Nikos Ray
@nikosray.bsky.social
Sports, Nature & Humor. Not always in that order. Follow me for some random sports (mostly Green Bay Packers) takes and I'll follow you back!
This place is great without the toxicity. Let's keep it that way, huh?
This place is great without the toxicity. Let's keep it that way, huh?
You absolutely can say and do racist things without realizing it's racist.
But I'm from a really small community in a conservative area, and you would be surprised how many people will openly and shamelessly admit to being racist when they think they are in a safe place with like-minded people.
But I'm from a really small community in a conservative area, and you would be surprised how many people will openly and shamelessly admit to being racist when they think they are in a safe place with like-minded people.
So no a person does not have to have the intent to be racist to be racist, not at all, & I think white people learning antiracism have a misunderstanding about this.
As long as people really think most racism is done by people who know they're racist & intended to be racist there's a huge stall. Even most of the worst racists don't think they're racist, it's only a few who do. The people who attended lynchings did not believe they were racist.
February 8, 2024 at 2:15 PM
You absolutely can say and do racist things without realizing it's racist.
But I'm from a really small community in a conservative area, and you would be surprised how many people will openly and shamelessly admit to being racist when they think they are in a safe place with like-minded people.
But I'm from a really small community in a conservative area, and you would be surprised how many people will openly and shamelessly admit to being racist when they think they are in a safe place with like-minded people.
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It's never a good sign when your new girlfriend says you should probably just go back and reconcile with your estranged wife. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Vegas mayor: A's should try to stay in Oakland
Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman said the Athletics' stadium plan "does not make sense" and the team should "figure out a way to stay in Oakland."
www.espn.com
February 8, 2024 at 12:17 PM
It's never a good sign when your new girlfriend says you should probably just go back and reconcile with your estranged wife. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Idk man. I think there's room for everyone's beliefs as long as they aren't harmful.
The billionaires behind it don't have some scheme planned--they genuinely think telling the world that Jesus was cool will help.
Is it a huge waste of money? Probably.
The billionaires behind it don't have some scheme planned--they genuinely think telling the world that Jesus was cool will help.
Is it a huge waste of money? Probably.
I was back & forth on whether or not I would watch the Superbowl this year.
This seals it.
I will not be watching.
This seals it.
I will not be watching.
February 8, 2024 at 12:15 PM
Idk man. I think there's room for everyone's beliefs as long as they aren't harmful.
The billionaires behind it don't have some scheme planned--they genuinely think telling the world that Jesus was cool will help.
Is it a huge waste of money? Probably.
The billionaires behind it don't have some scheme planned--they genuinely think telling the world that Jesus was cool will help.
Is it a huge waste of money? Probably.
I love Daniels, but he's lower than the other two because he has so much growing yet to do.
His LSU offense was so dynamic but also VERY simple. Throw to one of your first 2 reads (who happen to be 2 of the best 4 WRs in the nation) or take off and run.
His LSU offense was so dynamic but also VERY simple. Throw to one of your first 2 reads (who happen to be 2 of the best 4 WRs in the nation) or take off and run.
Why are people placing Caleb Williams & Drake Maye over Jayden Daniels? #NFL
February 8, 2024 at 12:09 PM
I love Daniels, but he's lower than the other two because he has so much growing yet to do.
His LSU offense was so dynamic but also VERY simple. Throw to one of your first 2 reads (who happen to be 2 of the best 4 WRs in the nation) or take off and run.
His LSU offense was so dynamic but also VERY simple. Throw to one of your first 2 reads (who happen to be 2 of the best 4 WRs in the nation) or take off and run.
Everyone is entitled to their beliefs.
I'm sorry you lost friends because of your beliefs, but Aaron, some people lost loved ones because of those beliefs.
I don't mean they had a falling or a disagreement--I mean they literally lost their loved ones because they bought in to your beliefs.
I'm sorry you lost friends because of your beliefs, but Aaron, some people lost loved ones because of those beliefs.
I don't mean they had a falling or a disagreement--I mean they literally lost their loved ones because they bought in to your beliefs.
USA TODAY Sports
"Aaron Rodgers tells Joe Rogan he's lost friends, allies, millions over his COVID-19 beliefs"
www.yahoo.com/sports/aaron...
"Aaron Rodgers tells Joe Rogan he's lost friends, allies, millions over his COVID-19 beliefs"
www.yahoo.com/sports/aaron...
February 8, 2024 at 12:01 PM
Everyone is entitled to their beliefs.
I'm sorry you lost friends because of your beliefs, but Aaron, some people lost loved ones because of those beliefs.
I don't mean they had a falling or a disagreement--I mean they literally lost their loved ones because they bought in to your beliefs.
I'm sorry you lost friends because of your beliefs, but Aaron, some people lost loved ones because of those beliefs.
I don't mean they had a falling or a disagreement--I mean they literally lost their loved ones because they bought in to your beliefs.
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"If A.I. is a Taco Bell in a small college town...well then who is the weekend assistant night manager?"
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
Superbowl “AI” ads are going to age about as well as the bitcoin ones.
February 8, 2024 at 1:22 AM
"If A.I. is a Taco Bell in a small college town...well then who is the weekend assistant night manager?"
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
1. This is funny
2. Your commitment to the obscure Vonnegut character bit is inspiring
2. Your commitment to the obscure Vonnegut character bit is inspiring
just learned that ‘argyle’ is apparently real movie and not some kind of super bowl promotional stunt spoofing a movie. absolutely stunned. who thought this was a good idea
February 8, 2024 at 2:52 AM
1. This is funny
2. Your commitment to the obscure Vonnegut character bit is inspiring
2. Your commitment to the obscure Vonnegut character bit is inspiring
From what I understand, no bets can be placed through 'X'--they incorporate BetMGM's odds into their platform and users would have to click a link to the site.
But it's still a weird move. As you mention, many users aren't old enough, and many more live in places where it's still not legal.
But it's still a weird move. As you mention, many users aren't old enough, and many more live in places where it's still not legal.
Genuine question. How is it legal to give users the ability to gamble and make sports bets directly from an app/site that allows users under the age of 21-yo? Don't people have to be 21-yo to gamble?
February 8, 2024 at 1:38 AM
From what I understand, no bets can be placed through 'X'--they incorporate BetMGM's odds into their platform and users would have to click a link to the site.
But it's still a weird move. As you mention, many users aren't old enough, and many more live in places where it's still not legal.
But it's still a weird move. As you mention, many users aren't old enough, and many more live in places where it's still not legal.
Very cool!
We can do better, but this is a step in the right direction.
We can do better, but this is a step in the right direction.
Super Bowl 2024 to be powered by Nevada desert solar farm, marking a historic green milestone
Super Bowl 2024 to be powered by Nevada desert solar farm, marking a historic green milestone
A vast solar farm with over 621,000 panels shimmer like a mirage but with the capability to power close to 60,000 residential customers—or one very big stadium.
www.cbsnews.com
February 8, 2024 at 1:30 AM
Very cool!
We can do better, but this is a step in the right direction.
We can do better, but this is a step in the right direction.
"If A.I. is a Taco Bell in a small college town...well then who is the weekend assistant night manager?"
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
Superbowl “AI” ads are going to age about as well as the bitcoin ones.
February 8, 2024 at 1:22 AM
"If A.I. is a Taco Bell in a small college town...well then who is the weekend assistant night manager?"
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
-Matthew McConaughey, probably
How could they possibly be kept in the dark? There are billions in broadcasting deals between them that extend well beyond the anticipated release of this streaming service.
Sources: NFL, NBA, and other sports leagues were kept in the dark about the sports streaming platform being launched by Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox (Wall Street Journal)
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February 7, 2024 at 11:52 PM
How could they possibly be kept in the dark? There are billions in broadcasting deals between them that extend well beyond the anticipated release of this streaming service.
Lol! Idk why people get so annoyed at this sudden influx of non-football people into the world of football, because posts like this make me smile.
Even if you learn literally nothing more about football, I welcome you with open arms.
Even if you learn literally nothing more about football, I welcome you with open arms.
February 7, 2024 at 11:46 PM
Lol! Idk why people get so annoyed at this sudden influx of non-football people into the world of football, because posts like this make me smile.
Even if you learn literally nothing more about football, I welcome you with open arms.
Even if you learn literally nothing more about football, I welcome you with open arms.
Once upon a time, Aaron Rodgers was the coolest cat around.
While other QBs went all rah-rah captain-of-the-team on us, Aaron was the laid-back Cali surfer telling us to R-E-L-A-X. He was the anti-hero QB.
Then, in a matter of DAYS, he exposed himself as the ridiculous conspiracist we know today.
While other QBs went all rah-rah captain-of-the-team on us, Aaron was the laid-back Cali surfer telling us to R-E-L-A-X. He was the anti-hero QB.
Then, in a matter of DAYS, he exposed himself as the ridiculous conspiracist we know today.
February 7, 2024 at 11:43 PM
Once upon a time, Aaron Rodgers was the coolest cat around.
While other QBs went all rah-rah captain-of-the-team on us, Aaron was the laid-back Cali surfer telling us to R-E-L-A-X. He was the anti-hero QB.
Then, in a matter of DAYS, he exposed himself as the ridiculous conspiracist we know today.
While other QBs went all rah-rah captain-of-the-team on us, Aaron was the laid-back Cali surfer telling us to R-E-L-A-X. He was the anti-hero QB.
Then, in a matter of DAYS, he exposed himself as the ridiculous conspiracist we know today.
People like Rodgers like to say, "I was taken out of context" when being held accountable for their words.
To be clear, the full context of what Rodgers said about this (and many other things) doesn't make the quote any better.
To be clear, the full context of what Rodgers said about this (and many other things) doesn't make the quote any better.
Aaron Rodgers appeared on "The Joe Rogan Experience" this week and said his quip about Jimmy Kimmel and Jeffrey Epstein was taken out of context.
Aaron Rodgers says he was taken out of context with Jimmy Kimmel-Jeffrey Epstein quip
Aaron Rodgers appeared on "The Joe Rogan Experience" this week and said his quip about Jimmy Kimmel and Jeffrey Epstein was taken out of context.
www.foxnews.com
February 7, 2024 at 11:18 PM
People like Rodgers like to say, "I was taken out of context" when being held accountable for their words.
To be clear, the full context of what Rodgers said about this (and many other things) doesn't make the quote any better.
To be clear, the full context of what Rodgers said about this (and many other things) doesn't make the quote any better.
6 authors I love:
Isaac Asimov
Kurt Vonnegut
Tom Robbins
Ray Bradbury
Claudia Gray
Roald Dahl
Isaac Asimov
Kurt Vonnegut
Tom Robbins
Ray Bradbury
Claudia Gray
Roald Dahl
Six authors I love:
Kurt Vonnegut
Larry Niven
Robert Jordan
Terry Pratchett
George R. R. Martin
Ross Thomas
Kurt Vonnegut
Larry Niven
Robert Jordan
Terry Pratchett
George R. R. Martin
Ross Thomas
Six authors I love:
William Gibson
Philip K Dick
Haruki Murakami
JG Ballard
China Mieville
Kurt Vonnegut
(No ranking implied)
William Gibson
Philip K Dick
Haruki Murakami
JG Ballard
China Mieville
Kurt Vonnegut
(No ranking implied)
February 7, 2024 at 11:12 PM
6 authors I love:
Isaac Asimov
Kurt Vonnegut
Tom Robbins
Ray Bradbury
Claudia Gray
Roald Dahl
Isaac Asimov
Kurt Vonnegut
Tom Robbins
Ray Bradbury
Claudia Gray
Roald Dahl
I'm sure if things keep trending the way they are, those entities will show up. They always do.
The question is whether or not they bring the riff-raff over with them.
The question is whether or not they bring the riff-raff over with them.
...and while I can see "cousin Fred' at least trying it, uncertain whether Taylor Swift, CNN, the Green Bay Packers, and other mainstream types "Fred" wants will join Bluesky.
February 7, 2024 at 11:07 PM
I'm sure if things keep trending the way they are, those entities will show up. They always do.
The question is whether or not they bring the riff-raff over with them.
The question is whether or not they bring the riff-raff over with them.
I can understand where this is coming from. However, Favre is the only true monster, here.
Rodgers is just...odd.
But Jordan Love is the literal embodiment of everything good and wholesome in this world.
Also Bart Starr (RIP) was like the NFLs favorite grandpa. Solid dude.
Rodgers is just...odd.
But Jordan Love is the literal embodiment of everything good and wholesome in this world.
Also Bart Starr (RIP) was like the NFLs favorite grandpa. Solid dude.
What is it with Green Bay Packers quarterbacks being despicable human beings?
Mississippi’s state auditor is demanding Brett Favre repay nearly $730,000 that was supposed to help some of the poorest people in the state
February 7, 2024 at 11:01 PM
I can understand where this is coming from. However, Favre is the only true monster, here.
Rodgers is just...odd.
But Jordan Love is the literal embodiment of everything good and wholesome in this world.
Also Bart Starr (RIP) was like the NFLs favorite grandpa. Solid dude.
Rodgers is just...odd.
But Jordan Love is the literal embodiment of everything good and wholesome in this world.
Also Bart Starr (RIP) was like the NFLs favorite grandpa. Solid dude.
Betting on sports can be a fun hobby, but shouldn't be anything more than that.
Sports are unpredictable--that's what makes them fun--but that's also why planning on making substantial money off of them is foolish.
Bet responsibly and NEVER chase your losses.
Sports are unpredictable--that's what makes them fun--but that's also why planning on making substantial money off of them is foolish.
Bet responsibly and NEVER chase your losses.
Tony Romo is one of the highest-paid sports broadcasters of all-time with a massive contract from CBS to call NFL games.
He is seeing a change in the NFL that has him worried and it has to do with gambling.
With an estimated $23.1 billion to be bet on the Super Bowl, there is no doubt that the...
He is seeing a change in the NFL that has him worried and it has to do with gambling.
With an estimated $23.1 billion to be bet on the Super Bowl, there is no doubt that the...
Social Media Is Destroying Tony Romo For His Controversial Comments About Gambling & The NFL
Tony Romo is one of the highest-paid sports broadcasters of all-time with a massive contract from CBS to call NFL games. He is seeing a...
nflspy.com
February 7, 2024 at 9:36 PM
Betting on sports can be a fun hobby, but shouldn't be anything more than that.
Sports are unpredictable--that's what makes them fun--but that's also why planning on making substantial money off of them is foolish.
Bet responsibly and NEVER chase your losses.
Sports are unpredictable--that's what makes them fun--but that's also why planning on making substantial money off of them is foolish.
Bet responsibly and NEVER chase your losses.
The Packers already have an insanely large following in Brazil for some reason.
Despite this technically being an Eagles home game, expect Green Bay to have the majority of the crowd on their side.
Despite this technically being an Eagles home game, expect Green Bay to have the majority of the crowd on their side.
February 7, 2024 at 7:54 PM
The Packers already have an insanely large following in Brazil for some reason.
Despite this technically being an Eagles home game, expect Green Bay to have the majority of the crowd on their side.
Despite this technically being an Eagles home game, expect Green Bay to have the majority of the crowd on their side.
For those who may not be familiar, Hank has been seen as a rising star in the industry for what feels like weeks now. Long overdue.
February 7, 2024 at 7:49 PM
For those who may not be familiar, Hank has been seen as a rising star in the industry for what feels like weeks now. Long overdue.
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Here's the thing: Taylor Swift is a genuinely thoughtful person. The fact that she'd be stealing the moment away from guys who've been waiting their whole lives for it is enough to make her refuse that kind of spectacle. Not a chance.
The speculation — and, at least in Canada, betting — has begun over whether Travis Kelce will get down on one knee and pull out a ring for Taylor Swift if the Kansas City Chiefs win on Super Bowl Sunday, a “I got one ring and now we need to add another” moment that would break the internet.
Will Travis Kelce propose to Taylor Swift if the Chiefs win the Super Bowl? He has the perfect reply
The speculation — and, at least in Canada, betting — has begun over whether Travis Kelce will get down on one knee and pull out...
nflspy.com
February 7, 2024 at 2:20 PM
Here's the thing: Taylor Swift is a genuinely thoughtful person. The fact that she'd be stealing the moment away from guys who've been waiting their whole lives for it is enough to make her refuse that kind of spectacle. Not a chance.
Don't forget Elwood!
February 7, 2024 at 7:44 PM
Don't forget Elwood!
This is how lots of Chargers fans feel and I don't blame them. He could've picked someone people are completely unfamiliar with and they would feel better because at least the unknown is exciting.
But bringing in Roman feels a lot like Rodgers bringing all of his veteran buddies to the Jets.
But bringing in Roman feels a lot like Rodgers bringing all of his veteran buddies to the Jets.
February 7, 2024 at 7:41 PM
This is how lots of Chargers fans feel and I don't blame them. He could've picked someone people are completely unfamiliar with and they would feel better because at least the unknown is exciting.
But bringing in Roman feels a lot like Rodgers bringing all of his veteran buddies to the Jets.
But bringing in Roman feels a lot like Rodgers bringing all of his veteran buddies to the Jets.
"Sorry, but this job is for a football head coach, so obviously we are looking for weak, mousy-looking fellas."
February 7, 2024 at 4:01 PM
"Sorry, but this job is for a football head coach, so obviously we are looking for weak, mousy-looking fellas."