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Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Darnell Dockett is a very outspoken person, and it shines through on his Twitter feed. He talked about a range of topics, sometimes covering issues related to the NFL. On Sunday, he went into one such topic, talking about how teams need a "dog" to have success. A dog is the tough, no-nonsense guy who won't take any crap. It does not always have to be the best player on the field, but you need that kind of guy to have success.
He mentioned Justin Smith and Anquan Boldin as two such examples, and based on how his description of dogs, I don't think anybody should be surprised by that. The 49ers should have Boldin back in the fold in 2015, but there are serious questions about Justin Smith's future. There has been speculation he will retire, but he has not made any kind of announcement thus far. Although Smith has worn with age, having him for another year would be a nice little boon for the next head coach of the San Francisco 49ers.
Every team needs a "DOG" You can't coach it, teach it, and damn sure can't make one. He either has it or he dont.. Rare breed. #imthat
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
A dog won't take shit from no one, he usually don't give two shits but his team and winning, and will sacrifice for you w/o hesitation..
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
A dog can turn a good player to a nasty aggressive play along with being good. Every team has one and some have 2/3/ grade A pitbulls.
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
It's nothing like going into a big game and knowing that "DoG" has your back,, some one who will do Whatver it takes and relentless.
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
I saw a lot of shit this season that I personally wouldn't have allowed to happen. Dirty or not I'll always protect my teammates.
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
A dog will play dirty, and he will cheat, and he will motivate a team to destroy. He has a killer instinct. Every team needs one to win!
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
I'm just showing u guys the insights of football. And things U may not know. Trust me! yAll know I speak my mind yall would never hear this.
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
Steve smith, justin smith, Trent Williams, raiola, Suh , anquan boldin, kam chancellor , Kyle Williams. Just a few and I have a lot more.
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015
Not to say all those players play dirty Im saying you'd go to war with them in a heart beat and U know they will fight 365/24/7.
— DARNELL DOCKETT (@ddockett) January 4, 2015