I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

I'm sorry, but what a stupid viewpoint. You can be petty if ya want to...I'll take talent however I can get it.

FWIW, I'm not attacking you personally...just your opinion.

(11-10-2014 02:28 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

I'm sorry, but what a stupid viewpoint. You can be petty if ya want to...I'll take talent however I can get it.

FWIW, I'm not attacking you personally...just your opinion.

Think it is a solid view point. Seems that integrity, personal responsibility, and having to live with your decisions are gone in today's society. While it may be better in the short term for the player and the team. In the long run it helps to add another straw to the back of the camel. What happens to these kids after their playing days are over if they do not get a concept of what life is really like? Life is not going to change the rules for them. So either they learn to live under the rules and accept the circumstances of their decisions. Or they go through life without any responsibility and becomes a burden on the responsible people in this country.

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Where is he enrolled this year?

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

Are you implying that Fuente is a quitter? He transferred in college. I doubt he feels the same way.

(11-10-2014 03:05 PM)ncrdbl1 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:28 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

I'm sorry, but what a stupid viewpoint. You can be petty if ya want to...I'll take talent however I can get it.

FWIW, I'm not attacking you personally...just your opinion.

Think it is a solid view point. Seems that integrity, personal responsibility, and having to live with your decisions are gone in today's society. While it may be better in the short term for the player and the team. In the long run it helps to add another straw to the back of the camel. What happens to these kids after their playing days are over if they do not get a concept of what life is really like? Life is not going to change the rules for them. So either they learn to live under the rules and accept the circumstances of their decisions. Or they go through life without any responsibility and becomes a burden on the responsible people in this country.

He didn't make some terrible life choice. He didn't break any laws. He chose one college over the other...how does that show a lack of integrity? Does it show a lack of integrity when coaches jump for better jobs? No...how they choose to go about doing that sometiems can...but that doesn't apply to Dodson (if he were to transfer).

"Life is not going to change the rules for them"...WTH?? Who is changing the rules for him?

Again, i don't understand the butthurt, petty viewpoint that some fans have. We can mask it in self-rightousness and life lessons, but in the end some fans are just pissed and hold grudges b/c he didn't sign up to play at Memphis when he was 18.

(11-10-2014 03:09 PM)3601 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Where is he enrolled this year?

Cisco junior college in Texas. He is sitting out and hoping to transfer back to Memphis possibly. Still has to be worked out with the staff as he left under bad terms but has been trying to do everything expected for the opportunity to return. Very fluid situation since the possibility of Brian Kimbrow has come up since. Just my opinion, but I think the staff passes on Warford coming back if Kimbrow is in the fold and eligible to play. You get Kimbrow and stay in good shape with South Panola's Darell Henderson, that is a couple great additions to the Memphis backfield as both are really good speed guys.

(11-10-2014 03:05 PM)ncrdbl1 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:28 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

I'm sorry, but what a stupid viewpoint. You can be petty if ya want to...I'll take talent however I can get it.

FWIW, I'm not attacking you personally...just your opinion.

Think it is a solid view point. Seems that integrity, personal responsibility, and having to live with your decisions are gone in today's society. While it may be better in the short term for the player and the team. In the long run it helps to add another straw to the back of the camel. What happens to these kids after their playing days are over if they do not get a concept of what life is really like? Life is not going to change the rules for them. So either they learn to live under the rules and accept the circumstances of their decisions. Or they go through life without any responsibility and becomes a burden on the responsible people in this country.

v

My 2 cents...
It's ok for a naive, green 18yo kid to think he can and want to be a starter in the SEC, the best league.

If I didn't have the chance to reverse some bad decisions when I was 18, I could've ended up a "burden on the responsible people in this country." Thank goodness I was able to avoid "having to live with those decisions."

I think it's odd to say we're ok if you got kicked off your team (implying illegal and/or unethical behavior) but not ok with admitting a mistake and wanting to come home and make a change that may help prevent you from becoming "a burden on the responsible people in this country."

(11-10-2014 03:19 PM)TigerEdward Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:09 PM)3601 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Where is he enrolled this year?

Cisco junior college in Texas. He is sitting out and hoping to transfer back to Memphis possibly. Still has to be worked out with the staff as he left under bad terms but has been trying to do everything expected for the opportunity to return. Very fluid situation since the possibility of Brian Kimbrow has come up since. Just my opinion, but I think the staff passes on Warford coming back if Kimbrow is in the fold and eligible to play. You get Kimbrow and stay in good shape with South Panola's Darell Henderson, that is a couple great additions to the Memphis backfield as both are really good speed guys.

Agreed. Kimbrow and Henderson would be perfect compliments to Cooper and Dorceus. In fact, I would take that backfield over anyone in the conference.

That being said, IF Dodson wanted to transfer home, you take him. Lets you RS Henderson...which i think he'd need.

(11-10-2014 03:26 PM)ReynaFan Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:05 PM)ncrdbl1 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:28 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

I'm sorry, but what a stupid viewpoint. You can be petty if ya want to...I'll take talent however I can get it.

FWIW, I'm not attacking you personally...just your opinion.

Think it is a solid view point. Seems that integrity, personal responsibility, and having to live with your decisions are gone in today's society. While it may be better in the short term for the player and the team. In the long run it helps to add another straw to the back of the camel. What happens to these kids after their playing days are over if they do not get a concept of what life is really like? Life is not going to change the rules for them. So either they learn to live under the rules and accept the circumstances of their decisions. Or they go through life without any responsibility and becomes a burden on the responsible people in this country.

v

My 2 cents...
It's ok for a naive, green 18yo kid to think he can and want to be a starter in the SEC, the best league.

If I didn't have the chance to reverse some bad decisions when I was 18, I could've ended up a "burden on the responsible people in this country." Thank goodness I was able to avoid "having to live with those decisions."

I think it's odd to say we're ok if you got kicked off your team (implying illegal and/or unethical behavior) but not ok with admitting a mistake and wanting to come home and make a change that may help prevent you from becoming "a burden on the responsible people in this country."

Exactly. If you want to transfer from Alabama for weed, fine. Vandy or Georgia for breaking team rules, fine.

BUT more playing time? NO WAY!!

*rolls eyes*

If Andre Hollins wanted to transfer back to memphis to start at PG (pre-kedren), who would've said "no thanks" ?? ...I'll wait.

(11-10-2014 03:26 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:19 PM)TigerEdward Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:09 PM)3601 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Where is he enrolled this year?

Cisco junior college in Texas. He is sitting out and hoping to transfer back to Memphis possibly. Still has to be worked out with the staff as he left under bad terms but has been trying to do everything expected for the opportunity to return. Very fluid situation since the possibility of Brian Kimbrow has come up since. Just my opinion, but I think the staff passes on Warford coming back if Kimbrow is in the fold and eligible to play. You get Kimbrow and stay in good shape with South Panola's Darell Henderson, that is a couple great additions to the Memphis backfield as both are really good speed guys.

Agreed. Kimbrow and Henderson would be perfect compliments to Cooper and Dorceus. In fact, I would take that backfield over anyone in the conference.

That being said, IF Dodson wanted to transfer home, you take him. Lets you RS Henderson...which i think he'd need.

I agree as well. You take Kimbrow and Dodson (if he is truly interested) to go along with Henderson. Would be sweet to have that luxury of having Brady Davis and Darrell Henderson red shirting together. I really would like to see us land a couple of impact wide receivers as well.

(11-10-2014 03:05 PM)ncrdbl1 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:28 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

I'm sorry, but what a stupid viewpoint. You can be petty if ya want to...I'll take talent however I can get it.

FWIW, I'm not attacking you personally...just your opinion.

Think it is a solid view point. Seems that integrity, personal responsibility, and having to live with your decisions are gone in today's society. While it may be better in the short term for the player and the team. In the long run it helps to add another straw to the back of the camel. What happens to these kids after their playing days are over if they do not get a concept of what life is really like? Life is not going to change the rules for them. So either they learn to live under the rules and accept the circumstances of their decisions. Or they go through life without any responsibility and becomes a burden on the responsible people in this country.

Nominated for Face Palm post of the month.

(11-10-2014 03:31 PM)TigerEdward Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:26 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:19 PM)TigerEdward Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:09 PM)3601 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Where is he enrolled this year?

Cisco junior college in Texas. He is sitting out and hoping to transfer back to Memphis possibly. Still has to be worked out with the staff as he left under bad terms but has been trying to do everything expected for the opportunity to return. Very fluid situation since the possibility of Brian Kimbrow has come up since. Just my opinion, but I think the staff passes on Warford coming back if Kimbrow is in the fold and eligible to play. You get Kimbrow and stay in good shape with South Panola's Darell Henderson, that is a couple great additions to the Memphis backfield as both are really good speed guys.

Agreed. Kimbrow and Henderson would be perfect compliments to Cooper and Dorceus. In fact, I would take that backfield over anyone in the conference.

That being said, IF Dodson wanted to transfer home, you take him. Lets you RS Henderson...which i think he'd need.

I agree as well. You take Kimbrow and Dodson (if he is truly interested) to go along with Henderson. Would be sweet to have that luxury of having Brady Davis and Darrell Henderson red shirting together. I really would like to see us land a couple of impact wide receivers as well.

Agreed. I can't express to you enough how good I think Brady davis is going to be.

As far as WRs, I'd like to see us land Johnathan Johnson here locally. Also, Damion Willis from MS is a sleeper.

(11-10-2014 03:05 PM)ncrdbl1 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:28 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 02:24 PM)budtigerm Wrote:  I wouldn't take his ass back if he came to us on a silver platter. The transfer from Vandy was kicked off his team and I can excuse that so take him back. However, because this vaulted running back is not getting enough playing time after he made such a big to do about playing in the SEC NO Fricking WAY! If he is kicked off the team, maybe, but not to quit and come here because he is not getting enough playing time. Screw him and all the prep players who think they are too good to come to MEMPHIS. Do not under any circumstances take the quitter back. I don't want quitters and hope Fuente feels the same way.

I'm sorry, but what a stupid viewpoint. You can be petty if ya want to...I'll take talent however I can get it.

FWIW, I'm not attacking you personally...just your opinion.

Think it is a solid view point. Seems that integrity, personal responsibility, and having to live with your decisions are gone in today's society. While it may be better in the short term for the player and the team. In the long run it helps to add another straw to the back of the camel. What happens to these kids after their playing days are over if they do not get a concept of what life is really like? Life is not going to change the rules for them. So either they learn to live under the rules and accept the circumstances of their decisions. Or they go through life without any responsibility and becomes a burden on the responsible people in this country.

No matter how low the bar is set...

(11-10-2014 03:31 PM)TigerEdward Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:26 PM)HometownTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:19 PM)TigerEdward Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 03:09 PM)3601 Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Where is he enrolled this year?

Cisco junior college in Texas. He is sitting out and hoping to transfer back to Memphis possibly. Still has to be worked out with the staff as he left under bad terms but has been trying to do everything expected for the opportunity to return. Very fluid situation since the possibility of Brian Kimbrow has come up since. Just my opinion, but I think the staff passes on Warford coming back if Kimbrow is in the fold and eligible to play. You get Kimbrow and stay in good shape with South Panola's Darell Henderson, that is a couple great additions to the Memphis backfield as both are really good speed guys.

Agreed. Kimbrow and Henderson would be perfect compliments to Cooper and Dorceus. In fact, I would take that backfield over anyone in the conference.

That being said, IF Dodson wanted to transfer home, you take him. Lets you RS Henderson...which i think he'd need.

I agree as well. You take Kimbrow and Dodson (if he is truly interested) to go along with Henderson. Would be sweet to have that luxury of having Brady Davis and Darrell Henderson red shirting together. I really would like to see us land a couple of impact wide receivers as well.

Yep. We definitely need more breakaway speed at WR. I'm a little surprised that we have not seen more of Anthony Miller and Greg McKillion this year, as they both have good speed.

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Come on guys Warford is not coming back!!!

(11-10-2014 04:40 PM)FranklinTNTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Come on guys Warford is not coming back!!!

It doesn't seem to make much sense but it TE says it is a possibility then I believe him.

(11-10-2014 04:43 PM)idroot4russia Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 04:40 PM)FranklinTNTiger Wrote:  

(11-10-2014 01:43 PM)Brother Bluto Wrote:  Don't forget that Warford may be back

Come on guys Warford is not coming back!!!

It doesn't seem to make much sense but it TE says it is a possibility then I believe him.

I'll believe it when I see it. Warford really left on bad bad terms.

Don't use the Fuente transferred argument. It won't work and here is why. Murray State never tried to recruit Fuente while Memphis had offered Dodson a scholarship. If we quit taking these players who are so enamored with the SEC and then find out they can't cut it, and want to come back to play at Memphis. You will see a major uptick in our local recruiting. By taking these players that want to come back all you are doing is making sure you will not get a Memphis high school player who is decent to come to Memphis out of high school. Because they will know they can always come back to Memphis after going to another school. NO WAY PERIOD. You will kill local recruiting.

Yeah, we never should have let Corey Mills come back home.