I don’t think anyone could blame a West Texas A&M freshman quarterback next season if he got under center, heard a criticism from new QB coach Ryan Leaf, and then said to his new coach, “Why don’t you shut the fuck up, loser?”
Say this for West Texas A&M… they are risk takers. Hiring Ryan Leaf to coach your quarterbacks is a little like hiring Bill Romanowski to teach you about ethics and fairplay, or hiring Kyle Orton to teach you about proper beard maintenance. I suspect that more than once next year, a West Texas A&M QB will get under center and instead of calling a play, yell, “KNOCK IT OFF” like a little bitch.
But hey, you know… a lot of time has passed since Ryan Leaf was last in the NFL, and perhaps he’s matured to the point where he can now successfully educate a younger player. I mean, I doubt it… but I guess it’s possible. I mean, the man’s entire NFL legacy is immaturity. For his sake, I hope that’s changed… it’s just hard to picture. Best of luck, West Texas A&M.
The Big Picutre
West Texas A&M? What the fuck is that?
February 15, 2006 at 1:56 am
Adam
Yeah he was a gigantic bust in the pros, but the dude was a pretty great college QB; he didn’t get to be a high draft pick by accident. Maybe he actually has something to teach. Besides what the hell does West Texas A&M (that has to be a made up name, no fucking way is that actually the name of a school) have to lose?
February 15, 2006 at 9:43 am
jorite
It’s worth noting that college quarterbacking is the one thing we know Ryan Leaf was good at. Plus, he’s got all of Mike Price’s wisdom to pass on. If the West Texas QBs eventually find themselves up for the Alabama job, that could be really useful.
February 15, 2006 at 10:01 am
Lark
Will a scantily clad Junior Seau be there in a bath towel to break up arguments with Leaf and his players?
February 15, 2006 at 10:15 am
King Dan
He was immature and a spoiled brat after he got drafted, but most players are. I know he took it farther than most, but I can’t imagine him still having the same attitude after not having anyone kiss his ass for the past 4 years or so. Reality had to hit him at some point I would think.
February 15, 2006 at 10:16 am
The Dar
Personally, I hope that Ryan Leaf hasn’t matured yet. Just think how amazing it would be if after all this time, Leaf reports to WTAM for spring workouts and has another meltdown with the media. Or hits a redshirt freshman. Or throws a water bottle at a cheerleader. There are so many possibilities, and I’ll be honest; for the sake of entertainment, I hope to see the train run right off the cliff.
February 15, 2006 at 12:45 pm
Ted
I think Leaf will be ok here. To me Leaf is a fascinating case study in how money and celebrity can just be the worst things in the world for some people. I mean when this guy was in high school he broke his wrist (or hand) and just cut the cast off and played anyway. In the pros he injures the labrum on his throwing arm and apparently doesn’t even realise it for weeks or months because he didn’t throw a single pass in that time. What happened to his work ethic and determination? Almost sad in a way. By the way, I know he didn’t stick in these places but everyone in Seattle, Dallas and Tampa Bay seems to vouch for him as a good guy and teammate. It’s likely he just got his act together after leaving San Diego.
February 15, 2006 at 9:06 pm
BigBoi
I’m in Seattle and fuck Ryan Leaf, he’s the biggest douche that this state ever produced and btw, fuck WSU while I’m at it, stupid ass cougar bastards. ahhhhh, now I feel much better.
February 16, 2006 at 11:28 am
Kevin
First of all for those jackass that don’t know where West Texas A&M University it is in the Panhandle of Texas. It won the Lone Star Conference this last football season. I live only about 20 miles from that college. You know I think it is great for WTAMU. Maybe Leaf was a bust in the NFL but he was great in College and in High School. So instead of knocking him why don’t you give the man a chance and lets just see how good he is going to do.
February 20, 2006 at 5:11 am