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Solid day all around. He is sure making it difficult to not like him.

Don't see this happening. Leave themselves two unproven rookie QB's? Just doesn't work.

Good. Young guys can use the reps and would rather make sure SJ is 110% before coming back.

Zach Chibane... I've seen/heard a lot about him. Mike Mayock was raving about Kiko on the John Murphy show yesterday. The days I have been at camp, Kiko has impressed. Flying around 100% and has a nose for the ball. I also love seeing him putting in work after practice too. He seems to poised for a solid rookie campaign.

nicely done maddenboy. Remind me to consult you next year pre-kentucky derby.

So you're saying he was the tallest midget?

I think the increased practice reps won't have a negative effect given that the players and training staff are properly taking care their bodies. This might mean shorter practices during the week or less practice reps for more veteran guys. Along with proper nutrition, I think that pace is not the issue. Marrone has shown an understanding with this concept by cutting most practices shorter than anticipated. It doesn't worry me but it is definitely something I will keep an eye on throughout the season.

4-0 in preseason is all that counts.

I hope he brings the house.

Love these. Seems that were progressing all around the ball. Still wondering about that O-line...

Just keeping my fingers crossed he is the hybrid type LB Pettine needs.

Not sure of the openings around it but the Elmwood strip is what you're looking for as far as bars and food. Also check the Hertle area as well.

If that is the case, who is your reliable eye in sky?

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-shutdown-corner/eli-peyton-manning-rapping-commercial-now-video-182127376.html Enjoy!

Thank you. It would be a disservice to the sport. Never a fan of losing, especially on purpose.

I always liked Sheppard and hoped he would pan out. Glad to see him making a name for himself over there.

Have you seen Alonso play? I wouldn't be so hasty to cast off this kid. Obviously, he is making a mere reference. And a stretch comparing him to a future HOF'er. But coming from a guy who's seen every practice, this comparison may not be that far off. He will never be Ray Lewis, but he sure as heck could turn into a version of our own Ray.

Lots of good points here. Love seeing the passion and opinions. The reason I'm not a fan of the bunch is simple. Spacing. I believe this to be one of the most important parts of a successful offense. With guys like SJ13 and CJ, the need room to work. Bunching them up, and "allowing them room to release" isn't going to be a game changing scheme. I argue that it instead does clogs the field. These players are already professionals at making one man miss. I love watching Stevie come off the ball. Now why would we bundle these guys together and let a zone pick them apart as they release? Many reasons for both opinions. There is no one answer. As many people have stated, it comes down to execution and success. Personally, I think our players belong in space. Open field, one on one. If we think our players are better than theres, line them up and beat them. We do not need the rubs, trickery or gimmicks that a bunch brings. Could it be a package for a few plays a game? Absolutely. However, I think making this a staple in this offense with these many elusive players would be a disservice to their skill set.

Ralph is cheap! Too soon?

Great point.

Man, lotta bunch lovers here on TBD.

Hmmmm very interesting. He was most likely pushing towards free agency anyways

I think you've described it to a 'T'. However, the amount of this formation I've seen was surprising. Unless they were specifically working that formation that day, it seems more of a steady formation than any gimmick

Reshard Jones, Phins Saftey about to bank 8 million annually Can you imagine the look on Byrd's face... http://espn.go.com/blog/afceast/post/_/id/62052/safety-reshad-jones-must-prove-he-is-elite

Agreed. New regime, new start, new cover!