Buffalo Barbarian Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 Well, one of my retirement gifts from the Navy for my wife putting up with me for 20 years was to take her to Jerome Bettis Grill in Pittsburgh. HANDS OFF A+ place to eat if any of you get into town! (the steaks are GREAT) Jerome was in and saw me sporting my Bills gear so we got to talking. We talked about Rex and Jerome said the Bills now have a attitude and will win with that. He said Rex is no slouch and will get it done in Buffalo. I asked about how he felt how close the Bills are and he said like everyone else. "QB and O-line will do it. They are Seattle in the makings if done right" He loves Bills D and thinks Hughes should be kept (I agreed with him). We also talked about Buffalos QB situation and he personally knows Whaley from his days in Pittsburgh. He said Whaley is a class act and VERY smart (he said that 3 times over). He said the reason Whaley is up there is because he can get things done. He also said No way they would of landed Rex without a plan for a QB to step in. Jerome said "watch the trade wire and you will see how smart that man is" I hope so! He was fantastic and gave me a 8 X 10 signed of him! I refused a military discount (I always do, I dont believe in handouts or freebees for my service) We were invited next week to come in when they do the Jerome Bettis show and got passes for it! I cant wait! That's awesome and can't wait for our new QB (Whaley better get smart quick on his QB evaluation) Also love hear about great steaks
John from Riverside Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 We have some talent in the front office and coaching staff now.....
Tipster19 Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 (edited) I love reading stories like this, thanks for sharing! More importantly though a BIG thank you for serving our country, hope your retirement is peaceful and fulfilling! Go Bills! Edited January 13, 2015 by Tipster19
KD in CA Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 Thanks for serving and congrats on your retirement! Glad you had such an fun celebration.
Buffalo Barbarian Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 Seems like a continuation of the half-assed plan that left on New Years Eve. but were getting the other half now
HOUSE Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 I am sure there is a plan for Quarterback. Could be a real big surprise coming
jaybee Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 Well, one of my retirement gifts from the Navy for my wife putting up with me for 20 years was to take her to Jerome Bettis Grill in Pittsburgh. HANDS OFF A+ place to eat if any of you get into town! (the steaks are GREAT) Jerome was in and saw me sporting my Bills gear so we got to talking. We talked about Rex and Jerome said the Bills now have a attitude and will win with that. He said Rex is no slouch and will get it done in Buffalo. I asked about how he felt how close the Bills are and he said like everyone else. "QB and O-line will do it. They are Seattle in the makings if done right" He loves Bills D and thinks Hughes should be kept (I agreed with him). We also talked about Buffalos QB situation and he personally knows Whaley from his days in Pittsburgh. He said Whaley is a class act and VERY smart (he said that 3 times over). He said the reason Whaley is up there is because he can get things done. He also said No way they would of landed Rex without a plan for a QB to step in. Jerome said "watch the trade wire and you will see how smart that man is" I hope so! He was fantastic and gave me a 8 X 10 signed of him! I refused a military discount (I always do, I dont believe in handouts or freebees for my service) We were invited next week to come in when they do the Jerome Bettis show and got passes for it! I cant wait! I'll put that in the top 3 of any post I've ever read in this forum. Thank you very much for sharing this. Just a neat story, and congrats on your retirement ....and I know you probably dont want to hear it but...many thanks for your service to the country.
WotAGuy Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 He was fantastic and gave me a 8 X 10 signed of him! I refused a military discount (I always do, I dont believe in handouts or freebees for my service) We were invited next week to come in when they do the Jerome Bettis show and got passes for it! I cant wait! Same for me. But the ladies always find a way to tuck a little something under the pillow. Great experience and you must be The Man if The Bus went out of his way to treat you like royalty!
BuffalOhio Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 I've been retired from the Coast Guard (yeah yeah, puddle pirates) for just over 5 years now, brother. Enjoy it. Take some time off if you can before you jump into a second career. Take a breather, you've earned it. That's a great story, and if I get to Pittsburgh I will check the place out as I have strong carnivorous tendencies. If anyone is ever in Springfield, VA, check out the Drunken Ribeye at Mike's American Grill on Backlick Road. The best tasting steak I've ever had, and I've never topped it anywhere in the USA (believe me - I've tried!). I miss that place (stuck in Cleveland now). PM me if you want some information on getting the most out of your VA benefits that you have EARNED. Jeff Kuhn CWO3, USCG, ret.
John from Riverside Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 I've been retired from the Coast Guard (yeah yeah, puddle pirates) for just over 5 years now, brother. Enjoy it. Take some time off if you can before you jump into a second career. Take a breather, you've earned it. That's a great story, and if I get to Pittsburgh I will check the place out as I have strong carnivorous tendencies. If anyone is ever in Springfield, VA, check out the Drunken Ribeye at Mike's American Grill on Backlick Road. The best tasting steak I've ever had, and I've never topped it anywhere in the USA (believe me - I've tried!). I miss that place (stuck in Cleveland now). PM me if you want some information on getting the most out of your VA benefits that you have EARNED. Jeff Kuhn CWO3, USCG, ret. Worked with coast guard when I was stationed down in Cape Code for 5 years....good group
The Poojer Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 I bet he saw a dude in Titans gear later on and told them the same thing, and I bet just like you, the restaurant got a nice tip out of the dude . Great story, really nice to hear things like this Well, one of my retirement gifts from the Navy for my wife putting up with me for 20 years was to take her to Jerome Bettis Grill in Pittsburgh. HANDS OFF A+ place to eat if any of you get into town! (the steaks are GREAT) Jerome was in and saw me sporting my Bills gear so we got to talking. We talked about Rex and Jerome said the Bills now have a attitude and will win with that. He said Rex is no slouch and will get it done in Buffalo. I asked about how he felt how close the Bills are and he said like everyone else. "QB and O-line will do it. They are Seattle in the makings if done right" He loves Bills D and thinks Hughes should be kept (I agreed with him). We also talked about Buffalos QB situation and he personally knows Whaley from his days in Pittsburgh. He said Whaley is a class act and VERY smart (he said that 3 times over). He said the reason Whaley is up there is because he can get things done. He also said No way they would of landed Rex without a plan for a QB to step in. Jerome said "watch the trade wire and you will see how smart that man is" I hope so! He was fantastic and gave me a 8 X 10 signed of him! I refused a military discount (I always do, I dont believe in handouts or freebees for my service) We were invited next week to come in when they do the Jerome Bettis show and got passes for it! I cant wait!
Fan in San Diego Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 Awesome post! Thanks for sharing with us. Thanks for your service. I hope JB is right! Now I cant wait for next year! I might even get Directv again.
Bleed Bills Blue Posted January 13, 2015 Posted January 13, 2015 I really enjoyed your post, thanks for sharing it. Maybe the dark days are finally coming to an end!
buffalo2218 Posted January 14, 2015 Posted January 14, 2015 Well, one of my retirement gifts from the Navy for my wife putting up with me for 20 years was to take her to Jerome Bettis Grill in Pittsburgh. HANDS OFF A+ place to eat if any of you get into town! (the steaks are GREAT) Jerome was in and saw me sporting my Bills gear so we got to talking. We talked about Rex and Jerome said the Bills now have a attitude and will win with that. He said Rex is no slouch and will get it done in Buffalo. I asked about how he felt how close the Bills are and he said like everyone else. "QB and O-line will do it. They are Seattle in the makings if done right" He loves Bills D and thinks Hughes should be kept (I agreed with him). We also talked about Buffalos QB situation and he personally knows Whaley from his days in Pittsburgh. He said Whaley is a class act and VERY smart (he said that 3 times over). He said the reason Whaley is up there is because he can get things done. He also said No way they would of landed Rex without a plan for a QB to step in. Jerome said "watch the trade wire and you will see how smart that man is" I hope so! He was fantastic and gave me a 8 X 10 signed of him! I refused a military discount (I always do, I dont believe in handouts or freebees for my service) We were invited next week to come in when they do the Jerome Bettis show and got passes for it! I cant wait! That's one hell of a story and it sounds like Bettis is a hell of a guy. Thanks for sharing fellow vet
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