This is why Emmitt is one of my favorite players of all time. Look up the word humble in the dictionary and there you will find his picture. Thanks Emmitt.
Abso-frickin-lutely and when the team needed him the most, is when he delivered the most. That is a HOF, most rushing yards, 3 time Superbowl Champion running back and if Jones would have parked his ego and gave Jimmy Johnson his due, it probably would have been 5 Championships in a row.
@@randycrocker9459 oh man agree 100%, Switzer won one off of Jimmy's team alone- but you're right, if Jerry would stop being every position in the organization and just be an owner they would have been all set. Jimmy was the goat for sure, I'm just glad I got to live to see it happen- even if it was way too brief
Emmitt is right where he should be, his vision and ability to find a crease is 2nd to none then the cut and 10-15 yard burst still amazes me. He made others seem as they were in slow motion in that demonstration of God given ability and personal preparation. I speak of it often and still marvel at that uncanny ability he possesses. Thanks Mr. Smith...
When people talk about the "most dangerous offensive plays/players in the modern era", I inevitably tell them I think the offensive line and the lead draw of the Cowboys in the mid-90's was the most feared, most dominating offensive system I can ever remember, going back to the early 80's. I know the 49er's fans won't like that, and IT IS NOT A SHOT AT ANYONE ELSE, but everyone on the planet knew it was coming, and it could not be stopped. Cars.
The Cowboys didn't have a consistent offensive line in the 90's. Only Nate Newton and Mark Tuinei started in all 3 Superbowls. Both of them were also starters on the 3-13 and 1-15 teams.
Couldn't possibly agree more with you, the number 1 supporter for that is Emmitt Smith. Emmitt has more love and respect for Moose than he can hide. Both men are humble and just pure class acts. If ever a blocking fullback deserved a gold jacket, it's Moose and he should be placed right next to # 22 in the Hall of Fame. That is as it should be...
This is something that the cowboys had and they have never had it again. They had great coaching great players and above all, they had humility from their playmakers.
I love this explanation. Even as a skins fan who rooted against Smith growing up.. Obviously this is stuff Smith couldn't talk about during his career...
That's very big of you to say this, I read a comment by 76ers fan, he didn't like Bird as an opponent , but had complete respect for the man and his ability. That gentleman and you are shining examples of how it should be handled by fans of whatever sport they choose to follow. As with him, I applaud, thank, and tip my hat to you. Top shelf.
This should give hint as to why Emmitt is the Greatest of all time. Better than Payton, Sanders and whomever you name. He ran with his mind. His intelligence. He could read a defense and understand run schemes and blockage better than anyone. That's why he has so many records and could carry a drive and lasted so long. All the other backs were clearly more faster, stronger, quicker, and elusive than Emmitt, but Emmitt knew that so he relied on his mind and intelligence. That's how he could carry a team through injury like the famous Giants game where he injured his shoulder or Super Bowl 28 where he scored two touchdowns, including on an 8 play drive where he ran the ball 7 times!!! That's unheard of. Walter never did that. Brown or Sanders never did that. Emmitt was a consistent runner and has the least amount of carries under 4 yards than the rest of the great backs. The proof is drives like those mentioned above and the fact that he rarely breaks a long run of 20 or more in comparion to all the other great backs. So it's not about the fact that he wasn't the biggest, fastest, strongest, etc, it's about the fact that a dominant game by Emmitt was not getting loss yards under 4, which means he can CARRY a drive and a team. So who is the greatest? It depends on how you measure greatness. If you want the back who makes the longest runs and has a high average per carry, who is also big, strong, fast, etc., then Emmitt is not the best.You go for Barry Sanders and Walter Payton Jim Brown and others. Yet if you want a back who has a little of the skills above but instead of many long runs, his skill is to not lose yards or have the least amount of runs under 4 yards, then you go for Emmitt Smith. Emmitt is the Greatest. I'm taking the back who has the least amount of loss yards and runs under 4 yards all day, because that means this back is more consistent and can carry a drive himself, like Emmitt Smith in Super bowl 28 and the 1994 Giants Game. Emmitt the GOAT.
Abdul-Haiy Muhammad I must take exception to your statement about Walter Payton. Payton's ability to read the defensive line allowed him to create those long and beautiful runs. I strongly believe both these men are, the most exceptional running backs, the NFL will ever see. Statistics aside, these two running backs had one thing, that I believe was lacking in so many other running backs........heart. Oh sure, one can make numerous counter claims, arguments etc about what exactly defines a great running back in the NFL, but in my book, both Payton and Smith are not just great running backs, they are exceptional running backs. I believe it is their hearts that allowed them to accomplish what they have accomplished. Even Emmitt Smith, tipped the proverbial hat to, the great Walter Payton. He knows. He knows.........🏈
Abdul-Haiy Muhammad. Damn right also look at his highlights discuss the legs and never stops moving if you hit a wall he just pumped harder or he cut left or right if there was magical dude that could make plays it was him I was just seven years old or 6 when the 92 Cowboys won the Super Bowl but I'll never forget that 90s team best team ever in my opinion
goat-the best & smartest running back ever, small in stature but had a Huge heart, like he said he understood the blocking schemes which a lot of running backs don't, thats why he's a champion, lineman love to block for running backs like him because they know when they make that whole he's going to be right there running through it
Early in his career, he faced teams that were top notch in the NFC East. Some HOF players and coaches. The playoffs against the 49ers and Packers. The Superbowls against the Bills and Steelers. Over 23,500 combined total yds in 248 games including playoffs. sidenote: the Bills lost all 4 Superbowls to the NFC East.
Rushing title or not, they formed a relationship similar of 2 brothers from the same birth mother. That's what football is all about, battling for 60 minutes in the trenches with your 10 other brothers.
Can't you say that about just about every great RB (needs the line to block), QB (needs a line to block and receivers to catch/System to operate in), or WR (needs a QB to throw him the ball)?
and you don't know anything about professional football....anybody who has that massive amount of success at that level has to have great players and a great system around them. and yes, even Barry Sanders had multiple Pro Bowl offensive linemen blocking for him. as well as two different Pro Bowl wide receivers.
Lakenya Brandon Most intelligent comment up in here. I sincerely mean that. 👍👍👍 And the thing is, Emmitt Smith knows it to. It's all about team work. 🏈
I wish I had stuck with football in highschool more. I could have played college and had a smidge of a chance to play nfl who knows what might have happened. Karney with the saints was my idol. too bad drugs choked me out in 11th grade....teens, if you read this please write your goal down and do everything in your power to achieve it. don't worry about nay sayers don't worry about what people think. Just do it! no matter what the obstacles, there is always a way!!
Lordlt82 bahahahahahaha how's it feel to know Emmitt's the NFL All Time leading rusher, 3 time SB Champion, SB MVP, and the greatest of all time? How's that feel to have to swallow that truth u loser?
Lol...Sanders career leader in tackles for a loss. And not because of his line..he had 2 all-pros and 1 went to HOF. It was because of his running style. Also had Herman Moore and Perriman to stretch defenses..his team wasnt good? Went to playoffs 5-6 times in 10 years,hardly indicative of a bad team. Blocking? Sanders a better blocker? Short yardage runner? Receiver? No No and No
This is why Emmitt is one of my favorite players of all time. Look up the word humble in the dictionary and there you will find his picture. Thanks Emmitt.
Very well stated and very true, the man has more class in his pinky finger than many will ever even grasp the meaning of what the word is about.
He loves Daryl so much. And every time he talks about him he chokes up
Will always be my favorite player from any sport or team! True class act!
Abso-frickin-lutely and when the team needed him the most, is when he delivered the most. That is a HOF, most rushing yards, 3 time Superbowl Champion running back and if Jones would have parked his ego and gave Jimmy Johnson his due, it probably would have been 5 Championships in a row.
@@randycrocker9459 oh man agree 100%, Switzer won one off of Jimmy's team alone- but you're right, if Jerry would stop being every position in the organization and just be an owner they would have been all set. Jimmy was the goat for sure, I'm just glad I got to live to see it happen- even if it was way too brief
no matter what anybody says he is still the all time leading rusher and 3 time superbowl champ.
Smith ftw
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Emmitt is right where he should be, his vision and ability to find a crease is 2nd to none then the cut and 10-15 yard burst still amazes me. He made others seem as they were in slow motion in that demonstration of God given ability and personal preparation. I speak of it often and still marvel at that uncanny ability he possesses. Thanks Mr. Smith...
When people talk about the "most dangerous offensive plays/players in the modern era", I inevitably tell them I think the offensive line and the lead draw of the Cowboys in the mid-90's was the most feared, most dominating offensive system I can ever remember, going back to the early 80's. I know the 49er's fans won't like that, and IT IS NOT A SHOT AT ANYONE ELSE, but everyone on the planet knew it was coming, and it could not be stopped. Cars.
The Cowboys didn't have a consistent offensive line in the 90's. Only Nate Newton and Mark Tuinei started in all 3 Superbowls. Both of them were also starters on the 3-13 and 1-15 teams.
Love how emotional Emmett played the game dude was all heart all heart and every time he talks about Daryl he gets choked up they were brothers
They are still brothers
Man, its a travesty that Darryl "Moose" Johnston is not in the Hall of Fame. The best blocking fullback in the history of the NFL.
nah....maurice carthon....
Couldn't possibly agree more with you, the number 1 supporter for that is Emmitt Smith. Emmitt has more love and respect for Moose than he can hide. Both men are humble and just pure class acts. If ever a blocking fullback deserved a gold jacket, it's Moose and he should be placed right next to # 22 in the Hall of Fame. That is as it should be...
Amen! He personally paved the way for Emmitt!
This is something that the cowboys had and they have never had it again. They had great coaching great players and above all, they had humility from their playmakers.
the cowboys had a great team back then. great team team chemistry , lots of heart, lots of talent!
That’s a lesson for the young guys follow your blocks
Dude cannot talk about Moose without getting emotional. He loves that guy like a brother.
their is no doubt how much he loves Darrell cause he always and I mean every time they ask about him
The best fullback ever!!!!🙏👍
Emmiitt's the man!!
I love this explanation. Even as a skins fan who rooted against Smith growing up.. Obviously this is stuff Smith couldn't talk about during his career...
That's very big of you to say this, I read a comment by 76ers fan, he didn't like Bird as an opponent , but had complete respect for the man and his ability. That gentleman and you are shining examples of how it should be handled by fans of whatever sport they choose to follow. As with him, I applaud, thank, and tip my hat to you. Top shelf.
The greatest of all times!!!!!!
This should give hint as to why Emmitt is the Greatest of all time. Better than Payton, Sanders and whomever you name. He ran with his mind. His intelligence. He could read a defense and understand run schemes and blockage better than anyone. That's why he has so many records and could carry a drive and lasted so long. All the other backs were clearly more faster, stronger, quicker, and elusive than Emmitt, but Emmitt knew that so he relied on his mind and intelligence. That's how he could carry a team through injury like the famous Giants game where he injured his shoulder or Super Bowl 28 where he scored two touchdowns, including on an 8 play drive where he ran the ball 7 times!!! That's unheard of.
Walter never did that. Brown or Sanders never did that. Emmitt was a consistent runner and has the least amount of carries under 4 yards than the rest of the great backs. The proof is drives like those mentioned above and the fact that he rarely breaks a long run of 20 or more in comparion to all the other great backs. So it's not about the fact that he wasn't the biggest, fastest, strongest, etc, it's about the fact that a dominant game by Emmitt was not getting loss yards under 4, which means he can CARRY a drive and a team.
So who is the greatest? It depends on how you measure greatness. If you want the back who makes the longest runs and has a high average per carry, who is also big, strong, fast, etc., then Emmitt is not the best.You go for Barry Sanders and Walter Payton Jim Brown and others. Yet if you want a back who has a little of the skills above but instead of many long runs, his skill is to not lose yards or have the least amount of runs under 4 yards, then you go for Emmitt Smith. Emmitt is the Greatest. I'm taking the back who has the least amount of loss yards and runs under 4 yards all day, because that means this back is more consistent and can carry a drive himself, like Emmitt Smith in Super bowl 28 and the 1994 Giants Game. Emmitt the GOAT.
Abdul-Haiy Muhammad I must take exception to your statement about Walter Payton. Payton's ability to read the defensive line allowed him to create those long and beautiful runs. I strongly believe both these men are, the most exceptional running backs, the NFL will ever see. Statistics aside, these two running backs had one thing, that I believe was lacking in so many other running backs........heart. Oh sure, one can make numerous counter claims, arguments etc about what exactly defines a great running back in the NFL, but in my book, both Payton and Smith are not just great running backs, they are exceptional running backs. I believe it is their hearts that allowed them to accomplish what they have accomplished. Even Emmitt Smith, tipped the proverbial hat to, the great Walter Payton. He knows. He knows.........🏈
Abdul-Haiy Muhammad. Damn right also look at his highlights discuss the legs and never stops moving if you hit a wall he just pumped harder or he cut left or right if there was magical dude that could make plays it was him I was just seven years old or 6 when the 92 Cowboys won the Super Bowl but I'll never forget that 90s team best team ever in my opinion
SmithN' Wesson and he always fell forward
Its hard to compare W. Payton....and Emmit Smith....different aeras.....
goat-the best & smartest running back ever, small in stature but had a Huge heart, like he said he understood the blocking schemes which a lot of running backs don't, thats why he's a champion, lineman love to block for running backs like him because they know when they make that whole he's going to be right there running through it
Early in his career, he faced teams that were top notch in the NFC East. Some HOF players and coaches. The playoffs against the 49ers and Packers. The Superbowls against the Bills and Steelers.
Over 23,500 combined total yds in 248 games including playoffs.
sidenote: the Bills lost all 4 Superbowls to the NFC East.
Doesnt have to be in the hall of fame , he ll be the best ever , the moose
Greatness is when you know what's coming and you still can't stop it , basically one running play, the lead draw and teams still couldn't stop it
Rushing title or not, they formed a relationship similar of 2 brothers from the same birth mother. That's what football is all about, battling for 60 minutes in the trenches with your 10 other brothers.
Emmitt knows that without Daryl blocking for him, he wouldn't be the all time leading rusher
He had great pieces around him but he was a student of the game and executed what he practiced.
I LOVE YOU EMMITT
Can't you say that about just about every great RB (needs the line to block), QB (needs a line to block and receivers to catch/System to operate in), or WR (needs a QB to throw him the ball)?
GOAT
Emmitt Smith was a great player but his numbers are a product of that system and the great players around him.
and you don't know anything about professional football....anybody who has that massive amount of success at that level has to have great players and a great system around them.
and yes, even Barry Sanders had multiple Pro Bowl offensive linemen blocking for him.
as well as two different Pro Bowl wide receivers.
Serious Jokester
Lakenya Brandon Most intelligent comment up in here. I sincerely mean that. 👍👍👍
And the thing is, Emmitt Smith knows it to.
It's all about team work. 🏈
I wish I had stuck with football in highschool more. I could have played college and had a smidge of a chance to play nfl who knows what might have happened. Karney with the saints was my idol. too bad drugs choked me out in 11th grade....teens, if you read this please write your goal down and do everything in your power to achieve it. don't worry about nay sayers don't worry about what people think. Just do it! no matter what the obstacles, there is always a way!!
AMG or BUST c
Why that room look like they about to give him a soda and ask "who shot pookie"?
Why does it look like he in a interrogation room lol
Most durable and biggest heart with elite talent.
Emmitt Smith > Barry Sanders
This looks like a deposition.
Barry sanders best running back of all time.If he had that line,we would say emmit who.
Another cowboy fan.
another bitch ass Cowboy hater.
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Lordlt82 bahahahahahaha how's it feel to know Emmitt's the NFL All Time leading rusher, 3 time SB Champion, SB MVP, and the greatest of all time? How's that feel to have to swallow that truth u loser?
Lol...Sanders career leader in tackles for a loss. And not because of his line..he had 2 all-pros and 1 went to HOF. It was because of his running style. Also had Herman Moore and Perriman to stretch defenses..his team wasnt good? Went to playoffs 5-6 times in 10 years,hardly indicative of a bad team. Blocking? Sanders a better blocker? Short yardage runner? Receiver? No No and No
jim brown. us still the greatest running back if all time
Moose!!!!