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Charles Scott would never have been able to get those stats given the same opportunities because he was not (AND STILL ISN'T I MIGHT ADD) the same caliber of running back as Hester.

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I like how on one hand you revel in the fact that Flynn played less games in 2007, then post stats to show the difference between JR and MF.

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Did you completely ignore the fact that Flynn had a MUCH worse QB rating, completion percentage and MORE INTs?

It's a sad day when fellow LSU fans will take stats over a National Championship.

its a sad day when LSU fans rail on their former athletes.

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It's a sad day when fellow LSU fans will take stats over a National Championship.

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A shitty simplistic cop out of an argument.

So tell me, was Tee Martin than Payton Manning?

Was Josh Heupel better than Jason White?

Was Craig Krenzel better than Troy Smith?

I'm an LSU fan, I don't give a shite about any of those people.

TBH, I think Jamarcus finds his way to the OL before it's all said and done.

I bet he'd have good feet for a LT.

Oh so now you're comparing JR to Dan Marino

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That's poor logic. You simply don't like JR.


Russell in 2006 - 2 losses in 13 starts

167 rating, 3129 yards, 68 completion percentage, 28 TD, 8 picks


Flynn in 2007 - 2 losses in 11 starts

125 rating, 2407 yards, 56 completion percentage, 21 TDs, 11 picks

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You're seriously going to go on passing yards, completion percentage, touchdowns, and interceptions to rate one quarterback's worth over another? And you say my logic is "poor"?

You are forgetting the single most important stat in which most all logical people evaluate quarterbacks by.

No, not championships. I know that's what you were expecting me to say. While that does show Flynn's superiority in this case, I was referring to something else...MOXIE.

Now, if you're sitting here saying to yourself, "I'm not sure I even know that word even means." don't feel bad --- you're not alone, my friend. Many across the globe aren't accustomed to this word. I took the pleasure of retrieving the definition to enlighten you all.

moxie Show Spelled Pronunciation [mok-see] Show IPA
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–noun Slang. 1. vigor; verve; pep.
2. courage and aggressiveness; nerve.
3. skill; know-how.


Now you're probably saying to yourself, "Wow, this guy is a total idiot. He's not making any sense at all!" Well that's quite alright, I never expected many of you to understand this, anyhow.

But to those of you who are starting to understand the infallibility of Moxie and how it is ABSOLUTELY VITAL to an elite quarterback --- continue reading, and become educated.

As I often do whilst viewing Tiger football games, I jotted down the strengths and weaknesses of JaMarcus Russell throughout his career at LSU. I did the same for Matt Flynn. Since I'm quite sure you are all interested as to exactly what I wrote about each quarterback, I will share my journal entries with each and every one of you.

I decided not to bore you with my ramblings about each strength and weakness and my reasoning for choosing them to save time. Instead, I will make an list of strengths and weaknesses for each quarterback accordingly.


Jamarcus Russell

Strengths
Size
Strength
Throws a spiral

Weaknesses
Moxie
Intelligence
Doesn't throw the ball away
Time management
Stares down receivers
Throws into double coverage
Throws into triple coverage
Inarticulate
Painfully slow
Attempts to run too frequently
Unable to read defenses
Inept
Does not know hot to audible
Has trouble leading receivers



Matt Flynn

Strengths
Moxie
Intelligence
Throws a tight spiral
Throws the ball away if necessary
Checks down receivers
Articulate
Legit 4.5 speed
Knows exactly when to run
Knows exactly when NOT to run
Decision making
Game management
Pro-Style Quarterback

Weaknesses
Occasionally off-target
Rushes things at times


Well there you have it - a completely objective evaluation of two former LSU quarterbacks. You probably noticed something stood out in each list, and if you didn't...you probably lack it. What's it you ask?

You didn't guess it...MOXIE. It was at the top of Flynn's strengths and at the top of Russell's weaknesses. Actually...I wouldn't say it was a weakness of Russell, as much as I would say a nonexistent characteristic of his.

Now at this point, if you're still reading, you've probably joined me in my infallible logic and realize that Matt Flynn just simply has moxie. After all, it IS his middle name.

If you are still reading, and DON'T BELIEVE ME, then I will have to resort to the inarguable evidence.

This is a quote from Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy himself. McCarthy: ''He plays the game with an edge. He's aggressive. Some people refer to it as moxie. I like the way he makes plays with his feet. He can get you out of a bad play. Instinctive, very calm; his disposition is excellent. I think he's a young quarterback that has a very bright future.''

Need I say more. Or are you going to refute the facts from a head coach in the NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE. I know some of you are egotistical maniacs, but come on. COME ON!

I know I can't satisfy everyone --- even with the facts. Still, some of you nega-flynners are probably saying things like, "Wow, he has a quote from ONE person who says he filled with the power that is moxie."

Well I came prepared.

A quote from the starting quarterback of the Packers, Aaron Rodgers.
Rodgers: ''Both Matt and Brian did a great job mentally. Matt just showed that moxie, that ability once he got into a game to make plays. Knowing how it goes sometimes with those second(-string) guys - the protection is not always perfect, the mental mistakes are going to be more because you're playing with guys that haven't had a lot of experience in games - I was really impressed with the way he handled everything.''

NOW I FIND IT HARD TO BELIEVE MIKE MCCARTHY AND AARON RODGERS BOTH HAD A SECRET MEETING BEFORE THE GAME AND MCCARTHY TOLD HIM, "YOU BETTER TALK ABOUT MATT FLYNN AND HIS MOXIE IN THE POST-GAME INTERVIEW OR YOU'RE OUT OF HERE"

No, I think it only means one thing. Here's one more quote.

'My dad's been dead almost 14 years now, but his nickname for Matt was 'Ironhead.' He always used to say, 'Don't tell him he can't do something.' ''Because if you do, Matt Flynn is going to show you his moxie and do it.''I don't think I've ever once listened to what people say around me - what the media says, what fans say - good or bad,'' Flynn said.

As a closing to this post, I will leave you all with a YouTube clip some of you true tiger fans are familiar with. If you watch this, and still feel that Jamarcus Russell was/will be a better quarterback than Matt "Moxie" Flynn, then I truly feel sorry for you.

My Hero

I rest my case, tiger nation.