Bubba Gump Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 (edited) McBeane brought him in to talk to the players and give any advice he wanted to share with the team. He seems much more down to Earth on this show than he does on his national show. Talking about the depression he went through as a player. He won't be leaving Buffalo empty handed at least. He is sporting a nice Bills hoodie. Edited June 3, 2019 by Bubba Gump 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'm Spartacus Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 I can respect his longevity in the league, and his accomplishments - but I always thought he was a hot-head and a little bit of a dirty player. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddyjj Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 1 hour ago, I'm Spartacus said: I can respect his longevity in the league, and his accomplishments - but I always thought he was a hot-head and a little bit of a dirty player. Funny that's why I liked him! Never hurts to get in the other guy's kitchen. He was a tough little SOB 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 (edited) Guy was tough as nails and always showed up. Dominated at times. I hope the bills WRs were taking notes Edited June 3, 2019 by Over 29 years of fanhood 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 I'm really tired of everything the Bills do being connected to Carolina. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 5 minutes ago, eball said: I'm really tired of everything the Bills do being connected to Carolina. But in reality Charlotte is not too far off of being “Buffalo South.” Not unlike the fact that people from WNY for years seemed to end up in Florida. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddyjj Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 21 minutes ago, BuffaloBill said: But in reality Charlotte is not too far off of being “Buffalo South.” Not unlike the fact that people from WNY for years seemed to end up in Florida. WNYers in NC via FLA are halfbacks. Moved to the Sunshine State then moved halfway back home. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mykidsdad Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 From looking at him you would never think Elite Wr, but he was. I wouldn't want to make Mr. Smith mad, not ever, so if he's reading this right now. You're the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Did he tell Tyree Jackson to stop throwing the ball so hard, again? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wppete Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Not a fan Of Steve Smith. A massive sh#t talker still after his playing days. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDogg20 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Steve Smith is hands down the coolest player i’ve ever met. Off the field he’s nothing like he is on the field. Really down to earth and very very funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magox Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 He was never a diva or me first or malcontent for that matter. He was just an ultra passionate, super competitive and wore his emotions on his sleeve. I think people would see his scowls or trash talking and automatically lumped him in with other players but he was never one of those kinda guys. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsPride12 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 It's just cool to see so many of these high caliber players that have a lot of respect for Coach McDermott. Can't wait to see the relationships grow between him and our young players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida Bills Fanatic Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 4 hours ago, I'm Spartacus said: I can respect his longevity in the league, and his accomplishments - but I always thought he was a hot-head and a little bit of a dirty player. Smith Sr. was a tough guy and he played tough. The Bills could have used a little passion from their players. I've spent too many years watching our guys taking cheap hits and getting pushed around. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Great player. Probably a good motivator for players. Terrible analyst. He's pretty much the worst. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 3 hours ago, freddyjj said: WNYers in NC via FLA are halfbacks. Moved to the Sunshine State then moved halfway back home. Not all. My brother moved to Concord, NC many years ago and my sister followed him. She moved home, got remarried and moved back to NC. Neither has lived in Cuba North. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasaluki Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 He barked alot but he had the teeth to bite even harder. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 13 minutes ago, Florida Bills Fanatic said: Smith Sr. was a tough guy and he played tough. The Bills could have used a little passion from their players. I've spent too many years watching our guys taking cheap hits and getting pushed around. Do you really think that matters? They lost games because they had no talent, had bad QB's, and bad coaches. I thing being willing to go after players after the whistle is super far down on the list of reasons the Bills haven't been good. If you have loads of talent, a good QB, and good coaches you are going to win, regardless of how you deal with cheap shots and "passionate" opponents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 i may be in the minority. But i liked his game day personna. someone that made himself into a player that needed to be reckoned with. and i respected Smith as a team player/leader 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drunken Pygmy Goat Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 1 hour ago, wppete said: Not a fan Of Steve Smith. A massive sh#t talker still after his playing days. Ice up, son 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 1 hour ago, wppete said: Not a fan Of Steve Smith. A massive sh#t talker still after his playing days. I’d take a locker room full of guys just like him. Dude is competitive as hell and wanted to win. Plus he had talent. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 (edited) 7 minutes ago, MJS said: Do you really think that matters? They lost games because they had no talent, had bad QB's, and bad coaches. I thing being willing to go after players after the whistle is super far down on the list of reasons the Bills haven't been good. If you have loads of talent, a good QB, and good coaches you are going to win, regardless of how you deal with cheap shots and "passionate" opponents. when Tre White got hit ? the whole bench should have cleared.and some one should have stuck Gronkowski's brace up his keister on national TV. Bills have played wimpy for too long. Play as a Team and defend each. all for one ! Edited June 3, 2019 by 3rdand12 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 2 minutes ago, 3rdand12 said: when Tre White got hit ? the whole bench should have cleared.and some one should have stuck Gronkowski's brace up his keister on national TV. Bills have played wimpy for too long. Play as a Team and defend each. all for one ! Fine. That's fine. Just doesn't add or subtract from the win column. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hemma Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 I listened to him for a bit on OBL and I don’t get the point of having him speak to the players. Seemed to have a marginal message. Felt like someone called in a favor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Just now, MJS said: Fine. That's fine. Just doesn't add or subtract from the win column. when you are fighting for the guy next to you and the guys next to him ? I think you have a connection that goes beyond "doing your job well " just me. I respect your point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJS Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 1 minute ago, 3rdand12 said: when you are fighting for the guy next to you and the guys next to him ? I think you have a connection that goes beyond "doing your job well " just me. I respect your point So two years ago when that Gronk slam happened to Tre White nobody went after Gronk. The team went 9-7 and broke the 17 year playoff drought. Last year, everyone went after Kiko after his cheap shot on Josh Allen, indicating their willingness to fight back after the whistle. The team went 6-10 and missed the playoffs. I think it's good when players are willing to stick up for each other, I just think it's impact to wins and losses is minimal. There are scores of more important things. In fact, you can play hard and passionate and tough between the whistles and make a bigger impact than reacting to something after the whistle when the play is dead. So the fact that we have had a wimpy team in the past is duly noted. I just don't think those teams would have won any more games had they gone after guys for cheap shots. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 4 hours ago, freddyjj said: Funny that's why I liked him! Never hurts to get in the other guy's kitchen. He was a tough little SOB And why not learn some tough? I can think of a certain division team I'd like to punch in the face. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albany,n.y. Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 5 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: And why not learn some tough? I can think of a certain division team I'd like to punch in the face. I prefer guys who don't beat up their teammates: http://www.espn.com/nfl/trainingcamp08/news/story?id=3514554 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 This guy is awesome... "Mow my grass....keep it clean" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 5 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: And why not learn some tough? I can think of a certain division team I'd like to punch in the face. kick the shins and twist the nards. etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 2 minutes ago, 3rdand12 said: kick the shins and twist the nards. etc Purple Nerple Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBillsFanSince1973 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 fierce competitor in steve smith. one of those players that was not on your team but I liked to watch in action. JA has that fierce competitor nature in him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Just now, PromoTheRobot said: Purple Nerple and that too. been awhile since i have been the game. But like your old school thinking. whats the one where you pull Brady up by his thong panties. wedgie ? Just now, DaBillsFanSince1973 said: fierce competitor in steve smith. one of those players that was not on your team but I liked to watch in action. JA has that fierce competitor nature in him. simple as that 73. fierce competitor is well said. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevewin Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 (edited) Before there was Bob Woods, Steve Smith was #$%#$@ crazy Edited June 3, 2019 by stevewin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Not as entertaining as Stephen A. Smith. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 56 minutes ago, MJS said: So two years ago when that Gronk slam happened to Tre White nobody went after Gronk. The team went 9-7 and broke the 17 year playoff drought. Last year, everyone went after Kiko after his cheap shot on Josh Allen, indicating their willingness to fight back after the whistle. The team went 6-10 and missed the playoffs. I think it's good when players are willing to stick up for each other, I just think it's impact to wins and losses is minimal. There are scores of more important things. In fact, you can play hard and passionate and tough between the whistles and make a bigger impact than reacting to something after the whistle when the play is dead. So the fact that we have had a wimpy team in the past is duly noted. I just don't think those teams would have won any more games had they gone after guys for cheap shots. Yeah, teams playing like teams don't generally translate to wins, you should talk to the Lakers about that one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoBills808 Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 Love Steve Smith, they don’t make em like him anymore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndirish1978 Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 I don't get any of the negative posts in this thread. HOF worthy career guy brought in to talk to the team and I see a bunch of "I don't like him for whatever dumb reason" posts in this thread and have yet to hear a single post about what he said on OBL. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida Bills Fanatic Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 1 hour ago, MJS said: Do you really think that matters? They lost games because they had no talent, had bad QB's, and bad coaches. I thing being willing to go after players after the whistle is super far down on the list of reasons the Bills haven't been good. If you have loads of talent, a good QB, and good coaches you are going to win, regardless of how you deal with cheap shots and "passionate" opponents. Getting pushed around during plays and after plays is part of the whole physical aspect of the game. Intimidation is a real factor. Players know that and you could see the Bills getting pushed all over the field on many occasions. They have given up multiple games over the years where the opponent rushed for over 200 yards. That happens because the players up front are getting their a__es kicked. Yes, they have had bad rosters but they have been a very soft team. Do you think that Gronk would have hit Tre White on the ground if he thought someone on the Bills would nail him on the next play? Whether you believe that or not, that is a real factor in the league. My point about Smith Sr. was that he played tough and wasn't intimidated by anyone. He didn't let intimidation change the way he played in a game. The Bills could used that kind of tough attitude in more of their players. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsSbSoon Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 1 hour ago, MJS said: So two years ago when that Gronk slam happened to Tre White nobody went after Gronk. The team went 9-7 and broke the 17 year playoff drought. Last year, everyone went after Kiko after his cheap shot on Josh Allen, indicating their willingness to fight back after the whistle. The team went 6-10 and missed the playoffs. I think it's good when players are willing to stick up for each other, I just think it's impact to wins and losses is minimal. There are scores of more important things. In fact, you can play hard and passionate and tough between the whistles and make a bigger impact than reacting to something after the whistle when the play is dead. So the fact that we have had a wimpy team in the past is duly noted. I just don't think those teams would have won any more games had they gone after guys for cheap shots. Us going 6-10 had more to do with having a rookie qb than if the team was tough or not. I want to see fight from my team and i do think it matters 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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