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Dunn doesn't want bit role
As Warrick Dunn came off the field at the Bucs' new training facility after an optional workout last week, it was clear that one important thing hasn't changed. He still wants to play and produce, and he has an unmistakable message for anyone who thinks the Bucs brought him here to be a spare part. "I would never consider myself a third-down back. It's not my mentality. I don't play the game that way," he said. "I don't think Coach Jon Gruden brought me here just to play on third down. He believes in me, and I just have to go out and prove it." He will get his chance.
Warrick Dunn , Jim McIsaac/Getty Images
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Nobody wants a bit role. Dunn's a pro, and will do his job.
Tell it like it is
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I'm sure he dosent but like I always say, you have to take what you can get :)
Hank Hill
Arlen, TX
Total Comments (7639)
Warrick Dunn is a class act.
no name at all
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I wish the Colts would have snatched Dunn. He's a great guy.
IrishR#1
Total Comments (8517)
hes a great player but for me Graham is the first running back of the NFL and the most improved last player last season by far. Graham played like Cadillac first season gets hit by 3 players and keeps going if Warrick can do that then give him the ball
The True Joker
Total Comments (11611)
What about Earnest Graham...?
I think he pretty much earned a starting role after last season.
gators29011
Tallahassee , FL
Total Comments (2)
yeah who needed him in Atlanta.. for him to run the way he did.. behind that joke of a line.. and they think he's done?? Warrick Dunn was the one guy the Falc's got rid of that was total BS.. HE was the one guy trying to keep his team together during the whole Mike Vick, Bobby SUWEEEE crap last year.
Good luck WD.. hope u run well and healthy..
Chicagojeff
Atlanta , GA
Total Comments (56)
think Dunn spends the year frustrated and will retire at the end. He is a classy guy so he won't do anything to show it but I think he realizes after this year that its over for him.
buckybadger | 05/18/08, 01:39 PM
I think your right buckybadger!
BEAST!
Leander , TX
Total Comments (1283)
Warrick Dunn has always gone above and beyond what was asked of him. I have no doubt that he will start at least 3 games next season.
Timothy J.
Corry , PA
Total Comments (3)
That's good. Dunn and Graham will be an excellent duo.
DisturbedTD is…
Stalker Alert!!, WY
Total Comments (4823)
I hope Dunn gets a shot as a full time back again. He does it the right way.
I really miss Barry Sanders though... that man was lightning out of the bottle !
PARTYPIMP
Total Comments (682)
dunns done
golfwacko
Las Vegas , NV
Total Comments (315)
Dunn will be a good fit here. Even if he doesn't like his role, you won't hear a peep from him. Class act all of the way.
NORCALSURFER777
San Mateo , CA
Total Comments (2236)
Well im afraid thats all your going to get Warrick, with Graham and Cadillac being rotated in the backfield. He is a class act however, and im looking forward to seeing him back at the Bucs next year.
dwUK1986
Total Comments (84)
c williams is a stud when he's healthy, but he's rarely healthy. dunn will get tons of carries.
pw
New Baltimore , NY
Total Comments (2906)
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