RuntheDamnBall Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 I'm sadly not surprised. Count Jairus among the guys who are very good but don't have a strong desire to play the game. Does that make him smart? Probably. Does that probably help his well-being longer term? Most likely. Does that make him the kind of player you want to invest a lot of money in? Probably not. I think we dodged a bullet here -- and I was mad that they didn't pay him. Fact is that we don't know a lot about player personalities, what goes on day-in, day-out, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 The Saints defense is going to be really bad again, isn't it? Asking as a Matt Ryan fantasy owner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarleyNY Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 i remember when a few of us heard the term "hypochondriac" in relation to Byrd. Not surprising but sucks for NO. Yeah, this does suck for the Saints. Not only will they lose a quality player in Byrd, but it is another nut shot to their cap situation (which was already dismal). Nice move by Whaley to let this guy walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billsmovinup Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Have to be very careful when dishing out big deals. Sucks to be New Orleans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSOL Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 The Byrdman has flown the coop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Recap: Says that he is healthy but not wanting to return. -His meniscus has healed and he has been medically cleared but not participating. He is not on PUP. Says he is not fully recovered from the injury due to the mental aspect of it. Strong conversations saying he is not wanting to play anymore. Strong speculation and rumors seem worthwhile and well put stating that he is attempting to retire. Wow. Whaley going rogue sure helped the Bills dodge this bullet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickelCity Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Recap: Says that he is healthy but not wanting to return. -His meniscus has healed and he has been medically cleared but not participating. He is not on PUP. Says he is not fully recovered from the injury due to the mental aspect of it. Strong conversations saying he is not wanting to play anymore. Strong speculation and rumors seem worthwhile and well put stating that he is attempting to retire. Much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Recap: Says that he is healthy but not wanting to return. -His meniscus has healed and he has been medically cleared but not participating. He is not on PUP. Says he is not fully recovered from the injury due to the mental aspect of it. Strong conversations saying he is not wanting to play anymore. Strong speculation and rumors seem worthwhile and well put stating that he is attempting to retire. So like, if he is attempting to retire, WTF is stopping him? Retire already! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scribo Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 https://youtu.be/aPrtFxd9u9Y Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 So like, if he is attempting to retire, WTF is stopping him? Retire already! rumors saying saints and byrd working out injury settlement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1st&ten Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Guy was never a team player, glad we got rid of him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 So like, if he is attempting to retire, WTF is stopping him? Retire already! Like Marv always said, if you are thinking about retiring, you already have. GO BILLS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 I remember when people were convinced Byrd was using his injury as an excuse not to play because of his contract. I find that kind of speculation offensive, unless you have real solid proof. So, I will engage in a little unsubstantiated speculation, because I feel like offending myself today. Perhaps Byrd is just REALLY protective of his body, and thinks he knows what is best for him, physically. That is pretty unusual for a football player, as they are constantly playing through pain, and minor injuries. And for that reason, being too reluctant to play with discomfort isn't a very good characteristic for an NFL player. So he may not be faking it, or jaking it, or...whatever. He just might be a bit of a pu$$y when it comes to playing with pain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manther Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Recap: Says that he is healthy but not wanting to return. -His meniscus has healed and he has been medically cleared but not participating. He is not on PUP. Says he is not fully recovered from the injury due to the mental aspect of it. Strong conversations saying he is not wanting to play anymore. Strong speculation and rumors seem worthwhile and well put stating that he is attempting to retire. He just wanted his payday! Glad we didn't cut the check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 I remember when people were convinced Byrd was using his injury as an excuse not to play because of his contract. I find that kind of speculation offensive, unless you have real solid proof. So, I will engage in a little unsubstantiated speculation, because I feel like offending myself today. Perhaps Byrd is just REALLY protective of his body, and thinks he knows what is best for him, physically. That is pretty unusual for a football player, as they are constantly playing through pain, and minor injuries. And for that reason, being too reluctant to play with discomfort isn't a very good characteristic for an NFL player. So he may not be faking it, or jaking it, or...whatever. He just might be a bit of a pu$$y when it comes to playing with pain. It's amazing how it cleared right up when he hit Free Agency. Then after getting a bunch of guaranteed money... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bladiebla Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 At least Birdie won't go brogue... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 I remember when people were convinced Byrd was using his injury as an excuse not to play because of his contract. I find that kind of speculation offensive, unless you have real solid proof. So, I will engage in a little unsubstantiated speculation, because I feel like offending myself today. Perhaps Byrd is just REALLY protective of his body, and thinks he knows what is best for him, physically. That is pretty unusual for a football player, as they are constantly playing through pain, and minor injuries. And for that reason, being too reluctant to play with discomfort isn't a very good characteristic for an NFL player. So he may not be faking it, or jaking it, or...whatever. He just might be a bit of a pu$$y when it comes to playing with pain. I agree with this theory. I don't think he is faking anything. I think he probably milks these injuries though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBob Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Pay the man his money! Oh wait, sorry.............. LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Dog Named Kelso Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) What was his signing bonus with NO ... does he even have to play again? lol Maybe he is holding out until he gets paid what he should. We know who his agent is after all. Edited September 2, 2015 by A Dog Named Kelso Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 What was his signing bonus with NO ... does he even have to play again? lol Maybe he is holding out until he gets paid what he should. We know who his agent is after all. 11 million. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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