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Things to watch for in the Preseason Finale

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I was just thinking of some of the things I'd like to see in our last preseason game and thought it might make an interesting thread.

So, in no particular order here is my list:

- I'd like to see better snaps. The C to QB transition has been erratic at best and for a timing based offense a bad snap throws things off.

- I'd like to see some improvement in the short yardage rushing game. While busting out a big gainer is exciting, I'm not interested in that as much as getting 3 yards when we need 2, or 2 yards when we need 1. Show me some power RBs and OL.

- I'd like to see Ezukanma get some 1st quarter snaps. Lets see his rapport with the 1's or 2's.

- By the same token, I need to see more Cam Goode, Gustin, Riley, and Crossen in the first half.

- Teddy needs more snaps. Reach for the Skylar has been fun to watch, but if Bridgewater is going to be our backup, he needs to shake that rust off.

- I want to see McDaniel in a challenge situation, or how he handles a **** call from the refs. I like a coach that works the refs on the sideline as opposed to a guy that has his nose buried in the playsheet. (Ive liked what ive seen so far btw, just need more coachcam.)

Im sure ill think of more, feel free to add to the list, Im curious what everyone else is looking for.
 
greasyObnoxious said:
i dont expect to see much from the 1's and 2' at all in the last game. the joint practices with the Eagles this week will be more telling in that regard.
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Agree, but I think the oline will see some time (Sans armstead.) They need the reps.

I think Tua gets the opening series again as well, but I wouldnt expect to see Hill or Waddle. Id love to see Ezukanma with Tua in the opening drive.

I do think Teddy gets the bulk of the reps though.
 
Avigatorx said:
Agree, but I think the oline will see some time (Sans armstead.) They need the reps.

I think Tua gets the opening series again as well, but I wouldnt expect to see Hill or Waddle. Id love to see Ezukanma with Tua in the opening drive.

I do think Teddy gets the bulk of the reps though.
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They are going to hide Tua’s helmet then wrap him in bubble wrap.
 
I think the last preseason game is more important for all the behind-the-scenes planning, organization, and travel rituals the team needs to get comfortable with. On the field, I would not expect many starters. I would give Teddy the bulk of the game and keep Skylar and Tua on the bench. Heck, I wouldn't mind if Tua helped with the playcalls on the sideline.
 
Avigatorx said:
I dunno. If they were worried about that, I think they would have sat him last week.
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They played him last week to give him a little action. There is ferry little good that can happen if he plays. There a far more bad things that can happen. Just think if you where McDaniel and you lost your QB for the season just to see one drive on the last preseason game.
 
greasyObnoxious said:
i dont expect to see much from the 1's and 2' at all in the last game. the joint practices with the Eagles this week will be more telling in that regard.
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I agree. Based on the use of the projected starters in the first two preseason games, I will be surprised if the majority of the starters play more than one series, if at all.

This will likely be like every other last preseason game in which the coaches rest the starters for the regular season while the future Fedex employees are given one last chance to show they at least deserve a spot on the practice squad.
 
Gsmack_42 said:
They played him last week to give him a little action. There is ferry little good that can happen if he plays. There a far more bad things that can happen. Just think if you where McDaniel and you lost your QB for the season just to see one drive on the last preseason game.
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I dont disagree, but sometimes these decisions are out of the coach's hands. It's a home game again, which I think factors into this. Teams seem to play their starters for a series at home.

Football is a violent sport by nature, these guys can get hurt on every single play. If you are frightened that someone will get hurt, perhaps they shouldnt be playing at all.

There is a balancing act here. He very well may not play, but since he sat out the first game and only ran 2 drives last week, I think he sees a drive this week as well. If not, no big loss, but I wouldnt be certain he sits.
 
Avigatorx said:
I dont disagree, but sometimes these decisions are out of the coach's hands. It's a home game again, which I think factors into this. Teams seem to play their starters for a series at home.

Football is a violent sport by nature, these guys can get hurt on every single play. If you are frightened that someone will get hurt, perhaps they shouldnt be playing at all.

There is a balancing act here. He very well may not play, but since he sat out the first game and only ran 2 drives last week, I think he sees a drive this week as well. If not, no big loss, but I wouldnt be certain he sits.
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Speaking of worrying about player injury, I have zero concern about Tua getting injured. I don’t waste time worrying about that kinda ****…if it happens, it happens…worrying has zero Impact.

One thing that gives hope on Tua’s health, however, is his conditioning and strength gains from his rookie season to now…he’s looking fairly stout, and there’s visual evidence that he is finally fully recovered from the hip injury. I personally believe this is the first time he’s “ready” to be a starting QB.
 
Avigatorx said:
THAT would be nice! Ill admit, ive been hopeful for him, but damn, im almost ready to write him off.
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Agree. It feels like he's close to being cut. That Alexander is done for the season might help him stick. But time is ticking.
 
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