stevewin Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Who cares if he might not know absolutely everything about the defense yet - just treat it like a full contact practice then. Let him get out there and see what an NFL game is like - the full-speed/contact game experience can only be good for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 "It's seniority". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayFinkle Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Who cares if he might not know absolutely everything about the defense yet - just treat it like a full contact practice then. Let him get out there and see what an NFL game is like - the full-speed/contact game experience can only be good for him. 740914[/snapback] running around out there without knowing exactly what you are doing and what your responsibilities are is recipe for injury. especially if your not used to the speed of the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 running around out there without knowing exactly what you are doing and what your responsibilities are is recipe for injury. especially if your not used to the speed of the game. 740921[/snapback] A recipe for being in the wrong place at the wrong time perhaps, but injury? Sorry, aint buying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Trooth Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 There must be consequences for holding out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Who cares if he might not know absolutely everything about the defense yet - just treat it like a full contact practice then. Let him get out there and see what an NFL game is like - the full-speed/contact game experience can only be good for him. 740914[/snapback] Tradition? Show up late and sit. Football or otherwise... Responsibility for actions... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5 Wide Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I'd throw him in there....man's been playing football for many years, its the scheme not the game he's lagging slightly on. Get his feet wet and get that first hit in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hootie1 Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I would think that if he were less conditioned then those who reported on time, he might be at increased risk of injury. A recipe for being in the wrong place at the wrong time perhaps, but injury? Sorry, aint buying. 740923[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Who cares if he might not know absolutely everything about the defense yet - just treat it like a full contact practice then. Let him get out there and see what an NFL game is like - the full-speed/contact game experience can only be good for him. 740914[/snapback] Because every play that Whitner is on the field for, is one more nail in Wire's coffin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuckincincy Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 I'd throw him in there....man's been playing football for many years, its the scheme not the game he's lagging slightly on. Get his feet wet and get that first hit in. 740938[/snapback] It goes towards the head coach's authority. Never polish the knob of a holdout, don't buckle and give 'em a showcase. The moneyed Donte needs to earn his place. At this point, every soul that showed and worked and sweated camp is a far better NFL player. The boy has some proving to do before he's accepted by men. By his team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurker Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 It goes towards the head coach's authority. Never polish the knob of a holdout, don't buckle and give 'em a showcase. The moneyed Donte needs to earn his place. At this point, every soul that showed and worked and sweated camp is a far better NFL player. The boy has some proving to do before he's accepted by men. His team. 740952[/snapback] Word. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubes Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 It goes towards the head coach's authority. Never polish the knob of a holdout, don't buckle and give 'em a showcase. The moneyed Donte needs to earn his place. At this point, every soul that showed and worked and sweated camp is a far better NFL player. The boy has some proving to do before he's accepted by men. By his team. 740952[/snapback] We have a winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted August 11, 2006 Share Posted August 11, 2006 It goes towards the head coach's authority. Never polish the knob of a holdout, don't buckle and give 'em a showcase. The moneyed Donte needs to earn his place. At this point, every soul that showed and worked and sweated camp is a far better NFL player. The boy has some proving to do before he's accepted by men. By his team. 740952[/snapback] While we know the phrase in bold ain't true, I agree, somewhat, with your statement. I'm not for this gung-ho macho disciplinary stuff, but there is something to be said for rewarding the guys who have been in camp the entire time. Also, I think the less familiar you are with the schemes, the more likely it is you will get hurt. Besides, it's only the frirst preseason game. Who really gives a flying fuc#? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tasker Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 I don't now if an 8-day hold out needs to be punished, or we have to pretend he is not our opening day starter after being picked #8. I guess Coy Wire needs his reps I'd like to just see Dante play and play a bunch. But as long as Holcomb doesn't go four quarters because he gives us a better chance to beat Carolina I'll be happy. And maybe Shelton can not touch the ball on the goal line. I'm just ready for some football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExWNYer Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 Just how the hell was he a "holdout"?! He was unsigned. Bills management is just as culpable in not signing him on time as Whitner is of not signing. That's the business end of sports and every player on the team knows that. He's signed, he's in...play him and get his feet wet, if only for a short time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarthur31 Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 Who cares if he might not know absolutely everything about the defense yet - just treat it like a full contact practice then. Let him get out there and see what an NFL game is like - the full-speed/contact game experience can only be good for him. 740914[/snapback] Because he would prolly make an ass out of himself. It's like starting Coy Wire blindfolded! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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