Thoughts on the game:
Much as I hate to say it, K Martin had a good showing last night. So far, he hasn't done anything to suggest he shouldn't make the team. Did well on his returns and as a receiver. I'm hoping he doesn't turn into the disappointing mediocre slug I've seen in the past when the real bullets start flying. One alternative could be....
Labhart. I thought he looked good in his opportunities. Nice little punt return. Shifty guy. I wasn't a fan initially but I am now. My other underdog favorite Lacoltan Bester, just hasn't had that many targets/opportunities, yet. Preseason game #4 might be the only time some of these guys get chances. Hoping one or both make it to (at least) the PS.
I thought DE Lawrence Sidbury looked good. Played hungry - like a guy looking for a job. His stats say he was a 4-year backup w/Atlanta. Didn't play last year (injury?) but had 4 sacks in 2011.
Fitz looked like a different person this week. And I think Keenum is showing growth as a QB despite the INT. That INT could've had several outcomes so I can't fault the vertical throw (does Fitz have the arm to even attempt that?). Savage - still a work in progress. I keep waiting to see him show off that big arm. Based on this game, I would be comfortable with all three QB's on the 53.
There were a number of other players who had shining moments but Atlanta's depth might be worse than ours. The real test will be in the "dress rehearsal" against Denver on Saturday and to a lesser extent, the 49'ers the following Thursday.
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