Football Pouting in San Diego - Page 24

LaChapelle · 09-02-2009, 07:23 AM

L.T. proclaims he's "the best back"
Posted by Tom Curran on September 2, 2009 9:13 AM ET (PFT)

The fact that he has turned 30 doesn't mean LaDainian Tomlinson's too old to engage in a little "neener, neener, neener."

Speaking to Sam Farmer of the Los Angeles Times, Tomlinson flashed jealousy about a recent Sporting News article in which Jim Brown interviewed Adrian Peterson.

One question posed by Brown suggests that Tomlinson is overrated.

The article, in which Brown says he believes Peterson is "the most complete back he's seen in a long time," was given to Tomlinson by a Chargers staffer.

"I was sitting there reading it thinking, 'Wow,' " Tomlinson told Farmer. "The difference with me is you can put me out on that field and there will be nothing I can't do. I won't have to come off the field. Adrian has to come off sometimes on third down. Running routes, he's still not there yet. Great downhill runner, powerful, fast, all that stuff. . . .

"But anything on that field you want me to do -- throw it, block -- I can do it. That's what I pride myself on is not having any weaknesses. And that's what makes me the best back."

It's a predictable response from Tomlinson. In 2006, he was being touted as the heir apparent to Brown. Two injury-marred seasons later, and Brown's prodding Peterson to call L.T. overrated while they sip lemonade on the veranda.

Given the pride Tomlinson takes in his craft, making sure L.T. read all about it was, in the short-term, a wise motivational move by the Chargers.

But if it causes him to push too hard from September through December, leaving him used up and/or injured come the playoffs, the smarter move might have been to put the thing in a box marked "Do not open until Christmas."

**Buck** · 10-05-2009, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by GoChiefs

70 ****ing yards in 2 games

The end is near.

FYP

**Buck** · 10-12-2009, 05:41 AM

Hows this going?

Mojo Jojo · 10-12-2009, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by GoChiefs

We're about to hit the soft part of our schedule where run defense is concerned.

Dallas - 19th
Washington - 23rd
San Diego - 29th (I expect LJ to widen the gap even further here, because we will shut down LT)
Jacksonville - 14th
Oakland - 27th

Folks, it's only going to get better. LJ is about to ride high. Yesterday was just a preview. His average is going to skyrocket over the next month.

Stand back, because the elastic waistband on this sucker's about to blow.

Dallas - 19th....LJ 21 carries...37 yards...long 10 yards...no touchdowns.

LaChapelle · 10-12-2009, 07:18 AM

The bigger question will be: Who will be replaced at starter first? Their feared feature back years are over. I've seen tears in both their eyes, they know the doors are closing.

**Buck** · 10-12-2009, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by LaChapelle

The bigger question will be: Who will be replaced at starter first? Their feared feature back years are over. I've seen tears in both their eyes, they know the doors are closing.

Check Darren Sproles Numbers this year (Rushing)

Its not LT, its our O Line, which I'm guessing is LJ's problem too.

Hammock Parties · 10-12-2009, 07:31 AM

Week 5

LT - 70 yards, 1 TD (120 points)
LJ - 226 yards (226 points)

LJ missed a chance for a touchdown yesterday. That's disappointing. But he still holds a commanding lead. LT needs to make up ground against a good Broncos' run defense next week. LJ may find some success against a Washington run defense that's ranked 22nd...although the forecast calls for Albert Haynesworth to simply eat him whole and end this contest prematurely.

LaChapelle · 10-12-2009, 07:34 AM

LJ is still starting because he fumbles as often as Al Davis has a coherent thought. If he goes down with injury getting his job back will be only because of absolute suckatude.

Mile High Mania · 10-12-2009, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

Check Darren Sproles Numbers this year (Rushing)

Its not LT, its our O Line, which I'm guessing is LJ's problem too.

Denver wins at San Diego on Monday Night 23 - 17.

**ChiTown** · 10-12-2009, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

Check Darren Sproles Numbers this year (Rushing)

Its not LT, its our O Line, which I'm guessing is LJ's problem too.

Well, there's that, and the fact that LJ sucks and is slower than shit.

Hammock Parties · 10-19-2009, 09:44 PM

Week 6

LT - 140 yards, 1 TD (190 points)
LJ - 309 yards (309 points)

Well, well, well. What do you know. Old gimpy LT finally managed to get his ass in gear and DOUBLES his season yardage total. Of course it didn't do him much good as LJ ripped off several nice gains against the Redskins for a season high 83 yards rushing.

We're six weeks in and LJ has a commanding lead. If he ever gets in the god damn end zone, he might just put this thing away early.

jjjayb · 10-19-2009, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

Week 6

LT - 140 yards, 1 TD (190 points)
LJ - 309 yards (309 points)

Well, well, well. What do you know. Old gimpy LT finally managed to get his ass in gear and DOUBLES his season yardage total. Of course it didn't do him much good as LJ ripped off several nice gains against the Redskins for a season high 83 yards rushing.

We're six weeks in and LJ has a commanding lead. If he ever gets in the god damn end zone, he might just put this thing away early.

Oh great. We have a commentator for a cripple fight.

Hammock Parties · 10-20-2009, 06:26 PM

OK. This could be a special week. LJ only needs 123 yards to pass Priest as the all-time leading rusher in Chiefs' history. The Chargers have the 27th ranked run defense.

LET'S DO IT!

Silock · 10-20-2009, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

Week 6

LT - 140 yards, 1 TD (190 points)
LJ - 309 yards (309 points)

Well, well, well. What do you know. Old gimpy LT finally managed to get his ass in gear and DOUBLES his season yardage total. Of course it didn't do him much good as LJ ripped off several nice gains against the Redskins for a season high 83 yards rushing.

We're six weeks in and LJ has a commanding lead. If he ever gets in the god damn end zone, he might just put this thing away early.

What's the comparison on the number of carries?

Hammock Parties · 10-20-2009, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silock

What's the comparison on the number of carries?

LJ holds a commanding lead there, too. LT is a broke-dick dog and cannot take too many carries!

Stinger · 10-20-2009, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

LJ only needs 123 yards to pass Priest as the all-time leading rusher in Chiefs' history.

Well that should only take him 2 1/2 games at his current pace

09-02-2009, 07:23 AM
LaChapelle Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $10004900	Pouting in San Diego L.T. proclaims he's "the best back" Posted by Tom Curran on September 2, 2009 9:13 AM ET (PFT) The fact that he has turned 30 doesn't mean LaDainian Tomlinson's too old to engage in a little "neener, neener, neener." Speaking to Sam Farmer of the Los Angeles Times, Tomlinson flashed jealousy about a recent Sporting News article in which Jim Brown interviewed Adrian Peterson. One question posed by Brown suggests that Tomlinson is overrated. The article, in which Brown says he believes Peterson is "the most complete back he's seen in a long time," was given to Tomlinson by a Chargers staffer. "I was sitting there reading it thinking, 'Wow,' " Tomlinson told Farmer. "The difference with me is you can put me out on that field and there will be nothing I can't do. I won't have to come off the field. Adrian has to come off sometimes on third down. Running routes, he's still not there yet. Great downhill runner, powerful, fast, all that stuff. . . . "But anything on that field you want me to do -- throw it, block -- I can do it. That's what I pride myself on is not having any weaknesses. And that's what makes me the best back." It's a predictable response from Tomlinson. In 2006, he was being touted as the heir apparent to Brown. Two injury-marred seasons later, and Brown's prodding Peterson to call L.T. overrated while they sip lemonade on the veranda. Given the pride Tomlinson takes in his craft, making sure L.T. read all about it was, in the short-term, a wise motivational move by the Chargers. But if it causes him to push too hard from September through December, leaving him used up and/or injured come the playoffs, the smarter move might have been to put the thing in a box marked "Do not open until Christmas."
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10-12-2009, 05:41 AM	#347
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10-12-2009, 07:18 AM	#349
LaChapelle Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $10004900	The bigger question will be: Who will be replaced at starter first? Their feared feature back years are over. I've seen tears in both their eyes, they know the doors are closing.
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10-12-2009, 07:31 AM	#351
Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $4440478	Week 5 LT - 70 yards, 1 TD (120 points) LJ - 226 yards (226 points) LJ missed a chance for a touchdown yesterday. That's disappointing. But he still holds a commanding lead. LT needs to make up ground against a good Broncos' run defense next week. LJ may find some success against a Washington run defense that's ranked 22nd...although the forecast calls for Albert Haynesworth to simply eat him whole and end this contest prematurely. __________________ Chiefs game films
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10-12-2009, 07:34 AM	#352
LaChapelle Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $10004900	LJ is still starting because he fumbles as often as Al Davis has a coherent thought. If he goes down with injury getting his job back will be only because of absolute suckatude.
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10-19-2009, 09:44 PM	#355
Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $4440478	Week 6 LT - 140 yards, 1 TD (190 points) LJ - 309 yards (309 points) Well, well, well. What do you know. Old gimpy LT finally managed to get his ass in gear and DOUBLES his season yardage total. Of course it didn't do him much good as LJ ripped off several nice gains against the Redskins for a season high 83 yards rushing. We're six weeks in and LJ has a commanding lead. If he ever gets in the god damn end zone, he might just put this thing away early. __________________ Chiefs game films
Posts: 278,665

10-20-2009, 06:26 PM	#357
Hammock Parties I'll be back. Join Date: Nov 2002 Casino cash: $4440478	OK. This could be a special week. LJ only needs 123 yards to pass Priest as the all-time leading rusher in Chiefs' history. The Chargers have the 27th ranked run defense. LET'S DO IT! __________________ Chiefs game films
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