Ian TB
@iantb.bsky.social
Retired #Marine, scribbler, #wargame analyst, podcast co-host, geek. Author of “A New Conception of War” on #USMC reading list. All views my own.
We went from two seasons of hot losing garbage to a Super Bowl run in one season under Vrabel. That is the power of leadership and good organizational culture. Lots of good football left to play #NEPats with this culture.
Even after the loss, Mike Vrabel waited outside the locker room for every one of his players, like he always does. ❤️
February 12, 2026 at 12:16 AM
We went from two seasons of hot losing garbage to a Super Bowl run in one season under Vrabel. That is the power of leadership and good organizational culture. Lots of good football left to play #NEPats with this culture.
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Marines reflect on the first hours of the Kabul evacuation and how quickly training became reality.
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
February 11, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Marines reflect on the first hours of the Kabul evacuation and how quickly training became reality.
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
Reposted by Ian TB
Marines reflect on the first hours of the Kabul evacuation and how quickly training became reality.
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
February 10, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Marines reflect on the first hours of the Kabul evacuation and how quickly training became reality.
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
Listen here: pod.link/682478916/e...
We don’t care about the “cynical foot balling watching public” Mr. Silver. We know what we have in Maye, are very hopeful about what he—and this team—can achieve in the future, and are grateful for a season that exceeded all possible expectations. We’re all set.
February 9, 2026 at 10:14 PM
We don’t care about the “cynical foot balling watching public” Mr. Silver. We know what we have in Maye, are very hopeful about what he—and this team—can achieve in the future, and are grateful for a season that exceeded all possible expectations. We’re all set.
We don’t care about the “cynical foot balling watching public” Mr. Silver. We know what we have in Maye, are very hopeful about what he—and this team—can achieve in the future, and are grateful for a season that exceeded all possible expectations. We’re all set.
February 9, 2026 at 10:12 PM
We don’t care about the “cynical foot balling watching public” Mr. Silver. We know what we have in Maye, are very hopeful about what he—and this team—can achieve in the future, and are grateful for a season that exceeded all possible expectations. We’re all set.
IMO Josh McDaniels has the most to answer for in this game.
February 9, 2026 at 7:49 PM
IMO Josh McDaniels has the most to answer for in this game.
If you see this, quote with a robot that isn’t from “Star Wars”, “Star Trek”, “Dr. Who”, or “Transformers.”
February 9, 2026 at 7:48 PM
If you see this, quote with a robot that isn’t from “Star Wars”, “Star Trek”, “Dr. Who”, or “Transformers.”
ICYMI: this might be the story I’m most grateful for the chance to share from Marine Pulse—the outstanding professionalism of #Marines during the evacuation from Kabul in the midst of one of the most chaotic environments possible. From @warontherocks.bsky.social:
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The Marines That Led the Evacuation of Afghanistan, Four Years Later
Podcast Episode · War on the Rocks · 02/06/2026 · 57m
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February 9, 2026 at 5:46 PM
ICYMI: this might be the story I’m most grateful for the chance to share from Marine Pulse—the outstanding professionalism of #Marines during the evacuation from Kabul in the midst of one of the most chaotic environments possible. From @warontherocks.bsky.social:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...
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Happy for Sam Darnold and Leonard Williams. Escaping the Jets and winning a Super Bowl.
February 9, 2026 at 4:18 AM
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Happy for Sam Darnold and Leonard Williams. Escaping the Jets and winning a Super Bowl.
February 9, 2026 at 4:17 AM
Happy for Sam Darnold and Leonard Williams. Escaping the Jets and winning a Super Bowl.
Josh McDaniels can walk the f*** home though for his weak-@$$ playcalling.
February 9, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Josh McDaniels can walk the f*** home though for his weak-@$$ playcalling.
I went into this season praying we’d crack .500 after two seasons of absolute @$$. Instead we got a HC who turned the culture around and franchise QB who was 1 vote short of season MVP. We’ll be fine. Seattle played balls out on both sides and earned the win.
February 9, 2026 at 3:30 AM
I went into this season praying we’d crack .500 after two seasons of absolute @$$. Instead we got a HC who turned the culture around and franchise QB who was 1 vote short of season MVP. We’ll be fine. Seattle played balls out on both sides and earned the win.
Oh there are the short fast throws…when it doesn’t matter anymore
February 9, 2026 at 3:07 AM
Oh there are the short fast throws…when it doesn’t matter anymore
I don’t know what the f*** that was but McDaniels can walk back to foxborough for the shit gsm he’s called.
February 9, 2026 at 2:49 AM
I don’t know what the f*** that was but McDaniels can walk back to foxborough for the shit gsm he’s called.
Hey look at that at least it won’t be a shut out
February 9, 2026 at 2:38 AM
Hey look at that at least it won’t be a shut out
Anyone know when our offensive coordinator is showing up to the game?
February 9, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Anyone know when our offensive coordinator is showing up to the game?
McDaniels not dialing up some fast short passes to just move the f***ing ball and take pressure off Maye is goddamn embarrassing.
February 9, 2026 at 2:02 AM
McDaniels not dialing up some fast short passes to just move the f***ing ball and take pressure off Maye is goddamn embarrassing.
Can’t ask any more of the D. They’re doing their job. McDaniels—wake the f*** up.
February 9, 2026 at 1:54 AM
Can’t ask any more of the D. They’re doing their job. McDaniels—wake the f*** up.
JFC what an awful tackling effort.
February 9, 2026 at 1:49 AM
JFC what an awful tackling effort.
So if you skipped the halftime show you missed a traditional wedding and the headliner saying “God bless America.” You sure showed them.
February 9, 2026 at 1:44 AM
So if you skipped the halftime show you missed a traditional wedding and the headliner saying “God bless America.” You sure showed them.