No, he wants to imply his point without actually saying it. It's not even a very good one.
These guys are not in your league. I am not sure of speedbagging them builds up confidence for tougher opponents in real life, or if this qualifies as down time for you. Regardless, I am entertained.
NEWSFLASH: You can play the game by the rules that exist and still support a change in those very rules. It doesn't make you a hypocrite.