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znModeratorIn a recent researched article by @pfref they determined that Rams legend Jack Youngblood tallied a whopping 151.5 career sacks. That is good for 6th place on the all time list. Youngblood was relentless! pic.twitter.com/0CFUzPs4EB
— RAMS ON FILM (@RamsOnFilm) July 19, 2021
znModeratorWell… I think they sort of have the Evil Twin of the right answers to some stuff. And some of their “answers” have some truth to them.
They see that the media is unreliable. It isn’t doing its job (if it’s job is to shed light on the truth). They see that the media is Manufacturing Consent, and obfuscating what’s really going on. But they have latched onto the part of the media that is least accurate, and most full of propaganda, and are suspicious of MSNBC and CNN and WaPo and NYT (as they should be), but they have mischaracterized what is actually wrong with those media outlets. However, they plainly see that Rachel Maddow is a shill, and that MSNBC is the propaganda arm of the DNC. So they have a little bit of that right. They see that the media is untrustworthy, and that they should be highly skeptical of it. So they see that the media is a gamed system that isn’t telling them the truth. They are just completely wrong about the nature of that gamed system. It’s like they have the correct answer to a math problem, but the work is completely wrong getting to that answer…so it can’t really get credit for being right.
They see that the establishment is working to thwart their ambitions, and destabilize their livelihoods. But they don’t accurately understand what forces are at work in that reality, what their objectives are, and how and why they do what they are doing. They think it’s a bunch of dumbass liberals trying to take the fruits of their labor and give it to various undeserving minorities out of some misplaced morality. They see clearly that the establishment is not working to help them and protect them. They’ve just completely misdiagnosed the causes.
It’s all kind of like their Covid response. They see the coughing and fever. They are right that they’re sick.
They just think it’s the flu.
It’s like…even when they’re right, they’re wrong.
That’s all too vague and over-generalized for me, Z. And they’re wrong about things like Maddow being a mere shill. A real critique is that the mainstream liberal media is okay on a certain limited spectrum or range of issues.
Magas are racist pro-fascists and parsing what we presumably have in common with them is to me both misleading and a waste of time.
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znModeratorNEW: Frito-Lay workers reveal that they’ve worked up to 5 months straight without a day off, and that multiple coworkers—driven to exhaustion—have died by suicide.
Their strike in Topeka is gaining nationwide attention. Now Frito-Lay workers in other states are speaking out. pic.twitter.com/yppQ8iPn3n
— More Perfect Union (@MorePerfectUS) July 19, 2021
znModeratorI don’t agree with this idea that the Trump world sees the corruption and systemic problems we see and objects to them.
I think they are racists who believe the establishment sold them out for “PC values.”
In fact I think the entire “they see the real issues too” take on things is completely off track. They don’t see it at all.
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znModeratorznModeratorfrom NFL Head Coach Power Rankings
With training camps right around the corner, a look at how the veteran coaches stack up, and how the rookies rate heading into Year One.Conor Orr
https://www.si.com/nfl/2021/07/16/head-coach-rankings
8. Sean McVay, Rams
Trending: Neutral
Staff strength: 9McVay’s staff is becoming a hotbed of coaching activity, though some of the more talented names, like defensive passing game coordinator Ejiro Evero, remain a well-kept secret that allows the Rams to maintain their consistency. This year could go a long way toward defining McVay as a head coach. He has proven doubters wrong at every turn. Those who said he was too young to lead a veteran locker room. Those who believed he couldn’t venture out on his own beyond the Mike Shanahan incubator. Now, we wonder if his offense can take a step with veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford, giving the system a less rigid, pre-programmed feel and setting the Rams up with someone who can theoretically broaden the game plan. The Rams are perpetually a Super Bowl-or-bust team, which is fine until the moment the Super Bowl begins eluding them by larger and larger distances. McVay’s team is at a crossroads; maybe the pivot toward Stafford is McVay’s version of Sean Payton acquiring Drew Brees. Maybe the Rams have ensured their spot at the front end of a very difficult division
znModeratorfrom https://theramswire.usatoday.com/2021/07/18/rams-cooper-kupp-stats-chart-open-yac/
On Kupp
Since 2017, no receiver has gotten open more than Kupp or gained yards after the catch at a higher rate than the Rams receiver….
Kupp has been deemed “open” on more than 50% of his targets, and he gains an average of 4-plus yards after the catch – the only receiver to eclipse both thresholds.
znModeratorLooking over NFL win totals quickly on @DKSportsbook and the NFC west stands out.
Rams 10.5
49ers 10.5
Seahawks 10
Cardinals 8.5😳😳
— Al Smizzle (@AlZeidenfeld) July 18, 2021
znModerator49ers' Jimmie Ward: Matthew Stafford is the same QB who was in Detroit and didn't make the playoffs. https://t.co/G9RfH8EyIB
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) July 18, 2021
znModeratorDonnie Shell: It Was Great To Play With ‘Physical Specimen’ In Mel Blount https://t.co/hA1x7uSaZL
— Steelers Depot ✌️❤️✌️❤️ (@Steelersdepot) July 17, 2021
znModeratorIn 2020, a study of thousands of Florida police officers found that officers who were fired for misconduct or resigned while under investigation were three times more likely to be fired for misconduct at their next job within three years. https://t.co/yhEwSsbLz0
— The Intercept (@theintercept) July 18, 2021
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znModeratorfrom https://theramswire.usatoday.com/2021/07/17/rams-nfl-best-nicknames-history-rankings/
Thomas Neumann of Touchdown Wire ranked the 101 best nicknames in football history, and four Rams greats made the list. Two of them were ranked in the top 10, with three total in the top 25.
Here are the Rams players who made the cut.
77. Greg “The Leg” Zuerlein
25. Dick “Night Train” Lane
9. David “Deacon” Jones
8. Elroy “Crazy Legs” HirschznModeratorThe Proud Boys bear-maced a defenseless young girl in the face, because she stopped to ask them questions. She's not part of any protest.
Nicolette Vonchelle of Ventura and Armen Rezz of LA, the organizers of today's protest, look on as the girl is attacked and do nothing. pic.twitter.com/0I4rpHD6RI
— Chad Loder (@chadloder) July 17, 2021
znModeratorFirefighter carried off by flood waters in Germany is rescued by the heroic actions of these residents. pic.twitter.com/c40YMqwyyl
— GoodNewsCorrespondent (@GoodNewsCorres1) July 16, 2021
znModeratorThis Capitol Rioter Beat His Pregnant Girlfriend — and Threw Her Into a Canal –
Samsel is not the only accused Capitol rioter with a documented history of domestic abuse. A HuffPost investigation from early February identified nine other insurrectionists who have either faced charges, jail time, or been hit with restraining orders, due to domestic violence or sexual assault.
znModeratorThis Capitol Rioter Beat His Pregnant Girlfriend — and Threw Her Into a Canal – https://t.co/yv4qG1nwlE
— Roshan Rinaldi (@Roshan_Rinaldi) July 16, 2021
znModerator𝒥𝒾𝓂 𝐸𝓋𝑒𝓇𝑒𝓉𝓉@Jim_Everett
Gotta win in the trenches to CONSISTENTLY win games.
Anything else is a wrong answer.July 17, 2021 at 6:15 pm in reply to: Nurses fired for not getting COVID-19 vaccine explain their rationale #130940znModeratorThis is the current situation in my state, Arkansas. This affects everyone’s access to healthcare. pic.twitter.com/GfO7flSyCz
— Eilish Palmer (@eilishp) July 17, 2021
znModeratorRemember when Kroger closed stores in Seattle and Long Beach because the cities mandated $4/hour raises for grocery workers?
Kroger just announced a $1 billion buyback for shareholders.
They also raised the CEO's pay 45% to $20.7 millionhttps://t.co/3llHbpkWFr
— Dan Price (@DanPriceSeattle) July 16, 2021
July 17, 2021 at 1:53 pm in reply to: Nurses fired for not getting COVID-19 vaccine explain their rationale #130938znModeratorRepublicans' confidence in “science” is nearly 30 points lower than in 1975. Democrats are more confident in “science” than in 1975
Weird how this has become a culture war issue https://t.co/EVgAc6k8a5 pic.twitter.com/qadeigD25t— Catherine Rampell (@crampell) July 16, 2021
znModeratorWhat is your expectation for Austin Corbett in his new role at center?
jrodrigue602 Jourdan Rodrigue
I’m approaching this move with a blank slate, because while I think Austin is a super talented lineman in general, I remain concerned about the Rams creating two questions via one position change. I think I was surprised that Blythe ultimately chose to go elsewhere – but my sense is that there was going to be a position battle at center with McVay wanting to shift philosophy/style of player a little bit there. Depth is a big question.How has the linebacker group started to shape out
jrodrigue602 Jourdan Rodrigue
One cool thing about Ernest was that the Rams used their own data on him vs. some of the pre-draft testing measurables…and he kept getting comped to Jordan Fuller, in terms of being a steal/the public data not quite illustrating who the player is. I didn’t see a ton of him in the spring (he’s yet to sign his deal but it’s happening soon and nothing to be concerned about, just procedural) but in camp I’ll really get a better idea of how competitive he’ll be. One thing about the ILBs group – looks like they may continue to roll them in complementary pairs, with one player being bigger/more physical and the other being lighter/quicker.What would you say are the biggest differences between the Rams and Panthers as organizations?
jrodrigue602Jourdan Rodrigue
Hmm that’s super tough, because each org is so different across the league…probably a whole dissertation to be had there…but one big difference is that the Panthers built to this amazing run in 2015, but then between injuries and attrition, couldn’t quite replicate it after that and by the time I left, between a new owner, new GM, new team president, new coach and new QB, were trying to figure out how to build a new foundation. The Rams went through that/something similar a couple of years ago and saw success VERY quickly in part because they found their coach and re-set the team-build model between coach and GM – and now have a foundation, but trying to figure out how to again take that next half-step forward…that half-step between goodness and greatness being one of the hardest things to accomplish in this league. They’ve almost got the boulder back up to the top of the hill, and are trying like hell to figure out how to keep it from rolling back down again – because this league is built to push it back down.How do you see the Rams addressing the LT position when Whitworth retires? Do you think Joe Noteboom is the longterm option at LT?
jrodrigue602 Jourdan Rodrigue
I don’t think we have a large enough sample size to determine that, but I do know that Joe is certainly putting in the work to try to get there. It’s also better for the Rams if he is the option, because they won’t have a first-rounder to draft their next franchiseI’m of the opinion that if the Rams are worse this year then McVay has to be on the hot seat in 2022.
jrodrigue602Jourdan Rodrigue
I get asked this a lot – it’s a good question. And I know the TV guys are all talking about it here and there. But if I’m being honest and going with my gut, I don’t think McVay will be on the hot seat if this gamble fails. This entire new era of the org has been built with McVay at the helm, from the team-building model to so many of the decisions being made to some of the internal overhaul most people will never hear about. I don’t think you just get rid of a guy because he fails for the first time (not counting the SB, because getting there that quickly shouldn’t be considered “failing”). I’m not speaking like, to be on his “side” – it’s just my feel for how they do things. Demoff talks a lot about how one of their best weapons is continuity – having it builds a body of data to test all new decisions against, and helps make all phases more efficient/increases success rate when such tests can be conducted. If they aren’t allowed to fail here and there, they don’t have that continuity.znModeratorHave you or someone you know been injured being a Karen? #callnow pic.twitter.com/MtS2PWieTq
— Liz Jenkins (@ej11lizzie) July 15, 2021
znModeratorIt’s important to remember that we’ve all had moments that we’re not proud of. Unfortunately for athletes, those moments are broadcasted. Imagine if the worst moments of your life went viral. https://t.co/vlKiLcIH7J
— Ted Nguyen (@FB_FilmAnalysis) July 16, 2021
znModeratorJuly 16, 2021 at 1:39 pm in reply to: Nurses fired for not getting COVID-19 vaccine explain their rationale #130920znModeratorHad a COVID patient in the ED. I inquired if they had been vaccinated. “It’s against my religion, the vaccine is made from aborted babies.” I explained that it definitely is not. “Whatever you say, I’ve looked it up online”. Got a complaint that they felt judged. Help me🧘♂️😷
— AustinERdoc (@AustinERdoc) July 15, 2021
znModeratorJalen Ramsey does a terrific job of holding the edge and making the big hit! Ramsey is not only an elite cover man, but one of the best DBs against the run pic.twitter.com/5oJc8aWRu1
— RAMS ON FILM (@RamsOnFilm) July 15, 2021
znModeratorFormer #Raiders and #Packers CB/S Charles Woodson discussing his induction into the @ProFootballHOF today via zoom. He likes #Rams’ Jalen Ramsey and #Dolphins’ Xavien Howard as the top corners in the game today. pic.twitter.com/kp7aJnPlmp
— D. Orlando Ledbetter (@DOrlandoAJC) July 14, 2021
July 15, 2021 at 12:44 pm in reply to: Nurses fired for not getting COVID-19 vaccine explain their rationale #130914znModeratorDoctor has a message for anti-vaxxers pic.twitter.com/FMvYfYG9YR
— Fifty Shades of Whey (@davenewworld_2) July 15, 2021
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