Lavar wants input?

PennSkinsFan · #1 12-22-2003, 09:59 PM

from the Post:

Linebacker LaVar Arrington said yesterday on his radio segment with John Thompson that he wants some personnel input. Arrington added that he disagreed with the club's decision to jettison tackles Daryl Gardener and Dan Wilkinson, although he didn't blame their replacements.

Skinzaholic · #2 12-22-2003, 10:00 PM

Ummm... even as good as you are Lavar... this is a bit cocky.

Spence · #3 12-22-2003, 10:07 PM

He wants input??? Geez, this guy's ego is even bigger than I thought. Considering his taste in coaches [likes George Edwards, does not like Marvin Lewis] I'm not sure I want to hear this guy's opinion about anything.

#4 12-22-2003, 10:30 PM

Yeah and I want Brittney Spears.

LavarLeap2003 · #5 12-23-2003, 12:04 AM

well i mean, i guess he would know what hes talkin bout since he DOES PLAY IN THE GAME and knows them better then we would ever know them....and plus, i would DEF have daryl and big daddy this year....

#6 12-23-2003, 12:36 AM

yeah and Jordan could run the Wizards too because you know he was a player

Patrick · #7 12-23-2003, 05:32 AM

I listen to the interview and there is more to this than what is being reported (as usual). ......... Doc Walker, indicated that a player like Lavar is what is needed on the Skins, a longtime player, who the Skins are (or will be) invented in, that can give some input about "Who's being brought in" and "Who's being released". ............ I agree with Doc and I behind Lavar. Both have played the game at a high level and feel they both understand some of the interals better than any of us ever will. But that's just my 2.5 cents.

hail2skins · #8 12-23-2003, 05:36 AM

I heard discussions of whether Mike Vick will have some input on who is hired in Atlanta. At least it shows that Lavar is concerned about the team unlike some others. I guess we'll see.

PennSkinsFan · #9 12-23-2003, 08:46 AM

Also shows a bit of concern from lavar and the fact that he wants say or shall i say input means he would love to stick around.

I have heard int he past that Lavar's concern is that spending binge after spending binge has brought in alot of guys that have the "me...me" attitude and it has fostered situations we seee now, where this team is not playing with a chemistry, cohesive approach because there are too many ME ME guys here.

Guess I can see his point. When was the last time we brought in solid vets, not superstars, not multi-million vets, but guys that just contributed to success. I would say the Schotty year we brought in a few like that. Lockett provided a decent third option, Ben Coleman was a cheap alternative that stepped in that year and gave a heckuva solid performance.

Maybe we need to tone down what we are looking for and put work ethic and teamsmanship as priorities on players that come here.

Skinzaholic · #10 12-23-2003, 08:49 AM

I knew there was more to his story then what was reported.

hail2skins · #11 12-23-2003, 08:50 AM

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Originally posted by PennSkinsFan
Also shows a bit of concern from lavar and the fact that he wants say or shall i say input means he would love to stick around.

I have heard int he past that Lavar's concern is that spending binge after spending binge has brought in alot of guys that have the "me...me" attitude and it has fostered situations we seee now, where this team is not playing with a chemistry, cohesive approach because there are too many ME ME guys here.

Guess I can see his point. When was the last time we brought in solid vets, not superstars, not multi-million vets, but guys that just contributed to success. I would say the Schotty year we brought in a few like that. Lockett provided a decent third option, Ben Coleman was a cheap alternative that stepped in that year and gave a heckuva solid performance.

Maybe we need to tone down what we are looking for and put work ethic and teamsmanship as priorities on players that come here.

What about Coles, Thomas?

Skins57 · #12 12-23-2003, 08:55 AM

I am not sure, I agre with a player geting input but this team sure as heck does need some fresh ideas so in other words, I don't know what I think about this

Patrick · #13 12-23-2003, 08:55 AM

PSF - that is exactly what he indicated about team chemistry. AND for what it's worth - he also wants to be a Redskin for his entire career ("for life" as he put it).

PennSkinsFan · #14 12-23-2003, 08:58 AM

H2S, i am not saying all players, but taking a look at the past, Dieon, Bruce Smith, Jeff George, and others, can we say they really cared about DC? Hell No! Coles is worth every penny, he plays hurt, plays well, and has an incredible work ethic. Same goes for Thomas. BUT, this organization does have a repuation of bringing in guys with big paycheck that may not be godo overall for the success of the team.

hail2skins · #15 12-23-2003, 09:05 AM

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Originally posted by PennSkinsFan
H2S, i am not saying all players, but taking a look at the past, Dieon, Bruce Smith, Jeff George, and others, can we say they really cared about DC? Hell No! Coles is worth every penny, he plays hurt, plays well, and has an incredible work ethic. Same goes for Thomas. BUT, this organization does have a repuation of bringing in guys with big paycheck that may not be godo overall for the success of the team.

I guess the question "When was the last time we bought in vets" confused me.