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DEL.ICIO.USBest run-blocker’s ability to play in doubt
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Guard Kynan Forney (shoulder), defensive end John Abraham, linebacker Ed Hartwell (knees) practiced today and were listed as questionable on the Falcons injury report. Coach Jim Mora said they’ve all shown encouraging signs that they’ll all be able to play Sunday against the Giants.
That’s not news, in regards to Abraham and Hartwell, who have practiced recently and shown signs that they are ready to go.
In regards to Forney, who got hurt in a 32-10 victory over Arizona, it is in the Falcons’ best interest to have him in the lineup if he’s able to play. He’s their most physically dominant run blocker, especially straight ahead, when the zone-blocking scheme isn’t called upon.
The thing is, his left shoulder popped out of place against the Cardinals, so his ability to gain and then sustain strength will be tested over the week. So will his ability to consistently be able to deliver a blow. Atlanta is going against a pretty solid defensive front and if they can’t establish the run, there could be some problems.
Comments
By rian
October 11, 2006 04:06 PM | Link to this
Losing Kynan would be a huge blow to the running game, and his pass protection skills will be missed alot also.
Steve, any word on whether we could expect to see Tyson Clabo, Austin King, or even Quinn in Forneys place?
By Steve Wyche
October 11, 2006 04:31 PM | Link to this
Rian, Thanks for checking in. If Forney can’t play, Austin King would fill in. He stepped in for Forney when Kynan went down against the Cardinals.
By Steve Wyche
October 11, 2006 04:33 PM | Link to this
Sorry everyone, it was Forney’s right shoulder that dislocated. Not his left.
By mountain_jim
October 11, 2006 04:35 PM | Link to this
Steve, any word on why your column, Knapp presses to cure offense - By Jeff Schultz The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 10/10/06
was deleted from the AJC sports and Falcons pages?
By larry w.
October 11, 2006 04:39 PM | Link to this
I sure hope that we can stay away from the sustained injuries for the remainder of the season.
By Darrin C. Niblack
October 11, 2006 06:35 PM | Link to this
Man, I did not know it was this serious. As much as would like Forney in there, just like with Abraham- “it’s a marathon and not a sprint”. Rather the season, than ONE game. That’s what the bench is for. No team that I can remember won the SB without being able to replace a guy. Having said that, even though it sounds very painful and serious, I do not know how much this can affect someone technically. But I also know how shaky our OL has been (even though there have been improvements)and believe any blow to OUR line is trouble. Get well Forney REAL soon…..
By L.J.
October 11, 2006 06:43 PM | Link to this
Steve,
When I watched a replay of the play on which Forney got hurt, it appeared as if the Cardinals player intentionally yanked on his arm and pulled him down. Was that the case? And if so, is that being looked in to?
Thanks
By mountain_jim
October 11, 2006 06:48 PM | Link to this
My error in attributing the (deleted due to politics?) column to Steve here (in his blog) when it was Jeff’s…
By midniterider
October 11, 2006 09:25 PM | Link to this
Abe will not play 10 games for the birds he is injury prone and so is Heartwell dead weight
By e.b.
October 11, 2006 09:43 PM | Link to this
Abraham will indeed play 10 games, and he’ll gobble many QB’s along the way.
By midniterider
October 11, 2006 10:13 PM | Link to this
I hope your right e b but from what ive read and heard out nj i dont see it but i hope im worng cuz when hes in there hes a great player
By Nunna Yo Biznezz
October 11, 2006 10:16 PM | Link to this
Hey Steve.. I just like the quick interactions that u are doing with the blog..The dialogue,and feedback is great..
Thanx..
Can u release my family now??? LOL
By Red-Bird
October 11, 2006 11:43 PM | Link to this
The chatter about Abraham is much ado about nothing. When Abraham finally makes his return, he will be out and done for the season shortly thereafter. He has a history of groin problems and it will not take much to re-agravate it. The Falcons should continue preparing without him.
By Nikki
October 12, 2006 05:16 AM | Link to this
I’ll believe Hartwell and JA are okay when I see them play. Like you, Steve, I am concaerned about forney’s injury. It is serious enough that the falcons just signed a new OL to the practice squad.
By 2.5DEAD Flies+ KNAPP=0
October 12, 2006 07:50 AM | Link to this
Our offense line is like having a glass half full we can run block but can’t pass block that the facts. MANAGEMENT BUILDED THIS THING THIS WAY. Team now will put seven to eight in the box to stop the run and now the passing game has to work to get them out of having seven people in the box we know it and the rest of the N.F.L. knows it to. AJC never put how the offense line grades out in a game why? Hope Greg has the team ready . We will face some of the best teams in October, will we ready? It’s show time Greg Knapp ,do you have the skills to teach and lead and adjust the offense team!!! We have the right people but do we have the right coaches October will tell the story Greg Knapp and Mora, Dontell!!!!!!
By lee sunset
October 12, 2006 10:38 AM | Link to this
Good article from Sporting News: “It’s Time to Stop Trying to Make Vick Fit”:
http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=137461
By larry w.
October 12, 2006 12:22 PM | Link to this
Good read lee. Thanks
By Timothy
October 12, 2006 01:05 PM | Link to this
Whoever wrote the post from (2.5 flies + Knapp) is a fool. Son, did dey teach u how 2 spell in kinduhgarden?
Get out of here.
By 2.5DEAD Flies+ KNAPP=0
October 12, 2006 01:15 PM | Link to this
No I learned it a UGA PINK GOP DAWG
By larry w.
October 12, 2006 01:18 PM | Link to this
His grammar and spelling may not be great, but he makes a lot of sense to me.
By Keeping it real !!!
October 14, 2006 07:40 AM | Link to this
The Question is who is the best pass blocker!