=== NFL 2010 on SOCNET ===

[CV]

Okay boys and girls, this thread is for all-things NFL for the 2010-2011 Season. Talk shit, gripe, cheer, do whatever. Get fired up!

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[CV]

My team, the Washington Redskins, have just signed Donovan McNabb. I have mix thoughts on this and will have to see how it all pans out. Now Eagles fans are going to be x50 more obnoxious... /groan

[Terminator2]

My Jets are beefing up the defense even more. I'm expecting them to draft either a defensive end or outside linebacker in the first round even though most of the "experts" are predicting that they pick up a receiver. I think with the addition of Tomlinson on the offense, even though he's lost a step, they are going to be dangerous this year...

[riptide]

Broncos have another mediocre season and run McDaniels out of town. This is the first year in my life I did not go into the season believing they would go to the Superbowl.

[DrlSgt]

Its a long shot...But my heart still beat for Carolina Panthers! (even if they have no damn QB this year)

I'll keep my fingers cross! I'm from Charlotte, we dont' have a baseball team..not much on the Basketball side of the house, so I have to root for my football.....

Yeah...(sigh) I know..I know...

[Charlie Waite]

Broncos have another mediocre season and run McDaniels out of town. This is the first year in my life I did not go into the season believing they would go to the Superbowl.

Agreed, I am just hoping that we can get through the season without anyone getting killed in a drive by, multiple DUI's, home invasions, and constant man love between McLovin and his players on national tv. Prediction: In typical Denver fashion they start the season 3-0 and everyone jumps on the bandwagen. McDaniels starts his gay routine and the rest of the league realizes we suck and we finish 5-11.

[USArmyTC]

My team....ugggghhhhhh! The Carolina Panthers, have pretty much desimated their defense. We have a lot of young guys that absolutely have to step up now. We cut basically all our best D Lineman.. The only reciever we have now is Steve Smith, who is calling out his own team to fill the holes they have created. Which the aren't.. We haven't done jack shit with the free agency market. WTF!

I guess I just needed to vent...:mad:

[USArmyTC]

(even if they have no damn QB this year)

Have faith in Matt Moore.. 4-1 last year as a starter. Beat out three very good teams in that average, including the Vikings. And keep in mind he absolutely destroyed the Giants defense in their final game in Giants stadium with all the Giants legends there watching...

[Almighty Bones]

Its all about DA Bears!! Heres hoping to a few off season pickups beefing up their defense and Cutler improving his QB rating this year.

[MeatLasagna]

My team, the Philadelphia Eagles, just traded away one of their all time greatest players... now Redskins fans are going to be 50x more obnoxious :biggrin:

[eunos]

My team, the Philadelphia Eagles, just traded away one of their all time greatest players... now Redskins fans are going to be 50x more obnoxious :biggrin:

I've been getting crap all day at work, it has already begun :mad:

[Lagnaippe]

Let me be the first to say, "WHO DAT?" Our Saints may go all the way again this season.

It was an absolute blast to be a part of the Superbowl victory celebration this year. A repeat would be really cool.:smile:

[eltrane]

Go G-men!

[Tyr]

go VIKES!

[TennesseeDave]

Trading your 5-time Pro Bowl QB to a division rival is one of the stupidest moves I've seen.

Another quiet off season for the Titans. Not resigning Keith Bulluck will be a bad move.

Where's TO gonna end up?

[EagleEye]

I think the Eagles made a huge mistake. Whats all the hype about this Kevin Kolb guy anyway Eagle fans

[Dirty_Sanchez]

Carolina fans just remember, it is better to have no quarterback than to have Jamarcus Russell. I don't have much hope for the Raiders again this year if they are starting that guy again. I was really hoping they would get McNabb.

[CV]

Agreed... but for now you all must whine as the Skins have McNabb ! :biggrin:

[DrlSgt]

McNabb...washed up...wasted...broken down...

But damn he can still win games!

Lets not hear any of that "who dat" stuff!

[Terminator2]

Trading your 5-time Pro Bowl QB to a division rival is one of the stupidest moves I've seen.

Either that, or the Eagles know something that the 'skins don't...

[e5wsf]

Detroit has had a very active off-season so far and I remain hopeful for that elusive 8-8 season.

[DvlDoc8404]

My team, the Washington Redskins, have just signed Donovan McNabb. I have mix thoughts on this and will have to see how it all pans out. Now Eagles fans are going to be x50 more obnoxious... /groan

Is that possible? We're pretty bad already. What other team has a friggin' court room in the stadium for game day?

[DvlDoc8404]

I think the Eagles made a huge mistake. Whats all the hype about this Kevin Kolb guy anyway Eagle fans

He played very well when Donovan was out with injuries. Kolb exceeded all expectations and has skills and the potential to be an excellent QB. As for trading Donovan, while he is a stud player with a history of winning, he is getting old for the game, is injury prone, and oh, yeah- trading him means the Iggles can free up about $11million, plus they get trades. I was a little concerned when I first heard about the trade, especially since we're giving a decent QB to a division rival, but we're getting some draft picks out of it, and remember, the Skins have had some trouble protecting their QB lately. Let's not forget that Andy Reid is a stud coach and usually makes pretty damned good decisions, even if they are unpopular at first, like when he picked Donovan and Philly damn near rioted. (Then again Philly damn near riots about twice a week!)

[retiredsrt]

Another life-long Saints fan here. I think we're looking pretty good for the season, so far.

[ET1/ss nuke]

Trading your 5-time Pro Bowl QB to a division rival is one of the stupidest moves I've seen.

When buying a used car, remember that there is always at least one good reason why its prior owner got rid of it.

I think the Panthers are playing the addition by subtraction game. On offense, they need a backup QB, a KR, and a WR or two. On defense, they need a backup DE and a backup LB or two. Other than one WR, all their starters are already on the roster, and both younger and cheaper than the dearly departed. The defense played well last year once they got over the revolving door of injured defensive linemen, and the offense played well once Moore came in at QB. There's reason to have hope.

[CV]

When buying a used car, remember that there is always at least one good reason why its prior owner got rid of it.

Because someone offered a stupid price for it? Don't underestimate the owner of the Redskins- he's a jackass that would pay for such a trade.

[eltrane]

Well, Mr. Snyder (as he prefers to be called :rolleyes:) has hired some real football people to pull the Skins out of their looong nosedive.

I think the McNab pickup is a good idea, as long as he stays healthy, and they pick up another receiver. Not sure how strong their O line is, but as a Giants fan I hope they are old and slow.

[TennesseeDave]

There's a lot of talk in Nashville about Albert coming back. I'm not sure the Titans would be willing to give up a lot of picks for him, but the last 2 years here he was unstoppable. There was always speculation that once he got the big payday he wouldn't be worth much. I believe he just received a $21 million roster bonus, so it's hard to fathom that they would be willing to get rid of him.

He was in an accident in our jurisdiction a few years ago and imagine that big ass climbing out of a Ferrari.

[CV]

Redskins picked up some solid offensive line personnel. Here's hoping NcNabb sticks it to the other teams in the NFC East!

[MakoZeroSix]

My team....ugggghhhhhh! The Carolina Panthers, have pretty much desimated their defense. We have a lot of young guys that absolutely have to step up now. We cut basically all our best D Lineman.. The only reciever we have now is Steve Smith, who is calling out his own team to fill the holes they have created. Which the aren't.. We haven't done jack shit with the free agency market. WTF!

I guess I just needed to vent...
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Did you miss the part where they drafted an awesome quarterback? And another wide receiver for him. Also they traded for a good safety, and we've got Beason at MLB.

So, even if young defensemen have to step up, I like our chances. Two of the best running backs in the NFL, one of the best receivers, a good offensive line, and now a quarterback who can make use of him without throwing 5 interceptions a game. Plus that sandbagging, expensive fuck Peppers is gone.

[Scholty]

My Tampa Bay Buccaneers have had a FANTASTIC draft and Mike Williams is going to be Rookie of the Year!

Mark it down!

[GST]

Lifelong Raiders fan here. Yeah, I know...:redface:

I don't think Campbell is going to be the answer. We desperately need a line that can protect the QB long enough for the vertical game to open up. We haven't had that in a loooong time. Who knows though, with McFadden in the backfield and Campbell chucking the ball, we may do enough to win the sorry-assed AFC West.

The real problem is Al Davis. I just wish the fucker would go away, quietly. I read an interview with Warren Sapp once. He was on the sideline when one of his teammates told him that the QB was going deep. Sapp asked how he knew that. The teammate replied that the "boss" just phoned it in from the owners box. WTF?:rolleyes:

[USArmyTC]

I am curious to see how the Panthers transition Armanti Edwards into a wide reciever. This dude looks pretty damn amazing to me and is an incredible athlete. I figure Jimmy Clausen will get his shot further down the road. Matt Moore did an excellent job last year when he took over. I am ready to see how all of the new rookies preform this year.

[TJ2JM1783]

Broncos have another mediocre season and run McDaniels out of town. This is the first year in my life I did not go into the season believing they would go to the Superbowl.

I bet you have changed your mind now that McDaniels, et al, picked Tim Tebow in the first round and then gave up all those wonderful picks in the latter rounds. ;)

Minnesota Vikings and Indianapolis Colts.

Drew Brees. Pffft.

[hvy_drop]

Wow, what's this? No love for my COWBOYS for 2 pages? Let's go Cowboys! I hope we can have a pretty good season this year. Of course, I don't know how many games I'll get to watch on AFN...

[Sigi]

Let me go on record here in this thread - the Cleveland Browns are going to the Super Bowl. :D

[ET1/ss nuke]

Let me go on record here in this thread - the Cleveland Browns are going to the Super Bowl. :D

That's a safe prediction. You didn't say what year it would be, and you didn't say they'd win it. :smile:

[TennesseeDave]

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/nfl-pro-football-super-bowl-new-york-2014?GT1=39002

“Having the Super Bowl in the new home of the Jets and Giants is fantastic," said David Hill, FOX Sports Media Group Chairman and CEO. "It’s the biggest sports event in the country on the country’s biggest stage. It’s different, and should create buzz for months leading up to it and if we’re really lucky, it will begin snowing right after halftime.”

At first glance I wasn't very fond of this idea, but I'm warming up to it the more I think about it. There have been some awesome playoff games in the elements and a Giants/Jets clash would kick ass.

[triumph]

Lifelong Bear fan here. I'm praying that Cutler has a better season this year than he did last. Wide receiver is going to be the biggest issue in my opinion Hester isn't a primary.

Since I've transplanted though I'm also rooting for the super-Chargers! LT is gone but the Chargers have mainly went to a passing offense with Sproles being a good runner when needed.

[BSDCA]

Two pages, and I'm the first to say GO BOLTS!?

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[triumph]

Post #39, one above yours, reiterates your thoughts! Go Bolts!

[Aggie]

Lifelong Raiders fan here. Yeah, I know...:redface:

I don't think Campbell is going to be the answer. We desperately need a line that can protect the QB long enough for the vertical game to open up. We haven't had that in a loooong time. Who knows though, with McFadden in the backfield and Campbell chucking the ball, we may do enough to win the sorry-assed AFC West.

The real problem is Al Davis. I just wish the fucker would go away, quietly. I read an interview with Warren Sapp once. He was on the sideline when one of his teammates told him that the QB was going deep. Sapp asked how he knew that. The teammate replied that the "boss" just phoned it in from the owners box. WTF?:rolleyes:
I'm a Raiders fan also. One day I will walk the streets and not get laughed at wearing my apparel, and guess what? this year they are going all the way!

[triumph]

Raiders, LOL. How is Jamarcus Russell working out for ya? :biggrin:

[x175Ranger]

Raiders, LOL. How is Jamarcus Russell working out for ya? :biggrin:

How's Davis working out.

[greenwarrior1]

Go Dolphins! One of these years... :(

[Spinner]

Let me go on record here in this thread - the Cleveland Browns are going to the Super Bowl. :D

A lot of players go to the Super Bowl after they've finished the season. Because of their connections, they usually get pretty good seats. :biggrin:

Looks like another rebuilding year for the Bears, and the end of the Lovie Smith era. The only thing that will keep him in Chicago is a trip to the conference championship game. Anything less won't cut it.

[delta447]

I don't care as long as the Pats and Steelers bite the dust. If I had to choose, give me the Colts or Bengals.

[BSDCA]

Post #39, one above yours, reiterates your thoughts! Go Bolts!

Ah, I missed that second part to your post!

At work I'm surrounded by a bunch of Charger haters...

But I suppose jealousy causes such things. :tongue:

[TennesseeDave]

I'll believe it when they suit up week 1 and he's not on the field.

Quarterback Brett Favre has informed the Minnesota Vikings he will not return for a second season with the team, a person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d8197bc66/article/report-favre-informs-vikings-officials-he-will-retire

[Spinner]

I'll believe it when they suit up week 1 and he's not on the field.



http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d8197bc66/article/report-favre-informs-vikings-officials-he-will-retire

This is like the scene out of Ferris Bueller.

"Um, he's retired. My best friend's sister's boyfriend's brother's girlfriend heard from this guy who knows this kid who's going with the girl who saw Brett pass out at 31 Flavors last night. I guess it's pretty serious."

[noke84]

Baltimore fan here- Week 1 should be interesting away @ the Jets. Two top teams this year

[The Duck]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp10/news/story?id=5436231

Vikes allegedly offer Favre a package worth $20 mil total compensation to play one more year.

He'll be back.

Great year last year + team still a contender + $20mil = Brett Farve Speculation in 2011 as well!

[TennesseeDave]

I agree noke84. I looked at the schedule last week and that game stood out. Both teams are expecting a lot this year so it should be a good matchup.

[ARCH-E]

Detroit has had a very active off-season so far and I remain hopeful for that elusive 8-8 season.


Would Barry Sanders come back for 100 million?? I'd start a collection for him.

What can you say about my team the Lions that hasn't already been said? Sucks. Bad.

[Axman]

go VIKES!

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[HighDragLowSpeed]

Just read that Sam Bradford is guaranteed more money than Tom Brady and Peyton Manning without ever having stepped on the field as a pro. I love football but that simply doesn't make sense. hopefully, he saves some of his nickels (http://www.montrealgazette.com/sports/Despite+contracts+many+players+broker+after+retire ment/3357689/story.html).

Anyway...the Lions are nothing but potential this year...rebuilding as always. Sigh. My girlfriend asked me last year why I like them if she never sees them on TV (the Sunday and monday games are shown on ESPN International here). Well...errrr...um...is my usual response.

[TennesseeDave]

Just read that Sam Bradford is guaranteed more money than Tom Brady and Peyton Manning without ever having stepped on the field as a pro

Hopefully that is something they will address with the new CBO. I know the vets don't like it.

The Lions are stocking up on talent, so maybe someday soon.

[Spinner]

Just read that Sam Bradford is guaranteed more money than Tom Brady and Peyton Manning without ever having stepped on the field as a pro. I love football but that simply doesn't make sense. hopefully, he saves some of his nickels (http://www.montrealgazette.com/sports/Despite+contracts+many+players+broker+after+retire ment/3357689/story.html).

Anyway...the Lions are nothing but potential this year...rebuilding as always. Sigh. My girlfriend asked me last year why I like them if she never sees them on TV (the Sunday and monday games are shown on ESPN International here). Well...errrr...um...is my usual response.

I see them on TV at least once every year. At Thanksgiving, getting blown out by Indy. Or Green Bay. Or Tennessee...;)

The Lions are like the Cubs. They're perpetually overdue for a championship game.

53 years and counting.

[daveu82]

No posts on here yet about the 6 time Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers? I'm heading out to training camp next week and hopefully I will get to see how Rapistberger's arm is doing.

[e5wsf]

Would Barry Sanders come back for 100 million?? I'd start a collection for him.

What can you say about my team the Lions that hasn't already been said? Sucks. Bad.

The only reason I pay attention to pre-season football is to see the Lions win. Beggars can't be choosers.
We have a descent looking team but I predict 2-3 season ending injuries by game 5 of the regular season. Suh or Best will be out, a starting O lineman will be battling injuries or PUP and and a starting receiver will go down. I've often wondered who the fuck is the Detroit conditioning coach? How can one team have so many injuries year after year?

[TennesseeDave]

It's official. Brett the flip-flopper is coming back. They open with the Jets, Saints and Cowboys, so it could get ugly early.

[Spinner]

How 'bout them Cowboys?!

I consider the Bears to be an 8-8 team this season, at best, but if the Cowboys are considered to be a contender for the Super Bowl, then maybe the Bears got a shot.

This might be one of those crazy years where an underdog comes out of nowhere to take it all. Like Detroit. :biggrin:

[Spinner]

I predict Jay Cutler will be knocked out for the rest of the season before the Bears get to their bye week. The most dangerous job in the NFL right now is being the Chicago Bears QB.

9 sacks in one half? By the time the game was over, the over the hill backup, Todd Collins was sprawled out with broken ribs and the Bears were down to their QB of the future, Caleb Hanie.

It's going to be a long season in Chicago. At least the Hawks start on Thursday.

[19MIKE]

As a long time Giants fan....I was pleasantly surprised last night....looked like the Giant D of old....even with Brandon Jacobs doing his best Larry Johnson impression.

As far as concussions go...I've seen at least a dozen already this year....I saw 1/2 a dozen in the first Giant game. They're trying to address this issue, but it's a dangerous, dangerous game. There's only so much you can do.

I hate to see guys go down with head injuries.

[Spinner]

I'm beginning to wonder if our O line is really that bad, or if they just don't want to block for Jay Cutler.

There were at least two instances where they triple teamed one of the Giants rushers, and two of the Bears didn't do anything, just let him go right by.

[19MIKE]

Your O line is not a cohesive unit yet...to many personnel changes. But Cutler needs to get rid of the ball quicker. That play that he got the concussion on was his fault for not recognizing the blitz from that side.

It's a tough league...no quarter.

[eltrane]

I'm beginning to wonder if our O line is really that bad, or if they just don't want to block for Jay Cutler.

There were at least two instances where they triple teamed one of the Giants rushers, and two of the Bears didn't do anything, just let him go right by.

I don't think they counted on the real Giants to show up. I was glad to see they did, though. Go Big Blue!

[noke84]

I'm a little surprised there isn't more discussion here. What do you all think of the Vikings releasing Moss? I like Childress as a person but that's a terrible coaching move.

[Realist]

Brother is correct 75% of time after Thanksgiving. He says Steelers beat Falcons in Super Bowl. WTF on ShanaZorn benching McNabb?

[Spinner]

Now watch, he'll be claimed on waivers by New England, signed for the league minimum for veterans, and New England gets to keep the 3rd round draft pick Minnesota gave up to get Moss in the frist place.

I'll bet Belichick planned this all along.

[Odin's Underling]

Now watch, he'll be claimed on waivers by New England, signed for the league minimum for veterans, and New England gets to keep the 3rd round draft pick Minnesota gave up to get Moss in the frist place.

I'll bet Belichick planned this all along.

Because the Pat's have the best record right now, they will be the last ones to be able to re-acquire Moss. I wouldn't mind him coming back to NE at all.

[Spinner]

I guess giving praise to New England and criticizing Minnesota after the Vikes lost to the Pats might leave a bitter taste in the owner and coach's mouths.

The Bears could use him as a deep threat who can go up for the ball, just the type of receiver Cutler needs. But I doubt they'd want the distractions that come with having him in the locker room.

[Scholty]

Just throwing out there, that my young and inexperienced Buccaneers are making some noise. Not holding my breath for the playoffs or playoff run BUT they are growing up!

We might actually have a offense coming together with Freeman, Williams, Benn and Blount! Who? EXACTLY! :)

Give them another year and they might become something special. For now they still have a LOT of growing up to do!

Blount: http://www.nfl.com/videos/tampa-bay-buccaneers/09000d5d81bc5790/RB-Blount-48-yd-run

Freeman/Benn: http://www.nfl.com/videos/tampa-bay-buccaneers/09000d5d81bc56f8/QB-Freeman-to-WR-Benn-53-yd-pass

Freeman/Williams: http://www.nfl.com/videos/tampa-bay-buccaneers/09000d5d81bc222e/Bucs-air-it-out-on-Williams-47-yard-TD

[Odin's Underling]

Just throwing out there, that my young and inexperienced Buccaneers are making some noise. Not holding my breath for the playoffs or playoff run BUT they are growing up!



Not liking them Cowboys, you being in Arlington TX?:biggrin:

[Sigi]

Moss would probably be a fit in Tennessee, Chicago, Kansas City, Green Bay, and Washington. Don't think NE would take him back, not even for the minimum, but I am sure that is where Moss wants to get back to. Minn most likely eats the dudes salary this season.

POS that he is I want him nowhere my team.

[Senior D]

The waiver process gives the teams with the worst records first shot. With that being said, there are some young teams that are up and coming, such as Tampa and St Louis that could benefit from having Moss. However, he is such a detriment to the locker room and his negative influence on the younger players would be taking a step back. To me, I'd rather have a guy that wants to be a team player who is willing to actually catch balls, run every route, run over the middle and block when asked. Every team should just pass on this clown.
Oh yeah, Go Colts!

[TennesseeDave]

Titans lost their deep ball threat for several weeks, so bringing in Moss would fill a need. But Fisher doesn't like dealing with problem children, so it's highly unlikely they'd make a move. After that lameass performance he gave Sunday, I wouldn't want him either.

[0699]

Just throwing out there, that my young and inexperienced Buccaneers are making some noise. Not holding my breath for the playoffs or playoff run BUT they are growing up!

We might actually have a offense coming together with Freeman, Williams, Benn and Blount! Who? EXACTLY! :)

Give them another year and they might become something special. For now they still have a LOT of growing up to do!

Blount: http://www.nfl.com/videos/tampa-bay-buccaneers/09000d5d81bc5790/RB-Blount-48-yd-run

Freeman/Benn: http://www.nfl.com/videos/tampa-bay-buccaneers/09000d5d81bc56f8/QB-Freeman-to-WR-Benn-53-yd-pass

Freeman/Williams: http://www.nfl.com/videos/tampa-bay-buccaneers/09000d5d81bc222e/Bucs-air-it-out-on-Williams-47-yard-TD

Halfway through the season and we're 5-2? Who'da thunk it?

Liking Freeman so far; seems to come through in the clutch. Just wish he wouldn't wait till the clutch... :biggrin:

[TennesseeDave]

I'm surprised the Titans made the move. But at 5-3, they have their sights on the division title and they just lost their best receiver. They have to do something to take the emphasis off Chris Johnson. They also haven't won a playoff game since 2004, so they are desperate. Let's hope he brings his A game. Actually, I'd settle for his B game, it's better than anyone else they have.

[Spinner]

Has the NFL ever had 3 players from the same Super Bowl team as head coaches in the league at the same time? Or even two from the same team, coaching at the same time?

With Brad Childress out in Minnesota, Leslie Frazier is taking over the head coaching position, at least in the interim.

With Jeff Fisher coaching in Tennessee and Mike Singletary with the 49er's, that makes 3 players from the Bears '85 Super Bowl team as head coaches in the NFL. I can't recall any Super Bowl team fielding that many head coaches concurrently.

[GatorJr.]

I've always loved the Redskins through thick-and-thin, but they look horrible this year. I'm glad we beat the Titans, but McNabb is a horrible QB. I had somewhat muted hopes for him when he first arrived in Washington, but he's turned out to he a complete turnover queen.

[Spinner]

I can recall a couple of instances where a player or coach on the sideline has involved himself in a play on the field, but it has been awhile since what occurred during the Jets game yesterday has happened.

http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/jets-coach-sal-alosi-trips-player-game/story?id=12382310

Sometimes I just wonder what people are thinking when they do something like that. It's not as if the cameras aren't going to catch it, yet he does his best to try and keep his action as unnoticeable as possible. Just a subtle shift of the knee sent the Miami player sprawling.

[TJ2JM1783]

I can recall a couple of instances where a player or coach on the sideline has involved himself in a play on the field, but it has been awhile since what occurred during the Jets game yesterday has happened.

Just a subtle shift of the knee sent the Miami player sprawling.

It looks like Sal Alosi, the coach from the NY Jets that tripped Nolan Carroll, will be fined by the NFL with a 2 - 3 game suspension. He is very lucky the tripping did not injured Carroll. If it had, he wouldn't be able to find a job anywhere in the NFL.

BTW, I believe Carroll's parents both served over 20+ years in the military. Jennifer Carroll is Lt. Governor elect of Florida.