Seahawks fans

[FlaHawker 24]

i just thought id give you guys something to discuss

[phillybear 366]

This thread is boring without the flame wars.

 

:tumbleweed:

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Some actual news relevant to the Hawks...Chester Pitts is set to work out for teams. Would he be worth signing being he can play guard and tackle and has already played for Gibbs?

[swirvenirvin 25]

Who is #2 WR Branch, or Tate?

[FlaHawker 24]

Who is #2 WR Branch, or Tate?

Right now probably:

 

Housh,

Williams,

Branch,

Tate

 

This will change; it's too early.

http://www.fieldgulls.com/2010/8/8/1612556/preliminary-seahawks-depth-chart

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Who is #2 WR Branch, or Tate?

 

Other then Housh being the #1 I dont think anything is set in stone. Hawker's list is about what I would guess at this point in time.

[SUXBNME 1,458]

Is it still an exciting time to be a Seahawks fan?

 

just curious.

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Is it still an exciting time to be a Seahawks fan?

 

just curious.

 

yes

[Joey Gladstone 33]

1st preseason game b!tches!! I can't wait to see:

 

-The three rookies in action. Three unique talents that could be the cornerstones of a new era.

 

-Whitehurst. Hopefully he's more then a whole lot of great hair.

 

- Aaron Curry's development. Defensive success this season depends on his growth.

 

-Red Bryant at end. I've been wanting to see him get more action since we drafted him. I hear he's been good in practice, lets see how he does against unfriendly competition.

 

- Carroll's hybrid 4-3/3-4 defense. Will we be able to get to the QB this season with smoke and mirrors?

 

-Bates offense. It could be a steaming pile of sh!t and still be an improvement over last season

 

-Mike Williams. It would be GREAT if this worked out.

 

- What has the o-line learned from Gibbs? Of everything that needs improvement over last season, this is what I have the highest hopes for.

 

- Deon Butler, I hear he's looked like a nice deep threat in practice.

 

-Heater Hawthorne. I've given up on Hill, Hawthorne took a big step last season. I hope he can do what Hill never could and make himself better.

 

-Leon Washington's health and role on the team. Hopefully the leg feels good and he's ready to add a little sizzle to offense and special teams.

 

-Cameron Moorah. I've been hearing all about him in practice. Could be one of Ruskell's better draft picks.

 

It's been a long offseason. Lots of changes and upheaval. It's Exciting to finally see the new regime in (semi) action.

[FlaHawker 24]

 

 

-Mike Williams. It would be GREAT if this worked out.

 

Mike Williams gets fresh start with Seahawks

ERIC D. WILLIAMS; Staff writer

Last updated: August 14th, 2010 09:15 AM (PDT)

RENTON – Mike Williams is a talker.

 

Sometimes it’s just nonchalant banter that goes on between players as they walk back to the huddle.

 

Other times it’s boisterous trash talk that colors the intense, one-on-one battles of training camp.

 

And the 6-foot-5, 235-pound receiver doesn’t mince words when he tells the likes of rookie safety Earl Thomas that they can’t cover him.

 

Most times he has been right; Williams has consistently gotten behind the Seahawks secondary for big gains during the first two weeks of camp.

 

“Earl is one of the most competitive guys I’ve been around in a long time,” Williams said. “And so when I’m out here with him and we make a play on those guys, I know I can count on him to be pissed off.

 

“And, of course, I’m going to make fun of that.”

 

Given up as a lost cause and out of the league since 2008, Williams has turned into a reclamation project for Pete Carroll, his former coach at USC and now the head man in Seattle.

 

The Seahawks were one of the teams attempting to woo talented receiver Brandon Marshall, but ultimately they decided the compensatory draft picks Denver demanded were too much to bear.

 

Instead, the team took a calculated risk on the 26-year-old Williams, a player with similar skills but with much less of a pedigree than Marshall – considered one of the top receivers in the NFL.

 

So far the move appears to have paid off. Williams will get his first NFL action in three seasons in Seattle’s first exhibition game against Tennessee tonight at 7 at Qwest Field.

 

With just 44 NFL catches to his credit, Williams understands he has a long ways to go before he commands the kind of respect Marshall has earned around the league.

 

“Don’t do it,” Williams said about the Marshall comparisons. “I can count on my hand how many catches I have in this league, and he’s got 500 or so (327 actually), so don’t do it. We’re both from Florida, so that’s the only thing that you can probably put in the mix. And we both know Jeremy (Seahawks offensive coordinator Jeremy Bates), so other than that I don’t even think about it.

 

“Obviously I would want to do what he did in this offense. But I’m sure he worked his way to the level he’s at, and that’s what I plan to do.”

 

Williams missed two days of training camp this week with a sprained ankle before returning to practice Thursday, but he continued to jaw and have fun with defenders while watching.

 

Bates, who coached Marshall while in Denver, took notice of Williams’ absence and noted that no one has locked down a roster spot.

 

“He can’t be missing practices,” Bates said of Williams. “You’ve got to be out here on the practice field to get better. And he’s just got to find a way. He missed two days, and he came back today (Thursday) and had a strong day.

 

“But for all of the guys, we still have months, so we’re not naming any starters or who’s made the team. So you’ve got to keep grinding. He’s done a great job, but he has to understand this is still a process, and he’s still competing.”

 

Bates’ comments were a not-so-subtle reminder of the issues that led to Williams’ falling out of the league. The 10th overall pick by the Detroit Lions in the 2005 draft, Williams went through three teams in three seasons.

 

Lack of motivation and weight issues were the main culprits. At one point during his final NFL stint with Tennessee in 2008, Williams reportedly ballooned to 270 pounds. But he says the weight issue is under control now.

 

“Weight is one of those things I don’t really think about,” Williams said. “I don’t wake up anymore thinking about it. I know what I want to eat. I know what I need to eat. And I know how to condition myself. That’s kind of one of the many things I’ve put in my past.”

 

Someone who can attest to Williams’ growth is Seahawks wide receiver coach Kippy Brown, who coached Williams while both were in Detroit.

 

“Mike’s always been a terrific athlete,” Brown said. “He’s always been capable. I think Mike has finally made the commitment to do what it takes to be a good football player, and that’s to be in terrific shape.

 

“He’s in the best shape I’ve ever seen him. And he’s more focused than I’ve ever seen him, so we’ll see where that takes him.”

 

So, did it take Williams going through some adversity to get to where he is now?

 

“I’m sure,” Brown said. “Mike’s human. And Mike’s a good person. And you go through things in life – we all do. And I think he reached a point in his life and in his career where he wants to take advantage of his opportunities. He loves football enough to go through what he’s gone through, and I respect him for that.”

 

Williams understands that Deion Branch, T.J. Houshmandzadeh and second-round draft choice Golden Tate are likely the top three receivers on Seattle’s depth chart right now. Tonight begins his chance of finding a role with this team.

 

“I’ve got to really make the most of my opportunities when I get them,” he said. “This is preseason, so it’s a little different. But just to get back into the swing of playing and being in a stadium, that’s going to be a lot of fun. I’m looking forward to it.

 

“I’m way better mentally in understanding the game. And physically I’m just more prepared and in better shape. And moving forward I’m excited to have my chance.”

 

 

 

Read more: http://www.thenewstribune.com/2010/08/14/v-printerfriendly/1301125/slim-chance.html#ixzz0wbcmCQjg

This would be a great, great story if he finally realized his potential.

[FlaHawker 24]

Is it still an exciting time to be a Seahawks fan?

 

just curious.

Exciting and tasty, just like Eggs benedict

[FlaHawker 24]

 

 

 

-Mike Williams. It would be GREAT if this worked out.

 

51 yd TD

[Joey Gladstone 33]

51 yd TD

 

THAT was exciting. Good to see him catching it from Ol Charlie Whitehurst too!!

[phillybear 366]

Maybe it's the severe drunkenness, but I have to say, Whitehurst looks like he could be a serviceable QB in this league. Some good, some bad, but he doesn't look overwhelmed; he just needs to stop throwing behind some of his targets. But serviceable. I like him better than Seneca Wallace for sure. Whodathunkit?

 

When I sober up tomorrow, I'll see if I can make some observations of what I'm seeing. Aside from being happily shocked that we managed to get some pressure on the QB.

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Maybe it's the severe drunkenness, but I have to say, Whitehurst looks like he could be a serviceable QB in this league. Some good, some bad, but he doesn't look overwhelmed; he just needs to stop throwing behind some of his targets. But serviceable. I like him better than Seneca Wallace for sure. Whodathunkit?

 

When I sober up tomorrow, I'll see if I can make some observations of what I'm seeing. Aside from being happily shocked that we managed to get some pressure on the QB.

 

Agreed. Only the preseason but I was bracing for disappointment. Far happier with the job the d-line has done, Bryant, Vickerson and Clemons in particular.

 

Got a ways to go, but so far so good!

[FlaHawker 24]

Agreed. Only the preseason but I was bracing for disappointment. Far happier with the job the d-line has done, Bryant, Vickerson and Clemons in particular.

 

Got a ways to go, but so far so good!

Good:

 

Whitehurst, Williams, J-Force, Okung, Big Red, Vickerson, Clemmons, Wilson, Morrah, Ganther

 

Bad:

 

Hass , Locklear, Tate (rookie jitters?), Curry (ok so when does he start playing like the 4th overall choice?)

 

Ugly:

 

JP Loserman, Julius Jones

[FlaHawker 24]

Nice article by Danny O'Neill on his attemtps to interview the Boz 20 years after his release from the Seahawks. Good, and sad, read.

 

 

The Boz

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Good:

 

Whitehurst, Williams, J-Force, Okung, Big Red, Vickerson, Clemmons, Wilson, Morrah, Ganther

 

Bad:

 

Hass , Locklear, Tate (rookie jitters?), Curry (ok so when does he start playing like the 4th overall choice?)

 

Ugly:

 

JP Loserman, Julius Jones

 

Yeah, Hasselbeck looks done sadly. Locklear has seemed to decline every year. Tate I'm not worried about. Curry I AM worried about. Losman should be cut if he looks that bad again. Julius Jones looked like....Julius Jones. Why can't he be like his brother, just a LITTLE bit!!!

 

I really want to see what Whitey does against first team defenses. He's going to play a lot this year.

 

Is it wrong the bigot in me wanted to see Terril or Nick Reed suckerpunch LaGarrette Blount?

[swirvenirvin 25]

Right now probably:

 

Housh,

Williams,

Branch,

Tate

 

This will change; it's too early.

http://www.fieldgulls.com/2010/8/8/1612556/preliminary-seahawks-depth-chart

 

Williams as in big fat I suck and can't move or catch Williams no way he is #2

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Williams as in big fat I suck and can't move or catch Williams no way he is #2

 

He's looked good in practice and had one of the biggest plays in last night's game. If he's committed he has the size and hands to make a difference. Very slooooow though.

[FlaHawker 24]

Williams as in big fat I suck and can't move or catch Williams no way he is #2

I guess he was fast enough here:

 

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-cant-miss-plays/09000d5d819c2177/Williams-scores-TD-in-return

[Joey Gladstone 33]

<i>Brandon Marshall dropped a pass in the end zone at Dolphins camp Monday, and proceeded to punt the ball over a fence.

Still a knucklehead. Since a dominant start to camp, Marshall has struggled over the last nine days, and had two drops in Miami's preseason opener. Marshall reportedly "brooded" off to the side for the rest of Monday's practice. He did similar things in Broncos camp last year, although that was believed to be due to frustration with his contract. He got paid big time since.</i>

 

Not a big deal, but considering he got everything he wanted despite handling his situation like a complete child last year....considering he is now the highest paid WR in the league....yeah, I'm glad we passed. This is subject to change if/when he puts up 1,500 yards and 15 TDS this season.

[FlaHawker 24]

<i>Brandon Marshall dropped a pass in the end zone at Dolphins camp Monday, and proceeded to punt the ball over a fence.

Still a knucklehead. Since a dominant start to camp, Marshall has struggled over the last nine days, and had two drops in Miami's preseason opener. Marshall reportedly "brooded" off to the side for the rest of Monday's practice. He did similar things in Broncos camp last year, although that was believed to be due to frustration with his contract. He got paid big time since.</i>

 

Not a big deal, but considering he got everything he wanted despite handling his situation like a complete child last year....considering he is now the highest paid WR in the league....yeah, I'm glad we passed. This is subject to change if/when he puts up 1,500 yards and 15 TDS this season.

In the end we HAD to pass. Rebuilding around a WR is foolish, especially with so many holes to fill elsewhere.

[phillybear 366]

Story link

The article is a bit sloppy, seemingly pieced together. I tried to delete some stuff.

 

Another reject joins Seahawks

 

Defensive lineman Kentwan Balmer was traded to the Seattle Seahawks on Monday after a mysterious absence from the San Francisco 49ers over the past week.

The Seahawks will send an undisclosed 2011 draft pick to the Niners. Balmer left the 49ers last Monday for what coach Mike Singletary called personal reasons.

Balmer, the team's first-round draft pick in 2008 out of North Carolina, missed his fifth straight practice Friday before the team traveled to Indianapolis for its exhibition opener against the Colts.

The Niners became disenchanted with their former first-round pick after Balmer left training camp last week for an unexcused period. At the time, team officials remarked that they didn't know where Balmer was and hadn't been in contact with him as of Wednesday. He was not with the team for its preseason opener Sunday, a 37-17 win over Indianapolis.

Balmer's situation with San Francisco came to light the same day a report surfaced from The Raleigh News & Observer stating Balmer was at the center of an expanding NCAA investigation into whether he provided impermissible payments for two University of North Carolina players to travel and attend a training facility in Westlake Village, California in the summer of 2009.

Balmer, a first-round pick selected No. 29 overall in the 2008 draft, had apparently fallen out of favor with stern San Francisco coach Mike Singletary, who relegated the North Carolina product to the third team on the depth chart. Balmer had missed five days of practice and refused to return, leaving the Niners seeking a possible trade to resolve the issue.

 

In two seasons with San Francisco Balmer recorded 40 tackles and no sacks.

 

The Seahawks became a match because they have a person familiar with Balmer’s history in senior personnel executive Scot McCloughan, who drafted Balmer when he served as general manager of San Francisco.

 

“We have strong connections to the 49ers and it is our understanding that Kentwan is ready to play football and in need of a fresh start,” said Seahawks general manager John Schneider.

 

And Seattle has a need for another big defensive lineman with the team’s change to a hybrid 3-4 scheme. Balmer will play the same position that Red Bryant has successfully switched over to as a stout defensive end who offers run support on the edge of the defense.

 

Balmer was expected to arrive in Seattle on Monday night, and will go through a physical before getting out on the practice field. Seattle will have to make a roster move to clear a spot for him.

 

Carroll said Balmer will play some defensive end and some defensive tackle.

 

“He’s got a great lower body,” Carroll said. “He’s real physically capable of standing up against the big O-linemen that we’re going to play in our division. He was active. He’s a good technician. We did a lot of homework on him to understand about his background and in college, and we had good information. And what has happened is in the past as far as we are concerned.”

 

Carroll said Balmer’s arrival does not mean Seattle defensive end Lawrence Jackson – another player who has not lived up to expectations for the team that drafted him – will receive less time when he returns from a hamstring injury. Jackson, drafted one spot ahead of Balmer in 2008 at No. 28 overall by Seattle, is slated to play mainly the Leo, or weakside end position, and could possibly move to the strongside end in certain passing situations.

 

“Lawrence is an outside pass-rush guy more so than Balmer is,” Carroll said. “And Lawrence will be playing at the Leo spot. He could play on the other side when we want him to. But there’s about a 50-pound difference between these two guys – something like that – so they’re a different style football player for us.”

 

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I really liked the Vickerson pick up during the draft, calling him a potential starter at the time. I think this could potentially be a very nice pick for the price paid. The kid has some ability, and Carroll and the staff could fix his head.

[FlaHawker 24]

Story link

The article is a bit sloppy, seemingly pieced together. I tried to delete some stuff.

 

Another reject joins Seahawks

 

Defensive lineman Kentwan Balmer was traded to the Seattle Seahawks on Monday after a mysterious absence from the San Francisco 49ers over the past week.

The Seahawks will send an undisclosed 2011 draft pick to the Niners. Balmer left the 49ers last Monday for what coach Mike Singletary called personal reasons.

Balmer, the team's first-round draft pick in 2008 out of North Carolina, missed his fifth straight practice Friday before the team traveled to Indianapolis for its exhibition opener against the Colts.

The Niners became disenchanted with their former first-round pick after Balmer left training camp last week for an unexcused period. At the time, team officials remarked that they didn't know where Balmer was and hadn't been in contact with him as of Wednesday. He was not with the team for its preseason opener Sunday, a 37-17 win over Indianapolis.

Balmer's situation with San Francisco came to light the same day a report surfaced from The Raleigh News & Observer stating Balmer was at the center of an expanding NCAA investigation into whether he provided impermissible payments for two University of North Carolina players to travel and attend a training facility in Westlake Village, California in the summer of 2009.

Balmer, a first-round pick selected No. 29 overall in the 2008 draft, had apparently fallen out of favor with stern San Francisco coach Mike Singletary, who relegated the North Carolina product to the third team on the depth chart. Balmer had missed five days of practice and refused to return, leaving the Niners seeking a possible trade to resolve the issue.

 

In two seasons with San Francisco Balmer recorded 40 tackles and no sacks.

 

The Seahawks became a match because they have a person familiar with Balmer’s history in senior personnel executive Scot McCloughan, who drafted Balmer when he served as general manager of San Francisco.

 

“We have strong connections to the 49ers and it is our understanding that Kentwan is ready to play football and in need of a fresh start,” said Seahawks general manager John Schneider.

 

And Seattle has a need for another big defensive lineman with the team’s change to a hybrid 3-4 scheme. Balmer will play the same position that Red Bryant has successfully switched over to as a stout defensive end who offers run support on the edge of the defense.

 

Balmer was expected to arrive in Seattle on Monday night, and will go through a physical before getting out on the practice field. Seattle will have to make a roster move to clear a spot for him.

 

Carroll said Balmer will play some defensive end and some defensive tackle.

 

“He’s got a great lower body,” Carroll said. “He’s real physically capable of standing up against the big O-linemen that we’re going to play in our division. He was active. He’s a good technician. We did a lot of homework on him to understand about his background and in college, and we had good information. And what has happened is in the past as far as we are concerned.”

 

Carroll said Balmer’s arrival does not mean Seattle defensive end Lawrence Jackson – another player who has not lived up to expectations for the team that drafted him – will receive less time when he returns from a hamstring injury. Jackson, drafted one spot ahead of Balmer in 2008 at No. 28 overall by Seattle, is slated to play mainly the Leo, or weakside end position, and could possibly move to the strongside end in certain passing situations.

 

“Lawrence is an outside pass-rush guy more so than Balmer is,” Carroll said. “And Lawrence will be playing at the Leo spot. He could play on the other side when we want him to. But there’s about a 50-pound difference between these two guys – something like that – so they’re a different style football player for us.”

 

****************************************88

 

I really liked the Vickerson pick up during the draft, calling him a potential starter at the time. I think this could potentially be a very nice pick for the price paid. The kid has some ability, and Carroll and the staff could fix his head.

This could be revenge for darrell jackson

[Joey Gladstone 33]

I remember liking Balmer's potential going into the 2008 draft. If he ever "gets it" he could be a monster. He could also be out of the league next season. Considering the current makeup of our defensive line, a 6th round choice was well worth finding out.

[FlaHawker 24]

Packers 27 Seahawks 24

 

Good:

 

Hasselbeck-- showed some life, Williams--the guy made a few more nice grabs, Trufant--healthy and looking like the Tru of old, Leon washington--nice to see Leon score, also showed some burst, Housh and Branch--being showcased?

 

Bad:

 

Julius Jones--again, Gus Bradley and the first team D--Why was Bradley retained? , John Carlson--no separation, too many drops

 

Ugly:

 

Aaron Curry--the Bust word can now officially be mentioned. No pass rush skills, no pass coverage skills, the guy looks lost, Okung--high ankle sprain, probably lost for 4-6 weeks (hopefully not but we'll see)

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Even though it's only the preseason, I was very impressed with Bates' playcalling. Looks like it'll be night and day compared to last season.

 

Whitey looked very capable again.

 

Trufant and Josh Wilson look great.

 

That Hagler guy was all over the place. If he keeps it up they will definitely need to find a spot for him.

 

I believe Balmer also hurt his ankle.

 

Deion Butler looked good.

[FlaHawker 24]

 

 

That Hagler guy was all over the place. If he keeps it up they will definitely need to find a spot for him.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHqEUX2Vw6k

 

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EJLmjsnD09w&feature=related

 

[FlaHawker 24]

HAWKTIMUS PRIME

 

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xz8476X0Sew

[phillybear 366]

Aaron Curry--the Bust word can now officially be mentioned. No pass rush skills, no pass coverage skills, the guy looks lost, Okung--high ankle sprain, probably lost for 4-6 weeks (hopefully not but we'll see)

 

You have to remember two things.

 

#1: Curry played his best when Tatupu is in the lineup. And Lofa is not in the lineup. Second, he is just in his 2nd year, and I firmly believe all that coaching this offseason is going to do him a lot of good. I think the kid still has a lot of upside. I don't usually give players this long of a leash. In this case, I think it is warranted.

 

#2: we could be stuck with the albatross contract of Marc Sanchez as our franchise QB. I still thank God we did not get him last year. He is the weak link on a potential Jets Super Bowl team, and fortunately, we can keep our options open rather than be stuck with that no talent assclown.

[nobody 2,581]

So for deep keeper and dynasty purposes what do you guys think is the most likely scenario for Seattle in 2011

 

A. They resign Hasselbeck to a long term contract

B. They tank the season and let Hass walk, and then they draft Jake Locker after going 1-15 by laying down in week 17 against St Louis who enters the game 0-15 and then winning a coin toss after exhausting all other tie breakers.

C. They squeak out a 5-11 season, draft Ryan Mallett and sign Kyle Orton to a two year contract to play while they groom Mallett for the position

D. Hass gets injued in the final preseason game and Whitehurst leads the team to a Super Bowl a al Warner circa 1999.

E. They tank the season to get the first pick, but they lose the pick as a penalty after it is revealed Pete Carrol was secretly paying referees to influence games against them.

[Joey Gladstone 33]

So for deep keeper and dynasty purposes what do you guys think is the most likely scenario for Seattle in 2011

 

A. They resign Hasselbeck to a long term contract

B. They tank the season and let Hass walk, and then they draft Jake Locker after going 1-15 by laying down in week 17 against St Louis who enters the game 0-15 and then winning a coin toss after exhausting all other tie breakers.

C. They squeak out a 5-11 season, draft Ryan Mallett and sign Kyle Orton to a two year contract to play while they groom Mallett for the position

D. Hass gets injued in the final preseason game and Whitehurst leads the team to a Super Bowl a al Warner circa 1999.

E. They tank the season to get the first pick, but they lose the pick as a penalty after it is revealed Pete Carrol was secretly paying referees to influence games against them.

 

Not exactly sure what will go down, but the end result will probably be finishing around 8-8 for the next 10 years. Check the records over the course of the franchise's history...masters of aiming for the middle.

[FlaHawker 24]

Hawks pass on VJAX

 

[phillybear 366]

So for deep keeper and dynasty purposes what do you guys think is the most likely scenario for Seattle in 2011

 

A. They resign Hasselbeck to a long term contract

B. They tank the season and let Hass walk, and then they draft Jake Locker after going 1-15 by laying down in week 17 against St Louis who enters the game 0-15 and then winning a coin toss after exhausting all other tie breakers.

C. They squeak out a 5-11 season, draft Ryan Mallett and sign Kyle Orton to a two year contract to play while they groom Mallett for the position

D. Hass gets injued in the final preseason game and Whitehurst leads the team to a Super Bowl a al Warner circa 1999.

E. They tank the season to get the first pick, but they lose the pick as a penalty after it is revealed Pete Carrol was secretly paying referees to influence games against them.

 

I don't think any tanking is going to happen. The players have responded very well to all the changes Carroll and the front office have made. Besides, I don't think any team in this division is going to win more than 6 games this year, Seattle is likely going to compete for a playoff spot this year. Hasselbeck, if healthy, plays the entire year. Whitehurst competes with Hasselbeck for the starting job next year in training camp, but more likely we cut Hasselbeck in the off season so he can latch on somewhere else.

[Hawkfin 32]

Even though it's only the preseason, I was very impressed with Bates' playcalling. Looks like it'll be night and day compared to last season.

 

Whitey looked very capable again.

 

Trufant and Josh Wilson look great.

 

That Hagler guy was all over the place. If he keeps it up they will definitely need to find a spot for him.

 

I believe Balmer also hurt his ankle.

 

Deion Butler looked good.

How are Trufant and Josh Wilson looking great? They are getting beat every fking pass play and every 3rd down. Two games now and the the first team O's are passing at will against our horrid corners and secondary. Our rookie safety Thomas looks like our best Defense back already to me. (Our Def as a whole is horid everywhere)

[phillybear 366]

How are Trufant and Josh Wilson looking great? They are getting beat every fking pass play and every 3rd down. Two games now and the the first team O's are passing at will against our horrid corners and secondary. Our rookie safety Thomas looks like our best Defense back already to me. (Our Def as a whole is horid everywhere)

 

I'd say the defense looks good against the run. More so because they look fast, small, but fast. That is going to be an issue vs a physical running team going up the middle. But running outside won't be fruitful for other teams. We can't stop the pass. Sure, a healthy LB core could help, but the pass defense looks leaky, just like it has for 4 years or so. While the defensive line got pressure on Tenn, they looked impotent vs Greenbay. The offense looks pretty good, so expect a bunch of high scoring games. Which is good news when you have 6 games against Bradford, Smith, and Leinhart.

[FlaHawker 24]

How are Trufant and Josh Wilson looking great? They are getting beat every fking pass play and every 3rd down. Two games now and the the first team O's are passing at will against our horrid corners and secondary. Our rookie safety Thomas looks like our best Defense back already to me. (Our Def as a whole is horid everywhere)

Seriously, watch the games. Tru and Wilson have looked fine. Kelly Jennings, on the other hand, is getting beat like a drum.

[FlaHawker 24]

We can't stop the pass.

No pass rush, no pass defense.

[Joey Gladstone 33]

Seriously, watch the games. Tru and Wilson have looked fine. Kelly Jennings, on the other hand, is getting beat like a drum.

 

What else is new? Thurmond can't step up soon enough!