http://blogcritics.org/ A sinister cabal of superior bloggers on music, books, film, popular culture, politics, and technology - updated continuously. en Copyright 2002-2006 by the authors Mon, 21 Aug 2006 13:21:02 EDT http://backend.userland.com/rss Blogcritics.org custom software http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/03/18/191302.php#comment-430665 As a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, I was disheartened and outraged at the dissension that Terrell Owens caused for the Eagles in Owens' second year as wide receiver. Because of his immense ego, coupled by his insults, his temper tantrums, and his demands, I don't see how TO's selection by the Cowboys will serve them in the long term. Owens is a serious disruptive factor for any team on which he is a player. Yes, he is immensely talented; but along with that immense talent is an even larger ego. Unfortunately, TO has never learned to be a team player. Additionally, TO has a checkered history with injuries; so it will be interesting to see how he fares in another NFL jersey. At training camp he complained of a "sore" hamstring that kept him from playing in Dallas's first two preseason games. I can't help but think he "stages" events so he can make a grand entrance. Don't forget that while in Philadelphia, he held a press conference on his lawn showing to the media that he was in great physical shape, while simultaneously missing practice sessions. He deliberately "stages" events to suit his purpose. Should be an interesting year for sure! ]]> 430665@blogcritics.org Mon, 21 Aug 2006 13:21:02 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/03/18/191302.php#comment-355656 If T.O. could just be judged on his skill, then we could say that the Cowboys have scored big. However, T.O.'s me-me-me personality and immature rants when things aren't going his way point to the Cowboys having made a HUGE mistake. My guess is he'll look and act good for most of this season and then the dissention will start to rear its ugly head toward the end of season one or at the beginning of two. He's a ticking time bomb. Just ask Steve Mariucci. And Jeff Garcia. They thought T.O. would be an asset in S.F. Just ask Donovan McNabb. And Andy Reid. They thought they could keep him in check in Philly. Not. Tick. Tick. Tick. ]]> 355656@blogcritics.org Fri, 21 Apr 2006 20:41:07 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/03/18/191302.php#comment-344790 Hey AJ.. why don't we bet on "how long will it take before TO screws up the Cowboys ? first month.. second month .. mid season ? .. are you up for it? Cheers! ]]> 344790@blogcritics.org Sun, 2 Apr 2006 16:37:45 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/03/18/191302.php#comment-344571 I don't see how this could work.. not even remotely .... It is indeed quite a gamble.. hopefully cowboys will cut him loose at the slightest hint of his antics. ]]> 344571@blogcritics.org Sun, 2 Apr 2006 00:19:49 EST http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/03/18/191302.php#comment-344164 As a young cowboys fan back in the 70s, I whole-heartedly believe that TO is an asset to the Cowboys Franchise! Look at his stats, what he has achieved.. and what he can do for the team. Yes, the STAR episode was breaking.. however, Parcells is still the man. He is capable of handling tough players. Reference, Johnson's last interception against the Panthers to end the win. This is a great move. Cowboys have the players... lets put it together! See you in Feb 07! ]]> 344164@blogcritics.org Sat, 1 Apr 2006 02:37:40 EST http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/03/18/191302.php#comment-336612 Parcells isn't the coach he used to be, either. So that has to factor into the anti-cohesion somehow. ]]> 336612@blogcritics.org Sat, 18 Mar 2006 20:59:24 EST http://blogcritics.org/archives/2006/03/18/191302.php#comment-336605 Well, the conventional wisdom is that Owens will quickly destroy the harmonious cohesion of ANY locker room he is allowed to enter, and that therefore he is a net-negative for ANY team, despite his many great athletic talents. And, in this case, I tend to agree with the conventional wisdom... ]]> 336605@blogcritics.org Sat, 18 Mar 2006 20:19:18 EST