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ESPN 30 for 30 - O.J.: Made in America
Wayne Arnold replied to YoloinOhio's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
How is that relevant? Serious question. -
I guarantee Briles will be HC of a power conference program (likely the SEC) by the end of December.
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"I believe in being a multiple defense, an attacking defense, a physical defense. (Seattle) are a very physical defense; they play a very simple scheme and let their guys play. But I don't think that's why you hire a Ryan." He's got that right. Hence the fall from #2 in 2014 to #24 in 2015. Let dominant players be dominant? Nah, we'll over-complicate things so they're frozen in confusion as opposing offenses light us up.
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Dri Archer claimed off waivers
Wayne Arnold replied to Kirby Jackson's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Poor guy is taking this claim by the Bills really hard. I can imagine that it would be devastating. God speed, young man. #prayers #staystrong -
RIP Baylor Football. You had a good run.
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Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Whaley works for the NFL and said "I personally believe humans shouldn't play football." When an NFL representative states something like that, it upsets people who think more should be done on the NFL's part to change the game in order to improve the safety of it as opposed to denying and covering up the truth. It's not what Whaley said that bothers people. Rather, it's the hypocrisy of it. If Whaley had said "I don't think humans should play football as it is today, and I'm devoting my life to changing the sport for the better." then people would be applauding him. But that's not what he said nor meant. -
That's literally what he said. You can try to spin it as much as you want. There's no missing context in the statement "I personally don't think humans are supposed to play (football)." He said what he said and it cannot be denied. Riiiiiiiiight.
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Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
If you say so! -
Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Has there ever been an NFL GM in the history of the league who has hit on every draft? Bill Polian was a genius when he landed Bruce, Andre, Kelly, Bennett, etc. He was a bum when he was fired from the Colts after putting together a team that picked first overall. That's just one example but there are many studies that show how much of a crapshoot the NFL Draft is. -
Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
No one is "offended." Some people think his idiotic comments are comical, others are either puzzled or annoyed by them. Then others think it's indicative of his incompetence. -
It's not as if Whaley were vague. He LITERALLY SAID "I personally don't think humans are supposed to play (football)." An absolutely ridiculous statement for a General Manger of a National Football League team to make.
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Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Go on Twitter and you can find people like Chris Trapasso, Rob Quinn, etc. who could do exactly what Whaley does with regard to "finding talent." It's hilarious how complicated you think it is. And there are only 32 NFL GM jobs because there are only 32 NFL teams. Are you saying public speaking is not part of an NFL GM's job? -
Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
If I ruled the world, football would be much different. I love so many aspects of it which is why I keep watching and supporting the NFL and Bills. But I hate the violence and adverse effects it can have on those who participate. I wish more of those in charge of the NFL and its teams would make a stronger effort to change the sport for the better. But if I truly believed that "humans are not supposed to play" football like Whaley literally stated then I couldn't in good conscience make my living off of those who do play the sport. "Embarrassed" isn't the same as "doomed." Not just "anyone." But a helluva lot more than there are number of NFL GM positions. It's far from rocket science. It's proven fact that draft results are overwhelmingly luck and very little skill, for instance. -
Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Almost anyone can replace Whaley if all his job requires him to do is "find talent." That's not at all difficult in this day and age considering the vast amount of resources available. Besides finding a quality head coach, his job description should also entail adequate public speaking skills and not embarrassing the league or organization. -
Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
Verbally challenged. Even ignoring that aspect of his position - the jury is still out on whether or not he's "pretty good at his job." The longer we wait for this team to accomplish something real as we see Whaley going viral over stupid statements, the hotter Whaley's seat gets. -
Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
I try to give people the benefit of the doubt. There are multiple intelligences and maybe Whaley is a smart guy who is just terrible at speaking. But considering he's a General Manager of an NFL team and public speaking is part of his job, it's a really bad "look." -
Not at all. If he doesn't want to take heat for such a statement then he should either quit is job or do everything in his power to change the way the game is played to make it safer. Until then, making a public statement like that will go viral in a negative fashion.
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Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
It's a pretty big deal for an NFL GM to say something like that. It's like an executive of Papa John's making a public statement "I personally don't think humans are supposed to eat pizza. Oh by the way, keep eating pizza you fat suckers." It's not only bad for the brand, but it makes Whaley look like a deplorable person for willingly continuing to make his living signing players on to participate in a sport that he believes "human beings aren't supposed to play" because it's so hazardous to their long-term health. It's one more example in a list of many of Whaley making himself look extremely unintelligent and unqualified for the position he currently holds. Funny you mention Tim Horton's because that's exactly where I was thinking. But not their coffee. When I take my kids there we need to literally sit and wait at least 15 minutes blowing on their mac-n-cheese before they're able to eat it. It's as if they take it directly from the fiery pits of hell. No idea if they have *CAUTION: HOT* labeled on the container. -
Doug Whaley comments going viral
Wayne Arnold replied to DC Greg's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
You should care if you are a Bills fan. One more example of our challenged GM putting his foot in his mouth. -
It's a pretty big deal for an NFL GM to say something like that. It's like an executive of Papa John's making a public statement "I personally don't think humans are supposed to eat pizza. Oh by the way, keep eating pizza you fat suckers." It's not only bad for the brand, but it makes Whaley look like a deplorable person for willingly continuing to make his living signing players on to participate in a sport that he believes "human beings aren't supposed to play" because it's so hazardous to their long-term health. It's one more example in a list of many of Whaley making himself look extremely unintelligent and unqualified for the position he currently holds.
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John Clayton: Bills "Regressed" in the Offseason
Wayne Arnold replied to 26CornerBlitz's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
He has the most physical ability and potential, and he's still young. But you're right in that he's been awful even when healthy. -
John Clayton: Bills "Regressed" in the Offseason
Wayne Arnold replied to 26CornerBlitz's topic in The Stadium Wall Archives
And NFL GM's are always right! I'm not "assuming" anything. I'm simply talking probabilities. I hope Taylor can improve but from Week 1 to Week 17 he never really showed much improvement with regard to his pocket awareness (my biggest concern with him), anticipation throws and mid-range throwing accuracy. It's also extremely unlikely that Taylor will continue to connect on deep throws at the rate he did in 2015 - unless Taylor really is the best deep thrower in the NFL. Bills were lucky that their two worse starters (by far) were the only ones to suffer injury. Their backups were actually better. Hopefully we see (massive) improvement from both Miller and Henderson.
