Edgerrin "Career Move" James watches Colts win it all - The Orange Mane

Taco John · 02-06-2007, 01:17 AM

Edge parties, watches friends play

Former Colts running back claims no frustration over missing out on Super Bowl

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. -- It's 5 a.m. a day before Super Bowl XLI and Edgerrin James is as fresh and enthusiastic as if he was about to play with his old teammates.

The former Indianapolis Colts running back is chillin' after three hours of clubbing at Spirits, a popular dancing nightspot at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Time for breakfast, but he blows it off to talk about his team's chances Sunday against the Chicago Bears at Dolphin Stadium.

"The Colts are still my team," said James, who ran for a franchise record 9,226 yards in a horseshoe helmet through 2005 before signing with Arizona last offseason. "I've been telling everybody that since midseason, it's the Colts' year."

A fan favorite known simply as Edge back in Indianapolis, he is known for his fun-loving lifestyle. So when the subject is broached about how much he would like to play in this game, he flashes those gold teeth and laughs.
"I'm having more fun now than the players," he said. "They have to get back for curfew."

He has met with several of his old buddies this week: receiver Reggie Wayne, defensive end Dwight Freeney, running back Dominic Rhodes and linebacker Cato June. The fun has to be early, before Edge Time usually gets started after midnight, because the players couldn't stay out too late.

James is asked about his season with Arizona, how the Cardinals flopped to a 5-11 record, coach Dennis Green got fired and he had to plug along behind a lousy line to gain 1,159 yards, 3.4 per carry.

He repeated his joke told to friends when they got together, "I'm loving life every day in Phoenix except for Sunday."

The wear and tear was brutal at times. But he credited his offseason strength and conditioning coach for keeping him strong.

"Don't worry. I got this covered," James said, tapping his chest. "I'm chillin'."

James will watch the Super Bowl at a private party.
Seemingly stating the obvious, the assumption is offered that he should be in this game, that he would be if the Colts hadn't let him go to free agency as a salary cap casualty.

"I'm having so much fun," he said. "You don't realize how much fun you can have as a spectator."

http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dl...702050396/1100

Clockwork Orange · 02-06-2007, 01:20 AM

I'm sure the Cardinals are just thrilled to see that kind of burning competitive spirit from the guy they just gave a boatload of money to.

Killericon · 02-06-2007, 01:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

I'm sure the Cardinals are just thrilled to see that kind of burning competitive spirit from the guy they just gave a boatload of money to.

The way he dreads Sundays, that's got to be music to Wisenhunt's ears.

Clockwork Orange · 02-06-2007, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killericon

The way he dreads Sundays, that's got to be music to Wisenhunt's ears.

If I were Wisenhunt, I'd seriously consider giving James his walking papers after reading this. It's not going to help change the culture of losing that surrounds the franchise if one of their highest paid players cares nothing about winning.

watermock · 02-06-2007, 02:28 AM

Heh...I would love to just pick up his salary and let Arizona foot the SB...

Better to just get fresh meat tho...he's been worked like a rented mule. He's chillin' after booking 11.5 million last year just in SB.

cabronco · 02-06-2007, 02:34 AM

He sure didnt look like the same player in AZ. Che-ching. I mean after the phat checks you want him to play too ?

watermock · 02-06-2007, 02:42 AM

He just needed a comb over..get off his cranium.

Beezer. Hair restoration specialist.

Taco John · 02-06-2007, 02:52 AM

Who wants to play in a Superbowl with all those curfews and junk?

BroncoBuff · 02-06-2007, 03:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by killericon

The way he dreads Sundays, that's got to be music to Wisenhunt's ears.

I agree that it seems strange, but I'm not sure he said anything that wrong. If he didn't hate Sundays, critics could say "he's comfortable with losing." They've won, what? 4 games and 5 games the last two years? That's horrible for a team "on the rise" when he signed - with Dennis Green, Kurt Warner, etc... that's not what he signed up for.

He "hates Sundays"? He better hate Sundays with the way they're going.

dbfan21 · 02-06-2007, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taco John

Edge parties, watches friends play

Former Colts running back claims no frustration over missing out on Super Bowl

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. -- It's 5 a.m. a day before Super Bowl XLI and Edgerrin James is as fresh and enthusiastic as if he was about to play with his old teammates.

The former Indianapolis Colts running back is chillin' after three hours of clubbing at Spirits, a popular dancing nightspot at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Time for breakfast, but he blows it off to talk about his team's chances Sunday against the Chicago Bears at Dolphin Stadium.

"The Colts are still my team," said James, who ran for a franchise record 9,226 yards in a horseshoe helmet through 2005 before signing with Arizona last offseason. "I've been telling everybody that since midseason, it's the Colts' year."

A fan favorite known simply as Edge back in Indianapolis, he is known for his fun-loving lifestyle. So when the subject is broached about how much he would like to play in this game, he flashes those gold teeth and laughs.
"I'm having more fun now than the players," he said. "They have to get back for curfew."

He has met with several of his old buddies this week: receiver Reggie Wayne, defensive end Dwight Freeney, running back Dominic Rhodes and linebacker Cato June. The fun has to be early, before Edge Time usually gets started after midnight, because the players couldn't stay out too late.

James is asked about his season with Arizona, how the Cardinals flopped to a 5-11 record, coach Dennis Green got fired and he had to plug along behind a lousy line to gain 1,159 yards, 3.4 per carry.

He repeated his joke told to friends when they got together, "I'm loving life every day in Phoenix except for Sunday."

The wear and tear was brutal at times. But he credited his offseason strength and conditioning coach for keeping him strong.

"Don't worry. I got this covered," James said, tapping his chest. "I'm chillin'."

James will watch the Super Bowl at a private party.
Seemingly stating the obvious, the assumption is offered that he should be in this game, that he would be if the Colts hadn't let him go to free agency as a salary cap casualty.

"I'm having so much fun," he said. "You don't realize how much fun you can have as a spectator."

http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dl...702050396/1100

Edge, you've been a spectator your WHOLE career! And as long as you're in Arizona, you'll always be a spectator! What an idiot.

Orange_Beard · 02-06-2007, 08:57 AM

The article should start out.........

"While sitting on a pile of cash....."

alkemical · 02-06-2007, 09:17 AM

Straight Cash Homey - Randy Moss

bronco militia · 02-06-2007, 09:46 AM

He repeated his joke told to friends when they got together, "I'm loving life every day in Phoenix except for Sunday."

HA HA

Popps · 02-06-2007, 11:14 AM

"Don't worry. I got this covered," James said, tapping his chest. "I'm chillin'."

I honestly thought this article was a joke. I scrolled down to the bottom, looking for TheOnion.com or something.

alkemical · 02-06-2007, 11:16 AM

So he plays for pay. I work for pay. I like the weekends more than the days i go to work....

It's not all about glory for these guys.

How many here go to work because they loooooove their jobs vs. how many go because they want paid....

fontaine · 02-06-2007, 11:19 AM

In the past ten years Arizona had just one 1000 yard rusher apart from Edge.

He's earned every cold hard cent given how he's had to fend of tacklers in the back field behind that non OL in Arizona.

I didn't think he'd survive in one piece, but he's proved me wrong. Well done Edge.

Arkansas Bronco · 02-06-2007, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clockwork Orange

If I were Wisenhunt, I'd seriously consider giving James his walking papers after reading this. It's not going to help change the culture of losing that surrounds the franchise if one of their highest paid players cares nothing about winning.

Hold up there CO thats too easy, better thing to do is run him 30 times a game and wear out those knees first then release him. Sure this sounds cruel but Im not in the best of moods today.

rbackfactory80 · 02-06-2007, 11:35 AM

Some people hold athletes to higher standards then they hold other people. Just like with any sample of the population, athletes either have the want or drive to be the best or take the money. When Edge signed with Arizona most people new what he wanted more.

maven · 02-06-2007, 11:57 AM

Not sure what's with all the flame against Edge in this thread. The Colts decided to pay Reggie Wayne instead of Edge. Edge decided to leave and AZ offered a nice contract. The guy is having fun during SB week. No doubt he would like to be on the field for the Colts this past week, but the team and Edge went in a different direction.

alkemical · 02-06-2007, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rbackfactory80

Some people hold athletes to higher standards then they hold other people. Just like with any sample of the population, athletes either have the want or drive to be the best or take the money. When Edge signed with Arizona most people new what he wanted more.

exactly

Billy Clyde Puckett · 02-06-2007, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maven

Not sure what's with all the flame against Edge in this thread. The Colts decided to pay Reggie Wayne instead of Edge. Edge decided to leave and AZ offered a nice contract. The guy is having fun during SB week. No doubt he would like to be on the field for the Colts this past week, but the team and Edge went in a different direction.

Agree and perhaps his remark about not enjoying Sunday has been mis interpeted. May he meant he didn't like losing on Sundays.

broncosteven · 02-06-2007, 02:04 PM

I need some grills.

azbroncfan · 02-06-2007, 04:19 PM

EJ was smart and took the money when only one team wanted to give it to him. He knew he was overrated running against Nickle D's because teams were more afraid of Pay me a ton and the passing attack.

Bronx33 · 02-06-2007, 04:51 PM

It just shows ya where money gets in the way of a childhood dreams and how that just doesn't matter anymore, i swear if they would quit paying these guys so much we would see teams stay together longer and loyalty would actually mean something. Tough freaking shyt for Mr James though his bank account could really care less.

RhymesayersDU · 02-06-2007, 04:53 PM

Oh no! A guy decided to get paid more for his services, like any rational person would!

God, what a dumbass!

02-06-2007, 01:17 AM	#1
Taco John 24/7 Broncos In Elway I Trust Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 49,697 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Manning	Edgerrin "Career Move" James watches Colts win it all Edge parties, watches friends play Former Colts running back claims no frustration over missing out on Super Bowl HOLLYWOOD, Fla. -- It's 5 a.m. a day before Super Bowl XLI and Edgerrin James is as fresh and enthusiastic as if he was about to play with his old teammates. The former Indianapolis Colts running back is chillin' after three hours of clubbing at Spirits, a popular dancing nightspot at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Time for breakfast, but he blows it off to talk about his team's chances Sunday against the Chicago Bears at Dolphin Stadium. "The Colts are still my team," said James, who ran for a franchise record 9,226 yards in a horseshoe helmet through 2005 before signing with Arizona last offseason. "I've been telling everybody that since midseason, it's the Colts' year." A fan favorite known simply as Edge back in Indianapolis, he is known for his fun-loving lifestyle. So when the subject is broached about how much he would like to play in this game, he flashes those gold teeth and laughs. "I'm having more fun now than the players," he said. "They have to get back for curfew." He has met with several of his old buddies this week: receiver Reggie Wayne, defensive end Dwight Freeney, running back Dominic Rhodes and linebacker Cato June. The fun has to be early, before Edge Time usually gets started after midnight, because the players couldn't stay out too late. James is asked about his season with Arizona, how the Cardinals flopped to a 5-11 record, coach Dennis Green got fired and he had to plug along behind a lousy line to gain 1,159 yards, 3.4 per carry. He repeated his joke told to friends when they got together, "I'm loving life every day in Phoenix except for Sunday." The wear and tear was brutal at times. But he credited his offseason strength and conditioning coach for keeping him strong. "Don't worry. I got this covered," James said, tapping his chest. "I'm chillin'." James will watch the Super Bowl at a private party. Seemingly stating the obvious, the assumption is offered that he should be in this game, that he would be if the Colts hadn't let him go to free agency as a salary cap casualty. "I'm having so much fun," he said. "You don't realize how much fun you can have as a spectator." http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dl...702050396/1100

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02-06-2007, 01:20 AM	#2
Clockwork Orange Persona Non Grata I seen him! Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 21,438	I'm sure the Cardinals are just thrilled to see that kind of burning competitive spirit from the guy they just gave a boatload of money to.

02-06-2007, 02:28 AM	#5
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	Heh...I would love to just pick up his salary and let Arizona foot the SB... Better to just get fresh meat tho...he's been worked like a rented mule. He's chillin' after booking 11.5 million last year just in SB.

02-06-2007, 02:34 AM	#6
cabronco Fish & Chips PFM Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: So.Cal. Posts: 5,469 Adopt-a-Bronco: wth happened	He sure didnt look like the same player in AZ. Che-ching. I mean after the phat checks you want him to play too ?

02-06-2007, 02:52 AM	#8
Taco John 24/7 Broncos In Elway I Trust Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 49,697 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Manning	Who wants to play in a Superbowl with all those curfews and junk?

02-06-2007, 08:57 AM	#11
Orange_Beard Over Jay Cutler Todd Snider Rules! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Leucadia, CA Posts: 7,836 Adopt-a-Bronco: Tony Scheffler	The article should start out......... "While sitting on a pile of cash....."

02-06-2007, 09:17 AM	#12
alkemical Guerrilla Ontologist rorrim\|mirror Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Future Posts: 42,691 Adopt-a-Bronco: Prima Materia	Straight Cash Homey - Randy Moss

02-06-2007, 09:46 AM	#13
bronco militia Ring of Famer THE GREATEST Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: colorado springs, co Posts: 22,567	He repeated his joke told to friends when they got together, "I'm loving life every day in Phoenix except for Sunday." HA HA

02-06-2007, 11:14 AM	#14
Popps TEAM FIRST. Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 29,785	"Don't worry. I got this covered," James said, tapping his chest. "I'm chillin'." I honestly thought this article was a joke. I scrolled down to the bottom, looking for TheOnion.com or something.

02-06-2007, 11:16 AM	#15
alkemical Guerrilla Ontologist rorrim\|mirror Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Future Posts: 42,691 Adopt-a-Bronco: Prima Materia	So he plays for pay. I work for pay. I like the weekends more than the days i go to work.... It's not all about glory for these guys. How many here go to work because they loooooove their jobs vs. how many go because they want paid....

02-06-2007, 11:19 AM	#16
fontaine Ring of Famer Go John Manning! Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 12,422	In the past ten years Arizona had just one 1000 yard rusher apart from Edge. He's earned every cold hard cent given how he's had to fend of tacklers in the back field behind that non OL in Arizona. I didn't think he'd survive in one piece, but he's proved me wrong. Well done Edge.

02-06-2007, 11:35 AM	#18
rbackfactory80 Ring of Famer Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New York Posts: 4,606	Some people hold athletes to higher standards then they hold other people. Just like with any sample of the population, athletes either have the want or drive to be the best or take the money. When Edge signed with Arizona most people new what he wanted more.

02-06-2007, 11:57 AM	#19
maven ★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆ Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,736	Not sure what's with all the flame against Edge in this thread. The Colts decided to pay Reggie Wayne instead of Edge. Edge decided to leave and AZ offered a nice contract. The guy is having fun during SB week. No doubt he would like to be on the field for the Colts this past week, but the team and Edge went in a different direction.

02-06-2007, 02:04 PM	#22
broncosteven The Kranz Dictum MWA: Flight Director Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tranquility Base Posts: 29,003 Adopt-a-Bronco: MONEYBALL #38	I need some grills.

02-06-2007, 04:19 PM	#23
azbroncfan Ring of Famer Angry guntoting,meateating AMERICAN Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Scottsdale Posts: 8,669 Adopt-a-Bronco: TEBOW	EJ was smart and took the money when only one team wanted to give it to him. He knew he was overrated running against Nickle D's because teams were more afraid of Pay me a ton and the passing attack.

02-06-2007, 04:51 PM	#24
Bronx33 lets go partner Rumpson Rocks Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lakewood,Colo Posts: 41,221 Adopt-a-Bronco: Woodyard	It just shows ya where money gets in the way of a childhood dreams and how that just doesn't matter anymore, i swear if they would quit paying these guys so much we would see teams stay together longer and loyalty would actually mean something. Tough freaking shyt for Mr James though his bank account could really care less.

02-06-2007, 04:53 PM	#25
RhymesayersDU Go Broncos, Nuggets, Rox GANGNAM STYLE Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Back In The 303! Posts: 14,812 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ty Lawson	Oh no! A guy decided to get paid more for his services, like any rational person would! God, what a dumbass!