TK Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Consider this a "heads up" for the newer guys here & a refresher for some of you older guys that may need it. We just recently had two different threads on the same thing because neither thread starter bothered to follow the Rules. First was "ADVICE FOR ROBERT GRIFFIN: Let Shanahan Go!" Then there was "Robert Griffin III Gives Himself New Nickname" Both of these threads violated a combination of several Rules: 7. Ensure the topic you wish to initiate a thread about hasn’t already been posted.We suggest newer members spend some time just reading the forums you're interested in, getting to know the board a bit, and definitely learn the rules, before starting new threads.If you are reporting Redskins "news" or "rumors" more than a few minutes old, please use the Search Feature or scan the first two pages of the forum before posting, to ensure the news hasn't already been posted and the topic discussed. If the ES Search Feature seems to be ineffective, usethis option. Multiple topics may be closed or merged and other penalties may be applied.This is a very large and active community, with sweeping media coverage and up-to-the-minute updates. More than likely, most news/information has already been posted and is the subject of discussion in existing threads. Most current and relevant topics usually have any number of variations active in threads at any given time. If you wish to discuss that topic, you are encouraged to do so in one of those existing threads.Violations of any thread-starting rule may cost your posting privileges. To remedy that circumstance,carefully and thoroughly read our rules and when you can figure out how you erredspecifically, PM a moderator to let them know. However, contacting Staff with questions about why you can't start threads or post in them after anything less than doing so may "fall on deaf ears."Years of experience has found this to be the most effective way to persuade members to actually (eventuality) read the rules on starting new threads and follow them as everyone agrees to do when they register on ES.8. Please use descriptive and accurate topic titles for your thread.Adherence to this rule assists visitors in utilizing discretion when selecting content to read. It serves to notify members if a particular topic has already been posted and discussed and potentially prevents multiple threads on the exact same topic. Be respectful of the fact that some people come to ExtremeSkins explicitly for latest Redskins news and content, without the editorializing of titles by members.10. Adhere to ES policies on using headlines/content from other websites to start a new thread or to add to an existing thread. When posting anything concerning news articles from outside sources or using any website as part of the topic please include a direct link (i.e., URL) to the original page/site. Paste the URL directly atop the post, above a small portion of the article's text (for example, the lead paragraph or a particular sentence or two). Such a practice provides credibility and attribution to the source of the information, and allows visitors the option to visit the respective websites. You are responsible for the content you post.If you are posting a published article from a news source, please title your thread in the following format: "SOURCE SHORTFORM: HEADLINE" (Ex. WP: Redskins Name Mike Shanahan New Head Coach). If the source is a blog or a chain e-mail, put "blog" or "chain e-mail" at the beginning of the thread title.Please see our copyright statement.If you're adding content from any website to an existing thread, do not post large sections of that content. Just post the link and a brief section that is relevant to the point the content is intended to support. You can see how when they BOTH failed to follow Rules 9 & 10, it lead to Rule 8 being tossed out the window for not only the second thread but this post in the second thread as well: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000366989/article/robert-griffin-iii-never-let-them-steal-your-joy Did anyone read the hatchet job Chris Wessling did on NFL.com? Here is the link to the article. It's astounding how a person could take a relatively benign interview with many positive things said and turn it into a hate piece. Here is the first sentence - It gets worse from there: Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III has gone next level in his quest for publicity, unveiling a new nickname on Monday. I also liked (sarcasm): Griffin proceeded to unfurl a pastiche of bromides, praising his new coaching staff, defensive leaders and offensive weapons in an epic display of dry-cleaned brainwashing. The link goskins10 here used was the SAME linked article that was used to start the other thread. So, with camp about to start up & increased web traffic we get here as the season approaches, help protect your posting priveledges by following a few simple, common sense Rules. Thanks in advance, Hail To the Redskins & **** DallAss! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Kaos Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 This is the equivalent of TK shining up the BAN HAMMER! Be afraid, be very afraid and pay attention! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conn Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 This is the equivalent of TK shining up the BAN HAMMER! Be afraid, be very afraid and pay attention! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinsmarydu Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 That's our black screen!!! Nooooooooooo.... (uh, that's a nice big hamma...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoudMouth12thMan Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 This feels eerily similar to my dad's belt popping to warn me that a whoopin' was a' comin'. Hey, at least there was a warning issued, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zazzaro703 Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 This is the equivalent of TK shining up the BAN HAMMER! Be afraid, be very afraid and pay attention! Not only the ban hammer, but replacing the worn out H-I T-H-E-R-E Keys on his keyboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voice_of_Reason Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Not only the ban hammer, but replacing the worn out H-I T-H-E-R-E Keys on his keyboard. He's even got 2 E keys to make life easier... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldysknzfn1 Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 This is why I don't start threads...LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK Posted July 24, 2014 Author Share Posted July 24, 2014 And here's 2 more examples to start the day off with. Ex-Redskin Fred Davis sought by D.C. police Gruden wants to transition from zone blocking running game to power running Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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