merlin Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Saw that referenced about BS in another thread on this board, but I don't remember that. Was that true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 self-imposed or league mandated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britbillsfan Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Saw that referenced about BS in another thread on this board, but I don't remember that. Was that true? 691777[/snapback] Yes, first four games one season a couple of years before the start of he Superbowl era. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlin Posted May 15, 2006 Author Share Posted May 15, 2006 Yes, first four games one season a couple of years before the start of he Superbowl era. 691779[/snapback] Anyone know what substance it was? I guess I'd assume it was alcohol, but I don't know that the NFL policy is about that, since it's not "illegal". Would it have been for steroids back then? Or some other illegal drug? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfladave Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Anyone know what substance it was? I guess I'd assume it was alcohol, but I don't know that the NFL policy is about that, since it's not "illegal". Would it have been for steroids back then? Or some other illegal drug? 691784[/snapback] I'm pretty sure it was coke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Anyone know what substance it was? I guess I'd assume it was alcohol, but I don't know that the NFL policy is about that, since it's not "illegal". Would it have been for steroids back then? Or some other illegal drug? 691784[/snapback] I thought it was yayo... could be wrong too. I also remember Kelly was also investigated pretty hard as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfladave Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 He also had problems with alcohol. I remember once or twice he was prodded awake by police when he fell asleep at the wheel at intersections. He also had a problem with practicing especially during the training camps. That is another story all together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 He also had problems with alcohol. I remember once or twice he was prodded awake by police when he fell asleep at the wheel at intersections. He also had a problem with practicing especially during the training camps. That is another story all together. 691797[/snapback] He had a sleep disorder...dontcha remember? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buftex Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Bruce Smith missed the first four games of the 1988 season, because of a leauge mandated suspension. The word at the time was that it was for weed, but you never can be sure. Given some time, you might have to wonder if it was steroids. I believe they were a "banned substance" at that time in the NFL. Bruces' body underwent an amazing transformation betwee 1986 (a chubby rookie) and 1988. Nothing like Bonds (Bruce always had a big mellon). Just speculatin of course. The NFL does not release information like that.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Jeepers. You whipper-snapppers really should get used to that google thingy. Mommy still wipe the ice cream off your face for you too? Google... "Bruce Smith" suspended Some MORE info about Bruce you probably never heard about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albany,n.y. Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Bruce Smith missed the first four games of the 1988 season, because of a leauge mandated suspension. The word at the time was that it was for weed, but you never can be sure. Given some time, you might have to wonder if it was steroids. I believe they were a "banned substance" at that time in the NFL. Bruces' body underwent an amazing transformation betwee 1986 (a chubby rookie) and 1988. Nothing like Bonds (Bruce always had a big mellon). Just speculatin of course. The NFL does not release information like that.... 691802[/snapback] It most likely was coke, as posted earlier. Bruce went into a rehab facility when he was suspended and they don't do that for weed or steroids. Remember something else-the incident when Polian was having Bruce followed by a PI. They wouldn't have been doing that if it was steroids. On weed, when Robb Riddick was suspended it was for that and he basically just blew it off and said he didn't need any rehab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubes Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 I recall thinking it was for coke. It happened right before the 1988 season opener against the Vikes. Leon Seals came in and performed admirably. The Vikes game was the one that we won 13-10 when LB Hal Garner crawled on his knees to sack Wade Wilson to foil a last-second comeback attempt. Frigging great game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrobot Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 It most likely was coke, as posted earlier. Bruce went into a rehab facility when he was suspended and they don't do that for weed or steroids. Remember something else-the incident when Polian was having Bruce followed by a PI. They wouldn't have been doing that if it was steroids. On weed, when Robb Riddick was suspended it was for that and he basically just blew it off and said he didn't need any rehab. I know it was coke and alcohol. A close friend took his bed at the rehab facility when he was done with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamrock Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Jeepers. You whipper-snapppers really should get used to that google thingy. Mommy still wipe the ice cream off your face for you too? Google... "Bruce Smith" suspended Some MORE info about Bruce you probably never heard about. 691806[/snapback] This 'er Bruce fellow, pretty interesting stuff..."Written by Bruce Smith. ... In their research, suspended metal balls revolved when a charge was put into them..."- you don't teach that in a zone blitz do ya! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 This 'er Bruce fellow, pretty interesting stuff..."Written by Bruce Smith. ... In their research, suspended metal balls revolved when a charge was put into them..."- you don't teach that in a zone blitz do ya! 692097[/snapback] That's just simple American AntiGravity Levitation 101 stuff... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennesseeboy Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Wow...and its a wonder the team did so well all those years carrying such a "not-character" guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damj Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 He also had problems with alcohol. I remember once or twice he was prodded awake by police when he fell asleep at the wheel at intersections. He also had a problem with practicing especially during the training camps. That is another story all together. 691797[/snapback] No, no, no ... all lies ... it was sleep apnea. Geez, don't you guys remember anything. No, wait ... yeah! He was hammered! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheRocks Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 He had a sleep disorder...dontcha remember? 691801[/snapback] i remember he had that problem against the Steelers in the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wacka Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 I recall thinking it was for coke. It happened right before the 1988 season opener against the Vikes. Leon Seals came in and performed admirably. The Vikes game was the one that we won 13-10 when LB Hal Garner crawled on his knees to sack Wade Wilson to foil a last-second comeback attempt. Frigging great game. 691890[/snapback] It was Phil Hansen that started in his place. Hansen was a rookie and played very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wacka Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 i remember he had that problem against the Steelers in the playoffs. 692145[/snapback] Why do people keep saying he could have played in that game. A bad flu was going around that year and Bruce was so dizzy from it he couldn't even stand up. Reports were he had to crawl to the bathroom to throw up. I've had the flu a couple of times where I lost 10 lbs in a week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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