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Javier Arenas + Tyrone Prothro = David Palmer

That pass from Sherman Williams to Palmer was awesome.

"When people fear their government, there is tyranny; when the government fears their people, there is liberty" - Thomas Jefferson

by BamaReturns07 on Jul 18, 2009 9:16 AM CDT reply actions  

I dunno about that

Palmer is the most exciting player I’ve ever seen, but you’re selling Prothro a bit short. Prothro could block like a fullback when it called for it, a skill my 13 year old mind doesn’t recall seeing in Palmer.

by Bobby Briggs on Jul 18, 2009 9:50 AM CDT up reply actions  

I hate to say this because it comes off as so harsh against Prothro, but really you cannot even begin to compare Prothro’s career to Palmer.

Prothro had some electrifying moments, no doubt there, but if you look at the career as a whole, there is very little that really stands out. He played as a true freshman, but sans the kick return against Tennessee (which went all for not), he did nothing overly special, and likewise the same goes for much of 2004 as well. Truth be told, his entire status really comes from a three-game stretch in the 2005 season that included Arkansas, South Carolina, and Florida.

On the other hand, Palmer was a dominant player from the minute he stepped on campus. He was the best returner in the conference as a freshman, a solid receiver, and scored the game-winning touchdown against Auburn in 1991. He was the only true threat on the 1992 offense, and he was a 1,000 yard receiver to boot in 1993. And, hell, had he came back for 1994, he would have easily had a chance at the Heisman.

Again, I hate to come off as critical against Prothro, but in terms of real production, you can never really compare the two. Palmer did it for three years, while Prothro largely did it over three games.

by outsidethesidelines on Jul 18, 2009 10:22 AM CDT up reply actions  

I agree...

…with everything you say here, but…

his entire status really comes from a three-game stretch in the 2005 season that included Arkansas, South Carolina, and Florida.

…don’t forget the muthaflippin’ catch vs. USM, dog!

by NiceLittleSaturday on Jul 18, 2009 12:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

No offense to Pro

but I would take Duece ANYDAY

"When people fear their government, there is tyranny; when the government fears their people, there is liberty" - Thomas Jefferson

by BamaReturns07 on Jul 19, 2009 6:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

The Deuce would sell out on every play, can't ask for much more.

also, he had poor Vandy’s number every year, just owned ’em everytime.

Offense sells tickets. Defense wins games. - Paul W. "Bear" Bryant

by TheRedTideConsumes on Jul 18, 2009 9:41 AM CDT reply actions  

he was before his time

teams would love a versatile player like this now and he would have a great NFL career

by Norml912 on Jul 18, 2009 11:45 AM CDT reply actions  

Maze looks a lot like Palmer….

"First, there are winners and know they are winners. Then there are the losers who know they are losers. Then there are those who are not winners but don’t know it. They’re the ones for me. They never quit trying. They’re the soul of our game."– Paul "Bear" Bryant

by bammer on Jul 18, 2009 2:16 PM CDT reply actions  

his size

and from what i saw from him in the spring game he has a similar running and style….of course im not comparing their abilities….

"First, there are winners and know they are winners. Then there are the losers who know they are losers. Then there are those who are not winners but don’t know it. They’re the ones for me. They never quit trying. They’re the soul of our game."– Paul "Bear" Bryant

by bammer on Jul 18, 2009 3:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Is it a coincidence...

or did my TideSports post late last night remind you that the Deuce is in fact loose?

by dapado33 on Jul 18, 2009 2:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Haha...

…actually, I scheduled this last Saturday when I saw it in the sidebar of the Javy highlights and wanted to remember it for this week. Great minds, I suppose.

by Todd on Jul 18, 2009 3:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think that’s how I came across it as well…I was watching Javy’s punt return against LSU in 2007 and this video was on the side.

by dapado33 on Jul 18, 2009 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

So apparently the Deuce isn't as loose as advertised...

…I am hearing he got arrested last night in TTown with GASP Maryjawanna and an unlicensed handgun…

Offense sells tickets. Defense wins games. - Paul W. "Bear" Bryant

by TheRedTideConsumes on Jul 18, 2009 5:55 PM CDT reply actions  

alabama makes you register handguns?

or just for concealed carry? (AZ’s pretty good gun laws FTW!)

welcome to the SEC kiffykins...

by tempebamafan on Jul 18, 2009 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

concealed carry afaik, haven't been a resident in about a decade

I know I own a handgun I purchased in state, and I don’t have a concealed carry permit. However, it sits in a gun safe 24/7…and yes, I know you can’t use it in the damn safe.

Offense sells tickets. Defense wins games. - Paul W. "Bear" Bryant

by TheRedTideConsumes on Jul 18, 2009 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

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