Shockey calls out Texans - they don't love America!

[Yankee_In_TX]

nevermind.

[Dutchrudder]

Originally Posted by False Start

Snope'd long ago:

http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama...s/lefthand.asp

[imatexan]

Originally Posted by Dutchrudder

It is possible that some NFL players were not born and raised in America. Not sure if there are any on the Texans, but that may have something to do with it. Okoye was born in Nigeria, and I wouldn't expect him to have his hand over his heart for the anthem.

This brings up an interesting point.
Even if you are foreign born or raised if you are in the USA you need to show the proper respect.
As many have stated I don't think you have to have your hand over your heart you just should be respectful by being quiet and standing still.

[Goldensilence]

Never saw this coming.

A pissing match over who and who doesn't love America.

[Wolf]

Originally Posted by HOU-TEX

Shockey's obviously still pissed DeMeco whooped that ass a couple years ago. Grudge much?

(on his touchdown catch) “It was a simple play and I guess what’s his name, Ryans, DeMeco Ryans, what’s his name? DeMeco Ryans couldn’t make the play and it was an easy touchdown. Again, this offense in my opinion is very hard to learn and as a defensive player you have to be on or someone will be open as I was and Cam [Newton] did a good job of finding people open.”

Originally Posted by Wolf

http://www.houstontexans.com/news/ar...d-2a9b9c998eb5

yep

[TexanSam]

Originally Posted by Goldensilence

Never saw this coming.

A pissing match over who and who doesn't love America.

Yeah, I guess Shockey probably accomplished what he wanted.

F you Shockey!

[Dutchrudder]

Originally Posted by imatexan

This brings up an interesting point.
Even if you are foreign born or raised if you are in the USA you need to show the proper respect.
As many have stated I don't think you have to have your hand over your heart you just should be respectful by being quiet and standing still.

So if you attended a hockey game between an American and Canadian team, would you salute or put your hand over your heart for the Canadian national anthem? I wouldn't, but I would stand there and respect the anthem being played. That's essentially what the Texans players were doing, nothing out of the ordinary, so I think this criticism by Shockey is misguided.

[CretorFrigg]

Nobody has to put their hand over their heart during the national anthem. This isn't Nazi Germany. You have the right not to.

[imatexan]

Originally Posted by Dutchrudder

So if you attended a hockey game between an American and Canadian team, would you salute or put your hand over your heart for the Canadian national anthem? I wouldn't, but I would stand there and respect the anthem being played. That's essentially what the Texans players were doing, nothing out of the ordinary, so I think this criticism by Shockey is misguided.

Did you read my post?

That is exactly what I said. Show the proper respect but you don't have to do a certain gesture.

[False Start]

Originally Posted by Dutchrudder

Snope'd long ago:

http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama...s/lefthand.asp

Ahhh I see, just saw it on a image search, lol.

[Showtime100]

Originally Posted by Goldensilence

Never saw this coming.

A pissing match over who and who doesn't love America.

We must be reading two different threads.

[IDEXAN]

John - I love your column, but with due respect, Shockey is right. I have been a season ticket holder from Day 1 with the Texans. Several games ago, my kids pointed out that while the visiting Steelers were lined up in a straight line standing at attention for the anthem, the Texans players were strewn all over the place, many talking and not even paying attention. I have observed the exact same "unpatriotic" behavior in the home team in every game since. I am not denying the points you make about Mr. McNair and our Texans, but you would be wise to listen to Shockey's criticism and observe for yourself before blindly criticizing Shockey - even if he is a really easy target! While he is usually an ***** when he opens his mouth, this time he called a spade a spade. While our guys are good American men and great football players on most days, we can clearly improve. Please call on Gary and the guys to get their "anthem act" together in the future!
http://blog.chron.com/ultimatetexans...less-comments/
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FWIW - comments from a reader in John McClains blog about the subject.
Myself, I don't really know because I've not attended a Texans game in person for some time.

[BullNation4Life]

Originally Posted by IDEXAN

John - I love your column, but with due respect, Shockey is right. I have been a season ticket holder from Day 1 with the Texans. Several games ago, my kids pointed out that while the visiting Steelers were lined up in a straight line standing at attention for the anthem, the Texans players were strewn all over the place, many talking and not even paying attention. I have observed the exact same "unpatriotic" behavior in the home team in every game since. I am not denying the points you make about Mr. McNair and our Texans, but you would be wise to listen to Shockey's criticism and observe for yourself before blindly criticizing Shockey - even if he is a really easy target! While he is usually an ***** when he opens his mouth, this time he called a spade a spade. While our guys are good American men and great football players on most days, we can clearly improve. Please call on Gary and the guys to get their "anthem act" together in the future!
http://blog.chron.com/ultimatetexans...less-comments/
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FWIW - comments from a reader in John McClains blog about the subject.
Myself, I don't really know because I've not attended a Texans game in person for some time.

[Thorn]

Originally Posted by Goldensilence

Never saw this coming.

A pissing match over who and who doesn't love America.

Yeah, that never happens on this board.

[Ktexan68]

I refuse to read any of this crap concerning that village *****.

[Ktexan68]

Holy crap, I can't say i d i o .t?

[DerekLee1]

Originally Posted by Ktexan68

Holy crap, I can't say i d i o .t?

No, but apparently you can say "crap".

[Double Barrel]

While our guys are good American men and great football players on most days, we can clearly improve. Please call on Gary and the guys to get their "anthem act" together in the future!

Jeesh....this is jingoism taken to absurd levels...

I think it's time to Godwin's Law this stupid thread.

Did you know the government of Nazi Germany had strict rules and regulations about the "Hitlergruß" (literally Hitler Greeting or Deutscher Gruß, German Greeting)? The salute was mandatory for civilians, and people were encourage to rat out neighbors who did not conform to the exact standards established by the Nazi party.

Extreme nationalism is a social disease that can run rampant if not checked regularly with strong doses of irreverence.

[Texan_Bill]

So let me get this straight Jeremy Shockey. If I remove my had and cross my hands behind my back during the anthem, I'm not a good 'Merican.

Perhaps Shockey needs to revisit the Constitution before calling anyone out on Patriotism. Douche.baggery on Parade.

[Texan_Bill]

Originally Posted by Goldensilence

Never saw this coming.

A pissing match over who and who doesn't love America.

You don't spend much time in the NSZ anymore, eh?