Emmitt Smith was among seven former NFL players elected to the Football Hall of Fame Saturday. The Dallas Cowboys running back deserves inclusion in Canton because he was a record-setting, explosive player his entire career. Here’s a short tribute to the great number 22 and his illustrious career.
Twenty-two torches the turf
He takes the handoff and glides
Sailing through defenders like on surf
Whistling and spinning, he slides
The feet move fast to open holes
Slipping by without a trace
Down the sidelines he goes
To the endzone and the open space
Sturdy and strong he grips the ball
Plows his way with awe-inspiring aura
Tucking it in to protect a fall
His flair prettier than blooming flora
Blue and silver stars flash, overcoming yard by yard
The pylon waits to greet his brimming charm
His terrific talent and skills are not marred
What he does to the scores of foes his only harm
Parting Points: Superbowl Sunday Song- “Beautiful As You” by All-4-One (sorry Who fans)
The Hoyas take down ‘Nova in a Big East Saturday game. It marks the first conference loss for the Wildcats. I can’t wait for the Big East tournament this year. Sometimes, it’s more exciting than the NCAA tourney.
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