Prickly Pete Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 I really don't think a petition is needed, there will be some kind of dedication on the uniform. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 (edited) Everyone should read this article. Am I the only one who finds this disgusting and tasteless??? I HATE the Toronto media. http://www.thestar.c...onto_kelly.html CBF Edited March 26, 2014 by Canadian Bills Fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Campy Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Everyone should read this article. Am I the only one who finds this disgusting and tasteless??? I HATE the Toronto media. http://www.thestar.c...onto_kelly.html CBF I read it last night and found it to be inaccurate in some spots and tasteless in others. There is truth that some thought of Ralph as being a cheapskate. And there is truth he wasn't universally loved in Buffalo or by Bills fans. Perhaps if Cathel Kelly waited a few days it wouldn't have seemed so... harsh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 I read it last night and found it to be inaccurate in some spots and tasteless in others. There is truth that some thought of Ralph as being a cheapskate. And there is truth he wasn't universally loved in Buffalo or by Bills fans. Perhaps if Cathel Kelly waited a few days it wouldn't have seemed so... harsh. I agree. He was very tasteless and I find it convienient that there is no comments section on the site CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Everyone should read this article. Am I the only one who finds this disgusting and tasteless??? I HATE the Toronto media. http://www.thestar.c...onto_kelly.html CBF What an ass I also was pissed at La Canfora for saying the Bills future was in doubt not 15 mins after the news broke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 @ChrisBrownBills Packers Pres. & CEO on Wilson’s vision http://wp.me/plmrg-9RU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 What an ass I also was pissed at La Canfora for saying the Bills future was in doubt not 15 mins after the news broke. Its amazing how disrespectful people can be during tragic times. Makes me sick. CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like A Mofo Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Everyone should read this article. Am I the only one who finds this disgusting and tasteless??? I HATE the Toronto media. http://www.thestar.c...onto_kelly.html CBF When you have to cover a crap organization like the Leafs, who are doing their annual swoon, anger ensues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Campy Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 @ChrisBrownBills Packers Pres. & CEO on Wilson’s vision http://wp.me/plmrg-9RU He also was a friend of the Packers, a fellow small-market team, as the league evolved its business operations to ensure all teams had firm financial footing to achieve competitive balance on the field. The success of the league is a lasting testament to Ralph’s vision. “On a personal note, as a life-long Bills fan, I have a great appreciation for all he did for the Bills and the Western New York community over the years.” Nice tribute by Mark Murphy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like A Mofo Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 By the way, Cathal Kelly from the Toronto Sun is a certified, Grad A PUNK. He wrote something slamming the city of Buffalo and the Sabres earlier this year as well: http://www.thestar.com/sports/leafs/2013/09/23/buffalos_not_important_enough_to_hate_kelly.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 By the way, Cathal Kelly from the Toronto Sun is a certified, Grad A PUNK. He wrote something slamming the city of Buffalo and the Sabres earlier this year as well: http://www.thestar.c...hate_kelly.html Does not surprise me CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Everyone should read this article. Am I the only one who finds this disgusting and tasteless??? I HATE the Toronto media. http://www.thestar.c...onto_kelly.html CBF I just emailed him a short one line message. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Leigh Steinberg: http://www.forbes.co...special-person/ Gil Brandt (and Casserly video): http://www.nfl.com/n...ut-league-first Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Everyone should read this article. Am I the only one who finds this disgusting and tasteless??? I HATE the Toronto media. http://www.thestar.c...onto_kelly.html CBF I found it hilarious. There's something about an article complaining about a dead man's megalomania in "naming a stadium after himself" (point of note: the county named it after him; he wanted "Buffalo Bills Stadium") then following it with the observation that the start of the "New NFL" will be with Bon Jovi bringing the Bills to Toronto that is richly ironic. I really don't think a petition is needed, there will be some kind of dedication on the uniform. I would not be surprised if the entire league did so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 I found it hilarious. There's something about an article complaining about a dead man's megalomania in "naming a stadium after himself" (point of note: the county named it after him; he wanted "Buffalo Bills Stadium") then following it with the observation that the start of the "New NFL" will be with Bon Jovi bringing the Bills to Toronto that is richly ironic. I would not be surprised if the entire league did so. Thank-you. Been trying to tell people that for years. Pataki also insisted the stadium also be named after Mr. Wilson. GO BILLS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFLstyle Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Yes, the Toronto media is a joke. I live in Toronto and work in this field and some of the mainstream sports reporters are embarrassing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan89 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 RIP Ralph, you kept the team in Buffalo and you built the team in Buffalo. Sad day, but the guy lived a long and fruitful life. Still a disappointment to see him no longer with us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 (edited) With all that's been going on I've been watching a lot of Youtube Bills stuff and found this. You don't have to watch it all just the snip with Talley at the 1:29 mark. 60 minutes baby! We told you we'd take it 60. Edited March 27, 2014 by Chef Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Have funeral arrangements been made public? Any chance Buffalo is included in them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I agree. He was very tasteless and I find it convienient that there is no comments section on the site CBF How they could write this up a day after his death even before the funeral is disgusting. It was riddled with inaccuracies, and if you read the Buff News this morning, there is a good article on taxes. It makes complete sense he was trying to evade estate and capital gains taxes. BTW - Thank Obama who raised capital gains again after the previous admin lowered as they were excessive. Since in trust there could be direction from Ralph that would be kept confidential. It is possible as he really did love this city and team. It's possible he placed in his trust that any new owner who keeps the team in Buffalo would get the first shot at the team. Then the bidding starts. It's really up to Wilson's family if they would for example take 950 mil from a Pegula or Golisano, vs. the AEG owner in LA who offers 1 bil. Would the Wilson take a little less, not a ton to keep it in Buffalo as that is what are Wilson's wishes. We'll see. Can this provide leverage and pressure to NY to now help build a stadium. If NYS can peruade Goodell they'll do it but with a 20 year deal to keep the Bills in Buffalo. We'll see as I know I'm having a wishful thinking moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
/dev/null Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 RIP Ralph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I just emailed him a short one line message. I hope it was strongly worded! and thank you!!! CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 How they could write this up a day after his death even before the funeral is disgusting. It was riddled with inaccuracies, and if you read the Buff News this morning, there is a good article on taxes. It makes complete sense he was trying to evade estate and capital gains taxes. BTW - Thank Obama who raised capital gains again after the previous admin lowered as they were excessive. Since in trust there could be direction from Ralph that would be kept confidential. It is possible as he really did love this city and team. It's possible he placed in his trust that any new owner who keeps the team in Buffalo would get the first shot at the team. Then the bidding starts. It's really up to Wilson's family if they would for example take 950 mil from a Pegula or Golisano, vs. the AEG owner in LA who offers 1 bil. Would the Wilson take a little less, not a ton to keep it in Buffalo as that is what are Wilson's wishes. We'll see. Can this provide leverage and pressure to NY to now help build a stadium. If NYS can peruade Goodell they'll do it but with a 20 year deal to keep the Bills in Buffalo. We'll see as I know I'm having a wishful thinking moment. I agree. It was disgusting and actually makes me angry! CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I hope it was strongly worded! and thank you!!! CBF Right to the point! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Right to the point! Good for you man! CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 The latest #Bills column from @anthonybialy: “Remembering Ralph” http://ow.ly/3iD4Oi #BillsMafia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLFan Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Everyone should read this article. Am I the only one who finds this disgusting and tasteless??? I HATE the Toronto media. http://www.thestar.c...onto_kelly.html CBF I thought so too. Very typical of Toronto media. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I thought so too. Very typical of Toronto media. Agreed 100% CBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 MMQB: http://mmqb.si.com/2014/03/26/ralph-wilson-buffalo-bills-dies/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#89 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 For the past 3 years I haven't gotten my training camp hug from Ralph and now there won't be another chance. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. His family are all in my thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Hi Cindy! Nice to hear from you! You are missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wagon Circler Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 There has been criticism of Peter King from time to time here as there is of all media members. But I thought he wrote a great epitaph for Ralph. King, with some ties to the Bills in the past (local?) gets it. I have always considered the Bills more than a sports team. Having left buffalo in 1978, after having season tickets for ten years, the Bills were more than like a public trust.They were Buffalo. As for Ralph, I still haven't forgiven him for firing Bill Polian. My epitaph: Ralph Wilson: He was a lousy owner, but at least he kept the team in buffalo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Security Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 http://mmqb.si.com/2014/03/26/ralph-wilson-buffalo-bills-dies/?eref=sihp Very kind words for Ralph. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousetrap08 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Of all the those who gave their best wish to RW. The one name that I have not heard from is Marv Levy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filthymcnasty08 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 (edited) The Bills are indeed Buffalo. I fear that the NFL's tipping point for going beyond greed will be severing its ties with the Buffalo fan base and moving the Bills. I would rather it be so many other events…..it just seems to be our fate. Edited March 27, 2014 by filthymcnasty08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 For the past 3 years I haven't gotten my training camp hug from Ralph and now there won't be another chance. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. His family are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you are well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Of all the those who gave their best wish to RW. The one name that I have not heard from is Marv Levy. http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Stories-about-Ralph-by-some-who-knew-him-best/3b234eb9-3518-41fa-ac6d-f092ee71fabf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Of all the those who gave their best wish to RW. The one name that I have not heard from is Marv Levy. Saw some quotes, I'll see if I can find them. Edit...Marv & Van: http://wivb.com/2014...er-bills-owner/ More Marv: http://blogs.buffalonews.com/sully_on_sports/2014/03/marv-on-ralph-he-wanted-to-show-you-he-knew-the-game.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanM.D. Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 (edited) From the article: http://mmqb.si.com/2014/03/26/ralph-wilson-buffalo-bills-dies/?eref=sihp "I asked him what made him keep the franchise in western New York. This was a man not from Buffalo, and watched during his ownership of the Bills as Buffalo dropped from the 18th-largest market in America to 49th, and resisted feelers and offers to sell the team for a monstrous profit or to move the franchise to a lucrative market—Los Angeles, for instance. “I couldn’t bear to do that to the people of Buffalo,’’ he said. “They’re such good people, and they love that team. They need that team.” Thanks for posting. Edited March 27, 2014 by BillsFanM.D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousetrap08 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 (edited) Saw some quotes, I'll see if I can find them. Edit...Marv & Van: http://wivb.com/2014...er-bills-owner/ More Marv: http://blogs.buffalonews.com/sully_on_sports/2014/03/marv-on-ralph-he-wanted-to-show-you-he-knew-the-game.html Oh ok I was not trying to bash Marv or anything because I have nothing but the up most respect for him and I thank you very much for the links you provided. Edited March 27, 2014 by shadowcat10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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