VABills Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 You folks are aware that all that gear is sold every week and the money is donated to American Cancer Society. Hell they could do it for 17 weeks, IMHO.
KD in CA Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 And here I was just wondering how long it would take for the juvenile idiots to whine about it this year. Yeah, raising money for breast cancer isn't worth having to see players wearing pink trim for a few games. Some of you need to grow the !@#$ up.
todd Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 Yea, it's horrible they need to raise awareness of breast cancer. Yes, what a waste of fashion opportunity. Screw a worthy cause, MrWilson60's fashion sense is offended!
Mr. WEO Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 And here I was just wondering how long it would take for the juvenile idiots to whine about it this year. Yeah, raising money for breast cancer isn't worth having to see players wearing pink trim for a few games. Some of you need to grow the !@#$ up. I treat patients with breast cancer. I'm certainly not whining about this. Just pointing out that if the NFL was interested health issues, it would be more meaningful to target their audience, which is almost exclusively male. The biggest cancer killer is lung and it receives a fraction of the funding breast cancer does. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer and it receives even less funding than lung. Instead, the NFL choses breast cancer research to support--not because it is underfunded (it's the most heavily funded)--but because it is the most high profile cancer (or disease in general) charity in the country. It's a social phenomenon. That's why I thought they were being cynical. But feels free to whine about whining.
Dennis in NC Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 A whole month each season? Come on man Unfortunately, pink seems the perfect color for the Bills 2012 defense...
KD in CA Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 I treat patients with breast cancer. I'm certainly not whining about this. Just pointing out that if the NFL was interested health issues, it would be more meaningful to target their audience, which is almost exclusively male. The biggest cancer killer is lung and it receives a fraction of the funding breast cancer does. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer and it receives even less funding than lung. Instead, the NFL choses breast cancer research to support--not because it is underfunded (it's the most heavily funded)--but because it is the most high profile cancer (or disease in general) charity in the country. It's a social phenomenon. That's why I thought they were being cynical. But feels free to whine about whining. Thanks for your preaching, but this thread wasn't created to debate the NFL's priorities in charitable giving, it's about people having a problem with the color pink. But feel free to keep sharing your sanctimonious bullish--.
Just in Atlanta Posted October 7, 2012 Posted October 7, 2012 Brain cancer. Lung cancer. Stomach cancer. Bladder cancer. Skin cancer. Prostate cancer. Add a million other diseases. But the NFL focuses on breast cancer. All month. The pink thing, for four games, is overkill, ineffective, arbitrary, and obnoxious.
papazoid Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 National Breast Cancer Awareness Month existed long before the NFL publicized it. Every October since 1984 has been National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The Senator Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 Brain cancer. Lung cancer. Stomach cancer. Bladder cancer. Skin cancer. Prostate cancer. Add a million other diseases. But the NFL focuses on breast cancer. All month. The pink thing, for four games, is overkill, ineffective, arbitrary, and obnoxious. It's ridiculous. And it looks ridiculous. BTW, I didn't notice any pink on Jim Harbaugh today.
Pondslider Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 I have no problem with the breast cancer awareness month and the pink stuff. (Although some do - see pinkwashing.) I would like to see prostate cancer awareness get some play from the NFL with some of the powder blue stuff. MLB does that on Father's Day and it wouldn't hurt to help raise some awareness and funding for prostate cancer research. Prostate cancer is just as serious for men and breast cancer is for women, but way behind in research and funding. good post
Alphadawg7 Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 I treat patients with breast cancer. I'm certainly not whining about this. Just pointing out that if the NFL was interested health issues, it would be more meaningful to target their audience, which is almost exclusively male. The biggest cancer killer is lung and it receives a fraction of the funding breast cancer does. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer and it receives even less funding than lung. Instead, the NFL choses breast cancer research to support--not because it is underfunded (it's the most heavily funded)--but because it is the most high profile cancer (or disease in general) charity in the country. It's a social phenomenon. That's why I thought they were being cynical. But feels free to whine about whining. You are wrong...NFL didn't start the program, Dan Snyders wife did and it started with the Redskins and spread to 28 of the teams. It was not chosen because its high profile but because Mrs Snyder is passionate about it and did something about it unlike most people who do nothing.
Mr. WEO Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 Thanks for your preaching, but this thread wasn't created to debate the NFL's priorities in charitable giving, it's about people having a problem with the color pink. But feel free to keep sharing your sanctimonious bullish--. As you know, this isn't about the color pink. It's about an OP annoyed with the intrusion of the breast cancer advocacy on his enjoyment of the game. You chastised him for this (I respect the basis of your opinion)--not about his aversion "to the color pink". Obfuscation. There is no sanctimony in my response. Someone asked me why I thought the NFL was being cynical and I responded and gave my reasoning. If you want to join that discussion, I welcome you. If you would rather simply conclude that those who question the NFL's motivation in this are "whiners" and "sanctimonious", you really aren't helping advance whatever point you're trying to make.
BuffOrange Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 (edited) Prostate cancer is just as serious for men and breast cancer is for women, but way behind in research and funding. This. Much like the gender gap in college graduates that favors women, it's one of those things that the PC police would be crying bloody murder about if the situation were reversed and nobody would argue w/ them. But anyone who speaks up for men in this country is an insensitive (and in this case pro-cancer) pig. Whatever. Edited October 8, 2012 by BuffOrange
White Linen Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 The cause is just but the execution is poor. Not really. It's got you posting about it. It got a topic started about it on a Buffalo Bills blog site. All because the players are wearing pink. So maybe just maybe someone will talk about it with their wife/girlfriend, they will go get an exam, and catch the cancer sooner than later.
Kipers Hair Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 (edited) Really - the Bills stink the joint up and now the breast cancer awareness people are fair game? Between you and me, our defense should be draped in a nice shade of pink... Edited October 8, 2012 by Kipers Hair
Marshmallow Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 (edited) A whole month each season? Come on man My sister died of breast cancer on April 17, 2011, at 5:35AM. I watched her take her last breath. She was only 42 and left behind a husband and 5-year-old daughter. You = d-bag Edited October 8, 2012 by Marshmallow
ThurmasThoman Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 My sister died of breast cancer on April 17, 2011, at 5:35AM. I watched her take her last breath. She was only 42 and left behind a husband and 5-year-old daughter. You = d-bag i can play this game too. im a cancer survivor, was diagnosed when i was a kid. made it through. has nothing to do with the nfl. millions of people have cancer, millions of people die of different things every day. they "awareness" color for the cancer i had is lime green. im deeply offended that you dont think every nfl team should accent its uniforms for 25% of the season in lime green. im sorry you lost your sister, im sorry i had cancer, im sorry cancer exists - doesnt mean a quarter of every single nfl season from now until the end of time needs to look like a godd*mn easter egg hunt at a local preschool.
Just Jack Posted October 8, 2012 Posted October 8, 2012 This thread is getting too heated, for all the wrong reasons. I suggest if you really want the NFL know how you feel, contact them directly... National Football League 280 Park Ave., 15th Fl. New York, NY 10017 Phone: 212-450-2000 Fax: 212-681-7599
flomoe Posted October 16, 2012 Posted October 16, 2012 I couldn't agree more. That **** is so obnoxious. If it was for a week I'd appreciate the gesture, but to pull this stunt for 1/4 of the season is overkill. I'd just as soon have them dress the refs in cycler spandex to promote road safety awareness. I respect your opinion about the NFL going a bit over the top with Breast Cancer Awareness but it is a very common disease that potentially could affect half of the population of the planet, and the better looking half at that. My wife is a recent Breast Cancer survivor and without the likes of the NFL and so many other organizations out there bringing this disease to light, i could be without a wife and my children could be without a mother right now. Anything that the NFL does regarding this is a positive for everyone.
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