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September 25, 2006
Coming Soon to EBay: Chris Simms' Ruptured Spleen: Chris Simms had his spleen removed after taking several hard hits during the Bucs-Panthers game yesterday. "Go ahead, vent your spleen," Tampa Tribune columnist Martin Fennelly wrote this morning to Simms critics. "At least you have one. But don't say this kid isn't tough."
The younger Simms has had high expectations placed on him since he was big enough to throw his first pass, and he has always struck me, first, as just a good kid, and second, as a fighter. I believe if Tampa fans will have a little patience with him, they will find out what many of us University of Texas fans have known for quite a while, that there is no quit in him, and that he is intelligent enough to overcome whatever physical shortcomings he may have.
posted by mjkredliner at 08:48 AM on September 25, 2006
I think Simms' spleen wanted out of Tampa.
posted by rcade at 08:56 AM on September 25, 2006
He's trying to escape. But he's being very wily in the attempt.
posted by WeedyMcSmokey at 09:43 AM on September 25, 2006
I would like to hear the trainers explain how Simms ended up back in the game. He looked a mess when he came out. What is the point of the trainer again?
posted by bperk at 09:50 AM on September 25, 2006
Perhaps a wake up call to Buc mgt to get a O-Line? I thought that he ruptured it when he dove in for the touchdown? Anywho, I wonder if they're going to stick with the backup, or maybe call Jeff George to the rescue?
posted by wingnut4life at 10:38 AM on September 25, 2006
I admired his Dad's play for years. Phil had a great career but he is horrible as an announcer. I hope Chris gets better soon.
posted by dbt302 at 01:09 PM on September 25, 2006
I think Simms' spleen wanted out of Tampa. His spleen needs a new agent because thats a helluva way to get out of a contract.
posted by gradys_kitchen at 01:15 PM on September 25, 2006
If that goes on EBay, ill be the first to buy it and put it in my pool room. Me: Hey look at this Everyone else: .... wtf is that? Me: A spleen Everyone Else: WTF?? Me: No, no- its Chris Simms' spleen Everyone: Woow.... cooool...
posted by Kendall at 04:16 PM on September 25, 2006
I think Simms' spleen wanted out of Tampa. Grow the F* Up! He showed more sack and grit than you will ever have. Or maybe you just think you are some kind of comedian of misfortune- save it for your job at the improv- never mind I will show up at your job and tell you that you undercooked my fries you POS. You may not like his play or his team- but he got hurt playing hard. Save your comments for the drug addicts and those that get hurt doing stupid off the field stuff. I bet you have some wise assed comment about Stingley and Utley as well. Lets hear those Mr. Smart Ass. Sorry I meant Mr. No Class.
posted by urall cloolis at 01:34 AM on September 27, 2006
cloolis: Get a clue. bperk: Isn't the trainer the feller that holds up 2 fingers and asks you how many of 'em you see?
posted by mjkredliner at 07:43 AM on September 27, 2006
You guys shut the hell up, Chris Simms' mom is obviously perusing the thread. Sorry, Mrs. Simms, just having a little fun.
posted by The_Black_Hand at 10:00 AM on September 27, 2006
Wow. He's tough alright, but perhaps not so smart. I hope he comes back strong, I admired his Dad's play for years. Perhaps a wake up call to Buc mgt to get a O-Line?