Possible reasons for too many Crompton quotes

[Lexvol]

In many ways Crompton was almost "set up to fail" last year. With UT's running game even an all american QB would have struggled in the backfield. Many of us think he probably has the ability, but are concerned that his brain isn't keeping up with his body.

When we hear him say "nobody's perfect" we cringe. Technically he is correct. There isn't a perfect athlete on the planet. But when fans hear it they think "Oh crap...he is talking again."

I think he could and will learn a good deal about PR from Kiff and Chaney. Judging by his most recent quotes I think he will.

Whether he likes it or not (I agree that it is unfair) he has a PR problem to face this year. That is a direct result of his poor play, and his "frankness" with the press.

 

[Writer32]

I'm not taking shots at anyone in particular...just trying to come up with an explanation for why people would want to rip a person they don't even know who has been put in a bad situation.....

Doesn't matter if we're talking Crompton, Stephens or Coleman.

This wasn't what they signed up for -- as far as the support staff they are surrounded by on the field or the numerous coaching changes or the rabid fans.

But yet, they go out there every day and continue to compete for the school so many on here claim to love.

Wouldn't matter what school we were talking about -- I've seen the same thing at other schools I've covered.

Yes, I played the game, though I was not good enough to play at the Division I level, so I enlisted in the military for three years to earn money to go to college.

While in college, I worked 40 hours a week at the newspaper and took a full load. I enjoy football, too, but having spent the past 20 years behind the scenes, I see it's not as easy as some people want to make it.

There's more to knowing the game then simply following the football, looking at statistics and ripping the QB and the coaches.

Those who continually grasp the obvious give themselves away as not having enough depth to understand -- and truly appreciate -- what is happening.

UT faces an uphill struggle, and a lot is at stake.

But that's no excuse to run around like chickens with yoru heads cut off and babble about idiotic stuff....watch the game, listen to what the coaches are saying, and evaluate.

Here, it's like it's "Shoot first, ask questions later.''

Chill out. Go to the orange and white game, and speak educated thoughts and observations.

Now that, is fun.

Ripping a kid because of some mundane quotes or because of something you "heard'' from some random person? Come on.

 

[VolDad]

I'm not taking shots at anyone in particular...just trying to come up with an explanation for why people would want to rip a person they don't even know who has been put in a bad situation.....

What, you didn't like mine or you are looking for something more sinister??

Possibly a lot of pent up anger over how last season played out and the perception that he does not view himself responsible or accountable for the failures......

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[cd12]

well if we are going by interviews....BJ sounds more like the starting QB...

 

[crunchimusmaximus]

I'm not taking shots at anyone in particular...just trying to come up with an explanation for why people would want to rip a person they don't even know who has been put in a bad situation.....

Doesn't matter if we're talking Crompton, Stephens or Coleman.

This wasn't what they signed up for -- as far as the support staff they are surrounded by on the field or the numerous coaching changes or the rabid fans.

But yet, they go out there every day and continue to compete for the school so many on here claim to love.

Wouldn't matter what school we were talking about -- I've seen the same thing at other schools I've covered.

Yes, I played the game, though I was not good enough to play at the Division I level, so I enlisted in the military for three years to earn money to go to college.

While in college, I worked 40 hours a week at the newspaper and took a full load. I enjoy football, too, but having spent the past 20 years behind the scenes, I see it's not as easy as some people want to make it.

There's more to knowing the game then simply following the football, looking at statistics and ripping the QB and the coaches.

Those who continually grasp the obvious give themselves away as not having enough depth to understand -- and truly appreciate -- what is happening.

UT faces an uphill struggle, and a lot is at stake.

But that's no excuse to run around like chickens with yoru heads cut off and babble about idiotic stuff....watch the game, listen to what the coaches are saying, and evaluate.

Here, it's like it's "Shoot first, ask questions later.''

Chill out. Go to the orange and white game, and speak educated thoughts and observations.

Now that, is fun.

Ripping a kid because of some mundane quotes or because of something you "heard'' from some random person? Come on.

This paper's staff is paid to satisfy its readers, which you do for the most part. If some (probably most) of its readers don't wish to hear Crompton's quotes every friggin article until he proves himself on the field, then those opinions should be considered.

I have nothing against Crompton personally and sincerely hope that he has a good season in 09. But the fact is, he hasn't proven it on the field yet. Also, his comments are boring at best. It's ALWAYS the team has to continue working and get better. How about talking about what he is doing specifically to change his play? How about talking about how the new system is working out for him in greater detail?

When you guys interview Crompton, and he gives the same old responses, it looks like you are taking the easy way out. I mean really, is he the only starter from last year's squad that is willing to speak every practice? I'm really curious about this. I work for a newspaper in Georgia as a reporter and I realize how difficult it is to get certain people to talk sometimes. But it's hard not to read an article on here without Crompton's quotes littered everywhere.

 

[Writer32]

It is important to have a cross-section of different players talking....but it's also important to hone in on the key position....and right now, that is QB.

Many of the other players are far from accomplished...outside of Gerald Jones and Montario Hardesty, who really has much to say?

As for Crompton's comments, exactly what is it people would like him to say?

He knows he has a lot to prove. He knows his teammates to prove it.

He has discussed different elements of the offense...but he's not going to give away the game plan.

My take is that people are nitpicking...in general.

 

[BigSteve09]

Because QBs are supposed to be leaders. There's really no one else on the offense that reporters want to talk to. Maybe G. Jones or a RB (should they have a break out game). But the QB is supposed to accept all the pats on the back following a win, and all the cup checks following a loss. QBs should be used to being harassed by reporters by now, especially a former 5* recruit. If you're a QB you answer questions. You're as close to a coach as it gets and you're supposed to be able to give accounts of what's going on with the team and what happened during a game.

It's just the same as Eric Berry being quoted a lot.

 

[BigSteve09]

It is important to have a cross-section of different players talking....but it's also important to hone in on the key position....and right now, that is QB.

Many of the other players are far from accomplished...outside of Gerald Jones and Montario Hardesty, who really has much to say?

As for Crompton's comments, exactly what is it people would like him to say?

He knows he has a lot to prove. He knows his teammates to prove it.

He has discussed different elements of the offense...but he's not going to give away the game plan.

My take is that people are nitpicking...in general.

That's what I'm thinking too. Readers don't care what the O-Line thinks about something unless they're talking about strength training or the best place in town for steaks.

Creer or Hardesty, one of the two, used to refuse to answer reporters' questions and they just stopped asking them about games and practices and what not. It would make for boring journalism and sports pages, but it makes me wonder if you refuse the reporters will they leave you alone?

Also, I think that it's important to establish a relationship with the local media and national sports media. You have to have a channel to get your information out there and you need to know who you can trust. If someone should go wrong with the team, you need a trusted reporter that you can contact and let them know how things happened to kind of tame the situation. If something is going well you want to let them know what's up.