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LIJetsFan · 02-13-2013, 11:38 AM

I never understood why they let this guy go. Well here's the answer:

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/02/...mike-westhoff/

The Illinois alum reiterated that he was happy to leave the Jets when he did, but said that was only the case because of Westhoff.

“I didn’t get along with Mike,” Weatherford said. “Mike was a really difficult person to play for. He’s a guy that kind of harped on the negative a little bit, and life’s short, man. I’m trying to have fun. And nobody works harder than me, so you can’t say anything like that. It was just difficult … I don’t know exactly why we didn’t get along, but it was a mutual parting of the ways.

“I liked being a New York Jet, and everybody treated me well there, but I felt like there was just maybe a little lack of respect. I’m 30 years old, I’m a father of three and he just didn’t treat me that way. It was frustrating because I wanted to be great for him, but he made it a very difficult workspace.”

McGinley · 02-13-2013, 11:44 AM

Like we give a **** now. We've got Robert "Stone" Malone. Steve Weatherfail can suck my balls.

nycdan · 02-13-2013, 11:47 AM

I heard him on one of the talk radio shows. He said he felt that when a kicker was kicking well, he didn't think it was smart to bring in competition every year just for the sake of doing it.

I can see both sides of that argument. The team has every right and obligation to always try to improve every slot, but a good kicker might not appreciate it and be happy to leave for a situation where he feels more secure. Take it for what it's worth.

Savage69 · 02-13-2013, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by LIJetsFan

I never understood why they let this guy go. Well here's the answer:

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/02/...mike-westhoff/

The Illinois alum reiterated that he was happy to leave the Jets when he did, but said that was only the case because of Westhoff.

“I didn’t get along with Mike,” Weatherford said. “Mike was a really difficult person to play for. He’s a guy that kind of harped on the negative a little bit, and life’s short, man. I’m trying to have fun. And nobody works harder than me, so you can’t say anything like that. It was just difficult … I don’t know exactly why we didn’t get along, but it was a mutual parting of the ways.

“I liked being a New York Jet, and everybody treated me well there, but I felt like there was just maybe a little lack of respect. I’m 30 years old, I’m a father of three and he just didn’t treat me that way. It was frustrating because I wanted to be great for him, but he made it a very difficult workspace.”

The Tuna wasn't any walk in the park either.. I always remember Wayne nursing a ankle injury saying; I'm healed Coach I can play and the Tuna kicking him in the ankle.. Chrebet wanted to kill him..

boxman · 02-13-2013, 11:57 AM

Boo hoo, Steve.

DDNYjets · 02-13-2013, 12:00 PM

This is old news. He had a terrible relationship with Westy. Westy was hard on him. Rumor is that after 2010 he told his agent that if the Jets called to not answer the phone.

I can't blame either of them. Westy's track record speaks for itself and Weatherford has turned into a good punter for the Giants. Maybe it just wasn't a good marriage. Sh!t happens.

NYJ37/12 · 02-13-2013, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by LIJetsFan

I never understood why they let this guy go. Well here's the answer:

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/02/...mike-westhoff/

The Illinois alum reiterated that he was happy to leave the Jets when he did, but said that was only the case because of Westhoff.

“I didn’t get along with Mike,” Weatherford said. “Mike was a really difficult person to play for. He’s a guy that kind of harped on the negative a little bit, and life’s short, man. I’m trying to have fun. And nobody works harder than me, so you can’t say anything like that. It was just difficult … I don’t know exactly why we didn’t get along, but it was a mutual parting of the ways.

“I liked being a New York Jet, and everybody treated me well there, but I felt like there was just maybe a little lack of respect. I’m 30 years old, I’m a father of three and he just didn’t treat me that way. It was frustrating because I wanted to be great for him, but he made it a very difficult workspace.”

You never understood? The guy was awful.

Untouchable · 02-13-2013, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by McGinley

Like we give a **** now. We've got Robert "Stone" Malone. Steve Weatherfail can suck my balls.

+1

Chupa · 02-13-2013, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LIJetsFan

I never understood why they let this guy go. Well here's the answer:

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/02/...mike-westhoff/

The Illinois alum reiterated that he was happy to leave the Jets when he did, but said that was only the case because of Westhoff.

“I didn’t get along with Mike,” Weatherford said. “Mike was a really difficult person to play for. He’s a guy that kind of harped on the negative a little bit, and life’s short, man. I’m trying to have fun. And nobody works harder than me, so you can’t say anything like that. It was just difficult … I don’t know exactly why we didn’t get along, but it was a mutual parting of the ways.

“I liked being a New York Jet, and everybody treated me well there, but I felt like there was just maybe a little lack of respect. I’m 30 years old, I’m a father of three and he just didn’t treat me that way. It was frustrating because I wanted to be great for him, but he made it a very difficult workspace.”

which one is it?

Beerfish · 02-13-2013, 12:20 PM

Weatherford has a ring, the Jets don't, he wins.

SDJETS · 02-13-2013, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Beerfish

Weatherford has a ring, the Jets don't, he wins.

Yes, impeccable logic...

BamaJets · 02-13-2013, 12:26 PM

Weatherford is a whiny *****. I remember watching Hard Knocks when he was with the Jets and the dude had so much gel in his hair in team meetings that a slapping was warranted. It's training camp and you're surrounded by big sweaty men, why the f do you need to fix up your faux-hawk?

Revis · 02-13-2013, 12:28 PM

We won the game but do you remember how awful he was in the divisional round game vs the Pats? His inability time and time again to nail a coffin corner punt to pin the Pats inside their 5 was the only reason that game was as close as it was. I had no issue when we let him go

32green · 02-13-2013, 12:29 PM

Loved Westy, but as a bozz you need to have a feel for who needs a good boot in the arse and who doesnt. Guess he was wrong about Weatherford.

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southparkcpa · 02-13-2013, 01:30 PM

Well tuff crap on him..he's gonna miss out on the SB trip to the whitehouse that Rex promised.

Oh wait........

LIJetsFan · 02-13-2013, 01:33 PM

Lot's of folks here knock Weatherford but I trust my eyes and he was awesome during the regular season. He did choke a bit post season but you 1st and foremost need to make the post season. He was a very good regular season guy and I thought he deserved another shot.

I'm not complaining because we got lucky in finding Malone. You can't count on luck. Weatherford was an asset.

SCITSCAT · 02-13-2013, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by McGinley

Like we give a **** now. We've got Robert "Stone" Malone. Steve Weatherfail can suck my balls.

yep.. If he couldn't play with one of the All Time greatest Special Team coaches in the NFL, he's a child. This is a job and you do your job and shut your mouth.

SCITSCAT · 02-13-2013, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by southparkcpa

Well tuff crap on him..he's gonna miss out on the SB trip to the whitehouse that Rex promised.

Oh wait........

Beerfish · 02-13-2013, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by SDJETS

Yes, impeccable logic...

It is, as that is the only thing that really matters overall in this game.

Xmarco · 02-13-2013, 02:17 PM

+1

02-13-2013, 11:38 AM	#1
LIJetsFan Practice Squad Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 298	Steve Weatherford I never understood why they let this guy go. Well here's the answer: http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/02/...mike-westhoff/ The Illinois alum reiterated that he was happy to leave the Jets when he did, but said that was only the case because of Westhoff. “I didn’t get along with Mike,” Weatherford said. “Mike was a really difficult person to play for. He’s a guy that kind of harped on the negative a little bit, and life’s short, man. I’m trying to have fun. And nobody works harder than me, so you can’t say anything like that. It was just difficult … I don’t know exactly why we didn’t get along, but it was a mutual parting of the ways. “I liked being a New York Jet, and everybody treated me well there, but I felt like there was just maybe a little lack of respect. I’m 30 years old, I’m a father of three and he just didn’t treat me that way. It was frustrating because I wanted to be great for him, but he made it a very difficult workspace.”

02-13-2013, 11:44 AM	#2
McGinley We Know Geno All Pro Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 7,612	Like we give a **** now. We've got Robert "Stone" Malone. Steve Weatherfail can suck my balls.

02-13-2013, 11:47 AM	#3
nycdan I'm tired of pretending I'm not a total b1tchen rock star from Mars. All League Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Thornwood, NY Posts: 4,803	I heard him on one of the talk radio shows. He said he felt that when a kicker was kicking well, he didn't think it was smart to bring in competition every year just for the sake of doing it. I can see both sides of that argument. The team has every right and obligation to always try to improve every slot, but a good kicker might not appreciate it and be happy to leave for a situation where he feels more secure. Take it for what it's worth.

02-13-2013, 11:57 AM	#5
boxman GENO! Rookie Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 859	Boo hoo, Steve.

02-13-2013, 12:00 PM	#6
DDNYjets Hall Of Fame Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: New York Posts: 12,559	This is old news. He had a terrible relationship with Westy. Westy was hard on him. Rumor is that after 2010 he told his agent that if the Jets called to not answer the phone. I can't blame either of them. Westy's track record speaks for itself and Weatherford has turned into a good punter for the Giants. Maybe it just wasn't a good marriage. Sh!t happens.

02-13-2013, 12:20 PM	#10
Beerfish Hall Of Fame Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 19,115	Weatherford has a ring, the Jets don't, he wins.

02-13-2013, 12:26 PM	#12
BamaJets Veteran Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 1,777	Weatherford is a whiny *****. I remember watching Hard Knocks when he was with the Jets and the dude had so much gel in his hair in team meetings that a slapping was warranted. It's training camp and you're surrounded by big sweaty men, why the f do you need to fix up your faux-hawk?

02-13-2013, 12:28 PM	#13
Revis Veteran Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 1,978	We won the game but do you remember how awful he was in the divisional round game vs the Pats? His inability time and time again to nail a coffin corner punt to pin the Pats inside their 5 was the only reason that game was as close as it was. I had no issue when we let him go

02-13-2013, 12:29 PM	#14
32green neerg23 Board Moderator Jets Insider VIP JetsInsider.com Legend Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: The depths of Despair. Posts: 37,714	Loved Westy, but as a bozz you need to have a feel for who needs a good boot in the arse and who doesnt. Guess he was wrong about Weatherford. -

02-13-2013, 01:30 PM	#15
southparkcpa I see the 88 to 97 period all over again. Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NC Posts: 15,918	Well tuff crap on him..he's gonna miss out on the SB trip to the whitehouse that Rex promised. Oh wait........

02-13-2013, 01:33 PM	#16
LIJetsFan Practice Squad Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 298	Lot's of folks here knock Weatherford but I trust my eyes and he was awesome during the regular season. He did choke a bit post season but you 1st and foremost need to make the post season. He was a very good regular season guy and I thought he deserved another shot. I'm not complaining because we got lucky in finding Malone. You can't count on luck. Weatherford was an asset.

02-13-2013, 02:17 PM	#20
Xmarco '13 Mission statement:Blow this whole Effin Program up Veteran Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,732	+1