Gurley turns down Vikings to stay on Packers practice squad

[George Cumby]

It's his life. He's learning from some of the best in the business in a first class organization which has a very good record as a meritocracy

DD's long in the tooth.

We are not privy to the conversations he's having with coaching staff and other players.

Training camp phenom IIRC.

Lots of factors here to consider. Many of which we can't figure into our calculus.

Besides, it's the Vikings.

[gbgary]

It's his life. He's learning from some of the best in the business in a first class organization which has a very good record as a meritocracy

DD's long in the tooth.

We are not privy to the conversations he's having with coaching staff and other players.

Training camp phenom IIRC.

Lots of factors here to consider. Many of which we can't figure into our calculus.

Besides, it's the Vikings.

they're about to let finley walk too.

[Tarlam!]

meritocracy

I learned something today. Great word.

[Harlan Huckleby]

TT, God, Murphy or somebody has had to make this kid some kind of assurances. Just upping his PS salary would not compensate him sufficently.

Right.

[Harlan Huckleby]

Plus, he plays WR and has a quarterback named Aaron Rodgers. Your career projection is probably higher on this side of the fence even if it has to start later.

He is not established enough to be picky about who he plays with.
IF, and that's a big if, DD doesn't come back for another season, he'll be fighting with about 5 guys for one job. GB is not the land of opportunity for a long-shot wide receiver. His odds of making team in MN are massively better.

Look, I'm only arguing about the facts we know, as I said before, there is quite possibly more to story. But the numbskulls talking about an honorary Super Bowl ring, and Hurley staying because of his "packer people" high character are all wet.

[George Cumby]

they're about to let finley walk too.

hehehe

[MadtownPacker]

He is not established enough to be picky about who he plays with.

You sure cuz it sounds like that is pretty much what he did. Maybe the vikings wouldn't give him two lockers?

[Upnorth]

I heard he doesn't want to live in LA.

[RashanGary]

He is not established enough to be picky about who he plays with.
IF, and that's a big if, DD doesn't come back for another season, he'll be fighting with about 5 guys for one job. GB is not the land of opportunity for a long-shot wide receiver. His odds of making team in MN are massively better.

Look, I'm only arguing about the facts we know, as I said before, there is quite possibly more to story. But the numbskulls talking about an honorary Super Bowl ring, and Hurley staying because of his "packer people" high character are all wet.

The Packers gave him a raise. For all you know, it could be equal to a minimum deal with Minny. He's not going to get a year accrued for 3 games. What benefit does he have? If he stays here, he's working with the best of the best of the best. The Packers have what looks to be one of the best off season programs in the NFL. He's going to get to work with MM, AR and GJ (all masters at their craft and all big parts of teaching Gurly to be an NFL WR.)

It's like choosing to stay in school to get your masters even though you have to take out loans. It's a risk, but he knows this is the place to study if he wants to be a pro.

I see your point, just not to the degree.

Someone must have forgotten to tell you that everything that feels good isn't necessarily bad. Sure, often times people get confused with those silly emotions, but it's like you go searching for reasons to invalidate people for their idiotic heart-lead retardism. Get over it, douche bag.

[HarveyWallbangers]

He is not established enough to be picky about who he plays with.
IF, and that's a big if, DD doesn't come back for another season, he'll be fighting with about 5 guys for one job. GB is not the land of opportunity for a long-shot wide receiver. His odds of making team in MN are massively better.

Look, I'm only arguing about the facts we know, as I said before, there is quite possibly more to story. But the numbskulls talking about an honorary Super Bowl ring, and Hurley staying because of his "packer people" high character are all wet.

If he's good enough to play in the NFL, he'll play in the NFL. In Green Bay or elsewhere. Maybe he'll join the Vikings for a full season after we cut him next training camp. Either way, the money could be a wash--which makes his decision reasonable.

[mission]

He is not established enough to be picky about who he plays with.
IF, and that's a big if, DD doesn't come back for another season, he'll be fighting with about 5 guys for one job. GB is not the land of opportunity for a long-shot wide receiver. His odds of making team in MN are massively better.

Look, I'm only arguing about the facts we know, as I said before, there is quite possibly more to story. But the numbskulls talking about an honorary Super Bowl ring, and Hurley staying because of his "packer people" high character are all wet.

Fair enough. Wrong or right, he obviously feels he's going to make the roster at some point in the not to distant future.

[jdrats]

There's nothing "honorary" about a Superbowl ring for practice squad players. They are an important part of the team.

I would agree with you Harlan if this was, say, week 3, rather than 3 weeks remaining.

Plus, it'll make the "Should TT keep Driver?" discussions this summer much more lively!

[Bretsky]

I'm glad Harlan is opposed to this; he's already been right once this year so it's crystal clear that Gurley is making the right call by not going to crappy situations and staying where he thinks the grass will be greener for his future

[bobblehead]

yes, and every practice squad player gets a turkey at christmas time.

This was Gurley's shot to get on an active roster. He's not Jerry Rice, who knows if he'll get another opportunity. Guys like him come and go at receiver position.

If teams are looking at him now, they will be in the off season. He is absolutely making the right career choice to continue his training. Going to another team now and trying to learn another offense and starting over only to HOPE they give him a fair chance to make the squad next year isn't wise. He will have the same opportunity to start next season.

[KYPack]

The Packers gave him a raise. For all you know, it could be equal to a minimum deal with Minny. He's not going to get a year accrued for 3 games. What benefit does he have? If he stays here, he's working with the best of the best of the best. The Packers have what looks to be one of the best off season programs in the NFL. He's going to get to work with MM, AR and GJ (all masters at their craft and all big parts of teaching Gurly to be an NFL WR.)

It's like choosing to stay in school to get your masters even though you have to take out loans. It's a risk, but he knows this is the place to study if he wants to be a pro.

I see your point, just not to the degree.

Someone must have forgotten to tell you that everything that feels good isn't necessarily bad. Sure, often times people get confused with those silly emotions, but it's like you go searching for reasons to invalidate people for their idiotic heart-lead retardism. Get over it, douche bag.

Yes, you do accrue a year if you are on the active roster for 3 games. That's what makes this whole deal amazing. He's turning his back on a year in the NFLPA pension plan.

This might be the first truly altruistic thing I've seen a person do all year and it's almost over!

But I doubt it.