'10 IL QB Tommy Rees (Notre Dame Man)

[yankeeND]

I would hate for him to transfer as I too will never forget the four game span at the end of the 2010 season. Either way wish him the best!

 

[peoriairish]

I was pretty disappointed at the spring game, was looking for improvement but I would hate to lose him. I appreciate how he stepped in his freshman year. Maybe year two was a little disappointing but Tommy busted his gut for us.

I want the best QB playing but Tommy will always be all right in my book.

He sure likes busting guts doesn't he?

But yeah, I don't quite understand this unless he thinks he has the skill set to thrive in a system that doesn't require such a mobile QB1 and one that doesn't play such a tough schedule. Who knows. If true, I thank you for you service Tommy and wish you the best of luck.

 

[Emcee77]

That smells like a rumor that suggested itself to someone based on the fact that a bunch of the guys we didn't offer 5th years have transferred to play for former ND coaches.

 

[NDdomer2]

That smells like a rumor that suggested itself to someone based on the fact that a bunch of the guys we didn't offer 5th years have transferred to play for former ND coaches.

At least they had ties to those coaches. Tommy was probably in middle school when Davies was coaching at ND.

 

[Rhode Irish]

At least they had ties to those coaches. Tommy was probably in middle school when Davies was coaching at ND.

Not even. More like 3rd grade probably.

 

[NDdomer2]

Not even. More like 3rd grade probably.

Even worse, and now that you say that I think was in 5th grade Davies last year so that is probably right.

 

[Ndaccountant]

I think Weiss was better than Davies.

 

[Rhode Irish]

I think Weiss was better than Davies.

Not even close. Weis was inexperienced as a head college football coach. Davies was inept.

 

[BestBIrish47]

I don't believe this, but what if Tommy's off the field issue caused him to not be able to attend Notre Dame any longer?

 

[Ndaccountant]

Not even close. Weis was inexperienced as a head college football coach. Davies was inept.

Maybe I should have us italics.

 

[Rhode Irish]

Maybe I should have us italics.

Ha sorry. Should have known.

 

[Chamellion]

Everyone talks about the degree, but what about the experience?

No one likes being chopped liver sitting on the bench. And I don't know him personally, but I know he catches a lot of hate on campus. Not directed at him, but at his playing ability.

Can't have felt too good to have an interception cheered by a home crowd either during the spring game.

Wouldn't surprise me.

 

[DomeX2 eNVy]

Even were that the case, leaving ND to chase playing time elsewhere would be a remarkably poor decision. Tommy's gotta know there's no future for him in the NFL. He oughta finish his degree and call it a good deal.

You don't get it, thousands of people can get a degree; but only hundreds start at QB. You can't let others take from you what you deserve.

Regards,
Nate Montana

Seriously though, you are spot on and would rep you if it would let me. Tommy probably is good enough to do really well in the MWC 80% of the time and be a local star. But that would be a bad long term decision imo.

 

[Me2SouthBend]

Drinking age is 21 in NM so he isn't leaving for that. Perhaps rumors of slower cops?

 

[irishfan]

Weis>Davie for the fact that everyone here seems to be adding an "s" to Bob's last name.

It would make more sense for him to go to UMASS if he does want to transfer.

 

[Irishnuke]

Don't believe it nor do I care if he goes. Thought I posted that an hour ago. Don't know why it would have been deleted. Maybe I didn't hit the post quick reply button.

 

[Rhode Irish]

Weis>Davie for the fact that everyone here seems to be adding an "s" to Bob's last name.

It would make more sense for him to go to UMASS if he does want to transfer.

Guilty of that. I'll blame it on either (a) being on my phone, (b) too many bourbons too early in the evening, or (c) trying to even things out because it happens to Weis so frequently (do a search for "Wiess").

 

[irishog77]

Weis>Davie for the fact that everyone here seems to be adding an "s" to Bob's last name.

It would make more sense for him to go to UMASS if he does want to transfer.

And whoever this Davies guy is > the real Bob Davie. It's almost like the Tebow comments on espn a few months back-- anything, however awful, is > Tebow. Bob wrestles with Sylvester Croom and Coach Buttermaker for the title of, "Worlds Worst Coach."

 

[Irish YJ]

1. He's a kid
2. He believes he can start
3. He may want a fresh start after the drinking incident
4. He gets no love from the majority of the fan base


Any one of those reasons would be enough for most 18-21 year olds..... Yes, we like to say an ND education is the most important thing, but can you tell a kid not to follow his heart/dream... or not to seek respect/support from his fan base....

Just saying.....

 

[Irish YJ]

And to add.....
I want to see EG or GK as the starter.
I'm just saying that his decision, although it may decrease his later earning potential, is not neccessarily a bad decision. It may be the best decision for him under the current circumstances.

 

[GBdomer]

Ha clicked this thread didn't see this coming. I am going to go with a big old false.

 

[tko]

Well Bye - YouTube

 

[Irish YJ]

Ha clicked this thread didn't see this coming. I am going to go with a big old false.

I'm going with a big ole false too, but would not be surprised at all. At least I hope it's not the case.

 

[FLDomer]

There is no way Tommy could be this dumb! Ofcourse he can't see opposing defenders but he surly has to see this would be a dumb because it's not like he has a future in football and why walk away from that ND degree!

 

[anarin]

 

[PLACforever]

No offense to you, but I won't believe this one bit until I see more smoke.

 

[NCND]

I know its kinda late but the "Well bye" was freakin funny

 

[koonja]

If true, poor Bob. JK,but the lobos QB last year is returning and as bad as he was (4 tds, 7 ints) who even knows if Tommy could go in and start there? Guys he's been below average and surrounded by really, really good talent. He's bad. As someone mentioned, grab that ND degree and be thankful. Don't go chasing waterfalls, Tommy!

 

[NDinL.A.]

Went on 2 other Irish sites, and this 'news'/rumor is nowhere to be seen, other than here. Why even tell Tommy he's making a mistake when we have no idea what he's even thinking?

 

[95NDAlumNM]

I also checked two Lobo sites (hard to believe they are actually out there) and there is not a word of this. Might get my brother to check with a few people he knows in the UNM athletic department IF any substance ever becoems of this.