RedRamage

Is it time to rethink how Replay works? I mean on the replay it seems pretty clear that Hill was save. I think you probably could make the argument that the evidence isn't 100% conclusive, only like 90% conclusive. And (I think) the rule or guideline being that it has to be clear evidence that the call is wrong to overturn it... then it's probably the right call to say that the evidence is at least semi-questionable so stay with the call on the field. But here's the problem: Who has a better view of the call? Multiple camera angles that can be zoomed in and slowed down? Or one umpire who's got one view at real time while being tripped up by the runner? I think the idea that we assume the call on the field is correct unless we have iron clad proof that it's not is the wrong direction to take these days. We have better and better cameras, we have multiple angle, we have access to quick replay. I think it's time to say that if a call is challenged that the replay reviewers assume nothing. They judge the play purely on what they see. In the unlikely event that the replay people really can't decide THEN go with the call on the field. But when the point of replay is to get the call right, let's get it right. Right now replay review feels like a criminal case: there has to be proof beyond a reasonable doubt to overturn. I say it needs to be a civil case: Whatever the preponderance of evidence supports is the call that should be made.

I've been sorta thinking about getting a 3D printer for a while now. I know just enough about them to be dangerous though... I clearly don't know enough to be an expert on it so looking for some recommendations if anyone has one or has extensive experience I'd be interested to hear your thoughts. Mostly I'd be getting it to make various odds and ends... like phone mounts for me car or headphone hook or what-have-you. I don't have a lot of requirements other than I'd something relatively easy in terms of setup so I'm not going massive calibration as I expect I'll be printing semi-infrequently. Ideally something that isn't extremely loud (maybe an enclosed machine?) as it'll be in my home office. I think that filament would be better than resin as different filament types would provide more flexibility, but I'm not necessarily opposed to resin if that makes the most sense. So... any input? Good experiences? Bad experiences? Recommendations for or against any brand/type/whatever? EDIT TO ADD: Price isn't a huge deal... I mean, I don't want to pay $5K for something. I'm not opposed to paying a bit more for a better machine but probably looking to spend less than $1K if possible.

Honestly, I'm happy they don't have a primetime game. Purely from a selfish fan-experience perspective but I enjoy the regularity of 1:00pm games. I remember a few years back when they have a number of "non-standard" game times and I didn't like it as all.

Yup, always seem to end up there in the cold. Kinda sucks.

100% agreed. The questions of course is how to measure "performs well."

1. Maybe? How much of not being able to throw deep was not having targets who could get open deep? 2. Maybe? We've obviously been trying to build up the rest of the team, especially the defense. 3. Let's walk before we run... let's just worry about getting to the playoffs first before we target a SB victory. (More on this later) 4. This is a valid question, though it's worth pointing out at Goff improved under Campbell's play calling, so there's a legit reason to think that he will be more like second half Goff rather than first half. 5. I think most people aren't expecting improvement. Now, imho #3 is the biggie here. Can we expect Goff to be a guy who can lead us to the playoffs regularly, win some of those game, get us (eventually) to a SB and (assuming Hell freezes over) win a SB? Not next year, no. I would lay just about any amount of money on the Lions NOT winning the SB in the 2022 season. But (and this is key) right now we're only looking at using Goff for the 2022 season. Not taking a QB in the draft or trade for one or signing a free agent now does NOT mean the Lions are locked into Goff beyond 2022... heck, we're not even locked in for 2022. If he stinks up the place so bad it's scary we don't HAVE to play him. Unless I'm very much mistaken people are aren't saying we should commit to Goff and only Goff for the next 4-5 years. I believe people are saying: "We could be competitive this year maybe... and hey if Goff shows massive improvement maybe we stick with him long term. If he doesn't, we look at addressing QB next off season." One could argue that that's what the Lions were doing with Stafford. We know how that worked out. The front offices couldn't build a good enough team around him.

Yeah, marks everyone has C or above, but also gives the Lions of their lowest grades. Weird.

I agree. Most HCs these days are coming from the offensive side of the ball.

I was going to make some comment on this during the draft... but I forgot the name of the poster on the old site who made some comments about (I think it was) the Piston coach's daughters, who were minors at the time.

I think that if you look at it from his point of view, it does seem odd... the problem is that his point of view is to narrowly defined. As a "draft guru" he's looking at it purely from a draft perspective. The Seahawks NEED a QB. Here's a guy who some projected as high as #2 over all, but he fell to the second round. Therefore he's a high ranked player who fills a position of need and therefore he's the perfect fit. Looking PURELY from a draft perspective, it makes sense. The problem is that the Seahawks are obviously looking BEYOND the three days of the draft, Mel Kiper isn't.

While you are very much correct in saying that we won't know for sure until 3 years (or more) down the line, I think it's okay to give a grade now with the understanding that this is how we think things will go but we acknowledge that we'll only really know after a few years of playing. To that end I'm giving it a B grade. I like the Hutch pick... I'm cautiously optimistic on the Williams pick. I'm not a fan of the Paschal pick, not because I don't like Paschal, but feel like we've put SOOO much draft capital in the DL recently. I worry that we're going to lacking in other areas. Joseph seems like a good pickup in a need area. Anything you get out of anyone beyond round 4 I consider a plus. I don't expect them to be stars. A few interesting side notes: 1. The names of this year's picks were pretty tame compared to last year. 2. The only pick that was 'naturally' ours was Hutchinson. All the rest came from other sources: Williams and Paschal from trade with Vikings Joseph, Mitchell and Houston were Compensatory Rodriguez from Seattle Lucas from Saints.

He looks like he could be anywhere from early 20s to mid 40s.

This pick will make or break this draft for us.

From PFF: Paschal has a unique body type for the edge at 6-foot-3 and 278 pounds. He's a leverage demon who lived in opponents' backfields last year en route to a Power Five-leading 12.4% run-stop rate. They had him ranked 44th.

It's second round... this is where the Lions typical swing and miss, so....

Hmm.... that seems like they are overloading a bit on that position.

uh oh...

Figure Ravens will take one of 'em?

If Dean is not there... what about Obajo?

Dean or Willis at this point?? Which would you prefer?

Have decided yet if I like these or not. It's an interesting take and I like the effort. Makes me wonder what they'll do when the draft is in Detroit.

1. No because I'm not convinced that Willis is really much better than the others. He certainly has some nice abilities, but I don't know that it will translate any better than the other options. 2. It depends on what they give up. Again, I'm not convinced he's a sure thing, but I guess if the Lions are, then do it. Heck, if they're really convinced that Willis is the guy trade the Rams pick next year for someone's second round this year.

I think that's a valid concern. Obviously it's hard to know for sure how things would have shaken up had the Lions not traded up, but it's certainly possible the Lions could have gotten Cine and Dean... that's potentially two starters on defense on day one vs. Williams, who probably won't be starting until Octoberish... What we end up getting tonight will have a major effect on how I end up grading this I guess.

Here's what PFF just did: