BaltimoreLarry
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Yeah, they probably totally designed that play with the expectation that Ray Rice could pick up 29 YAC, Cam Cameron must be as much a genius as Flacco is a great road QB.
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Yeah, they probably totally designed that play with the expectation that Ray Rice could pick up 29 YAC, Cam Cameron must be as much a genius as Flacco is a great road QB.
Nice.
Still think it's absolutely hysterical how many people here are arguing that Smith should be the guy to go to for the Niners, after all the shit talked about him for, pretty much forever.
All the talk about the two by these analysts is (surprise surprise) insanely idiotic (especially you Kriegel, the worst thing on NFL.com, which is saying a lot), because they are ignoring the only relevant points in favor of pointless conjecture.
Smith has the experience, Kap has the skill. End of discussion. Which is more important, I have no idea, but I know for a fact, that in the past 2 games, Kap has made about 15 plays that Alex Smith is simply not capable of making.
All the talk about the two by these analysts is (surprise surprise) insanely idiotic (especially you Kriegel, the worst thing on NFL.com, which is saying a lot), because they are ignoring the only relevant points in favor of pointless conjecture.
Smith has the experience, Kap has the skill. End of discussion. Which is more important, I have no idea, but I know for a fact, that in the past 2 games, Kap has made about 15 plays that Alex Smith is simply not capable of making.
Cant argue with that. Kap goes downfield and keeps plays alive. Hes yall best chance.
BaltimoreLarry
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I just think the sample size is so small with Kap, and the stakes are so high, you have to go with Alex. Once you start Kap, you're stuck, you can't bail, and you have to temper your expectations. It's been two games. I think it would be amazing to watch you start Kap, have him have two regression games, and then watch the fans turn on Kap and Harbaugh.
Also, I am fully on the side of the guy who got fucked over, based solely on the fact that he got fucked over. John would never pull some bullshit like that.
I think we're laughing about Smith's predicament more than thinking he should start.
Anyways, saw the Saints - 49ers highlights. Moore talking shit to the 49ers DBs and then getting leveled and fumbling the very next play is hilarious. And what the fuck was Bunkley thinking kicking a player like that? You can say it's not much of a kick, but what the hell are you even thinking?
Anyways, saw the Saints - 49ers highlights. Moore talking shit to the 49ers DBs and then getting leveled and fumbling the very next play is hilarious. And what the fuck was Bunkley thinking kicking a player like that? You can say it's not much of a kick, but what the hell are you even thinking?
I think Smith sucks but making the switch now to a guy with no experience is almost like giving up on the SB. I think Brady was the only guy to do it and he had more time, more luck than anyone else or after and video technology to help him.
Should have made move earlier or not at all.
Ninja Scooter
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I have no sympathy for Alex. He had 6 years to show what he can do. If he had figured it out sooner, maybe they wouldn't have even drafted Kaepernick. I think Harbaugh sees that the NFC is sort of down this year (unless the NYG make another run) and feels confident that his D and run game can beat any of the top tier teams even with a young QB.
I was incredibly impressed with Kap last week, underwhelmed this week. Made some poor reads, made them slowly and was not terribly accurate. That said, he is the better overall quarterback. I don't personally think he is right for that team at this moment because they don't need a guy who can win football games, they need a guy who won't lose them. Smith sucks but he knows it. He won't try to do too much and he has somehow developed Pennington-like accuracy. That's more important to a team with a defense as dominating as the 49ers, in my opinion.
That said, you have to trust Harbaugh.
Spectral Glider
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I think Smith would be great....as a backup to Ben in Pittsburgh.
BaltimoreLarry
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Alex is, at least, as elite as Flacco.
Grover Cleveland
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I just don't like the timing. I think Kap is without a doubt the QB of the future for the Niners, and you need to throw him in there at some point. But I don't think the middle of the season, when you're still competing for playoff seeding is that some point. I would let Alex stick in there at least till the end of the season and then open up the competition (which if Kap is ready to be the guy, he will no doubt win) in training camp.
I love Kap's skill, but he's still basically a rookie, and all rookies will have hiccups at some point in the season. I wouldn't want that hiccup to be in an NFC Championship game.
But Harbs knows his QB's more than any of us. If he says its time to put Kap in, who am I to tell him he's wrong?
Goro Majima
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Green Bay @ Chicago is a 1pm game?
That has to be moved.
That has to be moved.
Suh would kick them and jay would constantly miss the street from 6 feet away.
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yankeehater
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I think the 9ers should have went to Kap at the start of this season but it is better to do it now then let small hands waste another season. The 9ers need someone that can help them get points against a tough defense. They would have blown the Giants out in the NFC championship game last year if they could have moved the ball at all. Their D was so dominating but Alex kept giving the ball right back to the Giants. You need a QB that isnt so afraid of throwing a pick that he wont even try to throw a pass to a WR, and you need a QB that can make a play on 3rd down.
Grover Cleveland
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I'm somewhat optimistic about tonight's game. It's two bad teams, but it's not two completely talentless teams. The game might turn out to be not that bad.
And worst comes to worst, we get blown out and Rivera is unemployed by midnight.
And worst comes to worst, we get blown out and Rivera is unemployed by midnight.
sf2fanatic
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Lol mike and mike trolling Eagles saying the Phillies have won a more recent game than them..lol
No. But Ray Rice with 15+ yards of open space in front of him has a higher chance of him breaking a tackle or two and getting the first down than a throw into double or triple coverage. That was my point.
Starphoenix
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MNF games have been a joke this season. The only good one was the Broncos-Chargers game weeks ago. However, next Monday's game will probably change that since the Redskins are fighting for a playoff spot. Whether it is divisional or wild card, it all starts with beating the Giants, and with the way RGIII has been playing and did play in their first meeting, I think next Monday's game at Washington is going to be big. Hopefully...
yankeehater
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No the Panther need to win tonight. 3-13 might be good enough to get the Eagles the 2nd pick in the draft and hopefully some really good players.
Yes lets move it to pre-season. Worst offense against a team that got lit up 38-10 points. I am already tortured watching lions.
Dont you have a heart, think of the kids.
Starphoenix
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Eww, I just realized the Christmas week night game will be between the Chargers and Jets. Seriously, why did the schedulers place the Jets on every significant prime time game this season?
That's going to get flexed to Giants/Ravens. I hope.
Come on, don't tell me you didn't watch Thursday's game. It's wholesome comedy for the Family!
Brees makes a special appearance every four episodes as their lawyer.
"Where's the evidence, your honor?"
2 points.
TWO.
Starphoenix
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At this point I'd like for Sanchez to be taken out of the game and replaced with Tebow. Might as well at this point, and don't give me the best chance to win excuse, because after last Thursday, that sure as heck isn't true! Battle between two walking disasters is what the Chargers/Jets game will be.
I don't think they flex Holiday games, do they?
Starphoenix
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There is a first time for everything.
It's the 23rd. Not sure if that counts or not.
The real issue could be in the locker. Players didn't express themself yet about who they were supporting, saying that they were supporting both QBs. I think there can be a big mess if the starting spot is not definitely filled, there is clearly some preferences and it could really be a mess if the thing isn't done well. Harbs has a tough decision to make: if he choose Smith and this one fail, lot of people will express their disappointement, and vice versa.
Read a lot of comments about how late it is to change, that kap is still a rookie or that it would be surprising to have a Brady² situation. That's right, but Harbs knows perfectly that and still unclear because he feel that there is something. There is no obvious solution here, should wait and see.
Read a lot of comments about how late it is to change, that kap is still a rookie or that it would be surprising to have a Brady² situation. That's right, but Harbs knows perfectly that and still unclear because he feel that there is something. There is no obvious solution here, should wait and see.
Two religious nuts facing each other at Christmas to battle out who's more beloved by God would definitely give me some festive spirit.
I disagree. Sanchez should stay in. I think he might be able to hit that ass this time and stay upright. We all know that Tebow can do it.
Tonight's game idk. Both coaches are dead men walking. I guess the Panthers haven't had as many just total give up plays like the Eagles have. I think the best thing for both teams is if Philly loses and gets closer to losing Reid and a better pick, and CAR can build momentum with Cam even if Chud and Rivera go
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