So he HAS to talk to the media, AND give them exactly the answers that someone else wants him to? Come on now...

 

Part 1, yes, he does. Part 2, no, but to me it would seem "speaking to the media" means answering questions. Like I said, the rule is stupid but if it's the rule, then he has to do it.

 

It might sound stupid but what if everyone did what he does? Would this help or hurt the league's image? That is why the rule is in place. They should do what the NCAA does during the tournament and say that you have to provide at least a handful of guys to be open to the media.

Part 1, yes, he does. Part 2, no, but to me it would seem "speaking to the media" means answering questions. Like I said, the rule is stupid but if it's the rule, then he has to do it.

 

It might sound stupid but what if everyone did what he does? Would this help or hurt the league's image? That is why the rule is in place. They should do what the NCAA does during the tournament and say that you have to provide at least a handful of guys to be open to the media.

 

To Part 1: If reporters want more than a yes/no/maybe answer, then they shouldn't ask questions that would lead to those answers.

 

To Part 2: I don't know about anybody else, but I don't watch the NFL for the interviews with the players and coaches. If nobody in the league gave pre/post game interviews, it wouldn't change my opinion of the league. I think the majority would agree with me on that. I guarantee there are plenty of guys in the NFL willing to talk to the media. Don't force guys to do it that don't want to.

Listening to athletes/coaches talk to the media is my least favorite thing about sports. 98% of the time it's useless.

 

and the other 2% of the time they get in trouble - no win situation many times...

 

and the other 2% of the time they get in trouble - no win situation many times...

 

#ZipEmUp

and the other 2% of the time they get in trouble - no win situation many times...

 

Exactly, Jay Gruden basically had to apologize telling it like it was on RG. I'd be like Belichek every time.

To Part 1: If reporters want more than a yes/no/maybe answer, then they shouldn't ask questions that would lead to those answers.

 

To Part 2: I don't know about anybody else, but I don't watch the NFL for the interviews with the players and coaches. If nobody in the league gave pre/post game interviews, it wouldn't change my opinion of the league. I think the majority would agree with me on that. I guarantee there are plenty of guys in the NFL willing to talk to the media. Don't force guys to do it that don't want to.

 

1. Did you see or listen to Lynch's interview? Few, if any, of the questions were yes/no questions, he was just answering "yeah" to all of them.

 

2. I don't know the exact answer to this, but why do all cities and networks send reporters to the games? Why do we always show post-game interviews? I'm guessing part of it is this: they show it on TV, we watch it, so they want more of it. The NFL obviously feels it is necessary to help promote their business (and they are doing a pretty good job of that) and that has made Lynch (and everyone else) a lot of money. Again, I don't agree with making everyone open to the media but as long as it is a rule, do your job. I do mine, you do yours, even the part we don't like. Why should it be any different for Lynch?

Do the members of a media get fined if they don't ask questions? Why would you even consider asking him a question after his second reply?

I think it was hilarious. No way they can fine him again. He addressed each reporter as they asked him questions and provided an answer. Maybe next time they'll interview someone that wants to be interviewed and not waste his or their own time.

1. Did you see or listen to Lynch's interview? Few, if any, of the questions were yes/no questions, he was just answering "yeah" to all of them.

 

2. I don't know the exact answer to this, but why do all cities and networks send reporters to the games? Why do we always show post-game interviews? I'm guessing part of it is this: they show it on TV, we watch it, so they want more of it. The NFL obviously feels it is necessary to help promote their business (and they are doing a pretty good job of that) and that has made Lynch (and everyone else) a lot of money. Again, I don't agree with making everyone open to the media but as long as it is a rule, do your job. I do mine, you do yours, even the part we don't like. Why should it be any different for Lynch?

 

Because secretly, we are all dying for this to happen:

 

Has anyone asked him what his favor flavor of Skittles is?

 

Of course not, because reporters ask stupid questions.

While people may find it funny or support athletes not speaking to the media, I am not a fan of this kind of protest. They are contractually obligated to do so as a service to paying customers and that is simply part of being a professional. What sparked this whole debate was Lynch's refusal to go to the locker room at half time, electing to sit on the bench at the Kansas City game. That is not common. In fact, I have never heard of that before. If you do not think a legit question after that game would have been, "Hey, 'Beast Mode', why did you elect to stay on the bench during halftime?", I don't know what to tell you. Media does overstep their bounds, but it is also because of actions like this which give credence to over-the-top pundits to speculate and formulate their own opinions on matters. In turn, the athletes will "blame the media" for making up a story. Well, you didn't give a story and it became about your actions, or lack thereof.

"Because I KNOW my wife will shot fake at least one time!"

 

:lol2:

"Navy Seal Team 6 must have been out there."

 

:lol:

Has anyone asked him what his favor flavor of Skittles is?

 

Of course not, because reporters ask stupid questions.

 

I'd absolutely ask how he feels about Green Apple replacing Lime in the traditional bag. Because I personally think its an awful decision.

 

I bet if a reporter gave him that question after a tough battle with San Fran, you'd get a chuckle from him and maybe an awesome answer.

I'd absolutely ask how he feels about Green Apple replacing Lime in the traditional bag. Because I personally think its an awful decision.

 

I bet if a reporter gave him that question after a tough battle with San Fran, you'd get a chuckle from him and maybe an awesome answer.

 

Or he'd just get up, walk out, and pay the fine.