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The_Philster
10-08-2006, 05:48 AM
It would be easy to understand if Donte Whitner felt pretty confident after his first 15 quarters as a member of the Buffalo Bills.

After all, the rookie strong safety had already won the NFL defensive rookie of the month award for September and was a starter.

But in just one play, Whitner learned just how difficult — and scary — life in the big leagues can be. more (http://www.tonawanda-news.com/buffalobills/gnnbuffalorbills_story_280234845.html)

Cntrygal
10-08-2006, 10:00 AM
Quarterback Brad Johnson threw deep, Whitner was late in coverage and it looked like the Vikings might steal a win.

“I messed up,” Whitner said. “I was supposed to read that guy and get over the top. I didn’t get over the top, so it was my fault.”

No excuses. I like that.