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Lavar interview on ESPN
What a class act Lavar is. We need this guy around. I really think he has been humbled by the experience and is going to be a better player for it. I just want to make sure he is with the skins.
So I just saw the interview with LA and irvin... wow!
That one question was just so powerful, I mean you had to be watching to see the impact of the question...I just cant explain it... but it was along of the lines of...
Irvin: So Lavar, do you want to be a REDSKIN next year?
LAVAR: Man, I always wanna be a REDSKIN (Pounds his chest twice), I am a REDSKIN! (or he may of said I love the REDSKINS)
but whatever...
It was beautiful...
I just appriciate and love players on our team who show love for the REDSKINS and express how they wanna stay part of our family.
Well this was just something I wanted to share... Hope he get's mad PT today.
That one question was just so powerful, I mean you had to be watching to see the impact of the question...I just cant explain it... but it was along of the lines of...
Irvin: So Lavar, do you want to be a REDSKIN next year?
LAVAR: Man, I always wanna be a REDSKIN (Pounds his chest twice), I am a REDSKIN! (or he may of said I love the REDSKINS)
but whatever...
It was beautiful...
I just appriciate and love players on our team who show love for the REDSKINS and express how they wanna stay part of our family.
Well this was just something I wanted to share... Hope he get's mad PT today.
Don't matter where you are.... YOU'RE IN REDSKINS COUNTRY!
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Lavar Arrington Starting at DT vs. Eagles
Defensive Coordinator Greg Williams said that Lavar would start at defensive tackle vs. the Eagles on Sunday night in his interivew at Redskins.com. He said that he would give the media something to talk about for Friday, but he gave it as fact. Interesting..
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'I could have handled things a bit better'
This is a little long but worth the read. A real eye opener for some.
"Arrington: 'I could have handled things a bit better'
By JOSEPH WHITE, AP Sports Writer
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- LaVar Arrington said he could have handled his benching better, that the coaches were right about his knee injury, and that his relationship with the Washington Redskins isn't beyond repair. He even confessed he's had to learn how to run all over again.
Instead of crowing about his possible return to the starting lineup, Arrington was in a humble mood Thursday, mixing the excitement over the chance to play his first entire healthy game in nearly two years with the tempered hindsight of the last two months.
``I could have handled things a little bit better in certain instances, but that's neither here nor there,'' Arrington said. ``We're where we're at. We've just got to keep building toward something. And me, if this is the challenge in front of me, that I've got to try and work my way back through the ranks, then rather than trying to be a prima donna and say 'I am who I am, you should give me an opportunity,' I'd rather just work my tail off to try and achieve that.''
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The three-time Pro Bowl linebacker has been working with the starters this week, splitting time with Warrick Holdman. The coaches won't say who will start Sunday night's game against Philadelphia, but Arrington is no longer the bit player he was during the first six games of the season.
``We're just alternating him and Warrick,'' linebackers coach Dale Lindsey said. ``One gives us something the other one doesn't have, so we just are toying with both of them and letting Philadelphia worry about who's going to play.''
Arrington played the second half after Holdman was benched during Sunday's 36-0 loss to the New York Giants. Tiki Barber ran for 206 yards, mostly on Holdman's side of the field. Up to that point in the season, Arrington had been used sparingly -- if at all -- as a pass-rusher or as the extra linebacker when the defense opted for a 3-4 formation.
Because he is perhaps the most popular player on the team, Arrington's absence created the type of distraction usually associated with a quarterback controversy. Arrington fueled the flames by suggesting his days with the team might soon be over.
Now his point of view has come full circle, and he's more optimistic about his future in Washington.
``This team means the world to me,'' said Arrington, the team's top draft pick in 2000. ``People might think that our relationship is gone, but I think it means the world to me to be a part of this thing. That's why I continue to try and work my tail off to get back out there.''
Arrington's change of heart has come after he realized how much he had to work to return from the knee injury that wrecked last season. Initially, he couldn't understand why he wasn't playing when, by the trainer's definition, he was considered healthy. Now, after watching himself on tape, he concedes the coaches were correct when they said something was still missing.
``The more I'm studying film, the better I'm getting, the faster I'm getting,'' Arrington said. ``As much as I would hate to admit that, I'm kind of seeing the differences. I'm realizing you get to a point of health, but then there's a point where you start getting back to who you are.''
Lindsey, who has had six knee operations, knew what Arrington was feeling. It just took a while for Arrington to understand.
``You want everything to be like it was, and it just isn't there right away,'' Lindsey said. ``It might be eventually, down the line. I think that's about where he is now, about like where his knee used to be. I think he's feeling very comfortable with it. We've seen him chase plays across the field, accelerate, and have confidence that you can stick that foot in the ground and take off.''
As basic as it seems, Arrington also realized he had forgotten how to run. No wonder people were beginning to question if he had lost a step.
``I'm watching film and I'm running with my chest up, my head back. ... That's not how you run and catch somebody,'' said Arrington, who has rectified the problem by leaning forward and lowering his head.
Arrington didn't recognize these things when he was in a sour mood a month ago. Now, he feels closer to his old self, a feeling that began to return when he was used frequently in the 4-3 formation in the victory over San Francisco two weeks ago and in the Giants game.
But those were part-time roles. Arrington will truly be back if he's out there from the get-go this Sunday.
``It would mean a whole lot,'' Arrington said, ``to have an opportunity to try and help dictate the pace of a game from the time it starts.''
Just like the old LaVar."
"Arrington: 'I could have handled things a bit better'
By JOSEPH WHITE, AP Sports Writer
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- LaVar Arrington said he could have handled his benching better, that the coaches were right about his knee injury, and that his relationship with the Washington Redskins isn't beyond repair. He even confessed he's had to learn how to run all over again.
Instead of crowing about his possible return to the starting lineup, Arrington was in a humble mood Thursday, mixing the excitement over the chance to play his first entire healthy game in nearly two years with the tempered hindsight of the last two months.
``I could have handled things a little bit better in certain instances, but that's neither here nor there,'' Arrington said. ``We're where we're at. We've just got to keep building toward something. And me, if this is the challenge in front of me, that I've got to try and work my way back through the ranks, then rather than trying to be a prima donna and say 'I am who I am, you should give me an opportunity,' I'd rather just work my tail off to try and achieve that.''
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The three-time Pro Bowl linebacker has been working with the starters this week, splitting time with Warrick Holdman. The coaches won't say who will start Sunday night's game against Philadelphia, but Arrington is no longer the bit player he was during the first six games of the season.
``We're just alternating him and Warrick,'' linebackers coach Dale Lindsey said. ``One gives us something the other one doesn't have, so we just are toying with both of them and letting Philadelphia worry about who's going to play.''
Arrington played the second half after Holdman was benched during Sunday's 36-0 loss to the New York Giants. Tiki Barber ran for 206 yards, mostly on Holdman's side of the field. Up to that point in the season, Arrington had been used sparingly -- if at all -- as a pass-rusher or as the extra linebacker when the defense opted for a 3-4 formation.
Because he is perhaps the most popular player on the team, Arrington's absence created the type of distraction usually associated with a quarterback controversy. Arrington fueled the flames by suggesting his days with the team might soon be over.
Now his point of view has come full circle, and he's more optimistic about his future in Washington.
``This team means the world to me,'' said Arrington, the team's top draft pick in 2000. ``People might think that our relationship is gone, but I think it means the world to me to be a part of this thing. That's why I continue to try and work my tail off to get back out there.''
Arrington's change of heart has come after he realized how much he had to work to return from the knee injury that wrecked last season. Initially, he couldn't understand why he wasn't playing when, by the trainer's definition, he was considered healthy. Now, after watching himself on tape, he concedes the coaches were correct when they said something was still missing.
``The more I'm studying film, the better I'm getting, the faster I'm getting,'' Arrington said. ``As much as I would hate to admit that, I'm kind of seeing the differences. I'm realizing you get to a point of health, but then there's a point where you start getting back to who you are.''
Lindsey, who has had six knee operations, knew what Arrington was feeling. It just took a while for Arrington to understand.
``You want everything to be like it was, and it just isn't there right away,'' Lindsey said. ``It might be eventually, down the line. I think that's about where he is now, about like where his knee used to be. I think he's feeling very comfortable with it. We've seen him chase plays across the field, accelerate, and have confidence that you can stick that foot in the ground and take off.''
As basic as it seems, Arrington also realized he had forgotten how to run. No wonder people were beginning to question if he had lost a step.
``I'm watching film and I'm running with my chest up, my head back. ... That's not how you run and catch somebody,'' said Arrington, who has rectified the problem by leaning forward and lowering his head.
Arrington didn't recognize these things when he was in a sour mood a month ago. Now, he feels closer to his old self, a feeling that began to return when he was used frequently in the 4-3 formation in the victory over San Francisco two weeks ago and in the Giants game.
But those were part-time roles. Arrington will truly be back if he's out there from the get-go this Sunday.
``It would mean a whole lot,'' Arrington said, ``to have an opportunity to try and help dictate the pace of a game from the time it starts.''
Just like the old LaVar."
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that may not be such a bad idea...i know this is a stretch but our starting DT on my high school team is this 6 foot ripped black guy (one of...one on the team) who sint really that big, but he's really quick and really strong, and is able to get great penetration. i doubt gw will do it, but it wouldnt be all bad.
Sean, may you always rest in peace and look down on us with the same love that we look up to you.
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SkinsLaVar wrote:Chris Luva Luva wrote:I swear, lavar must be some type of god to some of you. Maybe if Brunell goes down we should start him at QB.Lavar had trouble shedding the blocks of RB's not to mention DT's that outweigh them by 100+lbs.
Dont be a Lavar hater
Im not a lavar hater but he is not the answer to every problem like some people believe. If Gibbs had to take a leave tommorow there would be someone on this board saying Lavar should take over.
The road to the number 1 pick gaining speed!
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Latest Lavar interview
No matter what you think Lavar can or cannot do, his attitude is just what the Redskins need.
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) - LaVar Arrington said he could have handled his benching better, that the coaches were right about his knee injury, and that his relationship with the Washington Redskins isn't beyond repair. He even confessed he's had to learn how to run all over again.
Instead of crowing about his possible return to the starting lineup, Arrington was in a humble mood Thursday, mixing the excitement over the chance to play his first entire healthy game in nearly two years with the tempered hindsight of the last two months.
"I could have handled things a little bit better in certain instances, but that's neither here nor there," Arrington said. "We're where we're at. We've just got to keep building toward something. And me, if this is the challenge in front of me, that I've got to try and work my way back through the ranks, then rather than trying to be a prima donna and say 'I am who I am, you should give me an opportunity,' I'd rather just work my tail off to try and achieve that."
The three-time Pro Bowl linebacker has been working with the starters this week, splitting time with Warrick Holdman. The coaches won't say who will start Sunday night's game against Philadelphia, but Arrington is no longer the bit player he was during the first six games of the season.
"We're just alternating him and Warrick," linebackers coach Dale Lindsey said. "One gives us something the other one doesn't have, so we just are toying with both of them and letting Philadelphia worry about who's going to play."
Arrington played the second half after Holdman was benched during Sunday's 36-0 loss to the New York Giants. Tiki Barber ran for 206 yards, mostly on Holdman's side of the field. Up to that point in the season, Arrington had been used sparingly - if at all - as a pass-rusher or as the extra linebacker when the defense opted for a 3-4 formation.
Because he is perhaps the most popular player on the team, Arrington's absence created the type of distraction usually associated with a quarterback controversy. Arrington fueled the flames by suggesting his days with the team might soon be over.
Now his point of view has come full circle, and he's more optimistic about his future in Washington.
"This team means the world to me," said Arrington, the team's top draft pick in 2000. "People might think that our relationship is gone, but I think it means the world to me to be a part of this thing. That's why I continue to try and work my tail off to get back out there."
Arrington's change of heart has come after he realized how much he had to work to return from the knee injury that wrecked last season. Initially, he couldn't understand why he wasn't playing when, by the trainer's definition, he was considered healthy. Now, after watching himself on tape, he concedes the coaches were correct when they said something was still missing.
"The more I'm studying film, the better I'm getting, the faster I'm getting," Arrington said. "As much as I would hate to admit that, I'm kind of seeing the differences. I'm realizing you get to a point of health, but then there's a point where you start getting back to who you are."
Lindsey, who has had six knee operations, knew what Arrington was feeling. It just took a while for Arrington to understand.
"You want everything to be like it was, and it just isn't there right away," Lindsey said. "It might be eventually, down the line. I think that's about where he is now, about like where his knee used to be. I think he's feeling very comfortable with it. We've seen him chase plays across the field, accelerate, and have confidence that you can stick that foot in the ground and take off."
As basic as it seems, Arrington also realized he had forgotten how to run. No wonder people were beginning to question if he had lost a step.
"I'm watching film and I'm running with my chest up, my head back. ... That's not how you run and catch somebody," said Arrington, who has rectified the problem by leaning forward and lowering his head.
Arrington didn't recognize these things when he was in a sour mood a month ago. Now, he feels closer to his old self, a feeling that began to return when he was used frequently in the 4-3 formation in the victory over San Francisco two weeks ago and in the Giants game.
But those were part-time roles. Arrington will truly be back if he's out there from the get-go this Sunday.
"It would mean a whole lot," Arrington said, "to have an opportunity to try and help dictate the pace of a game from the time it starts."
Just like the old LaVar.
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) - LaVar Arrington said he could have handled his benching better, that the coaches were right about his knee injury, and that his relationship with the Washington Redskins isn't beyond repair. He even confessed he's had to learn how to run all over again.
Instead of crowing about his possible return to the starting lineup, Arrington was in a humble mood Thursday, mixing the excitement over the chance to play his first entire healthy game in nearly two years with the tempered hindsight of the last two months.
"I could have handled things a little bit better in certain instances, but that's neither here nor there," Arrington said. "We're where we're at. We've just got to keep building toward something. And me, if this is the challenge in front of me, that I've got to try and work my way back through the ranks, then rather than trying to be a prima donna and say 'I am who I am, you should give me an opportunity,' I'd rather just work my tail off to try and achieve that."
The three-time Pro Bowl linebacker has been working with the starters this week, splitting time with Warrick Holdman. The coaches won't say who will start Sunday night's game against Philadelphia, but Arrington is no longer the bit player he was during the first six games of the season.
"We're just alternating him and Warrick," linebackers coach Dale Lindsey said. "One gives us something the other one doesn't have, so we just are toying with both of them and letting Philadelphia worry about who's going to play."
Arrington played the second half after Holdman was benched during Sunday's 36-0 loss to the New York Giants. Tiki Barber ran for 206 yards, mostly on Holdman's side of the field. Up to that point in the season, Arrington had been used sparingly - if at all - as a pass-rusher or as the extra linebacker when the defense opted for a 3-4 formation.
Because he is perhaps the most popular player on the team, Arrington's absence created the type of distraction usually associated with a quarterback controversy. Arrington fueled the flames by suggesting his days with the team might soon be over.
Now his point of view has come full circle, and he's more optimistic about his future in Washington.
"This team means the world to me," said Arrington, the team's top draft pick in 2000. "People might think that our relationship is gone, but I think it means the world to me to be a part of this thing. That's why I continue to try and work my tail off to get back out there."
Arrington's change of heart has come after he realized how much he had to work to return from the knee injury that wrecked last season. Initially, he couldn't understand why he wasn't playing when, by the trainer's definition, he was considered healthy. Now, after watching himself on tape, he concedes the coaches were correct when they said something was still missing.
"The more I'm studying film, the better I'm getting, the faster I'm getting," Arrington said. "As much as I would hate to admit that, I'm kind of seeing the differences. I'm realizing you get to a point of health, but then there's a point where you start getting back to who you are."
Lindsey, who has had six knee operations, knew what Arrington was feeling. It just took a while for Arrington to understand.
"You want everything to be like it was, and it just isn't there right away," Lindsey said. "It might be eventually, down the line. I think that's about where he is now, about like where his knee used to be. I think he's feeling very comfortable with it. We've seen him chase plays across the field, accelerate, and have confidence that you can stick that foot in the ground and take off."
As basic as it seems, Arrington also realized he had forgotten how to run. No wonder people were beginning to question if he had lost a step.
"I'm watching film and I'm running with my chest up, my head back. ... That's not how you run and catch somebody," said Arrington, who has rectified the problem by leaning forward and lowering his head.
Arrington didn't recognize these things when he was in a sour mood a month ago. Now, he feels closer to his old self, a feeling that began to return when he was used frequently in the 4-3 formation in the victory over San Francisco two weeks ago and in the Giants game.
But those were part-time roles. Arrington will truly be back if he's out there from the get-go this Sunday.
"It would mean a whole lot," Arrington said, "to have an opportunity to try and help dictate the pace of a game from the time it starts."
Just like the old LaVar.
Good article. Now that the dust has settled somewhat on this thing, it is clear that his knee was the problem all along. Why didn't the coaches come out and say that in the begining or were they trying to protect Lavar?
Well, I hope that he is and is continuing to make progress and I look forward to seeing him alot Sunday Night.....
Well, I hope that he is and is continuing to make progress and I look forward to seeing him alot Sunday Night.....
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Several of us predicted a break out season for Lavar Arrington this year. Obviously the path has been tortuous at best so far.
But it was worth the wait. The coaches have done a MARVELOUS job with him for HIS OWN GOOD as a player and as a person.
This is the Lavar we wanted to see all along. This is the new Lavar Arrington that plays for Joe Gibbs, Gregg Williams and our coaching staff!
While it is early to truly ascertain his attitude week in and week out. These news are great.
I am proud to be a Lavar Arrington fan. NOW more than ever.
Go Lavar!
But it was worth the wait. The coaches have done a MARVELOUS job with him for HIS OWN GOOD as a player and as a person.
This is the Lavar we wanted to see all along. This is the new Lavar Arrington that plays for Joe Gibbs, Gregg Williams and our coaching staff!
While it is early to truly ascertain his attitude week in and week out. These news are great.
I am proud to be a Lavar Arrington fan. NOW more than ever.
Go Lavar!
Daniel Snyder has defined incompetence, failure and greed to true Washington Redskins fans for over a decade and a half. Stay away from football operations !!!
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GW on Lavar arrington:
GW was -JOKING- guys. He was playing with the media in relation to all the attention (and daily media coverage) that it was getting! Do not fall for a sarcastic JOKE!
Yeah... As if he could be a punter too... Come on.
GW was -JOKING- guys. He was playing with the media in relation to all the attention (and daily media coverage) that it was getting! Do not fall for a sarcastic JOKE!
Yeah... As if he could be a punter too... Come on.
Daniel Snyder has defined incompetence, failure and greed to true Washington Redskins fans for over a decade and a half. Stay away from football operations !!!
I love his new attitude, just what this team needs right now, another leader. And this is what I've said all along, being healthy is not the same as being in shape. Lavar's realized that and now he's beginning to regain his freak athleticism. This is great news.
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