Mr. T Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 Is it just me, or does anyone else find it strange that Bruce Smith never seemed to officially retire. For a player that was one of the most dominating players to ever play (at least when he was a Bill), doesn't it seem odd that he just simply stopped playing without anyone noticing. No final game press conference, no teary farewell to the game, just gone. Don't get me wrong, I understand that Bruce was a jerk in many ways. I realize he was a selfish player at times. I know he left Buffalo simply for more money. But he is the greatest DE that ever played for the Bills, and one of the best ever in the NFL. Now you see him in beer commercials between games and realize he's not playing anymore. What a shame for a great career to end without anyone noticing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34-78-83 Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 I agree. I mean even with Andre Reed who similarly left on rough terms, he eventually came to his senses and realized what he had here. The team welcomed him back and allowed him to retire a Bill. Why not Bruce? C'mon Bruce, admit that your best days were spent here and be humble and retire a Bill.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloWings Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 He'll be back. I think Bruce knows what he had in Buffalo, so he won't leave without acknowledging that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zamboni Man Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 If I recall, Bruce left b/c the Bills cut him, not b/c he wanted more money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozymandius Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 You know what's kinda sad. Despite possibly being a better DE than Reggie, Bruce will never be as fondly remembered or as respected (with the possible exception of the homosexual community since they're probably still mad at Reggie) because he wasn't as much of a people person. Can you imagine the media fawning over Bruce the way they have Reggie when he drops? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zamboni Man Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 I just wish the Bills could've picked up Reggie White to play w/ Bruce back in '93. Could you imagine that defensive line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RabidBillsFanVT Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 Could you imagine KEEPING Nate Odomes instead of going through Kerner/Irvin/Watson???? *SIGH* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockpile Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 If I recall, Bruce left b/c the Bills cut him, not b/c he wanted more money. 181724[/snapback] The Bills did cut him, along with Thurman and Andre. I don't think he wanted more money, but the Bills may have tried to restructure his contract to help the cap, and he refused. If anyone knows the facts, I would be interested. I did find this tidbit: year 2000 "cuts" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 You know what's kinda sad. Despite possibly being a better DE than Reggie, Bruce will never be as fondly remembered or as respected (with the possible exception of the homosexual community since they're probably still mad at Reggie) because he wasn't as much of a people person. Can you imagine the media fawning over Bruce the way they have Reggie when he drops? 181728[/snapback] You know what's kinda sad. The entire country mourns over the death of one person (rightfully so) but no one mentions a word of the thousands of people who have died over in asia. A human being is a human being, I don't care what country they are from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corp000085 Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 I think he might still be contractually obligated to the redskins till after this season. That would clear the way for his one day contract with the bills. I think he knows what he did here. He's just waiting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RabidBillsFanVT Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 I think he might still be contractually obligated to the redskins till after this season. That would clear the way for his one day contract with the bills. I think he knows what he did here. He's just waiting. 181920[/snapback] Well that is welcome news!!! Thanks for the update Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROCCEO Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 You know what's kinda sad. The entire country mourns over the death of one person (rightfully so) but no one mentions a word of the thousands of people who have died over in asia. A human being is a human being, I don't care what country they are from. 181913[/snapback] Or sudan for that matter....(will refrain from saying more since it's not PPP) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Darin Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 You know what's kinda sad. The entire country mourns over the death of one person (rightfully so) but no one mentions a word of the thousands of people who have died over in asia. A human being is a human being, I don't care what country they are from. 181913[/snapback] People "know" Reggie White. Most people couldn't find Sumatra on a map if you took away a hemisphere. Food for thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fezmid Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 You know what's kinda sad. The entire country mourns over the death of one person (rightfully so) but no one mentions a word of the thousands of people who have died over in asia. A human being is a human being, I don't care what country they are from. 181913[/snapback] I'm reminded of this quote: A single death is a tragidy. A thousand deaths is a statistic. CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_BiB_ Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 People "know" Reggie White. Most people couldn't find Sumatra on a map if you took away a hemisphere. Food for thought. 182396[/snapback] I could. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Gross Posted December 28, 2004 Share Posted December 28, 2004 I think he might still be contractually obligated to the redskins till after this season. That would clear the way for his one day contract with the bills. I think he knows what he did here. He's just waiting. 181920[/snapback] Huh? Wasn't he cut? Cut == no contract oblingations, doesn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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