Arr, me hearties! Giants legend Lawrence Taylor be sayin' today's NFL rules be makin' it mighty hard for me to play!
2023-12-07
Arr, me hearties! The New York Giants' mighty legend, Lawrence Taylor, be confessin' that he'd be havin' a mighty tough time playin' in this present-day NFL, ye see. Them pesky rules 'round defenders be givin' him a headache, aye!
Pro Football Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor and future Canton, Ohio, inductee Tom Brady engaged in a humorous conversation about the differences in the game of football from the 1980s to the 2020s. Taylor expressed his admiration for Brady's skills and wished he could have played in his era. He acknowledged that Brady has achieved more than any other player from an offensive standpoint. Taylor also playfully mentioned that Brady is the number one guy in football that he hasn't hit. Taylor admitted that he wouldn't be as good in today's game due to the rules, which he believes have changed significantly. Brady agreed with Taylor, expressing his dislike for the way the rules have shaped the current game, particularly in terms of protecting quarterbacks. He mentioned a recent hit on Patrick Mahomes that he believed shouldn't have been flagged and emphasized the importance of quarterbacks learning how to read defenses and make quick decisions. Taylor highlighted his confusion about fines imposed on running backs for running over defensive backs and stated that he probably wouldn't last a game in today's football. When asked if he would conform to the rules, Taylor responded humorously that conformity has never been his style. Taylor, a two-time Super Bowl champion and defensive powerhouse, recorded impressive stats throughout his career. The conversation between Taylor and Brady took place on the "Let's Go!" podcast, hosted by legendary sportscaster Jim Gray.