Does anybody know where I can get a Ted Thompson Jersey?

[The Leaper]

Thompson tried to run Favre off and now looks like a genius because he is playing lights out.

The fact of the matter is that Thompson has always been very upfront about the fact that he wanted Favre to stay an active member of the team. If you can find something Thompson has said that contradicts that, feel free to enlighten all of us.

[LaFours]

I think you guys misunderstood my question. Ted Thompson used to play professional football. I think it would be cool to have his jersey to show my support for him. Anybody know where I can get it?

Merlin and Woody were of no help. They hate TT. Why did you guys think they would know where to get one. If anything they are withholding this information out of spite.

[packrat]

What both TT and MM made clear was that they were going to build a team for the future whether or not Favre wanted to be a part of it. It wasn't that they didn't want Favre, it was that they weren't going to mortgage the future just to humor him. It is a team sport, they sent Favre the message that they were about the whole team, not just Favre, and now that Favre has bought into that philosophy and is letting his teammates help him win, we're at 10-1. TT and MM sending the message that Favre was welcome as a member of the TEAM, was a key to the present success.

[MJZiggy]

I couldn't even find a picture of him from his playing days last time I looked. I think your best shot is someplace like e-bay because the just don't make oiler jerseys anymore. Didn't realize you were being literal--it happens so seldom around here.

[Lurker64]

I know he was a backup LB and STer for the Oilers, anybody know what his number was?

[vince]

Funny how winning makes everyone go "doh" when it comes to judging players and decisions. So go ahead and get your childlike digs in. Go ahead and call me stupid for stating the obvious. Go ahead and be the bias homers you are. But at the end of the day, it isn't me flip-flopping all around on issues. Look in the mirror before you go bashing someone for their opinion, or are you closet Abdul Hodge (you know the guy who was going to take Barnett's job away) apologists going to finally admit that you jump on whatever bandwagon is popular, including the "bash Merlin" wagon? Meh, didn't think so. Reality sucks for those who don't live in it.

What's funny and obvious, Merlin, is how those who haven't yet gone "doh" (not about what they think WILL happen, but about what has ALREADY HAPPENED) are worse than Homer because, unlike Homer, they haven't yet realized that it is THEIR "reality" that sucks. In that world, T + T + T spells disaster.

In the real world, Ted Thompson's decisions are proving right before your eyes to be spelling success. You, amazingly, are missing it. Join us in the real world Merlin. You'd be glad you did.

Everyone's wrong now and again Merlin, including Ted Thompson. Even you're wrong sometimes. It doesn't make people hypocrites or flip-floppers for recognizing it.

[LaFours]

Didn't realize you were being literal--it happens so seldom around here.

I wasn't. The opportunity presented itself so I had to make the transition.

[Zool]

I'm having trouble locating the #, but here's his Wiki.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Thompson

Update:

I have not been able to find a customizable Oilers jersey.

[Carolina_Packer]

I couldn't even find a picture of him from his playing days last time I looked. I think your best shot is someplace like e-bay because the just don't make oiler jerseys anymore. Didn't realize you were being literal--it happens so seldom around here.

MJ's right, there are no pictures of Ted Thompson to be had.

http://www.databasefootball.com/play...kid=THOMPTED01 here is a player profile. Here is a rare tidbit for you. He was a teammate of Chester Marcol's when he was in Houston in 1980 after Starr cut him for "poor kickoffs". Do you recall his ramble into the endzone to beat the Bears? Thompson is even credited with being a perfect 4 for 4 on extra point attempts with the Oilers in 1980. Sorry, LaFfours, no luck finding his jersey number either.

[Tyrone Bigguns]

I can never get enough of the hypocrisy here. Anyone want to go out on a limb and say they wanted KGB cut after last year? Or perhaps go out on a limb and say that Justin Harrell was a horrible pick? Or that you were one of the billion people who wanted Bigby cut after the Steelers pre-season game? Didn't think so. Remember that everyone is entitled to their opinions and just because you disagree with them doesn't mean they are wrong and you are right. I have my reasons for not liking Ted Thompson, they are called 2005 & 2006 for reason stoo many to mention, 2 out of our 3 first round picks which only one of which is a contributor, and poor perception of veteran leadership. He had many opportunities to avoid 4-12 and 8-8. Just because we are 10-1 is no reason to go crowning him king. Take out Brett Favre and show me 10-1. Thompson tried to run him off and now looks like a genius because he is playing lights out. Of course, no one would ever admit that because they are too busy burying their hypocrisy, ala the KGB question. I can name numerous players that people wanted cut but now are singing praises for. Funny how winning makes everyone go "doh" when it comes to judging players and decisions.

So go ahead and get your childlike digs in. Go ahead and call me stupid for stating the obvious. Go ahead and be the bias homers you are. But at the end of the day, it isn't me flip-flopping all around on issues. Look in the mirror before you go bashing someone for their opinion, or are you closet Abdul Hodge (you know the guy who was going to take Barnett's job away) apologists going to finally admit that you jump on whatever bandwagon is popular, including the "bash Merlin" wagon? Meh, didn't think so. Reality sucks for those who don't live in it.

When you've dug yourself into a hole, do you know what you do?

STOP DIGGING!

Foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of small minds. Live it, learn it, love it.

[Scott Campbell]

Flip:

In today's world, patience for anything by anyone just doesn't happen. The NFL with free agency is designed to keep teams competitive, especially small market teams like Green Bay. Unfortunately we have not seen that success because of the philosophy of TT. I think the number of wins has a lot to do with how "well" they do their job. It's measurable, it's real and it's the focus of the fans..............
Ted Thompson: Awaiting first winning season.

Flop:

........Just because we are 10-1 is no reason to go crowning him king...........

So go ahead and get your childlike digs in. Go ahead and call me stupid for stating the obvious. Go ahead and be the bias homers you are. But at the end of the day, it isn't me flip-flopping all around on issues.

[woodbuck27]

Thanks for your comedy again today, Merlin. Your insane ramblings always cheer me up as TT continues to make you look like the idiot you are.

You need a good kick in the ass man!

This is just the shit that will make this place no different than what went on at other forums that went to HELL.

Do you believe that your silly Red Neck ways or attitude will make youna better man cpk1994.

Come on silly man and I'll debate you.

As YOU consider that, I promise you this cpk1994.

I'll expose you for the negative presence on any venue like this that you are.

With your false ego (low self esteem) that forces you ( like some other's here - they know who they are as they take another drink or issue another command) to play the bully on anyone that doesn't pull down on your little thoughts and window of all that is right or acceptable.

I'll gladly debate you cpk1994, because it offers me little challenge to show this entire forum, why people like you need to have your wings clipped with your bad ass name calling ways.

Your a little Red below the hairline mister (cpk1994).

phhhhhuhhh :P

[woodbuck27]

What a hostile post, Merlin.

Why on earth don't you share more wisdom, like how you know TT tried to run Favre out of town, with us?

I remain a big fan of Hodge. I also stand by wanting to cut KGB at a time when the salary cap was way lower than today. Now, he is paid about right, IMHO.

The Germans have a saying that I think applies to you, Merlin. They say "As you speak into the forest, the forest speaks back to you".

I have noted you shouting into the forest, Merlin. Why are you so surprised at having the forest shout back?

Yea Tarlam!

Your just the common model of all that is decent and respectable at Packerrats.

You have never been able to back yourself up Man.

Always the air and never the container.

It will be interesting how this thread goes but I swear this time we have to have the final showdown on this all the Packer fans that don't see the Glory in Ted Thompson are idiots.

We don't have to agree that TT is the end all arguments in opposition to his contract as OUR GM.

I don't like him and I may never get there.

Taking that stance doesn't detract from any credibility or respect I deserve as a member here.

I won't stand for shots in the ball posts, that are pointless and do nothing but raise the hair on my back WHETHER THEY ARE AIMED AT ME OR ANY OTHER MEMBER HERE THAT IS OFTEN LEFT ALONE TO FIGHT AGAINST THE WOLF PACK.

Face to face I swear it would go dowen another way as I never have never will put up with common BS. I don't bluff or build myself into nothing I'm not.

The crap that is dished out here towords some members is a clear example of discrimmination and not respected by me.

If any of you clowns took that to me face to face YOU had better be set for a good ass kicking and I MEAN READY.

[Scott Campbell]

I'll gladly debate you cpk1994, because it offers me little challenge to show this entire forum, why people like you need to have your wings clipped with your bad ass name calling ways.

Woody, the MASTERdeBATER.

[Scott Campbell]

Looks like Woody is in full meltdown mode again. Sheesh.