Redskins_P presents Best Training Camp Battle

SmootSmack · 05-22-2007, 04:23 PM

Even though some starters have been named (Rocky) we all know that things could change come August, and sometimes the best battles are within the team not against other teams. With that in mind which battle do you think will be the tightest competition:

Will it be the battle for the starting OLB alongside MW, the battle for starting safety opposite Taylor, the battle for #2 receiver, and so on?

Vote or 12thMan will make not so subtle semi-uncomfortable passes at you throughout the board.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-22-2007, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Even though some starters have been named (Rocky) we all know that things could change come August, and sometimes the best battles are within the team not against other teams. With that in mind which battle do you think will be the tightest competition:

Will it be the battle for the starting OLB alongside MW, the battle for starting safety opposite Taylor, the battle for #2 receiver, and so on?

Vote or 12thMan will make not so subtle semi-uncomfortable passes at you throughout the board.

ok i voted 12th leave me alone

Schneed10 · 05-22-2007, 04:29 PM

It's definitely that 2nd CB spot. Whoever emerges victorious in that battle is going to be counted on to hold up in coverage to allow the strong safety to flex down towards the line of scrimmage.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-22-2007, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Schneed10

It's definitely that 2nd CB spot. Whoever emerges victorious in that battle is going to be counted on to hold up in coverage to allow the strong safety to flex down towards the line of scrimmage.

exactly

Southpaw · 05-22-2007, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Schneed10

It's definitely that 2nd CB spot. Whoever emerges victorious in that battle is going to be counted on to hold up in coverage to allow the strong safety to flex down towards the line of scrimmage.

I still don't think there's a chance in hell that Rogers loses his spot.

Schneed10 · 05-22-2007, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Southpaw

I still don't think there's a chance in hell that Rogers loses his spot.

Really? Why?

Southpaw · 05-22-2007, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Schneed10

Really? Why?

Williams puts a premium on tackling and Rogers is a great tackler. His coverage skills still need work, but Smoot is not head and shoulders above Rogers at this point in his career.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-22-2007, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Southpaw

Williams puts a premium on tackling and Rogers is a great tackler. His coverage skills still need work, but Smoot is not head and shoulders above Rogers at this point in his career.

smoot played for williams before

Skins_4_Lyfe · 05-26-2007, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Southpaw

Williams puts a premium on tackling and Rogers is a great tackler. His coverage skills still need work, but Smoot is not head and shoulders above Rogers at this point in his career.

Well "Williams" needs to rethink his priorities because apparently Williams didn't like the way Walt Harris tackled either.
What an arrogant ass...

Crazyhorse1 · 05-27-2007, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Schneed10

It's definitely that 2nd CB spot. Whoever emerges victorious in that battle is going to be counted on to hold up in coverage to allow the strong safety to flex down towards the line of scrimmage.

I totally disagree. There's no way Smoot will effectively challenge Rogers. The Smoot of a few years back? Yes. This one? No. Smoot's clearly a backup now and lucky to be one.

Defensewins · 05-27-2007, 08:58 PM

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I totally disagree. There's no way Smoot will effectively challenge Rogers. The Smoot of a few years back? Yes. This one? No. Smoot's clearly a backup now and lucky to be one.

I strongly agree. Smoot is not a #1 or #2 CB. He is a good #3. He is very thin little guy and thus not very strong at supporting against the run. He used to be a good man to man CB. He is not the CB he used to be.
In the last two seasons they have both had very similar years statistically. The difference is Rogers is a young/raw corner still learning the game, the other (Smoot) is a 7 year veteran that statistically has seen his career regress each season of his career. His rookie year was his best.

70Chip · 05-22-2007, 04:31 PM

I think Lemar can still play outside at a high level. To me the onus is on Rock to prove he can do the same. He's still something of an unknown quantity.

Southpaw · 05-22-2007, 04:31 PM

You forgot Brunell vs Campbell...

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 05-22-2007, 04:32 PM

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You forgot Brunell vs Campbell...

yeah that is a big one

Schneed10 · 05-22-2007, 04:34 PM

I'd say the strong safety spot is big in terms of impact to the team, but it seems that GW has already indicated that "based on what he's seen so far, it won't be long before Landry is starting."

So the heat seems to have been taken away from that one.

View Poll Results: Fiercest Camp Battle
LeMar vs. Rocky	55	33.54%
Smoot vs. Rogers	63	38.41%
Landry vs. Prioleau, Fox, Stoutmire, etc.	26	15.85%
Brunell vs. Collins	1	0.61%
Lloyd vs. Randle El	13	7.93%
Other (explain)	6	3.66%
Voters: 164. You may not vote on this poll

05-22-2007, 04:31 PM	#12
70Chip Playmaker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Manassas Age: 54 Posts: 3,048	Re: Redskins_P presents Best Training Camp Battle I think Lemar can still play outside at a high level. To me the onus is on Rock to prove he can do the same. He's still something of an unknown quantity. __________________ This Monkey's Gone to Heaven

05-22-2007, 04:31 PM	#13
Southpaw The Starter Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: So. MD Age: 47 Posts: 1,319	Re: Redskins_P presents Best Training Camp Battle You forgot Brunell vs Campbell...

05-22-2007, 04:34 PM	#15
Schneed10 A Dude Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Newtown Square, PA Age: 46 Posts: 12,458	Re: Redskins_P presents Best Training Camp Battle I'd say the strong safety spot is big in terms of impact to the team, but it seems that GW has already indicated that "based on what he's seen so far, it won't be long before Landry is starting." So the heat seems to have been taken away from that one. __________________ God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.

05-22-2007, 04:23 PM	#1
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Redskins_P presents Best Training Camp Battle Even though some starters have been named (Rocky) we all know that things could change come August, and sometimes the best battles are within the team not against other teams. With that in mind which battle do you think will be the tightest competition: Will it be the battle for the starting OLB alongside MW, the battle for starting safety opposite Taylor, the battle for #2 receiver, and so on? Vote or 12thMan will make not so subtle semi-uncomfortable passes at you throughout the board. __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

05-22-2007, 04:29 PM	#3
Schneed10 A Dude Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Newtown Square, PA Age: 46 Posts: 12,458	Re: Redskins_P presents Best Training Camp Battle It's definitely that 2nd CB spot. Whoever emerges victorious in that battle is going to be counted on to hold up in coverage to allow the strong safety to flex down towards the line of scrimmage. __________________ God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.

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