Cowboys @ Redskins flexed to Sunday Night Football (1 Viewer)

[Raider Nation]

No surprise here:

Cowboys-Redskins has been flexed to Sunday Night Football in Week 17.Packers-Vikings has been moved to 4:25PM ET in the final week of the regular season. The winner of Dallas at Washington will take the NFC East and host a playoff game. The Bears need the Packers to beat the Vikings -- and to also win their own game at Detroit -- in order to qualify for the postseason. So there are implications here beyond just the teams playing in both games.

 

[fatness]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

 

[mad sweeney]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

 

[ConnSKINS26]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

 

[proninja]

This game should get great ratings in Seattle

 

[Abspara]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

 

[Raider Nation]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

Yes, how DARE they show us a game where the victor takes the division!

 

[Apple Jack]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

Right. It has nothing to do with the most popular player in the league this year riding the longest winning streak in the NFC. Or that this is arguably the best rivalry in the league, with the game determining who plays on.

 

[Warrior]

The rookie of the year gets a chance to make the playoffs and knock the division rival out of the playoffs?

Yeah, that'll easily break the ratings record.

 

[Maelstrom]

FWIW, looks like the GB-MIN game has been moved to 4:25 as well.

 

[Eminence]

spoiler alert: redskins win

 

[mad sweeney]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

 

[mad sweeney]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

Yes, how DARE they show us a game where the victor takes the division!

It's the only real black and white winner moves on, loser plays golf game in the league. They did it with Sea-StL 2 years ago. Good choice then, good choice now.

 

[Raider Nation]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

 

[mad sweeney]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

 

[Manster]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

Is this a russell wilson thread? NO!! This is about Romo vs. RG3. GO COWBOYS!!**The Cowboys D is a wreck up the middle. Hopefully Connor, Sims, Albright, and Lissemore can make a few plays.

 

[Apple Jack]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

Yes, how DARE they show us a game where the victor takes the division!

It's the only real black and white winner moves on, loser plays golf game in the league. They did it with Sea-StL 2 years ago. Good choice then, good choice now.

Skins still have a way in with a loss, with bears and Vikings losses, but that's a long shot.

 

[proninja]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

Is this a russell wilson thread? NO!! This is about Romo vs. RG3. GO COWBOYS!!**The Cowboys D is a wreck up the middle. Hopefully Connor, Sims, Albright, and Lissemore can make a few plays.

Every thread is a Russell Wilson thread

 

[sho nuff]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

His plat recently puts him ahead imo...if RGIII was doing this it would be nonstop news.

 

[fatness]

The Cowboys D is a wreck up the middle. Hopefully Connor, Sims, Albright, and Lissemore can make a few plays.

I expect the Redskins to run Albert Morris a lot, and to throw a lot of play action passes down the middle. That should get them plenty of yardage.On the flip side I expect the Cowboys to keep trying to hit Bryant or other WR's deep since the Redskins defensive backfield is a weakness.

 

[grateful zed]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

Right. It has nothing to do with the most popular player in the league this year riding the longest winning streak in the NFC. Or that this is arguably the best rivalry in the league, with the game determining who plays on.

was v dal didnt even make the nfl channels top 10 all time rivalrys.

 

[Alkahsu]

]Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

It's between Wilson and RGIII. Luck shouldn't even be in the conversation and odds are we'll see RGIII vs. Wilson in Rd. 1 of the playoffs.

 

[mad sweeney]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

Is this a russell wilson thread? NO!! This is about Romo vs. RG3. GO COWBOYS!!**The Cowboys D is a wreck up the middle. Hopefully Connor, Sims, Albright, and Lissemore can make a few plays.

It's a Russell Wilson tangent in a thread that's half about the ROY candidate and his competition. Go Romo!! Hoping for his typical prime time/pressure game flop.

 

[Alkahsu]

You can count on not being able to count on Romo.

 

[Alkahsu]

You can count on not being able to count on Romo.

 

[mad sweeney]

You can count on not being able to count on Romo.

You can say that again!

 

[cacksman]

As a Seahawks fan, I hope Washington wins this one. I would love to see that matchup.

 

[zftcg]

The general rule for Week 17 flex is to pick the game that will have playoff implications for both teams regardless of any other results, and Washington-Dallas is the only game that meets that criteria this year. I think the fact that the they flexed into a game two years ago featuring teams with losing records demonstrates that playoff impact trumps commercial appeal (especially considering they could have chosen Packers-Bears).

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

Right. It has nothing to do with the most popular player in the league this year riding the longest winning streak in the NFC. Or that this is arguably the best rivalry in the league, with the game determining who plays on.

was v dal didnt even make the nfl channels top 10 all time rivalrys.

This is the same list that had Raiders/Steelers which shouldn't even be on the list?

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

I'm petrified of this game. Both teams aren't great and both defenses are crippled so its going to come down to who wants it more and coaching.

Unfortunately Shanny has significant edge in that deparent from what I have witness so far from Red Jesus.

 

[Warrior]

I'm petrified of this game. Both teams aren't great and both defenses are crippled so its going to come down to who wants it more and coaching.

Unfortunately Shanny has significant edge in that deparent from what I have witness so far from Red Jesus.

 

[zandbak]

I'm petrified of this game. Both teams aren't great and both defenses are crippled so its going to come down to who wants it more and coaching.

Unfortunately Shanny has significant edge in that deparent from what I have witness so far from Red Jesus.

So like every game, ever?

 

[JoePlumber]

You can count on not being able to count on Romo.

Yea he's having an awful season, December in particular.

 

[Bankerguy]

You can count on not being able to count on Romo.

Romo has carried a team missing 7 of 11 defensive starters, a team with one if not the worst O-line in the league. As well, brought his team back from behind in all of their last 3 wins. If they lose though, the story will be that Romo can't win the big one or he is choker. Gotta love the National media and fans who really don't pay much attention.

 

[by_the_sea_wannabe]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

 

[Warrior]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

You read that right...he thinks that beating out Matt Flynn makes him the favorite for Rookie of the Year.

 

[Insein]

Of course it would be flexed for NBC (Nationally Broadcasting Cowboys)

Right. It has nothing to do with the most popular player in the league this year riding the longest winning streak in the NFC. Or that this is arguably the best rivalry in the league, with the game determining who plays on.

That'd be a poor argument. I can think of better ones in the NFC east alone. The Redskins have finally become relevant again this year. Give it time to become a rivalry once more. They've just been going through the motions the last decade or so.

 

[mad sweeney]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

You read that right...he thinks that beating out Matt Flynn makes him the favorite for Rookie of the Year.

Hmmm, you don't seem to be reading that right. btw: I wasn't thinking that, that's what the ESPN guys were saying. That's two major fails in one sentence. Congrats.

 

[Todd Andrews]

Americas Team.

 

[Warrior]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

You read that right...he thinks that beating out Matt Flynn makes him the favorite for Rookie of the Year.

Hmmm, you don't seem to be reading that right. btw: I wasn't thinking that, that's what the ESPN guys were saying. That's two major fails in one sentence. Congrats.

By all means, continue to back-pedal. It doesn't make your statement any less silly.

 

[CapnJB]

I'm a diehard Seattle fan who lives in the DC area. I've always rooted for the Redskins right up until the point where they play the Seahawks. I LOVE what the Seahawks have found in Russell Wilson but RGIII is equally special in every way. I've loved being able to watch him play all season long and hope he kicks the crap out of the Cowboys. If he can stay healthy, that guy is going to change the NFL. I think a RG3 vs Wilson playoff game would top whatever the NFC champhionship would be.

Boy what a great rookie QB class it was this year!

 

[mad sweeney]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

He's more than a candidate. Dare I say he's the favorite.He completely changed my mind also. He's playing incredibly well.

Most ESPN guys talking about it today say the same thing. Main reason: he earned the right to start. Luck and Griffin were both drafted to start right away, nttawwt nor does it take away from their accomplishments, but in a very close race, that nugget seemed to push them over to Wilson's side. Can there be a 3-Way tie?

You read that right...he thinks that beating out Matt Flynn makes him the favorite for Rookie of the Year.

Hmmm, you don't seem to be reading that right. btw: I wasn't thinking that, that's what the ESPN guys were saying. That's two major fails in one sentence. Congrats.

By all means, continue to back-pedal. It doesn't make your statement any less silly.

Hmmmm. You don't seem to know what backpedal means either. Looky here, I'll make it easy for you. Although I typed it and posted it here, the sentiment was not mine. As I wrote, the people on ESPN were saying that, not me. I'm sure, because you're smart and such, that you can figure out how to contact ESPN and let them know how silly you find their arguments to be. However, that doesn't changet he fact that you seem to be too stupid to figure out that it wasn't my statement* and it follows that since it wasn't mine, that I have no reason to backpedal. Good luck on your quest to master the English language, you're going to need it.* - I guess in the interest of fairness I should also guess that maybe you're just too obstinate to admit that you're wrong, but that still doesn't excuse doubling down on it like this. No matter how much you try and make it on me, you're the one that can't read.

 

[Stitch]

The most popular team in the country, vs the most popular player in the country. This game could set some ratings records!

 

[Bayhawks]

NFL East week 17 slugfest for the division title. Doesn't get much better than that.

Very true. I wonder how it'll do ratings wise vs two years ago in the Loser Bowl of Sea v StL which was their highest rated game of all time. With the cowboys, it should. Haven't been able to sit down and watch RGIII yet.

Wait, you're loudly pimping Wilson as the best OROY candidate and haven't even watched Griffin in the context of a full game?Or is that IamScientist? I apologize if it wasn't you making that argument.

That's scientist. I have only recently started warming to the idea of him winning it. A month ago I would've said no chance. Now he's a definite candidate.

His plat recently puts him ahead imo...if RGIII was doing this it would be nonstop news.

Seriously? RGIII has a higher completion %, higher YPA, more passing AND rushing yards, 1/2 the INTs, & has led a team without a defense or a pro bowl RB to the verge of the playoffs. Furthermore, the contention that Wilson's recent play puts him ahead is a bit absurd. In their last 4 games, RGIII has 900 pass yards, 8 TDs, and 140 rush yards, 4 wins, & the verge of the playoffs. In his last 4 games, Wilson has 725 pass yards, 8 TDs, 300 rush yards, & 3 rush TDs, 4 wins, & a WC berth. RGIII and Wilson have produced very similar stats in their last few games, so how has Wilson "put himself ahead?"

 

[sho nuff]

Destroyed San Fran...and if the games had not been so lopsided his numbers would likely be even more gaudy.

 

[CapnJB]

In his last 4 games, Wilson has 725 pass yards, 8 TDs, 300 rush yards, & 3 rush TDs, 4 wins, & a WC berth. RGIII and Wilson have produced very similar stats in their last few games, so how has Wilson "put himself ahead?"

Actually... weeks 13, 14, 15 & 16 stats look like this:RG3 44/71 603 yards passing 4 TDs 1 Int 14 rushes for 110 yardsRW1 59/94 817 yards passing 8 TDs 2 Int 27 rushes for 204 yards RG3 got pulled because he got himself hurtRW1 got pulled because they scored too many points

 

[fatness]

Actually... weeks 13, 14, 15 & 16 stats look like this:RG3 44/71 603 yards passing 4 TDs 1 Int 14 rushes for 110 yardsRW1 59/94 817 yards passing 8 TDs 2 Int 27 rushes for 204 yards RG3 got pulled because he got himself hurtRW1 got pulled because they scored too many points

How about the other weeks in the year, and the season totals?. The season started Week 1, not "when my guy started doing good."Griffin has been rookie of the week 7 times this year by the way.

 

[fatness]

Boy what a great rookie QB class it was this year!

We won't see another year like this for rookie QB's in a long time.

 

[CapnJB]

Actually... weeks 13, 14, 15 & 16 stats look like this:RG3 44/71 603 yards passing 4 TDs 1 Int 14 rushes for 110 yardsRW1 59/94 817 yards passing 8 TDs 2 Int 27 rushes for 204 yards RG3 got pulled because he got himself hurtRW1 got pulled because they scored too many points

How about the other weeks in the year, and the season totals?. The season started Week 1, not "when my guy started doing good."Griffin has been rookie of the week 7 times this year by the way.

I'm not disagreeing... I'm kind of really drunk right now but I thought I was replying to the guy that was commenting on the last four games. I'm a huge Hawks fan who loves Wilson but I live in the DC area and have seen every Skins game. RG3 deserves ROY. But if it's the last four games like Bayhawks wants to talk about...*points up*

 

[mad sweeney]

Actually... weeks 13, 14, 15 & 16 stats look like this:

RG3 44/71 603 yards passing 4 TDs 1 Int 14 rushes for 110 yards

RW1 59/94 817 yards passing 8 TDs 2 Int 27 rushes for 204 yards

RG3 got pulled because he got himself hurt

RW1 got pulled because they scored too many points

How about the other weeks in the year, and the season totals?. The season started Week 1, not "when my guy started doing good."Griffin has been rookie of the week 7 times this year by the way.

This is all in response to someone saying RW's play of late has put him ahead. Breaking the rookie TD (tomorrow) record while putting up over 150 pts can do that.