Griff Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 I think we are getting one great player, I joined the Buffalo Bills message board and wanted to share some of their fans thoughts on London Fletcher: I feel that it's very necessary to thank Mr. Fletcher for his years of service to this organization, for never missing a game, for tackling so many darn people, and for being a cut above in terms of his leadership and character. When we have players sprinkling nude dancers with bags of money, being involved in violent crime, partying on boats, roiding, and openly playing only for one's self, we have guys like London Fletcher. This guy is a real football player, folks. So, Mr. Fletcher, if you should by chance run upon this thread -- thank you, from the bottom of my heart! You're a great player, a great person, and you're a true asset to the game of football, and you'll be remembered by the Buffalo Bills, and all our fans. You deserve the contract you're getting in Washington, and I wish you nothing but the best of luck as your career winds down - though I am sure your production won't! Cheers! Hey theres alotta guys who come and go year in and year out. Alotta players have stepped in and out of the tunnel to Ralph Wilson Stadium. London was a guy you know was bringing his all every game. Everything this guy lacked in height and speed he made up for 10 times more with his heart. If we had 22 LFB's on our team we'd be a superbowl team. This guy brought emotion and leadership, and me myself as an athlete my self i really look up to london and try to emulate and model my perserverance and dedication to the game the same as he would. This guy who was snubbed from the pro bowl on countless occasions, didnt yapp about it just kept on playing. A true blue collar guy who really fit this city. Thats why its so sad to see him go. This is the kinda guy that kids should look to as a role model , the kind of guy whos worth buying a poster or jersey of. This guy was my favorite player on the team.THANK YOU FOR THE HEART LONDON, ULL ALWAYS BE IN MINE. Thank you London Fletcher. You are a scholar and a gentlemen. Best of luck for the future.. What I reALLy wanna kno is WHO IS GUNNA STEP UP AND BE THE HEART AND LEADER of our defense ? Sometimes these things go unsaid but he was the QB of the defense , he was here year in and out, we need someone to step up and keep the same fire that our defense had. I hope that flame doesent burn out. London...you are a class act. Thanks for your unmatched leadership and outstanding work ethics. Thank you for your leadership and performace during your time in Buffalo, you will be greatly missed. hopefully Washington will provide you with your long overdue trip to the Pro Bowl. Good Luck Fletch, you were always a class act and a Leader of Men on this team. hey "trooks" what do you mean crowell will be better? fletcher was givin his heart to this team for like what 8 years, he was playing amazing football you can't just dump him like that he deserves respect. crowell is good but he'll never be as good as fletcher. NEVER Can't be said enough... I'll be rooting for Fletch. His humility and work ethic may be just what Washington has been lacking. Two things strike me about Fletch: 1. A true class act on and off the field 2. A guy who, despite not being the physical prototype, always gives his all and outperforms the workout warriors. Quality player, Quality Individual Enjoy D.C. Fletch One Jersey that will still get worn with great regularity. One of my favorite players in the NFL. Good luck London! London you've always given me a reason to cheer even when we were out of it in December. I can't tell you how much your work ethic, drive, and desire was appreciated by me and the rest of the fans. I can only hope I live my life with as much heart as you play the game of football. Good luck in Washington, you will be truly missed. Thank you Fletcher! I only wish you the best in Washington. Continue being a TD monster on defense for me! lol I'll join any London Fletcher-Baker thread! Talk about a role model. He's the kind of guy you want on your team. Just does his job with every once of energy and talent he has, every day. I hopte he has five more great years and earns every nickel on his contract. The man deserves it. Thanks for all you great play for the Bills, London! _________________________________________________________________ That gives you a taste of what a player we are getting and how classy the Bills fans are, just my :2cents: Here is the link, but unless you join you can't view the thread: http://boards.buffalobills.com/forums/1/1530575/ShowThread.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Worthy Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Thanks for the info Griff. Looks like we got ourselves a proven leader. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimReaper21 Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 wow, im sure glad we picked up london. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLEED-B&G Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 good post fletcher was a good pickup regardless of his age Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twenty-eight Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Wow. Sounds like he's exactly what we've been missing. Time to start :koolaid: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt [Redskins Fan] Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Wow, those guys seem pretty broken up. We'd already have this guy on the spit by now, apple-in-mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebornempowered Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Can't be said enough... I'll be rooting for Fletch. His humility and work ethic may be just what Washington has been lacking. That one made me. :wavetowel :jump: :excited: And I can't wait to see him :nutkick: the Cowboys!!! :dallasuck :dallasuck :eaglesuck :eaglesuck :gaintsuck :gaintsuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMalcolmConnection Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Wow, sounds like a good one to have and those Bills fans seem pretty decent as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dead Money Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Thats refreshing griff... seriously refreshing. to us catching some of dat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REDMAN7 Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Joe Gibbs kind of guy. Character counts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#98QBKiller Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 That makes me very optimistic....Bills fans sound classy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrfriedm Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 It really says something to me about a player and another teams fans, when they are to speak so highly of each other even when parting ways. I look forward to rootinh for LFB, and have gained a lot of respect for Bills fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twenty-eight Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 and Thank you for posting, sir:cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinsngibbs4life Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 seems like we really got ourselves a good veteran signing for once. I really hope he can help turn this defense around for next year... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyDave Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 He must be a helluva guy to get farewells like that from his former fans. Now we just need to have healthy big DTs in front of him so he can operate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted March 3, 2007 Author Share Posted March 3, 2007 No problem guys, it made me feel good, I wanted to share it with my brothers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s0crates Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Great job Griff. Thanks for the research. Good to see that Fletcher is a character guy, he should fit in well with what Coach Gibbs is trying to build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt [Redskins Fan] Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Great job Griff. Thanks for the research. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Full Monty Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Hm, if only we put more stock into what Rams fans thought of Arch...the infamous ramram thread comes to mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Worthy Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Here a a link from the stats of the NFC Linebackers from the 06 season: http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/stats/byposition?pos=LB&conference=NFC&year=season_2006&timeframe=All&sort=49&old_category=QB And here is Fletcher-Baker: London Fletcher-Baker BUF 101 Tacks, 45 Ast, 146 Total , 2 Sacks , 4 Ints 1Int TD If he puts up close to the same numbers I think he will make a name for himself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECU-ALUM Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Looks like we got ourselves a great addition not only to the defense but in the locker room as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PapaDRoc Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 The reactions from Bills fans definetely change my reaction to his signing. I was originally indifferent about the move just because I did not think that LB was a huge need. But now that I see what Fletcher represents, besides being a good player on the field, I really like the acquisition. Here's to Fletcher being a great addition for the Washington Redskins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thr0xx Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 he sounds like he will work out fine, but what do we call him? london fletcher? london baker? london fletcher-baker? LFB? or just plain old london? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrunkenMaster Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 Wow just plain wow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpfan Posted March 3, 2007 Share Posted March 3, 2007 he sounds like he will work out fine, but what do we call him? london fletcher? london baker? london fletcher-baker? LFB? or just plain old london? He's been London Fletcher his whole career before last year, so thats still what a call him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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