N/S Your take on the XFL

neugey · 02-10-2020, 02:51 PM

This incarnation is SO much better than the original XFL. The XFL really could have staying power as a minor/feeder league to the NFL. It isn't going to ever compete with the NFL unless NFL has an extraordinary scandal or labor issue like never seen before.

The key to the XFL being successful long-term is actually going to be the NCAA, not the NFL. I'm very curious to see their first draft or rosters a year or two down the road look when/if the XFL manages to get some popular college stars that couldn't quite find a home in the NFL. XFL needs to milk the college ties, then they will get more people hooked and retain fan interest organically.

LIKES:

Broadcast/coverage. LOVED that they had Joel Klatt, Brock Huard and carryover of multiple college broadcast people. Created familiarity so I didn't feel like I stepped into some alternate universe LOL.
Kickoff rule is much better because NFL kickoffs are often so anti-climactic (block in back or kick out of endzone). This is more like a rugby play and better tests the skill of the players.
Extra-point rules are good and keep you interested.
Much Less gimmicky than original XFL.
Good pace and officiating, games didn't turn into flag-fests or review-fests.

DISLIKES:

Broadcast offensive play-calls (It was kind of cool to get in touch with the football terms and lingo, but spoils the fun of not knowing if the run or pass was coming)
Interviewing coaches and players - I liked it, but they need to dial it back a bit.

AsylumGuido · 02-10-2020, 03:10 PM

Originally Posted by neugey

This incarnation is SO much better than the original XFL. The XFL really could have staying power as a minor/feeder league to the NFL. It isn't going to ever compete with the NFL unless NFL has an extraordinary scandal or labor issue like never seen before.

The key to the XFL being successful long-term is actually going to be the NCAA, not the NFL. I'm very curious to see their first draft or rosters a year or two down the road look when/if the XFL manages to get some popular college stars that couldn't quite find a home in the NFL. XFL needs to milk the college ties, then they will get more people hooked and retain fan interest organically.

LIKES:

Broadcast/coverage. LOVED that they had Joel Klatt, Brock Huard and carryover of multiple college broadcast people. Created familiarity so I didn't feel like I stepped into some alternate universe LOL.

Kickoff rule is much better because NFL kickoffs are often so anti-climactic (block in back or kick out of endzone). This is more like a rugby play and better tests the skill of the players.

Extra-point rules are good and keep you interested.

Much Less gimmicky than original XFL.

Good pace and officiating, games didn't turn into flag-fests or review-fests.

DISLIKES:

Broadcast offensive play-calls (It was kind of cool to get in touch with the football terms and lingo, but spoils the fun of not knowing if the run or pass was coming)

Interviewing coaches and players - I liked it, but they need to dial it back a bit.

As for your first dislike, there was minimal practice time available for the start up to introduce nothing more than a basic playbook. I have a feeling that we'll start seeing more checks being made at the line as the season progresses where the decision to go run or pass will depend more on the read at the line. As for the second, I'll bet they do dial it back a bit with push back by the coaches. Todd Haley, now an NFL Radio co-host, said he would absolutely hate the in game interviews. He also said he was offered the head coaching job with the NY team but turned it down. Yet, he is still paying close attention as he has several friends involved.

02-10-2020, 02:51 PM	#1
neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,878 Blog Entries: 13	Re: N/S Your take on the XFL This incarnation is SO much better than the original XFL. The XFL really could have staying power as a minor/feeder league to the NFL. It isn't going to ever compete with the NFL unless NFL has an extraordinary scandal or labor issue like never seen before. The key to the XFL being successful long-term is actually going to be the NCAA, not the NFL. I'm very curious to see their first draft or rosters a year or two down the road look when/if the XFL manages to get some popular college stars that couldn't quite find a home in the NFL. XFL needs to milk the college ties, then they will get more people hooked and retain fan interest organically. LIKES: Broadcast/coverage. LOVED that they had Joel Klatt, Brock Huard and carryover of multiple college broadcast people. Created familiarity so I didn't feel like I stepped into some alternate universe LOL. Kickoff rule is much better because NFL kickoffs are often so anti-climactic (block in back or kick out of endzone). This is more like a rugby play and better tests the skill of the players. Extra-point rules are good and keep you interested. Much Less gimmicky than original XFL. Good pace and officiating, games didn't turn into flag-fests or review-fests. DISLIKES: Broadcast offensive play-calls (It was kind of cool to get in touch with the football terms and lingo, but spoils the fun of not knowing if the run or pass was coming) Interviewing coaches and players - I liked it, but they need to dial it back a bit.

02-10-2020, 03:10 PM	#2
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,714	Re: N/S Your take on the XFL Originally Posted by neugey This incarnation is SO much better than the original XFL. The XFL really could have staying power as a minor/feeder league to the NFL. It isn't going to ever compete with the NFL unless NFL has an extraordinary scandal or labor issue like never seen before. The key to the XFL being successful long-term is actually going to be the NCAA, not the NFL. I'm very curious to see their first draft or rosters a year or two down the road look when/if the XFL manages to get some popular college stars that couldn't quite find a home in the NFL. XFL needs to milk the college ties, then they will get more people hooked and retain fan interest organically. LIKES: Broadcast/coverage. LOVED that they had Joel Klatt, Brock Huard and carryover of multiple college broadcast people. Created familiarity so I didn't feel like I stepped into some alternate universe LOL. Kickoff rule is much better because NFL kickoffs are often so anti-climactic (block in back or kick out of endzone). This is more like a rugby play and better tests the skill of the players. Extra-point rules are good and keep you interested. Much Less gimmicky than original XFL. Good pace and officiating, games didn't turn into flag-fests or review-fests. DISLIKES: Broadcast offensive play-calls (It was kind of cool to get in touch with the football terms and lingo, but spoils the fun of not knowing if the run or pass was coming) Interviewing coaches and players - I liked it, but they need to dial it back a bit. As for your first dislike, there was minimal practice time available for the start up to introduce nothing more than a basic playbook. I have a feeling that we'll start seeing more checks being made at the line as the season progresses where the decision to go run or pass will depend more on the read at the line. As for the second, I'll bet they do dial it back a bit with push back by the coaches. Todd Haley, now an NFL Radio co-host, said he would absolutely hate the in game interviews. He also said he was offered the head coaching job with the NY team but turned it down. Yet, he is still paying close attention as he has several friends involved.
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