Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Bucs Open Thread
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 1:00 PM EST
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Atlanta Falcons, Dec 14, 2008 1:00 PM EST
Come one, come all, for the greatest show on turf this weekend! Marvel as two divisional rivals still in the playoff race square off, with the meddlesome Bucs lining up for their comeuppance against the beloved Falcons. You won't find a better game to watch, especially if the Bucs get their butts kicked up and down the Georgia Dome.
Without further ado, let's follow along after the jump!
Who? Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Bucs, 1 p.m. ET
Where? Georgia Dome, Atlanta, Georgia
Weather? Steely with a chance of beams.
Fun Fact? According to ESPN, Jeff Garcia is going to throw 1.5 touchdowns on Sunday. I guess this means he'll be kicking field goals, too.
Injuries? WR Laurent Robinson is again doubtful, leading me to wonder if health = L-Rob : Pacman Jones = staying out of trouble. A long list of questionables again this week from the Official Site.
The Bucs have a shorter list of questionables, but man. Questionable looks like the new black this season.
Odds? Atlanta over Tampa Bay 3.0, Over/Under 44.5
Foe? The dastardly crew of Buc 'Em, who maintain our network's fine Bucs blog. Be sure to visit there for the latest in Buckin' insight and to politely curse out the team they love.
GO FALCONS! Let's commandeer a win from these Bucs!
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Way to build the suspense!
Garcia’s out, Baker will play today.
Buccaneers: QB Jeff Garcia, WR Dexter Jackson, QB Josh Johnson (3rd), RB Noah Herron, LB Matt McCoy, G Jeremy Zuttah, WR Joey Galloway, DT Chris Hovan.
Falcons: QB D.J. Shockley (3rd), WR Laurent Robinson, CB Brent Grimes, CB Glenn Sharpe, LB Tony Gilbert, T Wayne Gandy, C Alex Stepanovich, DE Simon Fraser.
Go Falcons!
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:03 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nice hole
for turner on the first run.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
3 and out
Not an auspicious start. Hope the D starts fast.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
They certainly look
more fired up today than last week so far.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Tampa's killing themselves
with all those penalties. Come on D!
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Dunn
loses 3 yards then no gain. Man, I hope there’s a pattern there.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Great field position
to start the second drive!
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:10 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
We need that killer instinct
Get a TD and make them pay for all those stupid penalties.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Why did I think this game was at 4?
Good thing I flipped over.
Anyway, starting a drive in Tampa territory = sweeeet.
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 1:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
They moved the Vikings game to 4
this week.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:12 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
What's going on fellas?
Just got back from running some Sunday Christmas errands.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Welcome
we’re just trying to make something of great field position
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Baker's in the game
And Turner runs behind him for a nice gain.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Jenkins
has been making some nice catches. And that was a great snag!
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Ugh
That red zone TD stat is an ugly one. One of my few complaints this season.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
And another field goal instead of 7
Argh. You lose games kicking field goals from the 10 yard line.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
We really struggle
At getting any kind of pass rush.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
good
but much better if we can get a TD on this drive.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Roddy White's down
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That
was a very pretty grab.
Please get up. Please get up.
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 1:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
White down
hopefully just go the wind knocked out of him. Great catch!
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Burner baby!
great run.. Let’s get 7 here.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
trying
justinTV. very choppy video but better than nothing
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 1:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
http://www.ustream.tv/videoplayerpopup/channel/399766
"He's getting better, but he's not there yet ..."
- Bobby Cox (talking about Boyer)
by FrankyWren on Dec 14, 2008 1:35 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
New TD record
Turner from the half yard line.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
http://www.ustream.tv/videoplayerpopup/channel/399766
Go to this website. It’s a nice stream.
"He's getting better, but he's not there yet ..."
- Bobby Cox (talking about Boyer)
by FrankyWren on Dec 14, 2008 1:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
What what
Michael Turner in the house! Dave the Falconer is alive!
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 1:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Hey Dave
Hope all is well in the icy north.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Wow
Ronde Barber says in 3 years, Matt Ryan will be setting the standard for QB’s. That’s some high praise. I’d say he’s already setting it for rookie QB’s.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Still iced over?
glad to see your electric is on
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 1:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
At work now
We’re one of the lucky ones who got power back quickly. Still 100,000s without.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 1:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Check the game on this stream
http://www.ustream.tv/videoplayerpopup/channel/399766
"He's getting better, but he's not there yet ..."
- Bobby Cox (talking about Boyer)
by FrankyWren on Dec 14, 2008 1:42 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Bucs driving fast
Let’s get a stop!
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 1:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Two straight nothings
Let’s make it three.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 1:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sack!
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Abraham
sack via pushing an O-lineman into the QB
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The most effective kind
Sack by squashing.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 1:47 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
thank you frankywren
much better video. still way behind the game but much better video and sound
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 1:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Koenen
He needs to boom one here.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Watch that punt return
Harris is dangerous.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Block in the back!
Push em back more.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
10 yard penalty
almost exactly negates the punt return yardage.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
slow motion TV
but so worth the effort. thank you
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 1:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I would feel a lot better
If we tacked on another TD. Turnover, anyone?
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 1:52 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
There’s been a couple of pick-able balls thrown by Griese.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:53 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
3rd and 1
and another penalty. Gruden must be steaming mad.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nice stop
Houston nearly had a pick 6.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Houston
almost had the pick
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Why does Douglas
return some kicks and Finn others?
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Typically
I think Finn is back for kicks that aren’t really return situations (i.e. the ball is going to land inside the 20) because he has the better hands. They want him back there to ensure no muffs on a punt. Douglas comes in for kicks expected to be returned because he has the ability to make something happen.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
not sure. but it seems they put finn in when they just want to ensure a non-muff catch. douglas when they want a return.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 1:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Mr. Jenks
with another nice catch on a high throw.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 1:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
What an idiotic penalty
One of our O-lines got a late hit.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 1:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Got lucky for the offset
Dahl leveled that guy after the play was over.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Flags, flags, flags
Dahl’s penalty looked kinda dumb.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Darnit
Underthrew the deep ball and picked off.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
no pressure either. not sure why there wasn’t more mustard on that one.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Talib
Ryan’s been steadily increasing his interception count these past few weeks. Hard to blame him when he’s throwing that far downfield, I guess.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 2:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Eh
The INT he threw last week and this one were great plays by the defenders. The defense does win sometimes.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:03 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
And it’s part of playing aggressive football. Just makes me a little skittish.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 2:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Nice to have a lead
but this could be going a lot better the way Tampa’s hurting themselves.
“Never hit a man when he’s down. Kick him, it’s easier.”
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
not gonna kick him while hes down...i am barefooted
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 2:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
You've got to be kidding me
How the hell do you allow a 21 yard completion out of the end zone??
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Bryant's killing us today
Stop that man!
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 2:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
This game has a weird feel to it
The Falcons are leading, but it seems like Tampa Bay is controlling it.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Despite the penalties
This looks like an intense, physical game to me.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
nice stop. let’s hope for a good return here.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:07 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I'd feel a lot better
If we can get one more score before the half.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
me too.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:09 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
What fake
Wow
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:09 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Glad to see
them utilizing norwood in interesting ways more and more.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Those passes out in the flat
are great for him.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:12 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
NOOOOOOOOO
Bad Matty Ice.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:14 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Another INT
Jesus tap-dancin’ Christ. Come ON.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:14 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Tampa Bay is once again
Making Matt Ryan look like a rookie.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
No more scores for us
this half. Griese’s not having a bad day for a sub.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Griese never seems to have a bad day
I’ve never understood why he isn’t starting somewhere. He never plays badly.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
We cannot let them get 7 before the half
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Tampa's in FG range
with that completion.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Are you freaking kidding me?????
Griese has thrown some perfect passes this drive.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
He didn't get the second foot down
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Let's review that last catch
by TB.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Son of a BITCH
that catch should be reviewed.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
This is turning ugly
In a hurry.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 2:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Like I said
This game has a weird feel to it. Being a Georgia fan, Tampa Bay is like the Florida Gators to me. The team that just owns you, so you never feel confident no matter what the score.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Never thought of it like that
But perhaps you are right.
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 2:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
We need somebody
To Nancy Kerrigan Bryant during the half.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
i dont know my video isnt that good
i think i gotta upgrade my DSL
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 2:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Have we covered a receiver
At all this quarter?
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:21 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
ANOTHER Tampa penalty!
God, could we squirm out of this mess?
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Cross your fingers
And send one up to Vishnu.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 2:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Once again
How in the hell do you give up that first down??
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Jeez
had to let them get some momentum going into the half.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow
I have no confidence in our secondary this season.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
along with the turnovers.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:25 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
If Tampa gets the penalties under control
this could be a long day. The Falcons need to make some serious halftime adjustments.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
On a lighter note
here’s Emmitt Smith at his mostest finest.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:29 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Emmitt Smith
Once again proof of the world-class education you can get from the University of Florida.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
turner well on his way to another good game
we need to get the running game going good and strong
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 2:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
We need some pass coverage
My kingdom for it, blah blah blah. More pressure on Griese and some competent cornerbacking would go a long way today.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 2:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Teams have had quick-strike capability
against us way too much this year. DE and DB have got to be our biggest draft needs next year.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:39 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
All right!
Fox is showing Mike Kenn and Claude Humphrey’s pictures and Ring of Honor banners.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Let's get after them here
Abraham needs to dial up that pass rush this half.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sack by the big man!
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That's what I'm talking 'bout!!
Grady Jackson with the sack.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I have enjoyed our receivers this year
They squeeze the ball with their hands everytime.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I'll take 4-5 yards a carry all day long
The Burner is looking good to start the half.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
TD!!
He broke the plane before he lost the ball, I hope.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Rader TD!
Way to enter the room, dude!
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Crap
Ball came out early, it looks like. This is going to go in Tampa Bay’s favor. Dammit.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I fear you're right
but not sure if there’s ‘indisputable evidence’ there. Oh Vishnu…
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
damn challenge on the TD
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
we woulda challenged too
whats fair is fair. we will overcome
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 2:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Dammit
Touchback for Tampa Bay.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:52 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Okay, big stop defense
Let’s do it.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Seriously, Tampa Bay's receivers must be lonely
There hasn’t been a Falcon near them since the 1st quarter.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
what's the deal
with all these turnovers the last few games?
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
And Griese comes out throwing
and moving the ball, 2 straight completions.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
As I talk crap about our secondary
Big play by Foxworth with the pick.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Life has a way
of keeping me humble like that…
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Foxworth
that’s what i’m talking about!!
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
make them turn the ball over.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Foxworth with the pick!
That makes me feel a little better.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wow
that was our first defensive turnover in 5 games per the announcer.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Look at Douglas
Lowering the shoulder on the end around.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Douglas
knocks the guy out of bounds and stares him down. haha. i like that kid.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 2:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wasn't it Douglas
who punched out Milloy in training camp?
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 2:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That screen play
Got blown up real quick.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 2:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Punting it away
Did nothing with the turnover.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
3 and out
Tampa’s D playing well today.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The only time they haven't played well in the last 5 years
Was this past Monday night.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
You're always in the game
with a D like that.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Dunn held in check
pretty well today, 34 yards so far.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:03 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wire
has been in on a lot of tackles today. Haven’t heard his name a lot.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
How many times is this going to happen today?
How many 3rd and longs have they converted?
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yeah. it always seems we are trying to stop the big play and give them the first.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Finally
a 3rd down stop. Let’s get a long return, boys.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
And we're close to our end zone
After a holding penalty.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:07 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Foxworth's holding penalty
half the distance, Falcons start at the 9. Careful.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:07 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
wow
just looked outside. we got 2 inches of snow on the ground. we dont get snow in the willamette valley in oregon
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 3:09 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Burner almost broke that one.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:10 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
And he breaks 100 on that play
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Turner again!
Not to be a wet blanket, but I hope they’re not overusing him. He’s never played a full season and here he is leading the league in carries.
Since I retired I do worry obsessively, having little else to do…
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:12 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Great Way
to end the half, keep pounding it with the Burner baby!!!!!
by Phizzzle on Dec 14, 2008 3:12 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
if he needs a rest i am sure he will let them know
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 3:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
He doesn't LOOK tired
Certainly been a workhorse today.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
PI on Tampa Bay
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Defensive pass interference
Clear as day.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
How could they not call that penalty?
Uncatchable ball maybe?
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:17 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
it was close. but, is ryan underestimating the speed of the receivers? just looked a little under thrown again.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm confused
It looked well within Jenkins’s reach to me, the CBs arm just blocked him from reaching. That’s what I saw anyway…
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 3:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The Falcons' highlight of the 2nd half
might have been that punt.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:16 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
As Emmitt Smith would say
The Falcons have been flusterated today.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:18 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Now the Bucs are running suddenly
Oh God.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nice hit Foxworth
Would have been a big gainer inside the 40.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Foxworth
He’s been a man on a mission the 2nd half.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Woah
Did Bryant just get in Smitty’s face?
He better watch himself. I feel like Smitty could give him a jolly good box to the ear.
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 3:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Smitty is the type of guy that would challenge you to a dual
By smacking you with a white glove and throwing on his top hat.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:24 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Falcons ball on the 14
Our field position has sucked today.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Mike Smith
Getting in the Buc’s face.
That is why he is coach of the year…right there
by Phizzzle on Dec 14, 2008 3:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Smitty in Bryant's face
on the replay. Sweet.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:26 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Seriously
Tampa’s D has been nasty today.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
9 possessions, no points
Get those antacids ready, I smell a stomach churning finish.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
The question is
Can we defend Antonio Bryant?
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Another first down
and Tampa’s in FG range. Come on defense.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:32 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
If the defense ever got a turnover
Right now would be pretty optimal.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:33 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Jeez
Another TB receiver with no Falcons around him. I sense a theme.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
How long can you do that
and expect to win?
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:34 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
TB false start
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
False start
Way to shoot yourself in the foot, TB.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Tampa tried to quick snap
and got penalized instead. Serves ya right for being a smart ass.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:35 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Great rush by Abraham
He caused that incomplete.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Correction, Babs
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:36 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
YEAAHHHHHH
Missed it!!
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Please vishnu
burn 3 min off the clock.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Woot woot
Wide, baby, wide. Now we just need a handful of those grinding, 5+ yd Turner runs.
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 3:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
YES!!!!
How bout that D!!!!!!
Time for Matty Ice to go to work!!
by Phizzzle on Dec 14, 2008 3:37 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Ryan throwing on first down?
Not a bad call, but don’t run out of bounds!
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
We need at least two first downs here
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
huge, huge, huge
3rd down
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Tampa has all their timeouts, don't they?
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:40 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
yes, i believe so.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Yes, they do.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
This game has been beaten
With an ugly stick. We’re going to need to move the ball a little to win here.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 3:41 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
And a pass to no one in particular there
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
You've got to be kidding me
A block?
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
block kick
ffs!
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
And just like that
1st and goal
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:43 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Goodness
Please to be a real defense, Falcons. Much of appreciation.
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 3:43 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Happy turnover thoughts I want to think.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:45 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
was it line breakdown or was it a slow punt?
by Funballad on Dec 14, 2008 3:45 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Line breakdown
Someone missed block.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Line, I think. I’m in shock though.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
me too
punting has been great this year.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:47 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Sacked by Abraham!!
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yes!
Back to the 20. Hold them there and a FG is not automatic.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
John Abraham
Is taking the Michael Boley memorial monster descriptions.
by Dave the Falconer on Dec 14, 2008 3:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sweet Lord
This tension is bank-vault thick.
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 3:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
for vishnus sake
do not give up a TD
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Offensive holding!
Cash in that gift, come ON!!!
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Another penalty on TB
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
how about another sack
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Good Lord
They’re letting Warrick Dunn look like Walter Payton out there.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Let's return the favor
BLOCK THAT KICK. BLOCK THAT KICK
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 3:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Vishnu, I beseech you!
Please make them miss, pleaseohpleaseohplease!
Or a block would be poetic justice, too.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Time to get after the block
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Damn
He missed the crossbar by about a foot.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:52 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
i sure hope he does.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:53 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Miracle Matt
Let’s end this thing, now.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Ball at 24 with 37 seconds
I think we’ll probably kneel on it.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:53 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
where do we need to be for elam?
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Looks like OT
Lots of respect for Tampa’s D.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Nope
Two running plays. Playing for OT.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
and we lose the coin toss
pretty much sums it up for the day.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Dammit
TB won the toss. For the love of all that is holy, defense keep them out of FG range.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
AHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
"He's getting better, but he's not there yet ..."
- Bobby Cox (talking about Boyer)
by FrankyWren on Dec 14, 2008 3:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Historically
the team that receives to start OT wins 60% of the time. Just sayin’.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
I hate the NFL OT rules. College gets it right. Both teams get an offensive shot.
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 3:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i agree
just get in FG range is really a handicap to whomever loses the toss.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 3:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I gave Smitty the benefit of the doubt last week
Not sure I can here.
"He's getting better, but he's not there yet ..."
- Bobby Cox (talking about Boyer)
by FrankyWren on Dec 14, 2008 3:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
i can’t really understand not taking a chance there.
Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
by armchair quarterback on Dec 14, 2008 4:00 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Starting in a hole
maybe we can get field position out of this, with a defensive hold.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Our tackler
took Dunn’s helmet off on that play.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 3:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Cadillac
"He's getting better, but he's not there yet ..."
- Bobby Cox (talking about Boyer)
by FrankyWren on Dec 14, 2008 4:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Another 1st down
Arghhh
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by AuditDawg on Dec 14, 2008 4:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Another first down
I don’t like this at all.
by tom slick on Dec 14, 2008 4:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Wire
shuts down the short throw to Dunn. 3rd and 8
by Cerbera on Dec 14, 2008 4:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs