That Aud Smell

Is he, though? Is he? Also: We are left pining for the Danny Gares of the game.

I thought I saw a clip suggesting that the Sabres mixed it up a bit at some point after Quinn's injury. But looking at the box score, I just see some double minors for roughing. What's become of Cozens? He showed clear signs of being a guy who would not put up with that sh1t. Perhaps Adams and/or Granato have him second-guessing/managing that aspect of his game/nature.

When I watched that replay, one of my first reactions was "that kid's gotta learn to take better care of himself." I felt Hertl's play was cheap (not dirty - just cheap (two hands on the numbers and shoving a player towards the boards)), but I also felt that Quinn put himself in a vulnerable position.

possibly. but less so if they remember to shoot da puck.

Lol - I said "kid," but didn't mention she was 21 at the time, injured while playing college ball. I recall the doc saying "Weber B" and "unstable," for sure. [Homer voice] Stupid unstable Weber B. And I take your imparted lesson: These are all situational.

what about fibular fractures that are the result of a "high energy" (?) force and end up displaced? i know nothing, but am not just pulling this out of my behind. one of my kids once had that happen - doc initially called it a grade A (weber?) but then it evolved to a grade B. or something. we'd hoped for a non-surgical healing but then the thing wound up showing as displaced. she may have returned to play a little sooner because she got hardware put in. anyhoo. quinn's my favourite player on the team, so this is a bummer.

Given that there was surgery and an ~8 week timetable, I inferred that it was maybe a fibula fracture (but no tibia). Have our resident MD’s weighed in? If it’s a lower leg/ankle fracture, that should be a clean, complete recovery.

I’m clowning around here. And you were being a bit grumpy!

Mmm Kay.

“Disagreeing” with a question (how?) isn’t answering it. I really hope it’s not a serious injury.

If I’m wagering, I’d bet even money that they don’t crack 90 points. And if I were getting odds, I’d consider taking at or under 80.

American Thanksgiving. Look to where your club is in the standings at American Thanksgiving. If they’re not in a playoff spot then, there is a strong chance they won’t be there at the end of the season either. There are exceptions and outliers, sure. They only prove the rule, imo.

To use an @inkman line: This gave me a sad.

I'd counter by suggesting that, of late, he's been completely absent. (For perhaps obvious and good reason.)

I am fine with any course of action, including a complete tear down. There's not a single player on this roster that I feel should absolutely not be traded. They have skidded into being one of my least favourite Sabre teams ever.

This is an interesting take/idea. Are there linkelages you can provide? Just off the cuff, the Chiefs' ability to solve zone schemes would make sense given the effing mind meld genius that Mahomes and Kelce share. 87 just knows where to go and sit down to get a catch. I've watched/heard him interviewed about his craft. He may play the role of the goofy, carefree bro, but that guy is a fu*king tactician and clinician when it comes to zone beaters.

Given how obviously limited he was when he did punt, I inferred that his crucial role as the kick holder was what caused the coaching staff to roll the dice with him. Those three players - the long snapper, holder, and kicker - develop such a crucial chemistry during the season that I can see McDermott reasonably taking the gamble. Ironically, it was Bass who nonetheless failed to deliver on a critical kick.

Deadspin has mostly had its bones picked clean by private equity, but there is at least one "After Dark" transcript out there on teh interwebs. It appears that it was a free for all of sorts, with staff writers and "members" (readers? trolls?) just keeping a chat going in the wee hours. https://deadspin.com/monday-night-football-after-dark-broncos-raiders-5047058

I believe that the "after dark" thing arose from the sports blogging world that pre-dated sports on Twitter and other forms of social media. I specifically recall Deadspin - back when it was authentic and interesting (and even trend setting) - having an "After Dark" live blog feature where some staff writers would live blog whatever was going on in the (sports) world and then dedicated readers would follow along and sound off in the ... comments? I'm not even sure how that worked, tbh. I did not participate. I was a bit older than the target demographic. I had young kids. I was trying to sleep. Anyway, "after dark" just became shorthand for "yo, we all up mad late (for sportz)" sort of thing.

Maybe not the first -- but certainly right at the front of the line. I appreciate the positive take and statement of hope.

Did you hear his post-game press conference? He was counting on the element of surprise. (Apparently he's still on his 9/11 sh1t.) *flees room*

I was at the game, so I didn't hear what they said. In theory, I guess it's not an unreasonable call -- to fake it in that situation. It would have made some sense to conclude: The D can't stop the Chiefs tonight. If we punt here, the game's effectively over. The play call just looked horrendous in every way imaginable. I have doubts/reservations about how Hamlin plays after coming back from the dead (totally understandable if he were a tick slower than he used to be!). I guess I wish they had a better looking fake punt call in the bag.

There's gutsy and then there's being foolhardy. A fake run from your own ~30 on 4th and 5 is foolhardy, imo. The play looked awful from the hop -- slow, plodding, equivocal. Hard to say which was worse -- the call or the execution.

One of the beat reporters from TBN stated that the Bills were unaware that the Chiefs had 10 players on the field when they called it in from the sideline.

Hat tip to our fearless leader @SDS. Other than the National Weather Service (lol - I'm such a funking nerd), this board is my favourite place on the internet. And thanks for the mention, @inkman. I enjoy so many posters here, including you. I especially enjoy when posters have a distinct "voice." There are many who manage that. Including inky, yes. @PASabreFan as well. Many others. Whither @Eleven? e-RIP @X. Benedict.