Campbell: Meeting "Very Successful"

[KLHJ2]

I understand that it shouldn't matter, but that does not mean that it doesn't. If somebody had just gotten the best of you a month or 2 ago do you think that you would let him do it again anytime soon? I agree to disagree with you there so no need to continue with that argument.

On the flip side, lets say that the agent was there. Exactly what would he have leveraged for? Campbell is still under contract. I believe that someone said that he is only going to be a RFA next year. That means that no matter what somebody else wants to offer him the Skins can match if they desire to. Lets take it a season beyond next. There is always the Franchise tag. The bottom line is that even if the agent (Seagal) had been in the meeting, he has absolutely zero leverage to make demands.

[KI Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by Angry

The bottom line is that even if the agent (Seagal) had been in the meeting, he has absolutely zero leverage to make demands.

Segal has much more leverage than you realize. He'll probably start applying some of it in the near future, probably after the NFL Draft.

[CRedskinsRule]

But, how do we know his agent wasn't there? KI, it just seems like you make assumptions, based on your disgust with the FO. No one knows how it went down in the room. JC said he got alot off his chest. That may very well mean he did and said what you want him too. But how does acting like a whiny Cutler improve his hand in any way. I just don't get the logic.

[KI Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

But, how do we know his agent wasn't there? KI, it just seems like you make assumptions, based on your disgust with the FO. No one knows how it went down in the room. JC said he got alot off his chest. That may very well mean he did and said what you want him too. But how does acting like a whiny Cutler improve his hand in any way. I just don't get the logic.

You're right, I'm just upset about all the stupid Fantasy Football stuff that Snyder does. I'll get over it.

[Ruhskins]

It's sad that the upstanding character guys in sports like Jason Campbell are always the unpopular ones. You have head cases like TO, Chad Johnson, and Cutler throw tantrums and act like little kids, and they get all the attention from the media and the fans. Jason could have done many things and has chosen to be the better person, act like a professional, and move on.

Someone mentioned that JC should look out after himself financially and demand more money or go to another. Given the type of person that JC appears to be, I would imagine he's a responsible person that probably has wisely managed his money and is probably not hurting for money right now. Besides, JC probably realizes that the best way for him to improve his situation, is take advantage of next season to prove to the Redskins and the league that he can play the position and take it to the next level.

I'm surprised that Redskins fans don't remember how Art Monk carried himself throughout his career, and how he handled the whole situation of not being elected to the Hall of Fame.

[CRedskinsRule]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

It's sad that the upstanding character guys in sports like Jason Campbell are always the unpopular ones. You have head cases like TO, Chad Johnson, and Cutler throw tantrums and act like little kids, and they get all the attention from the media and the fans. Jason could have done many things and has chosen to be the better person, act like a professional, and move on.

Someone mentioned that JC should look out after himself financially and demand more money or go to another. Given the type of person that JC appears to be, I would imagine he's a responsible person that probably has wisely managed his money and is probably not hurting for money right now. Besides, JC probably realizes that the best way for him to improve his situation, is take advantage of next season to prove to the Redskins and the league that he can play the position and take it to the next level.

I'm surprised that Redskins fans don't remember how Art Monk carried himself throughout his career, and how he handled the whole situation of not being elected to the Hall of Fame.

Moment of respect for Art Monk, and reflection on last year's HOF ceremonies. How great were they. Art truly deserved it.

And yes Art's character and handling of the previous HOF snubs are a great comparison for JC. I don't know that JC will ever be a HOF qb, but his character and commitment to doing the best he can do has risen to the top in my books. I hope he has a pro-bowl year, that our O-line holds and that us fans get to reap a year of Redskins Dominance!!!

[redsk1]

Campbell is a class act that is not going to let the media know anything anyways. What was he supposed to say? We're going to get the same practice, preparation from JC as before. Let's hope JC rips up the NFL this year.

[NYCskinfan82]

And frankly I am too. I try not to say too much unless I feel strongly about it or I feel I'm right. I don't know if Campbell will ever be a great QB, but I know this, he doesn't deserve to be treated the way he's been treated by the fans. Campbell is not a bad QB yet he's treated like one by a lot of people. He deserves the chance to be in a system for more than one year to show what he can do. And I'm not talking about Saunders 700 page playbook that ended up being part what Saunders wanted and part what Gibbs wanted. I'm talking about a real system. I think he'll do well next year. If he doesn't, we don't resign him but he at least deserves the chance. If I was Campbell I probably would of been raising hell long time ago. "Will ya'll make up your mind what offense you want to run for crying out loud!" This is a case where I really hope the good guy wins. Some seem sure he's gonna fail, some seem sure he won't. I'd just like for him to have a clear cut chance to succeed. That's all any of us can ask for.
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Amen my brother


Excellent words put any other QB in JC situation 4 different offenses in 5 yrs.

[irish]

Football is a business like any other and I dont blame the Skins for looking at ways to improve at the most important position on the field. That said, I cant see how JC could have handled this any better. Very professional.

[freddyg12]

As others have already said, he's handled this well w/great class. KI Skins Fan, it appears to me that by his actions & response JC clearly understands the business side of it, & he & his agent are well positioned due to JC's upstanding professionalism.

Look back at JC's soph. & jr. years at Auburn. Fans were calling for his head, typical 2nd string qb talk when things aren't going well. Then, in his sr. year, under yet another offense, he leads the team to an undeafeted season.

The guy has been through this stuff before to some degree. He'll make things happen, I truly believe that. Like Dirtbag said, I'm also proud that he's the Skins qb & I hope he is for 10 more years.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by irish

Football is a business like any other and I dont blame the Skins for looking at ways to improve at the most important position on the field. That said, I cant see how JC could have handled this any better. Very professional.

100% agree

[GMScud]

Nothing really new here, just thought it was worth posting.

Florio makes some good points on this one:

ProFootballTalk.com - Jason Campbell Is “Pissed”

[TheSmurfs22]

Jason Campbell has yet again handled himself like a professional. Well done Jason you are a class act all the way.