Portis apparently is not a dog lover

Skinsfanatic · 05-18-2007, 10:06 PM

According to PFT, Portis made some pretty dumb comments:

PORTIS SUPPORTS VICK

Redskins running back Clinton Portis and left tackle Chris Samuels have spoken out in support of Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, who currently is caught up in a dog-fighting investigation.

But they're not saying that Vick is innocent. Per Portis, it's no big deal if Vick is guilty.

"I don't know if he was fighting dogs or not, but it's his property, it's his dog," Portis told WAVY-TV. "If that's what he wants to do, do it."

As Portis spoke, Samuels started laughing, and at one point raised his eyebrows with (as we interpret it) an "oh sh-t I can't believe he's saying this" look on his face.

"I think people should mind their business," Portis added.

In response to the question of whether dog-fighting is prevalent in the NFL and the NBA, Portis said, "I mean it's prevalent in life. . . . I'm from Laurel, Mississippi. I know a lot of back roads that got the dog fight if you want to go see it."

Um, we're not licensed to practice law in Virginia, but we don't think that the Commonwealth has formally recognized the defenses of "everybody does it" or "if it's behind closed doors, it's okay."

And if we didn't know better (and, actually, we don't), we'd be inclined to wonder whether Portis has been to a few of those dog fights in Laurel, Mississippi.

Or in Surry County, Virginia.

And Clinton's comments provide even more reason to believe that Ray Buchanan said what Chris Landry said he said about Vick and dog fighting. The lesson here is that current and former NFL players look out for each other, no matter how ridiculous they look or sound when doing so.

Need more evidence that Portis should be ignored on this point? He refers to Vick as a "positive role model." We need to know whether Clinton gave Mike this label for giving the middle finger to the home fans (including kids) or giving an STD to the ex-girlfriend. Or maybe he's referring to the water bottle thing. There are just so many positive things from which to choose.

Daseal · 05-18-2007, 10:11 PM

I don't like the sound of that..

Skinsfanatic · 05-18-2007, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Daseal

I don't like the sound of that..

Can't imagine Gibbs will either.

holmester · 05-19-2007, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Daseal

I don't like the sound of that..

WOW. This is worthy of its own thread and i hope the moderators get a hold of it. This honestly makes me feel sick because to be honest CP was probaly my favorite skin. I mean the only reason Taylor wasn't was because of his immaturity but now that he's grown i dont even know what to say. I am honestly speachless. WTF is Portis thinkin. I'm not tryin to seem preechy but im in the boat with Gibbs where I like to see players with good values and good morals. The fact that Portis is making light of this dog situation is a joke. You can put me on the record right here and mark this down, if there is not a good explanation for these comment's I want Portis traded, as much as I loved him there is no room for this. I expect the foot to come down hard and soon. MODERATORS if this is true try to make as much impat as possible. Portis is a great player no doubt but I feel if were gonna go to the show with gibbs it's gonna take character and the shit aint helpin. I want some light on this and i want it soon.

dmek25 · 05-18-2007, 10:24 PM

think Vick will feel Godell's wrath?

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-19-2007, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by dmek25

think Vick will feel Godell's wrath?

maybe but portis also said on ballers on bet last night that we would be in the nfc championship game at least

hooskins · 05-18-2007, 10:33 PM

Haha..i dont know Portis just says alotta stuff...

wilsowilso · 05-18-2007, 11:00 PM

I like Portis, but damn that's the stupidest thing I have ever heard him say.
Maybe this issue needs to be put way out in the public spotlight and if a few ignorant NFL stars are the ones to do it so be it. Obviously some people need an education on how to treat man's best friend.

GridIron26 · 05-18-2007, 11:16 PM

Wow I can't believe it..

RobH4413 · 05-18-2007, 11:32 PM

I'm down in outer banks right now and just saw it on t.v. It was pretty much stereotypical Clinton Portis joking around. I wouldn't really look too much into this.

70Chip · 05-19-2007, 01:05 AM

Bob Costas hates dogs too:

Bob Costas: Dogfights At Vick's House 'Some Of The Best Dogfights I Have Ever Seen' | The Onion - America's Finest News Source

djnemo65 · 05-19-2007, 01:41 AM

I hope he was just kidding because I think this whole thing is absolutely disgusting.

holmester · 05-19-2007, 03:07 AM

I should have mentioned that this could all be bullshit(and i hope it is). But until I hear otherwise I will defend my previous statements.

GMScud · 05-19-2007, 04:00 AM

He likes to goof around with the media, but I don't think he was kidding about this. Dammit Clinton. This isn't a joke. Vick is on the verge of being in deep, felony shit. And having our star tailback back him up, joking or not, is bad news. Man, my best friend is a dog lover and Skins hater. I'm never gonna hear the end of this....

Pocket$ $traight · 05-19-2007, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by GMScud

He likes to goof around with the media, but I don't think he was kidding about this. Dammit Clinton. This isn't a joke. Vick is on the verge of being in deep, felony shit. And having our star tailback back him up, joking or not, is bad news. Man, my best friend is a dog lover and Skins hater. I'm never gonna hear the end of this....

Yeah because the system makes an example of athletes all the time...

Vick won't spend one hour behind bars. He may get suspended but there would have to be some extremely strong evidence for that and I am not talking about some clown saying, "Yeah, I saw him there his dog tore up my dog". Wouldn't the person who would be pointing him out be breaking the law themselves?

Clinton keeps it real and says funny/stupid things all the time. I wouldn't give his comments a second look.

05-18-2007, 10:06 PM	#1
Skinsfanatic The Starter Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 2,386	Portis apparently is not a dog lover According to PFT, Portis made some pretty dumb comments: PORTIS SUPPORTS VICK Redskins running back Clinton Portis and left tackle Chris Samuels have spoken out in support of Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, who currently is caught up in a dog-fighting investigation. But they're not saying that Vick is innocent. Per Portis, it's no big deal if Vick is guilty. "I don't know if he was fighting dogs or not, but it's his property, it's his dog," Portis told WAVY-TV. "If that's what he wants to do, do it." As Portis spoke, Samuels started laughing, and at one point raised his eyebrows with (as we interpret it) an "oh sh-t I can't believe he's saying this" look on his face. "I think people should mind their business," Portis added. In response to the question of whether dog-fighting is prevalent in the NFL and the NBA, Portis said, "I mean it's prevalent in life. . . . I'm from Laurel, Mississippi. I know a lot of back roads that got the dog fight if you want to go see it." Um, we're not licensed to practice law in Virginia, but we don't think that the Commonwealth has formally recognized the defenses of "everybody does it" or "if it's behind closed doors, it's okay." And if we didn't know better (and, actually, we don't), we'd be inclined to wonder whether Portis has been to a few of those dog fights in Laurel, Mississippi. Or in Surry County, Virginia. And Clinton's comments provide even more reason to believe that Ray Buchanan said what Chris Landry said he said about Vick and dog fighting. The lesson here is that current and former NFL players look out for each other, no matter how ridiculous they look or sound when doing so. Need more evidence that Portis should be ignored on this point? He refers to Vick as a "positive role model." We need to know whether Clinton gave Mike this label for giving the middle finger to the home fans (including kids) or giving an STD to the ex-girlfriend. Or maybe he's referring to the water bottle thing. There are just so many positive things from which to choose.

05-18-2007, 10:11 PM	#2
Daseal Puppy Kicker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arlington, Virginia Age: 42 Posts: 8,341	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover I don't like the sound of that.. __________________ Best. Player. Available.

05-18-2007, 10:24 PM	#5
dmek25 MVP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: lancaster,pa Age: 63 Posts: 10,672	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover think Vick will feel Godell's wrath? __________________ "It's better to be quiet and thought a fool than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt." courtesy of 53fan

05-18-2007, 10:33 PM	#7
hooskins Most Interesting Man in the World Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Chantilly, VA Age: 38 Posts: 8,606	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover Haha..i dont know Portis just says alotta stuff... __________________ Vacancy

05-18-2007, 11:00 PM	#8
wilsowilso Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Age: 52 Posts: 2,841	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover I like Portis, but damn that's the stupidest thing I have ever heard him say. Maybe this issue needs to be put way out in the public spotlight and if a few ignorant NFL stars are the ones to do it so be it. Obviously some people need an education on how to treat man's best friend.

05-18-2007, 11:16 PM	#9
GridIron26 Playmaker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Age: 37 Posts: 3,593	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover Wow I can't believe it..

05-18-2007, 11:32 PM	#10
RobH4413 Wildcard Bitches Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bethesda, MD Age: 40 Posts: 2,638	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover I'm down in outer banks right now and just saw it on t.v. It was pretty much stereotypical Clinton Portis joking around. I wouldn't really look too much into this.

05-19-2007, 01:05 AM	#11
70Chip Playmaker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Manassas Age: 54 Posts: 3,048	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover Bob Costas hates dogs too: Bob Costas: Dogfights At Vick's House 'Some Of The Best Dogfights I Have Ever Seen' \| The Onion - America's Finest News Source __________________ This Monkey's Gone to Heaven

05-19-2007, 01:41 AM	#12
djnemo65 Playmaker Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 2,836	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover I hope he was just kidding because I think this whole thing is absolutely disgusting.

05-19-2007, 03:07 AM	#13
holmester Camp Scrub Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 54	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover I should have mentioned that this could all be bullshit(and i hope it is). But until I hear otherwise I will defend my previous statements.

05-19-2007, 04:00 AM	#14
GMScud Swearinger Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 12,626	Re: Portis apparently is not a dog lover He likes to goof around with the media, but I don't think he was kidding about this. Dammit Clinton. This isn't a joke. Vick is on the verge of being in deep, felony shit. And having our star tailback back him up, joking or not, is bad news. Man, my best friend is a dog lover and Skins hater. I'm never gonna hear the end of this.... __________________ Tardy

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