Is Shawne Merriman a dope or what? (1 Viewer)

[Ghost Rider]

Saw this at RT Sports:

Kevin Acee, of the San Diego Union-Tribune, reports San Diego Chargers LB Shawne Merriman is frustrated with his lack of sacks so far in the 2007 season, as he has only 5 1/2 through the first seven games of the season. Merriman has also posted zero sacks in four of the team's seven games. However, Merriman has improved his game against the run and has been making an impact on the field. "I get so (angry) because I can't go out there and affect the game with a sack," Merriman sai d. "But you go to the film and see they can't run this, they can't run that, they've got to put two people on me, they have to fan, have to chip, they have to do all this stuff. That makes me a little satisfied."

So, the way you are playing and being defended is making opposing offenses not play as well, which in turn is giving the Chargers a better chance at winning, but you are upset because you aren't getting the personal glory that comes with getting a bunch of sacks? What a dope.

With that kind of mentality, it is no wonder that the Chargers imploded the way they did against the Patriots last January.

 

[timschochet]

You can't be too selfish on defense, particularly at his position. This isn't like Chad Johnson demanding the ball. If I were the Chargers, I would WANT Merriman to be angry, and hungry for sacks. The main problem with defensive players in the NFL is that many of them don't always play with their motors running at all times. You don't have to worry about that with this guy; I think it's great.

 

[nflguru]

It's probably more likely that he is angry due to:

1. Linger effects of the juice he was on

2. Having to play without the juice on a somewhat level playing field as others and finding it to be difficult

3. Is forced to actually work out and is not seeing the immediate impact the juice had

 

[Rushmore]

There's nothing wrong with what he said. He'd like more sacks but gets satisfaction out of the extra attention the opposing offense is having to pay to him.

 

[SigEp316]

I think you're reading a little more into this than the article states...the guys just said he wishes he was making more sacks.

I think this attitude is a good thing, he said he's satisfied with what the team is doing on DEF and how other teams gameplan around him....but you're getting on him because he wants more sacks?

Please quote the part of the article that states that he is upset because he isn't getting the personal glory that comes with getting a bunch of sacks. Thanks in advance.

 

[sholditch]

It's probably more likely that he is angry due to:1. Linger effects of the juice he was on2. Having to play without the juice on a somewhat level playing field as others and finding it to be difficult3. Is forced to actually work out and is not seeing the immediate impact the juice had

 

[Paddy O'Seanessy]

It's probably more likely that he is angry due to:1. Linger effects of the juice he was on2. Having to play without the juice on a somewhat level playing field as others and finding it to be difficult3. Is forced to actually work out and is not seeing the immediate impact the juice had

Is there any correlation between the resurgence of the bolts and the date of his last drug screen?

 

[Ghost Rider]

I think you're reading a little more into this than the article states...the guys just said he wishes he was making more sacks.I think this attitude is a good thing, he said he's satisfied with what the team is doing on DEF and how other teams gameplan around him....but you're getting on him because he wants more sacks?Please quote the part of the article that states that he is upset because he isn't getting the personal glory that comes with getting a bunch of sacks. Thanks in advance.

Read between the lines. He is not going to come right out and say he is upset that he isn't getting the personal glory that comes with sacks.

 

[56]

I don't know about anyone else, but Merriman looks a bit different out there this year than he did last year, though I can't quite put my finger on it.

Merriman 07

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z79/THE...merriarnold.jpg

Merriman 06

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z79/THE...imanisready.jpg

 

[Banger]

So if Gore/Sjax/Parker, etc. came out and said "I would really like to get in the endzone more but hey, we are scoring points and winning games so I'm satisfied", would they be dopes?

 

[Slinger]

With that kind of mentality, it is no wonder that the Chargers imploded the way they did against the Patriots last January.

Yeah that's it. Using that logic the Pats have some selfish players because they imploded against the Colts the following week.Whatever motivates a player to be great is fine with me. He even mentions that he feels better when he notices that he's a game changer on film.

 

[nflguru]

I don't know about anyone else, but Merriman looks a bit different out there this year than he did last year, though I can't quite put my finger on it.

Merriman 07

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z79/THE...merriarnold.jpg

Merriman 06

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z79/THE...imanisready.jpg

 

[Ghost Rider]

So if Gore/Sjax/Parker, etc. came out and said "I would really like to get in the endzone more but hey, we are scoring points and winning games so I'm satisfied", would they be dopes?

Merriman didn't say he was satisfied. He said he was "a little satisfied," while at the same time, being angry that he is not getting sacks. The question is, why does he care about that crap? After a terrible start, his team has won three games in a row, and now has some momentum. Talking about sacks just reeks of selfishness, IMO.

 

[jonessed]

He wants to get more sacks, but he is happy he is helping the team in other ways. Seems like a pretty reasonable attitude to me. Especially with someone just getting used to a new role. If anyone has watched the Chargers games he's still the same player. He's just surprisingly good in coverage and run stuffing so he keeps getting put there. Personally, I would like to see him blitz more to help the struggling secondary.

 

[Sleeper 43]

It's probably more likely that he is angry due to:1. Linger effects of the juice he was on2. Having to play without the juice on a somewhat level playing field as others and finding it to be difficult3. Is forced to actually work out and is not seeing the immediate impact the juice had

The truth hurts

 

[Banger]

So if Gore/Sjax/Parker, etc. came out and said "I would really like to get in the endzone more but hey, we are scoring points and winning games so I'm satisfied", would they be dopes?

Merriman didn't say he was satisfied. He said he was "a little satisfied," while at the same time, being angry that he is not getting sacks. The question is, why does he care about that crap? After a terrible start, his team has won three games in a row, and now has some momentum. Talking about sacks just reeks of selfishness, IMO.

maybe because he realizes that sacks change games.

 

[MOAT]

If he came out and said he was satisfied with his game I'd have an issue with it. I'm pretty sure he is saying that he won't be satisfied until he is completely dominate. Good enough isn't good enough.

People that are satisfied with how they are playing have the Pats "pile on" in the second half.

 

[Bankerguy]

I was and am still very happy the Cowboys took Ware over Merriman.

 

[Banger]

It's funny, if he comes out and says he satisfied with his season the Merriman haters say he's happy that he's 3-3 and on pace for fewer sacks than last year? What a jerk to be satisifed with mediocrity. If he says I'm a little satisfied but I'd like to do better, he's a selfish jerk.

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

 

[Mik789fl]

There's nothing wrong with what he said. He'd like more sacks but gets satisfaction out of the extra attention the opposing offense is having to pay to him.

A top defender who's play is affecting opposing offenses but who isn't satisfied and knows he can do better. I'll take him on my team.

 

[Gr00vus]

I also like how the OP left out the part that Merriman already has 46 tackles this year, only 20 less than he had all last season. He's playing great ball out there, it's not his fault Ted doesn't use him at all like Wade did, and even so he's having a huge impact on games. The guy's speed is incredible. Did you see that play he made where he started outside, came around the oline, ran parallel to the line of scrimage and stopped the RB before he even got to the line after the hand off? Unbelievable.

Lots of ignorance and blind hate in this thread by the usual Merriman detractors.

 

[phthalatemagic]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

The guy should just not talk about personal statistics. It's tacky and sounds like the guy puts himself in front of his team. That's a sin in football.It's not as horrible as thinking it's OK to run over a police officer with your car, but it's stupid none the less.

 

[Despyzer]

I was and am still very happy the Cowboys took Ware over Merriman.

So are most Charger fans.

 

[Gr00vus]

I was and am still very happy the Cowboys took Ware over Merriman.

So are most Charger fans.

 

[Mik789fl]

"Did you see that play he made where he started outside, came around the oline, ran parallel to the line of scrimage and stopped the RB before he even got to the line after the hand off? Unbelievable."

To take nothing away from Merrimen,Lawrence Taylor made that play an every week occurence.

 

[jonessed]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

The guy should just not talk about personal statistics. It's tacky and sounds like the guy puts himself in front of his team. That's a sin in football.

It's not as horrible as thinking it's OK to run over a police officer with your car, but it's stupid none the less.

"I get so (angry) because I can't go out there and affect the game with a sack."If you don't like the guy that's understandable, but there is nothing about personal statistics in what he said. Sacks have a big affect on the game and he wants to be in a position to get more of them. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. In fact, if he didn't want more sacks I would be concerned.

 

[Sabertooth]

It's probably more likely that he is angry due to:1. Linger effects of the juice he was on2. Having to play without the juice on a somewhat level playing field as others and finding it to be difficult3. Is forced to actually work out and is not seeing the immediate impact the juice had

 

[phthalatemagic]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

The guy should just not talk about personal statistics. It's tacky and sounds like the guy puts himself in front of his team. That's a sin in football.

It's not as horrible as thinking it's OK to run over a police officer with your car, but it's stupid none the less.

"I get so (angry) because I can't go out there and affect the game with a sack."If you don't like the guy that's understandable, but there is nothing about personal statistics in what he said. Sacks have a big affect on the game and he wants to be in a position to get more of them. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. In fact, if he didn't want more sacks I would be concerned.

I'm actually a fan. If you can't see the quest for personal statistics in that quote. I don't know what to say. Let's just agree to disagree.

 

[Gr00vus]

"Did you see that play he made where he started outside, came around the oline, ran parallel to the line of scrimage and stopped the RB before he even got to the line after the hand off? Unbelievable."To take nothing away from Merrimen,Lawrence Taylor made that play an every week occurence.

Considering Taylor was the best linebacker to ever play the game - I'm more than fine with the comparison, I haven't seen anything like that in a very long time. By the way Merriman basically did the same thing on another play in last week's game as well.

 

[Gr00vus]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

The guy should just not talk about personal statistics. It's tacky and sounds like the guy puts himself in front of his team. That's a sin in football.

It's not as horrible as thinking it's OK to run over a police officer with your car, but it's stupid none the less.

"I get so (angry) because I can't go out there and affect the game with a sack."If you don't like the guy that's understandable, but there is nothing about personal statistics in what he said. Sacks have a big affect on the game and he wants to be in a position to get more of them. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. In fact, if he didn't want more sacks I would be concerned.

I'm actually a fan. If you can't see the quest for personal statistics in that quote. I don't know what to say. Let's just agree to disagree.

No, let's just agree that jonessed is right and you're wrong. Merriman wants to get back to being allowed to being a disruptive force in addition to being a decoy, pass defender and run stopper. If it was any other player in the NFL saying they're frustrated because they'd like to affect the game with a sack more often we wouldn't have this stupid thread.

 

[the spanker]

I think you're reading a little more into this than the article states...the guys just said he wishes he was making more sacks.I think this attitude is a good thing, he said he's satisfied with what the team is doing on DEF and how other teams gameplan around him....but you're getting on him because he wants more sacks?Please quote the part of the article that states that he is upset because he isn't getting the personal glory that comes with getting a bunch of sacks. Thanks in advance.

Read between the lines. He is not going to come right out and say he is upset that he isn't getting the personal glory that comes with sacks.

So what if it is personal glory? If that what motives him and make his team better, then I would want the glory myself!

 

[the spanker]

It's funny, if he comes out and says he satisfied with his season the Merriman haters say he's happy that he's 3-3 and on pace for fewer sacks than last year? What a jerk to be satisifed with mediocrity. If he says I'm a little satisfied but I'd like to do better, he's a selfish jerk. I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

It couldn't have been said better. Why is there even a thread on something so trival about Merriman wanting more sacks?Sigh Nothing to see here....move along and have a great day.

 

[phthalatemagic]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

The guy should just not talk about personal statistics. It's tacky and sounds like the guy puts himself in front of his team. That's a sin in football.

It's not as horrible as thinking it's OK to run over a police officer with your car, but it's stupid none the less.

"I get so (angry) because I can't go out there and affect the game with a sack."If you don't like the guy that's understandable, but there is nothing about personal statistics in what he said. Sacks have a big affect on the game and he wants to be in a position to get more of them. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. In fact, if he didn't want more sacks I would be concerned.

I'm actually a fan. If you can't see the quest for personal statistics in that quote. I don't know what to say. Let's just agree to disagree.

No, let's just agree that jonessed is right and you're wrong. Merriman wants to get back to being allowed to being a disruptive force in addition to being a decoy, pass defender and run stopper. If it was any other player in the NFL saying they're frustrated because they'd like to affect the game with a sack more often we wouldn't have this stupid thread.

Uhhh, no. Nice powder blue shades.

 

[Gr00vus]

Uhhh, no. Nice powder blue shades.

Uhhh, no right back at you. Nice hater shades. See how it works? If you've got nothing substantive to add (which you haven't so far), don't be surprised when people basically completely discount your uninformed opinion.

 

[phthalatemagic]

Uhhh, no. Nice powder blue shades.

Uhhh, no right back at you. Nice hater shades. See how it works? If you've got nothing substantive to add (which you haven't so far), don't be surprised when people basically completely discount your uninformed opinion.

I just remembered! You're the guy aren't you? The guy that says it's OK to run police officers over with your car? Go on with your informed opinions, please...

 

[Gr00vus]

blah blah blah - ignorant comment - blah blah blah - ignorant comment - blah blah blah

I'll stop feeding the troll now.Good luck this season!

 

[mad sweeney]

So if Gore/Sjax/Parker, etc. came out and said "I would really like to get in the endzone more but hey, we are scoring points and winning games so I'm satisfied", would they be dopes?

Merriman didn't say he was satisfied. He said he was "a little satisfied," while at the same time, being angry that he is not getting sacks. The question is, why does he care about that crap? After a terrible start, his team has won three games in a row, and now has some momentum. Talking about sacks just reeks of selfishness, IMO.

So much ado about nothing. Point to one defender in the league that doesn't want more sacks. Everybody wants sacks and he said he wants the game change that a sack brings on. This is a ridiculous hater attack on him. There is absolutely no reading between the lines. He likes that teams game plan around him and that he's doing good against the run. This is nothing but putting words in someone's mouth that aren't there. There's a dope here, but it ain't Merriman.

 

[Maurile Tremblay]

I think you're reading a little more into this than the article states...the guys just said he wishes he was making more sacks.

But he is failing to consider things from the quarterbacks' perspective, which is pretty selfish of him.

 

[thayman]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

The guy should just not talk about personal statistics. It's tacky and sounds like the guy puts himself in front of his team. That's a sin in football.It's not as horrible as thinking it's OK to run over a police officer with your car, but it's stupid none the less.

So you also have a problem with every RB who says they want to get into the endzone more. Every WR who wants the ball, every DB that wants a INT???

 

[daveandken]

Uhhh, no. Nice powder blue shades.

Uhhh, no right back at you. Nice hater shades. See how it works? If you've got nothing substantive to add (which you haven't so far), don't be surprised when people basically completely discount your uninformed opinion.

What exactly does your post add?

 

[Emerson Biggens]

stupidest ...thread... ever!

only dope I see is the guy making up stuff that isn't there from a quote from an article.

Paraphrasing: "I'd like to do better statistically, obviously, but if I'm not doing as well statistically because other teams are having to put more people on me, thus creating openings for my defensive unit to still do well and maybe better, I'm OK with that."

yeah, he's being such a selfish, pompous, egotistic dope!

sheesh people...

 

[Sabertooth]

He's a cheater. His cheat won't work any more. Using Occam's razor, it's pretty obvious why his sacks are down.

 

[Sabertooth]

More games?

 

[brock]

It's probably more likely that he is angry due to:1. Linger effects of the juice he was on2. Having to play without the juice on a somewhat level playing field as others and finding it to be difficult3. Is forced to actually work out and is not seeing the immediate impact the juice had

 

[Ghost Rider]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

That is probably true, but I do not dislike Merriman. I just was taken aback by his comments.

 

[by_tor]

I think it basically boils down the fact that people that don't like Merriman aren't going to like what he says no matter what he says.

That is probably true, but I do not dislike Merriman. I just was taken aback by his comments.

taken aback because he answered when somebody asked him "your sack #s are down, how do you feel about the way you're being used?"

 

[ThePittbully]

Hmmm I cant think of a single reason why Shawn would be less effective this year then he was last year. On an unrelated note can anyone remember what OJ Simpson's nickname was? Ive been trying to think of it all day....

 

[Despyzer]

Hmmm I cant think of a single reason why Shawn would be less effective this year then he was last year.

Who said he was? Sacks are down, tackles are WAY up. Even the OP said that offenses were struggling more against him this year.

 

[MOAT]

If he is such a dope why didn't Travis Henry smoke him in week 5? He can't be a dope if Henry won't even smoke him.

 

[phthalatemagic]

blah blah blah - ignorant comment - blah blah blah - ignorant comment - blah blah blah

I'll stop feeding the troll now.Good luck this season!

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