Anthony Montgomery

[freddyg12]

all good points about AM. Like Matty said, nobody's voting him to the pro bowl already. If this story is an accurate depiction of his commitment then maybe we can at least count on him to get some snaps in the rotation. GW likes to sub based on what 'package' it is, so it seems there is ample opportunity for the guy to get some time even if he's not a starter.

I think the thing to get excited about in this story is that for a change, one of our late draft picks may be shaping up & becoming a decent, if not good, pro. It was good news last year that Golston & Montgomery made the roster & got some time. If both improve, we've got to be happy w/that. I would love to see these guys become Butz/Daryl Grant, those two guys anchored the d-line for years. While unspectacular, they were solid.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Right now he won't be the starter so I just want him to be a good rotation DT that can come in and play well when his name is called. The starters are Griffin and Golston with Salave'a and MOntegomery coming off the bench. If we can keep them healthy and rotation them actively and they play well we should be fine.

[Gmanc711]

I do remember watching this guy in Minnesota because we tend to get a lot of big ten games here, and I was suprised that he was drafted at the point in the draft that he was. Its encouraging to hear that he is much more focused and willing to work at this point. He seems to have a lot of raw talent. If the development of Golston continues, that draft could turn out to be a pretty good one for our defensive line, and a huge reason why maybe we passed on the dline this draft.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

Originally Posted by Gmanc711

I do remember watching this guy in Minnesota because we tend to get a lot of big ten games here, and I was suprised that he was drafted at the point in the draft that he was. Its encouraging to hear that he is much more focused and willing to work at this point. He seems to have a lot of raw talent. If the development of Golston continues, that draft could turn out to be a pretty good one for our defensive line, and a huge reason why maybe we passed on the dline this draft.

Now if Justin Hickman can become a good situational pass rusher, it would be GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[EXoffender]

Originally Posted by 12thMan

Wouldn't it be something if Montgomery and Golston were both starting around mid-season.

Very likely. Golston said to me at the 'Skins Beach Blitz that "there were guys working hard [to take his spot on the DL]". Which initially came across as being humble but, possibly now a lot more clear. Golston's build and pass rushing ability is similiar to Griffin's. And it seems more effective to have an anchor type DT playing alongside either of them as supposed to starting both. With Evans in the mix, and as the Montgomery news promises, we could have a nice rotation. As 'old' as Daniels is, he does know how to make good use of what's in the tank.

[EXoffender]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I'm glad to hear Montgomery is taking his job seriously and finally giving it a full effort. To have the opportunity to play in the NFL and still have the reputation of being a poor worker, lacking intensity and desire, and taking plays off is a shame. He did it in college and it carried over to his rookie year. Most males would love the opportunity and talent he has been blessed with. I'm not going to pat the guy on the back for doing what is expected of every player privileged enough to pay in the NFL- giving 100%. Lose fat, put on muscle, study the plays, be intense, show up for offseason workouts- welcome to football. It's a game, but it's also a job- and a lucrative one at that. Hopefully (and I wont be sold until I see full effort CONSISTENTLY) he'll shed the underachiever label sooner rather than later. We need him this year big time.

This guy sounds so much like Alan Branch coming out of college but, without a lot talent around him. To those who doubt what could become of Montgomery should consider Blache's track record. our OL and DL coaches have proven to make names for underachievers.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by EXoffender

This guy sounds so much like Alan Branch coming out of college but, without a lot talent around him. To those who doubt what could become of Montgomery should consider Blache's track record. our OL and DL coaches have proven to make names for underachievers.

Hey may have tons of potential, but like I said, I'll believe it when I see it. Potential never got anyone anywhere. I am glad to hear that he has been working hard. But it's a lot easier to work hard in the offseason than it is to keep up that ethic and intensity through training camp, pre and regular season.

[EARTHQUAKE2689]

I just want us to have a healthy active DT rotation during the regular season.