Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

[DynaPaul]

http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2013/05/22/marcell-dareus-has-no-excuse-for-missing-buffalo-bills-otas/

The guy should be there since he hasn't proven anything yet.

[PTI]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

This guy needs to show he is willing to stay in shape. I would even consider trading him if they got a good offer.

[OpIv37]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

I hate it when players skip these things.

I know they are optional, but the majority of players do attend. The CBA only allows for so much practice time, and for a team as bad as the Bills that's implementing new systems under new coaches, there simply isn't any excuse for not showing up.

I wouldn't put Dareus in the "headcase" category just yet, but I'm seeing some signs that he may be moving in that direction.

[justasportsfan]

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I wouldn't put Dareus in the "headcase" category just yet, but I'm seeing some signs that he may be moving in that direction.

I'm starting to think all the deaths in his family is taking a toll on him. Hope not though.

[EDS]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

Who is the on-field leader of the defense?

[OpIv37]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

I'm starting to think all the deaths in his family is taking a toll on him. Hope not though.

yeah, that's what I'm afraid of.

No one can blame him from being upset after deaths in the family, but he seems to be taking a lot longer than most people to get back to normal business.

[Uncle Jesse]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

He of all people needs to be there. He's lazy, fat and disgustingly average at this job. You'd think a 3rd overall pick would want to get better and learn his new defense, instead he's probably sitting home eating Wendys playing xbox.

[Mr. Pink]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

Who cares?

It's OPTIONAL.

Non-story.

[swiper]

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Who is the on-field leader of the defense?

Torrell Troup. But only because John McCargo got cut.

[Generalissimus Gibby]

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Oh noes, he missed an OPTIONAL ota? Dear God, I'm glad I don't work for some of you, you'd call me a headcase for not putting in that extra hour of non-mandatory OT.

[swiper]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

Who cares?

It's OPTIONAL.

Non-story.

Mr. Pink makes me see red.

[OpIv37]

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Oh noes, he missed an OPTIONAL ota? Dear God, I'm glad I don't work for some of you, you'd call me a headcase for not putting in that extra hour of non-mandatory OT.

yeah well, unlike your day job, he can't be there 40 hours a week, week after week. The CBA only allows for limited practice opportunities. And the overwhelming majority of the team (and the league, for that matter) found the time to show up.

From January until the start of training camp, the guy's only job is to stay in shape. Coming into work for a few days won't kill him and it'll help the team.

[trapezeus]

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i would just think if your new boss who is known to be a "buy into the system" type coach, you probably want to impress him early.

true, this could all be nothing, but frankly a couple walk throughs to see how you are going to be used is a good thing.

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[DraftBoy]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

yeah well, unlike your day job, he can't be there 40 hours a week, week after week. The CBA only allows for limited practice opportunities. And the overwhelming majority of the team (and the league, for that matter) found the time to show up.

From January until the start of training camp, the guy's only job is to stay in shape. Coming into work for a few days won't kill him and it'll help the team.

Are we just assuming now he won't stay in shape or isn't working out on his own now? This isn't that uncommon for established veterans.

[trapezeus]

Re: Dareus is AWOL from OTAs?

i realize dareus is still young, but he was picked 3 on a bad defense and they got worse with him. is that his fault? no. did he do anything to stop that? no. He had an average season and they were the worst defense in the last 50 years of bills football. and you've all seen the last 13 years. so i would suspect if marrone is the kind of guy who is no nonsense and wants results, then he isn't going to be impressed by your paycheck and/or draft position 3 years ago.

and yeah, we've all watched new management come into our jobs. did you hvae to get in an hour earlier each day until the new guy liked your work? did you have to stay late for a bit to show that you weren't an issue? no, but you did it because it was the right call for the time. if gailey was giving it a go again, and the defense was middle of the pack and it really was a matter of implementing new draftees and FA into the mix, sure, take the option to not show. but that is not the case.