Never before or since, has any defensive play been able to control a game the way LT did. I remember watching the game, during every obvious passing situation how we knew, just knew that LT was going to eat the QB.
Loved being a Giant fan in those days. We had the single best player on the field no matter who else was suited up for the game. On either team.
In this era, there’s such a focus on preparation and accountability. (Didn’t Coughlin bench for the first half of a big, late-season game?) You’re always hearing about team leadership or how “no one works harder than this guy.”
LT slept through team meetings, ignored play schemes, blew off practices, missed game kickoffs, partied like crazy. (Not to mention his sex offenses, which, troubling as they are, wouldn’t affect his play on field.) And he’s a legend. Actually, calling him a legend is an understatement.
One of the few advantages to being a sixty-something is that I was able to watch LT’s entire career.
LT was the only player I have ever seen…that when he hit a guy time seems to stop on impact…then the head snap or the way the shoulders move…the QB’s legs flailing.
Like watching a crash test dummy hit a wall or Evil Knievel’s body bouncing on the Caesars Palace parking lot asphalt.
Happy because I was lucky enough to be a fan with season tix during those years. LT was a joy to watch. And our D was really incredible.
Sad because it makes me realize how far away our recent rosters have been to anything close to that level.
People always say things like "so and so was a generational talent." Its overused but LT was definitely that guy.
There were QBs who were literally so afraid of him that he was in their head. Neil Lomax was one of those guys on the Cardinals. Pretty good QB but LT rung him up so many times that Lomax just couldn't do anything against the Giants
And read old articles, it’s pretty crazy just how often LT is dealing with some sort of injury. He was just constantly banged up.
I think a lot of that was mainly because of how reckless he was on the field with his body. He’s one of the few tacklers I’ve seen that actually maintains his speed or actually speeds up at the point of contact with a ball-carrier.
He was a truly unique athlete both in terms of physical gifts and mentality.
And read old articles, it’s pretty crazy just how often LT is dealing with some sort of injury. He was just constantly banged up.
I think a lot of that was mainly because of how reckless he was on the field with his body. He’s one of the few tacklers I’ve seen that actually maintains his speed or actually speeds up at the point of contact with a ball-carrier.
He was a truly unique athlete both in terms of physical gifts and mentality.
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"What makes L.T. so great, what makes him so aggressive, is his total disregard for his body," said Bill Belichick, the Giants' defensive coordinator during Taylor's prime.
But watching clips of him...man, I'm jealous of y'all that were able to see & appreciate him in the moment. My old man still says he's the best football player he's ever seen. Not best defensive player, best football player.
40yd time ?? On that Int,he was running a long way for that TD..If you put a 88 or 85 jersey on him,he looked like Homer Jones or Bob Hayes..Good Lord,boy was he fast.
Just looked that one up, awesome. It’s actually the same guy that made both videos. Here’s the “Real LT” one
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The music is great, but I really like that it starts with LT raging out in the '85 OT game against Philly. I've never seen LT so pissed in a game.
I can still hear Pat Summerall saying, "And there goes his helmet way behind the Giants bench. LT is peeved."
The music is great, but I really like that it starts with LT raging out in the '85 OT game against Philly. I've never seen LT so pissed in a game.
I can still hear Pat Summerall saying, "And there goes his helmet way behind the Giants bench. LT is peeved."
LOL. Landeta moved with the quickness. Ain't no one wanna be near LT when he's in that state.
Larry Bird and Lawrence Taylor. Phenomenal ... no other word to describe their play/game.
So glad I was born at a time where I could witness it first hand.
Loved being a Giant fan in those days. We had the single best player on the field no matter who else was suited up for the game. On either team.
LT slept through team meetings, ignored play schemes, blew off practices, missed game kickoffs, partied like crazy. (Not to mention his sex offenses, which, troubling as they are, wouldn’t affect his play on field.) And he’s a legend. Actually, calling him a legend is an understatement.
One of the few advantages to being a sixty-something is that I was able to watch LT’s entire career.
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is the "Real LT" 2-minute video...the guy that edited that one did a great job.
Just looked that one up, awesome. It’s actually the same guy that made both videos. Here’s the “Real LT” one Link - ( New Window )
Loved that one but where was the Detroit one hand sack!
Like watching a crash test dummy hit a wall or Evil Knievel’s body bouncing on the Caesars Palace parking lot asphalt.
LT changed the game. From QBs to offensive lineman to scheme. Everything.
Sad because it makes me realize how far away our recent rosters have been to anything close to that level.
People always say things like "so and so was a generational talent." Its overused but LT was definitely that guy.
There were QBs who were literally so afraid of him that he was in their head. Neil Lomax was one of those guys on the Cardinals. Pretty good QB but LT rung him up so many times that Lomax just couldn't do anything against the Giants
Is there a way to force Thibs to watch that on a loop, Clockwork Orange style?
I think if LT stays upright he could've dragged any QB to the end zone for a TD.
Defies physics... Massive humans applying force in the opposite direction and LT's speed remains constant.
Is there a way to force Thibs to watch that on a loop, Clockwork Orange style?
LT was reckless on the field. Too much business now for any player to do want to do that.
Utterly unique.
And wonderfully terrifying.
I think a lot of that was mainly because of how reckless he was on the field with his body. He’s one of the few tacklers I’ve seen that actually maintains his speed or actually speeds up at the point of contact with a ball-carrier.
He was a truly unique athlete both in terms of physical gifts and mentality.
Thanks for posting!
I think a lot of that was mainly because of how reckless he was on the field with his body. He’s one of the few tacklers I’ve seen that actually maintains his speed or actually speeds up at the point of contact with a ball-carrier.
He was a truly unique athlete both in terms of physical gifts and mentality.