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NFL Coach's View of Rugby

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  • #52
    baker59
    Registered Users Posts: 108 ✭✭baker59


    Nermal wrote: »
    I would like to see an equivalent of HBO's Hard Knocks, though I know they're having trouble getting teams to do it.

    Completely agree. Would be a great way to market teams and get even more players as household names; Plus we might see more gems like 'manic agression'.

    They wouldn't need as many cameras/mics etc since the squad is about a third of the size. (estimate here) Training camp's 80 vs rugby preseason 30?

    Which broadcaster would have the funds though.


  • #53
    irishbucsfan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 37,978 ✭✭✭✭irishbucsfan


    Josh Cribbs was released there yesterday. He was pretty good for a while. Then he was knocked unconscious by this tackle and was never the same since (after he was cut by the Browns, he was picked up by the Raiders): http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7Ob5bwBiQgc

    There are a few things to note here. His release has been swept under the rug. But the truth of it is that a guy with a history of concussion in the NFL has their value massively reduced because of the laws that are being introduced due to concussion, particularly one who plays a role with such a massive potential for head on impact. It was just a shame that they cut their ties with someone this dedicated so quickly.

    But all of that is irrelevant really. What I noticed looking at all of this is a perfect example of EXACTLY why I don't want rugby going the way of the NFL.

    A touching moment as he was laid out on the field, the player of both teams visibly struck by it, and both teams take a knee either side and (in typical American fashion) say a prayer for him. The perfect opportunity for the commentators to take a break for a message from their sponsors.


  • #54
    .ak
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 30,308 ✭✭✭✭.ak


    irishbucsfan wrote: »
    Also there was that try in the Toulouse/Leinster semi final. If I'm remembering the right game.

    You mean the one in the first few minutes when Toulouse chased their penalty and scored a try? Absolutely. We were playing a handicap straight away... Added to that H-Cup drama allright.


  • #55
    justsomebloke
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,407 ✭✭✭✭justsomebloke


    irishbucsfan wrote: »
    But all of that is irrelevant really. What I noticed looking at all of this is a perfect example of EXACTLY why I don't want rugby going the way of the NFL.

    just as a matter of interest in what way do you not want rugby going the same way as NFL


  • #56
    astonaidan
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,456 ✭✭✭astonaidan


    I actually enjoy American Football and like I see the comparisons with rugby but regards global sports rugby has a huge advantage in that its alot easier to get involved with as you dont have to go out and buy aload of gear just to play it.
    Get yourself a pair off boots head to your local club and within 3 weeks you will be getting gametime at some level.
    American Football just does not have this


  • #57
    irishbucsfan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 37,978 ✭✭✭✭irishbucsfan


    justsomebloke wrote: »
    just as a matter of interest in what way do you not want rugby going the same way as NFL

    Sorry my post wasn't very clear. It's the bit at the end.
    A touching moment as he was laid out on the field, the player of both teams visibly struck by it, and both teams take a knee either side and (in typical American fashion) say a prayer for him. The perfect opportunity for the commentators to take a break for a message from their sponsors.


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