Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. 10 1 11 1 1 2 3 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoBills Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 He has mentioned this before. He also is maturing as a man. It's going to be all business with Allen on the field this year. I wouldn't want to be a DC having to plan against him! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Good Lord dude - give it a rest. He has talked about this many times in the past. It does not mean anything. Dumb. 6 1 1 4 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Rochesterfan said: Good Lord dude - give it a rest. He has talked about this many times in the past. It does not mean anything. Dumb. At least people are admitting that he's talked about it. Most posters here like to pretend it's a non-issue. Here Allen is literally telling you that it's an issue, and people still want to shoot the messenger because they can't handle anything but blind positivity. 3 4 1 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Stef said this when asked about being named a captain, and how he leads, that different players respond to different things. I believe he referenced that some guys need juice, others need “calmed down” like josh 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 11 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. You made the comment he doesn’t play well at home…that’s why you were criticized. You also made the comment that McDermott’s history against rookie QB’s isn’t good. 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobbRiddick Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 This isn't a huge deal. Other QBs have had this same thing, Favre and Elway come to mind. Maybe it's the strong armed guys that it affects more because they throw it so hard. I think that's why Allen likes to run early and get a little contact, just to knock the cobwebs off and get him into the game. The Steelers game will be a good barometer because it's game 1 and the crowd will be insane. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 4 minutes ago, Royale with Cheese said: You made the comment he doesn’t play well at home…that’s why you were criticized. I and several other posters have been consistently flamed for bringing this up, long before that comment. 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat68 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Kelly puked before every game. Everyone has nerves and feels nerves. Learn to use it for good and not be crippled by it. Some players thrive in pratice struggle in games, while other don't practice and come a live during games. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 3 minutes ago, Mat68 said: Kelly puked before every game. Everyone has nerves and feels nerves. Learn to use it for good and not be crippled by it. Some players thrive in pratice struggle in games, while other don't practice and come a live during games. Kelly did? I know Bruce did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Digg? Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 19 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: I and several other posters have been consistently flamed for bringing this up, long before that comment. Maybe I’m not remembering correctly, but it wasn’t the comments about him getting too hyped that people got flames for-it was the assumptions and comments made because he was too hyped that people got flamed for. I think everyone agrees from day 1 Josh gets a little too hyped at the beginning of a game…he was also younger then, had a cannon for an arm, and plays with a lot of emotion. It would be the comments like “perhaps he shouldn’t start home games” or “we won’t win consistently if he can’t calm down” that would make people want to bang their head repeatedly on a wall 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warcodered Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 44 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. Yeah he was terrible against the packers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 11 minutes ago, Mat68 said: Some players thrive in pratice struggle in games... GOINK! GOINK! GOINK! 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen2 Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 I seem to remember Josh saying that his pre game playlist used to be full of rap & hip hop music but he changed up to Sinatra tunes to calm himself down pregame. but I'm old so I could be mistaken. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted September 11, 2021 Author Share Posted September 11, 2021 11 minutes ago, Warcodered said: Yeah he was terrible against the packers. Hopefully a good sign, but it was preseason. Tomorrow will go a long way. 3 minutes ago, Gen2 said: I seem to remember Josh saying that his pre game playlist used to be full of rap & hip hop music but he changed up to Sinatra tunes to calm himself down pregame. but I'm old so I could be mistaken. This is correct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malazan Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 37 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: I and several other posters have been consistently flamed for bringing this up, long before that comment. You're trying to twist your own words. You said dumb thing and were called out on those dumb things. Stop trying to take a victory lap and figure out why you need a victory lap on message board. 3 1 3 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeAndy Posted September 11, 2021 Share Posted September 11, 2021 Sugar high Josh is real! Weed is legal now… 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 55 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: At least people are admitting that he's talked about it. Most posters here like to pretend it's a non-issue. Here Allen is literally telling you that it's an issue, and people still want to shoot the messenger because they can't handle anything but blind positivity. It is a non issue. He talked about this 2 years ago and making changes. Will he be over excited- probably, but it means nothing and people that keep acting like it is an issue are just looking for something to complain about. I recommend just letting it go, but you do you. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. No one said it was fake new. No one just feels the need to put such time in worrying about it. It’s like you look for things to make you nervous. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterfan Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 49 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: I and several other posters have been consistently flamed for bringing this up, long before that comment. You have been flamed because of your take on the subject and it being a problem. He has been consistent that it takes him a few throws and maybe a hit to get settled down. You have constantly acted like this impacts for the entire game and seasons. It is just beyond stupid. 2 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 13 minutes ago, jeremy2020 said: You're trying to twist your own words. You said dumb thing and were called out on those dumb things. Stop trying to take a victory lap and figure out why you need a victory lap on message board. Nailed it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted September 12, 2021 Author Share Posted September 12, 2021 (edited) 21 minutes ago, jeremy2020 said: You're trying to twist your own words. You said dumb thing and were called out on those dumb things. Stop trying to take a victory lap and figure out why you need a victory lap on message board. I'm not sure what you mean. I'm a straight shooter. No idea what I could be twisting here. Also, "dumb things" that have nothing to do with this topic are irrelevant. Edited September 12, 2021 by Giuseppe Tognarelli 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 2 minutes ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: I'm not sure what you mean. I'm a straight shooter. No idea what I could be twisting here. You are the gift that keeps on giving. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 He fixed this last year with help from his friend Frankie La Voz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
london_bills Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. It's one of the big changes he seems to have made, plays more cool to start the games. Speaking for myself, there was a time early on where I thought that's just who he was. Proved me totally wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandler#81 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. and we will continue to. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giuseppe Tognarelli Posted September 12, 2021 Author Share Posted September 12, 2021 3 minutes ago, Chandler#81 said: and we will continue to. Lol. I genuinely enjoyed that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Holmes Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. Gotta settle down those adrenals Joshy... no coffee or energy drinks or dip before games or during... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ganesh Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, RobbRiddick said: This isn't a huge deal. Other QBs have had this same thing, Favre and Elway come to mind. Maybe it's the strong armed guys that it affects more because they throw it so hard. I think that's why Allen likes to run early and get a little contact, just to knock the cobwebs off and get him into the game. The Steelers game will be a good barometer because it's game 1 and the crowd will be insane. Allen showed in the pre-season game that he has changed his mindset. He started very calmly taking what the defense gave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsShredder83 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, YoloinOhio said: Stef said this when asked about being named a captain, and how he leads, that different players respond to different things. I believe he referenced that some guys need juice, others need “calmed down” like josh Cool thought. Man kinda sucks to be the guy in Josh's shoes. I'd guess 98% of the room hypes themselves like they're on PCP, which is a blast, and you gotta dodge most of that and reel it in. Talk about sacrifice! Keep the headphones on and the Elvis ready! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: At least people are admitting that he's talked about it. Most posters here like to pretend it's a non-issue. Here Allen is literally telling you that it's an issue, and people still want to shoot the messenger because they can't handle anything but blind positivity. I think you're creating a controversy so you can whine about it. Most posters here are aware of Allen talking about it. They're also aware that being initially too "amped up" was probably not a deciding factor in either home wins, or home losses back in 2019. I have not read anyone saying it's "fake news" The criticisms you have faced are for assuming 1) it's related to a full stadium at home and not just to "playing football" (which is what your Josh quote says - not that he's "amped up" by the home crowd, that he's "amped up" by getting to play football) 2) it will remain a problem after dramatically improving his abilities (and thus his confidence) as a QB 3) it affects the entire game 4) it's been a deciding factor in wins and losses 4 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Otreply Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: Allen appeared on Bills Pod Squad with Maddy Glab and Kim Pegula yesterday and commented on getting too hyped up before games and needing to calm himself down. "When I get amped up, I get so anxious and aggressive. I come out there and I just can't throw the ball right. So I literally have to try to calm myself down as much as possible because I'm so happy I get to play football." Many posters here have criticized me and others who have brought this up, said it was fake news, etc., so here you go. Concerns about Josh's readiness to handle a full stadium of amped-up fans are warranted and a very valid discussion point. Hopefully, he'll show that he's ready to overcome these concerns. You worry about way to much stuff Giuseppe, but this seems to be your M O, just enjoy the first of many wins this season. Go Bills!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 (edited) I mean... he is a young man that is one of the best in the world at what he does and is living a childhood fantasy. He is playing around a bunch of others in the same boat in front of people that love and cheer for them. He plays around people he grew up admiring. Who the hell wouldn't be amped up? It will come with age. He is fine. There is also a balance to it. Too amped and you might get a little wild. Too calm and you might be flat. Edited September 12, 2021 by Scott7975 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaninSarasota Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, teef said: No one said it was fake new. No one just feels the need to put such time in worrying about it. It’s like you look for things to make you nervous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Tuesday Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 I will worry about this a slight bit later this season when he’s preparing for his first Super Bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyDays Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 I don't know what's sadder, that you think his comment proves you are right, or that you feel the need to make a whole thread about how right you are. Hope you enjoy the game tomorrow. 3 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dukestreetking Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 1 hour ago, Sherlock Holmes said: Gotta settle down those adrenals Joshy... no coffee or energy drinks or dip before games or during... Men circle admission: I go through so much dip during games it's enough for me, Josh, and any other dippers out there. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestojan Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 3 hours ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: At least people are admitting that he's talked about it. Most posters here like to pretend it's a non-issue. Here Allen is literally telling you that it's an issue, and people still want to shoot the messenger because they can't handle anything but blind positivity. Blind positivity? What alternate universe Two Bills Drive have you been reading? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dean Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 3 hours ago, Giuseppe Tognarelli said: At least people are admitting that he's talked about it. Most posters here like to pretend it's a non-issue. Here Allen is literally telling you that it's an issue, and people still want to shoot the messenger because they can't handle anything but blind positivity. Did he say ANYTHING about the crowd being a cause for his getting hyped before the game. ANYTHING? If not, your comment about the crowd remains unsubstantiated. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRA3196 Posted September 12, 2021 Share Posted September 12, 2021 I would expect by season 4 and with all the prime time games he has played, he has learned how to manage his pregame emotions at this point. Beane must think so too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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