Jason Babin Doesn't Compare Himself To Reggie White

by JasonB on Dec 22, 2011 3:00 PM EST in Philadelphia Eagles News

Jason Babin's 18 sacks so far this season put him within reach of Reggie White's franchise record of 21. It actually also puts him within reach of Michael Strahan's NFL record 22.5, but it would take quite an effort to get there. However, despite putting up Reggie-like sack numbers this season, Jason Babin told WIP this week that what those guys did back then is a lot different than what he's doing now.

"You've got to remember something, too. Back then, I don't know if they passed as much. ... Nowadays, with how much they pass it, there's more opportunities. And when he did get the sacks, he flung people out of the way. He went over them; he made it look effortless."

It's also worth noting that Reggie got his 21 sacks in a strike shortened season that lasted only 12 games.

Despite the fact that he's got a shot to break the record, Babin says he's just not focusing on it.

I try not to look at it or think about it. I try and do what I do every week, have a good week of practice, watch film, work out, eat right, live right and play hard on Sunday. Honestly, whatever happens, happens."

For the full interview check out SRI.

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by So. Cal Swag on Dec 22, 2011 3:16 PM EST reply actions

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by BleedinGreen116 on Dec 22, 2011 3:20 PM EST up reply actions

lol

that was going to be my same exact comment after reading that.

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by goodfella46er on Dec 22, 2011 7:50 PM EST up reply actions

He said the same thing when interviewed after the game

paraphrasing he said that even if he breaks the record that Reggie is just another level of player and that he can’t be compared to him.

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by Euler.is.a.Pimp on Dec 22, 2011 3:22 PM EST reply actions

If Babin were to break White’s record, it will be like McCoy getting the rushing record, in that it in no way reduces the greatness of the one whose record he broke.

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by NJBammer on Dec 22, 2011 3:28 PM EST reply actions

Um...

To paraphrase one of the great debate moments of all time – Mr Babin, I grew up with Reggie White, I knew Reggie White, Reggie White was a friend of mine. Sir, you’re no Reggie White.

Besides Reggie would sometimes, on occasion, maybe, just possibly play the run too.

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by 21510akland on Dec 22, 2011 3:31 PM EST reply actions

Nothin' from nothin

but the guy who said that was on the losing team that year…

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by NJBammer on Dec 22, 2011 3:33 PM EST up reply actions

ummm

He said that Reggie was on a different level than him. Probably because Reggie played the run.

by vooo on Dec 22, 2011 4:22 PM EST via mobile up reply actions

I wish this stupid idea would die. Babin plays the run too.

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by bdawk4ever on Dec 22, 2011 8:19 PM EST up reply actions

There is an endless supply of stupid people who will parrot that stupid idea.

Fuck ’em.

by waterfield on Dec 22, 2011 8:25 PM EST up reply actions

And even on a pass rusher perspective Reggie was wayyyyy better anyways. Babin admitted as much with the 12 games and the fewer passes thrown in those games.

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by Ed Van Chimp on Dec 23, 2011 12:32 PM EST up reply actions

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by ieatcrayons on Dec 22, 2011 6:39 PM EST up reply actions

Humble

He knows what greatness is and knows he may only emulate that greatness and cannot replace it, but rather be happy to stand in his shadow.

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by Cowboy KILLER on Dec 22, 2011 4:58 PM EST reply actions

I think any player would be happy to stand in the shadow of white. The best part is that he knows he isn’t a complete player. Nor does he play it off like he is.

by vooo on Dec 22, 2011 5:29 PM EST via mobile up reply actions

I forgot that White's 21 came in the shortened season.

That’s insanity.

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by BigBlueIntervention on Dec 22, 2011 9:50 PM EST reply actions

Indeed it is.

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by 92-74-99-96 on Dec 23, 2011 5:30 AM EST via mobile up reply actions

So did Jerry Rice’s 20 some TDs. Those guys were nuts. Doubt we’ll ever see players that dominant again simply because the talent pool is deeper.

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by Ed Van Chimp on Dec 23, 2011 12:34 PM EST up reply actions

Good. Because he can’t. Reggie = The King.

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by 92-74-99-96 on Dec 23, 2011 5:29 AM EST via mobile reply actions

Makes sense.

Im not sure if Babin is good against the run or not, I dont analyze each play that much. Sometimes he gets blocked out of the way but so does trent cole. Just because teams gain a lot of yards “to his side” doesn’t tell the whole story. Keep in mind that Asante is on his side too, while Cole has Nnamdi I believe.
Im glad recognizes that hes not in the same league as White, but he is a very good pass rusher for this team and he also runs down quite a few plays, He has been our best off season signing. If Cullen Jenkins would have remained healthy I would have said him.

by Gdog2009 on Dec 23, 2011 8:48 AM EST reply actions