buffaloboyinATL Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 (edited) McDermott was interviewed this morning on GMFB and one of the first questions they asked him was to talk about the dominance of our Defense. He said it starts up front with the Defensive Line and mentioned Hughes, Star and Trent Murphy by name. He also talked about Edmunds, Poyer and Hyde. I was surprised he did not mentioned Oliver and wondered why he slighted him. But then, later in the interview Kyle excitedly asked him about the Dawson Knox angry run and McDermott was clearly reluctant to respond at first. He said "we like to keep our rookies hungry and humble to make sure they know they know they have to keep working hard" (paraphrase) McDermott reluctantly complimented Knox, but this definitely gave me great insight into how he treats Oliver and other rookies. This is old school, but I like it. This could easily backfire with some of the big egos in this league, but hopefully Oliver knows the drill and doesn't internalize the lack of praise. Thoughts on this? Anyone dislike this approach? Edited October 16, 2019 by buffaloboyinATL 4 1 1
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 2 minutes ago, buffaloboyinATL said: McDermott was interviewed this morning on GMFB and one of the first questions they asked him was to talk about the dominance of our Defense. He said it starts up front with the Defensive Line and mentioned Hughes, Star and Trent Murphy by name. He also talked about Edmunds, Poyer and Hyde. I was surprised he did not mentioned Oliver and wondered why he slighted him. But then, later in the interview Kyle excitedly asked him about the Dawson Knox angry run and McDermott was clearly reluctant to respond at first. He said "we like to keep our rookies hungry and humble to make sure they know they know they have to keep working hard" (paraphrase) McDermott reluctantly complimented Knox, but this definitely gave me great insight into how he treats Oliver and other rookies. This is old school, but I like it. This could easily backfire with some of the big egos in this league, but hopefully Oliver knows the drill and doesn't internalize the lack of praise. Keeping rookies humble is critical. No matter what they think they know as the lens peers deeper inside the inner workings of the NFL, it’s clear there is a huge jump from college to Pro’s in most cases. I recall Marv almost never started rooks, which is even next level humility indoctrination. I like the message that you’ve gotta earn the right... its nuance that distinguish this teams culture. no “day 1 starter off the bus” quips. 3 1
Mr. WEO Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 3 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said: Keeping rookies humble is critical. No matter what they think they know as the lens peers deeper inside the inner workings of the NFL, it’s clear there is a huge jump from college to Pro’s in most cases. I recall Marv almost never started rooks, which is even next level humility indoctrination. I like the message that you’ve gotta earn the right... its nuance that distinguish this teams culture. no “day 1 starter off the bus” quips. Now hold on! 3
Warcodered Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 He's got a strong room around him I'm sure he's fine.
buffaloboyinATL Posted October 16, 2019 Author Posted October 16, 2019 1 minute ago, Warcodered said: He's got a strong room around him I'm sure he's fine. Most likely, but it really stood out at first that he avoided Oliver when he was heaping praise on the DL. Now I get it though. I imagine the vets in the room do the praising instead?
Don Otreply Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 I would think being a starter/main rotation player in ones rookie season is ample praise in if itself. yes I think it’s a good way to handle rookies. Go Bills!!! 1
benderbender Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 McDermott will keep rookies humble...by force if necessary! 3 13 1 2
Jobot Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 I think in general, the outside world 'us' are always stoked about rookie draft picks and want too much too soon. But for the organization, it's basically another new hire.. It makes sense to not want to gush about some guy that hasn't even been in the building for a full year.
RochesterLifer Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 One way to view McDermott's rookie treatment may be to look at our 2nd year players. Allen, Edmunds, Phillips, Johnson, Neal (what a great class!) and Wallace are all improving, becoming more important parts of the team and appear to be motivated, serious minds Bills. This group could (should) become our core leadership group, with time. My take-away is that Sean McDermott is smarter than me. And, I like it. 4 1
H2o Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 (edited) It's because Oliver is a bust. Not a single sack as of yet. Edited October 16, 2019 by H2o 1 9
US Egg Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 1 hour ago, benderbender said: McDermott will keep rookies humble...by force if necessary! Bob Backlund Jr. ? Which means it's old school best 2 out of 3 ! 1
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 So far good for 2nd best record in the conference, no? If it 'aint broke...you get it
Royale with Cheese Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 1 hour ago, benderbender said: McDermott will keep rookies humble...by force if necessary! Wow....McDermott used to have some pretty thick hair. Better than @teef.
teef Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 21 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: Wow....McDermott used to have some pretty thick hair. Better than @teef. my hair is fantastic. only a couple of grays for a guy in his early 40s.
RochesterLifer Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 25 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: Wow....McDermott used to have some pretty thick hair. Better than @teef. Yeah, so did I. Father time and the baldness gene are undefeated.
Warcodered Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 In his press conference I think he almost said he was pleased with Ed but had to pull himself back. 1
Royale with Cheese Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 15 minutes ago, teef said: my hair is fantastic. only a couple of grays for a guy in his early 40s. My hair on top is starting to gray...especially the sides but my eye brows are still black as the night. I also wear glasses.... I'm getting nervous I'm turning into Eugene Levy.
teef Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 16 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: My hair on top is starting to gray...especially the sides but my eye brows are still black as the night. I also wear glasses.... I'm getting nervous I'm turning into Eugene Levy. you should be so lucky.
BringBackFergy Posted October 16, 2019 Posted October 16, 2019 We'll see how humble Ed Oliver is in December when he wants to wear an over coat to keep warm. "Coats are for closers!!" 1
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