In tomorrow's Times, I'll have a story on Derrick Brooks and his belief that the Bucs can get back to the top with the help of his leadership and more contributions from the club's young players. He also says the fire inside him is still burning pretty intensely.

Now, none of that has prevented some from calling into question whether he still has the tools to play at the level we're accustomed to seeing from him. And that's the question I put to you all: is Brooks still an elite linebacker?

I think he's still a very good one, even though no one is the same player at 34 as they were at 24. That's just elementary. But he still makes enough plays that turn heads, even if he misses some that leave people shaking their heads.

I've heard all sorts of opinions, so here's your chance. Let's hear it.