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Just noting the Jonathon Brooks comment here that he would have to beg to get on the return squad We know there’s a plan for him - I just like to keep hearing it via @Panthers
Pete Carmichael about James Cook: Brings value in the run game AND pass game Was also asked about expanding pass game role: Week to week pending the game plan and matchup but they like getting the ball in his hands Take: This didn’t seem definitive to me, but he did unprompted bring up the pass game abilities before being asked for more so I’ll give some credence to it. Still my RB4.
Mike LaFleur said Carson Beck “operated the offense” I think some may feel that’s a bad response, but that’s actually very much appreciated in this system Something coaches really appreciate - especially from rookies It was a solid debut
Jadarian Price: does not sound like his return is imminent I am not worried about regular season availability, but a guy who hasn’t had a ton of pass pro or route running reps needs practice even as a first rounder With Charbs back sooner than later + Holani filling the 3rd down role (at the very least) + Wilson potentially filling the GL role, we’re carving out a role that lacks immense upside Can he be a 4th round value at a 6th round price? Yes Can he spike at the right times? Yes Hard to...
Ofcourse CMC is out with “tightness” and being “managed” but don’t look past Deebo Samuel getting carries (somewhat out of necessity) The team said he would be a factor as an RB as well recently Via @mattbarrows
Ofcourse CMC is out with “tightness” and being “managed” but don’t look past Deebo Samuel getting carries (somewhat out of necessity) The team said he would be a factor as an RB as well recently Via @mattbarrows
David Blough on Jacory Croskey-Merritt’s pass catching: 1) he’s shown the ability to catch the ball away from his body and we’re pleased with his development in that area 2) would have shown the full clip but it’s cutout on YT 👀 Via @Commanders
Denzel Boston, clearly the starting X, which we’ve been saying for a while - now finally happens at the expense of Jerry Jeudy, who will still be a factor but as stated previously - for now and probably early season KC Concepcion will get more run eventually - Boston always had the clear playing time path bc of his role Via @MaryKayCabot
Denzel Boston, clearly the starting X, which we’ve been saying for a while - now finally happens at the expense of Jerry Jeudy, who will still be a factor but as stated previously - for now and probably early season KC Concepcion will get more run eventually - Boston always had the clear playing time path bc of his role Via @MaryKayCabot
Are we really going to believe everything Mike McDaniel has said? I don’t buy a true 3 way committee (especially one that’s unpredictable), but this is pretty bullish for late dart throws on Kimani Vidal
Chase Brown is going to be featured in a top offense if healthy He’s a solid receiving back and the team is going to go under center to generate more explosives for him in the run game (and probably better efficiency) He’s my RB5 this season Also shoutout to @JoeGoodberry
Tight Ten: Zach Charbonnet Return, Cyrus Allen Hype, & Jayden Higgins Hive | Aug 10 <https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1qKVmyQBdpwxB>
Tight Ten: Zach Charbonnet Return, Cyrus Allen Hype, & Jayden Higgins Hive | Aug 10 <https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1qKVmyQBdpwxB>
Further confirmation on Luther Burden that the belief within the Bears org is that he’ll be back before the regular season Give me the dip on LB - ADPs will probably take a few days to a week to fully reflect based on my research
Been a heavy bull on George Kittle all offseason given all the positive feedback on his injury The minute he’s back at training camp and off PUP the price goes up a ton This was a different area of the Achilles that typically heals better You can have it all AND Kittle
Sean Payton says JK Dobbins is going to be fine with a soft tissue injury Take: I’m still taking him - he’ll probably fall. I expect him to have a similar role to 2025 when he was healthy. When healthy he’ll be playable in weeks where Denver should win.
Everyone's favorite Eli Heidenreich has missed a few practices in a row according to @Steelersdepot Sounds like he's on the outside looking in at a roster spot so far unfortunately
Dan Quinn doesn't value the preseason depth chart much, but does have Luke McCaffrey at WR3 and was asked about it: Can play in the slot and outside Easy to see his ascension Take: This was my super under the radar pick of guy who randomly busts out this year that no one drafts. I would absolutely not draft him, but I could see a way if McLaurin or Diggs get hurt that we're playing him in DFS at min salary. Via @Commanders
It doesn't sound like plans are changing drastically for De'Von Achane per Jeff Hafley: Going to use him out of the backfield as a pass catcher or line him up out wide or as a rusher Take: Everything I read/hear points to Achane as the focal point and still in his do-it-all role. Obviously I am not excited about the offense, but he should get a lot of volume. via @MiamiDolphins
Nick Caley interview with @PSchrags this morning talking all things David Montgomery, Woody Marks, Jayden Higgins, etc: Higgins = kind of lights up talking about him - says hes versatile to play both outside and inside and impact all 3 levels (this is really bullish on Higgins IMO) Monty = "tough as nails", strong leader, highlights both the run and pass game abilities Woody = big jump from rookie season (talks about how good he is in pass pro/blitz pickup) Take: Think Higgins has a real ful...
Sounds like Jim Harbaugh won't play starters until Week 2 and 3 of the preseason, so it will be imperative to see who actually plays Week 1 per @LockedonLAC (Kolar? Gadsden? Njoku? Mitchell? Vidal? Tre Harris?)
Sounds like Jim Harbaugh won't play starters until Week 2 and 3 of the preseason, so it will be imperative to see who actually plays Week 1 per @LockedonLAC (Kolar? Gadsden? Njoku? Mitchell? Vidal? Tre Harris?)
Sounds like Jim Harbaugh won't play starters until Week 2 and 3 of the preseason, so it will be imperative to see who actually plays Week 1 per @LockedonLAC (Kolar? Gadsden? Njoku? Mitchell? Vidal? Tre Harris?)
Additional Cyrus Allen hype per @MattVerderame: Allen is out there with the 1st team over and over again While Worthy and Rashee Rice have been limited/out, he was in there when Worthy was out there Speculation that Cyrus Allen could barely play in preseason, which would be a sign that they really like him Take: Very much paying close attention to preseason snaps for him, though he is coming off injury, so the role may not be as big anyway.
Colston Loveland has drawn internal comparisons (within the Bears) to Travis Kelce per @AlbertBreer Take: All practice reports have been pretty strong for Loveland and we saw the ascension at the end of last season. My bet all summer was if you think Burden ascends, then Loveland can't quite have the uber-smash season (we're talking like 1200+ yards). With Burden missing the next 4-5 weeks (and whatever potential lingering effects), I am more open to the Loveland uber-smash. My argument befo...
We keep hearing it from various sources, but Isaiah Likely seems pretty locked in as a top-2 option for Dart this season Pretty strong buy if you ask me Via @JordanRaanan
A lot to digest on the Giants here: 1) Malik Nabers is likely to return soon 2) Again, a lot of new things for Jaxson Dart 3) Merging of Harbaugh-Nagy-Roman-Callahan offenses Take: I'm glad progress is being shown. I still think it will be challenging for a young QB to absorb how many new things he's being asked to do, even if I like the talent. He's not been a guy I am actively targeting for this season (though I am keeping in in my keeper league). Schedule is actually pretty light to start...
A lot to digest on the Giants here: 1) Malik Nabers is likely to return soon 2) Again, a lot of new things for Jaxson Dart 3) Merging of Harbaugh-Nagy-Roman-Callahan offenses Take: I'm glad progress is being shown. I still think it will be challenging for a young QB to absorb how many new things he's being asked to do, even if I like the talent. He's not been a guy I am actively targeting for this season (though I am keeping in in my keeper league). Schedule is actually pretty light to start...
Commanders projected top 3 RBs: Jacory Croskey-Merritt (also listed as a potential breakout) Rachaad White Kaytron Allen Take: Bill is the ony I'd take above the others given what we've heard about getting him further ingrained into the pass game. @PatKerrane on the Legendary Spike Week pod also mentioned how Y2 RBs typically have breakouts - and its not necessarily obvious players. It's a cheap bet that I've leaned into. Via @NickiJhabvala
Commanders projected top 3 RBs: Jacory Croskey-Merritt (also listed as a potential breakout) Rachaad White Kaytron Allen Take: Bill is the ony I'd take above the others given what we've heard about getting him further ingrained into the pass game. @PatKerrane on the Legendary Spike Week pod also mentioned how Y2 RBs typically have breakouts - and its not necessarily obvious players. It's a cheap bet that I've leaned into. Via @NickiJhabvala
Commanders projected top 3 RBs: Jacory Croskey-Merritt (also listed as a potential breakout) Rachaad White Kaytron Allen Take: Bill is the ony I'd take above the others given what we've heard about getting him further ingrained into the pass game. @PatKerrane on the Legendary Spike Week pod also mentioned how Y2 RBs typically have breakouts - and its not necessarily obvious players. It's a cheap bet that I've leaned into. Via @NickiJhabvala
Dontayvion Wicks seems to have solid chemistry with Jalen Hurts Is definitively a top 3 WR for the Eagles and could be top 2 Take: Wicks is definitely worth a late round flier. Soft tissue injuries for both WRs who could be above him could linger. Via @ZBerm
Right now it sounds like Demario Douglas will factor into 3WR sets and while there’s been reports of him lining up out wide a few times, he will likely be the primary slot Of course I expect a rotation at that WR3 spot with at least Mack Hollins Also Eli Raridon (pass game) and Tanner Arkin (run blocking) seem to be holding off a vet FA addition at TE so far Hunter Henry signed an extension today, so that could push Raridon’s timeline for big impact back a bit
Right now it sounds like Demario Douglas will factor into 3WR sets and while there’s been reports of him lining up out wide a few times, he will likely be the primary slot Of course I expect a rotation at that WR3 spot with at least Mack Hollins Also Eli Raridon (pass game) and Tanner Arkin (run blocking) seem to be holding off a vet FA addition at TE so far Hunter Henry signed an extension today, so that could push Raridon’s timeline for big impact back a bit
Right now it sounds like Demario Douglas will factor into 3WR sets and while there’s been reports of him lining up out wide a few times, he will likely be the primary slot Of course I expect a rotation at that WR3 spot with at least Mack Hollins Also Eli Raridon (pass game) and Tanner Arkin (run blocking) seem to be holding off a vet FA addition at TE so far Hunter Henry signed an extension today, so that could push Raridon’s timeline for big impact back a bit
Right now it sounds like Demario Douglas will factor into 3WR sets and while there’s been reports of him lining up out wide a few times, he will likely be the primary slot Of course I expect a rotation at that WR3 spot with at least Mack Hollins Also Eli Raridon (pass game) and Tanner Arkin (run blocking) seem to be holding off a vet FA addition at TE so far Hunter Henry signed an extension today, so that could push Raridon’s timeline for big impact back a bit
Right now it sounds like Demario Douglas will factor into 3WR sets and while there’s been reports of him lining up out wide a few times, he will likely be the primary slot Of course I expect a rotation at that WR3 spot with at least Mack Hollins Also Eli Raridon (pass game) and Tanner Arkin (run blocking) seem to be holding off a vet FA addition at TE so far Hunter Henry signed an extension today, so that could push Raridon’s timeline for big impact back a bit
Ja’Kobi Lane seems to be the definitive WR3 for the Ravens right now, while Devontez Walker is competing with Elijah Sarratt for additional work per @jeffzrebiec I expect Lane to rise a few rounds over the next week or so If they sit him or have him only play a bit in the preseason, then that price will keep rising Would not draft Walker - am okay with a flier on Sarratt. If Sarratt gets over his leg issue he could also emerge later. We know Bateman has struggled to stay healthy, so there co...
Ja’Kobi Lane seems to be the definitive WR3 for the Ravens right now, while Devontez Walker is competing with Elijah Sarratt for additional work per @jeffzrebiec I expect Lane to rise a few rounds over the next week or so If they sit him or have him only play a bit in the preseason, then that price will keep rising Would not draft Walker - am okay with a flier on Sarratt. If Sarratt gets over his leg issue he could also emerge later. We know Bateman has struggled to stay healthy, so there co...
Probably not a bad thing that Shanahan mentions De’Zhaun Stribling as someone who has to step up with Pearsall out