kkktookmybabyaway 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 The only thing I'm confused about is how can something be "potentially offensive." Does the remark have to be tested by a focus group before it gets the offensive-stamp-of-approval? Story. I assume these "Jap" plays have receivers running slant patterns... Parcells apologizes after 'Jap' news conference reference June 7, 2004 SportsLine.com wire reports IRVING, Texas -- Bill Parcells caused a stir during his news conference after minicamp Monday with potentially offensive remarks. The Dallas Cowboys coach called surprise plays used in practice "Jap plays," referring to Japan's 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. "You've got to keep an eye on those two, because they're going to try to get the upper hand," Parcells said about quarterbacks coach Sean Payton and defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer. "Mike wants the defense to do well, and Sean, he's going to have a few ... no disrespect for the Orientals, but what we call Jap plays. OK. Surprise things." After a murmur in the room of reporters, which included a Japanese journalist, Parcells repeated, "No disrespect to anyone." Parcells later released a statement, apologizing for his comments. "Today during my news conference I made a very inappropriate reference, and although I prefaced it with the remark, 'no disrespect to anyone intended,' it was still uncalled for and inconsiderate. For that I apologize to anyone who may have been offended," he said. Cowboys spokesman Rich Dalrymple said the "organization apologizes to anyone who may have been offended." Akira Kuboshima, editor of American Football Magazine in Japan, said he wasn't offended, though he knows many Japanese will be. "There is a lot of chance for someone to feel offended," Kuboshima said. "To me, it was no big deal." Parcells spoke to Kuboshima, offering what the reporter perceived to be an apology. Kuboshima said he was surprised more by the reaction of other reporters than the comment. That comment was only part of Parcells' 45-minute session with reporters, in which he also talked about the team's quarterback competition, players at several positions and some of the new additions. After three straight 5-11 seasons, the Cowboys went 10-6 and reached the playoffs in their first year under Parcells. Still, he expects better in 2004. "That doesn't mean we'll win more games," Parcells said. "That just means I think from head to toe that we have a chance to be better. I really believe that." Wide receiver Keyshawn Johnson, who had two of his Pro Bowl seasons for Parcells while with the New York Jets, came to Dallas in a trade with Tampa Bay. Vinny Testaverde was reunited with his old coach last week, leaving the Jets as a free agent. The 40-year-old quarterback will compete for the starting job with incumbent Quincy Carter and serve as a mentor to Drew Henson, who was added this spring after he quit professional baseball. "These guys that were here last year, they've already bought into it. From that alone, we'll be a better team," running back Richie Anderson said. "We already know what to expect. He's not going to allow certain things to happen or go on." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nl5xsk1 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 As anti-PC as I am, I really don't see how prefacing your statement with "no disrepect meant" is supposed to make something acceptable. Although, the world would be a better place if you could say or do anything you wanted as long as you stressed - in advance - that you weren't trying to be disrepectful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slayer 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Does the remark have to be tested by a focus group before it gets the offensive-stamp-of-approval? Remember that episode of South Park where they tested the offensiveness of certain words by hooking up a focus group to some machine? That's what I picture, except with the focus group having every possible minority representation Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gert T 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 That homo needs to watch what he says...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Salacious Crumb Report post Posted June 8, 2004 I'm sure ESPN will completely ignore this since he's one of their golden boys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkktookmybabyaway 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 I never saw Bill's trick plays as Asian, ever ... ever... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slayer 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 A little kid walked up to me and asked if it was okay for Parcells to run trick plays... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest FrigidSoul Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Maybe these plays involve Dat Nguyen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest MikeSC Report post Posted June 8, 2004 I never saw Bill's trick plays as Asian, ever ... ever... Is it OK for Asians to play for Bill? -=Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkktookmybabyaway 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 I bet those plays must be hell for the athletes to learn -- they all probably look alike... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest MikeSC Report post Posted June 8, 2004 I bet those plays must be hell for the athletes to learn -- they all probably look alike... [berman]"He hands off to Bettis and...HERE COME THE PLANES! THE BOMBS ARE GOING DOWN, DOWN, DOWN, DOWN, DOWN AND HE'S GOING BACK BACK BACK BACK BACK!"[/berman] [irvin]"You know, they have a point."[/irvin] -=Mike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Agent_Bond34 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 That homo needs to watch what he says...... Now that is fucking funny. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Maybe these plays involve Dat Nguyen Only on Blitz plays Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest pinnacleofallthingsmanly Report post Posted June 8, 2004 If you know something might offend someone, why say it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Vitamin X Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Maybe these plays involve Dat Nguyen Only on Blitz plays I thought that would be on plays involving [insert random Cowboy of German descent here]? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gert T 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 If you know something might offend someone, why say it? Exactly, especially something as inconsequencial to the media as some plays and what they are called. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Czech Republic 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Vinny Testaverde will make the plays run on time in Dallas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobobrazil1984 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 well I've known "jap" is considered a racial slur, and its not like i'm some super-smart dude, so I dont know where 'potentialy offensive' came from. i figured its common knowledge, just like 'spic' or 'nigger'. Sounds moreso like general stupdity/ignorance though rather than any kind of racism (after all, if someones just stupid or ignorant of the world around em they might legit think 'what!? it's just a shortenening of japan(ese)' and legitimatly mean it). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Masked Man of Mystery 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 They talked quite a bit about this on my local sports talk station, and I agree with what one of the hosts said. What is offensive about this(recall from the Hirohito debacle, I am not Japanese) is the implication that he associates Japanese people with being sneaky and that this is used on the field. He implies that the whole team is associating Japanese people with being sneaky. It's like people thinking all Italian people are in the mob. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Redhawk Report post Posted June 9, 2004 I just read that the NFL won't fine Parcells. Did Shockey get fined last year for his "homo" remarks? I'm not saying people should be fined for saying stuff like that, but it's a bit inconsistent when the NFL says making offensive comments is okay, but talking about refs is an automatic fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Markme123 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 ... no disrespect for the Orientals, Holy shit that was funny... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nl5xsk1 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 I just read that the NFL won't fine Parcells. Did Shockey get fined last year for his "homo" remarks? I'm not saying people should be fined for saying stuff like that, but it's a bit inconsistent when the NFL says making offensive comments is okay, but talking about refs is an automatic fine. It's obvious that Parcells statement was more thought-out and premeditated. Shockey was just being a loudmouth and whatever came out of his mouth came out. Parcells knew in advance that what he said might be considered offensive, took the time to say "no offense meant" and still said it. He had ample time to use a different expression ... would have calling them 'sneak plays' been so difficult?!? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Cerebus Report post Posted June 9, 2004 Wow, football reporters really have to work hard for decent stories during the off season eh? So Parcells used "Jap" in reference to sneaky plays, anyone heard of this play? As a devout Catholic, I take great offense that the NFL would trivalize one of our holiest of prayers to a mere football play. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slayer 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 Wow, football reporters really have to work hard for decent stories during the off season eh? So Parcells used "Jap" in reference to sneaky plays, anyone heard of this play? As a devout Catholic, I take great offense that the NFL would trivalize one of our holiest of prayers to a mere football play. Just pull a Jim McMahon and rename it "The Pass to Save the Game" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
