LB James Laurinaitis (St. Louis Rams)

[lvbuckeye]

Originally Posted by -Laurinaitis33-

I completely agree with you. Also, on that play, Coleman was playng deep middle, Laurinaitis was playing just middle zone and maybe was suppose to be on the tight end, no one is for sure because the tight end was not accounted for on the play. But, on LSU's part that was a great call and unexpected, if you are going to blame Laurinaitis you have to give Coleman just as much blame on the play. Because both of them reacted just as slowly.

i'll repeat it one more time. there was no tight end on the play. it was a tackle eligible play with the TE lined up at left tackle, meaning that LSU did not have to notify the refs that it was a tackle eligible play because the guy lined up at left tackle was wearing an eligible number. then they went with a quick count. what do you want the defense to do? start reading jersey numbers or line up to defend the formation?

it was a fantastic play. maybe the best i saw all year. give credit where it's due.

[Coqui]

Last speculation I heard was everyone's returning but Gholston.

[OSUBasketballJunkie]

Just a personal opinion but my advice would be to enter the draft based on his draft projection.....it is a no brainer.....

[Piney]

Originally Posted by OSUBasketballJunkie

Just a personal opinion but my advice would be to enter the draft based on his draft projection.....it is a no brainer.....

I agree with you. James being that high of a potential draft pick he should go. But I think that is the reason it is taking him this long to decide. He really wants to come back, but everything is pointing to a high draft pick which is really hard to turn down.

I would not be surprised either way.

[Brutus1]

Originally Posted by lvbuckeye

it was a fantastic play. maybe the best i saw all year. give credit where it's due.

It was a great play but I think I liked the fake field goal a little better(not sure which game). It was awesome.

[Padraig]

I would say that there is no wrong answer for (not so) Little Animal at this point.

For many of us we are probably in no financial position to turn down millions of dollars and "gamble" that we would be in the same position or better after our Senior season. (draft position / other entrants, injuries, etc.)

But I will make the assumption that because of his Dad's career success James is not under the same financial pressures as most of the other potential Draft entrants...not that making the "smartest" possible choice financially isn't a factor (i.e. I don't think Gonzo's family was in monetary need) , but I think it affords James the opportunity to weigh several other factors a bit more heavily in the process because of his personal situation (being the son of a WWF Superstar).

I myself would have to "take the money" and leave school early. James may be looking at things more like Matt Leinert (who, it could be argued, probably lost money entering the draft a year later). But what is the "value" of another year in school, with your friends, for your Senior season, as a Captain at the greatest University / Football Program in the world, with a great chance at another Big Ten Title, possible shot at that elusive National Championship, going down in the OSU record books along with some of the "Greatest LBs of all time"?

I'm sure he's well aware of the money situation and I wouldn't blame him one ounce for jumping early, but I won't fault him for coming back one more year either.

Good luck to him with an extremely difficult decision.

[OSUBasketballJunkie]

Good luck to him with an extremely difficult decision.

Difficult decision to say the least and your right, there is no wrong answer in this situation.

[Buckeye Nut]

He should do what makes him happy. Draft position doesn't matter from a financial perspective because his family is very well off. Even if his draft stock drops he'll still go in the first round most likely next year. There's no reason for him to jump now even if his "draft projection" is at it's peak because he's in the unique position where he can afford to enjoy another year of college. Just do what makes you happy James, that's the only question that you need to ask yourself. I know I'll be happy for him whatever he decides.

[Tlangs]

Originally Posted by lvbuckeye

what do you want the defense to do? start reading jersey numbers or line up to defend the formation?

it was a fantastic play. maybe the best i saw all year. give credit where it's due.

I would say to call timeout when you see a bunch of 4 guys wide right with two on the line of scrimmage for the first time all game.

[Padraig]

Just to be clear,

I was not trying to imply that making a decision that maximizes your own financial value (no matter if you are a multi billionaire) isn't a completely viable choice...

Only that there are other viable reasons to consider staying and that perhaps JL's family has put him in a position to afford to weigh those opptions more heavily.

I didn't mean for the thread to aim toward "how much money does the Animal Family have" or "Can they afford to skip the draft another year".

Sorry if my post started it down that road.



Tough decision, and I wish him luck in making it.

(come back to school James...we all know your family can afford it. j/k)

[Spivan]

I would love to see James suit up it the #33 Scarlet and Gray next year. That said you have to do what you think is best for you as a player and a person. Me personally, I don't know what I would do. I have a 2 year old daughter that I want to give the world to, but I also would want to make sure that I had something to fall back on in case it didn't work out correctly. Best of luck to Lil' Animal whatever he chooses.

[Buckeye_Bulldog]

On 1460am The Fan just moments ago, Alex Boone just got out of class with James Laurinaitis and he said that James Laurinaitis will be staying for his Senior year!

[Tonyank]

I hope he stays!! Unless some freakish season, he'll still be a 1st rounder next year for sure. He has something that can't be taught, and thats what you need to be in the NFL!! Come back this year and #1 or #2 overall next year

Either way, he's going to be a great LB in the NFL one day And I will enjoy him saying THE Ohio State on Sunday night football one day(night)

[Bleed S & G]

Originally Posted by Buckeye_Bulldog

On 1460am The Fan just moments ago, Alex Boone just got out of class with James Laurinaitis and he said that James Laurinaitis will be staying for his Senior year!

Just came to post the same, the guys on 1460 are saying Boone is reporting JL is back.

[Ttown]

I think I may have just wet myself.