Kkspike Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Fitz called him a punk because 1. He knocked out Fred Jackson on the one yard line Fred fumble pats recovered. 2.Fitz threw a pick and Spikes KO Scott Chandler on a blindside hit to the head 15 yards away from the play. That's why when Spikes was hurt in the last bills game the Buffalo players where jawing with him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 This is totally illegal. The NFLPA needs to file a grievance. If the reason he is ir'd is a mutual decision or discipline, it's gotta be illegal. Gives the patriots an extra roster spot too, right? For tonight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Too bad he didn't get Aaron Hernandez in line before it was too late Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QB Bills Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 He's the guy who flexed his bicep after delivering that cheap headshot to Freddie. Him hurting his knee after being juked out of his jockstrap by spiller two weeks ago was one of the highlights of the season for me. Hopefully that led to this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 For tonight? That's what I thought. I thought if you IR a guy, you get an extra spot. Not sure how it works in the playoffs, but it seems like an unfair advantage. By the way, if you get the docs to testify that Spikes just has some minor knee thing and could easily play, the Pats would have a hard time lying to justify this move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 That's what I thought. I thought if you IR a guy, you get an extra spot. Not sure how it works in the playoffs, but it seems like an unfair advantage. By the way, if you get the docs to testify that Spikes just has some minor knee thing and could easily play, the Pats would have a hard time lying to justify this move. Yea he's off the 53 - that is the point of IR. But he seems to be injured and not wanting to press the issue so.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 That's what I thought. I thought if you IR a guy, you get an extra spot. Not sure how it works in the playoffs, but it seems like an unfair advantage. By the way, if you get the docs to testify that Spikes just has some minor knee thing and could easily play, the Pats would have a hard time lying to justify this move. Who were they going to pick up as good as him a week before the game?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kemp Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Another reason he is the best in the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PO'14 Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Another reason he is the best in the game. You talking about Brady? Can we stop sucking Billicheats jock strap! He was worthless prior to Brady and will be worthless after! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Syracuse Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Holding players accountable -- what a ridiculous concept. No wonder Belichick's teams always suck. Having one of, if not the best QB in the NFL helps. He wasn't such a genius at Cleveland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Didn't he go to Florida.... also I think he got benched for the NC game when he was there because he got in trouble with Urban. Don't stop him. He's on a roll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBills51 Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) Although I have to admit that, like most of you, I've always felt that Spikes was a scumbag...I still wouldn't mind seeing him in a Bills uniform next year. He is one of the better inside linebackers in the league against the run, and the Bills could use an upgrade at ILB. Not to mention, he should come fairly cheap and he is only 26. With the ability of Spikes to take on blockers, I think Kiko would be free to do what he does best - rack up tackles. And for those of you who like to go by PFF grades: https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/01/01/2014-free-agent-linebackers/ I wouldn't be too upset with: Jerry Hughes (Will) - Kiko Alonso (Mike) - Brandon Spikes (Ted) - Manny Lawson (Sam) Edited January 12, 2014 by DaBills51 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuntheDamnBall Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Although I have to admit that, like most of you, I've always felt that Spikes was a scumbag...I still wouldn't mind seeing him in a Bills uniform next year. He is one of the better inside linebackers in the league against the run, and the Bills could use an upgrade at ILB. Not to mention, he should come fairly cheap and he is only 26. With the ability of Spikes to take on blockers, I think Kiko would be free to do what he does best - rack up tackles. I wouldn't be too upset with: Jerry Hughes (Will) - Kiko Alonso (Mike) - Brandon Spikes (Ted) - Manny Lawson (Sam) Don't tell Fred Jackson that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Word is he wasn't just late, he totally missed the practice. Also conflicting reports - mort saying he'd have been cut if not for the risk of another playoff team claiming him, others in Boston saying it's solely injury related. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBills51 Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Don't tell Fred Jackson that. If it was a different player that Spikes hurt, then maybe I think it would become an issue. But honestly, I think Fred is a big enough man/leader to realize it's about getting better as a team. If anything, I think fans hold grudges much longer than players, since fans take things more personal. Players realize that it's a business and that they can't, nor do they have to, be all buddy-buddy with everyone on the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Who were they going to pick up as good as him a week before the game?? No one. But I am sure they are using the roster spot on someone, which is an advantage over the alternative. The alternative is that you suspend a guy for violating a team rule and you eat that roster spot. That's what every other team has to do in such a situation. Seems lame that they could use a minor injury to justify this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted January 12, 2014 Author Share Posted January 12, 2014 No one. But I am sure they are using the roster spot on someone, which is an advantage over the alternative. The alternative is that you suspend a guy for violating a team rule and you eat that roster spot. That's what every other team has to do in such a situation. Seems lame that they could use a minor injury to justify this. They could have activated someone from the PS. Didn't look to see if he did though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 They could have activated someone from the PS. Didn't look to see if he did though. Hey, man-- you change your screen name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) No one. But I am sure they are using the roster spot on someone, which is an advantage over the alternative. The alternative is that you suspend a guy for violating a team rule and you eat that roster spot. That's what every other team has to do in such a situation. Seems lame that they could use a minor injury to justify this. I'm not positive on team conduct suspensions but during league ones the player doesn't count against the 53 or the cap. Many argue the team shouldn't get that benefit if their players are acting up and should have to eat the spot. Edited January 12, 2014 by NoSaint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 (edited) No one. But I am sure they are using the roster spot on someone, which is an advantage over the alternative. The alternative is that you suspend a guy for violating a team rule and you eat that roster spot. That's what every other team has to do in such a situation. Seems lame that they could use a minor injury to justify this. So losing a starter to replace him with a guy from the PS is an advantage? Edited January 12, 2014 by Mr. WEO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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