Sick of LT

UMDBookingRook · 10-12-2008, 10:47 PM

I just dont' get it. Every NFL sideline reporter knows it, opposing teams know it, the Chargers staff knows. LT's injury (broken toe they aren't saying a word about) is going to cost San Diego a playoff spot. It's even more evident tonight how much his toe is limiting him. 3 plays in particular stand out where the old LT would have cut back and busted another 5 to 15 yards. One play was a yard short of the first down and he simply continued out of bounds. LT gets in the end zone pre-injury on that draw just before half also. You have Sproles who is more than capable and provides that unneasy feeling to defenders when they attempt to tackle him. LT's game (and more so the Chargers) isn't about pounding between the tackles like Graham (Tampa Bay), Grant (Green Bay), Lewis (Cleveland) or Portis (Redskins).

I know LT is vital to the NFL in regard to public opinion and the common fan. I know he has contract stipulations that are VERY LUCRATIVE based on performance. I know LT has more pull with the Chargers than Norv Turner. All things considered, these factors need to pushed to the back. If I were Turner I would be more concerned about winning then satisfying the long time superstar. Turner can be fired, LT can't.

nomoretime · 10-12-2008, 10:51 PM

Agreed...they need him healthy. He said it would need 3 weeks...would be a good call to at least sit him the game prior to the bye.

UMDBookingRook · 10-12-2008, 11:22 PM

did you see how much faster Sproles looked than LT right there?

nomoretime · 10-13-2008, 12:00 AM

Yeah...right now Sproles would be the better every down back with LT not being able to cut/bounce. Sproles is a burner and can make one little zip and bust out a huge run.