CosmicBills Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 "As Buffalo Bills rookie safety Donte Whitner sat at his locker Sunday following his team's impressive 16-6 road victory over the Miami Dolphins, 81-year-old team owner Ralph Wilson sidled over with a message. "They said we took you too high," Wilson said. "I don't think so." Whitner's face lit up, as you would expect when the man who signs the checks pays you a compliment. "Thank you, sir," Whitner said. "I'm just trying to prove them wrong." .......................................................................................... And, the icing on the cake: "On a hot day at Dolphins Stadium, it was a late 23-yard touchdown pass from Culpepper to Chris Chambers with 1:54 left that prevented the Bills from getting the shutout. It was the lowest point total for the Dolphins in a home opener, which led to plenty of boos for the offense and an empty stadium in the final quarter. "We wanted that shutout," Whitner said. "And it was my fault. I underplayed the seven route and he cut up underneath it. I'm going to learn from it, and maybe next time I'll get the interception." ...................................................................................... This kid is going to be a keeper. http://cbs.sportsline.com/nfl/story/9666800 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oneonta Buffalo Fan Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 aren't you glad we took him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicBills Posted September 18, 2006 Author Share Posted September 18, 2006 aren't you glad we took him. 777135[/snapback] Absolutely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven in MD Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 Marv drafts character...and ability. This will prove to be a "steal" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffOrange Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 "As Buffalo Bills rookie safety Donte Whitner sat at his locker Sunday following his team's impressive 16-6 road victory over the Miami Dolphins, 81-year-old team owner Ralph Wilson sidled over with a message. "They said we took you too high," Wilson said. "I don't think so." Whitner's face lit up, as you would expect when the man who signs the checks pays you a compliment. "Thank you, sir," Whitner said. "I'm just trying to prove them wrong." .......................................................................................... And, the icing on the cake: "On a hot day at Dolphins Stadium, it was a late 23-yard touchdown pass from Culpepper to Chris Chambers with 1:54 left that prevented the Bills from getting the shutout. It was the lowest point total for the Dolphins in a home opener, which led to plenty of boos for the offense and an empty stadium in the final quarter. "We wanted that shutout," Whitner said. "And it was my fault. I underplayed the seven route and he cut up underneath it. I'm going to learn from it, and maybe next time I'll get the interception." ...................................................................................... This kid is going to be a keeper. http://cbs.sportsline.com/nfl/story/9666800 777134[/snapback] That's awesome. Were there any Broderick Bunkley sightings today? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Griffin Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 "As Buffalo Bills rookie safety Donte Whitner sat at his locker Sunday following his team's impressive 16-6 road victory over the Miami Dolphins, 81-year-old team owner Ralph Wilson sidled over with a message. "They said we took you too high," Wilson said. "I don't think so." Whitner's face lit up, as you would expect when the man who signs the checks pays you a compliment. "Thank you, sir," Whitner said. "I'm just trying to prove them wrong." ...................................................................................... This kid is going to be a keeper. http://cbs.sportsline.com/nfl/story/9666800 777134[/snapback] Ralph is 87, Marv is 81 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibs Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 That's awesome. Were there any Broderick Bunkley sightings today? 777189[/snapback] No tackles or any stats to speak of.....doesn't mean he didn't play OK though. Doesn't mean he won't become a star either.....it's not a race. As long as Whitner is playing well, that's all I care about. With over 50% 'busts' in the 1st round, to have a 'player' instead already is a relief & a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 "As Buffalo Bills rookie safety Donte Whitner sat at his locker Sunday following his team's impressive 16-6 road victory over the Miami Dolphins, 81-year-old team owner Ralph Wilson sidled over with a message. "They said we took you too high," Wilson said. "I don't think so." Whitner's face lit up, as you would expect when the man who signs the checks pays you a compliment. "Thank you, sir," Whitner said. "I'm just trying to prove them wrong." 777134[/snapback] Did this give anybody else chills? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffOrange Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 No tackles or any stats to speak of.....doesn't mean he didn't play OK though.Doesn't mean he won't become a star either.....it's not a race. As long as Whitner is playing well, that's all I care about. With over 50% 'busts' in the 1st round, to have a 'player' instead already is a relief & a bonus. 777208[/snapback] Totally agree. I'll still have a little fun at the office tomorrow here in Philly, since "LOL you guys did horrible" was all I heard in April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East Brady Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 I would think he is the current front runner for ROOKIE OF THE YEAR and with all the rookies we have on D he may actually be fighting for the award with a team-mate!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills#23Iowa Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 I got my Whitner jersey via UPS on Friday, You know I had it on today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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