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Don't forget Ninkovich. Yeah, their line is not exactly trash. I could see how people who aren't familiar with the Panthers giving the Patsies D-line the nod, but I still think that some of it is just due to the Patriots reputation for winning in general. I suspect that everyone will know our D-line by mid-season, and Bills fan will get a terse introduction this Sunday.

I actually think there is validity in both arguments. We didn't take enough shots, there was poor execution during key parts of the game, and D-Will's fumble was the last nail in the coffin and the epitome of s_n_a_t_c_h_ing defeat out of the jaws of victory. Now, I fully expect us to rebound and beat the Bills (If we don't, then it's going to be a long season on the field and especially in the Huddle), but the real test is going to come in week three against the Giants. Beat the Giants, and we're 2-1 heading into the BYE, and all of these whiny, bitchy, ill-informed, extreme threads will gradually disappear.

You're NOT old, my friend. I already told you that I reject that notion being that we are the same age. But, think about it...everybody knows that Seniors rule! Reading glasses and a few grey hairs belie wisdom and power.

Gracias, Senor Scot

How many more do we have to cut?

Barner will get his opportunities to be productive, regardless if it's out of the backfield or not. But, in regards to the backfield, I don't think salaries in front of him will be taken into account in the slightest if he proves to be able to move the chains. Rivera isn't the type of guy who is afraid to sit a man down if he believes the back-up is apt to be more effective. Politics be damned on the sidelines. Everyone wants the player on the field that affords the team the best chance to win (not saying that Barner is or isn't that guy).

It's got to be the right hole.

Nice write-up, Zod. If I didn't know any better I'd think that you must have used a ghost writer (LOL). Seriously, it's nice to see Barner stepping up. He has his entire life, and I'd be highly disappointed if he doesn't do the same in the NFL.