With all the Brett Favre to the Jets talk over the past several days, you probably missed out on the big "Brady Quinn goes to Chipotle story. Luckily, nothing gets past TheClevelandFan.com.
I recently had the opportunity to speak with Adam Sorbo, a 23-year-old Chipolte employee who had the pleasure of serving Cleveland Browns quarterback Brady Quinn this past Tuesday. Adam was kind enough to answer a few questions and talk us through his Brady Quinn/Chipolte experience.
Todd Seda: Hi Adam, how are you?
Sorbo: Aw man, I'm great, glad to be talking with you bro. I got some awesome stuff to share.
Todd Seda: Fantastic, let's get to. Brady Quinn came into your Middleburg Heights store this past Tuesday around lunchtime, correct?
Todd Seda: Yeah man, like around 2pm, you know, after practice in Berea. The whole thing is funny because literally, the night before I was playing with my franchise in Madden 08 and made the conscious decision to start Brady over Derek Anderson for the rest of the season. It turned out to be a good move because Quinn and the Browns went on to win the Super Bowl for me. Then, BAM, like 12 hours later I am awarded with the man himself.
Todd Seda: Was he with anyone?
Sorbo: Yeah, he had two other dudes with him, I didn't recognize either though, maybe his bros from college or something? Brady was definitely the leader of the group though, no doubt. He was wearing this awesome brown Hollister shirt and he had absolutely no hesitation about himself or what he was there to do. Some people come into Chipolte and kind of stroll around and take in the atmosphere for a while. Not Brady -- it was like he was on a mission. And as the server, man, you gotta be on your toes for a guy like that.
Todd Seda: Were you nervous?
Sorbo: Listen man, I'd be lying if I said I wasn't. I mean, when I took this job back in January I was told that Browns players have been known to stop by. In reality though, nothing prepares you for the actual thing. But what was I going to do? I couldn't run away, I had to stand strong and just focus on the task at hand.
Todd Seda: Did Brady say anything to you before he went into his order?
Sorbo: (laughing) Did he say anything to me? Oh man, let me tell you, this is when all my nerves were flushed away because not only did Brady say "what's up", but he also called me "chief" and made some solid eye contact. I mean, the guy has such a presence, such an ability to make you feel calm. I insanely felt the desire to take orders from him. Any orders. He could have told me to pour hot salsa in my eyes and I would've done it, no questions asked.
Todd Seda: So what did he get to eat?
Sorbo: He got a barbacoa burrito bowl with a side of tortillas. He didn't even have to look at the menu beforehand -- it was awesome. Then, when we got down to the end of the line he calmly asked for extra cheese. I replied "frig yeah dude," and gave him the thumbs up. I think that he said "thanks" back but I'm still not sure -- he may have just coughed.
Todd Seda: Did he get guac added on or any chips?
Sorbo: Nope, just the barbacoa burrito bowl, a side of tortillas, and a large drink. But really though, that meal, what he ordered is such an excellent choice. Such a smart choice. In fact, its the only thing I eat from Chipolte these days and I'm am even trying to get my manager to name it the "Bradycoa Special."
Todd Seda: Did he get his burrito bowl to go or did he and his friends dine in?
Sorbo: They left. When he was filling up his drink I ran out to the tables and started wiping all the best ones down, just in case he changed his mind and wanted to eat-in. I completely understood though, he probably had a really busy day.
Todd Seda: Did he say "goodbye" to you?
Sorbo: No, he did not. I waved as he walked out the door but I guess he just didn't see me, he was on his Blackberry and talking to his friend. I have no doubt in my mind though that if he would've seen me he would've waved back. He's that kind of guy, you know? Just an all around cool dude. Oh, and I almost forgot! When he paid for his food, he tossed all his change into the United Way glass box we have by the register. It was like 65 cents -- it was so cool. And you know, that's the kind of stuff you don't read about in the papers, that's just Brady being Brady.
Todd Seda: So it sounded like the experience was an all around positive one.
Sorbo: Dude, it was amazing. Its been one of the greatest things that's ever happened to me. I mean, you hear stories about how pro-athletes are crazy jerks, but honestly, Brady was one of the coolest people I've ever met. There was just something about him. I mean, I totally felt like I could have asked him what he was up to later on that night and he would have told me--and maybe even invited me along. And you know, I would've asked too but I just didn't want to come on too strong, you know. I wanted to lay some solid groundwork for any kind of future relationship.
Todd Seda: Future relationship?
Sorbo: Yeah man. I have already changed up all my hours so I work Tuesdays during lunch. Next time he comes in I think I am either going to attempt a high five or maybe even invite him to one of my cousin's house parties.
Todd Seda: Alright Adam, thanks for your time and sharing your story.
Sorbo: Anytime man. Go Browns. Go Brady.
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[TheClevelandFan.com]: An Interview With A Guy That Served Brady Quinn At Chipolte
We don't know if you've noticed, but Erin Andrews is pretty damn hot. So, it figures that she's probably used to hearing a bunch of crap from guys both on and off the clock. Normally, she's pretty professional, but in this interview with Joba Chamberlain, she let her emotions show, giving the Yankees pitcher a reaction normally reserved for drunken frat boys.
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[The Big Lead]: Erin Andrews Gives Joba Chamberlain the Eye Roll
Richard Zednik spoke to the media for the first time since his horrific, neck-slashing accident almost two weeks ago, stating he's ready to get back on the ice. It's some pretty impressive stuff considering it looked like he might not even make it out of the arena alive as he left a river of blood in his path following the injury.
I want everyone to know that I am recovering and feeling well and hope to return to the ice as soon as I feel medically fit," he said.
Zednik lost five pints of blood when he was accidentally sliced by the skate of teammate Olli Jokinen in a game against the Sabres.
The 32-year-old forward said he barely felt the skate slice into his carotid artery, but with blood gushing from his neck he knew he was in trouble. "I was like, Whoa. I knew I had to get to the bench."
He said it felt "like being stabbed and quickly realized it was serious".
He was discharged from Buffalo General Hospital a week ago and returned to South Florida. Zednik wants to play again as soon as possible, but it's doubtful he'll return this season.
Zednik said, "I was cut before on my face and I didn't feel it. This time it wasn't a cut, it was like a stab. I felt like somebody stabbed me. It wasn't the pain, it was more like 'What's going to happen?
Don't worry, you weren't the only person who felt like that. We believe the entire world was wondering about your fate. We don't pretend to be some huge hockey followers, but we are thrilled to hear of Zednik's recovery and we guarantee we'll be watching in awe when he returns to the ice for the first time.
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[CBS4.com]: Panthers' Zednik: "I Can't Wait To Be Back On Ice"
We always knew that it would be some nerdy white guy who'd go up to Sam Cassell and bust out the "E.T. vs. Gollum" question, but we just always hoped that it would be E.J. who `cowboyed up.' Did we really just say that?
Listen kid, we're no John Stossels or Geraldo Riveras (although we love the sweet `staches), but it might be good to extend your research beyond Wikipedia entries.
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[Our Book of Scrap]: Sam Cassell Asked Whether He Looks Like An Alien Or Golum
We don't know what's worse: the interviewer's questions or Ernie Sims' answers.
Not too long ago we brought you some of the highlights, or lowlights depending on how you look at it, from an interview with Detroit Lions wide receiver Roy Williams. Well, Detroit linebacker Ernie Sims went on the same radio station earlier in the week and, of course, the interview quickly deteriorated from the Xs and Os of football to crotches. Yup, crotches.
On the rip in Tatum Bell's pants during the Bears game: (Laughs) I think they mentioned it on the sidelines, but we were so tied up to the game somebody mentioned it, we were so tied up to the game listening to the coaches and trying to get all of our adjustments on the sidelines, that, when I watch the big screen I really couldn't point it out. I knew that he had it though.
When you're watching film, will this come up: We might joke around about it, but it's not a big deal. He was just out there playing ball and it just so happened that one of the guys tried to rip his pants off.
On why football players don't wear jock straps: When we were little kids like in pee wee football they used to make us wear jock straps. As we got older in high school, some kids wore them - I didn't wear them in high school. In college pretty much nobody wore them. It's just the type of thing that, I've got hit in the jewels before but it's just that it doesn't happen that much, so you don't need to wear it.
Are you worried about an injury in "that" area: Nine times out of 10, you'll end up messing up something else. Seriously, you rarely ever hurt that area. It's the type of thing where if you play hard, if you play wall to wall and ball to ball you don't have to worry about it.
"Ball to ball"??? We sure hope that isn't some new team-building exercise Rod Marinelli's got going.
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[Freep.com]: Lions linebacker Ernie Sims on making plays, kicking to Devin Hester, jock straps
Besides being good for a few spectacular plays a game, Roy Williams is also known for being rather forthcoming in his opinions. He's never had a problem with telling like he thinks it is. Of course, he's had to eat some crow over some of his comments. We've heard him talk about how prolific his offense was even when it wasn't and it appears that he's even rubbed off on his quarterback who is now guaranteeing ten victories this year.
While we love hearing players talk football, which he did in this radio interview, we really love hearing the behind the scenes stuff. Like how Williams freely admits that he's a cheap bastard.
On being cheap: I am cheap, I'm a cheap date. Get you some McDonalds, with some cheese on it and I'm just really cheap, man. I'm very low key, I like to stay home. I like to go bowling on Monday nights and I go to the casino every once and awhile. Other than that, you won't see Mr. Williams out at all.
On what he plays at the casino: I'm a craps and blackjack guy. I like to throw the dice a little bit. If that doesn't work out, I'll take it to the cards.
You do tip the pizza guy? There's no such thing as a tip. But I am really polite and I say `Thank you sir.' ... The pizza man knows, when he comes to my address, he's coming for free.
If you're on a date and she wants to go to a nice place, what do you do? I might just take her to the casino and get her a free buffet. If I did take a date out to a nice place, I'd take her to a nice place, like a Red Lobster or something. It wouldn't be Morton's or nothing like that.
Hey, the way we see it, Roy just totally up'd our stock on the meat market. If a millionaire says there is no such thing as a tip and Red Lobster is considered "a nice place," then we're pretty much the most eligible bachelors in town.
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[Freep.com]: Roy Williams comments on the Bears and why he doesn't tip the pizza guy
Sure, Terrell Owens is fun to watch play; after all, you never know if he's going to blow up for 150 yards and a trio of TDs or just plain blow up on an assistant coach. But we really love listening to TO yap about football. Yup, we just loves us some TO.
Owens even delved into the taboo topic of dogfighting, saying he attended one "when I was younger."
"Being from the South, that's something that's very prevalent in that area," he said.
Later, he compared dogfighting to hunting deer: "They cut their heads off and they go to mount them on the wall. And they are animals as well. I don't see a big difference in the situation.
Wait, did say that we loves us some TO? That was when he was saying things like "Get your popcorn ready with a little extra butter" and "Like my boy tells me; if it looks like a rat and smells like a rat, by golly, it is a rat." Hold up, so you mean to tell us that Owens is actually a lunatic?! Oh, snap!
When I say it's a cultural situation, I'm not trying to bring a racial barrier into it. If anyone wants to dig that up, I will dispel that. I don't condone Michael Vick's actions with the dogfighting. I've been exposed to it and it's something that's very unfortunate for Mike. I think he'll learn from this situation and move on from it.
And in other news from planet Owens, it sounds like TO and Donovan McNabb have finally moved on which means that we can all happily move on from a relationship that officially ended years ago.
"I did what I had to do when I saw Donovan. I apologized," Owens said before Dallas practiced Wednesday. "Donovan is a good guy. I missed him. I missed the times that we had. Donovan is a good guy. He is a good friend. There were some things that happened. I do regret some of the things that happened. If I could go back and change some of the things then I would."
McNabb said the two could've had "something special" if they played together longer than 1½ years.
"Unfortunately, it didn't go in that direction," McNabb said. "We've talked it out and communicated when we had the opportunity to, and kind of put it behind us. That's the past, and we're just focusing on what we have to do with our given teams right now.
Thank goodness for that. Now if we could just get Britney and Justin to kiss and make up we'd be set.
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[MSNBC]: T.O. compares dogfighting to hunting deer
[MSNBC]: McNabb says he, T.O. have `talked it out'
I recently had the opportunity to speak with Adam Sorbo, a 23-year-old Chipolte employee who had the pleasure of serving Cleveland Browns quarterback Brady Quinn this past Tuesday. Adam was kind enough to answer a few questions and talk us through his Brady Quinn/Chipolte experience.
