Charles Grant Feeling the Pressure

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Published: August 21, 2009

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... say he is lazy, and now that he has the money, he won't perform well. People even think that the man shouldn't be starting, and defensive end Bobby McCray should take over the position, but I disagree.

In his seven-year career, Grant has recorded over 379 tackles—300 of them being solo—41.5 sacks, 28 pass deflections, 15 forced fumbles, and one interception. Yes, I'm aware the interception shouldn't judge a defensive lineman, but I like the fact that he can get his hand up in the air.

The problem with Grant is that since 2006, his numbers have slowly declined. He recorded 145 tackles, 11.5 sacks, 10 pass deflections, and has not forced a fumble since 2006. He has recorded three sacks in the past 38 games, meaning health has been a concern for Grant.

His age (soon to be 31) might have something to do with this, as well.

I am here in Charles Grant's defense to simply say:  Give this man a chance.

In 2008 before Grant got injured, in j...

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