DaGimp Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Titans To Sign Mort’s Kid Posted by Mike Florio on April 27, 2009, 11:16 a.m. Though we didn’t see it, several readers tell us that an awkward exchange unfolded on Sunday between ESPN’s Mel Kiper, Jr. and Chris Mortensen, regarding Mort Jr. As we hear it, Kiper was asked to assess the pro prospects of quarterback Alex Mortensen (hey, same first name as Florio, Jr. . . . and no one cares). Kiper basically said that the younger Mortensen should get into coaching. The elder Mort was, we’re told, shocked by the candor. Apparently, the Titans disagree with Kiper. According to Terry McCormick of the Nashville City Paper, the Titans have inked quarterback Alex Mortensen as an undrafted free agent. Meanwhile, no team has ever asked Kiper to do anything other than shut up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsGuyInMalta Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Hey, here's hoping he plays in the HOF game so our scrubs can toss him around! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 I thought it was funny as well. As I recall, Mort's son transferred from the college he originally went to because of the QB competition. I am too busy to look it up right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erynthered Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Kiper was right. I must say he's got his Dads great looks. http://www.arkansasrazorbacks.com/ViewArti...p;Q_SEASON=2008 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 I thought it was funny as well. As I recall, Mort's son transferred from the college he originally went to because of the QB competition. I am too busy to look it up right now. Arkansas? If I remember correctly he jumped on Matt Jones because of his kid's association. How'd that work out J-ville? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonidas Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Titans To Sign Mort’s KidPosted by Mike Florio on April 27, 2009, 11:16 a.m. Though we didn’t see it, several readers tell us that an awkward exchange unfolded on Sunday between ESPN’s Mel Kiper, Jr. and Chris Mortensen, regarding Mort Jr. As we hear it, Kiper was asked to assess the pro prospects of quarterback Alex Mortensen (hey, same first name as Florio, Jr. . . . and no one cares). Kiper basically said that the younger Mortensen should get into coaching. The elder Mort was, we’re told, shocked by the candor. Apparently, the Titans disagree with Kiper. According to Terry McCormick of the Nashville City Paper, the Titans have inked quarterback Alex Mortensen as an undrafted free agent. Meanwhile, no team has ever asked Kiper to do anything other than shut up. Mel is paid to give his opinions, and then everyone hates him when he does. Hey Mort: if you don't want the answer, don't ask the question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Arkansas? If I remember correctly he jumped on Matt Jones because of his kid's association. How'd that work out J-ville? I'm shocked you would suggest that Mort would ever let his personal feelings affect his journalsitic ethics. PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 Mort was a complete joke at the draft table yesterday. He could have been the guy they cut to from time to time back in the studio. It should have been Wingo, Jaws and Kiper, losing Mort and Herm Edwards. Speaking of ESPN's coverage, day 1 should be Boomer and Kiper. I guess since the networks think is is good to have a cast of thousands on the pregame show, it should be the same thing in regards to the draft. They need to be reminded of the KISS principle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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