T.O. To the St. Louis Rams Is About Selling Tickets, Not Improving Team

July 26, 2010   ·   Master Tesfatsion   ·   Jump to comments

Last off-season, there were rumors that the St. Louis Rams were interested in pursing Michael Vick. Coach Steve Spangnuolo quickly rejected this rumor, stating that Vick has character issues and would be a distraction to the team.
Now he wants to bring Terrell Owens?
Yes, Vick did go to jail, but the baggage he carries isn't comparable to Owens.
The Rams believe Owens can be a positive influence and role model for the young crop of receivers they have.
This all seems like one big joke. Unfortunately for Rams fans, it's not.
Owens has been known for wrecking locker rooms and getting in heated arguments on the sidelines with anyone from coordinators to quarterbacks. His attitude is a "me first" mentality. A perfect example can be seen by watching ten minutes of his reality show.
Owens may have written a children's book, but he's no role model.
The Rams had two role models in the locker room, but ran them both out of town. This would be a slap in the fac...

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