YoloinOhio Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 (edited) I hit that unfollow button faster than dareus hits the buffet at the Mongolian bbq Edited May 31, 2022 by YoloinOhio 7 5 1 1 2 24 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsShredder83 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 1 minute ago, YoloinOhio said: Economy hit hard. I've had to sell my body, Matt had to sell his soul 🤷♂️ Seriously though, how the heck does that work? I couldn't imagine trying to make that change mentally, career or not, good luck to him 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollars 2 donuts Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 (edited) 52 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: I hit that unfollow button faster than dareus hits the buffet at the Mongolian bbq The decent thing for him to do, Yolo, is turn down the job and retire from journalism entirely. At some point you have to maintain your integrity and be able to look your family in the eye. Edited September 9, 2021 by dollars 2 donuts 2 1 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mushypeaches Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 something something something... dark side 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 I’d sign up for Sully at the Athletic. 3 5 1 1 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted September 9, 2021 Author Share Posted September 9, 2021 Just now, BillsShredder83 said: Economy hit hard. I've had to sell my body, Matt had to sell his soul 🤷♂️ Seriously though, how the heck does that work? I couldn't imagine trying to make that change mentally, career or not, good luck to him I also feel like the timing of these moves are weird. You would think these outlets would want them in place with covering the new teams at least by TC to have the overall familiarity of the players, coaches etc 1 minute ago, mushypeaches said: something something something... dark side He might be the new Ernie Adams! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motorin' Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 5 minutes ago, dollars 2 donuts said: The decent thing for him to do, Yolo, is turn down the job and retire from journalism entirely. At some point you have to maintain your integrity and people to look your family in the eye. I mean, he could end up being that guy in New England that talks about Josh Allen and what the Bills do to the Pats for the next 10 years... 4 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Holmes Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Have fun covering mediocrity while we are winning Super Bowls as the best dynasty to ever exist 1 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted September 9, 2021 Author Share Posted September 9, 2021 I’m pretty sure Fairburn is the one McDermott lit up for taking pics of something in the locker room that was supposed to stay internal? 2 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Holmes Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 6 minutes ago, Motorin' said: I mean, he could end up being that guy in New England that talks about Josh Allen and what the Bills do to the Pats for the next 10 years... It'll be glorious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 So...who did Fairburn piss off in 'The Athletic' management? After covering the Patriots, he'll be back as: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Like the other Marcel guy, barely knew he was covering the team, won't be missed. 2 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 27 minutes ago, YoloinOhio said: I hit that unfollow button faster than dareus hits the buffet at the Mongolian bbq He's Dead to me now Hope he enjoys the housing prices and traffic 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First Round Bust Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 enjoyed his work, kind of second opinion to Joe B, likely to be replaced and certainly un-followed in move to the evil empire of the east.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 4 minutes ago, Doc said: Like the other Marcel guy, barely knew he was covering the team, won't be missed. Celebrating your own ignorance is never a good thing. His coverage was excellent. It's unfortunate to lose him. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptnCoke11 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 I think he’s born and raised in that area. Good for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slippery Rubber Mats Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 That's a shame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cash Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 1 minute ago, First Round Bust said: enjoyed his work, kind of second opinion to Joe B, likely to be replaced and certainly un-followed in move to the evil empire of the east.. Same. He and Joe B have a good dynamic on the podcast. I wonder what’s to be done about that? Possible ideas: 1. Tim Graham becomes the new co-host. I would give it a shot but be very skeptical. Graham has guested on the podcast before and it was tolerable. 2. Fairburn temporarily sticks around as a guest. How would this work? He’s going to be on-site covering that other team and won’t be able to watch the Bills. This isn’t feasible. 3. Joe B goes solo. Hopefully no one is dumb enough to try this. One-man sports radio is unlistenable IMO. 4. Some other Athletic reporter moves into Bills coverage and becomes the new co-host. Hope it works out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 What terrible timing by him. He joins the Patriots as the dynasty has already ended. He's leaving the Bills when their dynasty is starting. 2 minutes ago, Cash said: Same. He and Joe B have a good dynamic on the podcast. I wonder what’s to be done about that? Possible ideas: 1. Tim Graham becomes the new co-host. I would give it a shot but be very skeptical. Graham has guested on the podcast before and it was tolerable. 2. Fairburn temporarily sticks around as a guest. How would this work? He’s going to be on-site covering that other team and won’t be able to watch the Bills. This isn’t feasible. 3. Joe B goes solo. Hopefully no one is dumb enough to try this. One-man sports radio is unlistenable IMO. 4. Some other Athletic reporter moves into Bills coverage and becomes the new co-host. Hope it works out. Marino from Locked On Bills does it solo and does a good job. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimKellyTryouts Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Every now and then, I do like checking out non-bills articles on the site and with how good of a writer Fairburn has been for us, he'll give good insight for a team I'll continue to be very curious about in the short and long-term future. It sucks to lose him and MLJ to division rivals of all people, but we stay in good hands with Joe B. among all the other members of the Buffalo sports media these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaw66 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 It's simple. Print journalism is either dying or being substantially reinvented. The floodwaters are rising, and plenty of small-market hubs for journalistic activity have drowned. The journalists are looking for higher ground, and in this case higher ground means larger markets. The opportunity to cover a Boston-based team is simply a better chance for him to keep his career alive. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLFan Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Damn shame. He was very good. I hate to lose a young talented local journalist to the dark side. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEra Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 16 minutes ago, Doc said: Like the other Marcel guy, barely knew he was covering the team, won't be missed. Seriously? Dude has been the best reporter over the last 7 years imo. that being said. He’s unfollowed and I’ll never hear from him again 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Joshin' Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 13 minutes ago, First Round Bust said: enjoyed his work, kind of second opinion to Joe B, likely to be replaced and certainly un-followed in move to the evil empire of the east.. The Athletic is losing $ and looking for a buyer. I suspect they will stay with 2 Buffalo reporters. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 17 minutes ago, jeremy2020 said: Celebrating your own ignorance is never a good thing. His coverage was excellent. It's unfortunate to lose him. What are you, his mommy? There's enough news out there to not have paid attention to him. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Proof that some people will do anything for money, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullim4 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 10 minutes ago, Just Joshin' said: The Athletic is losing $ and looking for a buyer. I suspect they will stay with 2 Buffalo reporters. That's what I figured. I dropped my sub over the summer as I just wasn't using it a whole lot, and I've been getting non-stop 50% off offers in my inbox. I thought that was odd because they seemed pretty grounded in their position that "good journalism" isn't cheap and readers should pay a premium for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Well, when Belichick signs him to a NEP contract, you'll know we've been zoomed. 🤔 27 minutes ago, Hapless Bills Fan said: He's Dead to me now Moderator, heal thyself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnycage46 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Should make for some hilarious question and answer with BB. Two of the most monotone people I've ever heard. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_In_NH Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Im sure it will be fun asking Bellichick questions.....he might as well stay home and talk to his wall 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NI Bills Fan Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Shame, he was a good pairing with Joe B on the Buffalo Beat pod. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rc2catch Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 I agree with @Royale with Cheese Has to suck as the New England job was probably a dream job for some of these guys the last 20 years. Now making the switch seems like a punishment as the Bills ascend to the top. Poor guy is going to have to write about the Mac Jones roller coaster all year long now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CuseBill Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 1 minute ago, Rc2catch said: I agree with @Royale with Cheese Has to suck as the New England job was probably a dream job for some of these guys the last 20 years. Now making the switch seems like a punishment as the Bills ascend to the top. Poor guy is going to have to write about the Mac Jones roller coaster all year long now. It's probably easier to write about a team in disarray and struggling as opposed to a team that is well organized and firing on all cylinders. Controversy and drama are the lifeblood of "journalists". Fairburn probably realized that the Bills are going to be boringly good and consistent for the next several years and he realized that it was going to be boring writing article after article about how perfect a team they are. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JESSEFEFFER Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 54 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: What terrible timing by him. He joins the Patriots as the dynasty has already ended. He's leaving the Bills when their dynasty is starting. Marino from Locked On Bills does it solo and does a good job. He does but one big difference is he records and edits before letting it out. A live recording might not be so stellar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigK14094 Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 48 minutes ago, Just Joshin' said: The Athletic is losing $ and looking for a buyer. I suspect they will stay with 2 Buffalo reporters. Yes, the Athletic is looking for a "partner"...allegedly talked to the NY Times (their sports is weak) I read. But, I disagree they will keep two reporters on Buffalo. Joe B does a great job, and is the reason I subscribed to the A in the first place. I never accepted the dual coverage although I admit Fairburn was doing acceptable journalistic work. I am good with just Joe B covering the Bills for that outlet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blank Stare Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 His recent “Will Josh Allen regress” article makes a lot more sense now. 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 1 hour ago, Doc said: Like the other Marcel guy, barely knew he was covering the team, won't be missed. True. These people are all completely interchangeable producing the same generic, cliched pieces week after week. Adios, last guy. Welcome next person! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 1 hour ago, BillsShredder83 said: Economy hit hard. I've had to sell my body, Matt had to sell his soul 🤷♂️ Seriously though, how the heck does that work? I couldn't imagine trying to make that change mentally, career or not, good luck to him Well, in theory, reporters aren't supposed to be invested in the teams they cover. 1 hour ago, Royale with Cheese said: What terrible timing by him. He joins the Patriots as the dynasty has already ended. He's leaving the Bills when their dynasty is starting. Marino from Locked On Bills does it solo and does a good job. Speaking of, ever hear his "Herd Mentality" Q&A episodes? Those questions are just too well written to be real questions from your typical jamokes. You know what I mean? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 9 minutes ago, PromoTheRobot said: Well, in theory, reporters aren't supposed to be invested in the teams they cover. Speaking of, ever hear his "Herd Mentality" Q&A episodes? Those questions are just too well written to be real questions from your typical jamokes. You know what I mean? I'm sure he filters out the bad questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FilthyBeast Posted September 9, 2021 Share Posted September 9, 2021 Well that sucks, two solid beat reports lost to division rivals in less than a week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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