Charles Woodson

[Rutnstrut]

So I saw Woodson make two hits - which is two more than he normally makes. And the reason he does't was on display, because h got hurt on the second hit.

He made a couple big hits, got hurt on one and was back in for the next series. I didn't see anything today that proves your point.

[pbmax]

He made a couple big hits, got hurt on one and was back in for the next series. I didn't see anything today that proves your point.

He tackled Cobb, who is 5' 3" and weighs 135 lbs soaking wet, by diving at his feet to trip him up. Except for Cobb going airborne, which he did himself because he was trying to leap over Wood, it was a classic minimize contact tackle from Wood. He looked like Shields on that one. It was not a big hit.

[mraynrand]

He tackled Cobb, who is 5' 3" and weighs 135 lbs soaking wet, by diving at his feet to trip him up. Except for Cobb going airborne, which he did himself because he was trying to leap over Wood, it was a classic minimize contact tackle from Wood. He looked like Shields on that one. It was not a big hit.

Even the two hits were atypical for him, from the maybe 6-8 games I've seen him play in the past 10-16. My point was that he's as fragile as a wineglass and is avoiding contact. Guy used to tackle like a linebacker.

[pbmax]

Even the two hits were atypical for him, from the maybe 6-8 games I've seen him play in the past 10-16. My point was that he's as fragile as a wineglass and is avoiding contact. Guy used to tackle like a linebacker.

And he should always be given credit for that because I think that history, plus his age, is why he is so fragile now.

[mraynrand]

And he should always be given credit for that because I think that history, plus his age, is why he is so fragile now.

Absolutely. The reason he's still around is that he's an amazing athlete and crafty as hell. Yesterday may have been the last game of consequence he'll play - Raiders were still alive in playoff consideration and he had a chance to meet and show up the old team. I think he gave everything he had left on those two shots. The fumble by Starks almost swung the game. Woodson is a very proud man, and wanted to show something special, just like he did on his last play in SB45.

[Joemailman]

Woodson has announced his retirement effective at the end of the season.

[pbmax]

Good night Chuck.

Rarely had my mind changed about a player this much. Glad to have gotten to know him a little.

[call_me_ishmael]

One of the finest careers ever. Hats off to him. My favorite Packer of all time.

[pbmax]

Jason Wilde @jasonjwilde 46m46 minutes ago Green Bay, WI
In conversation Sun., #Raiders GM Reggie McKenzie said Woodson's opening-day shoulder injury should've ended his season. Didn't miss a game.

Jason Wilde @jasonjwilde 28m28 minutes ago Green Bay, WI
Had fantastic conversation with Woodson last Monday night. Interesting to re-read now with news of retirement plans: http://espn.go.com/blog/green-bay-pa...ld-to-be-doing …

Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter 2h2 hours ago
Charles Woodson and Marcus Allen are only players to win Heisman Trophy, AP Rookie of Year, AP Player of Year and Super Bowl during career.

Bruce Feldman @BruceFeldmanCFB 9m9 minutes ago
Charles Woodson won the Heisman in what may be the best finalists group ever: 29 Pro Bowls between CW, Peyton Manning & R. Moss (and Leaf).

[pbmax]

Great article on Wood from Charles Robinson in 2010. http://sports.yahoo.com/news/packers...0600--nfl.html

See Rand and a family friend make a cameo in paragraphs 2 and 3.