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(Message started by: StegRock on Feb 12th, 2003, 1:41am)
Title: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Feb 12th, 2003, 1:41am
Fellas, as of late, I have added a handful of new newspaper links to "the Gridiron Newsstand", making it more without doubt the most comprehensive collection of local dailies and official sites on the net.  What an accomplishment for a fledgling site! ;D This offseason I have a big trick up my sleeve regarding another feature I will add to "the Gridiron Newsstand".  I will probably be asking for you all's input.  But, all in due time, my friends!  For now, I just wanted to say that if ANY of YOU have a link for a newspaper that covers an NFL team that you would like to see added to "the Gridiron Newsstand", please, by all means, let me know and I will add it.  Thank you! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 30th, 2003, 10:36pm
Start the countdown... [smiley=ontheclock.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 30th, 2003, 10:40pm
"ARE YOU READY?"  I SAID, "ARE YOU READY?"
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 30th, 2003, 10:43pm
Gee, I hope today is April 1st.  Otherwise, this April Fool's Day joke isn't goin' to go over very well...

Just kiddin'! [smiley=smurf.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 30th, 2003, 10:49pm
Go to or refresh your "Gridiron Newsstand" page in 10 SECONDS! [smiley=ontheclock.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 30th, 2003, 11:01pm
That's it!  I hope you all ENJOY! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif] The addition of "The Real Feed" does not make moot the rest of "the Gridiron Newsstand".  They actually, if used how I envisioned, work hand-in-hand.  Not ALL newspapers are included in a news feed.  So, you can still corroborate stories or further research stories from "The Real Feed" with our unrivaled, EXTENSIVE list of newspapers on "the Gridiron Newsstand".  In any event, you bookmark this page; there is no reason why your FF information gathering sessions should not begin right there every time.  Bottom line, please USE it!  Both money and significant effort has gone into this and as this remains a totally free site...  Anyway, I hope it helps you all! [smiley=bow.gif] And, I hope I am successfully adding my energy to our great hobby in a positive way.

Also, "the Gridiron Newsstand" now becomes more "pluggable" than ever.  As it is a resource, not just a rival forum, I think you can post about it here and there without much worry.  Please get the word out as best you can.  Thank you! :)
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by BarnabyWilde on Mar 30th, 2003, 11:15pm
Steg:

FOCKING SWEET!!!!!!

The feed is AWESOME!!!!  

You are the  [smiley=zenmaster.gif] of fantasy football!!!

A one stop shopping center for football information!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by Philly on Mar 31st, 2003, 6:43am
I guess this is what you would call Fantasy Football Nirvana!  I love the REAL FEED.  I never went to KFFL for updated news feeds, and I guess I never will.

Tremendous work Steg!  With all of this great content available on the Gridiron now (i.e., REAL FEED, Gridiron Newsstand, the Best forums) I keep expecting tons of annoying pop-ups, but they're not there!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by Walker Boh on Mar 31st, 2003, 7:59am
That's a really cool feature Steg, thanks!  [smiley=bow.gif] I will definitely be adding the The REAL Feed to my preparation lineup. [smiley=yes.gif] I've never seen it before, how did you hear about it? How does it work?
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 31st, 2003, 12:34pm

on 03/31/03 at 07:59:46, Walker Boh wrote:
That's a really cool feature Steg, thanks!  [smiley=bow.gif] I will definitely be adding the The REAL Feed to my preparation lineup. [smiley=yes.gif] I've never seen it before, how did you hear about it? How does it work?


Walker, my friend, just to clarify in case there is any confusion...  "The REAL Feed" was born from the loins of yours truly, the Rock! [smiley=jammaster.gif] As for access to the feed itself, so to speak, it is provided by a news syndication service.  But, as for the turning of that "feed code" into the product, "The REAL Feed", you see here at FantasyFootballer.com, that's all me! [smiley=proudAmerican.gif] What also was all me was the research that went into finding a news syndication service that was willing to work with me and provide the feed at a reasonable price.  This is an expensive venture.  I have come to learn, by way of the painstaking research this took, these types of news syndication companies have been burnt in the past by guys who request a freebie claiming they are just a hobby site, only to eventually turn into a full-blown, revenue-generating site without telling the news syndication company.  I suspect this of a couple of sites out there, but I won't name names.  I will say this much.  If you see a site like this or even a "more established" one with a live news feed provided by, e.g. Moreover.com, I bet you they ain't payin' one red cent, no less the $5,500 a year Moreover.com currently charges for it, and I bet you Moreover.com doesn't know they aren't.  Moreover.com was one of the companies majorly burnt by people's getting the freebie, which they used to offer two or so years ago for "hobby sites," and then surreptitiously, i.e. without notifying Moreover.com, becoming revenue-generating.  So, they and most companies like them, as a result, have jacked up their prices BIG-TIME.  Trust me, at this point I could teach a "News Feed 101" class.  Anyway, mine has not been provided to me for free.  I was straight up about my circumstances with the company I am working with, and they were willing to work with me and after significant negotiations, they gave me a good deal that I could financially handle.  So, again, please use "The REAL Feed" and plug it wherever you can.  A lot of time and effort as well as some money are going into this.  In any event, it is nice to see three "thankful" souls come through here.  Since it is the only payment I get, I am a little bit discouraged by the dearth of gratitude thus far expressed by our members.  But, thank you to you three. [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Mar 31st, 2003, 3:21pm
A fourth has stopped by to say a big up to ya, Steg. Trust me, whether people show it or not, we are all thankful that not only do you supply us with Free (And I am emphasize Free, because there is NO site out there, imo, that generates as much info as this one does.) As I was saying, not only do you supply us with free resource material and information. You are constantly finding ways to improve our experience.

From me, and everyone else, we thank you. Now, you must find a way to generate revenue for yourself with this site, but give the Top 5 posters here free membership.... hey, it's just a thought.  [smiley=hellyeafunny.gif]

I'd also like to thank FourTwoOh, who without his link, I probably would have never stumbled across this place.

[smiley=cheers.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 31st, 2003, 4:42pm

on 03/31/03 at 15:21:06, Keyshawn Johnson 76yards wrote:
A fourth has stopped by to say a big up to ya, Steg.


Hey, KJ 76, I am liable to come up to north Jersey and  [smiley=furious.gif] !  I mean... doesn't what you wrote really mean [smiley=flipoffangrily.gif] ? ;)


Quote:
From me, and everyone else, we thank you. Now, you must find a way to generate revenue for yourself with this site, but give the Top 5 posters here free membership.... hey, it's just a thought.  [smiley=hellyeafunny.gif]


Yes, KJ 76, and I would appreciate any input on this from any of you at any time by any means of communication, e-mail, IM/PM here on "the Gridiron", or just a post right here.  HOWEVER, I do have an idea about how I will go about generating some [smiley=money.gif]'s, and according to my (master [smiley=jammaster.gif] ) plan, I expect to be making those moves possibly as soon as 2004.  BUT, my intention is to never charge my members.  My idea is a unique advertising/sponsorship plan.  Like many of the things 'round here, I do not see anybody quite exactly doing what I have in my head.  And, I think my idea is doable, even though it will probably require some serious legwork and even a team effort.  The way I look at it, and I have seen the debates on other boards, why not have you guys substantively participate in helping the site stay free since actually it is the members who benefit the most by doing so?  That having been said, I plan to avert pop-up ads and "begging" you guys to "click" on them.  My idea is a little more, well, sophisticated and my idea of team work is a little more substantive, but also very intriguing. [smiley=hmmmm.gif] On that note, is there anyone out there interested in doing some fantasy articles? [smiley=wiseguy.gif] In any event, remember I am a patient fellow [smiley=zenmaster.gif] and not in the least money-driven!  I do have to live like everyone, though, right?  In the big picture, as far as FantasyFootballer.com is concerned, I am looking at '03 as a full-bore year of development, growth, fixing (I mean... did you guys notice ALL the misspellings/typos I had during the unveiling ceremonies last night? :-[ THREE big ones!) and tweaking and beta-testing, which takes time (this may last on into '04), after which time a real product of value will hopefully have been hammered out and "marketing" and revenue-generating, which are time-consuming tasks in and of themselves, can then become the focus, which hopefully would be '04, '05 or '06.   Anyway, KJ 76, thanks for caring about that end of things and expressing it.  It means that you really are appreciating my efforts... as I appreciate your contributions!  Thank you! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Mar 31st, 2003, 6:10pm

on 03/31/03 at 16:42:40, StegRock wrote:
Hey, KJ 76, I am liable to come up to north Jersey and  [smiley=furious.gif] !  I mean... doesn't what you wrote really mean [smiley=flipoffangrily.gif] ? ;)


On that note, is there anyone out there interested in doing some fantasy articles? [smiley=wiseguy.gif] In any you! [smiley=bow.gif]


No, no, it doesn't mean that.  ;)

I could swear that I was going to mention the idea of maybe a few of us writing fantasy articles. I would very much be interested in doing so, as I feel that I have won enough fantasy  leagues that I can share my knowledge with the world.  [smiley=doseofreality.gif]  ;D
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by StegRock on Mar 31st, 2003, 7:15pm

on 03/31/03 at 18:10:20, Keyshawn Johnson 76yards wrote:
I could swear that I was going to mention the idea of maybe a few of us writing fantasy articles. I would very much be interested in doing so, as I feel that I have won enough fantasy  leagues that I can share my knowledge with the world.  [smiley=doseofreality.gif]  ;D


I don't want this thread to go off-topic, so let's continue discussion regarding "Fantasy Articles @ FantasyFootballer.com" on the following thread:

http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/cgi-bin/theGridiron/YaBB.cgi?board=58;action=display;num=1049155776.

Discussion regarding "the Gridiron Newsstand" is to be continued on this thread...

Thanks! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand
Post by bgsgfan on Mar 31st, 2003, 10:17pm
SWEET!  

I came in tonite after work and first thing I notice is this "REAL Feed" added to the forum page.  And then I go to check it out... and an article adds itself before my eyes!

Talk about being able to stay on top of the latest info!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by FourTwoOh on Apr 1st, 2003, 2:50am
VERY nice.

[smiley=cheers.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by DirkDiggler on Apr 1st, 2003, 5:31pm
Great Job with the Reel Feed.  I friggin love it!!

Thanks for all you do.

Now we all need to go out and pimp the link so we get more people coming here.

You da man!!!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 5th, 2003, 1:56pm
I just wanted to announce the addition of FOUR NEW resources to our "Big Media News Sources" on "the Gridiron Newsstand":  Covers, The Sports Network, Fanball, and AllSports! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif] That page is REALLY coming along, me thinks! [smiley=awwgee.gif] In any case, I hope it helps you all enjoy this great hobby of ours even more! [smiley=awwgee.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 8th, 2003, 11:24pm
Anybody notice that cool, I think [smiley=thinking.gif] , link currently third on "The REAL Feed"?  I ain't ever seen anything like that anywhere.  It's a link to a post at SportsFilter.com, some kind of (special) sports forum.  In any event, I think [smiley=shrug.gif] it's pretty awesome, definitely a unique news-feed item providing a "lowdown", so to speak, perspective!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by Philly on Apr 9th, 2003, 11:22am
Interesting article.  Amazing that they let a Skins season-ticket holder serve as arbitrator in this issue.  As an Eagles fan, it upsets me greatly.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 9th, 2003, 12:26pm
Moreover, Philly, all...

Do you guys ultimately think that the feed from SportsFilter.com there is something cool and should be kept on "The REAL Feed" or somewhat cheesy and should be removed?

Looking for your guys' thoughts here... [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by Philly on Apr 9th, 2003, 1:07pm
I checked it out and they have some interesting items there, but they have topics about soccer and auto racing, etc.

The post at the SportsFilter.com linked to the story at ESPN.com.  If we could be sure that the ESPN story will show up on the REAL feed, then I don't see any need for SportsFilter.com.

My two cents...
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 9th, 2003, 1:33pm

on 04/09/03 at 13:07:00, Philly wrote:
I checked it out and they have some interesting items there, but they have topics about soccer and auto racing, etc.

The post at the SportsFilter.com linked to the story at ESPN.com.  If we could be sure that the ESPN story will show up on the REAL feed, then I don't see any need for SportsFilter.com.

My two cents...


Little value in the post itself...  It, in and of itself, is not worth incorporating... ?
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The Real Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 10th, 2003, 1:59pm
TWO MORE resources added to our "Big Media/General Sports News Sources" on "the Gridiron Newsstand":  The Insiders and Yahoo! Sports.  Enjoy! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif]

Also, though, please do not miss the question above regarding whether or not to keep SportsFilter.com on "The REAL Feed"!  Thank you! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Apr 10th, 2003, 4:29pm
I just found another resource while surfing:
 www.football.com
Some nice draft info there.  One of the drafts actually had the same pick for the Jets in round 2 that I did.  (No, I didn't see that pick before I posted...)

Don't know if anyone has experience with that site and if it merits attention on the Newsstand...
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 10th, 2003, 6:23pm
Well, Philly, I don't know what everybody else thinks.  But, why don't you go on over to "the Gridiron Newsstand" and see what the admin here thinks about your idea?

Nice to see an admin that listens to his constituents and, when appropriate, let's their thoughts become reality! [smiley=awwgee.gif]

I will say this, though, for aesthetic purposes, I do like to add these IN PAIRS.  Right now, "Football.com" is hangin' down there like a dingleberry!  So, if you guys can propose ONE more here soon, that would be great.  BUT, NO (WHAT I WOULD CONSIDER) SECONDARY (fantasy-specific) SOURCES, like KFFL, FootballInsider, etc., etc.  Fanball, actually, pushes that envelope.  They are kind of somewhere in between a primary and secondary site in my opinion.  Anyway, got another ONE, fellas! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by DirkDiggler on Apr 10th, 2003, 7:01pm
Steggy--

I would leave it as is.   I don't think it is dangling or looks funny.  Looks good to me.

One suggestion, would be to shrink the fonts of the writting "The Reel Feed" OR just stick that at the top of the Reel Feed section.   I can't read it all without scrolling.

On the left, I would shrink the font a little too EXCEPT, I would enlarge the print that says, "INCLUDING ALL NEWSPAPERS COVERAGE........."  

or/and

get rid of the GBRFL logo.  As I have said in the past, you got a killer site here. Promote Footballer.com instead the GBRFL.  

Just minor suggestions.  I know you have done a shit load of work and it shows!!!  I also know you have a ton of other stuff going on.

I do love having the resources RIGHT THERE.  IT IS SWEET!!!!!!!  I use it all the time.  Especially to get all the draft info. and to follow my keeper players!  (Like Stacey Mack who will be the starter in Houston.)

Take care,
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 10th, 2003, 7:02pm
Well, guys, don't leave a request like that laying out there too long, 'cause you gotta' know that Steggie is gonna' be on it like white on rice!  Point being, I already went out and found a nice site to add to make the page look nice.  So, now we are back at needin' TWO proposals, at least if we want to keep things looking aesthetically pleasing over there. ;D

Oh, by the way, the next NEW site added was NFLPlayers.com!  Really good site for info, actually! [smiley=yes.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by DirkDiggler on Apr 10th, 2003, 7:12pm
Steggy--

One other thing, that INSIDERS.com website is basically a pay site.  I could not find any info there that wasn't subscription based.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 10th, 2003, 7:33pm
Dirk, thanks for the thoughts, but I got bad news for your proposals, unfortunately...

1)  You are going to have to scroll on "The REAL Feed" no matter what!  There are 50 items in that feed, and I want to leave it at that max amount that I can have.  That would be the only thing I could do that would really make a difference.  As for font size, I would rather leave those the way they are.  It is the old "easier on the eyes"/"less scrolling" debate regarding font sizes.  I go with easier on the eyes on that one.  As for the graphic, again, its removal is only going to help marginally!

2)  I thought about the same thing when I made that GRAPHIC.  Point is, that sentence there is part of the GRAPHIC, and graphics changes involve much more work than just text alterations.  That sentence in that font fit under there evenly, which I needed for spacing reasons that are unapparent to the viewer.  Again, I kind of agree with you, but I ain't opening that can of graphics worms, at least not right now, especially when the can is much bigger than the significance in this case.

3)  Get off the "downplaying the GBRFL" kick...  You know my eventual plans with the home page/index page.  However, GBRFL-style leagues are still a BIG part of the plans I have for things @ FantasyFootballer.com.  Also, I think it is the GBRFL logo that makes "the Gridiron" graphic look complete.  That's why I originally made that SINGLE graphic look that way.  Again, all that aside, this is ultimately a sticky, time-consuming graphics issue.  To start taking "the Gridiron" graphic there apart and tinkering... oh brother!  That's a TON of work!

SO, in conclusion, guys, all ideas are welcome and I do not ever want to disappoint you guys.  BUT, that having been said, given that fact, please try to consider the other side of things, i.e. the work it is going to give me, when making suggestions.  Obviously, something like proposing an additional link, smiley or avatar is something I can do in a jiffy.  But, things involving the general layout of the site typically are going to take A LOT of time and effort, and in many cases may actually be debatable, e.g. your first suggestion.  I, for one, am a surfer who does not mind scrolling.  Notwithstanding that tiny font for "the Gridiron Newsstand" pitch, I, personally, generally have more of an aversion to smaller fonts, a style that most sites take, and even "the Gridiron" based on YaBB defaults, than extra scrolling.  You will notice that sites that I have made from the bottom up, the GBRFL site, the CBFL site, the English Master site, tend to have bigger fonts (and, yes, more scrolling).  Anyway, I hope you (all) can appreciate where I am coming from here! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by DirkDiggler on Apr 10th, 2003, 7:38pm
Steg--



Quote:
Dirk, thanks for the thoughts, but I got bad news for your proposals, unfortunately...


No, not bad news.  Just news.



Quote:
Just minor suggestions.  I know you have done a shit load of work and it shows!!!  I also know you have a ton of other stuff going on.

I know you worked your ass off.  As you know, I have been super fan of this sucker.  Thus why I said just suggestions!!  And I said I know you have a ton of other shit going on.......  



Not being critical.  I am always completmentary, thus why I am trying to pimp this baby!!

As far as GBRFL kick, no kick.  Just did not know it was all one Graphic....... I thought it could just be removed.  That is what I get for knowing nothinh regarding that type of stuff.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 10th, 2003, 7:41pm

on 04/10/03 at 19:12:31, DirkDiggler wrote:
Steggy--

One other thing, that INSIDERS.com website is basically a pay site.  I could not find any info there that wasn't subscription based.


Dude, I just went back there again, and I could visit a number of articles no problem (when clicking on the featured article as well as the "team-specific" links down the middle).  I don't know what you are talking about.  Based on what I said above about adding two sites at a time (though you disagreed on the necessity of that) AND the fact that I am able to surf around the site in question here for free, it makes me think that you just want to give me MORE WORK. [smiley=annoyed.gif] [smiley=shrug.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by DirkDiggler on Apr 10th, 2003, 7:49pm

on 04/10/03 at 19:41:26, StegRock wrote:
Dude, I just went back there again, and I could visit a number of articles no problem (when clicking on the featured article as well as the "team-specific" links down the middle).  I don't know what you are talking about.  Based on what I said above about adding two sites at a time (though you disagreed on the necessity of that) AND the fact that I am able to surf around the site in question here for free, it makes me think that you just want to give me MORE WORK. [smiley=annoyed.gif] [smiley=shrug.gif]


Steg--

Hmmm...  I am pretty sure my goal in life is to not give you more work.   Thus why I said in an earlier post that the one "dangler" as you called it looked fine, IN MY OPINION.   I surfed the site and got  insiders subscription for 7.95 on basically every article.  Maybe it was just the draft articles.

SHIT,. I AM NOT BEING CRITICAL!  If I have said it once, I have said it twice, this site is incredible.  I appreciate all the work you have done.  
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 10th, 2003, 8:46pm
Dirk, I re-checked out "The Insiders" again.  I clicked on different things, based primarily on what you said above regarding the direction you went in at that site.  Yes, it does appear that ALL the draft stuff is only available to their paying customers.  I even went to some of the other team pages that I had not gone to earlier and realized that there was a significant amount more pay-only stuff there as well.  I then realized that they differentiate their pay services from their free stuff with a "red star".  If it has a red star, you are not going to get the "whole story."  That having been said, there is still a nice amount of free stuff, including the summary preludes, which I find quite useful in a "KFFL hot wire"-type way irrespective of whether they are for a pay article or a free one.  And, the articles that are available for free are nice.  That having been said, they are getting dropped down from that cozy, second-row position on "the Gridiron Newsstand" they currently hold. [smiley=thumbsup.gif] , Dirk! [smiley=tonguin.gif] Thanks! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Apr 10th, 2003, 10:37pm
I use that Insiders site quite a bit in my pre-draft analysis.  There is a lot of premium (i.e., $$$) info there, but I've been able to find quite a fair amount for free.

Their draft pages are very nice.  Their player profiles are a bit lacking, but there's plenty of other info there.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 12th, 2003, 11:35am
Guys, "The REAL Feed" is making me "REAL Fed up"! [smiley=LMFAO.gif] Anyway, really, the point being, we are experiencing some technical difficulties on "The REAL Feed".  I was adding some more sources to the feed last night and after I updated the system, it went down.  I thought I would wake up this morning and it would be working again.  No dice, though! :( I have made the contact to our e-syndication company's technicians, and I am sure it will be back up shortly, by Monday the latest, I would expect.  Thank you for your anticipated understanding and patience! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 12th, 2003, 11:45am

on 04/12/03 at 11:35:21, StegRock wrote:
Guys, "The REAL Feed" is making me "REAL Fed up"! [smiley=LMFAO.gif] Anyway, really, the point being, we are experiencing some technical difficulties on "The REAL Feed".  I was adding some more sources to the feed last night and after I updated the system, it went down.  I thought I would wake up this morning and it would be working again.  No dice, though! :( I have made the contact to our e-syndication company's technicians, and I am sure it will be back up shortly, by Monday the latest, I would expect.  Thank you for your anticipated understanding and patience! [smiley=bow.gif]


CANCEL the above!

I just went back over to the "control panel" for my account with our e-syndication company and tried ONE MORE thing.  Well, either it worked OR the techs over there are just that good and already responded to my message!  At any rate, "The REAL Feed" is back up and going, so get on over and get your fill, boyz!!!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 19th, 2003, 10:52pm
Okay, this is going to be a self-praise session, I must admit.  But, fuck, how much easier has FF research been made by "the Gridiron Newsstand" and "The REAL Feed"?  At least it has for me!  Since launching that page, I have totally changed my daily FF diet.  No more religiously going to the CNN/SI and ESPN index pages, KFFL's Hot Wire, Fanball, etc.  I mean I just tonight went to the ESPN and CNN/SI index pages because I wanted to get NBA and NHL news.  For goodness sake, those pages take like forever to load.  Whereas, for my FF research now, I just go to "the Gridiron Newsstand", on which also is "The REAL Feed", all of which opens like in a jiffy.  If I want to click to further articles, cool, 'cause at least I get around those damn index pages with all their graphics and scripts and what-not, or should I say, what-"knot"!  But, usually, the headline and the article description, which often goes therewith on "The REAL Feed", is enough.  I then just hit up "the Gridiron Newsstand" and corroborate things from the "primary" sources, i.e. the local newspapers.  Then, having all those "Big Media" links right there is a nice bonus for occasional use.  I mean that page, if NOTHING ELSE, has totally streamlined my FF research.  I still basically get the same news intake, but spend like probably 75% less time.  I mean you could do more, you could always do more, I suppose, but there is a point at which it's overkill and you are actually not being efficient anymore and drowning yourself in information.  Just get the basics and apply your God-given ability to reason!  That's the key to the kingdom... of fantasy football greatness!  Okay, I'll step down now! ;D
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Apr 21st, 2003, 2:59pm
Hey Steg...

You da muhfuckin' man!  [smiley=bow.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif] [smiley=dancin.gif]  <-- I love this smiley.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Apr 21st, 2003, 5:01pm
I think it is a stroke of GENIUS to have the REAL feed and the Newsstand on the same page.  I get a blurb on the REAL feed and the whole story from the Newsstand, should I desire more depth.  [smiley=deal.gif][smiley=lost.gif][smiley=graduate.gif]

I think you've done an outstanding job with all of this Steg.    [smiley=thumbsup.gif] [smiley=thumbsup.gif] [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

My only complaint (here it comes ::) ) is that I think sometimes the REAL feed is a little bit slow on the news reporting.  I've already read the story about Weathersby on a few different outlets.  And no sign of it on the REAL feed.  I've also found some interesting stories/rumors concerning the Lions trading out of their #2 spot and shopping Shaun Rogers for a #1 pick.  When I look on the REAL feed, I get 3 stories about the Ravens draft plans and 1 story on Russian oil in Siberia.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by DirkDiggler on Apr 21st, 2003, 5:33pm

on 04/21/03 at 17:01:12, Philly wrote:
I think it is a stroke of GENIUS to have the REAL feed and the Newsstand on the same page.  I get a blurb on the REAL feed and the whole story from the Newsstand, should I desire more depth.  [smiley=deal.gif][smiley=lost.gif][smiley=graduate.gif]

I think you've done an outstanding job with all of this Steg.    [smiley=thumbsup.gif] [smiley=thumbsup.gif] [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

My only complaint (here it comes ::) ) is that I think sometimes the REAL feed is a little bit slow on the news reporting.  I've already read the story about Weathersby on a few different outlets.  And no sign of it on the REAL feed.  I've also found some interesting stories/rumors concerning the Lions trading out of their #2 spot and shopping Shaun Rogers for a #1 pick.  When I look on the REAL feed, I get 3 stories about the Ravens draft plans and 1 story on Russian oil in Siberia.


I hear ya Philly.  However, I can say that usually the real feed is right on top of it.  I have compared versus some other sites.  And I would be willing to bet that there is something wrong with the feed today.  There have been no articles on todays date at all.  I would have to say that the news service fucked up.  There would be a ton of articles concerning the draft, Weathersby, and the Lions dangling S. Rogers out there.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 21st, 2003, 5:38pm

on 04/21/03 at 17:01:12, Philly wrote:
My only complaint (here it comes ::) ) is that I think sometimes the REAL feed is a little bit slow on the news reporting.  I've already read the story about Weathersby on a few different outlets.  And no sign of it on the REAL feed.  I've also found some interesting stories/rumors concerning the Lions trading out of their #2 spot and shopping Shaun Rogers for a #1 pick.  When I look on the REAL feed, I get 3 stories about the Ravens draft plans and 1 story on Russian oil in Siberia.


I don't know if I agree with your assessment that "The REAL Feed" is slower at disseminating relevant news than others.  I find it to be ahead of other sources sometimes and behind them at others.  It just seems to kind of depend on our "update/refresh" times versus the others' and when the articles are actually published.  Now, as for today specifically, with regards to the dearth of news coming through as well as that Russian news item, which I just now removed yet again, NewKnowledge, our e-syndication company, is having some technical problems.  So, today is NOT a good litmus test of "The REAL Feed's" overall/typical effectiveness!  Thanks for the de facto heads-up, though! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Apr 21st, 2003, 9:05pm
I hate being critical, because I have an idea how much blood, sweat, tears, and cold hard cash you put into this site... and the last thing you want is bitching and moaning...  but I also believe in being honest and hope that my criticism can be construed as constructive.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 21st, 2003, 9:17pm

on 04/21/03 at 21:05:55, Philly wrote:
I hate being critical, because I have an idea how much blood, sweat, tears, and cold hard cash you put into this site... and the last thing you want is bitching and moaning...  but I also believe in being honest and hope that my criticism can be construed as constructive.


Absolutely understood... and agreed with!  And, I meant that "thank you" above, really!  I did, however, mean to dissent on the issue of the timeliness of the news provided on "The REAL Feed".  In any event, I always want to be apprised if any of you notice something that needs to be fixed or whatever.  It is just that in this case it's out of my hands.  These are technical difficulties that I cannot do anything directly about. [smiley=shrug.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Jul 22nd, 2003, 4:04pm
Just picked up another resource for "the Gridiron Newsstand (http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm)", a fourth newspaper for the San Diego Chargers.

Again, if any of you all have any to contribute, LET ME KNOW!  It's all about teamwork here on "the Gridiron"! [smiley=yes.gif] [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Jul 23rd, 2003, 6:36pm
HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!

Well, fellas, you all are gonna' get another great chance to make a substantive difference on/contribution to "the Gridiron".  After much deliberation over a specific suggestion given me a bit back, which, again, had me thinking for quite some time, I believe I have come up with a great middle-ground idea that WILL make our newsstand that much better!

I am going to add FAN SITES to the current list of newspaper sites and official team sites, high-quality fan sites that is!  So, I would like your guys' input on this!  I am just going to go to a search engine and find them that way.  BUT, if there are certain ones that you guys are already familiar with or want to go out and find on your own and, of course, like, those are the ones I would rather add. [smiley=bow.gif] For an example of the kind of fan site I am talking about, here is one for the Broncos:  http://www.orangemane.com/.  All in all, I plan to add 2 to 6 for each team, ideally, probably 4.  Given those parameters, I will then go by "first come, first serve".  So, you wanna' leave your mark on "the Gridiron" and make a difference, let me have it, or should I say, them. [smiley=onit.gif]

This site may be "by me", but it is "for us", and I once again want to thank YOU ALL for ALL the help you guys have given me!  I am...

...Sincerely,
Steve Stegeman of "the Gridiron @ FantasyFootballer.com", the site where you can make a difference, maybe even the difference!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by junkyardjake on Jul 24th, 2003, 12:18am
Hey 'yall

Any Jets fans in the house ?  Can I get a 'Woot' 'Woot' ? --- OK, now the ladies (woot woot).

Steggie, here's some cool Jets fan sites that should pass your rigid standards of approval:

http://www.nyjetsfan.com/
http://www.jetsinsider.com/
http://www.theganggreen.com/

Geez, what's with all these wacky commands and psycho faces, it's going to take me a bit to figure this out.

Later !
Junkyard Jake :^)
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Jul 24th, 2003, 8:33am
Hey, JunkYardJake!  Good to see you aboard...


Anyway, here are a few "friendly" Eagles sites that should be listed...

www.700level.com
www.nestofdeath.com
www.eaglefan.net
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Jul 24th, 2003, 4:14pm

on 07/24/03 at 00:18:54, junkyardjake wrote:
Hey 'yall

Any Jets fans in the house ?  Can I get a 'Woot' 'Woot' ? --- OK, now the ladies (woot woot).

Steggie, here's some cool Jets fan sites that should pass your rigid standards of approval:

http://www.nyjetsfan.com/
http://www.jetsinsider.com/
http://www.theganggreen.com/


Well, I don't know about a 'Woot' 'Woot' for the Jets, ;D BUT I'll give a BIG 'Woot' 'Woot' for Junkyard Jake of JunkyardJake.com (http://www.junkyardjake.com/) and his comin' 'round these parts! [smiley=havinablast.gif]

And, thanks for those suggestions, guys!  Keep 'em comin'!

As for the ladies, 'Hoots' [smiley=hooters.gif] 'Hoots' [smiley=titflash.gif] ... [smiley=checkin.gif] [smiley=eatme.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Jul 25th, 2003, 1:42pm
Guys,

I have not yet gone about adding the "Fan sites".  Keep them comin' at me, PLEASE!  That is going to be a BIG job (with which I am not getting as much assistance as I anticipated :-[ [smiley=shrug.gif] )!

But, in any event, I have added a handful more newspaper links.  The teams whose resources were added to are the Jets, Ravens, Titans, Chiefs, Raiders, Chargers, Giants (as if we needed another one), Eagles (2), Redskins, Rams (2), 49ers, and Seahawks.  I also added About.com's football page to our "Big Media News Sources".  I hope they help you all out!

Also, peripherally related, I have just updated my "Great Eight FF Information Sites", which are displayed on the GBRFL home page.  If you are interested, go to:

http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/gbrfl/index.htm#Information%20Sites.

Again, I'd really like to tailor-make "the Gridiron Newsstand" by adding resources you would like to see there [smiley=bow.gif] (within the scope of what the page is, of course, i.e. not "yet another" links page for other "second- or third-tier" FF sites... that's what the aforementioned "Great Eight" is for and, anyway, long, "difficult-to-wade-through" lists of those are readily available elsewhere).  But, I don't read minds, and I surely can't do this for "you" if "you" don't speak up! [smiley=shrug.gif]

Again, I hope everything that is going on here helps and adds a unique, new taste to your usual FF diet! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif]

Peace out,
StegRock
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 8th, 2003, 9:37pm

on 07/23/03 at 18:36:15, StegRock wrote:
HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!  HELP WANTED!!

Well, fellas, you all are gonna' get another great chance to make a substantive difference on/contribution to "the Gridiron".  After much deliberation over a specific suggestion given me a bit back, which, again, had me thinking for quite some time, I believe I have come up with a great middle-ground idea that WILL make our newsstand that much better!

I am going to add FAN SITES to the current list of newspaper sites and official team sites, high-quality fan sites that is!  So, I would like your guys' input on this!  I am just going to go to a search engine and find them that way.  BUT, if there are certain ones that you guys are already familiar with or want to go out and find on your own and, of course, like, those are the ones I would rather add. [smiley=bow.gif] For an example of the kind of fan site I am talking about, here is one for the Broncos:  http://www.orangemane.com/.  All in all, I plan to add 2 to 6 for each team, ideally, probably 4.  Given those parameters, I will then go by "first come, first serve".  So, you wanna' leave your mark on "the Gridiron" and make a difference, let me have it, or should I say, them. [smiley=onit.gif]

This site may be "by me", but it is "for us", and I once again want to thank YOU ALL for ALL the help you guys have given me!  I am...

...Sincerely,
Steve Stegeman of "the Gridiron @ FantasyFootballer.com", the site where you can make a difference, maybe even the difference!


Well, I now know this is going to be a fairly big undertaking.  I have started it, though, and have finished the AFC East.  Any help would still be MUCH appreciated. :-/ In any event, while doing this I did run across a couple more sources to add to our "Big Media/General NFL News Sources" as you can see when you visit "the Gridiron Newsstand".  I hope they help and I am guessing that this job will be done sometime late next week or the week after. [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by FourTwoOh on Aug 8th, 2003, 11:12pm
The two Chiefs sites that come to mind right off are

www.chiefsplanet.com

The football board there is an all-topic type, meaning you'll get politics, music, etc as well as football, but very active.

Second, and a far cry from the planet, is

http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/sports/football/nfl/kansas_city_chiefs/

I list this one the way I have, because the actual message board is one of those mile long url's that has the look of a comic strip cuss word. The info to be had there is less sound at time, but good tidbits can be found quite frequently.

Chiefsplanet is the primecut choice of the two.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 9th, 2003, 12:17am

on 08/08/03 at 23:12:10, FourTwoOh wrote:
The two Chiefs sites that come to mind right off are

www.chiefsplanet.com

The football board there is an all-topic type, meaning you'll get politics, music, etc as well as football, but very active.

Second, and a far cry from the planet, is

http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/sports/football/nfl/kansas_city_chiefs/

I list this one the way I have, because the actual message board is one of those mile long url's that has the look of a comic strip cuss word. The info to be had there is less sound at time, but good tidbits can be found quite frequently.

Chiefsplanet is the primecut choice of the two.


Thanks for Chiefsplanet, 420!  That will definitely be a consideration as a "fan" site.  As for KansasCity.com, which is actually the on-line version of The Kansas City Star, that's already on "the Gridiron Newsstand"... has been since day one.  Some staffer should be knowing that! [smiley=whistle.gif] ;)
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 9th, 2003, 12:40am
Well, final update on this "fan sites" project for the night... [smiley=tired.gif] Work on the AFC North is now also completed, so that's two divisions down.  Also, during the search, I stumbled on four more "news" sources, 1 each for the Bengals and Browns and 2 for the Steelers.  I also added four more sources to "The REAL Feed (http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm)".  One of them is quite BIG and VERY present on the feed already.  Again, I hope you all enjoy it and find it all useful! [smiley=bow.gif] Now, it's time for me to... [smiley=sleepers.gif] See ya's on the morrow! [smiley=wave.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 9th, 2003, 7:52pm
WHEW!  I AM workin' it!  3 divisions down, just finished the AFC South!  In the process, I also found some more newspaper sources to add to the BEST, MOST COMPREHENSIVE and COMPACT FF newsstand goin', "the Gridiron Newsstand (http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm)":  1 for the Panthers, 1 for the Seahawks, and 1 for the Raiders and 49ers. [smiley=bow.gif] ENJOY! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 9th, 2003, 9:36pm
Well, I surely hit the ground running here.  The "fan sites" project is really coming along...  The AFC West is now done and, thus, the whole AFC is behind me.  And, again, while hammering away on this, I came across more goodies for "the Gridiron Newsstand":  1 further newspaper source for the Chiefs, 2 more for the Raiders and 49ers, and 1 more "Big Media/General NFL News Sources".  I think I am going to punch in the card here and "take off" [smiley=cruisin.gif] for the rest of the night.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Aug 10th, 2003, 12:04pm
Keep up the good work Steg... it would be nice if some more people sent in the Fan Pages of their favorite teams to help you out.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 10th, 2003, 8:49pm
You may have caught the other thread, but I wanted to make the announcement again here (as that thread was not a general announcement; it regarded a certain aspect of things)...

Your "ONE-STOP shop and HOME BASE for pro football info" just got better!  During my work on the "fan sites" project, I stumbled across a really nice amenity, ideal for "the Gridiron Newsstand", a sports ticker.  I think it is a great addition to that page.  It also represents the first addition to the site that could actually generate revenue,... but probably not.  It would take a TON of sign-ups before I would ever see a dime, figuratively, but also somewhat literally, speaking.  At any "rate", that's not why I added it.  Like everything else here, I think it's something I myself will enjoy and have occasion to use.  I just think it's a GREAT addition!  That's why I added it.  To be quite frank with all of you, I do not use any other site anymore.  Between "The REAL Feed", which seems REALLY HOT these days, primary-source corroboration by way of "the Gridiron Newsstand", and, of course, "the Gridiron" forum itself, I find that, for myself at least, anything more is redundant and an inefficient use of my time.  The rather unobtrusive addition of "the Gridiron Ticker" there just furthers/bolsters the utility/usefulness of that SINGLE page.  Anyway, in other "news", I also came across another newspaper resource to add; it's for the Eagles.  In any case, I hope all of you find all of this helpful, making your enjoyment of this wonderful hobby of ours just that much greater. [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 11th, 2003, 12:28am
Progress on the "fan sites" project is coming along!  The NFC East is now done. ;D I also plucked up a few more newspapers for "the Gridiron Newsstand":  2 for the Eagles and 1 for the Redskins.  And, again, I hope you all like the sports ticker. [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 15th, 2003, 1:06am
Well, after losing four days to that damn virus, I got back on track tonight on the "fan sites" project.  Six down, two to go:  got the NFC North done tonight!  Got to be honest, though...  I was VERY disappointed in the fan sites for this division.  Besides the Packers, VERY, VERY WEAK... yes, including da' Bears!  With this project, I am cutting out the crap (unlike other sites that do this kind of thing, frankly speaking), but for the Lions, for example, I could only find ONE site "that I could even just justify listing", and it was a stretch.  It's one of the weakest of ALL the sites and it's the ONLY one for the Lions, and the situation wasn't all too different for the Bears and Vikings. [smiley=nono.gif]

Anyway, plowin' ahead...  See ya's on the morrow! [smiley=wave.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by BarnabyWilde on Aug 15th, 2003, 9:27am
Here are a few Giant ones...

http://giants.theinsiders.com/

http://www.allsports.com/nfl/giants/

http://www.bigblueinteractive.com/
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 15th, 2003, 11:15am

on 08/15/03 at 09:27:28, BarnabyWilde wrote:
Here are a few Giant ones...

http://giants.theinsiders.com/

http://www.allsports.com/nfl/giants/

http://www.bigblueinteractive.com/


BW, THANKS for bringing these to my attention! [smiley=bow.gif] "BigBlueInteractive.com" has been added to my list.

Regarding the other two, and this is something everyone should be aware of, I am only going to include "independent", i.e. "completely independently-run", fan sites.  The fan pages at "theInsiders.com" and "AllSports.com" are not really completely independent and, in any event, those two sites along with sites like "FanStop.com" and "NFLFans.com", which also host fan pages, are linked to on "the Gridiron Newsstand" in the "Big Media/General NFL News Sources" section.

So, if any of you are still thinking of submitting sites, PLEASE keep that in mind!  Thank you! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 17th, 2003, 1:52am
Got the NFC South done tonight!  Quality... :-/ , besides the Buccaneers of course!  How predictable?  Probably only half of them (not of the ones I "selectively" chose, though) will be in existence two years from now. ::) Overall, not as bad as the North, at least! [smiley=shrug.gif] Anyway, SEVEN divisions down; only ONE to go! [smiley=havinablast.gif] :P [smiley=tired.gif]

[smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 17th, 2003, 8:26pm
The NFC West is DONE!  As such, the research phase of the "Fan Sites" project is DONE! [smiley=havinablast.gif] And, I must say, the fan web sites for NFC West teams, overall, were excellent! [smiley=thumbsup.gif] This will all be up sometime this week,... only the best of the best, so stay tuned. [smiley=bow.gif] ... Whew! :P
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by PrimeTime on Aug 20th, 2003, 9:55pm
Where do you find the time Steg?  Is there really three poeple posting as StegRock? [smiley=shrug.gif] [smiley=shrug.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 20th, 2003, 10:49pm

on 08/20/03 at 21:55:20, PrimeTime wrote:
Where do you find the time Steg?  Is there really three poeple posting as StegRock? [smiley=shrug.gif] [smiley=shrug.gif]


A "Trinity" reference...  Talk about stroking my psychotic, megalomaniacal side! [smiley=swollenhead.gif] [smiley=gonecrazy.gif] ... ;)

In all seriousness, PT, suffice it to say that I make A LOT of BIG sacrifices to live life on my terms and not "the machine's". [smiley=zenmaster.gif] I also get much enjoyment from spreading around happiness and brightening people's days and giving them something to look forward to, even if it is just something small. [smiley=sunny.gif] Bottom line, looking forward to "something" is what makes life worth living.  Hope and anticipation is what it all really boils down to.  When they're gone, it's all over; without hope and anticipation, one('s soul) really is dead. [smiley=skull.gif] ...  It's not really the BMW itself that creates true happiness; it is the hope of having one, the hope that it fulfills your expectations, the hope of driving it another day.

...

Hence, my absolute disgust when I encounter a "'hopeless', mean spirit" around this place, an environment for which I ask little to nothing in return for providing.  All I ask is just be cool, pay attention to and be considerate and respectful of others and what I am trying to achieve here, which is "all good", ultimately. 8)
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 24th, 2003, 9:31pm
Fellaz,

The "Fan Sites" project on "the Gridiron Newsstand" has finally been completed.  I hope you all find the additional links useful and the slightly new look enjoyable. [smiley=bow.gif]

Based on feedback I have gotten over time, I am considering taking one further step to making the page even more user-friendly.  We'll see.  I actually will probably do a sample first and ask for your guys' valuable input and then see if it is a project actually worth taking on as it will be quite time-consuming.  So, be on the lookout if you want your opinion to count.

Again, enjoy the new BEEFED-UP newsstand, everybody! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif]

Over and Out,
Steg [smiley=onit.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Mar 5th, 2004, 1:01pm
Hey, Fellas!

Just spent some time workin' on "The REAL Feed (http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm)".  I added a few sources, a COUPLE HUGE ones, one compilation, the other a MAJOR Sports News source, which any one of you who frequents "the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed" should immediately notice.  I also got our "headline descriptions" back workin', so "The REAL Feed" can once again function as a more standalone product.  Lastly, I noticed that NewsKnowledge added "Forums" to their list of categories of news sources.  I am going to look into getting "the Gridiron @ FantasyFootballer.com" (including our fantasy articles page, Jeff and Jim :) ) added to that.  Well, I just wanted to give you guys an update on all this.

Over and Out,
Steve Steg [smiley=smileytrash.gif]
Your Friendly (or not so friendly ;) ) Neighborhood Admin
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Mar 9th, 2004, 12:06am
Just updatin' ya'll...  Added another local source to "the Gridiron Newsstand" that covers both the 49ers and Raiders.  ENJOY! [smiley=lickinmychops.gif] Information is power!  Information from the horse's mouth is straight butta! [smiley=spchef.gif] ... ;)
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Mar 9th, 2004, 8:29am
[smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif]

Nice work Steg.  The site just keeps getting better and better.

[smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif] [smiley=havinablast.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 28th, 2004, 4:04pm
Just bumpin'... and grindin' away!  Wanted to remind you guys that (primary) sources are always being added to "the Gridiron Newsstand (http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm)" and "The REAL Feed (http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm)".  If you ever have a recommendation for an addition, fellas, please post it... right here! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Jun 14th, 2005, 6:50pm
Fellas, I don't know if you all have been noticin', but "The REAL Feed" has been BOUNCIN' today.  News corroborated by multiple sources, most importantly by LOCAL sources in many cases, with nice meaty summaries available right at a glance...  Every time I let it refresh (on its own), at least one new news item is at the top.  It's off the hizzle.  Supplementing "The REAL Feed" with "the Gridiron Newsstand" for a little further diggin' is just about all an avid fantasy footballer needs (it's pretty much all this 16-year vet ;D uses).  Both resources are available with one click on the following link:

http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm.

Just updatin'! [smiley=builder.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 14th, 2006, 4:18pm
Guys, I just added a local source from "The REAL Feed" to "the Gridiron Newsstand" for the Carolina Panthers (that I just cited in a post up in "the Red Zone").  In doing so, I also cleaned up the links for the Panthers' sources on the Newsstand.  Along these lines, as far as lending me a "substantive" hand around the joint, IN ORDER OF PRIORITY:  when you find yourself with some spare time, it would be a BIG help to me to 1) sift through the Newsstand looking for faulty links and if you find any, look for and send me the correct URL or let me know if the source no longer exists; 2) search the net for LOCAL sources not on the Newsstand and, at least, pay regular attention to the LOCAL sources that appear on "The REAL Feed" and make sure at least those are on the Newsstand.  I encourage you all to coordinate your efforts and work together.  That's the way to go, actually. [smiley=builder.gif] [smiley=builder.gif] [smiley=builder.gif] It's a good way to get to know one another (in a meaningful way), too. :) Over and out!
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Philly on Apr 15th, 2006, 10:24pm
Eagles:

Newspaper #5 - Dead Link... here's the new one:
http://www.courierpostonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=SPORTS02&template=weekly

Newspaper #8 - Dead Link... here's the new one:
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/pro/nfl/eagles/index.html

Fan Site #4 - Site Closed... here's a replacement:
http://www.eaglesreport.com/
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Apr 15th, 2006, 10:31pm
WELL done, Jeff! [smiley=wizard.gif] It's already all polished up according to your suggestions... [smiley=awwgee.gif] Thanks a bunch, bro! [smiley=thumbsup.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Oct 2nd, 2006, 1:00am
NBCSports.com has, alas, been added to the "Big Media News Sources" part of "the Gridiron Newsstand (http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm)"! :) Sorry for the delay... :-[
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Sep 25th, 2009, 4:04pm
Very small, but, I (like to) think, helpful little upgrade to "the Gridiron Newsstand" (as I find myself wanting to be able to one-click to it),... a direct link to NFL.com's injury report page.  To check out the page, [smiley=checkin.gif] go here:  http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 1st, 2010, 10:09pm
Heya'll!  There are all kinds of training camp-specific content rolling [smiley=rollin.gif] off "The REAL Feed"...  Here's a direct link:  http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm.  Good stuff!  Check it on out! [smiley=checkin.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 23rd, 2015, 7:19pm
Question/Concern about "The REAL Feed"...

Is anybody having any trouble with how "The REAL Feed", the site's news feed, is displaying on the newsstand page?  It should display in the right frame of the page.  I am noticing some trouble on some newer browsers (like, of all things, Internet Explorer).

Here is a direct link: http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm.  Having any trouble?

Any and all input from any and all passers-by would be much appreciated!  Thank you! [smiley=bow.gif]
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by DirkDiggler on Aug 23rd, 2015, 7:45pm

on 08/23/15 at 19:19:22, StegRock wrote:
Question/Concern about "The REAL Feed"...

Is anybody having any trouble with how "The REAL Feed", the site's news feed, is displaying on the newsstand page?  It should display in the right frame of the page.  I am noticing some trouble on some newer browsers (like, of all things, Internet Explorer).

Here is a direct link: http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm.  Having any trouble?

Any and all input from any and all passers-by would be much appreciated!  Thank you! [smiley=bow.gif]


I cant see it.    All I see it the newsstand on half the page.  The real feed section is blank.  Way off to the right I see the letter T.  
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by StegRock on Aug 30th, 2015, 2:17am

on 08/23/15 at 19:45:46, DirkDiggler wrote:
I cant see it.    All I see it the newsstand on half the page.  The real feed section is blank.  Way off to the right I see the letter T.


How about now?  Does the page at least display properly?

It is displaying well in all my different browsers.

I just left the newsfeed ("The REAL Feed" with some font-size adjustments) and got rid of the newsstand (at least for now).  As it was, the newsstand was in need of a serious makeover, beyond which I have time at the moment to deal with, and had lost most of its value as a resource.
Title: Re: the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed
Post by Stegfucius on Dec 29th, 2017, 5:47pm
Hello, Fellow Gridironers...  The end of an era for another feature on "the Gridiron" has finally come.  It is the full dismantling of "the Gridiron Newsstand & The REAL Feed", which together have been part of the website since early 2003.  The former was dismantled a few years ago, and now the final day of service has come for "The REAL Feed". [smiley=touching.gif]  The company that provided the news feed, NewsKnowledge.com, is ceasing services TODAY.  As such, "The REAL Feed" will stop updating later today.  I have known this was coming for about a month.

I want to thank NewsKnowledge and "The REAL Feed" for the YEARS of enjoyment they have afforded me.  I will miss you. :'(

So, if you want to see "The REAL Feed" as it has been, go and visit it today: http://www.fantasyfootballer.com/newsstand.htm.  I will be researching what other news-feed providers there are out there between now and next season in an effort to bring a news feed back to "the Gridiron" @FantasyFootballer.com in 2018.  I had a GREAT deal with NewsKnowledge, however.  I was one of their first customers.  I fear that there is not going to be another affordable option.  So, enjoy what might very well be the final moments on "the Gridiron" with "The REAL Feed". :-[


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