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NFL Week #19 THE PLAYOFFS

#162
LAG said:
Man, for umpteen years now when the Pack plays in San Diego or at any west coast NFL venue, the stadium is seen half full of Packer fans. There are zillions of Packer fans all over the known world. The Packers are truly Americas team. Heck, even the Super Bowl trophy is named after a former Green Bay Packer coach.
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You missed the point bro. We're talking about rivalry games, not fan base.

However, on this subject.....the Packers are well represented all over the world. There is a HUGE Packer Backer Club here where I live. They take over one of the local sports bars on game days to the point where you pretty much feel like you're in GB. I like watching football with those guys and gals.

-Mike
 
#163
I will definitely say this: Packer fans tend to be more tolerant of other teams than other places...I've watched games with friends that are Packer fans, Steeler fans, 49ers fans, Chargers, and on and on. Besides cheering when they score and all, there tends to be no taunting, no smack talk, none of the bs...I'd have them over to watch the game on my big screen anyday! Plus, they tend to bring good beer, which will ALWAYS get you invited over on gameday for Wings, Panini, and Pizza...
 
#164
What a stupid lack of focus by the Steelers on that fumble recovery for a TD by the Ravens. Every grade school team learns to cover a loose ball no matter what when there's no whistle. For 11 pro players to forget that is completely inexcusable (much less 21, as 10 of the Ravens players on D did the same thing). If the Steeler closest to the ball had just picked it up or fallen on it, they would have retained possession. I'd hate to see an idiotic mistake like that decide the game. :scowl:
 
#166
When I started watching this game I really didn't care who won. All I wanted was to see a good game. The game has been entertaining, certainly, but "good"?
The more I see of the Steelers defense, the harder it is not to root against them.
They remind me of the 1970's Raiders, and that is not a compliment. Does Taylor think he's the second coming of Jack "they call me assassin" Tatum (the answer to which was "no Jack, they call you 'Cheap Shot'")?
 
#172
Waterpilot said:
Nice catch T.J. Oh wait... Nice drop I meant.
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No kidding Water. I'll have to admit that of all my picks, the PIT vs BALT game was the one that I let my heart intervene.

I dispise Ben Rothlisberger and my heart just couldn't let me lean his way.

What a meltdown by the Ravens. Just like we discussed last week tho'. It's alway a tale of two halves. The team that wins is the team that makes the proper adjustments and the least mistakes in the 2nd half.
 
#175
hbarcat said:
I have never seen a professional football team fall apart so badly as the Ravens just did in the 2nd half of this game. That was painful to watch.
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TJ55 said:
What a meltdown by the Ravens.
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More of the Steeler defense finally making some plays than the Ravens completely falling apart. That first half was a no-show for the Steeler defense and offense.

I'll tell you what though, Flacco took another big step to becoming one of the best QB's in the NFL. I like the way he plays, and this game will go a long way into making him a big time QB. Maybe Baltimore can get rid of those played out WR's they have, and give Flacco some real targets.

-Mike
 
#179
I have to admit, Go Pack! As a loyal Saints fan, I always enjoy a good butt kicking of the Falcons.

Tomorrow, I have to root for NE b/c I get so sick of the mouth running of Ryan, Scott, et al. No real rooting interest in Chicago/Seattle. I'd love to see Seattle host though, plus haven't quite forgiven Chitown for the "welcome" Saints fans got in 2006.

I have to admit, I thought Flacco would be better this year than he was.
 

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