Comments on: Michael Turner classy as he leaves Atlanta, says he’s not finished

By: dallascowboysdishingthereal

dallascowboysdishingthereal — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 01:54:55 +0000

This is where the Falcons GM gets it right and other GMs like Jerry in Dallas could learn a thing or two.

Everyone likes Turner but it’s a business and you don’t pay players for what they have done for you in the past. You pay them for what they can do going forward.

Knowing when to break off a guy is the key to staying on top.

By: dfalcon3522

dfalcon3522 — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 02:58:09 +0000

Hands down Michael Turner goes down as the best FA signing the Falcons have ever made. No FA singing has ever made the impact that he made on tis team over the last few years. Hopefully we can find some contributors this year with the small amount of xtra cash these moves open up. Even though this move was overdue by a season or 2 it was a good run. Thanks Burner! Best wishes

By: darkglobe1

darkglobe1 — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 02:02:28 +0000

Classy move, burner…go NIU!!!

By: hor2012

hor2012 — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 01:50:19 +0000

You know I’m a Saints fan. So, I enjoy ragging on falcons fans. Although I liked it when both teams stunk it seems like sense both teams have gotten good the rivalry has turned ugly between the fans. But, putting all that aside I really feel for Falcons fans. Because, the best chance to win a Superbowl with the team you have now was last year. The problem is the 49′ers and Seahawks are young and talented. And, we’re going to be a hell of lot better next year. So, you won’t have homefield througout. And, if your a dome team you have to have homefield to get to the superbowl. The Falcons will always be in the hunt but they’ll never win it all

By: kimbo71006

kimbo71006 — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 01:19:29 +0000

As a Saints fan I say…we’ll take you!

Falcons loss would be our gain.

I don’t know where you guys think 31 is old. Wait until you’re 50, guess that means you’ll be on death’s door…

By: prmpft

prmpft — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:38:37 +0000

As a Saints fan – I have to say that I have never disliked (been scared of – but never disliked) M.T.
I wish him well because he has been one of those guys that transcended teams/rivalries…
prm

By: thestatsishere

thestatsishere — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:33:53 +0000

I wish him the best. He’s a great person to have on a football team.

By: billbrasky72

billbrasky72 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:06:07 +0000

Wouldn’t be surprised to see him end up in Green Bay or Detroit

By: mrintrigue

mrintrigue — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:01:40 +0000

Seems like a very classy response to not so great news… I am a bit skeptical though that either his agent or others may have persuaded him to respond in a way to better his opportunity to continue playing. What I remember of seeing him play this year was not overly impressive. As long as my team has no interest I wish him well.

By: randylaheytpb

randylaheytpb — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:56:13 +0000

“Can we pease have more people like him in sports”

More people with a DUI 5 months ago?

That aside, I do respect huh is duide’s class in leaving and don’t think he shouldn’t be in the sport for getting a DUI, but pump the breaks a little bit.

Hah

By: johnnyjagfan

johnnyjagfan — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:51:22 +0000

This was a tough decision for them because of everything he said. Saw 8 Falcon games this year and the crowd loves him. Just ain’t “burner” like he used to be. Can’t hit the line at the same speed.

He’ll be a great short yardage back and a third-down back on blocking plays.

By: randallflagg52

randallflagg52 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:48:07 +0000

Very classy response by Turner, reminds me of the ad Tommie Harris took out in that Chicago paper when he was let go. Not a big fan of the falcons, nor was I a Turner fan, but after seeing this heartfelt response I wish him well in his future.

By: zenrooster

zenrooster — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:44:32 +0000

Truly classy, but I am afraid his best days are behind him. A backup/goal line option at best.

By: spewtilation

spewtilation — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:26:23 +0000

Arthur Blank looks like a villain out of a kids movie, but he is a respectable Owner in this league full of not-so-respectable Owners. Good luck BURNER.

By: benroethlisberger7

benroethlisberger7 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:12:16 +0000

Sources are telling me the 49ers are going after him.

By: jkaflagg

jkaflagg — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:04:07 +0000

Turner still has a little gas in the tank, but it’s hard to transition from feature back to role player on the same team, especially with his contract….he’ll need to go to a team with a strong OL who understands that he’ll bring no value as a receiver or on special teams….just a grinding runner who’ll need some carries to be effective. Hopefully for the Falcons, that team will be in the AFC…..

By: paul82461

paul82461 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:31:11 +0000

Go to Oakland you know DMC is going down at some point

By: 1standlong

1standlong — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:30:37 +0000

gromit45 says:
Mar 1, 2013 4:11 PM
Is there a good side of 30 for a running back?

Yeah, below it.

If I happened to be a young talented football player I think I’d be opting to play LB or Safery if I could. Pro Bowl RBs have no shelf life past 30.

By: muskyhunter2542

muskyhunter2542 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:27:13 +0000

dukemarc says:
Mar 1, 2013 3:58 PM
For those Packer fans drooling over Turner – wouldn’t we rather have Bradshaw?

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100% YES

By: anrgydeafman

anrgydeafman — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:26:51 +0000

Come on to KC where you can stick it to the Chargers twice a year behind JC and Smith (If the trade does happen)!

By: nflfanassociation

nflfanassociation — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:15:52 +0000

Could be a decent goal line back. Return to SD for the Burner?

By: gromit45

gromit45 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:11:22 +0000

Is there a good side of 30 for a running back?

By: niubears

niubears — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:05:44 +0000

sbmcintosh36 says: Mar 1, 2013 3:58 PM

Can we please have more people like him in sports

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Fellow NIU Huskie so I love the Burner, but the dude has like 6 baby mommas. Not the greatest role model in the world.

By: sbmcintosh36

sbmcintosh36 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:58:45 +0000

Can we please have more people like him in sports

By: dukemarc

dukemarc — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:58:17 +0000

For those Packer fans drooling over Turner – wouldn’t we rather have Bradshaw?

By: jetstizzi85

jetstizzi85 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:52:55 +0000

While no longer an every down back, he could help make a difference elsewhere in a 2 back set. Great guy

By: deltaoracle

deltaoracle — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:51:01 +0000

Too bad the Pack didn’t sign him 5 years ago; they might’ve had an extra SB win during the period. Now? I doubt it. So few athletes realize when they’re done at the highest level and it’s time to move on to the next chapter.

By: gaeaglefan1023

gaeaglefan1023 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:48:37 +0000

Keep those big legs truckin’ brother!!!

By: Dave Tracy

Dave Tracy — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:43:19 +0000

Mr Turner you can come to Green Bay and average 3.6 yards a carry. Every three downs is a first down!!

By: trojanwarrior007

trojanwarrior007 — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:42:17 +0000

well he should be glad after the DUI he got during the season.