Numbers
Posted: Sat Mar 26, 2022 2:21 pm
I posted a thread like this a number of years ago at .net.
John Madden wrote a chapter in one of his books about numbers and players, and how they should match.
For example, an 8 is a number that makes a player look taller than say, a 4, which will make a player look more "box" shaped.
Madden identified certain players that fit will with the numbers they wore, and he explained how.
An 8, for example, should not be worn by a short guy.
A 2 cannot be a big guy.
For some reason I found it really interesting.
So with that said, here are some for our crowd here...
68 – shutyomouth
Big-bodied, sturdy, and fairly tall, like a large ice chest. A 68 is a relentless pounder. Tireless, and often taking sadistic pride in slamming the same victim throughout the course of a contest. Not a finesse artist, but one whose mauling presence can free others up to perform more spectacular exploits. He is presence that does not go unnoticed.
Famous 68’s include L.C. Greenwood, Russ Grimm, R.C. Thielmann
55 – Screw_Michigan
Is of medium size, but possessing some speed and ability. And there is a quality of precision to a 55, as the double 5’s imply. Not as staunch and stout as a 50 or 51, but can sometimes show more spectacular moments. A 55 might not be a team captain, but will be a large contributor on a successful team. The eyes of a fan can be drawn to a 55.
Famous 55’s include Derrick Brooks, Orel Hershiser, Otis Wilson
16 – Left Seater
Reasonably agile, a 16 has a way of getting things done. Not as svelte as say, a 12, but instead more thick and strong in the mid-section and below the waist. Jim Plunkett was a perfect 16. Might appear more lumbersome than a 10 or 12, but often shows pleasing results. A 16 has some strength, and can get himself up after a solid hit.
Famous 16’s include Frank Gifford, Brett Hull, Joe Montana.
1- Moving Sale
Tough, tenacious, relentless, smallish, and perhaps sassy. Feeling under-appreciated, the 1 has an eternal chip on his shoulder. He needs to win and he wants to have his opponent’s face rubbed in it. He is a gnat (or cyber-chihuahua). He will find a way to make your day unpleasant. He will perform and he might talk about it.
Famous 1’s include Billy Martin, Ozzie Smith, Oscar Robertson
64 – Wolfman
Works in the trenches and packs a lunch. A 64 might get slapped or dropped, but will carry on unfazed. He will return the favor and will multiply it because of his resilience, strength, and determination. “Box-shaped” and grunting often, the 64 is a film room coach’s wet dream. He plods and plows and wins. The 64 is a necessary cog in a well-oiled machine.
Famous 64’s include Jerry Kramer, Jack Reynolds, Randall McDaniel
32 – Smackie Chan
A 32 cannot be a bad player. He must be at the very least a solid contributor. In many cases the 32 is truly outstanding. He looks the part, with a body that sometimes matches a fan’s expectations of greatness. He is not a “bullet,” but is fast enough. A 32 is often very skilled. He carries himself well and knows his craft. Winning is often synonymous with a 32.
Famous 32’s include Magic Johnson, Jim Brown, Sandy Koufax
88 – Mikey
The double 8’s give this player an angular appearance. But he is durable. An 88 is not slow, but is also not the quickest member of the team. He is a reliable performer. Seldom flubs the “easy” play. He will make the occasional “wow” play that gives the fans their money’s worth. He is aesthetically pleasing. He is also a gamer. Not one to shy away in the big moment.
Famous 88’s include Tony Gonzalez, Michael Irvin, Marvin Harrison
More later...
John Madden wrote a chapter in one of his books about numbers and players, and how they should match.
For example, an 8 is a number that makes a player look taller than say, a 4, which will make a player look more "box" shaped.
Madden identified certain players that fit will with the numbers they wore, and he explained how.
An 8, for example, should not be worn by a short guy.
A 2 cannot be a big guy.
For some reason I found it really interesting.
So with that said, here are some for our crowd here...
68 – shutyomouth
Big-bodied, sturdy, and fairly tall, like a large ice chest. A 68 is a relentless pounder. Tireless, and often taking sadistic pride in slamming the same victim throughout the course of a contest. Not a finesse artist, but one whose mauling presence can free others up to perform more spectacular exploits. He is presence that does not go unnoticed.
Famous 68’s include L.C. Greenwood, Russ Grimm, R.C. Thielmann
55 – Screw_Michigan
Is of medium size, but possessing some speed and ability. And there is a quality of precision to a 55, as the double 5’s imply. Not as staunch and stout as a 50 or 51, but can sometimes show more spectacular moments. A 55 might not be a team captain, but will be a large contributor on a successful team. The eyes of a fan can be drawn to a 55.
Famous 55’s include Derrick Brooks, Orel Hershiser, Otis Wilson
16 – Left Seater
Reasonably agile, a 16 has a way of getting things done. Not as svelte as say, a 12, but instead more thick and strong in the mid-section and below the waist. Jim Plunkett was a perfect 16. Might appear more lumbersome than a 10 or 12, but often shows pleasing results. A 16 has some strength, and can get himself up after a solid hit.
Famous 16’s include Frank Gifford, Brett Hull, Joe Montana.
1- Moving Sale
Tough, tenacious, relentless, smallish, and perhaps sassy. Feeling under-appreciated, the 1 has an eternal chip on his shoulder. He needs to win and he wants to have his opponent’s face rubbed in it. He is a gnat (or cyber-chihuahua). He will find a way to make your day unpleasant. He will perform and he might talk about it.
Famous 1’s include Billy Martin, Ozzie Smith, Oscar Robertson
64 – Wolfman
Works in the trenches and packs a lunch. A 64 might get slapped or dropped, but will carry on unfazed. He will return the favor and will multiply it because of his resilience, strength, and determination. “Box-shaped” and grunting often, the 64 is a film room coach’s wet dream. He plods and plows and wins. The 64 is a necessary cog in a well-oiled machine.
Famous 64’s include Jerry Kramer, Jack Reynolds, Randall McDaniel
32 – Smackie Chan
A 32 cannot be a bad player. He must be at the very least a solid contributor. In many cases the 32 is truly outstanding. He looks the part, with a body that sometimes matches a fan’s expectations of greatness. He is not a “bullet,” but is fast enough. A 32 is often very skilled. He carries himself well and knows his craft. Winning is often synonymous with a 32.
Famous 32’s include Magic Johnson, Jim Brown, Sandy Koufax
88 – Mikey
The double 8’s give this player an angular appearance. But he is durable. An 88 is not slow, but is also not the quickest member of the team. He is a reliable performer. Seldom flubs the “easy” play. He will make the occasional “wow” play that gives the fans their money’s worth. He is aesthetically pleasing. He is also a gamer. Not one to shy away in the big moment.
Famous 88’s include Tony Gonzalez, Michael Irvin, Marvin Harrison
More later...
