Turner Coming Back?
As per Sam Webb on WTKA, Turner's folks are on their way to Ann Arbor to talk to Turner about this. Seems a bit weird to me, as wouldn't he have spoken to them about this prior to asking for his release? Would RR even allow him back after all this??
Getting interesting...
August 11th, 2010 at 5:02 PM ^
I do not know if i would brag about having dilithium sex, but hey maybe i am old fashioned?
/sarcasm
August 11th, 2010 at 6:01 PM ^
Would you even know if it happened?
August 11th, 2010 at 4:36 PM ^
I think we tend to overlook how much stress these student athletes are under. For a 19 year old to get upset and make a rash decision (like quitting school or a football team) is not out of the ordinary. We should all cut the kid a break and let the situation work itself out. (From his parent's perspective I can't imagine they would be too happy with their son tossing aside a full ride to one of the best universities on the planet, unless it was for a good reason.)
August 11th, 2010 at 4:37 PM ^
Fair point, however, do the coaches HAVE to release him??
August 11th, 2010 at 5:03 PM ^
Tennessee is in some hot water for not granting a release right now. it just means the player has to pay his way for his first year at another school.
http://www.usatoday.com/communities/campusrivalry/post/2010/07/tennesse…
August 11th, 2010 at 5:04 PM ^
No, but can you imagine the pain that it would cause the program if a coach was holding players hostage? I think the reason the coach has to sign is so they can tell the players to take a day to think about it before they sign the papers.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:36 PM ^
He probably got the bill for the tattoo removal...said fuck that, I'mma stay Blue.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:37 PM ^
How do we know his parents aren't coming to Ann Arbor to help him pack and move?
August 11th, 2010 at 4:38 PM ^
What if his parents are driving a Uhaul?
August 11th, 2010 at 4:45 PM ^
That would be very telling
August 11th, 2010 at 5:47 PM ^
somebody fire up flight tracker
August 11th, 2010 at 4:43 PM ^
Getting rid of that M tattoo would be a bitch.
EDIT: BK beat me to it.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:40 PM ^
It seems weird that Turner would ask for a release without talking to his parents.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:43 PM ^
Yeah, but he is a college kid. People at that age don't always think things through.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:47 PM ^
I was an upstanding citizen all 4 years
/sarcasm. And I know no one in this picture, they're google images
August 11th, 2010 at 4:52 PM ^
I know, but it's not like he didn't put any thought into this decision at all. He wasn't just sitting there and thinking, "You know, I'm just going to ask for my transfer papers and then leave." Even college kids know it's a big decision.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:43 PM ^
What sort of sensible parents would let their kid transfer from a free-ride at Michigan????
August 11th, 2010 at 4:49 PM ^
Mike Bore....
Oh, Snap!
August 11th, 2010 at 4:50 PM ^
Probably the sort of parents that realize their son is an adult and can make his own decisions.
Not sayin' its a good decision, but, y'know.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:41 PM ^
Isn't this the required post after anyone leaves or doesn't get in. Someone posts a glimmer of hope that quickly gets shut in the days to come. Dejected because Turner is gone, I understand, but again we want Michigan Men, and we have some, and we are getting others. Unfortunately it takes more than talent to be a Michigan Man.
Go Blue!
August 11th, 2010 at 4:42 PM ^
to pick his azz up and bring him home?? Doesn't that usually happen after a kid transfers or drops out?
I think I'll wait until Brian or Tim provide the update.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:42 PM ^
I think we would all welcome him back, obviously. But it's certainly public at this time that he needs to get his ass in gear if he wants to be a contributor on the Michigan football team.
Justin, talk to your parents, settle down, come back to practice tomorrow, work as hard as you can, lean on your friends, coaches and teammates as much as you need to, and you will be successful. You, the team, and the fans will be happier because of it.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:44 PM ^
It's natural for a kid to maybe feel out of place or frustrated with different things going on in college life.
At least at Michigan he knows that there is a huge need at CB for him.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:45 PM ^
I had the opportunity to interview Justin Turner today and no where did he mention that he was coming back http://midnightmaize.blogspot.com/2010/08/mm-sits-down-with-justin-turn…
August 11th, 2010 at 4:48 PM ^
I do not get you. I often times find your attempts at humor falling flat.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:55 PM ^
I wish I had the opportunity to get those 30 seconds back
August 11th, 2010 at 5:00 PM ^
Jerry: Oh good. Anyway, I wanted to talk to you about Dark Blue. I have a suspicion that he's faked an interview just for the jokes.
Father: And this offends you as a reporter?
Jerry: No, it offends me as a comedian.
August 11th, 2010 at 5:09 PM ^
(BTW, who else doesn't like the new Google Images?)
August 11th, 2010 at 5:19 PM ^
If MGoBlog has taught me one thing, it's that there's no better way to express oneself over the internet than through a picture of a cat.
August 11th, 2010 at 5:46 PM ^
I agree, Dogs aren't quite ready for D-1 blogging
August 11th, 2010 at 6:24 PM ^
Cats are the true purveyors of human emotion.
August 12th, 2010 at 11:01 AM ^
You try way too hard to be funny.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:45 PM ^
I wish this would get sorted out fast, I've been holding off all day on playing the rest of my Michigan Dynasty on NCAA because of this Turner drama. He's been a beast in my 2011 season, and I would hate to bury him on the roster(then cutting him in the offseason) only to find out he came back... Looks like MSU is gonna have to wait for their annual beating until this clears up.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:46 PM ^
This is what legends are made of! Has anyone ever had TWO Hello: posts before?
August 11th, 2010 at 4:53 PM ^
How about a "Welcome Back" post?
August 11th, 2010 at 4:47 PM ^
Word from the team is that James Rogers slept with his mother.
Everyone on the team knew except for JT Turner and Will Campbell (his boy).
Once he heard, he was so mad - that he threw the first two practices of the year, and is now contemplating taking his talents to South Beach.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:47 PM ^
I almost transferred to Hope college my sophomore year. Thank God I didn't do that. He will be grateful later if he stays.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:50 PM ^
As a Calvin alum, I can say you definitely made the right choice.
August 11th, 2010 at 4:55 PM ^
As a Calvin alum can you even acknowledge that he had the freedom to make a choice?
August 11th, 2010 at 5:02 PM ^
this is 10x funnier than people are giving it credit for.
August 11th, 2010 at 5:09 PM ^
well played
August 11th, 2010 at 5:22 PM ^
It's all about responsible freedom and discernment my friend...
August 11th, 2010 at 6:02 PM ^
Well played!
A+ comments today.
August 11th, 2010 at 6:20 PM ^
this will result in 100+ MGoPoints.
August 11th, 2010 at 9:13 PM ^
Only 90 points.
Edit: God is finishing strong! Darn, I was looking forward to that free time on Sunday mornings.
August 11th, 2010 at 6:53 PM ^
Haha as I scroll down, the comments just keep getting better and better ...
August 11th, 2010 at 9:05 PM ^
I logged in just to upvote you
August 11th, 2010 at 4:56 PM ^
A kid from Christian High went to Calvin, now this is the shocker of the day.