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I haven't really paid too much attention to the clinching possibilities honestly. I am just looking forward to Saturday's game. I've made it known for quite some time that I don't typically watch the Steelers, Bengals games. I hate that team, their fans, their coach, the color yellow, Penguins, Pirates, and just about anything else about that city. That being said, I will be watching this weekend. I hope Browning goes into Pittsburgh and kicks the shit out of them. Nothing would please me more about this season. That and watching Tomlin spiral further out of control.

Now Browning saying he should have acknowledged the team more and that it wasn't just his revenge game against the Vikings. To that I say, who cares? Seriously. I think everyone knows that it's a team game and that was a team win, while simultaneously understanding that Jake had some extra motivation heading into that one and it showed after getting the win. I don't blame him and don't think he should be regretting any of that. If someone was offended by what he said, I invite them to go fuck themselves. The Vikings had 60 minutes to keep that moment from happening. Didn't happen. Now go put that same focus into action against the Steelers Saturday Jake !!!

Agree that Burrow probably wants to throw the ball every chance he can. He's one of those guys that wants the ball in his hands. I like that and trust in his ability, but the it should be VERY apparent what this new found balance could do for him moving forward. Just use the run to set up his passing opportunities better. The coaches should be pointing this out for consideration and discussion. I'm sure that probably happening. If not, IT NEEDS TO.

Yeah, free agency is going to obviously change lines of thought as this moves forward, but I like to speculate about what may be... Mims is another one of those players that I would have next to zero concern with. Trying to help the interior of the o-line would be a plus as well.

I think that's awesome. Burrow has to feel good about his involvement with Browning running the team and being given that kind of opportunity. Again, I just hope he sees what's happening out there when not throwing the ball 3/4's of the offensive plays through a game.

Obviously, with us sitting in the 6th seed, our draft position changes. ProFootball Network has us at #24 overall. This is how it turned out for me today. #24- Georgia, OT, Amarius Mims (6'7, 330lb, RT) #53- Kansas St., OG, Cooper Beebe (One of the top Guards in the draft) #86- LSU, DT, Maason Smith (6'5, 313lb) #120- Florida St., WR, Johnny Wilson (6'6, 237lb, 4.5 speed? YES)

So from the article posted by Hoosier yesterday, I pulled who we should be rooting for this weekend and some comments: Patriots (3-11) at Broncos (7-7): Patriots Jaguars (8-6) at Buccaneers (7-7): Buccaneers Bills (8-6) at Chargers (5-9): Chargers Browns (9-5) at Texans (8-6): Texans Colts (8-6) at Falcons (6-8): Falcons Raiders (6-8) at Chiefs (9-5): Raiders

I'm hoping all these injuries to key people, yet getting success, helps all see that it's truly not just one guy and they need to be open minded moving forward. Obviously the o-line has been 100 times better running more screen plays and getting a more balanced offense. It seems (I could be wrong) that Burrow has had a lot of influence in how they ran previously. Maybe they all have their eyes opened and realize how much more efficient Burrow could be if things were more balanced. Screen plays, moving players around more, and involving more than a few guys, all would help keep opposing defenses from getting comfortable. Keep mixing it up. It looks like the players are having fun with all the changes as well.

A DT early in the draft was always a spot I thought would be addressed anyway, as I didn't expect them to resign Reader. Tupou looks like the next man up and he's been a solid backup. I expect Tufele to be a part of the rotation replacing Reader's loss. Either way, those guys are going to be busy. I honestly don't think it will be a bad thing when considering what we've seen to this point. Replacing Ja'Marr is another story, but yes, I would expect more of Irwin and the rookies to make a combined effort to fill that gap. That and Tanner Hudson has been really efficient with his targets, so incorporate him and screen passes to the RB's to a greater degree. I've said it a bunch as well. I went from "Lose them all" to "This is a lot of fun". I enjoy tracking the other teams in the mix and watching all the games over the weekend. Really rooting for Browning, who obviously took issue with getting cut by the Vikings and is proving people (me included) wrong. Good stuff !!!

COB, don’t forget about the inexplicable large amount of size XXXL leopard print women’s underwear…

Thanks for that Hoosier.

I thought I put the Steeler and Broncos in my post, but it's all good and yes, right behind us. A loss this weekend won't be a death blow, but that would be an awful big hole to get out of.

From the article: To that I give a resounding.... GOOD !!! Yes COB, let the spiral continue. It's glorious !!!

We are currently in the 6th slot, the Colts in the 7th, with the Texans and Bills 8th and 9th respectively. All of us have the same 8-6 record. The Browns are only a game ahead of us at 9-5 and that is out last game of the season. That may very well be a "Win or go home" game and we are playing at home, which makes me feel good. I know they need to focus on this week and beating the Steelers, but I'm thinking they need some help as well. I simply don't see them going into KC and getting the win. They might surprise me and the Chiefs might underestimate them, but still. I'm thinking (hoping) they go 2-1 and get some help along the way. Browns have: Texans, Jets, Bengals Colts have: Falcons, Raiders, Texans Texans have: Browns, Titans, Colts Bills have: Chargers, Patriots, Dolphins It's not inconceivable to think we all go 2-1 over the last 3 weeks and end up in the same spot. I don't know, but it's going to be fun watching this all unfold !!!

Browning off kilter !!! LOVE IT !!!

I will root for whatever team I must if it helps the Bengals. Except the Steelers because fuck them.

Patriots over the CHIEFS Baltimore over the Jaguars Bears over the BROWNS Titans over the TEXANS COLTS over the Steelers LIONS over the Broncos So now 2-3 after the early games. SHIT !!!

Just looked and see that here in Cincinnati we get the Bears game early and then the Cowboys game late afternoon. Of course the Sunday night game with the Ravens. All impact us. Shaping up to be a fun day of watching football !!!

So far we are 2 for 2 on this wish list. I have to be honest and admit that while I would rather have Burrow and be amped about the team, this is pretty enjoyable. Typically I wouldn’t sit around and really focus on all the other games the way I am now. Fun !!

For those keeping up with the other teams that it would be good if they lost… The Texans are starting Case Keenum, instead of David Mills. While the Texans are my #2 team and I root for them 99% of the time, I’m hoping they take the “L” !!!

Who’s this LaPorta guy you all keep talking about? 3 TD’s? Pffffft…

Thank you Lions !!

Rooting for Titans and Cowboys.

Yeah, not surprised either.

Have to love the media. They always seem to have their thumb on the pulse of what's REALLY going on.