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Wednesday Media Transcript: WR Odell Beckham Jr.

Eric from BBI : Admin : 9/27/2017 4:11 pm
WR Odell Beckham Jr.

September 27, 2017

Q: What was your reaction to Giants’ President and CEO John Mara’s comments?

A: We talked.

Q: Did you apologize to Giants’ President and CEO John Mara?

A: No. I said we talked. Mr. Mara and I talked.

Q: Going forward, what does that mean to us that you and Giants’ President and CEO John Mara talked?

A: He and I talked. We had a discussion – private discussion in his office. We talked about it – him and I.

Q: Do you feel like you embarrassed the organization?

A: More myself, I guess. Only thing is just causing the penalty for the team. That’s really it. I don’t even know if they knew to call the flag or not because the look of confusion on their face was, ‘Do we throw the flag or not?’ And then, it was kind of just like, they threw the flag. So, only regret is causing us 15 yards, having to cover a long kickoff. Thankfully, we didn’t have any setback from there. Covered the kickoff well.

Q: Will you choose a different form of celebration going forward?

A: (Nods head yes).

Q: Do you think you were out of line with your celebration?

A: I don’t know. I don’t think any of us know the rules on what you can do celebrating. They put in a new celebration thing to kind of make it seem as if players can celebrate and then you celebrate and you only have 40 seconds. So, if you celebrate for 20, you have 20 seconds to run on and kick (the extra point), so I don’t really know. I don’t really know how it works, but I do know going forward I have a lot better celebration.

Q: Was the celebration improvised?

A: I’m talking about Tampa now.

Q: Was your celebration a response to President Donald Trump’s comments?

A: I was just telling him, I’m talking about Tampa.

Q: How do you balance your passion for the game with showing respect?

A: I felt pretty good all year, pretty much all offseason. Until you’re 0-2, we’re down 14-0 in the fourth quarter and it’s just, it’s time. It’s time to win games. It’s time to make plays and I just like being a spark and some energy for this team and I know that that touchdown and the one after it put us in good position. But it’s just the little thing of getting that penalty. Just can’t do it. Just doesn’t need to be done and that’s really the bottom line.

Q: What challenges do the Buccaneers defense present?

A: They have a good defense in my opinion. (Vernon) Hargreaves is a corner who I’ve been going against since college. Brent Grimes, I like. I think T.J. Ward just got over there and he’s a hell raiser in my opinion – a guy you have to watch for and, I mean, up front, I’ve been to the Pro Bowl with (Gerald) McCoy. I’ve watched him. I’ve watched his film. He’s trouble. They have some real good linebackers over there. I’m not going to give Kwon (Alexander) because I went to school with him. He’s a phenomenal player. Him, Kendell Beckwith over there. These are guys who I’ve played with and know what they’re capable of. They have a very talented group. It’s just time for us to get a win and really the biggest focus is on ourselves right now.

Q: How do you get points on the board earlier?

A: We were in the red zone five times, I think, and came away with two touchdowns and it was in the end. It’s just about scoring touchdowns. That’s the bottom line. The game comes down to scoring touchdowns. Field goals aren’t going to get it done. You can get down there five times, kick five field goals. That’s 15 points. They score twice, they’re down by one. It’s about touchdowns and that’s what we have to do.

Q: Does scoring a lot of points in the fourth quarter give you confidence going forward?

A: I don’t know if it was the fourth quarter. I feel like we moved the ball all game up and down the field, just couldn’t put it in the end zone. Like I said, it’s just the bottom line is getting touchdowns.

Q: Are you a desperate football team?

A: I don’t know what desperate means. I’ve never been desperate in my life. And I know that we’re not desperate, but we do need a win. Period. Now. And that’s the plan.

Q: Do you still believe in this club?

A: I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t believe in us. It’s just a matter of putting everything together, finishing drives. All the little things. Details, details, details, winning.

Q: Is receiving yards an area you feel that you can capitalize on against the Buccaneers?

A: I mean, our defense gave up a lot of running yards and it usually doesn’t happen. So, I don’t know if it’s a one-time thing, if they’re susceptible to giving up passing yards or what, but I know they’re a good defense and I know that they just lost last week. Correct. So, they’re going to come out with some intensity, fired up. They’re at home. They’re going to come out to get a win. So, we just have to play our best football.

Q: What did you intend with the celebration?

A: I’m really focused on Tampa.

Q: Do you want to clarify your celebration any more?

A: No. We can just move to Tampa because that’s the only thing that’s important right now.

Q: You’re not on the injury report this week. Does that mean you’re fine?

A: I’ve been playing the past two weeks, so I’m alright.

Q: Did you feel your performance last week is an indication that you’re fine?

A: Just getting better. Have rehab today. Doctor comes in tomorrow, Friday. It’s just the same thing over and over again. So, until that tape comes off my ankle, it’s the only way I’ll be able to tell you I’m fine, I’m 100%.

Q: Did you talk about your contract with Giants’ President and CEO John Mara during your meeting?

A: I don’t know if that has to do with Tampa, really.
Is there something mentally wrong here?  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 4:17 pm : link
Is it the way he was raised? Is it the millenial mindset? Is it really the organization that created this monster? I picture his conversation with Mara being extremely one sided, with Beckham scrolling through his IG the whole time, figuring out he can grab himself some more likes on his next post with a sick catch and a cheesy rap lyric. He just doesn't get it.
I know this might seem a bit out there but,  
Brown Recluse : 9/27/2017 4:18 pm : link
if you don't know the celebration rules...err on the side of caution and do nothing.

Celebrations are really awesome though. They're like, my favorite part of football.
This team is 0-3 and our best player  
Chris684 : 9/27/2017 4:19 pm : link
is concerned about celebration rules.

Focus on eliminating some of those nagging drops maybe.

Odell, just give it a break for awhile. Score a bunch of TDs and lay low.
RE: This team is 0-3 and our best player  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 4:21 pm : link
In comment 13621050 Chris684 said:
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is concerned about celebration rules.

Focus on eliminating some of those nagging drops maybe.

Odell, just give it a break for awhile. Score a bunch of TDs and lay low.


It seems so simple, doesn't it. Dominate the NFL, act like a pro. I just don't get what mental block this guy can't get past....
Unless you are just biased  
hitdog42 : 9/27/2017 4:33 pm : link
There is Zero in the interview that should make someone frustrated.
He said he talked to the owner and it's between them. He said he is focused on Tampa and winning. He said he will adapt his celebration.

Omg what a jerkoff....
he's responding to questions you know  
mattlawson : 9/27/2017 4:34 pm : link
right?
Who was the genius who tried to get him to....  
Crispino : 9/27/2017 4:38 pm : link
say that his jackassery was some kind of anti Trump protest?

God, Odell truly doesn't get it. He's going to do whatever dumb shit he wants and the rest of the world had better like it. It seems he has a truly juvenile worldview.
You know...  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 4:38 pm : link
We've more or less heard these same responses a thousand times, and nothing ever changes? You're kidding yourself if you think this guy puts the NYFBG above all else, including his celebrity and brand. Some accountability and LEGITIMATE remorse would be nice every now and then.....
RE: Unless you are just biased  
Bill L : 9/27/2017 4:39 pm : link
In comment 13621068 hitdog42 said:
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There is Zero in the interview that should make someone frustrated.
He said he talked to the owner and it's between them. He said he is focused on Tampa and winning. He said he will adapt his celebration.

Omg what a jerkoff....
Thank you. +1
He will work on his celebrations?  
Chris684 : 9/27/2017 4:41 pm : link
Ok great! Perfect!

That should be very high on the list of things concerning this team right now.

Like I said, how about eliminating drops? Perfecting his game?

I forgot Beckham is now Jerry Rice, Jim Brown and LT all rolled into one. Truly the perfect player. Hopefully the Buc have the red carpet laid out for his arrival on Sunday.
RE: He will work on his celebrations?  
hitdog42 : 9/27/2017 4:43 pm : link
In comment 13621084 Chris684 said:
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Ok great! Perfect!

That should be very high on the list of things concerning this team right now.

Like I said, how about eliminating drops? Perfecting his game?

I forgot Beckham is now Jerry Rice, Jim Brown and LT all rolled into one. Truly the perfect player. Hopefully the Buc have the red carpet laid out for his arrival on Sunday.


Based on anecdotes- he works at his craft as hard or harder than anyone- but why care about that when you can embrace needless hysteria
If he worked harder than anyone,  
Go Terps : 9/27/2017 4:45 pm : link
he would actually try to run block.
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Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 4:47 pm : link
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Ok great! Perfect!

That should be very high on the list of things concerning this team right now.

Like I said, how about eliminating drops? Perfecting his game?

I forgot Beckham is now Jerry Rice, Jim Brown and LT all rolled into one. Truly the perfect player. Hopefully the Buc have the red carpet laid out for his arrival on Sunday.



Based on anecdotes- he works at his craft as hard or harder than anyone- but why care about that when you can embrace needless hysteria


It's not needless hysteria. It's a pattern of repeated behavior that consistently shows he does not care if his self promotion hurts the football team or not. Christ, he more or less said so in the post game interview.
RE: He will work on his celebrations?  
UConn4523 : 9/27/2017 4:56 pm : link
In comment 13621084 Chris684 said:
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Ok great! Perfect!

That should be very high on the list of things concerning this team right now.

Like I said, how about eliminating drops? Perfecting his game?

I forgot Beckham is now Jerry Rice, Jim Brown and LT all rolled into one. Truly the perfect player. Hopefully the Buc have the red carpet laid out for his arrival on Sunday.


Stop listening/reading interviews if you are going to just cherry pick the answers to questions. He's rehabbing his knee, working on catching drills, working on route running, etc what does this interview have to do with any of that? And I guarantee if he said what you wanted him to say you still wouldn't be satisfied.

I have no idea why people put so much stock in player interviews.
RE: You know...  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 4:57 pm : link
In comment 13621078 Sal in Jersey said:
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We've more or less heard these same responses a thousand times, and nothing ever changes? You're kidding yourself if you think this guy puts the NYFBG above all else, including his celebrity and brand. Some accountability and LEGITIMATE remorse would be nice every now and then.....


if this were true he would of held out like donald did, after he got hurt he would of not played until he is 100%...

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gidiefor : Mod : 9/27/2017 4:57 pm : link
In comment 13621095 Sal in Jersey said:
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It's not needless hysteria. It's a pattern of repeated behavior that consistently shows he does not care if his self promotion hurts the football team or not. Christ, he more or less said so in the post game interview.


Sal I think you must be confused -- it's what you said above that is needless hysteria
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UConn4523 : 9/27/2017 4:58 pm : link
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Ok great! Perfect!

That should be very high on the list of things concerning this team right now.

Like I said, how about eliminating drops? Perfecting his game?

I forgot Beckham is now Jerry Rice, Jim Brown and LT all rolled into one. Truly the perfect player. Hopefully the Buc have the red carpet laid out for his arrival on Sunday.



Based on anecdotes- he works at his craft as hard or harder than anyone- but why care about that when you can embrace needless hysteria



It's not needless hysteria. It's a pattern of repeated behavior that consistently shows he does not care if his self promotion hurts the football team or not. Christ, he more or less said so in the post game interview.


Pugh was on Francesca yesterday and was asked about the post game comments. He basically said if they interviewed him right after that loss he would have said a lot of stuff that he would wish he can take back.

This isnt exclusive to Beckham, players say dumb shit all the time.
by all accounts beckham is one of the hardest workers on the team  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:00 pm : link
he was going through basically 24 hour rehab to play, does that sound like a player who doesnt care about the giants?
You know what I think it's really going to take?  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 5:06 pm : link
His 15 yarder for taking his helmet off after his amazing touchdown to take the lead against Baltimore last year did not hurt us in the end, but it ABSOLUTELY could've cost us the game. The penalty against the Jets where he kicked the football did not hurt us....he made up for it on the very next play. The penalty in Philly on Sunday was a footnote, as Collins may it a moot point with the ensuing forced fumble, but again, we can't guarantee that his buffoonery won't hurt us at some point down the road. When that day finally comes, when the day he does something dumb or stupid enough that costs the team a victory, will it still be looked upon as "needless hysteria"???
For the record...  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 5:09 pm : link
I am not denying how hard he works, or how much time he dedicates to his craft. After all, sheer God given ability isn't enough to make him the "highest paid player in football" as he so bluntly stated. And he knows that. All I ask is what is so difficult about going out there and playing football, conducting yourself as a pro, and not do anything on or off the field that would put the team in a bad way.
RE: For the record...  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:11 pm : link
In comment 13621139 Sal in Jersey said:
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I am not denying how hard he works, or how much time he dedicates to his craft. After all, sheer God given ability isn't enough to make him the "highest paid player in football" as he so bluntly stated. And he knows that. All I ask is what is so difficult about going out there and playing football, conducting yourself as a pro, and not do anything on or off the field that would put the team in a bad way.


simple question, are you an LT fan?
This whole thing is somehow dumber than boat gate.  
Devon : 9/27/2017 5:12 pm : link
Impressive, I suppose.
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Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 5:14 pm : link
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I am not denying how hard he works, or how much time he dedicates to his craft. After all, sheer God given ability isn't enough to make him the "highest paid player in football" as he so bluntly stated. And he knows that. All I ask is what is so difficult about going out there and playing football, conducting yourself as a pro, and not do anything on or off the field that would put the team in a bad way.



simple question, are you an LT fan?


Of course I am. I am a life long Giants fan. And if you were too, you would know that Taylor never, ever did ANYTHING on the field that would put his team in a bad position. Short of freelancing and going against Parcells scheme and destroying the opposing QB anyway, that was it. I would never compare Beckham to Taylor as people off the field.
RE: For the record...  
UConn4523 : 9/27/2017 5:14 pm : link
In comment 13621139 Sal in Jersey said:
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I am not denying how hard he works, or how much time he dedicates to his craft. After all, sheer God given ability isn't enough to make him the "highest paid player in football" as he so bluntly stated. And he knows that. All I ask is what is so difficult about going out there and playing football, conducting yourself as a pro, and not do anything on or off the field that would put the team in a bad way.


I never put myself in an athletes shoes, it's pointless. Beckham isn't the first and certainly won't be the last player to be immature. Most learn as they go, see Moss if you don't believe (and his problems were way worse).

Today's game isn't just about football. The sooner fans realize that and learn to accept it, the more you will enjoy what you are watching. And that doesn't mean he doesn't care, it means he cares about other things too.

He needs to clean it up, what more is there to say?
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nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:15 pm : link
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I am not denying how hard he works, or how much time he dedicates to his craft. After all, sheer God given ability isn't enough to make him the "highest paid player in football" as he so bluntly stated. And he knows that. All I ask is what is so difficult about going out there and playing football, conducting yourself as a pro, and not do anything on or off the field that would put the team in a bad way.



simple question, are you an LT fan?



Of course I am. I am a life long Giants fan. And if you were too, you would know that Taylor never, ever did ANYTHING on the field that would put his team in a bad position. Short of freelancing and going against Parcells scheme and destroying the opposing QB anyway, that was it. I would never compare Beckham to Taylor as people off the field.


so doing coke during the week never hurt lt?

how about his drug suspension? didnt hurt the giants?
the sad part is  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:18 pm : link
LT admitted he didnt work hard on his game and he was still one of the greatest players ever...

beckham by all accounts works his ass off but because he dances giants fans cant stand him...

maybe he should start doing drugs and raping women and as long as he stops dancing everyone will love him
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Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 5:18 pm : link
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I am not denying how hard he works, or how much time he dedicates to his craft. After all, sheer God given ability isn't enough to make him the "highest paid player in football" as he so bluntly stated. And he knows that. All I ask is what is so difficult about going out there and playing football, conducting yourself as a pro, and not do anything on or off the field that would put the team in a bad way.



simple question, are you an LT fan?



Of course I am. I am a life long Giants fan. And if you were too, you would know that Taylor never, ever did ANYTHING on the field that would put his team in a bad position. Short of freelancing and going against Parcells scheme and destroying the opposing QB anyway, that was it. I would never compare Beckham to Taylor as people off the field.



so doing coke during the week never hurt lt?

how about his drug suspension? didnt hurt the giants?


So obviously the "on the field" and "off the field" part has blurred lines apparently. Taylor bought game changing play week in and week out, in spite of his off field problems. No one in their right mind would ever deny that.
RE: You know what I think it's really going to take?  
eclipz928 : 9/27/2017 5:21 pm : link
In comment 13621134 Sal in Jersey said:
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His 15 yarder for taking his helmet off after his amazing touchdown to take the lead against Baltimore last year did not hurt us in the end, but it ABSOLUTELY could've cost us the game. The penalty against the Jets where he kicked the football did not hurt us....he made up for it on the very next play. The penalty in Philly on Sunday was a footnote, as Collins may it a moot point with the ensuing forced fumble, but again, we can't guarantee that his buffoonery won't hurt us at some point down the road. When that day finally comes, when the day he does something dumb or stupid enough that costs the team a victory, will it still be looked upon as "needless hysteria"???



Yes.
and beckham doesnt bring game changing pkays?  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:21 pm : link
so you are willing to overlook drugs and raping women but dancing after scoring a td is over the line?
RE: and beckham doesnt bring game changing pkays?  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 5:24 pm : link
In comment 13621156 nygiants16 said:
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so you are willing to overlook drugs and raping women but dancing after scoring a td is over the line?


Who said I overlooked it? It's a stupid comparison. Of course, LT was a bad guy off the field, you are comparing apples to watermelons. That makes absolutely no sense to even drag Taylor into this argument.
RE: RE: You know what I think it's really going to take?  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 5:25 pm : link
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His 15 yarder for taking his helmet off after his amazing touchdown to take the lead against Baltimore last year did not hurt us in the end, but it ABSOLUTELY could've cost us the game. The penalty against the Jets where he kicked the football did not hurt us....he made up for it on the very next play. The penalty in Philly on Sunday was a footnote, as Collins may it a moot point with the ensuing forced fumble, but again, we can't guarantee that his buffoonery won't hurt us at some point down the road. When that day finally comes, when the day he does something dumb or stupid enough that costs the team a victory, will it still be looked upon as "needless hysteria"???




Yes.


To each his own then. I'll be interested to see the reaction when that day truly comes.
RE: RE: and beckham doesnt bring game changing pkays?  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:28 pm : link
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so you are willing to overlook drugs and raping women but dancing after scoring a td is over the line?



Who said I overlooked it? It's a stupid comparison. Of course, LT was a bad guy off the field, you are comparing apples to watermelons. That makes absolutely no sense to even drag Taylor into this argument.


no it shows you are hypocrite, you absolutely hate beckham and want to get rid of him because you do t like his dancing...

but LT you love even though he is one of the biggest pieces of shit on the planet....

would you ever get rid of LT? of course not, so why would you want to get rid of Beckham?
LT  
UConn4523 : 9/27/2017 5:29 pm : link
would be a shitshow in today's NFL. I have no idea why he's brought up in Beckham threads.
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Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 5:31 pm : link
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so you are willing to overlook drugs and raping women but dancing after scoring a td is over the line?



Who said I overlooked it? It's a stupid comparison. Of course, LT was a bad guy off the field, you are comparing apples to watermelons. That makes absolutely no sense to even drag Taylor into this argument.



no it shows you are hypocrite, you absolutely hate beckham and want to get rid of him because you do t like his dancing...

but LT you love even though he is one of the biggest pieces of shit on the planet....

would you ever get rid of LT? of course not, so why would you want to get rid of Beckham?


When did I say “get rid of him”.....please....if you can find that anywhere, please, do share. All I ask is A. Don’t act like a clown B. Don’t do anything that would jeopardize the team winning a game C. Have someone in the organization actually hold him accountable....
RE: LT  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:31 pm : link
In comment 13621161 UConn4523 said:
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would be a shitshow in today's NFL. I have no idea why he's brought up in Beckham threads.


i brough him up to show how much of hypocrite sal is
RE: Who was the genius who tried to get him to....  
Deej : 9/27/2017 5:33 pm : link
In comment 13621077 Crispino said:
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say that his jackassery was some kind of anti Trump protest?

God, Odell truly doesn't get it. He's going to do whatever dumb shit he wants and the rest of the world had better like it. It seems he has a truly juvenile worldview.


Yeah, that's what stuck out to me. "Did you pretend to pee in the Eagles endzone because of Trump? Or because Tibet isnt free? Both?"
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nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 5:36 pm : link
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so you are willing to overlook drugs and raping women but dancing after scoring a td is over the line?



Who said I overlooked it? It's a stupid comparison. Of course, LT was a bad guy off the field, you are comparing apples to watermelons. That makes absolutely no sense to even drag Taylor into this argument.



no it shows you are hypocrite, you absolutely hate beckham and want to get rid of him because you do t like his dancing...

but LT you love even though he is one of the biggest pieces of shit on the planet....

would you ever get rid of LT? of course not, so why would you want to get rid of Beckham?



When did I say “get rid of him”.....please....if you can find that anywhere, please, do share. All I ask is A. Don’t act like a clown B. Don’t do anything that would jeopardize the team winning a game C. Have someone in the organization actually hold him accountable....


maybe i am confusing you with someone else, i thought you said in the other thread you wanted him gone
RE: RE: RE: You know what I think it's really going to take?  
eclipz928 : 9/27/2017 5:46 pm : link
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His 15 yarder for taking his helmet off after his amazing touchdown to take the lead against Baltimore last year did not hurt us in the end, but it ABSOLUTELY could've cost us the game. The penalty against the Jets where he kicked the football did not hurt us....he made up for it on the very next play. The penalty in Philly on Sunday was a footnote, as Collins may it a moot point with the ensuing forced fumble, but again, we can't guarantee that his buffoonery won't hurt us at some point down the road. When that day finally comes, when the day he does something dumb or stupid enough that costs the team a victory, will it still be looked upon as "needless hysteria"???




Yes.



To each his own then. I'll be interested to see the reaction when that day truly comes.

The "reaction", at least from the standpoint of the Giants organization, is pretty much determined already. The fact that Mara felt the need to get involved personally is an indication that there is now zero tolerance of any nonsense from him.

If Beckham gets flagged for doing something inappropriate after a TD he will be benched, if not worse. I guarantee that.

And perhaps you may not agree with this, but I think Beckham is smart enough, and responsible enough, to know not to make the same mistake again. There's nothing that I've seen from him so far that leads me to doubt that he is someone that is committed to the team and will do what is expected of him.
Wow...  
Dan in the Springs : 9/27/2017 6:02 pm : link
Can't believe the OBJ hate among Giants fans. This guy literally is the savior of this team's hopes and chances. Single-handedly he alters every team's game plans against us and gives us a chance to win.

He works as hard as anyone. He cares as much as anyone. He tries his best and comes up short less than most WR in the entire league.

He literally should be every Giants fan's favorite current player for how he impacts the game. Top 3 favorite player at worst.

The NFL has a stupid rule about celebrations. It's stupid because it's unclear. OBJ points out that the refs looked at each other with uncertainty about throwing the flag for a moment when he was celebrating. I know watching live at home I instantly was worried he would be penalized, but it took some time for the officials to determine it was a penalty. We had a full conversation about why I was worried before the flag was announced.

It's not clear cut. He didn't do something that was obviously against the rules. He did something that arguably was against the rules, and yes, it cost us 15 yards.

For that, we want to crucify him? Suddenly, out of all the freaking disasters who are currently putting on the Giants uniform, OBJ is the bad guy? I've seen people who want Jones to stay in the lineup at OG. What about his ten yard penalty at the goal line? Did that cost the team? What about Eli's delay of game? It cost the team - should he be replaced?

What's wrong with this scenario?
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Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 6:07 pm : link
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His 15 yarder for taking his helmet off after his amazing touchdown to take the lead against Baltimore last year did not hurt us in the end, but it ABSOLUTELY could've cost us the game. The penalty against the Jets where he kicked the football did not hurt us....he made up for it on the very next play. The penalty in Philly on Sunday was a footnote, as Collins may it a moot point with the ensuing forced fumble, but again, we can't guarantee that his buffoonery won't hurt us at some point down the road. When that day finally comes, when the day he does something dumb or stupid enough that costs the team a victory, will it still be looked upon as "needless hysteria"???




Yes.



To each his own then. I'll be interested to see the reaction when that day truly comes.


The "reaction", at least from the standpoint of the Giants organization, is pretty much determined already. The fact that Mara felt the need to get involved personally is an indication that there is now zero tolerance of any nonsense from him.

If Beckham gets flagged for doing something inappropriate after a TD he will be benched, if not worse. I guarantee that.

And perhaps you may not agree with this, but I think Beckham is smart enough, and responsible enough, to know not to make the same mistake again. There's nothing that I've seen from him so far that leads me to doubt that he is someone that is committed to the team and will do what is expected of him.


I was referring more towards the reaction of the fans, and specifically the ones that think his antics are no big deal. I will remain skeptical of the Giants organization disciplining him until I legitmately see consistent, repeated professionalism on his behalf. I will ALWAYS remain skeptical about a guy who is “smart enough” to apparently come up with preconceived, choreographed touchdown celebrations, then decide the act of pissing like a dog should be the first one in line over a sociopolitical message....
RE: Unless you are just biased  
Larry in Pencilvania : 9/27/2017 6:13 pm : link
In comment 13621068 hitdog42 said:
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There is Zero in the interview that should make someone frustrated.
He said he talked to the owner and it's between them. He said he is focused on Tampa and winning. He said he will adapt his celebration.

Omg what a jerkoff....


This. ..he wants to move on and discuss the next opponent what's the problem
RE: RE: RE: RE: RE: You know what I think it's really going to take?  
Dan in the Springs : 9/27/2017 6:16 pm : link
In comment 13621206 Sal in Jersey said:
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I will remain skeptical of the Giants organization disciplining him until I legitmately see consistent, repeated professionalism on his behalf.


Sal, you do realize that professionalism is subjective, right? You may define it one way, but what matters most is how the NFL defines it. If the NFL wanted to ban celebrations so that the players acted "professional" and required the players to hand the ball to the official, they could easily make that rule and I'm pretty sure OBJ could follow that rule.

The NFL is okay with certain celebrations. They hype and market star players by showing those celebrations over and over. It's not unprofessional for players to celebrate in the end zone because their employer, the NFL, is encouraging and profiting off it.

The problem is they've not defined clearly enough what is and isn't okay.

Either way, to complain about this interview is over the top. The guy is literally trying to move on to the next game and we've got upset fans that he doesn't "get it"? The most professional thing he could do in this moment is try to focus on the next opponent, which he is clearly trying to do. He answered a few questions regarding the celebration, then clearly stated that he was going to talk about the future.

The guy is acting like a professional football player throughout the entire press conference, demonstrating the right focus and mentality.
Now we are drawing parallels  
Chris684 : 9/27/2017 6:20 pm : link
between Beckham acting like a jerkoff and Eli throwing a pick or taking a delay of game penalty?

There is a difference between a mistake and willingly and knowingly putting your actions above the team.

McAdoo's presser today talks about the difference between "combative penalties" that take place between the whistle while you are trying to make a play and pre and post snap foolishness that gets the whole team penalized.

So far in this argument the hyper sensitive Beckham crowd has demanded that the rest of us not read interview transcripts and told us how Beckham should be our favorite player. Anything else?

RE: RE: RE: RE: RE: RE: You know what I think it's really going to take?  
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 6:25 pm : link
In comment 13621216 Dan in the Springs said:
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In comment 13621206 Sal in Jersey said:


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I will remain skeptical of the Giants organization disciplining him until I legitmately see consistent, repeated professionalism on his behalf.



Sal, you do realize that professionalism is subjective, right? You may define it one way, but what matters most is how the NFL defines it. If the NFL wanted to ban celebrations so that the players acted "professional" and required the players to hand the ball to the official, they could easily make that rule and I'm pretty sure OBJ could follow that rule.

The NFL is okay with certain celebrations. They hype and market star players by showing those celebrations over and over. It's not unprofessional for players to celebrate in the end zone because their employer, the NFL, is encouraging and profiting off it.

The problem is they've not defined clearly enough what is and isn't okay.

Either way, to complain about this interview is over the top. The guy is literally trying to move on to the next game and we've got upset fans that he doesn't "get it"? The most professional thing he could do in this moment is try to focus on the next opponent, which he is clearly trying to do. He answered a few questions regarding the celebration, then clearly stated that he was going to talk about the future.

The guy is acting like a professional football player throughout the entire press conference, demonstrating the right focus and mentality.


You know what a great, tried and true way to talk about the upcoming opponent is on a Wednesday? Don’t do anything dumb to draw attention to yourself the Sunday before. The fact that people are actually defending the blurred lines in the celebration rules is pretty mind boggling....
Some of you need to realize it's not 1966 or 1986  
Larry in Pencilvania : 9/27/2017 6:26 pm : link
Players are under scrutiny for every action 24/7 365. They make millions and have endorsements. These aren't guys who have to paint houses to make ends meet or can can raise hell with no one knowing. LT was a piece of crap and there were many just like him in his era, but there was no social media to give you instant information.

Beckham is the least of the Giants worries
LT has nothing to do with this argument  
Chris684 : 9/27/2017 6:34 pm : link
NOTHING.

Of course it's not 1986, who thinks it is?

There are 53 men on this roster and dozens more over the last 3 seasons, yet only one name constantly makes headlines for acting like an idiot. Hard to believe but apparently the modern day athlete CAN control his actions, some choose not to.

The funny thing about this argument is just 2 days ago Beckham told anyone who will listen that he does what he wants consequences be damned. If you can get behind that as a fan of the team, go ahead I guess.
RE: LT has nothing to do with this argument  
Dan in the Springs : 9/27/2017 6:42 pm : link
In comment 13621234 Chris684 said:
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NOTHING.

Of course it's not 1986, who thinks it is?

There are 53 men on this roster and dozens more over the last 3 seasons, yet only one name constantly makes headlines for acting like an idiot. Hard to believe but apparently the modern day athlete CAN control his actions, some choose not to.

The funny thing about this argument is just 2 days ago Beckham told anyone who will listen that he does what he wants consequences be damned. If you can get behind that as a fan of the team, go ahead I guess.


I didn't say anything about Beckham following those comments.

I've come to his defense on this thread because this thread was about his press conference today. He handled it like a professional should.

You want to kill him for what he did on Sunday, go to the post-game thread and do it, or go to any of the TONS of threads about it since. Why criticize him on this thread for the approach he took in this interview? He's on the right page now - can we get behind him and support him or not?

Is his "sin" committed on Sunday so unforgivable that we can't root for him now? Does defending his approach TODAY make one hyper-sensitive?
RE: Now we are drawing parallels  
eclipz928 : 9/27/2017 6:52 pm : link
In comment 13621220 Chris684 said:
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between Beckham acting like a jerkoff and Eli throwing a pick or taking a delay of game penalty?

There is a difference between a mistake and willingly and knowingly putting your actions above the team.

McAdoo's presser today talks about the difference between "combative penalties" that take place between the whistle while you are trying to make a play and pre and post snap foolishness that gets the whole team penalized.

So far in this argument the hyper sensitive Beckham crowd has demanded that the rest of us not read interview transcripts and told us how Beckham should be our favorite player. Anything else?

"Hyper sensitive Beckham crowd" - are you referring to the people who are rationalizing that what he contributes to the Giants outweighs the annoyances caused by his TD celebrations,

. . . or are you referring to the people who thinks the best wide receiver in the NFL should be traded because he caused his team to kickoff from the 20?
Amazing  
CT Charlie : 9/27/2017 6:56 pm : link
that he's actually made me feel better about the whole proposing-to-the-kicking-net thing. At least that didn't cost us 15 yards.
RE: Now we are drawing parallels  
UConn4523 : 9/27/2017 6:59 pm : link
In comment 13621220 Chris684 said:
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between Beckham acting like a jerkoff and Eli throwing a pick or taking a delay of game penalty?

There is a difference between a mistake and willingly and knowingly putting your actions above the team.

McAdoo's presser today talks about the difference between "combative penalties" that take place between the whistle while you are trying to make a play and pre and post snap foolishness that gets the whole team penalized.

So far in this argument the hyper sensitive Beckham crowd has demanded that the rest of us not read interview transcripts and told us how Beckham should be our favorite player. Anything else?


You should probably stop reading interviews, I'd hate to see your reaction to something that's actually inflammatory.
Exactly  
Bluesbreaker : 9/27/2017 7:30 pm : link
Unless you are just biased
hitdog42 : 4:33 pm : link : reply
There is Zero in the interview that should make someone frustrated.
He said he talked to the owner and it's between them. He said he is focused on Tampa and winning. He said he will adapt his celebration.

Omg what a jerkoff....

What he talked about with Mara is his business period .
He knows he did wrong and I doubt he gets another penalty
from it .
I prefer the Homer Jones spike myself but my all time
favorite was
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuaD3jRbXFk
Link - ( New Window )
you mouth breathers  
Les in TO : 9/27/2017 8:17 pm : link
who criticize odell don't understand that without him and with an average receiver in his place, we are 3-13 the last few years. he's certainly a bit odd and immature at times, but he's a generational talent.

his prime years are being wasted by a risk taking, slow as molasses QB who needs picture perfect conditions to excel
Believe it or not, I can both recognize....  
Crispino : 9/27/2017 9:52 pm : link
how valuable and talented OBJ is, and simultaneously be annoyed by his juvenile behavior which at times is detrimental to the team.
I dont understand  
est1986 : 9/27/2017 10:54 pm : link
The hate for Odell.. Its reminds me of the hate for Lebron.. Yeah he is Hollywood as all hell but he is the most entertaining athlete of this era. And minus two meaningless 15 yard penalties and the josh norman game this kid has done nothing but great things his whole career.. Maybe they dont like his hair? Or his cool dance moves? Idk but the Odell hate is strange and not warranted IMO
RE: I dont understand  
nygiants16 : 9/27/2017 11:00 pm : link
In comment 13621463 est1986 said:
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The hate for Odell.. Its reminds me of the hate for Lebron.. Yeah he is Hollywood as all hell but he is the most entertaining athlete of this era. And minus two meaningless 15 yard penalties and the josh norman game this kid has done nothing but great things his whole career.. Maybe they dont like his hair? Or his cool dance moves? Idk but the Odell hate is strange and not warranted IMO


he creates clicks when he screws up so the media just harps on it over and over and over again...

how many stories were writte. about him visiting a sick kid because it was his dying wish? how many hours did sports media talk about it? 5 mins?

odell dances on the field, how long do they talk about it? 3 or 4 days?

evwrything he does bad will always be heightened because people love to hate him and he is a star in new york...
RE: I dont understand  
arcarsenal : 9/27/2017 11:06 pm : link
In comment 13621463 est1986 said:
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The hate for Odell.. Its reminds me of the hate for Lebron.. Yeah he is Hollywood as all hell but he is the most entertaining athlete of this era. And minus two meaningless 15 yard penalties and the josh norman game this kid has done nothing but great things his whole career.. Maybe they dont like his hair? Or his cool dance moves? Idk but the Odell hate is strange and not warranted IMO


A lot of it is just middle-aged men who live really boring lives and have nothing better to do. Odell is a 24 year old who is one of the best athletes on the entire planet and has the world in his hands right now - it's a lot of jealousy.

Of course it's fair to point out when his actions on the field hurt the team - they do and he needs to know better. But beyond that, a lot of the above and beyond vitriolic attitudes you see are likely rooted in jealousy towards a guy who has a lot of things these guys don't.
RE: Unless you are just biased  
jcn56 : 9/27/2017 11:15 pm : link
In comment 13621068 hitdog42 said:
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There is Zero in the interview that should make someone frustrated.
He said he talked to the owner and it's between them. He said he is focused on Tampa and winning. He said he will adapt his celebration.

Omg what a jerkoff....


Should have just closed the thread after this post, it says it all. You're entitled to your opinions on what happened on Sunday, but if you have to start twisting words around in this very benign press conference, then you guys are more pathetic than most gave you credit for.
...  
Ten Ton Hammer : 9/27/2017 11:52 pm : link

Handle Sal in Jersey
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oh
RE: RE: Unless you are just biased  
section125 : 9/28/2017 5:34 am : link
In comment 13621469 jcn56 said:
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In comment 13621068 hitdog42 said:


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There is Zero in the interview that should make someone frustrated.
He said he talked to the owner and it's between them. He said he is focused on Tampa and winning. He said he will adapt his celebration.

Omg what a jerkoff....



Should have just closed the thread after this post, it says it all. You're entitled to your opinions on what happened on Sunday, but if you have to start twisting words around in this very benign press conference, then you guys are more pathetic than most gave you credit for.


Thank you jcn56.

Like everything else today, people try to twist words to prove their agenda.
People who take issue with Beckham's  
Chris684 : 9/28/2017 6:51 am : link
behavior are all jealous middle aged men? Lol

Great argument!

And how do you know this arc? What research has lead you to this conclusion? Or are you just talking out of your ass?
RE: This team is 0-3 and our best player  
BigBlueShock : 9/28/2017 7:39 am : link
In comment 13621050 Chris684 said:
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is concerned about celebration rules.

Focus on eliminating some of those nagging drops maybe.

Odell, just give it a break for awhile. Score a bunch of TDs and lay low.

Just shut the fuck yo already. We get it. You don't like Beckham. It's also obvious that you're a miserable fuck. Damn
Almost wish he never made that infamous 1 handed catch  
micky : 9/28/2017 7:49 am : link
maybe or may not he would've been a different character since getting noterity or attention right away from that catch..who knows?
He handled himself well here.  
IIT : 9/28/2017 7:50 am : link
Nice job.
RE: ...  
Sal in Jersey : 9/28/2017 8:37 am : link
In comment 13621479 Ten Ton Hammer said:
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Handle Sal in Jersey
Status Standard User
User Level 5
E-Mail **private**
Registered September 2017


oh


What does me registering this month have to do with Beckham acting like a total idiot? Fascinating correlation...
Well, we don't know you but we know Beckham  
jcn56 : 9/28/2017 8:41 am : link
And so far, both of you have acted like idiots, just that one at least scores touchdowns.
RE: Well, we don't know you but we know Beckham  
Sal in Jersey : 9/28/2017 8:50 am : link
In comment 13621569 jcn56 said:
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And so far, both of you have acted like idiots, just that one at least scores touchdowns.


I’m acting like an idiot for being annoyed at a guy who acts like an idiot? Seems reasonable 🙄
You're an idiot for acting like a menstrual teenager  
jcn56 : 9/28/2017 9:02 am : link
A very bland press conference prompted this response from you:

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Is there something mentally wrong here?
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 4:17 pm : link : reply
Is it the way he was raised? Is it the millenial mindset? Is it really the organization that created this monster? I picture his conversation with Mara being extremely one sided, with Beckham scrolling through his IG the whole time, figuring out he can grab himself some more likes on his next post with a sick catch and a cheesy rap lyric. He just doesn't get it.


I'll say this - arc paints a lot of middle aged men with the same brush. I'm middle aged and I don't run around crying about 'typical millenial' behavior. That has nothing to do with being middle aged, it has something to do with being a self-righteous prick.
One side of this argument has nothing  
Chris684 : 9/28/2017 9:08 am : link
to offer except personal insults.

That's very telling. Like a bunch of little children.

"miserable fuck"

"self righteous prick"

"jealous middle-aged men"
RE: You're an idiot for acting like a menstrual teenager  
Sal in Jersey : 9/28/2017 9:09 am : link
In comment 13621592 jcn56 said:
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A very bland press conference prompted this response from you:



Quote:



Is there something mentally wrong here?
Sal in Jersey : 9/27/2017 4:17 pm : link : reply
Is it the way he was raised? Is it the millenial mindset? Is it really the organization that created this monster? I picture his conversation with Mara being extremely one sided, with Beckham scrolling through his IG the whole time, figuring out he can grab himself some more likes on his next post with a sick catch and a cheesy rap lyric. He just doesn't get it.



I'll say this - arc paints a lot of middle aged men with the same brush. I'm middle aged and I don't run around crying about 'typical millenial' behavior. That has nothing to do with being middle aged, it has something to do with being a self-righteous prick.


I’m 30. That’s why I feel like I can say that without feeling like a total hypocrite. The fact that anyone, of any age, thinks that there is nothing wrong with the way this guy acts boggles my mind.
RE: One side of this argument has nothing  
jcn56 : 9/28/2017 9:11 am : link
In comment 13621601 Chris684 said:
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to offer except personal insults.

That's very telling. Like a bunch of little children.

"miserable fuck"

"self righteous prick"

"jealous middle-aged men"


That's in response to pages of you guys shitting on a guy repeatedly and trying to turn him into Hitler Jr. for a stupid TD celebration. It's well deserved, IMO.
RE: One side of this argument has nothing  
Sal in Jersey : 9/28/2017 9:12 am : link
In comment 13621601 Chris684 said:
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to offer except personal insults.

That's very telling. Like a bunch of little children.

"miserable fuck"

"self righteous prick"

"jealous middle-aged men"


Apparently if you aren’t a 100 percent, Grade A, dyed in the wool homer when it comes to a guy who the owner of the team was, per his words, extremely upset with this week, then you are all of those things....
RE: RE: ...  
Ten Ton Hammer : 9/28/2017 9:14 am : link
In comment 13621567 Sal in Jersey said:
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In comment 13621479 Ten Ton Hammer said:


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Handle Sal in Jersey
Status Standard User
User Level 5
E-Mail **private**
Registered September 2017


oh



What does me registering this month have to do with Beckham acting like a total idiot? Fascinating correlation...


It has a lot to do with the likelihood that you're a regular user junk posting on an alt.
And apparently if you can't tell a football from a volleyball  
jcn56 : 9/28/2017 9:15 am : link
and the only thing that struck you about Sunday's game and Beckham was that he acted like a dog after a TD, then you're obligated to come here, sign up, and bloviate non-stop page after page in an attempt to make it look like you know something.

For the rest of us, they played quite a bit of football after that play.
And now you've gone off the rails jcn  
Chris684 : 9/28/2017 9:18 am : link
Don't mention that name when discussing football.

Totally unreasonable.

It's not shitting on anyone, it's willingness to call a spade a spade. Beckham is a big boy, I'm sure he can handle some warranted criticism without the same people showing up everywhere to defend his every misstep.
RE: And apparently if you can't tell a football from a volleyball  
Sal in Jersey : 9/28/2017 9:20 am : link
In comment 13621615 jcn56 said:
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and the only thing that struck you about Sunday's game and Beckham was that he acted like a dog after a TD, then you're obligated to come here, sign up, and bloviate non-stop page after page in an attempt to make it look like you know something.

For the rest of us, they played quite a bit of football after that play.


Alt user lolol.....gotta love it. I am done with this thread. There is no point arguing it anymore. If you are content to be comfortable supporting a guy who makes a mockery of himself and the team, just because he scores he scores a lot of touchdowns, then so be it. I’ll take the Nicks/Cruz approach myself in my receivers, even if it means sacrificing some talent. Hopefully the organization clamps down hard on this guy and it has a happy ending for all involved.
RE: And now you've gone off the rails jcn  
jcn56 : 9/28/2017 9:23 am : link
In comment 13621620 Chris684 said:
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Don't mention that name when discussing football.

Totally unreasonable.

It's not shitting on anyone, it's willingness to call a spade a spade. Beckham is a big boy, I'm sure he can handle some warranted criticism without the same people showing up everywhere to defend his every misstep.


I'd like you to go BACK to the OP on this thread - and point out where you feel Beckham warrants criticism.

Unless you feel it's incumbent upon everyone to repeat, over and over again, the same discussion regardless of the topic at hand.

One trick ponies - you've got nothing else to discuss, so you're stuck on the same note.

There's a ton of posters here who can admit he made a mistake and that he's a mercurial but supremely talented individual. And then there's idiots who claim they'd sacrifice "some" talent for a classier player.

Again - if you saw Sunday's game - and walked away thinking 'we'd have been better off without Beckham on the field and with someone more reserved' - then maybe football isn't your thing.
i am sorry i loved nicks and cruz  
nygiants16 : 9/28/2017 9:36 am : link
but that is not "some" talent gap, you are talking about potentially the beat wr in the league and a future hall of famer...

nicks was very good but he didnt touch beckham
I love the "middle age jealousy" argument.  
Crispino : 9/28/2017 9:42 am : link
There are dozens of professional athletes who've made more than OBJ and have accomplished more than he has, but you don't hear BBI complaining about them out of "jealousy". That's because they delivered athletically, while acting like adults. Think Jeter, Manning, Strahan....
RE: I love the  
nygiants16 : 9/28/2017 9:45 am : link
In comment 13621661 Crispino said:
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There are dozens of professional athletes who've made more than OBJ and have accomplished more than he has, but you don't hear BBI complaining about them out of "jealousy". That's because they delivered athletically, while acting like adults. Think Jeter, Manning, Strahan....


same strahan that wanted to be traded because he didnt like coughlin's rules?

same strahan who yelled at a woman reporter while eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?

Jeter is the only athlete on the planet who was able to be a womanizer and still be considered a class act, i tip my hat to him i dont know how he did it
The real solution for beckham is to simply win  
nygiants16 : 9/28/2017 9:48 am : link
if he wins a superbowl everyone will love him...

strahan is revered because he won that last superbowl...

if manning doesnt have 2 superbowls you think he is loved this much?

Again, this will sound like a defense of Beckham but it isn't  
jcn56 : 9/28/2017 9:51 am : link
That's what makes guys like Jeter and Manning so special. They're selfless. They're class acts.

I wish all pro athletes were a lot more like them - but if you think they're anywhere near the norm and not the rare exception, you've got another thing coming.

Point is - Beckham is not a bad guy. He's done some stupid, selfish things, and he needs to cut them out. But he's being painted as some sort of villain, and when you consider for a second that without him we're royally fucked, listening to posters repeat ad nauseum how he's hurting the team makes you want to gouge your ears out.
So now we're slut shaming a single....  
Crispino : 9/28/2017 9:52 am : link
Derek Jeter to defend OBJ? Fucking hilarious.
Jeter had the good sense to not get married  
jcn56 : 9/28/2017 9:54 am : link
Another one of those things you just figure is so frikkin simple - if you can't lay off the ladies, don't bother getting married when you're a young professional athlete.

And yet time and time again, the same damn thing.

You have to tip your cap to Jeter for making the most obvious common sense move in the world.
RE: So now we're slut shaming a single....  
nygiants16 : 9/28/2017 9:56 am : link
In comment 13621672 Crispino said:
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Derek Jeter to defend OBJ? Fucking hilarious.


who was slut shaming him? all i said was he was able to be a womanizer and still be a class act in new york, i give him props...

no one else in this world would have been able to do what jeter did and still be considered a class act, he is once in a lifetime...

what am i saying that is not true?

What if OBJ didn't bother with all the antics?  
trueblueinpw : 9/28/2017 10:14 am : link
Reading the transcript it seems like OBJ just doesn't get it. He didn't know that pissing like a dog would be a penalty? Give me a break.

I think its silly to argue whether or not OBJ's penalties are hurting the Giants; of course they are, they're penalties. And now, at this point the refs go into a Giants game looking for OBJ to do something that can be penalized. That's bad enough, that refs are looking for reasons to throw a flag on OBJ, but you also have to consider the fact that he's hurting the Giants with all the calls that won't ever go his way.

Its too late now - after the dog pissing thing OBJ is branded an assclown for the rest of his career. Imagine though if he had come into the league with all his talent and his extraordinary play making without all the antics? He'd be loved by the media, the refs would give him 50/50 calls and all that success would pervade the entire team.

The real disappointment of OBJ is what he could have been without all the assclownery. Sure, he's a freaking electric player and he's the best WR we've seen as an NYG. But, oh boy, as great as he has been, just imagine what he could have been!
16, come on now, that's ridiculous.  
Keith : 9/28/2017 10:16 am : link
There were plenty of Yankee fans that didn't like Jeter. Jeter isn't Odell and isn't as polarizing, but there will be haters even for people like Jeter and Eli. Kinda sad, but it's reality.
RE: Wow...  
Gmen8691 : 9/28/2017 10:23 am : link
In comment 13621198 Dan in the Springs said:
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Can't believe the OBJ hate among Giants fans. This guy literally is the savior of this team's hopes and chances. Single-handedly he alters every team's game plans against us and gives us a chance to win.

He works as hard as anyone. He cares as much as anyone. He tries his best and comes up short less than most WR in the entire league.

He literally should be every Giants fan's favorite current player for how he impacts the game. Top 3 favorite player at worst.

The NFL has a stupid rule about celebrations. It's stupid because it's unclear. OBJ points out that the refs looked at each other with uncertainty about throwing the flag for a moment when he was celebrating. I know watching live at home I instantly was worried he would be penalized, but it took some time for the officials to determine it was a penalty. We had a full conversation about why I was worried before the flag was announced.

It's not clear cut. He didn't do something that was obviously against the rules. He did something that arguably was against the rules, and yes, it cost us 15 yards.

For that, we want to crucify him? Suddenly, out of all the freaking disasters who are currently putting on the Giants uniform, OBJ is the bad guy? I've seen people who want Jones to stay in the lineup at OG. What about his ten yard penalty at the goal line? Did that cost the team? What about Eli's delay of game? It cost the team - should he be replaced?

What's wrong with this scenario?
This kid is a once in a generation talent. Best in the game in my opinion hands down. But he's also an asshole and almost impossible to defend. And you don't get to be called a savior at 0-3!
RE: 16, come on now, that's ridiculous.  
nygiants16 : 9/28/2017 10:36 am : link
In comment 13621713 Keith said:
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There were plenty of Yankee fans that didn't like Jeter. Jeter isn't Odell and isn't as polarizing, but there will be haters even for people like Jeter and Eli. Kinda sad, but it's reality.


oh absolutely there are haters but jeter is loved by 90% of yankee fans...
RE: People who take issue with Beckham's  
arcarsenal : 9/28/2017 11:02 am : link
In comment 13621520 Chris684 said:
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behavior are all jealous middle aged men? Lol

Great argument!

And how do you know this arc? What research has lead you to this conclusion? Or are you just talking out of your ass?


So easy to trigger you. You shouldn't call other people hyper-sensitive...
Not sure how I've been "triggered"  
Chris684 : 9/28/2017 11:11 am : link
I'm arguing a point about Beckham as it relates to the football team I root for and I have people calling me a miserable f*ck and a jealous middle aged old man. I could care less, I'm just pointing out that it shows your lack of a reasonable counter argument.

I'm 33 for the record. And if I'm so jealous or out of touch with the modern day athlete, why was I one of the few people on this site who was standing up for JPP after many wanted him hung for accidentally and terribly injuring himself while doing nothing wrong?

You want to make the Beckham argument about me or people "like" me because it's easier than for you to admit that one of our best players acts like an idiot most of the time.
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arcarsenal : 9/28/2017 11:34 am : link
That's funny - because this was right in my post for all to see...

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Of course it's fair to point out when his actions on the field hurt the team - they do and he needs to know better.


If you took two seconds to take a break from calling everyone who defends anything about Beckham "hyper-sensitive" and packing all of us into one tidy little box that you've labeled, you'd notice that I actually often say he should be smarter and not take penalties that hurt the team.

My issue is with people who can't go one day without complaining about him or suggesting we trade him. It's insane to me that fans spend this much time whining about a generational talent or trying to pin every single thing that is wrong with the Giants on him. But to each their own.
Thought he answered well  
TMS : 9/28/2017 2:13 pm : link
and tried to put the whole thing behind himself and the team. Of course the interviewers were trying to bait him into a controversial answer. Part of the game. He is learning and thats good.
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