Is something up with Damon Harrison?

He is one of the most important players on the team. He is arguably the best NT in football. His contract isn't outrageous either.

A warrior and has a sense of humour.

Resting on the beach, or weight room, whatever, sleeping, hehehe fine w me.

Has the FO worried since next year is his opt out year, and caused the team to go one more DT(DE in the 3-4) rather than OL.
Or his relatively bargain contract is a little nudge for a revision...he deserves more $$$.

If he didn't have an excuse, it's a horseshit move from him not to show up. New coaches, new defensive scheme, and the fucking team was 3-13 last year. He's a great player, but what the fuck?

worried about Hill or Mcintosh....

Let's wait until we hear why he isn't there. He might decide to work out on his own. This isn't a guy who is going to take it easy and show up out of shape. He is going to do what he thinks puts him in the best position to succeed.

Dilly Dilly

In comment 13951440 Go Terps said:

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If he didn't have an excuse, it's a horseshit move from him not to show up. New coaches, new defensive scheme, and the fucking team was 3-13 last year. He's a great player, but what the fuck?

Run him out of town why don’t you... who gives a fuck if Snacks is there in April, are you fucking kidding me? Soon as he hurts an ACL at one of these things we are done. See you week 1 Snacks. Terps cares about you showing up when it is unimportant, the rest of us know you will show up every game day

to miss the voluntary stuff...

Maybe not for the Voluntary workouts. But he’s been going by there off and on. He was just at the stadium Monday. If you follow him on Instagram, you would know that.

He’s also just had his first son. I don’t blame him for wanting to spend as much time with him as he can. Before the mandatory camps

In comment 13951467 est1986 said:

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In comment 13951440 Go Terps said: Quote: If he didn't have an excuse, it's a horseshit move from him not to show up. New coaches, new defensive scheme, and the fucking team was 3-13 last year. He's a great player, but what the fuck? Run him out of town why don’t you... who gives a fuck if Snacks is there in April, are you fucking kidding me? Soon as he hurts an ACL at one of these things we are done. See you week 1 Snacks. Terps cares about you showing up when it is unimportant, the rest of us know you will show up every game day

Then why should any of them show up?

Weak rationalizations for what's been a weak, leaderless group of players.

Imo, he has said some pretty weird things since he has been here. He called out Carl Banks when Banks said players quit. He told him that he should call them out. Banks responded by saying that is not his job anymore. That is for someone in the locker room to do it.

Then he says recently that he didn't want to step up and be a leader last year because he knew what kind of season we were going to have? WTF? That might be the worst reason I ever heard. So, you will only step up and lead when it is easy or you have a successful team? Leadership doesn't have an off switch. And, if anything, if he saw this from the early stages then why didn't he try to correct it?

I like Snacks. I think he is a great player. He seems like a cool dude but that was some bullshit. Not everybody needs to be a leader but don't start saying you would have stepped up if it was ideal. He seems like he is not a problem in the locker room but I don't look at him as a leader of this team. I was very disappointed last season and how much these guys were talking.

I am usually 100% in disagreement with GoTerps' opinion on voluntary workouts but in this case I agree. Show up and get to work with a new staff and show your commitment.

In comment 13951485 Go Terps said:

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In comment 13951467 est1986 said: Quote: In comment 13951440 Go Terps said: Quote: If he didn't have an excuse, it's a horseshit move from him not to show up. New coaches, new defensive scheme, and the fucking team was 3-13 last year. He's a great player, but what the fuck? Run him out of town why don’t you... who gives a fuck if Snacks is there in April, are you fucking kidding me? Soon as he hurts an ACL at one of these things we are done. See you week 1 Snacks. Terps cares about you showing up when it is unimportant, the rest of us know you will show up every game day Then why should any of them show up? Weak rationalizations for what's been a weak, leaderless group of players.

He is year in and year out the best run defender in all of football by a MILE! The rest of them haven’t done shit. But cut Snacks some slack. Kill Flowers for not showing up, yes it’s different.

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Kill Flowers for not showing up, yes it’s different.

I don't think it is. Flowers, Harrison, Eli, everybody all have the one number in common that counts: 3-13. It was horseshit last year when Beckham and Vernon didn't show, and it's horseshit now with Harrison and Flowers.

There doesn't appear to be any leader on this team. Not even amongst the veterans. It's very, very weird. And while I would not put that as a reason as to why this team has under-achieved for YEARS now, I don't think it has helped matters, either.

be accomplished when it's actually time to go to work. Especially not a guy who's going to play 3-4 Nose Tackle.

but i recall he at one point said he has no interest in being a vocal leader as it's just not his style. and there is nothing wrong with that. he is a terrific player and a good guy

also remember he has that chronic knee issue. he's probably managing it and if he isn't going to participate it makes no sense to make him be there for voluntary things.

In comment 13951509 Dave in Hoboken said:

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There doesn't appear to be any leader on this team. Not even amongst the veterans. It's very, very weird. And while I would not put that as a reason as to why this team has under-achieved for YEARS now, I don't think it has helped matters, either.

Why be a leader when you get paid even if you lose? And quite a few did not even lose their jobs until Ben and Jerry were shown the exit.

is a great player but he’s a perpetual loser. His comments about not leading are extremely mind boggling.

He goes out of his way to say he isn’t a leader....

In comment 13951512 Ten Ton Hammer said:

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be accomplished when it's actually time to go to work. Especially not a guy who's going to play 3-4 Nose Tackle.

Always the contrarian :)

I'm a leader then that makes him a leader.

He's a leader. If you don't know that, probably not clear on the concept

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In comment 13951512 Ten Ton Hammer said: Quote: be accomplished when it's actually time to go to work. Especially not a guy who's going to play 3-4 Nose Tackle. Always the contrarian :)

I've been pretty consistent on the issue of fans being outraged that players don't show up to work when they're not obligated to. I think it's silly. It happens every year. When the team wins, nobody keeps track. When the customers are unhappy, everyone is watching the attendance card like hall monitors and insisting it's a vital part of building a winning team.

Damon Harrison knows what is job is next year. When they start to practice professional football is when I'll start to care about his whereabouts on his personal time.

Can't believe that this hasn't received more attention.

I thought he said they had been in contact and Shurmur knew why he wouldn't be there and there isn't a problem.

In comment 13951489 robbieballs2003 said:

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Imo, he has said some pretty weird things since he has been here. He called out Carl Banks when Banks said players quit. He told him that he should call them out. Banks responded by saying that is not his job anymore. That is for someone in the locker room to do it. Then he says recently that he didn't want to step up and be a leader last year because he knew what kind of season we were going to have? WTF? That might be the worst reason I ever heard. So, you will only step up and lead when it is easy or you have a successful team? Leadership doesn't have an off switch. And, if anything, if he saw this from the early stages then why didn't he try to correct it? I like Snacks. I think he is a great player. He seems like a cool dude but that was some bullshit. Not everybody needs to be a leader but don't start saying you would have stepped up if it was ideal. He seems like he is not a problem in the locker room but I don't look at him as a leader of this team. I was very disappointed last season and how much these guys were talking. I am usually 100% in disagreement with GoTerps' opinion on voluntary workouts but in this case I agree. Show up and get to work with a new staff and show your commitment.

I sort of agree at least about snacks being weird here but I don’t have the energy to care that much and will give him the benefit of the doubt. He’s no leader that’s for sure but he’s a beast. Fine with me. I’ll say this we better take advantage of his play sooner than later because he doesn’t seem long for the nfl. He plays a tough position and seems annoyed lol.

I can’t blame players for getting a little pissy when former players blast the team but snacks should have just taken the high road rather than say that kind of shit. And you guys know me I couldn’t care less what these guys say to the press or on social media more often than not.

Well he did post this video from his twitter page dated 4/30.
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He doesn't have to report for another three weeks. I don't tweet, but I read that he's been training, recently, at a D1 Sports Training facility.

I believe Snacks communicated with the team about his circumstances. They have declined to discuss it. Flowers situation is different.

to give anybody the benefit of the doubt (other than maybe Eli) on being ready to play on gameday...its Snacks.

After 3-13, the way it went down with the GM/HC firings, and a divisional foe winning it all, I would have hoped "pure embarrassment" should have gotten everybody into voluntary camp though...

In comment 13951489 robbieballs2003 said:

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Imo, he has said some pretty weird things since he has been here. He called out Carl Banks when Banks said players quit. He told him that he should call them out. Banks responded by saying that is not his job anymore. That is for someone in the locker room to do it. Then he says recently that he didn't want to step up and be a leader last year because he knew what kind of season we were going to have? WTF? That might be the worst reason I ever heard. So, you will only step up and lead when it is easy or you have a successful team? Leadership doesn't have an off switch. And, if anything, if he saw this from the early stages then why didn't he try to correct it? I like Snacks. I think he is a great player. He seems like a cool dude but that was some bullshit. Not everybody needs to be a leader but don't start saying you would have stepped up if it was ideal. He seems like he is not a problem in the locker room but I don't look at him as a leader of this team. I was very disappointed last season and how much these guys were talking. I am usually 100% in disagreement with GoTerps' opinion on voluntary workouts but in this case I agree. Show up and get to work with a new staff and show your commitment.

I absolutely agree. He knew the dates, he is supposed to be a professional, fucking act like it and plan your vacation or workout or whatever when your team is NOT together. The off-season is plenty long enough now to do all your personal shit when the team isn't in session.

And I tend to agree that something may be up and in fact, Snacks is the type of guy DG won't stand for if he doesn't go all in. He's very expensive, we drafted two DL and signed one. I would hate to lose him but this shit drives me nuts. SHOW THE FUCK UP.

In comment 13951625 ZogZerg said:

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Can't believe that this hasn't received more attention.

He's earned the right to not be here. And he has been in camp. it's not like he didn't show at all.

said it wasn't an issue. Sounds like he had an excuse that the head guy was OK with, unlike Flowers.

Is a business for the owners and the players the rules have changed some for the players some are just going by the rules others are still doing the good guy act. In a few years from now these camps may go away completely why because it’s not in the interest of the players. Ownership is willing to let the players have more time away from the game so they don’t spend more money is this a help or problem for the game who knows. What’s for sure is that more and more players will start skipping the non mandatory events in the future.

In comment 13952114 Dragon said:

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Is a business for the owners and the players the rules have changed some for the players some are just going by the rules others are still doing the good guy act. In a few years from now these camps may go away completely why because it’s not in the interest of the players. Ownership is willing to let the players have more time away from the game so they don’t spend more money is this a help or problem for the game who knows. What’s for sure is that more and more players will start skipping the non mandatory events in the future.

This is true. But when they renegotiate the CBA, they need to establish whatever agreed upon off-season events as mandatory attendance by everyone on the roster... Perhaps a one week mini-camp in May/June to integrate the draftees and free agents?

While I am outraged by Flowers missing, I can't get too worked up when someone as dedicated as Snacks misses even though I agree he should be there. These so called "voluntary" events simply need to be eliminated in the next CBA...

And I hate the "let's see why he's not there" stuff too. The NFL offseason schedule is weak. He's had tons of time off since the end of the season and the CBA makes it very tough to spend any time together so there's not much of an excuse not to be there.

Snacks talks a big game - I remember him making comments how he'd never let anyone slack off around him. And then last year, he basically says he mailed it in when he noticed his teammates weren't all in.

So which is it Snacks? Talking out of both sides of his mouth.

He's a great player and he will be fine, but he needs to be there. Shurmur put it nicely: it's voluntary, but very necessary.

But BBI, or parts of it, are up in arms. Whatever. Once they're over the outrage, the outragees might want to take a look at some of the leadership books and articles.

If you have little ones, you can appreciate the fact that dues to job requirements - you are going to miss out on a lot of those special moments. Ideally, you'd want every player at every event - but, I doubt it is the end of the world as some are making it out to be.

In comment 13952154 the mike said:

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In comment 13952114 Dragon said: Quote: Is a business for the owners and the players the rules have changed some for the players some are just going by the rules others are still doing the good guy act. In a few years from now these camps may go away completely why because it’s not in the interest of the players. Ownership is willing to let the players have more time away from the game so they don’t spend more money is this a help or problem for the game who knows. What’s for sure is that more and more players will start skipping the non mandatory events in the future. This is true. But when they renegotiate the CBA, they need to establish whatever agreed upon off-season events as mandatory attendance by everyone on the roster... Perhaps a one week mini-camp in May/June to integrate the draftees and free agents? While I am outraged by Flowers missing, I can't get too worked up when someone as dedicated as Snacks misses even though I agree he should be there. These so called "voluntary" events simply need to be eliminated in the next CBA...

The owners and players can have it both ways. They just need to structure the contracts accordingly. Attach a monetary bonus to every activity. The Players Union can hold firm with the voluntary activities. Players get paid when they show up.

If a player is fringe bottom of the roster, then you don't have to incentivize their participation. Their motivation will be to make the roster and continue their career. Players that are starters with a secure roster spot should be allowed to make their choice. If they miss the work, then they miss the money.

In comment 13952161 Diver_Down said:

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In comment 13952154 the mike said: Quote: In comment 13952114 Dragon said: Quote: Is a business for the owners and the players the rules have changed some for the players some are just going by the rules others are still doing the good guy act. In a few years from now these camps may go away completely why because it’s not in the interest of the players. Ownership is willing to let the players have more time away from the game so they don’t spend more money is this a help or problem for the game who knows. What’s for sure is that more and more players will start skipping the non mandatory events in the future. This is true. But when they renegotiate the CBA, they need to establish whatever agreed upon off-season events as mandatory attendance by everyone on the roster... Perhaps a one week mini-camp in May/June to integrate the draftees and free agents? While I am outraged by Flowers missing, I can't get too worked up when someone as dedicated as Snacks misses even though I agree he should be there. These so called "voluntary" events simply need to be eliminated in the next CBA... The owners and players can have it both ways. They just need to structure the contracts accordingly. Attach a monetary bonus to every activity. The Players Union can hold firm with the voluntary activities. Players get paid when they show up. If a player is fringe bottom of the roster, then you don't have to incentivize their participation. Their motivation will be to make the roster and continue their career. Players that are starters with a secure roster spot should be allowed to make their choice. If they miss the work, then they miss the money.

The problem is that these activities are maximized if and only if everyone attends - it is a team game and activities are there to establish team engagement and mutual development. Guys like Snacks/Vernon/Odell will always forego the chump change to attend these events... and that hurts everyone involved. Only solution is to reduce the number of events but make their attendance mandatory.

personality of the best players on the team. It's that way in professional sports, high school sports, youth sports. Who are the best players on this team, who the NYG's are going to build around for the future? Go ahead and try to convince yourself it's going to be different any time soon...

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Quote: Kill Flowers for not showing up, yes it’s different. I don't think it is. Flowers, Harrison, Eli, everybody all have the one number in common that counts: 3-13. It was horseshit last year when Beckham and Vernon didn't show, and it's horseshit now with Harrison and Flowers.

I don't know why you bother to root for a team that you hate so much.

In comment 13953678 Gatorade Dunk said:

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In comment 13951506 Go Terps said: Quote: Quote: Kill Flowers for not showing up, yes it’s different. I don't think it is. Flowers, Harrison, Eli, everybody all have the one number in common that counts: 3-13. It was horseshit last year when Beckham and Vernon didn't show, and it's horseshit now with Harrison and Flowers. I don't know why you bother to root for a team that you hate so much.

He is getting worse everyday. Could you imagine having to watch a game with him?

In comment 13953678 Gatorade Dunk said:

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In comment 13951506 Go Terps said: Quote: Quote: Kill Flowers for not showing up, yes it’s different. I don't think it is. Flowers, Harrison, Eli, everybody all have the one number in common that counts: 3-13. It was horseshit last year when Beckham and Vernon didn't show, and it's horseshit now with Harrison and Flowers. I don't know why you bother to root for a team that you hate so much.

I don't know why you'd feel good about this team given the sorry football they've subjected us to.

In comment 13951477 Rflairr said:

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Maybe not for the Voluntary workouts. But he’s been going by there off and on. He was just at the stadium Monday. If you follow him on Instagram, you would know that. []He’s also just had his first son. I don’t blame him for wanting to spend as much time with him as he can. Before the mandatory camps[/b]

Haven't gotten through the rest of the thread yet but if this post hasn't been pointed out multiple times it should've been. Particularly the bold part. If that's the case, then I 100% support him not being there.

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In comment 13951477 Rflairr said: Quote: Maybe not for the Voluntary workouts. But he’s been going by there off and on. He was just at the stadium Monday. If you follow him on Instagram, you would know that. []He’s also just had his first son. I don’t blame him for wanting to spend as much time with him as he can. Before the mandatory camps[/b] Haven't gotten through the rest of the thread yet but if this post hasn't been pointed out multiple times it should've been. Particularly the bold part. If that's the case, then I 100% support him not being there.

Wow... it looks like very few actually saw this post.