krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. 2 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WEATHER DOT COM Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Sal is great. Were you around for "The Coach?" Talk about brutal. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Greg S Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Just now, krf139 said: Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. He sounds like WNY's version of Mike Francesa. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I dont find it arrogant, I find it amusing the way he dismisses the usual bad/hot takes from grown men who are in a position in life to spend all day trying to call into a sports talk radio show. 12 2 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, krf139 said: Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. If you feel that Sal is talking down to you that's a you problem. The good news for you (bad news for me and others) is that you're hardly alone. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commish Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Sal's the best thing on WGR... 18 1 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 2 minutes ago, Greg S said: He sounds like WNY's version of Mike Francesa. True, although he has about 10% of the knowledge and isn't nearly as entertaining. 2 minutes ago, Jauronimo said: If you feel that Sal is talking down to you that's a you problem. The good news for you (bad news for me and others) is that you're hardly alone. Actually, not, it's a Sal Capaccio problem. Bills fans deserve better than a self-appointed press secretary for McBeane. He not only talks down to callers, he also talks down to Howard and Jeremy in the AM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Sal is great. I wish Sal would have gotten the nod to replace John Murphy. 14 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WEATHER DOT COM Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, krf139 said: True, although he has about 10% of the knowledge and isn't nearly as entertaining. So entertaining 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 4 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: I dont find it arrogant, I find it amusing the way he dismisses the usual bad/hot takes from grown men who are in a position in life to spend all day trying to call into a sports talk radio show. I can see Sal as the kind of guy who walks into a bar like he's hot stuff because he's a sideline reporter. That's the kind of vibe he gives off. Having lived around the U.S. and listened to countless sports talk radio and beat reporters, we can do far better. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, krf139 said: True, although he has about 10% of the knowledge and isn't nearly as entertaining. Actually, not, it's a Sal Capaccio problem. Bills fans deserve better than a self-appointed press secretary for McBeane. He not only talks down to callers, he also talks down to Howard and Jeremy in the AM. No he does not. I listen to Howard and Jeremy every morning. If I miss Sal's segment, I listen to it on demand. Sal never talks down to them. Sal will talk down to Schoop when Schoop is being as stubborn as a mule. 4 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badassgixxer05 Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 That seems to just be the WGR way. Don't agree with caller, disconnect.. I guess its to avoid confrontation on the radio? IDK. In my field, if you disagree with someone you just back up your opinion with factual information and prove you know what you are talking about and why the other person's thinking is wrong. Their way is just unprofessional. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 6 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: I dont find it arrogant, I find it amusing the way he dismisses the usual bad/hot takes from grown men who are in a position in life to spend all day trying to call into a sports talk radio show. Problem is that his takes are often bad and doesn't want to have a holistic discussion about the team. Someone bringing up a point about the lack of quality wins (including 0-2 against two very beatable playoff opponents) is a legitimate conversation. There is no reason for him to not engage on that topic other than to be the media arm of One Bills Drive considering it doesn't fit the overall narrative. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F.W. Cyclone Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 7 minutes ago, krf139 said: Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. Sorry but I 100% disagree with your thread. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, Royale with Cheese said: No he does not. I listen to Howard and Jeremy every morning. If I miss Sal's segment, I listen to it on demand. Sal never talks down to them. Sal will talk down to Schoop when Schoop is being as stubborn as a mule. Completely disagree. I listen every morning and have a different take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 7 minutes ago, DrDawkinstein said: I dont find it arrogant, I find it amusing the way he dismisses the usual bad/hot takes from grown men who are in a position in life to spend all day trying to call into a sports talk radio show. Yeah I do too. A lot of these callers have the stupidest takes and then argue against him. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WEATHER DOT COM Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Just now, krf139 said: (including 0-2 against two very beatable playoff opponents) But they're 4-1? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 Just now, F.W. Cyclone said: Sorry but I 100% disagree with your thread. You are entitled to your opinion, as am I. I can't stand listening to the guy, which is unfortunate because he's definitely connected to the team and has inside information. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RalphWilson'sNewWar Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 7 minutes ago, krf139 said: Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. Sal is a fan. A big time fan. Which immediate would disqualify him as an objective “sports journalist”. You do not go to Sal for the straight talk. And that is fine. Everyone has their role and plays their part in this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 2 minutes ago, krf139 said: True, although he has about 10% of the knowledge and isn't nearly as entertaining. Actually, not, it's a Sal Capaccio problem. Bills fans deserve better than a self-appointed press secretary for McBeane. He not only talks down to callers, he also talks down to Howard and Jeremy in the AM. Where else in life do you feel like you're being condescended to? Pushy telemarketers with their new fangled long distance plans? Time share presentations? Fast food drive thrus? Watching your morning cartoons? Stick to less threatening media like WWE and NASCAR. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 Just now, wAcKy ZeBrA said: But they're 4-1? They lost to the Jaguars and Texans in the playoffs. We should have won both games. Why does nobody want to talk about this? Of course, Sal dismisses it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WEATHER DOT COM Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) Just now, krf139 said: We should have won both games. The Bills were the underdog in both games. Edited October 14, 2020 by wAcKy ZeBrA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krf139 Posted October 14, 2020 Author Share Posted October 14, 2020 Just now, Jauronimo said: Where else in life do you feel like you're being condescended to? Pushy telemarketers with their new fangled long distance plans? Time share presentations? Fast food drive thrus? Watching your morning cartoons? Stick to less threatening media like WWE and NASCAR. Bottom line is that Sal knows no more about football than me or the average fan. For him to think he can cut people off and dismiss legitimate points because he's Sal Capaccio and used to coach football is arrogant. I guess people on this board are sheltered. Get outside of Western New York a bit. Sal is in the bottom of his field. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, krf139 said: Completely disagree. I listen every morning and have a different take. Well you have a different take than most...as you can see in this thread. I would prefer more Sal and I love the days when he fills in for someone who is out. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpsredemption Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 This is why you see that he’s the best thing going on WGR from some people. Because he’s the Bills defense attorney. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QB Bills Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 He's terrible at his job, but he's winning life by getting paid to talk about his favourite team. It's pathetic how he sucks up to the Bills players and staff and defends them from any kind of criticism, but at least he shows enthusiasm, which is more than you can say for that creep Chris Brown. He's basically the mouthpiece for all the homer fans on this board who hate guys like Mike Schopp and Jeremy White. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFlutie Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: Well you have a different take than most...as you can see in this thread. I would prefer more Sal and I love the days when he fills in for someone who is out. Agree. Every time I hear, "I'm Sal Capacio filling in for [xyz host]!" I'm like, "well, I'm definitely going to listen all day." Edited October 14, 2020 by BringBackFlutie 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Just now, Jpsredemption said: This is why you see that he’s the best thing going on WGR from some people. Because he’s the Bills defense attorney. Uh no. John Murphy is the biggest Bills homer and he was removed from the 12:00 show. Sal is good because he's good at his job. 3 minutes ago, krf139 said: Bottom line is that Sal knows no more about football than me or the average fan. For him to think he can cut people off and dismiss legitimate points because he's Sal Capaccio and used to coach football is arrogant. I guess people on this board are sheltered. Get outside of Western New York a bit. Sal is in the bottom of his field. Completely disagree. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) 6 minutes ago, krf139 said: Bottom line is that Sal knows no more about football than me or the average fan. For him to think he can cut people off and dismiss legitimate points because he's Sal Capaccio and used to coach football is arrogant. I guess people on this board are sheltered. Get outside of Western New York a bit. Sal is in the bottom of his field. I see you're a man of taste and culture. Only the most refined among us can boast of in depth knowledge of regional sports talk radio. Edited October 14, 2020 by Jauronimo 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) 20 minutes ago, krf139 said: Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. When you say callers with valid points, are those the ones who say fire and cut everyone? I suggest you listen to Schopp & The Bulldog. They might be more your speed. Edited October 14, 2020 by PromoTheRobot 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 19 minutes ago, wAcKy ZeBrA said: Sal is great. Were you around for "The Coach?" Talk about brutal. @Your Brown Eye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFlutie Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, PromoTheRobot said: When you say callers with valid points, are those the ones who say fire and cut everyone? Almost definitely. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenhigh Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: When you say callers with valid points, are those the ones who say fire and cut everyone? I think he means the callers who want to light coaches on fire and cut players with a machete. You know, valid callers. Cut this guy some slack. He's been waiting all season for the Bills to lose a game and get his angry yet baffling point across, lets let him roll around in it for a while. Edited October 14, 2020 by Tenhigh 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 This is the thread we all needed after that pain in the ass loss last night. Feels good to laugh again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 10 minutes ago, krf139 said: Bottom line is that Sal knows no more about football than me or the average fan. For him to think he can cut people off and dismiss legitimate points because he's Sal Capaccio and used to coach football is arrogant. I guess people on this board are sheltered. Get outside of Western New York a bit. Sal is in the bottom of his field. Anyone else find this post condescending towards western New Yorkers? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I listened to Sal this morning. He gave a couple callers multiple chances to clarify their unintelligible rantings. After they continued to rant, he shut them down. If Schopp or The Coach disagree with you, they just cut you off immediately without giving you any chance at all. I was a frequent caller to the Coach, until one day he just turned on me. The one time I called Schopp to disagree, he immediately shouted me down and I heard the click after I barely completed one sentence. Sal isn't anywhere near either of these idiots. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 "Who TF is krf139?" - Sal, probably 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Turk Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 27 minutes ago, krf139 said: Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. I heard it and he was right the point wasn't relevant. The Rams are likely a playoff team and we beat them. The Raiders may be a playoff team and we beat them. KC didn't win a Super Bowl in 40 years prior to last year. Philadelphia never won a Super Bowl before 2018. What does any of it have to do with anything? The vast majority of the statistics he spewed had nothing to do with McDermott and certainly do not pertain to a Bills team with a QB playing at the level Allen is currently playing at. It's like the commercials for the law offices..."prior results do not guarantee a future similar outcome." Honestly I give him credit for having to deal with the number of people calling in the show that have IQ's well under 100 and say the most idiotic and ridiculous things and not blowing up. 22 minutes ago, krf139 said: Bottom line is that Sal knows no more about football than me or the average fan. For him to think he can cut people off and dismiss legitimate points because he's Sal Capaccio and used to coach football is arrogant. I guess people on this board are sheltered. Get outside of Western New York a bit. Sal is in the bottom of his field. Sounds like you were probably the person calling in making that asinine point. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJBobby Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) 36 minutes ago, krf139 said: Not sure about anyone else, but I'm getting pretty tired of Sal Capaccio on WGR. While he's very passionate about the Bills and Western New York, he comes across as extremely arrogant and thinks he's a self-appointed spokesman for the Bills. He routinely dismisses callers who make valid points - this morning, someone called in wanting to talk about the few playoff teams the Bills have defeated during McDermott's tenure and Sal immediately cut him off and said the point wasn't relevant. When callers call in and it's unclear what they are trying to say, he starts screaming. Admittedly, this can be frustrating but it comes across as arrogance. It's also kind of tiring listening to him try to justify / explain every move the Bills make as if he's McBean's press secretary with the attitude of "you must listen to me because I'm a sideline reporter and used to coach football." Given his role is so visible on WGR, I certainly hope this is a position that eventually gets upgraded. Well it is irrelevant he isnt wrong. Seasons Past have NOTHING to do with current teams. I am sorry you waited for probably an hour to come with your playoff take on WGR and was immediately dismissed as you should be. Edited October 14, 2020 by MAJBobby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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