Spun Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 Don't get me wrong. I like McGahee. I like his confidence and I understand how cockiness/confidence contributes to athletes doing the unbelievable. But I have to wonder what some hall of famers might say of his comments. Article from Jim Trotter fo the San Diego Tribune: http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20...s28jtrottr.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1billsfan Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 Don't get me wrong. I like McGahee. I like his confidence and I understand how cockiness/confidence contributes to athletes doing the unbelievable. But I have to wonder what some hall of famers might say of his comments. Article from Jim Trotter fo the San Diego Tribune: http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20...s28jtrottr.html 488665[/snapback] Fallout? McGahee was playing the Miami U. propaganda game with his comment. The Buffalo Bills have far more things to worry about then Willis McGahee's confidence and bravado. It's too bad the players blocking for him don't aspire to be the best in their profession. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DPR4444 Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 if only this was the biggest concern about our team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsObserver Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 if only this was the biggest concern about our team. 488695[/snapback] I agree. I hardly think this is some sort of fallout. You can bank on Willis saying plenty of more ridiculous things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweet baboo Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 I agree. I hardly think this is some sort of fallout. You can bank on Willis saying plenty of more ridiculous things. 488707[/snapback] if he were actually great like TO or Chad Johnson, he'd garner more attention now he's currently one of the mediocre trash talkers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachChuckDickerson Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 More McGahee..., fallout continues... Umm, when did the fallout begin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDBillzFan Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 That write is a complete Charger tool who took offense to an honest answer to a loaded question. And yes, LT proved how great he is last week, when he managed a total of 6 yards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbills17 Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 Don't get me wrong. I like McGahee. I like his confidence and I understand how cockiness/confidence contributes to athletes doing the unbelievable. But I have to wonder what some hall of famers might say of his comments. Article from Jim Trotter fo the San Diego Tribune: http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20...s28jtrottr.html 488665[/snapback] McGahee is a 'barely above average' running back, who talks like he's the best of all time. This is all posturing on his part for the new deal he wants, where he will price himself totally out of Buffalo and to a sunshine team (something he's always wanted). Then, all the Willis worshipers here will jump on the other side and mention how mediocre he is. If he had 1/2 the dedication and loyalty that Travis had for the Bills he's be a much better back for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Gross Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 He should have just said "Well, golly gee, I just hope by the end of the season I can maintain at least a 2.5 yard per carry average, because that would be like decent, you know what I mean?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BADOLBILZ Posted October 28, 2005 Share Posted October 28, 2005 Don't get me wrong. I like McGahee. I like his confidence and I understand how cockiness/confidence contributes to athletes doing the unbelievable. But I have to wonder what some hall of famers might say of his comments. Article from Jim Trotter fo the San Diego Tribune: http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20...s28jtrottr.html 488665[/snapback] Who was that article intended to enlighten? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffOrange Posted October 29, 2005 Share Posted October 29, 2005 And yes, LT proved how great he is last week, when he managed a total of 6 yards. 488722[/snapback] Sample size? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDH Posted October 29, 2005 Share Posted October 29, 2005 He should have just said "Well, golly gee, I just hope by the end of the season I can maintain at least a 2.5 yard per carry average, because that would be like decent, you know what I mean?" 488731[/snapback] Or he could have said, "that's not for me to say, I'll leave that to sports writers, fans and my peers to discuss." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted October 29, 2005 Share Posted October 29, 2005 This is what I would classify as a "non-story"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunTheBall Posted October 29, 2005 Share Posted October 29, 2005 If he had 1/2 the dedication and loyalty that Travis had for the Bills he's be a much better back for us. 488723[/snapback] I'm sure Travis was planning on stopping at his second substance abuse violation because of his intense loyalty to the Bills. RTB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Gross Posted October 29, 2005 Share Posted October 29, 2005 Or he could have said, "that's not for me to say, I'll leave that to sports writers, fans and my peers to discuss." 489080[/snapback] Fine, you draft the great politicians/orators, I'll draft the guy who can run with a football... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB2004 Posted October 29, 2005 Share Posted October 29, 2005 Fallout? McGahee was playing the Miami U. propaganda game with his comment. The Buffalo Bills have far more things to worry about then Willis McGahee's confidence and bravado. It's too bad the players blocking for him don't aspire to be the best in their profession. 488694[/snapback] That's because their not the best at their position. Even if this line could play up to average standards, I think it would make tremendous difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SACTOBILLSFAN Posted October 29, 2005 Share Posted October 29, 2005 I'm sure Travis was planning on stopping at his second substance abuse violation because of his intense loyalty to the Bills. RTB 489208[/snapback] TH had some issues no doubt and still does. And i agree the WM should have been kept over him, but can you see willis playing with a broken leg? I can't. TH may have had some serious fumble issues and attitude problems (but how would you feel if you were replaced like that?) but he DID give his heart and soul to this team only to have it trampled on. If willis had half of TH's drive he could be the best back in the league but it seems he wants to talk himself up without doing sh-- on the field except run all over bad fuggin football teams. Go Bills! Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDH Posted October 30, 2005 Share Posted October 30, 2005 Fine, you draft the great politicians/orators, I'll draft the guy who can run with a football... 489213[/snapback] Because these things are obviously mutually exclusive. Just look at all the smack LT talks. You take the guy that talks sh*t and runs pretty well, I’ll take the guy that plays great and is a class act. Having confidence in yourself and running off at the mouth aren’t the same thing. I don’t think Willis’ comments are that big of a deal, but I can’t believe there are people out there who actually like what they hear from this guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted October 30, 2005 Share Posted October 30, 2005 Because these things are obviously mutually exclusive. Just look at all the smack LT talks. You take the guy that talks sh*t and runs pretty well, I’ll take the guy that plays great and is a class act. Having confidence in yourself and running off at the mouth aren’t the same thing. I don’t think Willis’ comments are that big of a deal, but I can’t believe there are people out there who actually like what they hear from this guy. 489441[/snapback] Imagine if Willis had Barry Sanders' skills? Man he would be intolerable. Where have you gone Barry Sanders? I loved when Barry would make the most incredible TD run, make 10 guys miss, then he would just hand the ball to the ref....sigh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Gross Posted October 30, 2005 Share Posted October 30, 2005 Because these things are obviously mutually exclusive. Just look at all the smack LT talks. You take the guy that talks sh*t and runs pretty well, I’ll take the guy that plays great and is a class act. Having confidence in yourself and running off at the mouth aren’t the same thing. I don’t think Willis’ comments are that big of a deal, but I can’t believe there are people out there who actually like what they hear from this guy. 489441[/snapback] I'll take the guy who is the best potential for running back at my pick. So we got a guy with a chip on his shoulder because he was drafted lower than his abilities. I'm not sweating it either way, and I don't care much for the people that make a big deal about it either way. I'm just tired of everyone picking on every word, every stutter, like they mean something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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