I don't really understand why we had to redo this since now no one bid on any players.
Odd. Although this pretty much sums up our league.
Anyway...
Auction winners:
Sunil - Steven Jackson - $22 - $1 Dead Money
Rojan - Reggie Wayne - $35 - $1
Ticil - Eli Manning - $24 - $1
JJ - LaDanian Tomlison - $40 - $1
Seans - Larry Fitzgerald - $33 - $1
Neil - Peyton Manning - $37 - $1
Sanjay - Terrell Owens - $37 - $1
Jerry - Steve Smith - $26 - $1
God this was a horrible process.
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Green Bay is doing the right thing
Mike McCarthy went on record yesterday saying that Aaron Rogers is the starting QB, which is the move they finally had to be made. It's not a matter of whether or not Favre can still play, which I think everyone knows that he can.
It's a matter of finally telling a player, no matter how great you are, you can't hold a team hostage year after year. Favre threw for over 4000 yards last year, so for a team that was a win away from the Superbowl to do this it must mean that their frustration with a wishy washy player is boiling over.
And Roger Goodell is wrong to force the Packers to deal Favre.
I would have put him on the practice squad.
Friday, July 25, 2008
How did we miss this?
Schroeder Retires As Packer
May 22, 2008
10:39:56
By SportsTicker
PA SPORTSTICKER PRO FOOTBALL NOTE
GREEN BAY, Wisconsin (Ticker) -- Wide receiver Bill Schroeder, who played five seasons with the Green Bay Packers, informed the team Thursday of his decision to retire as a member of the club.
The announcement has been a long time in coming for Schroeder, who has not played in the NFL since appearing in seven games for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2004.
Schroeder played with the Packers from 1997-2001, catching 225 passes for 3,435 yards and 20 touchdowns in 74 games.
"It was a great privilege to have played for the Packers for the majority of my NFL career," Schroeder said. "I am honored that the Green Bay Packers have allowed me to end my playing days as a member of one of the greatest franchises in professional sports."
In 111 career games, Schroeder made 304 receptions for 4,583 yards and 28 TDs.
May 22, 2008
10:39:56
By SportsTicker
PA SPORTSTICKER PRO FOOTBALL NOTE
GREEN BAY, Wisconsin (Ticker) -- Wide receiver Bill Schroeder, who played five seasons with the Green Bay Packers, informed the team Thursday of his decision to retire as a member of the club.
The announcement has been a long time in coming for Schroeder, who has not played in the NFL since appearing in seven games for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2004.
Schroeder played with the Packers from 1997-2001, catching 225 passes for 3,435 yards and 20 touchdowns in 74 games.
"It was a great privilege to have played for the Packers for the majority of my NFL career," Schroeder said. "I am honored that the Green Bay Packers have allowed me to end my playing days as a member of one of the greatest franchises in professional sports."
In 111 career games, Schroeder made 304 receptions for 4,583 yards and 28 TDs.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
How Carson Palmer won my heart
I never thought much of Carson Palmer... thought he was over-rated coming out of college, won the Heisman only cause everyone else was pretty average that year. Today, I change my mind on this brilliant young man.
Is it because of this picture?:
Maybe a little, but not the whole reason. No, today he wins my heart and all my love for the following audio:
Obviously we all know that the Buckeys are the devil's minion, Jim Tressel being the devil. I mean, look at those shifty eyes and red sweater vests. Evil personified.
Is it because of this picture?:
Maybe a little, but not the whole reason. No, today he wins my heart and all my love for the following audio:
Obviously we all know that the Buckeys are the devil's minion, Jim Tressel being the devil. I mean, look at those shifty eyes and red sweater vests. Evil personified.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Maybe Sanjay has a point
http://www.bannedinhollywood.com/popularity-of-beer-pong-leads-to-rise-in-cold-sores
Popularity of Beer Pong Leads to Cold Sore Transmission
July 21, 2008
(AP ATLANTA) A new report today from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that HSV-1, the virus that causes cold sores is on the rise for beer pong players aged 17-21. The precipitous jump (up 230% from 2007) has caused concern for a number of school officials and parents.
“This epidemic is something we should pay close attention to. We’re aware that we cannot outright prevent [beer pong], so we have provided new red cups available to all students in the dorms,” said President of Arizona State University, Michael M. Crow.
President Crow supported prohibition-only alcohol education before his term but has since changed his position.
Adding, “As young adults, the responsibility falls on their shoulders to make the best possible decisions. At the end of the day, we hope they take a long look before playing.”
Of those polled, 9 out of 10 would practice unsafe pong with this player.
Janet Henderson, whose son Jake is a sophomore at Harvard, wants him to think long and hard.
“Ideally, I’d love for my son to wait until he gets his diploma before playing, but kids will be kids. I did all I could to teach him the consequences of unprotected beer pong play, but he needs to make the decision for himself.”
Janet recalled, “His father and I met after he made a double bounce to send it to three cup overtime. I fell in love with his smooth, quick release . It was perfectly timed and he could hit his target when the pressure was on.”
Dr. Cole Desorio, a CDC spokesman, urges students to find new games to play,
“Flip cup is great because each individual has their own cup. If it’s absolutely necessary to play beer pong, use the waterfall method. Many young adults, when asked if they practice safe pong, responded that they rinse the ball after it bounces off the table. CDC statistics have shown that rinsing has a negligible effect on the prevention of HSV transmission.” He went on the record, “We’re here to educate students on the dangers of [beer] pong and other casual drinking games. If we can get just one person to abstain, we’ve done our job.”
CDC Safe Pong Tips:
-Discard cups after every use, reusing cups can compromise their protective integrity
-Get tested regularly
-Stacking cups can spread the risk of transmission of HSV
-Beirut is not a safer alternative to beer pong
-Remember! Alcohol may impair the ability to practice pong safely
BIH Safe Pong Tips:
- Use a clean beer pong table rather than a closet door.
Popularity of Beer Pong Leads to Cold Sore Transmission
July 21, 2008
(AP ATLANTA) A new report today from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that HSV-1, the virus that causes cold sores is on the rise for beer pong players aged 17-21. The precipitous jump (up 230% from 2007) has caused concern for a number of school officials and parents.
“This epidemic is something we should pay close attention to. We’re aware that we cannot outright prevent [beer pong], so we have provided new red cups available to all students in the dorms,” said President of Arizona State University, Michael M. Crow.
President Crow supported prohibition-only alcohol education before his term but has since changed his position.
Adding, “As young adults, the responsibility falls on their shoulders to make the best possible decisions. At the end of the day, we hope they take a long look before playing.”
Of those polled, 9 out of 10 would practice unsafe pong with this player.
Janet Henderson, whose son Jake is a sophomore at Harvard, wants him to think long and hard.
“Ideally, I’d love for my son to wait until he gets his diploma before playing, but kids will be kids. I did all I could to teach him the consequences of unprotected beer pong play, but he needs to make the decision for himself.”
Janet recalled, “His father and I met after he made a double bounce to send it to three cup overtime. I fell in love with his smooth, quick release . It was perfectly timed and he could hit his target when the pressure was on.”
Dr. Cole Desorio, a CDC spokesman, urges students to find new games to play,
“Flip cup is great because each individual has their own cup. If it’s absolutely necessary to play beer pong, use the waterfall method. Many young adults, when asked if they practice safe pong, responded that they rinse the ball after it bounces off the table. CDC statistics have shown that rinsing has a negligible effect on the prevention of HSV transmission.” He went on the record, “We’re here to educate students on the dangers of [beer] pong and other casual drinking games. If we can get just one person to abstain, we’ve done our job.”
CDC Safe Pong Tips:
-Discard cups after every use, reusing cups can compromise their protective integrity
-Get tested regularly
-Stacking cups can spread the risk of transmission of HSV
-Beirut is not a safer alternative to beer pong
-Remember! Alcohol may impair the ability to practice pong safely
BIH Safe Pong Tips:
- Use a clean beer pong table rather than a closet door.
Owner's Meeting July 2008
1. Franchising rules
A. Trading for franchised players - pros & cons
B. Penalties for trading players
C. Cap hits/dead money for players that don't get bid on.
D. Which season these changes go into effect.
It was agreed upon that franchised players can be traded with no penalty to any team involved in the trade. (no loss in ability to franchise in the future, no cap hit, no dead money, etc.) Team are allowed to carry more than one franchised player on their roster, if acquired through trade. No team may franchise a second player if one has already been franchised by them. Dead money still applies to any team that drops any franchised player. The bidding process will be re-done this year, as previously mentioned in Sunil's email. The bidding price for any franchised player will begin at the 2008 price plus $1. Trades that occured after the franchising period began (Jason witten and Donald driver trades) will be cancelled.
2. Rookie contract length - 3 years
3. Tradeable assets - how far in the future can you trade draft picks. - Only can trade 3 seasons in advance, so this year can only trade up to 2011 picks
4. OffSeasonCommish duties - Remains with Sunil, Issues can only be brought up in the offseason.
A. Rule tracking
B. Website updating
C. Handling BS
4. Message Board Validity - Did not discuss, but items discussed and 'agreed' upon in emails or message boards are not valid unless agreed to at an owners' meeting. Rules will be recorded at these meeting and website will be updated as OSC has time to do so. OSC and ISC keep track of the rules and their interpretations.
5. Sunil's hat size - Vegas has the over/under set at 10.5 - Actual size: 8 3/4. Paul is the only one who picked the under, he wins the right to buy Sunil a new hat.
6. League vote - Is Abel a homo? - Unanimously yes, 10 - 0
7. 2008 Key dates
Protected Roster Due Date: 08/17/08 at 11:59pm
Draft Date: 08/24/08 at 4pm at Sanjay's house
Trade Deadline: Monday of Week 10
Roster Freeze: Tuesday of Week 13 at 11:59pm
8. Walk in item - Individual player scoring for return TDs. This was proposed by Sanjay and voted down by everyone else.
All the changes will go into effect for this season. We will have a meeting every July to discuss any ideas/proposals for that year. Hopefully i didn't forget anything, i left my notes on sanjay's table. hopefully he didn't edit them.
A. Trading for franchised players - pros & cons
B. Penalties for trading players
C. Cap hits/dead money for players that don't get bid on.
D. Which season these changes go into effect.
It was agreed upon that franchised players can be traded with no penalty to any team involved in the trade. (no loss in ability to franchise in the future, no cap hit, no dead money, etc.) Team are allowed to carry more than one franchised player on their roster, if acquired through trade. No team may franchise a second player if one has already been franchised by them. Dead money still applies to any team that drops any franchised player. The bidding process will be re-done this year, as previously mentioned in Sunil's email. The bidding price for any franchised player will begin at the 2008 price plus $1. Trades that occured after the franchising period began (Jason witten and Donald driver trades) will be cancelled.
2. Rookie contract length - 3 years
3. Tradeable assets - how far in the future can you trade draft picks. - Only can trade 3 seasons in advance, so this year can only trade up to 2011 picks
4. OffSeasonCommish duties - Remains with Sunil, Issues can only be brought up in the offseason.
A. Rule tracking
B. Website updating
C. Handling BS
4. Message Board Validity - Did not discuss, but items discussed and 'agreed' upon in emails or message boards are not valid unless agreed to at an owners' meeting. Rules will be recorded at these meeting and website will be updated as OSC has time to do so. OSC and ISC keep track of the rules and their interpretations.
5. Sunil's hat size - Vegas has the over/under set at 10.5 - Actual size: 8 3/4. Paul is the only one who picked the under, he wins the right to buy Sunil a new hat.
6. League vote - Is Abel a homo? - Unanimously yes, 10 - 0
7. 2008 Key dates
Protected Roster Due Date: 08/17/08 at 11:59pm
Draft Date: 08/24/08 at 4pm at Sanjay's house
Trade Deadline: Monday of Week 10
Roster Freeze: Tuesday of Week 13 at 11:59pm
8. Walk in item - Individual player scoring for return TDs. This was proposed by Sanjay and voted down by everyone else.
All the changes will go into effect for this season. We will have a meeting every July to discuss any ideas/proposals for that year. Hopefully i didn't forget anything, i left my notes on sanjay's table. hopefully he didn't edit them.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Trade #2208.3
Rojan trades to Jake Donald Driver in exchange for 2-2009 second picks (Jakes and Jerry's acquired through Jake) and a 2010 3rd round pick.
Thanks,
Sunil, OSC
Thanks,
Sunil, OSC
Franchise update - Reggie Wayne
Rojan has overbid Jerry and the final price on Reggie Wayne is now $51.
Dead money potential $16.
Dead money potential $16.
The Auction is now over
There was only one bid and that was by Jerry Chandy bidding $50 for Reggie Wayne.
Rojan now has 24 hours (9 am tomorrow) to bid over that price.
Rojan now has 24 hours (9 am tomorrow) to bid over that price.
Monday, July 7, 2008
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