YodaMan79

No. If you watched the game and weren't basing it off of the box score, it's pretty clear. The stats were compiled when the Eagles were already up by 24 points. The defense deserved the credit. It was an all-time game wrecking performance. Jalen is a smart man, he even thanked the defense first.

When did wanting accountability and transparency in how our (well 48% of us) tax dollars are spent become a partisan issue? We have infrastructure, schools and a power grid that are being held together with duct tape, bubble gum and toothpicks. Wouldn't it be nice to get our house in order and cleaned up?

I did. Look a couple posts below the one you referenced. Thanks for your insightful contribution.

At first glance, it seems the U.S. often ends up on the short end of the stick as a trade partner. How this dynamic plays out with countries like Canada or Mexico is less clear, but the idea of China being classified as a "developing nation" is frankly absurd. Personally, I’d be willing to pay more for goods produced here, but there’s a segment of the population that will drive miles just to save a few cents on a gallon of gas. As a nation, we don’t always prioritize second-level thinking when it comes to these decisions.

This is what I got from our good AI friend: In general, yes, U.S. goods often face higher tariffs when exported to other countries compared to the tariffs the U.S. imposes on imports. This disparity is especially noticeable with key trading partners like the European Union, China, and India. Here’s a breakdown of why this happens: 1. Average Tariff Rates: United States: The average applied tariff is around 2.4% for all goods, with many products entering duty-free due to trade agreements. European Union: The average tariff is about 4.8%, but specific goods like U.S. cars face a 10% tariff, while EU cars entering the U.S. are taxed at only 2.5%. China: Even after trade negotiations, China’s average tariff on U.S. goods remains around 7%–15%, significantly higher than what the U.S. imposes on Chinese goods. India: India’s average tariff rate is much higher—often 10%–20% on many goods, with some products like motorcycles facing tariffs over 50%. 2. Industry-Specific Examples: Automobiles: U.S. imports from the EU: 2.5% tariff EU imports from the U.S.: 10% tariff China (before trade war): Up to 25% on U.S. cars (later reduced to 15% temporarily) Agricultural Products: U.S. exports face very high tariffs globally, often exceeding 20%, especially in countries protecting domestic agriculture. 3. Why the Disparity Exists: Trade-Offs in Negotiations: The U.S. has historically prioritized access for services, technology, and financial sectors in trade deals, sometimes accepting higher tariffs on physical goods as part of the bargain. Developing Country Status: Countries like China and India have claimed "developing nation" status under WTO rules, allowing them to maintain higher tariffs while benefiting from lower U.S. tariffs. Non-Tariff Barriers: Even when tariffs are low, foreign regulatory requirements, quotas, and subsidies act as hidden barriers to U.S. exports. Is This Like NATO or the Paris Agreement? There’s a similar theme: the U.S. often bears a larger burden, whether financially or economically, in global agreements. In trade, though, the reasons are more about negotiation strategies and historical deals rather than other nations "free-riding."

I would just like to see from a non-bias source what these other countries are doing to our goods, from a tariff perspective (before this most recent round took effect). Are our goods being held to a different tax standard as to what we're receiving? I know in the auto industry, vehicles made here are taxed at such a high rate it makes zero sense to buy an American made vehicle in some foreign countries. Why do I have the feeling this could be like the Paris Climate Accords or NATO, where the United States is being taken for a free ride from a number of other developed nations that could carry their own weight.

After seeing the additional video angels this morning, what's everyone else's take? I can't see it as anything other than a deliberate act. With the training that goes into being a pilot of any aircraft, this just seems so off. Is that just my bias? The one that's closer and shows the plane going into the water is very hard to watch. Hard to fathom it's real life and not an action movie CGI effect.

The team needs the Jimmy's and the Joe's...

If you've ever played a sport beyond the high school level, you'd know that once the season starts, you're never truly healthy. The coaching staff often resorts to the familiar "are you injured or just hurt?" rhetoric. At this level, it’s not about the love of the game anymore—it’s about results. Injury or no injury, the only thing anyone remembers is the outcome. In this case, he was in position to make the play, and that’s what matters. On a side note, I’m sure Allen is dealing with more than just a broken hand right now, and the only reason we even know about it is because of his high-profile status. That said, I’d conservatively estimate that at least one-third of the league is playing through significant injuries. This is why the average NFL career lasts less than 3–4 years. Enough with the injury excuses—it’s just part of the game. I've wrestled with kids who were amazing athletes with PCL tears, missing ACLs and other debilitating injuries who performed at all-American status in a much more demanding forum. Sorry if I'm not sympathetic to an overhyped and over drafted millionaire who came up short.

Too soon on Coleman. We can thank Poyer for ruining the second half of his season. I think he had serious injury to both wrists.

Does the lingering knee issue make his hands go to sh!t? Poll the whole NFL at this time of the year. I suspect 1/3 of the players on the field are in rough shape.

This is from the Over the cap website. The simple non-second level moves were as follows: Allen - a simple restructure using a generic formula suggested by the site made about $9.9 million available. I think an extension could be even more impactful. Miller - post June 1 cut, ~$17+ million Jones - Post June 1 cut, ~ $4.5 million AJE - Post June 1 cut, ~$6 million Trubisky - Cut, $2.5 million If they wanted to cut Milano post June 1st, about another $9.5 million could be freed up. Hope this helps.

See my earlier explanation and hypothesis on how he was able to ascend to a first round grade, in this thread. He played the NFL/Bills. Our organization unfortunately fell for it. Good for him and his agent.

With not a lot surprise moves I was able to get them to 35+ million in cap space.

Sure handed? Also, that "catch" against Denver would have been overturned if they got a challenge in on time. "Usually sure handed" isn't how I'd describe him.