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Perfect for fall:

Paste the link and hit "enter". That will display the embedded video. It's not foolproof. It's an issue with Youtube that I cannot solve.

It's a Youtube issue. Just go back and edit your post, delete the video, get a NEW link from Youtube via the "share" feature (not the URL in your browser), and post that. Be sure to hit "enter" before clicking the "submit" button.

https://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_123/bfl-disqualified-103025.html

Actually, they do have that. It's called the UFL (United Football League), which was created by merging the XFL and USFL. They play in the spring. They try new rules - or carry over college rules - in a semi-professional league environment that the NFL may adopt. The new kickoff rules this year is a perfect example of this. It was a UFL rule first. Also, the use of chips in footballs for marking the spot was first tested in the UFL. Current rules in the UFL for the 2026 season that may be considered by the NFL are: The onside conversion option with a team trailing in the fourth quarter allowed to attempt a single scrimmage play to gain 12 yards from its own 28-yard line. (The XFL used 15 yards from its own 25-yard line; the USFL used 12 yards from its own 33-yard line.) Pass interference penalties will be limited to 15 yards from the previous line of scrimmage or the spot of the foul, whichever is less. The league will use the XFL's variable-distance conversion rule, offering one, two or three points depending upon how far away from the goal line the offense chooses to attempt the play, and prohibiting kicking for the extra point. (The USFL had allowed the two and three point scrimmage conversions but allowed for an extra point kick.) All touchbacks will come to the receiving team's 25-yard line. Any coffin corner punt that goes out of bounds beyond the 25-yard line will be treated as a touchback, a rule previously used in the XFL (though that league had used the 35-yard line for its touchbacks). The XFL overtime rule will be carried over, in that tie games will involve a best-of-three shootout of two-point conversion attempts from each 5-yard line. If the tie persists, multiple attempts will be played until one team scores, which wins it. One timeout can be called per attempt. The overtime has no game clock, but the play clock will still be used. 35 second play clock (NFL is 40), and play clock continues with incomplete passes and out-of-bound plays until the 2:00 mark Onside kicks can be attempted at any time Coaches' challenges: UFL allows unlimited challenges as long as the team has a timeout. Last year, they allowed ANY call could be challenged, but it appears they're not bringing that back in 2026. Coin toss: The home team decides to possess or defer in UFL; the NFL has a standard coin toss. In addition to rules, it's important to note many players and coaches from the UFL (previously XFL and USFL) are now in the NFL. So yes, there is a minor league of sorts for the NFL.

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When the woods meet the water, trust what drives you. Trust Suzuki.

I hope you stopped watching college ball for the same reason. Over 50% of the college teams did the same thing. Oh! Then there's the NBA and MLB players that did it too. You gotta stop watching them if that's why you're not watching the NFL.

Here's my take:

American football—like baseball—has developed a tremendous international following. Both sports consistently fill massive stadiums whenever they’re hosted abroad, a clear testament to their growing global appeal. I find that exciting. There’s a deep sense of pride in seeing something so uniquely American resonate around the world. One of the great freedoms we enjoy in this country is the “pursuit of happiness,” which includes the liberty to enjoy any kind of music we choose. Many of our favorite genres are shaped by global influences—artists, rhythms, and styles that reflect the diversity and openness that define America itself. What better way to celebrate the great melting pot of music than on an international stage? In a way, it’s a subtle reminder of the creative freedom we often take for granted—something not every nation allows. Of course, sports have their quirks. Sometimes the rules are interpreted so literally that they lose the spirit of the game—like a 15-yard penalty for a light brush of the quarterback’s helmet or the infamous “12th man” call. And let’s be honest, a few players know exactly how to exploit those gray areas. A classic example: the punt returner who waits until the last second to wave a fair catch, practically inviting contact and drawing a penalty. There ought to be a rule for that! As for the “Tush Push”? That one doesn’t bother me. For decades, quarterbacks and running backs have been diving over linemen to gain a few crucial yards. This is simply a modern twist on a time-honored move—nothing more. No matter where we’re from, one thing remains true: people everywhere are passionate about their sports and their music. That shared passion bridges cultures and reminds us that, despite our differences, we have far more in common than not. And in today’s world, that’s something we could all use a little more of.

Here We Are…It’s the heart of the fall season. The air’s crisp. The water’s cooling. And guess what? The bass are chomping, man. They’re feeding hard, fattening up for winter — and this is PRIME TIME to strike. You ready?

Fall bass are feeding hard—learn which buzzbaits, ploppers, and walkers trigger big strikes before winter hits. https://www.bassresource.com/fishing/late-season-topwaters.html

When your line snaps mid-cast and you watch your new expensive lure sail off into the abyss....

You lost a $170 lure?!! I've lost a lot of lures over the years, but nothing as expensive as that.

According to their website, "boat registration fees go toward funding aquatic conservation and safety programs." So...not boat launches.

During Covid, our lakes were PACKED with anglers and recreational boaters every day. Some of our best lakes were decimated by people who couldn't care less about limits. I'd bet many of them never bothered to get a license. In my state, all the fishing license revenue goes straight to the general fund, not fishing. And they just upped the license fees...and raised the park fees 50%.

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I got a pair several years ago. I still use them with every fishing trip - no problems on both braid and fluoro.

Guys, there are many, MANY posts and warnings in the Flea Market letting you know that your access will be revoked if you overuse it. Don't PM me when that happens, asking why you can't access it anymore. You already know.

While I enjoy having my favorite waters to myself as much as anyone, fewer anglers overall means fewer consumers. When participation declines, fishing companies are forced to scale back—laying off employees, reducing product lines, or even closing their doors entirely. The result? Fewer options, less innovation, and a smaller industry for all of us who love this sport. The choices and opportunities we enjoy today exist because the fishing community remains active, engaged, and growing. Just keep that in mind when the "Whatever happened to (brand, bait, rod, reel, etc)? I can't find them anymore." question hits these forums, or when the stocking programs and boat launch maintenance programs decline.

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