fansince62
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I also agree with Ryman, it's hard to see how you put the genie back in the bottle. I think Al has it right though. Rules changes that subtly make the more violent aspects of the game less rewarding,heavily penalize big hits, reduce exposure to defenseless players, emphasize speed over size, etc... may over time reduce the incentive to build teams with huge players who deliver those kinds of hits. Mass injuries (and probably more importantly, the glorification of the more violent aspects of the game) are hurting interest in the NFL, especially with younger fans imho.
Oh boy...I agree with everything you say....but you let the genie out of the bottle Boone. So, I'll say it quickly and then move on to the next apartment in search of a nice place to rent for a while: more violent aspects or an effort to reshape what it means to be a man? And with that, I will scuttle off before anyone has a chance to answer the knock.
It will be fun...that first game. Will we be able to recognize a sea change right off the bat? I don't think so. Not because I'm conditioned to doubt this team, but because I think we just don't know where Haskins is in his development and whether he needs a strong support structure (top flight o-line and skill position players) to perform well. i.e., he is not likely the sort to carry a team. we shall see.