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Etienne named Doak Walker Nat’l RB of the Week

Discussion in 'RayGator's Swamp Gas' started by HankTheMightyGator, Sep 19, 2023.

  1. HankTheMightyGator

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  2. gbranton

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    Awesome. Etienne is massively talented, we are fortunate to have him as a Gator.
     
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  3. HankTheMightyGator

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    I was wondering why he didn’t receive SEC Player of the Week honors. Turns out he had his sights set higher.
     
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  4. ETGator

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    I understand there was some pretty substantial attempt(s) to poach him in the off-season. He's still a Gator . . . which speaks to his character, IMO. The kind of player and leader Coach Napier has been after since arriving.
     
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  5. hawaiigator

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    By who? What are the whispers?
     
  6. lizardbreath

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    Everyone who is currently kicking themselves for overlooking what Billy saw so clearly? What a bunch of ninnies they are for being asleep at the switch on TE? Rank speculation on my part, but...
     
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  7. 4everaGator

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    Travis Etienne wants to watch his little brother play in person as often as possible, so that helps and was a big factor in Trevor becoming a Gator.

    The connection to the Jaguars could have been a sweet thing, Urban screwed that up royally. But the Etienne connection is still intact!
     
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    Loved his response after week 1 where his brother told him to play for prime, he told him to STFU. Love that kid.
     
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  9. Gatorrick22

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    BY EVERYONE! :D;)
     
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  10. Gatorrick22

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    I like that team... just not the owner.
     
  11. 95Gator

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    Deserved! Man was on a mission.
     
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  12. pigpen

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    Seems like a good man.
     
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  13. antny1

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    Etienne was sought after but it did seem like Citizen was the prized recruit that year. He got hurt and he may end up being a great runningback but thank God we got Etienne out of the two. His game is just fun to watch. wouldn't trade it for anyone
     
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  14. gator_lyn

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    He kinda reminds me of MJD. Montrell seems to have the wiggle though.

    But I’m glad to have them both.