Keep It Moving…
Posted by VeRonda Wicks September 12th, 2008Have you ever just felt like losing it or that (maybe) you’d already lost it?
Tennessee Titans’ quarterback, Vince Young, has been under the radar after some of his actions were viewed as him losing mental control. After some poorly planned plays (Wow! Say that three times.) against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Young was “booed” by some of the fans. He later said he wasn’t prepared for those reactions and that he just needs to mature in some areas. Offering a very insightful assessment of himself, Young appeared to be very vulnerable; but at the same time, very self assured that a positive change was imminent.
Good for Young… But his experience was really something I felt we all (at some time) go through… It is, indeed, tough some times to endure the pressures of the world and all the expectations that we (and our families, and friends, and neighbors, and pets) put on ourselves. At the same time, like Young, you just have to choose to get up and dust yourself off (even with all the “boos” in the background).
So, let’s all practice!… Get up. Dust yourself off. And, keep it moving (Wait, you missed a spot!).
September 14th, 2008 at 7:41 am
I’m a Vince Young fan. I enjoyed watching him play during his tenure at the University of Texas, and the game where he ended Southern California’s dominant was one of the most exciting football games I’ve watched in a long time. With that said, I hope he develops a thick skin, listens to the song ‘Dirt Off Your Shoulder’ by Jay-Z a few times before games, and goes out there and plays with no remorse, ruthless aggression, and instilled dignity. He needs it.
September 14th, 2008 at 11:39 am
I hope he can pull it together. He’s young and has his whole future ahead of him. Hopefully this experience will teach him something and he can come out stronger from it.
September 14th, 2008 at 7:58 pm
Hey Troy! Yes… Young needs to just remember his dominance from his college days. He’ll be fine. Oh, and I’m sure he’ll be thankful for your playlist!! LOL!
September 14th, 2008 at 8:00 pm
Hey DC!… I agree. It’s about experience and he’ll learn from this and hopefully just grow. Visit again soon!
September 16th, 2008 at 5:55 pm
Big Vince Young fan and I think he’ll pull it together. Regardless of the level you’re stepping up to, sometimes can be a little daunting realizing everyone else is as good as you are. He’s used to being the superstar until now…perhaps he will only turn out to be a decent NFL QB…but he’s got to mentally adjust to the fact the players are bigger, stronger, faster and he can compete with them – just not dominate them. I don’t think he’ll ever be a superstar in the NFL, but I think he can certainly be a winning QB.
September 17th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
Sportsattitude, this is a great point… in college, Young was the biggest and fastest now he’s confronted with playing with and against those who are just as great. See you soon!
October 13th, 2008 at 2:18 pm
Hey, Ronda. I agree with you that Vince just needs some time. He’s an awesome young talent that any team would want on their rouster. We never know what a person is going through. He could be dealing with personal stuff that we’ll never be privy to.
October 13th, 2008 at 6:35 pm
Hey Mike! I learned a long time ago that you really don’t ever know what another person is going through, so you shouldn’t assume… Hope to see you back soon!