AirBledsoe11 Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 I think that Bledsoe NOT coming out right away and saying, Yes, this is my team and I will do whatever is needed to make it better, Shows he is thinking of leaving. Remember, last year when the issue came up he was quick to say no problem and it was done... Not the case this year... That is why It seems to me that the longer this goes with silence the more likley Bledsoe will NOT take the pay cut and will leave for another team... Does anybody agree??
Bill from NYC Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 I'm not so sure. Maybe he is smart enough to let his agent bring the details to him and decide what to do instead of mouthing off like a jackass to the media across America.
AirBledsoe11 Posted January 20, 2005 Author Posted January 20, 2005 It's now 6:13am central time....They just announced he is coming up.....
Navy Chief Navy Pride Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 If him staying quiet is a true sign of him leaving then I can only hope someone has glued his lips shut.
Bob4Bills Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 We know Drew to be anything but a 'mouthoff jacka--' and -despite the non-stop harassing he gets- many teams would take him in a heartbeat. I think it comes down to him. With the Bills surrendering a 1st rounder to get the QB of the future for this team, he has to decide if he's willing to mentor JP and play where/when needed or if he has the burning desire and belief in himself that he's starter material and would rather leave. His demeanor is tough to read as he doesn't wear his emotions on his sleeve -opening himself to critism in a testostrone laden profession. My take, he's doing some serious soul searching as he and his family are WNYers' by choice and his playclock is ticking. I think he eventually does what's asked by the Bills as TD/MM aren't likely to hand the reins over to JP during the kids first off season, thus encouraging an open competition in camp. As a team, the Bills would truely benefit from this, IMO.
Fezmid Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 I think that Bledsoe NOT coming out right away and saying, Yes, this is my team and I will do whatever is needed to make it better, Shows he is thinking of leaving. Remember, last year when the issue came up he was quick to say no problem and it was done... Not the case this year... That is why It seems to me that the longer this goes with silence the more likley Bledsoe will NOT take the pay cut and will leave for another team... Does anybody agree?? 212019[/snapback] What silence? He already HAS said it's his team. You want him to say it daily? CW
Navy Chief Navy Pride Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 TD is going to announce a blockbuster deal sending TH and DB to the Cards for the #8 overall pick.
dib Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to speak and remove all doubt."
Buffalo_Stampede Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 TD is going to announce a blockbuster deal sending TH and DB to the Cards for the #8 overall pick. 212031[/snapback] And Bledsoe knows how to read a defense.
BuffaloBud Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 TD said that they will be making decisions on both TH and DB within the next couple of weeks. In the case of DB, they will consider the opinion of the vets. In the case of TH, they will not give him away. If other team wants to trade, they have to make an appropriate offer. TD thinks that NE and Philly win this week, although Pitt is in his heart.
Coach Tuesday Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 Mostly talked about the Steelers and Pats. Said last week's Pats-Colts game was one of the best-coached games he's seen. Expects the Pats and Eagles to win this weekend. On the Bills: - said he needs to win more games or he'll end up back as an ESPN analyst - congratulated Mularkey for a good turnaround - said a QB decision will be made within the next two weeks - said they won't give Henry away nothing really new....
AirBledsoe11 Posted January 20, 2005 Author Posted January 20, 2005 All of the specualtion about whether the team is considering releasing Drew can come to an end... They ARE....Tom Donahoe has SPOKEN..... On the "Mike & Mike" show on ESPN radio just mintes ago Tom Donahoe Spoke about Bledsoe and Henry.. When Mike asked about a decision at Qb TD replied: "We will make a decision on the quarterback position within 2 weeks". He went on to say that Drew is a "great guy" but they took Losman very high because of his ability. He again said they will make a decision about the QB position. Then Mike asked about how the veterans would respond to a QB (JP) starting who has never started an NFL game. TD said "The Vets were behind Travis Henry too until they saw what Mcgahee could do". -MY feelings: After hearing Donahoe and these comments, I am just shy of CONVINCED that Bledsoe will be released. There was NOTHING said that gives any nod towards keeping Drew and NOT starting Jp Losman. The whole Henry/Mcgahee comparison really makes it look like they are looking to Losman. Regarding Henry: TD said that they are open for teams to submit their trade offers for Henry. He said he is a quality strarting back in the NFL. My Feelings: Nothing new here...This has already been reported..
Rico Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 Thanks AirBledsoe11 for this most outstanding report!
Fezmid Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 All of the specualtion about whether the team is considering releasing Drew can come to an end... They ARE....Tom Donahoe has SPOKEN..... TD spoke - and yet I didn't hear the words, "We're cutting Bledsoe" come out of his mouth... When will people learn that TD never speaks in full-truths? CW
Navy Chief Navy Pride Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 TD spoke - and yet I didn't hear the words, "We're cutting Bledsoe" come out of his mouth... When will people learn that TD never speaks in full-truths? CW 212053[/snapback] Come on CW you must let go of DB. You need to welcome change into the Bills organization or we will never be anything more than an 8-8 or 9-7 team wishing they were in the playoffs!
Fezmid Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 Come on CW you must let go of DB. You need to welcome change into the Bills organization or we will never be anything more than an 8-8 or 9-7 team wishing they were in the playoffs! 212055[/snapback] I don't care if the Bills release DB -- if they do, it means they're confident in JPL, and that's good enough for me. But to say, based on this interview, that DB is definately going to be cut is ludicrous at best. CW
Coach Tuesday Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 There are TWO other places DB has a legit shot at starting next year: 1) Arizona 2) Chicago stay tuned...
Navy Chief Navy Pride Posted January 20, 2005 Posted January 20, 2005 I don't care if the Bills release DB -- if they do, it means they're confident in JPL, and that's good enough for me. But to say, based on this interview, that DB is definately going to be cut is ludicrous at best. CW 212058[/snapback] Your absolutly right--DB wont be cut--TD wont take the cap hit. He will however trade him and get something in return.
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