Javon Ringer
[11] His performance at the MSU Pro Day "absolutely blew NFL teams away", due to putting up impressive numbers while not fully recovered.[3] Later that year, Ringer tore his ACL, which kept him out the final six games of the season, and his 'shaky grades' plus a low ACT score took him off the map to attend Ohio State University.[3] in 2004, Ringer attend the NIKE Camp in Columbus, OH in April and had a very impressive workout He received scholarship offers from Michigan State, USC, Tennessee, Florida, and Iowa.[22] Brewer had a solid college career at South Carolina for Coach Lou Holtz and helped the Gamecocks beat Ohio State in the 2001 Outback Bowl.Ringer's college numbers are similar to those of Emmitt Smith, Thurman Thomas, Brian Westbrook and Frank Gore.[2] In April 2008, NFL draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. named Ringer as his choice as the best back in the class of 2009.He was a preseason third-team All-American and first-team All-Big Ten selection by Phil Steele's College Football Preview, where he was rated 6th among the nation's top running backs.[37] On September 6, against Eastern Michigan University, Ringer was named Big Ten Tri-Player of the Week after scoring a career-high five touchdowns, with 205 all-purpose yards.[41][42] On September 27, against Indiana, Ringer had a career-high 44 carries for 198 yards and one touchdown[3][27][43] I think he's very good and very blessed to be operating behind those five guys.[44] After this win, Michigan State entered the national rankings at #23[3][27] On October 11, against Northwestern, Ringer had 124 yards on 35 with 2 touchdowns.[47] Two days later, in a 45–7 loss against a tough OSU run defense, Ringer had a then season low 16 carries for only 67 yards.[48][49] On November 1, against Wisconsin, Ringer, who was slowed by a stomach virus,[50] had 21 carries for a then season low 54 yards, with 2 rushing touchdowns.[52] Purdue coach Joe Tiller said of Ringer after the game, "I don't know if he gets stronger or if the opponent just begins to wear down.[59] Ringer was as high as second in the ESPN EXPERTS Heisman poll, but at one point dropped off of the list after two games with less than 100 yards rushing.Ringer was one of three MSU players to be invited to the NFL Combine, along with QB Brian Hoyer and safety Otis Wiley."[64] Ringer's performance at Pro Day "absolutely blew NFL teams away", due to putting up impressive numbers while not fully recovered.[12] With his draft stock on the rise, Ringer has worked out with several NFL teams, including the Denver Broncos, the Tennessee Titans and the San Diego Chargers.[75] Mel Kiper said of Ringer "He's only 5–9, 205, but he's remarkably strong, a good athlete and just a tough kid with great character."[76] Ringer spent time with his family in Dayton, Ohio, on April 25 watching the draft and celebrating his mother's birthday, waiting to get selected.[80] Terry McCormick of the Nashville City Paper, when grading the Titans' draft, gave the Ringer pick an "A".[86] The Titans' running backs coach Earnest Byner said of Ringer, “Bringing in Javon has definitely added to the mix because, right away, guys know he's something to reckon with because they see what he's done out here.[87] Titans head coach Jeff Fisher said of Ringer "He's got great run skills and he's in good shape, He's got a sense and a knack for pushing the ball north and south.[92] On August 15, in a preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Ringer lead the team in rushing with seven attempts for 51 yards, including a 36-yard touchdown run.I think the kid has a bright future.”[95] Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck also said “He has an understanding of the game, you can tell by the cuts he makes at times.Hopefully he can get reps with the (first team) a little more and see where it goes from there.’’[95] Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reported that Ringer was the favorite for the third-string job, and almost a lock to make the roster.[110] Despite his performance in the loss, head coach Jeff Fisher said that Chris Johnson and LenDale White will continue to get the majority of the carries.[126] Despite the team signing Stafon Johnson and LeGarrette Blount as undrafted free agents, head coach Jeff Fisher confirmed that Ringer would be the new backup running back, stating "We have a terrific running back [in Chris Johnson], and a very talented backup in Javon.[128] When discussing the backup running back role, offensive coordinator, Mike Heimerdinger said, "[Ringer's] been really good in training camp.[131][132][133] In 2012 season, Ringer missed several weeks with lingering injuries, including an infection in his arm that doctors told him could have led to amputation had it not been treated quickly.[134] In week 5, Ringer tore his MCL, causing him to miss the remainder of the season being placed on injured reserve.
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