BuffaloBud420 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Some of you guys have no self respect for yourselves. Will beilive anything the Bills feed you and agree with them on everything, quite sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billznut Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 (edited) His job is to sell tickets. Seems to me he's the one doing their job there...His job is team president of both the Sabres and Bills. I can assure you he does far more than just sell tickets. Don't be ignorant like so many others here. And to clarify I'm NO fan of Brandon's at all. I'd love him to be gone. But he does much more than marketing. Edited April 30, 2017 by Billznut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBud420 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 How many season tickets did the Bills sell last year? That's the answer to your question. They have been selling season tickets before Russ and will be after. I've have had season tickets in my family since the 60's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 It's relevant to the question asked. How does Russ still have a job? Because he markets the hell out of buffalo. Its relevant because now he is the man who brings all to Buffalo- im enlightened now. Honestly tho, I dont think we really know if he is good or not- none of us know his performance measures etc. one thing many on here do look at is trends- and the Bills/Sabres have a trend of losing and Russ is a constant in said organizations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilzfancy Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Ok. Snowflake. Â Have my own house...and I may smoke another bowl. I've worn the uniform, US Army 1970-73, have you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 They have been selling season tickets before Russ and will be after. I've have had season tickets in my family since the 60'sMe too- since the franchise started- theres alot of factors that go into more season ticket sales- one being a much better economy in WNY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriveFor1Outta5 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 There's a lot going on in this thread. I've learned quite a bit. So will Russ Brandon eventually become mayor of Buffalo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustWinPlease Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Until he is gone, i have a feeling nothing is going to change. Because he consistently sells a mediocre product...that's his only job, and he's the best at it in the NFL by a long shot. Â Nobody buys mediocrity like Bills fans, we've done it for nearly two decades. #PlayoffCaliber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cba fan Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 (edited) Its relevant because now he is the man who brings all to Buffalo- im enlightened now. Honestly tho, I dont think we really know if he is good or not- none of us know his performance measures etc. one thing many on here do look at is trends- and the Bills/Sabres have a trend of losing and Russ is a constant in said organizations If I was Brandon I would run down to the executive washroom and check if my key still works. Like. Right now. Edited May 1, 2017 by cba fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuvian Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 he's a glorified huckster with zero accountability Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBud420 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Because he consistently sells a mediocre product...that's his only job, and he's the best at it in the NFL by a long shot. Â Nobody buys mediocrity like Bills fans, we've done it for nearly two decades. #PlayoffCaliber Its Buffalo, it is like Green Bay. Will always sell, no matter what. Not much else to spend our extra money on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 ...ANY news yet on interviews for 3,864 budding TBD GM candidates ?....sent a text to Rap and he said "nothing yet" and was surprised as to why not............ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 (edited) Its relevant because now he is the man who brings all to Buffalo- im enlightened now. Honestly tho, I dont think we really know if he is good or not- none of us know his performance measures etc. one thing many on here do look at is trends- and the Bills/Sabres have a trend of losing and Russ is a constant in said organizationsHis performance metrics revolve around revenue, brand management and to a lesser extent community involvement. Sponsorship revenue, ticket revenue, broadcast revenue (locally), facilities, brand loyalty and governmental negotiations. In a nutshell, that is what he is in charge of (at least on a macro level). If you are happy with the lease, the number of tickets, naming rights, etc... you should be happy with the job he is doing. If you think that they are failing in those areas you should not like the job that he is doing. Â I can tell you he has a very strong reputation around sports because of the success that they have had in a tough situation. I don't know what his contract looks like but you best believe he will have team president opportunities once his non-compete expires if he were to go free. I don't know if he'd do it again but will have the chance. Edited April 30, 2017 by Kirby Jackson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBud420 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 (edited) Do people honestly think if Russ was fired, the Bills would stop selling tickets and their revenue would go down? Lol. Edited April 30, 2017 by BuffaloBud420 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 I'd like to see Brandon fired just because I am sick of hearing about stupid "how does Russ Brandon still have a job?" bull ****. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuvian Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Do people honestly think if Russ was fired, the Bills would stop selling tickets and their revenue would go down? Lol. Â Yes his charisma is the only reason I follow the team Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 (edited) Its relevant because now he is the man who brings all to Buffalo- im enlightened now. Honestly tho, I dont think we really know if he is good or not- none of us know his performance measures etc. one thing many on here do look at is trends- and the Bills/Sabres have a trend of losing and Russ is a constant in said organizationsHis accolades that aren't related to the sabres/bills have already been noted in this thread. If you honestly think he is the problem with both teams in regard to all the issues that they have had then I think you think he has as much power as the pegulas. I don't know that he doesn't but don't think he's anywhere near involved as he was 4-5 years ago. I do believe he was involved in the rex hire because that would sell tickets for sure but think that was his last big influence on the bills.  I can't even think of what he has done to the sabres since they were in tank mode after he was promoted to President. Edited April 30, 2017 by The Wiz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Russ Brandon has worked in NFL circles for twenty years or so. He knows people across the league. If the Pegula's did not ask him for input they would be ignorant. Being asked for insight, and providing an opinion is not the same as making the decision on who is hired. Â Rex Ryan and Rob Ryan also worked in NFL circles for 20 years!!! You cannot seriously tell me that EXPERIENCE alone is the end all be all. It is RESULTS that matter, and Russ Brandon has FAILED MISERABLY as this post trying to defend Brandon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Â Rex Ryan and Rob Ryan also worked in NFL circles for 20 years!!! You cannot seriously tell me that EXPERIENCE alone is the end all be all. It is RESULTS that matter, and Russ Brandon has FAILED MISERABLY as this post trying to defend Brandon. they failed at coaching. Â How did Russ fail at marketing the team/buffalo area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Â Yes his charisma is the only reason I follow the team No one turns on the charm like Russ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 He is involved. Believe me! Russ's job is Marketing and PR....Why would he be involved in drafting players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Russ's job is Marketing and PR....Why would he be involved in drafting players.probably sits right down with ownership and is in their ears constantly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Russ's job is Marketing and PR....Why would he be involved in drafting players. Not quite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Troll. Â good call Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM2009 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Fire him for what, stupidity that happened a decade ago, or the the conspiracies that you whiners have invented since he moved on from being an unwilling GM? Â The dude makes money for Mr. Pegula. That's what his job is. That's a job he is very good at. The fact that you're butthurt, and refuse to listen to anything other than idiotic conspiracies does not make him bad at his job. You called people whiners for wanting Whaley gone. You look foolish today for that. You never learn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Not quite. How so? His official title is Managing Partner and President. Sean or Whaley do NOT report to Russ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBud420 Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Russ Brandon will be involved in GM search...checkmate. Russ's job is Marketing and PR....Why would he be involved in drafting players. Yet he will be part of hiring new GM...per Terry Pegula Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Russ Brandon will be involved in GM search...checkmate. Â Yet he will be part of hiring new GM...per Terry Pegula Not for certain but keep trolling away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haslett_Stomp Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 I'd say it was about the time a certain other Bills board shut down. Â ^ this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Hix Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Troll. What part of my post was trolling? Do you know what trolling is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koko78 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 You called people whiners for wanting Whaley gone. You look foolish today for that. You never learn. Â Yeah, you go with that spanky. I mean, it only took about 3 years after I called you crybabies out for not having anything resembling a coherent reason for wanting him gone before he was gone... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Â Rex Ryan and Rob Ryan also worked in NFL circles for 20 years!!! You cannot seriously tell me that EXPERIENCE alone is the end all be all. It is RESULTS that matter, and Russ Brandon has FAILED MISERABLY as this post trying to defend Brandon. ^This^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmanfan Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 When you attend the Frozen Four or the first round March Madness games or any of that stuff, you have Russ to thank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordio Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Fire him for what, stupidity that happened a decade ago, or the the conspiracies that you whiners have invented since he moved on from being an unwilling GM? Â The dude makes money for Mr. Pegula. That's what his job is. That's a job he is very good at. The fact that you're butthurt, and refuse to listen to anything other than idiotic conspiracies does not make him bad at his job. Â Â Some of us have had pretty good sources that have told us that RB has had his hand in this debacle for the past 15 years. Now you don't have to believe it, but you don't have to insult us either. I am pretty confident that my source is right & your the one that is in denial & is wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 When you attend the Frozen Four or the first round March Madness games or any of that stuff, you have Russ to thank. Who cares? I want a super bowl and a cup! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmanfan Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Who cares? I want a super bowl and a cup! Saying this just shows you don't know what Russ Brandon does. I care, because it brings a lot of recognition and revenue to the city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billzgobowlin Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Russ Brandon will be involved in GM search...checkmate. Â Yet he will be part of hiring new GM...per Terry Pegula Not part of hiring but be there to answer questions. Pegula hasn't been in the hiring phase of a GM, Brandon has. Pegula is making this decision because he doesn't want to spend tons of money again by having to fire someone early. Brandon has no final say like people keep thinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Saying this just shows you don't know what Russ Brandon does. I care, because it brings a lot of recognition and revenue to the city. Your funny- how does me not caring equate to not knowing what RB does- C'mon- ive owned seasons forever and sorry, but I want a championship not the bottom feed first round of college hoops or the frozen four. Im glad it helps our revenue but to many of us we want winning teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Player Available Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 Russ's job is Marketing and PR....Why would he be involved in drafting players. Wasn't Brandon the guy who after last seasons draft. Immediately worked on signing UDFA's with baby Gronk being the first target and signing. Was he helping Whaley? who knows but he was involved. No Link it was discussed in this forum if I remember correctly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted May 1, 2017 Share Posted May 1, 2017 The ones that win. Id rather they move then go another 17 years as the joke of the NFL you are just the worst kind of awful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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