Back injuries SUCK, and the worst thing is that he can't take the kind of meds that really help, specifically steroids. Sure, he shoot off to planet Krypton on a handful of Oxy's, but only a big batch of prednisone makes you feel well again.
I like the Metallica and GnR suggestions. I'd throw a surprise Pink Floyd or CCR Reunion (neither will ever happen, sadly). As for past performers to come back, I'd give a hard look at Petty or Springsteen.
Say what? It's the same starting O line as last year. I'd argue that the increased reliance on zone blocking actually weakened it. And I"m not sure ANYONE is in position to make statements about the offensive game plan being designed around Taylor's strengths this year. I'd say it's the opposite at this point, but that is still debatable,imho.
I will respectfully disagree about the route. Go back a few pages and watch the gif. He made his break at the arrow at the 20. If he was running to the back right pylon he would have been a lot further from the sideline