Kelly starts the season as #2 WR

53Fan · 09-09-2009, 06:35 PM

I think this is great news! Just what we need. DT and Marko should get plenty of playing time also and ARE goes to the slot. I'm getting more excited all the time......if that's possible.

Marko and Kelly on the field at the same time? Priceless! If they keep doubling Moss...they will pay!

The Goat · 09-09-2009, 06:56 PM

This is fantastic news. Kelly must be showing just tons of maturity and promise etc. Do you guys remember how much he was respected in the OK locker room? Looks like the same is happening here.

A little disappointed Devin hasn't established himself but like others said he'll get action here.

Paintrain · 09-10-2009, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by The Goat

This is fantastic news. Kelly must be showing just tons of maturity and promise etc. Do you guys remember how much he was respected in the OK locker room? Looks like the same is happening here.

A little disappointed Devin hasn't established himself but like others said he'll get action here.

I think that it's being twisted around a little to say that Thomas didn't establish himself like the others this preseason. Thomas and Kelly had almost identical production (7 catches, 69 yards for Kelly to 7 catches, 67 yards for Thomas) and Mitchell just came out of seemingly nowhere to be everywhere but Thomas caught virtually everything thrown his way, showed confidence and explosiveness as a KR and we didn't hear anything "bad" about him.

Kelly was a more polished and productive WR coming out of college so he should be ahead of Thomas on the field. They both are going to be much improved and will make our passing game more potent.

NYCskinfan82 · 09-10-2009, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Paintrain

I think that it's being twisted around a little to say that Thomas didn't establish himself like the others this preseason. Thomas and Kelly had almost identical production (7 catches, 69 yards for Kelly to 7 catches, 67 yards for Thomas) and Mitchell just came out of seemingly nowhere to be everywhere but Thomas caught virtually everything thrown his way, showed confidence and explosiveness as a KR and we didn't hear anything "bad" about him.

Kelly was a more polished and productive WR coming out of college so he should be ahead of Thomas on the field. They both are going to be much improved and will make our passing game more potent.

Agree 100%, the 2008 draft they knew Kelly had a knee problem, that's why they took DT first they figured everyone knew MK has a knee problem so he will be there later so take DT know and MK later. I'm not trying to make an excuse for DT but i think they looked at it that way. JC threw balls at him prior to the draft so you know they wanted him.

The Goat · 09-10-2009, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Paintrain

I think that it's being twisted around a little to say that Thomas didn't establish himself like the others this preseason. Thomas and Kelly had almost identical production (7 catches, 69 yards for Kelly to 7 catches, 67 yards for Thomas) and Mitchell just came out of seemingly nowhere to be everywhere but Thomas caught virtually everything thrown his way, showed confidence and explosiveness as a KR and we didn't hear anything "bad" about him.

Kelly was a more polished and productive WR coming out of college so he should be ahead of Thomas on the field. They both are going to be much improved and will make our passing game more potent.

Good point Paintrain. What I see when I watch Kelly and Devin is the kind of elite physical skills and athletic ability Devin has, while Kelly definitely has more developed WR skills right meow. I guess I still think long run Devin has more upside but his development is the critical thing.

MTK · 09-10-2009, 08:42 AM

Good for Kelly. He's obviously worked hard for this, coming back from microfracture surgery and all.

EARTHQUAKE2689 · 09-10-2009, 09:52 AM

I say Kelly scores on Sunday 55 yard play action

jdlea · 09-10-2009, 09:58 AM

Really glad to see Malcolm get the starting job. He's looked great so far. I hope he stays healthy.

Also, I hope this motivates Devin to push Moss/Randle El for their jobs next season.

Regardless, I think Zorn is going to utilize all 5 receivers during games this season. I think we'll see a lot of different packages where guys are coming in and out based on down, distance and playcall.

roth74va · 09-10-2009, 10:28 AM

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Regardless, I think Zorn is going to utilize all 5 receivers during games this season. I think we'll see a lot of different packages where guys are coming in and out based on down, distance and playcall.

I dont think Mitchell will see the reps that the other 4 will, but they gotta give him some chances to catch the ball. As for Thomas, I know they have talked about ARE in the slot, but I think we will see Moss in the slot as well, with Thomas/Kelly on the outsides. When we go shotgun with 4-wide, I really think things will get interesting. Thats alot of weapons out there, we just gotta give JC time to find someone. Cant wait till Sunday!!!!

Redskin Warrior · 09-10-2009, 11:27 AM

I'm very excited about this news he only caught like what 4 catches last year. I believe he will double that in the first game against the NY Se-Men 8 rec. 92 yds 1 td

artmonkforhallofamein07 · 09-10-2009, 11:36 AM

This is a great thing for our franchise. This is going to be a feared WR corps in a few weeks. Right now no one knows what is about to smack them in the face, by week 8 they will be feared. I'm so pumped about this team. We are going to be damn good. Look out NFC east.

SFREDSKIN · 09-10-2009, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by artmonkforhallofamein07

This is a great thing for our franchise. This is going to be a feared WR corps in a few weeks. Right now no one knows what is about to smack them in the face, by week 8 they will be feared. I'm so pumped about this team. We are going to be damn good. Look out NFC east.

The best part is that even our 5th receiver will contribute and be solid and let's not forget our 2 TE's.

Zerohero · 09-10-2009, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by SFREDSKIN

The best part is that even our 5th receiver will contribute and be solid and let's not forget our 2 TE's.

Exactly, i think Cooley is gonna have his best year this year.

artmonkforhallofamein07 · 09-10-2009, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SFREDSKIN

The best part is that even our 5th receiver will contribute and be solid and let's not forget our 2 TE's.

Another person would benefit is.... Portis. He will get some better looks. With the better looks maybe he could be a big play back again. Big play as in a TD run or runs of more than 20-30 yards.

CultBrennan59 · 09-10-2009, 11:38 AM

can't wait to see how he does this weekend...Stay Healthy Malcolm!

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09-10-2009, 08:42 AM	#6
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09-10-2009, 09:58 AM	#8
jdlea Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Arlington, VA Age: 41 Posts: 3,109	Re: Kelly starts the season as #2 WR Really glad to see Malcolm get the starting job. He's looked great so far. I hope he stays healthy. Also, I hope this motivates Devin to push Moss/Randle El for their jobs next season. Regardless, I think Zorn is going to utilize all 5 receivers during games this season. I think we'll see a lot of different packages where guys are coming in and out based on down, distance and playcall.

09-10-2009, 11:36 AM	#11
artmonkforhallofamein07 Pro Bowl Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Charleston , SC Posts: 5,001	Re: Kelly starts the season as #2 WR This is a great thing for our franchise. This is going to be a feared WR corps in a few weeks. Right now no one knows what is about to smack them in the face, by week 8 they will be feared. I'm so pumped about this team. We are going to be damn good. Look out NFC east. __________________ Just win.

09-09-2009, 06:56 PM	#2
The Goat Pro Bowl Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,662	Re: Kelly starts the season as #2 WR This is fantastic news. Kelly must be showing just tons of maturity and promise etc. Do you guys remember how much he was respected in the OK locker room? Looks like the same is happening here. A little disappointed Devin hasn't established himself but like others said he'll get action here. __________________ 24-34

09-10-2009, 11:38 AM	#15
CultBrennan59 Pro Bowl Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 6,526	Re: Kelly starts the season as #2 WR can't wait to see how he does this weekend...Stay Healthy Malcolm!

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