I always thought that if I were to die, I would want Slim Pickens to deliver my eulogy. This came to mind when I saw his role as an outlaw in "Blazing Saddles." In this episode, a new station manager comes in and wants to get rid of Lou Grant because of the ratings. Of course, Mary begins to circle the wagons, trying to keep this from happening. She, Gordy, Murray, and a reluctant Ted gather in her apartment to plot strategy. Because she is the only one willing to go out, they decide to go over the station manager's head to the owner. A crazy cowboy, played by Pickens. The scene in his office is hilarious as he sits on stuffed horse, fully saddled, and waves a rifle around. Lou makes a comment later about hallucinating. Good effort.