Jarvis Jones, running backs … and return of the Power Rangers?
This blog was posted Sunday night about an hour before the news of Larry Munson’s death broke, at which point I put up a Munson memorial. For those of you who might have missed this earlier entry, here it is again …
Jarvis Jones: The Beast of the East! (Brant Sanderlin / AJC)
Week in, week out I don’t think there’s any doubt who’s been the player of the year for the SEC East champions: Jarvis Jones.
Against the Cats, Jones, who transferred to Georgia from Southern Cal after the staff there decided an injury had made him no longer fit to play, had another 2.5 sacks, giving him a conference-leading 12.5 for the season. The former Trojan also forced the fumble that set up Georgia’s only touchdown.
LSU may have its Honey Badger, but Georgia has the Beast of the East. Thank you, USC! …
Some Georgia fans, including former quarterback Buck Belue, are wondering why Isaiah Crowell didn’t attempt to return to the game Saturday with a taped up ankle if, as Mark Richt said Sunday, he’s expected to be ready to play against Georgia Tech.
As Buck put it in his blog: “Must have been more than a tweak, right? How could a competitor sit there and watch his offense struggle like that, if it were just a tweak? Got to figure a competitor would have felt the urge to tape it up tight and go. Tough it out. So, his ankle must be hurting … or he’s just not that much of a competitor. And if it’s hurt that bad, how could he be ready to go on Saturday against Georgia Tech? Just saying.”
Of course, there’s another possible explanation: The Dogs didn’t absolutely need Crowell to return to the game in order to beat Kentucky, and so the coaching staff elected to keep him safely on the sideline.
I don’t know which it was, but, judging from the conservative playcalling (ranging from vanilla runs up the middle to not going for a field goal on fourth down late in the fourth quarter), it looked to me like Mike Bobo and Richt decided the defense was playing well enough to win and there was no need to take any further risks on offense.
As Bobo said after the game, “We did enough to win.” …
Two more thoughts on the subject of running backs: Richt was still mum Sunday on Carlton Thomas’ future but you’ve got to figure that, unless there are some extenuating circumstances, a third full-game suspension this season, especially coming just two weeks after his last one, is likely to mean we’ve seen the last of No. 30. … And let’s hope recruiting target Keith Marshall had the same thought Saturday that many UGA fans had: Crowell spends so much time on the sideline, for one reason or another, that if Marshall comes to Georgia he ought to have plenty of opportunity to play as a true freshman. …
Finally, here’s an unconfirmed rumor out of Athens: The seniors told Richt that if they won the SEC East they’d like the chance to wear those Nike Power Ranger uniforms again in the Georgia Dome, one source says, and he told them they could.
Now, from what I understand the SEC West representative will be the home team this year, and if it’s anyone other than LSU, that would preclude the Dogs being red. But if it’s LSU, which prefers white jerseys even at home, it could happen.
I’m hoping the rumor isn’t true, though. Sure, I think the team deserves some sort of reward for winning the East and I’m not automatically against red tops and bottoms for a special occasion. And the silver helmets weren’t awful.
But those tacky no-name jerseys worn against Boise State? Please, no!
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286 comments Add your comment
Hill Bentley
November 21st, 2011
4:27 pm
Leave the “Power Rangers” for the comic books. I would rather make a statement by the quality of play and not those awful uniforms.
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
4:27 pm
The kid is only a freshman! Come on man! He was not born a veteran of the game it takes time to get your body trained……. Like I’ve always said one salad won’t make you skinny and one twinkie won’t make you fat!
Hill Bentley
November 21st, 2011
4:30 pm
Leave the “Power Rangers” to the comic books. Make a statement with quality of play, not an awful fashion statement.
CHDawg
November 21st, 2011
4:30 pm
Crowell=soft, I’m not sure if you keep up, but Lattimore is gone for the season. That is what UGA is trying to avoid. They are all human….except for Richardson. It isn’t fair to bring him up.
Still@theKool-aidBAR
November 21st, 2011
4:30 pm
@48 I don’t know about that twinkie thing especially if it is Fried. LOL
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
4:31 pm
Trent is a junior at bama he ran behind ingram for two years! And crowell is not the same kind of back as lattimore….
AltamahaDawg
November 21st, 2011
4:32 pm
I have no idea what is in his heart. All I know for sure about him was that he picked Georgia despite having its worst year in a long time, probably would have been a better “me” pick to go someplace else, came in and competed for the job, carried the ball for us as much as almost anyone in the SEC irrespective of class, has played through some nics and bruises, has always been polite and respectful that I am aware of, paid for a couple of mistake WAY more than he would have at any other SEC school, (and I would argue more so than past players), and seems to be willing, coachable, and talented. So based on that, I don’t assume to know anymore about him than I do.
CHDawg
November 21st, 2011
4:32 pm
I would note that Richardson didn’t and doesn’t play all the time. Bama’s philosophy is that running in the SEC beats these guys up and you better use a stable of horses, which they have done consistently. Ingram didn’t play hurt, either.
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
4:32 pm
Wow a fried twinkle now my mouth is watering! LOL
Tech=highSchoolOffense
November 21st, 2011
4:33 pm
Tech Sucks, crowell is a whimp and those red things from the first game are horibble……back in black baby!!!!!
Heckuva Dawg
November 21st, 2011
4:34 pm
Joe Tereshinksi needs to take a very personal interest in Crowell this offseason and get him in better shape.
Bigdsel5556
November 21st, 2011
4:37 pm
I say black jerseys and silver helmets. Or just black jerseys. Or the Nike unis. But with silver britches.
Crowell = Soft
November 21st, 2011
4:38 pm
Crowell was the top running back in the NATION. All we are asking for is 25 carries a game and no off field problems. We get zero carries and testing positive for drug use…
AltamahaDawg
November 21st, 2011
4:39 pm
I think folks need to go and actually look at how many times Crowell has carried the ball so far, as compared to Lattimore and Richardson, before they make pointless contrasts.
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
4:40 pm
It want matter about the uniforms the west is the home team this year ( if I’m not mistaken) and arky is going to beat LSU!
LagDawg
November 21st, 2011
4:41 pm
I agree with Belue. Crowell goes out every game with some sort of injury. He did not prepare himself for the punishment of the SEC. He shows no determination and a lazy attitude. The prema donna status he was given will not get him to the NFL. He has attitude has not shown that he was the #1 RB from high school. He does need to play with more heart and determination. Build yourself up IC and you might be a top RB in the NCAA. I have not been impressed with the way he takes himself out of the game. Injuries happen in football, but you have to play through them. Carlton Thomas needs to go. Bring in 3 RB’s this year and keep the train moving. IF they can’t get with the program, get rid of them. A big lack of discipline at the RB position and that falls on the OC and the RB coach. The change at DC did wonders for the team and now it’s time to revamp the Offensive side of the ball.
DawgInaTruck
November 21st, 2011
4:42 pm
I wouldn’t give up on Crowell just yet. I have a child his same age and I can only imagine how my own would fare under the same demands, pressure and spotlight. We forget he is still basically a child. If you have children, think of your own at 17 or 18; there was/is still a lot of growing up to do.
And btw, Kool-Aid Bar, thanks a lot! Now I’m craving twinkies. At 48, I firmly believe only one can do damage but how would I know? I’ve never been able to stop at one.
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
4:44 pm
Yea crowell is a little girl! And so is AJ GREEN he was the top wide receiver coming out of high school and he got hurt and was suspended for four games last year and cost us our season and that’s why every body hates BOBO!……..
Still @ the bar…….. Please go fry me a twinkee Im starving!
Crowell = Soft
November 21st, 2011
4:46 pm
I was about to state what Buck Belue said as well. Most running backs tape up a sore ankle and continue playing. That’s not only me thinking that, its the qb from the 1980 Championship team saying that. Belue knows that Herschel would have taped it up and played !
VA DAWG
November 21st, 2011
4:46 pm
Can’t believe someone is stealing my handle again, be original please!
Crowell = Soft
November 21st, 2011
4:50 pm
I recall that Herschel was a freshmen too that dominated. I’m tired of all these UGA running backs with poor moral character. This goes back to recruiting. Richt’s a devout Christian but many of his players are basically criminals.
Still@theKool-aidBAR
November 21st, 2011
4:50 pm
48 go to the Texas State Fair they make them.
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
4:51 pm
It was a high ankle sprain……..
Your correct I forget that their is more padding around the ankle and no pads at all on the shoulders!
AltamahaDawg
November 21st, 2011
4:54 pm
Well in that case “most” RB would have made winning that game less likely. Thanks, most RBs.
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
4:54 pm
You can’t compare crowell to Herschel that’s not fair to the kid…….. Herschel is a one of a kind back…….
It’s not even fair to compare any running back to him……
old dog
November 21st, 2011
4:56 pm
I’m so tired of Crowell the quitter. Huntin’ his free NFL ride. Harton took licks that would send I.C. cryin’ to Mamma, but stayed in. LSU will have him RACING to the sidelines, bad ankle and all while the rest of the team guts it out……you think they ain;t studdied up on the fact that this guy leaves after a hit from the water-girl?????????
AltamahaDawg
November 21st, 2011
4:56 pm
Crowell=soft, (aka, various) Let me guess….you really liked that Lemay kid?
Carlton Wiff No Brain
November 21st, 2011
4:57 pm
How dumb is Carlton Thomas ? He was the # 2 back and would have been the # 1 back since Crowell (hanging toenail) couldn’t play against Ky. A perfect opportunity to showcase his talents to the NFL scouts. But no, he does something stupid again off the field and doesn’t play…
Once is enough
November 21st, 2011
4:57 pm
Load those crappy looking uniforms on a truck, dump them in Nike’s parking lot, soak’em in gasoline, light a match and NEVER SPEAK A WORD OF THEM AGAIN !! PLEASE !!
tell me again
November 21st, 2011
5:00 pm
I think Buck’s comment was out of line. Who is he to question anybody’s heart? And besides, his only claim to fame is that he was able to hand the ball off to Herschel. He wouldn’t make the scout team jf he was playing today.
Carlton Wiff No Brain
November 21st, 2011
5:01 pm
There’s been hundreds and probably thousands of frehmen come in and dominate in college since the 1950’s. Crowell was put on a pedestal by Rivals.com not me. He should just play up to his perceived ability.
tell me again
November 21st, 2011
5:02 pm
I think Buck’s comment was out of line. Who is he to question anybody’s heart? And besides, his only claim to fame is that he was able to hand the ball off to Herschel. He wouldn’t make the scout team if he was playing today. And that pass to Lindsey Scott, it only covered 8 yards, Lindsey did the rest. He needs to comment on the game, not the players.
Carlton Wiff No Brain
November 21st, 2011
5:03 pm
Yeah, that pass from Belue to Lindsay Scott was nothing. You aren’t a UGA fan obviously…
OldFan
November 21st, 2011
5:05 pm
I imagine that it was a little of both with Crowell. He wasn’t looking to play injured, and UGA could win without him. He’s been pampered this season. Fair enough. He’s immensely talented, but unseasoned and unconditioned for SEC play. Toughen him up over the off-season, and if his heart gets to the right place, he’ll still become a special player.
AltamahaDawg
November 21st, 2011
5:07 pm
Well to be fair, Rivals never rated Crowell on having to carry the n*tsaks for so many grown men.
Still@theKool-aidBAR
November 21st, 2011
5:10 pm
Carlton Wiff No Brain
November 21st, 2011
5:03 pm
Yeah, that pass from Belue to Lindsay Scott was nothing. You aren’t a UGA fan obviously…
You mean the 12 yard pass to Lindsay? Wow that was a great pass. i mean he should have been the next Fran Tarkington after that pass.
no dog
November 21st, 2011
5:11 pm
In order to win the sec champ game in the dome, Crowell probably should be rested during the Tech game…you won’t need him there…and make sure you beat-up on LSU (or Arky).
SYRUPMAKER 61
November 21st, 2011
5:12 pm
GA SHOULD WEAR BLACK FOR THE TECH GAME TO HONOR LARRY MUNSON AND NEVER WEAR THE POWER RANGER UNIFORMS AGAIN
Still@theKool-aidBAR
November 21st, 2011
5:13 pm
The Football Herschel Walker and Bo Jackson carried was sooooo much lighter than the one Crowell has to carry!!!!!!!!!!
David Granger
November 21st, 2011
5:18 pm
Let’s see here: Wear the uniform that the fans love and respect, or wear that sissy crap that you wore when you got your tails kicked by a team that’s not nearly as talented?
I’ll bet Mark Richt is just giggling and peeing in his britches with glee….
Dawg48
November 21st, 2011
5:22 pm
Still
The one crowell caries has two more laces on it!
icedawg
November 21st, 2011
5:24 pm
I say, let ‘em wear the freaky costumes since they’ve made it to the championship.
Rob
November 21st, 2011
5:30 pm
Hopefully, they get the right cleats for the GA dome turf this time. Several players slipped and fell early in the Boise State game and cost us at least a couple of completions and tackles. The missed completions early killed the drives.
puppydawg
November 21st, 2011
5:31 pm
The Power Ranger unis should be burned, forgotten and never spoken of again. To say they look like fecal matter is an insult to fecal matter.
UGA07
November 21st, 2011
5:38 pm
Love the traditional uniform however yield to the players that have exceed expectations.
Go Dawgs!
November 21st, 2011
5:40 pm
If Crowell doesn’t get his act together and man up he won’t even see the field his jr or sr. years once Derrick Henry gets here.
I live in Jacksonville and I will tell anyone who’s within reasonable distance of Yulee, FL if you have a chance next season go see this young man play. He is worth the price of admission. He AVERAGED 300yds rushing his first 6 games this season, and just this past friday in Yulee’s playoff game he ran for 308yds 4TDs on I think 19 carries.
Check this out, if THIS doesn’t get you excited nothing will…enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qz-UFmTIJRM
Go Dawgs!
FtWorthDawg
November 21st, 2011
5:43 pm
You can’t wear black unis at Tech because they are dark uniforms and the home team always gets the dark uniforms or actually the choice of uniform and most always chooses the darker color. People are saying to go with the pro-combat or the black unis for the SECC because IF LSU gets in they will be the home team and they prefer to wear the lighter color as the home team which would give us the opportunity to wear either the red pro-combat OR the black jerseys. In that case, I like the idea of wearing the black jerseys in honor of Larry.
Still@theKool-aidBAR
November 21st, 2011
5:47 pm
48………..now that was funny. Do you have the Bailer on speed dial this weekend? LOL
BurytheBone
November 21st, 2011
5:47 pm
I think they should wear black the rest of the season. In honor of Munson. Also think we sandbagged this past weekend
Still@theKool-aidBAR
November 21st, 2011
5:48 pm
@Rob…………………..how do you get WRONG Cleats for a Fake Grass Field?