Hey BTB community,
We've been looking to add a new voice to the front-page. So after talking it over with the staff of writers, we decided there was one guy that deserved a spot at BTB. You guys know him, he's been filling up the FanPosts for over a year, and he can't get enough of the NFL draft. The blogger formerly known as ChiaCrack will now be posting to the front page under his real name, Archie Barberio.
Archie will continue to provide the great analysis of the draft that he's been doing in the FanPosts, but he'll also be adding other subjects to his arsenal of stories. So welcome aboard, Archie!
In addition, I'm considering adding another writer. So if you're interested, send me an email to btbnationwide at gmail.com. But only send it if you can write at least 4-5 articles every week, think you have good command of the English language, and have a personality that can take criticism from the rest of the community. Also, being a regular contributor in FanPosts or somewhere on the web really helps.
--- By Archie Barberio
You know how they say hard work pays off? Well my Blogging The Boys dream has finally come true. When I first found this site in July of 2010, I was blown away by the outstanding writing from the front page writers and the excellent community that resides here. Prior to finding the Mecca of Dallas Cowboys websites, I was an avid member of the official Dallas Cowboys website. Over the course of two years on that website, I became disinterested in the community; the overwhelming negativity made me search for a new home. I found BTB and for the most part I was welcomed with open arms.
After a few months of avid commenting, I decided to try my hand at the FanPosts. My first couple of FanPosts did not go so well. I have always had a passion for writing, but I noticed early on that my skill set was not up to par. I worked on my spelling and the delivery of my content. Over the next few months, rabblerousr blessed me with plenty of recognition and I thank him for all of his support. Winning weekly Rabbie Awards was a true honor.
When I first began posting, I was basically a loose cannon and I needed some leadership. I vowed to myself that I would try to be more neutral in my opinions and attempt to calm down in my writing. Then I began exchanging emails with the great OCC and Tom Ryle. Both took the time out to coach me and teach me. Thank you for taking the time to mentor me, I cannot express in words my deep gratitude.
Everyone knows that my niche is the NFL Draft. I have a deep passion for it and my coverage of the draft has received mostly positive reviews. The draft will be my bread and butter during the draft season, but I want to make a one thing clear, I am very knowledgeable about other Cowboys topics.
I intend to write about different topics centering around the Dallas Cowboys. This is something I am looking forward to because it allows me to open up my style of writing and expand into other markets. I have plenty of fresh ideas and topics in a notebook that I keep updated daily, so there will be plenty of draft talk, but expect a lot more diversity from me now that I am on the front page.
The front page will give me access to the greatest Cowboys audience on the Internet, you make this site an even better place. Having such an educated audience makes this an even better writing job.
I have ventured into the podcast territory recently, I want to thank KD Drummond for taking the chance to feature me on a segment with him. KD's show was a great stepping stone for me.
My last shout out goes to our commander in chief, Dave Halprin. Dave has taken a leap of faith with me and I am very honored that he has given me a chance to write for his site. This is such a great moment for me in my life right now, so I wanted to take the time to thank Dave.
Lastly, I just wanted to say that you, the reader, should expect my best work. This is the big leagues and I am ready to make a push for an all-star bid. Thank you to everyone on the BTB staff and thank you to all of the readers. It is such an honor to be on the front page now. Hard work pays off, but hard work never ends. I am going to work even harder than I did before, I will not underachieve on here. I look forward to starting a great new chapter in my life, with my BTB family.
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WaHoo! Welcome to the Front Page
Looking forward to reading your stuff in BIG print Archie.
1Bullseye - February 21, 2012
Awesome
Omar Little - February 21, 2012
I would like to extend my congratulations to the artist formerly known as Chia Crack
Looking forward to reading more of your fine work.
Antonio S - February 21, 2012
Holy Schnikes
Good for you CC. You have the least likely real-world name for anyone I’ve known under another name. Congrats, well done!
tdships - February 21, 2012
I know. I like an old-school name like "Archie"
but when I say it in my head, it’s always in Edith Bunkers voice “Hey Awwwchie!”
dunkman - February 21, 2012
thats what my friends do
awwwwwchie
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
lol
it was my grandfathers name and he died before I was born, so I got that name
my mother wanted Sean Patrick, she lost lol
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Oh, some Irish in there?
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
yup
50-50
Irish and Italian
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Killer combination.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
literally
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
My step-mom is Sicilian and German.
Get mad at the drop of a hat and hold a grudge forever. She is a sweetheart though. Her Sicilian mother though is, interesting, to say the least.
Jace M - February 22, 2012
And congrats.
Jace M - February 22, 2012
Congrats Chia ... err .. Archie !! .
well done bud..
scotscowboyfan - February 21, 2012
Three cheers for Chia
And a tip o’ the hat to you, Archie. Congratulations to a deserving and dedicated member of the blue-blooded order of the Star here at BTB.
KeyOfZ - February 21, 2012
Congrats man
When’s your first frontpage article?
Rohpuri - February 21, 2012 via mobile
*Front Page
Rohpuri - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Congratulations
I really enjoy your analysis.
JannyDones - February 21, 2012
KUGTW
Keep Up the Good Work [Thumbs Up]
When ever I see one your posts I always make an effort to read it, they are always an interesting read.
LeedsCowboys - February 21, 2012
Congratulations!!!
I can’t wait to read your first front page article!!!
mho - February 21, 2012 via iPhone app
I’m out!
Dub_TC - February 21, 2012
Oh, and Congrats
and I’m still calling you Chia, BTW :-)
Dub_TC - February 21, 2012
Chia = Archie?
I GET IT NOW. Congrats man.
BrickTop - February 21, 2012 via mobile
= Archia!
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
Well deserved.
Congratulations.
Now get to work, I need to know who we should be looking at in the 6th round!
jazzbo251 - February 21, 2012
Congrats...
Nice job…hope to see ya on ESPN in the future!
Pasipple - February 21, 2012
oh one can dream
me sitting next to Mel Kiper and making him cry!
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Major props to archie, a decision long sense overdue.
On the plus side maybe someone else can get some rabble recognition.
Also a shout out to dave, thank you for continually stocking your staff with the higest of quality writers on the net. Your tireless effort has truely resulted as archie said a mecha for cowboys fans. The outstanding team and your colective tireless effort truely comes through to us all. So cheers front pagers. This reader is eagerly awaiting the continuum of qaulity information you all provide daily.
Proxy406 - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Congrats Chia
You’re writing has improved tremendously since you started, and at this point you absolutely deserve a front page gig. You are my go to guy for the draft.
foyesboys - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia
You’ve worked hard toward this and improved your writing skills while keeping the content as high as ever. Well-deserved.
dunkman - February 21, 2012
Way to go Chia
long overdue, keep up the good work
BigBad Joe - February 21, 2012
Big time Chia, big time.
You don’t need to talk with us commoners anymore.
DIRE WOLF - February 21, 2012
“Normies,” Dire. You’re “normies.”
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia.
You really worked hard to achieve this!
Joe21 - February 21, 2012
Finally...
Congrats. You have made it kid. I can’t wait for your very first article.
Holchr31 - February 21, 2012
Congrats! You really did grow into a great writer!
You should go to the draft with a press pass. Doesn’t JimmyK get one from sbNation now? How awesome would that be, our own rep at the draft!
thebigham - February 21, 2012
No draft for me, although I live near NYC. Combine in Indy last year, Senior Bowl this year (although that was under my new site).
Jason covered the draft last year for SBN, with (I think) Brad Wells, the Colts guy.
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
How is Jason? Last time I saw him he was wiping cum off his chin.
DIRE WOLF - February 21, 2012
ahahaha
sorry it was funny
yehti - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Right but you were able to get a pass because of SBN right?
So that means chia could? He lives in NY, loves the draft, and now is a writer…It seems like the last thing this site is missing.. some live representation.
thebigham - February 21, 2012
At the very least he could just go and report from the audience. Not sure exactly how SBN doles out creds for the draft. I’ve never really had an interest in attending the draft.
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
Oh, man.
The thought of Chia being at the draft. I don’t know what would be better, the articles he could put up, or the grin he would never be able to wipe off his face.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
Make it happen Tom!
thebigham - February 21, 2012
I can just see it now
Archie’s Crack Hits Live From The Draft
Rohpuri - February 21, 2012 via mobile
See below - it may come to pass
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
I've been going. If you can go Jimmy, I'd love to meet up with you and Chia.
BigBlueIntervention - February 21, 2012
an Eagles fan, Cowboys fan and Giants fan go to the draft
sounds like filler for a joke that you could use over and over again lol
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Not to hijack the thread but
has the little eagle shown up yet ? if so Congrats
BigBad Joe - February 21, 2012
No, not yet. We headed to the hospital at 5am Thursday morning to be induced if she continues to be stubborn.
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
Good Luck
both my boys were induced, but both a couple of weeks early, they were big kids
BigBad Joe - February 21, 2012
Thanks
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
Hey, may, best wishes for you and especially mom and the little one.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
Didn't know
Congrats man, all the best!
Bermystar - February 22, 2012
Congrats Jimmy!
Joe21 - February 22, 2012
I did not know!
congrats poppa!
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats ByeDawk!
BigBlueIntervention - February 21, 2012
Suggested Names
for a boy: Tom Landry JimmyK
For a girl: Alicia Landry JimmyK
You’re welcome
Seanrude - February 21, 2012
Actually
Landry works for a girls first name, had my wife talked into it, if our second had been a girl :-)
BigBad Joe - February 22, 2012
Chai (er, Archie) and I are planning on leading a contingent of BTBers to the Draft
stay tuned, and clear your calendar on April 26th!
rabblerousr - February 21, 2012
I wish! I don;t have the money for a hotel
thebigham - February 21, 2012
Whats he, foamy tea? :)
Nickthegrip - February 21, 2012
DRAFT TRIP?
Im in. From CT. If someone needs a bed, I’m 90min away.
Shaymer - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Wow! Congratulations Chia!
I never have time to comment anymore, but this made me drop everything. It was very well deserved and I can’t wait to read your front page stuff! Congrats again!
me gusta - February 21, 2012 via mobile
I think you signed a winner Dave
Everyone here seems to really respect Chia’s opinions and I for one am excited to see his talents utilized in such a fashion. May the wind always be at your back, Arch. Make the Star shine bright my friend!
letsgtld - February 21, 2012
Can we still call you Chia or would you prefer Archie?
Nardfather - February 21, 2012
What does Eidth call him?
DIRE WOLF - February 21, 2012
I heard Mensa is next.
He has a fix for everthing.
DIRE WOLF - February 21, 2012
I prefer pacerman's fix for everything style
thebigham - February 21, 2012
Haha!
BrickTop - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Is it possible?
stubabe - February 21, 2012
Grats Chia!
Glad you made it. Keep up the good work.
thablackwizard - February 21, 2012 via mobile
You suck, Chia. Ha, just kidding. Congrats!
Perfect timing with the draft coming up, too. Well deserved. Gotta write an A+ post to kick it off. No pressure though, ha.
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
Jimmy, you should get a front page nod.
After all, you’re one of the biggest Cowboys fans I know, and that’s gotta count for something!
jazzbo251 - February 21, 2012
Heh, heh, heh.
Fernie67 - February 21, 2012
Hmmm
the next BTB Front page writer is…. Fernie?
dunkman - February 21, 2012
That would be terrifying!
Fernie67 - February 21, 2012
I think the "reasonable" part of the blog would welcome it
dunkman - February 21, 2012
+1
although not sure if I qualitfy as reasonable
BigBad Joe - February 21, 2012
LOL. Well, I think what's "reasonable" may be up for debate. :)
Fernie67 - February 21, 2012
Whatever we define it as. I vote for you. /grin
Rena - February 22, 2012
LOL! I'm honored!
Fernie67 - February 22, 2012
Fear the Star
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
ha ha ha. Indeed.
One.Cool.Customer - February 21, 2012
REC This!
1Bullseye - February 21, 2012
How fitting JimmyK is now greened on the Boys blog.
Rena - February 21, 2012
Heck, I think he has more green comments than anyone.
It’s the way his love for the ’boys shines through.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
I KNEW IT!!!
Fernie67 - February 21, 2012
Congrats Mr Chia/Archie!
What are the benefits to becoming a writer on BTB besides being on the front page? Is it a paying job? just curious.
Frankster_1 - February 21, 2012 via mobile
There's no pay. We do it for love of the team, and (in my case, at least) because we love writing.
The one big benefit? Getting in front of you guys. Best. Audience. Anywhere.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
They Pay Them All Well, and Benifits out the Wazoo too
except for Tom, or so I hear.
1Bullseye - February 21, 2012
Hell yeah, they get paid over $250,000 a year.
DIRE WOLF - February 21, 2012
Hell yeah, they get paid over $250,000 a year.
DIRE WOLF - February 21, 2012
that equals over 500,000$ a year
yehti - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Groupies..
though I think they left with Aaron
thebigham - February 21, 2012
Dave's been hogging the blog groupies since 2005
dunkman - February 21, 2012
Well, he is kinda cute...
Fernie67 - February 21, 2012
No giving away our secrets!
Rena - February 21, 2012
Ha!
Fernie67 - February 21, 2012
FANPOST!!
dunkman - February 21, 2012
am I the only one who can't stop laughing at this!!!!
Musiccitynorm - February 21, 2012
Ham'll fanshot it
:)
Nickthegrip - February 21, 2012
Hilarious
Rohpuri - February 21, 2012 via mobile
All this sounds great!
I have to dust off my Blogging for Dummies book and give it a shot. Haha. Jk, of course.
Frankster_1 - February 21, 2012 via mobile
I've said this privately, and now I want to say it publicly and with great sincerity.
HEY, NOOOOB!!! The pads are over there!
Seriously, glad to have you aboard – and to not be the newbie myself anymore!
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
Yeah congrats, Chia, publicly here as well
And I just realized that apart from Dave, and with just two years under my belt, I’m the senior guy here! Incredible.
One.Cool.Customer - February 21, 2012
Already preparing an “OCC is getting old” post.
JimmyK - February 21, 2012
He will fry your circuit board!
Rena - February 21, 2012
I think we both moved up front at about the same time, but I don’t see much of you at BGN anymore. Too bad for them, and they’re getting a lot less of my traffic (and many other peoples’ traffic)
One.Cool.Customer - February 21, 2012
Jeez, I just realized I remember you getting promoted.
Although Brandon and Aaron technically have seniority, I guess, but are sort of in emeritus status or something.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
So if Archie doesn't pick up your pads
Will you, Dave, OCC, Rabble, and Brandon run up a huge steak and lobster dinner tab on him?
Rohpuri - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Not exactly.
Does the phrase “Make it rain in here!” mean anything to you?
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
NICE
Rohpuri - February 21, 2012
thanks, I am looking forward to working with you
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
I hope you're getting some of that advertising money mate.
You do a mountain of quality work on this blog.
Luke. - February 21, 2012
the suspense has been killing me
I have known since yesterday
lol
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
That's what I was wondering
How long you knew, and how you were keeping it together before Dave announced it.
tdships - February 21, 2012
it was tough
people kept asking me about new material and I am like “I gotta wait” lol
my patience has grown big time since getting diabetes, really changed my life
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Way to go ArChia!
I’ve enjoyed your posts for some time now. eep up the good work!
H-Town Boys Fan - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia!!!
very well deserved, look forward to your first post!
yehti - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Its not official til its updated down there vvvvv haha
thebigham - February 21, 2012
is it posted on facebook yet?
Shaymer - February 21, 2012 via mobile
I really thought you'd go a round earlier....
dunkman - February 21, 2012
speeeeech.........speeeeech
DIRE WOLF - February 21, 2012
Congrats to Dave
for having the good sense to put you, Chia, on the front page. I made the comment months ago to someone on this site " Does Chia know EVERY player in the NFL?" You do and we are fortunate to have you share that hard earned knowledge with us, your fellow BTB’ers. And Congrats to you. Well deserved.
stubabe - February 21, 2012
At first I was like "Why would this Archie guy ever have gotten this position over Chia?"
And then I’m like Ohhhhhhhhhhhh. Props man. Well deserved.
LilZtretch - February 21, 2012
Woohoo! You earned it! That said, I'm not sure I can get used to calling
you Archie. :P
Fernie67 - February 21, 2012
Congratulations!
AustonianAggie - February 21, 2012
Congratulations!!
I hope Jerry will pay attention to your front page articles. He may be able to get some insight into who to draft when.
eightball - February 21, 2012
Jerry could learn a lot reading this page.
football mensa - February 21, 2012
errr blog
football mensa - February 21, 2012
Chia!
you did it man. I knew you would, you’re a fantastic writer and probably can’t tell from my posts but a big inspiration for me.
Plinkostar - February 21, 2012 via Android app
well keep pumping out the material dude
thank you
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats
Baloo. - February 21, 2012
Congrats!
Although now I’m going to be like why isn’t Chia ever on and then realize you are no longer posting under that name.
willyoubemycharizard - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia
Well deserved, mate
Specific - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Congrats Archie! Welcome to the big time!
(BTB groupies not included)
accidental innuendo - February 21, 2012
Not even Shay?
Antonio S - February 21, 2012
Lol, good thing I happened on this before posting something similar.
Rohpuri - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Nice
Shaymer - February 21, 2012 via mobile
is it funny that I thought of this
as soon as I saw his name?…..again Congrats Man….
I am Ironman!!! - February 22, 2012
lol thanks
Archie Barberio - February 22, 2012
I like the brunette!
Archie Barberio - February 22, 2012
Dude, that's Veronica!
Fernie67 - February 22, 2012
lol I know
I should marry a girl named Veronica, it would be fitting
Archie Barberio - February 23, 2012
Ha!
Fernie67 - February 23, 2012
Grats Chia
I look forward to getting all my draft info so I seem cool to my friends.
Mojoness - February 21, 2012
First, BTB front page
then next the Cowboys front office. Keep up the great work and congrats Chia.
nycowboysfan - February 21, 2012
Congrats ArChia,
Yoo deserveit!!!
pfloyd1 - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia!! umm... errr Archie, LOL
Great Descision by Tom and the rest of the staff. Chia, you are one of the many reasons that this is the best sports blog in the universe, and I mean that, no joke.
It will take me a while to get used to calling you Archie though.
Great move for the entire BTB nation.
Willy H - February 21, 2012
Whoa, not my decision.
Dave gets the credit, the rest of us just advise.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
Congrats
Well deserved
L_Dawg73 - February 21, 2012
Congrats Archie...
This was a no brainer. Always enjoy your work and will continue to do so.
Good luck to you…
Long Live Chia!
goat3000 - February 21, 2012
Umm...
Where is the pic at the bottom of the page?
Chia taking a glamour shot for his front page debut?
goat3000 - February 21, 2012
Congrats!!
You definitley deserve it Chia!! Look forward to more of your insight!!!
Hobbes42 - February 21, 2012
congrats chia
You really deserve it man, sooooo, when’s the next chiacrack radio?
matt575 - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Congrats ArChia!
Well deserved
CowboyinExile - February 21, 2012
Congrats!
Now get to writing you have a quota to fill, and we all need some fresh articles, so we can all repeat our positions on the impending draft and FA.
DCB* - February 21, 2012
Congrats!
All your hard work has always been appreciated. I’m really happy for you!
The Trenches - February 21, 2012
thank you everyone
usually I would reply to every single one of you, but that would take forever
so a BIG thank you to all of the support, I really appreciate it and its a great feeling to be liked and wanted
My mom calls me Chia, so you are welcome to call me Archie or Chia, just drop the Crack off the end of it
from here on out its Chia or Archie, or Mr. Barberio but I am not too fond of being called that lol
thanks everyone, I am cooking up some stuff as we speak, that is why I haven’t been around to thank everyone
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Sweet avatar.. I am getting a pair when they are up for sale, let me know if you see it before I do!
thebigham - February 21, 2012
I will
I want a pair too
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats brother, publicly
well deserved- you put in a lot of work to get here.
KD Drummond - February 21, 2012
thanks bro
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Big congrats. Great to have you on the front page Chia!
chrmc - February 21, 2012
Need to Update Bottom of Website
Now Archie need to get his name added to the writers listed on the bottom of the website…
Congrats…a great bunch of writers, great contributors from the many followers to the site…best Cowboy website hands down..
Pasipple - February 21, 2012
Hey, Dave is busy.
Has contract talks with Shay this week. That always seems to take so much of his time.
Tom Ryle - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia
Couldn’t happen to a better dude.
Tennessee_Jed - February 21, 2012
CHIA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats buddy!!!
Blue Eyed Devil - February 21, 2012
That is a F!@#in
Real mans name. I imagine a name like that taking down dictators while shouting one liners
Nick Castillo - February 21, 2012
Also Congrats
looooong overdue
Nick Castillo - February 21, 2012
hahahahaha strong name right
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia!!!!
hbdc - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Good stuff man...Congrats indeed!
Not only am I looking forward to the draft info, but envision some of the readership definitely coming at you differently with the new creds.
Congrats again.
ChuckCowboy - February 21, 2012
Good Job Archie
New it would happen one day!!
Jeff G. - February 21, 2012 via Android app
Archie now about our radio show.....
Congrats Chia. You’re the only guy I have met who like the draft as much as I.
football mensa - February 21, 2012
lol
the radio show might have to slow down for a minute
I love doing it, but I am dedicating myself to becoming a better writer and all my extra time will go to BTB
I will do a show a month maybe, believe it or not, the radio show is really easy for me to do
I write up a list of topics and just dial in and start the show
writing articles is totally different
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia!
I’m looking forward to some really great draft related articles. What a great site and it’s only getting better.
staubachfan - February 21, 2012
Cogratulations and well deserved. Can't wait for your first write-up!!!
We came to this site about the same time from the DC.com site.I remember talking with you over there and some drunken a—holes jumping all over us about what we were talking about. Memories. Anyway good job Blueandsilvemagic err ChiaCrack err Archie. You know out of all the ways I saw you in my mind,Archie Barberio never came close.;-). Again very good job and congrats. This is the best Cowboys site,period,and you will only make it better.
NVCowboy4Life - February 21, 2012
I know
I remember us over at DC.com, I am really glad me made the leap to come over here
bluesilvermagic, I really liked that name too
I know, I know, nobody expected that I was an Archie, either did I when I was born, I was like come on bro, can’t I be a Maximus or something?
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Yeah, I got sick of DC.com too
I only go over there to maybe read articles posted once in a while or to watch the video interviews and things like that. I don’t even read the comment threads anymore because I just can’t believe the excessive trolling and lack of quality of the posts. BTB forever my friends.
ProBowlFactory - February 23, 2012
Btw Archie....
your pic for the bottom of the page…..fedora and a white tee with a tie and 2 hot babes hanging on smokin a Don Diego.
football mensa - February 21, 2012
lol
that can be arranged
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Outstanding news!
Congrats Chia you definitely deserve it. Now I won’t have to search for your posts anymore.
MSM33 - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Congrats Chia!
I don’t comment often, but I have to say, I’ve been happy for other FanPosters turned Front Pagers in the past, but I had an ear to ear grin while I read this one. You’ve been working towards this for a long time, and you truly deserve it, man.
MilesAhead - February 21, 2012 via Android app
Congrats Chia:
You can’t work any harder than you already do for the BTB family , so I was glad that Dave recognized it too. Always love your articles and look forward to seeing them on the front page. BTW take care of yourself too.
oldboysfan - February 21, 2012
The two fans from my two most hated teams that I have THE absolute most respect for are both
frontpage writers for their respective fansites.
Well done, Chia. You deserve it, brother. I remember meeting you on MtD two years ago and at that point in time, couldn’t believe I was getting along so well with a Cowboy fan. You definitely are one of the great ones.
BigBlueIntervention - February 21, 2012
thanks BBI
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia/Archie
you deserve it bro
CaliCowboysFan92 - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia...
I was wondering who the hell Archie was!!! Funny how things change when your on a camping trip.. Keep up the awesome posts..
AmericasTeamm - February 21, 2012
Well earned Chia!
Congrats!
stargazer33 - February 21, 2012
congratulations archie!
i’m gonna miss the chiacrack nickname though, it was funny
lookinf forward for more -out of your pen, draft stuff
ratware - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia
djthumpl - February 21, 2012
Way to go Chia
I have enjoyed your work Chia. Big congrats, you deserved it.
BluegrassCowboy - February 21, 2012
Congrats chia
Never actually read a fan post but I’ve loved your comments. One of you coments made me wanna join BTB just to respond. 24 hr rule later I never did. But just like you I’ve loved the fans here and never looked back to the mother ship.
Three cheers for the Awesome front page writers and all the work they do.
The Loco Llama - February 21, 2012 via mobile
glad you commented and joined bro
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Hee hee hee -
I saw the name change, and said to myself “Front pager”. It must be my sweet Detective skills. Oh wait, It IS my sweet Detective skills.
CONGRATS BRO, excellent work got you here, keep it up, we all know you will. See if you can match Tom’s output, he’s been cranking the topics out!
Nickthegrip - February 21, 2012
Sounds like a name from Welcome Back Kotter.
LMAO. Congrats Chia.
StarloverinWNC - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia/Archie!
I remember when you joined, firing off so many posts I think I may have even told you to slow down once. Haha, but I’ve had the pleasure of watching you change into an excellent writer and can think of no one else more deserving of this. Really happy for you and I’m looking forward to watching you grow even more as a writer.
Static - February 21, 2012
Congratulations, Archie Chia!
That makes me incredibly happy, Bro!
BlueNSilverBlood - February 21, 2012
me too!
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
once again thanks everyone
so many people have commented and I would love to address you individually in a reply, but I would be here all night!
thanks again everyone, I am overwhelmed by the support on here
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats, Chia.
Haven’t commented since last draft season, but this occasion calls for it. Your fan posts are the primary reason I read BTB, so I think this is well deserved. Can’t tell you how much I look forward to your evaluation and perspective on the upcoming draft. Congrats.
honkytonkbaseball - February 21, 2012
That's what's up!
Good for you bro, you sure deserve it. The community will be better off for it. Our front page writers are first class and it’s great that they added another weapon to the arsenal. I’m sure you will raise your efforts even more now and the mere thought of that is pretty exciting. So Archie huh? I may still call you Crack from time to time.
Bermystar - February 21, 2012
Don't pull an Almost Anthony on us.
We’re expecting nothing but D Ware content from here on out.
Congratulations on your BTB promotion.
StarloverinWNC - February 21, 2012
Nice work Chia
Now don’t let this all get to your head . . . we all know where you’re from and will continue to argue the same (LOL)
Tyrone Jenkins - February 21, 2012
piling on after the fact like vontaze burfict
but well deserved sir. your posts have always been entertaining to read from day 1, but its been a treat to watch you put in the work to grow and improve as a writer. your draft stuff is must-read material for any off-season junkie.
now let’s see if griz can line up an interview with alan ball & btb’s newest front page writer…
NinoP - February 21, 2012
Good for you Chia
You’re another reason why this place is awesome. I love reading stuff from so many different angles, from people who make me think about things I hadn’t thought of. Thanks for being a big part of that Chia.
Shaymer - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Loud Huzzahs brother!! Gratz to you on the well-earned nod to front page.
Always enjoy your stuff. Looking forward to seeing you take the ball & run with it. A great addition to a stellar front-page group.
Btw, being a native Mississippian, I can tell you that Archie is a great football name. But to me, you’lll always be Chia.
jstaubach - February 21, 2012
Congratulations, Archie!
I’ve enjoyed reading your posts for some time. You certainly deserve the promotion to the Front Page. Now we will all benefit from your knowledge and skill. Thank you, Dave, for your great choice.
Uncas - February 21, 2012
congrats chia!!! you finally became a made man on this blog... i almost shead a tear :')
lostar2009 - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Congrats Archie "Vinnie" Barberio!
I don’t post much but I do enjoy reading your comments and posts especially on the draft. Well deserved and best wishes.
CTCowboy - February 21, 2012
Congrats Chia, It is well deserved
Birddog26 - February 21, 2012
right on
congrats, well earned!
scottmaui - February 21, 2012
Much respect
Congrats Chia dude aka Archie, keep up the good work and keep using the term “hot garbage!!” if that isn’t one of the best descriptive phrases to describe scrubs, idk what is lol. Epic promotion
405dallasfan - February 21, 2012 via mobile
Congrats, ChaChaChaChia!
Aaron Novinger - February 21, 2012 via iPhone app
lol thanks bro
Archie Barberio - February 21, 2012
Congrats
Well deserved!
Crowboy - February 22, 2012
Archia Barbie...awesome keep kicking a$$ barbie!
UTexan - February 22, 2012 via mobile
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UTexan - February 22, 2012 via mobile
Congratulations on a well deserved Promotion.....
now on the front page do you have to be more worried about being caught licking belly buttons or not?
TruBluToTheCore - February 22, 2012
no more of that stuff
clean act from here on out
Archie Barberio - February 22, 2012
CONGRATZ......... Archie
wtgo Chia , youve definitly earned your way to the front page……… well done !
IRONRAVEN - February 22, 2012
Congratulations!
mtibus - February 22, 2012
Well done and congrats
Can we still use the moniker chia for you?!
turion22 - February 22, 2012
yup everyone calls me Chia so I would be more than cool with that
Archie Barberio - February 22, 2012
bout time Dave
and congrats Archie
I am Ironman!!! - February 22, 2012
I would like to apply for the open position
but the whole 4-5 articles a week thing, well as my posting record shows, just isn’t happening. Though if you are willing to look past that, I would definitively love to apply,
I am Ironman!!! - February 22, 2012
Congrats Archie
Found BTB this past Nov. and have stuck with it everyday since, even signed up recently. Love how diverse and informative the articles are, especially yours as well as Scarlet-O’s, O.C.C.’s just to name a few which intrigued me and have kept me here. Keep up the good work, go Cowboys!
Star_Scream - February 22, 2012
congrats on joining BTB Star
I missed your first comment so gave you your newbie rec here.
and just want to say that your sig is so true.. unfortunately….and my son would love your screen name(huge Transformer nut)
I am Ironman!!! - February 22, 2012
Congrats Chia!
It’s a well deserved promotion.
papichulo - February 22, 2012
Congrats, Chiarchie :)
Truly a ‘rags to riches’ story … you’ve literally blossomed before our eyes.
Well deserved and well earned!
DalaiLuke - February 22, 2012
Congrats Archie
Gonna be weird calling not calling you Chia anymore, but hey, for the best
ProBowlFactory - February 22, 2012
you can call me Chia bro, everyone calls me that
maybe I should have thrown a “Chia” in the middle of my name on here
Archie Barberio - February 22, 2012
Deal
Sounds good to me.
ProBowlFactory - February 23, 2012
I would like to be a front page writer
Don’t know if I would be able to contribute 5 stories per week though. Plus I still have yet to become well versed in the art of the tables and things as all of the front page writers are…
ProBowlFactory - February 23, 2012
I haven't been getting online much lately, so I'm playing catchup on my BTB reading...
CONGRATULATIONS, CHIA!!!
I know how bad you wanted this, so I’m real proud of you, bro. Keep up the great work!
jakezze01 - February 25, 2012
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