Zulu Cthulhu Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 Like I said, I'm not a fan of teams. I'm a fan of individual players. My favorite all time player was Steve Tasker. So I always find another player to root for, and he doesn't have to be a Buffalo Bill. My god man then stick to tennis and golf and boxing or whatever if you only care about individual achievement in sport. You understand football is a TEAM game? Your favorite players would certainly think your attitude is a bit askew if asked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SageAgainstTheMachine Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 I solved my depressed state - I don't watch the Bills - no meds needed - now wasn't that simple. Maybe you watch can and pound your fist on the bar, table, arm chair, etc. when Fitz throws another int., Spiller fumbles the ball away on the 1 yd. line, or Leodis gets beat for a touchdown that is the difference in the ball game. Way to antagonize a guy who was just trying to be helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 Exactly - and I didn't miss much did I? You claimed you were the fan of an individual player and NOT the team, hence why i brought up the pro-Spiller argument due to his individual performance. You didn't miss much from a team perspective. You missed a TON with regards to Spiller's play and development. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FanofFredJackson Posted September 15, 2012 Author Share Posted September 15, 2012 So which is it? You only watch the Bills because you like Fred and you prefer individual achievement, or the Bills make you upset because you perceive them to be incompetent? Can't have it both ways... You either like the team and they players they have, or you like individual players on multiple teams. If its the latter then you shouldn't care if you think the Bills coaches fail to make adjustments and the players are inconsistent... I root for Freddie to have a good week and am happy if he goes over 100 yds, and then if the team loses I don't care. Sure I would prefer they win, and they usually do when Freddie goes over 100 yds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBows Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 Just donned my Green Bay Packers ballcap - I'm rooting for Aaron Rogers, unlike the Bills he hasn't disappointed me very often Well, Nike will love you. And if you write enough love letters, maybe Aaron Rogers will too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cincinnati Kid Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 This is stupid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoName Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 Yeah this thread needs to be closed. I actually felt sorry for the guy when I first started reading this post and wondered why were people being so hard on him. The more I read, the more I understood. This guy might want to consider not posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 I solved my depressed state - I don't watch the Bills - no meds needed - now wasn't that simple. Maybe you watch can and pound your fist on the bar, table, arm chair, etc. when Fitz throws another int., Spiller fumbles the ball away on the 1 yd. line, or Leodis gets beat for a touchdown that is the difference in the ball game. Then stfu and gtfo, troll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 Nah, I'm not a team guy. I'm the type of guy that enjoys individual achievement. Guess that's why I also enjoy Tennis and Golf. Different strokes for different folks. It's gets tougher each week cheering on a team that when the clock runs out only leaves you depressed, and disappointed. Just donned my Green Bay Packers ballcap - I'm rooting for Aaron Rogers, unlike the Bills he hasn't disappointed me very often Exactly - and I didn't miss much did I? You must LOVE the pro bowl then. Or just be a troll. I'm guessing the latter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transient Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 I root for Freddie to have a good week and am happy if he goes over 100 yds, and then if the team loses I don't care. Sure I would prefer they win, and they usually do when Freddie goes over 100 yds. Great. If you get good enough internet service under your bridge maybe you can start a Fred Jackson forum and litter it with your profound football insight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
folz Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 (edited) How about rooting for Marcel Dareus this week, a talented player who just lost his brother, yet he's gonna be out there fighting for his team (and his brother I'm sure). What about George Wilson? He had to fight and claw his way to stay in the league. His passion level is at the same level as Fred's. And he's worked his way up, changing his position, to become a top safety. How about Spiller (as others have mentioned)? A top pick, who has been a patient, team guy...doing and saying the right things, now he has his opportunity to shine. How about Kyle Williams? The guy has never ever taken a play off. He's a beast who almost everyone doubted early on. How about Mario Williams? Our big FA acquisition? You could root for him to prove his contract. How about Stevie? A 7th rounder who is now talked about in Fantasy circles and on the national media on a regular basis. Plus he's a pretty darn good WR. I could go on and on...honestly, what do you mean there is no one else to root for with Fred out. (Of course, you root for the whole team and a win first and foremost). But, I mean, Fred is one of my favorites too; he's even on my fantasy team...I was devasted to see him injured. But football is a team sport and the Bills happen to be a very likable team that has a lot of guys with great stories and passion. So, there are plenty of individuals to root for. And once they start winning, it will be easy to root for the whole team. Edited September 15, 2012 by folz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted September 15, 2012 Share Posted September 15, 2012 How about rooting for Marcel Dareus this week, a talented player who just lost his brother, yet he's gonna be out there fighting for his team (and his brother I'm sure). What about George Wilson? He had to fight and claw his way to stay in the league. His passion level is at the same level as Fred's. And he's worked his way up, changing his position, to become a top safety. How about Spiller (as others have mentioned)? A top pick, who has been a patient, team guy...doing and saying the right things, now he has his opportunity to shine. How about Kyle Williams? The guy has never ever taken a play off. He's a beast who almost everyone doubted early on. How about Mario Williams? Our big FA acquisition? You could root for him to prove his contract. How about Stevie? A 7th rounder who is now talked about in Fantasy circles and on the national media on a regular basis. Plus he's a pretty darn good WR. I could go on and on...honestly, what do you mean there is no one else to root for with Fred out. (Of course, you root for the whole team and a win first and foremost). But, I mean, Fred is one of my favorites too; he's even on my fantasy team...I was devasted to see him injured. But football is a team sport and the Bills happen to be a very likable team that has a lot of guys with great stories and passion. So, there are plenty of individuals to root for. And once they start winning, it will be easy to root for the whole team. Because he's just trying to rile us up, not have a serious discussion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cantankerous Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Cool story bro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Nothing to root for? There's plenty to root for, both for pessimists and optimists. Pessimists can root for the #1 overall draft pick and for Fitz to suck. Optimists can root for 18-1 and for Fitz to become good. If you can't find something to root for, you might need glasses. Or a service dog. I'm gonna guess service dog for you. I had a service dog. Loaned it to McKelvin for this weekend... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 join a fantasy league and get some additional new favorite players... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I like Folz's take. well said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salty Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I root for the team and want a team that keeps chugging along when a main wheel goes down, thats what good teams do. Also as far as not having a RB to watch is the last problem we have on the team, Spiller is sound and exicting to watch, but I much rather have Jackson/Spiller combo, I hope Choice steps up and pounds some LBs and Spiller hides from them. Ive got 20 years of fandom, so Im rooting for whoever wants it, step up Bills players. LETS GO BUFFALO!! How about rooting for Marcel Dareus this week, a talented player who just lost his brother, yet he's gonna be out there fighting for his team (and his brother I'm sure). What about George Wilson? He had to fight and claw his way to stay in the league. His passion level is at the same level as Fred's. And he's worked his way up, changing his position, to become a top safety. How about Spiller (as others have mentioned)? A top pick, who has been a patient, team guy...doing and saying the right things, now he has his opportunity to shine. How about Kyle Williams? The guy has never ever taken a play off. He's a beast who almost everyone doubted early on. How about Mario Williams? Our big FA acquisition? You could root for him to prove his contract. How about Stevie? A 7th rounder who is now talked about in Fantasy circles and on the national media on a regular basis. Plus he's a pretty darn good WR. I could go on and on...honestly, what do you mean there is no one else to root for with Fred out. (Of course, you root for the whole team and a win first and foremost). But, I mean, Fred is one of my favorites too; he's even on my fantasy team...I was devasted to see him injured. But football is a team sport and the Bills happen to be a very likable team that has a lot of guys with great stories and passion. So, there are plenty of individuals to root for. And once they start winning, it will be easy to root for the whole team. Well put, I also want to root for Fitzpatrick, he represents the season this year, so I think he needs all the positive manifestation "thrown" his way that is possible from Bills fans. Positive thoughts and confidence, hes done it before, lets see it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optometric Insight Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I had a service dog. Loaned it to McKelvin for this weekend... Hey, thanks for doing that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LancasterSteve Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 I too like Fred Jackson. However, I root for the Bills because they are the Buffalo Bills not because who is on the team. Exactly. This year will 50 since I went to my first Bills game and have never gven up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted September 16, 2012 Share Posted September 16, 2012 Hey, thanks for doing that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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