Bellamy may be leaving Clemson

Ballboy534 · 12-13-2011, 12:41 PM

No official word yet, but he was suspended indefinitely for "violating team rules" on 12/3/11. This isn't the first time he's been in trouble and quite frankly, it wouldn't surprise me if asks for a release...

Forty_Sixand2 · 12-13-2011, 12:47 PM

I was going to post this a little earlier but wanted one of you guys to mention it first. I have heard he has already spoke with Coach Swinney and is likely leaving but my sources are sketchy and see things with garnet glasses so take them with a grain of salt.

Ballboy534 · 12-13-2011, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Forty_Sixand2

I was going to post this a little earlier but wanted one of you guys to mention it first. I have heard he has already spoke with Coach Swinney and is likely leaving but my sources are sketchy and see things with garnet glasses so take them with a grain of salt.

I think he'll leave. This isn't the first run in he's had, and according to one of my training buddies he hasn't worked very hard on learning his assignments... in an offense like the one we now employ, you've got to learn your assignments, especially as a tailback...

Edisto_Tiger · 12-13-2011, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Ballboy534

I think he'll leave. This isn't the first run in he's had, and according to one of my training buddies he hasn't worked very hard on learning his assignments... in an offense like the one we now employ, you've got to learn your assignments, especially as a tailback...

I think the kid probably is a "great talent," but this is a "team" sport and he seems like a prima donna. If Swinney and co. thinks he isn't going to fit in and play his role, then good riddance. I can't believe I'm going to say it, but I trust Swinney's decision making skills. He's seems to be on the right track. Hard to argue with the results thus far.

Ballboy534 · 12-13-2011, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Edisto_Tiger

I think the kid probably is a "great talent," but this is a "team" sport and he seems like a prima donna. If Swinney and co. thinks he isn't going to fit in and play his role, then good riddance. I can't believe I'm going to say it, but I trust Swinney's decision making skills. He's seems to be on the right track. Hard to argue with the results thus far.

Couldn't agree more; this puts a lot of pressure on recruiting if it happens. Hopefully we'll get Mike Davis (James Davis little brother) to commit for 2012. What really sucks is that Marlin Lane ended up at Tennessee because he and Bellamy apparently "didn't get along..."

Spruce Moose · 12-13-2011, 07:47 PM

I think we've all had a feeling this would be the outcome since mid-season, can't say it would surprise or upset me if it happens. A talented player isn't worth a damn if he lacks decision making skills, maturity, and work ethic.

BUT... James Davis and CJ Spiller both nearly left the team after their first seasons.

Edisto_Tiger · 12-13-2011, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Ballboy534

Couldn't agree more; this puts a lot of pressure on recruiting if it happens. Hopefully we'll get Mike Davis (James Davis little brother) to commit for 2012. What really sucks is that Marlin Lane ended up at Tennessee because he and Bellamy apparently "didn't get along..."

Have we at least got "the lean" from Davis or is he looking elsewhere? I haven't followed recruiting as much as I use to.

Ballboy534 · 12-13-2011, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Edisto_Tiger

Have we at least got "the lean" from Davis or is he looking elsewhere? I haven't followed recruiting as much as I use to.

Nothing yet, we were somewhat late with our offer... it's safe to say his family is pro-Clemson and now that Marshall is headed to Jawja, I would think that gives us a better shot at Davis.

Ballboy534 · 12-14-2011, 11:59 AM

Only a few days late, but the media finally caught on: Backup suspended for Clemson's bowl game | The Post and Courier, Charleston SC - News, Sports, Entertainment

CUTigerTillDeath · 12-15-2011, 02:29 AM

if we lost bellamy, it would be a sad day in tigertown. that kid is a highlight reel waiting to happen. of course he has had his moments, but he is only a freshman with huge expectations put on him by espn150 and all of that other bullshit that these kids have to deal with today. if Ellington were to go down (a possibility after watching him get up slowly all year long after taking a brutal workload) don't tell me you wouldn't want this kid in the game. DJ howard is decent and all, but he could never offer the big play threat that bellamy could bring in my opinion. See for yourselves

Mike Bellamy Senior Year Highlights. - YouTube

i feel like he could run this confidently for us by his junior or senior year. hell look what he did on his 1st ever carry for us. Oh and i'm sure we will be remembering this move for a verrrrrrry long time.

Mike Bellamy TD vs Virginia Tech - YouTube

honestly, that is my favorite fucking highlight of the year right there. we need that element of superior talent on the field. This is what wins you games when the coaching matchup is even. Teams like VT, MD, BC, NCST have had our ass and ruined many of our season not because they were better but because of the coaching factor. We have finally brought in coaches to match the coaching abilities of our opponents, and look we have finally won 10 games with a bunch of fucking freshmen.... why would any of you want to lose our talent now that we finally have coaching? Honestly calling this kid a prima dona is like trying to find something to bitch about after our great year. what is he terrelle pryor now?

.... and on the topic of lil davis,1) he hasn't commited to clemson. 2) have you ever heard of milton jennings??? bellamy could be a great thing for us, time to embrace it folks.

Edisto_Tiger · 12-15-2011, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by CUTigerTillDeath

if we lost bellamy, it would be a sad day in tigertown. that kid is a highlight reel waiting to happen. of course he has had his moments, but he is only a freshman with huge expectations put on him by espn150 and all of that other bullshit that these kids have to deal with today. if Ellington were to go down (a possibility after watching him get up slowly all year long after taking a brutal workload) don't tell me you wouldn't want this kid in the game. DJ howard is decent and all, but he could never offer the big play threat that bellamy could bring in my opinion. See for yourselves

Mike Bellamy Senior Year Highlights. - YouTube

i feel like he could run this confidently for us by his junior or senior year. hell look what he did on his 1st ever carry for us. Oh and i'm sure we will be remembering this move for a verrrrrrry long time.

Mike Bellamy TD vs Virginia Tech - YouTube

honestly, that is my favorite fucking highlight of the year right there. we need that element of superior talent on the field. This is what wins you games when the coaching matchup is even. Teams like VT, MD, BC, NCST have had our ass and ruined many of our season not because they were better but because of the coaching factor. We have finally brought in coaches to match the coaching abilities of our opponents, and look we have finally won 10 games with a bunch of fucking freshmen.... why would any of you want to lose our talent now that we finally have coaching? Honestly calling this kid a prima dona is like trying to find something to bitch about after our great year. what is he terrelle pryor now?

.... and on the topic of lil davis,1) he hasn't commited to clemson. 2) have you ever heard of milton jennings??? bellamy could be a great thing for us, time to embrace it folks.

Like I said previously, if he gets on board with the program and becomes a team player then I am absolutely on board, but screw a self absorbed prima donna.

Spruce Moose · 12-15-2011, 09:47 AM

He has a lot of growing up to do, but maturity can't offset poor decision making, a negative attitude, and selfishness. Bellamy's talent and potential are undercut by his character issues.

Ballboy534 · 12-15-2011, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Spruce Moose

He has a lot of growing up to do, but maturity can't offset poor decision making, a negative attitude, and selfishness. Bellamy's talent and potential are undercut by his character issues.

Completely agree; I would much rather have a less heralded guy willing to work his butt off than Bellamy's potential if he can't embrace his role and grow up.

Forty_Sixand2 · 12-15-2011, 10:41 AM

Do any of you guys know what he did?

Ballboy534 · 12-15-2011, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Forty_Sixand2

Do any of you guys know what he did?

"Unspecified violation of team rules;" I can't get anything out of my ATC buddy either

Edisto_Tiger · 12-16-2011, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Forty_Sixand2

Do any of you guys know what he did?

I just got word he got busted smokin weed in his hotel room at Charlotte the week of the ACCCG.

CUTigerTillDeath · 12-21-2011, 04:38 AM

nothin wrong with that! so much for the attitude issues

12-13-2011, 12:41 PM	#1
Ballboy534 Resident Rehabilitator Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SC Posts: 3,378 Rep Power: 12015	Bellamy may be leaving Clemson No official word yet, but he was suspended indefinitely for "violating team rules" on 12/3/11. This isn't the first time he's been in trouble and quite frankly, it wouldn't surprise me if asks for a release... __________________ "Yes, I saw Dear John. He was good in that movie and in fact that movie is not that bad" - OregonDucks

12-13-2011, 12:47 PM	#2
Forty_Sixand2 Sleeper Pick Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Pittsbugh, PA Posts: 23,534 Rep Power: 126380	I was going to post this a little earlier but wanted one of you guys to mention it first. I have heard he has already spoke with Coach Swinney and is likely leaving but my sources are sketchy and see things with garnet glasses so take them with a grain of salt. __________________ *This is blood for blood and by the gallon. These are the old days, the bad days, the all-or-nothing days. They're back! There's no choice left. And I'm ready for war.*

12-13-2011, 07:47 PM	#6
Spruce Moose Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Whore Island, SC Posts: 493 Rep Power: 2284	I think we've all had a feeling this would be the outcome since mid-season, can't say it would surprise or upset me if it happens. A talented player isn't worth a damn if he lacks decision making skills, maturity, and work ethic. BUT... James Davis and CJ Spiller both nearly left the team after their first seasons. __________________ *~ A noble spirit embiggens the smallest man ~*

12-14-2011, 11:59 AM	#9
Ballboy534 Resident Rehabilitator Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SC Posts: 3,378 Rep Power: 12015	Only a few days late, but the media finally caught on: Backup suspended for Clemson's bowl game \| The Post and Courier, Charleston SC - News, Sports, Entertainment __________________ "Yes, I saw Dear John. He was good in that movie and in fact that movie is not that bad" - OregonDucks

12-15-2011, 09:47 AM	#12
Spruce Moose Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Whore Island, SC Posts: 493 Rep Power: 2284	He has a lot of growing up to do, but maturity can't offset poor decision making, a negative attitude, and selfishness. Bellamy's talent and potential are undercut by his character issues. __________________ *~ A noble spirit embiggens the smallest man ~*

12-15-2011, 02:29 AM	#10
CUTigerTillDeath Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Clemson, SC Posts: 6 Rep Power: 0	if we lost bellamy, it would be a sad day in tigertown. that kid is a highlight reel waiting to happen. of course he has had his moments, but he is only a freshman with huge expectations put on him by espn150 and all of that other bullshit that these kids have to deal with today. if Ellington were to go down (a possibility after watching him get up slowly all year long after taking a brutal workload) don't tell me you wouldn't want this kid in the game. DJ howard is decent and all, but he could never offer the big play threat that bellamy could bring in my opinion. See for yourselves Mike Bellamy Senior Year Highlights. - YouTube i feel like he could run this confidently for us by his junior or senior year. hell look what he did on his 1st ever carry for us. Oh and i'm sure we will be remembering this move for a verrrrrrry long time. Mike Bellamy TD vs Virginia Tech - YouTube honestly, that is my favorite fucking highlight of the year right there. we need that element of superior talent on the field. This is what wins you games when the coaching matchup is even. Teams like VT, MD, BC, NCST have had our ass and ruined many of our season not because they were better but because of the coaching factor. We have finally brought in coaches to match the coaching abilities of our opponents, and look we have finally won 10 games with a bunch of fucking freshmen.... why would any of you want to lose our talent now that we finally have coaching? Honestly calling this kid a prima dona is like trying to find something to bitch about after our great year. what is he terrelle pryor now? .... and on the topic of lil davis,1) he hasn't commited to clemson. 2) have you ever heard of milton jennings??? bellamy could be a great thing for us, time to embrace it folks.

12-15-2011, 10:41 AM	#14
Forty_Sixand2 Sleeper Pick Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Pittsbugh, PA Posts: 23,534 Rep Power: 126380	Do any of you guys know what he did? __________________ *This is blood for blood and by the gallon. These are the old days, the bad days, the all-or-nothing days. They're back! There's no choice left. And I'm ready for war.*

12-21-2011, 04:38 AM	#17
CUTigerTillDeath Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Clemson, SC Posts: 6 Rep Power: 0	nothin wrong with that! so much for the attitude issues