Lavar Arrington calls Joe Gibbs a Coward

[JoeRedskin]

I remember all the LaVar Love that went on when Williams wouldn't play him. It was as if LaVar was some superhero who was being deeply wronged by an egotistical coach. Perhaps Williams was right and the LaVar Lovers were wrong. Hmmmmm, imagine that.

I still remember Gibbs' first draft day party held at FedEx. He, Buges and Williams were on a stage soaking in the fans excitement and someone shouted out to Gibbs "how you gonna get a pass-rush". Gibbs gave some answer about finding ways to maike it happen while behind his back Williams kept flashing "5" "6" with his hands. These guys came in thinking LaVar was gonna be the man. But just like with every other pro coach he had, LaVar was gonna be LaVar and damn the assignment.

He has been bad mouthing Gibbs from the moment he left the Skins. At one of his first Giants' news conferences, he was asked who the worst coach he ever played for was and, without hesitating, he said Gibbs. I lost ALL respect for him after that.

One last note: After leaving, the players were asked about his departure and one (identified only as a "team leader") responded along the lines "he made a couple of plays a game, but there were at least three games where his mistakes cost us the game."

The LaVar Lovers always made excuses for this waste of talent, but I just think he was an overrated me-first player. If only Fletcher had LaVar's talent, he would be the best LB in the history of the game (not saying Fletch is not talented only that Fletch gets the most out every bit of his ability).

[70Chip]

If you're going to spend your time in the D.C. area being a professional ex-Redskin, it's probably best to focus on positive things. Sonny Jurgensen hated George Allen so he chooses to talk about Lombardi instead. If he's asked about Allen he tells a funny story or he calmly admits that the two weren't a match made in heaven.

It must be hard to have to retire at such a young age, though. (although I would definitely give it a go for that money) Some people just can't overcome knee injuries at all. Or amybe they take longer than others and the team tries to push them to come back too soon, or they push themselves. All I know is that Lavar definitely lossed a step after he hurt his knee and without the speed, he didn't have much to recommend him as a player.

[hooskins]

Originally Posted by 70Chip

If you're going to spend your time in the D.C. area being a professional ex-Redskin, it's probably best to focus on positive things. Sonny Jurgensen hated George Allen so he chooses to talk about Lombardi instead. If he's asked about Allen he tells a funny story or he calmly admits that the two weren't a match made in heaven.

Exactly, GMscud Lavar should take this as an example. Clearly he isn't smart enough to realize how to behave professionally.

Gibbs is a legend, and LaVar is not. Period. It is what it is, and there are repercussions when you call out someone the caliber of Gibbs. This isn't just something unique of the Skins, happens all over the league and the real world.

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by JoeRedskin

I remember all the LaVar Love that went on when Williams wouldn't play him. It was as if LaVar was some superhero who was being deeply wronged by an egotistical coach. Perhaps Williams was right and the LaVar Lovers were wrong. Hmmmmm, imagine that.

I still remember Gibbs' first draft day party held at FedEx. He, Buges and Williams were on a stage soaking in the fans excitement and someone shouted out to Gibbs "how you gonna get a pass-rush". Gibbs gave some answer about finding ways to maike it happen while behind his back Williams kept flashing "5" "6" with his hands. These guys came in thinking LaVar was gonna be the man. But just like with every other pro coach he had, LaVar was gonna be LaVar and damn the assignment.

He has been bad mouthing Gibbs from the moment he left the Skins. At one of his first Giants' news conferences, he was asked who the worst coach he ever played for was and, without hesitating, he said Gibbs. I lost ALL respect for him after that.

One last note: After leaving, the players were asked about his departure and one (identified only as a "team leader") responded along the lines "he made a couple of plays a game, but there were at least three games where his mistakes cost us the game."

The LaVar Lovers always made excuses for this waste of talent, but I just think he was an overrated me-first player. If only Fletcher had LaVar's talent, he would be the best LB in the history of the game (not saying Fletch is not talented only that Fletch gets the most out every bit of his ability).

I would say if only Fletch had Lavar's body/size but talent wise Fletch is got this guy beat.

[Southpaw]

Originally Posted by JoeRedskin

I remember all the LaVar Love that went on when Williams wouldn't play him. It was as if LaVar was some superhero who was being deeply wronged by an egotistical coach. Perhaps Williams was right and the LaVar Lovers were wrong. Hmmmmm, imagine that.

LaVar has become a crybaby and these particular comments are just sad, but I find it hard to believe than anyone with an ounce of football knowledge(including Gregg Williams), thinks that in 2005, Warrick Holdman was a better option at outside linebacker than LaVar Arrington.

[JoeRedskin]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

LaVar has become a crybaby and these particular comments are just sad, but I find it hard to believe than anyone with an ounce of football knowledge(including Gregg Williams), thinks that in 2005, Warrick Holdman was a better option at outside linebacker than LaVar Arrington.

Certainly LaVar had more talent and Holdman was getting pushed around BUT at least Holdman could be counted on to be in the right general area. With LaVar it became obvious to all but the diehard LaVar Lovers that there were times it was like playing with 10 men on the field. It was Brandon Lloyd before Lloyd was here - Great talent, zero accountability.

[skinsnut]

Originally Posted by Southpaw

Warrick Holdman was a better option at outside linebacker than LaVar Arrington.

I think you just nailed the source of the bitterness here.

At least Holdman did what his coaches said to do...Arrington did not play within the scheme and couldn't be trusted on the field.