The purpose of the rule is that if a player becomes injured the trainers will be able to see his eyes without removing the helmet. The rule isn't in place for style reasons. With as many neck injuries that have occurred this year it should have never come to AU having to point it out.
If this is the case, then why did the Auburn trainers complain about his tinted shield? What difference was it to them? Especially since the player had a medical need. This one smells of a Tuberville trying to get under someone's skin just to annoy. But then we already knew of his classless behavior before this. Good thing there isn't a rule of the color underwear the player has to wear because Tubbs just might check. :shock:
I didn't say the motivation on AU's part was altruistic. I said it should have never come to that point. I had thought the rule was a stupid NCAA rule for uniform conformity like the NFL has. When I found out the purpose of the rule I was surprised that the officials allowed it from the get go.
Yes, I am very aware of the reason for the rule and agree that it is for a good reason. Some of the heavily tinted shields used in the past completely obscured the players eyes. I have to believe that the LSU medical staff tried to balance out the player's safety with the problem with light sensitivity. It just seems logical that they were aware of the rule. Maybe they tried to ignore it and slip one by.... but why would they do that?
I know that the Chargers have to get special permission to let LT wear his dark visor and I'm pretty sure their excuse is a "medical condition". I don't know why LSU didn't ask the NCAA if it was ok for CJ to wear it for this one game. I don't see why they would have a problem with it. And if they did it would be pretty chicken sh*t. Most of these visors can be applied and removed without tools.
I posted this in another thread. This is the more appropriate spot. I and I think I speak for the entire Auburn nation wish Mr. Dorsey nothing but the best. I hope he finishes the season strong and helps LSU win a national championship and goes on to a wonderful pro career. Geaux Tigers
