Gary Pinkel's comments about Joe Paterno

[Coach_B]

I got into a spirited debate with someone on twitter today in regards to Missouri Head Football Coach Gary Pinkels comments during SEC Media Day on Tuesday when asked about Joe Paterno. Pinkel stated that, "you can't take away what the man has done in his career..." Pinkel went on to call Paterno a "Great Man".

I have serious issues with Pinkel calling Paterno a great man. A great man doesn't conspire to conceal the rape of innocent young boys. I feel Pinkels comments were irresponsible, insensitive and reckless. I called on the SEC, Missouri Administration and the AFCA to come out and admonish Pinkel for his comments publicly.

Of course, it should be noted that Pinkel has a history of making questionable decisions, such as his DWI last year.

Recruiting is the life blood of every program and considering the climate right now towards the safety and well being of kids, I am not sure Pinkel did himself any favors with many parents out there by calling a man who allowed the raping of kids to happen under his watch, a "Great Man".

 

[Longhorns96]

This guy a douche bag of the highest regard. He belongs in the SEC. Good riddance. Can you imagine if Mack said something along those lines?

 

[bbdude]

You might be a redneck if.......

 

[Chris Flanagan]

Call him a great coach that helped my career who had some horrible judgement and was too loyal and that was the downfall of his career and life.

Not much controversy there but then again, it's July and we need something to talk about.

 

[bbdude]

Call him a great coach that helped my career who had some horrible judgement and was too loyal and that was the downfall of his career and life.
Not much controversy there but then again, it's July and we need something to talk about.

I have serious disdain for Pinkel and that damn visor he wears.

 

[Lord Vader]

Gary Pinkel is a whining bitch.