Carter Talk

So neither of us are big Cris Carter fans, but he does have some credibility: 16 yrs in the league, borderline HOF credentials. He was asked some interesting questions today on ESPN and I always like to hear former players talk about who they played with.


Best corner he went up against – Deion without a doubt. He said it was “nearly impossible” to get open and even if you did the QB’s were afraid to test him. The rep was well-earned said Carter; he was the best press/bump & run corner in the league.

Most gifted athlete he played with other than Moss – Reggie White; he could not stop talking about the things White would do to even good players he went up against. Said he could line up anywhere and dominate. And he was a talker too.

What QB did he wish he could have played with – Marino. He said Marino’s understanding of the passing game, his confidence, and killer instinct were without peer. Also said his ball felt and sounded different than anyone else’s.

It was also surprising that after talking about those 3 all-time greats above, that he believes Jerry Rice is the best football player of all time. Based on his incredible toughness and mental focus. Said he never ever ran a sloppy route or took a play off. Said he basically perfected the position.

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