Clinton Portis defends dog fighting

[MDC 7,461]

ORTIS SUPPORTS VICK

 

Redskins running back Clinton Portis and left tackle Chris Samuels have spoken out in support of Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, who currently is caught up in a dog-fighting investigation.

 

But they're not saying that Vick is innocent. Per Portis, it's no big deal if Vick is guilty.

 

"I don't know if he was fighting dogs or not, but it's his property, it's his dog," Portis told WAVY-TV. "If that's what he wants to do, do it."

 

As Portis spoke, Samuels started laughing, and at one point raised his eyebrows with (as we interpret it) an "oh sh-t I can't believe he's saying this" look on his face.

 

"I think people should mind their business," Portis added.

 

In response to the question of whether dog-fighting is prevalent in the NFL and the NBA, Portis said, "I mean it's prevalent in life. . . . I'm from Laurel, Mississippi. I know a lot of back roads that got the dog fight if you want to go see it."

 

Um, we're not licensed to practice law in Virginia, but we don't think that the Commonwealth has formally recognized the defenses of "everybody does it" or "if it's behind closed doors, it's okay."

 

And if we didn't know better (and, actually, we don't), we'd be inclined to wonder whether Portis has been to a few of those dog fights in Laurel, Mississippi.

 

Or in Surry County, Virginia.

 

And Clinton's comments provide even more reason to believe that Ray Buchanan said what Chris Landry said he said about Vick and dog fighting. The lesson here is that current and former NFL players look out for each other, no matter how ridiculous they look or sound when doing so.

 

Need more evidence that Portis should be ignored on this point? He refers to Vick as a "positive role model." We need to know whether Clinton gave Mike this label for giving the middle finger to the home fans (including kids) or giving the STD to the ex-girlfriend. Or maybe he's referring to the water bottle thing. There are just so many positive things from which to choose.

 

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[famousb 11]

fock Portis, if he thinks it's ok to have dog fighting... starve both him and D!ck, i mean Vick, put 'em in a cage, and the last one living can eat the corn out of my sh!t.

[piece of work 0]

no a tree hugger here but that dog fighting aint right. looks like pure pain and anyone that enjoys it must have a past that was very sick ............. god bless you all if you find pleasure in this.

 

 

damn...?????????

[yostevo 0]

countdown till Redskin organization forced apology in 5,4,3,2.............

[Some Guy 0]

Anybody remember Portis' score on the Wonderlic? What an IDIOT! He probably also thinks he's getting to carry the full load this year.

[G-in O-town 0]

Put this in the Vick thread, but better suited here. Check out Samuels reaction too on this video.

 

Portis your joking, right.

[redtodd 7]

Focking idiot.

 

I'm not drafting him now.

[Phurfur 70]

The problem with stupid people is they are not smart enough to know they are stupid.

[jocstrap 8]

...besides the fact it's illegal - -

 

"people should mind their own business"

[Foghorn Leghorn 0]

The problem with stupid people is they are not smart enough to know they are stupid.

 

Well put.

[Raider 84 29]

= Portis

[Ron B 0]

What an idiot...ha ha...

[piece of work 0]

????

 

its better to stay silent than open your mouth and remove all doubt that you are a dumbarse.

[Little Big Head 6]

wow, i never realized just how stupid Portis was until i read those comments

[Riddlen 1]

Focking idiot.

 

I'm not drafting him now.

SARCASTIC RIGHT?

 

holy crap, that reporter is as big as samuels

[Vikings4ever 550]

[Apu Nahasapeemapetilon 0]

Wow, Portis is even dumber than I thought. Even more reason for Betts to be the starter.

[HenryChinaski 1]

Umm yeah let me bench my superstar running back because he condones dog fighting.

 

Yeah right, people.

 

Personally, I do think dog fighting is wrong. But to let that have any say on who starts on your fantasy or real football team, give me a break.

[canada1 0]

Maybe it wasn't portis... he might have been in character? Hi my name is "Dog Abuser Jerome" and dog fighting is okay! ..... What a stupid douche bag he must be..... It must not be easy going through life dumb as a fence post.... at least he can run a sweep like nobodies business...

 

Go Betts Go !!!

 

I hope you tear an ACL Portis !!!!

[kmswim03 0]

Maybe it wasn't portis... he might have been in character? Hi my name is "Dog Abuser Jerome" and dog fighting is okay! ..... What a stupid douche bag he must be..... It must not be easy going through life dumb as a fence post.... at least he can run a sweep like nobodies business...

 

Go Betts Go !!!

 

I hope you tear an ACL Portis !!!!

 

I like how you criticize Portis because G/d forbid he is okay with dogs getting scratched up a bit, but then you are perfectly okay with wishing a torn ACL upon another human being.

 

Classy.

[Super Cubs 154]

Getting scratched up a bit? Have you ever seen two random dogs get in it. Then you add the people factor to it. Do you know what ends a dog fight? Its more than getting scratched up a bit.

[canada1 0]

I like how you criticize Portis because G/d forbid he is okay with dogs getting scratched up a bit, but then you are perfectly okay with wishing a torn ACL upon another human being.

 

Classy.

 

 

I never wished he would die like the dogs he says its okay to watch fight, and if you have ever seen this sort of stuff on tv undercover video, many dogs do die it is brutal....

 

Just a career threatening injury for that POS is good enough for me

[nobody 2,687]

Someone should explain to Clinton, that dogs are living creatures that feel pain just like a human person does, and inflicting pain on a living creature for the purpose of sport is morally wrong.

[Raider 84 29]

Betts

[49ER MAN 0]

I like how you criticize Portis because G/d forbid he is okay with dogs getting scratched up a bit, but then you are perfectly okay with wishing a torn ACL upon another human being.

 

Classy.

 

[MDC 7,461]

I like how you criticize Portis because G/d forbid he is okay with dogs getting scratched up a bit, but then you are perfectly okay with wishing a torn ACL upon another human being.

 

Classy.

 

I wouldn't wish a torn ACL on Portis but you're really understating it to say dogs get "scratched up a bit" from dogfighting. Usually they're malnourished, fed things like tobasco or beaten to make them mean, and the dogs typically end up maimed or killed. It is sick and cruel to take two animals that don't know what they're doing and force them to kill each other.

[49ER MAN 0]

I'm not really sure what Portis was thinking when he made these comments. Makes you wonder...

[Eagles Green 34]

 

What an ass.

 

Portis is as smart as he is durable.

[Parkers99 0]

Is anyone surprised by this? Newsflash: Portis is not smart

 

If Portis hadn't been blessed athletically, he'd be working at a carwash... the guy's just not all there. His "characters" display the creativity, wit & intelligence of a fourth grade child.

[Melissa Stark 1]

And how did he ever manage to get by collge, makes you wonder.

[Turbodog 0]

Laws against dog fighting are stupid. It's because you people have emotional ties to your dogs. Some people don't. You kill animals every day for your enjoyment when you order that steak or hamburger. You could easily eat soy and oat and be healthier. Why do you order beef? Because you enjoy it. They enjoy watching them fight. What's the difference?

 

There isn't, an animal dies and a person gets something they enjoy.

 

It's hypocracy. I agree 100% with Mr. Portis. America is a free country and you should be free to do what you wish as long as no person is hurt by it. Which in this case, obviously, no person is.

 

I would never dream of hurting an animal in this way, and I wouldn't enjoy watching dog's fight. But that's my choice, and everyone should be allowed to make their own choices.

[Jarvis Basnight 119]

Laws against dog fighting are stupid. It's because you people have emotional ties to your dogs. Some people don't. You kill animals every day for your enjoyment when you order that steak or hamburger. You could easily eat soy and oat and be healthier. Why do you order beef? Because you enjoy it. They enjoy watching them fight. What's the difference?

 

There isn't, an animal dies and a person gets something they enjoy.

 

It's hypocracy. I agree 100% with Mr. Portis. America is a free country and you should be free to do what you wish as long as no person is hurt by it. Which in this case, obviously, no person is.

 

I would never dream of hurting an animal in this way, and I wouldn't enjoy watching dog's fight. But that's my choice, and everyone should be allowed to make their own choices.

 

I disagree completely. Apples and oranges. Eating animals vs. making them fight for our enjoyment is not a good comparison at all.

 

"eat soy and oat"......please.

[Turbodog 0]

You are forcing your morals on someone else, when their actions have no impact on you. It isn't right.

[Jarvis Basnight 119]

You are forcing your morals on someone else, when their actions have no impact on you. It isn't right.

 

 

I didn't force morals on anyone. I just think your comparisons are ridiculous.

[Franknbeans 46]

so does Clinton have a dog in this fight?

[Turbodog 0]

Why? Because you dont have to see the cow get a pointed hammer to the head to get your steak?

[Jarvis Basnight 119]

Why? Because you dont have to see the cow get a pointed hammer to the head to get your steak?

 

Meat from animals is a source of food and life for people across the world, dogfighting is entertainment only. Again, your comparison is ridiculous.

[Turbodog 0]

Meat from animals is a source of food and life for people across the world, dogfighting is entertainment only. Again, your comparison is ridiculous.

 

Like i said, you could get nutrition from soy and wheat. You eat meat because you enjoy it. If you weren't a complete hypocrit, you would value a cow's life as much as fido's and not want it dying for your enjoyment either.

[Jarvis Basnight 119]

Like i said, you could get nutrition from soy and wheat. You eat meat because you enjoy it. If you weren't a complete hypocrit, you would value a cow's life as much as fido's and not want it dying for your enjoyment either.

 

You're arguing just to argue. Meat is a source of life around the world....not because people enjoy it so much.....but because it's readily available.

 

At no point in my past posts have I said I'm a major meat eater and against soy and wheat. And at no point have I ever stated I was against using animals for entertainment either.

 

You're looking for something that's not there. I'm just stating the facts and I'll stand by it. Your attempted comparisons fail.

 

I'm done with this now. Call me whatever you want. Have a great day.

[Sho Nuff 720]

Like i said, you could get nutrition from soy and wheat. You eat meat because you enjoy it. If you weren't a complete hypocrit, you would value a cow's life as much as fido's and not want it dying for your enjoyment either.

 

Before it dies a cow is well fed, well taken care of and so on. They are not beaten, malnourished, fed a bunch of crap...and so on.

 

As others have said, your comparison is a bit off base.