Edgerrin James still getting a ring the year after he was gone shows how good of a person he is & what he meant to people at indy. Such a genuine individual
@@menwithven8114 exactly! I hate the bad rep Irsay gets! Because while an obviously flawed person (as we all are) Irsay seems like a good dude overall. But I feel like people still continue to judge him based mainly off these 2 things… *1.)* His past demons he struggled with years ago (AKA his struggles with addiction and substance abuse) *2.)* His father, Robert Irsay (A man who… well, who wasn’t very well liked by majority people. _Which would be putting it lightly_ lol)
@@Austin.Kilgore yeah I get sick of hearing about that too. His demons I've got demons of my own. We all do. And for somebody to judge you solely on your demons when you've done a lot of good things in this world for people. It's not right. Sort of like Joe. Thomas said that Jim Irsay hired jeff Saturday just because he was his drinking buddy. That's an insult to Jim irsay and to jeff Saturday as a Christian man.
Bro, you are by far one of the best UA-camrs I’ve come across. Your content goes beyond entertainment. You’re always dropping golden nuggets in your videos that can change the perspective of your viewers and easily change the trajectory of someone’s life. I don’t know much about you outside of what you’ve shared with us about your personal life, but I can tell that you’re a solid dude who is wise and level headed. May God continue to bless you as you grow your channel.
Thank you for telling Edgerrin James's story Flemlo! I have a newfound respect for James upon learning the discipline he had to live two lives simultaneously while not falling into the pitfalls that many people fall into in Miami. His story showed me that in order to accomplish big goals in life hard work, discipline, and calculated decision making are required.
I still remember watching this draft as a kid. I was a huge Ricky Williams fan. When the Colts drafted Edge, I remember how stunned everyone was. They panned over to Ricky Williams and he said “Damn”. I couldn’t believe it. But after that, I started watching Edge and learning about who he was and he became my favorite player. Good video.
One of the biggest mistakes ever, Ricky Williams was amazing and it’s a shame that he had to be a work horse for teams with bad QBs in the Saints and Dolphins which caused him great mental stress and took away his love of the game….the colts would have been such a better team with Williams and he was definitely the better talent
@@valjeanlee7060 I’m just saying Ricky Williams would have been 10x greater than edge if he was a colt, he was the better talent just got stuck on teams that ran him into the dirt. I’ll die on that hill lol
As a 2001 baby I'm mad as fuck that I haven't heard of Edge until the latter half of last year. Dude was a beast and left everything on the field. I know that man sleeps good at night knowing that he gave it his all. What a well deserved gold jacket and bust in Canton.
This is my favorite look back yet. I'm so glad I was able to watch this and learn about a great I never realized was one. Respect to both him for doing it, and you for putting in the time to tell us about it. I love and respect what you do, so please don't stop until you must
I’m from Naples FL, played against Immokalee High every year, Edge would come occasionally, great dude! I also played against his cousin Javaris James and had like 6 TFL against him which immediately got me a few offers, it was the highlight of my football career lol. Great family, thx for the vid Flem🤝🫡
Great Story Lo.. As the son of a NFL HALL OF FAMER, EDGE has always been one my Top Five runningbacks I enjoyed watching thru the years. Glad he earned his jacket, well deserved..
Was so fun to watch him in a cardinals jersey. He gave us more than we could have asked from him at that point in his career. Gave us a toughness we needed to get to the Super Bowl.
@flemlo I love your storytelling man. The way you lay out the story and the timeline and how you bring it qll together is so awesome. Of course I remember growing up and watching Edge play. But I see a lot of similarly traits in you. The blending of "two worlds" like you said. You do it in video after video. Respect and love man
Great info, this cat is all time great. Never forgotten, I remember my school (Baylor University) getting a visit from him and Reggie Wayne our sophomore yr in 97. Egde getting on the field a running us down that day, cool cat for sure, very humble until this day. Love how you salute the legends fam
Edge is my all time favorite back. He deserves so much more recognition. He was a huge part of why Peyton was so good. Plus, he was and is such a good good role model. He has raised multiple talented kids who he has molded into incredible kids who are well behaved and extremely talented. Normally that stuff goes to a kids head but he taught them right.
As always Flem... TOP NOTCH work. I recommend your channel to all my friends that watch football. Thats a big compliment as yours is the only channel of ANY genera that I actually recommend. I clicked on this video not really expecting to be entertained because Edgerrin wasnt really on my football radar. I remember watching him play but didnt realized how good he actually was or how hard he worked to get to where he got. Keep putting in the work, you deserve any and all the success that comes from it
Always knew that he'd be a great. He is the true American Dream. I grew up an FSU fan that hated Miami U, but James was so good at football that during the games I was cheering for him as he's crushing my team.
I remember I had that blue Colts Edgerrin James jersey back in middle school, I used to always wear that mug. Dude was just a beast and one of my favorite players growing up
Another great one, Flemlo! Edge is truly a special talent, I loved him before this video & came away with even a greater appreciation for the man. Thank you for another excellent offering!
Right. I just looked into their drafts from 98-05, they actually didn’t have a year with a deep quality draft - 2003 was close with Dallas Clark and Robert Mathis - but they usually NAILED their first pick (Manning, Edge, Wayne, Freeney, Clark, Bob Sanders)
Thank you for making this!! Edge and Bob Sanders are my all-time favorite players and you have done awesome videos for both. Quite greats that were amazing at their art.
Another great video man growing up i loved the U. Edge and sean taylor were my idols and when you shine the light on stories like theirs you take me back to a poor kid from alaska who loved football thanks again for making this video!
Bro your story telling sometimes brings me to tears. The way you tell it and craft your stories just touch my soul. I love hearing about these success stories man
This was beautifully told! THANK YOU for your work and craft. Such an amazing career. And as you mentioned, highly slept on. In fact, I just woke up to it because of this. I knew who he was and respected his name, but really had no clue.
Been following you for years bro! You are the GOAT of these sports and player stories!! The consistent story telling and the facts are what keep me watching!! Keep it up!!
I always was a fan of Eddgerin because he was the Epitome of Not Judging a Book by its cover...Dude was mature smart as a player, and even with his money. He had Character and was a role model for other brothers who are misunderstood because they look a certain way.He was just a real dude whos realness wasn't aggresive or offensive.
Please do a What happened to a few old giants players if you ever get the chance Justin tuck, osi umenyiora, Ahmad Bradshaw etc some of those dawgs from the 2007&2011 💍 teams
I would love to see ya cover a special Story of a Player who is going to play in the superbowl this year as a member of one of the teams who make it tomorrow. Would be great to know a players background in the big game. Greetings from germany man you the best
BRO YOU GOTTA READ THIS!!!!!!!!!!Bro, so I’m at work. I’m a manager at Papa Johns and I was about to close the store. A guy comes in and I had to remake the pizza. As he’s walking out with the new pizza I hear Lil Wayne….. and I’m like is he listening to the song or is that……. No no way. It can’t be. Then…….the song stops and stops at a particular part and I was like no way…… this guy listen to Flemlo too. I was bruh?! Is that Flemlo? And he was like “Hell Yea!” Lol. Thought I was only guy in Macon Georgia that was subscribed to you. Keep doing ya thing man. Frfr. Keep pushing
Edgerrin James still getting a ring the year after he was gone shows how good of a person he is & what he meant to people at indy. Such a genuine individual
It also speaks for how awesome Jim Irsey is as an owner.
@@menwithven8114 for real!!
@@menwithven8114 exactly! I hate the bad rep Irsay gets! Because while an obviously flawed person (as we all are) Irsay seems like a good dude overall. But I feel like people still continue to judge him based mainly off these 2 things…
*1.)* His past demons he struggled with years ago (AKA his struggles with addiction and substance abuse)
*2.)* His father, Robert Irsay (A man who… well, who wasn’t very well liked by majority people. _Which would be putting it lightly_ lol)
@@Austin.Kilgore yeah I get sick of hearing about that too. His demons I've got demons of my own. We all do. And for somebody to judge you solely on your demons when you've done a lot of good things in this world for people. It's not right. Sort of like Joe. Thomas said that Jim Irsay hired jeff Saturday just because he was his drinking buddy. That's an insult to Jim irsay and to jeff Saturday as a Christian man.
Truly one of the most forgotten about RBs of the 2000s. A true Colts legend and a MONSTER in Madden.
True fans and scholars never forgot about him
Similar to Curtis Martin and Steven Jackson.
Absolute legend loved watching him embarrass defenses in Indi
Agreed my bro would destroy me with him and Peyton Manning. My god.
Bro, you are by far one of the best UA-camrs I’ve come across. Your content goes beyond entertainment. You’re always dropping golden nuggets in your videos that can change the perspective of your viewers and easily change the trajectory of someone’s life. I don’t know much about you outside of what you’ve shared with us about your personal life, but I can tell that you’re a solid dude who is wise and level headed. May God continue to bless you as you grow your channel.
I appreciate that bro
I agree whole-heartedly.
Thank you for telling Edgerrin James's story Flemlo! I have a newfound respect for James upon learning the discipline he had to live two lives simultaneously while not falling into the pitfalls that many people fall into in Miami. His story showed me that in order to accomplish big goals in life hard work, discipline, and calculated decision making are required.
he not from Miami though, Immokalee is definitely poorer
Anyone who has ever been to Immokalee knows how incredible this man is. It's a rough place
Growing up in indy during this dynasty, the city loved edge and his family and they loved indy
Edge was and still is one of my favorite backs ever
i’m more of a basketball person but the way he tells these stories is just the best i wish i could find someone who does basketball stories like this
Jymx
@@emsj86 if you mean jxmy high roller i already watch him but he does more statistics than anything
Mike korzembas older video
I still remember watching this draft as a kid. I was a huge Ricky Williams fan. When the Colts drafted Edge, I remember how stunned everyone was. They panned over to Ricky Williams and he said “Damn”. I couldn’t believe it. But after that, I started watching Edge and learning about who he was and he became my favorite player.
Good video.
One of the biggest mistakes ever, Ricky Williams was amazing and it’s a shame that he had to be a work horse for teams with bad QBs in the Saints and Dolphins which caused him great mental stress and took away his love of the game….the colts would have been such a better team with Williams and he was definitely the better talent
@@gods90son how would they have been better?...James had a HOF career...
@@valjeanlee7060 it helps to have Peyton Manning and Marvin Harrison
@@kelvinmorris1991 that always help...lol...but I don't want to take away from what he accomplished...
@@valjeanlee7060 I’m just saying Ricky Williams would have been 10x greater than edge if he was a colt, he was the better talent just got stuck on teams that ran him into the dirt. I’ll die on that hill lol
One of the best RBs to ever come out of THE U! I was an FIU guy but being out of Miami for a decade makes me appreciate where I grew up
You're so right Flemlo, the discipline Edgerrin maintained at Miami is rare.
This guy is truly one of the greats both off and on the field
Bro this is definitely the one I’ve been waiting for you to do! Loved watching EJ since the beginning ✊🏽
This video was really well done. The timeline, the historical breakdown and the transitions were all fire 🔥.
As a 2001 baby I'm mad as fuck that I haven't heard of Edge until the latter half of last year. Dude was a beast and left everything on the field. I know that man sleeps good at night knowing that he gave it his all. What a well deserved gold jacket and bust in Canton.
This is my favorite look back yet. I'm so glad I was able to watch this and learn about a great I never realized was one. Respect to both him for doing it, and you for putting in the time to tell us about it. I love and respect what you do, so please don't stop until you must
I’m from Naples FL, played against Immokalee High every year, Edge would come occasionally, great dude! I also played against his cousin Javaris James and had like 6 TFL against him which immediately got me a few offers, it was the highlight of my football career lol. Great family, thx for the vid Flem🤝🫡
So glad he made it to Canton Ohio.. Very deserving of the nod
Great Story Lo.. As the son of a NFL HALL OF FAMER, EDGE has always been one my Top Five runningbacks I enjoyed watching thru the years. Glad he earned his jacket, well deserved..
Was so fun to watch him in a cardinals jersey. He gave us more than we could have asked from him at that point in his career. Gave us a toughness we needed to get to the Super Bowl.
Edgerrin's dedication is fascinating. That level of discipline is uncommon.
Al Harris also got a ring from Green Bay when we won it all.
It’s pretty cool when teams do that.
20:06 that’s a stand up move by Irsay. He definitely didn’t have to do that but it’s a heck of a gesture.
yes Jim I. gets a bad rap, but he does care about the players from what i have ever seen.
“The Edge!” after watching his A Football Life you post this! Always fire bro can’t wait to watch!
@flemlo I love your storytelling man. The way you lay out the story and the timeline and how you bring it qll together is so awesome. Of course I remember growing up and watching Edge play. But I see a lot of similarly traits in you. The blending of "two worlds" like you said. You do it in video after video. Respect and love man
I've been watching since day one, I must tell you sir the production is very professional, keep up the great work.
The way Flemlo breaks down a players story is amazing. Keep it up bro, the sky is the limit 💯
This is one of the best vids you’ve made Flemlo
Great info, this cat is all time great. Never forgotten, I remember my school (Baylor University) getting a visit from him and Reggie Wayne our sophomore yr in 97. Egde getting on the field a running us down that day, cool cat for sure, very humble until this day. Love how you salute the legends fam
Edge is my all time favorite back. He deserves so much more recognition. He was a huge part of why Peyton was so good. Plus, he was and is such a good good role model. He has raised multiple talented kids who he has molded into incredible kids who are well behaved and extremely talented. Normally that stuff goes to a kids head but he taught them right.
Bruh. When Flem said I'm one of a kind... I felt that. Thanks fam, I know it was just for an ad, but legit I needed that.
Dude was beastmode before Marshawn
As always Flem... TOP NOTCH work. I recommend your channel to all my friends that watch football. Thats a big compliment as yours is the only channel of ANY genera that I actually recommend. I clicked on this video not really expecting to be entertained because Edgerrin wasnt really on my football radar. I remember watching him play but didnt realized how good he actually was or how hard he worked to get to where he got. Keep putting in the work, you deserve any and all the success that comes from it
Edgerrin James, what a legend. I remember a went to college with a guy was from FL and talked about him all the time. What a great video.
Damm !!!.... Great video !!!.. very well put together!!!... I had forgotten all about him & I never knew he had so many yards!!!...
Edgerrin was so good man, I only got to watch the later parts of his career but always thought he was a beast.
Hard work beats talent that don't work hard....but...talent that works hard is unstoppable!
James was a complete beast. Love that guy.
Thank you Flemlo! What a wonderful story. Edgerrin James was class personified!! I'll say it again. Keep doing what you do My Brother!
Sweetness was the truth, glad to hear Edge looked up to him so much. 🐻⬇️
Always knew that he'd be a great. He is the true American Dream. I grew up an FSU fan that hated Miami U, but James was so good at football that during the games I was cheering for him as he's crushing my team.
Thanks for making this. He’s definitely one of my favorite RBs
He deserves to be in the Hall of Fame hard work dies pays off💯
Edge was definitely one of my favorite RB’s. Was so happy when he came here to AZ.
I remember I had that blue Colts Edgerrin James jersey back in middle school, I used to always wear that mug. Dude was just a beast and one of my favorite players growing up
I liked this video before I even watched it cuz EJ is one of my favorites a true hurricane it's a U thang🙌
Salute FlemLo Raps. You do 🔥 work on these sports docs. Keep it going Bro. I be looking forward to watching these💪🏿✊🏿🔥🙏🏿💯
Thanks FlemLo this was great coverage and really insightful, and kudos to Edgarrin’s hardworking and dedication.
Another great one, Flemlo!
Edge is truly a special talent, I loved him before this video & came away with even a greater appreciation for the man.
Thank you for another excellent offering!
I've heard EJ's story, but it's one of those stories you can never hear too many times.
Hey FlemLo have you ever covered Dat Nguyen story? That would be a good one to do.
It's crazy how good the colts drafted in early 2000s
Bill Polian was a Dog…it’s a toss up btwn he and Ozzie Newsome for being the very best GM of that era.
Right. I just looked into their drafts from 98-05, they actually didn’t have a year with a deep quality draft - 2003 was close with Dallas Clark and Robert Mathis - but they usually NAILED their first pick (Manning, Edge, Wayne, Freeney, Clark, Bob Sanders)
Keep up the great work Flem
only channel I hit the like button before I skip the first ad.
Fabulous job man, great viedo!
Solid dude. Great back Mr. 1200yrds and 10 TDs a season
This was a great video , you where telling a story and giving game at the same time . Life changing motivational. Appreciate it FLEM
As a Jag fan and watching this man run through my team every year.. I can say, He was the truth.. Well done...
Flem I can't tell you how many vids I listen to when cleaning around the house love it
Thank you for making this!! Edge and Bob Sanders are my all-time favorite players and you have done awesome videos for both. Quite greats that were amazing at their art.
Wow I love this story, thank you for doing the research and blessing me of this knowledge of this great running back that I didn’t know much about🔥💯
One of my favorite RBs growing up. Absolute dawg 💪🏼
Edge, my favorite back of all time. The U all the way, and nothing but class.
Bruh! I been following you forever! Im not even from Florida, but I been WAITING on you to do Edge! Good shit bro!
Thanks for putting a spotlight on the "Edge"! He was a great one.
Another great video man growing up i loved the U. Edge and sean taylor were my idols and when you shine the light on stories like theirs you take me back to a poor kid from alaska who loved football thanks again for making this video!
Bro your story telling sometimes brings me to tears. The way you tell it and craft your stories just touch my soul. I love hearing about these success stories man
This was beautifully told! THANK YOU for your work and craft. Such an amazing career. And as you mentioned, highly slept on. In fact, I just woke up to it because of this. I knew who he was and respected his name, but really had no clue.
Been following you for years bro! You are the GOAT of these sports and player stories!! The consistent story telling and the facts are what keep me watching!! Keep it up!!
This be your most inspiring to date Edge doesn’t get enough respect happy to see someone respecting him
His story reinforces one of my main beliefs. Positive role models and supportive relationships are the key to success
I always was a fan of Eddgerin because he was the Epitome of Not Judging a Book by its cover...Dude was mature smart as a player, and even with his money. He had Character and was a role model for other brothers who are misunderstood because they look a certain way.He was just a real dude whos realness wasn't aggresive or offensive.
Grew up watching him play and he was unreal. Low key and humble
def one of the most underrated rbs of all time.
I been watching since your first video when you was doing video games lol
Amazing video flem, I love your evolution over these past 5-6 years
Please do a What happened to a few old giants players if you ever get the chance Justin tuck, osi umenyiora, Ahmad Bradshaw etc some of those dawgs from the 2007&2011 💍 teams
Really loving your videos FlemLo!! Keep it up the good work fam!! I really enjoy these football players stories!
Great content and delivery. Love your channel. All the best!
Dope piece Bigg dawgg I've always had respect for the edge but your piece gave me a new found respect thanks for that..
Colts Fan .. he's my Favorite player g great story thanks Flemlo
That was a Bar , He said my career started with GOLD TEETH, Now it ends with this GOLD JACKET 🔥🔥🔥🔥
You are a fire story teller EJ definitely doesn’t get his flower enough salute
My favorite player of all time! Great human being & father !
Wow didn’t realize how dominant he was🔥🔥
Wow that was dope. I never knew much about Edgerrin to begin with so this was cool.
Once again, you tell a great story. You need a national spotlight to showcase your story telling abilities
What an awesome video! Never heard the name before but such an interesting story!
Thank you for consistently delivering quality content. Who Dey
Gotta do a video on Stephen Davis!
Another great 👍 ! Git me 😢 by the end. Had know idea about the mother of his children dying of cancer at 30. Idk how I'd ever recover from that......
I would love to see ya cover a special Story of a Player who is going to play in the superbowl this year as a member of one of the teams who make it tomorrow.
Would be great to know a players background in the big game. Greetings from germany man you the best
I lived in Indianapolis the majority of his time there. Loved having him on our squad. Was disappointed to see him leave.
This was so good I wish the video would have been longer 😭
Met Edge at a club that I worked at…insanely quiet, humble but friendly guy. Drove up in a 30k electric car. Smart too.
Thank you for pointing out the hypocrisy in that commercial.
U never disappoint flem
Another amazing video. Keep going FlemLo
BRO YOU GOTTA READ THIS!!!!!!!!!!Bro, so I’m at work. I’m a manager at Papa Johns and I was about to close the store. A guy comes in and I had to remake the pizza. As he’s walking out with the new pizza I hear Lil Wayne….. and I’m like is he listening to the song or is that……. No no way. It can’t be. Then…….the song stops and stops at a particular part and I was like no way…… this guy listen to Flemlo too. I was bruh?! Is that Flemlo? And he was like “Hell Yea!” Lol. Thought I was only guy in Macon Georgia that was subscribed to you. Keep doing ya thing man. Frfr. Keep pushing
I loved watching Edge play especially with Kurt Warner those we're the days. 💯👍🇺🇸