- They played the Eagles last week, and have a long list of folks banged up or out. We have our own injuries but have more rest and preparation time. Seahawks should have a slight advantage.
- Tampa's wins came against the Falcons, Texans, and Giants. All have 1-3 records , so not juggernauts, and they barely beat them. We have wins against the Steelers, Saints, and Cardinals. Only the Saints are shitty. So the Bucs defensive and offensive ratings look impressive, but against what level of competition? I'll take our performances to date over theirs.
- Mike MacDonald with 3 extra days to prep? Not what I'd want if I'm the Bucs.
I like how the game sets up, so now it's up to the guys to bring the heat, play Seahawks football. The game could come down to sack opportunities, and whether we get Mayfield on the ground, or does he get away and run for a first downs. I think we'll get pressure, so have to take advantage of those.
On the flip side, TB brings pressure frequently, so does Sam get the ball out to his hot reads on time and burn them until they decide blitzing is a bad idea? Or, does he make mistakes under pressure, which he has not done to date.
Separate comment - I saw "Him" last night, and "The Smashing Machine". A highly recommend movie double-bill!!!
Both films directed to within an inch of their lives. Both with clear comments on the mentality, good and bad, of competitive people. Personally I preferred Smashing Machine (do not be surprised if Dwayne Johnson gets major acting award nominations, he genuinely goes toe-to-toe against Emily Blunt which is damn impressive), but Him is still really good.
Definitely notable how the fighting movie is less about physical contact than the football movie. And the real story movie is scarier and darker than the horror movie. Seriously, watch these two as a double bill for a fascinating time.
Not sure how much I put in that QB statistic, but goddamn if it isn't a reminder just how insane TB12 was!!! Here's a list of some of the very best (and Mac) proving they are amazing, oh and Tom did it four times not just once!!!
Mahomes is nuts and can do things no other QB can dream of. But he's no TB12. If anything I take the above list as yet more evidence to take shot at QB, keep looking for great instead of settling for ok. Geno was ok, Darnold so far is looking like the right move. Still got a ways to go to the Superbowl but I'll stand by MM and JS who are probably at least trying something.
Thursday night was confusing for me. As a football fan I found myself admiring the 49ers grit, team effort, and coaching. As a Seahawks fan I hate that they do anything well.
As the season wears on, I think the best teams with the best backups usually win out. Think psst the starters and look at the number 2s and practice squad.
* A conclusion drawn by an NFL-sponsored study is of limited value, especially when (surprise surprise) the conclusion is that which the NFL wants drawn
* A trend is interesting but irrelevant to the issue of whether Mike McDonald can leverage the extra days. I.e., that the minibye is not an advantage in general does not mean that it is never an advantage to a well-coached team with a good roster
As someone who has taken a healthy interest in bad science for the past 20 years I can say with complete sincerity that the vast majority of studies are absolute trash because they're affected by special interests and maintaining the status quo. You would be amazed at the audacity of the lies that are told but rarely get called out because nobody wants the money machine to be turned off.
It's not just me who says this either. Here are comments from the editors of The Lancet and New England Journal of Medicine saying they don't believe anything they print in their own journals. Harvard is one of the worst offenders of putting out fraudulent research... their nutritional studies are absolute garbage.
So yeah, I don't put much belief behind the NFL saying "nothing to see here".
What it told me is that a lot coaches don’t take full advantage of an opportunity. Unsurprising when you consider that, historically, only ~20% of NFL coaches have winning records.
Julian Love being out REALLY scares me. He is the dependable leader of the secondary. Who plays now? Coby + EMan or Okada? Just saying the names in my head makes me want to look down and hold onto the railing for balance.
We'll miss Julian no doubt, but the guys looked fine with him out before. Okada and Bell have had lots of reps, and they have Bryant out there with them, and EJ. I think they'll be fine and maybe better than that.
I was going to say that it should provide. So thank you for that little bit of forgotten CBA rules. Clearly top coaches likely boost that 2.2 when higher. But it’s been “evened”. With that. My competitiveness and desire to win, yeah I’m working with coaches, scheming, film etc.
I guess the silver lining with these injuries is that there is still time for our secondary players to prove themselves. Riq gets another opportunity to change minds. Kendrick gets another opportunity to show he's earned more nickel corner playing time. Emmanwori gets another opportunity to debut his talents. Bell/Okada get another opportunity to be more than special teams assets.
And, if any of these guys is a disaster, we'll find out about that too.
Last night’s game looked like week 16 with playoff implications. I can’t imagine any team, much less the aging 9ers, sustaining that for 12 more games. Did they even lay a hand on Stafford? Can’t imagine his back lasting out the season, either.
I'd be curious if the several studies were addressing the benefit for the first game played at the end of the bye/mini-bye, or if it applied to the entire remainder of the season. IOW, if no bye/mini-bye existed, would the teams performance suffer by the final games in the season?
Yeah, I'd like to see the study design. Perhaps on average there is no benefit, but that doesn't mean certain teams aren't finding ways to find an advantage. I'm not sure I'd want to give Mike MacDonald 3 more days to study my offense. Chasing edges.
Our next TNF game is against the Rams Dec.18. They will be coming off facing the Lions on Sunday. We'll play the Colts. Both games will be here at home. I can't imagine the injuries to both of the Niner's QBs will have improved, especially if last night's damage to Jone's knee opens the need to have Purdy return early. Only time off can heal them. Is it me, or are we seeing exceptional efforts being made by this year's rookies across the board?
Plus, they would have played longer so more chances of injury. Not that I would want anyone to be seriously hurt. Maybe a couple months off for CMC and Stafford.
All joking aside I think we are good enough that we do not need any injuries to happen.
Things I wonder going into the Bucs game;
- They played the Eagles last week, and have a long list of folks banged up or out. We have our own injuries but have more rest and preparation time. Seahawks should have a slight advantage.
- Tampa's wins came against the Falcons, Texans, and Giants. All have 1-3 records , so not juggernauts, and they barely beat them. We have wins against the Steelers, Saints, and Cardinals. Only the Saints are shitty. So the Bucs defensive and offensive ratings look impressive, but against what level of competition? I'll take our performances to date over theirs.
- Mike MacDonald with 3 extra days to prep? Not what I'd want if I'm the Bucs.
I like how the game sets up, so now it's up to the guys to bring the heat, play Seahawks football. The game could come down to sack opportunities, and whether we get Mayfield on the ground, or does he get away and run for a first downs. I think we'll get pressure, so have to take advantage of those.
On the flip side, TB brings pressure frequently, so does Sam get the ball out to his hot reads on time and burn them until they decide blitzing is a bad idea? Or, does he make mistakes under pressure, which he has not done to date.
Should be a great game. Hope we win.
Separate comment - I saw "Him" last night, and "The Smashing Machine". A highly recommend movie double-bill!!!
Both films directed to within an inch of their lives. Both with clear comments on the mentality, good and bad, of competitive people. Personally I preferred Smashing Machine (do not be surprised if Dwayne Johnson gets major acting award nominations, he genuinely goes toe-to-toe against Emily Blunt which is damn impressive), but Him is still really good.
Definitely notable how the fighting movie is less about physical contact than the football movie. And the real story movie is scarier and darker than the horror movie. Seriously, watch these two as a double bill for a fascinating time.
Not sure how much I put in that QB statistic, but goddamn if it isn't a reminder just how insane TB12 was!!! Here's a list of some of the very best (and Mac) proving they are amazing, oh and Tom did it four times not just once!!!
Mahomes is nuts and can do things no other QB can dream of. But he's no TB12. If anything I take the above list as yet more evidence to take shot at QB, keep looking for great instead of settling for ok. Geno was ok, Darnold so far is looking like the right move. Still got a ways to go to the Superbowl but I'll stand by MM and JS who are probably at least trying something.
Thursday night was confusing for me. As a football fan I found myself admiring the 49ers grit, team effort, and coaching. As a Seahawks fan I hate that they do anything well.
As the season wears on, I think the best teams with the best backups usually win out. Think psst the starters and look at the number 2s and practice squad.
Fortunately, I like our depth in the secondary. Not so sure about our LBs. God forbid Jones goes down!
Re the minibye:
* A conclusion drawn by an NFL-sponsored study is of limited value, especially when (surprise surprise) the conclusion is that which the NFL wants drawn
* A trend is interesting but irrelevant to the issue of whether Mike McDonald can leverage the extra days. I.e., that the minibye is not an advantage in general does not mean that it is never an advantage to a well-coached team with a good roster
As someone who has taken a healthy interest in bad science for the past 20 years I can say with complete sincerity that the vast majority of studies are absolute trash because they're affected by special interests and maintaining the status quo. You would be amazed at the audacity of the lies that are told but rarely get called out because nobody wants the money machine to be turned off.
It's not just me who says this either. Here are comments from the editors of The Lancet and New England Journal of Medicine saying they don't believe anything they print in their own journals. Harvard is one of the worst offenders of putting out fraudulent research... their nutritional studies are absolute garbage.
So yeah, I don't put much belief behind the NFL saying "nothing to see here".
https://rosemarycottageclinic.co.uk/blog/2020/01/15/corruption-of-medical-research-in-the-words-of-the-worlds-top-journal-editors/
Yeah … I didn’t follow that.
The league says that Thursday games don’t change much? Ya don’t say?
From a sports betting perspective, in football, rest means a quite a bit. Both strategically and health wise.
A study by the NFL on schedules that they want, is like Coke Cola doing a study that shows sugar isn't detrimental to your health.
That is a perfect analogy!
What it told me is that a lot coaches don’t take full advantage of an opportunity. Unsurprising when you consider that, historically, only ~20% of NFL coaches have winning records.
Yeah. How did the coaches spend their time?
Julian Love being out REALLY scares me. He is the dependable leader of the secondary. Who plays now? Coby + EMan or Okada? Just saying the names in my head makes me want to look down and hold onto the railing for balance.
We'll miss Julian no doubt, but the guys looked fine with him out before. Okada and Bell have had lots of reps, and they have Bryant out there with them, and EJ. I think they'll be fine and maybe better than that.
Plus Emmanwori is going to play.
Okada is playing as good as anyone right now.
I was going to say that it should provide. So thank you for that little bit of forgotten CBA rules. Clearly top coaches likely boost that 2.2 when higher. But it’s been “evened”. With that. My competitiveness and desire to win, yeah I’m working with coaches, scheming, film etc.
lol. Shortest ever SJ article. “Do teams…”. First line. “No”. With shaking head video. Nice.
I guess the silver lining with these injuries is that there is still time for our secondary players to prove themselves. Riq gets another opportunity to change minds. Kendrick gets another opportunity to show he's earned more nickel corner playing time. Emmanwori gets another opportunity to debut his talents. Bell/Okada get another opportunity to be more than special teams assets.
And, if any of these guys is a disaster, we'll find out about that too.
Plus contract leverage...? Why pay big bucks for x if z is plenty capable in this scheme...
Last night’s game looked like week 16 with playoff implications. I can’t imagine any team, much less the aging 9ers, sustaining that for 12 more games. Did they even lay a hand on Stafford? Can’t imagine his back lasting out the season, either.
I'd be curious if the several studies were addressing the benefit for the first game played at the end of the bye/mini-bye, or if it applied to the entire remainder of the season. IOW, if no bye/mini-bye existed, would the teams performance suffer by the final games in the season?
Yeah, I'd like to see the study design. Perhaps on average there is no benefit, but that doesn't mean certain teams aren't finding ways to find an advantage. I'm not sure I'd want to give Mike MacDonald 3 more days to study my offense. Chasing edges.
Our next TNF game is against the Rams Dec.18. They will be coming off facing the Lions on Sunday. We'll play the Colts. Both games will be here at home. I can't imagine the injuries to both of the Niner's QBs will have improved, especially if last night's damage to Jone's knee opens the need to have Purdy return early. Only time off can heal them. Is it me, or are we seeing exceptional efforts being made by this year's rookies across the board?
I was pissed at the Rams for not kicking the FG in OT. I wanted both teams to get half a loss (a tie.)
I was pissed that they ran. In that situation, you put the ball in the hands of your best players (I.e., Stafford and Nakua)
Plus, they would have played longer so more chances of injury. Not that I would want anyone to be seriously hurt. Maybe a couple months off for CMC and Stafford.
All joking aside I think we are good enough that we do not need any injuries to happen.