Joe Theisman is now dead to me....

[CarMike]

...as a Redskin.

From this day on, I'll know use of that scumbag.

I know he's trying to neutral. But he went way overboard tonight.

[Santheb]

The offense played like crap. Whatever ribbing he said, they deserved.

[CarMike]

BS

Its not what he said about the Redskins. It was his man crush on Simms.

[SimplyZ]

...as a Redskin.

From this day on, I'll know use of that scumbag.

I know he's trying to neutral. But he went way overboard tonight.
what are you talking about?

[ph33rtheD]

what did he say ?

[Syllable]

...as a Redskin.

From this day on, I'll know use of that scumbag.

I know he's trying to neutral. But he went way overboard tonight.

Joke? we shouldnt have won this game if we didnt have such a good defense, joe actually did do a great job.

[RedskinRyan]

BS

Its not what he said about the Redskins. It was his man crush on Simms.

i dont really care about that. should he have been kissing brunell's butt all game? simms played good for 59 minutes. we got lucky here, and we need to step it up offensively if we expect to move on from seattle.

[ryflan47]

what did he say ?
His nose was a little bit of THIS color while talking about Chris Simms.

[CarMike]

Good God. Am I the only who listened to him tonight?

I don't care what anyone says in this thread. He can bite the big one tonight.

WAY TO GO REDSKINS! ON TO SEATTLE!

[bgforever]

Theismann's an offensive guy and he wasn't impressed with that play calling, but JG , even though he baffled me with it, knew something of the limitations, still of Thrash, not all the way ready yet, apparently. Hopefully he should have full speed next week. We also go little from Cooley on production. That allowed a far faster secondary to converge on any receiver and double Moss.

We also have to keep in mind that Brooks and Quarles are the secret recipe to make the D go behind the line. They're knack is getting medium range destruction of offenses, so JG was keeping them chasing plays or forcing them to move then go where they cleared out. It was easier for me to say the play was bad, when in fact, that is how fast TB really is. Seattle's D isn't even close to that.

[RedskinRyan]

Good God. Am I the only who listened to him tonight?

I don't care what anyone says in this thread. He can bite the big one tonight.

WAY TO GO REDSKINS! ON TO SEATTLE!

i think there was too much blood in my ears from various ailments to focus on his announcing. but from my observations he seemed pretty neutral.

[2Cooley]

Well what else we he have to talk about in this game

[bgforever]

Thank God ST scored before he was ejected.

[Syllable]

He won my respect after he backed Taylor.

[IHATEDALLAS'82'87'91]

I don't like him either. Thanks for bringging us the Lombardi Trophy now get out!

[HAWGZHEAD]

Good God. Am I the only who listened to him tonight?

I don't care what anyone says in this thread. He can bite the big one tonight.

WAY TO GO REDSKINS! ON TO SEATTLE!Yeah I didn't like his attitude tonight either. We don't need him anyway.

[Redskin006]

Theismann just seemed like he was rooting for Tampa Bay. The way he talked about TB and how they could get in scoring position.......Joe seemed very biased and in favor of Tampa Bay. It really doesn't matter though because he is not on our current team and he has no effect on it. So, I just see him as a commentator and nothing more.

[CarMike]

Theismann just seemed like he was rooting for Tampa Bay. The way he talked about TB and how they could get in scoring position.......Joe seemed very biased and in favor of Tampa Bay. It really doesn't matter though because he is not on our current team and he has no effect on it. So, I just see him as a commentator and nothing more.
Thank you! I thought I watched a different game there for a while.

Yes, our offense was dreadful tonight. I'm very thankful for the W. But Theisman was clearly pulling for the Bucs. Maybe he can land a job with Doug Williams in the FO.

[IowaSkinsFan]

I don't know Mike, Simms looked good. All but two of his passes were on the money. The TD pass was perfect. His INT's were the results of tips. How can you not be impressed with the way Simms played?

[GolfFreak]

The offense played like crap. Whatever ribbing he said, they deserved.

Well said.

Someone brought this up in the game thread and I said he's just being an unbiased boardcaster for their national game. ESPN doesn't want a homer calling a game on national TV.

[CarMike]

I don't know Mike, Simms looked good. All but two of his passes were on the money. The TD pass was perfect. His INT's were the results of tips. How can you not be impressed with the way Simms played?
Yes, Simms played great. But so did our defense. Did he anything good to say about that? NO.

Oh well. He'll be dead to me no matter what from this point on...:sfight:

[wewantdallas]

I don't know Mike, Simms looked good. All but two of his passes were on the money. The TD pass was perfect. His INT's were the results of tips. How can you not be impressed with the way Simms played?

I agree. I don't get the criticism. Maybe he went a little overboard on Simms, but the Tampa offense was the only one doing much of ANYTHING as far as the quarterback position goes. And he did make some great plays and shows a lot of promise. He seemed really positive about the Redskins defense when it counted, too, so I think he was just trying to fill up time or something.

Then again, towards the end of the game, I had the radio broadcast on and turned the tv down, so maybe he said something towards the end that I didn't hear....

[CarMike]

Once again. It was not one single moment. It was through out the game.

You guys have you opinions. And I guess I can have mine.

[bgforever]

Theismann just seemed like he was rooting for Tampa Bay. The way he talked about TB and how they could get in scoring position.......Joe seemed very biased and in favor of Tampa Bay. It really doesn't matter though because he is not on our current team and he has no effect on it. So, I just see him as a commentator and nothing more.

Joey T has always gone overboard when trying not to show favorites, so much so, he shows nearly or no love. At least the Riggo commentary can be brutally honest and for the most part, he lets it fly. Joey T acts like the ratings will drop if he says anything positive consistently.

[CarMike]

Joey T has always gone overboard when trying not to show favorites, so much so, he shows nearly or no love. At least the Riggo commentary can be brutally honest and for the most part, he lets it fly. Joey T acts like the ratings will drop if he says anything positive consistently.
GREAT point bgforever. Perhaps i'm letting years of frustration get the better of me. He has always went overboard with being so neutral that I have always thought he crossed the line.

Now that i've had time to relax and rethink some things....I still don't like him. But he does a long history with the Redskins. Perhaps not dead, but I won't go to battle for him any longer among friends. [not that he would care...;)]

[Farbod]

Joey T has always gone overboard when trying not to show favorites, so much so, he shows nearly or no love. At least the Riggo commentary can be brutally honest and for the most part, he lets it fly. Joey T acts like the ratings will drop if he says anything positive consistently.

Joey T is a skins fan... He sometimes goes overboard trying to compensate his homerism...

Riggo is NOT a skins fan. I have heard him on numerous occasions say he was merely a Redskins EMPLOYEE...

HUGE DIFFERENCE...

[inevitable]

What really really grinded my gears was when he talked about all the offensive mismatches for our defense, I said this before, and it really PISSED me off.

Walt Harris vs. Joey Galloway: "Thats just unfair"
Lemar Marshall vs. C. Williams: "Thats just unfair, him trying to tackle Williams"

Thats bullcrap. I was so sick of him saying how our defense was so mismatched to their offense, I was about to puke.

I wasn't going to make a thread, but I'm sure as hell glad I wasn't the only one who wanted to jack JT in his jaw.

[IowaSkinsFan]

Once again. It was not one single moment. It was through out the game.

You guys have you opinions. And I guess I can have mine.

Obviously Mike you are entitled to your opinion. It just seems a little over the top. Theismann won a SB for us, led us to another and won countless games for us. The Tampa defense was dominant today. Look at the stats. Look how bad they made our offense look. We were fortunate and blessed to win today. Yes our defense came through for us today, but that doesn't make any of what he said wrong. He can't just root for the Redskins as a broadcaster because he played for them.

[2Cooley]

What really really grinded my gears was when he talked about all the offensive mismatches for our defense, I said this before, and it really PISSED me off.

Walt Harris vs. Joey Galloway: "Thats just unfair"
Lemar Marshall vs. C. Williams: "Thats just unfair, him trying to tackle Williams"

Thats bullcrap. I was so sick of him saying how our defense was so mismatched to their offense, I was about to puke.

I wasn't going to make a thread, but I'm sure as hell glad I wasn't the only one who wanted to jack JT in his jaw.
I hated that too. He was talkin about Marshall like he just converted from saftey to LB yesterday

[2Cooley]

Obviously Mike you are entitled to your opinion. It just seems a little over the top. Theismann won a SB for us, led us to another and won countless games for us. The Tampa defense was dominant today. Look at the stats. Look how bad they made our offense look. We were fortunate and blessed to win today. Yes our defense came through for us today, but that doesn't make any of what he said wrong. He can't just root for the Redskins as a broadcaster because he played for them.
never stoped phill simms

[HAWGZHEAD]

For me it was his tone. I can't nail it down but the intonation of his voice to me just seemed to put everything the Bucs were doing above his comments for us.

[AGibbsGirl]

You're not crazy Mike...I had to turn off the sound and turn on the radio because I couldn't take the Tampa Bay Love fest from the idiots on ABC...but then you all know I'm not a huge Theisman fan anyway...


btw...who are the idiots saying that Simms played well? Did Tampa win? No they lost because of turnovers and as a wise man (Gibbs) said...you win as a TEAM.
So what if the defense carried us today? That's how a good team becomes a great team...one side picks up the pieces if the other side is down.

[Jero]

Joe T. really adores the Redskins, which is why he tries so hard not to let it show when he's calling one of their games. He is always hard on the Skins like you'd be hard on one of your children, and he gets proud when they do well. You think he wasn't happy after this win tonight?

[IowaSkinsFan]

never stoped phill simms

We are not talking about Phil Simms. That's what makes Theismann a better broadcaster than Phil Simms too. Theismann doesn't allow his personal feelings to override how he calls a game. If anything, he overcompensates for it to avoid the appearance of favoritism. He must be doing something right, he held the same job for 19 years, and the way ESPN likes to fire good commentators for a flavor of the month, that's saying something.

[bgforever]

Joe T. really adores the Redskins, which is why he tries so hard not to let it show when he's calling one of their games. He is always hard on the Skins like you'd be hard on one of your children, and he gets proud when they do well. You think he wasn't happy after this win tonight?


I read it that way too. I did what AGibbsGirl did, I turned the sound off on the tv.

[suppitty]

That is by far the worst crew in the NFL. They make so many horrible mistakes, and almost every opinion they have is stupid.

I remember watching last year when Theismann decided that for a change he would actually criticize somebody. He decided that wr Darrell Jackson of the Seahawks was playing terribly, and not giving full effort. By the end of the game Jackson had 11 catches, 200 yards, and 2 td's.

[HAWGZHEAD]

Joe T. really adores the Redskins, which is why he tries so hard not to let it show when he's calling one of their games. He is always hard on the Skins like you'd be hard on one of your children, and he gets proud when they do well. You think he wasn't happy after this win tonight?I hope that is the case.

[bosshog001]

I thought he did a great job. He did keep highlighting that Sims had no yards for all those completions, to be fair.

[bgforever]

never stoped phill simms

Or Michael Irvin or Jimmy Johnson, or Terry Bradshaw or ........

[CarMike]

Obviously Mike you are entitled to your opinion. It just seems a little over the top. Theismann won a SB for us, led us to another and won countless games for us. The Tampa defense was dominant today. Look at the stats. Look how bad they made our offense look. We were fortunate and blessed to win today. Yes our defense came through for us today, but that doesn't make any of what he said wrong. He can't just root for the Redskins as a broadcaster because he played for them.
What really really grinded my gears was when he talked about all the offensive mismatches for our defense, I said this before, and it really PISSED me off.

Walt Harris vs. Joey Galloway: "Thats just unfair"
Lemar Marshall vs. C. Williams: "Thats just unfair, him trying to tackle Williams"

Thats bullcrap. I was so sick of him saying how our defense was so mismatched to their offense, I was about to puke.

I wasn't going to make a thread, but I'm sure as hell glad I wasn't the only one who wanted to jack JT in his jaw.

And Rob, just because he won us a Super Bowl 20+ years ago doesn't get him a pass with me.

As I said earlier. I'm over this. Last post in this thread. I've said my peace. As have you guys who disagree with me. ;)

WE WON BABY! LOL

[BandWagon]

...as a Redskin.

From this day on, I'll know use of that scumbag.

I know he's trying to neutral. But he went way overboard tonight.
Huh? Lemme read the rest of these posts to see if you elaborate...

[Axegrinder]

Sonny ,Sam,and Larry for me!!!

[RoanokeSkin]

Guys...take it easy. He is just doing his job. I will remind you all that in the preseason, everybody who cares about the NFL wanted to put him in a straight jacket because he picked us the go to the SUPER BOWL.......in the PRESEASON!!!! No other football analyst on the planet went out on a limb like that.

[BandWagon]

I don't know. I guess different strokes for different folks. To me, I didn't hear anything that caused my skin to crawl. At one point I think Simms was 16 of 18 and made some incredible scrambles to avoid sacks and made some clutch throws. I personally think he was deserving of the praise. I think Joe does a very good job of being neutral. Probably the reason he's moving up to the biggest game in Football...MNF

[dj_stouty]

Yes, Simms played great. But so did our defense. Did he anything good to say about that? NO.

Oh well. He'll be dead to me no matter what from this point on...:sfight:

I didn't see it that way. He talked up both defenses...and gave props to Simms as many of us thought was needed. The kid made many key 3rd down conversions.

Our offense was one of the worst in NFL playoff history. I'm not sure what you expected Joe or the rest of the broadcasters to say kindly about it...

[Axegrinder]

We gave no pressure up the middle,so Simms had all day to throw.
Conservative playcalling on our offense.

[GibbsRules!]

And Rob, just because he won us a Super Bowl 20+ years ago doesn't get him a pass with me.

As I said earlier. I'm over this. Last post in this thread. I've said my peace. As have you guys who disagree with me. ;)

WE WON BABY! LOL
Hey Mike, maybe Joe laid some heavy greenback on the Skins to cover the spread and saw that JG got conservative with the lead. :whoknows:

I never really cared for Paul McGuire. He alone makes me hit the mute button more than anyone.

[forcefield58]

Joe T. really adores the Redskins, which is why he tries so hard not to let it show when he's calling one of their games. He is always hard on the Skins like you'd be hard on one of your children, and he gets proud when they do well. You think he wasn't happy after this win tonight?

Was just going to say the same thing. He really loves the Skins but you can't be a homer on a national broadcast. Simms is young and is coming on as a good QB. QB's like QB's. I didn't care much for the commentating either, but what do you do....listen to WJFK....which brings up the questions...who was better, Mr. T. or Sonny?

[WABronco]

I don't like him either. Thanks for bringging us the Lombardi Trophy now get out!

Lol, u serious?

[RoanokeSkin]

Lol, u serious?


I cant believe some people on this board. Theismann is a Redskin for life, and if you hate on Joe, to hell with ya. He is Redskin through and through, he has to make a concious effort to be un-biased during telecasts of Redskin games. The guy is at Redskin park all the time and admits he pulls for the Skins.

If you dont like him as a broadcaster, then fine.... but as a Redskin, SHUT UP ALREADY!!

[localsportsfan]

Good God. Am I the only who listened to him tonight?

I don't care what anyone says in this thread. He can bite the big one tonight.

WAY TO GO REDSKINS! ON TO SEATTLE!

I have no clue what your talking about. He is paid to commentate the game, and thats what he did... Brunell sucked badely tonight. 2 weeks in a row. Simms played very well.. I don't understand this thread.

[TrueSkin]

I agree with you that Joe has shown some bias this season. That is why he picked the Redskins to win the NFC championship earlier this year and picked the Redskins to win this week on the ESPN website. Joe has shown more loyalty to the Skins this year that any year I can recall since he stopped playing. With that said I still think he is an arrogant jerk.

[hogs86]

I have done 6 signings with Joe Theismann over the last 5 years.He is 100% Redskin. I really think when he does national games he goes overboard by not trying to be a homer.Trust me on this other then Sonny and Sam. Theismann is a redskin for life!!

[BandWagon]

I have done 6 signings with Joe Theismann over the last 5 years.He is 100% Redskin. I really think when he does national games he goes overboard by not trying to be a homer.Trust me on this other then Sonny and Sam. Theismann is a redskin for life!!
And honestly, you can't blame him for doing that. He'd be fired if were a homer in high profile games like this.

[CapitalDefense]

And honestly, you can't blame him for doing that. He'd be fired if were a homer in high profile games like this.
Bingo, the man has a job to do, and he does it quite well.

[Jero]

I cant believe some people on this board. Theismann is a Redskin for life, and if you hate on Joe, to hell with ya. He is Redskin through and through, he has to make a concious effort to be un-biased during telecasts of Redskin games. The guy is at Redskin park all the time and admits he pulls for the Skins.

If you dont like him as a broadcaster, then fine.... but as a Redskin, SHUT UP ALREADY!!

Very true.

[CapitalDefense]

Originally Posted by RoanokeSkin
I cant believe some people on this board. Theismann is a Redskin for life, and if you hate on Joe, to hell with ya. He is Redskin through and through, he has to make a concious effort to be un-biased during telecasts of Redskin games. The guy is at Redskin park all the time and admits he pulls for the Skins.

If you dont like him as a broadcaster, then fine.... but as a Redskin, SHUT UP ALREADY!!

Give that man a cigggarrr!!!

[Santheb]

Joey T is a skins fan... He sometimes goes overboard trying to compensate his homerism...

Riggo is NOT a skins fan. I have heard him on numerous occasions say he was merely a Redskins EMPLOYEE...

HUGE DIFFERENCE...

Damn..really? I was definitely not aware of that, lol.

[dj_stouty]

I cant believe some people on this board. Theismann is a Redskin for life, and if you hate on Joe, to hell with ya. He is Redskin through and through, he has to make a concious effort to be un-biased during telecasts of Redskin games. The guy is at Redskin park all the time and admits he pulls for the Skins.

If you dont like him as a broadcaster, then fine.... but as a Redskin, SHUT UP ALREADY!!

Ok...please refrain from the bolded phrases above. You may disagree with someone but don't make it personal. Any more of this and the thread will be locked and warnings will be issued...

[Seebs]

Ok...please refrain from the bolded phrases above. You may disagree with someone but don't make it personal. Any more of this and the thread will be locked and warnings will be issued...

I totally agree with you DJ, it is starting to go overboard.

I had the chnace to follow the game yesterday and the abc broadcast. yes they kept talking about TB, but they were trailing and I think that for the dynamic of the game broadcast it was good to insist on what TB was doing. Nevertheless, maybe our D could have been shown a little more love.

[helimech24]

Joe Theisman is a great Redskin, but he sucks commentating. He talks about the most off the wall crap, and he makes no sense half the time. Joe is another Madden, trying to hard instead of being themselves. You were a great player, stop trying to act like a genius and talk about the game like a real person.

[dukeuch]

I hated that too. He was talkin about Marshall like he just converted from saftey to LB yesterday

C'mon, "that's not fair" is a rip? That's just sort of slang, like when a linebacker is asked to cover Antonio Gates downfield, or a 5-10 corneback is one-on-one with Jerome Bettis. Saying it's "unfair" that a linebacker be asked to not be faked out by Williams in the open field is just sort of saying "it can't be expected that he will not be faked out".

[flave1969]

I watched the game with Big Country last night and he will testify to how many times I commented on the brown nosing the ABC crew were doing last night. I am watching the re-run now, and they have given very little praise to our D, it is like we are not on the field. .

I do not expect credit for our offensive performance, frankly it was awful.

However I expect a big deal to be made of a Defense playing on the road, giving up ten points, under three hundred yards, causing three turnovers, stopping a team twice on fourth down, all this with injuries to key personnel.
They also took the big Tampa playmakers out of the game, the Cadillac averaged 2.7 ypc. Also Joey Galloway never got the chance to truly hurt us. This was the story of the game for me. That should have been shouted about, it simply was not by the ABC crew.

That said Joe T was still a good player for this team and when he can he is positive about the team.

[helimech24]

I watched the game with Big Country last night and he will testify to how many times I commented on the brown nosing the ABC crew were doing last night. I am watching the re-run now, and they have given very little praise to our D, it is like we are not on the field. .

I do not expect credit for our offensive performance, frankly it was awful.

However I expect a big deal to be made of a Defense playing on the road, giving up ten points, under three hundred yards, causing three turnovers, stopping a team twice on fourth down, all this with injuries to key personnel.
They also took the big Tampa playmakers out of the game, the Cadillac averaged 2.7 ypc. Also Joey Galloway never got the chance to truly hurt us. This was the story of the game for me. That should have been shouted about, it simply was not by the ABC crew.

That said Joe T was still a good player for this team and when he can he is positive about the team.

You are absolutely right. I didn't realize it until you wrote this, they didn't give any real credit to our Defense. They talked about how good Simms and Caddy were, and even Galloway, Ike, and Sheppard. If Rogers hadn't been tackling Sheppard in the endzone, it would have been a tied game. Our defense was amazing and got no credit during the game.

[IMALILTEAPOT]

i dont understand, i think joe t did a great job of commentating during the game. it was paul maguire that was the dumbass. i swear he didnt say anything of significance the entire game. joe t is wonderful at explaining things about the game clearly, and maguire just says, "Look at that!"

[vabeach_skinsfan]

Joe Theisman is a great Redskin, but he sucks commentating. He talks about the most off the wall crap, and he makes no sense half the time. Joe is another Madden, trying to hard instead of being themselves. You were a great player, stop trying to act like a genius and talk about the game like a real person.

Yeah Joe is a weirdo, but not as bad as his partner in crime "Paul Mcguire". I swear I cannot stand those two commentating football games.

[Ibleedburgundy]

Yes there was a definite love-fest going on for Chris Simms but this is my take. Phil Simms and Thiesmann are both former QB's that are in broadcasting. I don't think they've ever worked together but I would imagine they have had plenty of chances to rub elbows and get to know each other. They're probably friends so Thiesman has probably been watching Chris Simms play for 6 years now going back to Texas. You root for you buddy's son. I think for Thiesmann it's personal with the Simms and he deliberately used that as a way to try and not be such a homer. There seems to be a lot of pressure on the Sports media to not be a homer. Anyway, it was annoying because Chris Simms played well but not great. He might be the next Aaron Brooks if he's lucky.

[HogSkinMD]

Like many people here I get pretty annoyed with Theismann and his commentaries. But....I believe he was probably over-compensating a little too much, because he's been accused of being a homer (especially lately). With the Skins lack of offensive production last night, and the excellent play of TBs defensive unit, Theismann leaned to talking positively about Tampa. Theismann is the one who predicted the Super Bowl for the Skins, when no one would dare say that, personally, I don't take offense to last nights comment.

We've got a new game this week and it should be great.

[MWballer]

Like many people here I get pretty annoyed with Theismann and his commentaries. But....I believe he was probably over-compensating a little too much, because he's been accused of being a homer (especially lately). With the Skins lack of offensive production last night, and the excellent play of TBs defensive unit, Theismann leaned to talking positively about Tampa. Theismann is the one who predicted the Super Bowl for the Skins, when no one would dare say that, personally, I don't take offense to last nights comment.

We've got a new game this week and it should be great.

I dont take offense either but I think ppl jus wish that we had some praisers in the media the way the Cowboys do with Irvin, Aikman, etc.. and Philly always gets love from their former QB(forgot his name works for ESPN). We dont have that the closest TV personality we have to that is Schlereth(i think his name is works for NFL Live occasionally on ESPN) We jus want someone to stand up for us in the media.

[Blind-sided]

I think the guy sitting next to Joe T. I forget his name ?, Well seemed like he wanted tampa to win it . Seemed down on us at times. Even with a great defensive out put.

[RedskinsDave]

Joke? we shouldnt have won this game if we didnt have such a good defense, joe actually did do a great job.

If I hear one more stupid comment like this I'm hurting someone. If we didn't have a good defense? Good lord!

[BurgundyNGold]

Once again. It was not one single moment. It was through out the game.

You guys have you opinions. And I guess I can have mine.
Didn't Theismann actually refer to the Redskins as "we" at one point before correcting himself or am I mistaken?

[ChiefPowhatan17]

I don't like him either. Thanks for bringging us the Lombardi Trophy now get out!

Come on now. Joe T. played for us from 1974 till LT(onCOKE) broke his leg. He is a true REDSKIN, he supports this organiztion and Joe Gibbs. And I don't know if you remember, but he was here so long that he played with Sonny and Billy. Joe T. use to return punts also. He is the 3rd best QB this franchise has ever had behind Sonny and Sammy Baugh. I don't care if he was up Chris Simms Butt, because he likes to see guys control an offense. Brunell did nothing yesterday.
So get off Joe's case, he supports the Skins, he picked us to go to the SuperBowl this year....

[helimech24]

Come on now. Joe T. played for us from 1974 till LT(onCOKE) broke his leg. He is a true REDSKIN, he supports this organiztion and Joe Gibbs. And I don't know if you remember, but he was here so long that he played with Sonny and Billy. Joe T. use to return punts also. He is the 3rd best QB this franchise has ever had behind Sonny and Sammy Baugh. I don't care if he was up Chris Simms Butt, because he likes to see guys control an offense. Brunell did nothing yesterday.
So get off Joe's case, he supports the Skins, he picked us to go to the SuperBowl this year....

No one is doubting his lenience to the Skins, we are talking about how bad his commentating is. He sounds like a freaking moron most of the time. He is protecting his image as a sportscaster, but how much can you ignore such obvious things like the whole defense.

[Syllable]

I liked Joe T's Commentating, since im a skins fan I can relate to some of the stuff hes talking about and if he ever gets canned many are saying that hes gonna go to WJFK.

[Patrick]

Man – What a crazy thread but it’s typical because it involves Joe T.
Here’s my two cent on the matter (and not that it means anything so don’t get in a uproar):

First, let's jump all over JT because he was telling like it was yesterday...... actually he really held back about Tampa IMO because they were the only one doing anything good or bad worth talking about in the second half. .............OH wait a minute ....... I forgot WE did set a new playoff record ......... LEAST amount of offensive yardage and STILL win the game. YIPEE!!!!!

Second ............. Did any one see the interview on COMCAST with Thiesmann before the game. To say his heart isn't with the Skins - well you're just fooling yourself. He's very much a Redskin and will always be. NOW if there are some things he's get frustrated with about with the team/organization them ........OH WAIT A MINUTE ..... NO ONE on this board gets that way - I forget. ................. And along those lines - WHO'S the only one in the media that predicted the Skins going to the Superbowl. ......... YEAH that's RIGHT - Joe Thiesmann

THIRD ............. I don't hear anyone jumping into Mark Mays case OR Riggins (for that matter )when they have negatives to say about our team (AND I heard they both on numerous occasions). BUT I guess that's OK, huh – we’ll look the other way for them.

LASTLY - IF I'm not mistaken (which can happens quit often), Thiesmann just scored one of the premiere commentator jobs NFL. Monday Night Football / ESPN . IMO that means he one of the better personalities in the business and he needs to remain neutral about teams regardless. This is not a easy thing to do IF you’ve been involved with a team you had great success with - at least I would think! So maybe he has to sway a little towards the other team so he’s not considered bias.

To be honest – I could care a less if you like him or hate him. Everyone is entitled to the opinion. BUT I don’t think he was having a love fest with Simms yesterday. Basically, the development of Simms and a tough defensive battle (on both sides) was the story line to that game. And personally whether I agree or disagree with Thiesmann when he’s commentating - I rather listen to him then 90% of those others guys (gals).

[bgforever]

Got your point, grabs his safety blanket, walks away................:)

[IMALILTEAPOT]

honestly, its about time we stop worrying about commentators. just watch the game.

[Chief Seeway]

...as a Redskin.

From this day on, I'll know use of that scumbag.

I know he's trying to neutral. But he went way overboard tonight.



Wow Mike.

[Brokenstriker]

I loved the way Simms played ... don't rag Joey T for complimenting him so much ...

I especially loved the way Simms threw carelessly over our Samoan Skin who got his hands on yet another Simms pass attempt ...

Simms killed their chances ... in the end ... and often enough through the game ... played like a incomplete package ...

I think Joe is trying to make sure the Bucs dont replace him with someone good ... improving the Skins chances next year

way to go Joe

[wxgeektim]

Joey T and the rest of those guys always suck up to whatever player is doing well at the time. They do it every game, so don't be offended. Anybody old enough to remember Howard Cosell. He'd sneeze and everyone would say he was anti-Skins. JT pales in comparison.

[skins74]

He was obviously trying too hard to be unbiased. I did end up muting him. But I know in his heart he is a Redskin.

[redwolf1218]

He was obviously trying too hard to be unbiased. I did end up muting him. But I know in his heart he is a Redskin.
i've noticed that too, i think he goes out of his way to prove that he is not biased. i think he has to do that, or else he'd be out of a job. but i think everyone knows he believes in whatever Joe Gibbs is doing.

[bgforever]

He was obviously trying too hard to be unbiased. I did end up muting him. But I know in his heart he is a Redskin.

As I told a GibbsGirl, that is what I believe (he's forever B and G) and I just muted him. I wanted to concentrate on my chants, prayers and nail biting :)