Dustin Harrison exactly!! Football is truly a 2 team sport. So you can’t put it all on any one player. Thats why Payton is the greatest player to me. Because he came as close to carrying a football team as you can
I hate, hate, hate the measuring bar being SB wins. LT and Dan Marino are with out question amongst the top 5 all-time at their positions. (oooo. and Fran Tarkenton) As soon as someone sez, "well, SB wins..." I stop taking them seriously as an NFL lover. Oh. You are a fan. But you don't get it.
Championships don’t effect the legacy of players in positions like this. No one says a DT wasn’t great because he doesn’t have any rings. QB and head coach are the only positions in football where wins and losses matter
I know nothing about NFL history, being an Australian I don’t really follow it but mannnnn... these NFL docos are addictive and captivating. A Football Life is amazing.
This man is the reason I ever picked up a football. The first football game I ever watched was a Chargers Broncos game and I’d never forget it. The man who I looked up too. Had a career and will always be my the best running back to ever play in my eyes.
What a great woman his mother is. Hats off to all the young mothers out there doing whatever they must for their kids! You're the most important person in the world! Some of the greatest, most powerful and important people in the world got their training at home with mama! That's what's up, for real! You're beautiful!
@TadTod27 duh his mom is the reason he turned out how he did clearly give her credit his dad wssnt there so thats root of his personality . stop hating damn give black women they credit when its due
Don’t forget women don’t have sport genes🤨 men do not trying to hating on women but they don’t so yeah he can credit his mom but his dad gave him the genes
I'd be lying if I said I didn't tear up when LT and his mom read that letter that he sent her when he was still in high school. He's such a legend in so many ways. 💙
I am lifelong Bronco fan but have always loved LaDainian Tomlinson. Having him in the same division wasn't fun but I'm a football fan first. He was one of the greatest running backs ever. He could do it all, run, catch, block and throw for TD's. The best thing about LTII (I'm old, so he's LTII) was who he was/is as a human being. You hear the stories from his Mom and people that knew him in his youth and he was a good person back then. God bless.
Tomlinson's prime in San Diego was probably my favourite season of football to follow. Not that I'm a huge fan of football, but mans delivered beyond expectation every week.
LaDainian Tomlinson, undeniably a super star and a man of great integrity with humility that sets him apart from most others, and you know who you are!!
They should play these in high schools and at seminars this is true inspiration...the one sentence from his Mama about drinking and that boy stopped that is love that saves lives
As a Raider fan I hated how many times LT killed the Raiders. I couldn’t help but respect and admire his talent, he’s one of the greatest to ever do it.
I remember meeting Mr. LT at the airport in Miami when I was 16yrs old and I can remember thinking how in the hell is this guys so small but plays so big, I thought I've played RB's in high school bigger, lol absolutely one of my favorite players and persons of all time very humble cool person
This is the perfect example that a mother with hardships can raise a son to be morally driven, god fearing, responsible and well mannered even with an absent father. LT is the perfect role model on/off the field. I can see Walter Peyton and Emitt Smith’s influences down to the soft spoken tone when he speaks. His mom should be very proud of how her son turned out. I’ve had friends with absent fathers who no doubt would have went down the wrong path if not for having one of those special mothers who were successful in having perfect balance between love and discipline. In today’s society, to raise children to focus on their education and future instead of the streets and negative influences takes “creative” parenting or more accurately “committed” parenting. You can tell how amazing LT’s mother is just by how he conducts himself. Great story
Patrick Gray seriously though, you lose 2 games and to the pats and suddenly ur outta there? Ownership def got told to fuck right off with some ridiculous request mid season n they remembered that in the offseason idk some drama bs like that that the chargers shot themselves in the foot over
jimmy king I agree. Reliving all these hard losses. I remember going to all the home games, including playoffs, during LT era. Sucked we couldn’t win anything.
Seriously bro, LT leaving our Chargers was a fuckin heartbreak cause we know they did him wrong just like they did Marty. I hope they don’t do the same to Herbie n Staley.
He truly was, one of the greatest athletes if not special human beings we'll ever see. There won't be another LaDainian Tomlinson folks! Just no way anyone can replicate what he did on the field.
People always think football players are supposed to be giants but it’s all about heart . Few players that have once the first hit was laid . LT was a the epitome of that guy who had heart on the field.
One of my ROLE MODELS, Beast on the field, class act off the field. Beautiful wife and family and had the respect of millions of people!! Well done Ladainian Tomlinson!! 💪💪🏈🏈🎇🎇⚡⚡🏃🏃🏆🏆
Is sucks Tomlinson never won a superbowl, I wanted him to win one . I'm not that much of a Chargers fan but, the Jets are one of my top 5 favorite AFC teams so when he went to the Jets I was happy and really thought he could have won a superbowl but, he's still a hall of famer!
Went to camp LT in waco texas held at Baylor university. He gave us young men the same experience emmitt smith did for him except we was in highschool. It was hard as hell but one the best camps ever. Whoever went will 100% remember coach hurricane.
I always get emotional no matter how many times I watch this… Was a treat and more to witness his greatness during my lifetime. the legend of Lightning and Thunder will always live on in SD as well as the football world. 21 forever ⚡️⚡️⚡️
It’s hard to objectively measure who the GOAT RB is in NFL history. So many different statistics and longevity to factor in... But one argument for LT being the greatest ever: he has the greatest prime of any RB ever. From 02-07, he racked up totals in yds and touchdowns that most of the other greats were only able to attain over the course of a decade or more. People see his overall stats and forget how quickly he achieved them and how incredible that is. LT, Barry, and Walter Payton top 3 in my book.
I used to HATE LaDainian lol. Being a broncos fan.. he burned us for years being in same division. And then 2007 he broke a record for most TDS in a season and it was on my broncos. But watching this, gives me a lot of respect for his journey.
Wow, I knew LT was an all time phenomenal athlete, but he’s an even better human being. When your entire team rallies behind you like that, you know you’re doing something right. I have such a deep respect for individuals are truly exceptional and always remain humble and calm.
I may have been young when I watched him in his prime but one thing I will never forgot, how he DOMINATED this game. Seen very few players do it the same way
Y’all notice the high school coach said something about his size but then think he never started till his senior year so either the people who played over him must have been all stars in high school or they also judged him for his size.
The Chargers organization made a HUGE mistake letting Marty go. Who does that after a 14-2 season?? They should have kicked the GM azz out! They were never the same since...
LT is the epitome of poise and class. Of course he was one of the greatest of all time as a player. But you can’t put a price on his locker room impact.
Am i the only one who thinks if the Chargers would have kept Brees they would have won the Championship? Good on Brees for winning it all for the Saints. I hate being a Charger fan.
I'm not a chargers fan but I agree that they should of kept breed. Rivers is a very good qb, but he isn't great enough to get a ring even though they came close this year, they just can't get over the hump. Is love to see the chargers get a ring man
I’m from Indiana, I grew up in the Peyton Manning era, but next to Peyton, L.T. Is my 2nd player ever, he was mesmerizing to watch play and he is just an overall great human being,
I’m from waco and my high school was rivals with university and I can attest he is the only good football player out of that school… but what a guy he is and I’ve always looked up to him he is and always be my favorite running back of all time I hope to meet him someday!
I was born in 97. He’s the reason I started watching football. Baby blue jersey was fire. Wish the Chargers stayed in San Diego. One of the greatest players to never win a championship.
I always watched him play against us as a Broncos fan growing up but didn't really know much about him. What a great player and an all around great guy.
Had the pleasure of meeting Him and Brian Urlacher in '07 at a Vitamin Water signing. And from that brief 30-60 second encounter I must agree he sure was.
We went to the same school in 8th grade, good sized school so I never was around him much. But I remember him vividly. Mostly because I'd see his name all over the track meet results. I thought holy shit this guy's a beast. But main thing I noticed about him was how different he was to everyone else, he was calm, confident, respectful and quiet, all of which made him stand out because that school was borderline chaos.. He minded his own business and treated everyone w respect.
M Frusciante that’s great to hear. Honestly it’s kind of rare to see pro athletes be humble and respectful even in high school because a lot of times, they were the opposite when they were in high school Lol
Never knew that tid bit of info at the end of the 2006 Divisional against the patriots. That’s the definition of a leader. LT must’ve felt awesome when he beat them in 2010 with the Jets
I never knew his story until now, and I now know there was a reason I loved this guy. I was not a chargers fan, but I was an LT fan, and never missed his highlights for the week. This just made it that much sweeter, to see how great of a man he was on and off the field. Wow, what a real class act man.
Fcking greatest player i ever saw at Qualcomm & thats without a doubt. I really feel like he is the LAST Great Running back who was as important as the qb himself.
Thank you all so much for 100,000 views!
thank you for bringing the best stories of the nfl.
i know it is seen as piracy but people need to see this.
Or damn near 288,000!
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Eventhough he never won a Super Bowl, he's most definately a champion. Thanks LT for all the great memories.
Dustin Harrison exactly!! Football is truly a 2 team sport. So you can’t put it all on any one player. Thats why Payton is the greatest player to me. Because he came as close to carrying a football team as you can
Let. Is like champ bailey to me
I hate, hate, hate the measuring bar being SB wins. LT and Dan Marino are with out question amongst the top 5 all-time at their positions. (oooo. and Fran Tarkenton)
As soon as someone sez, "well, SB wins..." I stop taking them seriously as an NFL lover.
Oh. You are a fan. But you don't get it.
Charles Barkley of football.. They're champions to me.. I'd take their careers over KDs. Compete fuck easy..
Championships don’t effect the legacy of players in positions like this. No one says a DT wasn’t great because he doesn’t have any rings. QB and head coach are the only positions in football where wins and losses matter
LT beating the Patriots in the playoffs as a Jet was his Super Bowl.
B A he was willing to die that day!
I know nothing about NFL history, being an Australian I don’t really follow it but mannnnn... these NFL docos are addictive and captivating. A Football Life is amazing.
Cheers, mate!!! From the US!
Dynamic Solution Shut yo bitch ass up
Cowboys are awesome watch their documentary!
Check out Hardknocks first episode. Its the Raven an one of the best things ive ever seen
Ziosudra Raijin 😂😂😂😂
Great mother who raised a great son. Respect.
Definitely she even said have u been partying/drinking he broke down he seems like a guy u would want to be around.
This sound like a Facebook comment
What I dont understand is why his mother decided to move during this senior year, knowing that the move would disrupt his football career.
💯
Respect to the father too.
The reason I love football. The reason I'm a lifelong Chargers fan. Lt will forever be my 🐐
He never caused his mom any trouble. What a good kid 👌
I wish I could say that about myself but...lol
This man is the reason I ever picked up a football. The first football game I ever watched was a Chargers Broncos game and I’d never forget it. The man who I looked up too. Had a career and will always be my the best running back to ever play in my eyes.
If you’d have chosen the Broncos you could have celebrated a super bowl win
same here man, he'll always be my favorite player as well.
@@jaredwatts4140 he would also be rooting for a washed ass Russ Wilson instead of a stud like Justin Herbert so there’s always that
Growing up as a Lions fan, Goat 🐐 #20 was the greatest RB in my eyes. Tomlinson was the closest thing I’ve seen to Barry since.
This is insane. LT was one of the greatest to every play the game
What a great woman his mother is. Hats off to all the young mothers out there doing whatever they must for their kids! You're the most important person in the world! Some of the greatest, most powerful and important people in the world got their training at home with mama! That's what's up, for real! You're beautiful!
@TadTod27 duh his mom is the reason he turned out how he did clearly give her credit his dad wssnt there so thats root of his personality . stop hating damn give black women they credit when its due
idk how it feels since i don’t have a mom
Don’t forget women don’t have sport genes🤨 men do not trying to hating on women but they don’t so yeah he can credit his mom but his dad gave him the genes
@@deandreprice6005 black men do
@@deandreprice6005 his dad introduced football to him on a mental level and the mother got him into camp . That's teamwork.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't tear up when LT and his mom read that letter that he sent her when he was still in high school. He's such a legend in so many ways. 💙
San Diego has never been the same since LT left the team....He is a true legend!!!
LT is so humble!! That’s why I love this guy!!
I am lifelong Bronco fan but have always loved LaDainian Tomlinson. Having him in the same division wasn't fun but I'm a football fan first. He was one of the greatest running backs ever. He could do it all, run, catch, block and throw for TD's. The best thing about LTII (I'm old, so he's LTII) was who he was/is as a human being. You hear the stories from his Mom and people that knew him in his youth and he was a good person back then. God bless.
Tomlinson's prime in San Diego was probably my favourite season of football to follow. Not that I'm a huge fan of football, but mans delivered beyond expectation every week.
Before I started the video: "Dope the LT football life"
After: "What the hell is wrong with the Chargers"
the spanos family is whats wrong with them. the cherry on top was moving north.
Brian Williams try to imagine being a chargers fan and living through all this. Invested in every moment
I've been thinking the same thing since 2006
Phillip Rivers is the problem. He’s had too many opportunities missed with a great team around him.
Great franchise
His relationship with his mom makes me shed a tear
LaDainian Tomlinson, undeniably a super star and a man of great integrity with humility that sets him apart from most others, and you know who you are!!
Amen
I have watched many of these A Football Life . This is one of the best. LT was my son's all time players He is a class act human being.
They should play these in high schools and at seminars this is true inspiration...the one sentence from his Mama about drinking and that boy stopped that is love that saves lives
As a Raider fan I hated how many times LT killed the Raiders. I couldn’t help but respect and admire his talent, he’s one of the greatest to ever do it.
Same.
Same. Born and raised in San Diego but been a Raider fan for life. LT was him and his teams always shot themselves in the foot in the playoffs.
He's the whole reason i was a chargers fan
Ma Tomlinson done a wonderful job, the best she could ❤️❤️❤️
That was absolutely amazing. I have a newfound respect for LT. Not for what he's done on the field, but for his morals, values, and honour.
I remember meeting Mr. LT at the airport in Miami when I was 16yrs old and I can remember thinking how in the hell is this guys so small but plays so big, I thought I've played RB's in high school bigger, lol absolutely one of my favorite players and persons of all time very humble cool person
This is the perfect example that a mother with hardships can raise a son to be morally driven, god fearing, responsible and well mannered even with an absent father. LT is the perfect role model on/off the field. I can see Walter Peyton and Emitt Smith’s influences down to the soft spoken tone when he speaks. His mom should be very proud of how her son turned out. I’ve had friends with absent fathers who no doubt would have went down the wrong path if not for having one of those special mothers who were successful in having perfect balance between love and discipline. In today’s society, to raise children to focus on their education and future instead of the streets and negative influences takes “creative” parenting or more accurately “committed” parenting. You can tell how amazing LT’s mother is just by how he conducts himself. Great story
How the hell can you fire Marty Schottenheimer with a 14-2 record??? I had never seen that before or since.
You are so right. The ownership dismantled a probable Super Bowl Team!
Patrick Gray sadly what will always be a question
Patrick Gray seriously though, you lose 2 games and to the pats and suddenly ur outta there? Ownership def got told to fuck right off with some ridiculous request mid season n they remembered that in the offseason idk some drama bs like that that the chargers shot themselves in the foot over
Patrick Gray I was a sophomore in high school. Blew my mind then, and still does. Marty was the key.
@@jamesbryce9385 He had beef with the front office
I was 20, fresh out of boot camp, stationed in San Diego from 2004 to 2008. What a time to be in SD!
As a Chargers fan, this episode of a Football Life is always the most depressing one.
jimmy king I agree. Reliving all these hard losses. I remember going to all the home games, including playoffs, during LT era. Sucked we couldn’t win anything.
Seriously bro, LT leaving our Chargers was a fuckin heartbreak cause we know they did him wrong just like they did Marty. I hope they don’t do the same to Herbie n Staley.
I remember wen Tomlinson and Adrian Peterson went at it
Yup pretty much
@@Troy_PolamalusCousin I agree with Herbert but Staley sucks ass dude he is a terrible head coach
My childhood hero my son will be named after this man if half the men in the world were like LT the earth would be a much better place to live
Well Said.
He truly was, one of the greatest athletes if not special human beings we'll ever see. There won't be another LaDainian Tomlinson folks! Just no way anyone can replicate what he did on the field.
Best footwork I’ve ever seen, L.Tomlinson and B.Sanders.
Eagles fan here to admire and respect GREATNESS...This man was a treat to watch. BLESSINGS to Any and All watching.
I'm.from San Diego and I loved watching this man play on Sundays after church. I miss having a football team.
Its hard to believe anyone ever doubted LT's abilities as a football player. Just the perfect running back skill set.
People always think football players are supposed to be giants but it’s all about heart . Few players that have once the first hit was laid . LT was a the epitome of that guy who had heart on the field.
One of my ROLE MODELS, Beast on the field, class act off the field. Beautiful wife and family and had the respect of millions of people!! Well done Ladainian Tomlinson!! 💪💪🏈🏈🎇🎇⚡⚡🏃🏃🏆🏆
You know a guy has been through hardship when even Roethlisberger feels sorry for you.
I remember when we had fans. watching this makes me sad
Is sucks Tomlinson never won a superbowl, I wanted him to win one . I'm not that much of a Chargers fan but, the Jets are one of my top 5 favorite AFC teams so when he went to the Jets I was happy and really thought he could have won a superbowl but, he's still a hall of famer!
Hall of Fame
Barry and LT my favorite players of all time. Great players and great men.
Went to camp LT in waco texas held at Baylor university. He gave us young men the same experience emmitt smith did for him except we was in highschool. It was hard as hell but one the best camps ever. Whoever went will 100% remember coach hurricane.
Im a Steelers fan but I have to admit. LT is and has to be one of the best RB I have ever seen. And he seems to be real off the field as well.
LT was the best running back in the league in his prime no doubt about it and Neal was a beast full back chargers had a great team in 03-04
I always get emotional no matter how many times I watch this… Was a treat and more to witness his greatness during my lifetime. the legend of Lightning and Thunder will always live on in SD as well as the football world. 21 forever ⚡️⚡️⚡️
19:54 Took the mans helmet and Durag off. Sheesh
haha durag floating in the air in slomo
It’s hard to objectively measure who the GOAT RB is in NFL history. So many different statistics and longevity to factor in...
But one argument for LT being the greatest ever: he has the greatest prime of any RB ever. From 02-07, he racked up totals in yds and touchdowns that most of the other greats were only able to attain over the course of a decade or more. People see his overall stats and forget how quickly he achieved them and how incredible that is.
LT, Barry, and Walter Payton top 3 in my book.
That’s my top 3 as well
Might be the best one, emotional, but there's great American stories that'll have your ass crying. Thanks LT
I don't even really watch football but I'm going to get this man's Jersey❤😊 Great story
I used to HATE LaDainian lol. Being a broncos fan.. he burned us for years being in same division. And then 2007 he broke a record for most TDS in a season and it was on my broncos. But watching this, gives me a lot of respect for his journey.
That guy was trying so hard not to say my family owned your family
The Masoko take it for what it is. It’s not his fault.
How do you not tear up watching this? Great man. great story. Truly inspirational.
Wow, I knew LT was an all time phenomenal athlete, but he’s an even better human being. When your entire team rallies behind you like that, you know you’re doing something right.
I have such a deep respect for individuals are truly exceptional and always remain humble and calm.
Man I cryed watching this
Multiple times. Especially on that letter to his mom.
All these football life joints get me by the time they get to the end.... Lol. Great work they do.
I may have been young when I watched him in his prime but one thing I will never forgot, how he DOMINATED this game.
Seen very few players do it the same way
Became my favorite player when I was 6-7 .. I’m 21 today and asking for his jersey for Christmas🤣. #1 inspiration for taking life 100%. Go bolts
Y’all notice the high school coach said something about his size but then think he never started till his senior year so either the people who played over him must have been all stars in high school or they also judged him for his size.
Too Smooth! Reminds me of my nephew! Really humble! Cool Life Story!
The Chargers organization made a HUGE mistake letting Marty go. Who does that after a 14-2 season?? They should have kicked the GM azz out! They were never the same since...
Ask Jerry Jones. LOL!
When he said you got to be willing to die for it today I am are you! That's inspiration!!
best running back of all time! Thank you for all the memories in SD. Youre a SD legend and NFL legend.
Absolutely one of the greatest running backs of all time and a true Class Act.
Even as a die hard chiefs fan I loved watching LT play I had no idea he was such a great dude off the field... definition of greatness
LT was all class. Thanks for the memories.
LT is the epitome of poise and class. Of course he was one of the greatest of all time as a player. But you can’t put a price on his locker room impact.
I remember watching him at TCU that man was a beast
Him and Barry were my favorite!!
My favorite running back all-time Waco Texas finest!!! Thanks big bro💯💯💯💯
Can't measure the heart of a great athlete.
This was the Chargers team I grew up with. This is why I’m a Chargers fan.
People talk about falling asleep to rain forest documentary. I fall asleep to these. I mean this as a compliment. Love the history.
Am i the only one who thinks if the Chargers would have kept Brees they would have won the Championship? Good on Brees for winning it all for the Saints. I hate being a Charger fan.
I'm not a chargers fan but I agree that they should of kept breed. Rivers is a very good qb, but he isn't great enough to get a ring even though they came close this year, they just can't get over the hump. Is love to see the chargers get a ring man
His shoulder injury freaked ownership out so they went along with rivers instead.
As a Saints fan, I thank you, as a human being, I am sorry for you, at Miami fans, I just laugh at.
In my opinion the chargers are our top 5 toughest opponents so we definitely respect yall , Coming from a saints fan
If that damn safety could’ve just go down 🤦🏾♂️
I’m from Indiana, I grew up in the Peyton Manning era, but next to Peyton, L.T. Is my 2nd player ever, he was mesmerizing to watch play and he is just an overall great human being,
what a humble guy. love em so much more after seeing this
Wow...I just watch this for the first time. LT Charger for life. Thank you LT for all the memories. #chargerforlife #LT21
Fuck the chargers
Why does every single one of these make me cry lol
Great football player. Greatest Charger ever. An even greater human. Thanks for the upload.
He's a SPECIAL person not just a GREAT football player.
I’m from waco and my high school was rivals with university and I can attest he is the only good football player out of that school… but what a guy he is and I’ve always looked up to him he is and always be my favorite running back of all time I hope to meet him someday!
Awesome story I love you LT ❤️, you are an outstanding person!
I was born in 97. He’s the reason I started watching football. Baby blue jersey was fire. Wish the Chargers stayed in San Diego. One of the greatest players to never win a championship.
This guy Ladainian is like the nicest person alive.
Great idol, role model, human, and great sportsmanship! Thanks for the positive and memorable moments you gave us LT!
Top 5 RB all time just based off of skill and talent. Even though he didnt win a ring he's a HOF not many can say that.
I always watched him play against us as a Broncos fan growing up but didn't really know much about him. What a great player and an all around great guy.
LT seems like the nicest dude
Had the pleasure of meeting Him and Brian Urlacher in '07 at a Vitamin Water signing. And from that brief 30-60 second encounter I must agree he sure was.
We went to the same school in 8th grade, good sized school so I never was around him much. But I remember him vividly. Mostly because I'd see his name all over the track meet results. I thought holy shit this guy's a beast. But main thing I noticed about him was how different he was to everyone else, he was calm, confident, respectful and quiet, all of which made him stand out because that school was borderline chaos.. He minded his own business and treated everyone w respect.
M Frusciante that’s great to hear. Honestly it’s kind of rare to see pro athletes be humble and respectful even in high school because a lot of times, they were the opposite when they were in high school Lol
Credit is given where credit is due...One of the BEST RB NFL has EVER seen.Hats off.
the best running back of the 21st century
Tears, one of my favorites I graduated in 2006 so he was on my radar and I love the TD celebration
Was nice to rewatch this. LT is still my all time favorite player.
I truly love and appreciate this athlete’s story, journey and courage. A true American man and story
Never knew that tid bit of info at the end of the 2006 Divisional against the patriots. That’s the definition of a leader. LT must’ve felt awesome when he beat them in 2010 with the Jets
I never knew his story until now, and I now know there was a reason I loved this guy. I was not a chargers fan, but I was an LT fan, and never missed his highlights for the week. This just made it that much sweeter, to see how great of a man he was on and off the field. Wow, what a real class act man.
Ladanian Tomlinson on the runway every sunday! ⚡San Diego Charger for Life⚡ Loved it when he beat the patriots when he was a Jet! #21
Man this guy was such a amazing player I feel bless to have watch him play
This is the guy who got me into football. Forever thankful LT! HOF
These docs are so inspiring, really great work.
Fcking greatest player i ever saw at Qualcomm & thats without a doubt. I really feel like he is the LAST Great Running back who was as important as the qb himself.
What a great story and a great football player.from winnfield,La❤😅
i’ve watched this so many times and it’s still so inspirational 🥲