I realize there's a whole thread dedicated to this and I'm sorry for the redundancy (in fact, Castor27, I won't be offended if you throw this poll into the other thread). Just want to see a show of hands: who's for tanking for draft position, and who's against it?
I don't think I'd tank.. this offense - especially this QB - needs as many "live" reps as he can get. Everything he sees now will only help speed up his development going forward. In the same vein, I wouldn't mind a bit seeing the defense play the young guys to see where they're at. Barber, Adibi, Coley, Nading, etc. I think I've seen enough of Harrison to know that he's not going to be "the answer," but other than that, I say let the young guys get out there and put something on film for the coaches to evaluate.
I voted tank, but I'm really torn. I won't be able to watch the game without pulling for them to win, but this one win could mean a tremendous difference in draft picks. I really think the 12th pick or better will get us a pass rusher. I'm much more leery at pick 17 and above. I didn't do any real research and was guessing we would be the best 7-9 team based on strength of schedule and therefore end up around 12th, but the pick could be even better.
If they beat the Bears, I'll be happy. If they lose to the Bears, I'll get over it and enjoy the better pick. If I root for them to lose, I won't be happy with myself. Evan
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We already have our best win of the franchise against the near undefeated Titans. Beating the bears and going 8-8 isnt going to make that win any sweeter. If its possible, I'd like to see a high scoring game where both defenses are abused, and it becomes unequivocally clear Richard Smith gotsa go.
I would rather they didn't, but if Kris Brown gets a chance to win the game, he should kick it out of bounds at the goal line, for old times sake.
Exactly. It's not like we haven't done this before. Sure is nice to have Mario instead of AJ Hawk, isn't it?
does anyone have the actual figures (more or less) on what our draft position will be if we win or lose? (ex. if we lose we'll draft anywhere between 10-12)
We'd be drafting at #12 if the draft were today, but depending on who wins and loses this Sunday, it doesn't look like we'll draft after #17.
Just make it hard to the Bears, they still have to win. But this is the first time, it doesnt matter if the texans lose. I want to see Mario Williams sacking Kyle Orton
Well, we might as well give our 'young' guys a chance, and see what happens. No need to purposely drop a game, but no need to win at all cost either.
