Is Chargers’ LT getting ready to retire?
I came across an interesting post today on orting.blogspot.com.
Here’s a summary….
LaDainian Tomlinson created quite a stir among local TV types when he told ESPN: Sunday Conversation that he “might not” be playing football in five years.
So what’s the big deal?
If Tomlinson is still playing for the Chargers … or anyone else … in 2013, it might be a surprise.
LT’s contract runs through 2012, which would be his 12th NFL season. Most running backs are done by then, even the great ones.
All-time NFL rushing leader Emmitt Smith retired after 15 seasons, with the last three being his worst.
Walter Payton, second on the list, retired after 13 years … with his final season not being so good.
No. 3 Barry Sanders played 10 years and retired at the top of his game.
LT is 19th on the career list with 10,543 yards, quite a ways from Smith’s 18,355 yards.
Should Tomlinson not be playing in five years (or not playing effectively), he would only be […]
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