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Theres a small system moving in that will give us some very minor precip, I have no idea where they're getting clear by wed though that's when the bad stuff is gonna be bearing down on us, late wed night into Thursday
First, good for him. That took some major courage given the culture of football in America today.
Secondly, I'm really proud of how everyone here at TKP handled the news. I know homosexuality and homophobia are hot topics today and a lot of people are very strongly on one side or the other. It's refreshing to know that there are people out there who can look at this with an open mind. We shouldn't care about someones personal life. We're all human beings and we deserve the same treatment as anyone else regardless of sexual orientation, political allegiances, religious beliefs or skin color. I'm glad that everyone here at TKP approached this topic in a mature and civil fashion.
I hope M.Sam gets drafted and is given a fair opportunity to play. That would be a big move forward for the NFL, in my mind. I hope he does well and I'll be rooting for him.
See above.
-Washington Gridlock
Or maybe we try and please both parties in D.C. with:
-Washington Republicrats
-Washington Donkephants
Or for any of you that read the Oatmeal, we could steal one from that and use:
-Washington Piggers (which also kind of hearkens back to the Hogs)
Dang, I want one of those for getting my firewood for the winter.
Corey Moore is the first all star great Hokie defensive player that comes to my mind.
This secondary is going to be monstrous for the next couple of years...and I love it.
QBs will be thinking "please, I'll play anyone EXCEPT Virginia Tech"
I understand why Native Americans are offended by the Redskin name. In full disclosure, the Skins are my favorite team and I don't want to have to change their name. If I'm completely honest, it's because DC has a real propensity for lame team names. Wizards, Nationals, Capitals? Ugh. The alternate name I've heard when this comes up is "The Senators" and I HATE THAT NAME. Let's name our team after a bunch of politicians? Spare me.
Again, I understand that calling someone a "redskin" is offensive and having a team named that is a slap in the face of them and their heritage. I would be fine with a name change but to what?
Suggestions and explanations (if you'd like) below!
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# | Who is your FAVORITE Hokie Defensive player of all time and why? Spot on with Kyle Fuller as I put in gif form above.
I remember exactly when Kyle became my favorite too. It was the Techmo Bowl game where he single handily stopped the triple option attack. That dude was everywhere.
Is this the opening for a bad infomercial? The black and white just reminds me of things like this:
For example:
"Not chopping enough wood?"
"Try the Aaron Moorehead approved WOOD CHOPPER 9000!!!"
I do think the name should be changed, and yes I'm a fan so all my merchandise will be outdated (though it's not like most players stick around long enough for jerseys to remain current). It was a racial slur, so it should be changed to something more suitable.
As for Congress, sure they have better things to do, but these are the issues they can talk about while they're pretending they're actually doing their jobs. So in honor of the city the Redskins play in, how about we rename them the "Washington Gridlock"?
I think the most important thing out of all of this is that he can now be comfortable with who he is, without having to hide anything. That must be a huge weight off his shoulders.
But I hope like anything that he makes it into the NFL and succeeds at everything he tries to do. Too many guys get chances they may not deserve- this young man deserves the chance to succeed just as much as anyone else.
I'm in (read: near) Asheville, NC and we're already getting precipitation here...started this morning. Radio station claims that most of it should come tomorrow and by Wednesday we'll be in the clear.
Well this will probably be my second last update on this storm, fortunately the brunt of the storm is heading south were looking at 6-7 inches at this point that could increase up to 10-12 (pretty slight chance for THAT much) as most of the bad stuff will get caught in the Appalachian region in NC
As far as the rest of the state and region goes, expect snow up into the Shenandoah valley stopping around Winchester. East of the blue ridge mountains out towards the tidewater expect ice (although I do believe that the tidewater will be missed) the ice will stretch all the way down to Georgia where again they will be losing their shit (pardon my french) expect some significant ice south of NC fortunately here in the burg its looking like straight snow
Agreed with everything said thus far. A lot of respect for him not only having the courage to say it, but put so much pressure on himself as well.
Some team will take him, and after the garbage sports media has their 2 weeks with the story, it really will just come down to his play. If he contributes on the field, the "locker room" will literally not give a hoot about whether he is gay, straight, bi, whatever.
If he is not able to get it done at the pro level, which unfortunately is also a reality for a lot of players, I would hope that his sexual orientation is not part of that narrative, although I still think there are enough bigots out there that it would be.
Best of luck to him. Hope he lands in a good situation for him to display his football talents, which he clearly has.
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# | First Junior Day for the Class of 2015 in Blacksburg UPDATES AND OPEN THREAD bah humbug
I should also state that I too believe congress has much better things to do.
Best to get those early commitments and get some excitement out there amongst the prospects. Other recruits are often our best recruiters.
Personally I don't care if they change or not, but I'm going to play devil's advocate for the pro PC side of things, as most seem to not want it changed.
Technically I am part Native American but I would, and do, classify myself as white. I am white bread. The problem with you or even me saying that the name is not offensive is that neither of us (inferring that you also are not Native American) are in a position to qualify whether we feel offended by it. I grew up near several reservations of different Nations and all of my friends from there found the name offensive.
There is debate of whether the term was used first by Native Americans themselves or by settlers, and I think you could have a valid argument either way. What is known for sure is that despite it's origin it was used as a slur for a long time. No matter the origin that does not change the fact that those who would be described as such today find the name offensive. Americans used to call Chinese immigrants the "yellows" and we to this day still have issues with the N word. Political correctness can be seen as extremely limiting to those that value nostalgia and resist change, however change can also be extremely liberating to those who are offended. Really does anyone miss the Fighting Sioux? or the Native American mascot of the Fighting Illini? Few people in the grand scheme of things I suspect.
In some cases like FSU they use a specific Nation and have the consent. In other cases like the Fighting Sioux (i think that was right) they did not have consent and were forced to change. But who can give consent to the term Redskin? All Nations? that would never happen.
From the outside looking in what is PC in the USA is not necessarily the same as what is PC in other parts of the world. For example, saying someone is "oriental" is considered not PC in USA, but in China (the pearl of the orient) there are oriental hotels, spas, restaurants, buildings, residential communities, etc, etc all owned by local Chinese. Do they know that in USA the term was used derogatory? Sure, some do (I've asked them) but to them it's a term used to reflect China's first economic age and entrance into the greater world economy. A source of historical pride.
It's all perspective to the people that find it offensive, and so while 100% of Redskins' fans may not think it is offensive the people the term refers to does. Who are you to say they shouldn't be?
Sure. Your favorite team has to change their name. It sucks. All your merchandise is not defunct, though probably a lot more valuable, but you'll survive. Hell, maybe a name change will even improve their luck. Just hope they come up with something better than "Wizards" this time, and not anything as cliche as "Monuments"!
Would it be racist if they were renamed the Rednecks?
Brandon Flowers followed by Cory Moore. FLowers was a great pure corner for us and he could hit when we wanted (FSU) and Moore could take over a game (Clemson)
Tough to pick one. I have to go with Corey Moore. The leadership and greatness he showed on the field were incredible. I'll never forget Thursday night against Clemson when he took the game over late in the 4th quarter.
I thought they had already resolved this issue...
Washington Redskins Change Name to DC Redskins
Good for him. It takes courage to do what he did! Heard this morning that teams could be 'concerned' with the baggage that comes with it- honestly, the media creates the baggage. He will be accepted by whoever drafts him, and the wheels should keep on rolling. In a perfect world, no further comments or stories should come of this because in the end, it doesn't matter.
We get crushed by 20 again if Raines doesn't play. Guy was everywhere. Every rebound he had was a hustle play. Hope he gets to play more.
1 - Politicians have much better things to do than get involved with this.
2 - The name should be changed. Don't care that it has been around for as long as it has, "Redskins" is a racial slur, plain and simple. It really is no different than calling a team the "Chinks", "Wetbacks", "Niggers", etc. Its just horrible and conveys the same derogatory message, just against different people. Over the long haul, this is only going to be a losing battle for Dan Snyder. The momentum for this name change is still gaining momentum and isn't going to go away until the name is changed.