Rex's "I'm Better Off Fired" Line was a Dogwhistle to other potential HC's - Jets Insider.com Forums

Vinny Testaverde's Niece · 01-01-2013, 07:44 PM

He strategically let this out to the media for other Head Coach candidates to hear, to let it be known that the offensive problems were Tanny's but especially Woody's for not shoring up the offense with better players. It's hard to argue that the offensive players were mostly completely offensive and there had to be some backroom machinations for that to have happened - beyond Rex's control.

So he's dogwhistling to other coaches warning them to reconsider an offer Woody (or new GM might make) because they won't have anything to work with either. Sounds like he's fighting for his job.

Carlton · 01-01-2013, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinny Testaverde's Niece

He strategically let this out to the media for other Head Coach candidates to hear, to let it be known that the offensive problems were Tanny's but especially Woody's for not shoring up the offense with better players. It's hard to argue that the offensive players were mostly completely offensive and there had to be some backroom machinations for that to have happened - beyond Rex's control.

So he's dogwhistling to other coaches warning them to reconsider an offer Woody (or new GM might make) because they won't have anything to work with either. Sounds like he's fighting for his job.

Whoa.

Eckesg1 · 01-01-2013, 07:50 PM

Isn't a dog whistle used to call dogs over to you?

And this theory makes absolutely no sense because the issue here has not been penny pinching by Woody.

ASH_1962 · 01-01-2013, 07:50 PM

Wait, humans cannot hear dog whistles. So are you saying nobody is paying attention to Rex?

I don't get it....

Dimitri_0515 · 01-01-2013, 07:55 PM

Link?

jetstream23 · 01-01-2013, 07:57 PM

So is Sparano yodeling???

Dimitri_0515 · 01-01-2013, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by jetstream23

So is Sparano yodeling???

Looks that way

ozu · 01-01-2013, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Eckesg1

Isn't a dog whistle used to call dogs over to you?

And this theory makes absolutely no sense because the issue here has not been penny pinching by Woody.

"talking in code"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog-whistle_politics

Guy Incognito · 01-01-2013, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinny Testaverde's Niece

It's hard to argue that the offensive players were mostly completely offensive

Yeah, that's definitely hard to argue.

Eckesg1 · 01-01-2013, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ozu

"talking in code"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog-whistle_politics

Thanks man.

But the theory still doesn't make sense.

JetPotato · 01-01-2013, 08:14 PM

Holy over think.

Rex isn't that smart. Even if he was, why would he then make such a big fuss over his conversation with Mehta?

Jetworks · 01-01-2013, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Eckesg1

Isn't a dog whistle used to call dogs over to you?

And this theory makes absolutely no sense because the issue here has not been penny pinching by Woody.

Fine if you disagree with the OP, but please don't hold that up as the reason. Woody is turning into Mike Brown rather quickly. Have you forgot about the furloughs, cheap-outs on veteran contracts and Tebow? The guy is definitely not a spendthrift.

Vin · 01-01-2013, 08:24 PM

Really, OP? REALLY?

TurkJetFan · 01-01-2013, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinny Testaverde's Niece

He strategically let this out to the media for other Head Coach candidates to hear, to let it be known that the offensive problems were Tanny's but especially Woody's for not shoring up the offense with better players. It's hard to argue that the offensive players were mostly completely offensive and there had to be some backroom machinations for that to have happened - beyond Rex's control.

So he's dogwhistling to other coaches warning them to reconsider an offer Woody (or new GM might make) because they won't have anything to work with either. Sounds like he's fighting for his job.

So what you are saying is, leading up to Black Monday after a horrible season Rex leaked a statement saying that he'd be better off fired, to warn other candidates in key open positions about taking a job here, to only screw himself further heading into a sure fire hot seat year?

Totally bro....totally...

buckeye · 01-01-2013, 08:29 PM

mavericknyc1980 · 01-01-2013, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Jetworks

Fine if you disagree with the OP, but please don't hold that up as the reason. Woody is turning into Mike Brown rather quickly. Have you forgot about the furloughs, cheap-outs on veteran contracts and Tebow? The guy is definitely not a spendthrift.

Typical SOJF response. Woody is far from perfect, but he is not cheap. If he was why would he hire such a highly regarded law firm help him hire a new gm. I mean wake up!!!!!!!!!

Vinny Testaverde's Niece · 01-01-2013, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Eckesg1

Isn't a dog whistle used to call dogs over to you?

And this theory makes absolutely no sense because the issue here has not been penny pinching by Woody.

I happen to think the offensive shortcomings were a result of Woody's refusal to pay for better players, but whether or not it's true, Rex can make it sound that way to others.

Vinny Testaverde's Niece · 01-01-2013, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mavericknyc1980

Typical SOJF response. Woody is far from perfect, but he is not cheap. If he was why would he hire such a highly regarded law firm help him hire a new gm. I mean wake up!!!!!!!!!

It's $200k vs. millions.

TexJet · 01-01-2013, 08:45 PM

The biggest circus in town is right here at JI.com. This is a wonderful place to enjoy the absurdity of the average Jets fan. I rarely post anymore, what's the use? But I do enjoy reading all the rants - better than anything the media can come up with! Please keep it up, the entertainment value is worth the price of admission.

Ray Ray19 · 01-01-2013, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Vin

Really, OP? REALLY?

LOL

01-01-2013, 07:44 PM	#1
Vinny Testaverde's Niece Post Count Not Affected By Demise of Hotties Forum All League Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 4,183	Rex's "I'm Better Off Fired" Line was a Dogwhistle to other potential HC's He strategically let this out to the media for other Head Coach candidates to hear, to let it be known that the offensive problems were Tanny's but especially Woody's for not shoring up the offense with better players. It's hard to argue that the offensive players were mostly completely offensive and there had to be some backroom machinations for that to have happened - beyond Rex's control. So he's dogwhistling to other coaches warning them to reconsider an offer Woody (or new GM might make) because they won't have anything to work with either. Sounds like he's fighting for his job.

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Eckesg1 All Pro Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,352	Isn't a dog whistle used to call dogs over to you? And this theory makes absolutely no sense because the issue here has not been penny pinching by Woody. Last edited by Eckesg1; 01-01-2013 at 07:53 PM.

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ASH_1962 Curtis Martin Class of 2012 All League Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 3,509	Wait, humans cannot hear dog whistles. So are you saying nobody is paying attention to Rex? I don't get it....

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Dimitri_0515 Banned Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 11,182	Link?

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jetstream23 recovering from turf toe Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ (New Jets Stadium Section 246) Posts: 31,610	So is Sparano yodeling???

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JetPotato fermenting Hall Of Fame Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New York, NY Posts: 12,142	Holy over think. Rex isn't that smart. Even if he was, why would he then make such a big fuss over his conversation with Mehta?

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Vin RE-SIGN ME, DAMMIT!!! All Pro Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 8,132	Really, OP? REALLY?

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buckeye ...sittin in a tree armed with a HOYT ! Undrafted Free Agent Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 186

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TexJet Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Katy, Texas Posts: 1,416	The biggest circus in town is right here at JI.com. This is a wonderful place to enjoy the absurdity of the average Jets fan. I rarely post anymore, what's the use? But I do enjoy reading all the rants - better than anything the media can come up with! Please keep it up, the entertainment value is worth the price of admission.