Sean Taylor Shot in the Thigh (UPDATED 6:54 PM)

[SC Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by SouperMeister

Unfortunately, most football fans outside of DC have an impression of Taylor perpetuated by the media rehashing his on and off-field transgressions from his first two years in the league. By all accounts of his teammates and coaches, Taylor has been a changed man since the arrival of his daughter prior to last season. Idiots like Colin Cowturd would never allow the public to see that side of Sean. I wish they could all see the interviews Kelli Johnson did with Taylor - they reveal a man who was making strides to be a good teammate on and off the field, and above all, a family man.

Its not the Kelli Johnson interview, but here are a couple of items from the Redskins.com archive. I think they show a glimpse of a young, intelligent, and supremely talented individual. Wilbon, Cowherd, and all the rest aren't worth the newsprint or the airwaves that they use to spread their vindictive messages.

Sean Taylor: 5.4

S. Taylor: 5-15

[jgalecpa]

Thanks for the link, SC Skins Fan.

What a different person than the one you read about in the media.

Thanks again.

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I was browsing other sites and I even saw Broncos' fans mocking the whole situation. I think one even asked if he was a Crip or a Blood.

Granted, this definitely wasn't all Broncos fans. But you'd think they, of all fans, would be sensitive to this.

It just a shame people write things so hurtful & hateful, hiding behind a darn computer. Sometimes it makes ya wonder what this world has really come to, sadly enough.

I read some of the posts in our local daily press news paper in response to this horrible tragedy. I was just shocked people would even write things so hurtfull about any other human being, not to mention a person you don't even know.

[Paintrain]

Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

It just a shame people write things so hurtful & hateful, hiding behind a darn computer. Sometimes it makes ya wonder what this world has really come to, sadly enough.

I read some of the posts in our local daily press news paper in response to this horrible tragedy. I was just shocked people would even write things so hurtfull about any other human being, not to mention a person you don't even know.

Unfortunately times like this confirm that most people are bastard covered bastarts with bastard filling.. Appreciate those who have enough class and sense to wish him well regardless of what they think of him personally or the team.. F--- the rest.

[DynamiteRave]

Originally Posted by bridaman51

The a-holes are everywhere. I am sure there are cowboy fans and giants fans that are out there right now having a good laugh at this situation, as I am sure there would be skins fans that would do it to. let me correct that, they are not fans they are dumb asses who root for a team. They think being kind, and showing compassion for other people espcially those of the rival team is a sign of weakness. Well a sign of weakness is not being compassionate not letting your true feelings out. I hate the Cowboys always will, as I would expect them to hate the Redskins but regardless of what color uniform you wear on Sunday this about a human being, a friend, a Son, and most importantly a Father. These type of situations are horrible for anyone to endure and I hope nobody ever has to personally. But if anything can be taken from this tragedy it is not the assholes who took pleasure in it but the people like CowboyzAdam and so many other cowboy, eagles, and giant fans that have shown there support, have said a kind word. It is because of people like you all and the real Redskin fans that make this sport special.

Seriously. A few Ravens fans I've talked to here at school were completely sympathetic to the whole thing but like I said earlier, 1 girl said the news was the best thing to happen to her all day. And another guy said that he was brain dead for playing with the Skins in the first place.

I mean come on, a little sensitivity towards a sensitive situation never hurt anyone.

[JWsleep]

Just got home after a long day traveling--unbelievable. Prayers to Sean.

I am in shock.

[JWsleep]

Forget all that. Don't waste your energy on morons--there are more than a few of them running around this earth.

Hang in there, Sean. Hang in there.

[Drift Reality]

It has been a while since I've posted to The Warpath because I've been a bit frustrated with the season so far. I have been checking up on here to see what the vibe has been among fans as the season has progressed.

As I was driving home I was listening to the John Thompson show on 980 and was touched by all the Redskins fans that were calling in with tears in their eyes and sadness in their voice.

It is just incredible to me that for many of us, this team and the guys on the team are more than just people we watch on TV - we actually develop a sort of connection with them through the things we read and discuss.

I wanted to take some time and simply express my condolences. Right now none of this is about football really, it is about a tragedy and I really hope and pray for the best.

[Vaquero]

My Prayers to S. Taylor

[Big C]

what did those eagles fans say?

[Dlyne8r]

Very interesting. Life can remind us of our humanity in very odd ways occasionally. Many of us that follow the Redskins have spent much energy spewing hateful things to say about our rivals. I'm guilty of it. Some of our "hatred" is in good fun, some isn't. But at the end of the day, we are ALL just people and it is human nature, at least in this country, to care about each others well being. When the chips are down, we can usually count on a friend, a neighbor, even a rival, to come to our aide in times of trouble. I have been humbled by the show of gratitude from fans of the Cowboys, Steelers, Broncos, etc. You all rock and you must know that fans like yourselves would be most appreciated by athletes like Sean Taylor. Let's all here at the Warpath remind each other in the future when we're throwing barbs and truly hateful things to say at our "Football" enemies of the thoughtful, graceful, and considerate offers of condolences they gave us on this day.

[skinsguy]

It's just the state of mind the world is in nowadays. Honestly, I do understand how the uninformed could decide that Sean Taylor is a thug by past experiences. However, at least to what we know and what his teammates have said, Taylor seemed to be getting his life back on the right track. I believe his daughter is definitely one reason for that fact. If Sean Taylor had decided to go out to some nighclub and shoot up the place and to get shot himself, then I'd have a heard time holding sympathy for him. However, someone broke into his place with the intent to kill him and possibly his family. If Taylor makes it out of this relativitely healthy, then I really hope he moves somewhere safe. Maybe some small farm town where they still keep their doors unlocked at night.

Let's keep remembering him in prayer guys.

[Redskin]

You know all that i saw from the eagles forums was mostly good wishing towards sean and condolences but on the giants forums they attacked him and most said he deserved what he got. Real Classy

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by Redskin

Ya know alls i saw from the eagles was mostly good wishing towards sean but the giants wow, I guess we now know who the classy fans of the nfl are

Wait, what?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Redskin

Ya know alls i saw from the eagles was mostly good wishing towards sean but the giants wow, I guess we now know who the classy fans of the nfl are

Eagles fans overall haven't been bad on their official message board. But then you have genius posts like these:

Originally Posted by Iggles Idiot

Maybe Millionare football players should just stop hanging out in the "Hood".Where they think they are "GANGSTA"..You dont see white football palyers getting shot

Originally Posted by Philly Phucktard

Whatever, though. I'm going to continue making fun of the "tragedy" that has befallen poor wittle Seaney because he's a scumbag piece of **** thug who quite likely got what was coming to him. Here's hoping you die screaming, motherFer.