YoloinOhio Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 (edited) The whole week leading up that playoff game, I didn’t even know if I was going to be able to play. My ankle was in rough shape. But man … the first playoff game in 17 years? They would have had to cut my damn foot off to keep me from playing. I had to take some medication just to be able to play in that game. By halftime, the meds were wearing off. But I fought through it. And even though I wasn’t myself, I’m happy I did. I’m glad I left it all on the field. I just wish I could have done more. Edited February 2, 2018 by YoloinOhio 4 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyVanMiller Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Nice to hear players singing Buffalo's praises for a change. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Firebaugh Kid Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Just posted this on Mafia facebook page. Thanks for sharing! Great read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JÂy RÛßeÒ Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 (edited) From every Bills fan: "Hold our beer..." Edited February 2, 2018 by JÂy RÛßeÒ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Day 10 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Its touching that a player of that stature and 'celebrity' gets it. He has really impressed me overall off the field. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackOrton Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Never really liked McCoy the guy, but I like him a great deal more after that article. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaw66 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 I don't know if we want the Bills to be known for beer and jumping on tables, but I love being known for the passion. Shady didn't have to write this piece. In his own way, I think he's a thoughtful guy and I think this whole experience has moved him. Remember when he first was traded, how he reacted to having to leave Philly. I was disappointed, but I felt for him, too. It was hard. For his first two years with the Bills, you could see his attitude changing. He was feeling it. But as he says, what it really took was the culture change in the locker room. We've thought what happened inside those doors had changed, but this is one of the first times we're hearing a player really talk about it. He's REALLY feeling it now. Bodes well for a lot of things. Free agents are hearing and seeing this. If the Bills are talking to a guy, especially a younger guy, and Shady McCoy calls him with this talk, that means something. It also means that when team activities begin in a couple of months, there's going to be a whole new attitude, from day 1. Everyone returning already gets it. When rookies come in, they're going to see, from day 1, what it takes to be part of this team. Hasn't felt this good to be a Bills fan in a long time. T 5 minutes ago, jmc12290 said: Never really liked McCoy the guy, but I like him a great deal more after that article. You know, I didn't, either. But after watching him and listening to him, I've come to conclude several things about him: 1. Simply physically, he's a great running back. One of the best ever. 2. He has the heart of a great running back. He avoids tackles and goes down easily, but if you need three yards he gets you four, not two. 3. He shoots his mouth off a bit too much and says some things he shouldn't, but he isn't a jerk. Several times now, it's become clear that he understands what he said wrong and regrets it. This whole article has a little of the sound of an apology for not reacting more positively when he was traded. All you need to know about Shady is the image of him lying on the field, pounding the ground with his fist when he hurt his ankle in the Miami game. All you need to know about Shady is what he did to get himself back on the field the following week. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave mcbride Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Great piece! I love Shady. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HT02 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Very nice of McCoy to recognize the Bills fans like that and so heartfelt. It also is a good reminder of how important (fairly or unfairly) a sports franchise is to a city. A winning team that is supported by a loyal fan base can change the public persona of a city so quickly just as a chronically bad team can make a city seem more "depressed" than it really is (Cleveland). This one season has really changed the reputation of Buffalo, you no longer hear it being mentioned as a place you don't want to play. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiltonWaddams Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 It's funny how a good number of people want Shady cut or traded. That is about as dumb as it gets. He's the best player on the team, 30 or not. He gives it all on the field and has a solid rep as a teammate. His cap hit is hardly impactful. Add to that the sentiment expressed in this article and how could you want a guy like that gone? 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 55 minutes ago, ChevyVanMiller said: Nice to hear players singing Buffalo's praises for a change. It makes a big difference when a potential HOF'er and high-profile guy like Shady does it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Jackson Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 14 minutes ago, dave mcbride said: Great piece! I love Shady. This The guy just gets it. He’s a warrior and has the type of attitude needed to succeed. He believes that they will succeed. That’s such a different mentality than hoping that you succeed. McDermott deserves a good bit of credit for that as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Great article. Thank you Shady! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 I love me some Shady. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted February 2, 2018 Author Share Posted February 2, 2018 Someone posted that video of him throwing his helmet against the locker room wall after walking off the field in Jax. I thought of that when I read this piece. He thought they could and would win and was pissed. Rightfully so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodneykm Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 You dont cut him. You stop even considering it. Some things are bigger than salary cap numbers. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamSandwhich Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Man, these articles, AW and now Shady, are making me feel things. I don't like it, very unmanly, but gosh darn it, I love this stuff! Great article by a great player! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WMDman Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Lots of love for 25 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyVanMiller Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 43 minutes ago, Doc said: It makes a big difference when a potential HOF'er and high-profile guy like Shady does it. Agreed, but I think McDermott deserves the lion's share of the credit. He installed a philosophy and made commitment to the process his manta and his team bought in and overproduced. I can't wait to see what he accomplishes once he gets more chess pieces on the board. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Shady is a hall of famer. Shady is a god damn warrior. Shady is one of my top three favorite Bills of all time. Right there with Jim and Bruce. F'ing Legend who GETS BUFFALO!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCBongo Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 26 minutes ago, rodneykm said: You dont cut him. You stop even considering it. Some things are bigger than salary cap numbers. He still has gas in the tank and now with the loss of Eric Wood, having a vet like Shady is vital to the team. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 1 hour ago, jmc12290 said: Never really liked McCoy the guy, but I like him a great deal more after that article. Out of curiosity why didnt you ever like McCoy the guy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoTom Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 This is why it mattered to make the playoffs, even if it was one-and-done. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 1 hour ago, Shaw66 said: I don't know if we want the Bills to be known for beer and jumping on tables, but I love being known for the passion. Shady didn't have to write this piece. In his own way, I think he's a thoughtful guy and I think this whole experience has moved him. Remember when he first was traded, how he reacted to having to leave Philly. I was disappointed, but I felt for him, too. It was hard. For his first two years with the Bills, you could see his attitude changing. He was feeling it. But as he says, what it really took was the culture change in the locker room. We've thought what happened inside those doors had changed, but this is one of the first times we're hearing a player really talk about it. He's REALLY feeling it now. Bodes well for a lot of things. Free agents are hearing and seeing this. If the Bills are talking to a guy, especially a younger guy, and Shady McCoy calls him with this talk, that means something. It also means that when team activities begin in a couple of months, there's going to be a whole new attitude, from day 1. Everyone returning already gets it. When rookies come in, they're going to see, from day 1, what it takes to be part of this team. Hasn't felt this good to be a Bills fan in a long time. T You know, I didn't, either. But after watching him and listening to him, I've come to conclude several things about him: 1. Simply physically, he's a great running back. One of the best ever. 2. He has the heart of a great running back. He avoids tackles and goes down easily, but if you need three yards he gets you four, not two. 3. He shoots his mouth off a bit too much and says some things he shouldn't, but he isn't a jerk. Several times now, it's become clear that he understands what he said wrong and regrets it. This whole article has a little of the sound of an apology for not reacting more positively when he was traded. All you need to know about Shady is the image of him lying on the field, pounding the ground with his fist when he hurt his ankle in the Miami game. All you need to know about Shady is what he did to get himself back on the field the following week. What does/has Shady shot his mouth off a bit too much about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nucci Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 5 minutes ago, PaattMaann said: Out of curiosity why didnt you ever like McCoy the guy? I don't get this either...I live near Philly....everyone loved him here..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aceman_16 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Thanks Shady for leaving it out there. Buffalo celebrates hard work and grit and appreciates talent.... you have both and we will be forever thankful you have embrassed the fan base! Go Bills! PS I will also remember you trying to recuit players here as well... thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 I love you LeSean!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 1 hour ago, MiltonWaddams said: It's funny how a good number of people want Shady cut or traded. That is about as dumb as it gets. He's the best player on the team, 30 or not. He gives it all on the field and has a solid rep as a teammate. His cap hit is hardly impactful. Add to that the sentiment expressed in this article and how could you want a guy like that gone? that's a pathetic wannabee straw man to suggest people wanted him cut or traded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaw66 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 25 minutes ago, PaattMaann said: What does/has Shady shot his mouth off a bit too much about? He says things before he thinks about them. Spouted off a lot about getting traded. Said too much right after that night club incident. The result is that you hear him apologizing a day or two later. He's learning. He was really unhappy after the playoff game, because they didn't run the ball on first and one. He went right up to the edge of saying something stupid, then stopped and said it's not his decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 1 hour ago, YoloinOhio said: Someone posted that video of him throwing his helmet against the locker room wall after walking off the field in Jax. I thought of that when I read this piece. He thought they could and would win and was pissed. Rightfully so. That was me! Thank you for forgetting about my hard work YOLO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wagon127 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 I think we were right to question his loyalty his first year here. I haven't questioned it at all since then. He's a phenomenal player, and wants to win so badly for us. He will always be an Eagles fan, and that's ok. He works his heart out for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Shaw66 said: He says things before he thinks about them. Spouted off a lot about getting traded. Said too much right after that night club incident. The result is that you hear him apologizing a day or two later. He's learning. He was really unhappy after the playoff game, because they didn't run the ball on first and one. He went right up to the edge of saying something stupid, then stopped and said it's not his decision. I think it would be natural for anyone to be upset about being traded. Especially if you have spent your entire life in the state of Pennsylvania. You would feel unwanted because you are literally that, unwanted. If he got traded from Buffalo today tomorrow I would fully expect him to be pissed about that too. You have a great memory if you remember him saying anything after the night club incident, my memory was he said nothing. I need some memory medicine. What I see about Shady is people always wanting to paint him in a negative light for one reason or another. Its a shame too because he is a role model, and has been for years. More NFL players could learn from him. (Not necessarily pointing fingers at you Shaw, just in general...people always trying to jump on him for little things) Edited February 2, 2018 by PaattMaann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 thanks for all the love fellas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stony Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 He's a stud. Imagine if teams didn't stack the box on him 24/7?? 7 minutes ago, Shaw66 said: He says things before he thinks about them. Spouted off a lot about getting traded. Said too much right after that night club incident. The result is that you hear him apologizing a day or two later. He's learning. He was really unhappy after the playoff game, because they didn't run the ball on first and one. He went right up to the edge of saying something stupid, then stopped and said it's not his decision. He'd basically have said what we were all thinking. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 Bills fans ruling rhe media the last 2 months! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaw66 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 4 minutes ago, stony said: He's a stud. Imagine if teams didn't stack the box on him 24/7?? He'd basically have said what we were all thinking. Right. And his coach wouldn't have liked it. Or his quarterback. And to PaattMaann - just because he was upset about being traded doesn't mean he should be saying what he thinks. That's the whole point. If you're a public figure, what you say gets magnified and scrutinized. If you're smart, you keep your mouth shut. Shady hasn't always been smart. He's maturing and getting better at it. That's why I pointed out his comments after the Jacksonville game. He was letting his brain control his mouth, which he hasn't always done in the past. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 What a fun read that was. Thank you, Shady! LeSean McCoy has become one of my favorite Bills players, and I hope he is with us until he retires. He said awhile back that he thinks he can play until he's 33, and I say let him. He's a one-of-a-kind player, and we should enjoy him being here for as much as we can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloHokie13 Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 1 hour ago, YoloinOhio said: Someone posted that video of him throwing his helmet against the locker room wall after walking off the field in Jax. I thought of that when I read this piece. He thought they could and would win and was pissed. Rightfully so. I thought it was determined that the video was after the Philly game, not the playoff game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted February 2, 2018 Author Share Posted February 2, 2018 Just now, BuffaloHokie13 said: I thought it was determined that the video was after the Philly game, not the playoff game? If so, I missed that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted February 2, 2018 Share Posted February 2, 2018 (edited) 8 minutes ago, BuffaloHokie13 said: I thought it was determined that the video was after the Philly game, not the playoff game? This was the headline of the tweet that was sent out on January 7th, 2018 If it was from the Philly game, this site used the wrong video I'm guessing. Edited February 2, 2018 by Royale with Cheese Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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