[BringBackWilkesboro]

Originally Posted by Bob Tanner

Normally I would agree with you.

However, if you know anything about Brad, there is more to the guy than just being your everyday jock who can't spell "cat" if you spot him the "C" and the "T". He'd be working a real job if he couldn't do things with a ball or swing a bat. That isn't Daugherty.

The kid grew up working on cars in his dad's garage. He was an authentic "motorhead" who happened to grow really tall and possessed a lot of nature athletic ability. He grew up owning various hot rods and says he really wanted to follow in Wendell Scott's footsteps but he got the B-ball scholarship to UNC.

In his last years in the NBA he became a part owner of the Alliance Training Olds driven by his old friend from childhood, Robert Pressley. When Robert left the team go try his luck in Cup, Daugherty lowered his involvement in racing.

Now he's back. He bought into JGR Racing and is actively involved. His old friend Pressley is the teams driving development guy.

No, I don't see Brad as ESPN's "token black" racing reporter. He's got a whole lot more depth than that. He's been around cars and racing his entire life, truly loves the sport and has a lot to offer.

In his case, and this is a rare one in today's sports TV, his high (no pun intended, even though he is...?6'8") visibility is justified.

Now see, I never knew most of that. That's why it's great having you around here, Bob. And his relationship with Robert Pressley explains why they want to work with Coleman.

[Bob Tanner]

Originally Posted by BringBackWilkesboro

Now see, I never knew most of that. That's why it's great having you around here, Bob. And his relationship with Robert Pressley explains why they want to work with Coleman.

For reference, all that was what I can remember from an interview they did with Brad several weeks ago on SIRIUS.

He said that if he hadn't have grown too tall to fit in a race car he probably would have become either a stock car driver or a drag racer. His father helped Robert built his first short track car for the Asheville track.

Daugherty's story reminds me of many of the kids I ran around with in the 50's. Maybe that's why I've become a Brad fan; he reminds me of my youth, something I don't see a lot of anymore. Know whut Ah meen, Vern?

[simple simon]

due to recent events i no longer believe the title of this thread to be accurate

Randy Moss is now involved in NASCAR and Moss is 100 times more visible then Daugherty

like Moss or not its just a simple fact

[Bob Tanner]

Originally Posted by simple simon

due to recent events i no longer believe the title of this thread to be accurate

Randy Moss is now involved in NASCAR and Moss is 100 times more visible then Daugherty

like Moss or not its just a simple fact

This might seem like a stupid question but is this Randy Moss person someone I should know of?

[simple simon]

Originally Posted by Bob Tanner

This might seem like a stupid question but is this Randy Moss person someone I should know of?

maybe not you personally .... but im willing to bet more people in the world know who Randy Moss is then people know who Brad Daugherty

[Bob Tanner]

Originally Posted by simple simon

maybe not you personally .... but im willing to bet more people in the world know who Randy Moss is then people know who Brad Daugherty

OK, who is he? I hate being in the dark. From how everyone in the media is so ga-ga, I assume he's in baseball?

[simple simon]

he is a very popular football player that just bought a truck team

[DodgeFB]

I saw Randy Moss for the first time in a clip talking about having his name on the hood. I am sure he is a splendid fellow. But I just never saw him before now.

Guess that is another sign of getting old huh?

[Bob Tanner]

Originally Posted by simple simon

maybe not you personally .... but im willing to bet more people in the world know who Randy Moss is then people know who Brad Daugherty

OK, Now I have another question, Simon. This is a ? to which I haven't the foggiest and I'll respect you opinion.

In you honest opinion, do you think this Moss guy is actually going to involved and stock car racing is a sport he actually gives a crap about? Or, do you think this is just a replay of Staubach's and What's-his-name's HOF Racing fiasco and the #50 BGN team several years back, owned by the track& field guy and his wife? Let me do some digging and I'll come up with their names, given a bit of time.

The BGN team disappeared after a couple years and HOF? Staubach and his buddy attended what? 2-3 races? I've seen these high-profile types make a big splash in NASCAR before and they usually fizzle. The big exception is Coach and he's been a gear head since he was a kid and his transition to racing was natural.

IF Moss the real deal or is just just another effort to make some publicity points? I'd be very interested in your opinion, Simon, my lad.

[2418jk]

He is more knowledgable than both rusty and jarrett. Especially Rusty.

[simple simon]

Originally Posted by Bob Tanner

OK, Now I have another question, Simon. This is a ? to which I haven't the foggiest and I'll respect you opinion.

well i appreciate that .... and at this moment i have no more idea then you .... it is a wait and see approach for both of us

i hope he sticks around .... to hear him talk about it, he will be in it for years ... but of course you never know

but at the moment how many non-NASCAR fans may watch a truck race because of his involvement ... again i will bet its more then watch because of Daugherty

[simple simon]

Originally Posted by 2418jk

He is more knowledgable than both rusty and jarrett. Especially Rusty.

how is that possible ?

last i checked he has never been in a car, let alone raced one ...... he may know the history and the ins and outs but he knows very little about actual racing imo

i have nothing against the man, i just dont agree with your statement

[Quality88]

Originally Posted by 2418jk

He is more knowledgable than both rusty and jarrett. Especially Rusty.

Gotta disagree big time with that considering Rusty and Dale both drove.

[wardfan]

My guess is he is finding a way to invest his money. Alot of athletes buy restaurants.

[Bob Tanner]

Originally Posted by Quality88

Gotta disagree big time with that considering Rusty and Dale both drove.

Not to mention each having a championship.

But, I can see where's he's coming from. Russell is kind of irritating and Jarrett has become a mouthpiece for the NASCAR company line. Every once in awhile Dale will say what he's actually believes but then he wakes up, realizes where he's at, and quiets down a bit.