Football Pouting in San Diego - Page 18

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."

Hammock Parties · 09-21-2009, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by boltpower 21

So what you're saying is that LJ is losing in your little contest despite playing two weeks compared to LT's one?

Who cares? Advantage LJ.

Let's see if LT can rush for 78 yards in a game this year.

boltpower 21 · 09-21-2009, 01:41 AM

I could care less who gets more rushing yards. It's all about the W's. But whatever floats your boat...

Sweet Daddy Hate · 09-21-2009, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by GoChiefs

Who cares? Advantage LJ.

Let's see if LT can rush for 78 yards in a game this year.

Shit. I KNOW I'm winning my bet, but I doubt I'll take any joy in it.

LaChapelle · 09-23-2009, 04:52 PM

Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on September 23, 2009 5:58 PM ET

The gaping hole in the middle of San Diego's defensive line now has a counterpart on offense.

Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the Chargers will be without starting center Nick Hardwick until December after he underwent surgery on his left ankle Wednesday.

He's expected to miss "at least" eight weeks, so the team will have to consider placing him on season-ending injured reserve. The Chargers lost nose tackle Jamal Williams for the season last week.

One of the flying Mruczkowski brothers -- Scott -- took Hardwick's place in the starting lineup against Baltimore and should have the job indefinitely.

The Chargers have averaged 65 yards per game on the ground through two games, which is 30th in the league.

Hammock Parties · 09-23-2009, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by LaChapelle

Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on September 23, 2009 5:58 PM ET

The gaping hole in the middle of San Diego's defensive line now has a counterpart on offense.

Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the Chargers will be without starting center Nick Hardwick until December after he underwent surgery on his left ankle Wednesday.

He's expected to miss "at least" eight weeks, so the team will have to consider placing him on season-ending injured reserve. The Chargers lost nose tackle Jamal Williams for the season last week.

One of the flying Mruczkowski brothers -- Scott -- took Hardwick's place in the starting lineup against Baltimore and should have the job indefinitely.

The Chargers have averaged 65 yards per game on the ground through two games, which is 30th in the league.

Poor LT.

I wonder if he'll play this week?

It's not looking good for Buck.

**Buck** · 09-23-2009, 05:12 PM

Its looking just fine for me, actually. LJ better hope he gets in the end zone.

Hammock Parties · 09-23-2009, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

Its looking just fine for me, actually. LJ better hope he gets in the end zone.

Is that the best you got? The fact that LT has one little goal-line plunge?

Cling to that and hope LT plays this week. He can't afford to miss another week.

**Buck** · 09-23-2009, 05:15 PM

Sorry, I wasn't aware that every post I made had to be mean spirited.

Ummm...

LJ has about the same shot of winning this as you do sleeping with any person you don't meet on the internet.

Skyy God · 09-23-2009, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

Sorry, I wasn't aware that every post I made had to be mean spirited.

Ummm...

LJ has about the same shot of winning this as you do sleeping with any person you don't meet on the internet.

I met the below chick on the interweb. Does that make me a bad person?

Quiet Storm · 09-23-2009, 05:27 PM

I am not trying to down play the injury, especially because the back ups suck, but I will always stick by my opinion that Hardwick is SOFT. The only attribute that I like from him is that he is quick off the snap and agile. He is weak and gets dominated by physical DT's.

He made the probowl one time because we had a beast runnig game.

**Buck** · 09-23-2009, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pittsie

I met the below chick on the interweb. Does that make me a bad person?

Not at all. But I'm sure you have enough game to pick up girls in real life.

Skyy God · 09-23-2009, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

Not at all. But I'm sure you have enough game to pick up girls in real life.

I appreciate the vote of confidence..... I was just trying to attention-whore in the least offensive way possible.

**Buck** · 09-25-2009, 03:07 PM

It's official: LT out vs. Dolphins -- ka

That comes from the Chargers beat writer Kevin Acee.

I wouldn't be surprised if he missed week 4 at Pittsburgh also, the Chargers have a week 5 bye.

Should be interesting to see what kind of Lead LJ gets out to over LT by the time he gets back.

Sweet Daddy Hate · 09-25-2009, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BuckinKaeding

It's official: LT out vs. Dolphins -- ka

That comes from the Chargers beat writer Kevin Acee.

I wouldn't be surprised if he missed week 4 at Pittsburgh also, the Chargers have a week 5 bye.

Should be interesting to see what kind of Lead LJ gets out to over LT by the time he gets back.

I predict 60 awesome yards total before LT returns.

**Buck** · 09-25-2009, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Raised On Riots

I predict 60 awesome yards total before LT returns.

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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09-21-2009, 01:41 AM	#257
boltpower 21 Super Charger Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Casino cash: $10005150	I could care less who gets more rushing yards. It's all about the W's. But whatever floats your boat...
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09-23-2009, 04:52 PM	#259
LaChapelle Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $10004900	Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on September 23, 2009 5:58 PM ET The gaping hole in the middle of San Diego's defensive line now has a counterpart on offense. Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the Chargers will be without starting center Nick Hardwick until December after he underwent surgery on his left ankle Wednesday. He's expected to miss "at least" eight weeks, so the team will have to consider placing him on season-ending injured reserve. The Chargers lost nose tackle Jamal Williams for the season last week. One of the flying Mruczkowski brothers -- Scott -- took Hardwick's place in the starting lineup against Baltimore and should have the job indefinitely. The Chargers have averaged 65 yards per game on the ground through two games, which is 30th in the league.
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09-23-2009, 05:12 PM	#261
Buck Take a Chill Pill Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Carolina Casino cash: $8319900	Its looking just fine for me, actually. LJ better hope he gets in the end zone.
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09-23-2009, 05:15 PM	#263
Buck Take a Chill Pill Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Carolina Casino cash: $8319900	Sorry, I wasn't aware that every post I made had to be mean spirited. Ummm... LJ has about the same shot of winning this as you do sleeping with any person you don't meet on the internet.
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09-23-2009, 05:27 PM	#265
Quiet Storm Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Casino cash: $10004900	I am not trying to down play the injury, especially because the back ups suck, but I will always stick by my opinion that Hardwick is SOFT. The only attribute that I like from him is that he is quick off the snap and agile. He is weak and gets dominated by physical DT's. He made the probowl one time because we had a beast runnig game.
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09-25-2009, 03:07 PM	#268
Buck Take a Chill Pill Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Carolina Casino cash: $8319900	It's official: LT out vs. Dolphins -- ka That comes from the Chargers beat writer Kevin Acee. I wouldn't be surprised if he missed week 4 at Pittsburgh also, the Chargers have a week 5 bye. Should be interesting to see what kind of Lead LJ gets out to over LT by the time he gets back.
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