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Originally Posted by MaTH716
He played alot better after Rex benched his ass. But apparently there was something very secretive about Rhodes situation. Because after the season Rex had a media session and the only guy who he refused to shed any light on was Kerry Rhodes. He pretty much said that there was a conversation between the two and he wasn't going to discuss it with the media. Not sure but it seems like there was some sort of issue. I personally think the guy is talented, but it seems like he has many off the field distractions. I have heard people say that they are not sure if he wants to be a TV star or a football player.
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Yeah, I know all of that, but recently there were signs that Rex and Kerry had worked out their differences. My main issue with Kerry this year was his seemingly sudden aversion to hitting and tackling. He's got the athleticism to be great but before the benching I saw him constantly halfheartedly swiping at guys or trying to tackle people in the open field using one shoulder. That pissed Rex and fans off, because they both like hard-nosed safeties. I mean, just look at about :51 of highlights from the 2nd Jets/Bills game:
http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/200912...ts@bills/watch
Still, he did play better late in the season and in the playoffs and this creates a need where there wasn't one. Eric Smith is much improved and is terrific against the run, but he's not nearly athletic enough to be the answer in pass coverage.