Give J Jeff His Due

I recently had the privilege to spend some quality time listening to Jordan Jefferson wax eloquent on a variety of subjects, ranging from the Tigers chances in 2011 to matters of the heart.

He was seated two tables from me at Chimes on a Tuesday afternoon, engaged in playful give and take with a group of J.Jeffs (the moniker used by his on campus fan base). I was surprised and pleased by his knowledge of football, in particular the intricacies of the LSU two minute offense.

Although I could not make out every word, it sounded as if JJ has mastered the majority of Coach Miles’ offensive battle plans, a fact that cannot be attributed to any LSU quarterback since Matt Flynn.

The whole experience made me realize that the Tigers may be best served by putting 2011 in the impressively large hands of Mr. Jefferson and allowing the young brute Mettenburger to learn slowly and methodically under JJ’s tutelage. His knowledge of the system and experience under fire can only prepare the understudy for HIS big day on the stage. Who wins? Tiger fans. That’s who.

For those haters who unfairly criticize JJ’s leadership abilities, simply hearken back to the Cotton Bowl video (you know you have it saved). With LSU’s pride and reputation on the line, and the team seemingly melting under the intense pressure of the national stage, JJ grabbed the team’s proverbial facemask and gave it a hearty rattle, finally earning the admiration and respect of the team and coaching staff while throwing his name in the hat for the 2011 Heisman race.

Get those BCS Championship tickets on order now, folks. New Orleans is going to be rocking in January 2012, and Jordan Jefferson will be the straw that stirs our drink. Le Bon Temps Roulette and Geaux Tigers!