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I totally agree here. If Brands was invited and committed to do the thing he needs either do it or send the proper person. Throwing Gilman into this at the last minute is putting him in a bad spot. Obviously trying to roast people is not a natural for him and I don't think we needed to see him try to know that.
^^This. Not many 23-yr-olds are skilled in public speaking.
^^This, too. When you roast with a smile, everyone knows it's in fun. When you roast without a smile, it comes off as angry, hateful, and personal.
Well, I think the tough-guy reputation sticks if the program is winning championships. Without the championships, the tough-guy schtick comes off like the Oakland Raiders.
why are you such a dick?
Some things that Gilman said were not really needed and he didn't have to swear that much. But like others said, it was supposed to be a roast session and Schwab did say that it was all in fun and they were supposed to roast each other. I don't necessarily think Gilman had to say the part about not wanting people to cheer for him as a team USA member, but I agree with Chief and can somewhat see his point of view and why he said that. Also, Gilman did what Gilman does and he spoke his mind. He never has and never will care what anyone thinks about his opinions. I was also a big fan of Metcalf as a hawk but I liked the part about him wrestling dresser, metcalf, etc. he responded about him and the hawks ready to wrestle anyone anywhere and I thought it was kinda funny. He went to far at times and maybe said things that he shouldn't have. But that's Gilman for ya and that's what people had to expect.
Lastly, @MVPFAN I didn't want to quote your whole post just to show you my opinion on gilmans speech, and I also agree with a lot of your things and like you as a poster... but, you said "obviously trying to roast people is not a natural for him..." I actually believe he did do a pretty good job roasting people based on how much some people are overreacting. He struck a nerve with some people and even though he might not have done it in the funniest way, he definitely got the roasting job done.
Lastly, @MVPFAN I didn't want to quote your whole post just to show you my opinion on gilmans speech, and I also agree with a lot of your things and like you as a poster... but, you said "obviously trying to roast people is not a natural for him..." I actually believe he did do a pretty good job roasting people based on how much some people are overreacting. He struck a nerve with some people and even though he might not have done it in the funniest way, he definitely got the roasting job done.
Roast he did no doubt. Like i said before, similar content with a more polished delivery and it would have come off as he was intending.
Glad to know your sister will be in Tokyo cheering on Gilman and the rest of Team USA.
Umm, not a Gilman fan, but think everybody is putting WAY too much drama in this. Ya'll hyping up that drama probably wear skinny pants and eat vegan BBQ, or are just ((((soft))))!
This.
Lot's of comedians drop the F bomb, so that's not the issue. But an event like this should be done in the spirit of helping wrestling, and taking humorous potshots at other schools and competitors.
Staring down someone while saying 'you suck' and challanging others to fight in the parking lot .....sounds more like jr high school.
Not a great night.
No inner turmoil... just message board discussion about something that will be forgotten in about a week, once real matches begin.
Inner turmoil? Nuh-uh...Where? The phones at 83% and I’m bored as f***. Please tell me where I can find it..
Gilman sounds like a guy with chip, although in context the stuff he said wasn't so shocking "in these times".
On the other hand, it would be better for the program's public relations if he'd demonstrated better wit and reduced crudity.
On the other hand, it would be better for the program's public relations if he'd demonstrated better wit and reduced crudity.
Wow. Gilman was so caustic the owners decided to sell the business lock stock and barrel.
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Is it true Gilman doesn't read the books he hauls around? Word on the street is he listens to the audio books and has a book in hand claiming to read them. Guess he started doing this after an opponent said he wasn't to bright. Am I wrong? Gilman, can you answer this and shut those people up?
I have it from a reliable source that he reads the books first, then he goes back and buys the audiobook and listens with book in hand the 2nd time through and takes notes. Great for retention. Smart dude.
LOL, what a dumb conversation to be having with anyone.
Pretty sure it's been for sale for awhile now. Maybe that's why there was such a late invitation.
Actually, I agree. That learning technique is great for dyslexics.
Well played DonHawk!
PDIII did not look good. Wait for the complete meltdown Iowa! We are all waiting. hahaha. Brands' last straw this season.
He didn't? He lost to Richard Perry and a stud Russian in close bouts. He beat the other pretty handily. Perry is a stud as well.
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Thought he looked alright. On par with a college kid that could win a title at 184.
You need to go listen to a Tony Robbins audible book or something yourself. Seem like you have some deep seeded issues boiling up on a rivals message board.
I finally got around to watching this. I think some of you are just a little too soft... or old and crippled... or just plain oranges (cat words). This was a roast in a collage town bar. Grow a pair and move on. Gilman did a fine job and I am proud that he is a Hawkeye.
Got a good chuckle outta that one. Gilman is a badass and I loved his performance. No chance this has any effect on recruiting other than a positive one.
You do know he is not a Hawkeye? If becomes one, he will be the oldest Hawkeye ever. lol
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