Paying It Forward
First I would like to start off by sending my condolences to onechocolateqt; I read in the responses that she just lost her mother. I remember meeting onechocolateqt at an autograph signing that I had in Cherry Creek and she was just wonderful. I think she was on her way to visit her mom at the time and as a friend I wanted to pass on my condolences first of all.
Also, in reading the responses I just wanted to thank everybody for the personal support that they gave me. It is really reassuring to know that my hard work gets recognized by the fans if nobody else. That is who we play for and it is the reason that we works so hard. So I do appreciate your support.
I did read the negative post and I must say it takes a big person to admit when they are wrong and it takes a brave person to say what he said initially on my blog. So I commend the man on both counts. But it is part of the job taking criticism, so it didn’t hurt my feelings nearly as much as the positive words he followed up with made me feel good. So I appreciate all the responses, the good and the bad. But definitely the good a little more.
I spent a lot of last week in Indianapolis representing the NFL Players Association in a bunch of meetings with the commissioner and league owners. We had a few meetings with the council that overlooks the agents and met with the rules committee to go over some of the fines, rules and regulations for the upcoming season — just getting a sense of what is going to be enforced more this season and things like that. I also participated in an advisory council meeting for my second year.
There were a lot of statistics at the meetings about the conduct of the players to see if progress has been made or if what we have tried to implement has been effective or not. We just evaluated all phases of the NFL and decided on future steps that need to be taken or if no steps need to be taken. We talk about a ton of things, from moving the Pro Bowl to off-the-field conduct amongst the players to player safety with the slight rash of home invasions that have been occurring. We just go over every possible effect of the NFL and talk about ways to make everything better which is one of the strengths of the NFL.
It is a great experience and with me being the youngest guy in all the meetings it is good to present a different perspective. I can say nothing but positive things about the NFL and the NFLPA to be willing to let someone like myself — a young player — come in and really respect my opinions. They don’t just have me sit in there; I speak and people take notes and respect what I say the same way they do with team owners and the commissioner of the league. That is one of the reasons the NFL is as strong as it is now. It is because the leadership of the NFLPA and the leadership of the NFL are open-minded and always looking to change things and they are open to listen to anyone. It was a really great experience.
On my flight home from Indianapolis, Tyrone Willingham the University of Washington football coach was sitting behind me. So I introduced myself to him. Well the flight was about to take off, so I sat down and buckled and followed all those pre-flight rules. It was a night flight and I got a little tired and wanted to put my seat back but I didn’t know if I should because Coach Willingham was sitting behind me. But I was tired and he is a man like everyone else so he deserves to be just as uncomfortable as the rest of us so I put the seat back. But it was great to have met him and if he reads the blog, sorry I had to take up some of your leg room; I was tired.
When I got back to Denver I was able to hang with the fellas a bunch. Myself, Champ (Bailey) Dre’ (Bly) and Rod — young Rod, Roderick Rogers, not old Rod — we hung out a bunch this weekend and got together which is cool. We are getting that camaraderie back and a lot of male bonding.
One of the times I went to meet them I ended up losing my wallet. It is just a credit to society or the citizens of Colorado, the gentleman who found it tracked me down and returned it. I was really impressed. He returned it with the $20 that was left in it and all of my cards and everything. It was really impressive so I gave him $100 for his hard work and the trouble that he saved me. It was amazing, things like that don’t happen every day. I guess I am just not as optimistic about all people, but it is great to have things such as this that renew your faith in mankind. When you watch the news, you see a different representation of man.
Anyway I say that because today I went to the Little Rock Nine luncheon at the Adam’s Mark Hotel. It was a luncheon to commemorate the nine black high-schoolers who integrated Little Rock Central High School in Arkansas and all of the discrimination and abuse they underwent as pioneers. I went there as a representative of the Broncos and it was an amazing experience that puts things in perspective. So on the heels of my own Good Samaritan experience with my wallet; I was able to return that experience. In the parking garage, I found a briefcase-type thing and no one was there to claim it. So now I am on my way to the office of the individual to drop it off. I guess I felt obligated to do it because someone was so nice to me. I guess we are paying it forward.
Anyway, free agency is getting started and it is a scary time for some people and exciting for others. It is a little of both right now for me. We will get more into that later. Talk to you soon.
All Ready!
February 26th, 2008 at 6:58 pm
hey man free agency is coming up and i hope that you are able to stay with the broncos we would love to have you back
February 26th, 2008 at 7:06 pm
Foxy,
Im glad you got to use your voice for those meetings. There are alot of people out there who complain about something but they dont do anything about it. You are a good example of how to get involved when you have ideas or you may not like how something is working. Well done!
And also with reading this story I too am surprised by the man who brought you your wallet back. You really dont hear about that everyday. It actually happened to my brother and believe me it was not fun doing all he had to do.
I cant wait for the next blog!
Love,
Ashley
February 26th, 2008 at 7:27 pm
hey Fox,
thanx again for taking ur time to blog with us fans…shows ur commitment to the organization….
ok,,free agency is coming up,, i’m excited to see who we might bring in to to add more depth to our already talented line-up, at the same time, I’m afraid to lose some of our best players in the FA too…
Denver cant lose a talented player like urself,,,hope u remain with the team for years and years to come…
February 26th, 2008 at 7:28 pm
Fox,
I saw online the Broncos made a low tender offer to you, please, please, please stay here! I’m sure you get that a lot but I’m sure whoever is saying it to you really means it
Btw what’s going on with John Lynch and Jason Elam?? I thought Lynch was going to make an announcement within a month of the season ending…
Oh well. But really, please stay. Rod is probably going to retire and Javon has one foot out the door…I can’t “lose” another favorite player. You and Champ have to take some of that load
Til next time!! Have a good one!
February 26th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
Hey Dom what is this I hear about you going to Detroit? Say it ain’t so. I read this on a message board CBSSPORTSLINE.COM.
February 26th, 2008 at 7:44 pm
Hey Fox, I read on the Denver Post about you backing up Gene. I think it is cool that you spoke up.. I hope they keep the Pro-Bowl after the SB and in Hawaii.I hope you do make Union President some day.Hah “young Rod” that was funny but I hope he makes our team next year I was happy when we signed him last year and wanted to see him play I also want to see Marquay McDaniel play next year. That is cool of that guy to return your wallet and whats good is you are on a mission to do that with a “briefcase-type of thing” now haha.I hope you, Hamza, and Karl are all back with us next year.. Can’t stop telling you ….
FOX A BRONCO IN 2008 !!!!!!
onechocolateqt, I am very sorry to hear about your mother…Stay strong.
February 26th, 2008 at 7:47 pm
tjames,
That was just pure speculation. I got paranoid and said I hope that doesn’t happen and ended up fighting with almost everyone about him …….So yea there is no truth to that just rumors…as of right now.
http://www.sportsline.com/mcc/messages/chrono/6610027/0/1/6640071#ID6640071
February 26th, 2008 at 7:52 pm
I guess it is the truth. Well if this is your last blog Fox I really am gonna miss seeing you in blue and orange and you will always be my 2nd favorite in the NFL man I really am gonna miss you bro.I am typing this calm and feel like flipping out but it is what it is…..People are already makin jokes..
http://www.sportsline.com/mcc/messages/chrono/6636026/0/2
February 26th, 2008 at 8:02 pm
Hey man,
I joined Broncos Country just so that I could leave this comment for you. I can’t tell you how refreshing it is to have a guy like you that has his head screwed on straight playing in the NFL. It would be cool if role models like you received as much press as the guys that screw up all the time.
I have enjoyed your blog and enjoyed watching you play and the selfish part of me hopes you play for the Broncos your entire career but you are talented enough to start for alot of NFL teams and you gotta do what you gotta do. I hope I see you wearing orange and blue next year, but if not, best wishes where ever you go.
February 26th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
Fox,
always a pleasure to hear from you. secondly do what you can to keep 22 in orange and blue. onechocolateqt sorry for your loss. And to all go BRONCOS!!
February 26th, 2008 at 8:18 pm
Hey Fox, this is very funny, it was posted on CBS a couple of months ago…
http://www.collegehumor.com/video:1799919
February 26th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
I hope you end up in a good place to play next year fox, you are too good to be in the shadows any longer and it’s time your star to shine bright.You have been a credit to the Broncos and the Denver community as a whole. I hope that where you go you continue to have as big an impact off the field as on. You set a example for all professional athletes as well as the rest of us. I wish you nothing but the best, you deserve it. THANK YOU
February 26th, 2008 at 8:47 pm
whats the chance that we could trade walker for vilma? hopefully we can keep fox, but if not good luck wherever you go, i agree you are a great role model, probably better than any professional athlete, and you arent a star! major props to you man, im a big fan because just like you im a smaller guy, but us smal guys play with chips on our shoulders! thanks for being an inspiration to me! i know i will follow your career even if you arent a bronco next year!
February 26th, 2008 at 9:24 pm
I enjoy reading your blogs, especially since it’s the offseason.
I’m having football withdrawls
I was really happy when you guys beat the vikings. That made my 15th birthday a happy one. I’m really proud of you guys and I can’t wait to see all of ya back on the feild in August.
I want to give my best to onechocolateqt, hang in there bud.
I can kinda relate and I wish you the best.
-Beth
February 27th, 2008 at 12:02 am
Please stay Domonique, you’re a classy guy and epitomize what we’re all about. I will admit that as a broadcast journalist myself, there is much negativity in the news but I try to find all the positive elements I can. Of course, nothing would be more positive than a Broncos championship next February! Anyway, it was cool that you met Ty Willingham. He’s one of the figures in football that I respect the most, kind of the collegiate version of Tony Dungy, if you will as he is classy and nice, I’m told. Keep up the posts. We need all the access to the Broncos we can during these dark times of year without football, so please keep posting. See ya later.
February 27th, 2008 at 2:55 am
Fox,
I’m sad that you are even mentioned of leaving us here in denver. You are a great player and believe that you can be a star in this league. You are everything an athlete should be on and off the field. Your blogs and insite are refreshing and encouraging with all the other off the field issues these days. I hope that you are a bronco for years to come. But if things dont work out here I hope you excel wherever you go.
February 27th, 2008 at 6:47 am
Hey Foxy - peace to you brother. i am a broncos fan from Ireland - a huge fan and watch all the games, be it on TV or on the Internet. I hope you can work on something that enables you stay with the Broncos. You are a class act.
I recently married and over the years I have turned her into a Broncos fan, and you are her favorite player - any chance you could say a quick hello on your next blog to my Wife Kate? this would mean to world to the both os us overseas fans.
Keep up the good work on and off the field.
Peace - Conor
February 27th, 2008 at 8:00 am
sounds to me like your heading out man good luck wherever you end(hopefully denver) but just know that money isnt everything and that i would probably pay more than i already do to watch the broncos knowing that your still here…any who good luck and stay healthy
shelbO
February 27th, 2008 at 10:17 am
Fox- I sincerely hope that you can remain with the broncos for as long as you would like. All of the fans love you and are proud to see you in orange and blue. We need more high character guys out there. Good work and good luck with whatever the rest of the offseason brings you.
February 27th, 2008 at 10:46 am
Foxy,
I hope things work out for you to stay in Denver, having a player with talent, work ethic, and character is really something no team should want to lose. Good luck to you during this time.
Justin
February 27th, 2008 at 10:49 am
Fox, whether or not you are with the team this coming year, I am and always will be a Domonique Foxworth fan. Stay up man.
February 27th, 2008 at 12:53 pm
Fox,
I really. really hope you can stay in Denver and become the full time nickel back. It’s a tough situation considering Paymah is also in the same boat. if you leave, than don’t look at it in a negative way. It will be a new, fresh start for you to do great work not only on the field, but off. But seriously, stay a Bronco! I’m going to quote yardo on this one “I am and always will be a Domonique Foxworth fan.”
Oh I am a student at CU Boulder and I also saw the Little Rock Nine. Very moving. Great to see others getting involved in it too. I don;t know how much work you involving social violence but it would be sweet if you came an spoke in my Peace and Non-Violence literature class
February 27th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
Dominique,
I’ve been a fan of the blue and orange since I was born. And I would really hate for you to leave this wonderful franchise. You, John and Champ, and at one point Darrent (God bless), have kept this secondary at the top of this league . If you left Denver, the best nickleback would be going elsewhere and we’d all enjoy you staying.
Isn’t the love of the game and the love from the fans the purpose, not the money? Take Denver’s deal. Having to play against you would not be pleasant for either team or fans. Stay, please.
Blue and orange forever and god bless.
February 27th, 2008 at 4:37 pm
hey! ok so i have a story! today in English we were talking about compassion, and we were asked to tell a story about someone being compassionate! the first person who came to my mind was YOU! just thinking about all the wrk you do in the community and stuff! i had lots of compassionate stories about you!
anyways, i really hope you are a Denver Bronco next year!!
-PARIS (#1 BRONCO FAN!!!)
February 27th, 2008 at 5:32 pm
It’s great that you and others are paying it forward, and I’m very proud to see such a young player so active with the NFLPA. Keep up the good work.
February 27th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Dom:
Look at the quality of these posts!. The fans can see your character and admire you for it. I have been a fan since ‘60 and you rank near the very top of all the players who have played in Denver as a good role model for youth. I hope you get a big offer and Shanahan/Sundquist meet it.
February 27th, 2008 at 8:37 pm
Foxworth,
You are such a great role model and player. Only the best.
sa
February 27th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
Fox,
I am willing to bet you are going to get more money from anouther team. I know it would be best for you to take all the money you can, but at the same time Denver will miss you if your gone… Well anyway I hope you go to a team that will use you, and I hope you have a good one.
February 28th, 2008 at 7:33 am
Hey Fox,
I hope your well. I miss you guys so much. And thank you for your condolences.
In reading the responses to your previous entry, I AGREE WITH Broncfalls 100%!!!! I couldnt’ve said it better myself.
…He’s does what every franchise hopes their players do. Even though he isn’t on the field, he represents the Broncos every time he opens his mouth, makes a commitment etc. This guy has NEVER!!! let this organization down…
Well written.
Now, I know these teams make moves that they feel are best for the organization and all, but boy, the thought of being without Fox? That’s just crazy. A classy guy with a wholesome attitude along with respect and passion for the game. Not to mention talent. It doesn’t get any better than that…
Shelbo Bronco, your great, man.
Thank you to all for your condolences.
All Ready!
~ChocolateQT
*When I ran the spellcheck on my computer, it kept suggesting that Foxworth should be spelled FOXWORTHY. Enough said.
February 28th, 2008 at 8:27 am
Dom your one of the last high character guys on the team and i dont want to insult anyone on the team but you do have a good head on your shoulders and losing you i think would ruin our chances of being a championship team. People may say you have alot of negatives about you like that jaguars scout who said you look fast but its not about athletics i mean how many top athletes have come in the game and not turned out. I dont like to point fingers (lions WR) what were they thinking. You have that will power to make plays and i bet you have good work ethic. hope 22 is in orange and blue next year if not i hope you dont go to any divisonal teams alright. If this is the last blog i am going to say have a great career. Look at all the love your getting you got to stay.
All ready!!! for last time?
best bronco to ever put on a 22 jersey!!!
February 28th, 2008 at 8:29 am
by orange and blue i dont mean chicago alright!!!
February 28th, 2008 at 9:52 am
I hope you stay a Bronco. Good luck with whatever happens.
February 28th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
Say it so FOX!! I hear the rumors about trading you to Detroit. We all know your not the most talented player but if all the players for the Broncos approached the game like you do, you guys would be Super Bowl Champs.
In case this is it, i respect you more than almost any other player due to your hard work and love for the game; and i wish you the best of luck. Hopefully its just rumor and we can keep the best community guy in Denver after years of public failures.
All Ready!
February 28th, 2008 at 3:13 pm
Nooooooooooooo foxy! Dont leave us
February 28th, 2008 at 4:42 pm
Great blog as always! Its great hearing from you and knowing what our Broncos are doing in the off season.
You wallet story is something similar to what my husband and I experienced. He lost his at the gas station once, drove off with the wallet on the roof. And a few hours later after we canceled everything a man knocked on our door and said he and his family drove around all day in hopes to return the wallet. Of course everything was still there, even the cash. I really do believe there are more good people in the world than bad, its just a shame all the bad people get the headlines.
I too have heard the rumors and I hope you won’t have to leave us. But if something does happen I hope it works out the best for you and you get a chance to start every week. I hope you continue to keep in touch with us be it here or perhaps somewhere else. The kindness you have shown your fans is incredible. Please take care and know everything will work out ok.
Jacyln
February 28th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
Please don’t go to Detroit!! I will drive up to Denver from Colorado Springs and get on my knees and beg management to keep you if that’s what it’ll take.
February 28th, 2008 at 7:53 pm
how can we trade Fox? Isn’t he a free agent?
I think those rumors are false. I refuse to believe any of it until i see it on NFL network or ESPN.
February 28th, 2008 at 10:48 pm
Fox we can’t let you get away. You’re one of the most positive and productive guys on the team, and you leave it all on the field and the community. Maybe we all should make calls to shanny’s office tonight/tomorrow and let the leaders know to sign him to a long-term instead of trading. It seems the broncos are still looking for the “quick fix” and the guy they are after Rogers and Robertson, are players who have had some success up front, but have had some attitude problems on their teams recently. The broncos take on a lot projects, hoping to make something out of them, and it seldom has worked. But Fox, I guess you have to do what is best for you, knowing you want to start and they will not allow you to here. I hate it. At Miami, we allowed players to compete, and thats why we won so many college games. You have proven you are a class act, and we will miss you. It ain’t over yet, so I’m calling shanny and sunquist tomorrow. Bo bronx
Charlie
February 29th, 2008 at 7:27 am
please come back we need you so much if you leave I honestly don’t think we could do it without you,your one of my favorite players and very talented,please please stay
February 29th, 2008 at 9:14 am
Fox,
First time reading your blog. Thanks for taking the time to write and give us fans a little insight to your daily personal life.
The Little Rock Nine luncheon sounds like it was very good. Thanks for rep’n the team while there.
Yeah, pay it forward…I had my experience this past week, I was at the gas station and a guy dropped his credit card and license on the floor and didn’t realize it. I picked it up for him and gave it to him, he was really thankful. Well 2 days later I got a raise at work out of no where! Not too shabby!
Hey Fox, any idea on what the status will be on Glen Martinez this season? Will he be coming back?
Keep up the good work!
Dave,
Broncos fan in So. Cali.
February 29th, 2008 at 2:32 pm
always will follow your progress…you were a ambassador for the league and for the denver broncos! hope you stay but bizzness is bizzness…..
February 29th, 2008 at 7:15 pm
D-Fox….as others have and surely will mention, you are certainly loved here in Broncos Country. You show tremendous heart and class both on and off the field. I sure hope the Broncos keep you because I know you can be a key part of the defense’s resurgence. I hope you remain a Bronco so I can shake your hand at the Fan Fair this summer. Take care!!!
Jason….Wichita, KS
February 29th, 2008 at 8:38 pm
Mr. Foxworth,
I’ve been dealing with a lot of unfortunate situations lately, and reading a blog post like this brightened up my day.
It’s great to hear of the things you do and the things you encounter and now I can only hope that you remain a Bronco.
If you do stay, and as a matter of fact, even if you don’t:
Do your best to improve to become one of the best at your position, you deserve to be one of the best and no matter what happens keep this attitude.
Remember these comments and these blog posts of yours throughout your career and don’t change the way you act, it’s a pleasure to root for a player like yourself.
March 1st, 2008 at 1:53 pm
Foxy,
All us Bronco fans really love your game and I really hope the organization realizes how much of an asset you are and you get re-signed. If not I hope you end up like Domenik Hixon and go to a SuperBowl winning team. With everything you do for the community and the team you definitely deserve it. I hope to see you next season in Denver.
Peace,
Dominic
March 2nd, 2008 at 6:05 am
Hey Dominique.
i dunno if your gunna read this, but ill write it anyways.
I dont think any team could ask for a better class 3rd versatile CB than a guy such as yourself. i didnt see you get beat, and if you did i dont blame you or the rest of the DB corp. i hate to throw other broncos under the bus but tehre was no pressure on the Qb almost all season, and plus you Cb’s have to worry about helping with the run. People Say Bly and Bailey are not that great anymore. I say get them a pass rush and see how great they are.
keep up the good work, and when you guys get a DT and a LB you guys will get your title as the best secondary in the league back.
Your rivals for the title would be the eagles if they keep lito. i dont think adding samuel will be any better , he is a system cb. his performance is solely based on how his team does. i dont think he will do very well.
thank for potentially reading lol
eqbal aizimi.
March 2nd, 2008 at 8:00 pm
Hey Foxworth,
I am all the way in texas. I am a huge broncos fan. I went to visit my dad once in colorado who I have not seen in about 15 years. well just so you know the only reason we were attempting to go then was because you were doing a signing at a rent a center and I always wanted to meet a bronco. Well i was not able to make it to the rent a center so the whole trip wasnt worth it. Is there any way I can get a auto? And also do not leave you and champ have to keep it up next year. as for being young and listening. I am a teacher and coach now. I am a teacher at the school i graduated from. I am only 24 and been teaching 3 years now. I know its awesome how when I go to workshops and stuff people actually listen. Its awesome being young and giving people the young perspective on things it really helps. Thanks for everything you do and lets have a great year I am tired of hearing all of these cowboy fans mouth me.. my email is bates28@hotmail.com
March 2nd, 2008 at 9:05 pm
This is my first blog and I can’t think of a better time to start. Please stay Fox. From your latest blog you sound like one of the good guys and it’s been a real treat watching you out there playing for the orange and blue. These are some of the coolest fans i’ve ever seen and they all respect you, including me. I’m coming to Denver next year for my first Bronco’s game in Denver and I truely hope i’m yelling your name!!!!!
March 3rd, 2008 at 4:07 pm
foxy,
i hope u stay because bly is only here for a year or 2, and i want u and paymah back to either take his job or compete for it, paymah and foxworth the future shutdown corners of the denver broncos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 3rd, 2008 at 6:27 pm
Dominique,
You can tell by my username i am a huge fan of yours, and i will be incredibly disappointed if you leave. I read that “negative post” and i had mix feelings. I thought u did hold a few times but it was very exaggerated by shelbo on how many times. You are a stud, a great young player who i have no doubt will be a future starter. I would love to see u as a Bronco. Did u consider playing safety because i thought yeah you are a little inexperienced at it but your deep coverage is excellent and you have great speed. I hate to see Hazma and Paymah go but if it means resigning you then i would do it in a heart beat. I think your safety an corner play is very valuable. Your name has been popped up in a lot of rumors and i really hope the Broncos can land Dewayne Robertson, but i will be greatly disapointed and against the trade if i see you in that deal. I dont think we will draft Phillips because safety is not as an imediant need as some others. I hope you get the chance to read this you are loved and your staring opportunity will come soon, just be patient.
March 5th, 2008 at 2:02 pm
Hey Dom, its Justeen from WSTES (Heaney’s gf), not sure if you remember me or not lol it’s been a while. I’m still not even sure how I stumbled upon this but holy crap you are in the NFL! I guess you were right - NFLBound. Well Congrats, but it seems that I’m a little late with this. I hope all is well with you and I can’t wait for the season to start so I can see you play. Good luck!
March 6th, 2008 at 2:04 pm
Dominique –
I really hope you stick with the Broncos. I say print out all of these comments and have your agent carry them into negotiations. The organization should be absolutely giddy that they have such an outstanding young personality on the team.
How many other players are they going to find who spend their offseason working with the union and trying to make the league better, spend their free time helping kids, and who give their all on every play (your SF special teams preseason tackle convinced me of that)? On top of that, with young Rod, Hamza, Paymah, the DE’s you represent the next generation of Orange Crush.
Suffice it to say, from what I have read here, that whether you stay or go, there will be a whole bunch of Broncos fans who are Foxworth fans for life. Count me as one of them. Best of luck!
March 6th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
Fox we want you to remain a Bronx, as this team needs someone that is competent on the field, smart, and is a dynamite role model for the community. You fit in each area well. Teams do things for reasons beyond our recognition at times- we know you are valuable to the team and that is why they have considered you for trading. My ideals have always been that if a teams wants you, they don’t tender or franchise, they sign you to a long-term. Based on what I see, I’m seeing the Bronx not thinking long-term but more one-year (win now) instead of investing and taking on all of you and the others experience to help the team grow for years. I know I have heard you say many times that you wanted to be a Bronco, yet they put your name out for trade possibilities. I wonder if you new of this before your name hit the wire? I bet you didn’t, because for some reason it seems that posture of this team, doing things behind the scene. Al Wilsos left it all on the field and almost broke his neck, and they get rid of him in less than a month after the 2006 season was up. I bet it will be hard to trust the leaders of this team now, doing what they did in putting your name out for trade potential.
We want you to stay, but after something like this, I don’t know if I’d want to stay with my employer at IBM if they hung me out like this. I know you gotta do what you gotta do, but we want you as a bronco. Take care man, and I’m hoping that when season opens you are signe to a long-term and on the field starting or playing a lot as the third corner and nickle.
Charles
March 10th, 2008 at 2:35 am
My .02,
Last year was a lousy year for your “contract year”. I saw the disarray on defense and unfortunately it diminished your value.
My advice ? Sign a one year deal, go out, kick some tail, then reap the rewards.
Find a team that suits your style, make them an offer they can’t refuse.
(get a ring this year)
Good luck, God bless.
March 10th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
The team stunk last year. Poor leadership, poor coaching and in many cases placing players in positions that would hurt instead of helping to win or allowing for players to be effective. I saw this in the D-line, tightend, and secondary. As for advice to players, I don’t think none of us can inform players what to do with their career. I have stated many times, I don’t run a 40 in 4.35, can’t lift 225lbs 30 times, nor am I on any NFL roster or was “All-Conference” as these players have been. So I think we should refrain from telling them what they should do, because as stated no one else on this entire blog has their level of competitiveness. So Fox, Humza, Myers, and Paymah should what they feel is right, especially when a team puts your name out for trade possibilities. That in itself shows his value is good, that they could use him to get a value player in return. So if he wants to play here and the playing time is right as well as $$$$, do it and or pursue another. Its business, the bronx know it is and that is why they do what they do. Players have to protect themselves.
Charles
March 14th, 2008 at 9:37 am
i luv that u guys are getting close off the field nobody can mess with ya on it!!! much respect and luck this season!!! oh yah rod …rodgers is raw do u ever feel after u lock up corner that he might get sum time in your role! safty and nickle guy?? just curious…ps old rod “likes to party”