Some quotes that are good for a laugh

[Sonny#9]

Now, I'm a senior software engineer pulling in a 6 figure salary.

Congratulations? I really never understand people who post their resume on a message board.

Oh, were you talking about football?

Let's see:

13-3 last year. We have a young, quickly rising star as QB - whose claim to fame isn't 'he shows great poise.'

Loaded defense that has gotten significantly better in the off season.

Loaded offense that is still improving and added more weapons into the mix.

Naw. No depression here.

I would, however, be depressed if:

You're absolutely right -- this is probably the most talented team in the NFC. Yet they still can't get it done when it counts the most.

Not to mention is Phillips the type of coach you want running the show with all of the distractions already popping up: Ellis, Pacman Jones, Williams, Newman v. Williams, Hard Knocks, etc?

If Terrell Owens stays healthy, there is no reason this team shouldn't win less then 12 games. But then again, that's not their main problem is it?

1) I had a QB that people are still questioning if he has what it takes to be decent in this league (see JC's numbers. no improvement).

2) Had a new head coach.

3) Had a QB that had to learn a new system. A system, which in fact, is reliant on a QB that can make quick decisions, make short-medium accurate passes, all of which Jason 'Poise' Campbell hasn't shown he's able to do on a consistent basis.

4) I had an owner and FO that hasn't been getting it done since taking control of the team. (winning percentage isn't even .500 since Snyder bought the team).

Not depressed here - not depressed in the least...

1. The only people that are questioning Campbell are Cowboys fans (oh please, compare him to Quincy Carter...I love that one...). Everyone else says he's doing just fine. And his numbers did improve, especially his accuracy numbers -- 53.1% to 60%. That's a pretty significant jump. Admittedly, he probably will never put up the same numbers as Romo -- the good ones or the bad ones.

2. I have no idea what Zorn is bringing to the table, so we'll see there. This is a complete crap-shoot. You have as much evidence that he is going to fail as I do that he is going to succeed. He could be Andy Reid. He could be Rich Kotite.

3. It's actually not a new offense. He played quite well in College in the WCO. He also has much bigger targets this year. I am very excited about this season. Do I expect a whole lot? Nope. I would be ecstatic with 9-10 wins. I am very happy with the direction this team is going.

4. Here's the clincher...Bash Snyder, but Jones wasted the talent of three hall-of-famers with asinine coaching hires. That was one of the greatest teams ever -- and Jones' ego undermined the whole thing. And, in the time Snyder has owned the Commanders, Jones has fared little better. Then there is that whole NFL-Record-tying 6-consecutive playoff losses thing. 11 years, my friend. The fact is, The St. Louis/Arizona Cardinals have there one and only playoff win in almost 60 years over the Cowboys, at Texas Stadium.

 

[Sonny#9]

:laugh2:

Says the guy with the username and number tribute to Mr. Sonny Jurgenson, 1957 to 1974.

Well you got me there...but then again not only was he a Commander great, but he was a redheaded great. Us daywalkers need to stick together.

 

[Hostile]

Well you got me there...but then again not only was he a Commander great, but he was a redheaded great. Us daywalkers need to stick together.

I rarely miss. Rub some dirt on it.

 

[kapolani]

Congratulations? I really never understand people who post their resume on a message board.

It was my retort to your assertion that I was either:

1) Old.
2) Depressed about my present.

You're absolutely right -- this is probably the most talented team in the NFC. Yet they still can't get it done when it counts the most.

Agreed. They haven't been able to put it together - yet. But, I don't recall the Skins accomplishing anything either 'when it counted the most.'

Not to mention is Phillips the type of coach you want running the show with all of the distractions already popping up: Ellis, Pacman Jones, Williams, Newman v. Williams, Hard Knocks, etc?

Meh. Who's to say? Parcells had to deal with it - we all know what type of coach he is - and he couldn't get it done.

If Terrell Owens stays healthy, there is no reason this team shouldn't win less then 12 games. But then again, that's not their main problem is it?

TO will be fine. If there's one thing we can be certain of with TO - he keeps himself in phenomenal shape. His work ethic can't questioned. His desire to win can't be questioned.

1. The only people that are questioning Campbell are Cowboys fans (oh please, compare him to Quincy Carter...I love that one...). Everyone else says he's doing just fine. And his numbers did improve, especially his accuracy numbers -- 53.1% to 60%. That's a pretty significant jump. Admittedly, he probably will never put up the same numbers as Romo -- the good ones or the bad ones.

Oh come on. I don't have the link, but there were a few articles questioning if JC is right for the job - one even originating out of the Post.

2. I have no idea what Zorn is bringing to the table, so we'll see there. This is a complete crap-shoot. You have as much evidence that he is going to fail as I do that he is going to succeed. He could be Andy Reid. He could be Rich Kotite.

Most of the evidence shows that when a new coach comes in and a new system is installed - growing pains follow.

3. It's actually not a new offense. He played quite well in College in the WCO. He also has much bigger targets this year. I am very excited about this season. Do I expect a whole lot? Nope. I would be ecstatic with 9-10 wins. I am very happy with the direction this team is going.

It is a new offense. It's a pro-style offense. JC hasn't shown that he can play in any offense with consistency.

And, lest we forget, doing well in college does not mean you're going to do well in the NFL. JC was going up against inferior talent for the most part when he played in college. Not to mention that he had a pair of 1k yard rushers in his back field.

4. Here's the clincher...Bash Snyder, but Jones wasted the talent of three hall-of-famers with asinine coaching hires. That was one of the greatest teams ever -- and Jones' ego undermined the whole thing. And, in the time Snyder has owned the Commanders, Jones has fared little better. Then there is that whole NFL-Record-tying 6-consecutive playoff losses thing. 11 years, my friend. The fact is, The St. Louis/Arizona Cardinals have there one and only playoff win in almost 60 years over the Cowboys, at Texas Stadium.

The major difference that you seem to be forgetting though:

JJ has won 3 superbowls since he took control of the team.

I'll leave you with this:

Jan. 7, 2006 NFC Wild Card Washington 17, Tampa Bay 10
Jan. 8, 2000 NFC Wild Card Washington 27, Detroit 13

Your team has won 2 playoff games in the last 15 years. Two playoff games. If that lights your fire and gets you out of bed every morning then that's not saying much...

 

[Sonny#9]

It was my retort to your assertion that I was either:

1) Old.
2) Depressed about my present.

It was a joke, but whatever. I'm happy to argue football anytime.

Agreed. They haven't been able to put it together - yet. But, I don't recall the Skins accomplishing anything either 'when it counted the most.'

I personally think the Commanders overachieved last year -- especially accounting for the injuries they suffered. But then again the Commanders haven't been favored with win either.

Meh. Who's to say? Parcells had to deal with it - we all know what type of coach he is - and he couldn't get it done.

I think Parcells had this team on the cusp. Remember what he took over? Perhaps he could have avoided the distractions that precluded their playoff loss to the Giants last year, but that's a moot point.

I think the way Phillips handles the distractions is going to be a story worth watching.

TO will be fine. If there's one thing we can be certain of with TO - he keeps himself in phenomenal shape. His work ethic can't questioned. His desire to win can't be questioned.

I agree with you there -- but he's going to be 35. While he's in great shape, sooner or later, time catches up with us all. He is a rare talent, but there are VERY small handful that were productive after 35. Are you comfortable with a WR corps of Crayton, Hurd, Austin and Stanbeck?

Oh come on. I don't have the link, but there were a few articles questioning if JC is right for the job - one even originating out of the Post.

If it was Sally Jenkins, it isn't worth the paper it's written on...I'd like to see the link if possible.

Most of the evidence shows that when a new coach comes in and a new system is installed - growing pains follow.

Very true, for the most part. The defense though should be the same, if not better. I am looking forward to what Zorn is going to do with this offense. I certainly think he has more weapons.

And, lest we forget, doing well in college does not mean you're going to do well in the NFL. JC was going up against inferior talent for the most part when he played in college. Not to mention that he had a pair of 1k yard rushers in his back field.

Again, agreed, however he has shown the capability to run that kind of offense. And Portis and Betts are both 1000 yrd backs.

The major difference that you seem to be forgetting though:

JJ has won 3 superbowls since he took control of the team.

Yes he did. And he ripped it to shreds. Your comment was since Snyder took over the team, he hasn't done squat. Well, in the same time frame, neither has Jones.

Jan. 7, 2006 NFC Wild Card Washington 17, Tampa Bay 10
Jan. 8, 2000 NFC Wild Card Washington 27, Detroit 13

Dec. 28, 1996 NFC Wild Card Dallas 40, Minnesota 15

That's all I am going to say...it ain't much...but she's got it where it counts