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PETITION
WE ARE SIGNING THE PETITION BELOW TO ASK THAT YOU GO BACK TO THE OLD SYSTEM OF FAN IQ. I UNDERSTAND THAT YOU HAVE TO EARN SOME INCOME, HOWEVER GO BACK TO THE OLD FORMAT AND LEAVE SOME OF THE THINGS YOU HAVE PUT IN, AS OPTIONAL & SEE IF THE PLAYERS WILL USE THEM. IF NOT, YOU NEED TO MAKE MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PRESENT SYSTEM, AND CHANGE THE RESPECT FORMAT AND QUIT ROBBING THEM FROM EVERYONE.

I ENCOURAGE THE PEOPLE WHO FEEL THE SAME AS I DO, TO SIGN THE FOLLOWING PETITION AND GIVE YOUR REASONS. I AM GOING TO GIVE IT ANOTHER WEEK, AND AS SAD AS IT MAKES ME,  PETITION Photo  IF THERE IS NO RESPONSE FROM MANAGEMENT, I'M OUT OF HERE.

THANKS

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#20 | 15 days ago

 I am sure I am in the minority, but I like this new Q. With that being said, I feel that there ARE some valid points that SuperStar123 and many others have. I mentioned this in another poll, but I am sure there can be a way to meet in the middle.

Correct me if I;m wrong, but in a nutshell, the major complaints are:
* Not enough Respects to give daily.
* Losing their Respects before they've used all 10. (Today is the first time this has happened to me.)
* Paying money for things like Virtual Currency and Fantasy games.

The latter is easily fixed... Use your given virtual currency to pay for fantasy games, and when you win, you gain more Q Bucks. (Hopefully you will win at times! lol!) Or.... simply don't spend your money. No one is expecting you to and you are not obligated in any way.

I know the mods have heard you (and me) saying the Respect thing isn't working out. But it has only been two days. I know most people don't like it already, but it really has NOT been that long! 

I apologize if I offend anyone, because that is not in my nature, but threatening to leave is not hurting the mods and it is not hurting the site. The only people who will be affected by you leaving are the ones who have become your friends. Personally, I feel that if you are good enough friends, you will find a way to connect outside of this site. May I remind everyone (please don't beat me, I am just trying to get a point across) that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past. So before anyone decides to leave, how about REALLY giving it a try? Changing your attitude might just change your perspective.

In no way do I have any problem with people voicing their concerns, but it appears the mods are aware of the issues, and some issues will be fixed.

I love my friends on here, and I have adjusted to the changes. No, I do not like all of it, but I also didn't like all of the things about Season 1, either. But I got used to it, just as I will get used to Season 2. One thing I appreciate is that when someone is impressed with a comment but their Respect is used up for the day, they personally address the person they want to Respect. And I, personally, have made friends simply because they replied favorably to one of my comments, as it broke the ice and opened up conversation.

Love your friends, and tolerate the site. For now... until it is tweaked as necessary. It is a personal decision if you feel the need to leave... but since there are a lot of friendships here, I think that outweighs any changes that have been made. Stick around and enjoy the bonds you have made.

And SuperStar... I may not agree with you, but I do respect your opinion... and I wanted to Respect your poll but I am out of Respect. But Jess tells us that will be fixed soon, and I believe her! 
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#1 | 15 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

 I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING TO STAY IF MANAGEMENT DOESN'T START RESPONDING TO THE MAJORITY OF THE COMMUNITIES CONCERNS. I HAVE MADE A LOT OF FRIENDS HERE, AND I'LL TAKE THEIR MEMORIES WITH ME, HOWEVER I AM NOT STAYING IF SOME CHANGES ARENT MADE AND MANAGEMENT STARTS COMMUNICATING WITH THE COMMUNITY'S CONCERNS!!!!

JIM 
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#2 | 15 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING TO STAY IF MANAGEMENT DOESN'T START RESPONDING TO THE MAJORITY OF THE COMMUNITIES CONCERNS. I HAVE MADE A LOT OF FRIENDS HERE, AND I'LL TAKE THEIR MEMORIES WITH ME, HOWEVER I AM NOT STAYING IF SOME CHANGES ARENT MADE AND MANAGEMENT STARTS COMMUNICATING WITH THE COMMUNITY'S CONCERNS!!!!

JIM 
If you really consider them to be "friends", then it's absolutely absurd that you would really leave the site about this. In the end, the site really hasn't changed THAT much. I think this is a bit of an overreaction. But that's just me.
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#3 | 15 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

(Edited by SuperStar123)
SuperStar123 wrote:
 I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING TO STAY IF MANAGEMENT DOESN'T START RESPONDING TO THE MAJORITY OF THE COMMUNITIES CONCERNS. I HAVE MADE A LOT OF FRIENDS HERE, AND I'LL TAKE THEIR MEMORIES WITH ME, HOWEVER I AM NOT STAYING IF SOME CHANGES ARENT MADE AND MANAGEMENT STARTS COMMUNICATING WITH THE COMMUNITY'S CONCERNS!!!!

JIM 
Pat, that is not what the Majority of the people are saying, and most of them are my friends, and we e-mail all the time!!! So they will go with me. Some of them have left already! :-(
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#4 | 15 days ago

 I know there was alot of hard work and good intentions done to RE-DO the "Q" into this Season2  and I can appreciate that. I for one have made many great friends on here through Season 1 by interacting in many different ways. Like one fairly new Qer stated Season 1 was less stress more enjoyable and competitive but now it seems more like work instead of fun play. I for one will never pay for anything on here. I hope the reason for the change wasn't just the ALMIGHTY DOLLAR. There also seemed to be more bickering,bitching and moaning going on in the polls just prior to Season 2 begining. You could cut the tension with a knife on here. You could also tell there were alot of the older Qers not taking part in polls due to this and some had left altogether. I hope that the Management of the Fan IQ get the message some of us are displeased and will respond to the numerous polls brought about by Season 2. Well thats my 2 cents worth. I also want all my friend Qers to know I Love them dearly and may God Bless them. 
                       Chipper   " Nick "                                           
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#5 | 15 days ago

 Funny and smart was much more better than this respect thing.
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#6 | 15 days ago

 Hi Jim! If you've noticed in the polls, people like myself, 100%injuryrate, Pat, guylake, and even Ty have been responding to questions and concerns. Is there something specific that you wanted to address that hasn't been answered that you've seen?

Regarding Respect: We are giving this a chance for various reasons. If we find that it doesn't work for everyone, we'll consider alternative options that will benefit the entire community; whether that be implementing some sort of hybrid system or raising Respect, or any other of the multitude of ideas that have come forward.

Also - regarding people losing their Respect when they haven't given out their total 10 - it's been investigated and it's being fixed right now.

If you have any questions, we're glad to help. I will say though, a lot of thought and work went into implementing a virtual currency that we could actually use for something other than bragging rights. I personally think it's going to be a lot more competitive and fun to bet on games against my friends, and I know that the Respect I get will actually mean something now.

Please know that suggestions are always encouraged, and we do listen. If you would like to make some suggestions, you're welcome to click "Contact Us" or even send me a message directly. :)
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#7 | 15 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

SuperStar123 wrote:
 I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING TO STAY IF MANAGEMENT DOESN'T START RESPONDING TO THE MAJORITY OF THE COMMUNITIES CONCERNS. I HAVE MADE A LOT OF FRIENDS HERE, AND I'LL TAKE THEIR MEMORIES WITH ME, HOWEVER I AM NOT STAYING IF SOME CHANGES ARENT MADE AND MANAGEMENT STARTS COMMUNICATING WITH THE COMMUNITY'S CONCERNS!!!!

JIM 
MISTAKE IN ABOVE.

Pat, that is not what the Majority of the people are saying, and most of them are my friends, and we e-mail all the time!!! So they will go with me. Some of them have left already! :-( Reply | You wrote it
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#8 | 15 days ago
bmcannon1 (+)

Pat wrote:
If you really consider them to be "friends", then it's absolutely absurd that you would really leave the site about this. In the end, the site really hasn't changed THAT much. I think this is a bit of an overreaction. But that's just me.
It's changed a lot. Im leaving it soon also just for this reason. I wonder how many people have already left the site becouse of the change? I dont know, im just asking. But count me in very very soon.
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#9 | 15 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

Cop4Cubs wrote:
I know there was alot of hard work and good intentions done to RE-DO the "Q" into this Season2  and I can appreciate that. I for one have made many great friends on here through Season 1 by interacting in many different ways. Like one fairly new Qer stated Season 1 was less stress more enjoyable and competitive but now it seems more like work instead of fun play. I for one will never pay for anything on here. I hope the reason for the change wasn't just the ALMIGHTY DOLLAR. There also seemed to be more bickering,bitching and moaning going on in the polls just prior to Season 2 begining. You could cut the tension with a knife on here. You could also tell there were alot of the older Qers not taking part in polls due to this and some had left altogether. I hope that the Management of the Fan IQ get the message some of us are displeased and will respond to the numerous polls brought about by Season 2. Well thats my 2 cents worth. I also want all my friend Qers to know I Love them dearly and may God Bless them. 
                       Chipper   " Nick "                                           
 RIGHT ON CHIPPER!!!! YOU ARE ONE OF THE FRIENDS THAT PAT WAS TALKING ABOUT AND I SEE NADAR ABOVE. I THINK A LOT OF PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS. I HAVE ANOTHER SITE THAT IS GREAT FUN AND DOESN'T CHARGE IF THIS DOESN'T WORK OUT, AND IT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR 3 OR 4 YEARS!    THANKS BUDDY!!! 

    
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#10 | 15 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

nader2009 wrote:
Funny and smart was much more better than this respect thing.
 YOU ARE RIGHT NADER AND YOU ARE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR PEOPLE ON HERE. OF COURSE I'M JEALOUS, BUT IT'S THE TRUTH!    

     
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#11 | 15 days ago
bmcannon1 (+)

SuperStar123 wrote:
 RIGHT ON CHIPPER!!!! YOU ARE ONE OF THE FRIENDS THAT PAT WAS TALKING ABOUT AND I SEE NADAR ABOVE. I THINK A LOT OF PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS. I HAVE ANOTHER SITE THAT IS GREAT FUN AND DOESN'T CHARGE IF THIS DOESN'T WORK OUT, AND IT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR 3 OR 4 YEARS!    THANKS BUDDY!!! 

    
I have been asking you that site name lol. I want to know it. It has GOT to better than this new thingy they have here. Was so mucher funner befor they changed it. WTF is this fantasy thing anyways? i think it's stupid. The respect  thing SUX. I already notice a lot of peaple gone. Im leaving it so please tell me the other site name. Thanks, Barton.
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#12 | 15 days ago

 Pat wrote:
If you really consider them to be "friends", then it's absolutely absurd that you would really leave the site about this. In the end, the site really hasn't changed THAT much. I think this is a bit of an overreaction. But that's just me.
I think it depends on what you use the site for.. If you look at it from a sports only view, no the site hasn't changed much at all, and actually has improved.. But there are 80 million places to get sports information, and the thing that made this site unique was it was more than that.  I can get your updates on sports news then answer a poll about spotted dick.  A lot of people that spend quite a bit of time on here do so in the locker room, and that's where you can see the negative side of the new format.  For me personally, I enjoy doing the pick em's and sports polls and messing around on the locker room polls and with the people in here..  Now, it's become very informal and structured, which may have been the intended purpose, but it's taken away a great deal of the social interaction and fun.
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#13 | 15 days ago

  Y not the Respect be break into - 10 smart 10 funny n 10bold...30 limited (as Management decided to keep a fixed range) and then offer some bucks to them as reward  who get most smart, funny n bold comments....this was just my idea shared to all.
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#14 | 15 days ago

 I think we should have the SAME EXACT FANIQ AS LAST TIME except keep the quick fantasy.
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#15 | 15 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

(Edited by SuperStar123)
 JESS,

I VALUE YOUR OPINIONS. AND I'M GLAD THAT YOU ARE INVESTIGATING THE RESPECT THING. I HAVE 7 LOST TODAY, I HAVE TOO MANY THINGS RIGHT NOW THAT I DON'T LIKE TO NAME THEM, BUT I RESPECT YOU AND ALWAYS HAVE. I APPRECIATE YOUR ANSWER.  I HAVE SEEN SOME OF YOUR ANSWERS IN OTHER POLLS. I'M JUST AFRAID THAT PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS RIGHT NOW. I KNOW THAT CORPORATE HAS TO MAKE MONEY TO RUN A SITE, HOWEVER I WISH THAT BEFORE YOU CHANGED EVERYTHING, YOU WOULD HAVE LET THE COMMUNITY HAVE HAD SOME INPUT. AS I PSYCHOLOGIST I KNOW IT'S VERY IMPORTANT THAT PEOPLE FEEL INVESTED IN THE COMMUNITY, AND SOMEBODY WITH A PSYC BACKGROUND ON YOUR STAFF SHOULD HAVE CONSIDERED THIS. 

THAT BEING SAID, YOU ARE MY FAVORITE PERSON ON STAFF, AND YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN ANYTHING BUT HELPFUL & RESPONSIVE TO ME, AND FUN WHILE YOU WERE DOING IT. I HOPE YOU TAKE A MAJOR ROLE IN THIS, BECAUSE I THINK YOU HAVE MORE OF THE CONFIDENCE OF THE COMMUNITY THAN THE REST OF STAFF. I AM NOT TRYING TO BE A TROUBLESOME HOWEVER I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN OUT SPOKEN WHERE I CONSIDER MY FRIENDS ALSO UNHAPPY! 

THANKS FOR YOU ANSWER!

JIM  
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#16 | 15 days ago

 Hey John.  Just to let you know, mods have no power to delete users.  All we can do is report bad  content to a higher power and that person makes the decision as to whether a suspension or deletion is warranted.

If a mod sends someone a note giving them a warning or letting them know that a suspension may be in place if an instance occurs again, that is usually what we are told should be said.  We don't take it upon ourselves to threaten people (or we shouldn't).

If you have any questions or concerns about anything, feel free to send me note.  (And Roll Tide  )
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#17 | 15 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 YOU ARE RIGHT NADER AND YOU ARE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR PEOPLE ON HERE. OF COURSE I'M JEALOUS, BUT IT'S THE TRUTH!    

     
You are not jealous or you should not be cause I just find out that no one respects me on this site,boo hoo.
You have much more respects than very few that I have,wink.
hahahahahahahaha
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#18 | 15 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

nader2009 wrote:
You are not jealous or you should not be cause I just find out that no one respects me on this site,boo hoo.
You have much more respects than very few that I have,wink.
hahahahahahahaha
ROTFWL... I LOVE YOU & YOUR HUMOR!!!   
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#19 | 15 days ago

 I'm not going anywhere. I like the new changes, for the most part. I think I'd like to have more respect to give. But the people who run this site have always made changes that worked and I've seen them listen to the users and I think that will happen this time too.
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#20 | 15 days ago

 I am sure I am in the minority, but I like this new Q. With that being said, I feel that there ARE some valid points that SuperStar123 and many others have. I mentioned this in another poll, but I am sure there can be a way to meet in the middle.

Correct me if I;m wrong, but in a nutshell, the major complaints are:
* Not enough Respects to give daily.
* Losing their Respects before they've used all 10. (Today is the first time this has happened to me.)
* Paying money for things like Virtual Currency and Fantasy games.

The latter is easily fixed... Use your given virtual currency to pay for fantasy games, and when you win, you gain more Q Bucks. (Hopefully you will win at times! lol!) Or.... simply don't spend your money. No one is expecting you to and you are not obligated in any way.

I know the mods have heard you (and me) saying the Respect thing isn't working out. But it has only been two days. I know most people don't like it already, but it really has NOT been that long! 

I apologize if I offend anyone, because that is not in my nature, but threatening to leave is not hurting the mods and it is not hurting the site. The only people who will be affected by you leaving are the ones who have become your friends. Personally, I feel that if you are good enough friends, you will find a way to connect outside of this site. May I remind everyone (please don't beat me, I am just trying to get a point across) that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past. So before anyone decides to leave, how about REALLY giving it a try? Changing your attitude might just change your perspective.

In no way do I have any problem with people voicing their concerns, but it appears the mods are aware of the issues, and some issues will be fixed.

I love my friends on here, and I have adjusted to the changes. No, I do not like all of it, but I also didn't like all of the things about Season 1, either. But I got used to it, just as I will get used to Season 2. One thing I appreciate is that when someone is impressed with a comment but their Respect is used up for the day, they personally address the person they want to Respect. And I, personally, have made friends simply because they replied favorably to one of my comments, as it broke the ice and opened up conversation.

Love your friends, and tolerate the site. For now... until it is tweaked as necessary. It is a personal decision if you feel the need to leave... but since there are a lot of friendships here, I think that outweighs any changes that have been made. Stick around and enjoy the bonds you have made.

And SuperStar... I may not agree with you, but I do respect your opinion... and I wanted to Respect your poll but I am out of Respect. But Jess tells us that will be fixed soon, and I believe her! 
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#21 | 15 days ago

 scottchappell wrote:
I think we should have the SAME EXACT FANIQ AS LAST TIME except keep the quick fantasy.
Seriously.  There are some changes to the site that I like, but for all that I am concerned about, it threw the old season's statistics out of the door.  I used to be in the top 400 and now its like all of the points, time, and memories have been basically thrown out the window.  Its sad.

Go back to the levels (except add more, maybe up to 50 or something that would take longer to get to) and make career stats the main focus.  It the Q wants to have stats for members rising the ranks fast, I am not opposed to that, but don't start us off at the beginning as if nothing we did last season mattered.
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#22 | 15 days ago

I REALLY ENJOYED THIS THE OLD WAY NOW ITS JUST NOT FUN ANYMORE!!!!!!!! AND DO YOU REALLY THINK THAT YOU CAN JUST GO ON ABOUT THIS, JUST BUCK THE POPULAR OPINIONS AND IGNORE THE FACT THAT IT WAS BETTER BEFORE! WELL THEN GO AHEAD AND KEEP IT THIS WAY AND SEE HOW MANY PEOPLE JUST UP AND CHECK OUT OF HERE!  BTY WE THE PEOPLE COULD ALWAYS START ARE OWN SITE! 

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#23 | 15 days ago

 ablesser88 wrote:
Seriously.  There are some changes to the site that I like, but for all that I am concerned about, it threw the old season's statistics out of the door.  I used to be in the top 400 and now its like all of the points, time, and memories have been basically thrown out the window.  Its sad.

Go back to the levels (except add more, maybe up to 50 or something that would take longer to get to) and make career stats the main focus.  It the Q wants to have stats for members rising the ranks fast, I am not opposed to that, but don't start us off at the beginning as if nothing we did last season mattered.
Ya cuz now all of the veterans of the site have nothing to show for it and all of these newbies can come on and take our ranks in like a day. I think we should have kept the same ranks from last time!!!
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#24 | 15 days ago

 Oh yeah Jim, you forgot to answer your own poll.  Answer it before you send it into management.
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#25 | 15 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 RIGHT ON CHIPPER!!!! YOU ARE ONE OF THE FRIENDS THAT PAT WAS TALKING ABOUT AND I SEE NADAR ABOVE. I THINK A LOT OF PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS. I HAVE ANOTHER SITE THAT IS GREAT FUN AND DOESN'T CHARGE IF THIS DOESN'T WORK OUT, AND IT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR 3 OR 4 YEARS!    THANKS BUDDY!!! 

    
whats the website???
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#26 | 15 days ago

 I'm not out of respect for the day, having been at work all day, however, Leslie, I gave you respect, AND I'm telling you personally I think your post was excellent.  As a moderator, we often hear first hand from the members how much they dislike or even hate something.  For every 20 complaints we receive, we might receive one "atta girl" or "WTG".  We do pass on your comments, and as Jess said, all of the feedback is being read and considered.  The site is always changing, and we aren't even close to finished with the Team Pages. 

Give us a chance!! As you said Leslie, there were things about Season 1 that we didn't care for, but we figured out how to cope, how to find ways around the parts we didn't like. 

I prefer to be positive, to look at the glass as half full, rather than half empty.  To those who aren't happy, I'm sure you'll find the site hasn't really changed all that much, and I'm sure you find your way around, and find the areas you love so much, you just have to give it a chance.
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#27 | 15 days ago

 The_Real_Stoney wrote:
I think it depends on what you use the site for.. If you look at it from a sports only view, no the site hasn't changed much at all, and actually has improved.. But there are 80 million places to get sports information, and the thing that made this site unique was it was more than that.  I can get your updates on sports news then answer a poll about spotted dick.  A lot of people that spend quite a bit of time on here do so in the locker room, and that's where you can see the negative side of the new format.  For me personally, I enjoy doing the pick em's and sports polls and messing around on the locker room polls and with the people in here..  Now, it's become very informal and structured, which may have been the intended purpose, but it's taken away a great deal of the social interaction and fun.



For my friend would like to give you eleventeen thumbs up
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#28 | 15 days ago

very good arguments on both sides of the issues.....now to see the response that the management gives in return,like all things it wont change overnight or even in a week, the game has to play itself out for at least a month, i  will say......and its only being a part of the communitity to at least stay and give it that long....i myself am having trouble with the fantasy game and wrote and reported my issues and recieved a return message in less than 20 minutes.....with how many members not everyone is going to be gaga about the site and the changes,but at least give it a decent chance to really give it a effort to correct the issues presented to them.......just my say!!!!

#29 | 15 days ago

 Jess wrote:
Hi Jim! If you've noticed in the polls, people like myself, 100%injuryrate, Pat, guylake, and even Ty have been responding to questions and concerns. Is there something specific that you wanted to address that hasn't been answered that you've seen?

Regarding Respect: We are giving this a chance for various reasons. If we find that it doesn't work for everyone, we'll consider alternative options that will benefit the entire community; whether that be implementing some sort of hybrid system or raising Respect, or any other of the multitude of ideas that have come forward.

Also - regarding people losing their Respect when they haven't given out their total 10 - it's been investigated and it's being fixed right now.

If you have any questions, we're glad to help. I will say though, a lot of thought and work went into implementing a virtual currency that we could actually use for something other than bragging rights. I personally think it's going to be a lot more competitive and fun to bet on games against my friends, and I know that the Respect I get will actually mean something now.

Please know that suggestions are always encouraged, and we do listen. If you would like to make some suggestions, you're welcome to click "Contact Us" or even send me a message directly. :)
Personally, I know that this is out of the hands of most of the active mods who read our complaints, so I know there is only so much you people can do, but this is how I see it from my point of view.

It's obvious, or should be to anyone, that these changes have all been made to implement the Q bucks, "buy virtual currency system". However, when introducing the element of inflation, into a system where there is none, the social makeup of the site, and those enjoying it will change.

The bottom line being that the quality of this site came from mutual respect, amongst readers. This respect was earned by their observations of your intelligence on matters, and by your profile, aka your digital history on the site. Now, this mutual respect is impossible to track, as the  "Q buck", is the tracking system, and all if you have to do now is whip out a credit card, which while adding to the wallets of those high up on the ladder here, reduces the quality of the interactions here for everyone else.

Don't get me wrong, I'm sure this will be financially successful in the long run (I have taken basic economics...), but it gives the social power to those who haven't earned it, and that will turn away those who have earned it.

Personally, I came here for the wit and banter displayed by those who honestly knew sports, and while those who are getting paid to do that will still be here, all those who aren't are going to vanish.
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#30 | 15 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
I am sure I am in the minority, but I like this new Q. With that being said, I feel that there ARE some valid points that SuperStar123 and many others have. I mentioned this in another poll, but I am sure there can be a way to meet in the middle.

Correct me if I;m wrong, but in a nutshell, the major complaints are:
* Not enough Respects to give daily.
* Losing their Respects before they've used all 10. (Today is the first time this has happened to me.)
* Paying money for things like Virtual Currency and Fantasy games.

The latter is easily fixed... Use your given virtual currency to pay for fantasy games, and when you win, you gain more Q Bucks. (Hopefully you will win at times! lol!) Or.... simply don't spend your money. No one is expecting you to and you are not obligated in any way.

I know the mods have heard you (and me) saying the Respect thing isn't working out. But it has only been two days. I know most people don't like it already, but it really has NOT been that long! 

I apologize if I offend anyone, because that is not in my nature, but threatening to leave is not hurting the mods and it is not hurting the site. The only people who will be affected by you leaving are the ones who have become your friends. Personally, I feel that if you are good enough friends, you will find a way to connect outside of this site. May I remind everyone (please don't beat me, I am just trying to get a point across) that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past. So before anyone decides to leave, how about REALLY giving it a try? Changing your attitude might just change your perspective.

In no way do I have any problem with people voicing their concerns, but it appears the mods are aware of the issues, and some issues will be fixed.

I love my friends on here, and I have adjusted to the changes. No, I do not like all of it, but I also didn't like all of the things about Season 1, either. But I got used to it, just as I will get used to Season 2. One thing I appreciate is that when someone is impressed with a comment but their Respect is used up for the day, they personally address the person they want to Respect. And I, personally, have made friends simply because they replied favorably to one of my comments, as it broke the ice and opened up conversation.

Love your friends, and tolerate the site. For now... until it is tweaked as necessary. It is a personal decision if you feel the need to leave... but since there are a lot of friendships here, I think that outweighs any changes that have been made. Stick around and enjoy the bonds you have made.

And SuperStar... I may not agree with you, but I do respect your opinion... and I wanted to Respect your poll but I am out of Respect. But Jess tells us that will be fixed soon, and I believe her! 
You got my 10th respect of the day Les, and I'm responding to your comment so I don't have to type all of that over again.

I want to add though, that anytime, anything changes in life, you'll have people bolt, or give up, or have a fit because they didn't get there way.   Don't be one of those people.  Have an open mind, try these things for awhile, make your legitimate concerns be heard, and have patience.  I know it takes more effort, but isn't it worth it, especially if the 'friends' you're all talking about are that important to you.

Guys, the stuff from season one is still here!  Quizzes and polls, predictions and blogs.  It's all still here.  Now there's another element, fantasy, ignore it if you don't want it, the rest is still here.  Sure your points are gone, but you still have team rankings, respect is new and exciting, and you can even send a beer to a friend.  All cool stuff.

So please, give it a chance.

And another thing, this website is loved by your mods too.  Holy cow you'd think they were the devils minions from reading some of the things written the last few weeks.  The mods love this site as much as you do, get frustrated with bugs like you do, and hate to see good people go as much as you do.  Give them a break, show them some encouragement and support, instead of all this hatred and ignorance.

I'm sticking around to see this site develop into the best interactive sports website on the web.  If you guys who are threatening to go want to leave, then leave.  But know that you'll be leaving before giving this thing a fair shake.  You'll be giving up on something you've contributed to for a long time after only a few hours of trying.  Look at this big picture folks.  It's clear that many of you are passionate about this place, so if you love it so much, stick it out, see it through, and be a part of the progress, not apart from it.

Peace!
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#31 | 15 days ago

 Don't Know What The Old Version Was like ...? 
But !  i Do Agree Some Changes Must be Made :o)
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#32 | 15 days ago

Everyone thinks it is not working, instead of asking for it to go back to where it was why not suggest how to make it better? As we all know the negative thoughts came before season 2 started. Everyone complaining about someone pqing their thoughts. As I see it the team of techs that work on this site are the ones that changed it because they were asked to. The Qers are the ones that asked for it.
It really has not begun, yet nobody actually giving it a chance. We all complained when the first changes went in, yet in the days to come we all learned our way around.
Sure I would love to have more respects, I come across so many more then 10 fantastic,  and comments. I think that as time goes on instead of everyone leaving,it would be great if everyone would just input some positive thoughts and suggestions. Maybe if instead of knocking the site we should participate with ideas.
However I would love to have the funny, smart, and maybe an  button. I did not care if someone gave me pq's really I just took those as someone did not like the fact I came up with a good response first! 

I would like to add though I am not leaving, I am sticking around I think in time if we all work together we can make this the best site around. If I do not care for a poll I always just answer to remove it, then move on. I try not to rain on someones parade because I do not agree.
Duplicate polls - sure you will have them not everyone has been here for as long as others.
Silly polls - sure they are fun and not for some. that is when you just go to the next one.
If there are not polls being made that you like jump in and add a few. I say stand together and make it work.
I really would hate for the locker room polls to disappear, as I enjoy them a lot! 

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#33 | 15 days ago

 huskerfan_ia wrote:
You got my 10th respect of the day Les, and I'm responding to your comment so I don't have to type all of that over again.

I want to add though, that anytime, anything changes in life, you'll have people bolt, or give up, or have a fit because they didn't get there way.   Don't be one of those people.  Have an open mind, try these things for awhile, make your legitimate concerns be heard, and have patience.  I know it takes more effort, but isn't it worth it, especially if the 'friends' you're all talking about are that important to you.

Guys, the stuff from season one is still here!  Quizzes and polls, predictions and blogs.  It's all still here.  Now there's another element, fantasy, ignore it if you don't want it, the rest is still here.  Sure your points are gone, but you still have team rankings, respect is new and exciting, and you can even send a beer to a friend.  All cool stuff.

So please, give it a chance.

And another thing, this website is loved by your mods too.  Holy cow you'd think they were the devils minions from reading some of the things written the last few weeks.  The mods love this site as much as you do, get frustrated with bugs like you do, and hate to see good people go as much as you do.  Give them a break, show them some encouragement and support, instead of all this hatred and ignorance.

I'm sticking around to see this site develop into the best interactive sports website on the web.  If you guys who are threatening to go want to leave, then leave.  But know that you'll be leaving before giving this thing a fair shake.  You'll be giving up on something you've contributed to for a long time after only a few hours of trying.  Look at this big picture folks.  It's clear that many of you are passionate about this place, so if you love it so much, stick it out, see it through, and be a part of the progress, not apart from it.

Peace!
Scott... I saved about 6 Respects from earlier and now they're gone... {{It bears repeating that that glitch is being fixed! Thanks for the info Jess!}} 

Your comment gets a Respect from me... I'll send one your way tomorrow!!

#34 | 15 days ago

 huskerfan_ia wrote:
You got my 10th respect of the day Les, and I'm responding to your comment so I don't have to type all of that over again.

I want to add though, that anytime, anything changes in life, you'll have people bolt, or give up, or have a fit because they didn't get there way.   Don't be one of those people.  Have an open mind, try these things for awhile, make your legitimate concerns be heard, and have patience.  I know it takes more effort, but isn't it worth it, especially if the 'friends' you're all talking about are that important to you.

Guys, the stuff from season one is still here!  Quizzes and polls, predictions and blogs.  It's all still here.  Now there's another element, fantasy, ignore it if you don't want it, the rest is still here.  Sure your points are gone, but you still have team rankings, respect is new and exciting, and you can even send a beer to a friend.  All cool stuff.

So please, give it a chance.

And another thing, this website is loved by your mods too.  Holy cow you'd think they were the devils minions from reading some of the things written the last few weeks.  The mods love this site as much as you do, get frustrated with bugs like you do, and hate to see good people go as much as you do.  Give them a break, show them some encouragement and support, instead of all this hatred and ignorance.

I'm sticking around to see this site develop into the best interactive sports website on the web.  If you guys who are threatening to go want to leave, then leave.  But know that you'll be leaving before giving this thing a fair shake.  You'll be giving up on something you've contributed to for a long time after only a few hours of trying.  Look at this big picture folks.  It's clear that many of you are passionate about this place, so if you love it so much, stick it out, see it through, and be a part of the progress, not apart from it.

Peace!
Well said and you just earned the first respect/thumbs up I have given out since about April.

#35 | 15 days ago

 arv3403 wrote:
Personally, I know that this is out of the hands of most of the active mods who read our complaints, so I know there is only so much you people can do, but this is how I see it from my point of view.

It's obvious, or should be to anyone, that these changes have all been made to implement the Q bucks, "buy virtual currency system". However, when introducing the element of inflation, into a system where there is none, the social makeup of the site, and those enjoying it will change.

The bottom line being that the quality of this site came from mutual respect, amongst readers. This respect was earned by their observations of your intelligence on matters, and by your profile, aka your digital history on the site. Now, this mutual respect is impossible to track, as the  "Q buck", is the tracking system, and all if you have to do now is whip out a credit card, which while adding to the wallets of those high up on the ladder here, reduces the quality of the interactions here for everyone else.

Don't get me wrong, I'm sure this will be financially successful in the long run (I have taken basic economics...), but it gives the social power to those who haven't earned it, and that will turn away those who have earned it.

Personally, I came here for the wit and banter displayed by those who honestly knew sports, and while those who are getting paid to do that will still be here, all those who aren't are going to vanish.
I guess I've been in hibernation since I jointed the site.I am way behind on all the stuff that is going on. I hope you will take the time to explain some of the "whipping out the credit card" business. I came here (when I joined and never came back) for the same reason you did..the people who have laughing eyes and enough knowledge of sports to keep me either mad or entertained. :-) Nomi

#36 | 15 days ago

 Thank you Lisa, very well said.  The PQ button wasn't being used as intended, so it went bye-bye.  The smart, funny and bold buttons were great, but many clicked on every single comment their best friend made, again, misusing the buttons.  The respect is meant to be used because you find a comment truly worthy.

And for the record, when all of you post these comments, and Jess reads them, she IS your liaison to the Powers that be,  That's exactly what the Community Manager does!! If you think no one is listening/reading, you're wrong.  Jess makes it her business to read all of these polls , most of which are negative.  She makes notes on your posts and takes them back to the Powers that be in their brainstorming meetings. 

Us moderators read as well, but we're volunteers and we're here to try to help you with site problems you might have.  We're seeing this for the first time as well, and getting used to it, just as you are.  The point is, please keep telling us how you feel, but if you see something you DO like, let us know that as well.  With only negative comments, it's sometimes hard to figure out if anything is making you happy.
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#37 | 15 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Well said and you just earned the first respect/thumbs up I have given out since about April.
Wow, thanks...
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#38 | 15 days ago

 huskerfan_ia wrote:
Wow, thanks...
Well I am a fan of the new respect system and only getting 10 a day means you really have to say/write something of the highest quality. That of which you did.

#39 | 15 days ago

 JrCanuckFan wrote:
Thank you Lisa, very well said.  The PQ button wasn't being used as intended, so it went bye-bye.  The smart, funny and bold buttons were great, but many clicked on every single comment their best friend made, again, misusing the buttons.  The respect is meant to be used because you find a comment truly worthy.

And for the record, when all of you post these comments, and Jess reads them, she IS your liaison to the Powers that be,  That's exactly what the Community Manager does!! If you think no one is listening/reading, you're wrong.  Jess makes it her business to read all of these polls , most of which are negative.  She makes notes on your posts and takes them back to the Powers that be in their brainstorming meetings. 

Us moderators read as well, but we're volunteers and we're here to try to help you with site problems you might have.  We're seeing this for the first time as well, and getting used to it, just as you are.  The point is, please keep telling us how you feel, but if you see something you DO like, let us know that as well.  With only negative comments, it's sometimes hard to figure out if anything is making you happy.
This was perfectly stated! (Sorry, no Respects left for the day... but you'd get one if I had it.)

The one thing I have to add is that the sheer number of repeat complaints is overwhelming. Like you said Debi, the comments are read and decisions will be made. Not much you can do in the meantime to make it move along any faster, so just try to enjoy the ride!

#40 | 15 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Well I am a fan of the new respect system and only getting 10 a day means you really have to say/write something of the highest quality. That of which you did.
I totally agree with this but I see more then 10 peoples comments and articles I respect. Not because they are friends, because they are worth reading, they have made me laugh or just because they are just pop spewing ridicules!
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#41 | 15 days ago

 blondie45044 wrote:
I totally agree with this but I see more then 10 peoples comments and articles I respect. Not because they are friends, because they are worth reading, they have made me laugh or just because they are just pop spewing ridicules!
This is true. I was the same way when we could give funny/smart/bold's though too.

I think after a while, everyone will start to figure out the 10 system and it will go over smoothly. Everyone is still in the mode of being able to give thumbs up to everything they liked in the least bit and it'll take some getting use to.

#42 | 15 days ago

 #1. I Miss The Global Rank. I Know Scott Was Quite Far Away, But It Was Something I Would Use To Dream Of, Err, Nevermind.
#2. I Now Don't Care About Things That Have No Regards To My Favorite Teams. I See No Point In It... I Think. Although I Am Still Doing Those Certain Things Since They Have Been My Routine, Daily!
#3. Locker Room Looks Irrelevant Now. I Haven't Been There Regularly For Some Time Now, Especially Since Fan Points Are No Longer In Use.
#4. For Some Reason, I Haven't Had Any "Q'ing" Done Since I'm Too Busy Searching The Site For Any Secret Passages, Bonus Mushrooms Or Something Of That Sort That We Could Collect For Extra Q Bucks.
#5. Good Luck With Season 2 Q'ers. Don't Knock It If You Don't Try It!
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#43 | 15 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
This is true. I was the same way when we could give funny/smart/bold's though too.

I think after a while, everyone will start to figure out the 10 system and it will go over smoothly. Everyone is still in the mode of being able to give thumbs up to everything they liked in the least bit and it'll take some getting use to.
On the first day, I rationed my Respects... even wasted one because I bumped the touchpad on my laptop accidentally... And even thought there were a lot of comments that made me chuckle or were good thinking, I used the Respects for the REALLY good stuff. And I can honestly say that I don't think I truly NEEDED anymore to give. (I will still stand by the suggestion that 20 would be better, but I'm not forcing the issue!)

#44 | 15 days ago

 Dream_Machine wrote:
#1. I Miss The Global Rank. I Know Scott Was Quite Far Away, But It Was Something I Would Use To Dream Of, Err, Nevermind.
#2. I Now Don't Care About Things That Have No Regards To My Favorite Teams. I See No Point In It... I Think. Although I Am Still Doing Those Certain Things Since They Have Been My Routine, Daily!
#3. Locker Room Looks Irrelevant Now. I Haven't Been There Regularly For Some Time Now, Especially Since Fan Points Are No Longer In Use.
#4. For Some Reason, I Haven't Had Any "Q'ing" Done Since I'm Too Busy Searching The Site For Any Secret Passages, Bonus Mushrooms Or Something Of That Sort That We Could Collect For Extra Q Bucks.
#5. Good Luck With Season 2 Q'ers. Don't Knock It If You Don't Try It!
Well in your profile on the side in the "My Game Stats" you can see your weekly ranking in Trivia, Polls, Pick'em, and Quizzes. 

Also I am fairly certain there will be awards for the top contributors each week.

#45 | 15 days ago

      For me what is mising is season II is the sense of accomplishment....I really enjoyed improving my rank, remember how excited i was when i finally made the top 1000, and the feeling that i had when i got into the top 100, I even got a "that's nice honey" from my wife for that milestone.....I'm sure we can all remember the feeling when we first came here and saw our rankings improve so fast and thought that this is really cool.....How many here can remember when we had a top comment and got our avatar on the front page for all to see? and the sense of pride and  accomplishment that brought. Now all that is gone......

     Q bucks are lame in my opinion, there are a thousand other sites where i can play fantasy game for cyber trophies, i don't have nor do i want a facebook page just so i can see the challanges for pretend bets....and the day that i spend real money for play money is just not gonna ever come.....throw a couple more ads on the pages, i don't care, they are easy to ignore......

     The thumbs up system may not have been ideal but at least i knew that someone had read my post, again a bit of recognition, the way it is now with little or no feedback there might be 100 people reading it or no one at all, impossible to tell......Even the pq's served a purpose, sure they were misused by some but it was also a way the community could police itself when someone was rude or crossed the line.....

     The new system may work out eventually, however i feel that it was not thought trough and what we have is a rushed, flawed system with way too many glitches. First impressions count for a lot and they are not all that good......We keep hearing that the changes are not done and more will be added. Maybe if they laid out what the eventual goals of the site were people would be more agreeable to the steps along the way....

     just my two cents.....Toejam 



   

     

    
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#46 | 15 days ago

 blondie45044 wrote:

Everyone thinks it is not working, instead of asking for it to go back to where it was why not suggest how to make it better? As we all know the negative thoughts came before season 2 started. Everyone complaining about someone pqing their thoughts. As I see it the team of techs that work on this site are the ones that changed it because they were asked to. The Qers are the ones that asked for it.
It really has not begun, yet nobody actually giving it a chance. We all complained when the first changes went in, yet in the days to come we all learned our way around.
Sure I would love to have more respects, I come across so many more then 10 fantastic,  and comments. I think that as time goes on instead of everyone leaving,it would be great if everyone would just input some positive thoughts and suggestions. Maybe if instead of knocking the site we should participate with ideas.
However I would love to have the funny, smart, and maybe an  button. I did not care if someone gave me pq's really I just took those as someone did not like the fact I came up with a good response first! 

I would like to add though I am not leaving, I am sticking around I think in time if we all work together we can make this the best site around. If I do not care for a poll I always just answer to remove it, then move on. I try not to rain on someones parade because I do not agree.
Duplicate polls - sure you will have them not everyone has been here for as long as others.
Silly polls - sure they are fun and not for some. that is when you just go to the next one.
If there are not polls being made that you like jump in and add a few. I say stand together and make it work.
I really would hate for the locker room polls to disappear, as I enjoy them a lot! 

I haven't been here long enough to get usest to the old way so going to try this one. enjoy the site. would like to see it get easier to find people with like intrest. biondie you rock go girl!!!!!!!!!!

#47 | 15 days ago

 Hi John -
Your friend who was deleted for selling his product; I'm not required to reopen anyone's account who gets removed. When I offered to reopen his account, I did so because I wanted to give him a second chance.

I feel I need to clarify a few things. In cases which people violate the Terms of Use and/or the Code of Conduct, they are subject to account removal without warning or explanation. That is stated in both documents. Most of the time a warning is sent to a user for breaking the rules (several, in the past, before the new code of conduct was implemented) before removal. In cases where someone was selling their product; we have a lot of spam on this site and it is removed immediately.

When people join the site they agree to follow the rules. If those rules aren't followed, they risk removal from the site. I'm not sure exactly what's unfair about that. The rules are clear.

As for you being in the top 1,000; you removed your account before the end of Season One, which would have been fine had you come back before the end of the season. However, you didn't come back until Season Two was implemented. Since you were not a member of the site at the moment of the change, your information did not carry over. If you sent me a message about it I haven't seen it yet (I've been online, but I haven't seen some of my messages yet); my apologies.
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#48 | 15 days ago

 I am gladly signing your petition, as I said in another poll how do you limit us on thumbs? How do I tell someone that I thought thier comment mattered and someone else's didn't. I believer this is wrong. and I also will be leaving the Q. This may not matter to the people who own this place but it matters to me. I have enjoyed my stay here. But if I am restricted to picking 10 comments a day it is not what I thought it was.
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#49 | 15 days ago

 well i was here for season 1 i liked it alot. the change for season 2 i'm trying to get use to it. sometimes you have tweaked things to get it right. just leaving without trying it and making suggestions to tweak it is going overboard. there are some things i like and don't like but i'm gathering my info each day. it hasn't been a week yet give it a try.

#50 | 15 days ago

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stick around and make some changes QUITTERS never do anything

#51 | 15 days ago

 I am not doing the poll because I like some of the old and some of the new. show me a better site out there. some people would complain if you hung em with a new rope. lol

#52 | 15 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Well in your profile on the side in the "My Game Stats" you can see your weekly ranking in Trivia, Polls, Pick'em, and Quizzes. 

Also I am fairly certain there will be awards for the top contributors each week.
Career Rank Also Be In There Or It Would Clear Out At The end Of The Week?
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#53 | 15 days ago

 I'll give it a chance and eventually get used to it. Just like I have with all of the other changes that taken place over the years. And believe me, there have been many changes.
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#54 | 14 days ago

 Lobotomy Jones wrote:
I'll give it a chance and eventually get used to it. Just like I have with all of the other changes that taken place over the years. And believe me, there have been many changes.
we need to turn this around negativity brings everbody down I came here to have FUN lets get it going in the right direction
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#55 | 14 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 RIGHT ON CHIPPER!!!! YOU ARE ONE OF THE FRIENDS THAT PAT WAS TALKING ABOUT AND I SEE NADAR ABOVE. I THINK A LOT OF PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS. I HAVE ANOTHER SITE THAT IS GREAT FUN AND DOESN'T CHARGE IF THIS DOESN'T WORK OUT, AND IT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR 3 OR 4 YEARS!    THANKS BUDDY!!! 

    
Big Jim I would give you a smart or thumbs up but ................ you know !!!
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#56 | 14 days ago

 Cop4Cubs wrote:
Big Jim I would give you a smart or thumbs up but ................ you know !!!
DAMMMMMMMIT!!! Another accidental accolade!!

((Sorry Chipper... and HEY!! I thought you were leaving yesterday!!))

#57 | 14 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
This was perfectly stated! (Sorry, no Respects left for the day... but you'd get one if I had it.)

The one thing I have to add is that the sheer number of repeat complaints is overwhelming. Like you said Debi, the comments are read and decisions will be made. Not much you can do in the meantime to make it move along any faster, so just try to enjoy the ride!
 If you keep making so much sense, I'm going to burn through my respects in one poll.
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#58 | 14 days ago

 I have a question! Are the Moderators goin to be all positive or are they on a short leash? Not everyone of them can be happy with the changes!
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#59 | 14 days ago

 Hiawatha wrote:
 If you keep making so much sense, I'm going to burn through my respects in one poll.
I appreciate that.... and you've earned one from me!

#60 | 14 days ago

 THANK YOU SO MUCH. I wanted a poll in order to discuss this. I thought it was going to be from Jess asking if we liked it. I HAT the fact that we have limited respects. There are so many smart people on the Q that it's so hard! Fan IQ freezes my computer when I get on, too, and I can't make a poll since the computer freezes up.
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#61 | 14 days ago

  As a moderator, I speak for myself.  I like the changes.  No one has me on a short leash, nor will they ever.  My personality is way too big to accept a short leash from anyone.
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#62 | 14 days ago

 bmcannon1 wrote:
It's changed a lot. Im leaving it soon also just for this reason. I wonder how many people have already left the site becouse of the change? I dont know, im just asking. But count me in very very soon.
I think the Q is literally falling apart.

I want the point system back and I want smart and funny back and I want the site not to run so slowly. Im fine with the betting, but I like having a rank, and tring to get to the top 1000. I assure you though I was thinking of leaving I will stay with the Q until I die even though I HATE the changes.
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#63 | 14 days ago

 When i first came to the site, i was only doing trivia and i liked how my points kept increasing  and i would come back when i didn't have anything else to do just to get a few  more points.  I just liked the idea that i was improving.  that's all the points meant to me and  still does.    Then i found  the quizzes and that just added to the excitement.   Finally i found the locker  room and i was hooked.  I had never found a place on the Internet in about 10 yrs of being on here  that had so many smart and witty people in one place.  Well most are gone now.    This is three nights i have set here and done the polls with my heart breaking.  Something major has been lost here and i for one am grieving.   Maybe the powers that be don't understand there are alot of sports fans who don't gamble  whether with real or fake money.   Buying gifts for other fans?   what the heck does that have to do with sports or the camaraderie of the locker room?  I don't like the word "respect" to give for something i find funny or smart.   I hate to leave a site i loved so much but i am signing this petition.    Tell us fast when you are going to change it back, i will never like this.
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#64 | 14 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
DAMMMMMMMIT!!! Another accidental accolade!!

((Sorry Chipper... and HEY!! I thought you were leaving yesterday!!))

 LJ,  I would never leave without saying goodbye to my favorite "Squeelers" Fan !! ahahaha

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#65 | 14 days ago

 Cop4Cubs wrote:

 LJ,  I would never leave without saying goodbye to my favorite "Squeelers" Fan !! ahahaha

But you DID say goodbye yesterday.... didn't you???
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#66 | 14 days ago

 aos035 wrote:
THANK YOU SO MUCH. I wanted a poll in order to discuss this. I thought it was going to be from Jess asking if we liked it. I HAT the fact that we have limited respects. There are so many smart people on the Q that it's so hard! Fan IQ freezes my computer when I get on, too, and I can't make a poll since the computer freezes up.
I was going to make a poll, but by the time the change went through, there were already about three on the subject, so I didn't feel the need to make a duplicate. I'm keeping an eye on all of these :)
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#67 | 14 days ago

  I understand what your point but now we have to settle with it an as there is no trophy for smart or funny except bucks as reward so I hv suggested it,  just to give some interest to members n friends who are placing their views n ideas....at least there will be something to get on providing intelligent ideas. 

#68 | 14 days ago

 weldwater wrote:
I have a question! Are the Moderators goin to be all positive or are they on a short leash? Not everyone of them can be happy with the changes!
We actually encourage our moderators to speak their minds about changes on the site.

I'm not sure if I've already mentioned in this poll, because I've said it all over and I'm losing track - but the Respect thing will be revisited if, after given a chance, it doesn't seem to be working. Whether that means the limit will be raised or another type of system will be added/mixed in/etc. I don't know. But, it will be discussed and if needed, there will be a solution.

Also, good news - the fix has been pushed through for the Respect that has been disappearing. Everyone having this problem - please let me know if you are still losing respect for some reason.
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#69 | 14 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
But you DID say goodbye yesterday.... didn't you???
Heck I cant keep track heads spinning.. Oh thanks I think for the inadverdent respect. :(
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#70 | 14 days ago
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Superstar123 I am with you on this, I am not feeling FacebookIQ. I admittedly haven't had a lot of time since the slow death of the Q started. But what little time I have spent here is not enjoyable anymore. I am going to spend as much time as possible this weekend on the Q, trying to let it grow on me like a fungus. But I have to say, unless something happens quick, I will not be here much longer.
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#71 | 14 days ago

 Was that a jab at Pat?
But of course you are right. When 100% and Pat feature articles of course they have to be a tad biased. But they are both incredible writers and pro-Steelers articles have been featured,  which makes the discrimination argument pretty difficult. Plus, anti- Dallas Cowboy articles that really aren't that great are posted because they are anti dalllas Cowboy {I enjoy these articles, but it's still unfair}. I think we need to:

1. Discuss the problems at hand and talk about it directily with the mods instead of just complaining and never adressing it.

2. Have more faith that the problems will be solved. We have great moderators, and I'm sure they'll change the bad parts.

3. Go Cowboys!
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#72 | 14 days ago

 Are we playing guess who?
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#73 | 14 days ago

 there are three kinds of people on the  Q  complainers,ass kissers, and people who really care about this site. Which one are you?? I don't like the changes anymore than most.But it is inevitable that these changes will stand.Because we are just names,If you choose to leave its your choice.Do you think they care??For every person who leaves they get five more people joining who know nothing about how the Q was formatted. As for losing your friends?? If they are true friends they will stay in contact with you. I didn't have the opportunity to know mooser but from what i have heard they seem to be very down to earth.For someone to say"that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past" moved on??
This person sounds like they are taking out the garbage. You can never have enough friends for what ever reason.But just because they left you don't make it seem like oh well moving on.As if they never existed.Stoning is too good for this person. I myself would not waste the fricken rocks.Bottomline FanIQ is doing a money grab.I have seen it on many sites.They introduce you to the site,then you get addicted,and once you get comfortable they hit you with some kind of payment.WHY WOULD I PAY 30 DOLLARS OR EVEN 5 DOLLARS FOR Q BUCKS??so i can buy imaginary stuff??You have to ask yourself what are you really getting for your money??
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#74 | 14 days ago

 you seem to be all over this B.S if you are a true friend you will stay if your friends are important to you.your only concern is the fact that they are implementing the virtual buck.you must be of the upper echalon in here. I don't give a rats ass what you think.You definately have alterior motives or you would not be talkng through your ass. Give it up cowboy the jig is up.
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#75 | 14 days ago

  My stand, is I will wait for some more weeks, if the administration is hellbent on the respect issue and rationing it like the war times for games and persons, and the responders have to be stingy in even respecting each other, well, wait can no be eternal., only hopes .

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#76 | 14 days ago

 Cop4Cubs wrote:
Big Jim I would give you a smart or thumbs up but ................ you know !!!
Man you better dont think about leaving as I am not thinking about it.
I know some just love me to quit but I am not going to make them happy and my friends sad.
Some time ago in a poll mojorisin says please noone quits I cant take it,If just for this comment I wont leave.
I treasure friendship and I had find the best friends ever here and I am not going to leave them.
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#77 | 14 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING TO STAY IF MANAGEMENT DOESN'T START RESPONDING TO THE MAJORITY OF THE COMMUNITIES CONCERNS. I HAVE MADE A LOT OF FRIENDS HERE, AND I'LL TAKE THEIR MEMORIES WITH ME, HOWEVER I AM NOT STAYING IF SOME CHANGES ARENT MADE AND MANAGEMENT STARTS COMMUNICATING WITH THE COMMUNITY'S CONCERNS!!!!

JIM 
JIMBO you great and much worthy friend  of mine.let me tell you something
All these complains are like some childish cries.we have lost something that we loved and now to have it back we are crying like childs.I accept that season 2 is not perfect and much far from perfection but maybe with some changes it can be better.
Please dont speak about leaving,boo hoo,see some more childish cries,wink.
I think respect is not working,funny and smart was better.
I like to see my followers and my page visitors.
Who says the changes was not much?
All my pages has changed and I am lost even if I want to change my totd.
And what is this fantasy game?
I think the site should had prepared us for such a great change.
Season 2 was a great shock for me and not at all what I was looking for.
If there is only respects and bucks what will happen to points that we get from trivia and quizzes?
No more awards for them?just weekly ranks?no not enough.not enough motivation to do quizzes or trivia anymore.
For instance I dont play quizzes or trivia that much to be in weekly ranks but in the season 1
I got the points for them and that was all that I want.
I appreciate the hard work of faniq team and just hope to have a beter place to continue what we had in season 1.
BTW/what will be season three?wink.lol.
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#78 | 14 days ago

 This site has changed so much since I joined - I can't remember the original site design or logo BUT as long as you don't bring
 I'll be here... changes are fun
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#79 | 14 days ago

 are u an indian
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#80 | 14 days ago

 I agree that there are not enough "respects" and I lost some because I didnt use them.  I am not leaving the site or threatening to do so because of the changes.  I was not happy the first time I saw changes because I was still new and the things that I had come understand and use changed and I couldnt find them.  But once I asked Jess how to find things again, I was ok.

This is hardly the time in the world to say you dont like change.  Because if it wasnt for change we wouldnt have the things we do now.  IE- THE INTERNET, online Poker, YOUTUBE.com, etc. 

So If you are leaving without thinking of the friends you are leaving behind, SO BE IT!

Its been fun, its been real.  Have a good one.
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#81 | 14 days ago

  i need a drink
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#82 | 14 days ago

 Yes I'll sign the petition. It is for sure they have all the answeres of both season one and season two that the people will work with so there is something we can all enjoy to do. If they are REALLY listening to us (management) they can read exactly what we all want.  I would like the address of other places you are all going to go, it hurts when you start to loose your friends.

#83 | 14 days ago
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Cop4Cubs wrote:
Big Jim I would give you a smart or thumbs up but ................ you know !!!
 ROTFWL 
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#84 | 14 days ago
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JrCanuckFan wrote:
Thank you Lisa, very well said.  The PQ button wasn't being used as intended, so it went bye-bye.  The smart, funny and bold buttons were great, but many clicked on every single comment their best friend made, again, misusing the buttons.  The respect is meant to be used because you find a comment truly worthy.

And for the record, when all of you post these comments, and Jess reads them, she IS your liaison to the Powers that be,  That's exactly what the Community Manager does!! If you think no one is listening/reading, you're wrong.  Jess makes it her business to read all of these polls , most of which are negative.  She makes notes on your posts and takes them back to the Powers that be in their brainstorming meetings. 

Us moderators read as well, but we're volunteers and we're here to try to help you with site problems you might have.  We're seeing this for the first time as well, and getting used to it, just as you are.  The point is, please keep telling us how you feel, but if you see something you DO like, let us know that as well.  With only negative comments, it's sometimes hard to figure out if anything is making you happy.
 Debbie,

No disrespect meant to you or any or the mods or for that matter to the Fan IQ Team either! Just being vocal as usual!!!!  

Hugs Jim 
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#85 | 14 days ago
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Jess wrote:
I was going to make a poll, but by the time the change went through, there were already about three on the subject, so I didn't feel the need to make a duplicate. I'm keeping an eye on all of these :)
 SORRY FOR KEEPING YOU JUMPING SO MUCH JESS. YOU KNOW I LOVE YOU!!! 
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#86 | 14 days ago
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Cop4Cubs wrote:
Heck I cant keep track heads spinning.. Oh thanks I think for the inadverdent respect. :(
 ROTFWL!!!!
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#87 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 RIGHT ON CHIPPER!!!! YOU ARE ONE OF THE FRIENDS THAT PAT WAS TALKING ABOUT AND I SEE NADAR ABOVE. I THINK A LOT OF PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS. I HAVE ANOTHER SITE THAT IS GREAT FUN AND DOESN'T CHARGE IF THIS DOESN'T WORK OUT, AND IT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR 3 OR 4 YEARS!    THANKS BUDDY!!! 

    
ROTFWL!!!
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#88 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 RIGHT ON CHIPPER!!!! YOU ARE ONE OF THE FRIENDS THAT PAT WAS TALKING ABOUT AND I SEE NADAR ABOVE. I THINK A LOT OF PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS. I HAVE ANOTHER SITE THAT IS GREAT FUN AND DOESN'T CHARGE IF THIS DOESN'T WORK OUT, AND IT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR 3 OR 4 YEARS!    THANKS BUDDY!!! 

    
EL CHEAPO!!! I GAVE YOU ONE, BEFORE THEY DISAPPEAR! LOL!
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#89 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING TO STAY IF MANAGEMENT DOESN'T START RESPONDING TO THE MAJORITY OF THE COMMUNITIES CONCERNS. I HAVE MADE A LOT OF FRIENDS HERE, AND I'LL TAKE THEIR MEMORIES WITH ME, HOWEVER I AM NOT STAYING IF SOME CHANGES ARENT MADE AND MANAGEMENT STARTS COMMUNICATING WITH THE COMMUNITY'S CONCERNS!!!!

JIM 
I GAVE MY GREAT FRIEND A RESPECT FOR THIS, BEFORE I LOSE THEM!!!! LMAO!!!
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#90 | 14 days ago

 I guess I'll add my two cents in.

I've been here almost since the beginning. A fantasy game has been requested many, many times. At some point, we'll be able to wager real money as you can see. The Q Bucks system exists so you can still play the game without playing for actual money. If you don't want to pay for Q Bucks, you don't have to, as certainly no one is making you. I, for one, have intention of doing so. The gift thing to me seems like a fun, fairly innocuous thing to do, an addition to the fan actions. Not really sure it's worth getting bent out of shape about.

Also, the features of Season One are still here. The polls are still here. Trivia is still here. Quizzes are still here. The Locker Room is still here. The sports content is still here (and will hopefully be even better soon when the Team Pages get ramped up). Yes, fantasy is being heavily hyped now, but it's new and a big part of the future of this site, so that's to be expected.

The ranking thing: Think of this way. This is an entirely new season. When a new sports season stars, the stats are set back to zero. That's what happened here. Now someone else has a chance to be #1 (although I still have my money on Scott). Rankings are still being accumulated for quizzes, trivia, and pick 'em. I'll suggest now that in a few weeks, after we've had time to accumulate, that the rankings be more visible again.

Finally, the respect thing can be changed, after, as Jess has said multiple times, it is given a full trial run. Less than a week doesn't constitute a full trial run. I personally like because in the old system, the way to the top comment somewhere was posting early and/or being the most popular poster, regardless of what was actually said. Maybe as a continuation of the respect thing, number of top comments in season two can be tracked and ranked as well.

In the end though, please understand that this has been worked on for a long time. It's not going away. It can be tweaked based on (respectful) member feedback, and I'm sure it will, but the new system isn't going away.
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#91 | 14 days ago

 Hill56Billy wrote:
stick around and make some changes QUITTERS never do anything
I stuck around when things first started to go down hill. I made suggestions, comments, ideas, contributions etc. And what happened? It got worse.

It is now a waste of time to submit trivia questions, because there are no rewards for them now. Since season2 started I have not received a single point, thumbs up, or respect for any of my questions (Which I regularily did before).

I shall wait another week, then I too will be gone...................................
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#92 | 14 days ago

 gearhead wrote:
I guess I'll add my two cents in.

I've been here almost since the beginning. A fantasy game has been requested many, many times. At some point, we'll be able to wager real money as you can see. The Q Bucks system exists so you can still play the game without playing for actual money. If you don't want to pay for Q Bucks, you don't have to, as certainly no one is making you. I, for one, have intention of doing so. The gift thing to me seems like a fun, fairly innocuous thing to do, an addition to the fan actions. Not really sure it's worth getting bent out of shape about.

Also, the features of Season One are still here. The polls are still here. Trivia is still here. Quizzes are still here. The Locker Room is still here. The sports content is still here (and will hopefully be even better soon when the Team Pages get ramped up). Yes, fantasy is being heavily hyped now, but it's new and a big part of the future of this site, so that's to be expected.

The ranking thing: Think of this way. This is an entirely new season. When a new sports season stars, the stats are set back to zero. That's what happened here. Now someone else has a chance to be #1 (although I still have my money on Scott). Rankings are still being accumulated for quizzes, trivia, and pick 'em. I'll suggest now that in a few weeks, after we've had time to accumulate, that the rankings be more visible again.

Finally, the respect thing can be changed, after, as Jess has said multiple times, it is given a full trial run. Less than a week doesn't constitute a full trial run. I personally like because in the old system, the way to the top comment somewhere was posting early and/or being the most popular poster, regardless of what was actually said. Maybe as a continuation of the respect thing, number of top comments in season two can be tracked and ranked as well.

In the end though, please understand that this has been worked on for a long time. It's not going away. It can be tweaked based on (respectful) member feedback, and I'm sure it will, but the new system isn't going away.
The old stuff might still be there, but it still has the old problems too.

Trivia still has the same problems. No comments are allowed anymore. And no thumbs up either.

Sports are still there, but the main ones are still those that only interest the USA, where are the other important international sports?

The ranking system doesn´t tell me where I am overall, or at least I can´t find it. I was so proud to be in the top 200 in season one, so where am I now???

As for gifts and qbucks, well I have no interest in them, but I won´t knock them either as some people will have fun with it, so thats ok by me.

Anyway, thats enough ranting from this "grumpy old man"
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#93 | 14 days ago

 Pat wrote:
If you really consider them to be "friends", then it's absolutely absurd that you would really leave the site about this. In the end, the site really hasn't changed THAT much. I think this is a bit of an overreaction. But that's just me.
you always that about anyone that has a comment or complain out something on here but heck thats nothing new with any of the mobs  but  thats how i feel  they took a great site and turned it crap all for money  WHY DID THEY EVEN ASKED US WHAT WE LIKED OR WANTED CHANGE  and hell went the total other way  its so not fun any more  and thats just a shame i just say thats how i feel
by the way great poll and friend if you do leave will miss you do not blame you i not loging in that much anymore most only when i know my friends are all on  now
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#94 | 14 days ago

 I'm with you all the way Jimbo! I don't care about the money thing, No one is forcing me to pay. I don't like the Respect thing at all. Why only 10. That is stupid! No one can answer why there is a limit on that....The only thing I heard is they are giving out to frequently and they dont mean much. TO WHO????? NOT TO ME IT ALL MEANT SOMEHTING! 
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#95 | 14 days ago

 bmcannon1 wrote:
I have been asking you that site name lol. I want to know it. It has GOT to better than this new thingy they have here. Was so mucher funner befor they changed it. WTF is this fantasy thing anyways? i think it's stupid. The respect  thing SUX. I already notice a lot of peaple gone. Im leaving it so please tell me the other site name. Thanks, Barton.
CRAP I accidentally gave a RESPECT . That part I don't like if you click wrong BAM 2 of my Respects went to comments I didn't mean to do.

I don't know that it was mucher funner. I don't see alot of people leaving. Some people left before "Season 2" and the Mods worked very hard, for free, for many days/weeks to work on this and they are getting no RESPECT for all the time and effort they put into this free site.

I think we all owe them the RESPECT they deserve.
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#96 | 14 days ago

 Well, my humble opinion, I really don't like this new change.  I am not in buying anything.  I'd send gifts, but don't have much.  Actually, I am not playing much either, but quizzes and predictions perhaps.  And running out of respects is annoying.  Then I have to be more selective who I give respects to the people I like and communicated with through out almost a year since I joined FanIQ!  My anniversary is coming up by end of this month.  I think getting 1.4 million was pretty good for a starter, and passing many good players along the way was fun. And hard to beat was the topping of the cake.  I will hang on for a while, but if things don't change, I will find interesting web sites to join.  I am sure there are many good sites out there, but this  FanIQ was my favorite am learning about sports and watching them too.  Thanks, my dear friend...Jimbo for a quick action. We, as a majority members should be honored for what we think is the best way to play. Our vote should be considered valid reason to come to terms to fix it the way we liked to play.  The old way, I see it all in one page.  I knew who has how many points ahead of me and who is behind me.....was pretty neat.  I will keep my ears open.  Unfortunately, am not playing much now. 
Nastasia  
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#97 | 14 days ago

I would prefer the 'dreaded ads' any day rather than this totally messed up excuse being called season 2! I have contended with ads on newspaper websites for years, and it is far less annoying than these changes!

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#98 | 14 days ago
To address more than one person at once, people who were deleted from the site knew they were pushing the envelope and decided not to obey the rules after MANY MANY warnings, so it should not have been a surprise to them when they discovered their account was deleted, they had to pay the consequences.  As far as trivia goes, as we've said before, the reason you can no longer comment on trivia is because of the many vulgar comments that were made, and the fact that mods had to "stumble" upon the question in order to see the offense.  Creating trivia isn't useless in season 2, you are just being awarded based on quality now instead of how many questions you make each day, which IMO is MUCH better.  The respect limit might be raised, I don't think it should be raised all that much, but enough that content you think deserves respect should be given such recognition.  I've already seen comments I think deserve respect but I'm out for the day, but I do like having some sort of limit so that people can no longer give someone respect for every comment they make just because they're your friend.
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#99 | 14 days ago

 chisoxfan84 wrote:

I would prefer the 'dreaded ads' any day rather than this totally messed up excuse being called season 2! I have contended with ads on newspaper websites for years, and it is far less annoying than these changes!

 The uprising of the "Q" people has started and it's not looking to pretty !

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#100 | 14 days ago

 I know a lot of effort must have gone into creating season 2. Those who like it and those who do not all have their reasons. I think that the best test of its success or failure can be made by just finding out statistics on how many people are on FanIQ now and for how much time.
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#101 | 14 days ago

 kramer wrote:
To address more than one person at once, people who were deleted from the site knew they were pushing the envelope and decided not to obey the rules after MANY MANY warnings, so it should not have been a surprise to them when they discovered their account was deleted, they had to pay the consequences.  As far as trivia goes, as we've said before, the reason you can no longer comment on trivia is because of the many vulgar comments that were made, and the fact that mods had to "stumble" upon the question in order to see the offense.  Creating trivia isn't useless in season 2, you are just being awarded based on quality now instead of how many questions you make each day, which IMO is MUCH better.  The respect limit might be raised, I don't think it should be raised all that much, but enough that content you think deserves respect should be given such recognition.  I've already seen comments I think deserve respect but I'm out for the day, but I do like having some sort of limit so that people can no longer give someone respect for every comment they make just because they're your friend.
The new "political correctness" - A mindless minority misbehave, therefore the majority have to suffer. What kind of logic is that???
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#102 | 14 days ago

 Jim , I'm only allowed 2 respects per day to any one person,, and youve  got 2 from me..
I'm signing your petiton, The new changes have sucked the joy out of this place.
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#103 | 14 days ago

 I love this Place, Before and After. I do not use the entire site but I try to get as much as I can out of it. The Moderators do an awesome job. I agree with DEB here, I try to send a Thank You off once a month. And I try to respect everybody equally. If you feel the need to leave, I wish you the very best.
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#104 | 14 days ago

 Cherrie wrote:
Jim , I'm only allowed 2 respects per day to any one person,, and youve  got 2 from me..
I'm signing your petiton, The new changes have sucked the joy out of this place.
I'd actually make a case that the new changes haven't done anything to the joy... but people complaining about it has sucked the joy out.
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#105 | 14 days ago

 richard_music wrote:
The new "political correctness" - A mindless minority misbehave, therefore the majority have to suffer. What kind of logic is that???
It was far more than a mindless minority that made ignorant and vulgar comments on trivia questions, believe me.
 

#106 | 14 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
But you DID say goodbye yesterday.... didn't you???
You are blonde arnt you !!! ahahaha
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#107 | 14 days ago

 kramer wrote:
It was far more than a mindless minority that made ignorant and vulgar comments on trivia questions, believe me.
 
FaniQ claims to have millions of members. Therefore I would still claim that the many vulgar comments you claim, were still in the minority.
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#108 | 14 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
I am sure I am in the minority, but I like this new Q. With that being said, I feel that there ARE some valid points that SuperStar123 and many others have. I mentioned this in another poll, but I am sure there can be a way to meet in the middle.

Correct me if I;m wrong, but in a nutshell, the major complaints are:
* Not enough Respects to give daily.
* Losing their Respects before they've used all 10. (Today is the first time this has happened to me.)
* Paying money for things like Virtual Currency and Fantasy games.

The latter is easily fixed... Use your given virtual currency to pay for fantasy games, and when you win, you gain more Q Bucks. (Hopefully you will win at times! lol!) Or.... simply don't spend your money. No one is expecting you to and you are not obligated in any way.

I know the mods have heard you (and me) saying the Respect thing isn't working out. But it has only been two days. I know most people don't like it already, but it really has NOT been that long! 

I apologize if I offend anyone, because that is not in my nature, but threatening to leave is not hurting the mods and it is not hurting the site. The only people who will be affected by you leaving are the ones who have become your friends. Personally, I feel that if you are good enough friends, you will find a way to connect outside of this site. May I remind everyone (please don't beat me, I am just trying to get a point across) that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past. So before anyone decides to leave, how about REALLY giving it a try? Changing your attitude might just change your perspective.

In no way do I have any problem with people voicing their concerns, but it appears the mods are aware of the issues, and some issues will be fixed.

I love my friends on here, and I have adjusted to the changes. No, I do not like all of it, but I also didn't like all of the things about Season 1, either. But I got used to it, just as I will get used to Season 2. One thing I appreciate is that when someone is impressed with a comment but their Respect is used up for the day, they personally address the person they want to Respect. And I, personally, have made friends simply because they replied favorably to one of my comments, as it broke the ice and opened up conversation.

Love your friends, and tolerate the site. For now... until it is tweaked as necessary. It is a personal decision if you feel the need to leave... but since there are a lot of friendships here, I think that outweighs any changes that have been made. Stick around and enjoy the bonds you have made.

And SuperStar... I may not agree with you, but I do respect your opinion... and I wanted to Respect your poll but I am out of Respect. But Jess tells us that will be fixed soon, and I believe her! 
LJ, you're so money and you don't even know. Wait you probably do, but you get my point. LOL
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#109 | 14 days ago

 richard_music wrote:
FaniQ claims to have millions of members. Therefore I would still claim that the many vulgar comments you claim, were still in the minority.
That is your opinion, and I can assure you that there were far too many questions that were destroyed by inappropriate comments.
 

#110 | 14 days ago

 The_Real_Stoney wrote:
I think it depends on what you use the site for.. If you look at it from a sports only view, no the site hasn't changed much at all, and actually has improved.. But there are 80 million places to get sports information, and the thing that made this site unique was it was more than that.  I can get your updates on sports news then answer a poll about spotted dick.  A lot of people that spend quite a bit of time on here do so in the locker room, and that's where you can see the negative side of the new format.  For me personally, I enjoy doing the pick em's and sports polls and messing around on the locker room polls and with the people in here..  Now, it's become very informal and structured, which may have been the intended purpose, but it's taken away a great deal of the social interaction and fun.
I couldn't have said it better Stoney. This comment hits the nail squarely on the head. The issues and concerns regarding Season 2 are ABSOLUTELY split between people that use and enjoy the LockerRoom vs those who don't. As Stoney mentioned, the folks that spend little to no time in the LockerRoom seem very pleased with and support the changes while those that spend all or the majority of their time are infuriated. The folks that spend no time in the LockerRoom are satisfied, the ones that enjoy ALL aspects (including the LockerRoom) seem content to ride it out, while the ones that merely utilize the LockerRoom are inclined to leave.
The bottom line as to what (if any) modifications occur depends entirely on what importance FanIQ management and decision makers  place on the LockerRoom and its users. I for one hope that they are open to the idea that the LockerRoom is of value to this site and they listen and act upon the members concerns. But I am not optimistic. It is obvious to me that the powers that be are far less concerned (if concerned at all) about the thousands of LockerRoom fans than they are about devloping the site into exactly what they want it to be (an Interactive Fantsy activity site) without any flexibility whatsoever.
As far as the Season 2 version of the LockerRoom.... it is NOT fun in its current state due to the fact that it has been robbed of its greatest attribute (personal and expressive interaction). As is, and despite the ability to "reply to a comment", I personally feel like I'm talking to myself and seldom aware if anyone is even reading or enjoy my comments as I do theirs. And, I personally despise the term and use of RESPECT irregardless how many I get or whether they are given or taken away as per the current quantity rules.
I for one, and I believe there are many like me, am a SPORTS FAN that DOES NOT enjoy nor have any interest in participating in any type of Fantasy activities. I hope the FanIQ powers that be do not regard me as an insignificant contributor to the site (which is how I feel right now). I agree 100% with Jimbo's declaration and intend to leave the site very soon if concerns of the LockerRoom fans are not addressed quickly and significant changes of apparant opinion aren't immediately evident from FanIQ administrators.

My suggestion: Keep Season 2 in place as is but return the LockerRoom to its previous format(including the SMART, FUNNY, BOLD, THUMBS UP options). If management does not wish to have LockerRoom comments and accolades count toward the QBucks system for use in Fantasy activities.... FINE. I believe both NEW and OLD can co-exist and still permit the site to grow and be an enjoyable experience for ALL.
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#111 | 14 days ago

 richard_music wrote:
FaniQ claims to have millions of members. Therefore I would still claim that the many vulgar comments you claim, were still in the minority.
Not all of the users commented in the trivia sections. Out of the trivia comments themselves, a vast majority were either vulgar, or pure nonsense... I assure you.
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#112 | 14 days ago

 Pat wrote:
I'd actually make a case that the new changes haven't done anything to the joy... but people complaining about it has sucked the joy out.
No, it's the changes.
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#113 | 14 days ago

 Have you ever seen a comment that was just so stupid and ridiculous that you couldn't help but to shake your head and feel sorry for the person who wrote it? Yeah... I've seen comments like that before too. Just saying.

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#114 | 14 days ago

 The reason they get no  RESPECT is because i only got 10 RESPECT per day.Do you actually think i am going to waste one on a mod??
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#115 | 14 days ago

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Cop4Cubs wrote:

 The uprising of the "Q" people has started and it's not looking to pretty !

To me, this "uprising" and "downfall" and "death" of the Q is kind of comical, I'm sure those saying it are very serious by what you are saying, but it's been a total of 3 days. Three. No one has had the chance to make a solid opinion about Season 2 is from 3 days, not even those like me who stay and surf around here seemingly all 24 hours in the day.

What has been the majority complaints in this thread, and in others:

1. "Number of Thumbs Up (Respect) is limited": As already said, this is a trial run. Those "Higher Ups" are determining what is best suitable for all members on the site, the initial number to try was 10. Many, as we can see, aren't too happy with that. It's subject to change. 20, 30, possibly 40 a day could already be considered, because I do agree with most, 10 just doesn't seem plausible for the amount of content from this site and those I feel should be recognized for it. Also, do remember that this new "Respect" for Season 2 is not identical to the smart/funny/bold system previously. Did everyone honestly think that a new poll about the same old thing like "Should college football have a playoff?", that added no real content other than a typical "Yes/No", deserved 60+ TU's? Honestly? No. This way, those polls that are actually quality, can be recognized as such because of all the members here who are sports conscious enough to know what is quality and what isn't.

2. "I don't want to pay money to be here": Nobody said you had to. As incentive with these new Q bucks (which I know some aren't happy with also...Simple solution: Don't use them.) was for those that are interested in that type of online currency, can add only if they want to, it's not needed, nobody is forcing you to pay anything - this is still a free website with absolutely no charges. With the new Quick Fantasy - as previously mentioned - something many more people have asked for in the past, want to play for more than just our online currency, can put their sports knowledge in Fantasy to a test and play for real money. Again, only if you want to, not because the site is telling you you should.

3: "I want that feeling of accomplishment with My Global Rank": With a new season, we all start over. It's time to give everyone the same starting point and you earn points towards your rank the same exact way you did in Season 1. Polls/Prediction/Trivia/Quizzes, again, it's only been 3 days, so nobody has given it a chance yet to see how the ranking system will reflect the old one. We will still have your rankings in those four areas, and I think you will all find that your ranking that you worked so hard for before, can be brought right back up.

4: "Why didn't you even ask US for what we wanted changed?": Believe it or not, FanIQ has listened to member feedback every single day for years now. What it was exactly what they wanted, then figured out how it could be implemented, and then made it happen. This was a lot of work done by members of the staff here and are rightfully very proud of what they were able to do. I realize not everyone here aren't as happy with the changes (I don't know many who do like change), but this is items that members have been asking for. You can't put blame on anyone no matter how much you want to because you feel that your wants were not met. We're not so intuitive to feed every single member's need, but if you share the wants of many other members here, then you can expect the staff to work their hardest to try and implement whatever that is.

Those are the four I've seen most, maybe there's one or two common ones I missed, I'm sorry - but that's the best I got.
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#116 | 14 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 JESS,

I VALUE YOUR OPINIONS. AND I'M GLAD THAT YOU ARE INVESTIGATING THE RESPECT THING. I HAVE 7 LOST TODAY, I HAVE TOO MANY THINGS RIGHT NOW THAT I DON'T LIKE TO NAME THEM, BUT I RESPECT YOU AND ALWAYS HAVE. I APPRECIATE YOUR ANSWER.  I HAVE SEEN SOME OF YOUR ANSWERS IN OTHER POLLS. I'M JUST AFRAID THAT PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS RIGHT NOW. I KNOW THAT CORPORATE HAS TO MAKE MONEY TO RUN A SITE, HOWEVER I WISH THAT BEFORE YOU CHANGED EVERYTHING, YOU WOULD HAVE LET THE COMMUNITY HAVE HAD SOME INPUT. AS I PSYCHOLOGIST I KNOW IT'S VERY IMPORTANT THAT PEOPLE FEEL INVESTED IN THE COMMUNITY, AND SOMEBODY WITH A PSYC BACKGROUND ON YOUR STAFF SHOULD HAVE CONSIDERED THIS. 

THAT BEING SAID, YOU ARE MY FAVORITE PERSON ON STAFF, AND YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN ANYTHING BUT HELPFUL & RESPONSIVE TO ME, AND FUN WHILE YOU WERE DOING IT. I HOPE YOU TAKE A MAJOR ROLE IN THIS, BECAUSE I THINK YOU HAVE MORE OF THE CONFIDENCE OF THE COMMUNITY THAN THE REST OF STAFF. I AM NOT TRYING TO BE A TROUBLESOME HOWEVER I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN OUT SPOKEN WHERE I CONSIDER MY FRIENDS ALSO UNHAPPY! 

THANKS FOR YOU ANSWER!

JIM  
Well said Jim. This is my first day on here since the change so I have to navigate around. I miss the the smart,funny,bold,poor. If i don't use all my RESPECT options I'll lose whatever I don't use. So I have 3 more left LOL. Been using them in here. So I'm gonna cruise and then I'll be back to give my true opinion. I came in to do my college pick'ems

Hugs,
Lesley
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#117 | 14 days ago

 Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
The reason they get no  RESPECT is because i only got 10 RESPECT per day.Do you actually think i am going to waste one on a mod??
Thank you
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#118 | 14 days ago

 Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
The reason they get no  RESPECT is because i only got 10 RESPECT per day.Do you actually think i am going to waste one on a mod??
Explain, please. Why would it be a waste to give one of your 10 "Respects" to a moderator? Considering the fact that they are unpaid volunteers who take on additional responsibilities to try to make it a better place for everyone, how could that possibly make them LESS deserving of your respect? Seriously... I don't get it, please elaborate.
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#119 | 14 days ago

 Chief_aka_James wrote:
To me, this "uprising" and "downfall" and "death" of the Q is kind of comical, I'm sure those saying it are very serious by what you are saying, but it's been a total of 3 days. Three. No one has had the chance to make a solid opinion about Season 2 is from 3 days, not even those like me who stay and surf around here seemingly all 24 hours in the day.

What has been the majority complaints in this thread, and in others:

1. "Number of Thumbs Up (Respect) is limited": As already said, this is a trial run. Those "Higher Ups" are determining what is best suitable for all members on the site, the initial number to try was 10. Many, as we can see, aren't too happy with that. It's subject to change. 20, 30, possibly 40 a day could already be considered, because I do agree with most, 10 just doesn't seem plausible for the amount of content from this site and those I feel should be recognized for it. Also, do remember that this new "Respect" for Season 2 is not identical to the smart/funny/bold system previously. Did everyone honestly think that a new poll about the same old thing like "Should college football have a playoff?", that added no real content other than a typical "Yes/No", deserved 60+ TU's? Honestly? No. This way, those polls that are actually quality, can be recognized as such because of all the members here who are sports conscious enough to know what is quality and what isn't.

2. "I don't want to pay money to be here": Nobody said you had to. As incentive with these new Q bucks (which I know some aren't happy with also...Simple solution: Don't use them.) was for those that are interested in that type of online currency, can add only if they want to, it's not needed, nobody is forcing you to pay anything - this is still a free website with absolutely no charges. With the new Quick Fantasy - as previously mentioned - something many more people have asked for in the past, want to play for more than just our online currency, can put their sports knowledge in Fantasy to a test and play for real money. Again, only if you want to, not because the site is telling you you should.

3: "I want that feeling of accomplishment with My Global Rank": With a new season, we all start over. It's time to give everyone the same starting point and you earn points towards your rank the same exact way you did in Season 1. Polls/Prediction/Trivia/Quizzes, again, it's only been 3 days, so nobody has given it a chance yet to see how the ranking system will reflect the old one. We will still have your rankings in those four areas, and I think you will all find that your ranking that you worked so hard for before, can be brought right back up.

4: "Why didn't you even ask US for what we wanted changed?": Believe it or not, FanIQ has listened to member feedback every single day for years now. What it was exactly what they wanted, then figured out how it could be implemented, and then made it happen. This was a lot of work done by members of the staff here and are rightfully very proud of what they were able to do. I realize not everyone here aren't as happy with the changes (I don't know many who do like change), but this is items that members have been asking for. You can't put blame on anyone no matter how much you want to because you feel that your wants were not met. We're not so intuitive to feed every single member's need, but if you share the wants of many other members here, then you can expect the staff to work their hardest to try and implement whatever that is.

Those are the four I've seen most, maybe there's one or two common ones I missed, I'm sorry - but that's the best I got.
This is probably the best answer I´ve seen to the critics (including me) that I have read so far.

When do you take over the Q?   lol
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#120 | 14 days ago

 Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
The reason they get no  RESPECT is because i only got 10 RESPECT per day.Do you actually think i am going to waste one on a mod??
what is to elaborate on? its my opinion.we are entitled to our own opinions aren't we?? or do we only get 10 opinions per day as well??
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#121 | 14 days ago

 Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
The reason they get no  RESPECT is because i only got 10 RESPECT per day.Do you actually think i am going to waste one on a mod??
Now that wasn't very respectful towards the MODS .
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#122 | 14 days ago

 Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
what is to elaborate on? its my opinion.we are entitled to our own opinions aren't we?? or do we only get 10 opinions per day as well??
I just would like to know why you feel that way. Of course, you're not obligated to say so, but I was just wondering if one of them had wronged you in some way and you had a legitimate beef, or if you are just THAT ignorant and immature.
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#123 | 14 days ago

 Chief_aka_James wrote:
To me, this "uprising" and "downfall" and "death" of the Q is kind of comical, I'm sure those saying it are very serious by what you are saying, but it's been a total of 3 days. Three. No one has had the chance to make a solid opinion about Season 2 is from 3 days, not even those like me who stay and surf around here seemingly all 24 hours in the day.

What has been the majority complaints in this thread, and in others:

1. "Number of Thumbs Up (Respect) is limited": As already said, this is a trial run. Those "Higher Ups" are determining what is best suitable for all members on the site, the initial number to try was 10. Many, as we can see, aren't too happy with that. It's subject to change. 20, 30, possibly 40 a day could already be considered, because I do agree with most, 10 just doesn't seem plausible for the amount of content from this site and those I feel should be recognized for it. Also, do remember that this new "Respect" for Season 2 is not identical to the smart/funny/bold system previously. Did everyone honestly think that a new poll about the same old thing like "Should college football have a playoff?", that added no real content other than a typical "Yes/No", deserved 60+ TU's? Honestly? No. This way, those polls that are actually quality, can be recognized as such because of all the members here who are sports conscious enough to know what is quality and what isn't.

2. "I don't want to pay money to be here": Nobody said you had to. As incentive with these new Q bucks (which I know some aren't happy with also...Simple solution: Don't use them.) was for those that are interested in that type of online currency, can add only if they want to, it's not needed, nobody is forcing you to pay anything - this is still a free website with absolutely no charges. With the new Quick Fantasy - as previously mentioned - something many more people have asked for in the past, want to play for more than just our online currency, can put their sports knowledge in Fantasy to a test and play for real money. Again, only if you want to, not because the site is telling you you should.

3: "I want that feeling of accomplishment with My Global Rank": With a new season, we all start over. It's time to give everyone the same starting point and you earn points towards your rank the same exact way you did in Season 1. Polls/Prediction/Trivia/Quizzes, again, it's only been 3 days, so nobody has given it a chance yet to see how the ranking system will reflect the old one. We will still have your rankings in those four areas, and I think you will all find that your ranking that you worked so hard for before, can be brought right back up.

4: "Why didn't you even ask US for what we wanted changed?": Believe it or not, FanIQ has listened to member feedback every single day for years now. What it was exactly what they wanted, then figured out how it could be implemented, and then made it happen. This was a lot of work done by members of the staff here and are rightfully very proud of what they were able to do. I realize not everyone here aren't as happy with the changes (I don't know many who do like change), but this is items that members have been asking for. You can't put blame on anyone no matter how much you want to because you feel that your wants were not met. We're not so intuitive to feed every single member's need, but if you share the wants of many other members here, then you can expect the staff to work their hardest to try and implement whatever that is.

Those are the four I've seen most, maybe there's one or two common ones I missed, I'm sorry - but that's the best I got.
I gotta give you some props Chief that was the most logical response I've seen on here yet !!
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#124 | 14 days ago

 Ok... so it's the ignorant and immature thing. Gotcha, thanks.

FYI, I'm not one of the unpaid volunteers that I was attempting to defend. And the reason I spend so much time on here is because I actually work for the site... which is why I'm always on the site. Makes sense, right?

I was actually hoping that you would be able to give legitimate reasons behind your contempt for the moderators, because then I might be able to look into it, and rectify the problem, if there was one. However, it seems that the problem is not with the moderators, but with YOU. So don't worry about it... forget I asked. Ignorance is bliss... continue in your blissful existence.
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#125 | 14 days ago

 S*** - To that Jays Leafs fan that's having the pissing contest with Pat, first of all, I accidentally gave your last post Respect (even though it was nothing but disrespectful banter) and then accidentally deleted it when trying to reply, honestly, my bad.

Anyways, Pat asked a simple question, if you don't want to answer it, then don't, no need to make an attack on him with calling him names to try and belittle him whether it just makes you feel better or you think he really deserves it. You have a good day too, and if you have nothing more to add, then please just have your convo with Pat somewhere not here. Thanks

#126 | 14 days ago

 first of all i did not ask Pat to speak to me. secondly i am entitled to my opinion.thirdly him calling me ignorant or immature is ok.But because i have a few things to reply.Its disrespectful banter??Now pat i am sorry you got spanked:( here is a bottle of F-OFF pills:) feel free to O.D
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#127 | 14 days ago

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Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
first of all i did not ask Pat to speak to me. secondly i am entitled to my opinion.thirdly him calling me ignorant or immature is ok.But because i have a few things to reply.Its disrespectful banter??Now pat i am sorry you got spanked:( here is a bottle of F-OFF pills:) feel free to O.D
I'm not the greatest judge of character, but when you're making comments like you are, to call you anything but immature isn't going out on a limb. And I'm not even defending Pat or saying he's in the right either, he's wrong for saying everything in this thread that has nothing to do with what this thread is about.

Now, no more of that, this is about "PETITION" and Season 2 stuff. *Moderator hat* Zip it, or it's removed, talk via PM system.
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#128 | 14 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
I'm with you all the way Jimbo! I don't care about the money thing, No one is forcing me to pay. I don't like the Respect thing at all. Why only 10. That is stupid! No one can answer why there is a limit on that....The only thing I heard is they are giving out to frequently and they dont mean much. TO WHO????? NOT TO ME IT ALL MEANT SOMEHTING! 
Sherry between you and reading what bmcannon wrote , i sadly agree with both of you , some of the fun was erased , I love the much cleaner neater operations but the respect thing is about dingy  , the rest can stay but 10 respect , ??? hmmmm WHY?
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#129 | 14 days ago

 nascarguru wrote:
Sherry between you and reading what bmcannon wrote , i sadly agree with both of you , some of the fun was erased , I love the much cleaner neater operations but the respect thing is about dingy  , the rest can stay but 10 respect , ??? hmmmm WHY?
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#130 | 14 days ago
If I had done what those members who were deleted had done, I would've been kicked off too.  They broke the rules repeatedly and I've abided by them, hence the reason I'm still here and they aren't.  That has NOTHING to do with me being the Steelers leader and you know it.

#131 | 14 days ago

 Well i been here  for a little over a month and i have made some good friends , well again i used up my respect up , i left another site to come here because when ii got here it was so much fun , but i can not say that anymore i agree with John and Sherry and others on this poll , if there is not changes made i wil  also be leaveing , there are to many sites  on the internet  to chose from,  one problem i have i will go to my friend site to high 5 them and it will not work may i ask why and i hate the way the  10 0nly respect ,  and  to take away the point  that we earned  is not fair in my eyes, please do not make this all about money and i know nothing about fantasy  games ,i been trying to find out how to play and to understand it but i can not find anything to really explain it to me Well that is my input for what it is worth
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#132 | 14 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 Debbie,

No disrespect meant to you or any or the mods or for that matter to the Fan IQ Team either! Just being vocal as usual!!!!  

Hugs Jim 
No offence taken Jim, in any way, I know you are just expressing your frustrations
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#133 | 14 days ago

 old was better but keep quick fantasy. thats all from me.
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#134 | 14 days ago

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Jess wrote:
Hi Jim! If you've noticed in the polls, people like myself, 100%injuryrate, Pat, guylake, and even Ty have been responding to questions and concerns. Is there something specific that you wanted to address that hasn't been answered that you've seen?

Regarding Respect: We are giving this a chance for various reasons. If we find that it doesn't work for everyone, we'll consider alternative options that will benefit the entire community; whether that be implementing some sort of hybrid system or raising Respect, or any other of the multitude of ideas that have come forward.

Also - regarding people losing their Respect when they haven't given out their total 10 - it's been investigated and it's being fixed right now.

If you have any questions, we're glad to help. I will say though, a lot of thought and work went into implementing a virtual currency that we could actually use for something other than bragging rights. I personally think it's going to be a lot more competitive and fun to bet on games against my friends, and I know that the Respect I get will actually mean something now.

Please know that suggestions are always encouraged, and we do listen. If you would like to make some suggestions, you're welcome to click "Contact Us" or even send me a message directly. :)
Jess, I have been a loyal member of the Q since May 7,2007. I have seen it go through changes.Some bad and some good. I finally got used to the wall. But there are issues which have plagued us for months or even years which haven't been taken care of. Trivia still doesn't work correctly after almost 2 years. It keeps repeating the same questions which you get no credit for answering.We've had the message pop down problem for several months and nothing has been done to correct the issue.
 As far as the Q bucks are concerned.I couldn't care less.I am not going to use my credit card to by imaginary money. I've noticed that Facebook offers coins and that last year almost $300,000,000 was gained by their venture into this type of virtual money purchase and their legitimate offers. I won't be a part of that.
 What really gripes me is that  i spent 2and1/2 years and a lot of hours acquiring my 3,300,000 some odd points and was in 15th place and now it's gone in an instant.
 I also do not like the limitation of 10 "respects" a day or limiting us to a maximum of 2 that we can give each person per day.
I'll wait for awhile and if something is not done about some of these issues, I'm afraid that I will have pursue other sports forums.
One thing that I forgot to mention.Several States do not permit their residents to participate in this type of site. This will be very unfair to those who reside in these States. For all of those who want to know which States this affects, you can read the terms of use. There may be several in this forum who live in these States.
 I'm not angry anymore, I just don't care.
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#135 | 14 days ago

 JrCanuckFan wrote:
I'm not out of respect for the day, having been at work all day, however, Leslie, I gave you respect, AND I'm telling you personally I think your post was excellent.  As a moderator, we often hear first hand from the members how much they dislike or even hate something.  For every 20 complaints we receive, we might receive one "atta girl" or "WTG".  We do pass on your comments, and as Jess said, all of the feedback is being read and considered.  The site is always changing, and we aren't even close to finished with the Team Pages. 

Give us a chance!! As you said Leslie, there were things about Season 1 that we didn't care for, but we figured out how to cope, how to find ways around the parts we didn't like. 

I prefer to be positive, to look at the glass as half full, rather than half empty.  To those who aren't happy, I'm sure you'll find the site hasn't really changed all that much, and I'm sure you find your way around, and find the areas you love so much, you just have to give it a chance.
Why not try a referendum some time and get some feedback before making changes Deb?
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#136 | 14 days ago

 No worries, Sporz_Freek ... your Season 1 accomplishments are not gone.

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#137 | 14 days ago

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Pat wrote:
No worries, Sporz_Freek ... your Season 1 accomplishments are not gone.

Yes but I can't add to them! And by the way.....the name is Rick. What is your position on here? You are always pro Q!
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#138 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
Why not try a referendum some time and get some feedback before making changes Deb?
You do realize that most of the changes on the site are based on suggestions and recommendations that Ty has gotten from users over the past few years, right?
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#139 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
Yes but I can't add to them! And by the way.....the name is Rick. What is your position on here? You are always pro Q!
Just like Peyton Manning can't add to last seasons stats....because they are stats from last season.
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#140 | 14 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Just like Peyton Manning can't add to last seasons stats....because they are stats from last season.
That comparison is ridiculous!  And I don't make  $40,000,000! 
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#141 | 14 days ago

 Pat wrote:
You do realize that most of the changes on the site are based on suggestions and recommendations that Ty has gotten from users over the past few years, right?
This is the first time that I've heard about it! I've offered some ideas and was completely ignored!
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#142 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
That comparison is ridiculous!  And I don't make  $40,000,000! 
Ok...well then how about this. No athlete in any sport anywhere has stats that carry over from one season to the next. Everyone starts 0-0 each new season.
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#143 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
This is the first time that I've heard about it! I've offered some ideas and was completely ignored!
I'm sure the people who suggested Fantasy Sports on FanIQ thought they were being ignored until about a week ago, as well. Trust me... no ideas EVER go completely ignored. Some of them turn into reality, others do not, but none of them are ever ignored.
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#144 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
This is the first time that I've heard about it! I've offered some ideas and was completely ignored!
...yeah...me too...  i suggested "lick" for a fan action and i've heard nothing...and that was almost a year ago... should i have started a petition?  
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#145 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
That comparison is ridiculous!  And I don't make  $40,000,000! 
What really gripes me is that  i spent 2and1/2 years and a lot of hours acquiring my 3,300,000 some odd points

No, but you seem to be comparing your 3,300,000 points to his $40,000,000 in some way......
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#146 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
Jess, I have been a loyal member of the Q since May 7,2007. I have seen it go through changes.Some bad and some good. I finally got used to the wall. But there are issues which have plagued us for months or even years which haven't been taken care of. Trivia still doesn't work correctly after almost 2 years. It keeps repeating the same questions which you get no credit for answering.We've had the message pop down problem for several months and nothing has been done to correct the issue.
 As far as the Q bucks are concerned.I couldn't care less.I am not going to use my credit card to by imaginary money. I've noticed that Facebook offers coins and that last year almost $300,000,000 was gained by their venture into this type of virtual money purchase and their legitimate offers. I won't be a part of that.
 What really gripes me is that  i spent 2and1/2 years and a lot of hours acquiring my 3,300,000 some odd points and was in 15th place and now it's gone in an instant.
 I also do not like the limitation of 10 "respects" a day or limiting us to a maximum of 2 that we can give each person per day.
I'll wait for awhile and if something is not done about some of these issues, I'm afraid that I will have pursue other sports forums.
One thing that I forgot to mention.Several States do not permit their residents to participate in this type of site. This will be very unfair to those who reside in these States. For all of those who want to know which States this affects, you can read the terms of use. There may be several in this forum who live in these States.
 I'm not angry anymore, I just don't care.
A few things to remember.

1 - and I canNOT stress this enough: People's concerns are heard. This site was built on suggestions from users. Let's just break it down...when I joined the site it was like this:
  • There were no photo collections
  • There were no video collections
  • There was no trivia
  • There were no quizzes
  • There were no Fan Diaries (the only people who could write blogs were the editor, Ty, and like 2 other people)
  • There were no Featured Writers - if you wanted an article (hotlink now) featured, there was one user who could feature it. Period.
  • There were no Fan Points - the only points you earned were through Prediction Polls and Pick'em
  • There was no "overall rank"
  • There was no "team rank"
  • There were no "Smart" "Funny" and "Bold" - there was just a "Thumbs Up" option
  • There are probably more I'm forgetting...
Everything that there is now on that list was brought to the Q because it was suggested by users. Fantasy has been asked for since the dawn of FanIQ, as has some sort of "Virtual Currency" that people could use as a wager (we got a ton of "I'd like to actually USE my points for something...)Now - I realize that smart/funny/bold has been removed, but as I have said numerous times - this is a trial run. If, after fully testing it out, we find it doesn't work and that the community is still unhappy with it (we do give a chance for the initial aversion to change to wear off), we will discuss several different options that we may be able to do. Hey, we may even come up with something cooler than smart/funny/bold!

2 - Nobody is forced to buy Q Bucks if they don't want to. That's just an option if you choose to use it.
3 - Nobody is forcing you to play Fantasy. It didn't replace Pick'em and Prediction polls.
4 - Besides the accolades being replaced with Respect (which may be changing in some way), all of the great features are still here.
  • There are still polls
  • There is still Pick'Em
  • The sports blog is still here
  • There is still Trivia
  • There are still Quizzes
  • There are still Photos
  • There are still Videos
  • There are still Team Ranks
  • There are still overall game ranks (trivia, quizzes, etc.)
Also, I've been seeing a lot of people say on the one hand that they are thinking about leaving due to these changes. I'm confused as to the logic of this. I'm not ripping on anyone who has said that but I would really like to know - if you're leaving because of the changes then what were you here for? This site is still set apart from the other sports sites in that there is still social interaction.  Yes, the accolades gave us a way to send a quick little note letting someone know we liked someone's post but as I've said, we will be reviewing the new Respect system.

5 - The trivia issue - it's going to repeat questions to users who have spent a lot of time in trivia because of how it's built. It really isn't a glitch; people who have answered almost the entire library will see repeating questions so that they don't run out of questions to answer. If this isn't the case and someone feels as though they haven't answered nearly all the trivia library; report it as a bug.

6 - The old messages popping up - this is something that is being investigated.

7 - It's been three days since we made these changes. Yes, it's a complete overhaul - it's going to take some getting used to and we understand that. There have been complete overhauls in the past. You know the overall rankings people miss so much and the Fan points people earned to get there? People were TICKED when we initially added that. We had a slew of complaints that this is a SPORTS site and people shouldn't be able to earn points just for submitting content or getting profile views. People got used to that and became really competitive. (In retrospect, we probably should have named THAT season 2).

Anyway, we do hear people. We do take concerns into consideration. Of course every single suggestion won't be implemented, but a lot have - and we encourage people to continue making them. We appreciate you all, and urge you to just give Season 2 a chance and if things still bother you about it we're all ears (or eyes I suppose).
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#147 | 14 days ago
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scottchappell wrote:
Ya cuz now all of the veterans of the site have nothing to show for it and all of these newbies can come on and take our ranks in like a day. I think we should have kept the same ranks from last time!!!
 I agree with you and I thought that is the way they said it would be! Screwed on that too!!!! I gave you a respect & I had 6 left when I left home and you are the first one I've given since I got home. And I've only got 2 left. By my math, thats is still SCREWED UP TOO!!!

    
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#148 | 14 days ago

 A fantasy game costs a minimum of $250 qbucks.

That's 25 cents.

Just sayin...
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#149 | 14 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

 I ALSO JUST FOUND OUT THAT THE FRIEND YOU ARE FOLLOWING IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY EITHER. IT'S NOT SHOWING ALL MY FRIEND. I ONLY HAVE ABOUT 60 ON MY LIST SO IT'S EASY TO SEE!   
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#150 | 14 days ago
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ablesser88 wrote:
Oh yeah Jim, you forgot to answer your own poll.  Answer it before you send it into management.
 I ANSWERED, IT'S NOT MY FAULT IT DIDN'T WORK!   I AM FINDING MORE BUGS BY THE HOUR!
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#151 | 14 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

 SEE IF IT TAKES THIS TIME ON MY VOTE!   
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#152 | 14 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

SuperStar123 wrote:
 SEE IF IT TAKES THIS TIME ON MY VOTE!   
 NOPE..
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#153 | 14 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 NOPE..
There's sometimes a delay (servers communicating with each other) when you answer a poll. It's showing me you answered.
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#154 | 14 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

 MY LAST ONE JESS!   
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#155 | 14 days ago
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tundra_breeze wrote:
Well, my humble opinion, I really don't like this new change.  I am not in buying anything.  I'd send gifts, but don't have much.  Actually, I am not playing much either, but quizzes and predictions perhaps.  And running out of respects is annoying.  Then I have to be more selective who I give respects to the people I like and communicated with through out almost a year since I joined FanIQ!  My anniversary is coming up by end of this month.  I think getting 1.4 million was pretty good for a starter, and passing many good players along the way was fun. And hard to beat was the topping of the cake.  I will hang on for a while, but if things don't change, I will find interesting web sites to join.  I am sure there are many good sites out there, but this  FanIQ was my favorite am learning about sports and watching them too.  Thanks, my dear friend...Jimbo for a quick action. We, as a majority members should be honored for what we think is the best way to play. Our vote should be considered valid reason to come to terms to fix it the way we liked to play.  The old way, I see it all in one page.  I knew who has how many points ahead of me and who is behind me.....was pretty neat.  I will keep my ears open.  Unfortunately, am not playing much now. 
Nastasia  
 NASTASIA ,

I SAW YOU FLY BY ME AND BREAK INTO THE HUNDREDS IN LESS THAN A YEAR. I'M VERY PROUD OF YOU, AND I'M SORRY THAT IT DOESN'T REFLECT THAT ON YOUR PROFILE. YOU HAVE BEEN ONE OF THE GREAT FRIENDS I HAVE MET ON FAN IQ!

THANKS JIM 
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#156 | 14 days ago
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(Edited by SuperStar123)
 ONE THING I WOULD LIKE TO SAY, THAT I REALIZE AFTER READING TROUGH ALL OF THESE POSTS. I DON'T THINK ANYONE, AND I MEAN ANYONE, MEANT ANY DISRESPECT TO " THE MODERATORS!!" YOU HAVE MY UTMOST RESPECT. YOU GIVE YOUR TIME FOR NOTHING AND ALWAYS ARE VERY HELPFUL AND UNDERSTANDING! NONE OF THIS WAS DIRECTED AT YOU I HOPE! I DON'T KNOW YOU ALL WELL, HOWEVER I DO KNOW SEAL & JRCANUCK! TWO MORE DEDICATED AND LOVED PEOPLE YOU CAN'T FIND, AND I KNOW THERE ARE MANY MORE OF YOU OUT THERE. YOU HAVE DONE NONE OF THIS, AND OUGHT TO BE CHEERED BY THE COMMUNITY FOR THE JOB THAT YOU DO!

ON MY PART!!!      

THANKS JIM 
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#157 | 14 days ago

 Im one of the few that goes in...when I have the time. But when I do, I enjoy the locker room polls. Smart and Funny was a hit for me, and I do believe for many as well.   I just got use to the old and there was nothing wrong with it....I think.  Don't really care for the Respect, especially when you're limited...actually I gave some away because others had ran out, and I think they deserved it.  I've always believed that change is good....but why change...when it isn't broke? 

#158 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 NOPE..
I see that, thanks Jess. I did that because someone said I didn't answer my own Petition! ;-)
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#159 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 Debbie,

No disrespect meant to you or any or the mods or for that matter to the Fan IQ Team either! Just being vocal as usual!!!!  

Hugs Jim 
THANK DEB, I JUS GAVE ALL THE MODERATORS A BIG THANKS IN THE PETITION! I KNOW NONE OF THIS IS DIRECTED AT ANY OF YOU! YOU GIVE YOUR TIME FOR NOTHING AND NOT MANY THANKS. I THANK YOU!
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#160 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 JESS,

I VALUE YOUR OPINIONS. AND I'M GLAD THAT YOU ARE INVESTIGATING THE RESPECT THING. I HAVE 7 LOST TODAY, I HAVE TOO MANY THINGS RIGHT NOW THAT I DON'T LIKE TO NAME THEM, BUT I RESPECT YOU AND ALWAYS HAVE. I APPRECIATE YOUR ANSWER.  I HAVE SEEN SOME OF YOUR ANSWERS IN OTHER POLLS. I'M JUST AFRAID THAT PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS RIGHT NOW. I KNOW THAT CORPORATE HAS TO MAKE MONEY TO RUN A SITE, HOWEVER I WISH THAT BEFORE YOU CHANGED EVERYTHING, YOU WOULD HAVE LET THE COMMUNITY HAVE HAD SOME INPUT. AS I PSYCHOLOGIST I KNOW IT'S VERY IMPORTANT THAT PEOPLE FEEL INVESTED IN THE COMMUNITY, AND SOMEBODY WITH A PSYC BACKGROUND ON YOUR STAFF SHOULD HAVE CONSIDERED THIS. 

THAT BEING SAID, YOU ARE MY FAVORITE PERSON ON STAFF, AND YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN ANYTHING BUT HELPFUL & RESPONSIVE TO ME, AND FUN WHILE YOU WERE DOING IT. I HOPE YOU TAKE A MAJOR ROLE IN THIS, BECAUSE I THINK YOU HAVE MORE OF THE CONFIDENCE OF THE COMMUNITY THAN THE REST OF STAFF. I AM NOT TRYING TO BE A TROUBLESOME HOWEVER I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN OUT SPOKEN WHERE I CONSIDER MY FRIENDS ALSO UNHAPPY! 

THANKS FOR YOU ANSWER!

JIM  
Hang in there Leslie. We are all just trying to make it better. Good luck on College Picks!
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#161 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 YOU ARE RIGHT NADER AND YOU ARE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR PEOPLE ON HERE. OF COURSE I'M JEALOUS, BUT IT'S THE TRUTH!    

     
LOL
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#162 | 14 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
Thank you
The petition ,missing out on other stuff.I dont know why they didn't come out and ask the public on their opinion on what to change.Just as i was just getting use of it,,NOW they went and change on everyone.Now i have to start all over again to try to get use of it again.Now that sucks like my BIG toe...lol.Almost time to move on to another site.What with the respect are used for.That means that they only want people to only have 10 friends,,now thats hard.I met alot of AWESOME people on this site..Just like taking my breath away,well life live on if you have money to BURN,and some of us are broke and some of us are rich i guess to these people.Have a great day!
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#163 | 14 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 ONE THING I WOULD LIKE TO SAY, THAT I REALIZE AFTER READING TROUGH ALL OF THESE POSTS. I DON'T THINK ANYONE, AND I MEAN ANYONE, MEANT ANY DISRESPECT TO " THE MODERATORS!!" YOU HAVE MY UTMOST RESPECT. YOU GIVE YOUR TIME FOR NOTHING AND ALWAYS ARE VERY HELPFUL AND UNDERSTANDING! NONE OF THIS WAS DIRECTED AT YOU I HOPE! I DON'T KNOW YOU ALL WELL, HOWEVER I DO KNOW SEAL & JRCANUCK! TWO MORE DEDICATED AND LOVED PEOPLE YOU CAN'T FIND, AND I KNOW THERE ARE MANY MORE OF YOU OUT THERE. YOU HAVE DONE NONE OF THIS, AND OUGHT TO BE CHEERED BY THE COMMUNITY FOR THE JOB THAT YOU DO!

ON MY PART!!!      

THANKS JIM 
Thank you Jim.  I can't speak for Seal or any other mod, but *I* know you guys are frustrated.  I understand that.  I just want you guys to realise a lot of this has come about because of what you guys, the members, have asked for in the past.

To the rest of you, I'm puting in a couple of links.  If you'd like to take the time to click on them, and have a giggle, I'm sure you will find it enlightening.  The Powers that be really DO listen to the members.  They have since day one, as Jess said above.  This site has evolved into what it is because of what many of your predecessors have asked for.

Take a moment, read, and enjoy:

The "NEW" FanIQ  from 2006, when the ability to comment was first introduced

Another Change, as the fans requested, from 2007 improving the blogs and the commenting abilities

and again,more changes to our profiles, again, from 2008

And that's not all.  if you want to see all the different "costumes" and introductions to them that the Q has seen, just go to the top of any one of those articles, and click on "More Posts by Author" and you can see the introduction of the FanIQ Points system, the introduction of videos, trivia, quizzes, the Locker Room.  All of those thing you love were created and every one of them were hated - because it was CHANGE.  Here it is, 2009, and another change. 

 I ask you all, PLEASE, just give it a chance.  Give us your feedback, yes, but please be constructive.  We've had a huge numbe rof polls written about Season 2, a lot of complaints about what you don't like, and we are listening and brainstorming, even as I type this.  Jess will take all our ideas back to the table and present them to the Techs and the Powers that Be, to see what we can do to continue to grow our site.
 
Thanks for reading.
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#164 | 14 days ago
I have just spent 20+ minutes reading the comments here.

I'm OK with the changes. I can't say that I understood all of them at first but I realized they would make FanIQ one of the most unique websites ever. In order to assist the members of this site, I had to learn things about topics I never dealt with. 
 
I understand change is tough to deal with. Quite frankly, FanIQ is a rare website that actually allows member input. Have you visited some of the major sports sites forums? The language and fighting that is allowed may be a good thing for some but personally I would rather not be cussed at because I like a particular team/athlete.

Here's something you may not know about me. I take notes on members feedback. I watch (listen) but don't always speak. I am usually pretty patient, even when someone refers to me with a name other than my given name or title. I spend hours a day here fixing things and composing nice little messages to send to users who have problems/questions.
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#165 | 14 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 ONE THING I WOULD LIKE TO SAY, THAT I REALIZE AFTER READING TROUGH ALL OF THESE POSTS. I DON'T THINK ANYONE, AND I MEAN ANYONE, MEANT ANY DISRESPECT TO " THE MODERATORS!!" YOU HAVE MY UTMOST RESPECT. YOU GIVE YOUR TIME FOR NOTHING AND ALWAYS ARE VERY HELPFUL AND UNDERSTANDING! NONE OF THIS WAS DIRECTED AT YOU I HOPE! I DON'T KNOW YOU ALL WELL, HOWEVER I DO KNOW SEAL & JRCANUCK! TWO MORE DEDICATED AND LOVED PEOPLE YOU CAN'T FIND, AND I KNOW THERE ARE MANY MORE OF YOU OUT THERE. YOU HAVE DONE NONE OF THIS, AND OUGHT TO BE CHEERED BY THE COMMUNITY FOR THE JOB THAT YOU DO!

ON MY PART!!!      

THANKS JIM 
I'll be patient Debbie, you know that i hope!

Hugs Jim
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#166 | 14 days ago

HOLLY CRAP!!!  I seriously hope everyone has this kind of "passion" for the daily trials and tribulations of their own lives! Oh, I guess they don't, we haven't achieved Utopia yet! I am not a big fan of the changes but to go so far as threatening to leave or actually calling out Mods! It's a sports website on the computer.  It's fun.  I have made some great friends even offline because of its' existence, but you know what, it has no effect on my job, family, etc... By the way some of you talk, its your reason for living.  If the new changes are not your cup of tea then don't log on.  It's just that simple.  Calling out people that you've never even met and being direspectful and vulgar toward them....really!  Most of you are adults with careers and families. Did you lose your mind when you logged in?  Did you revert back to elementary school and name calling? This is ridiculous!  Have fun on the site.  Pick your scores, do some trivia or quizzes, take and post polls, comment what you think to people instead of thumbs up and enjoy a fun free site to talk about sports! If not, leave.  I know some of you will not like this but its just like carding someone at the bar, if they're old enough they don't mind.  It's only the quilty that get pissed!

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#167 | 14 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
I'll be patient Debbie, you know that i hope!

Hugs Jim

#168 | 14 days ago

 Jess wrote:
A few things to remember.

1 - and I canNOT stress this enough: People's concerns are heard. This site was built on suggestions from users. Let's just break it down...when I joined the site it was like this:
  • There were no photo collections
  • There were no video collections
  • There was no trivia
  • There were no quizzes
  • There were no Fan Diaries (the only people who could write blogs were the editor, Ty, and like 2 other people)
  • There were no Featured Writers - if you wanted an article (hotlink now) featured, there was one user who could feature it. Period.
  • There were no Fan Points - the only points you earned were through Prediction Polls and Pick'em
  • There was no "overall rank"
  • There was no "team rank"
  • There were no "Smart" "Funny" and "Bold" - there was just a "Thumbs Up" option
  • There are probably more I'm forgetting...
Everything that there is now on that list was brought to the Q because it was suggested by users. Fantasy has been asked for since the dawn of FanIQ, as has some sort of "Virtual Currency" that people could use as a wager (we got a ton of "I'd like to actually USE my points for something...)Now - I realize that smart/funny/bold has been removed, but as I have said numerous times - this is a trial run. If, after fully testing it out, we find it doesn't work and that the community is still unhappy with it (we do give a chance for the initial aversion to change to wear off), we will discuss several different options that we may be able to do. Hey, we may even come up with something cooler than smart/funny/bold!

2 - Nobody is forced to buy Q Bucks if they don't want to. That's just an option if you choose to use it.
3 - Nobody is forcing you to play Fantasy. It didn't replace Pick'em and Prediction polls.
4 - Besides the accolades being replaced with Respect (which may be changing in some way), all of the great features are still here.
  • There are still polls
  • There is still Pick'Em
  • The sports blog is still here
  • There is still Trivia
  • There are still Quizzes
  • There are still Photos
  • There are still Videos
  • There are still Team Ranks
  • There are still overall game ranks (trivia, quizzes, etc.)
Also, I've been seeing a lot of people say on the one hand that they are thinking about leaving due to these changes. I'm confused as to the logic of this. I'm not ripping on anyone who has said that but I would really like to know - if you're leaving because of the changes then what were you here for? This site is still set apart from the other sports sites in that there is still social interaction.  Yes, the accolades gave us a way to send a quick little note letting someone know we liked someone's post but as I've said, we will be reviewing the new Respect system.

5 - The trivia issue - it's going to repeat questions to users who have spent a lot of time in trivia because of how it's built. It really isn't a glitch; people who have answered almost the entire library will see repeating questions so that they don't run out of questions to answer. If this isn't the case and someone feels as though they haven't answered nearly all the trivia library; report it as a bug.

6 - The old messages popping up - this is something that is being investigated.

7 - It's been three days since we made these changes. Yes, it's a complete overhaul - it's going to take some getting used to and we understand that. There have been complete overhauls in the past. You know the overall rankings people miss so much and the Fan points people earned to get there? People were TICKED when we initially added that. We had a slew of complaints that this is a SPORTS site and people shouldn't be able to earn points just for submitting content or getting profile views. People got used to that and became really competitive. (In retrospect, we probably should have named THAT season 2).

Anyway, we do hear people. We do take concerns into consideration. Of course every single suggestion won't be implemented, but a lot have - and we encourage people to continue making them. We appreciate you all, and urge you to just give Season 2 a chance and if things still bother you about it we're all ears (or eyes I suppose).
Great explanation Jess!  But when the questions in trivia repeat, you get no points for answering them. Also, what happened to our thought of the day? Or what I'm thinking to be more technical. I can't find it anymore.I enjoyed expressing my feelings about various subjects on my page. One more thing and I'm not trying to be argumentative. I think that all the fans should know this paragraph in the terms of use. It may keep them out of trouble with the cyber cops..

"Additionally, you are only eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes if you are at least 18 years old and meet all of the other criteria stated in the FantasyIQ Rules. However, (i) non-U.S. residents, and (ii) residents of Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Montana, and Vermont are not eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes (but you can play for FanIQ's virtual currency)".
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#169 | 14 days ago

 BAMA_73 wrote:

HOLLY CRAP!!!  I seriously hope everyone has this kind of "passion" for the daily trials and tribulations of their own lives! Oh, I guess they don't, we haven't achieved Utopia yet! I am not a big fan of the changes but to go so far as threatening to leave or actually calling out Mods! It's a sports website on the computer.  It's fun.  I have made some great friends even offline because of its' existence, but you know what, it has no effect on my job, family, etc... By the way some of you talk, its your reason for living.  If the new changes are not your cup of tea then don't log on.  It's just that simple.  Calling out people that you've never even met and being direspectful and vulgar toward them....really!  Most of you are adults with careers and families. Did you lose your mind when you logged in?  Did you revert back to elementary school and name calling? This is ridiculous!  Have fun on the site.  Pick your scores, do some trivia or quizzes, take and post polls, comment what you think to people instead of thumbs up and enjoy a fun free site to talk about sports! If not, leave.  I know some of you will not like this but its just like carding someone at the bar, if they're old enough they don't mind.  It's only the quilty that get pissed!

LOVE it! Excellent post!

#170 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
Great explanation Jess!  But when the questions in trivia repeat, you get no points for answering them. Also, what happened to our thought of the day? Or what I'm thinking to be more technical. I can't find it anymore.I enjoyed expressing my feelings about various subjects on my page. One more thing and I'm not trying to be argumentative. I think that all the fans should know this paragraph in the terms of use. It may keep them out of trouble with the cyber cops..

"Additionally, you are only eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes if you are at least 18 years old and meet all of the other criteria stated in the FantasyIQ Rules. However, (i) non-U.S. residents, and (ii) residents of Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Montana, and Vermont are not eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes (but you can play for FanIQ's virtual currency)".
I 've said enough today and it's Saturday night. I've got some things to do. Therefore, goodnight to ALL of you. 
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#171 | 14 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
I am sure I am in the minority, but I like this new Q. With that being said, I feel that there ARE some valid points that SuperStar123 and many others have. I mentioned this in another poll, but I am sure there can be a way to meet in the middle.

Correct me if I;m wrong, but in a nutshell, the major complaints are:
* Not enough Respects to give daily.
* Losing their Respects before they've used all 10. (Today is the first time this has happened to me.)
* Paying money for things like Virtual Currency and Fantasy games.

The latter is easily fixed... Use your given virtual currency to pay for fantasy games, and when you win, you gain more Q Bucks. (Hopefully you will win at times! lol!) Or.... simply don't spend your money. No one is expecting you to and you are not obligated in any way.

I know the mods have heard you (and me) saying the Respect thing isn't working out. But it has only been two days. I know most people don't like it already, but it really has NOT been that long! 

I apologize if I offend anyone, because that is not in my nature, but threatening to leave is not hurting the mods and it is not hurting the site. The only people who will be affected by you leaving are the ones who have become your friends. Personally, I feel that if you are good enough friends, you will find a way to connect outside of this site. May I remind everyone (please don't beat me, I am just trying to get a point across) that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past. So before anyone decides to leave, how about REALLY giving it a try? Changing your attitude might just change your perspective.

In no way do I have any problem with people voicing their concerns, but it appears the mods are aware of the issues, and some issues will be fixed.

I love my friends on here, and I have adjusted to the changes. No, I do not like all of it, but I also didn't like all of the things about Season 1, either. But I got used to it, just as I will get used to Season 2. One thing I appreciate is that when someone is impressed with a comment but their Respect is used up for the day, they personally address the person they want to Respect. And I, personally, have made friends simply because they replied favorably to one of my comments, as it broke the ice and opened up conversation.

Love your friends, and tolerate the site. For now... until it is tweaked as necessary. It is a personal decision if you feel the need to leave... but since there are a lot of friendships here, I think that outweighs any changes that have been made. Stick around and enjoy the bonds you have made.

And SuperStar... I may not agree with you, but I do respect your opinion... and I wanted to Respect your poll but I am out of Respect. But Jess tells us that will be fixed soon, and I believe her! 
I have no respect left today..But walk on mama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

People, are we 10 or 30 + WTF????????
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#172 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
Great explanation Jess!  But when the questions in trivia repeat, you get no points for answering them. Also, what happened to our thought of the day? Or what I'm thinking to be more technical. I can't find it anymore.I enjoyed expressing my feelings about various subjects on my page. One more thing and I'm not trying to be argumentative. I think that all the fans should know this paragraph in the terms of use. It may keep them out of trouble with the cyber cops..

"Additionally, you are only eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes if you are at least 18 years old and meet all of the other criteria stated in the FantasyIQ Rules. However, (i) non-U.S. residents, and (ii) residents of Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Montana, and Vermont are not eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes (but you can play for FanIQ's virtual currency)".
GOOD POINT! I WOULD GIVE YOU A RESPECT BUT IM OUT.
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#173 | 14 days ago

 bmcannon1 wrote:
I have been asking you that site name lol. I want to know it. It has GOT to better than this new thingy they have here. Was so mucher funner befor they changed it. WTF is this fantasy thing anyways? i think it's stupid. The respect  thing SUX. I already notice a lot of peaple gone. Im leaving it so please tell me the other site name. Thanks, Barton.
Bart I actually kinda like you, but in all seriuoness, if you go, do you really think that after 1 week, there wont be another to take your place?
To all of you..you as individuals, no big deal,  to the Q as a whole, a very big deal. If it makes you that mad to leave, then stay, and be a part of the solution, not the problem!

I am sorry dude, I always speak the truth!
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#174 | 14 days ago

 AndiLee0388 wrote:
I have no respect left today..But walk on mama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

People, are we 10 or 30 + WTF????????
.. or are we somewhere in between?

#175 | 14 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
Great explanation Jess!  But when the questions in trivia repeat, you get no points for answering them. Also, what happened to our thought of the day? Or what I'm thinking to be more technical. I can't find it anymore.I enjoyed expressing my feelings about various subjects on my page. One more thing and I'm not trying to be argumentative. I think that all the fans should know this paragraph in the terms of use. It may keep them out of trouble with the cyber cops..

"Additionally, you are only eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes if you are at least 18 years old and meet all of the other criteria stated in the FantasyIQ Rules. However, (i) non-U.S. residents, and (ii) residents of Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Montana, and Vermont are not eligible to play FantasyIQ for cash prizes (but you can play for FanIQ's virtual currency)".
The reason you don't get credit for the questions you've already answered is because you've already received the points for them (or not, if you answered incorrectly) - you've already seen them. Basically it just pulls in a repeat question so you don't have to sit and wait eons while it surfs for one you haven't seen yet if you've gone through most of the library.

For your thought of the day - it's still there, just right on the homepage. Directly under the Fantasy introduction banner you can enter your general thought of the day. To enter the thoughts of the day for your different sports, go to your profile and click the "Bio" tab - they're all still there.

I also saw somewhere that someone said something about not being able to see which friends visited their profile anymore - that's still there. Just go to your profile and click "Activity" and it shows in the upper right side of the page :)
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#176 | 14 days ago

 kantwistaye wrote:
.. or are we somewhere in between?
Yah what he said.LOL
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#177 | 14 days ago
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 SuperStar123 wrote:
I'll be patient Debbie, you know that i hope!

Hugs Jim
somedays i did not take faniq thats why i didnt send you messages

#178 | 14 days ago

 *sticks head in door...looks around at "Q" people bickering....slowly shakes head...... giggles quietly.......  shuts door *
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#179 | 13 days ago
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 As my final remark on and concerning this site: Having been an active "member " for just about a month now, I truly feel that I have been presented with a "bait and switch" scheme. After looking at the public information concerning Sportelligence, Inc. I do understand what is happening. I simply wish that those with a financial stake would be upfront and honest about it. The venture capital is gone ($4 million from Vantage Point Venture Partners) and the development has been or soon will be outsourced overseas.
"Faniq (Sportelligence, Inc) is a well positioned social network for sports, focusing on its sports fan audience to contribute to its blogs, trivia, casual games and other engaging vertical properties. The site has 1.5 million registered members, 2.5 million unique visitors and is growing rapidly.
Leading all aspects of technology, including engineering, QA and technical operations. Co-directing the company product strategy, achieving a 2000% increase in site usage this year.
Building the technology team from scratch, implementing all release processes and building a robust weekly agile product release pipeline. Faniq is now in a position to expand its technical staff through an overseas outsourced team."
FanIQ will no longer be the site that veteran members got used to over the so called Season 1. They need operations revenue.
I wish the FanIQ employees great luck. I wish the end users even more luck but this petition means little or nothing to the fine folks at Sportelligence. You might want to contact Andreas Hjelming, in San Francisco, for better information on the future of FanIQ.
Farewell.
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#180 | 13 days ago

 BAMA_73 wrote:

HOLLY CRAP!!!  I seriously hope everyone has this kind of "passion" for the daily trials and tribulations of their own lives! Oh, I guess they don't, we haven't achieved Utopia yet! I am not a big fan of the changes but to go so far as threatening to leave or actually calling out Mods! It's a sports website on the computer.  It's fun.  I have made some great friends even offline because of its' existence, but you know what, it has no effect on my job, family, etc... By the way some of you talk, its your reason for living.  If the new changes are not your cup of tea then don't log on.  It's just that simple.  Calling out people that you've never even met and being direspectful and vulgar toward them....really!  Most of you are adults with careers and families. Did you lose your mind when you logged in?  Did you revert back to elementary school and name calling? This is ridiculous!  Have fun on the site.  Pick your scores, do some trivia or quizzes, take and post polls, comment what you think to people instead of thumbs up and enjoy a fun free site to talk about sports! If not, leave.  I know some of you will not like this but its just like carding someone at the bar, if they're old enough they don't mind.  It's only the quilty that get pissed!

Lol!!   Stop making so much sense... You're gonna end all the fighting!!
                            
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#181 | 13 days ago

 cuddles127017 wrote:
When i first came to the site, i was only doing trivia and i liked how my points kept increasing  and i would come back when i didn't have anything else to do just to get a few  more points.  I just liked the idea that i was improving.  that's all the points meant to me and  still does.    Then i found  the quizzes and that just added to the excitement.   Finally i found the locker  room and i was hooked.  I had never found a place on the Internet in about 10 yrs of being on here  that had so many smart and witty people in one place.  Well most are gone now.    This is three nights i have set here and done the polls with my heart breaking.  Something major has been lost here and i for one am grieving.   Maybe the powers that be don't understand there are alot of sports fans who don't gamble  whether with real or fake money.   Buying gifts for other fans?   what the heck does that have to do with sports or the camaraderie of the locker room?  I don't like the word "respect" to give for something i find funny or smart.   I hate to leave a site i loved so much but i am signing this petition.    Tell us fast when you are going to change it back, i will never like this.
I can relate to this almost perfectly as I started with IQ in much the same way. Basically it  just turned fun and addictive. And it is true, so many smart and witty people in one place and I really enjoyed letting them know about it with the rating system. Now, I have to be so carefull with who gets what and where. I don't care for the Qbucks nor the challenges. There are other sites that offer that but none in my experience had the fun of season 1. As with others who already said it, I will probly leave also. But not so suddenly or dramatically or out of protest or sign off  with a good bye speech but rather more like just fade away. I get most of my sports updates from other sites anyway but this place had much more to offer and that's why I was here every evening. I will try to give it an honest chance but so far I don't care for the changes very much. Before it was fun for me without even trying, I don't feel like working at it now to get to that same place.
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#182 | 13 days ago

 Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
there are three kinds of people on the  Q  complainers,ass kissers, and people who really care about this site. Which one are you?? I don't like the changes anymore than most.But it is inevitable that these changes will stand.Because we are just names,If you choose to leave its your choice.Do you think they care??For every person who leaves they get five more people joining who know nothing about how the Q was formatted. As for losing your friends?? If they are true friends they will stay in contact with you. I didn't have the opportunity to know mooser but from what i have heard they seem to be very down to earth.For someone to say"that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past" moved on??
This person sounds like they are taking out the garbage. You can never have enough friends for what ever reason.But just because they left you don't make it seem like oh well moving on.As if they never existed.Stoning is too good for this person. I myself would not waste the fricken rocks.Bottomline FanIQ is doing a money grab.I have seen it on many sites.They introduce you to the site,then you get addicted,and once you get comfortable they hit you with some kind of payment.WHY WOULD I PAY 30 DOLLARS OR EVEN 5 DOLLARS FOR Q BUCKS??so i can buy imaginary stuff??You have to ask yourself what are you really getting for your money??
Rob... I am quoting what you wrote about me in your comment: 

As for losing your friends?? If they are true friends they will stay in contact with you. I didn't have the opportunity to know mooser but from what i have heard they seem to be very down to earth.For someone to say"that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past" moved on??
This person sounds like they are taking out the garbage. You can never have enough friends for what ever reason.But just because they left you don't make it seem like oh well moving on.As if they never existed.Stoning is too good for this person. I myself would not waste the fricken rocks.

You obviously did not get my point, but with as many people that gave a respect on my comment (comment #22, in case you can't find it), I am sure they understood what I was getting at.

First of all, I was one of the ones who felt empty when Mooser left. But it was his choice and there wasn't anything we could do to change his mind. For days on end, people "grieved" in a way for him, with polls and comments applauding his humor, wit, and wisdom. I said my goodbyes, and he graciously left a way to get in touch with him if I ever felt the need. In no way was I saying "Oh well, moving on" as if he was just a name or as if he never existed. I just chose not to dwell on it too much, because that would not bring him back. Clearly you did not understand my point that I was moving on with the site... not moving on and brushing a friend aside.

Secondly, if you re-read my comment, along with any other comments that I make, I have nothing but respect for everyone on this site, regardless of their opinion. If my opinion differs from someone else's, I will certainly verbalize it, but I HAVE NEVER and WILL NEVER slander or criticize someone for their opinion! I feel that your attack on me for stating my opinion was unfounded, especially with words as harsh as Stoning is too good for this person. I myself would not waste the fricken rocks.

I have to say that those words were extremely hurtful, especially since I have always been kind to the people on this site. If you really think that my comment was insensitive in some way, I would have no problem with you saying you thought it was insensitive. At least then I would have been able to clarify what I meant. I just don't feel I deserved the comment you hurled at me.
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#183 | 13 days ago

 I'm Hitting the showers! I'll check back into the locker room in a couple of days and see if the mood is any better!
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#184 | 13 days ago

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I_GARDNER wrote:
I'm Hitting the showers! I'll check back into the locker room in a couple of days and see if the mood is any better!
I KNOW, RIGHT!

BUT I'M STAYING,ALL THIS BICKERING MAKES ME FEEL RIGHT AT HOME.

Y'ALL MY BIG FAN IQ HAPPY DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY
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#185 | 13 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
I'll be patient Debbie, you know that i hope!

Hugs Jim
Cool
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#186 | 13 days ago

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Pat wrote:
Have you ever seen a comment that was just so stupid and ridiculous that you couldn't help but to shake your head and feel sorry for the person who wrote it? Yeah... I've seen comments like that before too. Just saying.

PATRICIA, WHY DO YOU HAVE TO BE SUCH A CONDESCENDING JACKASS?
I mean as a Mod, shouldn't you at least fake impartiality,dude!
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#187 | 13 days ago
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SuperStar123 wrote:
 I FOR ONE AM NOT GOING TO STAY IF MANAGEMENT DOESN'T START RESPONDING TO THE MAJORITY OF THE COMMUNITIES CONCERNS. I HAVE MADE A LOT OF FRIENDS HERE, AND I'LL TAKE THEIR MEMORIES WITH ME, HOWEVER I AM NOT STAYING IF SOME CHANGES ARENT MADE AND MANAGEMENT STARTS COMMUNICATING WITH THE COMMUNITY'S CONCERNS!!!!

JIM 
I agree, and liked the other version of this site much better; the only problem I have is that this should be a site for fans, now it seems it is determined by the moderators, and the fans, some of them i am sure like this new version better.. but for me.... I do not like it one bit, and my days are numbered here as well... I do not need a moderator telling me who, what, where, when, and what I can and can not say... and making comments to my posts, when I am not directing my comment to them in the first place...you know who you are...I'm with you Jim!
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#188 | 13 days ago

 i was worng and i apologize for my comments. i'm not long to get hard with..oops hard to get along with.again my deepest apologies:(
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#189 | 13 days ago

 Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
i was worng and i apologize for my comments. i'm not long to get hard with..oops hard to get along with.again my deepest apologies:(
Thank you Rob... that means a lot! You're forgiven!
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#190 | 13 days ago

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Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
i was worng and i apologize for my comments. i'm not long to get hard with..oops hard to get along with.again my deepest apologies:(
Thank you Rob... that means a lot! You're forgiven!

(Edit: forgiven twice, apparently! LOL)
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#191 | 13 days ago

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Man I could have given out all 10 respects here in this thread, and still needed some more!

Jess, Pat , Chief,Leslie, Raven and especially Bama's comment Great answers all the way around. (Not sucking up, ya'll have nothing I want ..LOL)

EDITED DUE TO APOLOGY..Thank you sir for apologizing to LJ!

That is what has amazed me most in the past week, seeing some true colors come shining through, both bad and good. Very interesting indeed.

Ah well, what time does the fantasy draft start?
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#192 | 13 days ago

 you are hucking filarious  ROFLMAO can i borrow ten respects till i get my memory back??:)
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#193 | 13 days ago

 AndiLee0388 wrote:
Man I could have given out all 10 respects here in this thread, and still needed some more!

Jess, Pat , Chief,Leslie, Raven and especially Bama's comment Great answers all the way around. (Not sucking up, ya'll have nothing I want ..LOL)

EDITED DUE TO APOLOGY..Thank you sir for apologizing to LJ!

That is what has amazed me most in the past week, seeing some true colors come shining through, both bad and good. Very interesting indeed.

Ah well, what time does the fantasy draft start?
It's cool, girl... Comment was probably made in a moment of frustration, but he apologized and made it all better!

#194 | 13 days ago

 Pat is like the brother i never wanted
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#195 | 13 days ago

 Cherrie wrote:
PATRICIA, WHY DO YOU HAVE TO BE SUCH A CONDESCENDING JACKASS?
I mean as a Mod, shouldn't you at least fake impartiality,dude!
Mods have stars. I don't have a star. While I may have all of the responsibilities of a mod, I'm clearly a little different. At any rate, I have no need for impartiality, when it comes to people personally calling me out, and then making utterly ridiculous and unfounded claims.

When someone says something ridiculous, I have every right to express my opinion. Just like the rest of you.

The comment that you are referring to is my response to someone insinuating that Kramer had anything to do with a couple members leaving and/or being deleted, and that it was done so Kramer could be the #1 Steelers fan. He didn't come right out and say that, but it was the obvious insinuation. So when someone makes such a laughably ignorant and ridiculously stupid claim, I feel like I have no choice but to point out just how ridiculous that is.
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#196 | 13 days ago

  Damn can this post be anymore longer I just came here to shat on Pat...challenging me is gonna get him served!  

Bottom line on this "Petition" it's a damn website (a mighty fine one that I love) get over it, don't like go somewhere else.  I mean really a petition?  Looking for lost ass patrons on a free site?  Get people's emails, go start a site if this one isn't up to par anymore, or even better yet leave?  I'm just saying this is really out of control.  Pat does a great job, the moderators do a great job and Jess kicks ass. Case closed.
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#197 | 13 days ago
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Jays_Leafs_Ffan wrote:
Pat is like the brother i never wanted
 As you say, that is hucking filarious  
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#198 | 13 days ago
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djjfrench wrote:
 Damn can this post be anymore longer I just came here to shat on Pat...challenging me is gonna get him served!  

Bottom line on this "Petition" it's a damn website (a mighty fine one that I love) get over it, don't like go somewhere else.  I mean really a petition?  Looking for lost ass patrons on a free site?  Get people's emails, go start a site if this one isn't up to par anymore, or even better yet leave?  I'm just saying this is really out of control.  Pat does a great job, the moderators do a great job and Jess kicks ass. Case closed.
 HEY IT'S AMERICA RIGHT? HOW DO YOU THINK WE GOT FREEDOM, BY PETITION! NOW I HAVE TO TEACH HISTORY!  
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#199 | 13 days ago

 djjfrench wrote:
 Damn can this post be anymore longer I just came here to shat on Pat...challenging me is gonna get him served!  

Bottom line on this "Petition" it's a damn website (a mighty fine one that I love) get over it, don't like go somewhere else.  I mean really a petition?  Looking for lost ass patrons on a free site?  Get people's emails, go start a site if this one isn't up to par anymore, or even better yet leave?  I'm just saying this is really out of control.  Pat does a great job, the moderators do a great job and Jess kicks ass. Case closed.
No just corny, don't compare our country's history to whining about a website change, thanks.
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#200 | 13 days ago

 So let me get this straight..Mods get paid nothing but they get a star... you on the other hand have similar responsabilities,have no star and get paid less than nothing?? what a concept  ROFLMAO.
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#201 | 13 days ago

 I love the mods
they put in a lot of time and effort
guess i dont understand the new system
I did understand the points system

maybe Im not on here enough
IDK

maybe its time for me to go
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#202 | 13 days ago

 The_Real_Stoney wrote:
I think it depends on what you use the site for.. If you look at it from a sports only view, no the site hasn't changed much at all, and actually has improved.. But there are 80 million places to get sports information, and the thing that made this site unique was it was more than that.  I can get your updates on sports news then answer a poll about spotted dick.  A lot of people that spend quite a bit of time on here do so in the locker room, and that's where you can see the negative side of the new format.  For me personally, I enjoy doing the pick em's and sports polls and messing around on the locker room polls and with the people in here..  Now, it's become very informal and structured, which may have been the intended purpose, but it's taken away a great deal of the social interaction and fun.
Completely agree with you. For a lack of better words to me it has become less exciting. Especially when I log on to see who has left me any messages,comments,etc. Its been the same for days. This new Q seems like there's been a wall put up between fans. all those high fives,funny,smart,and bold comments let you know what you had to say about something was appreciated and shows personality. And you could communicate with the person who left them for you.  I don't think all the changes needed to be done. Everything could have been left alone and added the new things(Respects)for the exceptional comments and the FANTASY SPORTS could have just been added as an option like the quizzes,polls etc. With the season 1 & 2 combined It would please everyone.  And the gift thing,well I could live without it. Just doesn't seem right to be on a sports site. Unless your passing out sports memorabilia
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#203 | 13 days ago

 missvangogh wrote:
Completely agree with you. For a lack of better words to me it has become less exciting. Especially when I log on to see who has left me any messages,comments,etc. Its been the same for days. This new Q seems like there's been a wall put up between fans. all those high fives,funny,smart,and bold comments let you know what you had to say about something was appreciated and shows personality. And you could communicate with the person who left them for you.  I don't think all the changes needed to be done. Everything could have been left alone and added the new things(Respects)for the exceptional comments and the FANTASY SPORTS could have just been added as an option like the quizzes,polls etc. With the season 1 & 2 combined It would please everyone.  And the gift thing,well I could live without it. Just doesn't seem right to be on a sports site. Unless your passing out sports memorabilia
 woud have given you some respect but they have disapeared again....so this will have to do

#204 | 13 days ago

 Man, all this seems to boil down to is "blah blah blah, we can't be ranked high quickly through using friends to give us bonuses".

This is a website for talking sports.  So talk sports.  If you're actually a fan, and not just some chump who wants to be a big fish in a little internet pond, you won't give a squirrel's nutsack what sort of ranking system there is.  You don't need ranks, points and what not.  Either you have a well-founded, intelligent opinion to share, or you don't.

So how about you all go back to enjoying the triviality of things instead of trying to make it a giant pissing contest?  Screw Q Bucks, screw rankings, screw points.  Talk sports to talk sports, not to make your e-peen seem larger.

It's not the people who are making the changes that are the problem, it's the petty little twits that think sports intelligence can only be judged on points, bucks and rankings that are the problem.
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#205 | 13 days ago

 Pat wrote:
Mods have stars. I don't have a star. While I may have all of the responsibilities of a mod, I'm clearly a little different. At any rate, I have no need for impartiality, when it comes to people personally calling me out, and then making utterly ridiculous and unfounded claims.

When someone says something ridiculous, I have every right to express my opinion. Just like the rest of you.

The comment that you are referring to is my response to someone insinuating that Kramer had anything to do with a couple members leaving and/or being deleted, and that it was done so Kramer could be the #1 Steelers fan. He didn't come right out and say that, but it was the obvious insinuation. So when someone makes such a laughably ignorant and ridiculously stupid claim, I feel like I have no choice but to point out just how ridiculous that is.
WHATEVER
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#206 | 13 days ago

 Gee I wonder why you got banned. Now you're using another profile? Interesting.

#207 | 13 days ago
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djjfrench wrote:
No just corny, don't compare our country's history to whining about a website change, thanks.
 SAME THING.... LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT. RIGHT! 
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#208 | 13 days ago
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No, it's the changes.
 RIGHT ON BABE!!! SORRY NO RESPECTS LEFT! THEY ARE STILL GOING SOMEWHERE. 
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#209 | 13 days ago
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snwcat7 wrote:
Lol!!   Stop making so much sense... You're gonna end all the fighting!!
                            
I LIKE THAT! LOL!
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#210 | 13 days ago
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missvangogh wrote:
Completely agree with you. For a lack of better words to me it has become less exciting. Especially when I log on to see who has left me any messages,comments,etc. Its been the same for days. This new Q seems like there's been a wall put up between fans. all those high fives,funny,smart,and bold comments let you know what you had to say about something was appreciated and shows personality. And you could communicate with the person who left them for you.  I don't think all the changes needed to be done. Everything could have been left alone and added the new things(Respects)for the exceptional comments and the FANTASY SPORTS could have just been added as an option like the quizzes,polls etc. With the season 1 & 2 combined It would please everyone.  And the gift thing,well I could live without it. Just doesn't seem right to be on a sports site. Unless your passing out sports memorabilia
 Probably the most rational response I have heard since I started this Petition. Gee, that would have been simple & it would have worked. Duh. Sometimes the simplest answer is the easiest!!! I really appreciate you saying this. Might not have had this WALL that I don't think will ever go away. It used to be that I couldn't wait to get here, now it's like do I really want to? And I guess the answer is getting to be NO   , unfortunately. Well, hopefully I can contact all my friends & we can decide on a site we like & continue our friendship! I want you to know how much I appreciated your simple solution so much, that I'm going to PM it just in case you miss this post. 

Thanks for the simplest answer! I would, of course, give you a RESPECT, however they seem to have taken some more from me while I was out of the house!!!    

Hugs Jim 
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#211 | 13 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
I LIKE THAT! LOL!
  I respect your liking that!!
    
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#212 | 13 days ago

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Cherrie wrote:
WHATEVER
Cherrie, Pat's absolutely right.  The comment he replied to did everything but flat out say "_______ got deleted just so that YOU could be the #1 Steelers fan and team leader, Kramer."  I think we all know that's ridiculous.

*edit*  For the record, Cherrie, here's that member's reply to my original comment in this thread, you'll see why Pat made the comment he did:
Yes, they are gone and now you are the Steelers leader. How convenient for you.
 

 

#213 | 13 days ago
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snwcat7 wrote:
  I respect your liking that!!
    
 CUTE  
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#214 | 13 days ago
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Toejam wrote:
 woud have given you some respect but they have disapeared again....so this will have to do
 Sorry Jess, I didn't think when I posted it! Sorry! Thank you for he heads up!  
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#215 | 13 days ago

 Just a note regarding posting other websites in public forums - it's not allowed. You are, however welcome to tell your friends in private messages if you would like to meet up with them elsewhere.
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#216 | 13 days ago

 Jess wrote:
Just a note regarding posting other websites in public forums - it's not allowed. You are, however welcome to tell your friends in private messages if you would like to meet up with them elsewhere.
Thanks.
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#217 | 13 days ago
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#218 | 13 days ago

 I can't complain anymore, i'm tired of it, and I'm just gonna stay and do what I can. except the changes,... tho, I'd like the "Respect" limit corrected, and maybe add 'funny' or "Don't respect" or something other than Respect, respect, respect.

Its a little like when gas prices go up, you may not like it, but, you still buy the gas. I'll get used to it,
I suppose...maybe, in time.

#219 | 12 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Well I am a fan of the new respect system and only getting 10 a day means you really have to say/write something of the highest quality. That of which you did.
Well it seems to me that anyone on the community of the Q likes the new change. Hum Wonder why? Must be some reason? Lets get that point of view? If no one is happy why leave it? I joined a fantasy football thing and said I would get an e-mail guess what I never received anything. A lot on this sight needs to be fixed. I will be in the middle of sending someone a message and it just disappears. Very aggravating! I'm really not one to complain but this is totally ridiculous I can only give out 2 "RESPECTS" per person? Please! Who said that person only deserves 2 per day? Leave your $ thing Just go change the RESPECT thing! Let us give as may as we want and when we what. Someone tell me whats the harm?
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#220 | 12 days ago

 Pat wrote:
I'd actually make a case that the new changes haven't done anything to the joy... but people complaining about it has sucked the joy out.
If it was changed back you wouldnt have to read all the complaints!
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#221 | 12 days ago

 Cherrie wrote:
WHATEVER
ok, I'm over it!
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#222 | 12 days ago

 Pat wrote:
I'd actually make a case that the new changes haven't done anything to the joy... but people complaining about it has sucked the joy out.
I just spent 6000 of my 7000 pts to send birthday cakes to my son, and daughter, whose the frekkin genius that decided to make birthday cake cost 3000 points?! It's not the people, it's the changes:-(
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#223 | 12 days ago

 Cherrie wrote:
I just spent 6000 of my 7000 pts to send birthday cakes to my son, and daughter, whose the frekkin genius that decided to make birthday cake cost 3000 points?! It's not the people, it's the changes:-(
I don't even know what to say to this. But I hope that you come back and read this later, and realize how insane this sounds.
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#224 | 12 days ago

 (Edited by Cherrie)
Pat wrote:
I don't even know what to say to this. But I hope that you come back and read this later, and realize how insane this sounds.
Oh, I see, that's a change you can't or won't defend. You're are free to call my writing insane, and I am free to call your writngs Prickish (Faniq speak). Have a nice day.
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#225 | 12 days ago

 LJHeath73 wrote:
Rob... I am quoting what you wrote about me in your comment: 

As for losing your friends?? If they are true friends they will stay in contact with you. I didn't have the opportunity to know mooser but from what i have heard they seem to be very down to earth.For someone to say"that when Mooser left, there were a lot of people who felt an emptiness, a sadness because his presence was missed instantly. But we moved on, and found new people to enjoy and now (god, I know I will get stoned for this) Mooser is a thing of the past" moved on??
This person sounds like they are taking out the garbage. You can never have enough friends for what ever reason.But just because they left you don't make it seem like oh well moving on.As if they never existed.Stoning is too good for this person. I myself would not waste the fricken rocks.

You obviously did not get my point, but with as many people that gave a respect on my comment (comment #22, in case you can't find it), I am sure they understood what I was getting at.

First of all, I was one of the ones who felt empty when Mooser left. But it was his choice and there wasn't anything we could do to change his mind. For days on end, people "grieved" in a way for him, with polls and comments applauding his humor, wit, and wisdom. I said my goodbyes, and he graciously left a way to get in touch with him if I ever felt the need. In no way was I saying "Oh well, moving on" as if he was just a name or as if he never existed. I just chose not to dwell on it too much, because that would not bring him back. Clearly you did not understand my point that I was moving on with the site... not moving on and brushing a friend aside.

Secondly, if you re-read my comment, along with any other comments that I make, I have nothing but respect for everyone on this site, regardless of their opinion. If my opinion differs from someone else's, I will certainly verbalize it, but I HAVE NEVER and WILL NEVER slander or criticize someone for their opinion! I feel that your attack on me for stating my opinion was unfounded, especially with words as harsh as Stoning is too good for this person. I myself would not waste the fricken rocks.

I have to say that those words were extremely hurtful, especially since I have always been kind to the people on this site. If you really think that my comment was insensitive in some way, I would have no problem with you saying you thought it was insensitive. At least then I would have been able to clarify what I meant. I just don't feel I deserved the comment you hurled at me.
 For those of you who don't know Leslie (is that even possible.... she is the Queen of attention whores! Love ya Leslie! hehehe) She is one of the most stand up people on this site.  Often times I have had conversations with her in private on issues that she did not agree with but felt that it was better for her not to say anything at all rather than get caught up in a debate that might turn ugly.

I have a lot of respect for Leslie and I think, if you were to get to know her, you would as well Rob!
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#226 | 12 days ago

 (Edited by LJHeath73)
Haha... thanks Carl... although I do have to say that I DID debate with you on a few things... but when a Pats fan and a Steelers fan go head-to-head, the result is never a good one! So backing off can sometimes be the smart thing to do! haha!

And BTW... Rob and I kissed and made up! 
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#227 | 12 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Ok...well then how about this. No athlete in any sport anywhere has stats that carry over from one season to the next. Everyone starts 0-0 each new season.
But they have career stats,too,if I'm not mistaken!
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#228 | 12 days ago

 McGregorMick wrote:
But they have career stats,too,if I'm not mistaken!
Yes and those are still in your profile...




There are mine.

#229 | 12 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Yes and those are still in your profile...




There are mine.
 Thanks, I was hoping you would do that.
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#230 | 12 days ago

 MissAJrFan wrote:
...yeah...me too...  i suggested "lick" for a fan action and i've heard nothing...and that was almost a year ago... should i have started a petition?  
I'll be the first to sign that one...
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#231 | 12 days ago

 What gift would you like to see for our hard earned Q bucks?

Slap that suggestion in there MissA! Then recruit Jr. to the Q and well, you know...
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#232 | 11 days ago

 Raven73 wrote:
What gift would you like to see for our hard earned Q bucks?

Slap that suggestion in there MissA! Then recruit Jr. to the Q and well, you know...
IF only it were that easy!

#233 | 11 days ago

 woody050681 wrote:
I'll be the first to sign that one...
I'm lobbying for a demonstration....
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#234 | 11 days ago

 huskerfan_ia wrote:
I'm lobbying for a demonstration....
...that's what she said...
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#235 | 11 days ago

 MissAJrFan wrote:
...that's what she said...
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#236 | 11 days ago

  well said Bowie

#237 | 11 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 JESS,

I VALUE YOUR OPINIONS. AND I'M GLAD THAT YOU ARE INVESTIGATING THE RESPECT THING. I HAVE 7 LOST TODAY, I HAVE TOO MANY THINGS RIGHT NOW THAT I DON'T LIKE TO NAME THEM, BUT I RESPECT YOU AND ALWAYS HAVE. I APPRECIATE YOUR ANSWER.  I HAVE SEEN SOME OF YOUR ANSWERS IN OTHER POLLS. I'M JUST AFRAID THAT PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS RIGHT NOW. I KNOW THAT CORPORATE HAS TO MAKE MONEY TO RUN A SITE, HOWEVER I WISH THAT BEFORE YOU CHANGED EVERYTHING, YOU WOULD HAVE LET THE COMMUNITY HAVE HAD SOME INPUT. AS I PSYCHOLOGIST I KNOW IT'S VERY IMPORTANT THAT PEOPLE FEEL INVESTED IN THE COMMUNITY, AND SOMEBODY WITH A PSYC BACKGROUND ON YOUR STAFF SHOULD HAVE CONSIDERED THIS. 

THAT BEING SAID, YOU ARE MY FAVORITE PERSON ON STAFF, AND YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN ANYTHING BUT HELPFUL & RESPONSIVE TO ME, AND FUN WHILE YOU WERE DOING IT. I HOPE YOU TAKE A MAJOR ROLE IN THIS, BECAUSE I THINK YOU HAVE MORE OF THE CONFIDENCE OF THE COMMUNITY THAN THE REST OF STAFF. I AM NOT TRYING TO BE A TROUBLESOME HOWEVER I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN OUT SPOKEN WHERE I CONSIDER MY FRIENDS ALSO UNHAPPY! 

THANKS FOR YOU ANSWER!

JIM  
 

#238 | 11 days ago

  HOW COULD ONE LIMIT OUR RESPECTS TO OTHERS ????????
 I strongly oppose  the limit of respects irrespective of whatever the logic/reasons the faniq authorities may provide.
Who cares for money on this site ?
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#239 | 11 days ago

 Cherrie wrote:
Oh, I see, that's a change you can't or won't defend. You're are free to call my writing insane, and I am free to call your writngs Prickish (Faniq speak). Have a nice day.
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#240 | 11 days ago

 Cherrie wrote:
No, it's the changes.
You tell him. You know Pat people complain about you behind your back now I see why. Your an a**
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#241 | 11 days ago

 I give myself about another month in here and I will have forgotten how I did everything in Season One. I'm alright with what's going on. I'd like to have more thumbs to give out but hey, it's a free website and nobody's making me stay. I like the Q.
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#242 | 11 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
You tell him. You know Pat people complain about you behind your back now I see why. Your an a**
Actually, I'm a realist, and some people just can't handle that, because they like to do nothing but whine. And the reason they complain behind my back is because they don't have the stones to do it to my face. That's because they know they'll look stupid, because they have nothing valid to complain about.

In other news, personal attacks (including calling people "an a**") are against the FanIQ Code of Conduct. You might want to refrain from doing so in the future.

Glad I could be of assistance. Have a great day.
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#243 | 11 days ago

 Beaneaters wrote:
I give myself about another month in here and I will have forgotten how I did everything in Season One. I'm alright with what's going on. I'd like to have more thumbs to give out but hey, it's a free website and nobody's making me stay. I like the Q.
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#244 | 10 days ago

 Jubanator14 wrote:
Well I am a fan of the new respect system and only getting 10 a day means you really have to say/write something of the highest quality. That of which you did.
 we are missing the fun in the name of quality my dear friend!
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#245 | 10 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 YOU ARE RIGHT NADER AND YOU ARE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR PEOPLE ON HERE. OF COURSE I'M JEALOUS, BUT IT'S THE TRUTH!    

     
 to both of you nader/super star !!
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#246 | 10 days ago

 Jess wrote:
A few things to remember.

1 - and I canNOT stress this enough: People's concerns are heard. This site was built on suggestions from users. Let's just break it down...when I joined the site it was like this:
  • There were no photo collections
  • There were no video collections
  • There was no trivia
  • There were no quizzes
  • There were no Fan Diaries (the only people who could write blogs were the editor, Ty, and like 2 other people)
  • There were no Featured Writers - if you wanted an article (hotlink now) featured, there was one user who could feature it. Period.
  • There were no Fan Points - the only points you earned were through Prediction Polls and Pick'em
  • There was no "overall rank"
  • There was no "team rank"
  • There were no "Smart" "Funny" and "Bold" - there was just a "Thumbs Up" option
  • There are probably more I'm forgetting...
Everything that there is now on that list was brought to the Q because it was suggested by users. Fantasy has been asked for since the dawn of FanIQ, as has some sort of "Virtual Currency" that people could use as a wager (we got a ton of "I'd like to actually USE my points for something...)Now - I realize that smart/funny/bold has been removed, but as I have said numerous times - this is a trial run. If, after fully testing it out, we find it doesn't work and that the community is still unhappy with it (we do give a chance for the initial aversion to change to wear off), we will discuss several different options that we may be able to do. Hey, we may even come up with something cooler than smart/funny/bold!

2 - Nobody is forced to buy Q Bucks if they don't want to. That's just an option if you choose to use it.
3 - Nobody is forcing you to play Fantasy. It didn't replace Pick'em and Prediction polls.
4 - Besides the accolades being replaced with Respect (which may be changing in some way), all of the great features are still here.
  • There are still polls
  • There is still Pick'Em
  • The sports blog is still here
  • There is still Trivia
  • There are still Quizzes
  • There are still Photos
  • There are still Videos
  • There are still Team Ranks
  • There are still overall game ranks (trivia, quizzes, etc.)
Also, I've been seeing a lot of people say on the one hand that they are thinking about leaving due to these changes. I'm confused as to the logic of this. I'm not ripping on anyone who has said that but I would really like to know - if you're leaving because of the changes then what were you here for? This site is still set apart from the other sports sites in that there is still social interaction.  Yes, the accolades gave us a way to send a quick little note letting someone know we liked someone's post but as I've said, we will be reviewing the new Respect system.

5 - The trivia issue - it's going to repeat questions to users who have spent a lot of time in trivia because of how it's built. It really isn't a glitch; people who have answered almost the entire library will see repeating questions so that they don't run out of questions to answer. If this isn't the case and someone feels as though they haven't answered nearly all the trivia library; report it as a bug.

6 - The old messages popping up - this is something that is being investigated.

7 - It's been three days since we made these changes. Yes, it's a complete overhaul - it's going to take some getting used to and we understand that. There have been complete overhauls in the past. You know the overall rankings people miss so much and the Fan points people earned to get there? People were TICKED when we initially added that. We had a slew of complaints that this is a SPORTS site and people shouldn't be able to earn points just for submitting content or getting profile views. People got used to that and became really competitive. (In retrospect, we probably should have named THAT season 2).

Anyway, we do hear people. We do take concerns into consideration. Of course every single suggestion won't be implemented, but a lot have - and we encourage people to continue making them. We appreciate you all, and urge you to just give Season 2 a chance and if things still bother you about it we're all ears (or eyes I suppose).
 we need our unlimited  accolades/respects back pleaaaaaaaaaaaaase..my dear Jess!

#247 | 10 days ago

 SuperStar123 wrote:
 JESS,

I VALUE YOUR OPINIONS. AND I'M GLAD THAT YOU ARE INVESTIGATING THE RESPECT THING. I HAVE 7 LOST TODAY, I HAVE TOO MANY THINGS RIGHT NOW THAT I DON'T LIKE TO NAME THEM, BUT I RESPECT YOU AND ALWAYS HAVE. I APPRECIATE YOUR ANSWER.  I HAVE SEEN SOME OF YOUR ANSWERS IN OTHER POLLS. I'M JUST AFRAID THAT PEOPLE AREN'T HAPPY CAMPERS RIGHT NOW. I KNOW THAT CORPORATE HAS TO MAKE MONEY TO RUN A SITE, HOWEVER I WISH THAT BEFORE YOU CHANGED EVERYTHING, YOU WOULD HAVE LET THE COMMUNITY HAVE HAD SOME INPUT. AS I PSYCHOLOGIST I KNOW IT'S VERY IMPORTANT THAT PEOPLE FEEL INVESTED IN THE COMMUNITY, AND SOMEBODY WITH A PSYC BACKGROUND ON YOUR STAFF SHOULD HAVE CONSIDERED THIS. 

THAT BEING SAID, YOU ARE MY FAVORITE PERSON ON STAFF, AND YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN ANYTHING BUT HELPFUL & RESPONSIVE TO ME, AND FUN WHILE YOU WERE DOING IT. I HOPE YOU TAKE A MAJOR ROLE IN THIS, BECAUSE I THINK YOU HAVE MORE OF THE CONFIDENCE OF THE COMMUNITY THAN THE REST OF STAFF. I AM NOT TRYING TO BE A TROUBLESOME HOWEVER I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN OUT SPOKEN WHERE I CONSIDER MY FRIENDS ALSO UNHAPPY! 

THANKS FOR YOU ANSWER!

JIM  
...think these are respects super star!! 

#248 | 10 days ago

 nader2009 wrote:
You are not jealous or you should not be cause I just find out that no one respects me on this site,boo hoo.
You have much more respects than very few that I have,wink.
hahahahahahahaha
 ha...haseems super star respect reach to heights with this 'respect issue"

#249 | 10 days ago

 ablesser88 wrote:
Seriously.  There are some changes to the site that I like, but for all that I am concerned about, it threw the old season's statistics out of the door.  I used to be in the top 400 and now its like all of the points, time, and memories have been basically thrown out the window.  Its sad.

Go back to the levels (except add more, maybe up to 50 or something that would take longer to get to) and make career stats the main focus.  It the Q wants to have stats for members rising the ranks fast, I am not opposed to that, but don't start us off at the beginning as if nothing we did last season mattered.
 

#250 | 10 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
You tell him. You know Pat people complain about you behind your back now I see why. Your an a**
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#251 | 10 days ago

  Does this explain why i still have ZERO respect till now... 
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#252 | 10 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
You tell him. You know Pat people complain about you behind your back now I see why. Your an a**
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#253 | 6 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
You tell him. You know Pat people complain about you behind your back now I see why. Your an a**
LOL! LOL! LOL! So true Sherry. You could have used z's though.
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#254 | 6 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
If it was changed back you wouldnt have to read all the complaints!
DEMOCRACY STOPS AS SOON AS YOU SIGN IN! MY DRILL INSTRUCTOR USED TO SAY SOMETHING TO THAT AFFECT.
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#255 | 6 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
LOL! LOL! LOL! So true Sherry. You could have used z's though.
 I'll say this one more time, those who are agreeing that Pat was being ignorant on this poll need to understand that his initial comment was in reply to some bogus conspiracy theory.  I don't always see eye to eye with him, but in this poll he was right.
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#256 | 6 days ago

 Season 1 was a much better format than what we have now.  I miss getting fan points or IQ points, being able to do pick 'em, quizzes and polls and getting points, being able to give people comments that were smart or funny (why has it been consolidated to just respect), being able to give negative feedback to stupid remarks, or being able to give as many smarts or funnies as I wished.  What I like about season 2 is the showcase, but not how bucks are awarded.  I hope management will think seriously about what is happening, because it appears a lot a people are being driven away. 
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#257 | 6 days ago

 kramer wrote:
 I'll say this one more time, those who are agreeing that Pat was being ignorant on this poll need to understand that his initial comment was in reply to some bogus conspiracy theory.  I don't always see eye to eye with him, but in this poll he was right.
You can call this 'What goes around comes around'! If he had not been an arrogant know it all in many previous comments, people would value his opinion far more than they do!
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#258 | 6 days ago

 chisoxfan84 wrote:
You can call this 'What goes around comes around'! If he had not been an arrogant know it all in many previous comments, people would value his opinion far more than they do!
See... the thing you fail to realize, Mr. "Joe Crede is a better clutch hitter than David Ortiz", is that in these situations, I actually DO know more than most people, because I work for the site, and I see a lot of things that everyone else doesn't. That's why I try to help and let people know what's going on, and answer questions.

People can call me an ass, and quite honestly, it doesn't bother me at all. Their opinion of me makes no difference whatsoever. The fact remains that I am here to 1) talk sports, and 2) let people know what's going on with the site, when they have questions.

People can listen to what I'm saying, and become more knowledgeable, or they can call me an ass and continue on in their ignorance. I honestly couldn't possibly care less. I do my job by letting people know what's up... from there, the ball is in their court.
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#259 | 6 days ago

 (Edited by Sherry63)
chisoxfan84 wrote:
You can call this 'What goes around comes around'! If he had not been an arrogant know it all in many previous comments, people would value his opinion far more than they do!
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#260 | 6 days ago

 Sporz_Freek wrote:
LOL! LOL! LOL! So true Sherry. You could have used z's though.
HE TOLD ME TO WATCH IT I CANT USE A** BUT HE JUST WROTE SOMETHING AND SPELLED IT ALL OUT. IM 46 NO 2
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#261 | 6 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
HE TOLD ME TO WATCH IT I CANT USE A** BUT HE JUST WROTE SOMETHING AND SPELLED IT ALL OUT. IM 46 NO 2
 You can say ass, just not with hole.
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#262 | 6 days ago

 ChristiSunshine wrote:
 You can say ass, just not with hole.
WELL HOPE PAT KNOWS THIS SO HE DONT BIT** TO OTHERS.
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#263 | 6 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
WELL HOPE PAT KNOWS THIS SO HE DONT BIT** TO OTHERS.
 You can also spell that one out in the sense you're using.  Bitch is allowed as a verb, not the noun form.
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#264 | 6 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
WELL HOPE PAT KNOWS THIS SO HE DONT BIT** TO OTHERS.
 Pat knows, that's why he spelled it out himself.
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#265 | 6 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
HE TOLD ME TO WATCH IT I CANT USE A** BUT HE JUST WROTE SOMETHING AND SPELLED IT ALL OUT. IM 46 NO 2
There's a difference between saying a word, and a personal attack. There are a lot of words that are not against the Code of Conduct, but would be, if you used them in an attack against someone else. This seems like it should be a fairly easy concept for a 46-year old to understand. What's the problem?
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#266 | 6 days ago

  I had just come  back in to clarify that you can't call someone an ass.  Too late once again!!!
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#267 | 6 days ago

 Jess wrote:
A few things to remember.

1 - and I canNOT stress this enough: People's concerns are heard. This site was built on suggestions from users. Let's just break it down...when I joined the site it was like this:
  • There were no photo collections
  • There were no video collections
  • There was no trivia
  • There were no quizzes
  • There were no Fan Diaries (the only people who could write blogs were the editor, Ty, and like 2 other people)
  • There were no Featured Writers - if you wanted an article (hotlink now) featured, there was one user who could feature it. Period.
  • There were no Fan Points - the only points you earned were through Prediction Polls and Pick'em
  • There was no "overall rank"
  • There was no "team rank"
  • There were no "Smart" "Funny" and "Bold" - there was just a "Thumbs Up" option
  • There are probably more I'm forgetting...
Everything that there is now on that list was brought to the Q because it was suggested by users. Fantasy has been asked for since the dawn of FanIQ, as has some sort of "Virtual Currency" that people could use as a wager (we got a ton of "I'd like to actually USE my points for something...)Now - I realize that smart/funny/bold has been removed, but as I have said numerous times - this is a trial run. If, after fully testing it out, we find it doesn't work and that the community is still unhappy with it (we do give a chance for the initial aversion to change to wear off), we will discuss several different options that we may be able to do. Hey, we may even come up with something cooler than smart/funny/bold!

2 - Nobody is forced to buy Q Bucks if they don't want to. That's just an option if you choose to use it.
3 - Nobody is forcing you to play Fantasy. It didn't replace Pick'em and Prediction polls.
4 - Besides the accolades being replaced with Respect (which may be changing in some way), all of the great features are still here.
  • There are still polls
  • There is still Pick'Em
  • The sports blog is still here
  • There is still Trivia
  • There are still Quizzes
  • There are still Photos
  • There are still Videos
  • There are still Team Ranks
  • There are still overall game ranks (trivia, quizzes, etc.)
Also, I've been seeing a lot of people say on the one hand that they are thinking about leaving due to these changes. I'm confused as to the logic of this. I'm not ripping on anyone who has said that but I would really like to know - if you're leaving because of the changes then what were you here for? This site is still set apart from the other sports sites in that there is still social interaction.  Yes, the accolades gave us a way to send a quick little note letting someone know we liked someone's post but as I've said, we will be reviewing the new Respect system.

5 - The trivia issue - it's going to repeat questions to users who have spent a lot of time in trivia because of how it's built. It really isn't a glitch; people who have answered almost the entire library will see repeating questions so that they don't run out of questions to answer. If this isn't the case and someone feels as though they haven't answered nearly all the trivia library; report it as a bug.

6 - The old messages popping up - this is something that is being investigated.

7 - It's been three days since we made these changes. Yes, it's a complete overhaul - it's going to take some getting used to and we understand that. There have been complete overhauls in the past. You know the overall rankings people miss so much and the Fan points people earned to get there? People were TICKED when we initially added that. We had a slew of complaints that this is a SPORTS site and people shouldn't be able to earn points just for submitting content or getting profile views. People got used to that and became really competitive. (In retrospect, we probably should have named THAT season 2).

Anyway, we do hear people. We do take concerns into consideration. Of course every single suggestion won't be implemented, but a lot have - and we encourage people to continue making them. We appreciate you all, and urge you to just give Season 2 a chance and if things still bother you about it we're all ears (or eyes I suppose).
Such a long comment to respond to, sorry folks, I'm doing it so this one pops up on her Wall.

Hey Jess, kind of off topic, but this post of yours highlighted something (and I'm sending you PM about this as well ... jus so you know what I'm referencing in it) ...

Can the Post# be added to the top of a Reply where it says "Jess wrote" .... so it would resemble something like this

"Post #146 - Jess Wrote"

I wanted to give you Respect for that, and to cheat I did Page Find for "Jess", but your name is very common, so it still took quite a while to identify this particular post ... knowing the number would make it 10 times faster.

..........................................Sorry that was off topic........................................

ON TOPIC:

I agree with the MODS!!  Season II was much needed! 

1.  It would've been too unfair for everyone to simply keep their points or ranking going into Season II, because we all know Season I had glitches that were exploited by many. 

2.  People need to understand it's 100 times easier to identify a problem than it is to find a solution for it!  It was obvious that PQ's were a constant annoyance by most, and simply having one style of Respect makes it easier to keep a score/rank. 

3.  On a site with a newly added section for identifying glitches, reporting bugs, and requesting future additions, it's rather silly to think that a Petition would be more effective (not to dis anyone, eve the creator), just saying ..... the "Petition" has already been created for you.  If all else fails, and you simply can't find "It" ... jus PM Jess or another Mod ... they're always happy to assist.
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#268 | 5 days ago

 ChristiSunshine wrote:
 You can say ass, just not with hole.
You Can Say That Again.
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#269 | 4 days ago

 Sherry63 wrote:
HE TOLD ME TO WATCH IT I CANT USE A** BUT HE JUST WROTE SOMETHING AND SPELLED IT ALL OUT. IM 46 NO 2
i USE ZZZZZZZZZ'S ALL THE TIME!
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#270 | 3 days ago
SuperStar123 (+)

Sherry63 wrote:
HE TOLD ME TO WATCH IT I CANT USE A** BUT HE JUST WROTE SOMETHING AND SPELLED IT ALL OUT. IM 46 NO 2
 CAN'T LET GO, HUH BABE! 
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