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#1
Quote from: MightyGiants on Today at 09:28:31 AMMatt,

I specifically watched Barkley's speed (which is independent of the O-line).  His speed (which made him a special RB) simply wasn't there last season.  He was getting caught from behind when he did have breakout runs or large holes to run through.   

As for his receiving, even Barkley knows he has issues.  He was constantly doing drills to work on his hand-eye coordination in the last two training camps I was at.

As for Howie Roseman, I don't believe he is the super genius some believe him to be.  Yes, he has made some excellent trades, and unlike the Giants, he is willing to tank to help his team gain valuable draft capital, but beyond that, Howie has drafted and signed players who have failed as well as the hits that people like to focus on.

I saw his speed decreased somewhat as well.  We will see if he is rejuvenated with some time off and not having to carry the load of an entire offense. 

Maybe this is one of Roseman's few mistakes, I sure hope so, but his record is pretty strong and its a player his team knows well.  Hard for me to imagine they do not know what they are getting.  Yes they have made mistakes, but they have obviously made more good decisions than the Giants over the last decade. 
#2
That quote makes me think Mara is still way too involved. Sounds like the subject was discussed and someone said don't trade him.  Could be the coaches given the offensive looking offense they were putting on the field, but I have to wonder.

Quote from: Ed Vette on March 27, 2024, 09:26:44 PMIf I can touch on this... remember that the RB market was depressed last season and there was a reasonable expectation that they might be able to reach a mutual agreement which from the perspective of Management and Ownership was in their favor. The shallow RB class changed that market along with teams that needed a two way back. Other teams see the Giants situation differently than some of us do. Some of us see Saquon as a rapidly aging RB who is in his decline do to injuries and who struggles in the passing game and in Pass Protection. The Eagles saw a poor Offensive Line and a Shell Shocked QB who had an adverse effect on the performance of SB.

So the situation was viewed differently last season to this season and from the perspective of a team looking to round out their Roster to remain relevant and get back to becoming a Playoff contender.

Just my two cents.
The Eagles who have played against Barkley  2X per year (minus injuries) for 5 years and have made a lot more good moves than bad, thought he was worth signing.

One question, didnt Barkley grade out as one of the top blockers at his position the last couple of years?

As for the passing game, I disagree with peoples assessment  and am guessing Roseman does too.  This this the guy that lined up as a WR and beat Marshon Lattimore for a long TD.  RBs that can line up as WRs are definitely a commodity today. 
#3
Big Blue Huddle / Re: Great foot race if
Today at 09:00:06 AM
How about Slayton in that race?  4.39/40
#4
I am with the group that is excited to see how this turns out.  Last year there was 4 kickoff returns for TDs for the entire year.  I think it's likely we will at least double that this year.  With all the kicking team players except the kicker all the way  up field, one missed tackle could easily be a TD.  Plus, with a new format there will be new strategies that the receiving teams will use that the kicking team will not be prepared to counter because they have never seen it.
#5
Jeff,

How would you feel about this scenario:

Giants are one of the teams.  They are actually playing meaningful games in December (I know now this hypothetical is more like fantasy).  They host Philly Saturday night and have to travel to Dallas and play on Wednesday.
#6
Big Blue Huddle / Re: J.K. Dobbins
March 27, 2024, 02:37:47 PM
The guy has played 9 games since 2020 with two big injuries, no thanks.  Further, when you look at his stats keep in mind 1) he has played in a gimmicky offense that helps RBs 2) has played behind one of the top 10 (probably better for run blocking ) OLs in the NFL. 

The combination of less around him and playing 9 games in 3 years has me feeling like the team should pass. 
#7
Ed,

Great post.  My problem with drafting an OT that early (  I don't think its a bad idea) is that if they can get adequate OL play from the current group, then adding a true #1 WR gives a better bang for the buck IMO. 

The problem is we really cannot say that they will get adequate play.  Having outstanding bookend tackles is definitely a positive and would improve the team.  Just think having adequate line play with the benefit of a star WR today gives the team the bigger boost. 

One of my issues with my line of thinking is that I feel there are some WRs that will be around on day 2 that could turn into a true #1.  And WRs these days tend to be easier to find than OTs.  At the same time it's a really deep OT class.   :hmm:
#8
I understand why you feel that way.  There has been so many attempts at fixing the OL over the last decade that its hard for me to think it will really get better until I actually see it.

I will say the two 1st day signings both had good grades for their pass blocking.  I think that there is even a theme of what they are targeting is a plus.  Further, both have successful starting experience.

Then there is the coaching change.  Hopefully the new coaches are the right guys for the role as well. 

 
#9
Quote from: kingm56 on March 27, 2024, 10:14:50 AMFantastic points; however, I have to disagree.  Your notion is only true for those fortunate enough to live within the market.  For those of us outside the market, paying for YouTube, Prime and Peacock represents half the price of a DirectTV subscriptions.  Even if you're in the market, I also believe paying for all the streaming services is still cheaper than paying for cable, which currently has an average cost of $149.99/mo (with ESPN).

I use Superbox; so, my cost is null....



I think you are correct that if you go all streaming its cheaper, but it is a little complicated.  For example, I get Disney and ESPN+ at half price because I have a phone with TMobil.

I bought a year of peacock for some kids shows when it was on a promotion for $20 for the year.  I don't consider my Amazon account to be a tv expense (yet, because I am sure it will become a premium service soon enough) because I had it originally to buy things.  There is definitely cheap streaming packages for local channels. 

I think its a case of "who moved my cheese" because its a change from how many of us have taken in tv for our entire lives.  Bottom line for is that we pay around 80-100 less/month for tv depending on if we add a service here and there because we want to binge a season of a show.
#10
So this will be the first season in recent memory that the Super Bowl champs are not playing the 1st game.
#11
I am jewish, so I dont care about Christmas.   I even welcome having something on TV worth watching (that burning log gets boring after a while).

It doesn't bother me religiously, it bothers me as a football fan.  I think playing on a Wednesday is really rough on the players.  3 games in 11 days late in the season when guys are banged up. Not to mention being out of routine. 

To your point, the NBA has been playing on Christmas for years,  so I don't think people watching at home is a real issue.   May be for the season ticket holder who lives 3 hours from the stadium.   But they have his money already regardless.   That guy won't affect TV ratings.
#12
Accuracy for the kickers will be very important.   
#13
Christmas day games was one thing.  Going out of their way to put them on a Wednesday is completely different.
#14
Quote from: files58 on March 26, 2024, 11:04:56 AMMy brain hurt when I read the new rule with all it's nuances. The folks who thought of this must have been on shrooms when doing so.

This one was created by Special teams coaches in the NFL.

The one thing that has me sort of curious about how it will turn out is the accuracy needed for the kickers.  I guess if they can get between the uprights from 50 yards they should be able to hit the landing zone off the tee.  But what about on a windy day in December?  How many kickoffs will be short? or long?
#15
Bob Papa said on the radio this regime is as tight lipped about the draft as any he remembers. 

No reason for them to ever share any draft intentions, whether it's relevant or not.  Good for them.