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Mett is Louisiana People
Posted on 12/5/13 at 12:42 pm
Posted on 12/5/13 at 12:42 pm
I searched so SIAP. Can;t find the article online, but I got this article in an email...
A tribute to Zach Mettenberger, and his brilliant LSU career.
I'll never forget Zach Mettenberger.
There is something distinctly Louisiana about him. He may be six foot five and from Georgia, but if you hadn't told me any different, I'd have sworn he's a Dufrene or a Robichaux or a Jarreau. It's not something you truly understand, unless you've been to Louisiana for anything more than an away game or a vacation. Everyone else is from a state, or a country, but if you are from the boot, you are Louisiana people. Zach Mettenberger is Louisiana people.
Louisiana people know how to take a punch. I watched Zach Mettenberger get hit in the mouth, weekly, routinely, no matter the opponent. For two years, he kept getting up. There is perhaps no more enduring image of our quarterback than him picking himself up off the ground, shunning any help, and walking off the field in Tuscaloosa... pride intact.
Louisiana people love a redemption story. Following the Arkansas game, Miles said Mettenberger wasn't the same guy he met three years ago. Even from a faraway perspective, it's easy to tell that's the truth. Mettenberger came to LSU broken, needing a second chance. One of the great aspects of college football is the opportunity to watch boys grow into men. We were privileged to see Mettenberger grow before our eyes, not just as a football player, but as a man. It's easy to become cynical regarding troubled collegiate athletes and the many second chances they are given. Mettenberger took advantage of his second chance, rather than taking it for granted.
Louisiana people love some good hijinks. In his first ever SEC appearance, Mettenberger called his own number, likely bucking the up-the-middle run call that came in from the coaches. He scored on the play, though the officials spotted him at the one, and he was then humbled by Les Miles, forced to take four consecutive knees to surrender the ball back to a beaten down Ole Miss team.
Louisiana people love drama. The 2013 offense, captained by Mettenberger, lead the nation in third down conversions, some of them coming in spectacular fashion. Mettenberger saw 3rd and 23 as an opportunity, not an obstacle. Just when opponents would feel they're comfortable, pushing LSU into a near impossible situation, there Mettenberger would stand up, deliver a strike to one of his favor targets and move the chains.
Louisiana people are prideful, tough, and full of character. Louisiana people are fearless, resilient and tenacious. Nothing can slow Louisiana people, not flood waters, not corruption, not oil spills. Just the moment you think they are beaten, never to return, they bounce back bigger, better, more lively than ever.
And that's how I'll remember Zach Mettenberger. A warrior that stared adversity in the eyes and made it blink. An I'll-take-your-best-shot-and-get-right-back-up-again sonuvabitch that doesn't need your help walking off the field. A special player, and a special person, that we were lucky to witness. A man who's final pass was a miracle completion, and that that didn't shock me at all. A man who sings "Forever, LSU" and means it.
Louisiana people are Zach Mettenberger. Zach Mettenberger is Louisiana people.
A tribute to Zach Mettenberger, and his brilliant LSU career.
I'll never forget Zach Mettenberger.
There is something distinctly Louisiana about him. He may be six foot five and from Georgia, but if you hadn't told me any different, I'd have sworn he's a Dufrene or a Robichaux or a Jarreau. It's not something you truly understand, unless you've been to Louisiana for anything more than an away game or a vacation. Everyone else is from a state, or a country, but if you are from the boot, you are Louisiana people. Zach Mettenberger is Louisiana people.
Louisiana people know how to take a punch. I watched Zach Mettenberger get hit in the mouth, weekly, routinely, no matter the opponent. For two years, he kept getting up. There is perhaps no more enduring image of our quarterback than him picking himself up off the ground, shunning any help, and walking off the field in Tuscaloosa... pride intact.
Louisiana people love a redemption story. Following the Arkansas game, Miles said Mettenberger wasn't the same guy he met three years ago. Even from a faraway perspective, it's easy to tell that's the truth. Mettenberger came to LSU broken, needing a second chance. One of the great aspects of college football is the opportunity to watch boys grow into men. We were privileged to see Mettenberger grow before our eyes, not just as a football player, but as a man. It's easy to become cynical regarding troubled collegiate athletes and the many second chances they are given. Mettenberger took advantage of his second chance, rather than taking it for granted.
Louisiana people love some good hijinks. In his first ever SEC appearance, Mettenberger called his own number, likely bucking the up-the-middle run call that came in from the coaches. He scored on the play, though the officials spotted him at the one, and he was then humbled by Les Miles, forced to take four consecutive knees to surrender the ball back to a beaten down Ole Miss team.
Louisiana people love drama. The 2013 offense, captained by Mettenberger, lead the nation in third down conversions, some of them coming in spectacular fashion. Mettenberger saw 3rd and 23 as an opportunity, not an obstacle. Just when opponents would feel they're comfortable, pushing LSU into a near impossible situation, there Mettenberger would stand up, deliver a strike to one of his favor targets and move the chains.
Louisiana people are prideful, tough, and full of character. Louisiana people are fearless, resilient and tenacious. Nothing can slow Louisiana people, not flood waters, not corruption, not oil spills. Just the moment you think they are beaten, never to return, they bounce back bigger, better, more lively than ever.
And that's how I'll remember Zach Mettenberger. A warrior that stared adversity in the eyes and made it blink. An I'll-take-your-best-shot-and-get-right-back-up-again sonuvabitch that doesn't need your help walking off the field. A special player, and a special person, that we were lucky to witness. A man who's final pass was a miracle completion, and that that didn't shock me at all. A man who sings "Forever, LSU" and means it.
Louisiana people are Zach Mettenberger. Zach Mettenberger is Louisiana people.
Posted on 12/5/13 at 12:47 pm to ellis mike the tiger
Mett
And a really good little piece there.
And a really good little piece there.
Posted on 12/5/13 at 12:47 pm to ellis mike the tiger
NB4 Bitch Im from Looooooeeeeeziana!
but yeah I'm Louisiana proud too.
but yeah I'm Louisiana proud too.
Posted on 12/5/13 at 1:07 pm to ellis mike the tiger
quote:
The 2013 offense, captained by Mettenberger, lead the nation in third down conversions, some of them coming in spectacular fashion. Mettenberger saw 3rd and 23 as an opportunity, not an obstacle.
This is the thing that I most appreciate about Mett's play this year and will always remember. Despite whatever frustrations this season has held, I always felt like we had a chance on third down, regardless the distance. It's quite a luxury to have as a fan. And not many QBs give you that.
Posted on 12/5/13 at 1:08 pm to ellis mike the tiger
Loved the article, and love ZM. Good luck to AJ....I think he'll do well, but I'll miss Mett. For the first time in several years, I never felt like we were out of a game as long as he was taking snaps.
At the end of the day, I'm not sure a quarterback can have a greater attribute than being able to inspire confidence in those around him. He had that part down.
At the end of the day, I'm not sure a quarterback can have a greater attribute than being able to inspire confidence in those around him. He had that part down.
Posted on 12/5/13 at 1:10 pm to TigerTreyjpg
well said...hope he stays in LA 4 ever....
Posted on 12/5/13 at 1:22 pm to ellis mike the tiger
Here's the LINK
Posted on 12/5/13 at 1:34 pm to Cap Crunch
He will forever be welcomed in the Boot...
He stared down the gun barrel and never flinched...
He stared down the gun barrel and never flinched...
Posted on 12/5/13 at 1:44 pm to ellis mike the tiger
Downvoted for not giving ATVS props.
Posted on 12/5/13 at 1:56 pm to ellis mike the tiger
Your thread, I dig it.
Mett forever a great Tiger
ATVS
Mett forever a great Tiger
ATVS
This post was edited on 12/5/13 at 2:01 pm
Posted on 12/5/13 at 2:47 pm to ellis mike the tiger
I hope Zach has seen this. I'm sure it'll raise his spirits a little. The video clip of him after the game letting it all out was very emotional and very telling.
Posted on 12/5/13 at 6:08 pm to ellis mike the tiger
Me thinks you have the makings of a poet. Love what you wrote. Mett will be remembered by LSU fans..........forever!
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