Football T.O. why not give him a chance? - Page 2

tymania · 07-14-2010, 07:18 AM

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5377014
NEW YORK -- Terrell Owens would like to point out that he's never been disciplined by the NFL for off-field conduct, unlike some of the league's "golden boys."

No team has yet to sign him as a free agent, and the polarizing receiver worries teams are swayed by the perception he's a troublemaker. It's a perception he believes he disproved with his agreeable behavior in Buffalo during a disappointing season last year.

"There were a number of times where prior I probably would have reacted, said something I wasn't supposed to say," Owens told The Associated Press on Tuesday. "I really had some restraint, very patient."

“

Owens Some of the golden boys that they kind of highlight throughout the course of the season, those are the guys that are getting in trouble. Somehow I get lumped into those topics, which blows my mind.
” -- Terrell Owens

Did any owners notice?

"It's almost like I didn't play last year," he lamented.

Training camps open for veterans in about two weeks, but Owens sounded as though he may even prefer waiting to sign until after the start of the preseason. The 36-year-old promises he'll make sure to be in excellent shape. And like many players he believes camp is too long, anyway.

"Anything can happen from now to the beginning of the season," he said. "Injuries, anything, to where I may be brought in to help a team win."

As long as he signs early enough "to get some rhythm, some chemistry, learn the offense, and develop that camaraderie with the guys."

Owens is clearly sensitive to the coverage he receives in the media. He disputed talk that he's making exorbitant salary demands.

"They're always focused on what has happened earlier in my career," he complained.

"It's not like I can't play," Owens added. "There is some type of influence that they're making in the minds of teams and owners and GMs."

What happened earlier in his career -- in San Francisco, Philadelphia and Dallas -- was that he too often said what he wasn't supposed to. NFL executives are wary of players who might find trouble off the field as commissioner Roger Goodell has cracked down on misbehavior.

"If that's the case," Owens said, "then I definitely should be on somebody's team."

Sign T.O., improve your team's image? In an offseason when Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was suspended for six games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, maybe that doesn't sound so far-fetched.

"Some of the golden boys that they kind of highlight throughout the course of the season, those are the guys that are getting in trouble," Owens said. "Somehow I get lumped into those topics, which blows my mind.

"I've never been in any trouble. I know right from wrong. I try to make the right choices and judgments when I'm out in the public."

What may be scaring off teams more is his production during his one season in Buffalo: 55 catches for 829 yards and five touchdowns. Not helping matters is the uncertainty surrounding the collective bargaining agreement.

"Now they feel like I'm slowing down or I can't play," Owens said. "But those numbers can be deceiving."

He would also like to point out that the Bills' coaching staff upheaval and offensive line injuries weren't exactly conducive to offensive domination.

Owens plans to play two or three more seasons, after which his career aspirations include acting and interior design. He was in New York this week promoting his reality show on VH1, which had its second season premiere Sunday.

In the meantime, Owens wants to play for a team that was on the cusp of making or advancing in the playoffs last season. He specifically mentioned Cincinnati, though the Bengals signed Antonio Bryant after meeting with Owens in March, presumably ending their pursuit of other top receivers.

Owens expressed confidence he will be playing somewhere in the NFL when the season begins.

"I feel like I have enough talent to be a starter on any team," he said. "That's what's so frustrating."

I say he couldnt hurt our team... why not bring him in.. if he screws up give him the boot

tymania · 07-14-2010, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRock

Todd Haley hates T.O. T.O. hates Todd Haley. Isn't this common knowledge?

i did not know that.. but on another note you know if Todd Haley doesnt do something great with our team this year that cowher is coming in as HC next year right?

**gblowfish** · 07-14-2010, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by frazod

Douchebag, headcase, lockerroom cancer and way way way past his prime. **** him. I wouldn't even want him to pass by the stadium on a bus.

This.

He'd just make Bowe more of a hot dog.

Frazod · 07-14-2010, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by BigRock

Todd Haley hates T.O. T.O. hates Todd Haley. Isn't this common knowledge?

Haley hates everybody. He's like the kid from the Life cereal commercial.

jspchief · 07-14-2010, 09:18 AM

How many NFL teams decided his talent wasn't worth it when he was in his prime?

He's declined significantly in the last few years. If we wasn't worth the trouble when he was great, why would he be worth it when he's only OK.

ToxSocks · 07-14-2010, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by frazod

Haley hates everybody. He's like the kid from the Life cereal commercial.

I think it was more of a matter of T.O hating Haley rather than Haley hating T.O.

Farzin · 07-14-2010, 10:03 AM

Might as well bring back LJ...

**morphius** · 07-14-2010, 10:11 AM

Sadly TO missed out on the fact that most teams have come to the realization that building a team and chemistry seems to work better than a group of selfish locker room cancers. It is a shame, because the guy works hard, stays in shape, plays hard, hasn't caused many issues in public, and yet can't seem but to help himself from burning every bridge he passes.

LaChapelle · 07-14-2010, 11:02 AM

Fairview Hartville Graff
Bado Owens Dunn Solo Cabool
Missouri Rand McNally O -12&13

444 Missouri towns down
56 more for 500 offseason goal
it will be over soon

Pasta Little Brioni · 07-14-2010, 11:08 AM

In the meantime, Owens wants to play for a team that was on the cusp of making or advancing in the playoffs last season.

MoreLemonPledge · 07-14-2010, 11:11 AM

He said he wouldn't play for Haley in an interview on 96.5 the Buzz apparently.

Free agent Terrell Owens conceded Tuesday that he doesn't "get along" with Chiefs coach Todd Haley.
Back in 2006, when Haley was the wide receivers coach in Dallas, the two butted heads on several occasions. Haley had grown tired of T.O.'s antics, and Owens in turn felt disrespected by his position coach. The Chiefs don't have a need for another veteran receiver, so it's not a good fit for T.O. regardless.

Sure-Oz · 07-14-2010, 11:16 AM

But TO is nice, it shows he is on the TO SHOW

KCrockaholic · 07-14-2010, 11:19 AM

T.O. basically said on 96.5 the Buzz the other day that he will not play for the Chiefs because of Todd Haley. We don't want him, and his shitty hands, and he doesn't want us.

Deberg_1990 · 07-14-2010, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frazod

Douchebag, headcase, lockerroom cancer and way way way past his prime. **** him. I wouldn't even want him to pass by the stadium on a bus.

Past his prime and still put up better numbers than any other KC WR last year.

He may be a D-bag, but T.O. can still play.

tymania · 07-14-2010, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by kcrockaholic4life

T.O. basically said on 96.5 the Buzz the other day that he will not play for the Chiefs because of Todd Haley. We don't want him, and his shitty hands, and he doesn't want us.

interesting i did not hear about that nor did i realize that Haley was his position coach in Dallas.. and you are right we dont need two WR's with butter fingers.. one is enough

Hydrae · 07-14-2010, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by LaChapelle

Fairview Hartville Graff
Bado Owens Dunn Solo Cabool
Missouri Rand McNally O -12&13

444 Missouri towns down
56 more for 500 offseason goal
it will be over soon

I think this site is being used to commincate to undercover operatives of some kind. These are obviously disguised messages of when to meet or begin an operation. Especially with the advent of Rand McNally in the latest postings I have seen.

07-14-2010, 07:18 AM
tymania Love it or Leave it USA#1 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa Casino cash: $10004900	T.O. why not give him a chance? http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5377014 NEW YORK -- Terrell Owens would like to point out that he's never been disciplined by the NFL for off-field conduct, unlike some of the league's "golden boys." No team has yet to sign him as a free agent, and the polarizing receiver worries teams are swayed by the perception he's a troublemaker. It's a perception he believes he disproved with his agreeable behavior in Buffalo during a disappointing season last year. "There were a number of times where prior I probably would have reacted, said something I wasn't supposed to say," Owens told The Associated Press on Tuesday. "I really had some restraint, very patient." “ Owens Some of the golden boys that they kind of highlight throughout the course of the season, those are the guys that are getting in trouble. Somehow I get lumped into those topics, which blows my mind. ” -- Terrell Owens Did any owners notice? "It's almost like I didn't play last year," he lamented. Training camps open for veterans in about two weeks, but Owens sounded as though he may even prefer waiting to sign until after the start of the preseason. The 36-year-old promises he'll make sure to be in excellent shape. And like many players he believes camp is too long, anyway. "Anything can happen from now to the beginning of the season," he said. "Injuries, anything, to where I may be brought in to help a team win." As long as he signs early enough "to get some rhythm, some chemistry, learn the offense, and develop that camaraderie with the guys." Owens is clearly sensitive to the coverage he receives in the media. He disputed talk that he's making exorbitant salary demands. "They're always focused on what has happened earlier in my career," he complained. "It's not like I can't play," Owens added. "There is some type of influence that they're making in the minds of teams and owners and GMs." What happened earlier in his career -- in San Francisco, Philadelphia and Dallas -- was that he too often said what he wasn't supposed to. NFL executives are wary of players who might find trouble off the field as commissioner Roger Goodell has cracked down on misbehavior. "If that's the case," Owens said, "then I definitely should be on somebody's team." Sign T.O., improve your team's image? In an offseason when Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was suspended for six games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, maybe that doesn't sound so far-fetched. "Some of the golden boys that they kind of highlight throughout the course of the season, those are the guys that are getting in trouble," Owens said. "Somehow I get lumped into those topics, which blows my mind. "I've never been in any trouble. I know right from wrong. I try to make the right choices and judgments when I'm out in the public." What may be scaring off teams more is his production during his one season in Buffalo: 55 catches for 829 yards and five touchdowns. Not helping matters is the uncertainty surrounding the collective bargaining agreement. "Now they feel like I'm slowing down or I can't play," Owens said. "But those numbers can be deceiving." He would also like to point out that the Bills' coaching staff upheaval and offensive line injuries weren't exactly conducive to offensive domination. Owens plans to play two or three more seasons, after which his career aspirations include acting and interior design. He was in New York this week promoting his reality show on VH1, which had its second season premiere Sunday. In the meantime, Owens wants to play for a team that was on the cusp of making or advancing in the playoffs last season. He specifically mentioned Cincinnati, though the Bengals signed Antonio Bryant after meeting with Owens in March, presumably ending their pursuit of other top receivers. Owens expressed confidence he will be playing somewhere in the NFL when the season begins. "I feel like I have enough talent to be a starter on any team," he said. "That's what's so frustrating." I say he couldnt hurt our team... why not bring him in.. if he screws up give him the boot
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