TJJackson Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/24045805/report-raiders-release-qb-matt-flynnSIGN THIS GUY NOW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 If they didn't go after Freeman, I can't really see them going after any other QB at this point in time.Not that I don't think they couldn't upgrade the position, but rather thinking they simply aren't interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 Why this guy is a one game wonder, he is not even close to an upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princeton Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 Flynn makes me appreciate Dalton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJJackson Posted October 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 The real question is not if Flynn > Daltonand I'm not asking it :-)The real question is: is Flynn > Josh Johnson?Part B of this same question: Would having Flynn signed for 2+ years provide some insurance when trying to re-sign Dalton at the end of this year?I'm gonna go with YES and YES Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 CINCINNATI (AP) October 14, 2013 -- Calls for the Cincinnati Bengals to replace quarterback Andy Dalton grew louder after yesterday's 44-13 victory over the Buffalo Bills. Dalton, who threw for 480 yards and five touchdowns, was blasted by fans on local sports talk radio and internet forums after the game. Critics argued that his success in Buffalo was due only to the talent around him and pointed to his two imcompletions (Dalton was 28/30 overall) as proof that he is simply not an NFL-caliber QB."Look, the bottom line is that a real QB is 50 for 50 yesterday for 1,000 yards and 15 TDs, that's how bad the Bills were," said one irate fan. "If Dalton can't set an all-time passing record Sunday he's never going anywhere in this league."Dalton "had a good game," conceded another fan, "but accidents happen. He'll be crap again next week. They should bring Pat White in for a workout."In addition to railing against Dalton in the media, fans are taking action to encourage the Bengals to move on at QB. One example was the Web site "Timcinnati.com" launched last night by a group dedicated to bringing QB Tim Tebow to the Queen City. There are also unconfirmed reports that a group of well-heeled Bengals season ticket holders have launched a behind-the-scenes effort to facilitate a trade with the Arizona Cardinals that would bring former QB Carson Palmer back to Cincinnati.Reached at Paul Brown Stadium this morning, Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis dissolved into a fit of uncontrollable giggles when informed of these fan-led efforts. "Really?" he managed between gasps for air and bouts of laughter. After several moments Bengals media personnel apologized and told reporters to call back later once the coach had caught his breath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazkal Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 Timcinnati.com" launched last night by a group dedicated to bringing QB Tim Tebow to the Queen City.When will people understand football and religion don't mix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COB Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 "Look, the bottom line is that a real QB is 50 for 50 yesterday for 1,000 yards and 15 TDs, that's how bad the Bills were," said one irate fan. There is no way you can know if I'm actually going to say that.Ok, I am actually going to say that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJJackson Posted October 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 But again - I personally am not looking at this signing to replace DaltonI am looking at it as a replacement for Josh JohnsonLet's say we are 9-4 in the last weeks of the season and just need a win or two to secure a playoff spot, and Dalton goes out hurt. Do you feel more comfortable with Josh Johnson or with Matt Flynn at the QB spot in the hopes of picking up those 1-2 more wins?(for the record, I have no interest in Tebow or White) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 No I don't really like Josh Johnson, but I like the fact that he can move the chains with his legs and would give the defense a challenge should he have to come into a game. Now, him as the starter would have me much more concerned. His accuracy is just laughable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted October 7, 2013 Report Share Posted October 7, 2013 But again - I personally am not looking at this signing to replace DaltonOh, I know. It's just been a bemusing day. Aside from the dumb pick Dalton had a solid day, the Bengals ran the crap out of the ball like we all wanted, the D played up to its princely salary and - oh yeah - the Bengals won. Yet reading twitter and CJ and the .com boards and forums in general it's like Sunday didn't happen. It's all about drafting a QB and signing FA QBs and Dalton sucks and fire Jay Gruden. I'm just blowing off steam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 I said the same thing. Minus the bad pick, it was a great day for Dalton.People need to make up their minds. If you truly want Dalton to improve, then acknowledge when he does what you are asking.If you truly want him gone, then don't say you want to see the man improve.I can't see anyone really feeling that way, so it's confusing.AGAIN, Dalton has things to improve upon, but I won't bemoan the fact he had a good game and make him out to suck.Improving the backup spot ?? Yeah, that's why Josh Freeman wouldn't have bothered me in the least.I can't honestly say that Matt Flynn is that much of an upgrade (if at all) to Josh Johnson truth be told though.Even if he does, I still say the organization isn't interested at this point in time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wraith Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 Um, yeah because the Raiders are just loaded at the QB Position. Matt Flynn had ridden one flukish game to a large payday in Seattle but one year flame outs in both Seattle and Oakland give you a pretty good indication that Matt Flynn is not an NFL caliber QB.Matt Flynn is not > Josh Johnson, IMHO Matt Flynn is not > John Skelton even. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueridge Posted October 9, 2013 Report Share Posted October 9, 2013 The real question is not if Flynn > Daltonand I'm not asking it :-)The real question is: is Flynn > Josh Johnson?Part B of this same question: Would having Flynn signed for 2+ years provide some insurance when trying to re-sign Dalton at the end of this year?I'm gonna go with YES and YESMatt Flynn < Matt McGloin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COB Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 Matt Flynn's available? I'll take any help I can get on the record crop of pine needles that have conquered my gutters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earendil Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 Matt Flynn's available? I'll take any help I can get on the record crop of pine needles that have conquered my gutters.This right here is why I am glad the only tree in my yard is 5 feet tall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 Gutter guards are a thing of beauty.One of the best things I spent money on for the house.What was this thread about ??Oh yeah, Matt Flynn.I would rather talk about gutter guards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJJackson Posted October 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 *sigh* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 *sigh*Don't worry brother.For what it's worth, I would prefer Skelton over Josh Johnson.John Skelton > Josh JohnsonGutter Guards > Matt Flynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COB Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 My gutters are a constant source of frustration for me. We have huge old white pines on two sides of our house, and the needles are constantly getting in and clogging our gutters. There is micro-screen technology out there that supposedly works, but is very very expensive. I've used 3 different types of screening type things but pine needle problems are the Rasputin of gutter difficulties. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earendil Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 Yeah, I can imagine that even with gutter guards, pine needles will be an issue. Fortunately I have many years before I have to worry about that, and only on one small corner of the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COB Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 When I was deep into the gutter thing, I remember researching it on Youtube. I found some guy on there that did like a 5 year study on various types of gutter guards on his house. He was really really way too into gutter guards. But his mental imbalance is our gain! He did this long study, and basically said the only thing worth a crap is the ultra expensive micro mesh stuff that would keep the stuff out of the gutters and would also make me taste my own blood after my ball and chain saw how much I spent on gutter guards. Micro mesh gutter guards are the best, but if your wife's a vicious killer like mine, just forget it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted October 11, 2013 Report Share Posted October 11, 2013 I don't know if I would say mine are a "micro mesh" but they have very small openings.Then again, I don't have to contend with pine needles. I can imagine that's a challenge.So maybe Matt Flynn > gutter guards ??Nah.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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