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Grittybeard posted:1. Not definitively I don't think, you can probably figure out when the AFCE gets the NFCN next but it would depend on the previous year's finish. Actually, the Packers do have their own HoF so he could be inducted into it before the general Pro HoF.
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Pig in the City posted:Checking in. I'm Australian and trying to learn the game from a distance. Got myself Madden '12 and am taking the Seahawks to the Superbowl. Just remember its like Aussie rules football only considerably less cryptic.
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Mel Mudkiper posted:Just remember its like Aussie rules football only considerably less cryptic. Just remember the Steelers are basically Collingwood with even more criminal fans and players. The Browns are Melbourne. 
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Aug 28, 2013 17:31
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More criminals than Australia? Let's not be absurd
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Aug 30, 2013 02:12
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What do most of you pay attention to when watching a football game? My process has always been: stare at center until snap -> watch qb shuffle around/rb take the ball -> watch what unfolds. I'm sure there are better things to pay attention to, though. I don't know anything about line play, shifts, where the D stands, what happens in the backfield..basically my entire focus is on the ball when there are 21 other players on the field without possession of the ball that are doing crazy cool stuff that I'm missing out on. A huge increase in my basketball enjoyment was when someone here recommended I pay attention to how the team on D shifted based on ball movement. Is football like this as well? I feel so ashamed, I've loved football for years but I feel like there is so much I'm missing out on.. 
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Aug 30, 2013 04:19
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Pre-snap I prefer to focus on the secondary and the receivers/backs, and try to guess where the play is going to go based on that. I'm right about as often as I'm wrong, but it's fun trying to get into coordinator's heads.
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If I was really trying to scrutinize I'd try and split my attention between the linebackers and the offensive linemen. How the linemen move and how the linebackers react give you clues to both what the play is and how it's probably going to go.
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For televised games I usually end up eyeing the QB or whoever has the ball on every play. It's a hard habit to break. During live games, for some reason I always end up focused on a receiver. Might be because it's easier to parse what's going on when you're not looking at a heap of 10-15 guys, but it's not really a conscious thing so  .
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This is a different kind of question, but how much an official jersey usually sells for in shops? My brother is going to the USA next month and I would like to ask him to bring one for me. It looks like there are elite versions, which are almost the same the players use, and other, cheaper ones?
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Aug 30, 2013 16:11
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What are the differences in skills required to be a good punt returner versus a kick returner?
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Aug 30, 2013 16:28
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What other people said, but next time you see a game live, sit in the end zones for a different perspective. Its much easier to see the run game and the blocking schemes from that view than from the sides or TV.
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Aug 30, 2013 17:34
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OperaMouse posted:What are the differences in skills required to be a good punt returner versus a kick returner? Generally you're looking for a more straight ahead speed with a KR and guy with better moves for the PR. Generally this is the same person, though. Unless the guy also starts on the offense, in which case he'll might only play one to keep him somewhat fresh.
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Aug 30, 2013 17:37
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A good write-up.quote:A punt returner has to create space. He does this by hesitating, changing direction, setting up blocks, and navigating through the coverage before he fully accelerates.
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Aug 30, 2013 17:43
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Punt returner also has to be not a goddamn moron and know when to fair catch, and I'm sure all of us have a shining example of someone from your team who could not achieve this.
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Or know when not to fair catch, a task Stefan Logan miserably failed at when he fair caught at the four-yard line.
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A Violence Gang posted:Punt returner also has to be not a goddamn moron and know when to fair catch, and I'm sure all of us have a shining example of someone from your team who could not achieve this. For every problem, there is a simple solution. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBWYvCo8Rvw
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A Violence Gang posted:Punt returner also has to be not a goddamn moron and know when to fair catch, and I'm sure all of us have a shining example of someone from your team who could not achieve this. KYLE WILLIAMS RUN AWAY FROM THE BALL 
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Aug 31, 2013 18:18
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VisAbsoluta posted:This is a different kind of question, but how much an official jersey usually sells for in shops? My brother is going to the USA next month and I would like to ask him to bring one for me. It looks like there are elite versions, which are almost the same the players use, and other, cheaper ones? The official nike jerseys are like 100 dollars minimum. Buy an old reebok jersey off ebay. They were the official maker for a long time up until last year so theres tons and tons of their old inventory that never sold.
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Aug 31, 2013 19:52
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OperaMouse posted:What are the differences in skills required to be a good punt returner versus a kick returner?  (Seriously though, what everyone else said... plus the punt return is tougher because the fair catch can be a tough decision, you are often in traffic, and any mistake is a likely turnover, so coaches are sometimes more conservative there [slower guy with better head and/or hands])
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I'm thinking of following the NFL this season, I just binged through Friday Night lights so it's got me in the mood for more football (yeah,yeah I know). I'm Australian so never really followed it very closely, any suggestions for an up and coming team that I should follow? If it helps I follow Port Adelaide in the AFL (Australian Football league) for any other aussies out there. I was thinking Buffalo Bills because they have a kick rear end name, not a clue as to their performance or standing though!
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Edit Wrong thread woooops.
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Cloud the Cat posted:I was thinking Buffalo Bills because they have a kick rear end name, not a clue as to their performance or standing though! Both of those are...pretty bad. They've been terrible since the '90s. Having said that: unless you'll give up the game if the team you choose isn't good just go with whoever you want I'd say. There are reasons for every team to hope including the Bills (even if it probably won't work out in the end). e: If you want a good team that you won't be seen as a bandwagoner for following the Bengals should be pretty good, they've been improving for the last few years but aren't really there yet. As a bonus you get an owner who's really worth hating, which is a proud NFL fan tradition. Grittybeard fucked around with this message at 02:09 on Sep 6, 2013 |
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Grittybeard posted:Both of those are...pretty bad. They've been terrible since the '90s. Perfect, Thanks! I'll check out the Bengals.
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Edit not GDT
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Cloud the Cat posted:If it helps I follow Port Adelaide in the AFL (Australian Football league) for any other aussies out there. I was thinking Buffalo Bills because they have a kick rear end name, not a clue as to their performance or standing though! Looooooool at this post. You would be a Bills fan for about three weeks. Bengals are a good choice, as are the Seahawks. They're on the West Coast of NA - what's the time difference like? Do they play games live, or on tape delay?
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If you want a Port Adelaide equivalent in the NFL I would recommend the Jaguars.
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Cloud the Cat posted:I'm thinking of following the NFL this season, I just binged through Friday Night lights so it's got me in the mood for more football (yeah,yeah I know). I'm Australian so never really followed it very closely, any suggestions for an up and coming team that I should follow? I'm an Australian Bills fan (kill me) and a good way to learn the game is through the Madden games. GamePass is also a must. Jags is a pretty apt comparison to the Power but I also think Bengals fit the progress Port showed under Hinkley. Hard Knocks would be a good gateway to knowing a bit more behind the scenes. P.S post more in the AFL thread Cloud, I picked Port to upset the Pies!
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Cloud the Cat posted:Perfect, Thanks! I'll check out the Bengals. Follow anyone except the Pats, Cowboys, or Packers. Follow the Titans, there aren't any Titans fans here so they need some rep. Or you can join the cool kids club and follow the Dolphins.
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swickles posted:Follow anyone except the Pats, Cowboys, or Packers. Follow the Titans, there aren't any Titans fans here so they need some rep. Or you can join the cool kids club and follow the Dolphins. I know you're a steelers fan, but they should be on the "do not follow" list as well. He would just be accused of bandwagoning if he joined the Terible Towel crowd.plus there are too many of you already. Cheer for the Rams, they're decent and fanless.
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No one cares who you root for. I'd suggest just watching a bunch of games and let your allegiance develop organically.
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Start at the ground floor. Be a Raider fan.
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R.D. Mangles posted:No one cares who you root for. I'd suggest just watching a bunch of games and let your allegiance develop organically. This and also TFF is literally the last place you should go for a suggestion cause everyone is incredibly partial.
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Ron Jeremy posted:Start at the ground floor. Be a Raider fan. ground floor isn't a team with multiple superbowl championships hth
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The other obvious solution is to play a bunch of Tecmo Super Bowl and become an LA Rams fan because of Henry Ellard.
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Good Will Hrunting posted:This and also TFF is literally the last place you should go for a suggestion cause everyone is incredibly partial. Following the Dolphins is still an objectively good idea. Enough misery so that you become used to the idea that football is inherently unfair but not so much that it turns you off entirely.
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Declan MacManus posted:Following the Dolphins is still an objectively good idea. Enough misery so that you become used to the idea that football is inherently unfair but not so much that it turns you off entirely. Nope, can't root for them. Their coach's son raped someone a few years ago! I really like Philbin and feel bad that he had to deal with such poo poo. Thinking back to my college days, it can be pretty hard to get into football without a team to root for. My friends who didn't really have teams or any rooting interest had a lot of problems with sitting down and enjoying the sport. Like others have said, pick a team that's decent now and on the upswing. You'll enjoy their success and not look like a front-runner. Good Will Hrunting fucked around with this message at 16:32 on Sep 6, 2013 |
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Just don't root for the Packers. Root for the Lions. They're a very dependable team.
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SteelAngel2000 posted:ground floor isn't a team with multiple superbowl championships hth It's this and the hate fire of charger fans that has kept me warm during the long night that has been this past decade.
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Just watch a ton of football at first. The gameday threads put up the least you need to know about who's playing each game. Eventually, you'll find some player / offensive or defensive style / close exciting win that makes you want to watch their game next week. That's your team.
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Are there any other websites than NFL.com for video highlights of the games? Longer/more than 5 seconds break down of key plays? I'm a UK fan so a lot of the time the games aren’t on at great times for me the watch live and those highlight videos are the only way for me to see them at the moment.
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