BRH Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 I met him once, when I was an intern on Capitol Hill in 1989. We didn’t share a party affiliation, but I wanted to see him speak because, well, you know, Jack Kemp. I went up to him after his talk, shook his hand, and told him I was a big fan from Rochester. He exclaimed, “Rochester? All RIGHT!” and clapped me on the back so hard I almost spit up a lung. As I said, we didn’t share a party, but I always liked and respected him. He was a good man. Too few of those left. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sestak4ever Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 I think we picked him up on a $100 waiver wire acquisition due to a screw up by the Chargers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned Flanders Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 15 hours ago, Chandler#81 said: Because everyone did -including on air personalities. Now wipe yer dam nose, Whippersnapper! I've been around since the Rockpile days as well and I don't recall many using "Jackie" Kemp regularly...maybe it's my feeble mind, but again, I just don't recall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearNorth Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 2 hours ago, Sestak4ever said: I think we picked him up on a $100 waiver wire acquisition due to a screw up by the Chargers. That's correct, Gilman thought he could sneak him through, think he had a broken finger, Saban claimed him and he only played the last four games of the 1962 season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevWarRifleman Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 On 11/20/2022 at 7:18 AM, Chandler#81 said: Growing up in the 60’s, I idolized our 2-time Champion QB. 15 was thee number to wear. If jerseys had been available back then, he may well have set a sales record only now rivaled by Josh Allen. When he retired and ran for Congress and VP, he may well have surpassed his playing exploits in the eyes of WNYers. Thank you, Jack, for the wonderful memories. Rest In Peace. Ahhhh Chandler. We seem to be about the same age. Do you think we'll see a Bills S B win before go to heaven? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 On 11/20/2022 at 7:39 AM, HOUSE said: Actually I bought the jersey at the then new Boulevard mall for $45. a lot of money in 68 Anyway, I remember when Ron McDole fell on his leg in a scrimmage game and Kemp was lost for the season. The City was devastated. This would be the same as losing Josh Allen in a silly practice. I guess I met him about 5 times, mostly at charity events or fund raisers. I that you sitting on his lap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holla83 Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 I saw these two older gentlemen walking into the stadium a few years ago. One was wearing a Kemp jersey and the other was wearing a Lamonica jersey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 8 hours ago, Ned Flanders said: I've been around since the Rockpile days as well and I don't recall many using "Jackie" Kemp regularly...maybe it's my feeble mind, but again, I just don't recall. By the time our championship run ended, he only went by Jack. But that was 9 years into his career. 4 hours ago, RevWarRifleman said: Ahhhh Chandler. We seem to be about the same age. Do you think we'll see a Bills S B win before go to heaven? Rev, I’m pretty sure we won’t meet up in the afterlife.. So let’s enjoy a beer while we’re here!🤷♂️🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevWarRifleman Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 16 hours ago, Chandler#81 said: By the time our championship run ended, he only went by Jack. But that was 9 years into his career. Rev, I’m pretty sure we won’t meet up in the afterlife.. So let’s enjoy a beer while we’re here!🤷♂️🤣 Gulp, I'm for that, Chandler. Go Bills!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCBongo Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 Got my Dad a Kemp Jersey. He was a great player of his era. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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