Steven Jackson Status: Jackson Is At 100 percent

by Ryan Van Bibber on Oct 7, 2011 1:45 PM CDT in 2011 NFL regular season

Not having Steven Jackson for the three games of the season hurt the St. Louis Rams offense. Jackson's absence wasn't the only thing that hurt the unit, but it was one of them. Jackson and the Rams were lucky. The original prognosis was that Jackson would miss four to six weeks.

Jackson revealed that fact in this post on his web site today. Even more interesting and a testament to Jackson's moxie, is that he set his sights on returning within two weeks. Two weeks, for an injury that normally takes four to six weeks to heal. He did it too, at least got back to the point where he could contribute two weeks later. He was even pretty close to playing in that Monday night game in week two against the Giants.

It actually came down to a pregame workout to see if I could play in that Monday night game. We were really close. A lot closer than people thought or knew. In that workout, 90 minutes before the game, I was able to do 5 to 10-yard bursts. But anything over 10 yards is when you start to really open up your stride in running and as I tried to lengthen that part of the leg, I could tell that the quad was just not ready. It's a painful thing and going out there on one leg against world-class athletes is no fun. They're not going to take it easy on you.

The Rams need Jackson, not just for his on-field abilities, but for the leadership he provides, as witnessed in Tuesday's practice.

As you know, Jackson takes extremely good care of himself, to put it mildly. You can see the results of that here. He's now at 100 percent, and ready for the Green Bay game.

I can now say that I'm 100 percent healthy from a physical standpoint and I'm looking forward to the next challenge. That's going to Green Bay and getting this team our first win of the season.

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Hall of Fame

by JBaccSTL on Oct 7, 2011 2:07 PM CDT reply actions

SJax

I hope the speech Jackson gave at practice lit a fire under the asses of the offensive line. I thought the Dahl signing was going to bring a nasty to that line but as of yet, no. Brown needs to look himself in the mirror and remind himself why he was worth all the money the Rams signed him to. If he doesn’t see it, he should give back the money.

by MOOSERAM13 on Oct 7, 2011 2:12 PM CDT reply actions

I agree

but I think that “nasty” is really exhibited in run blocking. I am not saying that the team is run blocking superbly, but the struggles in pass protection is breeding a lack of confidence and frustration. As for Brown, they should let him get back to being the captain of the line. Overall, I think a few games of ground and pound, if successful, can get the confidence level up and get the players to start playing with a little “nasty”.

by mcihaelT on Oct 7, 2011 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions

Best piece of news I've heard about the Rams all week

by DCRamFan on Oct 7, 2011 2:12 PM CDT reply actions

all season

Two things about me will never change. I will always root for the Rams, and I will always root against the Niners.

by DuhhhRams! on Oct 7, 2011 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions

We can definitely use him against GB.

He’ll even get an extra week to heal up which can’t be anyting but good.

The truth is always the right answer....

by Pekka for Predator Pontiff on Oct 7, 2011 2:51 PM CDT reply actions

How can you not be proud of this guy?

All this negativity and losing would have crushed anyone else by now. That’s probably the main reason he would deserve the Hall for me.

I just hope he gets to play in the playoffs someday so that others can see how great this guy has been.

On top of that, he hasn’t given up on this season. Neither should any of you. Go Rams.

"I was just letting the shots fly. You know, I don't leave any bullets in the chamber."

"Everything negative- pressure, challenges- is all an opportunity for me to rise."

-Kobe Bryant

Chris Mortensen: "You know it's the 'Show-Me' State right Sam?"

"Pshh, 'Show Me.' (smirking) Yeah, I've heard that."

-Sam Bradford

by TrojanRam on Oct 7, 2011 4:17 PM CDT reply actions

This team sucks with Jackson or with out ,you have to be coached before your a team

we hired a cheer leader that claps ,big deference lol

by Rammon105 on Oct 7, 2011 5:45 PM CDT reply actions

Jackson will play his heart out.

But he’s not the problem. The offensive line can’t pass block. The receivers can’t catch the ball. And our defense allows at least a couple hundred rushing yards every game. Jackson’s play is probably good for 10-13 points. The rest of the team = 0 points. That means a lot of losses.

by DeltaRam on Oct 7, 2011 9:35 PM CDT reply actions