Hi Folks, Time to ask your least favorite sports reporter more questions about the Packers following their 34-0 victory over the Vikings. Sorry if I missed some action due to falling asleep from total boredom - and dangerously low blood pressure, but I'll try to fill in the gaps with the high quality content-free reporting and commentary you all demand.
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Post game chat with Cleft Crusty (Vikings)
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I don't think there's any hard in thinning he deer herd. Decreases the chance of me hitting them on my motorcycle. I still have the road rash scars from a deer vs. motorcycle crash last year. My wife's scars are even worse - but at least we saw that historic football stadium in Steven's point.Originally posted by Harlan HucklebyCleft, I heard during the game that Favre was bow hunting for deer during his time off. Does this change your opinion of him? I used to think he was a nice man.
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Did Childress draft the Vikings QBs? Did Childress trade Randy Moss and get nothing for him? I guess the answer is that I don't know, but I'm certain the decision will be made with all the same careful illogic and poor football instincts with which virtually every other recent Viking move has been made.Originally posted by RastakHello Cleft, when will Childress get fired?
Second, damn fine effort by the Packers. Is Grant the answer at RB?
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Originally posted by Cleft CrustyDid Childress draft the Vikings QBs? Did Childress trade Randy Moss and get nothing for him? I guess the answer is that I don't know, but I'm certain the decision will be made with all the same careful illogic and poor football instincts with which virtually every other recent Viking move has been made.Originally posted by RastakHello Cleft, when will Childress get fired?
Second, damn fine effort by the Packers. Is Grant the answer at RB?
Solid take Cleft.
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It depends on what the question is. ID the question is: Who can the Packers find at running back who can run effectively run and catch the ball as well? Then then Grant is the answer. If the question is, who is the next all pro running back for the Green Bay Packers, Grant is not the answer.Originally posted by RastakHello Cleft,
Second, damn fine effort by the Packers. Is Grant the answer at RB?
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I'm glad you asked, because I was certain this topic would come up and I actually have an answer. Last year at home against the Vikings, Martin was basically the number two receiver behind Driver, and he made a play, in a very 'playless' game - he caught a late, deep pass in coverage to set up a critical game-winning FG. Otherwise he really didn't do much. Today Martin was the number five wide receiver and was able to score two touchdowns. Is he more of a playmaker this year? Of course not. But what he is, is a receiver who is far superior compared to the fifth coverage defensive back of probably any opposing team. And that makes him immensely valuable. If any team tries to take away Driver, Jennings, Jones, and Robinson, Martin will likely be wide open, like you saw today. And with a guy like Favre, who appears completely in control of the offense, he will likely be found (even if underthrown to one).Originally posted by the_idle_threatHi, Cleft!
Ruvell Martin caught a couple of nice TDs today. Does that qualify him as a playmaker?
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I thought they were a bit better than last week - not as many whiffs, and collectively they did a nice job sealing the end of the line on outside runs. Still, they (and pretty much no-one) was able to block E.J. Henderson, but he's a quality LB. Ultimately, you have to give them some credit for a really dominant offensive performance against a solid line.Originally posted by Rivers RutherfordHow was your take on the two much miligned guards for the Packers?
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That's the coaches decision when to pull him. I didn't think it was all that late. You don't want to give up momentum and have a couple of big plays allow the other team back in it, and have you 38 year old starter cold. Coaches probably can see a way they could lose a 34-0 game with 4 minutes left and they probably wait longer than they need to to pull starters. I don't think it's a big deal.Originally posted by Rivers RutherfordWhy was Favre left in the game so long?
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Cleft, describe McCarthy's karma.One time Lombardi was disgusted with the team in practice and told them they were going to have to start with the basics. He held up a ball and said: "This is a football." McGee immediately called out, "Stop, coach, you're going too fast," and that gave everyone a laugh.
John Maxymuk, Packers By The Numbers
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I don't think I'm the best source to answer this question, since I am not a philosopher or a Jainist monk. However, Jainism does place emphasis on the immediate consequences of one's behavior, a virtue that McCarthy seems to apply to all his players, especially running backs. But still, I can't imagine McCarthy walking around with a soft broom to sweep bugs from in front of his path, so as to reduce his ability to harm any life.Originally posted by Maxie the TaxiCleft, describe McCarthy's karma.
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