re: JaMarcus Russell ESPN OTL comeback story (with link to video)

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Love what he did for LSU in 2005 and 2006. I don't really care about him being lazy and spending his money carelessly. What bothers me about JaMarcus is him wearing a Crimson Tide jacket. I'm not saying I hate the guy; he had a great run at LSU and led the Tigers to several victories (21 I believe), so I'll always be appreciative of his efforts. But why the frick would you wear Bama attire if you bleed purple and gold?

I've heard the argument, "He's 'repping his home state," and it's fine to be proud of your home state. If he were wearing a "Sweet home Alabama" T-Shirt, or a shirt with the shape of Alabama, I'd be okay with that, but why would wear a rival's attire if you are a lifetime Tiger?

I love the state of Texas, but I'm an LSU fan, so I would never wear a UT or A&M shirt. I doubt Les Miles ever wore an Ohio State jersey after he played for Michigan, even though he's from the state of Ohio, so the whole "'repping his state" argument simply doesn't fly.

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