Quote:I think everyone was on the same page regarding who we expected the team to draft within 3 or 4 players.

 

I wasn't angry or even disappointed when the pick was in and they announced it was Bortles.  I was definitely surprised, and figured there was going to be a meltdown on the board as a result of the selection from the usual suspects.  I stayed off the board for a little while after the pick to go back and do a little research on Bortles.  Because I didn't expect to see them draft him, I really didn't put a lot of time into researching him beyond watching the cut ups and the pro day. 

 

I'm glad I waited because I was able to watch the post pick press conference.  After watching Caldwell and Bradley explain the thought process behind making the selection, it started to make more and more sense.  They REALLY liked this kid throughout the process, and they had good reasoning in why this was the case.

 

After listening to both guys offer their perspective, I was fine with the pick, and figured it was worth it to remain patient, let them develop this kid as they see fit, and then let's see what we've got.  So, After that, I came to the board.  Naturally, there was already a Fire Caldwell thread, and a host of others complaining about this pick.  As I read thte comments, it became clear that these people didn't bother to do a bit of research on the guy, and everything they were spouting was based on their own emotions and nothing else.

 

It's impossible for some people on here to take a step back and let things play out.  From their anonymous perch, they launch into these ridiculous tirades pretending they know better than the people who actually do this stuff for a living.  Rather than saying "I don't like the pick, but let's see if they saw something I missed, and maybe they've found their guy.  We'll see.", they immediately start shredding the pick, the team, and anyone who dares to show even the slightest bit of patience.

 

Some on this board need therapy.