Augie Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Oddly enough, he's the reason I became a Bills fan. I watched NFL as a kid because my father would bet the games, and it was the only time we could have the TV on during the day. One day he had the Bills minus some points. The Bills were covering, but Ferguson got hurt and Marangi came off the bench. In what seemed like a matter of moments, he threw something like five passes, of which four were intercepted, of which two were returned for TDs and my father lost the bet, not something he took lightly at all. My father said "The only good thing about that sonofabitcch is he's Italian. You watch...he'll be out of the league before you know it." So I watched. And when they weren't on TV, I'd check stats, and before I knew it, he was gone but I kept following the Bills. Curse you, Marangi. Ha! I wonder if this is where John Grisham got the idea for Playing For Pizza? The Browns missed the Super Bowl due to just such a performance and a QB is banished to semi-pro ball in Italy. Funny book... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Nice troll thread, However I doubt that I'm the only one laughing at you. ....you were always a Billy Joe Hobert guy anyway.............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 ....you were always a Billy Joe Hobert guy anyway.............. Mr Hobert was the victim of fake news., he was just caught on a bad day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Mr Hobert was the victim of fake news., he was just caught on a bad day ...I don't think he read the memo......see a pattern here??............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 ...I don't think he read the memo......see a pattern here??............. He was too busy reading the play book to bother reading some memo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HumbleAndHungry Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Absolutely not Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Lightning Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 This has got to be the lamest ass thread that I've seen on this board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 (edited) Maybe take Bob Kalsu off the wall so as not to offend the anthem-kneelers. Edited September 27, 2017 by Rico Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 He was too busy reading the play book to bother reading some memo ....dammit, I should have known...a studyholic.............memos were secondary.............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTbills Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 oh good god. The guy played exactly 3/4 of ONE season for us. Not exactly "wall of fame" material there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDogg20 Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Boy Fergy you really kicked the bees nest here haha Even though what he did in his one season was good, I dont believe he deserves to be on the wall. If he goes up, then Stevie J should go up for being the only Bills reciever with 3 consecutive 1,000 yard seasons and I dont think Stevie J should go up either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonbus23 Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Yes. Put 'um up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 ....dammit, I should have known...a studyholic.............memos were secondary.............. I think he wrote a memo about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweats Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 I'd vote to put Orton on the Wall of Shame Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Holmes Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Obviously... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best Player Available Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Orton on the wall. LOL He for me did have a great drive/win. Against the Vikes at home And with time running out he threw a jump TD to that receiver now on the Lambs. We were behind the entire game I think. Great throw great catch by that guy who is always hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 (edited) Edited September 27, 2017 by DaBillsFanSince1973 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Biggest coward in team history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 Thank you for posting this. As others seem to think Orton was a "one hit wonder", this minda shows the passion he had for the game. I'm not saying he was NFL Hall of Fame worthy...but seriously...a guy that gave us a winning record during a tumultuous time in our history, a guy who gave up his physical well being while guys like Stephanie Gilmore were bull fighting WR's and RB's ("Olay!!"), a man who gave it one last go much like Jim Jeffcoat, Haslett and Phil Villapiano. These are the men who should be honored. I know Jack Kemp earned an AFL championship...but that was then and this is a much more complex league. Just look at the numbers. I may be a lone voice in the wilderness here...but it's a voice you all need to hear. If Orton played a full 16 games that season he would still be on our team and we'd have a few rings by now (and Sammy too). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billzfan Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 BringBackFergy.... you're an idiot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 BringBackFergy.... you're an idiotShow me another Bills QB who brought us closer to the playoffs in the last 15 years. I'll wait for your proof.... or your apology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan_34 Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 The wall is meant for team legends. This guy is no legend. I can't believe anyone would disagree with me on that either. Ding ding ding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuSeYiN_NYC Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Hello! We are discussing the 12-game HoF-worthy career of Kyle Orton, and why, for some incomprehensible reason, ignorant people do not want him on the Bills Wall of Fame. I never pay any mind to people who have no football IQ. That's why I come to TBD... Smartest fans in the world. Although i didn't feel there was a need to even make this thread. Anybody with a pair of eyes or access to a radio (if they're visually impaired) during Orton's tenure here will know that him being on the WOF or not is not even a question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Beard Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 I can't wait to see Kyle lead the charge on the day when his place on the wall is unveiled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Over butch Byrd please!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo Barbarian Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Seriously?! Lol , no What no poll? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 If Kyle Williams middle name is Orton, then that's different. Love me some KW. KO? Not the same.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan1960 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 This has to be a joke, no way Jose. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 This has to be a joke, no way Jose. LOLSo you're telling me that KO didn't give you the brightest glimmer of hope in the last 15 or 16 years? 9-7 didn't make you think "maybe...just maybe we have something here"?? There is not one other player who served success on a red, white and blue platter during that 15 year period and yet you gents laugh at him? No wonder he retired. I wouldn't sacrifice my back, body and mental fortitude for a bunch of MMQ's like you fellas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enemarty Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 Great post, BBF. Made my afternoon. I've enjoyed watching you shoot the fish in the barrel and will no doubt continue to enjoy it as more swim by (though I'm a little terrified of what appears to be the average intelligence of posters - good God!). I mean seriously. There was only ever one response to the post and 26CornerBlitz nailed it immediately. People need to chill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4_kidd_4 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 I was inspired to shave the beard down to a mustache and smoked a couple cigars at the tailgate during Ortons brief reign here. Hes got my vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob's House Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 I think you have to put him up there. After what he did for the organization, and his commitment to excellence both on and off the field, it's really a no-brainer. He saved us from 12 games of EJ Manuel under center. Give the man his due. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Linen Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 The wall is meant for team legends. This guy is no legend. I can't believe anyone would disagree with me on that either. I think the hall is meant for legends. The wall is if he's one of the great Bills and there's an argument that Orton is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 (edited) I see some TBD members have come around. Thanks Kidd and Rob....and Linen. Edited September 28, 2017 by BringBackFergy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 that's a clown question, bro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfan714 Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 How high are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
without a drought Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 How is this not a poll? How high are you? This one too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mykidsdad Posted September 28, 2017 Share Posted September 28, 2017 This thread about Orton made me laugh out loud. Sadly, it illustrates how terrible the teams have been for way too long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 How is this not a poll? . A poll is similar to watching a Progressive Insurance commercial. You say "I hate this commercial" and switch channels. By asking you to analyze the stats, you can't logically disagree with my argument unless you don't like ONE winning season in the midst of a sandstorm of mediocrity and failure. So there's the point: either say Yes or No based on our success for that season in 2014 (and keep in mind what we could have had if Orton started week one instead of EJ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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