Dan

No. Nix agrees with you. It's just that posters here don't like him, for pretty silly reasons; therefore, they think he should be traded.

Is there any doubt that some of the best comedy on the interwebs can be found right here on TSW? If so, this thread puts an end to it. Funny stuff guys, keep it up.

Actually, I think the kids should be given a history lesson pertaining to the flag and how to display it. It's considered disrepectful to wear the flag as a form of clothing. "The flag should never be used as wearing apparel, bedding, or drapery. It should never be festooned, drawn back, nor up, in folds, but always allowed to fall free. Bunting of blue, white, and red, always arranged with the blue above, the white in the middle, and the red below, should be used for covering a speaker's desk, draping the front of the platform, and for decoration in general."

Given that this morning it was reported that they immediately pulled the VIN number off the engine block and very quickly ran down the owner, seller, Craig's list transaction; I'd tend to think that GG's assesment is a little more accurate. Do you really think they tell the press every detail in an ongoing investigation? Not to mention, have you seen the guy's photo? He looks more white than Pakistani (whatever Pakistani looks like).

This thread is further confirmation of my long-standing hypothesis that many people should just not go out to eat. If you're a picky, SOB that's wants severything to just be a certain way... stay at home and make it that way. Part of dining out is the experience and the socal interaction. For CarolinaBill, you have defneded the restaurant industry well. However, as usual, from only the waiter/waitress point of view. And, in that point of view, the majority of all mistakes and bad tips are someone elses' fault. In my former life, I too worked in a restaurant. But, I was on the other side of the pass. Yes, I was a cook. And the majority of mistakes were always on the Waiter side. It's easy to say the cook prepared the steak wrong. But, how many times does the server write down the wrong temperature? Or writes so poorly that no one can deciper it? It happens a lot. Or forgets to call in the order and then frantically tries to get it rushed. Well, as the cook, I can rush it but it probably won't taste as good. We've all had poorly cooked food in a restaurant. And that is often the fault of the cook. But, not always. In the end, bot sides of the pass share in the blame. But, as others have said the server is the face of the restaurant. In most restaurants you receive all the praise (tips) when things go right; you should receive all the critisicm (no tips) when things go wrong. In my day, I prepared a lot of food that got a lot of servers very good tips. Hell, I even had some patrons that wouldn't eat unless I was the cook that night. But never did anyone come back and share the wealth. On the other hand, I always heard about it when someone didn't like the food -regardless of the reason. So, suck it up and deal with it is how I see it. My biggest annoyance, to bring it back to the subject at hand, is being rushed through the dinner just to get me out of there. I'm there to dine and enjoy a nice meal with friends. Not, eat some crap and move on. As someone else said, if I'm still eating appetizers, don't bring the entree. Don't come by with the dessert menu while I'm still eating the main course. For that reason, I usually avoid the chain restaurants at all costs. Oh yeah, another major annoyance is eating with whiny people that complain about everything and then tip low. I know some people that I do all I can to not eat out with because they're never satisfied and then try to stiff on the tip. It's embarassing. If the food or waitress sucks, do you really thing sending it back/calling a manager is going to make it better? Just pay, get out and never go back.

Problem is... he gets hit on the first or second play of every game. So, yeah ok, he looks good on that first hand off. He looks great on that first drop back. Then, bam!, he gets hit; and the rest of the game he looks lost. We've been seeing that for how many games now? Trent's biggest problem is one of confidence. He's lost confidence in himself; hence all the checkdowns and audibles to runs. He's lost the confidence of his team; as evidenced by his benching last year. Maybe he gets it back, I don't knnow. But, I'm not counting on it. This offense sorely needs a leader. Trent has had 3 years to become that leader. All he'sdone is sulk into the shadows on the bench. If Brohm comes out and the other players respond to him as a leader... he'll be the starter.

Fascinating jump to a completely unrelated topic.

eh eh.. you said crack.

The primary environmental concern for drilling on the land (ANWR, for ex), isn't so much with spills. I believe it has more to do with all the contruction, roads, and habitat destruction that occurs when you move in and clear way for a any facility along with all support crews and equipment. In one respect an environmental "disaster" in ANWR wouldn't have near the impact on our economy or livliehood. I guess you could say, it just comes down to do we care about preserving the planet and wildlife - in general. So, to some extent, its more of a idealogical debate. What's on the verge of happening in LA has the potential to be completely devastating. The estuaries of the Mississippi Delta are the primary breeding sites for numerous animals we eat (that make their way into every grocery store and restaurant in the country) as well as the animals that many more anmals eat. That is, estuaries are at the base of the oceans food chain. You destroy it, and the effects are long ranging and highly impactful. So, you have far more considerations, IMO, than just the general ideaology of destroying the planet. Now, none of that is to say drilling is good or bad either way. It is what it is. If we as a society want to drive cars, turn on lights in our house, watch American Idol, and have 99% of the "luxuries" we currently have in our daily lives; we have to drill. If we drill, there's going to be disruption to the environment. It is what it is. If you don't want the world turning into a parking lot, stop building shopping malls.

Reuters reports:'When the time does come, Stokes agrees Wang being with the Bills would make Buffalo more likely to be one of the first two NFL teams to play in China. "The two teams that participate in the games is a decision that's made above my pay grade," he laughed.' --------- The impact of Wang on the future of the Bills could be tremendous. If he makes the team and starts sooner rather than later (I know big if's), it could be a marketing goldmine in China for the Bills. Which means alot of merchandise revenue; potentially a game in China; an international star - all make the Bills more secure in Buffalo. Seriously, this guy could do more for the team than many people realize, not only as solidifying the LT position, but also doubling as an international ambassador. I just hope he pans out.

I'm not sure I agree. If a scandal results from a memo or journal that was found in a public place, how is it different from a story about a new gadget that was found in a public place? If Apple didn't want any pictures of the new iPhone to get out; then they shouldn't have allowed any to leave their offices. It's really that simple. As Fezmid said, the thing wasn't stolen; it was found. They should be thankful that it was returned at all. If anything, Apple needs to be looking at their employee for possibly breaking confidentiality clauses (assuming he's signed something to that effect). Their employee screwed up. The Gizmo guy was just doing his job and getting a huge scoop.

By all accounts, they returned the phone to Apple. So, I'd say they made a pretty good effort to return it. Let's not forget that they paid $5,000 for something they were told was the new iPhone. Their first order of business was to confirm that it was, indeed, a new iPhone. They could have been the victims of a scam, just as easily. I just don't see how anyone can blame the Gizmo people. It's their job to do research and get the latest scoop on new technology. If you're a reporter for the AP and someone calls you with a scoop about a senate scandal. The reporter does research to confirm it; then prints a nice big story that he/she broke. He/she doesn't go to the Senator and apoligize for hearing this scandalous informaton and nicely give back the documents that prove they were doing something bad. So, why is this situation any different? A reporter got one of the hottest scoops of the year; researched it; then reported it to the world. Now Apple is pissed. Well, I say they need to do more to avoid dumb employees drinking in bars than try to shut the Gizmo reporter up. And, as far as I'm concerned, if you're being paid to find and report information; your a journalist/reporter. No matter if its a small newspaper or website with 1 subscriber or not. You may suck at writing and reporting, but that's neither here nor there.

Exactly.

I'd be absolutely shocked if the Bills' system is too complicated for him. Have you seen who our defensive coordinator is?

http://sabres.nhl.com/club/boxscore.htm?id=2009030136

I see he was releases by the Patsies*. Why not?

So a guy misjudges one player years ago and his opinion is worthless for life? I'd love to see the perfection of people you hang with regularly.

I like the Jammal Brown idea. Of course, provided he's cleared to play. The Saints did the right thing and moved on with younger, healthier players. But, that doesn't necessarily mean Brown is washed up. For a team, like the Bills, in desparate need of a LT; he could prbably step in and be a noticeable improvement. That would give Bell and whomever else another year (at least) to develop. I like that better than getting Faneca and moving Levitre. Just because... I don't like the idea of moving everyone on the line around each year. It seems that's been half our problem - every year they move guys all over the place in hopes someoen sticks somewhere. So, yeah, it's nice Levitre can fill in as LT in a pinch. But, I'd much ratherr they just leave him and Wood where they are so we've at least got continuity in 2 of our spots. Of course, that doesn't mean I wowuldn't mind seeing Faneca broght in. He could be a great back-up or injury starter.

As someone who was probably just as upset as you with the pick of Spiller (I've since calmed down a little when I saw the rest of the draft), I think I have to agree with the majority of posters, here. If Ralph wnated someone just to sell tickets, I think they would have selected a QB at 9. Spiller may be exciting and may score lots of touchdowns, but as a fairly average (to below average) follower of college ball, I hadn't heard of him before the draft. Clausen, Tebow, McCoy, however, even I knew who they were and would have been more excited to see drafted. So, I have to say if they wanted Spiller because his name, alone, will sell tickets... well, the FO is really clueless. Regarding Spiller... am I the only one that watches those highlights on youtube and sees a guy running through wide open holes? What is he going to do when none of those holes are there in Sept? When, more likely, he has to start juking someone 3 yards in the backfield? So, color me skeptical until I see the offensive line do something other than stand aroundwhile guys run past them.

Exactly. Getting rid of a perfectly good player for a mid round pick is absurd. I just wish someone could tell me what Lynch has done that's made him so despised. He didn't come in to voluntarily lift weights? It was reported that he wanted a trade (is there any link of Lynch actually asking for a trade)? It amazes me how quickly the mob turns.

How has Lynch been a cancer? I really just don't get all the Lynch hate that's going around.

Didn't the Jets cut Faneca?

I flipped to ESPN a few times. Then flipped back to NFL Networkto watch the commercial rather than watch the overstylized, no substance ESPN. Kind of a shame.. I used to like Berman, but rarely get to hear his comments any more.

Watching... he didn't appear to have a teleprompter (although what do I know); but he did have copious notes that he frequently referred to prior to commenting. It looked like he was in school with notes and books laid out, constantly taking notes as players were picked or discussed. The guy is sharp. I think he's found his nitch. I can see him beoming one of the premier draftniks, along with Kiper and Mayock within 2 years.

Maybe I'm biased in my belief that we need Offensive Linemen, but this is my faavorite pick of the draft.