Why would a guy you like but aren't dating tell you not to flirt with other guys in front of him?

maybe hes jealous lol

or he does wanna go on a date but is afraid to tell u so hes just gettin started.!!lol

Well there is two possibilities. He is a genuinely good guy who believes he is looking out for your best interests or he wants you and this is the hint. Yes the whole idea of him saying this is silly , but a clear indication of feeling

I think that is one of the stupid-est things...my boy did that to me. But deep down they really want to be with you and cant stand the thought of another guy taking his place. So if he can get you to not be interested and not give them ideas, they feel no competition and no need to step up his game...you know?

Lucy out

HE'S SIMPLY JEALOUS AND WAITING FOR THE RIGHT TIME TO ASK YOU FOR A DATE.BE PATIENT THIS DAY WILL SURELY COME.

The only possibility I see is that he likes you. If oyu like him, then ask him out.

Because he's jelouse because he likes you and it would be disturbing for him to see his crush flirting with other guys. C'mon, you knew that.

Guys are territorial.

yes very silly cant understand why he would say that.

Because he is jealous

He's probably jealous.