American Football fans.

Manning really deserved, hes had an amazing season lets hope he can cap it off.

Could be the perfect time to reitre
 
Siren said:
Manning really deserved, hes had an amazing season lets hope he can cap it off.

Could be the perfect time to reitre
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Problem with retirement would be that they don't get a high enough draft pick to secure one of the sales top young QB prospects. He'll see out his contract so that when they do draft a new QB he has learnt under Peyton and knows the play book extensively before he becomes a starter. Either that or they have to trade picks to get a higher draft position.

As for last night's games, results exactly as most predicted and no upsets. Think after watching both games I may now sway toward the Broncos as winners even though I'd been touting Seahawks all season reason being Seahawks have dropped in performance in post season but that said they've still got the job done. Should be a he'll of a superbowl.
 
Beezerk said:
Looking forward to this, by coincidence I have next week off work so I can stay up and watch it for a change.
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You know it's in 2 weeks right? It's the Pro Bowl next week.

Brilliant game to watch last night 49ers @ Hawks. I was worried for a while, but the Hawks D lived up to it's reputation. Kapaernick (sp?) really was good though, despite throwing a few loose passes towards the end!

The heart says Hawks for the superbowl, the head isn't so sure. We don't look very effective in the red zone, as much as we should, I guess it comes down to how much we can utilise our defence to stop Manning and his many weapons! At least (I hope) he won't be as big a running threat as Kapaernick!
 
Looking forward to both Pro-Bowl and Superbowl and times like this i'm glad i'm on my month long late shift stint so can stay up watch the games and still get a full nights kip before starting work at 2pm

I;m thinking Broncos to win 27-21..

On a side note and a bit self indulgent, I went for a try out yesterday with Maidstone Pumas American Footy team. What a bloody fun sport to play, going again next week and hoping to make the squad so I can play this year, looks like golf will be on the back burner again.
 
Fader said:
On a side note and a bit self indulgent, I went for a try out yesterday with Maidstone Pumas American Footy team. What a bloody fun sport to play, going again next week and hoping to make the squad so I can play this year, looks like golf will be on the back burner again.
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Not surprisingly, this has crossed my mind, but I think being slow, and 5'7 80kg isn't going to go in my favour. I want to picture myself as a nippy running back finding the gaps in the line, but I can't quite see that happening!
 
CheltenhamHacker said:
Not surprisingly, this has crossed my mind, but I think being slow, and 5'7 80kg isn't going to go in my favour. I want to picture myself as a nippy running back finding the gaps in the line, but I can't quite see that happening!
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Don’t let size deter you. Nothing that a bit of hard work at the gym can’t fix. There is a position for EVERYONE on the football field.

I’m 6ft 1 but have little to no muscle mass. I tried out for the Bristol Aztecs, worked hard at practice and in the gym and although I mostly played special teams, I got a few snaps at cornerback in my 3 years there. It’s the BEST sport to play and I have made brothers for life from my time with the Aztecs.

If you’re prepared to put the hard work in, the coaches will notice and you’ll be rewarded.

Regarding last night’s games….WOOOOOOOT! I’m surviving on about 3 hours sleep but am still buzzing after an absolutely brutal NFC championship game. I could barely watch the last two minutes, but Sherman and Smitty’s tip drill interception to seal it was something I won’t forget for a long time! I’ve heard various moanings from Niners fans all day with regards to bad officiating, which is ridiculous. Yes, they got some calls that didn’t go their way, but they hardly affected the outcome of the game and Kaepernick’s 3 turnovers was their downfall.

With Percy Harvin scheduled to be back for the Super Bowl, I like our chances. The Bronco’s have had a relatively soft schedule and I guarantee they haven’t faced a defense that comes close to Seattle’s – I’m hoping they won’t be ready for the hard hits and physicality. Either way it’s got the makings of being a great game.

We faced arguably the toughest defense in the league last night, toughed it out and came out on top. If Beastmode engages, Russell and his receivers have enough playmaking ability to make things happen.

Love my city and love my team. Wish I was still living out there, I’d have given my right arm to have experienced last night in the flesh.
 
CheltenhamHacker said:
Not surprisingly, this has crossed my mind, but I think being slow, and 5'7 80kg isn't going to go in my favour. I want to picture myself as a nippy running back finding the gaps in the line, but I can't quite see that happening!
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Also, if you'e thinking about joining a local team, the Gloucester team is a pretty decent set up. A bunch of guys that used to play for the Aztecs now play there, so it's a good group. Their Head Coach, Mark Hopkins, is my ex-head coach and is one of the best in the British League. I'd never join as I'm an Aztec do or die, but it's a good set up, so don't feel intimated about heading down for a try out (they have their yearly rookie tryouts coming up I think).
 
CheltenhamHacker said:
Not surprisingly, this has crossed my mind, but I think being slow, and 5'7 80kg isn't going to go in my favour. I want to picture myself as a nippy running back finding the gaps in the line, but I can't quite see that happening!
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I wouldn't let that worry you as i'm a massive 5'6 myself and weigh in at about 75kg. But I put in some graft during yesterday session and got pulled aside by the head coach who said it was nice to me along with some other rookies and that with the work I put in and continue that then there will definitely be a place in the team set up for me.

I absolutley loved it to be honest and can't wait to get back there this week, loving the challenge of taking on the challenge and will just push and train hard to see where it gets me.
 
Hmmmm you guys do certainly sell it, and I have been looking for a fitness goal to motivate me, maybe this could be it! I might email the gloucester chaps this week.

Can I guess that it's probably expensive to start with, with the equipment? It seems all of the hobbies I like are of the expensive variety!
 
CheltenhamHacker said:
Hmmmm you guys do certainly sell it, and I have been looking for a fitness goal to motivate me, maybe this could be it! I might email the gloucester chaps this week.

Can I guess that it's probably expensive to start with, with the equipment? It seems all of the hobbies I like are of the expensive variety!
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I don't know their exact set up but most teams have club kit that you can use to get you started. All you'll need is boots (football boots are fine), and a gum shield. If you decide you like it and want to do it proper, I would DEFINITELY recommend getting your own pads and helmet. Due to the growth of the sport, they are relatively easy to get hold of from various UK based suppliers now.
 
CheltenhamHacker said:
Hmmmm you guys do certainly sell it, and I have been looking for a fitness goal to motivate me, maybe this could be it! I might email the gloucester chaps this week.

Can I guess that it's probably expensive to start with, with the equipment? It seems all of the hobbies I like are of the expensive variety!
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Aztecs27 said:
I don't know their exact set up but most teams have club kit that you can use to get you started. All you'll need is boots (football boots are fine), and a gum shield. If you decide you like it and want to do it proper, I would DEFINITELY recommend getting your own pads and helmet. Due to the growth of the sport, they are relatively easy to get hold of from various UK based suppliers now.
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That exactly answers the question for me. I asked what i'd need and to provide for myself and was told in Rookie season the club will provide all padding and helmets to prevent having to outlay on them for first season. Long term though they like you to have your own so they can recylce the bits for the Rookies, I think thats fair enough and means at somepoint everyone gets a helping hand to start with and long term you get more time to build up your own kit list.

Seen some good websites and there is also a travelling shop that goes around the UK teams with a set pattern to allow to buy and try different gear.
 
Fader said:
That exactly answers the question for me. I asked what i'd need and to provide for myself and was told in Rookie season the club will provide all padding and helmets to prevent having to outlay on them for first season. Long term though they like you to have your own so they can recylce the bits for the Rookies, I think thats fair enough and means at somepoint everyone gets a helping hand to start with and long term you get more time to build up your own kit list.

Seen some good websites and there is also a travelling shop that goes around the UK teams with a set pattern to allow to buy and try different gear.
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Well I'll agree with you guys, it certainly seems a fun sport to play! Went along to Glos Centurions for the first session back last week, loved it!

I went with the idea of letting them place me where they thought best, but secretely hoping to be the next Marshawn Lynch. The coach went round all the rookies, and when it got to me I was like "no idea", and he straight away pointed out running back. I'm loading up on the skittles as we speak!

Just a pity the kit is so expensive! Even the gloves are crazy, it's like they're golf manufacturers!
 
CheltenhamHacker said:
Well I'll agree with you guys, it certainly seems a fun sport to play! Went along to Glos Centurions for the first session back last week, loved it!

I went with the idea of letting them place me where they thought best, but secretely hoping to be the next Marshawn Lynch. The coach went round all the rookies, and when it got to me I was like "no idea", and he straight away pointed out running back. I'm loading up on the skittles as we speak!

Just a pity the kit is so expensive! Even the gloves are crazy, it's like they're golf manufacturers!
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Told you didn't I there was no need to worry about physical size or height. Great game to play, I'm going along this week it'll be my
5th training session. Been given the option of 2 positions to play starting much like yourself as a running back I think it's my ability to take a massive hit that helps with that, also been told I can play as back up QB as QB1 is same as last year. Apparently even though I have a lack of height my ability to throw a good ball and manouvre out of the pocket and run a bit helps. Though i'm certainly no Colin Kapaernick as dual threat QB's would go.

I know what you mean about the kit it is bloody expensive but unlike golf gear it would still be usable next season and thereafter as a girdle isn't going to give you an extra 17yards! Imagine the looks if it did though :eek:
 
CheltenhamHacker said:
Well I'll agree with you guys, it certainly seems a fun sport to play! Went along to Glos Centurions for the first session back last week, loved it!

I went with the idea of letting them place me where they thought best, but secretely hoping to be the next Marshawn Lynch. The coach went round all the rookies, and when it got to me I was like "no idea", and he straight away pointed out running back. I'm loading up on the skittles as we speak!

Just a pity the kit is so expensive! Even the gloves are crazy, it's like they're golf manufacturers!
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Which coach? Hopkins? He's very good at placing players where they need to be.

Kit is expensive, but you will succumb, just like you do with golf gear! Epsports is a decent place to get kit. And under armour is a must! ;)
 
Aztecs27 said:
Which coach? Hopkins? He's very good at placing players where they need to be.

Kit is expensive, but you will succumb, just like you do with golf gear! Epsports is a decent place to get kit. And under armour is a must! ;)
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Not sure of his name, the head coach!

Oh don't worry I'm sure I will! Annoyingly nowhere around here sells gloves! I was hoping to get some for this weekend as it's so wet/cold. Gonna have to wait a week or so, then we've got Football America coming to training so I can see what I like.
 
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