Post game chat with Cleft Crusty (at Detroit)

[Cleft Crusty]

Hi Folks,

Sorry to be starting late on the chat, but I watched from at home, and just following Woodson's INT TD, a large tree blew into power lines, killing the TV feed and the internet. Now, Being a stubborn old man, I figured I could fix it myself, so I got out the trusty extension ladder and leaned it up against the lines, and headed up with my chain saw, all primed and started - to cut back the offending branch. Well, Crusty's wife was a bit worried that Crusty would be electrocuted, but I wasn't to be denied. Unfortunately, as I reached the top of the ladder, I began to feel the signs of an impending heart attack. I was in A-fib! Fortunately, or unfortunately, that resulted in the chain saw getting too close to the electrical wire, and sending God knows how many volts through Crusty's body. Now two wrongs usually don't make a right, but doggone it if that electrocution didn't stop the fibrillation! Long story short: Crusty is alive, the electric is on generator back-up and it's time for questions. Fire away.

[BallHawk]

What'd you think of McCarthy's playcalling in the 2nd half? It seemed lackluster compared to the 1st half.

What do you think needs to be done with this OL? They are committing way too many penalties.

[Cleft Crusty]

What'd you think of McCarthy's playcalling in the 2nd half? It seemed lackluster compared to the 1st half.

What do you think needs to be done with this OL? They are committing way too many penalties.

Got pretty conservative, didn't it? Sometimes, and this is just a minor observation (as I don't like to question play-calling), but it seems as though McCarthy is pretty stubborn about game plan. If he thinks they should be able to run the ball (or pass it), by God they are going to do it - even if it doesn't work. It can be a dangerous thing to be stubborn.

[Lurker64]

Rodgers finished the game with a QB rating of 116.99561403508774. That sounds pretty good, do you think that's an accurate indicator of how well he played today?

[Cleft Crusty]

Rodgers finished the game with a QB rating of 116.99561403508774. That sounds pretty good, do you think that's an accurate indicator of how well he played today?

I calculated it at 116.9956140350879, but who am I to quibble? What's not to like about Rodgers' game? He was able to make all the throws and even run for first downs. The fumble was a fifty-fifty sort of thing - he should have gotten rid of the ball sooner, but Clifton needs to block that better. Would you rather have Rodgers or Jon Kitna?

[mission]

Rodgers finished the game with a QB rating of 116.99561403508774. That sounds pretty good, do you think that's an accurate indicator of how well he played today?

I calculated it at 116.9956140350879, but who am I to quibble? What's not to like about Rodgers' game? He was able to make all the throws and even run for first downs. The fumble was a fifty-fifty sort of thing - he should have gotten rid of the ball sooner, but Clifton needs to block that better. Would you rather have Rodgers or Jon Kitna?

Brett.

[Pacopete4]

Rodgers finished the game with a QB rating of 116.99561403508774. That sounds pretty good, do you think that's an accurate indicator of how well he played today?

I calculated it at 116.9956140350879, but who am I to quibble? What's not to like about Rodgers' game? He was able to make all the throws and even run for first downs. The fumble was a fifty-fifty sort of thing - he should have gotten rid of the ball sooner, but Clifton needs to block that better. Would you rather have Rodgers or Jon Kitna?

Brett.

Hell, I wasn't even aware we had the option of having Jon Kitna on our team...

[Cleft Crusty]

Rodgers finished the game with a QB rating of 116.99561403508774. That sounds pretty good, do you think that's an accurate indicator of how well he played today?

I calculated it at 116.9956140350879, but who am I to quibble? What's not to like about Rodgers' game? He was able to make all the throws and even run for first downs. The fumble was a fifty-fifty sort of thing - he should have gotten rid of the ball sooner, but Clifton needs to block that better. Would you rather have Rodgers or Jon Kitna?

Brett.

Mission, I think you are just a rabble rouser! Seriously, folks. Did you see some of the nice plays Rodgers made on the move. Moves in rolling our, running, and even sneaking and ducking ot of sacks. Some teams have gone 50 or so years and still haven't replaced their great quarterback. Packer fans should be happy that they have a QB as skilled as Rodgers to follow Favre (no matter whether they agreed with the decision to can Favre or not).

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I am. And I agree with you.

A-Rod for president, VP, MVP, MVQBP-BRETT!!!

[Cleft Crusty]

Rodgers finished the game with a QB rating of 116.99561403508774. That sounds pretty good, do you think that's an accurate indicator of how well he played today?

I calculated it at 116.9956140350879, but who am I to quibble? What's not to like about Rodgers' game? He was able to make all the throws and even run for first downs. The fumble was a fifty-fifty sort of thing - he should have gotten rid of the ball sooner, but Clifton needs to block that better. Would you rather have Rodgers or Jon Kitna?

Brett.

Hell, I wasn't even aware we had the option of having Jon Kitna on our team...

You didn't. But Pecos, would you take Kitna on a bet after what you saw today? Mike Holmgren got rid of him 7 years ago. What does that tell you?

[Joemailman]

Cleft, will Jessica Simpson be at the Packer/Cowboy game next week?

[Lurker64]

Brandon Jackson made a few nifty plays today, other times he was the same dancing concrete mannequin that drove Packer fans crazy in the early part of 2007. Is there hope for this guy?

[Cleft Crusty]

Cleft, will Jessica Simpson be at the Packer/Cowboy game next week?

I sure hope so! But I'm not sure the wife will let me go. She's still holding a grudge for making her ride on the back of the Harley to a high school stadium in Arkansas this past summer. Plus, I have to get some sort of pass to get into the game and the press box. Being semi-retired, they usually make me watch it on a monitor in the visitors' locker room.

[BF4MVP]

Cleft, will Jessica Simpson be at the Packer/Cowboy game next week?

I'll buy her a ticket..

Right after I buy myself one, of course

Edit: Sorry to step on your turf, Cleft..I just hadda throw that in..Im not sure why haha

[Cleft Crusty]

Brandon Jackson made a few nifty plays today, other times he was the same dancing concrete mannequin that drove Packer fans crazy in the early part of 2007. Is there hope for this guy?

He has definite potential, but hasn't seen the field enough. It should be obvious right away that he has more wiggle and explosiveness than Lumpkin. Lumpkin is an efficient, secure runner, but he has no exceptional skills. Jackson has a high ceiling.