Pretty easy. They appreciate, talent, and good hard wrestling, despite his history. Clearly their approval validated no bias coming into the event.
There is literally no other room in the country that is this dysfunctional. These guys hate each other.
So those who don't think like you are boot lickers. Interesting? And why does he have more very specific guidelines than anyone else on our team? Shouldn't they all be held to the same standard? Or are we biased and have separate standards for the ones we don't like?
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Dude, they are all assholes. If you can't realize it by now, you never will.
I'm sure you're a great guy, but that statement sounds somewhat hypocritical, like you have a standard for Ferrari's and then for everyone else. I know that's not what you're saying but it does look that way...
AJ Brown is a receiver for the Eagles you inbred moron
Where did I say Gabe took a swing at anyone or that Gabe gave anyone the finger? You're reading what you want to read vice what I wrote. And what do you mean "this was not AJ's altercation?" I completely disagree; this was AJ's altercation and he needs to be accountable for his actions. Perhaps a match or two suspension if/when he does join the team? I don't know. But I'm not going to kick him off the team for giving the bird or for getting into a pissing contest that resulted in a swing and a miss following a hard fought match.
You beat me to the punch! I was thinking WTH is he talking about?
you’re speaking like he hasn’t had chance after chance after chance. and never once has he apologized or owned his mistakes. you can’t help someone who refuses to be helped.See, now that I didn't see in the Soldier Salute video feed from BTN+. And had I seen it I would in no way be OK with it. But at the same time I'm not dreaming of throwing a kid off the team for a heat of the moment, knee jerk reaction as felonious as double fingers to the crowd. That said, this is why TnT get paid the big bucks. I will trust that they either develop AJ into a stellar Hawk or release him from the team. But I'm not dreaming of releasing anyone for giving the bird, single or double. Not happy with it, but not going to kick him off the team.
One of the Hawks at the time I used to love watching, Sam Stoll, got into trouble with law enforcement and was "formally charged with 'false report to public entity.' The simple misdemeanor charge can result in up to 30 days in county jail and a fine of up to $625." That said, I don't recall anyone giving one of my favorite wrestlers at the time the boot for said charge. So all I'm asking for is some perspective. What's the maximum sentence for giving the double bird during the heat of the moment at Soldier Salute? One match suspension? I don't know. But I do know I don't want to piss away a chance at an NCAA champ because he's got anger issues. Hell, we're talking about wrestlers; I wish we had a few more with anger issues on our team. Kidding of course, but you get my point.
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This.
Friend I can only see what BTN+ shows me on the video. I saw where he gave the bird to his opponent and then he went off screen. That said, when I did hear about it I acknowledged it and gave my thoughts (none of them good) about his actions. Clearly something needs to be done, but I'm absolutely opposed to him not becoming a Hawk because he gave the crowd the bird in the heat of the moment. But I'm good with whatever TnT decide; they know much more than I do and get paid the big bucks for making the big decisions.
I'm not disagreeing with anything you said, though can honestly say I don't know what chance after chance after chance he's had. I only know - at least I think - that he appears to have anger issues that need addressed. If TnT can make it work, good. If not, I'm sure they'll do what's best for the Hawks. Not aimed at you or anyone else, but I just refuse to jump on the anti-Ferrari bus based on what I've read thus far. TnT know far more than me and they still seem to be willing to give him a chance as a Hawk. So why would I go against them?
If TnT don't think they can control him, then they've got to do what they've got to do. I just hate losing the other two.
Yeah, definitely not a good showing. I'm still hopeful as I've only seen limited stuff on AJ but some of you more steady and knowledgeable posters are making me lose hope. I just want the best for our program and will trust whatever path Brands decides to take. Like you said in another post, he's not yet a Hawk so this might be then end of that journey before it started.
Lol...No Shit...Bunch of Sally's over reacting....
AJ has no business being in an Iowa singlet. Ever.See, now that I didn't see in the Soldier Salute video feed from BTN+. And had I seen it I would in no way be OK with it. But at the same time I'm not dreaming of throwing a kid off the team for a heat of the moment, knee jerk reaction as felonious as double fingers to the crowd. That said, this is why TnT get paid the big bucks. I will trust that they either develop AJ into a stellar Hawk or release him from the team. But I'm not dreaming of releasing anyone for giving the bird, single or double. Not happy with it, but not going to kick him off the team.
One of the Hawks at the time I used to love watching, Sam Stoll, got into trouble with law enforcement and was "formally charged with 'false report to public entity.' The simple misdemeanor charge can result in up to 30 days in county jail and a fine of up to $625." That said, I don't recall anyone giving one of my favorite wrestlers at the time the boot for said charge. So all I'm asking for is some perspective. What's the maximum sentence for giving the double bird during the heat of the moment at Soldier Salute? One match suspension? I don't know. But I do know I don't want to piss away a chance at an NCAA champ because he's got anger issues. Hell, we're talking about wrestlers; I wish we had a few more with anger issues on our team. Kidding of course, but you get my point.
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Exactly what I was thinking. I wanted one of them to ask the hard questions about AJ. Instead they avoided any difficult questions and asked about some things not at all important or interview worthy at this stage. I'm thinking perhaps Brands told the reporters in advance to not even go there. That said, Brands clearly stated that "it wasn't all rosie" and that they've got to work some things out. Below is a link to an interview with Brands talking about ADS a few years ago. Based on his dialogue in the interview I don't think AJ's going anywhere just yet. Just like Brands said about Austin, I think Brands is thinking we do need AJ and we do need Angelo, and AJ, if he becomes a Hawk, is going to spend a match or two watching Glazier beat Allred (would love to see that) and perhaps Joles. Really curious to see how it unfolds. And no, I'm not saying AJ's post match antics from today were synonymous or comparable with ADS' from years past. I'm just making a deduction based on the Brands' interview regarding ADS, specifically the part about how bad we needed ADS, and inferring the same need for the Ferrari's. Would love to see AJ control his emotions and become a national champ for the Hawks.
Yeah I didn't see or hear that either...and there's no indication in this video that show such a situation. I'm thinking Drake would have acted differently if called a bitch.
Are you saying he pissed on his own wiener?!
I hope they do come up with the plan and that the plan works. We definitely need the talent that AJ and Angelo bring to the party.
I genuinely like Ironside and appreciate the insider info he brings, but he's said some bone-headed shit the past two or three broadcasts. He was absolutely tone deaf this weekend and as you mentioned, needs to start doing research before he shows up. Cringe-worthy.
Considering Marinelli isn't officially apart of the coaching staff, I'd be very concerned if he has any say whatsoever.
I meant the jaw jacking and pushing/shoving, etc., that occurs at the end of some of the more aggressive tackling/hitting plays. I didn't see any fingers today though did some research and saw where an NFL QB was fined $12k and flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct (15 yards) for flipping off the opponent's sideline. No release from the team or suspension. I'm not sure the bird is considered so egregious though it's clearly very inappropriate and not the standard of excellence we expect from our athletes.
