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[quote=SBXVII;662044]#1- I don'tcare about the steriod issue. A lot of people have checkard pasts and as long as he has learned from it who the F cares.

#2- Lots of players get strength and conditioning type of diplomas.

#3- Having said all that .... there has to be a better candidate out there. Were not talking about hiring someone to simply give someone a work out at the gym, [B]were talking about someone who has to develope different routines for different players and their positions. Then work on different eating habits for each position if not for each player. [/B]

I guess my issue is if he is not already in this type of position or is currently doing this job for people already and has fine tuned his skills to help the team then I don't see the upside to hiring him. If I'm not mistaken he's a tv announcer for ESPN. They want to help a friend out hire him as an Assistant to the Strength and Conditioning coach.[/quote]

don't know if you haven't heard but romo's main thing is nutirition these days he actual has his own company, and i would never question his workout ethics

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I really would like to see Romanowski come her and be our strength coach, because I think he'd be the kind of coach that yells the living hell out of players and gets on their asses. I think he would be saying "Fat Albert you know you have to do all these sprints and not 55% of them like seem to do with games!"

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please no more actions need to be taken by the NFL. Let a team hire who they want. No more of the league stepping into everything

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[quote=Mattyk;662043]Florio once again proving to be the King of All Douches[/quote]

Did you read some of the comments on that article by the readers? LOL. People don't like Florio very much at all.

Click and scroll down:

[url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/02/09/report-romanowski-isnt-likely-to-land-in-dc/#comments]Report: Romanowski isn't likely to land in D.C. | ProFootballTalk.com[/url]

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[quote=GMScud;662189]Did you read some of the comments on that article by the readers? LOL. People don't like Florio very much at all.

Click and scroll down:

[URL="http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/02/09/report-romanowski-isnt-likely-to-land-in-dc/#comments"]Report: Romanowski isn't likely to land in D.C. | ProFootballTalk.com[/URL][/quote]

lol yeah he generally takes a beating in the comments.

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[quote=Mattyk;662194]lol yeah he generally takes a beating in the comments.[/quote]

How many lumps do you want one or two, awhole lot of lumps.

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Did anyone else hear the interview with Romanowski on The Herd about a year ago? He still thinks steroids/HGH are such a good thing that EVERYONE, not just athletes should use them! It wasnt too long after the "60 Minutes" thing, and Cowherd was obviously asking questions to give Romo a chance to say "steroids are bad, and I was wrong," but Romo gave just the opposite responses. It was so ridiculous, Cowherd had to just end the interview, very awkwardly.

Shanny is throwing his old buddy a bone with the job interview, that's all.

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[quote=Larry Michael is Satan;662202]Did anyone else hear the interview with Romanowski on The Herd about a year ago? He still thinks steroids/HGH are such a good thing that EVERYONE, not just athletes should use them! It wasnt too long after the "60 Minutes" thing, and Cowherd was obviously asking questions to give Romo a chance to say "steroids are bad, and I was wrong," but Romo gave just the opposite responses. It was so ridiculous, Cowherd had to just end the interview, very awkwardly.

Shanny is throwing his old buddy a bone with the job interview, that's all.[/quote]
In what matter? To improve athletically or as for example to use HGH to help recover from injury and rehab? If the latter I wholeheartedly agree.

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I say let Romo fight Florio, outside in this blizzard , if Florio loses , he has to sing "Hail To The Redskins" in a Skins jersey and shorts for an hour ! We could hire Romo as a " consultant ?

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[quote=tryfuhl;662227]In what matter? To improve athletically or as for example to [B]use HGH to help recover from injury and rehab[/B]? If the latter I wholeheartedly agree.[/quote]

every time i have heard him talk about it he talked about using it for recovery

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Doesn't he have some sort of traumatic brain injury too? I swear he did.

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From Romanowski's Twitter page:

I met with Mike Shanahan, Bruce Allen & the entire offensive staff today to present a Performance Plan.

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ss you beat florio by an hour

here is his article on the tweet, i like the third comment

[url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/02/10/romanowski-comes-clean-regarding-his-desire-to-rejoin-the-nfl/]Romanowski comes clean regarding his desire to rejoin the NFL | ProFootballTalk.com[/url]

i really don't see this being that bad of a thing if it happens, but doubt it will

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Take away the roids and there's no question this guy knows his stuff when it comes to training and nutrition. Trouble is, the roids are a huge black cloud hanging over him and an indication that he will go to any length to get ahead. Who's to say he won't go that route again for players he's working with if push comes to shove? Add in the fact he's a little touched in the head and I don't see the NFL letting him get near a team in a coaching capacity.

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[quote=Mattyk;662412]Take away the roids and there's no question this guy knows his stuff when it comes to training and nutrition. Trouble is, the roids are a huge black cloud hanging over him and an indication that he will go to any length to get ahead. Who's to say he won't go that route again for players he's working with if push comes to shove? Add in the fact he's a little touched in the head and I don't see the NFL letting him get near a team in a coaching capacity.[/quote]
No doubt and it baffles the hell out of me why some things aren't widespread in the NFL

like in the PFT article his transcription ( [url=http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/02/10/romanowski-comes-clean-regarding-his-desire-to-rejoin-the-nfl/]Romanowski comes clean regarding his desire to rejoin the NFL | ProFootballTalk.com[/url] ) basically saying guys walking in not having ate, carrying mcd's, etc is crazy to me.. I hear about athletes downing this junk food and it's crazy.. for example Cooley mentioned that he and some teammates (I think in college) would have burger eating competitions and he'd come out and play just fine.. I think he said that nutrition wasn't a big deal for a lot of guys, didn't make the difference that people say.. then at a later date I think he mentions having a bunch of spinach before a game and feeling so clear and energetic

If I were helping run a team every meal that they were around for would be made there, there would've already been massage therapists and whatnot.. recovery is huge in many sports but it doesn't seem that way for a lot of guys/teams.. like people were making a big deal when David Boston was getting magnesium drips, etc (yeah sure he might have gotten more than that) but that's not really a big deal at all, high level athletes across many sports will and should do what they can to get an competitive advantage as long as it's within the guidelines of the sport

It baffles me how that still seems to be an aside to teams that want to be competitive

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Ocho Cinco is always twittering about eating McDonald's, he loves that place. I guess when you work out like these guys do you can get away with that.

But you've got to think there's definitely an advantage for those that approach nutrition seriously. I too am surprised more NFL teams don't take an approach to nutrition/training/recovery like Romo recommends. Maybe his input to Shanahan will pay off.

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Yeah, that high level of an athlete can get away with it more than your typical guy I'm sure. I doubt that it's as efficient though, I mean.. he may be great.. but could he be better with a better nutritional plan, recovery plan, etc? I'd think so.

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A guy who had drugs and character issues training Redskins? No thanks.

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[quote=TheSmurfs22;662252]Doesn't he have some sort of traumatic brain injury too? I swear he did.[/quote]

yeah he did, romanowski didnt miss many games for as long of a career he had. in fact, im not sure roman missed a game period. (id have to check up on that).

i heard him doing a radio interview on 105.7 fan in bmore a few weeks ago.

he said he had major head problems. towards the end of his career, he got into his car after practice and couldnt remember where he lived. thats when he decided it was time to hang them up. since then he has had major brain problems. he went to all types of doctors but doctors still dont have many answers when it comes to the brain.

after spending a ton on trying to get medical help he eventually decided to surround himself with brain specialists and nutritionist to try and figure out a way to clear his head. he said he has had huge success in his own fight to repair his brain due to certain nutrients, etc and now has a company to researches and sells the nutrients that have helped him.

it really sounded like he is all about health and very aware of the brain and concussions.

he told a story where he was in the locker room after a game. another player was very lethargic and showing signs of concussion that we recognize today but were not well known then. he said there were no trainers or doctors aiding the player who was sitting by himself. roman got up and told med staff to check the guy out, med staff said he was ok, roman said if they didnt check him out he would let people know about it and if anything happened it would be there ass.

med staff checked the player out, rushed him to the hospital where he was kept for a few days.

the man has a passion and compassion for the beating nfl players take, maybe too much?

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I think it's safe to say his "passion" for the game and everything involved with it screams of OCD.

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They shouldn't touch this guy. Whether or not you think HGH and steroids are good or bad they're illegal in the NFL. And so are a lot of the things that are sold over the counter. Bringing Romo on board is just asking for trouble since he abused the system his entire career. They should just let him get his feet wet somewhere else.

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[quote=Larry Michael is Satan;662202]Did anyone else hear the interview with Romanowski on The Herd about a year ago?[B] He still thinks steroids/HGH are such a good thing that EVERYONE, not just athletes[/B] should use them! It wasnt too long after the "60 Minutes" thing, and Cowherd was obviously asking questions to give Romo a chance to say "steroids are bad, and I was wrong," but Romo gave just the opposite responses. It was so ridiculous, Cowherd had to just end the interview, very awkwardly.

Shanny is throwing his old buddy a bone with the job interview, that's all.[/quote]

Well one could argue he's right. If you're an ADULT and know what you're doing then I really don't see a problem using if you're trying to improve self image/confidence.

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I think that's the plan skinsfan

I wonder if the UFL would take him in

Something that I wouldn't mind if it happened would be to cut him a check as a consultant in order for him to recommend somebody to us if we liked his presentation. He can come in and do a workshop or three, but not be permanent staff.

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Just what we need, an admitted roid-head as our strength coach.

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I'd bring the guy in. They check all the players for roids as it is and if they've stayed clean thus far then why would they jump out there now. Romo for all of his bad decisions using PED's while playing is a nutrion and workout nut and I think that we got rid of our last guy for a reason. Give this guy a shot, or at least as an assistant Strength Coach or something. We say that guys need to be better in the gym why not find someone who knows it like it's their home.

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Unconfirmed, but I believe we've hired our strength coach...Ray Wright.

Confirmed that we have our strength coach, not confirmed that it's Wright. I've heard Buddy Morris and Ken Harvey as well

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[quote=SmootSmack;662675]Unconfirmed, but I believe we've hired our strength coach...Ray Wright.

Confirmed that we have our strength coach, not confirmed that it's Wright. I've heard Buddy Morris and [B]Ken Harvey [/B]as well[/quote]

Now that's a former NFL LB I would be happy about hiring.

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He's already part of the organization so it's possible he already works out with the guys. I guess you would know that better than me

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I might have the wrong former linebacker. Some are saying Ken Harvey, some are saying Eddie Mason. People I trust more are saying Harvey, but that doesn't mean it's him

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[quote=SmootSmack;662678]He's already part of the organization so it's possible he already works out with the guys. I guess you would know that better than me[/quote]

I had two friends on the strength/conditioning staff, but they were all let go last month by Shanahan/Allen. I never heard them mention Ken Harvey, but next time I talk to either of them I will ask.

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[quote=SmootSmack;662675]Unconfirmed, but I believe we've hired our strength coach...Ray Wright.

Confirmed that we have our strength coach, not confirmed that it's Wright. I've heard Buddy Morris and Ken Harvey as well[/quote]lol wright had just taken over the program there too.. he was with us in the 90s right?

that means all 3 possibilities have some sort of Skins ties

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[URL="http://www.redskins.com/gen/articles/Redskins_Hire_Wright_As_Head_Strength__Conditioning_Coach_104947.jsp"]Redskins.com has confirmed Wright[/URL].

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Ray Wright hired as strength and conditioning coach
Former front office official Ray Wright has rejoined the Redskins as their top strength and conditioning coach.

After beginning his NFL career as a scouting intern with Washington in 1997, Wright was twice promoted by the team. He served as the college/pro scouting administrator in 1998 and became the director of player programs in 1999.

Wright, who spent the last eight seasons with the Houston Texans, will lead Washington's new strength and conditioning staff, which is being assembled after the team parted ways with their entire staff last month. Wright also held a personnel assistant position with the Chicago Bears and worked as a strength and conditioning coach at Maryland and Cornell University.

The Texans promoted Wright to their top position in 2009. Wright also spent seven seasons as Houston's assistant strength and conditioning coach. New offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan worked with Wright during his time on Houston's staff.

"The position of strength and conditioning coach demands a combination of youth and experience, and Ray delivers on both of those," Coach Mike Shanahan said in a news release. "He has learned from some of the best in the business, and he has incorporated their teachings into his own philosophies. We expect him to bring out the most from our players, starting with their offseason conditioning and continuing through the entire season."

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^^^ I shoulda added that stuff after the link, my bad.

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[quote=SFREDSKIN;661980]First thing he would do is set up a trip to Balco labs [url=http://articles.sfgate.com/2003-11-16/news/17516802_1_julie-romanowski-growth-hormone-bill-romanowski]BALCO link in '99 case / Romanowski got banned hormone, wife told sheriff - SFGate[/url].

[B][SIZE="4"] I say bring back Dan Riley!![/SIZE][/B][/quote]

We couldn't get Dan Riley so we got his disciple. Was thinking about what you said when I read we had added Wright.

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[quote=Longtimefan;662882]We couldn't get Dan Riley so we got his disciple. Was thinking about what you said when I read we had added Wright.[/quote]

Just as good.

[url=http://www.houstontexans.com/news/Story.asp?story_id=5174]Wright discusses his new program - Houston Texans[/url]

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Didn't want to start a new thread on this but the Jets have named Mark Carrier their Defensive Line coach...yes the same Mark Carrier that played Safety for us

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[quote=SmootSmack;662890]Didn't want to start a new thread on this but the Jets have named Mark Carrier their Defensive Line coach...yes the same Mark Carrier that played Safety for us[/quote]

Seems rather odd, but Richie Pettibon played safety too, though you'd never think it by looking at him.

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[quote=CultBrennan59;662875]Ray Wright hired as strength and conditioning coach
Former front office official Ray Wright has rejoined the Redskins as their top strength and conditioning coach.

After beginning his NFL career as a scouting intern with Washington in 1997, Wright was twice promoted by the team. He served as the college/pro scouting administrator in 1998 and became the director of player programs in 1999.

Wright, who spent the last eight seasons with the Houston Texans, will lead Washington's new strength and conditioning staff, which is being assembled after the team parted ways with their entire staff last month. Wright also held a personnel assistant position with the Chicago Bears and worked as a strength and conditioning coach at Maryland and Cornell University.

The Texans promoted Wright to their top position in 2009. Wright also spent seven seasons as Houston's assistant strength and conditioning coach. New offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan worked with Wright during his time on Houston's staff.

"The position of strength and conditioning coach demands a combination of youth and experience, and Ray delivers on both of those," Coach Mike Shanahan said in a news release. "He has learned from some of the best in the business, and he has incorporated their teachings into his own philosophies. We expect him to bring out the most from our players, starting with their offseason conditioning and continuing through the entire season."[/quote]

That's cool that he's worked with both the Skins and Kyle Shanahan before. Sounds like he's well qualified.

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i know it's all in good fun but does anyone think any other teams sites are talking about their strength and conditioning coaches like we are? god i can't wait until we win super bowl 46 and put all this bs to bed