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54 minutes ago, AceBoogie said:

I’ve never once questioned are ability to trade for him. I have questioned his desire to want to play here. He has a no trade clause. He’s not going anywhere he doesn’t want to play. A lot of dominos need to fall before he even has to consider playing here. Hence him still on the Texans roster. You think it’s coincidence that Wentz and Stafford are already gone and he isn’t? It’s because they don’t want to trade him. And when that time comes that conversation doesn’t start with us. A few teams have to say no first. 

Yeah ok, just wait and see.

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50 minutes ago, AceBoogie said:

Oh I 100% don’t think he wants to play in Carolina if you want me to say that again. 
 

But the caveat there is if it comes down to Houston or Carolina. 
 

Many here thinks that’s the case just because David Newton said so and people jumped to it for clicks. 

Lmao more than just David Newton said it, would agree with ya there if that was true. But when you have like 50 different reports from different people well has to be some legs to it.

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7 minutes ago, top dawg said:

That was reported weeks ago. I wouldn't make an overly big deal about it, but I wouldn't discount it either. It makes a lot of sense. He has ties relatively close to Charlotte, and is interested in "coming home."

https://www.google.com/amp/s/247sports.com/Article/Deshaun-Watson-Carolina-Panthers-Houston-Texans-trade-159762257/Amp/

Thanks.  Not sure how I missed that.   

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16 minutes ago, mrcompletely11 said:

Where is it reported he is considering the panthers

Everything being reported is pretty rumor, second, third, fourth, eighth, ninth handed or just speculation. 

I don't doubt there are some back channel communications going on but remember it isn't like anyone can publicly court Watson, that is tampering. 

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30 minutes ago, kungfoodude said:

I am confused about what proof that his article offers about us not being able to compete.

That article is just an article. But it insinuates the Dolphins are interested.

The common sense of not being able to compete comes from multiple angles:

 1. #3 in the draft so even if Texans don’t want Tua they can draft a qb. Not as easily doable with #8.
 

2. They have 2 firsts and 2 seconds. The draft capital that could be offered is obviously more by a large margin. Which leads me to...

3. They’re a 10-6 team and legitimately up and coming. QB is one of their few holes. It just makes sense. Even without their picks, if you plug in Watson they’d have a team that could easily rival the Bills and take the division. While I think Saleh is going to be great, that sentiment isn’t remotely true for the Jets or the Panthers.

4. Watson will actually play for a competitor AND be close to home.

5. And more of a side note - the Dolphins are known for diversity and minority hirings, clearly a plus for Watson.

6. Cap. Sure their cap spending is about on par with the Panthers. Well except their actually paying contributing players and have a whopping 500k dead money vs. the Panthers 23 million (and that is an old figure it’s much higher now). What does that mean? Probably that the Dolphins don’t really need a long term plan...they’re already almost there. Watson would get it done. On the other side - the Panthers could only offer what could and hopefully will be 2-3 years in the future because for this year and next they’re strapped. Will Watson be ok waiting? Not sure about that.

7. Oline. Sure the Dolphins ranked as one of the worst. But why? Because they heavily invested in it. High draft pick rookies. And although not a huge feat they have improved by doing so. That oline’s trajectory is going up and will bloom. Plus they actually are showing with the new regimen it’s a priority. The Panthers well...they’re struggling to sign their one good player due to cap, so they’ll tag him. They literally have no answers for all the other positions and depth. If they finally take the oline seriously they can hope to be where the Dolphins are in two years - high investment, and improvement in long term answers.

So yea I’m trying to find an angle we could compete with the Dolphins. Do you have one? Clemson maybe? We have his QB coach? We have better weapons...but not the cap to resign them. That’s a short list.

Ultimately the Panthers can only offer Watson a vision and Watson will have to be ok with that.
 

The Dolphins can offer evidence their vision is coming into fruition, and QB is the primary missing peice of the puzzle.

So yea. We can’t compete. We really can’t compete with the Jets either but maybe in the sense that they too will only have a vision to offer.

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1 minute ago, kungfoodude said:

Everything being reported is pretty rumor, second, third, fourth, eighth, ninth handed or just speculation. 

I don't doubt there are some back channel communications going on but remember it isn't like anyone can publicly court Watson, that is tampering. 

Aaron Wilson's "quarterback limbo" article had some info on teams that he was interested in.

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9 minutes ago, BurnNChinn said:

Lmao more than just David Newton said it, would agree with ya there if that was true. But when you have like 50 different reports from different people well has to be some legs to it.

Exactly. There was some piece a few days ago trying to intimate that the only reason any of this had legs was due to Newton. I basically told the author that his assumption was B.S. I told him, if anything, the La Canfora article was the real fuel behind the Panthers-Watson story's national energy.

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30 minutes ago, top dawg said:

You're discounting our young talented players who are extremely compelling as trade capital, and you're totally discounting Watson's wishes in the matter. And, honestly, both the Jets and the Dolphins would have to be willing to give up their picks (and Houston would have to be interested in Tua or Darnold).

No sorry, the Dolphins have a much better argument. See my post above. I’m not discounting what we have, only putting it in perspective and comparison. ‘Talented’ players. If they’re compelling as trade capital that means they’re NOT compelling for Watson only to the Texans.

The Texans do not have to be interested in Darnold or Tua because they’d likely get the 2 or 3 pick in the draft for a new QB. Not so with 8. That is much more appealing for a franchise that *should* be rebuilding.

You guys can keep fooling yourselves saying the Panthers have just as much to offer as the Jets or Dolphins but if you’re considering the circumstances of the no trade clause and that both the Texans AND Watson will have to be satisfied, the Panthers are not remotely in discussion with those two teams unless Watson himself has a urning desire to only play for the Panthers no matter the cost which I find laughable.

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11 minutes ago, onmyown said:

That article is just an article. But it insinuates the Dolphins are interested.

The common sense of not being able to compete comes from multiple angles:

 1. #3 in the draft so even if Texans don’t want Tua they can draft a qb. Not as easily doable with #8.
 

2. They have 2 firsts and 2 seconds. The draft capital that could be offered is obviously more by a large margin. Which leads me to

3. They’re a 10-6 team and legitimately up and coming. QB is one of their few holes. It just makes sense. Even without their picks, if you plug in Watson they’d have a team that could easily rival the Bills and take the division. While I think Saleh is going to be great, that sentiment isn’t remotely true for the Jets.

4. Watson will actually play for a competitor AND be close to home.

5. And more of a side note - the Dolphins are known for diversity and minority hirings, clearly a plus for Watson.

6. Cap. Sure their cap spending is about on par with the Panthers. Well except their actually paying contributing players and have a whopping 500k dead money vs. the Panthers 23 million (and that is an old figure it’s much higher now). What does that mean? Probably that the Dolphins don’t really need a long term plan...they’re already almost there. Watson would get it done. On the other side - the Panthers could only offer what could and hopefully will be 2-3 years in the future because for this year and next they’re strapped. Will Watson be ok waiting? Not sure about that.

7. Oline. Sure the Dolphins ranked as one of the worst. But why? Because they heavily invested in it. High draft pick rookies. And although not a huge feat they have improved by doing so. That oline’s trajectory is going up and will bloom. Plus they actually are showing with the new regimen it’s a priority. The Panthers well...they’re struggling to sign their one good player due to cap, so they’ll tag him. They literally have no answers for all the other positions and depth. If they finally take the oline seriously they can hope to be where the Dolphins are in two years - high investment, and improvement in long term answers.

So yea I’m trying to find an angle we could compete with the Dolphins. Do you have one? Clemson maybe? We have his QB coach? We have better weapons...but not the cap to resign them. That’s a short list.

Ultimately the Panthers can only offer Watson a vision and Watson will have to be ok with that.
 

The Dolphins can offer evidence their vision is coming into fruition, and QB is the primary missing peice of the puzzle.

So yea. We can’t compete. We really can’t compete with the Jets either but maybe in the sense that they too will only have a vision to offer.

I agree that Miami makes the most sense, although I would caution that you might want to check the map on the "close to home." The distance between Gainesville, GA and Houston/Miami is about +2 hrs in the favor of Miami. That doesn't fit with that specific point.

I imagine it will ultimately come down to basically two factors, where Watson is willing to go and what is offered. If Watson absolutely does or doesn't want to go to "X" teams, they will or won't be in it. So whatever teams he is willing to accept being traded to, then it comes down to the bidding war. Maybe we make a bigger offer than the other suitors, maybe not?

We probably won't know until well after the trade is completed who bid what.

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8 minutes ago, Mr. Scot said:

Aaron Wilson's "quarterback limbo" article had some info on teams that he was interested in.

Yeah but that is also unlikely to be from his mouth. More likely someone he knows, his agent, etc, etc. 

I don't doubt that there is definitely some truth to at least some of the rumors but there is also likely a bunch of BS floating around, as well. 

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43 minutes ago, top dawg said:

You didn't explain anything to me I told people that Stafford wasn't coming here from the beginning because he was not interested in a rebuild at all. I follow this stuff.

As for Watson, if he decides that he doesn't want to go to the Jets (which is very possible) because he believes that his contract would set them back and render them pretty useless for several years, then he won't go to the Jets. If in fact he is considering the Panthers (as has been reported), we have a legitimate shot at landing him. We have the capital, and we have the resources to placate the Texans, and we have DW's ear (so to speak), so I don't know what your theory is. At this point, we are a legit contender for his services, if he decides that he's never playing for the Texans again.

 

You won’t find a single legitimate report saying he’s considering the panthers. Not this early. 

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Data Issues Company File Errors: Use the Sage 50 Data Verification and Repair tools to check and repair company file issues. Backup and Restore Problems: Ensure backups are saved in a location with sufficient space and restore using the correct version of Sage 50. 8. Advanced Features Multi-User Mode Sage 50 supports multiple users working on the same company file simultaneously. Key aspects include: User Roles and Permissions: Assign different roles to users, such as Admin or Sales, to control access levels. Hosting Options: Host the company file on a dedicated server or use Sage’s hosting services for remote access. Inventory Management Sage 50 offers advanced inventory tracking features: FIFO and Average Costing: Choose your preferred inventory valuation method. Barcode Scanning: Speed up inventory management with barcode scanning. Inventory Reports: Generate reports to monitor stock levels, sales trends, and reorder points. Custom Reporting Create custom reports tailored to your business needs using Sage 50’s reporting tools or third-party integrations like Microsoft Excel and Crystal Reports. 9. Integrations and Add-Ons Sage 50 can be extended with various add-ons and integrations to enhance functionality: Third-Party Apps: Integrate with apps for CRM, e-commerce, time tracking, and more via the Sage Marketplace. Data Import/Export: Import and export data using Excel, CSV, or other formats. API Access: Developers can use the Sage 50 SDK or API for custom integrations. 10. Training and Resources Online Resources Sage University: Offers online courses and tutorials for learning Sage 50. Webinars and Workshops: Live and recorded sessions covering various Sage 50 topics. Books and Guides Sage 50 for Dummies: A comprehensive guide for beginners. The Sleeter Group’s Sage Resources: Detailed books and resources for advanced users. 11. Maintaining Your Sage 50 Regular Updates Keep Sage 50 updated to ensure you have the latest features and security patches. Enable automatic updates or check for updates manually through the Help menu. Data Backup Regularly back up your company file to prevent data loss. Use Sage 50’s built-in backup feature or a third-party backup solution. Year-End Procedures Prepare for year-end by reconciling accounts, reviewing financial reports, and closing the books. Consult with a CPA or Sage Consultant for best practices. 12. Advanced Tips and Best Practices To maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of Sage 50, consider implementing the following advanced tips and best practices: Utilize Custom Fields Sage 50 allows you to add custom fields to forms and transactions, providing more flexibility in tracking information specific to your business. Automate Recurring Transactions Set up recurring transactions for expenses, invoices, and journal entries to save time and ensure consistency. Leverage Memorized Reports Memorize frequently used reports with specific filters and customization settings to quickly generate and review essential business insights. Implement Workflow Automation Utilize Sage 50’s workflow automation tools to streamline routine tasks, such as sending invoice reminders and tracking project milestones. Regularly Reconcile Accounts Ensure that your bank accounts, credit cards, and other financial accounts are regularly reconciled to maintain accurate records and identify discrepancies promptly. Conduct Periodic Data Reviews Regularly review your data for accuracy, including verifying customer and vendor information, reviewing transaction history, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. 13. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) To further assist users, here are answers to some frequently asked questions about Sage 50: How do I upgrade from Sage 50 Pro to Sage 50 Premium or Quantum? Upgrading from Sage 50 Pro to Premium or Quantum involves purchasing the desired version and following the installation instructions. Your existing company file can be opened in the new version, and the software will prompt you to upgrade the file format. Can I switch between different industry editions of Sage 50? Yes, you can switch between different industry editions of Sage 50 by selecting the appropriate settings in the company preferences menu. How do I resolve issues with syncing data between Sage 50 and other applications? Data syncing issues can often be resolved by ensuring both applications are updated to the latest versions, verifying internet connectivity, and checking for compatibility issues. Consult the support documentation for both applications for specific troubleshooting steps. What is the best way to handle data migration to Sage 50? For data migration, it’s recommended to use Sage 50’s built-in import tools or third-party data migration services. Ensure that your data is clean and well-organized before starting the migration process to avoid errors and discrepancies. How can I secure my Sage 50 data? Secure your Sage 50 data by implementing strong password policies, regularly backing up your data, using Sage 50’s built-in encryption features, and limiting user access based on roles and permissions. How do I troubleshoot Sage 50 installation errors? Common installation errors can be resolved by checking system requirements, ensuring all necessary updates are installed, running the installer as an administrator, and consulting Sage’s installation guides and support resources for specific error codes. How do I customize invoices and other forms in Sage 50? You can customize invoices and other forms by accessing the Forms Designer tool in Sage 50. This tool allows you to add your company logo, change fonts and colors, and rearrange fields to match your branding and preferences. How do I set up multi-user mode in Sage 50? To set up multi-user mode, you need to install Sage 50 on each user’s workstation and designate a central location for the company file (such as a server or a dedicated workstation). Ensure that each user has the necessary permissions and that network sharing is configured correctly. How do I manage inventory in Sage 50? Sage 50 provides robust inventory management tools, allowing you to track inventory levels, set reorder points, manage assemblies and components, and generate inventory reports. You can also use features like barcode scanning to streamline inventory management. How do I generate and customize reports in Sage 50? You can generate and customize reports by accessing the Reports menu and selecting the desired report type. Use the customization options to filter data, change report formats, and add or remove fields. Save custom report settings for future use. 14. Conclusion Sage 50 is a powerful and versatile accounting solution designed to meet the needs of various industries. With its advanced features, industry-specific tools, and comprehensive support options, Sage 50 enables businesses to manage their finances effectively and efficiently. Whether you are in construction, manufacturing, nonprofit, professional services, or retail, Sage 50 offers the functionality and flexibility required to handle your unique accounting needs. By leveraging the extensive help and support resources available, you can ensure that you are getting the most out of Sage 50 and driving your business toward success. Through this guide, we’ve covered the essentials of installing, setting up, navigating, and utilizing Sage 50. We’ve also discussed the various support options available to help you troubleshoot issues and enhance your use of the software. By following best practices and utilizing the advanced features of Sage 50, you can streamline your accounting processes, gain valuable insights into your business, and make informed financial decisions. Remember, the key to maximizing your Sage 50 experience is to stay informed, utilize the available resources, and seek help when needed. Whether through official Sage support channels, third-party experts, or self-help resources, the support ecosystem around Sage 50 ensures that assistance is always within reach. By staying proactive and engaged with your accounting software, you can ensure that Sage 50 continues to be an invaluable tool for your business, helping you achieve your financial goals and maintain a strong, healthy financial position.
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