I am a huge Smith fan. Story aside, the guy is a killer LB. His play on Watson on the goal line last year, to me, showed his potential greatness. Lots of folks here ripped on him his first year because he looked lost. The dumb coaching staff threw a guy out there who had not played in 2 years AND did not have full mobility in his foot. IMO he was remarkable given that his first year, especially toward the end. Last year I thought the guy was a wrecking ball. Complete stud. This year I think the coaching staff have failed him and LVE. Putting those guys in coverage and on their heels more than attacking. Marinelli is a disaster. Smith, because he is great, has still flashed. I think his timing was off to begin the season but he has looked much better the last few games. Why? Well the morons are attacking with him more - finally. Giving a guy like him some freedom to make plays rather than sticking him in a box and telling him to react. Never underestimate the stupidity of this organization when it comes to players. Almost ruined Jones as a S. Collins as a 1 tech. Sean Lee as a Mike LB. Anyone with a brain can see these guys were not in the right spot.
I am glad Smith has looked great the last few games. It might shut up the morons here that bash him.
Good post.
CLEAR.EYE.VIEW.
