04-11-2025, 09:11 AM
(04-11-2025, 12:15 AM)Luvnit2 Wrote: Pally sadly many who have responded in this thread probably blew off that important point. He was hurt in August and did not return until I think week 5. Then, the question lingers was he 100%. Was he 100% at any point in the season.
The link also goes into loss of McKinnley Jackson. A 2nd year player and a rookie missed time due to injuries, yet our fans trash them or in this thread can't wait to diss on any player who says and seems to be trying to do the right thing
While some might appreciate seeing players put in the effort, I think many just really care if they are producing on the field.
And without seeing yet if that hard work has or will pay off, it can be difficult for some to get excited.
I want both of them to succeed.
I give more leeway to Jackson than Murphy though because 1) Jackson was picked 2 rounds later than Murphy, so he should be expected to take longer to develop, and 2) Murphy has been in the NFL a year longer.
Unfortunately for Murphy, he has to really do well this year to get his option picked up since that decision is next offseason. Or maybe he doesn't really care because if he does well by the end of 2026, he'll likely get a good deal somewhere even if not Cincy.
Zac Taylor 2019-2020: 6 total wins
Zac Taylor 2021-2022: Double-digit wins each season, plus 5 postseason wins
Zac Taylor 2023: 9 wins despite losing Burrow half the season
Zac Taylor 2024: Started 1-4. Ended 9-8 but barely missed playoffs
Changes needed to do better in Sept/Oct moving forward.
Sorry for Party Rocking!
Zac Taylor 2021-2022: Double-digit wins each season, plus 5 postseason wins
Zac Taylor 2023: 9 wins despite losing Burrow half the season
Zac Taylor 2024: Started 1-4. Ended 9-8 but barely missed playoffs
Changes needed to do better in Sept/Oct moving forward.
Sorry for Party Rocking!
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