Chris Spielman & Dave Brandon Talk Tressel, OSU on WJR

Frank Beckman had a couple interesting guests on his WJR broadcast this morning. Both had some things to say about the Ohio State/Tressel situation. I particularly enjoyed what Chris had to say about players getting paid and how he feels about student/athletes budgeting their money. [Audio clips below]

"I wouldn't mind a stipend for players. If the Big Ten wants to add a stipend … fine. But here's what I would say to any player:

"OK, you're struggling with money. How about this. How about you rent an apartment with four guys, to cut down on your living expenses. How about not getting the latest, greatest smart phone. How about not downloading 100 dollars or 50 dollars worth of iTunes. How about going to a discount retailer and getting a coat and a tie and wearing that every week. How about not driving a (nice) car; get a used beater for a thousand bucks.

"How about doing things the right way. How about sharing rides. Let's do that instead of thinking that you're owed something.

"See my problem is we live — and we've got to be careful as parents — in a very narcissistic society because everybody believes they're owed something. Because we have Facebook and all these social networks and everybody thinks they're a freaking star: Let's post pictures online so everyone can see my great accomplishments.

"So until we get guys to realize it's not about them, it's about the team … And it's OK to suffer a little bit financially while you're in school, and you're going to be better for it. Then kids will make better decisions.

"But don't whine to me about money when you're getting free money already (scholarship, living expenses). We'll give you a little extra. But, hey, sacrifice on the clothes, the cars, the electronic toys. And maybe go without a PlayStation or an Xbox for a while, too. See how that works."

[HT: DetNews, WJR]

Chris during his Lion's days, the Chris Spielman I prefer to remember.

Chris Spielman:
Chris Spielman WJR Interview 5-31-11 by MaizeBlueNation

Dave Brandon:
  Dave Brandon WJR Interview 5-31-11 by MaizeBlueNation