This is why I like Swaggy

[DeadStroke]

Took the time to welcome all draft picks. Definitely a good spirit to have in locker room.

Jamaal Williams

[Cynodon]

I did not see the vision, but Brad Holmes did.

He knew EXACTLY what he was bringing into the building when he targeted and signed Jamaal Williams.

A culture builder - the ROI is through the roof with that investment.

[stephenboyd57]

He’s a great teammate and locker room guy for sure and keeps the chains moving. Just wish he was a little more explosive in the run game.

[BigNatty]

@stephenboyd57

He’s a great teammate and locker room guy for sure and keeps the chains moving. Just wish he was a little more explosive in the run game.

Love the guy. Sure do wish he had WAY more top end speed.
Hope to upgrade next offseason.

[najacks]

If the nfl doesn’t make him the sports version of Oprah after he retires they all need to be fired. This guy needs his own show. I don’t think espn is smart enough to hire him. Even though I’d watch him over anything they have on right now.

[CuriousHusker]

IMO he’s one of the more solid inside zone runners in the league. It’s not flashy of course.

[stephenboyd57]

5 years in the league and finished 3 seasons where he didn’t crack 4 yards per carry.

He runs hard, but safeties are not going to bite on play action when the RB averages less than 4 yards per carry, and rarely breaks a run longer than 8-12 yards. Again, I like the dude. And we will have a role for him next year, but defensive co-ordinators aint worried about him.

[CuriousHusker]

But he was their short yardage runner which of course effects the average. That and he’s clearly not a game breaker so he’s not going to have the advantage of chunk plays stretching the average. When you need tough interior yards he’s a damn good option.

[jthom19802]

I love this guy. He has an energy, spirit and presence that cannot be emulated or duplicated. And I know he doesn’t love his production but I think @BigNatty would agree.

He’s the guy that sits down next to you when you feel like you’re having the worst day of your life and two minutes later you feel better without realizing what was happening. Not because you tried, but because you got J-Will’d.

I honestly hope they can re-sign him at a nice and feasible price that keeps him in the locker room.

As @najacks said, just listening to him is more interesting than any talking head, no matter if he’s talking football or something else like anime. He just exudes the juice.

And as @CuriousHusker said, he’s not a break it guy. He’s a “We need these 3 yards” guy. And he does a damn fine job at it.

[BigNatty]

@jthom19802

I love this guy. He has an energy, spirit and presence that cannot be emulated or duplicated. And I know he doesn’t love his production but I think @BigNatty would agree.

He’s the guy that sits down next to you when you feel like you’re having the worst day of your life and two minutes later you feel better without realizing what was happening. Not because you tried, but because you got J-Will’d.

I honestly hope they can re-sign him at a nice and feasible price that keeps him in the locker room.

As @najacks said, just listening to him is more interesting than any talking head, no matter if he’s talking football or something else like anime. He just exudes the juice.

And as @CuriousHusker said, he’s not a break it guy. He’s a “We need these 3 yards” guy. And he does a damn fine job at it.

I just love what Dan and Brad have built. How many amazing humans do the Lions have in the locker room? WTH, man!!! A huge part of the culture was bringing in dudes that already have it i’n them… wasn’t even “built,” to some extent.

We have dudes sitting at home that literally feel like they’re locked out of coming back. Our guys just won 3 games and they DON’T WANT vacation!!!

this is fun…

[jthom19802]

@BigNatty

We have dudes sitting at home that literally feel like they’re locked out of coming back. Our guys just won 3 games and they DON’T WANT vacation!!!

Exactly. #1 on topic J-Will is that guy. #2 Goff is also that guy, working out elsewhere with his guys. and #3. YES! Tracy Walkers and others in different words have flat out said “I can’t wait to get back into the building.” Who says that in March or April?

This team is an army itching to go to war. And not just for a contract, but with each other. Everybody has everybody else’s back. And they LOVE their coaches and vice versa.

[BigNatty]

@jthom19802

Exactly. #1 on topic J-Will is that guy. #2 Goff is also that guy, working out elsewhere with his guys. and #3. YES! Tracy Walkers and others in different words have flat out said “I can’t wait to get back into the building.” Who says that in March or April?

This team is an army itching to go to war. And not just for a contract, but with each other. Everybody has everybody else’s back. And they LOVE their coaches and vice versa.

Truly Elite culture. I’m trying to think of the wording Brad used when describing one of the guys we just drafted, but it’s the first time I’ve heard a GM use the word “elite,” when describing character. I’m almost surprised at how many of these types they are able to get. Very easy to root for them.

[jthom19802]

@BigNatty

I’m trying to think of the wording Brad used when describing one of the guys we just drafted, but it’s the first time I’ve heard a GM use the word “elite,” when describing character.

I got you buddy. Here it is.
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“The research he had on him was glowing,” Holmes said over the weekend after the Lions drafted Paschal in the second round, No. 46 overall. “He had Dan and I sold on just wanting to find out more about him. You’re wild about him when you turn on the tape, but then when you find out about the human being, you’re just impressed even more.”

“He’s battled things personally that he’s persevered. That often can shape a person,” said Holmes. “When you find out more about him and how he utilizes his time, he’s very proactive, very intentional in everything he does. And when you hear his teammates and coaches talk about him, you just get a little bit different tune than you’re used to hearing.”

“You talk about favorites that emerged throughout the process, Josh was one of them,” Holmes said Tuesday on the Stoney & Jansen Show. "The entire building was just in love with the player. The first time I watched him on film I was like, this guy is unbelievable, in terms of his versatility, his explosiveness, he’s high motor, he fits all the intangibles that we look for. But then when you learn more about the human being, that was just the icing on top.

“He was one of those guys and I told Dan, ‘If we don’t come off with this guy, I’m going to be mad.’ I told Dan that straight-up, ‘I’m going to be mad if we don’t come off with him.’ But I will say that was an emphasis going into the offseason, pass rush in general, but we wanted to upgrade interior pass rush as well and Josh can help us with that.”

“He’s just a versatile player,” said Holmes. "I think he can play up and down our defensive front. He’s been a highly effective interior rusher, but he can also set edges and plays the run well. He’s got elite, elite character and intangibles, some of the best that I’ve experienced and I’ve researched on."

"He’s got pop in his hands. He’s got incredible instincts. He can shed, he can find the football in the run game. He beat some really good tackles down in the SEC. He’s a skillful pass rusher. He’s got crafty hands and he’s explosive. He’s high-motor. He’s a football player, and that’s what we talk about all the time. Josh is one, but he’s more than that. He’s outstanding, intangibles and character. He should be able to contribute hopefully soon.”

[BigNatty]

Thanks for looking all of that up. The one in bold is what I was talking about. Really appreciate you, man. I love all of this so much.

One small complaint. How the hell are you gonna play football with “pop in your hands?” WTF? Hopefully it’s sugar free, but at his age, I guess he can metabolize it.

Love our team and am elated with what is going on w/our guys.

[jthom19802]

@BigNatty

One small complaint. How the hell are you gonna play football with “pop in your hands?” WTF? Hopefully it’s sugar free, but at his age, I guess he can metabolize it.

Smart ass.

[jthom19802]

@BigNatty

Thanks for looking all of that up. The one in bold is what I was talking about. Really appreciate you, man. I love all of this so much.

It’s the Den it’s what we do! Side note how do I get a cool phrase like “The Bald Emissary” next to my name?

[BigNatty]

Check your inbox, brother

[Cynodon]

kyle meinke

[BigNatty]

@Cynodon

https://twitter.com/kmeinke/status/1524419075375513601?s=20&t=9OmdlMJ2c2gIxISf3lWZgg

OMG I love this dude. #WarriorShit

[wolfcub36]

who is “Swaggy” ?