Rocky Landing

Let's not forget that this thread is about a television ad, placed in prime-time during the NBA finals, by the National Congress of American Indians, which represents several hundred tribes throughout the United States including Alaska. This isn't some internet campaign, it is a very well-conceived, and expensive national spot, easily hitting seven figures, produced by Native Americans. Nor does it "slander/demonize/discredit the Redskins Organization" in any way. Intent is not everything in this case, because intent does not erase history.

I think McCown in TB has a lot of talent, and should be comfortable under Lovie Smith. I also think Fitz is being a bit underrated by some of the folks on this board, and could end up being more than a stop gap in Houston.

I think the truth probably lies somewhere in the middle. Certainly, there was some frustration on the field. I doubt, from the way things were going, that they wee taken out as a reward. Sometimes, a diversion like this lets people step back and reboot a little bit.

Certainly a better stop gap than Kolb was for us!

The National Congress of American Indians (which sponsored the commercial) was founded in 1944, and represents several hundred tribes throughout the United States including Alaska.

Interesting that you went for two rookie QBs. I have wondered how EJ would have fit in this rookie class? I think most would agree that it was stronger than last year's class, in which most pundits did not place EJ very high.

Interesting that Fitz seems to be garnering the most votes. Jax gets my vote. Then Minnesota, and Cleveland. Then, I would have to say us.

"Who Has the Worst QB Situation?" Now, that would be a popular thread! Who has the guts to start that one???

Not sure why you would assume I was a fan of any of the things you mentioned, but I did notice that you conveniently didn't answer the question: What level of negative connotation would "redskin" have to possess before a name change became a question of common decency, and not political correctness?

It seems like a simple question. What level of negative connotation would "redskin" have to possess before a name change became a question of common decency, and not of political correctness?

Out of curiosity, at what point would the situation be about common decency, instead of political correctness? For example, I would imagine you would agree that if the team name was the Washington N*****rs, you would consider a name change to be simple, common decency. What level of negative connotation would "redskin" have to possess before a name change became a question of common decency, and not political correctness?

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Apparently...

The person most commonly regarded as the foremost authority on the subject is a linguist named Ives Goddard, who studied the word extensively. He writes that the word was originally intended as a term of respect, but became derogatory in the early 1800s. It was, for a time, used to describe scalps. More to the point, however, is its current, accepted context in which it is generally regarded as a racial epithet. The racial epithet is given further derogatory prowess when considering both the historical context of genocide, and that of the team's location- our nation's capital.

The weirdest thing about this post is that you seem to be the most offended person in this thread. Be that as it may, who are you to tell the National Congress of American Indians, and the many other Native American organizations that have come out against this name, with what they should, or shouldn't be offended?

I think any time a seasoned vet gets a camera stuck in their face, they play the "good teammate." But, at the same time, it's OTAs. I don't think he's thinking about his next contract just yet. And, I don't see any reason not to take his enthusiasm as genuine.

This is less of a "poll," and more of a "troll."

The metaphor that has been used over, and over again, "all in," is really quite apt for this situation. What happens when you go all in, and don't win the hand? There is no plan-B at that point. Thad Lewis, while a decent back-up, is not a plan-B. If we can't win with EJ, we aren't going to win with Lewis or Tuel. Or, am I wrong? Could Lewis break into the next level? Stranger things have happened.

Possibly the most depressing quote in this thread.

I would guess that it cost into seven figures to get that ad aired during the NBA finals. Easily $250,000 just to produce it-- and that's assuming that a large chunk of that footage was stock.

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Please tell me you know I was joking! I keep forgetting to use those emoticon things, which I hate. I never know which one to use, so, here: "their"

As a whiney liberal know it all, I find your post highly offensive.

Then, when the name is actually changed because the Native American community, including the numerous Native American groups that have come out against the name (and spent a considerable amount of money in the process), have applied enough economic, and social pressure, will you then change your mind? Or do they have to get up in your face personally?

Well, that article concerns me, as well. Yes, I know it's just OTAs. No, I'm not looking for HoF play. It's the accuracy thing that concerns me. Last week the excuse was that the WRs weren't running their proper routes. This week he's overthrowing wide open receivers? Yes, it gives me pause, even during OTAs. btw- if we can't be concerned by a player's poor performance because it's "just OTAs," then what's the point of getting psyched by other player's stand-out performances during the same OTAs? Why pay attention at all?