Aaron Rodgers Open Thread vs Baltimore
by TwistNHook on Dec 7, 2009 4:30 PM PST
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Cal Goldenboy and facial hair enthusiast Aaron Rodgers is oonce again back in the national spotlight. On Monday Night Football on ESPN at 8:30 PM EST/5:30 PM PST, he takes on the vaunted Baltimore Ravens defense.
Acme Packing Company breaks it down.
QB Aaron Rodgers vs. the Ravens pass D. Based on the yardage rankings, this looks like a matchup that would favor Rodgers. But the Ravens have held opposing QBs to a rating of 79.0, with 12 TDs (12th fewest) and 12 INTs (7th most). Their pass defense is currently ranked No. 5 overall by Football Outsiders, which would be the best pass defense he's faced so far this season. Though they have lost both starting CB Fabian Washington (torn ACL) and star pass rusher LB Terrell Suggs (torn MCL) in recent weeks. Those injuries are similar to what the Packers have gone through, except LB Aaron Kampman is gone for the season and Suggs should return later this month. In their 2 games without Suggs, who has 3.5 of their 21 sacks on the season, the Ravens were without a sack against the Colts or Steelers, which should help the struggling o-line avoid any disaster. This is a tough matchup for Rodgers, but he's been good to outstanding in every game this season and I wouldn't bet against him.
Use this thread to discuss the game and Aaron Rodger's maturation as a quality NFL quarterback. Make us proud, Aaron! Make us proud! GO BEARS!
PS The contents of this thread should, in no way, reflect any interest in my part on a Green Bay victory. I fully retain my hatred from the 1990s, but have made an exception for Aaron Rodgers. Go Rodgers and Go Ravens!
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Did you give Avi the day off or something?
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 4:52 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Didnt he write the entire morning post?
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by TwistNHook on Dec 7, 2009 4:56 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
He could’ve written it last night
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 4:58 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
You’ll never know. MYSTERY!
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by TwistNHook on Dec 7, 2009 5:13 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Actually I just reread this post and I noticed that Avi took out the quote I had from Yahoo! Sports and added a quote from Acme Packing. So, he did a lot of work here.
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by TwistNHook on Dec 7, 2009 7:08 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
vomit
Jim Harbaugh was just interviewed on Monday Night Countdown
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 5:01 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Interviewed with how much enthusiasm?
by LeonPowe on Dec 7, 2009 5:22 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
It was definitely known to mankind.
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by TwistNHook on Dec 7, 2009 5:25 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Hi
I am watching the Warriors game.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Dec 7, 2009 5:35 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Be prepared
You will feel disappointment at some point.
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 5:37 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Disappointment
“I just want to be friends.”
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by Rated-R Superstar on Dec 7, 2009 5:39 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Ouch.
Cal Football: I loved them once and they broke my heart. Let that be a lesson to you. Never love anything.
by CalBandGreat on Dec 7, 2009 5:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Whatever
I regret nothing.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Dec 7, 2009 5:50 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Solid opening drive for the Pack
Nothing spectacular (though that third and long conversion was pretty impressive), but it’s time off the clock and points on the board. Go A-Rod!
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 5:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
So many flags. So many turnovers.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 6:19 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Doesn't look like a game for the ages
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 6:25 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
So many tackles for loss…
NFL FOOTBALL!
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 6:25 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
You’d think it was the Sun Bowl all over again!
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 6:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Fuck a dude from USC, but Clay Matthews is playing beastly out there.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 6:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
They really couldn’t get Florida to play USC last year?! Really? We had to suffer through Chokelahoma again?!?!
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 6:49 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
My favorite part was when he was keeping pace with Woodson chasing a Ravens player to the sidelines, and the commentary crew were talking about what a speedy veteran Woodson was… and the replay team was showing Matthews as if to prompt said commentary crew.
by DC Trojan on Dec 8, 2009 5:12 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
There we go Aaron. Nice and easy.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 6:52 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
JerAERose
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 6:54 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Beautiful drive
Really like the Packers offense now that their starting O-linemen are back
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 6:56 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Most definitely… And the D has finally come together with the scheme. Looking at their team before the season, I thought they had the perfect space-eaters for that DL. You think we could buy away Dom Capers?
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 6:58 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Buy away?
Do you see how much our assistants make?
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 6:59 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i was kidding, avi. you been getting enough sleep lately?
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:03 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Man no NFL coaches plz.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 7:00 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
But yeah I’m pleased with the RARGH SMASH mentality of the defense tonight as opposed to the defense against Minnesota where they couldn’t get pressure on ol’ Brittfar to save their lives.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 7:02 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
As Coordinators, I’d like it. I mean, most guys start at teh college level anyway.
Coach Michalczik is now considered an NFL coach
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:07 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Coach M has spent the vast majority of his career at the college level, Dom Capers hasn’t coached a college team since the 80s. (Ironically, he coached DBs at Cal in the late 70s.)
College and pro are two different games. I’d just as soon not have a coach who has to take a half a season to even figure out an effective approach, much less begin to institute it.
There are exceptions like Pete Carroll and Monte Kiffin, but I think you’re more likely to end up with an Al Groh, Charlie Weis, or Mike Sherman.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 7:13 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
So you’re saying you wouldn’t want to try an Al Groh as our DC if Gregory doesn’t turn it around? =P I mean, for recruiting alone, I’d be for it.
Yes, they are two completely different games. You can’t get away with anything unsound with college athletes, for sure. But I don’t think you could ever get to that level without knowing the fundamental differences of the two games. Like Coach M, Marshall spent most of his career in college, and well, it hasn’t been magical. I’m not going to say he was handed the best collection of returners (I think he’s making a point by recruiting BIG dudes). I really think it’s just all about the coach’s fit in the situation, not the leagues on the resume.
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:22 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, and Charlie Weis…I don’t really think he’s cut out to be a head coach at any major level. That’s the one coaching position you need a genuine leadership.. And, not hating on the guy, he just doesn’t have that.
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:24 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe I’m being over critical. I mean, some guys who’ve played under him have praised him. I just think the most successful HCs don’t have his personality, pretty much plain and simple.
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:27 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
What bugged me about Weis this year is that he wasn’t even that good at his specialty, offense. He was working with fantastic talent and calling the plays himself, but the results in terms of scoring were distinctly mediocre.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 7:35 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Don’t be so quick to judge – look at the roaring success USC had with Bates this year.
[grinds teeth]
by DC Trojan on Dec 8, 2009 5:13 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I wonder if this game could set some kind of record for pass interference flags.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 7:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Even the announcers admitted it was a terrible game.
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by TwistNHook on Dec 7, 2009 7:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
I don’t like “A-Rodge”… Based on his talents, his nickname should be “Scooter”
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:04 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Dang, some Pro Bowl throws tonight. You can’t stop the WC offense with this talent at WR, accuracy, and escape valve
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:05 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I like this game now.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 7:06 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Donald Driver is like a rare fine wine.
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 7:08 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
More points for the Cheeseheads!
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 7:13 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Holy crap this defense is good.
I thought the pre game hype was just… hype. I had no idea.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 7:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
seriously Green Bay is getting jobbed by bad luck.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:02 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
missed it. what happened?
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 8:05 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Rodgers threw the ball at Driver as he was sliding. Somehow, the ball bounced off of Driver’s leg as he was falling on the ground and a Ravens player picked it up.
by Mister Pie on Dec 7, 2009 8:07 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
did it take a bounce like Foles’ pass versus Washington?
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by Thoroughbred on Dec 7, 2009 8:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Not sure… didn’t see Foles’ pass vs Washington.
by Mister Pie on Dec 7, 2009 8:12 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Basically.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:13 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
And the string of pass interference calls continue
by Mister Pie on Dec 7, 2009 8:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Note to Green Bay receivers:
CATCH THE FUCKING BALL.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:09 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Every fucking thing.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:17 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
THERE WE GO.
About time the Packers started to put this one away.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:28 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
And there they come back
ALAMAAAARRRR!!!!
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 8:31 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Turnovers, special teams breakdowns, penalties… a clinic on how to lose a game you should win.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
ENOUGH OF THIS SHIT, plz.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:33 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
On the other hand holy shit what a tackle for loss.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:34 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
These Packers are flabbergasting
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 8:35 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
I guess the upshot of this game is if they can win this dirty, they’ll be great when they start playing clean.
"Let me tell you a story. I was a political prisoner for two years. The instant I was released I ran to McDonald's. I had a Big Mac and a Coke.
It was fantastic."
-Toyama Koichi, US Presidential candidate from Japan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGZqOkeYbB0
by AERose on Dec 7, 2009 8:51 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Baltimore if you’re gonna score at least pass it to Derrick Mason, who’s on my fantasy team.
by Mister Pie on Dec 7, 2009 8:35 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
That was worse than the Riley pick to Mays.
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 8:39 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
That was really bad.
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 8:46 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Hahahaha, Jim Harbaugh on the sidelines!!!
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by Avinash on Dec 7, 2009 8:52 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Aaron has just GOT to find Jimmy Harbaugh after the game and remind him who has the Axe!
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by CalBear81 on Dec 7, 2009 8:53 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Heard that Michelle Tafoya interviewed Jim Harbaugh on the field
I didn’t see it live, but heard it afterward. Harby denied the rumor that he would be meeting with Notre Dame officials. Tafoya asked him point blank if he would be “coaching the Cardinal next season.” Harby responded, “God willing.”
Unfortunately, Tafoya didn’t ask the question I hoped she would ask:
“So one last question. You couldn’t beat Cal even though you guys had Toby Gerhart and Cal didn’t have Jahvid Best. Should Cal be feeling hubris about having The Axe again?”
Praise be to Tedford!
by Ohio Bear on Dec 8, 2009 7:38 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I only wanted to hear one question
WHAT’S YOUR DEAL!??!?!
The Lack of Mack's Imposition Attacks My Disposition.
by Spazzy Mcgee on Dec 8, 2009 11:17 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Why the fuck was Jim Harbaugh coming onto the field to bark at the refs? Hes not the coach. Hes not on the team. I dont see Joe Flacco’s brother coming onto the field to bark at the refs! I dont go to my brothers work to scream at people there, do I? Well, I do, but ok, bad example.
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by TwistNHook on Dec 7, 2009 9:24 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
I believe he is what is known in the law as “an officious intermeddler” — one of my all-time favorite legal terms.
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by CalBear81 on Dec 7, 2009 9:32 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I plan to start using this term immediately, early, and often.
by DC Trojan on Dec 8, 2009 5:15 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
fter the Oregon game, Doc Sat called me officious. I dont even know what that means!
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by TwistNHook on Dec 8, 2009 7:56 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I think perhaps he didn’t understand your particular approach to bringing the funny.
by DC Trojan on Dec 8, 2009 9:15 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I was merely offering hugs!
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by TwistNHook on Dec 8, 2009 6:36 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
It’s only awkward if we let it be awkward, Alex.
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