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SimonN
Hello,
Almost O/T and definitely reeking of self-interest, here's a question for you football loons: I've just booked to go to New Orleans for my 51st (hurray!) and while I'm there, The Saints host The 49ers.
You can see what's comin' a mile away, hah-hah! I've just had a look at how much one ticket would be and it's all resale stuff on TM, Stubhub and SeatGeek...the cheapest at around $300. Ouch! I have registered with The Saints if any more tickets become available from the box office, but I can't see that happening, right?
My question to you folks who know a bit more about this than me is would you expect prices to drop a little as the game nears? I know demand is high because both teams are doing well, right? Anyway, any advice on where to look for a ticket (more importantly, what *not* to do) would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers,
Simon.
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keefriff99
Garrett is lucky he didn't get carted off the field the way those O-linemen jumped on him. What a nutjob.
That was hands down one of the weirdest things I've ever seen on an NFL field.
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crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
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SimonN
Hello,
Almost O/T and definitely reeking of self-interest, here's a question for you football loons: I've just booked to go to New Orleans for my 51st (hurray!) and while I'm there, The Saints host The 49ers.
You can see what's comin' a mile away, hah-hah! I've just had a look at how much one ticket would be and it's all resale stuff on TM, Stubhub and SeatGeek...the cheapest at around $300. Ouch! I have registered with The Saints if any more tickets become available from the box office, but I can't see that happening, right?
My question to you folks who know a bit more about this than me is would you expect prices to drop a little as the game nears? I know demand is high because both teams are doing well, right? Anyway, any advice on where to look for a ticket (more importantly, what *not* to do) would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers,
Simon.
I think New Orleans is pretty tight as the fan base there is pretty rabid. Ask the hotel. Sometimes they have access to tickets, especially the nicer hotels. Also, sometimes the visiting team releases some of the tickets they are allotted within a day or 2 of the game. Finally, I'm not sure about the scalping scene in New Orleans & I would be very careful down there with this but in Seattle there are usually guys within a block or 2 selling. Generally, right before kickoff (& right after) the prices drop drastically as they are getting rid of unsold tickets. Good luck & happy birthday!
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SimonN
Hello,
Almost O/T and definitely reeking of self-interest, here's a question for you football loons: I've just booked to go to New Orleans for my 51st (hurray!) and while I'm there, The Saints host The 49ers.
You can see what's comin' a mile away, hah-hah! I've just had a look at how much one ticket would be and it's all resale stuff on TM, Stubhub and SeatGeek...the cheapest at around $300. Ouch! I have registered with The Saints if any more tickets become available from the box office, but I can't see that happening, right?
My question to you folks who know a bit more about this than me is would you expect prices to drop a little as the game nears? I know demand is high because both teams are doing well, right? Anyway, any advice on where to look for a ticket (more importantly, what *not* to do) would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers,
Simon.
I think New Orleans is pretty tight as the fan base there is pretty rabid. Ask the hotel. Sometimes they have access to tickets, especially the nicer hotels. Also, sometimes the visiting team releases some of the tickets they are allotted within a day or 2 of the game. Finally, I'm not sure about the scalping scene in New Orleans & I would be very careful down there with this but in Seattle there are usually guys within a block or 2 selling. Generally, right before kickoff (& right after) the prices drop drastically as they are getting rid of unsold tickets. Good luck & happy birthday!
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
I initially thought, how the hell could the Browns squeak into the playoffs? When I see the ACF standings... how pathetic that that's possible with Oakland and Pittsburgh playing so poorly.
If the Browns make the 2020 playoffs it will only be for the sake of saying it, because they won't go past game 1.
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SimonN
Hi Chuck & Max,
Many thanks for your help, Sirs!
The game falls into the 'would be great to go, but not essential' category...if the prices remain daft'n'elevated, then I'll find a decent bar and watch it.
Just thrilled at finally getting to see New Orleans!
Cheers,
Simon.Quote
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SimonN
Hello,
Almost O/T and definitely reeking of self-interest, here's a question for you football loons: I've just booked to go to New Orleans for my 51st (hurray!) and while I'm there, The Saints host The 49ers.
You can see what's comin' a mile away, hah-hah! I've just had a look at how much one ticket would be and it's all resale stuff on TM, Stubhub and SeatGeek...the cheapest at around $300. Ouch! I have registered with The Saints if any more tickets become available from the box office, but I can't see that happening, right?
My question to you folks who know a bit more about this than me is would you expect prices to drop a little as the game nears? I know demand is high because both teams are doing well, right? Anyway, any advice on where to look for a ticket (more importantly, what *not* to do) would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers,
Simon.
I think New Orleans is pretty tight as the fan base there is pretty rabid. Ask the hotel. Sometimes they have access to tickets, especially the nicer hotels. Also, sometimes the visiting team releases some of the tickets they are allotted within a day or 2 of the game. Finally, I'm not sure about the scalping scene in New Orleans & I would be very careful down there with this but in Seattle there are usually guys within a block or 2 selling. Generally, right before kickoff (& right after) the prices drop drastically as they are getting rid of unsold tickets. Good luck & happy birthday!
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
I initially thought, how the hell could the Browns squeak into the playoffs? When I see the ACF standings... how pathetic that that's possible with Oakland and Pittsburgh playing so poorly.
If the Browns make the 2020 playoffs it will only be for the sake of saying it, because they won't go past game 1.
Oakland have not been playing poorly recently, quite the opposite.
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What this video though...RUDOLPH tries to pull Garrett's helmet off first. Certainly not excusing Garrett's behavior, but Rudolph is at fault too for escalating after a late hit.
Nick Wright on FS1 is saying up to eight players may be disciplined.
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SimonN
Hi Chuck & Max,
Many thanks for your help, Sirs!
The game falls into the 'would be great to go, but not essential' category...if the prices remain daft'n'elevated, then I'll find a decent bar and watch it.
Just thrilled at finally getting to see New Orleans!
Cheers,
Simon.Quote
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SimonN
Hello,
Almost O/T and definitely reeking of self-interest, here's a question for you football loons: I've just booked to go to New Orleans for my 51st (hurray!) and while I'm there, The Saints host The 49ers.
You can see what's comin' a mile away, hah-hah! I've just had a look at how much one ticket would be and it's all resale stuff on TM, Stubhub and SeatGeek...the cheapest at around $300. Ouch! I have registered with The Saints if any more tickets become available from the box office, but I can't see that happening, right?
My question to you folks who know a bit more about this than me is would you expect prices to drop a little as the game nears? I know demand is high because both teams are doing well, right? Anyway, any advice on where to look for a ticket (more importantly, what *not* to do) would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers,
Simon.
I think New Orleans is pretty tight as the fan base there is pretty rabid. Ask the hotel. Sometimes they have access to tickets, especially the nicer hotels. Also, sometimes the visiting team releases some of the tickets they are allotted within a day or 2 of the game. Finally, I'm not sure about the scalping scene in New Orleans & I would be very careful down there with this but in Seattle there are usually guys within a block or 2 selling. Generally, right before kickoff (& right after) the prices drop drastically as they are getting rid of unsold tickets. Good luck & happy birthday!
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What this video though...RUDOLPH tries to pull Garrett's helmet off first. Certainly not excusing Garrett's behavior, but Rudolph is at fault too for escalating after a late hit.
Nick Wright on FS1 is saying up to eight players may be disciplined.
100% true....I think he did it on purpose to "bait" Garrett...he succeeded.
Rudolf is also a World Class MORON for running AFTER Garrett WITHOUT his helmet on.
In the end, though, Garrett is the biggest moron for ruining his season & screwing his team over....all for a 3rd string nobody loser QB.
I said this AM: "He should've kept the helmet....run out to the middle of the field and taunted the Steelers by waving the helmet around in the air....would've sent the stadium into a frenzy...then throw the helmet into the crowd....15 yard penalty, maybe a fine....the end....go crush people next weekend"
Now you're out for the season, probably gonna get fined $500k, you will be watched like a hawk when/if you return and get called for everything....
and, boy-oh-boy, the Steelers are gonna be out for Baker next game...yikes.
oh well...NFL Fo-Evah!
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keefriff99
[www.youtube.com]
What this video though...RUDOLPH tries to pull Garrett's helmet off first. Certainly not excusing Garrett's behavior, but Rudolph is at fault too for escalating after a late hit.
Nick Wright on FS1 is saying up to eight players may be disciplined.
100% true....I think he did it on purpose to "bait" Garrett...he succeeded.
Rudolf is also a World Class MORON for running AFTER Garrett WITHOUT his helmet on.
In the end, though, Garrett is the biggest moron for ruining his season & screwing his team over....all for a 3rd string nobody loser QB.
I said this AM: "He should've kept the helmet....run out to the middle of the field and taunted the Steelers by waving the helmet around in the air....would've sent the stadium into a frenzy...then throw the helmet into the crowd....15 yard penalty, maybe a fine....the end....go crush people next weekend"
Now you're out for the season, probably gonna get fined $500k, you will be watched like a hawk when/if you return and get called for everything....
and, boy-oh-boy, the Steelers are gonna be out for Baker next game...yikes.
oh well...NFL Fo-Evah!
No one on the Cleveland Browns will ever be accused of being smart.
That guy is a 3D definition of idiot. He should be banished from the NFL for life.
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
I initially thought, how the hell could the Browns squeak into the playoffs? When I see the ACF standings... how pathetic that that's possible with Oakland and Pittsburgh playing so poorly.
If the Browns make the 2020 playoffs it will only be for the sake of saying it, because they won't go past game 1.
Oakland have not been playing poorly recently, quite the opposite.
Because they beat the Lions and Chargers? They do have a pretty light schedule. Of their 7 remaining games it looks like they could easily win 4 of them.
They're still an awful team.
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https://lucyssurf.com/lucys-bar-restaurant-new-orleans.html
That restaurant looks great!
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KetBut better than the Browns and Steelers.Quote
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
I initially thought, how the hell could the Browns squeak into the playoffs? When I see the ACF standings... how pathetic that that's possible with Oakland and Pittsburgh playing so poorly.
If the Browns make the 2020 playoffs it will only be for the sake of saying it, because they won't go past game 1.
Oakland have not been playing poorly recently, quite the opposite.
Because they beat the Lions and Chargers? They do have a pretty light schedule. Of their 7 remaining games it looks like they could easily win 4 of them.
They're still an awful team.
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KetBut better than the Browns and Steelers.Quote
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
I initially thought, how the hell could the Browns squeak into the playoffs? When I see the ACF standings... how pathetic that that's possible with Oakland and Pittsburgh playing so poorly.
If the Browns make the 2020 playoffs it will only be for the sake of saying it, because they won't go past game 1.
Oakland have not been playing poorly recently, quite the opposite.
Because they beat the Lions and Chargers? They do have a pretty light schedule. Of their 7 remaining games it looks like they could easily win 4 of them.
They're still an awful team.
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KetBut better than the Browns and Steelers.Quote
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
I initially thought, how the hell could the Browns squeak into the playoffs? When I see the ACF standings... how pathetic that that's possible with Oakland and Pittsburgh playing so poorly.
If the Browns make the 2020 playoffs it will only be for the sake of saying it, because they won't go past game 1.
Oakland have not been playing poorly recently, quite the opposite.
Because they beat the Lions and Chargers? They do have a pretty light schedule. Of their 7 remaining games it looks like they could easily win 4 of them.
They're still an awful team.
That's like saying 3% is more than 2%.
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KetBut better than the Browns and Steelers.Quote
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keefriff99The worst thing that could happen to the Browns is to squeak into the playoffs...they need a head coach who can implement a major culture adjustment. The team came into the season unjustifiably arrogant and undisciplined. Winning just enough to get a WC spot would reinforce their worst traits.Quote
crholmstrom
Certainly Garrett is done for the year. Pity, he's a good player. Think its an indictment of the culture along with the Brown's record. They should probably get an experienced coach as it sure looks like Kitchen has lost control of the team. If he had it in the first place.
I initially thought, how the hell could the Browns squeak into the playoffs? When I see the ACF standings... how pathetic that that's possible with Oakland and Pittsburgh playing so poorly.
If the Browns make the 2020 playoffs it will only be for the sake of saying it, because they won't go past game 1.
Oakland have not been playing poorly recently, quite the opposite.
Because they beat the Lions and Chargers? They do have a pretty light schedule. Of their 7 remaining games it looks like they could easily win 4 of them.
They're still an awful team.
That's like saying 3% is more than 2%.
LOL, ok that was good. I guess where I am coming from is I think the Raiders are playing way above what was expected especially after the Antonio Brown debacle. I think they have a decent chance as a wild card but I am not saying they are SB contenders now.
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Chris Fountain
What Happened?
- I missed it - I heard a Brown's player has been suspended indefinitely for targeting a player with a helmet.
I'm glad that penalty is in place. Concerning the brawl - It's strange how it happens more in baseball as oppose to football.