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So, the debate begins...
Sharpe:
14 years - 202 games (avg 14.4 games year)
815 rec / 10,060 yds / 12.3 ypc / 62 TDs
3 - 1,000 yd+ seasons
8 - Pro Bowls
3 - Rings
Top 50 All-time Receivers
#9 - receptions
#21 - receiving yards
#45t - receiving TDs
Gonzo:
7 years - 110 games (avg 15.7 games year)
468 rec / 5,646 yds / 12.1 ypc / 47 TDs
1 - 1,000 yd+ season
5 - Pro Bowls
0 - Rings
Top 50 All-time Receivers
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Comparing their first 7 seasons, Gonzo has the edge ... which is expected considering when they were drafted and put into the game.
This is the time when injuries must be avoided for Gonzo if he is to surpass Sharpe in these statistical categories. If that happens, I have no issues with it. Records get broken.
If Gonzo plays another 7 years, he needs to average the following in order to surpass Sharpe:
Receptions - 50 per year for 7 years. On his current pace, that could very well happen, barring injuries.
Receiving Yards - 630 yds per year for 7 years. Again, that could very well happen.
TDs - Gonzo is 15 away and that will happen within the next 2-3 years.
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So, there you go. Right now, it's key for Gonzo to avoid injuries. He's only missed 2 career starts and he has been the leading receiver on the team for years... that's a heavy load he's carrying. So, the key now is for the team to take the pressure off Gonzo if he is to play at that level for another 7 years.
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