Falcons Make It Clear That Lelie Is The 3rd WR - The Orange Mane

GonzoLays · 08-23-2006, 07:14 AM

Lelie will arrive in Atlanta as the Falcons' No. 3 receiver behind Michael Jenkins and Roddy White. Lelie, according to the NFL sources, recently spoke at length with Falcons officials, who made it clear he was coming to the team as a No. 3.

http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drm...937878,00.html

Just plain stupidity on Ashley's part. Had he just stayed with us, accepted his demotion like a man, I am sure he would have found a situation next year where he could have been the number 1 receiver. Now, he essentially made himself look like an ass by demanding to be traded, no team even offered a measly 2nd round pick for him, and then when he is traded, he accepts to become what he did not want in Denver -- the third receiver. WTF? I don't think for one second he can beat out Jenkins or White for the starting job this late in camp.

Ashley you got to be the dumbest mofo in the NFL.

fontaine · 08-23-2006, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by GonzoLays

Lelie will arrive in Atlanta as the Falcons' No. 3 receiver behind Michael Jenkins and Roddy White. Lelie, according to the NFL sources, recently spoke at length with Falcons officials, who made it clear he was coming to the team as a No. 3.

But I thought it was Jake's fault that Lelie wasn't putting up huge stats, oh no wait, it was Shanahan and his offense that limited Lelie, oh no wait, it was the moon's gravitational pull that was obviously different than it was in Hawaii!

Damn stupid Falcons. Don't they know Ashley Lelie is a stud WR who can run all the routes and has great hands and is a number 1 WR!

At least now the delusional posters here who think Lelie is a number 1 WR and we're not using him right can finally STFU.

Orange_Beard · 08-23-2006, 07:43 AM

He should hold out.

WolfpackGuy · 08-23-2006, 08:02 AM

I think Lelie and Kennison go to the same shrink...

Mile High Shack · 08-23-2006, 08:04 AM

that doesn't surprise me
if he was mad at how Jake threw the ball, wait till he gets a load of Michael Vick

fontaine · 08-23-2006, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Orange_Beard

He should hold out.

I still can't fathom the sheer stupidity of Lelie in this case.

In Denver he was assured that it would be the best WR starts scenario verified by the rise of rookie FA Mike Bell.

In Atlanta he's being told to STFU and take the number 3 job without an open fair competition.

In the process he's forked over $1million in fines etc.

That seems like a lot of money spent just to get jacked right in the nutsack by the Falcons.

What a dumba$$.

-Slap- · 08-23-2006, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Mile High Shack

that doesn't surprise me
if he was mad at how Jake threw the ball, wait till he gets a load of Michael Vick

That was the first thought to cross my mind. He'll look good when Schaub plays, though.......

Mile High Shack · 08-23-2006, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by fontaine

I still can't fathom the sheer stupidity of Lelie in this case.

In Denver he was assured that it would be the best WR starts scenario verified by the rise of rookie FA Mike Bell.

In Atlanta he's being told to STFU and take the number 3 job without an open fair competition.

In the process he's forked over $1million in fines etc.

That seems like a lot of money spent just to get jacked right in the nutsack by the Falcons.

What a dumba$$.

it's not like he'll get a huge contract next year either
he will put up less numbers in Atlanta than he would've in Denver. Whoever advised Lilly to do this is either a secret friend of Shanny or the biggest idiot agent to step foot on the face of the earth

fontaine · 08-23-2006, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Mile High Shack

it's not like he'll get a huge contract next year either
he will put up less numbers in Atlanta than he would've in Denver. Whoever advised Lilly to do this is either a secret friend of Shanny or the biggest idiot agent to step foot on the face of the earth

So it turns out Shanahan, Sunquist, and Rod were right on the money when they said Lelie was getting some really bad advice.

Rohirrim · 08-23-2006, 08:27 AM

All I can do is

This goes to the top of the list under "Dumb Moves by a Football Player." Wait! No, Clarette still has the all-time top spot. The Falcons will appreciate Lilies highlight film catches - always made after the other team has the game in the bag.

BroncoInferno · 08-23-2006, 08:27 AM

He'll catch about 30 passes as the 3rd with Ron Mexico tossing him the rock.

BroncoInferno · 08-23-2006, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by fontaine

So it turns out Shanahan, Sunquist, and Rod were right on the money when they said Lelie was getting some really bad advice.

Bastards conspiring to ruin Lelie's career. They know he is a beast going over the middle and would thrive with a QB who hits his receivers perfectly in stride on every deep pass play (no, really; they do exist!). They just don't like him is all, the meanies!

Arkansas Bronco · 08-23-2006, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Orange_Beard

He should hold out.

No he only does that when the team has a legit shot at the SUper Bowl.

Mediator12 · 08-23-2006, 08:45 AM

So, the Falcons have acquired another first round speed WR that can not go over the Middle

West Coast offense? Why?

Steve Sewell · 08-23-2006, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Mediator12

So, the Falcons have acquired another first round speed WR that can not go over the Middle

West Coast offense? Why?

Yeah you wonder that, and then think back as to why the Atlanta franchise has for the most part sucked balls for it's entire history...

Arkansas Bronco · 08-23-2006, 08:51 AM

Maybey it is so they can pull all the DB's way down field to clear out the outsides for Vick to run too.

Orange_Beard · 08-23-2006, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by fontaine

I still can't fathom the sheer stupidity of Lelie in this case.

In Denver he was assured that it would be the best WR starts scenario verified by the rise of rookie FA Mike Bell.

In Atlanta he's being told to STFU and take the number 3 job without an open fair competition.

In the process he's forked over $1million in fines etc.

That seems like a lot of money spent just to get jacked right in the nutsack by the Falcons.

What a dumba$$.

Agree.

That is why it makes sense to continue his hold out until Atl. trades him to a team where he could be number 1.

Jason in LA · 08-23-2006, 08:55 AM

I'd say he would be better off being the #3 for the Broncos than the #3 for the Falcons. Being #3 for the Falcons is like being #4 because of Crumpler.

I think the Falcons are just saying that for now. I don't see how Lelie couldn't beat out those two guys.

Broncos4Life · 08-23-2006, 09:12 AM

Lelie is one stupid muther phukcer.

bronco militia · 08-23-2006, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Mediator12

So, the Falcons have acquired another first round speed WR that can not go over the Middle

West Coast offense? Why?

because it's never Vicks fault.....

Taco John · 08-23-2006, 09:22 AM

This is easily the dumbest thing I've ever seen a football player do to himself. It hurts to even think about how many levels of stupidity this move represented.

Bobby Humphrey looks like friggin' Einstein right about now in comparison.

Mediator12 · 08-23-2006, 09:39 AM

Again, the Falcons Draft SPEED WR in the first round in two consecutive drafts. Then, they acquire another Speed WR as a #3 WR. They have Vick. West Coast Offense is like fitting a square peg in a round hole. Greg Knapp and Jim Mora are looking Stupid as hell in the passing game.

plummerrox · 08-23-2006, 09:46 AM

I say congratualtions to Ashley - he can now be the next Falcons Wide Receiver that is blamed for being constantly overthrown by Michael Vick...

Odysseus · 08-23-2006, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Mile High Shack

it's not like he'll get a huge contract next year either
he will put up less numbers in Atlanta than he would've in Denver. Whoever advised Lilly to do this is either a secret friend of Shanny or the biggest idiot agent to step foot on the face of the earth

Remember when I said it was Javon who pumped his head with this idea? Remember when I said it was a thing of pride? Remember when I said early screw this guy?

At this point I wish Lelie all the best. I was bitterly disappointed that he chose to try and ransom the Broncos season for his own glory. In the end he was just a speed bump for better recievers and he did get a chance to play for one of the top flight organizations in the NFL. The Broncos did a good thing for Ashley. He should be thankful.

bronco militia · 08-23-2006, 09:49 AM

what's even dumber is the Mora telling Lelie that he won't be able to compete for a job....and what kind of message does this send to the rest of the team?

08-23-2006, 07:14 AM	#1
GonzoLays Five Tool Poster Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 5,650 Adopt-a-Bronco: #3 DJ	Falcons Make It Clear That Lelie Is The 3rd WR Lelie will arrive in Atlanta as the Falcons' No. 3 receiver behind Michael Jenkins and Roddy White. Lelie, according to the NFL sources, recently spoke at length with Falcons officials, who made it clear he was coming to the team as a No. 3. http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drm...937878,00.html Just plain stupidity on Ashley's part. Had he just stayed with us, accepted his demotion like a man, I am sure he would have found a situation next year where he could have been the number 1 receiver. Now, he essentially made himself look like an ass by demanding to be traded, no team even offered a measly 2nd round pick for him, and then when he is traded, he accepts to become what he did not want in Denver -- the third receiver. WTF? I don't think for one second he can beat out Jenkins or White for the starting job this late in camp. Ashley you got to be the dumbest mofo in the NFL. Last edited by GonzoLays; 08-23-2006 at 07:22 AM..

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08-23-2006, 07:43 AM	#3
Orange_Beard Over Jay Cutler Todd Snider Rules! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Leucadia, CA Posts: 7,836 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tony Scheffler	He should hold out.

08-23-2006, 08:02 AM	#4
WolfpackGuy Call me, "Maybe" Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Delaware Posts: 5,674	I think Lelie and Kennison go to the same shrink...

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Mile High Shack Ring of Famer Cock-a-doodle-do Join Date: May 2001 Location: Somewhere Posts: 17,010	that doesn't surprise me if he was mad at how Jake threw the ball, wait till he gets a load of Michael Vick

08-23-2006, 08:27 AM	#10
Rohirrim Partisan Human Cannonball Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Twixt Hell & Highwater Posts: 48,787	All I can do is This goes to the top of the list under "Dumb Moves by a Football Player." Wait! No, Clarette still has the all-time top spot. The Falcons will appreciate Lilies highlight film catches - always made after the other team has the game in the bag.

08-23-2006, 08:27 AM	#11
BroncoInferno Ring of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: South Carolina Posts: 12,998	He'll catch about 30 passes as the 3rd with Ron Mexico tossing him the rock.

08-23-2006, 08:45 AM	#14
Mediator12 OM analyst REAL Front Seven Bandwagon !!! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: INDY Posts: 9,701 Adopt-a-Bronco: Malik Jackson	So, the Falcons have acquired another first round speed WR that can not go over the Middle West Coast offense? Why?

08-23-2006, 08:51 AM	#16
Arkansas Bronco Ring of Famer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Arkansas Posts: 5,237 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ryan Clady	Maybey it is so they can pull all the DB's way down field to clear out the outsides for Vick to run too.

08-23-2006, 08:55 AM	#18
Jason in LA Gimmie that rep fool! Speaking of Butts & Boob Mojo Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: LA Posts: 12,252	I'd say he would be better off being the #3 for the Broncos than the #3 for the Falcons. Being #3 for the Falcons is like being #4 because of Crumpler. I think the Falcons are just saying that for now. I don't see how Lelie couldn't beat out those two guys.

08-23-2006, 09:12 AM	#19
Broncos4Life Ring of Famer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: QC....both sides... Posts: 1,777	Lelie is one stupid muther phukcer.

08-23-2006, 09:22 AM	#21
Taco John 24/7 Broncos In Elway I Trust Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 49,697 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Manning	This is easily the dumbest thing I've ever seen a football player do to himself. It hurts to even think about how many levels of stupidity this move represented. Bobby Humphrey looks like friggin' Einstein right about now in comparison.

08-23-2006, 09:39 AM	#22
Mediator12 OM analyst REAL Front Seven Bandwagon !!! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: INDY Posts: 9,701 Adopt-a-Bronco: Malik Jackson	Again, the Falcons Draft SPEED WR in the first round in two consecutive drafts. Then, they acquire another Speed WR as a #3 WR. They have Vick. West Coast Offense is like fitting a square peg in a round hole. Greg Knapp and Jim Mora are looking Stupid as hell in the passing game.

08-23-2006, 09:46 AM	#23
plummerrox Pro Bowler Don't gimme no jibba jabba! Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: the South Stands Posts: 642	I say congratualtions to Ashley - he can now be the next Falcons Wide Receiver that is blamed for being constantly overthrown by Michael Vick...

08-23-2006, 09:49 AM	#25
bronco militia Ring of Famer THE GREATEST Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: colorado springs, co Posts: 22,567	what's even dumber is the Mora telling Lelie that he won't be able to compete for a job....and what kind of message does this send to the rest of the team?