NFL: 2024 NFL off-season news & notes discussion thread

[John Price]

 

[GKJ]

So they would still have the chains, but they would be more of a reference point and backup.

 

[Memento]

As a Jewish transwoman, I find Butker’s hateful speech to be disgusting and scientifically and, ironically enough, religiously (if he claims to be Catholic, he should damn well know it was the Romans who persecuted and later crucified Jesus with Judas being the catalyst; hell, he should know that Jesus was Jewish at first) wrong.

Given that he lives in a country where freedom of speech and religion matters, he’s allowed to say these things. However, he is not free from the repercussions of his free speech.

If the Chiefs decide to cut him because of his idiotic comments (including bashing a good portion of the Chiefs hardcore fanbase, and he was stupid enough to go after the girlfriend of the tight end who owns the damn career Super Bowl receiving touchdown record, so he’s pissed off damn near every Swiftie as well - and before you ask, no, I am not a Swiftie.), he has nobody to blame but himself.

Again, as an American, he has every right to make stupid comments, so long as those comments don’t cause physical harm to anyone else. He does not have the right to be immune from the fallout of his hateful speech (see; Jones, Alex).

 

[Troy McClure]

As a Jewish transwoman, I find Butker’s hateful speech to be disgusting and scientifically and, ironically enough, religiously (if he claims to be Catholic, he should damn well know it was the Romans who persecuted and later crucified Jesus with Judas being the catalyst; hell, he should know that Jesus was Jewish at first) wrong.

Given that he lives in a country where freedom of speech and religion matters, he’s allowed to say these things. However, he is not free from the repercussions of his free speech.

If the Chiefs decide to cut him because of his idiotic comments (including bashing a good portion of the Chiefs hardcore fanbase, and he was stupid enough to go after the girlfriend of the tight end who owns the damn career Super Bowl receiving touchdown record, so he’s pissed off damn near every Swiftie as well - and before you ask, no, I am not a Swiftie.), he has nobody to blame but himself.

Again, as an American, he has every right to make stupid comments, so long as those comments don’t cause physical harm to anyone else. He does not have the right to be immune from the fallout of his hateful speech (see; Jones, Alex).

And we should be clear, there is no fallout from his speech. People online are mad at him, but so what. Despite all of the big talk about how he’s being silenced, he’s not.

 

[GKJ]

 

[StreetHawk]

Not surprised. Draft should go to cities that do not get awarded a Super Bowl. Doesn't need to go to places like LV/Dal who have hosted before. Even Ten with their new stadium that will likely be part of the SB rotation moving forward.

Obviously, with history at various draft cities like KC, Cle, Det, LV, Phi, Chi, Dal, etc. you know what the host city needs in terms of hotels and stuff.

 

[MMC]

 

[Unholy Diver]

I'll take this time to announce that my shed can be had as an off the books Air BnB for $1000 per night, off street parking an additional $50 per day

 

[MMC]

I was told Mahomes was trying to distance himself from Butker

 

[StreetHawk]

I was told Mahomes was trying to distance himself from Butker

Answer I expect from someone who understands his position. Not going to throw the guy under the bus as he's entitled to his opinions. Knows his stature in the NFL and with his own sponsors. Plus, he has his own opinions.

No need to get into greater detail.

 

[T REX]

I was told Mahomes was trying to distance himself from Butker

I'll wager any amount these guys aren't hanging out after practice.

That is full on diplomatic distancing himself. Mahomes isn't gonna throw him under the bus.

Team first. Not sure what you are looking for here. An argument? Go elsewhere.

 

[MMC]

I'll wager any amount these guys aren't hanging out after practice.

That is full on diplomatic distancing himself. Mahomes isn't gonna throw him under the bus.

Team first. Not sure what you are looking for here. An argument? Go elsewhere.

Or you could just admit you were wrong

 

[Troy McClure]

I was told Mahomes was trying to distance himself from Butker

You posted quotes where Mahommes says he doesn't agree with Butker, so yes. Good job confirming this.

 

[MMC]

You posted quotes where Mahommes says he doesn't agree with Butker, so yes. Good job confirming this.

I guess when you’ve convinced yourself of something, you only focus on the things that affirm what you believe

 

[GKJ]

I’m sure both are thrilled to be asked about it

 

[BackToTheBrierePatch]

Religion or not he comes off as a ignorant jackass.

 

[BackToTheBrierePatch]

Marijuana possession. Oh the humanity

 

[Troy McClure]

I guess when you’ve convinced yourself of something, you only focus on the things that affirm what you believe

Yes, that’s how I’m reading your reply where you post Mahomes distancing from some of Butker’s beliefs and don’t see it.

 

[Terry Yake]

I was told Mahomes was trying to distance himself from Butker

.......and that's exactly what he's doing here

 

[EpochLink]

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10122218-former-nfl-wr-antonio-brown-files-for-bankruptcy-owes-3m-to-creditors

Absolute bum

 

[famicommander]

Allowing outright bigotry to be passed off as a benign difference of opinion is an act of utter cowardice and intellectual dishonesty. Shame on the NFL, Goodell, Reid, and Mahomes for trying to weasel out of this by throwing that narrative out there, and shame on all the media people and fans letting them get away with it. It should not be difficult or controversial to outright disavow homophobia, transphobia, misogyny, and antisemitism. People who are bigots should not be protected from the consequences of sharing that bigotry with this Orwellian double speak nonsense where we try to pretend naked hatred is just some kind of personal preference to be accepted, like favorite flavors of ice cream or what sport you like to watch the most. If you feel safe enough to tell the whole world you hate women, gays, Jews, and trans people you should be brave enough to face the consequences of that hatred head on.

 

[TheAngryHank]

Diggs doing his thing..

Kick rocks.

Who Would've Thought?: Former Bills WR Stefon Diggs already misses Texans OTAs

Former Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs missed an OTA practice in Houston on Tuesday. Deja vu all over again?

www.si.com

 

[Jovavic]

Doesn't the O in OTA stand for "optional"?

 

[GKJ]

Doesn't the O in OTA stand for "optional"?

No, it’s “organized”

 

[timekeep]

As a Jewish transwoman, I find Butker’s hateful speech to be disgusting and scientifically and, ironically enough, religiously (if he claims to be Catholic, he should damn well know it was the Romans who persecuted and later crucified Jesus with Judas being the catalyst; hell, he should know that Jesus was Jewish at first) wrong.

Given that he lives in a country where freedom of speech and religion matters, he’s allowed to say these things. However, he is not free from the repercussions of his free speech.

If the Chiefs decide to cut him because of his idiotic comments (including bashing a good portion of the Chiefs hardcore fanbase, and he was stupid enough to go after the girlfriend of the tight end who owns the damn career Super Bowl receiving touchdown record, so he’s pissed off damn near every Swiftie as well - and before you ask, no, I am not a Swiftie.), he has nobody to blame but himself.

Again, as an American, he has every right to make stupid comments, so long as those comments don’t cause physical harm to anyone else. He does not have the right to be immune from the fallout of his hateful speech (see; Jones, Alex).

Not agreeing with him, but his jersey sales aren't hurting. Not sure if gets a cut.

https://athlonsports.com/nfl/chiefs-player-surpass-patrick-mahomes-nfl-jersey-sale