gilthorp Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 Yesterday was the first day all season that I was able to sit down and watch the NFL ticket with ZERO interruptions, and although I can't see myself ever being able to do this Sunday after Sunday after Sunday, it was great to see some huge hits as they happened. The first hit was delivered to Barlow by LB Robert Thomas. Absolutely stuck. The second big hit I saw was the punishing blow that Blalock took from a player on Oakland. He did return, but was looking a bit woozy on the sidelines most of the afternoon. The third hit was dished out by John Lynch and was given to Jesse Chatman, and unfortunately, even though it's part of the game, I'm sure Lynch will get fined for that helmet to helmet blow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 The third hit was dished out by John Lynch and was given to Jesse Chatman, and unfortunately, even though it's part of the game, I'm sure Lynch will get fined for that helmet to helmet blow. 595843[/snapback] First thing I thought of too. But I'm sure Lynch could give 2 you know whats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squeegiebo Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 That hit in the PIT-JAX game when the JAX punt returner chose not to call for a fair catch was pretty cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 The first hit was delivered to Barlow by LB Robert Thomas. Absolutely stuck. 595843[/snapback] Barlow got drilled. Hit Of The Year. . .so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REZ Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 I don't see how they fine Lynch for that hit. The guy was spinning trying to break loose from another player when Lynch came in. I think Chatman even ducked his head down a little as he turned. And that was a great hit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Pimp Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 I don't see how they fine Lynch for that hit. The guy was spinning trying to break loose from another player when Lynch came in. I think Chatman even ducked his head down a little as he turned. And that was a great hit. 595987[/snapback] I thought I heard Nantz say that Lynch will get fined for that, then Simms said that you can do helmet-to-helmet...just not against the QB. Jacked Up on Countdown tonight should be one of the best ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilthorp Posted December 6, 2004 Author Share Posted December 6, 2004 I thought I heard Nantz say that Lynch will get fined for that, then Simms said that you can do helmet-to-helmet...just not against the QB. Jacked Up on Countdown tonight should be one of the best ever. 595997[/snapback] If the three I listed aren't in the top 5, I'd be surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 If the three I listed aren't in the top 5, I'd be surprised. 596010[/snapback] There'll be at least one from the Steelers - Jaguars game as well. And you can't helmet to helmet QB's or WR's, not sure about RB's, but I think it's the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crispy Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 That hit in the PIT-JAX game when the JAX punt returner chose not to call for a fair catch was pretty cool. That was a gem. Ball gets there a fraction of a second later, its trouble. Best pop I've seen in a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Pimp Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 And you can't helmet to helmet QB's or WR's, not sure about RB's, but I think it's the same. 596023[/snapback] That's what I thought too. Maybe Simms was mistaken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilthorp Posted December 6, 2004 Author Share Posted December 6, 2004 Isn't leading with the crown the same regardless of who you're hitting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 Good article: http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/pasquarelli_len/1453891.html It is not as if the rules for excessive contact or illegal use of the helmet are new to the league, commissioner Paul Tagliabue points out. They were enacted in 1995 and have not been altered since. But there is now more emphasis on protecting so-called "defenseless" players, and on assuring that high-priced quarterbacks remain perpendicular, not prone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 Better Info: http://www.jt-sw.com/football/pro/index.ns...cuments/0-rules Hits with the helmet or to the head by the defender will be flagged as personal fouls and subject to fines. This is being done to protect the offense, particularly the quarterback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 And last but not least, the official NFL rules: http://www.nfl.com/news/rulesdigest.html I'm done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Dick Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 That Blaylock hit was incredible. We were looking to see if his head was rolling around on the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Furley Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 That Blaylock hit was incredible. We were looking to see if his head was rolling around on the field. 596346[/snapback] I didn't see that one, but wish I would have. Lynch rocked Chatman! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turf Boy Posted December 6, 2004 Share Posted December 6, 2004 That Blaylock hit was incredible. We were looking to see if his head was rolling around on the field. 596346[/snapback] Yep, that was a crusher! I didn't know if he was going to get up on his own after that pop. Blaylock seems pretty tuff. It looked like the defenders helmet caught Blaylock on his chinstrap. Brutal hit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guggs Posted December 7, 2004 Share Posted December 7, 2004 Gotta agree with Squeegiebo, big hit on the punt return. Bet he will think about calling for a fair catch in the future! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Like Soup Posted December 7, 2004 Share Posted December 7, 2004 That hit in the PIT-JAX game when the JAX punt returner chose not to call for a fair catch was pretty cool. 595880[/snapback] That game was pure smashmouth football. Those guys were beating the pi$$ out of each other! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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