thirdgenhoosier Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 (edited) 12 minutes ago, 5fouls said: I don't disagree with what you are saying, but here is the challenge that people who refuse to pay will have going forward. Today's generation is growing up with streaming as their primary source of television entertainment. This is what they know and they will drop money for that instead of going to the movies, eating out, or even attending the event live. In 10-15 years, there will be very little sports on 'free' tv. The streaming we have in my house is not because of me. It's the work of my 17 year old daughter convincing my wife of the advantages. I resisted at the beginning, and even cancelled Netflix for a while I few years ago. Now, I've generally accepted it. I watch very little TV, and what I do is almost exclusively sports. Having the subscriptions comes in handy for situations like this when the event is not otherwise available. I get that. I really do, but right now I don’t have to worry about that. If and when that ever comes I’ll deal with that later. I’m not convinced there will never be the “free” option either, but we will see. Oh, and all of that doesn’t dispute my assertion that the NFL and Big Ten is just being greedy. Moving a game to Peacock isn’t about pushing a streaming only option IMO. Maybe I’m wrong? 🤷♂️ Edited January 15 by thirdgenhoosier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotIThatLives Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 52 minutes ago, Seeking6 said: Regarding Peacock. I guess I don't get all the fuss. I know it's not ideal and maybe people have to change things up a bit but for $5.99/month or $1.99/month on Black Friday you get the IU games (including Tuesday), obviously the NFL games and for those that like Indy Car you'll get races down the road. To me it's the best value going for streaming. It's over the top. For $20 the entire year on black Friday I get what, 3 or 4 IU games, a playoff(that should be antenna yes) and a ton of other content. For twenty dollars. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seeking6 Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 2 minutes ago, NotIThatLives said: It's over the top. For $20 the entire year on black Friday I get what, 3 or 4 IU games, a playoff(that should be antenna yes) and a ton of other content. For twenty dollars. And a lot of other good series on there too. I won't derail thread anymore but to me it's a steal and I happen to be one of the most frugal guys in the world when it comes to things like this. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGleas Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 🤣🤣 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 In a move that surprises nobody....your Chicago Bear starting QB next season: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13th&Jackson Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 1 hour ago, FritzIam4IU said: In a move that surprises nobody....your Chicago Bear starting QB next season: IDK. This cat may have some Ricky Willams in him. https://www.ocregister.com/2023/12/02/inside-caleb-williams-tumultuous-season-a-year-shaped-by-emotion/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 6 minutes ago, 13th&Jackson said: IDK. This cat may have some Ricky Willams in him. https://www.ocregister.com/2023/12/02/inside-caleb-williams-tumultuous-season-a-year-shaped-by-emotion/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 All Bears fans right now thinking about a new QB: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thirdgenhoosier Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 23 minutes ago, FritzIam4IU said: All Bears fans right now thinking about a new QB: I’m the furthest thing from a Bears fan. I was not a fan of Fields going into the season. But I thought he and the team showed some growth. Do I think the Bears will go in a new direction? Yes. Do I think it’s a guarantee? Personally, I don’t. I can see the argument about adding weapons to him (including the OL) and see where they can go rather than gambling on the unknown. Again, I can see the argument. I’m not saying what they should or shouldn’t do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 1 minute ago, thirdgenhoosier said: I’m the furthest thing from a Bears fan. I was not a fan of Fields going into the season. But I thought he and the team showed some growth. Do I think the Bears will go in a new direction? Yes. Do I think it’s a guarantee? Personally, I don’t. I can see the argument about adding weapons to him (including the OL) and see where they can go rather than gambling on the unknown. Again, I can see the argument. I’m not saying what they should or shouldn’t do. Yeah, I don't think it is 100% that the Bears move on from Fields, but I think it is likely. I really think it will come down to if Poles and company like the mental makeup of Caleb. I don't think there is a question he has the talent, but could he thrive in Chicago, with high expectations and that media/fanbase? That is the big question. The sad thing is that Fields does have the mentality for Chicago. I do believe that if Poles thinks he could be great in Chicago, he has to take him and roll the dice. If he doesn't think he can thrive with the Bears, then he can take the kings ransom from a team and build around Fields. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thirdgenhoosier Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 3 minutes ago, FritzIam4IU said: Yeah, I don't think it is 100% that the Bears move on from Fields, but I think it is likely. I really think it will come down to if Poles and company like the mental makeup of Caleb. I don't think there is a question he has the talent, but could he thrive in Chicago, with high expectations and that media/fanbase? That is the big question. The sad thing is that Fields does have the mentality for Chicago. I do believe that if Poles thinks he could be great in Chicago, he has to take him and roll the dice. If he doesn't think he can thrive with the Bears, then he can take the kings ransom from a team and build around Fields. Is Drake Maye not a realistic option if Caleb doesn’t have the mental make up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 20 minutes ago, thirdgenhoosier said: Is Drake Maye not a realistic option if Caleb doesn’t have the mental make up? Honestly, I’m not sure. I’m not a huge fan but I haven’t heard anything about how poles feels about him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 There's a decent chance, that if the Bears draft Williams or Maye, that fields will still end up being the best QB of the bunch. If I'm Chicago, I trade #1 for some picks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ephul Posted January 15 Report Share Posted January 15 24 minutes ago, 5fouls said: There's a decent chance, that if the Bears draft Williams or Maye, that fields will still end up being the best QB of the bunch. If I'm Chicago, I trade #1 for some picks. Can't disagree here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotIThatLives Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 My nephew(15) is going to the Bills game tonight. I'll try and get some pics. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jv1972iu Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 (edited) 7 minutes ago, NotIThatLives said: My nephew(15) is going to the Bills game tonight. I'll try and get some pics. Steelers making a game of this after being down 21-0. Bills having to play a significant number of backups due to injuries. Score now is 24-17 Bills. Edited January 16 by jv1972iu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbmhoosier Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 7 minutes ago, NotIThatLives said: My nephew(15) is going to the Bills game tonight. I'll try and get some pics. Hope he brought a shovel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FritzIam4IU Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 16 minutes ago, NotIThatLives said: My nephew(15) is going to the Bills game tonight. I'll try and get some pics. I find myself rooting for the Bills in the playoffs this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jv1972iu Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 9 minutes ago, jv1972iu said: Steelers making a game of this after being down 21-0. Bills having to play a significant number of backups due to injuries. Score now is 24-17 Bills. 31-17 Bills with 6:27 left Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotIThatLives Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 2 minutes ago, jv1972iu said: 31-17 Bills with 6:27 left Had no clue this game started this early and I'm wondering why it's not in prime time? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fouls Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 (edited) 5 minutes ago, NotIThatLives said: Had no clue this game started this early and I'm wondering why it's not in prime time? It was supposed to be yesterday, but got postponed due to weather. Philly vs Tampa was already in the prime time tv slot. Edited January 16 by 5fouls 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steubenhoosier Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 6 hours ago, BGleas said: 🤣🤣 If the Eagles lay an egg tonight they will be the butt of these memes as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rico Posted January 16 Author Report Share Posted January 16 4 minutes ago, Steubenhoosier said: If the Eagles lay an egg tonight they will be the butt of these memes as well Go Bucs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
13th&Jackson Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 5 minutes ago, Steubenhoosier said: If the Eagles lay an egg tonight they will be the butt of these memes as well Too late 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGleas Posted January 16 Report Share Posted January 16 5 minutes ago, Steubenhoosier said: If the Eagles lay an egg tonight they will be the butt of these memes as well Not really. The Eagles have been fading for weeks. I think at this point, the expectations are lower. Plus, the Cowboys are "America's Team" and literally dominate the sports news regardless of whether they deserve it or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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