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01/24/2007: "Hey, Terrell Owens - STFU!"

Time for a new feature here at the ol' MB: STFU! Most of you know what that stands for; if you don't, just Google it for a better understanding. Once you return, it'll be no surprise to see who the first target it: Dallas Cowboys wide receiver and resident loose cannon Terrell Owens ...

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Boy, the seat hadn't cooled in Bill Parcells' office and you're already mouthing off about how great it is for the future of the organization. You apparently didn't have the stones to say it while he was there and could respond, but as soon as he's out the door, your mouth starts flappin':

“I was underutilized in the offense ... I wasn’t used as a No. 1 receiver. If you don’t involve a guy, that person is not going to be as productive as he can be. That’s how I felt.”

Let's see - you were underutilized, but led the league in touchdown receptions? Maybe you are confusing "underutilized" with "underachieved", which is understandable considering you also led the league in dropped passes ...

“This past year was a big letdown. On paper we were as good as anybody we played against every week. The end result didn’t show that. Our play was not indicative of what we could have done. What we should have done. Hopefully, the owner will hire a coach to take the team to the next level.”

Let me explain something to you, TO ... the difference between performance "on paper" and "in reality" isn't the coaching - it's the guys on the field. The general manager brings in the players, the coach makes the game plan, and then they turn it over to you guys in the uniforms to execute. If you suck in reality and not on paper, you might want to check out that guy looking back at you in the mirror.

And just how, exactly, do you expect that coach to "take you to the next level"? By throwing all the passes your way? By picking a new holder for placekicks? By hiring you a new publicist before your next prima donna attack?

Last time I checked, pal, the only guys who can impact the score are those on the field - and that means you. Here's a suggestion - focus less on press releases and more on crisp routes.

In the meantime, shut up!