TexasGers 96 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Yeah I definitely get it now, cheers.Was a little confused by the punts, but worked it out now, its only taken me months. Touchdown Dolphins!It's ok, there are so many stupid little rules and procedural things I still don't know get after watching the NFL for 20+ years Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 It's ok, there are so many stupid little rules and procedural things I still don't know get after watching the NFL for 20+ years So in a practical application.A team is 4th and long, decides to punt it back to the opposition instead of risking a down.Whereas a team thats 4th and 3 decides to go for it, gets 2 and gives the ball to the opposition where their down started? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 So in a practical application.A team is 4rd and long, decides to punt it back to the opposition instead of risking a down.Whereas a team thats 4th and 3 decides to go for it, gets 2 and gives the ball to the opposition where their down started?Yeah that's the whole point of punting, because if you went for it and didn't get the first down, the other team gets really good field position. You'd only really go for it on 4th down if you're behind in the 4th quarter or if it's in the gray area where it's too short to punt and too long to kick a field goal Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Yeah that's the whole point of punting, because if you went for it and didn't get the first down, the other team gets really good field position. You'd only really go for it on 4th down if you're behind in the 4th quarter or if it's in the gray area where it's too short to punt and too long to kick a field goalAh right, so it's interception, fumble, punt and turnover then.Definitely get it.Was always wondering what the hell tehy were on about with like 2nd and 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lando 249 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Ah right, so it's interception, fumble, punt and turnover then.Definitely get it.Was always wondering what the hell tehy were on about with like 2nd and 7 Yeah, lots of strategies involved especially with minor details such as downs like what TexasGers just said, field position is the most important thing. Little things count in making a decision. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lando 249 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 I am not watching the game because I am chatting with a friend and at the same time emailing back and forth with another friend. I am also keeping my eye on RM. Anyway, it's usually fun to watch what Bill Belichick would think and decide. He can be good at many things, but he's just human and can make some silly mistakes. I know TG will still remmy the time that he made a bad decision in the Pats-Indy game last year. He knows what I'm talking about. When I saw what he decided, I knew it wouldn't work, period. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 I am not watching the game because I am chatting with a friend and at the same time emailing back and forth with another friend. I am also keeping my eye on RM. Anyway, it's usually fun to watch what Bill Belichick would think and decide. He can be good at many things, but he's just human and can make some silly mistakes. I know TG will still remmy the time that he made a bad decision in the Pats-Indy game last year. He knows what I'm talking about. When I saw what he decided, I knew it wouldn't work, period.Belichick is the Pats head coach isn't he, reputation for a good defence? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Pats score a field goal, 7-3 Dolphins. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Belichick is the Pats head coach isn't he, reputation for a good defence?Yeah that's been his M.O. is having a dominant defense, not so much this season though Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lando 249 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Belichick is the Pats head coach isn't he, reputation for a good defence?Like what TG just said. Yes, but I am not pleased that they gave up over 80 points in three games so far. I noticed that his defense is quite young, so if they keep giving up a lot of points, I doubt they could go that far this season. Tom Brady can't always be the one to bail out the defense. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Like what TG just said. Yes, but I am not pleased that they gave up over 80 points in three games so far. I noticed that his defense is quite young, so if they keep giving up a lot of points, I doubt they could go that far this season. Tom Brady can't always be the one to bail out the defense.It's always been my policy in every game I watch that a crappy defence can never be compensated by a by a good offence, but then again Anti-Football. Probably why I like the Ravens so much. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Yeah the funny thing is that this is probably the best offense the Ravens have had in years and possibly their weakest defense to Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Yeah the funny thing is that this is probably the best offense the Ravens have had in years and possibly their weakest defense to Heh yeah, our offence has bailed our defence out of two games so far But we will get our act together again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Wow, Dolphins go from what should have been a touchdown if not for a trip, to the Pats taking an interception in the next down. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Randy Moss just fucked up badly, should have been a touchdown.Brilliant throw/play from Brady! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Pats take the field goal for 6-7 as the 1st half closes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lando 249 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 I'm sure cstamomusa is watching the game, but I miss her comments and bantering here. Oh, well. I know she would do like this :cheerleader: Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 As long as Brady and Welker don't go off in the second half, I'll win my fantasy matchup this week Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cappa 24 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Tom Brady. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 As long as Brady and Welker don't go off in the second half, I'll win my fantasy matchup this week I still want the Dolphins to win.First American football team I was ever exposed to thanks to Jim Carey: Pet Detective. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Laces out Dan! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Laces out Dan!At the time I thought Americans played 'Soccer' like everyone else and was wondering who Dan Marino was. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 103 yard pickup and touchdown from the kickoff, well done pats! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasGers 96 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Pats score 20-7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClintonGrey 365 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Dolphins have collapsed, blocked on the 14 yard line then give away another touchdown in less than 2 mins.20-7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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