He will forever stick in my memory as the guy who wanted to get off the field at a pivotal moment in the biggest game of his life and Vermeil looked dumbfounded as Carter headed to the sideline.
I have to disagree there. That's a little too simple for me.
Carter was an excellent player, who lived-up to his high draft status (6th overall pick) in my opinion.
6 seasons ... 62.5 sacks ... did not miss a single game ... played the run well. Had his best years with the Rams. After he left, Carter played eight more years, and totaled just 42 sacks.
You remember that play but do you remember that game? ... Specifically the 2nd half?
After Holt's TD mid-way through the third quarter, the Titans dominated the Rams.
Over the final 22 minutes,
Tennessee's offense ran 43 plays ... the Rams ran 7 ... SEVEN.
Tennessee had the ball for Over Twenty Minutes ... the Rams for UNDER TWO.
Between Eddie George running over them and Steve McNair around them, the Rams defense was gassed.