'I really find myself doing a lot better when I'm injured, so sometimes I look forward to it. This is the style that I play-being physical, running the football, making adjustments on the pass, avoiding the rush. Those sorts of things go with the total package of a quarterback.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- McNair notes he performs well when injured and describes his physical style as part of a complete quarterback package.
- In plain terms
- He feels good playing through injury and sees his style as total.
- What can you take from it?
- Physical styles can compensate for limitations but risk health.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you adapt when impaired?
- When is playing through injury worth it?
Another view
Playing while injured risks long-term damage.
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