Myron Cope RIP

[1899horn]

I was never a steeler fan growing up, and I absolutely detested the terrible towel, but as I got older I learned to really appreciate Myron Cope's insanely colorful commentary. I had the privilege of working at NFL Films for a spell, and it was always a treat to get the steeler radio calls because Cope was always waaay over the top. And we didn't want it any other way.

He will be missed.

 

[accuratehorn]

Not by any University of Texas fans who remember 1963, but why carry a grudge. RIP, butthead.

 

[TexasTower]

Truly one of the best at what he did.

 

[Sangre Naranjada]

Accuratehorn,
Care to elaborate, you old fart?

 

[MinnesotaHorn]

Sangre, Srr50's got a nice write-up here:

www.barkingcarnival.com/srr50/myron-cope-memories-of-1963

 

[accuratehorn]

That linked explained most of it, but not all. Cope led a group of eastern writers who actually had the nerve to associate the UT football team with the Kennedy assassination (just by being the state school of Texas), and stated this as a reason why everyone should support Navy against Texas in that game. You can't believe how mad everyone was from Darrell Royal on down to the most casual fan. Cope stirred up a hornet's nest prior to that game. I guess I will thank him for that at this point.

 

[TexasGolf]

Stillers!

 

[Sangre Naranjada]

That was a good piece by srr50. Thanks for the link.

 

[Bill in Sinton]

It was a good line. RIP.

 

[Bill in Sinton]

What is ironic it took at least two southern players (Terry Bradshaw and Mean Joe Green) to lead the Steelers to their first glory years in the 70s.

 

[ScoPro]

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[TheContractor]

I dont remember him but i know who he is being a Steelers fan!
RIP Myron.

STEELERS!

 

[cochamps]

Myron Cope

In addition to his jackassery, he had the most annoying voice ever. Not a big fan (obviously), but condolences to his family.

 

[TexasTower]

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[bullzak]

Hence, the sig.