Mike Florio's SNF Extra chat: First half

Below is a transcript of Mike Florio’s chat in Sunday Night Football
Extra for Week 5′s Eagles-49ers game. You can access his live chat
every week here: nbcsports.com/snfextra

8:31
AskSNF: Mr. Florio, how do the Saints/Chargers rebound after today’s big upsets?
PFTonSNF: They’ve got to take it all one game at a time. Learn lessons and move on.

8:31
AskSNF: Happy Birthday Mrs. Florio
PFTonSNF: Her best gift probably was me out of town.

8:32
AskSNF: Ask Mike Florio Who will win the NFC North?
PFTonSNF: If Minnesota can get this Favre stuff behind them, they could take it.

8:33
AskSNF: What’s wrong with the Saints?
PFTonSNF: I think the Saints miss Reggie Bush more than anyone ever thought they would.

8:33
AskSNF: What are the chances that Aaron Rodgers will be able to play next week?
PFTonSNF: Too early to tell. He’s now in the gears of the concussion procedures.

8:34
AskSNF: Is This A must win for the 9ers
PFTonSNF: This is a playoff game for the Niners, as a practical matter.

8:34
AskSNF: How Impressed were you with the Lion’s victory today?, and do you think thier on the right track?
PFTonSNF: Good win for the Lions. One of the few I picked right this week. They’re heading in the right direction.

8:36
AskSNF: Do you think that Moss will limit Harvin’s carries that much?
PFTonSNF: Moss could open things up for Harvin to get more touches.

8:36
AskSNF: why did it take so long after the 1st sterger report to go out to actully gain steam
PFTonSNF: First Sterger report was her account with no tangible evidence. The tangible evidence made this thing go.

8:37
AskSNF: do you think the jets will win 2morrow?
PFTonSNF: I definitely think the Jets will win tomorrow night.

8:38
AskSNF: How are you feeling about your Cowboys superbowl pick?
PFTonSNF: About as good as I felt about my Redskins pick last year.

8:39
AskSNF: Ask Mike Florio: Was the Raiders victory significant or just a fluke?
PFTonSNF: Depends on whether they can build on it.

8:45
AskSNF: Are the Ravens the most complete team in the NFL right now?
PFTonSNF: If that offense shows up every week, yes.

8:48
PFTonSNF: Former WVU fullback Owen Schmitt just swatted Shawntae Spencer.

8:49
AskSNF: what about the colts performance today they were unable
to dominate like usual do you think they will have a tough time making
the playoffs?
PFTonSNF: Few teams are dominating. Chiefs are no slouch. A win is a win and now there’s a four-way AFC South at 3-2.

8:52
AskSNF: Do you think that pierre thomas’ abscence today was the main reason the saints lost?
PFTonSNF: Main reason? No. A big reason? Yes.

8:53
AskSNF: You think the Bucs have a shot at the Saints next week?
PFTonSNF: Everyone has a shot against the Saints. They have blown out no one.

8:53
AskSNF: do you think there is something wrong with carson palmers arm or elbow ?
PFTonSNF: Something is wrong with Palmer. He hasn’t been the same guy for a couple of years.

9:00
AskSNF: What’s wrong with the Chargers?
PFTonSNF: Annual slow start. One of these years they won’t be able to turn it on.

9:04
AskSNF: is there a chance for max hall to win rookie of the year?
PFTonSNF: Yes, but he’s got a lot of catching up to do.

9:04
AskSNF: do you think the vikings first game will be a bomb to randy moss? or will it be a chilly ball play call?
PFTonSNF: Favre will do whatever Favre wants to do.

9:08
AskSNF:
Mike, is the AFC South the toughest division in football? Also, who do
you expect to make the playoffs from the AFC South?
PFTonSNF: Top to bottom, probably. Each team is 3-2. I think Colts win it.

9:10
AskSNF: Is this season the end of the road for Matt Hasselbeck?
PFTonSNF: Probably. Not sure who the next guy for the Seahawks will be.

9:11
AskSNF: Do you think the Redskins’ defense is improving? They held the pre-season darling Packers to 13 points.
PFTonSNF: Possibly. It’s amazing they gave up 30 points two weeks ago.

9:12
AskSNF: Are the Falcons going to the playoffs?
PFTonSNF: 4-1 and first place in the NFC South, but not dominant. No one in NFC is dominant.

9:12
AskSNF: Should Favre be punished if she was a willing participant?
PFTonSNF: Willing participant doesn’t matter when talking about workplace-related conduct. Any employer would try to shut that down.

9:15
AskSNF: Obviously, the 49ers are better than their 0-4 record. How much longer do you think it will take them to become serious playoff contenders?
PFTonSNF: They could become serious playoff contenders this year if they win tonight. They’re in the “none of the above” division.

9:16
AskSNF: Will the Vikings QB situation next year play a part in Randy’s decision to sign an extension with the Vikings this offseason?
PFTonSNF: Absolutely. And it will be a factor in whether Vikings want him.

9:31
AskSNF: Who would you say is the best team in the NFL now that there are no undefeated teams?
PFTonSNF: It doesn’t really matter who is the best now. BUT … Pittsburgh, Baltimore, NYJ has been the best so far.

9:32
PFTonSNF: I don’t think so. They would have to lose a lot more.

9:34
AskSNF: is there any truth to the rumour that Mike Sims Walker is on the trading block?
PFTonSNF: Haven’t heard that. Makes zero sense.

9:35
AskSNF: Why do you think McNabb is off to such a slow start?
PFTonSNF: Terrible wide receivers and a new system. And he’s usually not that accurate. They are winning, though.

9:35
AskSNF: Is Wade’s job on the line in Dallas after the debacle with Tennessee?
PFTonSNF: Jerry Jones has never made an in-season change. They can’t afford to fall much further behind though.

9:39
PFTonSNF: LeSean McCoy is not messing around this season.

9:40
PFTonSNF: This game points out how mediocre the 49ers defense has been all year. Almost as big a problem as the O.

9:45
PFTonSNF: Big moment for the 49ers. Need a score to make this one possession at halftime. Not a good come-from-behind team.

9:45
AskSNF: hey mike, do you feel that kyle ortons success is his talent or is it mcdaniels sytstem?
PFTonSNF: Have to give a lot of credit to both, but McD has a knack with quarterbacks.

9:45
AskSNF: Ask Mike Florio Who do you think is the best cornerback in the league?
PFTonSNF: Nnamdi Asomugha

9:46
AskSNF: what’s going on in New orleans? after today Drew looks a bit rattled.
PFTonSNF: Way too many red zone mistakes. Fewer big plays. Lot of injuries on both sides. Think they will be OK but trailing ATL now.

9:47
PFTonSNF: Trent Cole heading to the locker room early.

9:53
AskSNF: What is up with the Pack?
PFTonSNF: Hooo weee. What up with Pack? What up with Pack?

9:54
AskSNF: How do you think the Pats do without Moss? Does Tate step up and help fill that void?
PFTonSNF: I think Tate is part of the solution. Aaron Hernandez could get a lot more looks.

9:55
PFTonSNF: Just went into SNL studio, which is being set up for live 30 Rock on Thursday night. Then they told me to get out or they’d call security.

9:58
AskSNF: If the Bears get Vincent Jackson will that make that bears team a Super Bowl Condender?
PFTonSNF: I’d be shocked if the Bears make a play for Vincent Jackson.