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Re: Released in 2016, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 11:53 am
by Boris13c
note in regards to thread title - Gould was actually released in 2016

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 11:58 am
by UOK
Dunno where I got 2012 from. Still waking up I guess.

Re: Bears release K Robbie Gould

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 12:04 pm
by Bad Flanders
Bad Flanders wrote:dumb...

A couple bad kicking games in years has just become a guarantee of bad kicking at least a couple times a year.
I would just like to point out that everyone should listen to me all the time! ;)

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 12:43 pm
by Bad Flanders
And I stand by Robbie's stats also. He didn't suck, he sucked for Robbie Gould, which still made him better than all but the most consistent kickers.

2015, his last year here, he kicked 33 field goals that year - 4th in the league. He kicked 7 longer than 50 yards - FIRST in the league.
Yes, his average was 84.6% in 2015, below his career avg with the Bears of 85.4%. But he was still working back from a major injury in 2014.

Perspective - Kevin Butler's best year EVER was 85 when he was 83.8%!

Gould's worst year was 2014, he was injured, he made 9 out of 12 for 75%... Still better than Butler's CAREER avg of 73.4%.

Except for Mike Nugent hitting 4 for 4, we haven't had ONE kicker top 75% since Gould left and that was Gould's worst mark.

And they had money when they cut him, yeah he was the second highest paid kicker but the money was there. It WAS a bad call at the time and it's a bad call to not try everything to get him back here to finish it all up. Kicking and punting can affect games drastically and the highest paid players in those positions make next to nothing compared to other positions, it's a bargain to invest more money there for the best players.

The biggest thing I worry about is that everyone said Lynch made Pace look bad in the trade for #2 (where we got Mitch) and in hindsight everyone says it's now Lynch that looks bad. I'm not sure Lynch is willing to risk his rep more by letting Gould go and having the Niners lose games the way the Bears lost games last year.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 1:48 pm
by Boris13c
11/13/2005 - Robbie Gould's wind blown wild assed miss that took a hard right turn not long after leaving his foot ... Cedric Butthead Benson getting hurt ... Nathan Vasher's 108 yard missed FG return ... 4 fumbled punts by Bobby Wade (3 recovered by the 49ers) which was more because he sucked than anything to do with the wind

that game had a bit of everything

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71lVuGJWimY" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 3:05 pm
by wab
I wouldn't say Bobby Wade sucked.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 3:27 pm
by Boris13c
wab wrote:I wouldn't say Bobby Wade sucked.

he did as a punt returner which was the main reason he got cut

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 4:06 pm
by AZ_Bearfan
I'll always remember that game. I watched it in Maui and didn't realize how many Hawaiians are 49er fans. There were about 35 giant dudes in 49ers jerseys and me in my Urlacher jersey. Those guys were all so friendly and we had a blast watching that game in those crazy windy conditions.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 4:19 pm
by Bad Flanders
the kick during that windy game is almost unbelievable without the video... the angle it turned doesn't seem possible

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed Apr 24, 2019 4:45 pm
by The Marshall Plan
wab wrote:I wouldn't say Bobby Wade sucked.
I wouldn't either. A side benefit of that 49'ers game hopefully was the drafting of Devin Hester in 2006.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2019 10:02 am
by malk
I don't know if I'm projecting some mad hope but I get the feeling that Gould would take a significant home town discount. Chance of wins, being near his family etc. Pace doesn't strike me as someone who would really turn the screws on a contract when he has leverage but something amicable could well be in order.

And whilst I'm not normally a fan of paying kickers, we're in our window and he's a fan favourite. Strikes me as someone who would fit right in with what Nagy is building.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2019 12:43 pm
by Knuckles
I was a huge Gould fan but I understood why the Bears parted ways with him at the time. But, we're really a kicker away from going at least to the second round of the playoffs if not further. If Gould was here last year I'm 99% positive he nails that kick. If they can get him on a discount for 2-3 years I would be ok with that.

The thing I can see holding the Bears back is his kickoffs... That alone might warrant a discount.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2019 12:55 pm
by wab
The thing to also consider, is that the Bears just brought in 3 kickers. On the surface that might not mean anything, but I can see the Bears at least seeing what they have in those guys in minicamp before making a trade for Gould.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2019 5:03 pm
by Umbali
When you bumped this thread I scrolled through it thinking I would find me screaming and hollering. I remember being very upset and my daughter who I raised as a Bears fan was heartbroken. Robbie was so important during a time when our D dominated and our Offense was meh. I was surprised that I didnt vent here. I guess the alcohol worked lol.

I would love Robbie back if its for a 6th or 7th next year and a very friendly contract. I would be afraid of wanting him so bad then him declining lol. Thats just pure pessimistic Bears fan being afraid lol.

My thoughts are also based on who we have signed and not being impressed with them at all.

Screw it get Robbie back! lol

I am so wishy washy lol

Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Fri Apr 26, 2019 7:16 am
by BR0D1E86
https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status ... 15712?s=20

Not sure what else he would say, but relevant to the topic anyway.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sat Apr 27, 2019 10:53 am
by Rusty Trombagent
wab wrote:The thing to also consider, is that the Bears just brought in 3 kickers. On the surface that might not mean anything, but I can see the Bears at least seeing what they have in those guys in minicamp before making a trade for Gould.
and chicago is going to be a top destination for udfa kickers knowing the spot is 100% up for grabs. i miss robbie and absolutely hate that we let him go, but it is what it is and i just dont see him coming back.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sat Apr 27, 2019 11:03 am
by G08
There's no guarantee, either, that Robbie Gould is going to be as good as he ever was in Chicago.

I'm glad us cutting him made him work harder at his craft, but what makes me think he won't come here and slack off again?

Don't get me wrong, I'd love to have him here if the price is right and it doesn't cost us a draft pick.

Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sat Apr 27, 2019 1:41 pm
by BR0D1E86
No need for Gould, Cohen is going to solve our kicker problem...

https://twitter.com/markgrotesports/sta ... 53825?s=20

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sat Apr 27, 2019 2:52 pm
by AZ_Bearfan
That's great

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sat Apr 27, 2019 6:49 pm
by Mikefive
wab wrote:The thing to also consider, is that the Bears just brought in 3 kickers. On the surface that might not mean anything, but I can see the Bears at least seeing what they have in those guys in minicamp before making a trade for Gould.
I'm going with... If Robbie Gould comes available... and I keep hearing in the media that off the record, Robbie wants out of SF in the worst way, so he can be closer to his family, who lives in Chicago... Ryan Pace would dump 2 of the signed PKs immediately and bring the leftover to camp as purely injury protection. It would be the no brainer of all no brainers.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sun Apr 28, 2019 9:16 am
by jamus34
Even Gould at 90% of his ability is 130% better than the steaming piles we've brought in since cutting him.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed May 01, 2019 8:22 am
by Boris13c
With Gould Off Limits Until Further Notice, Bears Sign Baron And Expand Their Kicking Competition
It’s going to be fascinating to see who is kicking for the Bears when they face the Packers to start the 2019 season.

While they will continue to play the long game for Robbie Gould, the Bears are going to unusual lengths to line up an inexpensive alternative to fill their void at kicker. They would love to identify an option that would spare them the expense and difficulty of the deal-making necessary to land Gould or another proven specialist.

Cody Parkey, who was released after missing a game-winning field goal attempt in the 16-15 playoff loss to the Eagles, is due $3.5 million after earning $5.5 million in salary and bonus last season. He carries a $4,062,500 cap hit for 2019. To replace him with Gould or another veteran would represent the most a team has ever committed to the kicking position.

Would the Bears go to such lengths to assure special teams will not hinder a team with Super Bowl potential? That’s unclear for now, as the 49ers say they aren’t willing to move Gould, who has demanded a trade.

The Bears hope they can find an attractive option among a large group of kickers they have signed to non-guaranteed contracts. General Manager Ryan Pace said he considered kickers in the draft but in the end opted only to sign San Diego State’s John Baron II after the draft ended on Saturday. He’s the fourth recent college product signed since Parkey was cut.

“Maybe it’s a little unorthodox to have four kickers out there,’’ Pace told reporters after the draft. “We don’t care. Let’s increase the competition and let’s let the whole thing battle out. We’re unbiased on it. Our eyes are wide open. If we need to add a veteran, we’re going to do whatever we can to get that situation right. We know the importance of it, and that’s why we’re attacking it in such an aggressive manner.’’

The Bears will actually work with at least eight kickers in workouts before training camp opens. They had previously signed Elliott Fry, Chris Blewitt and Redford Jones to non-guaranteed contracts after tryouts, and in addition to Baron they also reached agreements to bring four other kickers in for post-draft looks.

That group includes two of the top kickers in the Big Ten last year, Minnesota’s Emmit Carpenter and Purdue’s Spencer Evans. Minnesota State’s Casey Bednarski, a wild card who hit a 63-yarder for the Division II school and has made from 70 in practice, and McNeese State’s Alex Kjellsten, who was blocked by another field-goal kicker on his team but stood out on punts and kickoffs, also will be in the mix.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Fri May 03, 2019 8:39 pm
by Leeds Bear
I do understand people clamouring for him to come back...but it’s based purely on having had our dreams shattered by someone completely inept.

I’m a big believer in never going back. There’s no guarantee things would be the same again if Gould came back, and people have short memories...he did cost us games the season we let him go. Yes he’d been phenomenal in the past and seems to have Chicago in his heart. But He’d lost his mojo and was costing a fair whack. Letting him go at the time was the right thing to do.

It sounds like a nice story to bring him back and he kicks the OT game winner to take us to the Superbowl.

But I can’t see that happening. And the cost isn’t worth it.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sun May 05, 2019 3:04 pm
by Mikefive
Leeds Bear wrote:I do understand people clamouring for him to come back...but it’s based purely on having had our dreams shattered by someone completely inept.

I’m a big believer in never going back. There’s no guarantee things would be the same again if Gould came back, and people have short memories...he did cost us games the season we let him go. Yes he’d been phenomenal in the past and seems to have Chicago in his heart. But He’d lost his mojo and was costing a fair whack. Letting him go at the time was the right thing to do.

It sounds like a nice story to bring him back and he kicks the OT game winner to take us to the Superbowl.

But I can’t see that happening. And the cost isn’t worth it.
Welcome!

However, this sounds like words from someone who hasn't seen the latest chapter of the Gould story. Getting cut made him reexamine his game, refocus and produce at the highest level since then. There's a very good reason why SF franchise tagged him. Further, his family has been in Chicago even after his contract was terminated. So there's every reason to believe that he'd give Pace a home town discount. You may be right that it isn't happening. But wanting Gould back isn't just sentimentality.

Even so, welcome to our board! :-)

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Fri May 10, 2019 7:45 am
by Bears Whiskey Nut
Mikefive wrote:
Leeds Bear wrote:I do understand people clamouring for him to come back...but it’s based purely on having had our dreams shattered by someone completely inept.

I’m a big believer in never going back. There’s no guarantee things would be the same again if Gould came back, and people have short memories...he did cost us games the season we let him go. Yes he’d been phenomenal in the past and seems to have Chicago in his heart. But He’d lost his mojo and was costing a fair whack. Letting him go at the time was the right thing to do.

It sounds like a nice story to bring him back and he kicks the OT game winner to take us to the Superbowl.

But I can’t see that happening. And the cost isn’t worth it.
Welcome!

However, this sounds like words from someone who hasn't seen the latest chapter of the Gould story. Getting cut made him reexamine his game, refocus and produce at the highest level since then. There's a very good reason why SF franchise tagged him. Further, his family has been in Chicago even after his contract was terminated. So there's every reason to believe that he'd give Pace a home town discount. You may be right that it isn't happening. But wanting Gould back isn't just sentimentality.

Even so, welcome to our board! :-)
I'm gonna have to agree with the newbie here. There is no reason to go back to Gould, except sentimentality. If we can find a young kicker that is 90% as good as Gould is right now, we would still be ahead, because we wouldn't be committing $8M+ to a kicker. A kicker. You can't do that in today's NFL. There is so much you can do in the NFL with $3M - $4M in cap space. By signing Gould, you'd be throwing that away.

Subsequently, I believe that is the exact reason they went out and traded for Piniero. He fits the mold of what I'm talking about perfectly. But I'm confident that he has the potential to be 110% of what Gould has been.

Welcome Leeds Bear!!

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Fri May 10, 2019 12:16 pm
by DaSuperfan
I thought the Eddy Pineiro trade was interesting. I do think he's the best kicking talent they've brought in and has the inside track of winning the job. He's young and has a big leg, seems accurate too. Has a soccer background and did win the Oakland kicking job last year before he had a random groin injury that landed him on IR.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sat May 11, 2019 2:35 am
by Leeds Bear
Bears Whiskey Nut wrote:
Mikefive wrote:
Leeds Bear wrote:I do understand people clamouring for him to come back...but it’s based purely on having had our dreams shattered by someone completely inept.

I’m a big believer in never going back. There’s no guarantee things would be the same again if Gould came back, and people have short memories...he did cost us games the season we let him go. Yes he’d been phenomenal in the past and seems to have Chicago in his heart. But He’d lost his mojo and was costing a fair whack. Letting him go at the time was the right thing to do.

It sounds like a nice story to bring him back and he kicks the OT game winner to take us to the Superbowl.

But I can’t see that happening. And the cost isn’t worth it.
Welcome!

However, this sounds like words from someone who hasn't seen the latest chapter of the Gould story. Getting cut made him reexamine his game, refocus and produce at the highest level since then. There's a very good reason why SF franchise tagged him. Further, his family has been in Chicago even after his contract was terminated. So there's every reason to believe that he'd give Pace a home town discount. You may be right that it isn't happening. But wanting Gould back isn't just sentimentality.

Even so, welcome to our board! :-)
I'm gonna have to agree with the newbie here. There is no reason to go back to Gould, except sentimentality. If we can find a young kicker that is 90% as good as Gould is right now, we would still be ahead, because we wouldn't be committing $8M+ to a kicker. A kicker. You can't do that in today's NFL. There is so much you can do in the NFL with $3M - $4M in cap space. By signing Gould, you'd be throwing that away.

Subsequently, I believe that is the exact reason they went out and traded for Piniero. He fits the mold of what I'm talking about perfectly. But I'm confident that he has the potential to be 110% of what Gould has been.

Welcome Leeds Bear!!
Thanks for the welcome, and you Mikefive. I’m not actually that new; registered years ago but forgot my login details!!! I’ve observed every day since then so feel like I know certain posters anyway; apologies if that seems a bit voyeuristic

I guess my point wasn’t about talent levels of players; more that the guarantee isn’t there, no matter how good Gould was once he left. Parkey was good once. And he might be again. The big issue here is we’re gonna be paying for Parkey AND a new kicker - if that had been Gould, it wouldn’t have been cheap. Maybe I’m biased because I remember wanting him gone after he’d missed those gimmes the year he went (fickle I know) but he’s 37 and been kicking in more favourable conditions since he left. The list of players that return to their first clubs, in any sport, and are as successful on their second stint will not be very long (and I have absolutely no statistical analysis to support that claim)

Anyway, with the signing of Piniero it might suggest the FO agree with me so...

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Sun May 19, 2019 7:10 pm
by Umbali
Leeds Bear wrote:I do understand people clamouring for him to come back...but it’s based purely on having had our dreams shattered by someone completely inept.

I’m a big believer in never going back. There’s no guarantee things would be the same again if Gould came back, and people have short memories...he did cost us games the season we let him go. Yes he’d been phenomenal in the past and seems to have Chicago in his heart. But He’d lost his mojo and was costing a fair whack. Letting him go at the time was the right thing to do.

It sounds like a nice story to bring him back and he kicks the OT game winner to take us to the Superbowl.

But I can’t see that happening. And the cost isn’t worth it.
I kind of sort of agree with the never going back idea...but meh its not conclusive. I dont base my feelings on Gould because of Parkey. I was so angry and so upset when Gould was let go. Not only as just a Bears fan for me, but also because as my daughter grew as a teenager she loved him and we sat and watched him many times be our go to guy. We were devasted when he was let go and then even worse when he became a forty whiner ( father in laws favorite team) and now that I live with my inlaws and take care of them I have to hear that stupid shit about how our kicker is his kicker now even tho he cant remember Goulds name . so yah....

Would i like him back? Hell yah, but not at the crazy price of 3 to 5 million while we are still paying Parkey.

At this stage all my hopes and dreams are with Piniero

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed May 22, 2019 6:01 pm
by Knuckles
If Gould can get out of the deal with SF then I see Pace jumping on it... If not I don't think Pace will trade anything for him unless we're game 5 in and whoever we have at kicker misses 3-4 already.

Having a vet like Gould who knows what it's like to kick here who's had great success in the past would make most fans feel good and more confident we don't see a disaster again like last year. Would be nice seeing him finish out his career here in Chicago.

Having said that the young guy Pineiro is an interesting option. Guy's leg is ridiculous... A strong leg like that you would think he could dive a ball through the wind in Chicago.

Re: Released in '16, back in '19? // Robbie Gould talk

Posted: Wed May 22, 2019 8:45 pm
by southdakbearfan
I would feel a ton better about whomever we had kicking if Dave Toub was still here. That one still stings, possibly more than cutting gould.