longtimefan
14 years ago
WTG Clay! 


Beyond his statistics (23-1/2 sacks, 11 passes defended, three forced fumbles and one interception returned for a touchdown in his two NFL seasons), Clay Matthews impacts a game in ways few defensive players can. He is the NFLs Tasmanian Devil, a player who is in constant motion, attacking from here, there and everywhere.

Even while fighting through a shin injury this season, he was the most feared defender in the league. Sporting News went to five other elite pass rushers to see what they admire most about Matthews game:

John Abraham, DE, Falcons: He still plays with a chip on his shoulder, even though hes made it to the Pro Bowl. When he isnt getting sacks, hes doing things to cause fumbles. Hes doing a lot, especially for a linebacker.

Dwight Freeney, DE, Colts: Clay is a high-motor guy. Its a little bit different because hes a linebacker. As a linebacker, they move you around a little bit more and he gets some matchups with tight ends and backs a little more than you would as a defensive end. He does a tremendous job of taking advantage of the opportunities given to him. Basically, he gets those one-on-one matchups, and when you get them you have to win them. Hes definitely one of those dominate guys.

Chris Long, DE, Rams: I like the fact that hes very versatile. He plays the run, rushes the passer and can drop into coverage. He really is all over the field. As a pass rusher, he uses his hands well, but I think he uses his angles well. He rushes with good angles and uses peoples momentum, knocking peoples hands down at the right time. I hate to use the cliche of hes a hustle guy because hes very athletic. But he hustles, too. When you turn on the tape, hes always around the ball.

Brian Orakpo, OLB, Redskins: I admire his relentlessness. He has a great motor, to where if he gets beat hes steady going. I respect him coming from USC and really not playing a lot (early) and then bursting on the scene. He does a great job for that 3-4 package. Hes very quick on the edge. Hes elusive and has some great moves. You cant do anything but respect him.

Shaun Phillips, OLB, Chargers: His effort. He just goes and goeshes relentless.

doddpower
14 years ago
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peteralan71
14 years ago
GRRRRRRRRR


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GermanGilbert
14 years ago
i love this dude, but dpoy? you have to be kidding me. he's not even in the top 5 of all OLBs. 😃 :facepalm:
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buckeyepackfan
14 years ago
CM3 IS THE MAN!!!! Congrats he deserves it.

He and Woody are gonna have a good time Saturday night!!!!

GO PACKERS!!!
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peteralan71
14 years ago
I agree that I am kind of surprised that he gets it.... he started out VERY hot, but then kind of fizzled. I still think that he is very much Pro-Bowl material, but the DPOY shocks me a bit.
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buckeyepackfan
14 years ago
He didn't fizzle, teams started game-planning for him, double teams and such, he still caused havock throughout the year.
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longtimefan
14 years ago
Its Sporting News DPOY
earthquake
14 years ago

Its Sporting News DPOY

"longtimefan" wrote:



Right, this is not the AP(Associated Press) DPOY, the one that "matters".

However, well deserved anyway! I dont know if there was a single defense player that garnered more attention, double, tipple teams, blatant holds *every* game that CMIII.
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hardrocker950
14 years ago
Agreed - he has in no way fizzled. Because of the other teams having to double up their OL on him, it is creating opportunities for other defensive players as well. Regardless of any gameplan to deal with CM3, he will make any OL pay! He is amazing at what he does,and deserves all the praise he gets. Good job Clay, and Packer nation is proud to have you on our D.
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