(12-10-2024, 02:34 PM)Nepa Wrote: I didn't see the postgame, but I'm really glad to hear Aikman called out the refs and league on that.

During the game he even was stating his opinion on why something wasn't being done, even Buck who sucks.

(12-10-2024, 02:34 PM)Nepa Wrote: I didn't see the postgame, but I'm really glad to hear Aikman called out the refs and league on that.

It was during a segment with Van Pelt. He also was expressing the sentiment of: What the hell is up with Burrow getting mauled and no calls by the refs?

(12-10-2024, 02:44 PM)TecmoBengals Wrote: It was during a segment with Van Pelt. He also was expressing the sentiment of: What the hell is up with Burrow getting mauled and no calls by the refs?

This needs to change. Aikman calling it out should help. All the refs across the NFL need to be called out for the way they ignore Joe 
Burrow getting maimed all the time and not getting calls. It would be different if they missed it a few times here and there but Joe never
gets the call and he never complains. I respect Joe a bunch for this, but others, namely the refs need to be accountable. 

(12-10-2024, 02:50 PM)Nate (formerly eliminate08) Wrote: This needs to change. Aikman calling it out should help. All the refs across the NFL need to be called out for the way they ignore Joe 
Burrow getting maimed all the time and not getting calls. It would be different if they missed it a few times here and there but Joe never
gets the call and he never complains. I respect Joe a bunch for this, but others, namely the refs need to be accountable. 

I just watched a highlight reel of Josh Allen's flops to get calls, where the smallest contact draws an exaggerated response -- falling down, flailing with his arms, etc. I'm glad that Burrow has more integrity for the game and himself to not do that. But if Burrow is going to not complain and exaggerate hits, and instead shows respect for the game and his opponents, then someone else needs to stand up for him. Maybe now with Aikman calling them out it will get some traction.

(12-10-2024, 02:50 PM)Nate (formerly eliminate08) Wrote: This needs to change. Aikman calling it out should help. All the refs across the NFL need to be called out for the way they ignore Joe 
Burrow getting maimed all the time and not getting calls. It would be different if they missed it a few times here and there but Joe never
gets the call and he never complains. I respect Joe a bunch for this, but others, namely the refs need to be accountable. 

Zac getting more vocal with the refs will help.  But, maybe the offensive line needs to start reacting when their QB gets illegally abused,  Afterall it is their fault the defense is in position to get at Joe in the first place.  I know Joe is tough but he also has to be a better advocate for his own portection

(12-10-2024, 03:01 PM)Nepa Wrote: I just watched a highlight reel of Josh Allen's flops to get calls, where the smallest contact draws an exaggerated response -- falling down, flailing with his arms, etc. I'm glad that Burrow has more integrity for the game and himself to not do that. But if Burrow is going to not complain and exaggerate hits, and instead shows respect for the game and his opponents, then someone else needs to stand up for him. Maybe now with Aikman calling them out it will get some traction.

If there is one thing about Allen's game I find a bit annoying it is the flops and acting. Same with Mahomes.

I like my QB and the way he goes about it. Old school, it isn't his fault the refs don't do their jobs. You shouldn't get calls for acting and flopping IMO.

Aikman like you said calling this out I hope helps.

(12-10-2024, 03:06 PM)pally Wrote: Zac getting more vocal with the refs will help.  But, maybe the offensive line needs to start reacting when their QB gets illegally abused,  Afterall it is their fault the defense is in position to get at Joe in the first place.  I know Joe is tough but he also has to be a better advocate for his own portection

Zac for sure needs to get more vocal for his QB, same with the OL, we need Whit types to fight for their guy.

I don't think it is in Joe to be that type of advocate for himself. He is a no nonsense tough sumbitch, just the way he is.

(12-10-2024, 09:31 AM)Ell Prez Wrote: Germaine Pratt shouldn’t even be a candidate. He shouldn’t even be on the team next year.

Game Ball is based on that Game's performance. Germaine had a very good game last night. PFF had him as our 4th highest player

(12-10-2024, 03:32 PM)bfine32 Wrote: Game Ball is based on that Game's performance. Germaine had a very good game last night. PFF had him as our 4th highest player

Yes sir, plus it is a what have you done for me lately league. Have been harping on Germaine all year, but he had a good game last night
for sure. Played with a lot of passion as well, thought he got a Sack? Maybe that was the great TFL I am thinking of?

(12-10-2024, 09:01 AM)Nepa Wrote: I was thinking about your fantasy players all game!  Glad you got the win!  Odds were stacked against you in terms of players and yet your two players shined last night.

And really glad the Bengals got the win!  Normally I don't stay up for Monday Night Football, because need to be up at 6 the next day for work, but this was a spectacular and thoroughly enjoyable game and I couldn't stop watching. It also put both Burrow and Chase solidly in the NFL lead for QB and WR passing yards. It was a clinic last night for communication between those two.

Thanks! Much love!

If we were in the playoff hunt (or if we somehow make it with a lot of help), I think Burrow wins the MVP easily (and wins me a few grand from the Sportsbook in Hard Rock in Cnici)!

(12-10-2024, 09:18 AM)Sled21 Wrote: And who threw him all those balls? I could go either way, but I went Burrow because he was on time, accurate, and running from Parsons the whole game.

Completely respect your opinion, but look at these highlights and notice that, aside from one or two passes where Burrow threaded the needle, he didn't really throw too many eye-popping balls and it was mostly Chase making great plays.

(12-10-2024, 03:14 PM)Nate (formerly eliminate08) Wrote: If there is one thing about Allen's game I find a bit annoying it is the flops and acting. Same with Mahomes.

I like my QB and the way he goes about it. Old school, it isn't his fault the refs don't do their jobs. You shouldn't get calls for acting and flopping IMO.

Aikman like you said calling this out I hope helps.


Zac for sure needs to get more vocal for his QB, same with the OL, we need Whit types to fight for their guy.

I don't think it is in Joe to be that type of advocate for himself. He is a no nonsense tough sumbitch, just the way he is.

Zac wasn't happy with the non-call last night. The officials were just ignoring everyone on that play.
There is only so much you can do before moving on to the next play.

(12-10-2024, 04:01 PM)BFritz21 Wrote: Thanks! Much love!

If we were in the playoff hunt (or if we somehow make it with a lot of help), I think Burrow wins the MVP easily (and wins me a few grand from the Sportsbook in Hard Rock in Cnici)!

Completely respect your opinion, but look at these highlights and notice that, aside from one or two passes where Burrow threaded the needle, he didn't really throw too many eye-popping balls and it was mostly Chase making great plays.

Thought you had a good night when I was watching the game Brad. Dowdle ran well against Lou's D as we thought he would.

Ja'Marr with another monster night no surprise.

(12-10-2024, 04:06 PM)sandwedge Wrote: Zac wasn't happy with the non-call last night. The officials were just ignoring everyone on that play.
There is only so much you can do before moving on to the next play.

True, have to move on to the next play for sure. Hope we don't see those refs again, it was about as bad of refs as I have seen 
this year. Phantom calls all over the place and then ignoring blatant penalties. It was bad.

Chase but you can’t say him without Burrow.

(12-10-2024, 04:08 PM)Nate (formerly eliminate08) Wrote: Thought you had a good night when I was watching the game Brad. Dowdle ran well against Lou's D as we thought he would.

Ja'Marr with another monster night no surprise.

yep, 131 with one reception for ten yards.

Not huge, but a nice contribution.

I thought he was going to score a few times that he didn't, but still a nice night.

NICK VIGIL of course for blocking the punt back to his old team!     I don't think I've ever seen that go our way EVER especially from a former Bengal.. 

Last night's Hard Knocks episode showed the full Zac Taylor reaction to the facemask and him calling out the refs. He's doing it, they just aren't showing it. He looked the ref right in the eye and told him "I know you saw it, he turned his head all the way around"

(12-11-2024, 09:21 AM)Sled21 Wrote: Last night's Hard Knocks episode showed the full Zac Taylor reaction to the facemask and him calling out the refs. He's doing it, they just aren't showing it. He looked the ref right in the eye and told him "I know you saw it, he turned his head all the way around"

Good to know. Zac needs to call that shit out.