NattyLight Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 On the heals of players saying that Snyder should publicly endorse Jim Zorn as the head football coach, the team in utter disarray with top-down speculation, and presumptions of a lost season in WEEK 5! Should Dan Snyder engage the emergency brake on his segway and address the community? Not will he, nor should he address a given issue that has polluted this messageboard and local media. In your opinion should he come out, go on record for his intentions and be candid with the fans, or keep it in house? Or is that NOT his responsibility? Should these actions be delegated (or ignored) by others in the organization. At this juncture, since the Jackals think the world is ending, is there anything Dan Snyder can say to get the morale of the fan base back to normal, ie slightly above suicide, or even optimistic? Or do you want him to die by way of tire-fire? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prufRock Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I actually think that if he 1) acknowledged that he hears the criticism of the fans, 2) stated that he values and respects their opinions and their passion for the team, and 3) pledged to examine every aspect of how he runs the organization in an effort to restore a winning tradition, he would buy himself a year or two of grace and possibly sell some more season tickets. I think a lot of the bitterness towards him is the result of him being so dismissive and frankly, unresponsive whenever anyone in the media asks him about the complaints the fans have about him. Ultimately, he still has to prove that he's committed to long-term planning and team building but I believe if he took that first step and addressed the fans directly, then followed it up with a successful organizational restructuring, he would be a beloved figure in Washington. Sounds crazy to even say right now, but I believe it to be true. Sports fans can be fickle and we'll forgive just about anything. Now, do I think he'll do it? Absolutely not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
live4burgandyandgold Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 If dan snyder shows his face in public someone needs to snipe him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stadium-Armory Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I said no. I don't need him to address the public, I need him to put a winning product on the field. I'd rather he not be heard, and only seen once a year, hoisting the trophy in the locker room, and that's it. Edit: Furthermore. Acknowledging the public sentiment, is to manage by public opinion. Managing like a fan. I want this team managed by a cold heartless professional, not an emotional fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodBits Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 If dan snyder shows his face in public someone needs to snipe him Wow, inappropriate much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flexxskins Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I chose no. But, not for the reason given. I'm just so tired of all of the talking that is associated with the Washington Redskins that I just want everyone to STFU and do their jobs the way that they were meant to be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redskinzfan30 Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 He needs to come out and say something. At least to stop ESPN and everyone else from speculating that this is Zorn's last game as HC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeptic Overlord Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 If dan snyder shows his face in public someone needs to snipe him Stay classy.:doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhearn Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 i say yes but it wouldnt make me respect him at all, it would be for him to save face. i just want to know whats going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stadium-Armory Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 i say yes but it wouldnt make me respect him at all, it would be for him to save face. i just want to know whats going on. With all due respect, do you thing that even if he said something, he would tell you "what's going on"? Riiiiight, and I've got a bridge in Brooklyn... just win baby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
live4burgandyandgold Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Stay classy.:doh: Whatever, you're all thinkin it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIXX99 Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 If dan snyder shows his face in public someone needs to snipe him Whoa, way outta bounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
live4burgandyandgold Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Wow, inappropriate much? Super sensitive much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NattyLight Posted October 16, 2009 Author Share Posted October 16, 2009 I voted yes. Only because I think he has an opportunity he has to prove to me that he's actually a conscience human being. I believe that if he came out, fielded the same questions that every level of his organization has fielded...from Zorn, to Campbell, to Batiste, to Sellers...it would show a commitment to the product he has on the field. My primary issue: the Skins don't know who or what they're playing for anymore. Is it Zorn? Eh, probably not. Is it the Skins legacy that was instituted by Cook? Ugh. Is it the fans who get spoon fed bull**** day in and day out by an over critical media? Shoot me in the face. Point being, there's a certain power there that can instill a universal vote of confidence if delivered properly. To watch this guy completely punt and outwardly IGNORE a community of millions (in my "humble" estimation) is ****ing deplorable. Especially given the fact that we are the reason the Redskins are a lifestyle; a meaning to get up on Sundays extra early to mow the lawn, do an extra load of laundry, or get all the other bull**** out of the way, so we can have 3.5 hours to yell, scream, curse, laugh, high-five, drink beer, or otherwise have something to look forward to. Say something you dirty mother****er. Say SOMETHING! Make me feel like you're not a spawn of Satan. **** it, bow up and tell me you're "the" ****ing fan, as you claim to be. I'm not asking for a goddamn apology or anything, just some a little recognition of existence would be nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichmondRedskin88 Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Only if its heartfelt, intelligent, and doesn't contain the words "I want your money err support!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoodBits Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Super sensitive much? I hope someone runs over your puppy then puts in your chili so you can eat it. Sensitive enough for you? :jerk: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-Dog Night Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I would say just the opposite. What we don't need is some public statement that's full of windy rhetoric and half-truths, which is what we would get if Snyder actually did address the fans. What we need is solid, organized planning that makes sense from a football operations standpoint. It would be sort of silly to address the fans. Even though this team looks headed nowhere, in theory the Redskins have more than enough time to right the ship and make the playoffs. Not saying I think that will happen, but in any case, 2-3 is not the time to make some dramatic address. That would show weakness IMO. The less you hear from an owner, the better. If there is some sort of tragic event involving the team that effects whole community, then the owner should probably make some sort of official statement. Otherwise, an NFL owner's job description is pretty simple: hire the best football man you can get, write the checks, hold people accountable, and stay the hell out of the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichmondRedskin88 Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 If dan snyder shows his face in public someone needs to snipe him Thats ****** up. Has anyone ever gotten arrested while typing on ES? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NattyLight Posted October 16, 2009 Author Share Posted October 16, 2009 I would say just the opposite. What we don't need is some public statement that's full of windy rhetoric and half-truths, which is what we would get if Snyder actually did address the fans. What we need is solid, organized planning that makes sense from a football operations standpoint. It would be sort of silly to address the fans. Even though this team looks headed nowhere, in theory the Redskins have more than enough time to right the ship and make the playoffs. Not saying I think that will happen, but in any case, 2-3 is not the time to make some dramatic address. That would show weakness IMO. The less you hear from an owner, the better. If there is some sort of tragic event involving the team that effects whole community, then the owner should probably make some sort of official statement. Otherwise, an NFL owner's job description is pretty simple: hire the best football man you can get, write the checks, hold people accountable, and stay the hell out of the way. This is a lucid post, and in theory (and perfect practice) I agree with you. 100%. However, in-house smoke and mirrors / rumors that are going on WHILST 2-3 (again COMPLETELY AGREE, nowhere NEAR the end of the season) are proving to be distractions and could very well impede any and ALL success this season. Let's get real. Very few people want Dan to own this team, right? Too bad, right? HOLD YOURSELF ACCOUNTABLE Dan, at least to where fans aren't booing you for winning and being related to Beelzebub. Squash that ****, let's play some ****ing football and win some games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ned Flanders Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Whatever, you're all thinkin it. I don't think any rational fan is thinking they want Snyder dead. That's just a stupid comment. The man WANTS to win, do you think he spends millions of $$$ to fail? He just doesn't do the right thing and hire a freakin' GM. uncalled for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Note: live4burgundyandgold will be off the board for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 If dan snyder shows his face in public someone needs to snipe him Hi there. Whatever, you're all thinkin it. No, not all of us. In fact, I'm thinking something different. Super sensitive much? I'm thinking that if this is all you have to offer, then this isn't the place for you. And I'm ok with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibbs Hog Heaven Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Whatever, you're all thinkin it. This might be hard for you to comprehend, if your on as a guest reading this, but some of us don't wish death on ANYONE, no matter what issues we may or may not have with them. It's called being a decent human being. Something you may want to address before you get much older because that type of thinking at such a tender age is MORE than a cause for concern. You've WAY bigger issues than Snyder could ever throw your way buddy, and I'm just glad the mods have acted and we won't have to read about them on here in the future. Hail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdmiralWaugh Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 Adam Shefter said this yesterday, and it got me thinking. He said anything Snyder said would be misconstrued, argued and the debate wouldn't end....but just win and things are fine. I get that. But he also wondered why fans in Oakland aren't clamoring for Davis to say something, fans in Buffalo aren't clamoring for Wilson to say something, fans in St. Louis are clamoring for the Rams ownership to say something....and so on. He's right. Why have we decided that an owner that we accuse of meddling and being too involved in football affairs must now give a coach a vote of confidence. Winning is the only vote of confidence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdlives Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I voted no. The condition and quality of his franchise speaks well enough for him. Actions speak louder than words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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