Brian Mitchell let go from ESPN 980

[MTK]

The problem I always had with B-Mitch is even when things were going well I don't recall him having much good to say then either. I'm sorry but the guy is definitely slanted to the negative side of things. Probably just his personality but still.

[Son Of Man]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

The problem I always had with B-Mitch is even when things were going well I don't recall him having much good to say then either. I'm sorry but the guy is definitely slanted to the negative side of things. Probably just his personality but still.

Spot On!!!

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

The problem I always had with B-Mitch is even when things were going well I don't recall him having much good to say then either. I'm sorry but the guy is definitely slanted to the negative side of things. Probably just his personality but still.

That pretty much sums it up for me.

[Pocket$ $traight]

Neither B-Mitch or Koken were fired. There contracts came up and 980 chose not to renew them. I think that people are confusing the team's financials with Snyder's other businesses. They are separate.

I think it is understandable that these would be tough times for a radio station and in my opinion I understand B-Mitch not being renewed. I don't think he offers enough insight on topics outside of football. I find him extremely knowlegeable on football issues but on most other topics, you could hear his opinions at a sports bar.

I think that Doc is the best personality on 980 but Thompson's connections are sick. He literally can and does have anyone in sports on his show. (Tiger, MJ, Dean Smith, you name it)

Best of luck to B-Mitch. I will look forward to hearing him during the season.

[hooskins]

Originally Posted by irish

Too bad about B-Mitch, I thought he pointed out the good & bad of the team. Unfortunately there has been a bit more bad lately than good so he sort of came off as negative when he was really just calling it like it was.

Irish finally shows and for what? To defend a hater...

Surprising...

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

Really? I don't think Riggo is really that good. His voice is so annoying.

I found Riggo to be entertaining actually. I felt with him it was Redskins first and other sports second. Although the show maybe was a bit too positive on the Redskins, I think they did criticize the team from time to time. Whereas I feel that the Sports Reporters are too eager to criticize the team and I honestly feel they sound like pricks when they do so.

[johnlanc]

I don't believe it was personal. However BMITCH doesn't understand that he is not a star athlete any longer. He made himself expendable, meaning easy to release. And if he lucky enough to land another job such as this one, He will find that the people who listen to you matter. And arguing and fighting everyone that calls the show will get your head on the chopping block when you’re not as solid in the profession as everyone else.

[irish]

Originally Posted by hooskins

Irish finally shows and for what? To defend a hater...

Surprising...

Sorry you missed me, I was in Hawaii playing golf.

[T.O.Killa]

Mitchell was to anti Redskins organiation, anyway.

[Missin21]

Originally Posted by Giantone

That and Six Flags,sooner or later the Danny will have to sell off some assets to stop some of the bleeding.

He should have never bought Six Flags & God Himself only knows why he bought Tom Cruises contract...those are 2 things right there he needs to set sail. That will help tremendously.

[Missin21]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

At least we're far and away from becoming ES. I'm reading a thread over there right now about zodiac signs and how they relate to Zorn

I'm glad I found this site. It seems much more my style & pace. Things just go too fast over there for me anymore.


That being said, I liked B-Mitch in the Post Game Live segments on Comcast. I thought most of what he said was honest & direct. he didn't sugar coat anything. He pointed out our mistakes & was usually on point with them. He also praised us when there was praise to be given. Several games at the beginning of last season, he was very impressed with how we were playing. He also pointed out that there were things that we needed to improve upon or teams in the League would take advantage of our weaknesses. Guess what? He was right. He wasn't a Homer, there is no doubt about that. But that's ok. I would rather have someone tell me the truth then dance around the subject & act like everything is ok, when it clearly is not.

BTW, I think they should get Emmitt Smith to replace him. That would be pure entertainment, listening to him butcher the English language mercilessly everyday. Priceless.

[johnlanc]

Originally Posted by Missin21

I'm glad I found this site. It seems much more my style & pace. Things just go too fast over there for me anymore.


That being said, I liked B-Mitch in the Post Game Live segments on Comcast. I thought most of what he said was honest & direct. he didn't sugar coat anything. He pointed out our mistakes & was usually on point with them. He also praised us when there was praise to be given. Several games at the beginning of last season, he was very impressed with how we were playing. He also pointed out that there were things that we needed to improve upon or teams in the League would take advantage of our weaknesses. Guess what? He was right. He wasn't a Homer, there is no doubt about that. But that's ok. I would rather have someone tell me the truth then dance around the subject & act like everything is ok, when it clearly is not.

BTW, I think they should get Emmitt Smith to replace him. That would be pure entertainment, listening to him butcher the English language mercilessly everyday. Priceless.

You are right on all of those points. And I'm one of those taht believes in hearing the truth. But certain people can get away with be straight up about things and certain cannot. Say for example Doc or coach Thompson can get away with saying pretty much what they want outside of getting an SEC violation. However BMITCH is not one those people. And I'm not sayiing this to be fact but if you are limited in other sports areas this makes you easy to let go.

[redsk1]

Originally Posted by Missin21

I'm glad I found this site. It seems much more my style & pace. Things just go too fast over there for me anymore.


That being said, I liked B-Mitch in the Post Game Live segments on Comcast. I thought most of what he said was honest & direct. he didn't sugar coat anything. He pointed out our mistakes & was usually on point with them. He also praised us when there was praise to be given. Several games at the beginning of last season, he was very impressed with how we were playing. He also pointed out that there were things that we needed to improve upon or teams in the League would take advantage of our weaknesses. Guess what? He was right. He wasn't a Homer, there is no doubt about that. But that's ok. I would rather have someone tell me the truth then dance around the subject & act like everything is ok, when it clearly is not.

BTW, I think they should get Emmitt Smith to replace him. That would be pure entertainment, listening to him butcher the English language mercilessly everyday. Priceless.

Thank you. B Mitch was extremely positive about the good start last year. He talked about our weaknesses and he was right. I enjoy him on Comast b/c he speaks his opinion which is generally about right. I do think he can go overboard at times..like w/ CP. I enjoy his commentary though.

We gotta remember that we are an average organization at best right now. We haven't won jack for almost 20 years. 20 years!! Some think we're still the same organization and we're not.

Something Steve Czaban said was so true a couple years ago. DS needs to put those 3 Lombardy trophies away. Showcase them at Redskins Park but don't bring them out for announcements, signings, etc. Cause we really haven't done squat for a long time and we need to get hungry for another one. I'd rather him come out and tell the fans that we're gonna get another one of those soon and we're letting the past go for right now. I can't say it as well as he but hopefully you got the point.

[Beemnseven]

B-Mitch tells the truth about this organization, which pisses lots of people off.