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Rosenhaus said; "It is too early to judge if exodus of Hurricanes’ underclassmen was a gaffe."
Agent Drew Rosenhaus may be gaining on Ozzie Guillen, Jeff Ireland and Nevin Shapiro as the most hated man in South Florida sports — at least when it comes to UM fans.
Rosenhaus appeared on WQAM this morning to explain why UM’s underclassmen – with the exception of third-round pick Olivier Vernon – were selected lower than anyone expected. Defensive tackle Marcus Forston, one of five Hurricanes who declared early for the NFL Draft, wasn’t even chosen and ended up signing as a free agent with the New England Patriots.
Rosenhaus’ explanation? Ain’t my fault! (tell McIntosh and Norton to practice their response for when their agent makes that claim)
”I’m not going to second guess my clients and we’re not going to look back,” Rosenhaus said. “You can’t look back. You can only look forward. When a team drafts a player, you have dozens of people involved…..Ask the teams… how much of a factor an agent has to do with them getting drafted? People can say what they want.”
What people have been saying on Twitter and message boards has not been kind to Rosenhaus. The feeling among UM fans is that Rosenhaus sold UM’s underclassmen a bill of goods that cost the players big money and the Hurricanes a chance to have a good season in 2012.
Tailback Lamar Miller, who ran for 1,272 yards last season and was projected as a first-round pick, fell to the fourth round. Receiver Tommy Streeter, who some analysts saw as a second rounder, was drafted in the sixth round as was guard Brandon Washington. As noted before, Forston wasn’t even selected (I believe he’s the first UM underclassmen to leave school early and not be drafted by an NFL team since fullback Carlo Joseph in 1998.)
“You really can’t judge whether a guy made a good decision or bad decision until you see what kind of career they had,” Rosenhaus said.
“Antonio Brown of the Pittsburgh Steelers last year went to the Pro Bowl, a 1,000-yard receiver and 1,000-yard return man. What round do you think he was drafted? Sixth round and he came out as an underclassman. Do you think he has any regrets?
“What I said to Tommy Streeter and Brandon Washington is remember what Antonio Brown did (Remember the Alamo!). Go into the league and become a dominant player and no one is going to care where you got drafted (such profound advice).”
What Rosenhaus didn’t address is how much money those underclassmen potentially left on the table by not returning to UM and increasing their value. (Hello McIntosh & Norton are you seeing this?)
Rosenhaus said he “absolutely” advises underclassmen to petition the NFL Draft Advisory Board to get information on their draft status, Except that, according to UM coach Al Golden, none of the departing underclassmen did that.
“You always recommend to your clients that they talk to their college coaches, the advisory committee…and of course their family,” said Rosenhaus, who was not challenged during the interview about why UM’s players didn’t seek the NFL committee’s advice.
“I’m not going to judge whether a guy made a good decision or bad decision until we see if they can become the next Antonio Brown. It’s that simple.” (isn't that special!)
“Whether you’re a first-round pick or undrafted, the draft doesn’t define you (the draft doesn't define you...simply incredible!). Really it’s an indication of what your signing bonus is. But what defines a player is what they do after they’re drafted. When they have an opportunity to get into the NFL, the draft doesn’t matter anymore….”
Despite their public proclamations, most of UM’s underclassmen had to be very disappointed with the result of the draft. Rosenhaus’ advice? Don’t worry, be happy.(After the upcoming draft be sure to tell McIntosh and Norton..."Don't worry, be happy!)
“One thing I tell my clients, whether they’re a first-round pick or not drafted is, ‘Hey, keep your chin up because it’s going to be you’re play on the field that determines you’re success, not where you are drafted,’” Rosenhaus said (this is the type of sage advice being offered McIntosh and Norton...if these players don't pan out their agent won't even remember their names, although the commissions they made off those kids will help fatten their already obese wallets).
Agent Drew Rosenhaus may be gaining on Ozzie Guillen, Jeff Ireland and Nevin Shapiro as the most hated man in South Florida sports — at least when it comes to UM fans.
Rosenhaus appeared on WQAM this morning to explain why UM’s underclassmen – with the exception of third-round pick Olivier Vernon – were selected lower than anyone expected. Defensive tackle Marcus Forston, one of five Hurricanes who declared early for the NFL Draft, wasn’t even chosen and ended up signing as a free agent with the New England Patriots.
Rosenhaus’ explanation? Ain’t my fault! (tell McIntosh and Norton to practice their response for when their agent makes that claim)
”I’m not going to second guess my clients and we’re not going to look back,” Rosenhaus said. “You can’t look back. You can only look forward. When a team drafts a player, you have dozens of people involved…..Ask the teams… how much of a factor an agent has to do with them getting drafted? People can say what they want.”
What people have been saying on Twitter and message boards has not been kind to Rosenhaus. The feeling among UM fans is that Rosenhaus sold UM’s underclassmen a bill of goods that cost the players big money and the Hurricanes a chance to have a good season in 2012.
Tailback Lamar Miller, who ran for 1,272 yards last season and was projected as a first-round pick, fell to the fourth round. Receiver Tommy Streeter, who some analysts saw as a second rounder, was drafted in the sixth round as was guard Brandon Washington. As noted before, Forston wasn’t even selected (I believe he’s the first UM underclassmen to leave school early and not be drafted by an NFL team since fullback Carlo Joseph in 1998.)
“You really can’t judge whether a guy made a good decision or bad decision until you see what kind of career they had,” Rosenhaus said.
“Antonio Brown of the Pittsburgh Steelers last year went to the Pro Bowl, a 1,000-yard receiver and 1,000-yard return man. What round do you think he was drafted? Sixth round and he came out as an underclassman. Do you think he has any regrets?
“What I said to Tommy Streeter and Brandon Washington is remember what Antonio Brown did (Remember the Alamo!). Go into the league and become a dominant player and no one is going to care where you got drafted (such profound advice).”
What Rosenhaus didn’t address is how much money those underclassmen potentially left on the table by not returning to UM and increasing their value. (Hello McIntosh & Norton are you seeing this?)
Rosenhaus said he “absolutely” advises underclassmen to petition the NFL Draft Advisory Board to get information on their draft status, Except that, according to UM coach Al Golden, none of the departing underclassmen did that.
“You always recommend to your clients that they talk to their college coaches, the advisory committee…and of course their family,” said Rosenhaus, who was not challenged during the interview about why UM’s players didn’t seek the NFL committee’s advice.
“I’m not going to judge whether a guy made a good decision or bad decision until we see if they can become the next Antonio Brown. It’s that simple.” (isn't that special!)
“Whether you’re a first-round pick or undrafted, the draft doesn’t define you (the draft doesn't define you...simply incredible!). Really it’s an indication of what your signing bonus is. But what defines a player is what they do after they’re drafted. When they have an opportunity to get into the NFL, the draft doesn’t matter anymore….”
Despite their public proclamations, most of UM’s underclassmen had to be very disappointed with the result of the draft. Rosenhaus’ advice? Don’t worry, be happy.(After the upcoming draft be sure to tell McIntosh and Norton..."Don't worry, be happy!)
“One thing I tell my clients, whether they’re a first-round pick or not drafted is, ‘Hey, keep your chin up because it’s going to be you’re play on the field that determines you’re success, not where you are drafted,’” Rosenhaus said (this is the type of sage advice being offered McIntosh and Norton...if these players don't pan out their agent won't even remember their names, although the commissions they made off those kids will help fatten their already obese wallets).
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