Breaking News: Fred Taylor Put on IR

by Jonathan Loesche on Dec 11, 2008 2:08 PM EST

[Editor's Note: This was originally posted by Sam Jags but I felt it was needed to be put on the front page-John]

It's over guys. Fred Taylor was just put on IR around lunch. Don't worry though, his press conference today made it seem like he will definitely be back next year. I really wish him all the best. Here is an excerpt detailing today's events.

Jaguars running back Fred Taylor will miss the rest of the season because of a thumb injury.

Taylor will be placed on injured reserve for the final three games after tearing ligaments in his left thumb Sunday at Chicago. Taylor had hoped to play though the injury, but a second opinion confirmed the need for season-ending surgery.

“I’m going to play football and I’m going to play football here,” Taylor said in his farewell press conference, which he used to reaffirm his intention to continue his career and remain with the Jaguars in 2009. “As long as I know what my role is, I’ll embrace it and go forward.”

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Reassuring

I just read the article on Jaguars.com and yes Freddy, judging by his language, sounds to be commited to finish his career as a Jaguar. I’m not able to make a definitive “yes or no” statement as to whether Freddy will be with the Jaguars next year or not, but the interview did make me feel a little for confident that he will remain with the Jaguars. That is if the contract restructuring goes well for both sides. In my opinion it is pivotal that the Jaguars retain Freddy, not only because he is an excellent ball player, but the organization needs him to continue to be “the face of the franchise”. Without Freddy, the Jaguars lose a part of their short-lived tradition. I would love to see Freddy coach or possibly be in the front office [PR?] with the Jags after he is done playing. That would be so cool from my standpoint and honorable on the Jaguars part.

by aibtureman on Dec 11, 2008 3:00 PM EST reply actions

OH, hell.

Wow, that sucks.

by hartley on Dec 11, 2008 3:35 PM EST reply actions

Yeah, I was hoping to see him pull out a good performance against the Colts

On the bright side, we might get to see some of the young guys give it a shot. I really liked what I saw from Chauncey Washington in the pre-season, I hope they give him some carries this week. I mean what the hell, why not, we’ve got nothing to lose. Has anyone heard anything else about activating Toefield and Pearman? I’m not sure why we would because we have Washington and Montell Owens.

by rusty904 on Dec 11, 2008 3:46 PM EST reply actions

Probably just for depth

I don’t think they’ll get a spot over Washington or Owens, just a back up plan.

by Adam Stites on Dec 11, 2008 4:16 PM EST up reply actions

Pearman signed

He lives in my apartment complex… convenient

by aibtureman on Dec 11, 2008 5:16 PM EST reply actions

Any chance you could grab him for an impromptu interview?

by silencecs on Dec 11, 2008 9:14 PM EST up reply actions

I can try... but no guarantees

Previous to Alvin being cut, I used to see his parents in the elevator heading to his place. I’d love to get a chance to interview him and seeing as how my family has a long line of UVA blood maybe he’ll agree to do an interviewed. Was he cut and signed by Seattle, then cut by Seattle and obviously resigned by us? Seattle was the team, correct?

by aibtureman on Dec 12, 2008 3:42 PM EST reply actions