Crow Served For Dinner

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Everybody grab a fork and eat up.

I thought Vernand Morency would have 1500 yards by seasons end behind a greatly improved offensive line. While the season isn't over and thus we can't completely rule it out, its safe to say Morency will be closer to 150 yards than 1500. Boy, was I ever wrong on that one.

Everybody grab a bite and share a story.

[BallHawk]

I will eat crow for saying Morency will be a 1,000 yard back.

A few of you guys should be eating some crow for doubting that Ruvell Martin can be an effective receiver.

I never doubted you, Ruvell. :tup:

[Scott Campbell]

I was secretly worried that we'd suck this year. I deserve a kick in the ass for my lack of faith.

[Bretsky]

Everybody grab a fork and eat up.

I thought Vernand Morency would have 1500 yards by seasons end behind a greatly improved offensive line. While the season isn't over and thus we can't completely rule it out, its safe to say Morency will be close to 150 yards than 1500. Boy, was I ever wrong on that one.

Everybody grab a bite and share a story.

Is this kind of like a crow confessions thread ? Here's my crow; and I'm more than happy to eat it for this one

I thought TT's approach to free agency, or lack of it, would result in this team having little to no chance to make the playoffs. I underestimated TT's overall performance.

BTW, good thread idea.

[Bretsky]

I will eat crow for saying Morency will be a 1,000 yard back.

A few of you guys should be eating some crow for doubting that Ruvell Martin can be an effective receiver.

I never doubted you, Ruvell. :tup:

HEY, THIS ISN'T ONE OF THOSE I TOLD YOU SO THREADS :lol:

We both agree that he's the best #5 receiver in the NFL. To me that is right where he should be :wink:

[Oscar]

Me being a silly Packer fan....I think I'll browse down past the Ruvell molested thread and past the Moss thread and go way beyond the Wrex thread and re-read the James Jones stuff... :shock: It's good to be 8-1.. :lol: :lol:

[BF4MVP]

Given Favre's statistics the last two years, I was beginning to question whether or not he really did give us a better chance to win than Aaron Rodgers

[oregonpackfan]

I will eat crow by predicting the Packers would finish 9-7 and privately thinking (Why the hell am I making such a "high" number of wins? Am trying to be too much of a PC Packer fan when I really feel they will be 6-10?)

[Oscar]

I thought Alcorn would be a player. I also thought Morency was gonna step in without the O missing a beat..

[Joemailman]

I thought Morency and Brandon Jackson would be an effective 1-2 punch at RB.

[the_idle_threat]

I thought Cullen Jenkins would be playing (and putting up numbers) at a Pro Bowl level. Hasn't happened, although it's not too late. :D

[Partial]

I thought Cullen Jenkins would be playing (and putting up numbers) at a Pro Bowl level. Hasn't happened, although it's not too late. :D

I thought he'd be close. He certainly looked the part last year and in pre-season. For whatever reason, we never hear about his injuries but when we do they always seem fairly severe. Seems to me that much like Al he should be resting but he is gutting it out to keep KGB in his specialist role (thats whats best for the team)

[Tyrone Bigguns]

I will eat crow for saying Morency will be a 1,000 yard back.

A few of you guys should be eating some crow for doubting that Ruvell Martin can be an effective receiver.

I never doubted you, Ruvell. :tup:

Effective? Hmm, I think that is open to debate. Our 5th receiver vs. their 5th db.

[Lurker64]

I thought Brandon Jackson would be decisive at hitting holes, and be a dynamic threat in the short passing game. I also thought he wouldn't get tackled by dirt.

[FritzDontBlitz]

Everybody grab a fork and eat up.

I thought Vernand Morency would have 1500 yards by seasons end behind a greatly improved offensive line. While the season isn't over and thus we can't completely rule it out, its safe to say Morency will be close to 150 yards than 1500. Boy, was I ever wrong on that one.

Everybody grab a bite and share a story.

Is this kind of like a crow confessions thread ? Here's my crow; and I'm more than happy to eat it for this one

I thought TT's approach to free agency, or lack of it, would result in this team having little to no chance to make the playoffs. I underestimated TT's overall performance.

BTW, good thread idea.

I'm at the table with you on that meal, Bretsky. I was superpissed about not getting Moss, BUT I thought Wynn would be the steal of the draft. God was I wrong on both counts, BUT I was one of the first ones to see something in Ryan Grant after the screen pass in week two coupled with all the "he reminds us a lot of Dorsey Levens" comments.

Also, I was expecting big thangs out of Greg Jennings after I saw his footage from his record setting days at Western Michigan, BUT I was kinda pissed they didnt let him start as a KR and give him time to come along slowly while TTT let Gardner, Fergy and Borighter shoulder the receiving load.

So, I have a bit of overcooked rancid and festering crow to chow on from last season too.... :oops:

[MJZiggy]

I thought Pope'd be a player and that Marquand would finally get it together. :oops: I also predicted a paltry 10-6 on the season, so I share Joe's angst.

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I thought Justin Harrell would be starting by now. Turns out he never cracked the rotation and eventually got hurt. Grape juice tastes good with crow.

[mraynrand]

I will eat crow for saying Morency will be a 1,000 yard back.

A few of you guys should be eating some crow for doubting that Ruvell Martin can be an effective receiver.

I never doubted you, Ruvell. :tup:

Effective? Hmm, I think that is open to debate. Our 5th receiver vs. their 5th db.

Maybe you're both right, but not for the reasons you suspect. Ruvell is effective as a receiver because he's better as a #5 than the fifth db on most/all teams. But he's not effective as a #3 or perhaps even a #4, because he's just not that good. So it's more a measure of the Packer's depth at WR more than Martin's talent.

[MJZiggy]

I don't care as long as he keeps getting his crotch grabbed in the end zone stands...sorta gives a whole new meaning to that "Caption This" thread, doesn't it?

[HarveyWallbangers]

I thought Brandon Jackson was a great pick. I thought Daryn Colledge would be another Mike Wahle (although it's not too late for that).

[Partial]

How's it taste? Does it feel good? Turns out we're not all fortune tellers after all :lol:

[Him8123]

I thought we would be 10-6 for the year losing to SD and Denver teams we already beat. I thought Morency would have a pretty good year with Jackson. I don`t have to eat too much crow. I always drink lots of koolaid every year and think we can win every game. But seriousness I thought we would be good enough to get in the playoffs, just did`nt think we could be the number 1 seed.

[SkinBasket]

I'm fairly omnipotent and my sister's hot friend is a clairvoyant, but even we didn't think the Lions would ever have a winning season with Millen at the helm. Although a 6-10 season is still technically possible, even that would be twice as many wins as I thought they would have.

[Spaulding]

Gotta eat crow for my doubt that this team although decent (I was thinking 10-6 with a first round exit in the playoffs) was still a playmaker or two away from contending next year. Was also worried that this would be the year that Harris saw his play decline and that Woodson got injured.

Now how's that song from the 80's go? "The futures so bright, we gotta wear shades?"

[Zool]

I thought for sure that Jackson would turn out to be at least solid. I figured between him and Morrency there would be 1200 yards not 1200 feet.

[Joemailman]

Take a bow if you thought Favre would have more passing yards right now than Brady or Manning.

[Cheesehead Craig]

I thought for sure that Jackson would turn out to be at least solid. I figured between him and Morrency there would be 1200 yards not 1200 feet.
Same here. I thought Morency would break out this year as well.

[rpiotr01]

Thought Hawk would make the Pro-bowl.

Never doubted our ability to move the ball, but I thought we'd have much more trouble scoring TDs.

Didn't think Jennings could be that kind of deep threat, and when he caught that jump ball Sunday it became official - we may have really replaced Walker afterall.

Didn't think MM's offense would be as dynamic as it has been.

Knew Lee would have a rebound season, but not like this. He should make the Pro-Bowl.


Lots can change though, there's still half a season left.

[KYPack]

Two Crows for me to eat (Kentucky Fried Crow, BTW)

A friend of DeShawn Wynn's family came up to me at my gym and went on at length about how proud DeShwan was to be a Packer (Wynn's from Cincy) and how committed he was to show the world he got screwed at FLA. I was gonna post at length about it, but only fired off a small post on the subject. I reserve the right to regurgitate this crow if Wynn comes on like crazy next year.

One I gotta swallow is my problem with TT. I've never felt we have gotten our fair share of the street FA market. NO rebuilt their D last year with the Scott Fujita's of the world, while we always seem to get the Adrian Klemm's.

TT's philospophy is to go with the kids. I've always felt rookies get ya beat. Now I see TT's point. Street FA's have only so much to offer. A low ceiling if ya will. But they do know the job. So the street FA is gonna take practice reps from the young kid that might become a superstar. The Donald Lee, the Bigby, etc.

I give up, I'll eat mine & give TT his due on that one. Keep finding these great kids & I'll quit worrying why we don't sign Nate Clements or Wil Witherspoon when we got the $.

[PaCkFan_n_MD]

If Grant can keep it up, then I will eat crow on not signing AG.

I would eat crow on Moss, but I think both sides were right. If Moss was on this team I think he would have had added an unbelievable dimension, but on the other hand we are getting along nice without him. No one eats crow IMO.

Also, I have always like TT and his methods, but I always wanted him to be more aggressive in free agency. Hopefully, we can keep winning and I can be wrong about that to.

[Fritz]

Me on draft day 2007: "James Jones? Who the f#7^%*%&^!!! is James Jones???"

[Tyrone Bigguns]

I will eat crow for saying Morency will be a 1,000 yard back.

A few of you guys should be eating some crow for doubting that Ruvell Martin can be an effective receiver.

I never doubted you, Ruvell. :tup:

Effective? Hmm, I think that is open to debate. Our 5th receiver vs. their 5th db.

Maybe you're both right, but not for the reasons you suspect. Ruvell is effective as a receiver because he's better as a #5 than the fifth db on most/all teams. But he's not effective as a #3 or perhaps even a #4, because he's just not that good. So it's more a measure of the Packer's depth at WR more than Martin's talent.

Rand, you have it down. My "point" was the term effective. I never doubted that a HUGE receiver could be better than another team's worst DB..and those guys are usually not big.

Martin is what he is...a bottom of the rotation guy. Woudn't be surprised to see him go weeks without another decent game. There are only so many times you go with 5.

But, if you or anybody else feels comfortable thinking that we are going with 5 WRs and putting the game in Martin's hands then they are crazy.

[Tyrone Bigguns]

Me on draft day 2007: "James Jones? Who the f#7^%*%&^!!! is James Jones???"

Isn't that why the pat TT the big bucks? To find the WTF guys.

If not, then ANYBODY could be a GM.

[swede]

I thought Clowney was going to be Greg Jennings II.

He wasn't even Clowney the first.


I thought 9 wins was the right amount of optimism.

We might have 10 wins by Thanksgiving leftovers.

[MadScientist]

I had predicted 9 wins and was thinking I was chugging koolaid for thinking that high. I thought the o-line would make for a much improved run game so that everything wouldn't be piled onto Brett.

I thought Moss would be a trouble maker for any team and was glad the Packers didn't get him.

Oh well, 8-1 crow is pretty tasty.

[Tarlam!]

How's it taste? Does it feel good? Turns out we're not all fortune tellers after all :lol:

One of your best thread ideas, ever, Partial!

My crow portion is well earned. I was totally against getting Moss in, I thought he was washed up.

I also banked on Wynn becoming the surprisingly successful feaute back.

Like Harvey, I thought College would break out this year. He still might, but, the year is more than half over (reg. season). Same with Collins, same with Hawk.

I think I predicted 9 wins, but I did have a lot of "ifs" and "thens" in one thread that led me to 12-4. I wasn't firm in my beliefs.

I aslo thought TT's true genius would be revealed after the Harrell pick.

Somebody please pass the corn bread? And, why cant we pluck the damned feathers before we have to eat this shitty bird??

[Scott Campbell]

I was really down on KGB, and thought Ted needed to cut him. I was wrong. Amazing what can happen with players when you put them in position to play to their strengths.

[KYPack]

I was really down on KGB, and thought Ted needed to cut him. I was wrong. Amazing what can happen with players when you put them in position to play to their strengths.

I'll take some of that. I forgot how down I was on Kabeer. Couldn't see paying that $ to a part-timer, but he was worth it, yes he is.

[The Leaper]

I will eat plenty of crow picking GB to only win 7 games...although I did think they would be a better team than last year, just not in terms of wins due to a tougher schedule. I will eat crow for being upset with not getting Moss...since our WR corp right now is one of the best in the league I think, without the headcase potential.

[retailguy]

I was really down on KGB, and thought Ted needed to cut him. I was wrong. Amazing what can happen with players when you put them in position to play to their strengths.

I'll take some of that. I forgot how down I was on Kabeer. Couldn't see paying that $ to a part-timer, but he was worth it, yes he is.

Well, we all thought different things. I was soundly criticized for standing up for KGB during all the "hate", but then again, I thought I was drowning in Kool-aid for picking 6-10.... Hmm. Still don't like the run game, but remarkably they haven't missed it. That still baffles me... :wink:

I also didn't have much faith in Bigby, or in Donald Lee. I also didn't believe so many young players could step up and play together well, thinking that one or more would create holes that others couldn't fill. Other than the OL, this hasn't happened.

serve me some, I surely deserve it too. 8-1.... Good Lord, I cannot believe it, yet, it's true.... :shock:

[HarveyWallbangers]

Well, we all thought different things. I was soundly criticized for standing up for KGB during all the "hate"

I think those that "hated" KGB were in the minority, so I doubt you were soundly criticized. I'd like to see that thread. Why not keep him around? We had the money. I think that's how most people felt.

[Partial]

KGB has been nothing short of spectacular this year. I think now that he sees how well is playing in his limited role, he'll prefer it. It will preserve his time in the league as well as keep his body healthier for the post-football aspect of his life.

I have been extremely impressed with him in this position where I was cynical last year.

[Scott Campbell]

I was soundly criticized for standing up for KGB during all the "hate"....


Critisized for KGB? I don't think so.

99% of the critisism you endured this offseason is because of the certainty of your conviction that we would suck. I think every team's fans including the Dolphins deserve some hope for the upcoming season. It bugged me when some here said that we had absolutely no chance, and called people idiots for thinking that maybe we had a shot. Who wants to hang around in here all summer for a pity party? It's one thing to worry about potential problem areas, but another thing entirely to completely dismiss the folks who held out hope.

I acknowledge it could have just as easily gone the other way. And man, did I ever dread that possibility. I'm glad you're able to enjoy the winning. It's also nice to see you enjoying yourself more in here.

[HarveyWallbangers]

I'm glad you're able to enjoy the winning. It's also nice to see you enjoying yourself more in here.

Agreed. I'm not sure if Merlin is enjoying it or not. I haven't heard from packnut. The Optimistic Realist Club is looking for new members--to replace Bretsky.

[Charles Woodson]

I will eat crow for saying Morency will be a 1,000 yard back.

A few of you guys should be eating some crow for doubting that Ruvell Martin can be an effective receiver.

I never doubted you, Ruvell. :tup:

Now hold up...
I like ruvell but i think your taking that a lil too far.
I never doubted he could be a good backup reciver but you were saying he start for a lot of teams at the 2nd reciver position. Hes had one good game all year. I dont think that is means for eating crow

[Scott Campbell]

http://www.nola.com/sports/t-p/index.ssf?/base/sports-29/117300068065150.xml&coll=1

You identify your need position and start bringing in guys for visitis. Doing NOTHING is un-acceptable. Some of you might have forgotten that Thompson is actually getting a PAYCHECK every damn week. He ain't working for charity my friends.

It's pretty funny how several here criticize the Bears for being cheap, yet Thompson is doing the same thing Angelo is- NOTHING.

It does'nt hurt to bring guys in and talk. It's called making an effort. Now you can sit around and make fun of other teams for spending but the fact is SEVERAL teams have gotten better and NO ONE can dispute that FACT.

NO, you can't win championships buying free agents, but you can build a base by establishing a need and then going out to fill that need.

Some of you are so fooled by those last 4 games that you forget the previous 12. May-be some here should go back and look at the Jet's and Pat's games where we were THOROUGHLY embarrased and then tell me how this team is fine as it stands. Go back and watch WR's running untouched. Go back and watch the NUMEROUS times Manuel bit on PA or just did'nt have the speed to get deep, and then tell me TT is doing a fine job not bringing Grant or Hamlin in to talk.

Some of you follow Thompson so blindly that you have lost all logic and reason and most importantly your memory of what it's like to watch another team, not just beat us, but DESTROY us and of all places in LAMBEAU.

[KYPack]

"TT is doing a fine job not bringing Grant or Hamlin in to talk."

Which Grant were we supposed to sign, or talk to? Ulysses Grant? Shit, we traded for Ryan Grant!

+ This is an "eat crow" thread.

You are supposed to to admit how stupid you were, not point out how Nostradamus-like you were.

[retailguy]

"TT is doing a fine job not bringing Grant or Hamlin in to talk."

Which Grant were we supposed to sign, or talk to? Ulysses Grant? Shit, we traded for Ryan Grant!

+ This is an "eat crow" thread.

You are supposed to to admit how stupid you were, not point out how Nostradamus-like you were.


:?:

I think Scott posted something old of pacnuts? i don't get your meaning?

[Scott Campbell]

RG's right. I got on a roll and posted it to the wrong thread. Whoops.

[Partial]

I can feel a big week from Morency. 1400 yards in 7 weeks and I will be correct and you all will eat my crow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :wink: :(

[retailguy]

RG's right. I got on a roll and posted it to the wrong thread. Whoops.


I got something right? :shock: Holy F!CK! :P :wink:

[GBRulz]

Yeah, I'll take a serving, too....

I thought the lack of running game would hurt us... so I predicted 7-9, but really I just predicted low so I wouldn't be in for a let down :wink:

Ok, yeah I thought it was a big mistake TT didn't resign Green.

I also thought Alcorn would be our breakout TE this year....

[Partial]

I think its more effective if everyone eats their own crow voluntarily instead of forcing crow on someone.

[MadtownPacker]

I think its more effective if everyone eats their own crow voluntarily instead of forcing crow on someone.Just eat your bird and shut the hell up! :x

I need to eat a whole flock of crow for thinking that the people in GB might be a bunch of uptight whiteys. It was the friendliest place I have every been. I would move there if I could.

Ill take some more for wanting moss. He may he played great in G&G but the no name guys that are catching the ball now are just fine.

[RashanGary]

I thought Hawk would have a better year than Barnett. I thought he would have a probowl type season.

I thought Harrell would be a good member of our Dline rotation

I thought Mike Hawkins was the next Dieon Sanders (Oh god, I was an idiot). It's amazing how much one can learn in 3 years of forum debate.

I liked Patrick Dendy

I liked Brady Poppinga

[Freak Out]

I'm not having crow tonight....I'm having Alaskan King Crab and Salmon.

[Bretsky]

I'm not having crow tonight....I'm having Alaskan King Crab and Salmon.

I made my wife and family Seafood Alfredo; turned out great. Nailed it to perfection. I should really have three wives so they could all enjoy me :lol:

[Freak Out]

I'm not having crow tonight....I'm having Alaskan King Crab and Salmon.

I made my wife and family Seafood Alfredo; turned out great. Nailed it to perfection. I should really have three wives so they could all enjoy me :lol:

Ha ha!

Don't you have all daughters? I seem to remember something about a third on the way as well.

[Bretsky]

I'm not having crow tonight....I'm having Alaskan King Crab and Salmon.

I made my wife and family Seafood Alfredo; turned out great. Nailed it to perfection. I should really have three wives so they could all enjoy me :lol:

Ha ha!

Don't you have all daughters? I seem to remember something about a third on the way as well.

Yes, I have two daughers, and a third little one of the way Feb eighth. We decided to wait on finding out the sex so I can do my boy rain dances before bed each evening for a few more months

[KYPack]

I'm not having crow tonight....I'm having Alaskan King Crab and Salmon.

I made my wife and family Seafood Alfredo; turned out great. Nailed it to perfection. I should really have three wives so they could all enjoy me :lol:

That would be the Campbell dept.

[MadtownPacker]

We decided to wait on finding out the sex so I can do my boy rain dances before bed each evening for a few more monthsThe Saturday night before the PR game will help you on your mission. :)

[KYPack]

I think its more effective if everyone eats their own crow voluntarily instead of forcing crow on someone.Just eat your bird and shut the hell up! :x

I need to eat a whole flock of crow for thinking that the people in GB might be a bunch of uptight whiteys. It was the friendliest place I have every been. I would move there if I could..

You've been to the promised land, Bro. Now you'll head back there for the rest of your life.

I do.

[MadtownPacker]

I will be there next year for the PackerRats game.

[Tarlam!]

I will be there next year for the PackerRats game.

Obviously, I can't make a promise to be there, but damned if I don't try my darndest to be there. After all the fun this year, I would hate having to read about it only next year.

Besides, I wanna see Mad's rematch with the Sister of Gozilla!

[run pMc]

Save some crow for me.
When the schedule came out for this season I wasn't sure they'd get 6 or 7 wins. I'm happy to be wrong!

[wist43]

Crow about predictions??? Absolutely, gladly so...

Crow about a few players??? Yes... Jones has stepped right in as a competent #3, Jennings (derided the pick, but did a quick about face after seeing him in training camp last year) has proved to be the real deal, and my favorite player, Nick Barnett, has proven that even stupidity can be overcome by repetition.

Not crow about the things that have led to our current success.

Offensively, I've been saying all along that the combination of run blocking scheme/passing system cannot play SB calibur ball w/o a pro bowl calibur QB. Favre is having perhaps his best season... I give the credit to both Favre and McCarthy. McCarthy and Philbin have put together some great game plans.

If I'm not mistaken, the Packers are the most pass heavy team in the league (65% or so, I'm guessing - too lazy to look it up)... it is to McCarthy and Philbin's credit that they're not "running the ball, just to run it" - as McCarthy said.

Defensively, the only way this scheme can be effective is with an outstanding DL. While I thought the DL was the strength of the team, they've been even better than I thought they could be. Sanders really doesn't need to blitz much... this DL is one of the best in the league.

8-1 is sweet!!! 8-)

[swede]

No fair.

Wist marinated his crow in wine and rosemary, deboned the meat and roasted it a l'orange and served it with a nice red wine, not too dry.

It's not supposed to be pleasant! :x

[Bretsky]

No fair.

Wist marinated his crow in wine and rosemary, deboned the meat and roasted it a l'orange and served it with a nice red wine, not too dry.

It's not supposed to be pleasant! :x


Here I thought Wist was ready to throw in the towel and eat a bit of crow on Nick Barnett :wink:

It's great to eat crow when things turn out better than expected

[Tarlam!]

This thread is waiting for Woody, but, I doubt he has the balls to post on this thread.

[Bretsky]

This thread is waiting for Woody, but, I doubt he has the balls to post on this thread.


I think Partial created this thread to be fully voluntary and good spirited

[Tarlam!]

I think Partial created this thread to be fully voluntary and good spirited

Sorry. You are right and I was out of order.

[wist43]

No fair.

Wist marinated his crow in wine and rosemary, deboned the meat and roasted it a l'orange and served it with a nice red wine, not too dry.

It's not supposed to be pleasant! :x

And it was delicious!!!! :thank: :thank:

[Scott Campbell]

....... and my favorite player, Nick Barnett, has proven that even stupidity can be overcome by repetition.



Wist, that might be the finest backhanded compliment I've ever read. My side hurts from laughing.

:D

[vince]

This is a good (and humbling) thread.

I gotta eat it on Abdul Hodge (big time), and Bob Sanders, whose neck I was perfectly willing to slit about 12 games into the season last year. He just might be a keeper! :oops:

I saving a serving for Harrel, but I'm full today!

[mmmdk]

I gotta eat it by predicting a 7-9 Packer 2007 season. Yummy! :)

[oregonpackfan]

and my favorite player, Nick Barnett, has proven that even stupidity can be overcome by repetition.

Well, Wist.

At least you are consistent in always using Barnett as a scapegoat.

Will you consider eating Crow 3 X if he is selected to the Pro Bowl? Yes, it could happen, as he is receiving accolades from around the league. :)