Bleedin Green Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 Just stumbled across this article, and couldn't help but read it. Honestly, at this point it's just kind of sad. The guy needs to understand his body just can't handle this, and move on with his life. Of course, on the other hand it would be absolutely hilarious if he became the Dolphins starting QB once again. MIAMI (AP)—Chad Pennington(notes) has decided to try another comeback. The 34-year-old quarterback lasted only two plays this season with the Miami Dolphins, then underwent surgery on his throwing shoulder for the fourth time. But Pennington said Tuesday he’s not ready to retire and hopes to play in 2011, although many obstacles to a full recovery remain. “This will be a daily and weekly process,” he said in a telephone interview. “At any given time my body can say, `That’s enough.’ It will be an interesting time. It’s a step of faith to see how far I can take this.” The Palm Beach Post first reported Pennington’s decision to attempt another comeback. He has twice been chosen the NFL comeback player of the year, each time after returning from shoulder surgery. In December, as Pennington prepared for surgery, he said it was 50-50 as to whether he would retire. After weighing his options, he decided his shoulder might be up to a 12th NFL season. “I feel if I don’t test it and see what’s out there, I’ll always have questions in the back of mind,” Pennington said. “I still have the desire and passion to play the game. Until that fire burns out, I need to go after that.” A shoulder injury ended Pennington’s 2009 season in Week 3. Following arduous rehabilitation, he began the 2010 season as a backup, made his season debut when he started against Tennessee but had to leave the game after only two snaps with a dislocated shoulder and torn capsule. Pennington becomes a free agent this offseason and it’s uncertain whether the Dolphins will re-sign him, although he advised coach Tony Sparano of his comeback plans. “I’ve accepted the possibility of being with another team,” Pennington said, “and the possibility of no one being interested. I have to see what the options are.” Miami may be more inclined to re-sign Pennington because he has ties with Brian Daboll, who is expected to be hired as the Dolphins’ offensive coordinator. Daboll was the New York Jets’ quarterbacks coach when Pennington played there in 2007. Pennington’s career completion percentage of 66.0 is the highest in NFL history among quarterbacks with at least 1,500 attempts. In 2008, his one full season with the Dolphins, Pennington led them to their only playoff berth since 2001. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTM Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 he wants the money.. can't blame him, he'll probably get near a cool million even if he doesn't see the field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVM Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 Meh, good for him. I wish him the best, and am glad we have the QB we have now. He'll most likely be a 3rd QB the entire time anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicious89x Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 Just stumbled across this article, and couldn't help but read it. Honestly, at this point it's just kind of sad. The guy needs to understand his body just can't handle this, and move on with his life. Of course, on the other hand it would be absolutely hilarious if he became the Dolphins starting QB once again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 he wants the money.. can't blame him, he'll probably get near a cool million even if he doesn't see the field. I don't think so. He has plenty of money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 Isn't he a free agent? Who's taking a chance on his perpetual shoulder operation this year? The guy lasted one play last season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE ILK Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 The Next Dynasty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMC Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 Chad is not physically capable to be in the NFL and any NFL doctor who clears him to play should have his license revoked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiFtheOracle Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 Remember when Pacturd came over here and started predicting gloom for the Jets because Pennington was named the starter earlier this season? That was funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boozer76 Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 That's great that he doesn't want to give up, but there isn't a team in the NFL that will pay a player league minimum when there's a strong possibility his season will be over at any moment. It's just not worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spjets Posted January 19, 2011 Share Posted January 19, 2011 he'd make a great QB coach...thats about it.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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