The Ghost of Lions Qb’s Past?
October 20, 2007 on 1:47 pm | In Uncategorized |One thing I haven’t conveyed, or was too paranoid to try and convey clearly in my earlier preview, was my reticence about the Lions facing another QB in Jeff Garcia whose former employer, as we all know, was the W.C. Ford’s.
Garcia, sans a Harrington-like chip on his shoulder, likely still relishes the opportunity to return to Ford Field, as he savors the possibilities. Garcia was not a very good QB for the Lions, in fact, he gave the appearance of someone whose career was likely nearing it’s nexus.
Garcia’s phoenix-like rejuvenation is nearly unprecedented. He has become a better game manager (zero turnovers through 6 gms.) since leaving the Lions, but still possesses the same patented toughness and doggedly, stubborn ability to make plays in situations where seemingly no options were previously available.
Tampa is going to be hampered in their ground game, which places a heavier load upon the veteran Garcia. Garcia appears equipped to thrive in spite of the lack of a ground game, though.
Considering his ability to scramble from the oncoming pass rush, and the Lions willingness to allow teams to dink-and-dunk underneath their zone pass defense, Garcia may be in for a field day.
Their is a precedent of former Lions QB’s performing well against them during recent seasons. Joey Harrington, Charlie Batch, Gus Frerotte, Jim Miller and Erik Kramer all immediately come to mind as players who have had success against their former team. It would be nice to see the Lions put an end this trend.
If you haven’t read Terry Foster’s Detroit News story today, (Soldier to Receive Purple Heart….)you must. I wish I had this guy’s courage.
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That article is no longer available! I’d like to have half the courage of any son-of-a-gun that’s been awarded a Purple Heart!
Here’s hoping the week off has afforded the Lions enough rest to come out with just a little passion!
Comment by SleePac — October 21, 2007 #
After years of watching football, I have come to the concrete conclusion that the absolute most important factor for any teams’ short term success is the performance of their O line.
Tampa Two v. Tampax Two. A key factor to this game is how badly Garcia picks apart the lions D.
I always worry about the LIONS after a bye week. I have these recurring visions where I see their practices. Many groups of players looking confused, geting in each others way. Some players in their own imaginary world, in some sort of daze, just milling about. And still others walking around with no point or purpose like zombies, but crying. I see Marinelli yelling at nobody in particular and Martz wandering around muttering to himself.
LIONS 27 Buccans 24
Comment by WHITEY — October 21, 2007 #
Sleeman–It’s worth traking down the article, from my link if you scroll down you can select the article.
I am far from a flag-waver, and the surreal relentlessness of the “Iraq War” is clearly breaking this country down but, the soldiers are not responsible for how they are utilized.
Tampax Two—Whitey, you’ve outdone yourself, but does the Tampax Two provide the necessary absorption for the Lions defense be successful? It seems that the Lions defense prevent “bleeding out” points to their opposition.
Are the aforementioned Zombie Lions “fast” or “slow” zombies? Do they retain memories of their past lives?
Comment by Steve — October 22, 2007 #
Found it! Thanks.
That’s one bad-ass-mutha-truckah right there boyee! Sure wish I could’ve been there and bought him a cold one!
Oh yeah…one more BAMF is Mr. Kitna….thanks for being a tough QB at least for a couple of downs! Keep it up! You’ve got a promise to keep!!
Comment by SleePac — October 23, 2007 #