Pulled Hammies Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Jim Kelly Out, Joe Theismann in for Legend's Banquet and football clinic
PearlHowardman Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 So, if you don't see a picture of somebody in a long time, you're surprised that they look older?? No, not ten years older.
Luxy312 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Based on what? Seriously? Well, maybe you didn't live in WNY back in the 1990's, but him and a number of other Bills favorites back in the day could be found out boozing most Friday nights at some of the local haunts. They were pretty big drinkers.
thebandit27 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Seriously? Well, maybe you didn't live in WNY back in the 1990's, but him and a number of other Bills favorites back in the day could be found out boozing most Friday nights at some of the local haunts. They were pretty big drinkers. And that would lead you to believe that he has a drinking issue currently? The fact that he partied as a 20-something 20 years ago?
quinnearlysghost88 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 And that would lead you to believe that he has a drinking issue currently? The fact that he partied as a 20-something 20 years ago? Jim Kelly has been a notorious drinker, well past his 20s. Also, the reason I said that was a. the aforementioned knowledge of seeing him as a fixture at Big Tree and b. Jill Kelly not at liberty to say what's going on? Why even mention it then? So everyone can speculate instead?
thebandit27 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Jim Kelly has been a notorious drinker, well past his 20s. Also, the reason I said that was a. the aforementioned knowledge of seeing him as a fixture at Big Tree and b. Jill Kelly not at liberty to say what's going on? Why even mention it then? So everyone can speculate instead? He's also been a well-publicized non-drinker for several years now. He was also a well-publicized football player with a number of injuries during his career, any of which could be affecting him right now. It's a bit presumptuous to conclude that it's a drinking issue when it could be so many other things. As for Jill's mentioning it, I thought the reasoning was made pretty obvious in her statement: so that those that care enough to do so can offer prayers of support.
quinnearlysghost88 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 He's also been a well-publicized non-drinker for several years now. He was also a well-publicized football player with a number of injuries during his career, any of which could be affecting him right now. It's a bit presumptuous to conclude that it's a drinking issue when it could be so many other things. As for Jill's mentioning it, I thought the reasoning was made pretty obvious in her statement: so that those that care enough to do so can offer prayers of support. I'm not being snarky, but I really haven't heard any of this non-drinking for several years. Where did you see/hear this?
The Poojer Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 this is an article from march...he had a cyst removed perhaps it was more than they thought at first http://www.sj-r.com/sports/x1037524456/Former-Bills-QB-Kelly-overcomes-health-problems
Kellyto83TD Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Prayers for the greatest QB and player this team has ever had.
thebandit27 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 I'm not being snarky, but I really haven't heard any of this non-drinking for several years. Where did you see/hear this? He gave it up when he became a Christian a few years back...he talks a bit about it in this interview: http://www.prodigalmagazine.com/men-of-god-spotlight-jim-kelly/ "You can only have your so-called young years being a typical professional athlete that goes around and has fun, but there comes a time in your life when that has to change and you have to become the father you’ve wanted to be and be a husband to your wife. I’m where I want to be and I’m very happy with it."
jimmyjack88 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Get well soon Jimbo. Joking about someones health is a crock.
tennesseeboy Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Well it is something pretty serious if his wife is asking for prayers.....let's all pray for the guy.
May Day 10 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Im hoping that because she was so loose about it, it isnt anything that serious
Mr. WEO Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 (edited) this is an article from march...he had a cyst removed perhaps it was more than they thought at first http://www.sj-r.com/...health-problems I agree this sounds ominous. I hope this isn't malignant. He gave it up when he became a Christian a few years back...he talks a bit about it in this interview: http://www.prodigalm...ight-jim-kelly/ "You can only have your so-called young years being a typical professional athlete that goes around and has fun, but there comes a time in your life when that has to change and you have to become the father you’ve wanted to be and be a husband to your wife. I’m where I want to be and I’m very happy with it." He doens't claim abstinence from alcohol in the article. Edited May 29, 2013 by Mr. WEO
papazoid Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 when I hear "serious battle" under our roof......I immediately think of cancer (my sister in law is fighting her battle and currently winning).
Russ 'Em Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 I talked to Jim at an autograph session a few weeks ago and he said he was having surgery on his jaw. Some sort of infection that needed to be removed. And he still drinks for the record.
kabnt2005 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 Yeaaaaaaah Jim definitely hasn't quit drinking (as of the last time we hung out last year). And he didn't just become Christian, he just really got into it more when Hunter was sick (and since then).
bills1960 Posted May 29, 2013 Posted May 29, 2013 He had the perseverance to go to four straight super bowls, an illness of any kind has nothing on him. Best wishes, Jimbo.
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