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I hope you’re right because it sure didn’t work out to good for the iconic Pete Carroll.

I’m not all way to familiar with it, Real American Freestyle, other than what I’ve read about it, like, it was founded in August 2025, and one of the founders was Hulk Hogan. It might catch one depending on how it’s marketed.

While my Cowboys aren’t in search for a new HC, they’re seriously looking for a new DC coach. Here’s what’s going on to fill that coaching position per Yahoo Sports… The Cowboys have requested permission to interview Minnesota defensive pass game coordinator Daronte Jones, Denver assistant HC/pass game coordinator Jim Leonhard and Browns safeties coach Ephraim Banda. Dallas was denied permission to speak to Jeff Ulbrich for the DC position by Atlanta as he remains under contract to the team for now. The first round of interviews will begin on Friday as Dallas is set to speak with Daronte Jones and Ephraim Band. They reportedly will speak with Jim Leonhard on Saturday. The Cowboys are set to interview defensive line coach Aaron Whitecotton. Dallas will reportedly interview former Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon as well as former Ravens defensive coordinator Zach Orr. Nick Harris listed Chuck Pagano (former Colts head coach) and Jonathan Cooley (Panthers passing game coordinator) as names to watch. Dallas is reportedly requesting permission to interview Eagles defensive backs coach and passing-game coordinator Christian Parker. The Cowboys have reportedly requested an interview with Charlie Bullen, the Giants outside linebackers coach who served as their interim defensive coordinator down the stretch after they fired Shane Bowen. Jonathan Gannon (fired by the Cardinals), Jeff Ulbrich (former Falcons coordinator and Raheem Morris was fired there), and Mike Rutenberg (was also a part of Atlanta's staff). Brian Flores (finished the season as the Vikings defensive coordinator but was in the final year of his contract) was noted as someone to watch. Imho, it’s true that coaches jobs are a dime a dozen, so it seems, but while the blame for a questionable season lies on the shoulders of the coaching staff, the players themselves must share the burden because they have to execute the plays no matter how good or bad the play call might be. GO COWBOYS!!

That’s quite a lot of HC jobs lost. Maybe the owners can be the GM and HC too. Raiders might as well court Tomlin too. Btw the way, I’m available. I sure can’t be worse as them have been.

USPS is releasing a forever stamp to honor Bruce Lee on February 18, 2026. Stamp shows Bruce Lee in a flying side kick with a background of yellow brush stroke that gives respect to the color of the jumpsuit that Bruce Lee wore in “Game of Death”. The flying side kick makes it appear the he is breaking in half the words “Bruce Lee USA Forever”. I’m guessing that a book of this forever stamp might cost $18, which is a normal price for USPS Forever Stamps. I’ll be getting at least 2 books for myself.

Raiders search for a new head coach is ramping up. Sure they need a HC since they fired their last HC. It might help them next season but getting an iconic HC didn’t help them one bit last season at all. Better QB and Offensive Line is what they need. Imho!!

I might be way out there in left field but I’m starting to agree with my friend, Dwight, who’s a Seahawks fan, that the NFL is rigged. How so?!? I’m not sure. I’ve no proof other than by watching the games. You think the missed kicks, throwing it directly to the other team, and questionable penalties are above par?? How does the Bears beat the Packers. At one time the Packers lead the game in the end of the 3rd quarter 21-6. Games end, it was Bears 31 and Packers 27; Bears scored 25 points in the 4th quarter to the Packers 6 points. Packers had a 3rd and 2. Love could’ve easily ran it but he threw a 40 yard pass…and 4th and 2 they punt?!? Something smells fishy. Like pro-wrestling, the NFL knows games outcome before the game starts. Gambling plays a huge role now. The NFL now feels like a version of the Black Sox to me. Something’s fishy on the gridiron. IMHO!!

What’s those books about, Patrick??

Very good choice!!

This would be tai sabaki, correct? Yes.Tai Sabaki allows one to avoid an attack, in such a manner that the defender who’s receiving said attack ends becoming in an advantageous position. Tai Sabaki is akin to Ashli Sabaki…footwork and Te Sabaki…handwork.

That’s why it’s so great to be a HC in the NFL. If, I mean, when you get fired, and the wheels temporarily fall off, TADA, you’re hired by another team for how ever long that lasts. HC’s in the NFL are recycled like yesterday’s real bad nightmare. The show must go on!!

Once again…NFL HC jobs are like a tight rope walker’s career…NFL/Not For Long.

Well…YEAH!! Why not!! My bubble just got burst!! The NFL will not allow Brady to return to the gridiron for one simple reason: his role as a minority owner of the Raiders. NFL created a rule back in 2023 that prohibits non-family employees of an owner from holding equity in a team. Brady of he QB’d for the Raiders would be an employee; a conflict of interest. Well…darn it.

It’s all good my friend!!

I know it’s not of any consequence nor a possibility but why don’t the Raiders entertain, even if just for a second, ask Tom Brady to return to the NFL gridiron to QB for 1 season for the Silver and Black?!? After all, Tom has an interest to see the Raiders get out of the gutter. Unless there’s some NFL rulings that would prohibit that.

At my age, my only resolution is to awake each morning to a new day.

Cowboys lost to the Giants 34-17. Raiders ALMOST loss against the Chiefs. With only just over 1 minute remaining in the game the Chiefs went ahead 12-11. I was sure that the Raiders were done for once again. That was until the Raiders kicked a 60 yard field goal for the win. Raiders owner Mark Davis has fired head coach Pete Carroll… “The Las Vegas Raiders have relieved Pete Carroll of his duties as head coach. We appreciate and wish him and his family all the best. Moving forward, General Manager John Spytek will lead all football operations in close collaboration with Tom Brady, including the search for the club's next head coach. Together, they will guide football decisions with a shared focus on leadership, culture, and alignment with the organization's long-term vision and goals”. ~ Mark Davis This wasn’t surprising whatsoever. Once again the NFL means, in Pete Carroll’s case, Not For Long. As usual at seasons end, head coaches are fired for cause. Hopefully, for my wife’s sake, the Raiders don’t waste their #1 pick and actually draft some solid players in key positions, namely QB and Offensive Linemen. As far as my Cowboys…well…too bad that Jerry Jones can’t be fired as GM. Isn’t football fun?!?

Why?? His abilities wouldn’t help the Chiefs?!?

Happy New Year to KF and everyone here!! Another year behind us; hopefully 2026 will safe, prosperous, and healthy for us all.

Shannon’s writing skills were a pleasant surprise for me. Perhaps that’s why it’s quite difficult to put her book down.

Like the old adage says…”NFL stands for Not For Long”. Many heads will roll at season end. Cowboys defeated the Commanders with the final score: Cowboys 30 Commanders 23 A lot too late to do any real good for the Cowboys. At least they’re still fighting for the ‘W’. Cowboys travel back east to the hosting Giants for their final game this season. Not like the poor hosting Raiders who lost to the Giants. Obviously the Raiders are worse than the miserable Giants: Raiders 10 Giants 34 Geno Smith threw 2 more interceptions; most INT this season. Geno also gets sacked more than any other QB because he’s afraid to leave the pocket; he’s no legs. A lot of people believe that the Raiders are tanking on purpose to secure 1st pick at draft day. I don’t know if that holds water or not but the Raiders should be ashamed of themselves. Crosby has every right to be upset after the Raiders sat time down for the rest of the season. Maxx did a video showing that he was doing just fine. I’ve also that Crosby is telling the Raiders if they don’t get rid of Geno Smith that he’ll seek him to be traded. Not sure if this is true or not. Raiders host the Chiefs on January 4th.

I believe you’re absolutely correct!! I believe that he wasn’t knocked out, he was knocked to the mat; referee ended the fight therefore Jake was TKO’d.

So far I’m enjoying it quite immensely. At times it’s hard to put it down.

Very interesting topic, Spartacus Maximus; thank you. I believe that this topic must be taken seriously because dire circumstances and consequences arise from an lackadaisical approach. Each USA state has distinct and varied laws regarding self-defense. Know before one acts because there’s a saying that says that “Only a fool has himself for a lawyer.” Several years ago back in 2010, I purchased the following book that might still be of some interest and relevance: Self-Defense Laws Of All 50 States by Attorney Mitch Vilos and Eva Vilos. No matter what, book or not, recent publications or not, I’d still speak with an attorney just to protect myself.

Key factors about Shindokan: 1) We never block an attack 2) We want to get behind our attackers 3) We want to be very close to our attacker 4) We don’t back up Here’s a basic brief of what I’m talking about. So far, I’ve briefly discussed key factor #1; We never block an attack. We deflect said attack. Moreover, we receive said attack!! Today, I’d like to briefly discuss Shindokan key factor #2; bold typed above: We want to get behind our attacker. Why?? As a human being, our natural instinct is to address any threat head on because forward movement offers many opportunities. So, when attacked heads on, said attack can be avoided much easier, akin to having eyes on the target. Both tools are online and I don’t want that. By getting behind my attacker, I blind him as to my intentions because my attacker no longer has clear eyes on me. Once behind my attacker, even if just for a split second, it gives me clear opportunities to create havoc. There’s numerous targets to strike once I find myself behind my attacker. Once behind, I must strike with a vicious intent. Sounds goods?!? Not so fast!! Getting behind an attacker isn’t as simple as it sounds. Offense/Defense is a chess game; both battling to outdo one another. The goal is for me to get the checkmate on my attacker before he does…not a stalemate or a draw, but checkmate. How do I get behind my attacker?!? By getting up close to your attacker, aka, close range attack/defense. Not many people are comfortable getting nose to nose with their attacker. The unnerving positions aren’t always easy to engage but it has to be done whether it’s liked or not…I love it. For us in Shindokan, the key to getting behind our attacker lies in close range fighting. Yes. However, you just don’t waltz into close range without a little help. The little help comes via the setup(s)!! We use our longest weapons…our kicks, but not just our kicking arsenal. Hands and feet in combinations. When my opponent moves, so do I. My goal is to exchange positions so that I’m standing behind my attacker. One of the drills we teach in getting behind our attacker involves “Slipping”. This technique is when we create an irresistible opening for our attacker to target. Once that target reaches a point that’s too hard to resist for the attacker, arresting said attack can’t be effectively prevented, the attacker becomes way far too committed to their target. Once the point of no return is reached by the attacker, we simply slip behind our attacker through our setup, whichever that might be. Primary drilling tool we use in teaching how to slip in phase 1 is a body shield. When I travel to Hayes, KS years ago to train a few days with Brian, aka bushido_man96, we drilled this phase 1 drill; it’s a two-person drill: In phase 1, the Attacker holds the body shield in front of them against their body. Should is to protect both because things happen. Defender assumes a fighting stance. Attacker doesn’t announce their attack; attacker attacks at their own discretion. Defender waits for attacker to get very close, at that point, defenders slips the attackers attack making sure to stay very close to the attacker, ending up behind. Once the CI feels that the defender is ready, the shield is removed from the attacker; that’s phase 2. Phase 3; the defender incorporates set ups. Phase 4; the defender selects attackers off-line targets. Advanced drills incorporate a Bo-Staff being thrusted forwards to the defender’s front online targets. Again, if one can’t function effectively with close range, there’s no way to get behind said attacker. Main reason for this difficulty is that the student is afraid. Maturity in their technique takes a long time to develop. The most fearsome animals moves to the back, and attacks its prey from the back. Why? When my attacker is behind me, all of my tools are isolated. That’s not good!! All of fighting is getting your tools online. Once I’m behind my attacker, my tools are online but my attackers tools are isolated. Being isolated is not where anyone wants to be. So, if possible, learn to get behind your attacker(s) so that your attacker(s) tools are isolated and your tools are online.