CodeMonkey

We can discuss the economic merits of the Bills being in Buffalo, but what I was talking about originally (cynically ) was Cuomos motives. I believe his motives were 100% political, and that he does not care much about Buffalo (or all of WNY) except for votes. I contend that renovations to the Ralph bringing extra money to the Buffalo area is the last thing on the Governors mind. Yeah, I'm a cynical S.O.B., but I have seen nothing from politicians in general, and Cuomo in particular, to make me think any differently on this matter. And based on this, I'd say my cynicism was well justified.

Or try to find a Chan Gailey, one or the other.

I absolutely am cynical when it comes to politicians. But are you saying in this case you think that Cuomo believes that upgrades to the Ralph are a "critical economic development investment" for New York? And there are not other needs in this state, like maybe people without jobs trying to hold onto their homes or feed their families, that Cuomo might realize is just a little more important than football stadium upgrades. But thinks that upgrading the Ralph will be a better political option for him come reelection time? If so, then you are far more trusting than I am. Far, far more trusting.

Not sure what they will do or why they did what they did in the past. But I think I'd split the touches this coming season between Fred and CJ. CJ is not an every down back, but did show he can be effective. While FredEx isn't getting any younger and splitting duties with Spiller might be better for him over the course of the season and might extend his career by a season or two.

Critical economic development investment huh. Not sure about that, but I suspect this investment by Cuomo will yield him some western new york votes.

Best days behind him, sure. Even the Ravens knew that. But predicting he would get injured?

I had no idea that those Rams players were drafted in the first round (I should have about Bradford anyway) until I read your earlier post. I don't follow drafts much at all. Bradford is a young QB who, to me anyway, seems like he has the raw material to be a good QB at the NFL level. Franchise guy, not at this point but who knows what his future holds. As opposed to Fitz, who is what he is and is not likely to get much better or worse. My point was that I was responding to the post by a Bills fan not wanting to be the Rams right now. I see a lot of potential in Bradford, they have a decent RB that should have something left in the tank, decent anyway WRs, and now have the makings of a coaching staff that might be able to make use of the raw materials on the team. And add to that getting a pretty early draft pick and a Bills fan saying he wouldn't want to be the Rams now did not, and does not, make sense to me. That is all I was trying to say.

You are welcome. Coming from you I take that as a compliment.

No I do not. But I am not a believer in the magic eight ball either. (Mainly because when I ask it if I have a chance with Eliza Dushku the response is always "Outlook not so good")

You are a nice guy and run a great lot, but that was sprinkled with horse ****. I personally hate the blackout rule because I choose not to subject my family to a Bills game, but I would like my kids to be able to follow the Bills. I also feel that all of the people that pay to watch the game (sunday ticket subscribers) deserve to see the games. Not just the people buying tickets. As to all the concession workers etc. that support their families. Please. We are talking about 7 regular season games a year for people earning minimum wage for the 6 hours or so a game. The NFL and the over-the-air networks entered into a deal where the blackout rule was spelled out. If the NFL wants to keep it and the networks agree then so be it. But let the people who pay to see the game see it.

No.

That's always a sound policy.

I seem to have struck a nerve here. I would take Bradford over Fitz in a heartbeat. S Jackson is no kid either, but is a couple years younger than F Jackson, and both Jacksons are every down backs as opposed to CJ. Johnson is a average WR so that's a wash. I would take Fisher over Gailey, Williams and the Stache .. pick-em. Like I said, not seeing superbowl for either team. But I didn't think the "I don't want to be the Rams. No way." post made sense either from a Bills fan.

Sam Bradford, Steven Jackson, a couple average WRs, and now Jeff Fisher and Greg Williams or Ryan Fitzpatrick, Fred Jackson/CJ Spiller, Stevie Johnson, Chan Gailey and Dave Wannstedt No way you want to be the Rams? Granted I'm not seeing the superbowl in the cards next year for either team, but I can see reason for Rams fans to be looking forward to next season. The Bills do kick the crap out of the Rams in the most important category I suppose ... facial hair

I don't give a **** if the Rams make the playoffs or not.

Should apply to directTv sunday ticket subscribers as well.

I want to see lots of go daddy and e-trade baby commercials.

Yes. Resigning SJ and giving FredEX a new contract. Also making sure fans buy seasons NOW so the team does not move.

This ... but mainly I was just in a bad mood. I made the mistake of watching the Giants/Pack game and I always get depressed about the Bills when I watch two good teams play.

Not sure, but maybe about the time talking about the Bills doesn't make you go Ugh.

Well the Bills certainly know about lemons.

My thought is you should put down the pipe.

Say what you will about Evans. But I believe he is still playing in January, is he not? While the Bills are watching on TV.

Can't imagine any GM being stupid enough to do this, but oh hell yes!

And that's the quick and easy way for the FCC to end blackouts. Force the NFL to refund a percentage of the TV money every time a game is blacked out. Presto, no more blackouts.