Texans 33 - 27 Patriots NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Packers 22 - 20 Giants SUPER BOWL XLVII Texans 27 - 24 Packers 2012 AWARDS Most Valuable Player: Aaron Rodgers, QB Packers Offensive Player of the Year: Tom Brady, QB Patriots Defensive Player of the Year: Clay Matthews, LB Packers Coach of the Year: Ron Rivera, HC Panthers Offensive Rookie of the Year: Andrew Luck, QB Colts Defensive Rookie of the Year: Luke Kuechly, LB Panthers Comeback Player of the Year: Peyton Manning, QB Broncos Executive of the Year: Rick Smith, G.M. Texans (I have no idea how those awards work)

My man!!!

[Bowser]

Last 4 Super Bowl Participants: Giants Patriots Packers Steelers

Oh, I thought you meant the participants from the last four Super Bowls, not the last four participants in the most recent Super Bowls.

[Futurevoid]

Defensive Player of the Year

[Milchjon]

lol, I made it onto ESPN.com by way of a Panthers message board post: http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcsouth/pos...-nfc-south-371 I'm famous bros!

I like the reputation system on that board. So you're "kinda meh"?

[Grover Cleveland]

NEW SEASON! FOOTBALL WOOT!



WTF at that OP. :jnc, great work Bucket.


And now to business:

SEPTEMBER 5
DAL at NYG-Eli and the Giants pound the Cowboys in their gloryhole

SEPTEMBER 9
IND at CHI-Colts will have bad Luck in the rookie's NFL debut.
ATL at KC-Fuck the Falcons...but I trust Cowardly Matt Ryan more than I trust Terrible Matt Cassel.
PHI at CLE-Despite Mike Vick probably breaking his leg on the first play (after someone awkwardly looks in his direction), the Eagles pull it out.
WAS at NO-Something something Taints something something hurricane something.
STL at DET-Instead of breaking laws, the Lions start breaking other teams.
NE at TEN-After an offseason of UGGs and fruity hair, the Dark Lord is rejuvenated and back at full power.
JAC at MIN-One of these teams will be playing in London in two years. The other has VIKEBIKE.
BUF at NYJ-Buffalo's the better team. But fuck it, all HE does is win football games. I don't even care if Tebow's on the bench. His divine presence will compel the Jets to victory.
MIA at HOU-It's a hard knock life for Tannehill. And the Texans are still in the hype phase of their cycle.
SEA at ARI-Seachickens skin Skelton.
SF at GB-DemiGodgers>>>>Smith. Packers shit on Niners.
CAR at TB-No jokes. Just the first game in Cam Newton's MVP, Super Bowl winning second season.
PIT at DEN-When (not if, but when) Peyton gets hurt in this game, the Broncos are screwed.

SEPTEMBER 10
CIN at BAL-Ray Lewis said he would spare my life if I picked the Ravens, sooo...there.
SD at OAK-Da Raaaaaaaaaiiiiiiiddddeeerrs

[Bowser]

I like the reputation system on that board. So you're "kinda meh"?

Ha, it's because I've been posting on that board since 2008 (longer actually, but there was a board transfer similar to the GAF --> NeoGAF transfer) but I don't post too much.

[Wes]

Was a toss up between the two but went with the guy with the shorter name.

[Fox318]

AFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
Broncos 17 - 24 Jets

NFC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
Cowboys 22 - 27 49ers

SUPER BOWL XLVII
Jets 17 - 11 49ers

2012 AWARDS

Most Valuable Player: Mario Williams, DE Bills
Offensive Player of the Year: LeSean McCoy, RB Eagles
Defensive Player of the Year: Revis, CB Jets
Coach of the Year: Pete Carol, HC Seahawks
Offensive Rookie of the Year: RGIII, QB Redskins
Defensive Rookie of the Year: Luke Kuechly, LB Panthers
Comeback Player of the Year: Peyton Manning, QB Broncos
Executive of the Year: Rick Smith, G.M. Texans

[hobart]

Well, he'll apparently be playing the position in a Giants uniform for sure.:D We have some fun names on our defense. Osi Umenyoira, Pierre-Paul, Prince Amukamara, Adewale Ojomo...

There is a small cult following starting to grow around Ojomo. My buddy is already preparing his jersey order...

I'm really high on the Texans and Bears this year. Was high on the Texans last year... raw deal. I don't know if I can be bold enough to take the Bears pick into the Superbowl though......

[squicken]

For every 100k readers of ESPN.com at any given moment, 60K are reading Bill Simmons

[cajunator]

NEW SEASON! FOOTBALL WOOT! ATL at KC-Fuck the Falcons...but I trust Cowardly Matt Ryan more than I trust Terrible Matt Cassel.

At least we can agree on something.

[Alligatorjandro]

Coach of the Year-Bill Belichick

[Futurevoid]

Eagles update:

@caplannfl: Wow, first semi-big surprise for the Eagles: I'm told the #Eagles are expected to release Joselio Hanson.

Giants should pick up Hanson considering the injuries we have at the CB position (we just put Bruce Johnson on IR). Hanson is a solid slot corner.

---------------------------------------------

Redskins update:

@granthpaulsen: According to a source, #Redskins will release RB Tim Hightower today.

[MechDX]

For every 100k readers of ESPN.com at any given moment, 60K are reading Bill Simmons

And the other are Pats fans having a circle jerk

[Kave_Man]

LET'S GO BROWNS! The march to being adequate begins this season!

4 wins is probably what will happen.
5 wins is what I believe we can do.
6 wins and I'll need a new pair of pants.

[hobart]

Here's a better question worth debating--

Will the team that wins the SB this year have a first time SB winning QB?

Some food for thought:

There are currently only 6 active QBs playing that have Superbowl Rings--

Brees, E. Manning, P. Manning, Brady, Rodgers, Big Ben

[Milchjon]

For every 100k readers of ESPN.com at any given moment, 60K are reading Bill Simmons

Is that a real stat?

[AngmarsKing701]

A collection of the funniest shots of Brady.

It's missing that Brady strap-on night pic. Who has that?

[Alligatorjandro]

And the other are Pats fans having a circle jerk

Dont forget our avatar bet later this year

[AngmarsKing701]

LET'S GO BROWNS! The march to being adequate begins this season! 4 wins is probably what will happen. 5 wins is what I believe we can do. 6 wins and I'll need a new pair of pants.

BLarry was banned the last time he posted a pick of the browns.

[MechDX]

Dont forget our avatar bet later this year

I could never forget you snookums.

[The Frankman]

so I got an e-mail from Roger Goddell today:

To NFL Fans: The 2012 NFL regular season is about to begin, and it promises to be another exciting, competitive, and unpredictable year of football which NFL fans have come to expect every season. Part of our responsibility in helping teams and players prepare for each NFL season is to make sure they understand and respect league policies and rules. As always, we hold everyone, including ourselves, strictly accountable for protecting the integrity of the game, starting with the health and safety of our players. This year is no exception - bringing with it a clear, consistent, and renewed emphasis on enforcing our longstanding “bounty” prohibition. Let me be clear: there is no place for bounties in football. No exceptions. No excuses. Bounties are an affront to everything that competitive sports should represent. Everyone in the NFL is responsible for adhering to these rules and we are all accountable for protecting the safety of our players - present and future. The bounty prohibition forbids offering or accepting any reward - cash or otherwise - for on-field misconduct, plays that incentivize or result in injury to opposing players, or for performance against an opposing player, group of players, or team. The bounty prohibition not only preserves the competitive integrity of our game, but also protects player safety by removing incentives that could lead to dangerous play or unnecessary and/or intentional injury. As a league, we will ensure that the prohibition against bounties is clearly understood and consistently enforced. Period. We will aggressively protect the health, safety and long-term livelihood of our players, both on the field and off. We can preserve the fierce competition that makes football great, while simultaneously committing to the relentless pursuit of safer play. Our players do not make excuses on the field; we will not make them off the field. It is our job to protect, preserve, and promote the game of football that we all love. We want an exciting game featuring the world’s most talented football players enjoying long and successful careers. The bounty prohibition plays an instrumental role in achieving that. And we are committed to holding every team, player and owner accountable. We appreciate your interest and hope you enjoy the 2012 NFL season. Roger Goodell

[Brinbe]

Some Yahoo Pick'em Leagues if anyone wants to use them. GAF PICK'EM NO CONFIDENCE GROUP ID# 47093 GAF PICK'EM W/ CONFIDENCE GROUP ID# 47096 Password is NeoGAF for both. I wouldn't mind lurkers participating but maybe there's a consequence I haven't considered.

Awesome, I'm on board.

And Divisional/Playoff predictions that I was too lazy to do earlier.

NFCE
Eagles
Giants-WC
Cowboys
Redskins

NFCN
Packers
Bears-WC
Lions
Vikings

NFCS
Saints
Falcons
Panthers
Buccaneers

NFCW
49ers
Seahawks
Cardinals
Rams

AFCE
Patriots
Bills-WC
Jets
Dolphins

AFCN
Ravens
Steelers-WC
Bengals
Browns

AFCS
Texans
Titans
Jags
Colts

AFCW
Broncos
Chargers
Raiders
Chiefs

NFCCG
Packers-Eagles
AFCCG
Pats-Broncos
SB
Packers-Pats

[Kave_Man]

I got the same one. I don't even remember when or how I signed up for these things.