EvoSkins Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 The Hit That Changed a Career 20 Years Later, Theismann Reflects on Incident http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/17/AR2005111701635.html By Leonard Shapiro Washington Post Staff Writer Friday, November 18, 2005; E01 The scar, about four inches above his right ankle, is hardly visible, and when former Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann lifts his pantleg, the slight bend in his right leg is barely discernable. Still, they are constant reminders of The Hit That No One Who Saw it Can Ever Forget, the hit that, in ESPN polling, was the runaway winner as the most shocking moment in NFL history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvoSkins Posted November 18, 2005 Author Share Posted November 18, 2005 I wonder if Aikman has the same memory of getting hit by Arrington. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzSkinsFan63 Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Great great read.. I wish Taylor would have been available for comment.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunBunch7 Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Every year on the 18th of November I think back on that night. I was 13 years old and cried as they were wheeling him off the field. As horrible as is was, it's almost "romantic" the way it all turned out. Not sure if I'm expressing myself correctly...but he gave it all up for his team, and I really don't think anyone should ever wear #7 for the Skins again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangee7 Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 where's the video clip? j/k I remember how sick I got seeing his calf hinge like that !!! awful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastlove Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I wonder if Aikman has the same memory of getting hit by Arrington.Nope, because one Aikman didn't have his career ruined by Lavar, it was by a guy named Leonard Marshall. Second, Aikman lost more great memories due to concussions, than Thiesmann could ever remember. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woofer Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I wonder if Aikman has the same memory of getting hit by Arrington. Nope, because one Aikman didn't have his career ruined by Lavar, it was by a guy named Leonard Marshall. Second, Aikman lost more great memories due to concussions, than Thiesmann could ever remember. Absolutely no comparison. Not even close. That was a totally sickening thing to watch. I hope Joe gets into the Hall of Fame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarhog Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Evoskins, Please review the Forum posting guidelines concerning citing material from outside sources 10.When posting anything concerning news articles from outside sources, please include a direct link (i.e., URL) to the origination page/site. Please paste the URL directly atop the post, above a small portion of the article's text (for example, the lead paragraph or a particular sentence or two) . Such a practice provides credibility and attribution to the source of the information, and allows visitors the option to visit the respective websites. You are responsible for the content you post. If you are posting a published article from a news source, please title your thread in the following format: "SOURCE SHORTFORM: HEADLINE" (Ex. WP: Redskins Sign CB Shawn Springs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbo Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Great great read..I wish Taylor would have been available for comment.... That stuff's burned into my memory. I remember LT too, right after the play, and in the weeks that followed. He was always very solemn, respectful to Joey T as a player, and showed a lot of class. I always thought his talent made him one of the small handful of all-time greatests in the game. But he's one Giant player I never had anything but respect for because of how he acted about that play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zallera Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Great great read..I wish Taylor would have been available for comment.... In his book, LT said he's never watched the replay either. He gave a lot of respect to Joey T. He said that Joey T had skills that could transcend any time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor ToughLove Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Not well remembered, but Theismann was having a horrible year. Next year he was no better by Gibbs account. While a grusome memory, Joe Theismann did well by it. He became a part of NFL lore (as he deserves) & methology because of it & was remembered all the better for his two Superbowl appearances. I'm just glad it happenned at the end of his career and not in between. You were our first, Joe, thanks for the memories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba9497 Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I will not watch it too this day. I saw it live, that was enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GtownSquare Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 "I once told him we were always going to be linked together because of that night, and he told me it had an impact on his life, too," Theismann said. "He said it drove home the point to him that no matter how great you are, it can be over in a heartbeat, and you never know if tomorrow will be the last day you ever perform." As a redskin and a fan of football..... i shed a tear great article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrepDC Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 All I can say is.............wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcoles11 Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I first started watching Redskin football games at the age of 6 in 1987. When my dad noticed how much I was into the Redskins he told me about the night Joe T. broke his leg and told me he had been watching the game even though he wasn't much of a football fan. When I saw the video I was literally in shock. I didn't even know who Joe T. was but I knew he was a Redskin and that was all I needed to know. I echo the thoughts of the poster that said no Redskin should ever wear #7. I think of modern day football as starting with the birth of the Super Bowl and to me even without ever seeing him play Joe T. is the face of the QB position for the Washington Redskins. Through this 13 year streak of losing the Redskins have had numerous QBs, I hope for the day when we have a player like Joe T. at the QB position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Harris Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 that was the first nfl game i ever watched. we had a successful fake punt and onside kick in that game. i know this may be gruesome, but is there anywhere i could see the video? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanTaylorsDefense Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 http://media.putfile.com/Theismann--NFL--Football--Injury Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titaw Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 That was the first time I had seen that and it will be the last. That had to be the worst on the field injury to date. Mcgahee's was bad and so was Tyron Prothro's but, that one was by far the worst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanTaylorsDefense Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 It's the same kind of injury that, that Alabama receiver had. It happens more frequently these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blondie Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I will not watch it too this day. I saw it live, that was enough My thought exactly. Blondie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCS Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I saw it enough times when it happened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grhqofb5 Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 That was the first time I had seen that and it will be the last. That had to be the worst on the field injury to date. Mcgahee's was bad and so was Tyron Prothro's but, that one was by far the worst. Anyone remember Napoleon McCallum's Knee injury? Not as famous, but equally horrifying Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xameil Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I remember watching it. I was about 11 or so. I was in total shock, and completely ticked off they kept showing the play over and over again. That play pretty much sealed my love for the Redskins, and absolute hatred for the Giants. As stated before...#7 should be retired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan035 Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I remember that night vividly - my son attended the game. It's a terrible way to end a career, but I'm glad Joe is doing well, both on ESPN and also with his personal life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drex Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I was about seven years old at the time and still recall vividly watching that game and nightmarish play. Great article. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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