» THN Exclusive: Q&A with Jesse Lumsden

BossHog

I finally got a chance to have an 'extended chat' with my fellow Canadian Jesse Lumsden on Monday.

Just visit the front page for the article or click on the 'Visit the THN Website' link at the top of any message board page.

I have a few more questions for him today if I can grab him again.

Fios · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 12:44 pm Post subject:

Nicely done Boss, I'm really pulling for Jesse

Tigercat91 · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 1:50 pm Post subject:

Hi All, I got to see Lumsden in action while he played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats last year. He is a great player, very heads-up, and he'll never give up. BossHog, if by chance you read this in time, you might want to talk to Jesse about shaving his head for cancer. Lumsden used to have long hair and last year he shaved it and donated it to a cancer charity (I can't remember which one for the life of me). Hopefully Jesse makes the team, he could easily become an All-Star in the NFL. He was going to florish into a CFL Star, and judging by the Ricky Williams appearance in the CFL, there isn't as large of a difference in talent between the two leagues as a lot of people think.

BossHog · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 2:06 pm Post subject:

Great stuff... thanks a lot. I'll be sure to ask him if I can since one of my questions for today was actually if he was involved with any charities.

Thanks again.

yupchagee · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 3:01 pm Post subject:

Good interview. I can'y wait for more.

Irn-Bru · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 3:31 pm Post subject:

Awesome, Boss. Most other reporters would have been asking where he was from, whether the NFL was harder than the CFL. . .

Good questions and dialogue. A great read.

NC43Hog · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 7:17 pm Post subject:

Nice work BH.

Not sure about how he fits in with the numbers game, but I am pulling for him.

1niksder · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 9:05 pm Post subject:

Nice read, Good job BH

BossHog · Posted: Tue Aug 08, 2006 10:50 pm Post subject:

Thanks guys... just transcribing today's part two of the interview (that I did today) and it should be posted before morning.

Redskin in Canada · ~~~~~~ Joined: 08 Apr 2004 Posts: 10286 Location: Canada

A new Exclusive article that I enjoyed very much.

I find it always interesting that some athletes are able to balance very aggresive activities, such as football, with meditation and Yoga. It should not be a surprise because the Art of Zen goes hand-in-hand with martial arts in the Far East. But still, it does surprise me when I see it happen in North America. Those of us that have done some of this in martial arts appreciate its mental and physical value.

What a tough position to be for Lumsden and Carter. Both are great guys and I wish we were not as overloaded in that position. My best scenario has Lumsden on the Roster and Carter in the practice squad. Coaches are paid the big bucks to make difficult decisions and this is definitely one of them. I look forward to read Part II.

I am already in London Heathrow for those who were nice enough to send PMs with good wishes. I had a very successful trip. Thanks.

SkinsChic · Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 7:15 am Post subject:

Great interview BH....looking forward to more.

BossHog · Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 10:07 am Post subject:

Part two is now posted on the main page.

Deadskins · Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 10:14 am Post subject:

Great read Boss! (both parts, but especially the 2nd.)

REDEEMEDSKIN · Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 10:34 am Post subject:

Just read Part Deux. Sounds like you and he had a great time!! As for being unprofessional....

fuggheddaboutit!!! this kid is the real deal, and is proving that he deserves to play on the roster.

Great article!!!

Redskin in Canada · ~~~~~~ Joined: 08 Apr 2004 Posts: 10286 Location: Canada