Here is what is on my mind right now:
- Osama. Dead.
- Shame on 32 NFL clubs for not drafting Mark Herzlich. I know it is a busieness, but drafting a defensive tackle from North Wichita Community College in the 7th round over a former ACC defensive player of the year who survived cancer is wrong. Herzlich was still a productive player in 2010 after recovering from cancer, recording 65 tackles, four interceptions, and two forced fumbles. Was he still a first rounder? Heck no. but definitely worthy of a 7th round pick.
Now, because of the lockout, Herzlich will have to wait to sign a free-agent contract. The good PR alone from taking this guy would have made the draft pick worth it. Instead, players like Jimmy Smith and his four failed drug tests are first round picks.
- Congratulations to all the Dawgs drafted. I was especially excited to see Kris Durham go in the fourth round. Mel Kiper may not like the pick, but I think Durham will prove all of them wrong.
- With the draft over, there is not much left until summer practice. I am getting ready for the 100 day countdown to the new season. I know I haven't been writing much lately, but that will soon change.
GO DAWGS!!!
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Monday, May 31, 2010
The Countdown 2010: 96 Days to Go
On Memorial Day, we honor a Georgia legend who would fight in World War II following his football career at Georgia. To all of the veterans and those who gave their lives for our country, God bless you. Happy Memorial Day!
These are the word used to describe George Poschner by Georgia legend Frank Sinkwich. The two were longtime friends from Youngstown, Ohio. When Sinkwich accepted a scholarship to play football for Georgia, he did so on the condition that Poschner would also receive one. Little did Georgia know they were getting not one, but two future All-Americans.
Poschner played end for the Dawgs from 1939 until 1942. He earned All-American honors during his senior season in 1942. As the Bulldogs were marching towards their first National Championship, Poschner was a key passing target for Sinkwich. His biggest game came in the victory over Alabama, where caught two key passes in the fourth quarter to help secure a 21-10 victory.
He was drafted in the 1943 NFL Draft, but instead enlisted in the US Army. He was honored with the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and the Distinguished Service Cross for his service during World War II that ultimately cost him both of his legs. He was inducted in the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in 1982.
96: George Poschner, End #41 (1939 – 1942)
"In my opinion, George Poschner is perhaps the greatest competitor of all time, both on and off the field. I have never known anyone with more courage on the football or the battlefield".
"In my opinion, George Poschner is perhaps the greatest competitor of all time, both on and off the field. I have never known anyone with more courage on the football or the battlefield".
These are the word used to describe George Poschner by Georgia legend Frank Sinkwich. The two were longtime friends from Youngstown, Ohio. When Sinkwich accepted a scholarship to play football for Georgia, he did so on the condition that Poschner would also receive one. Little did Georgia know they were getting not one, but two future All-Americans.
Poschner played end for the Dawgs from 1939 until 1942. He earned All-American honors during his senior season in 1942. As the Bulldogs were marching towards their first National Championship, Poschner was a key passing target for Sinkwich. His biggest game came in the victory over Alabama, where caught two key passes in the fourth quarter to help secure a 21-10 victory.
He was drafted in the 1943 NFL Draft, but instead enlisted in the US Army. He was honored with the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and the Distinguished Service Cross for his service during World War II that ultimately cost him both of his legs. He was inducted in the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in 1982.
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