NFL MYSTERY FILE: SHAUN ALEXANDER

We weren’t unbelievably surprised when Shaun Alexander had a poor assemblage for the Seattle Seahawks in 2007, but by no means did we expect the precipitous drop off that occurred to the former NFL MVP and one-time holder of the season touchdown mark. What could have triggered this fall from grace? Here are a few probable explanations:

10. Mike Holmgren was even more successful holding him back from earning incentives this year.

9. Defenders found it very easy to clutch onto the fork sticking out of his back and tackle him.

8. Shaun must not have been Vista compatible.

7. He really desired to be thoughtful for the “Comeback Player of The Year” award.

6. Just desired to attain sure he wasn’t on the counterbalance of Madden, because that can ruin a career.

5. Spent artefact too much time pondering ground c7-c5 is such a powerful response to d2-d4.

4. Always dreamed of being on Eric Karabell’s fantasy sleeper list.

3. It’s much harder to run when Steve Hutchinson hasn’t blasted half of the antitank line.

2. Shaun found out how Shaq’s ass tastes. Needless to say, it was a scarring experience.

1. As you suspected all along, he did it meet to screw up your fantasy team.

Feel free to add your own reasons in the comments below!

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