The Official Thank You Mark Brunell Thread

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

Although I have frequently criticized Mark Brunell (in 2004, 2005, and 2006) and certainly agree with Gibbs' decision to bench him, I just want to thank Mark Brunell for his efforts. Mark Brunell helped get this team our first playoff berth and victory since 1999. Although Mark Brunell wasn't the sole reason for our team's victories last season, he certainly contributed.

I also want to thank Brunell for being eternally classy. Brunell did not whine, at least publicly, about his benching in 2004 or 2006. Brunell did not refuse to tutor Jason Campbell when we drafted him. Brunell has never thrown anyone under the bus to justify the team's struggles. Brunell has always shown class, even when fans did not show him similar respect at FedEx Field.

So, in sum, thanks Mark for your efforts and class. Although you're days as the Redskins starting quarterback are likely over, you've had a great career.

(Yes I am pretending that Mark will actually see this).

[JoeRedskin]

Originally Posted by Sheriff Gonna Getcha

Although I have frequently criticized Mark Brunell (in 2004, 2005, and 2006) and certainly agree with Gibbs' decision to bench him, I just want to thank Mark Brunell for his efforts. Mark Brunell helped get this team our first playoff berth and victory since 1999. Although Mark Brunell wasn't the sole reason for our team's victories last season, he certainly contributed.

I also want to thank Brunell for being eternally classy. Brunell did not whine, at least publicly, about his benching in 2004 or 2006. Brunell did not refuse to tutor Jason Campbell when we drafted him. Brunell has never thrown anyone under the bus to justify the team's struggles. Brunell has always shown class, even when fans did not show him similar respect at FedEx Field.

So, in sum, thanks Mark for your efforts and class. Although you're days as the Redskins starting quarterback are likely over, you've had a great career.

(Yes I am pretending that Mark will actually see this).

Nice. I heartily agree.

[Beemnseven]

Mark isn't flying off to Tokyo or anything. He's not being "sent down" to NFL Europe.

I don't think we've seen the last of #8 this year. Gibbs just won't have it.

[freddyg12]

Originally Posted by Beemnseven

Mark isn't flying off to Tokyo or anything. He's not being "sent down" to NFL Europe.

I don't think we've seen the last of #8 this year. Gibbs just won't have it.

yeah, and maybe he sticks around next year, it will be a tough call for Gibbs. We need to either draft a qb in late rnd.s or try out an undrafted fa so we can groom a future #2.
I'm ready for JC, but MB gave us some good games & deserves respect. good thread

[SmootSmack]

You're a bold man for starting this thread SGG. I agree with the intent but I know there is a lot of "F You Brunell" sentiment out there

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

Originally Posted by TAFKAS

You're a bold man for starting this thread SGG. I agree with the intent but I know there is a lot of "F You Brunell" sentiment out there

I think there was a lot of "F You Brunell" sentiment out there while he was the starter. I was pissed about Brunell's performance, but no one, not even former Ramsey-fans, can doubt that he's been classy, helped get us to a playoff victory, and has had a great career.

[EternalEnigma21]

I think he's done.

I'd like to say thanks for the best dallas monday night game I've ever seen. You'll always be remembered in a positive light here, as long as gibbs doesn't yank Campbell the first time he throws a pick and puts you back in there to stink it up some more.

Peace!

[skinsguy]

SGG, I think you pretty much stated what I would have said as well. Mark has been a class act, and I truly believe he gave it his all on the field. I think he's served as a good mentor to Jason Campbell.

One thing I have to thank Mark Brunell (and Santana Moss) for is week two 2005 season against Dallas! Nuff said!

[12thMan]

Dude, screw effort and class...that shit is for the birds....seriously. We need football players. Mark couldn't cut in Jacksonville and he didn't here either.

Frankly, I hope Collins is the number two next year behind JC. Enough of this gushing over Brunell.

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Dude, screw effort and class...that shit is for the birds....seriously. We need football players. Mark couldn't cut in Jacksonville and he didn't here either.

Frankly, I hope Collins is the number two next year behind JC. Enough of this gushing over Brunell.

I guess you so readily dismiss class and effort because you, as a Redskins fan, haven't had to deal with T.O. or Randy Moss. I know a lot of Vikings and Eagles fans who think class and effort are things you pay a premium for.

By the way, I haven't been gushing over Brunell, I'm just giving the man some thanks while recognizing the need to move on.

[12thMan]

Originally Posted by Sheriff Gonna Getcha

I guess you so readily dismiss class and effort because you, as a Redskins fan, haven't had to deal with T.O. or Randy Moss. I know a lot of Vikings and Eagles fans who think class and effort are things you pay a premium for.

No, I've just had it with the class act speech every where I turn. I'm tired of the this guy has heart and he's a class act...so what.

T.O. and Moss are at the other end of the pendulum, by the way.

[skinsguy]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Dude, screw effort and class...that shit is for the birds....seriously. We need football players. Mark couldn't cut in Jacksonville and he didn't here either.

Frankly, I hope Collins is the number two next year behind JC. Enough of this gushing over Brunell.

Dude...seriously, let it go. If you don't have anything nice to say about the guy, just don't post here or post your ill-tempered posts in the millions of "F-U Brunell" threads that can be found on every page of this forum.

[Southpaw]

Originally Posted by skinsguy

Dude...seriously, let it go. If you don't have anything nice to say about the guy, just don't post here or post your ill-tempered posts in the millions of "F-U Brunell" threads that can be found on every page of this forum.

Not to derail the thread too much, but it's funny how Brunell was benched less than 24 hours ago, and everyone has to "let it go" in reference to their negative feelings towards his performance. Yet, all the Brunell supporters STILL slam [backup Jets QB] on a regular basis. But yeah, let's handle Brunell like an injured puppy...

But I would like to give Brunell props for managing the team fairly well for 2/3's of the season last year. He does seem like a nice guy, and I've actually felt bad at times for slamming him, but that's to be expected when you're a starting quarterback in Washington.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

Not to derail the thread too much, but it's funny how Brunell was benched less than 24 hours ago, and everyone has to "let it go" in reference to their negative feelings towards his performance. Yet, all the Brunell supporters STILL slam [backup Jets QB] on a regular basis. But yeah, let's handle Brunell like an injured puppy...

Nobody attacks Ramsey out of the blue. He gets slammed when the Ramsey lovers try to get a pity party going for him.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

Not to derail the thread too much, but it's funny how Brunell was benched less than 24 hours ago, and everyone has to "let it go" in reference to their negative feelings towards his performance. Yet, all the Brunell supporters STILL slam [backup Jets QB] on a regular basis. But yeah, let's handle Brunell like an injured puppy...

I think though that most of us who felt Ramsey wasn't the answer never questioned the type of person he is. We've been fortunate that both Ramsey and Brunell have been class guys and Campbell appears to be the same way.

The QB issue hasn't been all that pretty the past few years but it could have been a lot uglier. That's a testament to the character of the players involved and the values instilled by Gibbs