BuffaninATL Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 It is true he doesn't play ST, because he doesn't meet Fisher's ideas of what a ST'er should "look like". I don't have NFLN, but that bit about "not a good practice player" is not what Fisher has said about him. Fisher has said publically and loudly that any team that picks up Sam will not "have any challenges". I think most HC would say "not a good practice player" would represent a major challenge, esp. for a PS player whose major duty is the scout team in practice and it would hurt a HC I think networks are making up excuses and Wood has nailed the real reason. Along with Ritchie Incognito and Kelvin Sheppard, both were front for a while ? Sam is a DE. Some teams do try to convert DE to LB but they usually want the whole preseason to try it can you please explain the bolded and where you sourced this information ?
YoloinOhio Posted September 2, 2014 Author Posted September 2, 2014 @RapSheet: Source: #Cowboys are doing research and due diligence into the plan of signing DE Michael Sam to their practice squad.
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 @RapSheet: Source: #Cowboys are doing research and due diligence into the plan of signing DE Michael Sam to their practice squad. They'll just love him in Tex-ASS.
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 Heeee Haaaaw! I wonder whether Goodell applied any pressure for this to happen. @AdamSchefter: Cowboys plan to bring Michael Sam to Dallas for physical Wed. If all goes well, Sam will be a Cowboy.
CowgirlsFan Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 Just heard it too! A done deal pending the physical.
YoloinOhio Posted September 2, 2014 Author Posted September 2, 2014 I think the cowboys could use a young defensive playmaker with all their injuries. My bet is he gets activated at some point this season.
LOVEMESOMEBILLS Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 I think this is Jerry trying to keep the team relevant and on the front page. Many were saying, over the weekend, Sam would have still been on the Rams if it wasn't for all the extra media attention. When talking about JF he said if they had drafted him it would have kept the Cowboys relevant for many years to come.
26CornerBlitz Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 I think the cowboys could use a young defensive playmaker with all their injuries. My bet is he gets activated at some point this season. @RapSheet Thing about the #Cowboys signing Michael Sam to their practice squad… there’s a great chance he gets on the field for them.
truth on hold Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 I think this is Jerry trying to keep the team relevant and on the front page. Many were saying, over the weekend, Sam would have still been on the Rams if it wasn't for all the extra media attention. When talking about JF he said if they had drafted him it would have kept the Cowboys relevant for many years to come. Whatever jerrah does you have to wonder about this, especially with his team expected to suck this year.
Tyrod's Tailor Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 Whatever jerrah does you have to wonder about this, especially with his team expected to suck this year. Jerrah doesn't share merchandising revenue with the rest of teams. not sure why but he doesn't participate in the league scheme. Therefore, all the Sam jersey money will go to him (and his St Louis jersey sold a ton).
kickedface Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 nope it wouldn't be for anything but a publicity stunt. saying any different would be wrong. he's not going to start on this team. he can't play special teams. the main reason anyone is considering this is because of all the hype surrounding him. if you take away his life story he's just another maybin.
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 (edited) nope it wouldn't be for anything but a publicity stunt. saying any different would be wrong. he's not going to start on this team. he can't play special teams. the main reason anyone is considering this is because of all the hype surrounding him. if you take away his life story he's just another maybin. Maybin atleast had hype based on how good he might have ended up being. Football related hype. Edited September 2, 2014 by The Real Buffalo Joe
Manther Posted September 2, 2014 Posted September 2, 2014 He was the Defensive Player of the Year in the SEC. His measurable lowered his draft stock....but he has always produced on the field.
Garion Posted September 3, 2014 Posted September 3, 2014 If he can play special teams I think he may be worth a look.
Rob's House Posted September 3, 2014 Posted September 3, 2014 @RapSheet Thing about the #Cowboys signing Michael Sam to their practice squad… there’s a great chance he gets on the field for them. Somewhere a cowboy is sitting with his head in his hands thinking "This is like Brokeback Mountain all over again."
RuntheDamnBall Posted September 3, 2014 Posted September 3, 2014 So if Sam actually plays somewhere and ends up being a contributor, what does that mean for people who seem to have a real big problem with the dude? Seriously, it's not like he's phoning ESPN with reports on the number of team tackles he racked up in practice. I imagine the hype and scrutiny will die down if and when he settles into a roster.
Tyrod's Tailor Posted September 3, 2014 Posted September 3, 2014 So if Sam actually plays somewhere and ends up being a contributor, what does that mean for people who seem to have a real big problem with the dude? I can't wait to watch it. A lot of people posting in this thread should be embarrassed but what else is new.
DC Tom Posted September 3, 2014 Posted September 3, 2014 So if Sam actually plays somewhere and ends up being a contributor, what does that mean for people who seem to have a real big problem with the dude? Means nothing. People who have a problem will continue to have a problem. Seriously, it's not like he's phoning ESPN with reports on the number of team tackles he racked up in practice. I imagine the hype and scrutiny will die down if and when he settles into a roster. You're basing that on...what, modern American society's and the media's ability to be rational and let go of an artificially hyped-up story?
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