NFL Preseason Thread - Training Camp

[Zopperoni]

Yea, everything's really cloudy right now with the Bears offense, but do you think it was a mistake of the Bears to trade down and take Grossman, instead of staying at the top of the board and take Leftwich?

Originally posted by bfg9000
Didnt Culpepper get picked after McNown in the same draft?

No, Culpepper was picked one spot before McNown.

[rah]

We're bears/cubs fans. How could it be any other way?

[ixnay]

Bears QBs are like Defense Against the Dark Arts teachers at Hogwarts.

[Richelieu]

Anybody else think that the Eagles are going to try and trade TO to Atlanta for Peerless Price and a bag of peanuts?

[Brundlefly]

No, Eagles are more likely to trade for one of the Packers receivers.

[Imran Siddiqui]

Originally posted by Richelieu
Anybody else think that the Eagles are going to try and trade TO to Atlanta for Peerless Price and a bag of peanuts?

Arthur Black (owner of the Falcons) has already said that he doesn't want T.O.

[Zopperoni]

Hm, the Steelers clearly don't need an offense to deal out some whoop-ass.

[Jon Shafer]

Originally posted by Zopperoni
Hope springs eternal, eh?

History repeats itself eventually... or so they say.

[Brundlefly]

The letter the Eagles sent to T.O.

[Imran Siddiqui]

[Ming]

Here is a real letter that currently appears on TO's website... I've highlighted some of the more amusing lines

2005-08-12 -- Terrell Owens would like to publicly thank his fans
Friday, Aug 12th 2005

Terrell Owens would like to publicly thank his fans for their continued, and unwavering support.

Despite all the negative publicity, the fans have remained objective, and optimistic. This positive reinforcement has inspired Terrell to work as hard as he can to improve on last years standout season. He plans to catch more balls than he ever has, and believes his on-the-field heroics will far outweigh any off-field criticism thrown his way. Through his actions, Terrell has continued to defy the negative speculation that has surrounded him, and he has proven himself to be a professional.

Despite all the rumors and innuendo Terrell has shown up to work on time, and from the moment he arrived he has given his all, picking up right where he left off in the Super Bowl. Unfortunately for Terrell, this gung-ho approach led to the aggravation of a nagging groin injury. Realizing that this could have been perceived as a negotiating ploy, Terrell has done everything possible to accelerate his rehab.

Regrettably, recent events have unfolded in a way that may paint a negative picture of Terrell. This situation has mushroomed far beyond what should be considered adequate coverage, and Terrell has become the media’s favorite whipping boy. While this is discouraging, Terrell knows this is part of the business. To the fans he simply says that this was an isolated incident that was not premeditated. Terrell in no way wishes to be a disruption to the ultimate goal of winning the Super Bowl. In fact Terrell has gone out of his way to diffuse the tension by keeping to himself in all non-practice related affairs. During practice and work related situations he has been and will be attentive and responsive; Terrell only asks what every other worker in America asks for, respect and dignity.

Terrell will return to camp and continue to display the work ethic, and on-the-field dedication that has made him one of the world’s most elite athletes. For you the fan, and your continued support in the most difficult of times, Terrell plans to reward you with a season for the ages. Where small men succumb, great men overcome!

Last but not least Terrell would like to extend his appreciation for the continued support from all the members on Terrrellowens.com Message Board.

Terrellowens.com

[Kidlicious]

TO is mentally ill.

[Brundlefly]

Originally posted by Imran Siddiqui

Can't believe how many people I've sent this to who have responded, "Yeah, so, it's a letter to T.O. What's the point?"

[Imran Siddiqui]

Didn't they wonder what all the yellow highlighting was?!

[Zopperoni]

49ers lineman collapses, dies after game

DENVER (AP) - San Francisco offensive lineman Thomas Herrion collapsed in the locker room and died Sunday morning, shortly after the 49ers played the Denver Broncos in a preseason game.

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Tragic event, he was only my age (23)