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#61
08-29-2010, 01:05 AM
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This was a fun game even though it didnt count. I know it wont be this easy once the Boys get their 2 injured O-line starters back along with Dez Bryant..... Im praying that we get a good start to the season.
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#62
08-29-2010, 08:45 AM
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This looks so much like last weeks game in NOLA it's wierd, except that we're handing out the butt-stomping. Only preseason but encouraging to end on a positive note, as I expect the 1s to barely break a sweat in the preseason finale Thursday.
I don't think we suffered any injuries ? I do wonder why Slaton played so little ?
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#63
08-29-2010, 10:54 AM
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#65
08-29-2010, 02:40 PM
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Had to leave after three quarters but I did not notice any serious injuries. That would be the best news along with our D's intensity. The CBS people stressed how the Cowboys only use vanilla offense and defense packages in the pre-season, which would be smart to do when you're going to turn around and play the same team a month later but the difference in intensity between the two teams was noticeable throughout.
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#66
08-29-2010, 06:35 PM
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re: injuries, I heard Slaton has a bruised toe (not serious) and that K Brown had a little flare up of the plantar facitis that (apparently) has been bugging him...
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#67
09-01-2010, 06:53 AM
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Film Study: O-Line Graded out vs. Dallas
Joyfully, I just concluded my first review, via DVR, of the Cowboy game from Saturday night. In addition to the interior O-line, I decided to also grade the starting tackles. I used the identical grading system to track each player. First, I will give you some raw data and then discuss more about the specifics of each performance. I graded each lineman each play with a score between +2 and -2. I weeded out plays like end arounds and unsuccessful screen passes, where the performance of the offensive line was largely irrelevant. So, here you go: The first team offensive line: Wade Smith, CMyers, ACaldwell all played26 graded snaps together and Caldwell was then replaced for 17 snaps with Mike Brisiel. In all, I graded out six offensive linemen: Chris Myers, Antoine Caldwell, Mike Brisiel, Wade Smith, Duane Brown, and Eric Winston. Antoine Cladwell: in 26 plays totalled +28… He scored +17 in 12 pass plays and +11 in 14running plays. He was very steady in the run game and was dominate in pass protection. I thought he played a great game. Through three games of grading Caldwell, I would conclude that he is highly proficient as a pass blocker, solid playside run blocker, and mediocre executing backside cuts on run plays. Regarding screens, the sample is too small. Chris Myers: in 43 plays, he totalled +15. He was +9 in 21 pass plays and +6 in 22 run plays. He was consistent as a pass blocker and held up the pocket well, though he did get beat badly once on a swim move. He looks quite good on the move and on the second level, though he could’ve been called for holding a couple times and he was called for it on the first Foster TD run. Overall, my impression is that he looks better than he did last season. My guess is he is healthier, the running backs are improved, and he has better guard play next to him. Wade Smith: in 43 plays, Smith received a total of +14. On 21 passes, he earned +8. On 21 run plays, he earned +6. Smith can whiff and can also get bull-rushed. However, his athleticism is evident and I think he looks very good on the move (either pulling or reaching the second level). He has essentially been named week one starter over Kasey Studdard. I was hopeful going into camp that would happen. However, I think the two have played fairly equitably. The difference may be that Smith is much better on the back side of plays, which is important at LG (because the right side is usually the strong side/playside on zone runs). Mike Brisiel: in 17 plays at RG, Brisiel received a total of +9. In 8 pass plays, he earned a +4. In 9 run plays, he earned +5. Brisiel was very physical and active. He certainly isn’t bad. However, the guy clutches, grabs, kicks, trips… to get the job done and still, IMO, is not nearly as effective as Antoine Caldwell. I have to believe that the “competition” at RG is a roos and is some sort of show of respect towards Brisiel and/or motivation for Caldwell. Duane Brown: in 43 plays, Brown received a total of +19. On 21 passes, he earned +12. On 21 run plays, he earned +7. Brown’s athleticism really shows up. He can recover from awkward positions in pass protection and is beastly on the move on the second and even third levels on runs/screen passes. He did a solid job against Ware but struggled to complete some backside cuts that prevented opportunities for big plays in the run game. Eric Winston: in 43 plays, Winston received a total of +32. On 21 passes, he earned +17. On 22 run plays, he earned +15. Winston can absolutely maul his opponent. On one play, he caved in the entire left side of the defensive line. He can sometimes struggle with speed rushers and will likely have some issues with Mathis/Freeney in week one, but he is a near dominate run blocker and is at least solid in pass protection. I think there will be a lot of big plays in the run game off the right tackle this season. The offense and line as a whole looked so good that is was difficult to grade. They really did dominate in the game. Assuming Caldwell and Wade Smith start week one at guard, this is an O-line that will seldom be outmatched with athleticism. Therefore, even if a lapse or two occur, it is a group that can, at any point, provide opportunities for big plays in both the run and pass. I am also encouraged by the depth this season. Rashod Butler, Kasey Studdard, Mike Brisiel, and Shelley Smith provide a very solid bench of O-linemen. By the way, I do not buy the story that Brisiel may beat out Caldwell at RG. Brisiel will be the C/G backup in week one… I’m quite sure of that! Texans Bull Blog... Links to the grades for N.O and Arizona are at the bottom of the page.
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