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2013 NFL Draft Defensive End Rankings and Reports
I recently lost all of the information on my hard drive but I'm going to start the process of re-scouting some of the top pass rushers in this class. Enjoy!
Barkevious Mingo, Louisiana St.* (6'4", 240, 4.55)
• Height and length are ideal for a defensive end or outside linebacker prospect
• Violent, active hand use prevents offensive linemen from being able to lock on
• Initial burst off of the snap is perhaps the best in the entire draft class; elite quickness
• Plays with a great deal of aggressiveness and has a motor which is always running
• Bend off of the edge is outstanding and can regularly win outside positioning
• Closing speed is elite and finishes with consistency due to hit power and tackling form
• Straight line speed is very impressive and showcases an outstanding pursuit range
• Excellent pad level allows him to win the leverage battle more often than not
• More stout as a run defender than expected given his lack of bulk; keeps legs churning
• Remembers to get his hands up to bat down passes when unable to reach the quarterback
• Mixes up his rush strategies in order to generate constant pressure on the quarterback
• Has played on both the left and right sides of Louisiana State's defense effectively
• Even lined up on some coverage units for Louisiana State and was effective there
• Appears to be more than athletic enough to develop zone coverage skills as a linebacker
• Has considerable upside considering he will only be entering his junior season in 2012
• Severe lack of bulk means he will have to show that he can handle considerable weight
• Ends up on the ground a little bit too often because he gets overly aggressive or too low
• Initial punch can be absorbed by offensive tackles and has some trouble winning with power
• Can get stuck on blocks when offensive linemen are able to lock onto his thin frame
• Plays a little bit out of control and can be run at when he commits to winning the outside
• Was mostly used as part of a rotation with Louisiana State's other quality pass rushers
• Was rushing out of a three-point stance far more often than he was standing up last year
• Only has one year of production in college so far; must continue to impress as a junior
Grade: First round
Alex Okafor, Texas (6'4", 260, 4.65)
• Has a sturdy build along with the height and bulk to play in either a 4-3 or 3-4
• Long arms are effective at creating separation from offensive linemen
• Powerful style of play; can drive blockers back and shed blocks to get to the ball
• Tackling fundamentals are sound; wraps up with proper form and hits forcefully
• Change-of-direction is impressive; can bend the edge in order to get to the quarterback
• Motor is more than adequate; gives effort against the pass as well as the run
• Uses a few different pass rush moves in order to create pressure; active hand use
• Anchor is solid; avoids getting driven back too often by keeping his feet moving
• Does a nice job of scraping down the line in order to make plays against the run
• Has rushed out of both two and three-point stances in college (more effective from three)
• Inconsistency must be addressed in the 2012 season (week-to-week play)
• Must improve his initial quickness off of the snap; lags behind his teammates
• Recognition skills will require some work; ends up out of position a little bit too often
• Overly focused on winning the outside at times and surrenders inside (overaggression)
• Played the left end in college rather than the more reassuring right end position
• Pad level gets a little bit high when he rushes from a two-point stance
• Has not been an incredible finisher; six sacks in 2011 was a career high (10.5 total)
• Character will be investigated after being arrested in a bar this month
Grade: First round
Jackson Jeffcoat, Texas* (6'4", 250, 4.65)
• Ideal height for a pass rusher; has the arm length to shed blocks and bat passes
• Often rushes out of a two-point stance from the right side of the defensive line
• Gets off the snap is a hurry and can win battles with his initial burst a;pme
• Very active motor especially when rushing the passer; will not give up after initial move
• Can bend the corner, reroute, and challenge blockers with a surprising punch
• Bull rush is surprisingly effective considering his bulk; has an effective rip as well
• Keeps his feet moving after contact in order to compensate for lack of bulk
• Has been utilized in zone coverage out of a two-point stance in Texas' defense
• Gets his hands up in order to swat down passes at the line of scrimmage
• Was very effective as a sophomore in college; has a ton of room for improvement
• Would need to add a significant amount of bulk in order to play defensive end
• Relies more on his speed than his power; does not anchor especially well
• Inconsistent leverage; sometimes has trouble getting himself low enough to win battles
• Often takes poor angles in run support; sacrifices lanes by overemphasizing pass rush
• Plays with a bit of a narrow base and can be a bit slow to react laterally
• Ends up in the ground a little bit too often; can be knocked off balance with punch
• Will need to improve his coverage drops in the NFL; looks choppy in his backpedal
• Previous ankle injury will have to be medically examined at the NFL Combine
Grade: First round
Sam Montgomery, Louisiana St.* (6'4", 250, 4.60)
• Height and length are ideal for a defensive end or outside linebacker prospect
• Bulk should already be adequate for some NFL teams looking for 3-4 outside linebackers
• Burst off of the snap is impressive and can sometimes win because of quickness alone
• Bend is above-average and can redirect effectively in order to reach the quarterback
• More effective than expected as a run defender; maintains gap responsibility well
• Uses hands in order to prevent blockers from locking on blockers and swat down passes
• Can rush with either speed or power in order to create pressure on the quarterback
• Healthy motor and is active in pursuit against the run as well; plays sideline-to-sideline
• Plays with leverage and knows how to shoot gaps by getting low and skinny
• Was extremely productive as a sophomore in 2011 (named to the All-SEC first team)
• Room for improvement is considerable after only one year as a starting defender
• Will need to add some bulk in order to play defensive end in most 4-3 schemes
• Winds up on the ground fairly often (could be a result of either strength or bulk)
• Too often blocked by tight ends because of his lack of playing strength; must churn legs
• Not as fluid or disruptive as Barkevious Mingo; gathers himself to change directions
• Instincts are fairly raw and must locate the ball and recognize plays more quickly
• Must demonstrate the ability to win the outside more often while rushing the passer
• Limited experience rushing out of a two-point stance; may show more in that area in 2012
• Really benefited from playing on Louisiana State's loaded defense and saw easy matchups
• Has only one year of starting experience and must continue his success next year
Grade: First round
Brandon Jenkins, Florida St. (6'3", 265, 4.70)
• Height and bulk are adequate for defensive end and ideal for outside linebacker
• Rushed from the right side in college despite playing with other quality rushers
• Shows a strong burst when getting off the line of scrimmage; closing speed is excellent
• Excellent bend when rushing from the edge; can swing back to the quarterback easily
• Creative use of varied pass-rush moves in order to catch blockers off guard
• Very active hand use is effective for preventing defenders from locking on
• Plays with a stronger initial punch than expected; compensates for relative lack of size
• Tenacity and motor are impressive on passing downs; loves to get after the quarterback
• Gets his hands up when he is unable to reach the quarterback (three batted passes)
• Highly productive over the previous two seasons in college and decided to return to school
• May end up being shorter than listed at the NFL Combine (Everette Brown three inches shorter)
• Almost exclusively rushed out of the three-point stance; didn't look as effective standing up
• Takes questionable angles in pursuit (too narrow/direct); could be an issue in coverage
• Overly focused on getting to the quarterback and could play the run more effectively
• Instincts when playing the run are too tentative; can be caught out of position or slow to react
• Ends up on the ground too often; ferocity sometimes leads to slipping on the field
• Somewhat of an inconsistent tackler who generally needs a direct path to make the stop
• Junior season was a bit of a step back from his sophomore year (13.5 sacks soph., 8.0 junior)
Grade: First or second round
Margus Hunt, Southern Methodist (6'7", 290)
Athleticism: Incredibly strong and athletic; reportedly runs a 4.7 and has a 36" vertical leap.
Block Shedding: Long arms are extremely useful in this area; can assume two-gap responsibilities.
Burst: Has a surprising burst off of the line of scrimmage given his size; can win the edge off the snap.
Character: No known character concerns, but is overaged (will be a 25 year-old rookie.)
Durability: Has appeared in 40 games over three years at SMU; recently underwent shoulder surgery.
Experience: Did not begin playing football until 2009 but has extensive collegiate experience.
Hand Use: Active and uses his hands effectively in order to prevent blockers from locking on.
Instincts: Gets off of the snap quickly but is susceptible to misdirection plays at times.
Motor: Plays with a high motor and is aggressive in pursuit against the pass as well as the run.
Production: Only 16.5 career tackles for loss and just 7.5 career sacks; has blocked ten kicks.
Rush Moves: Must add more rush moves; overly relies on his strength and athleticism (bull rush.)
Size: Massive (6'7", 290), long-limbed lineman with an 82" wingspan; could potentially add bulk.
Strength: Very strong for a 4-3 defensive end; reportedly has benched 225 pounds 35 times.
Tackling: Effective, forceful hit-and-wrap tackler who uses his long arms to his advantage.
Versatility: Primarily a right end, but has also blocked 14 kicks on special teams units.
Summary: Hunt's combination of size, strength, and athleticism will pique the interest of coaches looking for projects with high ceilings. Plays like a first-rounder at times, but his production has never matched his physical tools. Style of play and physical tools recall 2007 first-round pick Adam Carriker.
Ideal Fit(s): 3-4 defensive end, 4-3 defensive end
Grade: Second round
Devin Taylor, South Carolina (6'7", 260, 4.75)
• Height and overall length are elite; physically resembles Bengals DE Michael Johnson
• Added considerable weight from his sophomore year to junior year; room for more growth
• Plays with an active motor and snap-to-snap effort is not a concern; fights through whistle
• Can win the outside with his initial burst and quickness; above-average bend back to QB
• Very aggressive, violent hitter who has a knack for picking up intimidating sacks
• Backside contain is sound; does not abandon gaps or fall for misdirection plays often
• Lined up in both two and three-point stances in college and looked comfortable standing up
• Frequently used in coverage (both man and zone); big and athletic enough to cover tight ends
• Has a very impressive spin move which has been used to create pressure; uses swim as well
• Intercepted one pass in each of the past two seasons; both picks were returned for touchdowns
• Has two years of college production already; one of the most accomplished rushers in the draft
• Frame could use some additional bulk in order to improve anchor as a 4-3 defensive end
• Leverage can be a problem due to his height; also rises too high out of his stance
• Balance must be improved; sometimes slips around and looks like he's playing on skates
• Does not possess an elite closing burst to the quarterback; more of a smooth accelerator
• More of a finesse player than a power player; primarily relies on quickness and moves
• Overall consistency is a concern; looks great one play and awkward on the next snap
• Did not have the junior campaign that many were expecting; looked better as a sophomore
• May not have the upside of some of the underclassmen; extensive on-field experience already
Grade:Second round
Bjoern Werner, Florida St.* (6'4", 275, 4.80)
• Possesses the bulk necessary to remain at defensive end in the NFL
• Motor is the first thing that stands out on tape; very aggressive, tenacious player
• Plays with power and uses the bull rush to challenge offensive linemen
• Tackling technique is sound; hits and then wraps to make the stop
• Has a powerful anchor and is effective at shedding blocks in order to make plays
• Gets off of the snap fairly quickly and is adept at finding the ball fast
• Has handled some two-gap responsibilities when defending against the run
• Has some experience playing right end and defensive tackle in addition to left side
• Potential for improvement remains due to relative inexperience with football
• Height and arm length could both leave a little bit to be desired (may only be 6'2")
• Closing burst is average; does not show a second gear when chasing the quarterback
• Lacks elite bend when rushing the passer and generally relies on his power
• Stiffness could limit him to teams running 4-3 schemes; may struggle in coverage
• Range is a little bit lacking against both the pass and the run; not the best athlete
• Could add to his repertoire of pass rush moves; mostly just a bull/rip rusher
• Plays primarily on the left side at Florida State because of Brandon Jenkins
• Only has one year of production under his belt and may benefit from staying in school
Grade: Second round
Upcoming scouting reports:
William Gholston, Michigan St.*
Dion Jordan, Oregon
John Simon, Ohio St.
I know we picked up Chandler Jones this draft and Hightower has the ability to put his hand on the ground too, but damn do I want us to pick up one of these guys. So many long rangy athletes who are just perfect for what Belichick looks for. Devin Taylor is the guy I would like to see us get the most but both LSU guys, both Texas guys, Gholston, and Werner are all potential fits.
I like Devin Taylor as a fit for New England as well; he drops into coverage regularly and has an extremely appealing combination of size (6'7", 260) and athleticism, with incredibly long arms. LSU's guys are probably too thin for Belichick's tastes. Ultimately the most realistic scenario in which New England drafts a pass rusher is if they decide to go with a four-down base (in which Chandler Jones would play on the right side and someone like Taylor or Alex Okafor played left end), or if Brandon Spikes is on the way out which would free up the SILB spot for Hightower. Spikes seemed to play well last year though; Belichick also said that he envisions Chandler Jones as a left outside linebacker (elephant), which would make Hightower the ROLB in the 3-4. Therefore a five-technique seems like a more natural projection at this point, although the Patriots could also have the opportunity to pursue Glenn Dorsey (2012 is the final year of his deal) or Tyson Jackson (owed $14.7 million in 2013) in free agency. Both players have a significant amount of experience playing for Romeo Crennel.
I like Devin Taylor's physical skillset but I think he plays soft. My wet dream right now is Sam Montgomery getting slightly injured towards the end of the season so he somehow drops to NE :) Will Gholston would also be nice, but the ghost of his cousin still haunts me.
Margus Hunt is my wet dream as a 3-4DE need a player like him.
I agree with you that William Gholston's size/strength/playing demeanor are very appealing. Sam Montgomery should be a dynamic pass rusher in the NFL, but does anyone seriously think Belichick would draft a 240 pound pass rusher?
It could be a shame to because next year's class looks to be the strongest pass rushing class in a long time
Hmmm....Jeffcoat or Okafor?
Also a big fan of Montgomery. How would Devin Taylor do in a 3-4? I agree with Razor that he plays a little soft.
Devin Taylor is incredibly raw. I don't think being soft is a problem with him at all. I saw good effort and solid awareness and football IQ throughout the Clemson-South Carolina game which I evaluated in-depth about a week ago. I don't think he is as sudden or as special of an athlete as most claim. I don't think Taylor is a bad athlete, I just don't see elite. As of now, he rarely uses his hands and just looks sloppy rushing the passer. He was matched up with Clemson's RT, who went undrafted, and was neutralized most of the game because Taylor just isn't polished.
I don't think Taylor belongs in the first right now. I don't see the special athletic ability everybody raves about, he plays high, and has minimal hand usage. Very raw.
I agree with the last part. But I also saw a lack of physicality from him as well. The only game in which he impressed me was against Georgia.
This DE class has the potential to have 3+ DE's taken in the top 10 depending on who declares. Teams will always need pass rushers and right now I project Mingo, Jones, Okafor as possible top 10 picks. Guys like Montgomery, Jeffcoat and Gholston all are possible top 20 picks as well. I really hope Oakland gets one of these guys to play DE.
Next year's pass rushing class is incredible. I wouldn't mind a guy like Jeffcoat falling to the Vikigns in round 2, though we will have bigger needs.
I think you're underrating Jeffcoat as a run defender.
Right now at this point in the draft process, I'm a big fan of Okafor followed by Gholston, Montgomery Jeffcoat, Jordan, Werner and Simon. They all have the look of 1st rounders to me. Mingo and Taylor are a step behind but they still have to play the season where anything can and will happen.
I'd have to look into character and measurables a little bit more and obviously there is a lot of scouting I still have to do, but as of now I'd probably rank them as something like:
4-3 defensive end:
Alex Okafor (1)
Devin Taylor (1)
William Gholston (1)
Brandon Jenkins (1-2)
John Simon (2)
Bjoern Werner (2)
3-4 outside linebacker:
Jarvis Jones (1)
Sam Montgomery (1)
Barkevious Mingo (1)
Jackson Jeffcoat (1)
Dion Jordan (2)
Just added a report for Bjoern Werner; his style of play is incredibly appealing but he may be a little bit too stiff to play linebacker in the NFL and profiles as a 4-3 left end.
I think Mingo is overrated as a 3-4 OLB unless he gains some weight. Great frame and movement skills, but not sure about him yet.
Here are some other guys, Carradine could be a 1st round pick with a good year, he can be a beast. And Square/Stinson are absolute book end DEs in a 3/4 potentially, especially Square.
Cornellius Carradine Florida State
Damion Square Alabama
Corey Lemonier Auburn JR
Ed Stinson Alabama JR
Earl Okine Florida
Craig Roh Michigan
Malliciah Goodman Clemson
Wes Horton USC
Tyler Hoover Michigan State
Gerald Rivers Ole Miss
Taylor Wyndham Kentucky
Colton Miles-Nash Arkansas
Barkevious Mingo and Sam Montgomery reports are up! I had initially thought Sam Montgomery was the superior prospect, but on tape Mingo looks noticeably more disruptive. I'd grade Mingo out as a top five or ten pick, and Montgomery as someone who could go in the teens or early twenties.
Wes Horton's sister is really hot.
Anyone named Malliciah is winning.
EDIT: Decided to go with a second-round grade for Devin Taylor; he could end up going in the first round depending on his senior season but the junior campaign wasn't consistent enough for me to give him the first-round grade.
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SABMiller's Organic Beer Demand Frozen by Chinese Winter
- Commentary
- By Simon Zekaria
Underestimate the significance of weather on the consumer economy at your peril.
SABMiller Tuesday said an "exceptionally cold and wet winter" in China meant its organic beer volumes in the Asian powerhouse fell 3%, causing demand in the Asia Pacific region to decline and its overall global performance to slow.
China, as befits the world's most populous nation, is vital in volumes terms for the brewers. It is the world's largest beer market, far ahead of the U.S., with almost a quarter of all global beer consumption, according to Bernstein Securities data.
But low beer revenue and market fragmentation means profits in China are nowhere near as big, which will be some comfort to the big brewers impacted by the unusually cold snap, which is seen as China's coldest winter in almost three decades. Some 21% of SABMiller's beer volumes come from China, says Bernstein, but the country only accounts for 5% of revenue and 2% of operating profit.
The maker of Castle lager and Miller Lite, which operates in China through a 49% stake in brewer CR Snow, says the recent weather event can be considered exceptional and that its structural position in China remains unaffected. Indeed, a company spokesman told me the group's market share in the country improved.
Still, Shore Capital analyst Phil Carroll said the China result would likely be seen as "disappointing" to investors.
[More over the jump]
Global brewing and bottling giant SABMiller, maker of Castle lager, gave a mixed performance in London following its third-quarter results. While its Australian and Latin American businesses showed an improvement, weak demand in China and slowing global volume growth were cause for concern.
Elsewhere in the sector, Société Générale upgraded Remy Cointreau to "hold" from "sell" following the company's third-quarter sales figures last week.
"We had been negative on the stock given uncertainty surrounding the demand in China and also a lack of momentum due to the timing of the [Lunar New Year]," SocGen analysts said. "With some reassurance on Chinese demand during the results call, we are now turning more positive."
"However, we struggle with an expensive valuation; on our numbers the stock trades at a 45% premium to Pernod and Diageo," SocGen added.
[Read on over the jump]
SAB Miller's unusually long serving board has a ready list of justifications when questioned about corporate governance. But can it justify the latest round of management changes?
The U.K. and South-African joint-listed brewer has long argued that because of the importance to its portfolio and its growth strategy of emerging markets, it needs executives and non-executives with deep knowledge of the global brewing industry.
This is one of the reasons the company said Monday that its CEO, Graham Mackay, would move to the position of Executive Chairman for a year before eventually moving into a non-Executive role after the departure of long-standing Chairman Meyer Kahn, who has been with the company for 46 years. (Yes, you read it right.)
Mr. Mackay's role as executive chairman will be to support Alan Clark, who after a year as Chief Operating Officer will step up to CEO.
In a letter to shareholders, Senior Independent Director John Manser, who is to become Deputy Chairman, said:
"Your company has a strong management team, with considerable depth of talent. All of these appointments are consistent with the Group's longstanding policy of developing its leaders, and promoting from within, to appoint the people best qualified for the job.
This policy has served shareholders extraordinarily well over many years, and your directors hope that
we may count on your continued support."
Click here to read the full letter.
Corporate governance best practice in the U.K. doesn't expressly forbid executive chairmen, but it doesn't smile on the practice.
[Read on over the jump]
SABMiller Thursday delivered solid third-quarter trading, but the global brewing giant's performance remains blighted
by mature beer markets and pricing pressure.
Analysts at Investec pointed to problems in Europe, as rivals slashed prices:
"…pressure from competitor discounting in the mainstream lager category in Europe is manifest in negative volumes (-2%)."
The U.S. is also proving challenging with "structurally challenged volume momentum [continuing] with straight-to-retailer volumes down 3.3%" the Investec analysts added.
[More over the jump]
Danish brewer Carlsberg might have turned a corner in Russia's beverage market. On Tuesday, the company posted a surprisingly high second-quarter net profit on the back of positive better-than-expected sales in the country.
Carlsberg bet the farm (or the store, as the idiom goes in Danish) on Russia when in 2008 it took full control of Baltika, Russia's largest brewer.
That turned out to be an ill-timed bet as Putin & Co. soon decided to raise the tax on beer with 200%, just when European brewers were on their way of getting Russians into cheap beer instead of cheap vodk
If SABMiller Chief Executive Graham Mackay wanted to bring back some realism to a market desperate for a recovery, he certainly succeeded today.
His pessimistic outlook for consumer spending–combined with some disappointing full-year results–certainly took the recent fizz out of the brewer's share price, sending the U.K.-based company's stock down more than 6%.[Read our coverage here.]
Even by the standards of Mackay–a glass-half-empty type at the best of times–today's efforts to trample over any perceived green shoots were thorough.
"What we see in the world as a whole now is a very uneven recovery, if it can be called a recovery," he said.
After much encouragement from various consumer goods companies in recent weeks and much talk of "green shoots" (or green sprouts as Unilever's Dutch CEO likes to call them), Mackay was very keen to dowse that particular bonfire.
SAB Miller's Castle beer has, for decades, been South Africa's favorite brew. When tourists visit the country, more often than not it's a pint of Castle that's poured for those wishing to sample the local nectar.
Abroad, the brand graces the national cricket and soccer teams' uniforms.
But there is a foe at SAB's gates, aggressively targeting the premium end of the beer market that has found growth in the rising affluence of a middle class that is emerging from the shadow of South Africa's apartheid past.
Heineken, together with Smirnoff-to-Guinness producer Diageo, Thursday opened a big brewery south of Johannesburg that will produce Heineken and Amstel, some of Diageo's tipples, and partner Namibian Breweries's Windhoek lager. None of these drinks is new to the country, and indeed they already have prominence in bars from Cape Town to Soweto. But this marks the first time they will be brewed by the owners locally. And this is going to make a big difference.
[Read on over the jump.]
Heineken has secured its growth potential from emerging markets by confirming today that it's acquiring Femsa's beer activities, in a move that received a warm welcome by the market.
Heineken's debt burden, following the acquisition of parts of Scottish & Newcastle in 2008, posed a hurdle to cash acquisitions, but the Dutch beer brewer positively surprised the market today with its all share deal that will put no further restraint on Heineken's net debt position. [Read on over the jump.]
I think it's best to ignore most of the numbers in SAB Miller's results today. [Read the statement.]
Currency, exceptionals and changes to reporting methods had far more effect on the brewer than anything else. Basically, losing 1% of volumes in the current environment is pretty good going and strong price increases offset that, so underlying sales actually grew.
And I think SAB has been overly cautious about the second half.
Those countries that have emerged from recession such as China are growing strongly and other countries are likely to follow in the next few months. The company will also benefit from a sharp fall in input costs as it benefits from lower prices for barley and glass etc. And of course the currency headwind becomes a tailwind from now onwards.
So I think this could be the low point for the company – and it's really not that low.

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Rep. Dave Loebsack, D-Iowa, will have a member of his staff, district representative David Leshtz, in Cedar and Johnson counties for open office hours.
Leshtz will be on hand to work with individuals who are having difficulty with a government agency, have suggestions for Loebsack or who would like to share their concerns. Members of the public are invited to attend.
? 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Tipton Senior Center, 111 Orange St.
? 12:45 to 2 p.m. Tuesday at A Place to Land Coffee Shop, 206 Cedar St. in Tipton.
? 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Methodist Church, 122 N. West St. in Solon.
? 12:45 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Solon Public Library, 320 W. Main St.
Residents who are unable to attend but have a concern to share with the congressman, may call the district office at 866-914-4692.


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Exactly. No disassemble #5!
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Exactly. No disassemble #5!
I'd laugh if I ever saw you in public with that monstrosity. I guess it would be alright if you were a contestant in a "pile as much stuff onto a Segway as possible" competition though.Quote:
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On a more serious note, I'd be afraid of getting mugged on that thing.
****, I didn't know that people actually owned Segways!
WOW! thats cool!
But it must put a drain on it with all the weight.
I remember seeing them for the 1st time at Farnborough a few years ago. BAe systems were using them for staff to get around the air show and I was amazed that they could go up and down steps.
:lol: I have seen it all now, fantastic
Thanks for all the comments, YEA it does look like johnny #5
I have 2 9aH batteries, and with ALL the gear it adds about 30 lbs to the total weight
With rider that is still 30 LBS LESS then the total allowable weight. so there is NO loss of power or range on it. So far with EVERYTHING running I get about 8 hours of power (Since the seg can go 12 miles on a charge, I use up my 'fuel' before I run out of aux power)
Mugged? - Shiiiiit they wouldnt figure out how the damm thing works!
Quatro - I'm still working on it, Once I have all the bugs worked out, I will then start the cabling internal, i just wanted to show the group, what I was doing
Wow, that's given me an idea. Gonna produce an invalid carriage pc with all the gubbins on including a 32" touchscreen lcd with walking stick stylus, Mantovani and Cliff Richard mp3's, supermarket and bingo aisle navigation and blood pressure and heart monitoring. I bet Enforcer would snap one up :D
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sounds like my vespa!
I prefer the idea of using a projector and then having the screen fold out and act as a sail for environmentally friendly invalid transport! Good for california with all those ageing millionaires!
If they were so environmentally friendly, they'd all sign up for voluntary euthanasia and clear some space for us young 'uns :DQuote:
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we could burn them and generate electricity! renewable engery! perfect!Quote:
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You are free mind, soul, and heart
When I first met you I thought you were a freak
But this summer I got to know you better, taking a closer peak.
You love gore
And you called yourself a gore-whore
That still gives me the creeps
But luckily I can still sleep
You hang with cool peeps
Some are outlandish in bounds and leaps
We hung a few times this summer
But we should've hung more - what a bummer.
You have two Facebook profiles
Each with different info and styles
One has a nominal identity
While the other looks differently
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Fifth annual Southern Miss Baseball Fan Day set for Feb. 8
The Southern Miss baseball team will hold its fifth annual fan day Saturday, Feb. 8, beginning at 10 a.m. at Pete Taylor Park/Hill Denson Field. Events will include a free kids camp, an autograph session and an intra-squad scrimmage.
"It is hard to believe that this is the fifth year that we have done this event and it just seems to get better and better each season," said Southern Miss baseball coach Scott Berry. "Our players enjoy interacting with the youngsters and teaching the game of baseball, and it also is a great chance for ...


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The NFL Preseason officially kicks-off its full schedule tonight (if you don't count the Hall of Fame Game from last Sunday) and I could not be any more excited. Sure, preseason games don't really count, but there are still plenty of great reasons to be invested in the preseason this year. Here are my top five reasons why you should be watching:
When the clock hit zero in the Super Bowl on February 2nd, football fans everywhere immediately went into football withdrawal. Sundays were not the same. Monday nights were not the same. Food stopped having flavor. Colors were not as bright. The last two may be a stretch, but not by much. While the preseason is just exhibition games, getting to see your favorite players suit up and hit the field still gives you that dose of football that you were longing for.
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It's a question many have been wondering, especially since the elevator incident: are Jay Z and Beyonce splitting up? Here, I'll break down everything surrounding the billionaire couple, rumors, speculation, and fans included, so you can become the resident Jay Z and Beyonce expert at your next family party/company event/watercooler conversation.
This is really what started the whole 'Jay/Bey are done' rumors. It happened back in May, when some security footage leaked from a Met Gala after-party. There's no audio in the video, but it clearly showed Jay Z, Beyonce, and Solange (Beyonce's sister) on an elevator. Solange was yelling, and then she went after Jay Z. Theories behind why the bizarre 'incident' took place include:
1.) Jay Z cheated on Beyonce with Rihanna.
2.) Jay Z cheated on Beyonce with Rachel Roy.
3.) Jay Z was with Rachel Roy back in the day, and bragged about it the night of the Met Gala.
4.) Jay Z disrespected Beyonce in some way, cheating or otherwise, and Solange was sticking up for her.
5.) Solange's behavior that night is normal for her.
6.) Blue Ivy is actually Solange's daughter and now she wants custody?
7.) Solange's kid is actually Jay Z's and she's tired of hiding it?
8.) Solange and Jay Z were arguing over something Illuminati-related?
As you can see, things start to get weird, fast. This doesn't even include the joke theories! That said, all we officially know is what the three of them have said — essentially nothing.
Yet that hasn't stopped rumors from circulating that Jay Z and Beyonce are definitely, probably, maybe going to break up, separate, renew their vows, have another kid, or divorce soon, in the future, or never.
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"Others (critics) have never touched a football. They don't know how it feels to be inside here (the pitch)," he said.
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Zuma said the country had done well in preparing for the tournament, despite not having enough planning time as it was initially meant to be held in Libya.
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Before addressing the media, Zuma spoke to the team privately ahead of the tournament, which kicks off with a game between Bafana and Cape Verde at the National Stadium (FNB Stadium) on Saturday.
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In the past, I enjoyed collegiate sports much more than professional sports, especially when it came to basketball. The NBA became all about superstars and money, while the NCAA was all about traditions and rivalries.
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There are also plenty of historic rivalries throughout the country that are gone due to this realignment. Some of the main rivalries gone forever are: UConn vs. Syracuse, Missouri vs. Kansas, Maryland vs. Duke, and Texas vs. Texas A&M. I can remember instant classics that will never take place again due to the conference realignment.
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I am looking to do a guided elk hunt this fall. Many outfitters recommend wool clothing and I don't have much experience with wool. Are they talking Filson, Cabelas, King of the Mountain, etc. Any ideas/recommendations are greatly appreciated.
I am looking to do a guided elk hunt this fall. Many outfitters recommend wool clothing and I don't have much experience with wool. Are they talking Filson, Cabelas, King of the Mountain, etc. Any ideas/recommendations are greatly appreciated.
I just recently made the switch over to wool. I am truly impressed by its performance. I use first lite and kuiu. you cant go wrong with either company.
Merino wool is the best for your under clothes. I like smartwool. It is expensive but is well worth it as it doesnt stink, does not itch and layers well. On top of a merino wool short sleeve shirt and light long sleeve shirt, I wear a mil surplus shirt (paid $8) which is more like a light jacket. I was fishing for steelhead this week In 20 degree blowing snow and never had to put on my heavy wool coat with the above set up. For a wool coat, mine is Cabelas. I have had it for three years now and it still looks/wears great. For pants, I pick up whatever I find. "Big Bill" pants are nice but the best pants I have are German surplus. I paid $3 for them three years ago. They have a tight weave and shed water excellent. Whatever you do, dont get wool that is lined with anything. Sometimes they line a jacket or pants with something, (cotton blend) it ruins the reason to wear wool in the first place.
First Lite all the way. Base layers are the most important thing. I guide in the wilderness all summer and fall..I have to pack in what i need for each entire 10 day hunt. I live and die by merino wool layering system. I personally use First Lite. I dont have anything bad to say about other companies, thats just my preference as they make great products, especially with their continuing outer layer system now. Spend your money on base layer stuff first...You can get by with some sort of waterproof jacket/pants combo over that, but if you wear underlayers that do not wick away your sweat, you will become miserable if it gets cold after working up a sweat. Sometimes I wear just a basic Carhartt waterproof jacket over my base layers. You dont need Wool for everything, But its definitely worth the investment where it counts. If you can afford Sleeping Indian/King of the Mountain for outer layers, it is incredible wool clothing. . But if you want to get something Wool for the outer layers as well another good option besides the Army surplus type route which works great, is the Columbia wool which is very reasonably priced and holds up decently well especially for the price.
Wool is one of the few things that will still keep you somewhat warm if it gets wet. I use under armor cold gear for base layers. I know its not wool but it works pretty well. Good rain gear is also very important so you dont get wet. The biggest thing to avoid is cotton base layers. Once you sweat a little it will stay wet and you will be freezing in no time. I have had to strip down in the snow a couple times to take a wet cotton t-shirt off back before I knew any better. When and where is your elk hunt? That will make a difference in what you need for clothing too.
+1 for me on good quality Merino wool for base layers. I think it is awesome.
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I just ordered a wool shirt and pants from Cabelas but they were MUCH bigger and wider than the size would indicate and very heavy so I am returning them. I'll probably look at surplus. It would just be for stand hunting late in the year.
For most of the year, a merino wool base layer, a quarter zip merino wool second layer, light fleece midlayer, super light wind shirt, lightweight down jacket or vest and a jacket will handle almost any weather. I keep a lightweight rain set (Kryptek Poseidon) in my pack. A wool cap, wool scarf and a balaclava help a lot in cold weather, especially the scarf. Mike Eastman always carries a silk scarf with him.
I haven't tried the other brands mentioned, but I don't go without my Filson wool pants. Rain forests or cold weather, they are great...just hate the dry clean only part. Army surplus stuff is way too heavy, you may be able to find a pair of wool dress pants at the local Goodwill store. I am going to have to try the merino wool underwear
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If you doing a november hunt I would strongly suggest the Columbia Gallatin Range Pant as the outter layer (plus your wools or polypropolene thermals). Cabelas also makes a full wool pant but some of the reviews say it can be noisy when very cold. As well as some solid pack boots and a pair of lighter boots. It could be 60 degrees or -15 degrees at that time.
Thanks everyone for the help/advice. Ive read good stuff about merino wool just dont have any experience with it. Also I hadnt thought about the military surplus. That is certainly easier on the bank account. Musket Man I am looking at hunting in Montana during the general season (the first half of November) on either public land or private land the outfitter has access to. Once again thanks everyone for the advice.


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Quaker Valley School District officials in Pittsburgh (PA) are considering that provides about 1,700 laptops to third-graders through high school seniors, according to The Tribune-Review: "Officials said their options include providing the laptops only to students in the highest three or four grades, while using desktops for elementary grades. 'There is a question about whether younger students should have the responsibility of having their own computer,' district spokesman John Hanna said. Recent studies have found that younger students benefit less from having their own computers and that they frequently break or forget the equipment."
The article notes that "Quaker Valley was one of three Pennsylvania districts chosen to receive a $4.1 million technology grant in 2001. The district used part of the money to implement its laptop program, paying for the computers through a lease agreement. Quaker Valley invested another $2 million in the program after the grant money ran out Dec. 31."


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ST. LOUIS (USBWA) - The U.S. Basketball Writers Association has selected Ohio State forward Jared Sullinger as the winner of the 2011 Wayman Tisdale Award as the men's National Freshman of the Year. Sullinger will be honored at a gala banquet on Mon., April 11 at the Skirvin Hotel in Oklahoma City. Sullinger will also be recognized at the USBWA Awards Breakfast on Fri., April 1 in Houston in conjunction with the NCAA Men's Final Four.
Sullinger, a first-team USBWA All-American and the Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Year, has led Ohio State to a 32-2 record, the Big Ten regular-season and conference tournament championships and the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament.
The 6-9 forward from Columbus, Ohio, has started all 34 games this season and has led the team with 17.2 points and 10.1 rebounds per game while shooting 53.6 percent from the field. Four times this season Sullinger has been named the Big Ten Player of the Week. In 31 of the Buckeyes' 34 games, he has scored in double figures while recording 17 double-doubles. His 40-point game on Dec. 9 vs. IUPUI is a school freshman record.
Sullinger is just the second player from the Big Ten to win the USBWA's National Freshman of the Year Award, joining Michigan's Chris Webber in 1992.
Also, for the first time, the USBWA has selected a Freshman All-America Team. In addition to Sullinger, the first team includes Harrison Barnes (North Carolina), Terrence Jones (Kentucky), Brandon Knight (Kentucky) and Tristan Thompson (Texas). Included on the the second team are Tobias Harris (Tennessee), Perry Jones III (Baylor), Cory Joseph (Texas), Kendall Marshall (North Carolina) and Doug McDermott (Creighton).
In addition to recognizing Sullinger, the USBWA will also present the Oscar Robertson National Player of the Year Award and the Henry Iba National Coach of the Year Award at the awards breakfast in Houston, which will also pay tribute to the legendary University of Houston "Phi Slama Jama" teams.
The USBWA has chosen a national freshman of the year since the 1988-89 season when LSU's Chris Jackson was the recipient. Other previous winners of the award include Kevin Durant, Carmelo Anthony, Jason Kidd and Webber. This season marks the first year the award has been named in Wayman Tisdale's honor.
The Tisdale Award winner will receive a statuette designed by nationally-recognized sculptor Shan Gray. The April 11 banquet, hosted by ESPN's Fran Fraschilla, will also honor Dick Vitale as the recipient of the Wayman Tisdale Humanitarian Award. A permanent Wayman Tisdale Award will be on display at the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.
The late Wayman Tisdale was a three-time USBWA All-American at the University of Oklahoma. Following a stint on the 1984 U.S. Olympic basketball team, he played 12 seasons in the NBA before retiring in 1997 to focus on a blossoming jazz music career. In March 2007, he was diagnosed with cancer and, following a courageous and difficult battle that included the amputation of his right leg in 2008, he passed away in May 2009.
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'Twas 2007, at New York's Worlds, and around my deck of cards, my fingers were curled.
I faced none other than, Magic's Lead Designer, you know him as MaRo, or "Mark" to be finer.
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From 2006, and every year since, we've made a promo card, and likely every year hence.
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This isn't for pain, nor to cause any fear, but actually to share, the new promo for this year.
The above poem is a true story. I went (as a fan and member of the media) to the 2007 World Championships in New York City. While I was there I sat down and spellslung against Mark. I managed to beat him, for which I got one of that year's holiday promo: Gifts Given. I regret not holding onto the card; at the time I traded it away. I have since come to treasure each of the holiday promos I own.
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21-05-2008, 14:17
Going out to Kings Lynn tomorrow and was wondering if theres anything of interest?
Richard Flagg
21-05-2008, 14:24
Hi Jerry
There is the former RFC / RAF airfield at Sedgeford to the North east. Not much there but I believe there is at least on sqn building. the site opened in 1916 and closed in 1920 so there is little else left there. Further to the north east is Docking ( http://www.airfields.fotopic.net/c1480442.html ) and Bircham Newton ( http://www.airfields.fotopic.net/c1478766.html ).
Downham Market ( http://www.airfields.fotopic.net/c1416217.html ) to the south has an airfield, alot of the tech site is intact and used as light industrial units.
Sutton Bridge ( http://www.airfields.fotopic.net/c1417446.html ) to the west, is somewhere you'll be passing on the way to Kings Lynn.
Have a look at my site and you'll see what I have photographed, Chris and Noel also have some good photos on their websites as well. Sedgeford is the only one I haven't yet visited.
Hope this helps
21-05-2008, 14:33
Jerry, make sure you ask around at Downham Market. They should be OK though. The memorial is worth a look at. It's next to St. Mary's Church, Bexwell. You can access it from the road immediately opposite the airfield main entrance.
21-05-2008, 15:25
cheers guys, i'll see if I have time when work allows.
22-05-2008, 20:35
Went out near Kings Lynn today, work related trip and had the camera with me, heres some of the things I saw, i've saved the best till last:
How many Network Rail staff does it take to change a signal bulb?
An ROC post with what once was an aircraft observation post.
A plane on a truck, anyone any ideas what it is?
And then the best find for weeks, this was on the wall of pumping station.
22-05-2008, 20:48
Hi Jerry
The first photo will no doubt be the result of OTT H&S! The Stirling prop and plague is very interesting, this pumping station is?
22-05-2008, 22:02
Saddlebow, I think?
Richard Flagg
22-05-2008, 22:53
That first shot is a classic Jerry!!
Like the find on the Stirling Prop, must go and find that myself I think sometime!
23-05-2008, 09:27
The prop is not on public display, its inside an active pumping station, fully locked and alarmed, its because I was there on business.
It was pure luck we went to that site.
Richard Flagg
23-05-2008, 09:39
Thats a shame, would have been nice to see it.
23-05-2008, 12:51
Photo #2 - if that wartime ROC post is on stilts, as it were, it's an Orlit B.
Photo #3 - It's a VANS RV-9, part-built. Here's a similar aircraft, G-HOXN which is operated from former RAF Horham (USAAF Station 119, home of the 95th Bombardment Group).
Nice to see the small memorial to the Stirling. Well done and cheers for spotting it.
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those were the moments when he was least like a Jedi
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most like a Sith
. Anakin's reliance on the Dark Side as a shortcut was a major reason for his turn to evil. Slaughtering the Tuskens, especially the children, was an act of evil. Just because he was a Jedi at the time doesn't exonerate him from the atrocity, or the evil of his actions. That, by the way, was an act of passion ... a rejection of peace ... and a conflict that helped increase his "power" and "strength". A very Sith-like (in other words,
) thing to do. Why do you think Palpatine uses Anakin's conflict with Dooku at the beginning of RotS and Luke's conflict with Vader in RotJ as ways to increase the power and Dark Side influence in his targets (Anakin and Luke, respectively)?
And yet he was still a Jedi -- which is a
for someone in what is basically a religious organization -- up until the third film. And even then, I don't recall him ever saying he was becoming a Sith; it was just assumed when he became Darth Vader.
Once again, and I realize this is really tough for you to grasp but I have faith in you: Jedi/Sith = titles. Codes = religious philosophies. Individual = varied.
Good Sith can exist just as easily as evil Jedi, just as easily as evil Catholic Priests or good LeVeyan Satanists.
Name some good Sith.
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Here's what I've found to be most remarkable today, less than 24 hours after the passing of Ernie Harwell: Doesn't it seem like every resident in the state of Michigan -- and, yes, I know there are roughly 9.9 million of us -- has an Ernie story?
I heard dozens on the radio this morning, folks calling into 97.1 The Ticket and sharing their encounters with Harwell and how they were positively affected by the man.
Those who never had the opportunity to meet him personally, well, they felt like they knew him, which was one of his greatest attributes.
I admired Ernie because he was: 1. a gentleman and 2. a terrific writer. I have a signed copy of one of his Free Press books, "Stories From My Life in Baseball." He was an amazing storyteller on the printed page, not just over the airwaves.
I've written about this before, but I still shake my head in amazement every time I think about the time a few years ago when he left a message on my answering machine, saying he liked a story I had written on John Smoltz. I was stunned that he actually would take the time to do that. But that was Ernie.
Those who know me best know that I come from a large family. I have seven siblings, five of whom are brothers.
I called two this afternoon to talk about Harwell, and -- wouldn't you know? -- both of them had met him.
My older brother, John, 51, was introduced to him a few years ago at a function benefiting Ele's Place, a healing center for children coping with the death or illness of parents or a loved one. Ernie spoke of his challenge in coping with the deaths his mother and father, which occurred within a year of each other.
John also shared an amusing story about how he and his good friend, Jeff Beers, sneaked a transistor radio into Tiger Stadium for the last game of the season in 1991 to listen to Harwell broadcast what then was his "final'' game, when he was ousted by Bo Schembechler.
When they got close enough to call out his name, they did -- and Harwell smiled and waved back.
As for close encounters, though, it's hard to top this: My brother Dave, 43, was invited to Harwell's house once.
It was May 1986, and Dave was a sophomore at Michigan State and working at the campus radio station. One of his friends met Harwell at a book signing and mentioned how he had this friend Dave who was interested in broadcasting.
Long story short, Harwell invited the two over to his home in Farmington Hills the next week.
I'll let my brother finish the story:
"His wife was in the backyard, working in the garden and tending to the flowers. We spent the next hour talking about his career, how he got started out in sports broadcasting and the steps I might want to consider taking to carve out my own career.
"When I look back on that moment, the lessons from that conversation were really about trust, kindness and how we should treat people from all walks of life with dignity and respect.
"If the legendary Ernie Harwell could open up his home and take the time to share his thoughts, wisdom and insights to a couple of total strangers ... shouldn't I do the same?
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Persecuted Chinese Human Rights Warrior Stumbles Upon and Joins Supreme Court Pro-Life Vigil
WASHINGTON, DC, October 8, 2008 (LifeSiteNews.com) - A chance encounter on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court building brought together the United States' pro-life community and one of the leading figures in China's human rights movement. Li Fangping, the Chinese attorney famous for his defense of human life, and a group of 12 Chinese human rights activists were visiting Washington, D.C. They chanced upon American Life League's Pro-Life Memorial Day vigil on the steps of the Supreme Court building Oct. 6 while touring the city.
As the Chinese visitors stood listening to speeches from the nation's leading pro-life activists, they soon realized they were fighting the same battle for the right to life of the preborn. Fangping has repeatedly been persecuted for defending an activist who protested forced abortion and sterilization. According to the Aug. 22 AsiaNews.it, Li Fangping was "placed under residential surveillance and monitoring" during the 2008 Olympics.
In 2006, he suffered a serious head injury when he was attacked with an iron rod and beaten for his stand against China's brutal forced abortion and population control program. Fangping has long been one of the few courageous voices for the preborn in communist China.
Fangping, with the assistance of an interpreter, joined the Pro-Life Memorial Day vigil with a moving speech about his dangerous mission in China. "His eyes shone with joy," said Katie Walker, communications director for American Life League. "Even through an interpreter, everyone felt the depth of his passion for justice and his dedication to the rights of all persons - especially those most vulnerable little ones."
Fangping was accompanied by members of the China Aid Association, an advocacy group that works to liberate the Chinese Church from harassment and imprisonment, and expose the Chinese government's torture and murder of Christians.
"Meeting these beautiful people and hearing their impassioned stories of self-sacrifice for the youngest victims of China's communist regime was providential and powerful," said Walker. "It shed light on the scourge of abortion worldwide and the unholy connection between abortion and the corrosion of all other human rights."
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Entertainment Weekly broke the news that Elizabeth Mitchell is joining Once Upon A Time as a Frozen character.
The film's iconic sisters Anna (Elizabeth Lail) and Elsa (Georgina Haig) were already cast. Mitchell's exact role isn't known yet, but she is set to have some sort of relation to the sisters, Arendelle, and Storybrooke in general. It's important to note that the Frozen arc in the upcoming season will be taking place after the events of the hit film. That being said, it's pretty much anyone's guess who this mysterious new character could be. Anna and Elsa's mother died at the beginning of the movie, but there's always flashbacks to characters' past so that could be one explanation. There is a hint though that she could be a villain, so we're back to square one all out of guesses if that turns out to be true.
Elizabeth Mitchell is perhaps most known for her role as Juliet Burke on Lost. She won't be the first Lost alum joining the show. Jorge Garcia, Naveen Andrews, Emilie de Ravin, and Rebecca Mader have all been on OUAT (or its spin-off set in Wonderland) in some capacity or another.
Now I know Ian Somerhalder is integral to The Vampire Diaries, but I'd love to see him join Once Upon A Time for a short time if schedules and contracts could allow it. He'd be the best Flynn Rider, Rapunzel's love interest in Tangled. This past season we briefly saw Rapunzel, but it would be awesome to see Ian use his natural smoldering look that Flynn was known for in Tangled.
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As for having a letter of the month -- please, please, no on that. I felt your article on the regular contributors you did a while ago was a mistake.
I can assure you, many of those "regulars" took that as a sign their vitriol was an acceptable means of sharing viewpoints, no matter the hatred espoused, nor the altering of facts to make their points.
I don't hold myself above anyone and know that my way of thinking is not the end-all of reasoning. I just think it's a bad idea to create a forum that would put honor to some of the fodder written with hate and misplaced facts.
There is no argument that these types of letters would be excluded as the majority of these types of opinions are from the very same core of regulars you featured in your article. While we each have the right to our own opinions, too few have the insight to realize opinions and facts are not the same.
I for one would have declined being in the article, and certainly do not wish any of my letters be selected if you go through with this idea. More to the point though, it is my sincere hope that if you decide to go through with this, the selection process will ensure a handful of the regulars never attain the distinction.
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