You're the ones missing the opportunity...

Collapse
X
Collapse
 
  • Page of 3
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
Previous 1 2 3 template Next
  • The King
    Without me it's just Awe so
    • Jun 2004
    • 42380
    #1

    You're the ones missing the opportunity...

    Everyone is pissed off at the current state of the franchise. And 95% of the anger is addressed at Ralph Wilson.

    Many of you are season ticket holders and I know everyone enjoys time at the Ralph. So why not make a statement this weekend. Everyone sit out the first quarter leave the seats empty. You really only have one opportunity to make a statement since the next game is in Toronto and there's no reason to miss games that count. Take the opportunity to sit in the parking lot have 1 or 2 more cold ones and say "you suck" Ralph.
    I remember that one fateful day when Coach took me aside. I knew what was coming. "You don't have to tell me," I said. "I'm off the team, aren't I?"
    "Well," said Coach, "you never were really ON the team. You made that uniform you're wearing out of rags and towels, and your helmet is a toy space helmet.
    You show up at practice and then either steal the ball and make us chase you to get it back, or you try to tackle people at inappropriate times."
    It was all     true what he was saying. And yet, I thought something is brewing inside the head of this Coach.
    He sees something in me, some kind of raw talent that he can     mold. But that's when I felt the handcuffs go on.


    Tags: None
    • 👍 3
  • BLeonard
    BoB Sabermetrician
    • Jan 2003
    • 4625
    #2
    Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

    There isn't an exhibition game in Toronto this year...

    Second, as much as Id' like to see a statement made, the tickets are bought (for anyone that bought them) so Ralph already has the cash. Also, it's not like an empty stadium for a preseason game is anything out of the norm.\

    I like the idea in theory, but just don't see it translating in application.

    -Bill
    • 👍 1

    Comment

    • ddaryl
      Everything I post is sexual inuendo
      • Jan 2005
      • 10714
      #3
      Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

      LOL!.. I suggested that fans do this a few years ago.. I was told to STFU.

      but do it during the regular season.. Don't go in just stay in the parking lot parade around the stadium, hold signs make noise and get the media's attention. When there is 50% empty seats and a whole lot of organizing going on around the stadium and 1000's march around the stadium while a game is being played you can bet the farm that the media will take notice....

      that's the point.. yeah Ralph has his money, but the embarrassment of 1000's of fans willing to bring attention to Bills inept owner and front office moves to the public eye wil lhave an affect.. I guarantee it.



      Funny how pissed people can get but how completely unwilling they are when it comes to making a real statement.

      I'm all for bulletin boards too... but that was also labeled stupid... I guess it's smart to whine cry ***** and moan but do nothing ever...
      Last edited by ddaryl; 08-24-2011, 01:07 PM.

      • 👍 5

      Comment

      • BuffaloBlitz83
        We play to win the game!
        • Oct 2009
        • 5754
        #4
        Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

        Why not just not go to the game

        Comment

        • Historian
          2020-2023 AFC East Champions!
          • Dec 2002
          • 61707
          #5
          Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

          Oh yea, and there's a day coming up when you're not supposed to buy gas, either.

          • 👍 2

          Comment

          • The King
            Without me it's just Awe so
            • Jun 2004
            • 42380
            #6
            Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

            Originally posted by BLeonard
            There isn't an exhibition game in Toronto this year...

            Second, as much as Id' like to see a statement made, the tickets are bought (for anyone that bought them) so Ralph already has the cash. Also, it's not like an empty stadium for a preseason game is anything out of the norm.\

            I like the idea in theory, but just don't see it translating in application.

            -Bill
            Most season ticket holders hate having preseason tickets... so it might have legs there. Its not about the money for Ralph its about embarrassing the organization the way they have embarrassed its fans
            I remember that one fateful day when Coach took me aside. I knew what was coming. "You don't have to tell me," I said. "I'm off the team, aren't I?"
            "Well," said Coach, "you never were really ON the team. You made that uniform you're wearing out of rags and towels, and your helmet is a toy space helmet.
            You show up at practice and then either steal the ball and make us chase you to get it back, or you try to tackle people at inappropriate times."
            It was all             true what he was saying. And yet, I thought something is brewing inside the head of this Coach.
            He sees something in me, some kind of raw talent that he can             mold. But that's when I felt the handcuffs go on.


            • 👍 1

            Comment

            • ddaryl
              Everything I post is sexual inuendo
              • Jan 2005
              • 10714
              #7
              Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

              Originally posted by BuffaloBlitz83
              Why not just not go to the game
              1st make it the home opener, that is when you will get real coverage

              people protesting outside during a game will gain attention especially if its semi-organized and people are caring well thought out signs and telling reporters why they are doing what they are doing.. The fans put a face on the protest..


              think about it, a NFL game is being played, but 50% of the fans are marching around the stadium during the entire game demanding change...
              Last edited by ddaryl; 08-24-2011, 12:56 PM.

              Comment

              • THATHURMANATOR
                Registered User
                • Jul 2002
                • 69112
                #8
                Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                I will do it for the opener if everyone else does.

                Comment

                • The King
                  Without me it's just Awe so
                  • Jun 2004
                  • 42380
                  #9
                  Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                  Originally posted by Historian
                  Oh yea, and there's a day coming up when you're not supposed to buy gas, either.

                  Much easier to organize something like this than not buying fuel which is essential to everyday commuting.

                  I dont ***** half as much as some people on here... Im simply suggesting an action to support your words.
                  I remember that one fateful day when Coach took me aside. I knew what was coming. "You don't have to tell me," I said. "I'm off the team, aren't I?"
                  "Well," said Coach, "you never were really ON the team. You made that uniform you're wearing out of rags and towels, and your helmet is a toy space helmet.
                  You show up at practice and then either steal the ball and make us chase you to get it back, or you try to tackle people at inappropriate times."
                  It was all                   true what he was saying. And yet, I thought something is brewing inside the head of this Coach.
                  He sees something in me, some kind of raw talent that he can                   mold. But that's when I felt the handcuffs go on.


                  • 👍 2

                  Comment

                  • trapezeus
                    Legendary Zoner
                    • Oct 2004
                    • 19525
                    #10
                    Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                    i think we are only left with drastic measures. i think this kind of protest organized to get media attention would be very moving.

                    especially with the common practice of flashmobs, why can't we organize to get a walk out or never walk in?

                    then get a couple people leading the charge and being the voice of the fans with common talking points.

                    1. we've on average given $x for less than 9 wins a season for 11 years.
                    2. they can't bring in new talent
                    3. they miss on the draft
                    4. the same people are constantly in charge despite major errors
                    5. other small market teams are winning

                    I really think we need to do this.
                    • 👍 1

                    Comment

                    • Ickybaluky
                      Registered User
                      • Jul 2003
                      • 8884
                      #11
                      Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                      On a side note, King, are you going to Foxborough on Sep 17 for Drew's induction into the Pats HOF? I know you were a big fan of the guy, and it is open to the public.

                      Comment

                      • BLeonard
                        BoB Sabermetrician
                        • Jan 2003
                        • 4625
                        #12
                        Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                        I'm staring to think we need a new billboard... Except, in place of the names of Jauron, Guy and Modrak, it needs to have Littman, Overdorf and Wilson.

                        -Bill
                        • 👍 1

                        Comment

                        • ChristopherWalken
                          Registered User
                          • Dec 2002
                          • 1026
                          #13
                          Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                          The billboard thing has been done.

                          A Home Opener without any fans would spark national media coverage and the message would really be drilled home.

                          And I like the idea of just not going in for the 1st qrtr. This shows you care enough for your team that you are there and that you are pissed enough that you need a clear message sent to Wilson himself.
                          Last edited by ChristopherWalken; 08-24-2011, 01:29 PM.
                          • 👍 3

                          Comment

                          • bf1
                            Registered User
                            • Oct 2010
                            • 2882
                            #14
                            Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                            I will do it if THATHURMANATOR does.


                            Comment

                            • trapezeus
                              Legendary Zoner
                              • Oct 2004
                              • 19525
                              #15
                              Re: You're the ones missing the opportunity...

                              or what about, everytime the bills are down by 14 or more at a home game, the crowd starts to chant, "ralph wilson sucks."

                              Comment

                              Previous 1 2 3 template Next
                              Working...
                              X