LB James Laurinaitis (St. Louis Rams)

[CausticMick]

Originally Posted by -Laurinaitis33-

Just a heads up we are losing 4 starters. Barton, Johnson, Gholston, and Grant. But, either way we have good backups to fill up there spots.

I'm aware of that, but (right or wrong) I don't really consider any of the FBs a FT starter considering none stood out head and shoulders in either playing time or impact. Very good players, don't get me wrong, but we had three rotating and both D. Johnson and Whaley were walk-ons (I believe, not sure about T. Robinson) until awarded a schollie this year.

[27osufan]

Originally Posted by spotpass

Dear 08-09 season,

WELL,....FUUUAAUUUCK ME!,

10 Big Ten Teams

LMFAO---2008 OSU BCS TRIFECTA---the rest of the country---fuk em and feed em fish heads--I'm goin to MIAMI, MIAMI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[utgrad73]

"I think we have an opportunity to do something special," Laurinaitis said. "You can't come back and want to do this or do that. We have to go through the same process we do every year. It's going to be hard for us this year. Last year we came in under the radar. Other people didn't have much confidence in us but we knew we had a solid team. Now every big game, everyone is going to start doubting us again and we have to be mentally tough and that starts with this offseason."
That task will be easier with Laurinaitis leading the charge.

James has things in perspective. With his leadership the Buckeye ship may reach the promised land once again. Start dreaming now, the season will be here soon enough.

[Bestbuck36]

I can hardly type right now I'm so ecstatic!!! Feels like when Doss returned.


This defense will be the best in the country and will challenge for the top spot all time at tOSU........


....IF Heacock turns em loose.

[schwab]

credit goes to TS10HTW for posting this earlier, but if you are like me, you may have skipped a few pages and missed it...

"I'm hoping they're happy," Laurinaitis said. "I hope Buckeye Nation knows I love them and they're a big reason I'm coming back, because of their love and support and how proud I am to represent them."

Nuff said....

[TS10HTW]

Originally Posted by leroyjenkins

My fiance lives in Columbus, and was at an appointment for some wedding stuff, and she said some 80 year old lady was listening to the radio and screamed. My fiance looked at her and the 80 year old woman said "Did you hear the good news??" JL's decision has touched the hearts of a whole variety of Buckeyes. It is really a great time to be a Buckeye, and I thank these juniors for helping me to realize that after a tough January.

[smith403]

Just so proud to be a Buckeye...this particular class of student/athletes (as

well as coach Tressel) will be a memory to cherish....Fall can't come soon

enough

[SeeinScarlet]

Wow, i am so amped right now, I did not even think it was possible, but i love the little animal even more!!!

[babylon20]

Im stoked that James is returning. I personally feel that there are things he can improve on and will be an even better asset to the NFL next year. I wouldve supported his decision either way, but I'm glad he's staying

[WhoDeyForever]

So proud of Lil' Animal right now..Glad he is deciding to stay..Must really want a National Championship and I think he is going to get another chance next season!

[CookyPuss]

I guess he wanted to earn an All-American selection for each of those 3 stars he received as a recruit.

[schwab]

Originally Posted by MuckFich06

I guess he wanted to earn an All-American selection for each of those 3 stars he received as a recruit.

So true...greenies coming your way MF

[-Laurinaitis33-]

Originally Posted by CausticMick

I'm aware of that, but (right or wrong) I don't really consider any of the FBs a FT starter considering none stood out head and shoulders in either playing time or impact. Very good players, don't get me wrong, but we had three rotating and both D. Johnson and Whaley were walk-ons (I believe, not sure about T. Robinson) until awarded a schollie this year.

That is very true, I thought maybe you were unaware of a player leaving. Thanks for clearing that up though. You are right, the FB position is not something that we need as much as a LB, OT, and DE, which we need every play. The fullback is an important role, just not as substantial as the other three positions, so I can see where you are coming from.

[Buckeye Chris]

As of right now im the happiest man alive knowing he is staying. Cause we all no there is no cure for Laurinaitis!

[BuckeyeGanoosh]

Originally Posted by WhoDeyForever

So proud of Lil' Animal right now..Glad he is deciding to stay..Must really want a National Championship and I think he is going to get another chance next season!

I had a feeling lil animal was coming back. What a defense we have coming back, holy [censored].

Damn, 7 months? tick tick, tick tick....