So long, and thanks for all the fish...

by Brandon Worley on Jan 14, 2009 7:10 PM CST in News Comment 58 comments

About a year ago Dave posted a request for anyone interested in joining him as a writer for Blogging The Boys. I was a relative newcomer at the time having only been a member for about nine months, yet I still thought it worth a shot to send in my "resume." While I wasn't really expecting to get picked I still checked my email everyday hoping to get a reply back from Dave telling me one way or the other. I'm not too ashamed to admit that when I saw that email letting me know I was one of two chosen to help out I started jumping around like a fool. Everyone in my office thought I had gone crazy.

I cannot even begin to express how grateful I am for the opportunity I was given and how much fun I have had writing for the best Dallas Cowboys website on the web. My eyes have been opened to the difficulties in generating exciting and factual content for the multitude of Dallas fans out there, yet it was all worth it to see the gratitude expressed by those reading it. We have seen BTB grow over the past year to become the best it has ever been. Rafael and Raul are some of the best Cowboys writers in the nation and the merge with BSR was a momentous occasion for everyone here. I can only hope that my contributions have been fun to read and have helped spark conversation and debate about all aspects of the great Cowboys franchise.

One unexpected effect of writing for BTB was just how visible the website had become. Dave, Tuna Helper and myself have had articles and opinions featured on the New York Times website, as well as NBCSports.com, The Big Lead, Deadspin and have been linked to from all over the web. This has afforded me other opportunities to showcase my love for sports and writing in ways I never thought possible.

Three weeks ago I entered into negotiations with SB Nation to start my own blog and I am proud to say I was accepted.

Starting today, I am am the manager of the new Dallas Stars blog: Defending Big D.

What does this mean for my time here at BTB? Sadly, I will no longer be a full-time contributor. I will still do a guest article now and then (and I will finish my Top Ten!) as well as continue to produce the BTB Nationwide podcast. I will also still be a daily visitor here and will always jump in on the conversation to give my opinion. I still consider myself a part of the best Dallas Cowboys fan community on the web.

So, if you are a Dallas Stars fan and have been looking for a place to go and join others to talk about hockey, head on over to Defending Big D. My hope is to one day build as great a website and community that Dave has put together here at BTB.

Once again, I want to extend my sincere thanks to Dave for all he has done for not only myself but everyone here at BTB. There's no doubt I wouldn't have this new and great job if it weren't for him.

[Dave Halprin:] It's with a mixture of pride and sadness that I say goodbye to Brandon as a regular contributor to BTB. When he asked me about starting a Dallas Stars blog for SB Nation, I couldn't have been happier to support that effort. I know he will do just as good a job there as he did here. I want to thank Brandon for everything he's contributed to this blog. He's welcome back here anytime to join the conversation.

While I'm at it, I want to thank Tuna Helper for his contributions. He has a style all his own, a mixture of comedy, Cowboys and pop culture that was a refreshing breeze to the blog. Since Brandon was leaving and TH has been with the blog for close to a year, I thought now would be a good time to allow a couple of new guys a chance at the front-page. I'll be posting soon about BTB's search for new co-bloggers. Rafael and I will pick the winners so if you're interested, wait for my post and then be ready to put your name in the hat.

Thanks Brandon and TH, your efforts here are very much appreciated. And good luck on the new blog, Brandon.

Defending Big D.

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Mahalo Brandon

Your contributions here have been great and much appreciated, and we’ll miss you as a regular front page contributor.

Only best fortune in your new blogging endeavor!

by scottmaui on Jan 14, 2009 7:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

good luck man

hope the Stars blog becomes just as big as this one
i’ve enjoyed your writing definitely and look forward to the rest of your top ten.

"Aw Shucks" - Wade Phillips

by MrMinority on Jan 14, 2009 7:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for your work on the blog Brandon

and good luck with your new one

"Ask Philly was it hard tryin' a stop TO, he da main reason that the fans would come fo'."

by aussie_cowboy on Jan 14, 2009 7:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Congrats and Thanks

I’ve enjoyed reading your posts and wish you the best…if the Stars fans are as crazy and passionate as the guys on here, it should be fun.

"He has a peculiar felicity of expression." John Adams

by Jim Vance on Jan 14, 2009 7:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Good Luck Brandon!!

"Protect the Romo, Save the Cowboys!!"

by Wmillion on Jan 14, 2009 7:27 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Know what I just realized is hilarious?

Ed Werder covers the NFL for ESPN.

Ha! Werder covers TERRELL OWENS for BSPN. And poorly, at that.

by no1cowboysfan on Jan 15, 2009 1:31 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Yarrrr....

Too much whiskey and not enough perception. Wrong “reply”.

by no1cowboysfan on Jan 15, 2009 1:32 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Ed Werder - Dallas may release Owens

Here is the ESPN story:

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3833575

Good luck to you Brandon.

by tyler2 on Jan 14, 2009 7:56 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

that would be a step in the right direction

with respect to team chemistry. I agree with the team source that we’re becoming a lot like the Redskins.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jan 14, 2009 8:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

HAHAHAH

You believe Ed Werder…nice

by joey7289 on Jan 14, 2009 8:36 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I didn't say that

I said would be if true

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jan 14, 2009 8:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Fair point. lol

by joey7289 on Jan 14, 2009 8:42 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

-1

"Ask Philly was it hard tryin' a stop TO, he da main reason that the fans would come fo'."

by aussie_cowboy on Jan 14, 2009 9:31 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

A lot like the SKINS?

You should be hung for treason, sir. ;-)

by no1cowboysfan on Jan 15, 2009 1:29 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

that's hilarious.

i wonder if it’s Jerry feeding the media tidbits so the Cowboys stay relevant through the playoffs and Super Bowl.

by Joey2zs on Jan 14, 2009 10:21 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

So why again did you hijack this thread with more Owens nonsense?

……

by mhuff13 on Jan 15, 2009 12:22 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

we'll miss your posts Brandon

You did a tremendous job, your posts were well thought out and written and I’m happy for your new blog, best of luck dawg.

In Romo we Trust

by Terry on Jan 14, 2009 8:01 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Thank you Brandon

You always wrote with great passion, and your words and thoughts will be missed.

Way to go out with a Hitchhiker’s Guide reference!

In-YOUR-endo

by accidental innuendo on Jan 14, 2009 8:02 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Ha!!!

I hoped someone would get it.

Defending Big D: A Dallas Stars blog: easy to use, free to join.

by Brandon Worley on Jan 14, 2009 8:20 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Yes!

I thought I would be the first dork to mention it. Good luck in the future Brandon! And thanks for the Hitchhiker’s reference!

by GhettoBear04 on Jan 15, 2009 12:31 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I got here late, but big ups for the Hithchiker's reference

Lifetime Cowboys Fan from the Swamps of Jersey

by Seanrude on Jan 15, 2009 10:27 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Brandon

Good Luck on your new blog, although I am not a Stars fan, I’ll drop by from time to time to see how everything is. Best luck!

by joey7289 on Jan 14, 2009 8:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Best of luck Brandon

Cowboys fan since 1978.. I was 3 years old

by Mullin on Jan 14, 2009 8:39 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Best of luck and GREAT job, Brandon

I’m sure it wasn’t easy generating such quality stuff week-in and week-out. Good luck to you.

Duane Thomas, Calvin Hill, Tony Dorsett, Emmitt Smith ... and now BOTH Marion Barber and Felix Jones

by DalaiLuke on Jan 14, 2009 9:15 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Sad to see ya go....

but glad you’re getting your own blog. I know you’ll do great there :D

Come and whisper in my ear, give us dirty laundry - ESPN

by Nelson... on Jan 14, 2009 9:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Congrats Brandon

Too bad you have to write for the lousy Stars. :-)

by Mandmeisterx on Jan 14, 2009 9:35 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

ok

what are the dallas stars?

by Joey2zs on Jan 14, 2009 10:10 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

NHL (Hockey) team

by Mandmeisterx on Jan 14, 2009 10:15 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

ok

what’s that?

by Joey2zs on Jan 14, 2009 10:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Hockey?

by Mandmeisterx on Jan 14, 2009 10:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

hockey, eh?

i thought that was an urban myth. how interesting it’s alive and kicking. Good luck Brandon.

by Joey2zs on Jan 14, 2009 10:19 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Here's the proof.

Link
LOL

by Mandmeisterx on Jan 14, 2009 10:22 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

That cracked me up dude

Here’s the proof followed by a link to the history of hockey

by SLIDE 910 on Jan 15, 2009 1:40 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Cheers, Brando Commando

Always enjoy your very detailed and usually spot-on analysis.

by no1cowboysfan on Jan 14, 2009 10:17 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for all your hard work and contributions Brandon

I think SB Nation made a great choice for the new Stars blog. Continued success in your new venture!

T-New, shutting down WR's for Dallas since 2003

by APerfectStar on Jan 14, 2009 10:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Good Luck Man

Your posts will be missed. I just can’t see how your gonna keep yourself away from this blog come football season.

by witten82 on Jan 14, 2009 10:29 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Good luck with the new blog Brandon

Thanks for all you hard work here. We’ll miss it

by kameleon_o on Jan 14, 2009 10:33 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Awesome Brandon!

Congrats!

by sublimezg on Jan 14, 2009 10:36 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Stellar for you. Sux for us.

But I’m ecstatic for U, Brandon! Mucho Congrats, Man!

And Thanks For Your Superb Work!!!

I always enjoyed your perspective…

"I got a fever. And the only prescription is more cowbell." -- Bruce Dickinson

www.brainfriednetwork.com [NEWS/SPORTS/FOOTBALL]

by silverblue5 on Jan 14, 2009 10:54 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Nice Hitchiker's Guide Reference

Good luck with the new gig

'You can recognize true genius by this: all the dunces are in confederacy against you' - Sir Francis Bacon

by tdships on Jan 14, 2009 11:10 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

+42

by scottmaui on Jan 15, 2009 12:57 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

lol

"Ask Philly was it hard tryin' a stop TO, he da main reason that the fans would come fo'."

by aussie_cowboy on Jan 15, 2009 1:21 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Being new to BTB

I was taken aback by your article. Wow, what a way to break in. It seems that it steamrolled for you. Sweet. I’m always a little choked up when I see someone pursuing their dream, and proud to say I’m overcome with emotion when a person achieves their dream. Great job, Brandon. NOW BUCKLE DOWN AND GET TO WORK!!!! A man on the rise can’t afford to take his foot off the gas pedal.

Congratulations from the Wolf…

The gods are just, and of our pleasant vices make instruments to plague us.
William Shakespeare

by Lunging Wolf on Jan 14, 2009 11:40 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

So long Brandon. Best of luck. I always enjoyed reading your articles.

Take care

by Barrett14 on Jan 14, 2009 11:43 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Good luck in your newest endeavor

by Benthere on Jan 15, 2009 12:02 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

Good luck with the new blog!

by mhuff13 on Jan 15, 2009 12:23 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

bonne chance et bravo

Congratulation Brandon, you’ll be very missed on that blog. I agree with one of the post above, come next september we’ll hear from you! Hopefully :-)
Good luck and have a great time writing for the Stars. I’ll check your new blog once in a while and wish you success writing it.

by Helene on Jan 15, 2009 12:36 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

Congrats

Don’t forget to visit us here at BTB often

by quincyyyyy on Jan 15, 2009 12:43 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

GOOOO STARS!!!!!

Already joined the new blog Brandon. I love hockey. It’s the only sport I never played as a youth (outside of roller hockey….not too many frozen ponds in Texas), but somehow it’s my favorite sport to watch next to football. There is absolutely nothing more exciting than watching your team during the last 5 minutes of the 3rd period when the score is tied.

by SLIDE 910 on Jan 15, 2009 1:45 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

good times blowing you and everyone else out in FF....

even better times checking your perspective on all things cowboys. I suppose you to will have a link to the ticket so that folks can listen to the brenden morrow show w/ BaD radio?

by jacksastud on Jan 15, 2009 2:24 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

Good luck with the new blog Brandon.

Always enjoyed your stuff. I’m sure we will be seeing you around here often.
Now if we can just find Wade a job in hockey somewhere…..

by goat3000 on Jan 15, 2009 9:38 AM CST reply actions 0 recs

Jean Jacque Taylor

is on Dan Patrick’s show, and he kind of called out Ed Werder.
He said the Cowboys are nowhere close in making a decision on Owens, and he’s not even sure it’s being discussed or on the table right now. He said Werder was “uhhh… being a little, uh… speculative here with this "story.”

by Joey2zs on Jan 15, 2009 10:01 AM CST reply actions 0 recs