Akh's Thoughts: 2nd preseason game

[Moe]

Originally Posted by PyroGenic

Do you think Kevin Mawae could really be a viable starter? I know that he's pro bowl caliber (whatever that merits), but can he contribute to a run zone blocking scheme? I don't think that the Titans used that kind of blocking system, but I could definitely be wrong. Another question that inextricably goes with his age and zone blocking is his ability to move, and the fact that our team is friggin old. Even if Mawae isn't the answer, the fact remains that Rabach is pretty horrendous, unfortunately, and I see the oline being weak between the tackles with soggy guards and an outmatched center. At least he isn't terrible with blocking assignments. Although I'm admittedly unsure how heavily his perspective weighs in on those kinds of decisions.

Maybe he's not such a good idea-
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...e-wants-mawae/

To quote- "According to PFF, Mawae was the worst run-blocking center in the league last season. Pro Football Focus' metrics consider Mawae still a mediocre pass protector, but such a liability for the ground game that, overall, he's just the 30th-ranked veteran at his position."

Ouch.

Was it me, or did the blocking look significantly more atrocious when LJ was in the backfield? I couldn't tell if it was his lack of speed (which makes me question the earlier banter about his ability to excel in the one cut run scheme) or if the blocking just deteriorated by coincidence. Regardless, whenever he was back there, it made me physically ill. He looked like he was running on ice and couldn't gain any bursts of distance. I'm rooting for a sudden youth movement at the RB position .

There were two plays in particular where the blocking stunk; one where Williams got stood up and pushed back and another where Sellers completely whiffed. Outside of that, Johnson looked slow and like he didn't hit the lanes properly or with much intent.

Shanny has been high on Torain and he has shown some promise, but like some others have mentioned, he runs high and that might open him to injury and fumbles (or it might mean bupkis, but it looks strange). IMO, Williams has looked very promising and has produced. It'll be interesting to see what Willie shows this week.

[BurgundyNGold]

Originally Posted by Moe

There were two plays in particular where the blocking stunk; one where Williams got stood up and pushed back and another where Sellers completely whiffed. Outside of that, Johnson looked slow and like he didn't hit the lanes properly or with much intent.

Add in the plays where Sellers decided to block the wrong player or a player away from the hole and the blocking was awful. You'd might as wel go with a 1 back set because Sellers is giving us nothing.

Originally Posted by Moe

Shanny has been high on Torain and he has shown some promise, but like some others have mentioned, he runs high and that might open him to injury and fumbles (or it might mean bupkis, but it looks strange). IMO, Williams has looked very promising and has produced. It'll be interesting to see what Willie shows this week.

Agreed. I think the coaches will have enough to make their decisions after this week.

[akhhorus]

Originally Posted by sinskin

Who needs an eduacation when you can hit the hole without hesitating!

Last time I checked, they don't test for things like a player's knowledge on cartisian materialism lol.

[skins4life24]

Originally Posted by akhhorus

I think he'll be a contributor in the slot because he still has lateral quickness, but based on what I've seen, the days of Moss running successful fly patterns is over(or will be very soon).

The best thing Moss can do in this career right now is improve his route running working with McCardell, if he can run more precise routes I think he can still have a poor man's Wes Welker type year from the slot.

[sinskin]

Originally Posted by akhhorus

Last time I checked, they don't test for things like a player's knowledge on cartisian materialism lol.

By God, pay me 500k a year and i'll hit the hole!!


once!



sidenote: Bet his degree was in Comminications lol

[jaylen]

Anthony Armstrong reminds me of Issac Bruce alittle bit for some reason. I think with him, Moss the te's and we need one more guy to arise and we won't look to bad as wr options. Armstrong could become that unheralded guy to become a star. I hope the last guy is Thomas. The faith in Galloway seems misplaced by the coaches for a player that hasn't been productive in a couple years. So I'm not placing a whole lot on that at all.

[shally]

Originally Posted by jaylen

Anthony Armstrong reminds me of Issac Bruce alittle bit for some reason. I think with him, Moss the te's and we need one more guy to arise and we won't look to bad as wr options. Armstrong could become that unheralded guy to become a star. I hope the last guy is Thomas. The faith in Galloway seems misplaced by the coaches for a player that hasn't been productive in a couple years. So I'm not placing a whole lot on that at all.

might be closer to McKardell, actually.. his best attribute is his route running. i dont think he is as big as Bruce.. he is also 27, so this is likely his last, best shot at making a team

[jaylen]

Originally Posted by shally

might be closer to McKardell, actually.. his best attribute is his route running. i dont think he is as big as Bruce.. he is also 27, so this is likely his last, best shot at making a team

close to bruce Burce was 6'0 185 Armstrong is 5'11 same weight.

I think Armstrong is more of a deep thread than Mccardell was. I got a good feeling about the kid. always needed a shot. bruce ran those great routes as well.

[akhhorus]

Originally Posted by skins4life24

The best thing Moss can do in this career right now is improve his route running working with McCardell, if he can run more precise routes I think he can still have a poor man's Wes Welker type year from the slot.

Thats not a bad thought. Moss is very elusive(why he's always been an effective punt returner) and can outrun slow defenders.

Originally Posted by sinskin

sidenote: Bet his degree was in Comminications lol

lmao, thats cold blooded.

Originally Posted by jaylen

Anthony Armstrong reminds me of Issac Bruce alittle bit for some reason.

I see more Steve Breaston in him.