Ed Oliver: Talent Over ‘Tude?
April 22nd, 2019
Talented or turbulent?
Ed Oliver is an interesting case.
There is no question with Joe that the defensive tackle from Houston is talented. Perhaps the most talented in the draft. But of late, there’s been a lot written about how Oliver’s talent may not trump a poor attitude.
In a BSPN article typed by Dotun Akintoye, this phrase about Oliver pops up: “Ed’s gonna do Ed,” meaning Oliver moves to the beat of his own drum. He does things on his schedule at his pace. Don’t try to tame the beast.
Then there is respected long-time NFL scribe Bob McGinn, who quoted two unnamed NFL personnel men as saying Oliver is always shooting off his mouth and thus, likely won’t be a team guy.
Yet there is evidence to the contrary. Akintoye quotes Oliver as saying the reason why he announced before the 2018 football season kicked off that he was leaving Houston to turn pro was to spare his teammates all the questions about him.
But then, there is his spat with Houston coach Major Applewhite on the sidelines, which apparently spilled into the locker room.
The question remains with Oliver, is he more of a selfish guy like Albert Haynesworth or a free spirit like Warren Sapp?
April 22nd, 2019 at 5:08 am
Only time will tell…..
April 22nd, 2019 at 5:24 am
Just watched the hi-light film.
Let Ed do Ed.
Signing him would not suck.
April 22nd, 2019 at 5:45 am
I remember the sideline incident, coach petty AF for that. Shouldn’t he be focused on the game instead OC wardrobe? Guess he had to show power one last time.
April 22nd, 2019 at 5:46 am
I remember the sideline incident, coach petty AF for that. Shouldn’t he be focused on the game instead of wardrobe? Guess he had to show power one last time.
April 22nd, 2019 at 6:01 am
Not worried about big personalities with BA but if dirk was here he would never be drafted to Tampa knowing how afraid dirk was. What works in college never does in the nfl unless you hate money. They look for any reason to lowball at big money contract time.
April 22nd, 2019 at 6:24 am
Great question Joe. And one I don’t have nearly enough info to form an opinion and definitely not enough to make decision.
Not there yet said it. If we do take him, it will be BA’s call and his intuition on young men who deserve a chance and privilege to play in the NFL.
In BA I trust. Go Bucs!
April 22nd, 2019 at 6:40 am
Don’t believe anything you read this week.
April 22nd, 2019 at 6:42 am
I’m ok with Bucs signing him.
Just after a trade back
April 22nd, 2019 at 7:04 am
Bird Says:
April 22nd, 2019 at 6:42 am
I’m ok with Bucs signing him.
Just after a trade back
I’m with Bird….
April 22nd, 2019 at 7:17 am
He’s not Warren Sapp. Warren was/is an ass but he didn’t accept losing. Ed seems much more about Ed and he’s small to boot. Hard pass.
April 22nd, 2019 at 7:19 am
Yeah if we pick at say 13.
April 22nd, 2019 at 7:23 am
watched the highlights–keep seeing him swing Cam Newton around and grinding his face in the grass, Matt Ryan getting knocked back over and over, Drew brees on the run and throwing int to Carlton Davis. We need Ed oliver and he can be had after a trade down, his attitude is good attitude for the Bucs-ask Sapp what he thinks
April 22nd, 2019 at 7:26 am
More than one person, in limited comments, talking about “signing” Oliver. Uhhhh….. We would have to draft him first
April 22nd, 2019 at 7:51 am
I don’t know what these NFL Draft Wizards are smoking that think the Bucs can trade down and get Oliver…especially without including in the magical spell casting over all the teams picking after 5….just which team this would happen with…SMH…
April 22nd, 2019 at 7:55 am
Oliver @5
No trade down. Been saying it. He’s the one
Go BUCS
April 22nd, 2019 at 8:04 am
Would be nice to have a mean defensive lineman finally, instead of one helping up the opposing qb and appologizing to him
April 22nd, 2019 at 8:17 am
Joe
Another type o i see…. I’ll help….
The question remains with Oliver, is he more of a selfish guy like Cancer93 the face of the basement years or a free spirit like Warren Sapp?
April 22nd, 2019 at 8:38 am
Oliver @ 5
April 22nd, 2019 at 8:48 am
Trading down and getting Oliver ain’t happening!! Oakland may very well take Oliver at 4..
April 22nd, 2019 at 8:50 am
It’s amazing to me that Bucs fans would want this guy after already showing he’s a head case IN COLLEGE.
April 22nd, 2019 at 8:53 am
not worried one bit with BA running the show…..
oliver @ #5….
#REALISTKNOWSNOTHING!!!!…GO BUCS!!!!!
April 22nd, 2019 at 8:55 am
This is getting silly. There’s a MLB who’s led the SEC in tackles. He’s gifted at 6′ 1″ 240 lbs, runs a 4.4 40. He’s being compared to Lewis, Willis, and some of the best MLBs to play. His leadership skills are off the charts, and he’s use to being a general on the field. We have a huge need at both MLB, and leadership on a mentally weak defense. Sure thing, can’t miss Devin White.
April 22nd, 2019 at 9:02 am
love his motor…..running down QB’s 15yards down the field…..scoring from the RB position….
kid has tons of untapped talent…pairing him with VV would be hell on opposing teams….
#REALISTKNOWSNOTHING!!!!…GO BUCS!!!!!
April 22nd, 2019 at 10:38 am
None of these sound like legit concerns… sounds like a loud talker who does sh1t his own way – ok?
What I know is on the field the guy plays to the whistile (not lazy)
What I know is on the field the guy played way out of position and didn’t complain much about it during his time (a team first guy)
Meanwhile we have Gerald McCoy who would refuse to play different positions while wanting to be the face of the franchise; but he likes superheros and doesn’t cuss so he’s great for our locker room lol?
We might NEED an attitude like this at DT to change the culture
April 22nd, 2019 at 10:41 am
“Thats what this team needs….anger
hate to lose, dont accept a good loss
demand excellence from others as yourselves
get angry when you lose, hate it with all your might
The first step to turn this franchise around is…
Angry Posting”
Kobe Faker
April 22nd, 2019 at 11:59 am
After reading this it is a bit concerning looking at how players celebrate with him after a splash play (lack thereof). Even on his TD run.. hmmm..
April 22nd, 2019 at 1:55 pm
When the mighty New England Patriots were getting their brains beat in by the New York Giants, can anyone tell me who the Giants’ MLB was ??? Ed Oliver is my choice. Go Bucs.
April 22nd, 2019 at 2:27 pm
Think it was Harry Carson, but the Giants did win S.B.’s with L.T., a L.B., and he was the unquestioned leader on that D. That’s also what White brings.
April 22nd, 2019 at 11:56 pm
Why was the highlight video taken down?