(04-09-2021, 11:21 PM)Bullseye Wrote:

(04-09-2021, 10:52 PM)TheO-LineMatters Wrote: That is inevitable. Nobody does anything for free. A lot of fans believe players have an obligation to them, even if they don't buy them a toaster oven as a wedding gift. LOL.

Exactly.

Pro athletes are public figures...not public property.  I just hope nobody crosses that line.

I've already pretty much given up on cautioning against putting unrealistic expectations on him.  The excitement over this kid has such a huge momentum.

Agreed. I've heard some people actually say he would be a disappointment if he couldn't better the numbers Justin Herbert put up last year. That's crazy! Herbert had an exceptional season. It's almost unheard of to have a rookie throw 31 TD's and over 4000 yards. I'll be very pleased if Lawrence reaches 24 passing TD's in 2021. That would be the second most in a season in team history. I also believe that is a realistic goal. As long as I see him progressing as the season goes on, that's all we should ask. The numbers are secondary.

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