SFREDSKIN
09-21-2011, 12:27 PM
Not that you guys might care or have not heard but NFL Network basically said they contacted the league and unless it can be proven a player is faking injury nothing can be done.
So..... I thought it would be interesting if every team the Giants play from here on out has someone faint or fall out with muscle cramps on every play. Especially if they are moving the ball well.
I'm surprised the Giants didn't put Devin Thomas ( I know he plays offense) as the faker. Doesn't he aspire to be an actor :)
CRedskinsRule
09-21-2011, 12:28 PM
On the fake injury incident. I wonder if it is feasible under the new CBA to have a league "medical referee" on each sideline. Basically the MR would certify roster health before and after the game, and conduct an onspot triage analysis when players are injured in game. I don't think penalties could be called in game, but the league could have a system of warning, fines and other penalties if a pattern of deceit is found.
SmootSmack
09-21-2011, 01:27 PM
Memo: NFL warns teams of punishment for faking injuries | News | NFL.com (http://wap.nfl.com/news/09000d5d822702b5/memo-nfl-has-right-to-punish-teams-who-fake-injuries/)
Alvin Walton
09-21-2011, 01:52 PM
New video of a Giants player faking an injury.
Tennessee fainting goats - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8bogFkxsy8&feature=related)
wilsowilso
09-21-2011, 02:04 PM
I'm surprised the Giants didn't put Devin Thomas ( I know he plays offense) as the faker. Doesn't he aspire to be an actor :)
Dude is a damn talented FAKE pro football player.
mlmdub130
09-21-2011, 02:07 PM
Memo: NFL warns teams of punishment for faking injuries | News | NFL.com (http://wap.nfl.com/news/09000d5d822702b5/memo-nfl-has-right-to-punish-teams-who-fake-injuries/)
awesome, i think they acted quickly and correctly. i'm guessing the giants will get a pass though?
SirClintonPortis
09-21-2011, 04:10 PM
Memo: NFL warns teams of punishment for faking injuries | News | NFL.com (http://wap.nfl.com/news/09000d5d822702b5/memo-nfl-has-right-to-punish-teams-who-fake-injuries/)
I wonder how Fatal Bert's going to respond to this.
mooby
09-21-2011, 04:13 PM
I wonder how Fatal Bert's going to respond to this.
Just heard a rumor that he signed up for acting classes so he can be even more convincing next time.
SBXVII
09-21-2011, 04:31 PM
Just for fun here is some interesting facts...
Redskins ranking 1st in time of possession
Stats: Redskins Rank NFL Best in Time of Possession through 2 games - Hogs Haven (http://www.hogshaven.com/2011/9/19/2435684/stats-redskins-rank-nfl-best-in-time-of-possession-through-2-games)
SBXVII
09-21-2011, 04:35 PM
some more stats:
•In both games the Redskins trailed 7-0 at the end of the first quarter. The Redskins are outscoring their opponent 24-7 in the 2nd quarter.
•The Redskins defense ranks bottom 3 in rushes up the middle & left middle – allowing almost 10 yards a carry on 7 carries.
•Redskins have run the ball a NFL leading 22 times to the left end (behind Trent) for a 4.68 average (20th).
•Redskins rank 6th in first downs with 49.
•Redskins rank 1st (tied with SAN) for most plays from scrimmage.
•Redskins rank #1 in NFL time of possession: 35:33
•Redskins rank 17th in yards per play (5.5)
•Last season, Grossman completed 57.7 pct of his short passes, which was second worst in the league among passers with at least 90 attempts.
•Redskins are outscoring opponents 19-7 in 4th quarter
Stats: Redskins Rank NFL Best in Time of Possession through 2 games | Redskins Fans Required (http://redskinsfan.info/redskinsfans/stats-redskins-rank-nfl-best-in-time-of-possession-through-2-games/)