Sanders hit on Ward - Page 8 - New England Patriots Forums

IllegalContact · 11-16-2010, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by atomdomb

I couldn't have been happier to see Hines Ward knocked out. People say he is a dirty player but I think he just plays hard to the whistle. He's had his fair share of knockouts and I was very happy to see that ***** eating grin whiped off his face. Who's smiling now!

between him and polamalu.....I hate 'em both, but would love to have them on the pats

nabwong · 11-16-2010, 03:41 PM

There is no doubt that it's a helmet to helmet. The problem is, I don't think Sanders had bad intent. Sanders was almost vertical and was bracing himself for Ward's impact rather than trying to deliver a blow. There was no other option other than not tackling, which is worse. What happens to him is irrelevant. Sanders did his job.

***sbpatfan*** · 11-16-2010, 03:52 PM

I'll be a little ticked if Sanders gets fined but Polamalu doesn't for his H2H hit on Hernandez a few series later. I don't think either hit should be fined, I just want consistency. I'll be shocked if Sanders walks alway scot-free from this.

Synovia · 11-17-2010, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by apple strudel

Personally, I'd do the same thing.

Of course, which is why we need independant physicians, not physicians on the team payroll.