He had laid on the turf for 15 mintues with no feelings in his legs the game before! He flies out to Louisiana, helps dig his grandmother's grave, sings hyms with his family, gets behind the wheel of a car, drives 600 km. to Houston, gets there at 3 a.m., catches a red eye flight to get to Calgary in time for the game, and then runs for over 112 yards, including a key 33 yard touchdown that broke the game open. Then we rode his back on the final drive to seal the victory.
There has been a lot of talk about riding the backs of our defense for our undefeated record so far this season. On offence we've rode the back of Joe Smith, who has been just as important in that winning streak.
In the Vancouver Sun today Smith said it was important for him to attend his grandmothers funeral and to be there with his family. He also said it was important for him to return to his other family, our Leos, and be there for the Calgary game!
He may be quiet but he's an impressive football player and an impressive person who is highly regarded by his teamates!
Thanks Joe!!
