whatdrought Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ File me under the shocked category, last I heard there was like a 2% chance he’d see the field again... this article makes it sound plausible. 2
maddenboy Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 Most likely they will fail his physical, then settle via grievance. I cant imagine Fans of any team want to ever see him play again. Apparently Ron Rivera talked him up recently, but that's just PR management. And frankly, he probably in his heart doesnt want to play. He'll just do the injury settlement dance and ride off a rich(er) man. 1
Augie Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 I’d be happy if he’s cleared to walk down the stairs. That was gruesome, and he’s battled like a warrior. They should name the team after him! 4 2 2
MJS Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 17 minutes ago, maddenboy said: Most likely they will fail his physical, then settle via grievance. I cant imagine Fans of any team want to ever see him play again. Apparently Ron Rivera talked him up recently, but that's just PR management. And frankly, he probably in his heart doesnt want to play. He'll just do the injury settlement dance and ride off a rich(er) man. I'd take him as a backup QB for sure. He has had years to heal and if he's cleared he must be ready. And a backup does not play under ideal circumstances, giving him even more time to get back into football shape. 3 1
Dr.Mantis_Toboggan Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 23 minutes ago, Augie said: I’d be happy if he’s cleared to walk down the stairs. That was gruesome, and he’s battled like a warrior. They should name the team after him! Wouldn’t be the craziest name... “Mr. Smith goes to Washington” is a movie... Washington Smiths Still wouldn’t be the worst named team in the Capital City. 3
Uncle Joe Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 Retire please. Enjoy your family. 15 minutes ago, TheProcess said: After that E:60...Incredible. Agreed. 2
NoSaint Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 29 minutes ago, maddenboy said: Most likely they will fail his physical, then settle via grievance. I cant imagine Fans of any team want to ever see him play again. Apparently Ron Rivera talked him up recently, but that's just PR management. And frankly, he probably in his heart doesnt want to play. He'll just do the injury settlement dance and ride off a rich(er) man. I’m fine with him playing if he’s cleared and wants to. you sure do take a lot of leaps in one post. 2
MJS Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 1 minute ago, NoSaint said: I’m fine with him playing if he’s cleared and wants to. you sure do take a lot of leaps in one post. Yeah. Football has been his life for a long time. It's hard for a lot of players to hang up the cleats. I would not be surprised if his drive to get back to playing has been a key motivator through all of this. 1
whatdrought Posted July 25, 2020 Author Posted July 25, 2020 5 minutes ago, NoSaint said: I’m fine with him playing if he’s cleared and wants to. you sure do take a lot of leaps in one post. My thoughts as well, though I can understand if he doesn’t want to risk it. Guys come back from injury all the time and take the risk of re-injuring. I don’t imagine the doctors would allow him to play if he was at a higher risk for injury than anyone else. All that being equal, this would be great for the redskins. Insurance against Haskin not playing well, and maybe a trade piece later in the year.
BullBuchanan Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 37 minutes ago, maddenboy said: Most likely they will fail his physical, then settle via grievance. I cant imagine Fans of any team want to ever see him play again. Apparently Ron Rivera talked him up recently, but that's just PR management. And frankly, he probably in his heart doesnt want to play. He'll just do the injury settlement dance and ride off a rich(er) man. He's on the second year of a 4yr/$94 Million dollar deal. His heart will find a way.
NoSaint Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 34 minutes ago, MJS said: Yeah. Football has been his life for a long time. It's hard for a lot of players to hang up the cleats. I would not be surprised if his drive to get back to playing has been a key motivator through all of this. yup. If he still loves it and it’s relatively safe for him- have at it. I’d definitely want a loved one to get about a half dozen independent docs to support that clearance but...
Florida Bills Fanatic Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 1 hour ago, Augie said: I’d be happy if he’s cleared to walk down the stairs. That was gruesome, and he’s battled like a warrior. They should name the team after him! Great suggestion. The Washington Smiths does have a certain ring to it!
machine gun kelly Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 1 hour ago, BullBuchanan said: He's on the second year of a 4yr/$94 Million dollar deal. His heart will find a way. I was wondering where he was at in his contract. Thanks Bull. Bones even as horrific as that was in the injury when they do heal, usually are stronger after a break. Sepsis is a killer, but he beat it. It sounds nuts as that injury was absolutely horrible, but coming back after sepsis and a tremendous bone break is not that crazy. Sounds minimal, but a neck, spine, knee injury is more of a career ended than this one. I thought for sure he would never completely heal, but surgeons aren’t going to put heir name behind clearing a guy unless he really is healed. If he has that courage to come back, good for him.I don’t believe I would do it, but he is an immediate upgrade from Haskins. 1
Buffalo_Stampede Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 He deserves his money. I believe that's the end result here.
1ManRaid Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 10 minutes ago, matter2003 said: No team doctor is clearing him to play. And no players' union won't file a lawsuit in objection to that if qualified medical professionals already cleared him. 1
Big Turk Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 1 hour ago, 1ManRaid said: And no players' union won't file a lawsuit in objection to that if qualified medical professionals already cleared him. Doesn't matter. Each team has their own opinion. It's why players can fail physicals that cancel trades or nix FA signings.
eball Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 Absolutely amazing. I will be rooting for this guy more than anyone not on the Buffalo Bills roster. 2
BillsfaninSB Posted July 25, 2020 Posted July 25, 2020 The Bengals should sign him to tutor Burrow. Joe has no support around him and could be in for a long season. 1
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