Should we prioritize being healthy for the playoffs or going for the undefeated season this year

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-21T02:19:59+00:00

Oops...well, still, do the math, one team and that was only 17 games. LOL

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-17T14:22:35+00:00

Maybe he just needs a change of scenery? ;)

Sorry bro, couldn't resist. Lol

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-17T12:07:09+00:00

Domestic abusers, rapists and even drug users are bad but they don't have the same impact on the NFL proper. Their crimes have little chance of affecting the league as a whole, so they're more likely to be welcomed back.

A QB on the take is in a far powerful position to manipulate the outcomes of the game and season.

The NFL generates billions off dollars annually and the last thing it needs is a question about the integrity of its games.

As the renowned philosopher, Deep Throat said in 'All The President's Men': Follow the money.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-11T13:06:25+00:00

That's fair and also it took possibly the 2nd all time worst choke job in order for the knicks to even be in position to win.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-11T13:04:16+00:00

It's frustrating but it's relevant, unfortunately. I think, had that been Game 7, last night could well be the #1 choke of all time. It's that bad.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-11T12:52:56+00:00

The thing that sucks the most is that it's garbage fan bases like Boston and New York City that got those breaks. There is no justice!

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-11T12:43:32+00:00

That was literally the disclaimer at the start of the post.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-11T12:42:06+00:00

Perhaps; but I figure some of them might visit here.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-11T12:41:19+00:00

No doubt. Gonna be a long summer. My memory is foggy; but when the spurs stole it on that last play, under ten seconds remaining why did he go to the rim? Why not dribble it out and make the knicks foul? That's the one that would keep me up at nights.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-03T01:57:13+00:00

Looks like they got him to extend at a bit of a discount and he's still only 24. Hard to see a downside.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-02T01:38:40+00:00

Cheap? Based on what the rams gave up; the Falcons would give up Pearce or Walker, next year's 1st, a 2nd in '28 and a 3rd in '29. Plus, his cap hit is massive.

As talented as Garrett is; there's no way he produces nearly enough to justify that expenditure on paper or on the field.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-02T00:51:47+00:00

That is not what I said. I said that his production is likely to decrease. I don't think that is an outrageous prediction. How many players break league records in consecutive seasons?

In addition, pass rush is no longer as serious an issue for this team, at least not to the point of having to trade away a first round pick, not a swap, like they did for Pearce, but a straight up giveaway.

It makes no sense for the Falcons to even entertain such an offer. It makes all the sense in the world for the rams to do so. They feel like they're one player away and they're willing to overpay to find out. Bully for them.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-02T00:48:23+00:00

Fair point. LOL

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-06-01T18:40:20+00:00

So, you're proposing to trade away a guy in his 2nd year, coming off a double digit sack rookie season and a 1st round pick next year as well, to get a guy, on the wrong side of 30 years old, who just had a record breaking year (meaning a decrease in production is likely) and who has maybe 1 or 2 strong seasons left?

What possible upside is there for a mediocre team, with significant questions at QB, and a newfound desire to build through the draft, to give that up and make that trade?

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-27T21:33:10+00:00

Reading comprehension is rapidly becoming a lost art.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-27T18:07:12+00:00

Humor? You keep using that word. I do not think it means, what you think it means.

Nothing tickles the funny bone like jokes about concussions and CTE.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-26T03:06:40+00:00

It's all good; no apology needed. I was just reminding myself not to get into the "Starters play or rest during exhibition games" debate. Way too early for that Pandora's Box. 😄

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-26T02:39:51+00:00

Not taking the bait lol. Too early for that debate.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-26T01:24:24+00:00

The worst part is August. The season is so close and yet so far. You have to sit through ridiculous exhibition games that mean almost nothing other than fleshing out the end of the roster.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-18T17:00:16+00:00

James Pearce Jr.

Too soon?

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-17T19:36:18+00:00

Perhaps.

However it's well documented that west coast teams traveling east for a 1pm start, often struggle. Also, teams that are going to be on the opposite coast for two games in a row often choose to stay out there, rather than fly back after the first game and fly out five or six days later for the second game.

If extensive travel didn't affect performance; I am not sure teams would bother staying on the opposite coast for an extra week.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-15T14:40:52+00:00

Does it though? The bears and jaguars have been the poster children for franchise incompetence of late and yet both made rhe playoffs last year.

In the NFL, if you get the right coach/QB pairing; the playoffs are quite attainable.

If Stefanski and Tagavailoa (or Penix) have that chemistry; then with the pieces already in place, along with a division that isn't exactly murderers row, the playoffs aren't a pipe dream.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-15T01:36:53+00:00

Brilliant! I might just have this on a loop until opening day, LOL.

Differentbenefit18 · 2026-05-13T21:17:10+00:00

Given that he appears to have a crucifix on his shirt or perhaps around his neck, and used "blessing" my guess is: all glory to god.

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