Mark Sanchez (Philadelphia Eagles)

[Steve19]

Perhaps it could, but those same folks probably never heard of 'Urban Dictionary', and also might think that your dog has its paw on a dildo.

I hope that you are not using the Trojan QB thread to suggest that there is something wrong with a dog exploring its sexuality? Let's try to stay on topic here, okay?

On a more serious note, Carroll clearly was not pleased with Sanchez's decision. I think he will not look back on his performance without embarrassment.

 

[ysubuck]

I don't know. I guess I've watched that video and thought about it, and maybe it's as simple as being disappointed for his own prospects next year. But I wondered if there wasn't more to it than that. He alluded to Mark getting pounded w/ stuff. Perhaps he's a bit miffed at agents or others filling Mark's head with what he believes are bad ideas. Perhaps he's also really concerned that this is a poor choice and can't just "give up." Along those lines, it's like Randy Pausch said, it's when a coach gives up that you should be concerned, because that's when he no longer cares about you.

I certainly concede that it could all be just sour grapes, but it just made me wonder if there was more to it than that and that the message was made because he felt it needed to be. I'm not expert on this stuff or Pete Carroll, and I agree the whole thing felt odd.

Isn't Pete the one that allows agents at practice? If that's the case then maybe he should re think that policy.

It's all fun and games until it bites you in the ass huh Pete??

 

[BrutusBobcat]

 

[ochre]

He made it quite clear in the PMS radio interview that his goal was to send a message, and didn't want folks to think he was fine with it. Someone forgot to tell him it was Mark's moment. The team meeting was a fine place for that 'message'. You don't have to agree with the decision and can even mention that in passing, but the kid gave you 4 seasons, two of which he sat behind an average (by USC standards) QB.
I'd love to hear Outside the Lines interview a scout/personnel guy anonymously to hear whether that affected his stock at all.

No worries. Like I said, I'm not trying to defend PC. Don't really like the guy from the stuff I have seen (the Ferrel stunts). The only thing I watched was the one that was just his responses excerpted, so I probably don't have the context exactly down.

 

[sepia5]

I've gotta believe that somebody with an avatar tag line of "Tim Tebow = pendejo" is joking.

Sorry, I just thought there was a difference between something that can be taken as a racial slur ("dirty mexican") and a tag line that refers to Tim Tebow as pubic hair in spanish, with a reference to the movie the spin-off comment it is taken from just above. I could point out that no other USC players currently have the "dirty" tag on here, but hey, it's not my website. I just didn't think we were down with that kind of stuff on here . . . .

 

[daveeb]

cough *Charlie Frye* cough

Charlie Frye didn't have the tools to be an NFL QB, imo. Nate Davis has a gun, knows how to step up into the pocket, and he knows how to scramble when needed. Frye was never able to figure out how to step up into the pocket, whereas Anderson was adequate at it.

 

[Fungo Squiggly]

I could point out that no other USC players currently have the "dirty" tag on here,

No other USC players have the last name "Sanchez" either.

You are familiar with the "Dirty Sanchez", yes?

 

[sepia5]

No other USC players have the last name "Sanchez" either.

You are familiar with the "Dirty Sanchez", yes?

Fair enough, and I'm sure that's what was intended, which is why in my original post I said I was sure the user who posted it probably meant no harm, but that it could be taken the wrong way. Given Sanchez's publicity for being the first high profile Mexican-American to play QB at this level, I saw it is being a potential reference to you-know-what. No big deal if the people monitoring the boards don't think it's a big deal, I suppose.

 

[ochre]

Fair enough, and I'm sure that's what was intended, which is why in my original post I said I was sure the user who posted it probably meant no harm, but that it could be taken the wrong way. Given Sanchez's publicity for being the first high profile Mexican-American to play QB at this level, I saw it is being a potential reference to you-know-what. No big deal if the people monitoring the boards don't think it's a big deal, I suppose.

from wikipedia:

James W. "Jim" Plunkett (born December 5, 1947 in San Jose, California) is a former American football quarterback who played collegiately for Stanford University, where he won the Heisman Trophy, and professionally for three National Football League teams: the New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers and Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders. He led the Raiders to two Super Bowl victories (XV and XVIII). He is the only quarterback with two Super Bowl victories that is not in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
Plunkett was born to Mexican American parents with an Irish-German great-grandfather on his paternal side. Plunkett's father was a news vendor afflicted with progressive blindness, who had to support his blind wife along with their three children.[1] In an effort to aid the family's financial situation, Plunkett worked a series of odd jobs while growing up, including serving as a gas station attendant, grocery store clerk and as a laborer on construction sites. In an acknowledgement of his Mexican roots, Plunkett chose the fictional character of Zorro as his hero.[1]
Prior to attending James Lick High School in East San Jose, California, he showed his talent for tossing the football by winning a throwing contest at the age of 14 with a heave of over 60 yards. Once he arrived at the school, he played quarterback and defensive end for the football team, with his athletic ability also helping him compete in basketball, baseball, track and wrestling as well.

 

[sandgk]

Other than a couple times in high school, I don't think I can ever recall wanting a Trojan to be more successful more than Mark.

Draft Daddy: NFL Draft News and Knowledge

Interesting really that list they show.

22 QB prospects. 3 of whom clearly merit mention not as busts, but either as playmakers or as influential players at their position.

The 3? Bledsoe, Roethlisberger and (most controversially) Vick.

Contributors - Walsh, arguably Rodgers, certainly the workmanlike SB winner Dilfer.

To be determined Russell, Young (think he washes out, but who knows for sure) Alex Smith.

Journeyman status earned or being accrued: Grossman, Shuler, madman Jeff George, possibly Walsh (though that's a stretch).

Still that means that 1/7th of the early picks were not total busts (well not for football ability that is). Another 1/7th have made contributions, and for a 3rd 7th of the group it is still too early to say one way or the other.

True there are some real stiffs and crazy (batshit crazy) dudes on that lsit (yes, Ryan and Todd we mean you), but the DD article gives the impression that nobody on that list did anything good.

Even the seniors staying cannot boast numbers much higher than this.

 

[buckeyesin07]

NFL Mock Draft 2009, Version 1.0, Picks 1-10 - Don Banks - SI.com

Sanchez projected at #10 overall in the latest cnnsi.com mock draft.

 

[BB73]

Mel Kiper's initial 2009 mock draft has Sanchez going third.

 

[MaxBuck]

Mel Kiper's initial 2009 mock draft has Sanchez going third.

Well, obviously that's indicative of Mr. Sanchez's grave error in leaving USC.

 

[OCBucksFan]

Well, obviously that's indicative of Mr. Sanchez's grave error in leaving USC.

If he would have stayed another year he could have gone up to #2, maybe even #1 if both McCoy and Bradfords arms fell off.

 

[billmac91]

If he would have stayed another year he could have gone up to #2, maybe even #1 if both McCoy and Bradfords arms fell off.

Honestly.

With every passing day I lose a little more respect for Pete.

How can you tell a kid who's about to sign his name to a contract that will get him set for life, that it is a bad idea and he's making the wrong choice??

It is beyond selfish...it's immature in a way. It is something I would expect out of a fantatical fan who thinks the only decesion for an underclassmen is to come back.

It's hard to like JT any more than I do, but the fact that he basically packed Beanie's bags for him, is another testament to what a great person he is. Pete Carrol would have told Beanie he needed another year to prove he can stay healthy for an entire season.