Jackson Lampley is "IN" for "One Last Ride"

[tn4elvis]

He has been great at faking injuries on extra points

I thought it was just me. Every game I watch this kid is always hurt and laying on the field after an extra point. I thought I was crazy for thinking this. Good kid and glad to have him coming back.

 

[Oldvoldad]

Is it really necessary for players like Lampley and Davis to make these grand announcements about their return? I can’t help but think these announcements are a microcosm of their generation…what some might refer to as the by product of a lifetime of participation trophies and things of that nature

Maybe I’m too old school, but I agree.

 

[thunder5]

Maybe I’m too old school, but I agree.

Careful…thinking a backup lineman that we’re actively trying to replace in the portal should just say “I’m back” and go to work will get you blasted around here…

I see it all the time at work…this generation wants a pat on the back for everything they do…I’m now in a management position and it’s infuriating at times…I suppose I am becoming bitter about it

 

[Volinnooga]

Is it really necessary for players like Lampley and Davis to make these grand announcements about their return? I can’t help but think these announcements are a microcosm of their generation…what some might refer to as the by product of a lifetime of participation trophies and things of that nature

Why does it bother you so? let them enjoy living out the dreams they have. I appreciate their commitment to the Vols and to their teammates. Don’t read them if they bother you.

 

[Missing home]

I read these announcements as more of an indication on how strong the culture within the program is. When a player has options but chooses to stay, that’s a good thing. Maybe even shows potential new recruits or portal signees how great program is.

 

[Vol49er]

Careful…thinking a backup lineman that we’re actively trying to replace in the portal should just say “I’m back” and go to work will get you blasted around here…

I see it all the time at work…this generation wants a pat on the back for everything they do…I’m now in a management position and it’s infuriating at times…I suppose I am becoming bitter about it

 

[#1HomeGrownUTVOL]

I wouldn't go that far. Maybe a good OL.

I knew you would be here to monitor the optimism,get a hobby man.

 

[Rocky Top T]

I knew you would be here to monitor the optimism,get a hobby man.

Man, I'm just keeping it real. That's my hobby

 

[VOLociraptorr]

He's here to return for the Emmy he was robbed for faking injuries

 

[Scot Harvath]

Super stoked! Glad he is able to live his dream

Amen. At least his dream is more attainable than my dream of becoming Elizabeth Hurley's sex slave.

 

[vegasvolfan]

79 snaps without giving up a sack or quarterback hit In 2023 and started the Vandy game. Would able awesome to see him come back and do that again and perhaps be a solid part of our rotation and go somewhere. Always nice to hear our boys decide to stay, regardless of their performance. We need depth familiar with our system. They may not be the best players here, but they can always stay and improve here or go elsewhere and start.

 

[HalfullVol]

I think our guys get nicked on extra points because they overlap legs to seal off lanes . All it takes is for your mate beside to lose his balance and fall on your knee...

have u learned nothing here?

 

[Vol865]

Hope he has a big offseason and can solidify that LG spot

 

[Budalicious]

Is it really necessary for players like Lampley and Davis to make these grand announcements about their return? I can’t help but think these announcements are a microcosm of their generation…what some might refer to as the by product of a lifetime of participation trophies and things of that nature

I am sure these are published by the University. Promoting the Vol Brand. But about as necessary as your post

 

[thunder5]

I am sure these are published by the University. Promoting the Vol Brand. But about as necessary as your post

I disagree…that would make them completely worthless…I wouldn’t go that far

 

[greenbacknative]

Lol no. It's all an act to give our defense an extra few minutes of rest. If you notice, these "injuries" happen when either A.) our offense scores very quickly or B.) Our defense scores on a turnover. In a lot of cases, Lampley is the designated "laydown lineman" in those situations.

never noticed it was the same guy....

 

[greenbacknative]

have u learned nothing here?

guess not...

 

[Budalicious]

I disagree…that would make them completely worthless…I wouldn’t go that far

Amazing how they all are 100% the same. Never underestimate marketing

 

[VAVol85]

Is it really necessary for players like Lampley and Davis to make these grand announcements about their return? I can’t help but think these announcements are a microcosm of their generation…what some might refer to as the by product of a lifetime of participation trophies and things of that nature

In the old days I would have agreed. But today, with so many coming and going I am good with players declaring that they will stay.

 

[Budalicious]

I disagree…that would make them completely worthless…I wouldn’t go that far

 

[Budalicious]

Look at the T logos. All are copyrighted. No one uses unless the University is on board

 

[ENGRVOL]

Looked really good in the bowl against Iowa. One of the reasons we ran for so many yards against a good iowa run defense. VFL like his dad

 

[thunder5]

Amazing how they all are 100% the same. Never underestimate marketing

I was saying if they are as “necessary” as my post then that would make them completely worthless…which I don’t think they are…I was taking a jab at my self not them

 

[BenGrimm]

Is it really necessary for players like Lampley and Davis to make these grand announcements about their return? I can’t help but think these announcements are a microcosm of their generation…what some might refer to as the by product of a lifetime of participation trophies and things of that nature

Somebody is reading waaaay too much into this.

 

[DaddyChad]

Is it really necessary for players like Lampley and Davis to make these grand announcements about their return? I can’t help but think these announcements are a microcosm of their generation…what some might refer to as the by product of a lifetime of participation trophies and things of that nature

I mean everyone in this age has grand announcements on what they had for lunch or their bowel movements. I don’t really have that much problem with a kid on social media announcing his return to a team he’s excited to be a part of. Good for the kid to have pride and excitement for the program, fans as well and for marketing as well of the program. It’s just a different generation. I feel you though I won’t hardly make a Facebook post without feeling like an attention whore.