Training Camp starts today

[Chromeburn]

Some updated notes from what I’ve read and heard:

Deon Cain has been up and down. Made some great grabs, had some drops. He should contribute this year in what will be the equivalent of a redshirt freshman year. Also Hooker is a big fan of Cain and said he will be a household name by the end of the year.

Funchess and Ya-sin were going at it in camp. Ya-sin was man coverage the whole time. Ya-sin made some mistakes early then started to shut down Funchess by the end. Getting in perfect position and using those long arms to tip away the ball. Even made a tip interception. Funchess made some nice grabs early over

Okereke has started showing up and making plays. He apparently hit Hines so hard on one play the pop echoed across the whole field.

Brisset looks much improved in camp. Likely because he has actual time to throw. That season he played he never had time. Look forward to seeing him play some. If he does well it will drive his stock up.

Grover Stewart remolded his body and is much leaner and more active as a result.

Eberflus said 5th round pick EJ Speed has been jumping off the practice tape physically. They want to see if they can get him prepared mentally enough to win a starting role. That would have to be at SAM which is only like 15-20 snaps a game. Initially looks like the long shot pick everyone was scratching their head over could work out. A starting LB with a 5th is pretty good. Leonard said he likes watching him and reminds him of himself.

The defense has been dominating the offense in practice. So much so the offense couldn’t even score the other day. Hard to read into that though, especially with Luck out. I will say, we have Speed, Rock, and a Hooker on defense. Gonna be a lot of fun.

[JAFF]

Originally Posted by Chromeburn

Some updated notes from what I’ve read and heard:

Deon Cain has been up and down. Made some great grabs, had some drops. He should contribute this year in what will be the equivalent of a redshirt freshman year. Also Hooker is a big fan of Cain and said he will be a household name by the end of the year.

Funchess and Ya-sin were going at it in camp. Ya-sin was man coverage the whole time. Ya-sin made some mistakes early then started to shut down Funchess by the end. Getting in perfect position and using those long arms to tip away the ball. Even made a tip interception. Funchess made some nice grabs early over

Okereke has started showing up and making plays. He apparently hit Hines so hard on one play the pop echoed across the whole field.

Brisset looks much improved in camp. Likely because he has actual time to throw. That season he played he never had time. Look forward to seeing him play some. If he does well it will drive his stock up.

Grover Stewart remolded his body and is much leaner and more active as a result.

Eberflus said 5th round pick EJ Speed has been jumping off the practice tape physically. They want to see if they can get him prepared mentally enough to win a starting role. That would have to be at SAM which is only like 15-20 snaps a game. Initially looks like the long shot pick everyone was scratching their head over could work out. A starting LB with a 5th is pretty good. Leonard said he likes watching him and reminds him of himself.

The defense has been dominating the offense in practice. So much so the offense couldn’t even score the other day. Hard to read into that though, especially with Luck out. I will say, we have Speed, Rock, and a Hooker on defense. Gonna be a lot of fun.

If he makes the team hes going to play on kick cover and punt cover. Nothing wrong with that

[Chromeburn]

There was a Fountain sigting. He made several catches in camp and apparently a beautiful over the shoulder grab in the corner of the endzone.

[Oldcolt]

We are going to be cutting people that piss off some Colt fans big time including me. Love it

[YDFL Commish]

Originally Posted by Oldcolt

We are going to be cutting people that piss off some Colt fans big time including me. Love it

Yeah, WR4, WR5 may not be what we expect. Hell, I don't know if anything is certain beyond TY and Funchess.

[ChoppedWood]

And out of nowhere- apparently Chester had an exceptional day earlier this week. God bless I hope Luck is a go, if so, we might set new passing records.

[Chromeburn]

Originally Posted by ChoppedWood

And out of nowhere- apparently Chester had an exceptional day earlier this week. God bless I hope Luck is a go, if so, we might set new passing records.

Chester is gonna make the squad. He can play slot or outside. Cain, Fountain, Funchess, Campbell, Pascal cannot play both. The last couple depth slots are going to be with versatile guys likely.

My prediction: TY, Funchess, Rogers, Campbell, Cain
Maybe Foutain or Pascal to PS

[YDFL Commish]

Originally Posted by Chromeburn

Chester is gonna make the squad. He can play slot or outside. Cain, Fountain, Funchess, Campbell, Pascal cannot play both. The last couple depth slots are going to be with versatile guys likely.

My prediction: TY, Funchess, Rogers, Campbell, Cain
Maybe Foutain or Pascal to PS

What an improvement over last season.

[JAFF]

Originally Posted by Chromeburn

Chester is gonna make the squad. He can play slot or outside. Cain, Fountain, Funchess, Campbell, Pascal cannot play both. The last couple depth slots are going to be with versatile guys likely.

My prediction: TY, Funchess, Rogers, Campbell, Cain
Maybe Foutain or Pascal to PS

Is there anyone other than Chester who can reliably catch a punt?

[apballin]

Heading to camp today I’ll post observations later