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Did you not watch Josh early in his career? His first INT was classic Allen in his first few years. Just pushing too hard to make something outta nothing. Those are the plays they have tried to coach out of him. And rightfully so. No need to take a big risk on your first possession that deep in your own territory.

I have been a big supporter of Shavers going back to last year. After last season I predicted he would challenge for a roster spot. I was laughed at. But as a main roster guy he's reminded me more of Isiah Hodgins. He will see a high percentage of special teams snaps. He will see a few offensive snaps. He can make a splash play here and there. But he doesn't need to be featured by any means.

I disagree about straight up cutting Keon at this point. And no, I don't hold out much hope he improves. But where we are right now, Shakir is banged up for the second time this year. Kincaid is missing games for the second time this year. That's a lot of slot snaps that are in flux. I would hold onto Keon. Who knows, maybe he puts it together. But, we will potentially need someone to soak up some slot snaps at some point this year. I would hang onto him (they are paying him anyway) and see if we can squeeze something out of him at the slot. And if there are more behavioral issues we don't know about and they really want to move on from him after the year, it would potentially be better for his trade value if we can coax some good slot reps out of him.

With so much football left to be played there really isn't a strong indication who will play who this far out. Buffalo can still get to the 1 seed or they can still miss the playoffs altogether. Likewise with all the other teams. For giggles I've run the same simulator. I come up with us playing Denver quite a bit. I come up a few times playing Jacksonville, Indy and Pittsburgh as well. Point being, this far out anything can and likely will happen. Teams that should win games will lose. Injuries will happen. Don't stress on the Ravens just yet. Plenty of time to do that once the seeding is more clear.

I did not realize he married Manti Teʻo's ex. Good for them!

Are you talking about Josh's second INT? I believe that was intended for Shavers. And it looked on TV that the DB really broke on the ball hard. Was a great play by that dude.

With this defense, it would be all about matchups. Like I would be fine playing Pittsburgh, the Chargers, Jags, and even the Chiefs. Those teams don't scare me on the ground. Now, Baltimore, Indianapolis or Denver (if JK Dobbins is healthy) and we will literally get run out of the playoffs IMO.

Agree. He's aggressive and fun to watch. But if I were a Lion fan I'd probably want him gone.

False

Yeah, guys get got on a weekly basis. AJ may not be a premier edge setter, but I'll give him credit on improving over the years. Remember the Patriots Wind game where her kept getting blown up by a WR? He's come a long way.

Fair question. I would think it's because they want Bosa out there to rush the passer on other downs as well

If Bosa missed time it would hurt the pass rush, yet I think it would give a boost to the run defense.

I always liked Bernie. Was underrated in his day. Hope all goes well for him.

The real cringe is when adult men use the word "cringe"

The issue is we kept designing a defense and personnel that would beat Kansas City. Lighter guys that can move. Over time the NFL saw the trend of lighter LBers, not just with the Bills either. The days of a true space eater and run thumping LBers are gone. Which over time has led to more ground game. FBs are starting to make a comeback. Teams playing 2-3 TEs. We just don't have guys that are adapt at stopping the run.

Mason Rudolph. Just in time for Christmas. Honestly, aside from name recognition, he isn't really a huge step down from Rodgers.

Gonna curb stomp em.

Colts and another game against the Broncos will be tough for them. Chargers are better than they showed today. Hopefully, they come through. And never really know what Dallas team shows up. Texans, Raiders and Titans are pretty solid chances to win.

Feels like two VERY different 5-5 records.

At least you got one part right 😂

These are the types of games Denver has won all year

I'd be a lot more excited but Thursday games are usually kinda weird.

There were many lead changes between two teams that came in 6-3. As you say, Buffalo pulled away with 9 minutes to go. Longest timeframe of the game without a lead change. Hardly "barely winning"

"Barely won"...by 12. Good stuff. Vintage Larry.

Interesting, sounds like he started to say "you can't keep doing" like this is a habit and then corrected himself.