step aside, Jerry Rice
It looks like the Oakland Raiders may have found their next big-play receiver Sunday ... and in the most unlikely place: Ronald Curry.
The former UNC quarterback (and point guard) caught 5 passes for 89 yards and scored his first NFL touchdown, then had an impressive high jump into the crowd. That just demonstrated the amazing athleticism that seems to have gone to waste for a few years in Chapel Hill and a few more in Oakland.
So, forget trying to make him a quarterback, defensive back or kick returner. It looks like, at 25, Curry has found his niche at wide receiver. Is he for real? Should we all go pick him up for our fantasy-league teams?
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most unlikeliest?
why not very, very most unlikeliest?
Posted on September 21, 2004 2:37 PM
patrick, you've caught me sniffing glue and trying to form coherent thoughts at the same time. thanks for the catch.
Posted on September 21, 2004 2:49 PM
I think Curry is going to be a great wide receiver. He should've played WR at UNC rather than struggling as a quarterback. I'm glad that Oakland gave him an opportunity based on his athletic ability. I think he's finally found his home position.
Posted on September 23, 2004 11:30 AM