Hapless Bills Fan Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 https://theramswire.usatoday.com/2019/11/20/la-rams-robert-woods-update-news-week-12/ https://theramswire.usatoday.com/2019/11/19/la-rams-robert-woods-update-personal-return/ " On Wednesday, McVay did open his press conference with an update on Woods. He remains away from the team and it’s unclear when he could return. “Robert Woods is still handling his family matter. He will not be here today,” McVay said. As for whether Woods will play on Monday night against the Ravens, that’s to be determined. McVay was asked when Woods would need to return to the team by in order to play this week, but the coach wouldn’t give a firm answer. He did acknowledge that Woods’ experience helps, and that he’d likely be able to play on a short week of practice. After the game, McVay didn’t have much of an update on Woods, saying he had to talk to the wide receiver before commenting on when he might be back with the team. On Monday, it was much of the same from McVay in terms of Woods’ status, but he did say there’s no concern about Woods’ wellbeing. “No, we feel good. He’s in a good place,” McVay said. “We feel good about where the situation is at and his wellbeing, and that’s very, very important to us.” McVay added that Woods is obviously still handling the personal matter and that the team will have “a little bit more of an update on that later on in the week.” Right now, they’re remaining quiet on the situation out of respect for Woods and his family. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffaloboyinATL Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Interesting. This is the first I have heard of his absence. Some guys fly private jets home to have babies get back in time for the game, and some take more time. I would normally guess that this has something to do with dissatisfaction of how he is being used, but I guess I will give him the benefit of a doubt. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeF Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 One of my favorite ex-Bills. Always giving max effort with lots of passion. Sounds like health of an immediate family member but I hope it’s something that can heal and improve 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsVet Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Speaking as former military, it's AWOL. Maybe Bob is tired of Goff not being able to read a defense. He's had 5 games with less than 50 yards receiving this year compared to only 2 stat lines last year. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 He might still be at the afterparty for the tv show The Rookie, starring Nathan Fillion. Bob was a guest star. I think he's got an agent looking at good roles for him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 (edited) Of all the ones that got away, he’s the one I most wish was still in Buffalo, and I belive would’ve fit the process. Edited November 21, 2019 by Over 29 years of fanhood 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 I saw this before their game last week. I hope everything is alright. It seems strange that there is very little info dealing with this, but I wish him the best. He was a good guy that wanted to be back home for family and this seems family related- so give him strength. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhoTom Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 (edited) 9 minutes ago, BillsVet said: Speaking as former military, it's AWOL. Since the team is okay with it, he's not away without leave. Edited November 21, 2019 by WhoTom 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 3 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said: Of all the ones that got away, he’s the one I most wish was still in Buffalo, and I belive would’ve fit the process. I feel the same way. He was one of the receivers I wanted from that draft class. I get the feeling that he did not want to be here when his contract was up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 2 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said: Of all the ones that got away, he’s the one I most wish was still in Buffalo, and I belive would’ve fit the process. I think McDermott felt the same way. It sounded like Woods really wanted to be back on the West Coast and McDermott respected that. He wanted to build a team of people that want to be here and I think he knew that Robert Woods had other places on his mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted November 21, 2019 Author Share Posted November 21, 2019 10 minutes ago, BillsVet said: Speaking as former military, it's AWOL. I don't think so? AWOL is absent with out leave. From the way McVay is talking, Woods is AWL - absent, with leave. 14 minutes ago, JoeF said: One of my favorite ex-Bills. Always giving max effort with lots of passion. Sounds like health of an immediate family member but I hope it’s something that can heal and improve Mine too. McVay's comments manage to be completely ambiguous on this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Hope all is well for Bob and his family. Typically when something stays quiet and drags out like this, it's not a good thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 (edited) 18 minutes ago, BillsVet said: Speaking as former military, it's AWOL. Maybe Bob is tired of Goff not being able to read a defense. He's had 5 games with less than 50 yards receiving this year compared to only 2 stat lines last year. Not if he has permission .... Edited November 21, 2019 by SlimShady'sGhost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putin Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 I don’t give ? ars about the Rams but I hope # 99 will F @&$ break Lamar in half Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Hope everything is ok with Woods 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 24 minutes ago, Over 29 years of fanhood said: Of all the ones that got away, he’s the one I most wish was still in Buffalo, and I belive would’ve fit the process. Yep, it's too bad the Bills had a s-h-i-t-s-h-o-w at QB and another change at HC the year he became a FA. He would've been a great "process" guy. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DallasBillsFan1 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 15 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I don't think so? AWOL is absent with out leave. From the way McVay is talking, Woods is AWL - absent, with leave. You may be technically correct, but I always thought and recognized AWOL as the proper term ... that is, if you want the reader to understand the gist of the post. Therefore, AWOL would be a better choice. Furthermore, the Sci-fi series that started in the late 60's is called Star Track ... not Star Trek. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just in Atlanta Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 41 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I don't think so? AWOL is absent with out leave. From the way McVay is talking, Woods is AWL - absent, with leave. Mine too. McVay's comments manage to be completely ambiguous on this point. Former military here too. It's AWOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve O Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Pretty obvious he's taking a page out of AB's book - Looking for the Rams to cut him so he can sign as a FA with the receiver starved Patriots. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 3 hours ago, BillsVet said: Speaking as former military, it's AWOL. Maybe Bob is tired of Goff not being able to read a defense. He's had 5 games with less than 50 yards receiving this year compared to only 2 stat lines last year. "AWL" wouldn't be nearly as serious, would it? 3 hours ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: I don't think so? AWOL is absent with out leave. From the way McVay is talking, Woods is AWL - absent, with leave. Also known as "on leave." 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.Biscuit97 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Hope everything is ok. Doesn’t seem like the type of guy who would ever miss a game if he could help it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 We just don’t know. It could be something legitimate with his family. He’s not AB. I’m not going to play the what if games as it could be anything. If it is BS, then it will come out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramza86 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 He reported back and will practice today. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted November 21, 2019 Author Share Posted November 21, 2019 4 minutes ago, Ramza86 said: He reported back and will practice today. https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2019/11/21/robert-woods-back-with-rams-practicing-thursday/ I imagine it will come out what the problem was when he's ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mango Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 A few weeks ago his wife posted on social media about a stalker. I’m hoping they aren’t related. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 9 minutes ago, Mango said: A few weeks ago his wife posted on social media about a stalker. I’m hoping they aren’t related. How do you even know that? Did they serve you a restraining order? ? I hope it has nothing to do with anything like that. There be lots of crazy out there! 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Horseheads Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 He was dumped in my FFL and I picked him to stash on the bench. Get back soon Bob! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Hoping for the best here, you just never know now days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 4 hours ago, WhoTom said: Since the team is okay with it, he's not away without leave. Excuse him, many vets have CTE and other trauma injuries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Do The Reich Thing Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Robert Woods is f$&!ing crazy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klos63 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 4 hours ago, Just in Atlanta said: Former military here too. It's AWOL. Even if he has permission to be absent? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyC81 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 18 hours ago, PromoTheRobot said: He might still be at the afterparty for the tv show The Rookie, starring Nathan Fillion. Bob was a guest star. I think he's got an agent looking at good roles for him. Thanks for the reminder on The Rookie. I got a new DVR in August and forgot about it and didn’t set it up to record. Glad we have On Demand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSBill Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 We too often forget these players are real human beings that face the same life issues we all do. I hope he and his family is safe, physically and emotionally. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbillsfan1975 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 Hope everything is ok with him and his family. never enjoyed watching him show up his QB when he was with the Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 18 hours ago, DallasBillsFan1 said: You may be technically correct, but I always thought and recognized AWOL as the proper term ... that is, if you want the reader to understand the gist of the post. Therefore, AWOL would be a better choice. Furthermore, the Sci-fi series that started in the late 60's is called Star Track ... not Star Trek. Wow. Yet more proof that people (not yourself specifically, just the one who made me hit reply) will argue about anything. I see AWL and I know exactly what is meant. I see AWOL and I'm thinking "that doesn't sound like the Bob Woods I know." T'was the proper usage. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skibum Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 (edited) It's a family matter, and it's none of our business. I would suggest to the Mods that we show some respect for peoples' privacy and toss out threads like this on principle. Edited November 22, 2019 by skibum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timekills17 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 (edited) 14 hours ago, klos63 said: Even if he has permission to be absent? There is no "permission to be absent", per se. Certainly if you have a formation/meeting/etc. your supervisor can approve your not being there - but that's for a part of the day. If it is a whole day or more, you'd need a pass or leave form. Even if retroactively. ---Note this is based on Army regulations, specifically AR 630-10. The Manual for Courts Martial (MCM) and other components may differ slightly, but not significantly. Even when traveling between job locations (Permanent Change of Station) you are on a leave status signed by your commander. It sounds rough, but it actually protects the military member in case of an incident. They're covered under military medical and/or insurance because they're on authorized duty - even while on leave or on a pass. Anything other than a short term (i.e. few hours vocal) or officially on leave or pass signed by their commander, and they are AWOL. AWOL greater than 30 days can be classified as desertion, and have significantly different consequences if during peace vs. war. Not to argue semantics, but as stated earlier there is no "AWL" (Absent With Leave) in the military. Also as stated - that's leave. Your duty status is "Leave" of some sort. Edited November 22, 2019 by timekills17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Holmes Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 19 hours ago, Putin said: I don’t give ? ars about the Rams but I hope # 99 will F @&$ break Lamar in half Clay Matthews might Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted November 22, 2019 Author Share Posted November 22, 2019 38 minutes ago, skibum said: It's a family matter, and it's none of our business. I would suggest to the Mods that we show some respect for peoples' privacy and toss out threads like this on principle. I see 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Holmes Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 15 hours ago, Mike in Horseheads said: He was dumped in my FFL and I picked him to stash on the bench. Get back soon Bob! nice pickup, thankfully I have Kupp and somebody traded me McCaffrey in a blockbuster trade at the deadline Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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