12-24-2015, 01:01 PM
(12-24-2015, 12:11 PM)bfine32 Wrote: I don't get the Gresham stuff either. Dude had over 45 catches every year he wore stripes, was our best receiver in 2 of his 3 playoff games, often went beastmode once he caught the ball, and was a fine blocker.
He was a free agent that a lot of teams wanted; both before and after the surgery to repair a herniated disc that he battle through while playing here.
It is simple, most of our fans don't look at blocking for any TE, RB or WR so they miss these guys block more than they run or catch passes. We see the same thing with our DL and backers, they defend the run or tackle much more than they defend the pass or rush the passer. Some fans measure these guys on sacks or passes caught (offensive guys) because they don't know the game well enough to know a guy like Peko plays a role, MJ plays a role and the role is to stop the run first.
I am so ready for 2024 season. I love pro football and hoping for a great Bengals year. Regardless, always remember it is a game and entertainment.