Doc Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Holy ****. Yeah, really. Makes me think the Bills knew what they were doing when they cut him free.
run dat back Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 This is sad news. I hope things work out for him - health is way more important than almost anything else.
boyst Posted August 8, 2013 Author Posted August 8, 2013 Alright, you guys got me wondering. Maybe it is just because JR is in Pittsburgh now... but if DJones did blossom, what would his ceiling be? A solid #2? At best? A version of Josh Reed we wanted and never got at a #2.5?
DC Tom Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Alright, you guys got me wondering. Maybe it is just because JR is in Pittsburgh now... but if DJones did blossom, what would his ceiling be? A solid #2? At best? A version of Josh Reed we wanted and never got at a #2.5? A solid possession receiver. And there's nothing wrong with that. Teams are built around superstars, but built BY the solid, workmanlike players.
dayman Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 There was never any evidence Jones could play. The kidney thing is sad but lets not just assume the guy was a player b/c of it.
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Alright, you guys got me wondering. Maybe it is just because JR is in Pittsburgh now... but if DJones did blossom, what would his ceiling be? A solid #2? At best? A version of Josh Reed we wanted and never got at a #2.5? I saw him as a solid 2; more of a speed guy than reed. Recall that really nice slant he turned into a 60 yard TD last year against the jets. That was a real glimmer of potential. Also, recall the 2-3 weeks leading up to that high ankle sprain 2 years ago-- he was the best receiver on the team. I think injuries and some dropsies were his downside. But I thought he showed real potential.
boyst Posted August 8, 2013 Author Posted August 8, 2013 I agree with the few thoughts above. I hestitate saying that but I would put him even with Brad Smith as value to this team.
bbb Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 There was never any evidence Jones could play. The kidney thing is sad but lets not just assume the guy was a player b/c of it. I would have totally agreed with this two years ago. But, I really liked his improvement last year. http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/donald-jones-retire-kidney-issues-buffalo-bills-new-england-patriots-080713
bbb Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Gotta love this: Donald @Dajones19 2h Goin back to the Ralph for the season opener to check all my boys out. Hope to see everybody there.
Mark Vader Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Holy ****. No kidding, that is scary. God bless him and may he recover from this disease. I liked him as a player. He did not strike me as an All-Pro, but he did make plays as a WR and on special teams, and I thought he was a decent-to-good #2 WR. Sad news indeed.
eball Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 There's an article suggesting the Bills told him they wouldn't retain him because of health issues. In any event, I hope the guy leads a good life.
billsfan89 Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 (edited) D.Jones will always have a great moment in Bills history as he was instrumental in ending out losing streak against the Pats* a couple of years ago. He had 101 yards on 5 catches that game and he flashed potiental at times the past couple of years. I wish the guy all the best. D.Jones never struck me as a guy that could be a top 2 WR and his skills didn't translate that well to the slot. But I always thought his ceiling was a 4th WR that could make a big play here and there Edited August 8, 2013 by billsfan89
bowery4 Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Best to you DJ. Sad to hear but you lived a dream most can't.
eball Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 D.Jones will always have a great moment in Bills history as he was instrumental in ending out losing streak against the Pats* a couple of years ago. He had 101 yards on 5 catches that game and he flashed potiental at times the past couple of years. I wish the guy all the best. D.Jones never struck me as a guy that could be a top 2 WR and his skills didn't translate that well to the slot. But I always thought his ceiling was a 4th WR that could make a big play here and there Bad ball awareness skills. Could catch the slant, but always looked terrible trying to lock in on a sideline throw. Great blocker. You're right; not a top-two guy but somebody who could contribute and make a play here and there. Sad when something you can't control takes away your dream, though.
Dorkington Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Gotta love this: Donald @Dajones19 2h Goin back to the Ralph for the season opener to check all my boys out. Hope to see everybody there. I do love it.
Gugny Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Holy ****. A couple years ago, I went to the doctor with a splitting headache (had the headache for a few days and it was literally bringing me to tears) ... I've never been one to get headaches and it seemed odd. I was guessing I had a sinus infection. The LPN took my temperature, then my BP. She said, "hmmm." Then asked to take it using my other arm. She said, "I need to get another nurse, I think I'm doing something wrong." Another LPN came in, took my BP, then said, "I need to get the doctor." Doctor came in, took my BP and told me it was 225 over 130. She then told me I could have either a stroke or a heart attack at any moment, then proceeded to do a quick neurological-type test (follow the pen with your eyes, etc.) to see if anything may have already happened. Sent to the hospital where I was given a pill to "crash" my BP, given an CT Scan and an ECG. By the grace of God, the headache was the only side affect. I continue to be on BP medications, but through weight loss and quitting smoking, I'm hoping to come off of them. Either way ... I'm thankful that nothing more serious happened to Donald Jones. Heaven forbid he was not being monitored and continued to work out at that pace. I always liked this guy as a Bill and he's always seemed like a good person. I wish him the best and I think it's really cool that he's going to the home opener to see his former teammates. Here's to a long, happy, prosperous life.
kickedface Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 health issue like this are always rough. but he should be able to make it through it as long as he doesn't get stupid about things.
FireChan Posted August 8, 2013 Posted August 8, 2013 Did he say what disease he has? Berger's disease or IgA nephropathy, it's an immune disorder resulting in the accumulation of IgA in the subunits of the kidney. It's a very bad disorder, could result in being on dialysis if his kidney's fail. At 25, that's pretty rough.
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