Royale with Cheese Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 Drop the "mark". Just call it High Stadium because 60% of the fans are probably high anyway. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpberr Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 It's alright. Would have preferred Highmark Field. I'm happy the company is local and has ties to WNY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Doug Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 34 minutes ago, Xwnyer said: Amazin how a not for profit entity like BCBS can end up,with naming rights ??? A nonprofit entity doesn’t mean they have no money or don’t make money. It just means they don’t have a profit to declare at the end of the fiscal year. Many nonprofits get to this point by paying out hefty bonuses or dumping any earnings into the growing the company. Nevertheless, nonprofits usually have money for advertising purposes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOKBILLS Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 This is actually perfect... I felt I reached my high-mark a couple times during tailgates in my youth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 (edited) yawn. awful name. Edited March 30, 2021 by RyanC883 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnNord Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 1 hour ago, wppete said: The #billsmafia on twitter is not happy. They are more unhappy with the selection of BCBS as a sponsor because insurance is so freaking expensive. Only in 2021, is an insurance company a controversial choice (among fans) to name a stadium after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milanos Milano Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 (edited) How much for tickets? What is my out of pocket maximum? Edited March 30, 2021 by IronMaidenBills 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rc2catch Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 Can’t say I like it, but I don’t recall using the stadium name very often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 3 hours ago, wppete said: Think we found our new mascot.... is this guy still around? So we all agree that we're calling the new stadium The Room? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JoPoy88 Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 (edited) 4 hours ago, NewEra said: Wow. What a crappy name Ha. What’s crappier? Highmark, who are actively investing in a new area and like to market themselves a little bit. Or NEW ERA, who, between shutting down the Derby plant and canning a ton of people from the Delaware headquarters in the last couple of years (with no plans to bring most of them back) deserve to be kicked out of town. the irony of the profile name is awesome. 4 hours ago, Boxcar said: At least prez tried no he didn’t. It was a marketing stunt, like everything Portnoy does. Edited March 30, 2021 by JoPoy88 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locomark Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 19 minutes ago, gobills404 said: Even though I am a Mark, I truly wanted “Circle the Wagons Stadium” or “Time to Pay The Bills Stadium”... Let’s hope they live up to the new name and set a high mark for achievement anyway... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 3 hours ago, Saint Doug said: A nonprofit entity doesn’t mean they have no money or don’t make money. It just means they don’t have a profit to declare at the end of the fiscal year. Many nonprofits get to this point by paying out hefty bonuses or dumping any earnings into the growing the company. Nevertheless, nonprofits usually have money for advertising purposes. Doug, you’re correct except one exception so many people make. The designation nonprofit, and not for profit are different. Much more strict guidelines on nonprofit. I’m sure many appreciate you’re explanation as I was going to write the same. As far as the name, people will just naturally shorten it over time to Blue Cross Stadium, Blue Shield Stadium, or something. A little bummed we’re not the TOILET BOWL, flushing other teams down the drain. 🤪👹 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chongli Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 5 hours ago, wppete said: The #billsmafia on twitter is not happy. I still call it "Rich Stadium" sometimes, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringMetheHeadofLeonLett Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 The Ambulance!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 2 hours ago, JoPoy88 said: Ha. What’s crappier? Highmark, who are actively investing in a new area and like to market themselves a little bit. Or NEW ERA, who, between shutting down the Derby plant and canning a ton of people from the Delaware headquarters in the last couple of years (with no plans to bring most of them back) deserve to be kicked out of town. the irony of the profile name is awesome. no he didn’t. It was a marketing stunt, like everything Portnoy does. when it comes to silly things like stadium name sponsorships, I could care less about the co investing in the naming rights. The almighty dollar bill got them the name. I don’t get emotionally tied to the company that paid dollar bills. I just don’t want the name to sound stupid.....like ours does now. My username has nothing to do with the hat co. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 "Good morning, mister front desk BCBS security man. I come with the naming rights to the stadium. I will be needing a phone extension and a medium to large office. Brandon is my name. Russ Brandon." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 It will always be the RALPH to me the rest is all BS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 4 minutes ago, HOUSE said: It will always be the RALPH to me the rest is all BS Buffalo Sabres? 🤔 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 Rich Stadium or Ralph Wilson Stadium for me. As long as the Bills win who really cares what it's called. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMF2006 Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 Kind of under whelming after all the build up Maybe all the WNY Bills season ticket holders will get discounts on their health insurance as part of the package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearNorth Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 Apparently Highmark has actually laid off some former BC/BS of WNY employees, but they have money for naming rights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 2 minutes ago, BearNorth said: Apparently Highmark has actually laid off some former BC/BS of WNY employees, but they have money for naming rights? The concept of a not-for-profit entity blowing policy holder premium cash on something this trivial should be a problem for everyone. It's not a company that does business in NYS, so it can't even really be considered a marketing move by them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxcar Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 6 hours ago, JoPoy88 said: no he didn’t. It was a marketing stunt, like everything Portnoy does. There are many things you can call Dave Portnoy, but liar isn't one of them. Why wouldn't he try for naming rights? Wouldn't that get his company more publicity? Just kind of a weird take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoPoy88 Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 7 minutes ago, Boxcar said: There are many things you can call Dave Portnoy, but liar isn't one of them. Why wouldn't he try for naming rights? Wouldn't that get his company more publicity? Just kind of a weird take. lol. If you really think Portnoy doesn’t lie for the sake of self-promotion, that’s delusional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiotAct Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 1 minute ago, JoPoy88 said: lol. If you really think Portnoy doesn’t lie for the sake of self-promotion, that’s delusional. saw a Barstool Sports billboard the other day on I-95 South in the Jacksonville area, was pretty sweet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 most businesses advertise.....this is an advertising expense.....the negative not for profit arguments ring hollow for me. the high cost of health insurance is complex and has very little to do with an advertising budget. the name Highmark.....is not well known.....they are primarily a PA company trying to expand......all the more reason for them to grab the naming rights to build their brand. so my initial reaction as a bills fan is....YAWN....uninspiring ...no pizazz.....extending the full name out makes it worse. i guarantee i wont be referring to the bills stadium as highmark stadium. my out of town family members are already texting me unflattering remarks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxcar Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 40 minutes ago, JoPoy88 said: lol. If you really think Portnoy doesn’t lie for the sake of self-promotion, that’s delusional. I don't want to come off as a fanboy but I'd really like to know examples of him lying for self promotion. Main reason why I do like him is how blatantly honest he is, even if it makes him look like an #######. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 11 hours ago, jaybee said: Meh... not exactly on awe inspiring name. I guess I'll get used to it. Which corporate stadium names are awe-inspiring though? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CuseBill Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 I'm going to call it "Medicare For All" Stadium, or "MaFiA" Stadium. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 2 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: Which corporate stadium names are awe-inspiring though? good point.....awe-inspiring ?......none...zero just known nationally.....fedex, att, ford, heinz, m&t, hard rock, gillette, mercedes benz, met life, bank of america.....to name a few Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Digg? Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 1 hour ago, Greg S said: Rich Stadium or Ralph Wilson Stadium for me. As long as the Bills win who really cares what it's called. So to flip it around, why will you only call it Rich Stadium or Ralph Wilson Stadium if the name doesn’t matter to you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 1 hour ago, BearNorth said: Apparently Highmark has actually laid off some former BC/BS of WNY employees, but they have money for naming rights? Layoffs aren’t related to the size of marketing budgets. They are tied to workforce restructure plans 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 3 minutes ago, Ya Digg? said: So to flip it around, why will you only call it Rich Stadium or Ralph Wilson Stadium if the name doesn’t matter to you? Actually I really won't call it anything as I just want to go watch the games but I see your point. For the majority of my life it was always Rich Stadium or Ralph Wilson Stadium so that is what I am used to. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshynman Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 11 hours ago, Xwnyer said: Amazin how a not for profit entity like BCBS can end up,with naming rights ??? Not all of their entities are "not for profit". And some of them that are still raise eyebrows! Blue Cross Blue Shield Association - Wikipedia "While only some members retain nonprofit status, the ones that do have been criticized for holding excessive amounts of cash or excessive executive compensation. In 2014, BC/BS of Illinois (Health Care Service Corporation) was sued over its nonprofit status, with the lawsuit dismissed with prejudice and the ruling upheld on appeal.[25] Similar suits occurred with similar results in other states such as Oregon.[26]" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papazoid Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 you going to the game ? where you tailgating at ? in most conversations about the bills.....saying the proper name of the stadium is hardly mentioned 9 out of 10 times...."the stadium" is used 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 How much did they get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 6 minutes ago, Doc said: How much did they get? The Bills were seeking $6 million annually last year, SBJ reports, but it is not known what Highmark paid for naming rights. https://www.google.com/amp/s/profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2021/03/29/report-bills-rename-stadium-to-highmark-stadium-after-naming-rights-deal/amp/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Digg? Posted March 30, 2021 Share Posted March 30, 2021 16 minutes ago, Greg S said: Actually I really won't call it anything as I just want to go watch the games but I see your point. For the majority of my life it was always Rich Stadium or Ralph Wilson Stadium so that is what I am used to. That’s fair-And now that I’m thinking about it, I’m not sure I have ever really called the stadium by it’s name. It’s always “I’m going to the Bills game” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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