Jim Phaserman 0 Posted November 7, 2005 Story by J.T. Phaserman, Packers' Fan and HS Football Coach..... Green Bay--Everyone knows the Packers are 1-7 this year. Everyone also knows that the Injury bug has made it's home in Lambeau Field this season, as the Packers have seen 2 Wide Recievers and 2 Running Backs end their seasons early with injuries. This week, the Packers were set to start Halfback Tony Fisher for the second straight week. On Friday, though, it was discovered he had broken his 1st Rib, and was deactivated. Rashard Lee, the fourth string RB coming into the season, got the start. He had 2 plays at Halfback, and on the second play, he put it on the ground. Enter Samkon Gado. Gado is an undrafted Rookie who WAS on the practice squad in KC. A habitual backup at Liberty College, it is amazing that Gado is even in the NFL. On Sunday, he got his chance to show the world what he can do. Shouldering the running game, Gado took control, rushing 26 times for 64 yards and 1 TD. With Tony Fisher not expected to play next week, the coaching staff unsure of how well Rashard Lee will hold on to the ball, expect to see Mr. Gado again next week. Not bad for a 5th string Running Back, huh? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Itchygomba69 0 Posted November 7, 2005 Umm he avaeage 2.4 yards a carry, I wouldnt say its great, and the Steelers were daring the Packers to run cause they had a pass Defense in the whole game Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Phaserman 0 Posted November 7, 2005 DW, consider that the Packers very rarely rush this season, it's actually quite an accomplishment. Also, Brett Favre did pretty good against that Pass Defense, as he didn't throw an interception the whole game* Though I will give the Steeler's D some props for excellent play yesterday. *The one INT credited to him wasn't his fault. He put at the right spot, right into Donald Driver's hands. the Interception is Driver's fault, since it was knocked UP, rather than batted down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gary Phaserman 0 Posted November 17, 2005 I like this kid. Give him the rock some more, Sherm. Besides, "TOUCHDOWN SAMKON GADO!" is really fun to say. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Phaserman 0 Posted November 21, 2005 It is, isn't it? In order for Green Bay to win tonight, Wayne Larravee and Larry McCarrien need to be saying that alot! that and Favre needs to show the Vikings why he is STILL the best Quarterback of all time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
