Comments on: Moss goes “next question” on question of his playing time

By: pappavike

pappavike — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 20:29:34 +0000

If Moss plays? All will be fine If not He’s cancer to the 9ner locker room. And only time will tell!! And as far as him (going off) on the Vikes he might make some catches but not deep!

By: steelerdynasty2010

steelerdynasty2010 — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:17:10 +0000

@theandy59:
so asking a professional athlete if he wants more playing time isnt a stupid softball question? where’s the journalistic value in that question? how much time did it take to formulate such a comprehensive question? the problem with the sports media is that they arent after a real story or journalistic value, they’re after gossipy, stir-the-pot quotes that they can parse and create controversy. it’s not journalism. it’s lazy and needs to stop.

By: rameyag

rameyag — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:12:19 +0000

Some reporter poking the man with a stick so if he jumps, the reporter can make a name for himself.

Here are the facts: (1) who is second among the team’s WRs in yards — Moss; (2) who is first among the team’s WRs in yards per catch — Moss; and (3) who is first among the teams WRs in TDs — Moss.

Who cares about how many snaps he gets when he is so productive when he’s on the field and the team’s undefeated?

By: mogogo1

mogogo1 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:11:22 +0000

Moss has done nothing wrong. But if you want an example of the media creating stories rather than just reporting on them, look no further than right here.

Florio predicted Moss would be “unleashed” on the Packers in Week 1. He flat out said Moss could be the same player he was back in 2005 when he torched the Packers in the playoffs. He wasn’t predicting “Moss can still contribute” he was saying “Moss will be the Niners best player.” But reality didn’t go along with his take, so rather than admit he was wrong, it’s time to create some controversy and claim that the Niners are conspiring to hold Moss back for some reason.

By: mossnvick

mossnvick — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:33:03 +0000

the 49ers game plan is excellent everyone shares in the success straight win homie

By: tlmoon2112

tlmoon2112 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:04:56 +0000

Sounds like Randy has matured past the folks asking the questions to me.

By: sj39

sj39 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:31:47 +0000

Speaking of “snap”, it’s just a matter of time before he goes all Moss on the team. Niner fans are in denile.

By: tangotwo22

tangotwo22 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:14:25 +0000

It’s getting to the point that it’s not worth listening to reporters questions since their apparent mission in life is to create problems and promote ambiguity. It can be CNN, FOX, ESPN or any other local guy trying to get recognized….it is getting sickening. Sure he wants to play more if he didn’t he would be like all the other people in the world who want to get paid for doing nothing. I respect he wants to play more, end of story.

By: freshnsoclean

freshnsoclean — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:07:08 +0000

Moss needs a great QB to succeed. It’s been a pattern his whole career which makes sense. Alex Smith isn’t “Great” so it really explains it all.

By: lordfrza

lordfrza — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 11:51:58 +0000

If he was in every play, 16 snaps as about all he’d give 100% effort on anyways. When he ‘takes plays off’ he can really take those plays off! It works out perfectly.

By: MichaelEdits

MichaelEdits — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 11:05:04 +0000

Randy Ratio

By: daddyb1gdrawz

daddyb1gdrawz — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:54:38 +0000

Huh? Let me see if I understand. Moss said his playing time is not up to him and you draw he is passive aggressive. Why is this even a story? Of course Moss wants to play more. I am sure he wants to play every play. I do not get it with these lame brain stories at times. SMH

By: chandler455

chandler455 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:43:51 +0000

Did anyone think that maybe he isnt in the game because his run blocking skills are garbage…think about it jimmy h isnt dumb

By: sakatak

sakatak — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:42:14 +0000

How many Superbowl rings does Randy have?
If the 9ers win the SuperBowl my guess is Randy will be at home watching.

By: theandy59

theandy59 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:27:15 +0000

Randy’s response was a perfectly reasonable answer to a perfectly reasonable question. I wouldn’t expect him to be happy with 16 snaps; I also think that it’s a fair question given Randy’s past.

All of you jumping on the “media” really need to grow up a little. It’s not their job to protect players from themselves, or be cheerleaders for the local team. Do you guys really want the type of journalism you see on game broadcasts, with questions like, “Randy, how does it feel to be so gifted?” Sports stars are coddled beyond belief, and you guys want them to be fed a continuous diet of stupid softball questions….don’t get Randy mad with a question about playing time, he might say something stupid! If he does, it’s Randy’s fault, not the reporters.

By: jbniner

jbniner — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:20:48 +0000

Why do the media continue to push the question of Moss’ playing time? It’s comical to watch them attempt to instigate a blow up, because collectively they’re tired of waiting for it. I really wish the media would cover the team and the stories coming from it, as opposed to imagining/creating internal team issues where none exist. Tabloid journalism at it’s finest.

By: contract

contract — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:18:20 +0000

I’m assuming that Moss isn’t playing more because he jogs 90% of his routes. Actually “jogs” may be overstating it. A lot of the time he just kind of walks off the line and meanders a few yards downfield.

By: japadacktle49

japadacktle49 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 08:45:14 +0000

49ers need 84 in January & February not September BOTTOM LINE !!! He needs to stay healthy FIO!!!

By: jikkle49

jikkle49 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 08:43:42 +0000

His snaps will depend on the opponent.

The first two teams the 9ers faced were teams with high powered offenses. So the goal offensively was to limit the amount of time those offenses had on the field by minimizing the risk of turnovers and long steady drives down to field to control the clock.

Against lesser offenses the 9ers will be able to take more chances and attempt some deeper and risker passes.

By: bobhk

bobhk — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 08:04:38 +0000

@mjkelly77 says:
Sep 19, 2012 10:20 PM
It won’t be long before Moss causes an unraveling of the team. Hairbough’s head is going to explode.
——
I’m sure you are hoping for that after the ass whoopin the niners put on your lame cats. Coach schnoz exploded after that.

Where your partner in crime, voiceofreasonsays?

By: joetoronto

joetoronto — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 07:42:22 +0000

Does something smell fishy, Randy?

By: 49ersmang

49ersmang — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 06:51:08 +0000

Leave the guy alone, his time will come !

By: missouricharger

missouricharger — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 06:49:10 +0000

He’s known for not wanting to talk to the media, and this type of thing is exactly why.

By: nathanbetz91

nathanbetz91 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 05:28:30 +0000

is moss upset about his lack of playing time? most likely. but when he signed onto the 49ers he knew they were a running offense who was already pretty much set on recievers. but if he is mad at anything its probably the media “poking the bear” and antagonizing him trying to get him worked up and second guess the team. maybe he is happy right now where he is on this offense who am i or anyone else to say but i promise you that when you constantly ask him the same question its gonna be irritating for him

By: cali49er707

cali49er707 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 05:21:17 +0000

Patience is a virtue, Moss will be unleashed in due time.

Only one ball for so many playmaker. We still have yet to see Brandon Jacobs or Lamicheal James get a touch or even Ted Ginn return a kick & the offense looks pretty good!! And lets not forget the 1st round pick Jenkins can’t even dress on gameday due too the overwhelming depth of this team!!

Thats what makes this 9ER TEAM good because, stats take a backseat to the W’s!!!! It’s whatever is best for the TEAM!!!!

By: geniusfan

geniusfan — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 05:18:37 +0000

Sounds like the media trying to bait an athlete into a controversial response if you ask me.

I’m pretty sure Jim Harbaugh previously stated he wouldn’t be playing a ton of snaps. I think Harbaugh said he’d get 20-30 snaps a game.

So why is the media hounding him? Surely they wouldn’t be trying to instigate Moss into saying something that can be construed as detrimental to the team right?

By: pondbridge

pondbridge — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 05:16:50 +0000

tick… tick… tick… tick…

By: hifive123

hifive123 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 05:08:58 +0000

Niner fans are backpedaling more than defensive backs who used to face Moss. USED TO FACE MOSS. Used to. Then he got Harbaughed. Then he blew up the chemistry. Just wait. It happens every time with this guy.

By: twmp420

twmp420 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 05:04:41 +0000

And he also said he was a 49er 6 times in that interview too.

He is helping a team win and he has a coach that is honest to a fault and also wants to win more than him.

This is exactly what he wants at this stage in his career.

By: goldrush36

goldrush36 — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 04:44:08 +0000

Lovin all the bitter hate from the lions fans. Your tears taste like candy. Oh and I love the one delusional vikes fan as well. Yeah sure they will upset the 49ers after losing to the colts and squeezing by Jacksonville while making both QB’s look all world. Ponder is gonna get frustrated quick and AP is below 3 ypc career against SF. Last I checked the D hasn’t got any nicer and AP isn’t 100%. At least their fans will take the classy road like Green Bay and unlike a certain other divisional rival that came in with nothing but excuses as usual