Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments

lynwood · 06-04-2020, 11:05 AM

Brees is done. They have made sure his ability to lead is now questionable. He will probably lose that contract with NBC or whoever it was too. The networks will bring it up every game because they have to create the narrative. I have to believe that some of these guys just want to make an example out of Brees to further their agenda. They will sacrifice a decent human being to show that their needs to be more decency. This is also what causes the disconnect and prevents people from sitting down at the table. He apologizes and he has his record before all of this of what he's done for the community but it will not be enough. If this can happen to him, what chance do you think the rest of white america has? We must all humble ourselves and kneel, then still get kicked in the teeth. That's the message.....

skymike · 06-04-2020, 12:03 PM

Originally Posted by lynwood

We must all humble ourselves and kneel, then still get kicked in the teeth.

appeasement is a mistake. esp. when you didnt do anything wrong. You will never appeased the aggrieved. So Dont.

Originally Posted by OldMaid

The media, the talking heads, these times, nothing is good enough.

You are the sanity in a crazy world.

Originally Posted by Cruize

Brees .. is human. Imperfect like us all.

have to disagree w you here. Love of America is not a defect, nor is the expression of.

Originally Posted by rezburna

.. However, the majority in the NFL is different from the majority in real life.

most dead-on statement ever to emerge from your keyboard. They better save their paychecks.
The citizens of Real Life have had enough.

Originally Posted by Beastmode

I fought to give them that right but I will never support their movement until that stops.

And thank you for your service. I feel awful for you and also for the police, who are taking all the abuse on the front lines. Imagine being judged for the worst person in your profession, out of a million.

Brees never said he wanted kneeling banned. He disagrees with it. Its a damn sad day for America, when you cannot express respect for your Flag.
Even sadder, when you are bullied into retracting.

Spin this how you want. I dont give a damn what anyone from the internet thinks about me, and I'm not a talk show, so im not taking any calls. You can talk to yourself, if you want.

I loved these guys. I never cared what color anyone's skin was. I wanted to be OJ. But I've lost my appetite for buying tickets to see Millionaires who hate my country, because they believe lies, and then bully anyone who doesnt join their riot. I cant watch it. I cant even care about Michael Thomas anymore.

saintsfan1976 · 06-04-2020, 11:13 AM

Seeing Hugh Jackman being trashed for simply tweeting a picture of a protester and policeman hugging I’m left with the feeling white people are best served to sit quietly and nod our heads in silent agreement. Just let us know when it’s ok to have our our feelings. We’ll be here.

Budsdrinker · 06-04-2020, 12:10 PM

I will not attend any games if any Saints players kneel during the National Anthem and I will have tickets for sale. Enough of this BS. Protest at any other time you want. Don't do it during the National Anthem!

rezburna · 06-04-2020, 12:16 PM

Originally Posted by Budsdrinker

I will not attend any games if any Saints players kneel during the National Anthem and I will have tickets for sale. Enough of this BS. Protest at any other time you want. Don't do it during the National Anthem!

Good seats? Discounted rate? Hit my inbox. 👀👀

skymike · 06-04-2020, 12:36 PM

Originally Posted by rezburna

Discounted rate?

they'll ALL be discounted before long.

AsylumGuido · 06-04-2020, 01:02 PM

Originally Posted by rezburna

Good seats? Discounted rate? Hit my inbox. 👀👀

Same here. I'd definitely be in the market for those tickets!

neugey · 06-04-2020, 12:28 PM

Drew's remarks appear different when you actually hear the reporter's question - which was very long-winded and difficult to answer.

WHAT Brees said isn't as much of a problem as WHEN he said it. People's emotions are running high now and during this last week lots of people with the airwaves or big platforms have been giving the props to Kaepernick. So in light of this, Brees remarks stood out like a sore thumb, even though he really didn't say anything too unusual based on his past statements and opinions. People are hearing insinuations from Brees that aren't really there because he's been contrast against Kaepernick .

People are jumping to conclusions because now everyone sees Kaepernick was spot-on about police brutality. But that doesn't automatically mean everyone (including Brees) is going to do a 180 and come to agreement or even participate in Kaepernick's protest strategy. Seems like the emotions of recent events led to some unrealistic expectations. And then social media does what it does SMH.

dam1953 · 06-04-2020, 01:17 PM

Originally Posted by neugey

Drew's remarks appear different when you actually hear the reporter's question - which was very long-winded and difficult to answer.

WHAT Brees said isn't as much of a problem as WHEN he said it. People's emotions are running high now and during this last week lots of people with the airwaves or big platforms have been giving the props to Kaepernick. So in light of this, Brees remarks stood out like a sore thumb, even though he really didn't say anything too unusual based on his past statements and opinions. People are hearing insinuations from Brees that aren't really there because he's been contrast against Kaepernick .

People are jumping to conclusions because now everyone sees Kaepernick was spot-on about police brutality. But that doesn't automatically mean everyone (including Brees) is going to do a 180 and come to agreement or even participate in Kaepernick's protest strategy. Seems like the emotions of recent events led to some unrealistic expectations. And then social media does what it does SMH.

That is the really sad part about dealing with the media. They are no longer (maybe never were) in the business of reporting the news. Today, the job is to create the news in order to get more clicks. The SOBs who pull this type of stunt need to be black-balled, and not just in sports. Don't take his calls, don't answer his questions, put the POS out of the business. Let him go flip burgers for a living.

WillMacKenzie · 06-04-2020, 12:44 PM

Falsehoods have consequences.

Eventually all falsehoods will intersect with truth, and one of the two has to change.

Either the falsehood is shunned and you incorporate the new truth to help you navigate the world in a more accurate way -

- or you shun the truth and perpetuate the falsehood even further, in which case, your perception and the real world become less and less aligned, eventually resulting in a severe reality check that most people simply aren't equipped to handle.

Rumors and the game of "telephone" are good examples of this. Mainstream media perpetuates falsehoods all the time, with little repercussion or accountability for their actions.

There's no huge apology, there's no big truth campaign -- there's, at best, a tiny printed apology buried on page 14, which nobody is going to dig for or see. It's bad for business, obviously.

A lie is easy to find, but the truth, nobody has the attention span for that.

06-04-2020, 11:05 AM	#1
lynwood 1000 Posts + Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hockley, Tx Posts: 1,515	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Brees is done. They have made sure his ability to lead is now questionable. He will probably lose that contract with NBC or whoever it was too. The networks will bring it up every game because they have to create the narrative. I have to believe that some of these guys just want to make an example out of Brees to further their agenda. They will sacrifice a decent human being to show that their needs to be more decency. This is also what causes the disconnect and prevents people from sitting down at the table. He apologizes and he has his record before all of this of what he's done for the community but it will not be enough. If this can happen to him, what chance do you think the rest of white america has? We must all humble ourselves and kneel, then still get kicked in the teeth. That's the message..... jnormand, OldMaid and frydaddy like this.

06-04-2020, 12:03 PM	#2
skymike E. Side Cholo Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Barrio, H-town Posts: 6,089	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Originally Posted by lynwood We must all humble ourselves and kneel, then still get kicked in the teeth. appeasement is a mistake. esp. when you didnt do anything wrong. You will never appeased the aggrieved. So Dont. Originally Posted by OldMaid The media, the talking heads, these times, nothing is good enough. You are the sanity in a crazy world. Originally Posted by Cruize Brees .. is human. Imperfect like us all. have to disagree w you here. Love of America is not a defect, nor is the expression of. Originally Posted by rezburna .. However, the majority in the NFL is different from the majority in real life. most dead-on statement ever to emerge from your keyboard. They better save their paychecks. The citizens of Real Life have had enough. Originally Posted by Beastmode I fought to give them that right but I will never support their movement until that stops. And thank you for your service. I feel awful for you and also for the police, who are taking all the abuse on the front lines. Imagine being judged for the worst person in your profession, out of a million. Brees never said he wanted kneeling banned. He disagrees with it. Its a damn sad day for America, when you cannot express respect for your Flag. Even sadder, when you are bullied into retracting. Spin this how you want. I dont give a damn what anyone from the internet thinks about me, and I'm not a talk show, so im not taking any calls. You can talk to yourself, if you want. I loved these guys. I never cared what color anyone's skin was. I wanted to be OJ. But I've lost my appetite for buying tickets to see Millionaires who hate my country, because they believe lies, and then bully anyone who doesnt join their riot. I cant watch it. I cant even care about Michael Thomas anymore. jnormand, neugey and OldMaid like this.

06-04-2020, 11:13 AM	#3
saintsfan1976 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 11,050 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Seeing Hugh Jackman being trashed for simply tweeting a picture of a protester and policeman hugging I’m left with the feeling white people are best served to sit quietly and nod our heads in silent agreement. Just let us know when it’s ok to have our our feelings. We’ll be here. jnormand likes this.

06-04-2020, 12:10 PM	#4
Budsdrinker A Cajun Transforming TX Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: The Woodlands, Texas Posts: 2,787	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments I will not attend any games if any Saints players kneel during the National Anthem and I will have tickets for sale. Enough of this BS. Protest at any other time you want. Don't do it during the National Anthem! jnormand, skymike and OldMaid like this.

06-04-2020, 12:16 PM	#5
rezburna 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kenner, LA Posts: 8,114	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Originally Posted by Budsdrinker I will not attend any games if any Saints players kneel during the National Anthem and I will have tickets for sale. Enough of this BS. Protest at any other time you want. Don't do it during the National Anthem! Good seats? Discounted rate? Hit my inbox. 👀👀 K Major likes this.

06-04-2020, 12:36 PM	#6
skymike E. Side Cholo Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Barrio, H-town Posts: 6,089	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Originally Posted by rezburna Discounted rate? they'll ALL be discounted before long.

06-04-2020, 01:02 PM	#7
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,714	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Originally Posted by rezburna Good seats? Discounted rate? Hit my inbox. 👀👀 Same here. I'd definitely be in the market for those tickets!

06-04-2020, 12:28 PM	#8
neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,878 Blog Entries: 13	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Drew's remarks appear different when you actually hear the reporter's question - which was very long-winded and difficult to answer. WHAT Brees said isn't as much of a problem as WHEN he said it. People's emotions are running high now and during this last week lots of people with the airwaves or big platforms have been giving the props to Kaepernick. So in light of this, Brees remarks stood out like a sore thumb, even though he really didn't say anything too unusual based on his past statements and opinions. People are hearing insinuations from Brees that aren't really there because he's been contrast against Kaepernick . People are jumping to conclusions because now everyone sees Kaepernick was spot-on about police brutality. But that doesn't automatically mean everyone (including Brees) is going to do a 180 and come to agreement or even participate in Kaepernick's protest strategy. Seems like the emotions of recent events led to some unrealistic expectations. And then social media does what it does SMH. OldMaid likes this.

06-04-2020, 01:17 PM	#9
dam1953 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SW Ohio Posts: 4,645	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Originally Posted by neugey Drew's remarks appear different when you actually hear the reporter's question - which was very long-winded and difficult to answer. WHAT Brees said isn't as much of a problem as WHEN he said it. People's emotions are running high now and during this last week lots of people with the airwaves or big platforms have been giving the props to Kaepernick. So in light of this, Brees remarks stood out like a sore thumb, even though he really didn't say anything too unusual based on his past statements and opinions. People are hearing insinuations from Brees that aren't really there because he's been contrast against Kaepernick . People are jumping to conclusions because now everyone sees Kaepernick was spot-on about police brutality. But that doesn't automatically mean everyone (including Brees) is going to do a 180 and come to agreement or even participate in Kaepernick's protest strategy. Seems like the emotions of recent events led to some unrealistic expectations. And then social media does what it does SMH. That is the really sad part about dealing with the media. They are no longer (maybe never were) in the business of reporting the news. Today, the job is to create the news in order to get more clicks. The SOBs who pull this type of stunt need to be black-balled, and not just in sports. Don't take his calls, don't answer his questions, put the POS out of the business. Let him go flip burgers for a living.

06-04-2020, 12:44 PM	#10
WillMacKenzie 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,627	Re: Backlash from Michael Thomas, among others, forces Drew Brees to clarify comments Falsehoods have consequences. Eventually all falsehoods will intersect with truth, and one of the two has to change. Either the falsehood is shunned and you incorporate the new truth to help you navigate the world in a more accurate way - - or you shun the truth and perpetuate the falsehood even further, in which case, your perception and the real world become less and less aligned, eventually resulting in a severe reality check that most people simply aren't equipped to handle. Rumors and the game of "telephone" are good examples of this. Mainstream media perpetuates falsehoods all the time, with little repercussion or accountability for their actions. There's no huge apology, there's no big truth campaign -- there's, at best, a tiny printed apology buried on page 14, which nobody is going to dig for or see. It's bad for business, obviously. A lie is easy to find, but the truth, nobody has the attention span for that. OldMaid and FinSaint like this.