Nobody said offense was the only side of the ball. But when a running back typically touches the ball between 20 to 30 times a game. They are Naturally going to have more of an impact on more games than a LB.

The Heisman is generally considered the best college football player for that year. How many defensive players have won the Heisman. Where did Derrick THomas finish in the Voting. Bo Jackson and Hershel Walker both won it. Hell the best Thomas did was 10th. If he was generally considered the greatest player in SEC history he would have at least finished in the top 3.

Derrick Thomas was one of the greatest SEC defensive players of all time but doesn't belong in the discussion for greatest SEC players of all time.

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Posted by RollTide1987

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Posted on 5/21/14 at 5:41 pm to GurleyManandProud020

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But when a running back typically touches the ball between 20 to 30 times a game. They are Naturally going to have more of an impact on more games than a LB.

A running back is only as good as his blockers.

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If he was generally considered the greatest player in SEC history he would have at least finished in the top 3.

Only a fool would use the Heisman Trophy as a barometer of how great an individual player is. Can you honestly say with a straight face that you believe players like Pat Sullivan and Mark Ingram to be better overall players than Derrick Thomas?

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