Football Miami's Martin leaves team after 'emotional breakdown' - Page 26

Mr. Laz · 10-30-2013, 05:07 PM

Jonathan Martin leaves Dolphins after 'breakdown'

By Dan Hanzus
Around the League Writer
Published: Oct. 30, 2013 at 06:39 p.m. Updated: Oct. 30, 2013 at 07:00 p.m.
An unusual situation is unfolding in Miami, where Dolphins right tackle Jonathan Martin has left the team after suffering an "emotional breakdown" this week.

NFL Media's Jeff Darlington reported Wednesday that Martin is currently seeking help with his family after an incident at the team's cafeteria, according to team sources.

Martin is listed on the team's injury report with an illness, and is doubtful to play Thursday against the Cincinnati Bengals. Fox NFL insider Jay Glazer reported that Martin was the victim of a prank at the cafeteria, becoming enraged enough to "smash his food tray on the ground."

The second-year pro has not been with the team since that time. Darlington reports that Martin immediately sought treatment at a local hospital. He has since left the hospital and is now spending time with his family, according to team sources.

Martin opened the season as the Dolphins' replacement for Jake Long at left tackle. He was moved to right tackle when the team acquired Bryant McKinnie via trade last week. Tyson Clabo is expected to start in Martin's place on Thursday.

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Marcellus · 11-04-2013, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by -King-

Pouncey is also biracial. The Incognitos don't seem to be very fond of that.

Pouncey and his brother both seem to be immature idiots going back to college.

It still doesn't justify what Incognito did.

Ironic his name is Incognito and he couldn't be any more obvious an idiot.

**Iowanian** · 11-04-2013, 05:04 PM

I'm waiting for R.I to release his voicemails.

They're probably "Hey you geriatric, tatoo'd ginger ****head......I'll choke your father to death with my coal hose"

**LoneWolf** · 11-04-2013, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ThaVirus

Your sarcasm meter. Check it.

Check your humor meter. My post was a joke and the poster I replied to got it. My rep messages prove it.

Deberg_1990 · 11-04-2013, 05:06 PM

Best thing that could happen to this Incognito buffoon is for him to get blackballed by every team in the league. Losing his generous paycheck will sting.

ThaVirus · 11-04-2013, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by LoneWolf

Check your humor meter. My post was a joke and the poster I replied to got it. My rep messages prove it.

My bad. That was a pretty shitty "joke" though. I'll expect better from you from here on out.

chiefzilla1501 · 11-04-2013, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by wazu

This is definitely true, and almost certainly the case. But that doesn't get them off the hook. Somebody should have been the whistle blower on this garbage.

What a mess this is. I feel kind of bad for the coaches who have egg on their face. Yeah, they are responsible for not being connected to what's going on, but on the other hand they are pulling their hair out trying to build game plans and get the team ready to play each week. Sure, some hazing going on and they knew it, I'm sure. But who even thinks to wonder if it's gotten to this level? I'm sure coaches for other teams will have it more top of mind now.

I don't feel bad for the coaches at all.

I've long said that the psychology of coaching is by far the most underrated ting for a team. It's the reason I said Romeo would be a disaster as a head coach. If your coach is too head down in game plans and doesn't look over the locker room or try to create a culture of leadership, then you have the wrong coach. Just my opinion. Jimmy Johnson is a great example of a guy who was widely believed to be tremendous at this.

**LoneWolf** · 11-04-2013, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ThaVirus

My bad. That was a pretty shitty "joke" though. I'll expect better from you from here on out.

I will certainly try. Please continue to monitor my attempts at humor and let me know when my material needs work. I'm trying to become a stand up comic and all constructive criticism is appreciated.

Garcia Bronco · 11-04-2013, 05:15 PM

On the whole thing and the other people involved..

Doing the right thing all the time is sooo very hard. If it were easy, then everybody would do it. The kicker is that if everybody did the right thing, then nobody would learn anything about it. Wrap your mind around that.

Garcia Bronco · 11-04-2013, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by LoneWolf

I will certainly try. Please continue to monitor my attempts at humor and let me know when my material needs work. I'm trying to become a stand up comic and all constructive criticism is appreciated.

lol. I thought it was funny.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 11-04-2013, 05:18 PM

NFL: AroundTheLeague ‏@NFL_ATL 1m
Dolphins WR Mike Wallace to @JeffDarlington: "I have a lot of respect for Richie (Incognito). I wish he was here."

Sorter · 11-04-2013, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Saul Good

I'm not a playa, I just ocelot.

ThaVirus · 11-04-2013, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LoneWolf

I will certainly try. Please continue to monitor my attempts at humor and let me know when my material needs work. I'm trying to become a stand up comic and all constructive criticism is appreciated.

I thought you'd take that to heart and become a Dane-level enemy for me. Good on you.

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Originally Posted by ChiefsandO'sfan

NFL: AroundTheLeague ‏@NFL_ATL 1m
Dolphins WR Mike Wallace to @JeffDarlington: "I have a lot of respect for Richie (Incognito). I wish he was here."

Mike Wallace is also a ****ing douche.

**wazu** · 11-04-2013, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

I don't feel bad for the coaches at all.

I've long said that the psychology of coaching is by far the most underrated ting for a team. It's the reason I said Romeo would be a disaster as a head coach. If your coach is too head down in game plans and doesn't look over the locker room or try to create a culture of leadership, then you have the wrong coach. Just my opinion. Jimmy Johnson is a great example of a guy who was widely believed to be tremendous at this.

Generally don't disagree, but I think the Incognito situation may be so severe that it trumps what would normally be good enough. Here you have Philbin, a guy in his second year as an NFL coach. His team is showing some promising signs, including a young 1st round QB who is developing under his watch. And he's probably still learning the skill of how to create that culture of leadership in an NFL locker room. I can see how even a seasoned coach like Jimmy Johnson could be blind-sided by this Incognito situation.

Fat Elvis · 11-04-2013, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by themanwithnoname

I'm going to guess his side of the story will just make him look worse, but I look forward to him being a clueless ****ing asshole and try to defend himself and show just how big of a piece of shit he is.

This is going to be good entertainment folks.

Gravedigger · 11-04-2013, 05:29 PM

Martin sounds like a huge pussy to me. Oh noes, that man said racial and insensitive things to me. What a huge non story this is, if he threatened his life then report something, other than that sounds like a little boy telling on another little boy. Grow the **** up and play football.

10-30-2013, 05:07 PM
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Miami's Martin leaves team after 'emotional breakdown' Jonathan Martin leaves Dolphins after 'breakdown' By Dan Hanzus Around the League Writer Published: Oct. 30, 2013 at 06:39 p.m. Updated: Oct. 30, 2013 at 07:00 p.m. An unusual situation is unfolding in Miami, where Dolphins right tackle Jonathan Martin has left the team after suffering an "emotional breakdown" this week. NFL Media's Jeff Darlington reported Wednesday that Martin is currently seeking help with his family after an incident at the team's cafeteria, according to team sources. Martin is listed on the team's injury report with an illness, and is doubtful to play Thursday against the Cincinnati Bengals. Fox NFL insider Jay Glazer reported that Martin was the victim of a prank at the cafeteria, becoming enraged enough to "smash his food tray on the ground." The second-year pro has not been with the team since that time. Darlington reports that Martin immediately sought treatment at a local hospital. He has since left the hospital and is now spending time with his family, according to team sources. Martin opened the season as the Dolphins' replacement for Jake Long at left tackle. He was moved to right tackle when the team acquired Bryant McKinnie via trade last week. Tyson Clabo is expected to start in Martin's place on Thursday. The "Around The League Podcast" is now available on iTunes! Click here to listen and subscribe.
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Deberg_1990 In Search of a Life Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Antonio Tx. Casino cash: $3794454	Best thing that could happen to this Incognito buffoon is for him to get blackballed by every team in the league. Losing his generous paycheck will sting. __________________ Originally Posted by Cassel's Reckoning: Matt once made a very nice play in Seattle where he spun away from a pass rusher and hit Bowe off his back foot for a first down. One of the best plays Matt has ever made.
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Garcia Bronco No Keys, No Problem Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Denver Casino cash: $5093136	On the whole thing and the other people involved.. Doing the right thing all the time is sooo very hard. If it were easy, then everybody would do it. The kicker is that if everybody did the right thing, then nobody would learn anything about it. Wrap your mind around that.
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ShowtimeSBMVP Chiefs Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $3506009	NFL: AroundTheLeague ‏@NFL_ATL 1m Dolphins WR Mike Wallace to @JeffDarlington: "I have a lot of respect for Richie (Incognito). I wish he was here."
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Gravedigger Plays to win the game! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Lees Summit Casino cash: $7213101	Martin sounds like a huge pussy to me. Oh noes, that man said racial and insensitive things to me. What a huge non story this is, if he threatened his life then report something, other than that sounds like a little boy telling on another little boy. Grow the **** up and play football.
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