New Billboard look

[patmoran2006]

For those who already contributed, or perhaps may. We changed the message on the billboard.

I think this is better

What do you think?

NEW BILLBOARD (http://www.buffalosportsdaily.com/donate/)

[Michael82]

Hmmm....I think I liked the old one better. Except for the bottom of it....


Buffalo Bill Cowher

-under it, write "Make it happen, Ralph!"

[patmoran2006]

Well we can fiddle with that, its digital can change it daily if we want.

Lets see what happens over next 48 hours with people kicking in.

Hopefully the YNN TV story tonight helps too

[Typ0]

How about:

73,967 out of 73,967 fans.

[Dying_-2-_Live]

We're getting there guys
Like the new design better to be honest

[patmoran2006]

How about:

73,967 out of 73,967 fans.
Is that the capacity at the Ralph these days?

I think thats more effective, yer right.

[BillsWin]

Bring in the Chin.

[Typ0]

Is that the capacity at the Ralph these days?

I think thats more effective, yer right.


Something like that. Confirm the number ;)

[Mudflap1]

Is that the capacity at the Ralph these days?

I think thats more effective, yer right.

How about "73,697 fans out of 73,697 want:

COWHER POWER (with a picture of Bill, if that's possible).

Make it happen Ralph!"

Or, simply:

"The loyal fans of Buffalo say it's time for COWHER POWER (with a picture of Bill)

Make it happen Ralph!"

[Michael82]

How about "73,697 fans out of 73,697 want:

COWHER POWER (with a picture of Bill, if that's possible).

Make it happen Ralph!"

I love that!

[Mudflap1]

I love that!

It's simple and to the point. Russ Brandon will be jealous!

[patmoran2006]

How about "73,697 fans out of 73,697 want:

COWHER POWER (with a picture of Bill, if that's possible).

Make it happen Ralph!"

Or, simply:

"The loyal fans of Buffalo say it's time for COWHER POWER (with a picture of Bill)

Make it happen Ralph!"

I dont want any unauthorized images or logos that could potentially get me in trouble

[Mudflap1]

I dont want any unauthorized images or logos that could potentially get me in trouble

No picture then.

"The Loyal Fans of Buffalo Say It's Time For:

COWHER POWER!!!

Make It Happen Ralph!"

Can you throw the Bills logo in there? If not, then no problem. Just make the whole thing red, white, and blue.

[patmoran2006]

Bills Logo is the LAST thing I will put in there, if anything, I can probably get away with a Cowher image that's not from his Pittsburgh days.

[mikemac2001]

Bills Logo is the LAST thing I will put in there, if anything, I can probably get away with a Cowher image that's not from his Pittsburgh days.


wouldn't chance it maybe a artist image of cowher could tho?

[Mudflap1]

You don't really need any pictures. If it's red, white, and blue, everyone will know who Cowher is.

[patmoran2006]

We're almost half way there, 522.33

Hopefully some Bills fans start to step up.


This message isnt just about luring Bill Cowher for a publicity standpoint, its about a clear cut message to Ralph WIlson to put his money where his mouth is.

Until I hear it from the Chin's mouth, I refuse to believe he'd reject 10 million per year to come to Buffalo

[T-Long]

I think you can use any picture from the AP, so I would just find one without him wearing any NFL licensed merchandise and use it.

[Slim]

I think you can use any picture from the AP, so I would just find one without him wearing any NFL licensed merchandise and use it.


Good idea.

Congrats by the way buddy :up:

[Dying_-2-_Live]

use this picture?
http://assets.nydailynews.com/img/2009/01/07/alg_cowher.jpg

Its an AP picture without any logos or anything

~I really wish i had the cash to just put this thing up now!

[Michael82]

This is perfect....




"The Loyal Fans of Buffalo Say It's Time For: COWHER POWER!!!http://assets.nydailynews.com/img/2009/01/07/alg_cowher.jpg

Make It Happen Ralph!"

[Mudflap1]

Nice work Michael!

[Dying_-2-_Live]

I really like it... wish it could have the Bills logo but, not gonna be able to happen :(

[patmoran2006]

Yeah, I'll have my guy add that.

Its gonna be irrrelevent though if we dont get more donators though!

[Dying_-2-_Live]

What time is YNN supposed to mention it?

[ddaryl]

but there are a lot more fans then the ralph's capacity ?


Actually I like the language in this one because if Cowher is not the Bills HC we really aren't slamming the runner-up.... much

which is a concern with any billboard that is put up trying to pursuade Bill to come to Buffalo...

IMO anything that is put up on a billboard needs to come across more neutral and it needs to leave the best possible after taste for the distinct possibility that Cowher is not going to take the job....

in other words extreme tact is required...


and just throwing out an example

Bills fans would welcome Bill Cowher and his family to Buffalo. Go Bills !!!


it sounds a bit corny but it carries the message and doesn't back slap the other possible outcome

[Dying_-2-_Live]

But we must make it sound as if we are really pulling for Cowher

[patmoran2006]

I am going to the wall and using every media contact I have for this.

The pic will be on the billboard.
Won't have too much room for a lot of text though.

[Dying_-2-_Live]

I am going to the wall and using every media contact I have for this.

The pic will be on the billboard.
Won't have too much room for a lot of text though.

Awesome... the pic just adds an EXTRA touch and will get it noticed fairly quick

[Mudflap1]

I am going to the wall and using every media contact I have for this.

The pic will be on the billboard.
Won't have too much room for a lot of text though.

I say then, picture, and "Bills fans are calling for Cowher Power, make it happen Ralph" to keep it shorter.

I get where ddaryl is coming from. However, who are we kidding here? We want Cowher, and we have one shot at this. There is nothing disrespectful about calling for Cowher Power. That is what we want. We are starved, depraved, abused fans. We have a right to cry out for help.

[Oaf]

Time to Cowher down to a REAL coach, Ralph.

[Dying_-2-_Live]

"2010 : YEAR OF THE CHIN"

[patmoran2006]

Awesome... the pic just adds an EXTRA touch and will get it noticed fairly quick

That beast is a billboard, it will get noticed like crazy, lol..

But yes

[Mudflap1]

Part of the reasoning to do this is that it will be national news. That means that not only will Ralph and Russ see it, but Cowher will see it. I'm not sure he likes being called "The Chin" (and you might be completely joking around anyway). "Cowher Power" is more uplifting to all involved.

[Dying_-2-_Live]

2000-2010 : DISAPPOINTMENT
2010-BEYOND: COWHER POWER

[Cntrygal]

"Cowher Power"

That's a great phrase... it flows!

[mikemac2001]

we need more money

[Cntrygal]

I almost won 20K.... but didn't. :(

[MidnightVoice]

I'm easy. I just want folks to pony up! :)

[patmoran2006]

I'm easy. I just want folks to pony up! :)

Hoping a few other boards kick in. The entire fund thus far has pretty much been carried by BillsZone.

Hoping some media attention tomorrow will kickstart it better to

[THE END OF ALL DAYS]

pat check yer private messages ya jamoke :)

[patmoran2006]

Jamoke.

LOL, thats an old West Side term I grew up with.

[BillsFanCupp38]

How about "Ralph, we deserve better" hahaha

[Aliceinchainsbills15]

For those who already contributed, or perhaps may. We changed the message on the billboard.

I think this is better

What do you think?

NEW BILLBOARD (http://www.buffalosportsdaily.com/donate/)
Looks freakin awsome:beers:

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so you GOTTA make sure the picture is NOT COPYRIGHTED and can be used on the billboard or you'll get in serious trouble
just cause its on AP does NOT make it public domain.
Im a photographer. I know this.

[THE END OF ALL DAYS]

use this picture?
http://assets.nydailynews.com/img/2009/01/07/alg_cowher.jpg

Its an AP picture without any logos or anything

~I really wish i had the cash to just put this thing up now!

NO NO NO! the image cannot just be hacked from the net!

[THE END OF ALL DAYS]

pat check with your billboard ad guy on protocal

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[patmoran2006]

Billboard updated, check it out.

http://www.buffalosportsdaily.com/donate/

[THE END OF ALL DAYS]

i like it but is the image useable?

[patmoran2006]

Yes.

And thats a jpeg and not full size, full size wont fit on the website.

Trust me, its f'n SWEET looking

[THE END OF ALL DAYS]

ok, but is the image copyright free? thats important via our pm

[Michael82]

Oh wow! I love it!!! :drool:

[Michael82]

I hope you are going to use your contacts in the media to get this info out there. We GOTTA get the money for this and the press. It would be so cool! :up:

What about TLong's NFL.com blog? Can he talk about it for you?

[patmoran2006]

ok, but is the image copyright free? thats important via our pm

Unless Bill Cowher personally wants to sue Buffalo Bills fans, we're fine.

[THE END OF ALL DAYS]

its not bill cower that owns the copyright its the guy who shot the image and if he shot if for SI or AP you'll be dealing with the big boys who will not hesitate to kill you.

[Michael82]

What the hell is that in the background and how will that billboard show up on the digital billboard?

[soapman]

What the hell is that in the background and how will that billboard show up on the digital billboard? It's a party in the Jersey shore. Is shows all the cool white kids fist pumping.

[patmoran2006]

What the hell is that in the background and how will that billboard show up on the digital billboard?

That billboard is going to look delicous digital. Trust me

Again, thats a jpeg image, its not nearly as colorful and large as the orginal.


BTW, up to $580 now, a little more than half way home. HOpefully we have a great day tomorrow

[raphael120]

for a billboard i should hope it's a real huge resolution!

as for the billboard, I would definitely make the font more readable. the thin font would be hard for people to read. perhaps reduce the opacity of the bkg image and use a thicker font (maybe one that looks like the bills font) and use a contrasty color like bills blue or osmehting like that.)

[Throne Logic]

Pat, can you rent one of those Billboard Trucks and just have it parked in front of Cowher's house?

Or, better yet, one of us Zoners could drive it and just follow him around all day. . .

[soapman]

for a billboard i should hope it's a real huge resolution!

as for the billboard, I would definitely make the font more readable. the thin font would be hard for people to read. perhaps reduce the opacity of the bkg image and use a thicker font (maybe one that looks like the bills font) and use a contrasty color like bills blue or osmehting like that.)

It's low res for the site. he only said it a hundred times.