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Nice comments about their similarities. The field vision comment, how beyond athleticism or speed you have to know how to create space in the right place to allow your QB to target you. Rice says that was what made him the complete receiver...
Being productive when hurt is a huge component when talking contracts and extensions. They're all hurt, and they're mostly all tough and will at least attempt to play through injuries. But it's the guys who can play WELL in the process that have added value.
Wes Welker, Jerry Rice two of the same | Boston Herald
Being productive when hurt is a huge component when talking contracts and extensions. They're all hurt, and they're mostly all tough and will at least attempt to play through injuries. But it's the guys who can play WELL in the process that have added value.
“A lot of guys can come in there and make plays and do all of that, but are they going to be able to be durable and last the entire season?” Rice said. “This guy has proven himself over and over again that he’s going to play through injuries. He’s going to be productive when he’s hurt. I think he really deserves the contract that they should give him.
“I don’t know what the hesitation is. And Wes is going to be, what, 32 (next offseason)? That’s when I was in my prime, and I felt I was playing my best football. I don’t think he’s getting old. I think he’s still durable and can go out there and make those plays.”
Welker has battled through an ankle injury for much of the season, and began yesterday’s practice on the stationary bike just to loosen it up. Yet, hit after hit and ankle roll after ankle roll, Welker routinely gets up and plays on.
“I think that’s the reason why we’re somewhat similar because I was able to tolerate a lot of pain but still be able to be focused and productive on the football field,” Rice said. “A lot of guys can’t play through pain, and he can.”
Wes Welker, Jerry Rice two of the same | Boston Herald