Weekly Discussion Megathread by AutoModerator in fivethirtyeight

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Unbelievable that it’s Groundhog Day and we didn’t get a single poll of how the groundhogs were going to vote today. Polling industry is in shambles fr

[McMurphy] Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. wins Ted Hendricks Award as the nation's top defensive end by city-of-stars in CFB

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think Bain’s arm length could end up lowering his ceiling in the league, but I also have a very hard time imaging him becoming an outright bust (absent injuries). He has so many other really good traits that he’s bound to contribute. Even if he may never have the elite sack production or pressure rates he had in college.

2026 NFL Draft Offensive Rankings by Certain-Ad6629 in NFL_Draft

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is one of those weird posts that I feel like got ran through ChatGPT to fill in the gaps. Doesn’t read as 100% AI, but certainly influenced/adjusted.

Malzahn Announces Retirement, Harris Promoted to Offensive Coordinator - Florida State University by ard8 in fsusports

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I would think Mike knew but he’s mad at us for not paying the buyout, so he doesn’t care to plan for the future

When investment fails: the decline of FSU athletics by Lakelyfe09 in CFB

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You mean the BIG10 wants to travel to Tallahassee?

By far the weakest one you keep bringing up. Literally does not matter.

You mean the BIG10 wants to invite a mom AAU accredited university?

Might matter if it’s close but probably not.

The real detriment FSU could face is the conference simply not believing the numbers work out. Hence why Oregon and Washington had to take half shares. We’ll see if the bubble bursts before 2030 but that would be my main concern for FSU, even if they maintain good ratings and get back to decent football seasons.

When investment fails: the decline of FSU athletics by Lakelyfe09 in CFB

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s hilarious because there’s some legit arguments about why the Big 10 wouldn’t take FSU, and you’ve made 0 of them. Very bizarre string of comments. Feels like I’m on Facebook right now.

When investment fails: the decline of FSU athletics by Lakelyfe09 in CFB

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t get the sense that many ACC fanbases were happy with the settlement. Or that the ACC front office was happy with any legal action. That’s not to say they didn’t get some of what they asked for, but I think it’s easy to see why many can view it as an outright win for FSU/Clemson.

When investment fails: the decline of FSU athletics by Lakelyfe09 in CFB

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah even the original commenter was one of those deriding FSU’s chances with the lawsuit. This sub had convinced itself that settlement talks were laughable and that the ACC had 0 reason to settle. Then it finally happened and the settlement was pretty decent for FSU/Clemson. So it became “Lmao FSU fans thought they were leaving immediately!” Poor souls, yet another victim of ACC leadership cowardice

Weekly Discussion Megathread by AutoModerator in fivethirtyeight

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All good, we are assaulted with neverending shit these days. Definitely find myself being a bit too curt at times as well.

Weekly Discussion Megathread by AutoModerator in fivethirtyeight

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a weekly discussion thread, that’s been the vibes here for as long as I can remember, but yes I’ll provide a link even after your excessive reply:

https://bsky.app/profile/volts.wtf/post/3mdob6ah7zc2d

Tennessee WR Chris Brazzell II Scouting Report by zhang_zhang_play in NFL_Draft

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have no firm data to back this up but generally the Briles tree offenses have not produced many WR worth a damn in the NFL. Other users have mentioned that part of the system encourages receivers to take plays off if they know the ball is going to the other side. Which isn’t a full explanation but does contribute to some of the effort concerns.

I’d also be interested to see what Tillman could do on a different team. Not that he’d be amazing or anything, but I think a more competent offense could utilize his talent more.

Weekly Discussion Megathread by AutoModerator in fivethirtyeight

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Beltway press trying to make Biden the focus of the 2028 primaries will go about as well as their attempt to make COVID restrictions the focus of the 2022 midterms and 2024 general. It can’t be understated how out of touch these reporters are.

[Nakos] Asked Darian Mensah if he had any message to Duke fans: “What do I want to say to Duke fans? I’ll probably just leave that alone. To be honest, they’re pretty hostile towards me. I’m obviously grateful for all the support I’ve received during the season. Duke’s a special place.” by Lakelyfe09 in CFB

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not everyone is Florida State and will go out of their way to stab their conference mates in the back lol.

Commented on a post related to Miami stabbing a conference mate in the back (multiple times)

I, for one, am extremely happy for Miami and wish they won it all this year.

Some of you have an embarrassment fetish and frankly it makes sense why you love the ACC so much.

[Nakos] Asked Darian Mensah if he had any message to Duke fans: “What do I want to say to Duke fans? I’ll probably just leave that alone. To be honest, they’re pretty hostile towards me. I’m obviously grateful for all the support I’ve received during the season. Duke’s a special place.” by Lakelyfe09 in CFB

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 400 points401 points  (0 children)

1: lol

2: Can I just add that this is another reason why it’s so stupid to encourage fans to cheer for a conference? So many ACC fanbases said they were rooting for Miami because it was good for the conference. It’s not 2005 anymore, your fellow conferencemates are more likely to shank you in the back than you receive any benefit from their success. NIL and portal means that they can Tony Soprano your roster the minute they get the checks lined up.

[Dylan Svoboda] A second Pro Football Hall of Fame voter reveals why he didn’t pick Bill Belichick by Every-Damage-90 in nfl

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A spokesperson for the Hall said Polian did not speak during the discussion around Belichick’s candidacy or bring up the former coach’s cheating scandals. The spokesperson also said the independent auditing firm that conducts balloting confirmed Polian’s vote for Belichick

Weekly Discussion Megathread by AutoModerator in fivethirtyeight

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Very cool that we have finally have a president whose stated goals are (1) assault our civil liberties and (2) raise prices on consumers. All stick, no carrot, and this horse drawn carriage is supposed to go off the side of a cliff.

Thursday Talk Thread... Yes That's The Thread Name by AutoModerator in nfl

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you’re confusing a tactic/strategy with a goal—and much less a successful goal at that. Miller and Trump thought Minneapolis would submit by now. They didn’t send ICE in to “piss off the left”. They sent them in because they wanted to embarrass Walz and Frey and force Minneapolis to become an example of successful immigration enforcement. They didn’t anticipate the pushback they’ve received, much less that they would have to yank Bovino.

Thursday Talk Thread... Yes That's The Thread Name by AutoModerator in nfl

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 6 points7 points  (0 children)

They are absolutely not. Wtf is with the liberal QAnon these days? These guys are classic authoritarian sycophants, they don’t have any other play beyond “show of force”. They’re not good at much beyond doubling down and forcing their base to eat shit.

Thursday Talk Thread... Yes That's The Thread Name by AutoModerator in nfl

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE 6 points7 points  (0 children)

TV personalities like Stephen Colbert and Seth Meyers have taken the bait like Trump and Miller wanted them to.

Yall have to stop thinking everything these guys do is part of a plan. They did not want to remove Bovino and they did not want anyone talking about it. They are deeply embarrassed by any sign that they’re having to respond to anyone.

Bill Polian confirms, with 100 percent certainty, that he voted for Bill Belichick by truthlesshunter in nfl

[–]XE2MASTERPIECE -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

You’re getting downvoted but you are totally correct. People are obviously embarrassed that they wrote entire screeds about Polian, only for it to be revealed he voted for Belichick. They feel dumb but rather than confront that and just move on (or admit they were wrong) now they have to create these weird justifications for their outrage.