Suspended LB Rolando McClain wants to play again, source says

[Stash]

Jerry's quote in the OP sure makes it sound like he still has his rose-colored glasses on in regards to McClain and Jaylon lol...

The question frustrates me because it was vague and left a notorious vague subject give a completely vague answer. We no have no idea if his comments were about McClain or Smith and that makes both the question and the answer worthless in my mind.

Frustrating.

 

[Doomsday101]

I'm divided.

I was a Ro supporter based on his talent alone. He is THAT good. Just imagine if he committed 100 percent to the off-season and training camp?
However, this last transgression basically made me give up on Ro.
Having said that, I know I've talked a lot about chemistry. But there are always that one guy who is the "exception." He's on every team. All the other people have to show up for practice, but he doesn't. And it's not just because he's a prima donna. Teammates know he's just "off" or he's just "like that", and they make exceptions for him.
Ro is that guy. I think the team knows who Ro is and how he acts, and I don't think they would be as put-off if he just shows up and plays as they would if another player did it.

I'd prefer the Cowboys move on from Ro, but, they Cowboys know that they're going to need a stronger defense down the stretch if they're going to make to the NFC Championship and beyond.
Ro may be the ONE player who may not need that much practice and who can move onto the field and have an immediate impact.

And, if he goes out and starts purple drinking again, he's gone for a year anyway, so the Ro problem will take care of itself - one way or another.

I think the Cowboys are thinking in this manner, and that's why they won't close the door on Ro.

True but most of those guys play lights out. Haley was a head case but Haley was at camp and Haley always gave great effort. Problem with Ro is he does not seem to care one way or the other. Clearly it has not been a big priority of his and given how this team has played without him only way I would even let him back on the team would be by letting him no there will be no slip ups.

 

[Stash]

The brass needs to be cognizant of team chemistry. This is a team of workers, you don't introduce a malingerer into that.

Exactly. And they were taught that lesson just last year. It would be disappointing if they forgot so quickly.

I've often criticized the term "right kind of guy". Namely because they never stuck to it and brought in whatever n'er do well they thought could help them at the time. But now, they're sticking to that idea and it's working. I don't want to see them abandon it again.

 

[ThrowuptheXDez88]

I'm torn, if he's in any kind of shape, a body is needed over players like Leon McFadden & Kyle Wilber. I've never heard anyone say he was a hot head or a cancer in the locker room, just that he's not a team guy off the field.

 

[Hawkeye19]

The question frustrates me because it was vague and left a notorious vague subject give a completely vague answer. We no have no idea if his comments were about McClain or Smith and that makes both the question and the answer worthless in my mind.

Frustrating.

I hear you... It's classic "JJ speak" lol. TBH-- I am pretty indifferent about Ro. Everybody that wants him cut now will stand up and cheer the first time he grabs an INT or gets a sack.

Every team can handle a few "bad boys"-- and so I don't think adding Ro will disrupt our chemistry. He's done his time, so I am ok with giving him another shot to stick. I'm also fine if the team moves on. Get that decision too...

 

[WoodysGirl]

 

[tyke1doe]

True but most of those guys play lights out. Haley was a head case but Haley was at camp and Haley always gave great effort. Problem with Ro is he does not seem to care one way or the other. Clearly it has not been a big priority of his and given how this team has played without him only way I would even let him back on the team would be by letting him no there will be no slip ups.

I understand and agree. But it's not like Ro started this when he got to Dallas. He was like this at Alabama and with Oakland. He's just one of those dudes who doesn't like to practice, who's a bit "off" but who shows up on Sundays.

So if the Cowboys treat him differently, it's not like it's going to catch the other Cowboys by surprise. They're probably saying, "That's Ro being Ro."

 

[phildadon86]

There it is folks. Hope it was worth it Ro

 

[Stash]

I understand that he is a complete moron. However I don't think he ruins team chemistry. I think the players will put him in check and it's either help or bye. If he can improve our defense I'm all for it. But come next year, see ya.

Question. Doesn't this quote from Witten change your mind?

"The best thing this team has done is just limited and eliminated the distractions," Cowboys tight end Jason Witten said Thursday, not specifically referencing any player. "And that's for everybody and we've got to continue to do that."

 

[GIFTS86]

We'll that settles that. Discussion over lol

 

[dogunwo]

I think Ro deserves forgiveness from his teammates, but I don't think he deserves this team. However, if he is in shape he is a pretty dynamic football player, and we could use him for a stretch run. We are thin at LB, and its almost time for the annual Justin Durant "out for 6-8" weeks scenario.

 

[NorthwestDallas40]

I think this close-knit team can handle McClain in the locker room. And he would have a short leash. But his physicality is a missing piece to our front 7. And he has been a very good pass rusher from MLB. He's just so big and fast, he's a load for OL to deal with. If any of you don't think this defense can use all the help it can get in the front 7 and rushing the passer, you are an ostrich with your head in the sand.

 

[Stash]

I understand and agree. But it's not like Ro started this when he got to Dallas. He was like this at Alabama and with Oakland. He's just one of those dudes who doesn't like to practice, who's a bit "off" but who shows up on Sundays.

So if the Cowboys treat him differently, it's not like it's going to catch the other Cowboys by surprise. They're probably saying, "That's Ro being Ro."

Think Jason Witten feels that way?

"The best thing this team has done is just limited and eliminated the distractions," Cowboys tight end Jason Witten said Thursday, not specifically referencing any player. "And that's for everybody and we've got to continue to do that."

 

[Doomsday101]

I understand and agree. But it's not like Ro started this when he got to Dallas. He was like this at Alabama and with Oakland. He's just one of those dudes who doesn't like to practice, who's a bit "off" but who shows up on Sundays.

So if the Cowboys treat him differently, it's not like it's going to catch the other Cowboys by surprise. They're probably saying, "That's Ro being Ro."

True Dallas was his 3rd chance. I would hope that if he is given the chance to rejoin the team it will be with the understanding that he has to change his way. None of this showing up when it is convenient to him, he will be expected to be at the Star working out and at mini camps. I'm sorry the league can have their messed up rules about voluntary camp but if a player loves the game he will be there because he want to not because some lame rule can dictate that. I want guy 100% committed and if they are not and just looking for a pay check then just as Jimmy shipped those guys out when he came to Dallas so should McClain be shipped out if he is not willing to give all.

 

[GIFTS86]

Question. Doesn't this quote from Witten change your mind?

"The best thing this team has done is just limited and eliminated the distractions," Cowboys tight end Jason Witten said Thursday, not specifically referencing any player. "And that's for everybody and we've got to continue to do that."

Yeah I guess if those players is why he said that. If that's what Witten is referring to then yeah I won't disagree at all. Witten knows best!

 

[tyke1doe]

Think Jason Witten feels that way?

"The best thing this team has done is just limited and eliminated the distractions," Cowboys tight end Jason Witten said Thursday, not specifically referencing any player. "And that's for everybody and we've got to continue to do that."

And he was responding to who and what question?

 

[Stash]

I hear you... It's classic "JJ speak" lol. TBH-- I am pretty indifferent about Ro. Everybody that wants him cut now will stand up and cheer the first time he grabs an INT or gets a sack.

Every team can handle a few "bad boys"-- and so I don't think adding Ro will disrupt our chemistry. He's done his time, so I am ok with giving him another shot to stick. I'm also fine if the team moves on. Get that decision too...

I'm hopeful that his quote was about Jaylon Smith, but since it was so vague, it's meaningless.

 

[Stash]

And he was responding to who and what question?

For me, it doesn't matter. But when that quote is in this article and from today (Thursday), I don't need any further clarification.

 

[WoodysGirl]

 

[Stash]

Yeah I guess if those players is why he said that. If that's what Witten is referring to then yeah I won't disagree at all. Witten knows best!

If he's making that quote today, I know who he's talking about. All of them.