In this economy, getting hired is always good news, and T.O.’s got a new job with the Seattle Seahawks. Good for him, but the pundits are already buzzing in expectation of the drama that is sure to follow.
Let’s face it: this tremendous talent hasn’t worked well on his teams, and history is likely to repeat itself. I submit his work history for your consideration, including some of the reasons (information from Wikipedia) for his leave-taking:
- San Francisco 49ers (1996–2003): spat with 49ers front office members
- Philadelphia Eagles (2004–2005): made negative remarks about Eagles management and teammate Donovan McNabb, suspended four games without pay, deactivated for the rest of the season, released
- Dallas Cowboys (2006–2008): after feeling assured he would be remaining with the team, felt blindsided by his release
- Buffalo Bills (2009): one year contract only
- Cincinnati Bengals (2010): placed on injured reserve, not re-signed
- Allen Wranglers (2012): released after season’s end
