New nickname for our guy Matt Araiza

[Gene Frenkle]

He is Punt God.

 

He will always be Punt God.

[Yantha]

3 hours ago, NeverOutNick said:

https://www.syracuse.com/buffalo-bills/2022/04/why-new-bills-punter-doesnt-like-punt-god-nickname-takes-draft-position-personally.html?outputType=amp

 

Matt isn’t a huge fan of his college nickname “punt god” so I’m hoping we can come up with something unique to Buffalo for our new big leg. We’ve got a creative group here so I’m hoping something sticks and makes him feel the bills mafia love 

You don't get to choose your nickname! 

 

I think Punt God will stick.

 

[BeastMode54]

Araiza con Punto

[LeGOATski]

1 hour ago, Warcodered said:

This one might win a Super Bowl.

 

As to the nickname, Punt God seems too awesome not to stick.

Maybe Matt "The Immortal" Araiza

 

Just thought of that one too

[chongli]

2 hours ago, BoccesOnTransit said:

What happened?

 

We drafted him in 1982 in the 7th round. This was actually a high pick for a kicker, as there were 12 rounds back then, so it would be like a 4th rounder today. He had a spectacular college career at Syracuse, and being known to have a super strong leg. Everyone knew he would be a future star.

 

We had high hopes, but he purposely sandbagged in the pre-season, so we had no choice but to cut him after giving him numerous chances in games. He wanted out of Buffalo, because Ralph was known to be cheap, and our reputation.

 

He went on to sign with Pittsburgh soon after, and the rest is history. He quickly became one of the greatest kickers in NFL history and had a long career, winning numerous honors. I am still stung by this 

 

EDIT: He is an f'in POS. Why did we waste a draft pick on him if he never was going to play for us? He should have been like Eli Manning and announce pre-draft he would never play for San Diego.

Edited May 2, 2022 by chongli

[Matt_In_NH]

2 hours ago, Virgil said:

 

I don't understand why it has to be the punter with Beane and McD.  Why can't the back-up QB do it like Romo and Reich used to?

32 out of 32 teams use the punter as the holder.  So it is not Beane and McD.

 

My understanding is yhey do this partly because of the CBA limiting practice time.  Taking a backup QB to hold takes him away from his primary job and there are not that many hours you are allowed to practice.

[BigAl2526]

With a nod to Elton John, I would like "Rocket Man" or maybe since his name is Matt, "Rocket Matt"

Edited May 2, 2022 by BigAl2526

[Matt_In_NH]

2 hours ago, Bongo said:

Let’s just hope it’s not Longshanks. 😉

 

Here all week, folks. Don’t forget to tip your waiter….

That sounds better than shortshanks

[MAJBobby]

2 hours ago, Virgil said:

 

I don't understand why it has to be the punter with Beane and McD.  Why can't the back-up QB do it like Romo and Reich used to?

I completely agree. Keenum can hold 

[Matt_In_NH]

Matty Holder.

[Brand J]

With McKenzies old number comes his old nickname “The Face of the Franchise.” Remember the days when Brian Moorman graced the cover of pamphlets? Araiza is next 😂

[chongli]

Yeah, Kevin Durant tried that in the NBA, with "The Servant". Didn't work.

[TampaBillsJunkie]

3 hours ago, Virgil said:

 

I don't understand why it has to be the punter with Beane and McD.  Why can't the back-up QB do it like Romo and Reich used to?

And Barkley did if for awhile.

[JESSEFEFFER]

First -of- all, much like the rule for life on a family farm, do not give nicknames to players before they make the roster.  Second, my suggestion is Matt "The Risin' "Araiza.  His walkout song could be two bars from the chorus of Springsteen's song.

 

kicking-it-san-diego-style-araiza-novak-team-up

 

If you go to Nick Novak's Twitter feed there are several posted training videos.  One handed catches of long snaps, 50+ yard punts with 5.5 second hang time.  I think Haack working next to him is likely to experience punter envy just from the sound made when Araiza's foot strikes the ball.  He could make punting into funting.

[TampaBillsJunkie]

Boomer

 

[beer]

Legatron 

[JaCrispy]

Nobody gets to have a say in their nickname...that’s what makes nicknames great- It’s a descriptor of you by your peers...The fact that he doesn’t like it means it’s the perfect nickname, and he will always be Punt God...😉

 

 

Edited May 2, 2022 by JaCrispy

[Mike in Horseheads]

He will always be Punt God rather he likes it or not!!

[JaCrispy]

Just now, Mike in Horseheads said:

He will always be Punt God rather he likes it or not!!

Yup...and now he has given people even more reason to call him Punt God...Welcome to The League, rookie! 🤣🤣

[jkeerie]

3 hours ago, beer said:

Legatron 

That's what Chris Brown was calling him today on One Bills Live.  I like it!

Edited May 3, 2022 by jkeerie