The Jay we know and love comes through again. 

I think he'd have to run that deal past the McCaskeys and they may be more likely to keep the picks and dump Emery.

Doug Buffone: "The offense sucks, the defense sucks, the special teams suck."

That's what we've been saying for years.

As bad as the Bears have been, I'm not so certain Trestman and/or Emery get fired. The McCaskeys don't pay coaches to go away. They've NEVER fired a coach after only two seasons.

We may see blackouts in Chicago next year if they don't make any changes. Chicago has a loyal fanbase, but they're all pretty angry with the way things are being run at Halas Hall these days. If I were a Bears fan, I sure as hell wouldn't spend a cent on tickets if they keep those two clowns around.

Franco Harris....the Italian Stallion?  How did he ever get that moniker?

The Italian Stallion??? What in the **** is your short wiring?!?!?!?!?!

I remember hearing a number of people picking the Bears to win the division.  Keep dope alive.

????   What are you talking about?

Franco Harris was an African-American and he had the nickname the Italian Stallion.

Harris was born in Fort Dix, New Jersey.  His African-American father served in World War II; his mother was a war bride from Italy.

Let me know what the **** is your short wiring.

Harris was called the Italian Stallion in one article that I know of  in 1972. Other than that he and his fans were referred to as Franco's Army in Pittsburgh. I got his Italian heritage 35 years ago. So did everyone else. 

Dont **** with me on Pittsbuurgh history between 1969 and 1979. Only because I hated Pitt 

Have you been drinking tonight, Chilli?  Come on, man.  You're not serious, are you?

He's the son of an African-American man and an Italian woman.    He was called the Italian Stallion.  Now, maybe the writer coined the nickname on him due to his genealogy...that could be....

He was popular with Pittsburgh's large Italian population: his fans dubbing themselves "Franco's Italian Army" and wore army helmets with his number on them.

and...BTW..."Lighten up, Francis."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OnpkDWbeJs

Wikipedia says this: 

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

The Italian Stallion

SDPF, I don't know what you do for a living. But if the power outages in CA have to do with the death penalty I'm guessing you are a defense attourney. 

Wow!  Do you guys live in a parallel universe or what?  So, I GOOGLE Franco Harris and Italian Stallion and I find that yes, indeed, he was given the nickname "The Italian Stallion".

Sure, many other characters have also shared that nickname as well.  Granted, the moniker might not have stuck with him as the others because....well, because....maybe he didn't "look Italian".  hmmmm

But, let's just say you are right.  Let's just say that never happened.   Let's just say in ChilliJonLand, that Franco Harris NEVER was called the Italian Stallion....let's just say that not one broadcaster from the 1970's ever mentioned that nickname over the air when glamorizing Franco Harris during a game....let's just say that the newspaper articles from the era never called him The Italian Stallion.....

Then, just go with the intent of my original post:  it was a response to the African-American and Italian connection from a previous post...and that is why I brought up Franco Harris.  He lineage is African-American dad and an Italian mom.

Now, boys, please stop drinking and typing.  The TWS penalties are too severe here at TimesFour  (Typing While Stupid).

You actually Googled Franco Harris?!?!?!

I'm pretty sure 99.9% of fans that have followed football knew of Franco's past you dumbass. 

Lets get back on topic...TBSS !

quote:

Doug Buffone: "The offense sucks, the defense sucks, the special teams suck."

From Pgs 1 & 2 - that's your call Chilli, edit or just own it.

Please forgive me, Ref...

The Poles are playing the Italians in a football game near the train yard.

The whistle blows, the Poles think the game is over, and walk off the field.

3 plays later, the Italians score.

NOOOOooooo!  Keep them all!!!  I love the front office and the team!  They are just what I've always wanted.

Aside from Lambeau, the Bears are playing much better ball on the road this year.

Well, I did google him because you seemed so certain that I was wrong.  When I found out I was right, I wanted to let you know where I had found the facts.   Now I know you don't have a clue what you were talking about......

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS1J3VrxnM0

Wow.

Full circle

Did you know Lamb Chop used to be called the "Button Mutton"?  Really.  True story.

I thought it was "Mutton Stallion"

You're right.  I googled it.  Lamb Chop was part horse.

..hence Shari Lewis' affections.