Roger "the dodger" was just that, an exceptional scrambler when the pocket collapsed, similar to one Fran Tarkenton. What he wasn't was an outstanding option run quarterback in a veer offense. I have always believed he played at times, too "conservative", maybe he was not as certain of his abilities as his fans were. This hesitancy (similar to that of another quarterback, Alex Smith) was the one and only negative critique I could affix to Mr. Staubach. In this game it was obvious his offensive-line was overmatched and thus number 12 was running for his life on too many plays. Nevertheless, his presence alone made for a compelling matchup, even when it wasn't. Thanks for the link to the game, I hadn't seen it before now and I must say, I believe those guys played the game the way it was supposed to be played, with aggression and controlled violence. I miss that kind of football. Thanks Len.
Lawrence, thanks for your insightful comments on this story and the many others you have posted. While the Texas defense looked dominant, I really have to wonder how the game might have played out had JFK been there to give the Midshipmen a psychological boost. Perhaps Pat Donnelly would have found that extra step in his injured leg to thwart the two big plays by Texas that sealed their victory.
Roger "the dodger" was just that, an exceptional scrambler when the pocket collapsed, similar to one Fran Tarkenton. What he wasn't was an outstanding option run quarterback in a veer offense. I have always believed he played at times, too "conservative", maybe he was not as certain of his abilities as his fans were. This hesitancy (similar to that of another quarterback, Alex Smith) was the one and only negative critique I could affix to Mr. Staubach. In this game it was obvious his offensive-line was overmatched and thus number 12 was running for his life on too many plays. Nevertheless, his presence alone made for a compelling matchup, even when it wasn't. Thanks for the link to the game, I hadn't seen it before now and I must say, I believe those guys played the game the way it was supposed to be played, with aggression and controlled violence. I miss that kind of football. Thanks Len.
Lawrence, thanks for your insightful comments on this story and the many others you have posted. While the Texas defense looked dominant, I really have to wonder how the game might have played out had JFK been there to give the Midshipmen a psychological boost. Perhaps Pat Donnelly would have found that extra step in his injured leg to thwart the two big plays by Texas that sealed their victory.