I'm Not Sticking By Gibbs

MTK · 11-01-2004, 02:55 PM

I'm not sure the poll is very objective here so I went with other.

I'll stick by Gibbs through thick and thin. I'd much rather be in this situation with Gibbs than Spurrier. Even though times are tough, I don't have that same sinking feeling that I had last year. The record might say 2-5, but the team is still battling and sticking together. Last year it seemed the team rolled over and gave up. That to me is a direct reflection of the Head Coach.

Gibbs will get this thing worked out, he's too smart and too determined not too. He's going to put in the time and effort to get things fixed. Nobody wants to bring DC a winner more than Gibbs. He didn't have to come back to the game, he's a Hall of Famer, 3 Super Bowl rings and nothing else to prove. But he did come back and part of the reason was he was getting sick of seeing the Redskins get kicked around. And now he has to deal with boo's at home calling for Ramsey and thousands of assistant coaches on the internet who somehow have more knowledge of the game than he does.

In this day and age of 'what have you done for me lately' I guess 3 Championships quickly loses it's luster, but I think we owe him our patience. As I pointed out in another thread Dick Vermiel has gone through very similar circumstances, he back back after a long layoff, his teams struggled in their first two seasons, but patience, dedication and hard work paid off.

If anybody wants off the Gibbs bandwagon fine, but don't come crawling back once he gets things turned around.

SkinsRock · 11-01-2004, 03:16 PM

People have pointed out that last year under Spurrier, the Skins whad a better record at this point. True, but where did they go from there? Straight down! The point is, while it is frustrating as hell being 2-5, it feels different than if Spurrier, or anyone else for that matter, was the head coach. With Gibbs, combined with the way we have lost those 5 games (with the D keeping them close to the end), there is much less of a sense of panic. Odds are that he WILL somehow, some way get the ship turned around, and while in all likelyhood the Skins probably won't make the playoffs, there is a good chance that the season will end on an upswing....which will set the stage for the Skins being a formidable team next season. If you ask me, that's a hell of a lot better than starting 3-1, only to end up 5-11. IN GIBBS WE TRUST.

ZackMills · 11-01-2004, 03:22 PM

two words:

Gibbs sucks

SmootSmack · 11-01-2004, 03:30 PM

I went with Gibbs is Partly to Blame, Brunell is Partly to Blame. I mean we're talking about the starting QB and head coach. I would think for any team the head coach and starting QB would be at least partly responsible for the success, or lack thereof, of the team

Now keep in mind that saying Gibbs is partly to blame doesn't mean Gibbs should be fired, Gibbs sucks, or anything like that. It just means that he should be held at least partly accountable for the 5 losses. And one of the best things about Gibbs is that he knows it too and he's not going to say "Hey I've got three rings, it's not my fault" He's going to assume responsibility and lead this team back to where it belongs.

ChounsMan · 11-03-2004, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZackMills

two words:

Gibbs sucks

That is a retarded statement & I'm sure you said it because your pissed the Skins lost on Sunday. Simple truth is, Gibbs is a great leader & coach. He consistent & that's why he wins. You can not just pull a guy in & out of the roster each week to win. I for one am no Brunell fan, but at this point your only option is to stick with him if you want to have any chance to finish the season on any sort of a high note.

If Ramsey starts next week your just gonna see a guy that's going to need several games to learn the system in game situations. Brunell is the only option now in week 9.

Brunell clearly can not perform like years past. Ramsey...? I'm still not sure yet.....?

I'd say the Skins are gonna need to either draft a rookie QB next season or sign/trade for a quality future pro QB.

Riggo44 · 11-04-2004, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZackMills

two words:

Gibbs sucks

I just hope your saying that next year when Gibbs is kicking some ass ZACK!

ZackMills · 11-04-2004, 07:40 PM

Quote:

I just hope your saying that next year when Gibbs is kicking some ass ZACK!

Bold statement: Gibbs won't take this team to the playoffs in his tenure.

...he's taking this team now the proverbial

RedskinRat · 11-04-2004, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Riggo44

I just hope your saying that next year when Gibbs is kicking some ass ZACK!

It won't matter, we still won't be listening to him.

Sheriff Gonna Getcha · 11-01-2004, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

And now he has to deal with boo's at home calling for Ramsey and thousands of assistant coaches on the internet who somehow have more knowledge of the game than he does.

If anybody wants off the Gibbs bandwagon fine, but don't come crawling back once he gets things turned around.

1. Are you saying he shouldn't have to deal with calls for Ramsey?

2. Are you saying people calling for Ramsey shouldn't be because we don't have more football knowledge than Gibbs?

3. Just because we attack Gibbs' decision to keep Brunell in and blame him for losses doesn't mean that we can't enjoy a few wins.

4. I'm as entitled to my opinion as anyone else, whether that means I'm supporting or attacking Gibbs.

5. I seem to recall you said you thought we should bench Brunell if we didn't win this week. Have you changed your mind or are you arguing with Gibbs who has superior football knowledge.

View Poll Results: Is Gibbs to Blame for the Teams Woes?
Of course not, he's not out on the field	19	22.09%
Brunell is partly to blame and Gibbs is partly to blame	41	47.67%
The buck stops at his feet	16	18.60%
Other	10	11.63%
Voters: 86. You may not vote on this poll

11-01-2004, 03:30 PM	#4
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	I went with Gibbs is Partly to Blame, Brunell is Partly to Blame. I mean we're talking about the starting QB and head coach. I would think for any team the head coach and starting QB would be at least partly responsible for the success, or lack thereof, of the team Now keep in mind that saying Gibbs is partly to blame doesn't mean Gibbs should be fired, Gibbs sucks, or anything like that. It just means that he should be held at least partly accountable for the 5 losses. And one of the best things about Gibbs is that he knows it too and he's not going to say "Hey I've got three rings, it's not my fault" He's going to assume responsibility and lead this team back to where it belongs. __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

11-01-2004, 02:55 PM	#1
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 52 Posts: 99,832	I'm not sure the poll is very objective here so I went with other. I'll stick by Gibbs through thick and thin. I'd much rather be in this situation with Gibbs than Spurrier. Even though times are tough, I don't have that same sinking feeling that I had last year. The record might say 2-5, but the team is still battling and sticking together. Last year it seemed the team rolled over and gave up. That to me is a direct reflection of the Head Coach. Gibbs will get this thing worked out, he's too smart and too determined not too. He's going to put in the time and effort to get things fixed. Nobody wants to bring DC a winner more than Gibbs. He didn't have to come back to the game, he's a Hall of Famer, 3 Super Bowl rings and nothing else to prove. But he did come back and part of the reason was he was getting sick of seeing the Redskins get kicked around. And now he has to deal with boo's at home calling for Ramsey and thousands of assistant coaches on the internet who somehow have more knowledge of the game than he does. In this day and age of 'what have you done for me lately' I guess 3 Championships quickly loses it's luster, but I think we owe him our patience. As I pointed out in another thread Dick Vermiel has gone through very similar circumstances, he back back after a long layoff, his teams struggled in their first two seasons, but patience, dedication and hard work paid off. If anybody wants off the Gibbs bandwagon fine, but don't come crawling back once he gets things turned around.

11-01-2004, 03:16 PM	#2
SkinsRock Impact Rookie Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Crofton, MD Age: 55 Posts: 907	People have pointed out that last year under Spurrier, the Skins whad a better record at this point. True, but where did they go from there? Straight down! The point is, while it is frustrating as hell being 2-5, it feels different than if Spurrier, or anyone else for that matter, was the head coach. With Gibbs, combined with the way we have lost those 5 games (with the D keeping them close to the end), there is much less of a sense of panic. Odds are that he WILL somehow, some way get the ship turned around, and while in all likelyhood the Skins probably won't make the playoffs, there is a good chance that the season will end on an upswing....which will set the stage for the Skins being a formidable team next season. If you ask me, that's a hell of a lot better than starting 3-1, only to end up 5-11. IN GIBBS WE TRUST.

11-01-2004, 03:22 PM	#3
ZackMills Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 176	two words: Gibbs sucks

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