hooskins
06-05-2009, 01:23 AM
Sadly, many young (and veteran) wideouts don't follow this philosophy.
Another thing about Thrash, via Cooley's blog, is he apparently studies and takes notes like no other. He is the true professional as he is 100 percent focused on improving all the time. I am not surprised that Zorn will allow Thrash to take his time; teams have got to love guys like this even if their output may not be as great.
Nflnick11
06-05-2009, 07:32 AM
Ditto to what skinsfan nn said
vallin21
06-05-2009, 09:12 AM
Great character guy, and brings great veteran leadership. I hope he decides to stay around another year.
freddyg12
06-05-2009, 09:54 AM
James Thrash has stretched his career incredibly far & still plays like a rookie looking to make the squad. Along w/Jansen, he's been one of the few solid long-term vets that we've been blessed to have on the team for so long.
If they cut Jansen, Thrash knows that he could be next. At 34 it would be ideal for him to step away & it would be nice to see a vet retire w/the team for a change, rather than go on & play in spot duty somewhere else.
Then again, this dude has made the team beyond crazy odds before. Maybe he'll try once more...
BigHairedAristocrat
06-05-2009, 01:38 PM
I agree with the sentiment everyone seems to be sharing that its time for him to go. His health aside (which is the most important thing for him), its better for the team if he goes, as his vacancy would create a spot for a young guy who we can groom. At this point, it doesnt make sense for us to waste a roster spot on an old, declining #5 WR, who doesnt contribute much to the offense or ST, and at best will only be around another year or two. Right now, he may be a better olayer than a guy like Marko Mitchell, but guys like Mitchell are more "deserving" of the roster spot.
TheSmurfs22
06-05-2009, 04:50 PM
A classy guy all the way. Has has always been one of my favorite players. There are many players who could learn from James Thrash and how to handle themselves like professionals.
Stuck in TX
06-06-2009, 12:55 AM
Great guy, but overall there is good news out of this. Hopefully some of the younger guys will get more of a chance.
Yeah its time for Kelly and Thomas to step it up. No excuses now.
skins89moss
06-06-2009, 06:16 AM
I wish James Thrash the best. I hope he doesn't risk his health to keeping playing cause he has his whole life ahead of him. He is a model for all the young players to mold themselves after. His hard work and dedication makes him a true pro. Good Luck Thrash listen to your body its time to call it a career. God Bless.
53Fan
06-06-2009, 11:06 PM
I thought I heard Larry Michael say something about an announcement Monday. I was only halfway paying attention but it wouldn't surprise me if Thrash announces his retirement.
SBXVII
06-08-2009, 12:06 AM
Another thing about Thrash, via Cooley's blog, is he apparently studies and takes notes like no other. He is the true professional as he is 100 percent focused on improving all the time. I am not surprised that Zorn will allow Thrash to take his time; teams have got to love guys like this even if their output may not be as great.
Not sure what notes he would be taking unless it's what he sees the defenders doing on other teams cause we all know Hixon is not passing any info worth it's weight in gold.
At this point I would almost say fire Hixon and make Thrash the WR coach. Maybe all his notes will finally help the team. ;)