NFL Conference Championship Games Discussion - Page 5

Danny · 01-18-2009, 04:50 PM

I don't see them overturning that kickoff play either. It was not conclusive that the ball didn't touch the player while he was out of bounds. I think whatever called was made on the field does not get overturned in that case.

That said, can we let it go and focus on whats happening now?

Eaglesfan27 · 01-18-2009, 04:51 PM

I'm so glad we have Jim Johnson. The adjustments him and his staff have made in the 2nd half have been amazing.

If this is short, I wonder if the Cardinal punt?

Pumpy Tudors · 01-18-2009, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by RendeR

From the above/midfield camera angle you can see space all around the ball after it passes his hand and bounces back up, no contact there, at that point the player is off the field and the ball is on it, how can he be touching it?

I don't know, but the ball's trajectory appeared to change as it passed his hip. The only thing that could cause that to happen is contact.

BrianD · 01-18-2009, 04:53 PM

If the Eagles manage to win this game, I'm going to love seeing the explanation in the Divisional Championship in Pictures.

mauchow · 01-18-2009, 04:53 PM

I personally thought the ball hit the player while his foot was out of bounds. The spiral of the ball changed because it hit his arm. It was a tough call but shit happens.

Northwood_DK · 01-18-2009, 04:53 PM

That was close

Radii · 01-18-2009, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Except that maybe the Eagles dive on the ball if a whistle hadn't blown. You can't go and change it as Quiksand rightly pointed out because guys have to stop playing once the whistle blows.

Yeah, I don't really understand why that play warranted discussion other than "oh, unreviewable, right, its in the rule book, next play."

Even if we want to play what if, I don't see why we bother here. Arizona got the ball back and was in philly territory with ~1 minute left in the half. They had more than enough time to score and couldn't.

Noop · 01-18-2009, 04:54 PM

Fitzgerald has to be the best WR in football; that guy is a beast.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-18-2009, 04:55 PM

Desperately need a Kurt fumble here...

Pumpy Tudors · 01-18-2009, 04:55 PM

I think this game will turn out to be the exact opposite of the AFC championship game. This one is exciting, the ball is moving up and down the field, we've seen a trick play, a quarterback catching his own pass, a receiver dominating the first half, a controversial kickoff play, a missed extra point, a huge comeback, and there's still almost half a quarter to go. Although the rivalry aspect of the AFC game is interesting, I wouldn't be surprised to see under 300 total yards of offense in that whole game.

Noop · 01-18-2009, 04:55 PM

Like I said pure beast.

hoopsguy · 01-18-2009, 04:56 PM

Desperately need a Kurt TD pass here ...

Noop · 01-18-2009, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

I think this game will turn out to be the exact opposite of the AFC championship game. This one is exciting, the ball is moving up and down the field, we've seen a trick play, a quarterback catching his own pass, a receiver dominating the first half, a controversial kickoff play, a missed extra point, a huge comeback, and there's still almost half a quarter to go. Although the rivalry aspect of the AFC game is interesting, I wouldn't be surprised to see under 300 total yards of offense in that whole game.

Ed Reed alone is worth the price of admission.

Radii · 01-18-2009, 04:56 PM

What a HUGE drive by the Cardinals.

mauchow · 01-18-2009, 04:56 PM

Incredible game, btw.

Young Drachma · 01-18-2009, 04:56 PM

Larry is serious

Scoobz0202 · 01-18-2009, 04:57 PM

C'mon Arizona..

Don't throw a pick in the endzone..Don't throw a pick in the endzone...

Pumpy Tudors · 01-18-2009, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Noop

Ed Reed alone is worth the price of admission.

This is a good point. I wonder how much the Steelers will even bother throwing the ball. The weather here is pretty awful today, and Roethlisberger is so hit-and-miss that I'd probably keep things really safe for him. Then again, I'm not an offensive coordinator, so we'll see.

Noop · 01-18-2009, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Scoobz0202

C'mon Arizona..

Don't throw a pick in the endzone..Don't throw a pick in the endzone...

Got to try positive reinforcement like cmon Arizona score 6 points in the end zone.

Danny · 01-18-2009, 04:59 PM

I expected Kobe to pop out when that GH commercial started. That was a pleasant surprise.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Danny

I expected Kobe to pop out when that GH commercial started. That was a pleasant surprise.

Yeah, there have been some good commercials today.

Chief Rum · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by RendeR

Those weren't cheers.

Cheers must sound different in Buffalo.

Thomkal · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

BrianD · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

Nice safe play for a score.

Northwood_DK · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

dident see that play comming

Chief Rum · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

That...was a great play.

ISiddiqui · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

And the Cards answer with an impressive drive!

Eaglesfan27 · 01-18-2009, 05:00 PM

Darn. Heck of a play by Hightower and the Cardinals.

Tasan · 01-18-2009, 05:01 PM

Wow. This game is a ton of fun, especially when I don't have a do-or-die rooting interest.

Noop · 01-18-2009, 05:01 PM

Well Donovan McNabb has a chance to cement his legacy with the next drive.

Chief Rum · 01-18-2009, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BrianD

Nice safe play for a score.

Safe play in that it wasn't going to be intercepted, yes. For a score? No. That play would have only netted two or three yards normally. Instead, Hightower manned up and made it a 6-er. Kudos to him.

mauchow · 01-18-2009, 05:01 PM

Interestingly enough, I believe the time out call there by Reid is bad decision. Let Arizona have to make a play-call in 15 seconds rather than two minutes. Worst thing that could have happened was that the Cardinals would have scored on the 3rd down play, which HAS to be a pass, so its most likely a touchdown or an incomplete pass with the clock stopping with over two minutes to play. Take your two timeouts and go for the win. Now you've given the Cardinals a chance at getting the ball back again after the Eagles possible score.

So, the Cardinals scored just now. 3 minutes to go. That gives the Eagles plenty of time. If they do a great two minute drill and score in two minutes.. that leaves the Cardinals with their timeouts and some possible time to get a field goal to win it anyways.

Maybe I'm just overthinking this way too much.

Thomkal · 01-18-2009, 05:01 PM

well I did say I wanted a close game

ISiddiqui · 01-18-2009, 05:02 PM

Nice two pointer as well.

Tasan · 01-18-2009, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Noop

Well Donovan McNabb has a chance to cement-shoe his legacy with the next drive.

Fixed that for ya.

Noop · 01-18-2009, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Tasan

Wow. This game is a ton of fun, especially when I don't have a do-or-die rooting interest.

If the Dolphins had a game like this I would be too tense to enjoy it until it was over.

hoopsguy · 01-18-2009, 05:03 PM

37 members + 6 guests in thread.

Racer · 01-18-2009, 05:03 PM

Biggest defensive series in Arizona Cardinals history coming up.

SirFozzie · 01-18-2009, 05:03 PM

Donovan McNabb and the two minute drill. Is it bad to say that this won't end well?

Travis · 01-18-2009, 05:03 PM

Odds on this one going to OT? Be kind of ironic given McNabb's comments after the infamous tie earlier this season.

Alan T · 01-18-2009, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Tasan

Wow. This game is a ton of fun, especially when I don't have a do-or-die rooting interest.

Same here, I can't think of many other possible NFC matchups that I could care less one way or another who wins. So this has been enjoyable to watch without any rooting interest whatso ever.

And for the kickoff that was ruled touched out of bounds from earlier in the game, add me to the list of people who thought it did hit him while he was out of bounds. I was suprised at halftime when they said the head of NFL referees stated so boldly that it was probably the wrong call.

BrianD · 01-18-2009, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief Rum

Safe play in that it wasn't going to be intercepted, yes. For a score? No. That play would have only netted two or three yards normally. Instead, Hightower manned up and made it a 6-er. Kudos to him.

Sorry, I meant a safe play that went for a score. I figured they would try to force something and get picked. As it was, great blocking let Hightower build up a head of steam before first contact at the 2.

Philliesfan980 · 01-18-2009, 05:05 PM

Call me the typical negative Philadelphia guy, but I don't see this ending well for the Eagles. This is when McNabb is at his worst.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-18-2009, 05:06 PM

I feel good about McNabb putting together a great drive here.

First play was Westbrook's fault for the incompletion. Nice catch there by Celek.

Tasan · 01-18-2009, 05:06 PM

Cellek should grow a mustache. Just because.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-18-2009, 05:06 PM

Westbrook makes up for it there. Nice catch and run!

BrianD · 01-18-2009, 05:07 PM

McNabb is doing well so far. A couple of questionable passes, but all close enough to let players make plays.

Chief Rum · 01-18-2009, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Travis

Odds on this one going to OT? Be kind of ironic given McNabb's comments after the infamous tie earlier this season.

If it does, do you think he asks someone on the sideline to be sure?

Tasan · 01-18-2009, 05:07 PM

Wait I think he may have one. Is that just a stache or is it a goate+

Philliesfan980 · 01-18-2009, 05:07 PM

I'll take a TD anyway I can get it here, but I hope they don't score too quick.

01-18-2009, 04:51 PM	#202
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01-18-2009, 04:54 PM	#208
Noop Bonafide Seminole Fan Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Miami	Fitzgerald has to be the best WR in football; that guy is a beast. __________________ Subby's favorite woman hater.

01-18-2009, 04:55 PM	#209
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Desperately need a Kurt fumble here... __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-18-2009, 04:55 PM	#210
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	I think this game will turn out to be the exact opposite of the AFC championship game. This one is exciting, the ball is moving up and down the field, we've seen a trick play, a quarterback catching his own pass, a receiver dominating the first half, a controversial kickoff play, a missed extra point, a huge comeback, and there's still almost half a quarter to go. Although the rivalry aspect of the AFC game is interesting, I wouldn't be surprised to see under 300 total yards of offense in that whole game. __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

01-18-2009, 04:55 PM	#211
Noop Bonafide Seminole Fan Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Miami	Like I said pure beast. __________________ Subby's favorite woman hater.

01-18-2009, 04:50 PM	#201
Danny Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	I don't see them overturning that kickoff play either. It was not conclusive that the ball didn't touch the player while he was out of bounds. I think whatever called was made on the field does not get overturned in that case. That said, can we let it go and focus on whats happening now?

01-18-2009, 04:53 PM	#204
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	If the Eagles manage to win this game, I'm going to love seeing the explanation in the Divisional Championship in Pictures.

01-18-2009, 04:53 PM	#205
mauchow Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Murfreesboro, TN	I personally thought the ball hit the player while his foot was out of bounds. The spiral of the ball changed because it hit his arm. It was a tough call but shit happens.

01-18-2009, 04:53 PM	#206
Northwood_DK College Benchwarmer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Back in Norway	That was close

01-18-2009, 04:56 PM	#212
hoopsguy General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Chicago	Desperately need a Kurt TD pass here ...

01-18-2009, 04:56 PM	#214
Radii Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	What a HUGE drive by the Cardinals.

01-18-2009, 04:56 PM	#215
mauchow Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Murfreesboro, TN	Incredible game, btw.

01-18-2009, 04:56 PM	#216
Young Drachma Dark Cloud Join Date: Apr 2001	Larry is serious __________________ Current Dynasty:The Zenith of Professional Basketball Careers (FBPB/FBCB) FBCB / FPB3 Mods

01-18-2009, 04:57 PM	#217
Scoobz0202 Pro Rookie Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dayton, Ohio	C'mon Arizona.. Don't throw a pick in the endzone..Don't throw a pick in the endzone...

01-18-2009, 04:59 PM	#220
Danny Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	I expected Kobe to pop out when that GH commercial started. That was a pleasant surprise.

01-18-2009, 05:00 PM	#223
Thomkal Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Surfside Beach,SC USA	yes!

01-18-2009, 05:00 PM	#224
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	Nice safe play for a score.

01-18-2009, 05:00 PM	#225
Northwood_DK College Benchwarmer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Back in Norway	dident see that play comming

01-18-2009, 05:00 PM	#226
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	That...was a great play. __________________ . . I would rather be wrong...Than live in the shadows of your song...My mind is open wide...And now I'm ready to start...You're not sure...You open the door...And step out into the dark...Now I'm ready.

01-18-2009, 05:00 PM	#227
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	And the Cards answer with an impressive drive! __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

01-18-2009, 05:00 PM	#228
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Darn. Heck of a play by Hightower and the Cardinals. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-18-2009, 05:01 PM	#229
Tasan College Starter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Houston, or there about	Wow. This game is a ton of fun, especially when I don't have a do-or-die rooting interest. __________________ 2011 Golden Scribes winner for best Interactive Dynasty

01-18-2009, 05:01 PM	#230
Noop Bonafide Seminole Fan Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Miami	Well Donovan McNabb has a chance to cement his legacy with the next drive. __________________ Subby's favorite woman hater.

01-18-2009, 05:01 PM	#232
mauchow Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Murfreesboro, TN	Interestingly enough, I believe the time out call there by Reid is bad decision. Let Arizona have to make a play-call in 15 seconds rather than two minutes. Worst thing that could have happened was that the Cardinals would have scored on the 3rd down play, which HAS to be a pass, so its most likely a touchdown or an incomplete pass with the clock stopping with over two minutes to play. Take your two timeouts and go for the win. Now you've given the Cardinals a chance at getting the ball back again after the Eagles possible score. So, the Cardinals scored just now. 3 minutes to go. That gives the Eagles plenty of time. If they do a great two minute drill and score in two minutes.. that leaves the Cardinals with their timeouts and some possible time to get a field goal to win it anyways. Maybe I'm just overthinking this way too much.

01-18-2009, 05:01 PM	#233
Thomkal Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Surfside Beach,SC USA	well I did say I wanted a close game

01-18-2009, 05:02 PM	#234
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Nice two pointer as well. __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

01-18-2009, 05:03 PM	#237
hoopsguy General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Chicago	37 members + 6 guests in thread.

01-18-2009, 05:03 PM	#238
Racer College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana	Biggest defensive series in Arizona Cardinals history coming up.

01-18-2009, 05:03 PM	#239
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	Donovan McNabb and the two minute drill. Is it bad to say that this won't end well? __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

01-18-2009, 05:03 PM	#240
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01-18-2009, 05:05 PM	#243
Philliesfan980 Banned Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Exton, PA	Call me the typical negative Philadelphia guy, but I don't see this ending well for the Eagles. This is when McNabb is at his worst.

01-18-2009, 05:06 PM	#244
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	I feel good about McNabb putting together a great drive here. First play was Westbrook's fault for the incompletion. Nice catch there by Celek. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-18-2009, 05:06 PM	#245
Tasan College Starter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Houston, or there about	Cellek should grow a mustache. Just because. __________________ 2011 Golden Scribes winner for best Interactive Dynasty

01-18-2009, 05:06 PM	#246
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Westbrook makes up for it there. Nice catch and run! __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-18-2009, 05:07 PM	#247
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	McNabb is doing well so far. A couple of questionable passes, but all close enough to let players make plays.