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DEL.ICIO.USPetrino doesn’t mind the heat
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
It’s hot. How’s that for an update from training camp? But that’s fine with Bobby Petrino who when I asked him about concerns about the heat, said he loved it. At the time, he said they need as many hot days of practice as possible so I’m sure he’s not too upset about the weather. Officially, weather.com says it’s 90 degrees, but feels like 92. No, weather.com, it feels a lot hotter than that.
It’s an open practice today, and it starts in about 10 minutes. I just wanted to offer up a quick reminder for those who can’t make the drive to Flowery Branch for training camp. The Falcons will be moving things downtown on Saturday for the Midtown Touchdown festival. There will be a training camp practice at Grady Stadium as well as autograph opportunities, interactive games and all that other stuff. It starts at 3 p.m. at Piedmont Park. Music lovers should note that Monica will be performing at at 4 p.m. on the main stage at Piedmont Park.
The festivities at Piedmont Park are free, but it costs $7 to watch practice at Grady - although you should know that benefits go towards the school’s athletic programs and stadium upkeep.
Alright, enough plugging for the team. Let me get to a few responses from your comments from yesterday before I head out into the heat:
Mike Wright: Vincent Marshall has looked pretty good out there at wide receiver. He’s little - listed at 5-foot-8, 175 pounds and the Falcons are pretty deep at WR. He’s a longshot for sure, but he hasn’t done anything to hurt himself. The preseason games will be big for him.
TheeDr: Having watched more Detroit Lions games than I’d like to admit, I’m very familiar with the Harrington check down on third and long. In his defense, he said that offense didn’t suit him. We’ll see if Petrino’s is a better fit.
SC: I appreciate the comments. Let me know if there’s anything more specific you want to see.
Rod: Right now, the reps are split pretty evenly between Shockley and Redman. I agree, Shockley has more upside at the QB position, but Redman is familiar with the offense and hasn’t looked bad in training camp. That’s another battle that will be one to watch in preseason. I’ll let you know what I see out there today. Maybe I need to start counting reps.
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By Ace123
August 3, 2007 3:51 PM | Link to this
i have 3 questions…. 1.Jordan Beck was a monster in the preseason and after the injury..you hear nothing…how is he doing in camp 2.i see Vincent Marshall is doing ok..we all know the 5th and last wr roster spot is between him and adam jennings…who do you see earning that spot 3.jimmy williams…i hear ppl on the radio already calling this guy a bust(i dont know how)..the way he looks in camp…do you think he will start this year
By Expert
August 4, 2007 10:48 AM | Link to this
Maybe it just me but, I think DJ shockley is just a reserve NFL player, who is overhype because of his association with the Georgia bulldogs.On another topic, can you inform me on the progess of Tony Taylor and his chances of making the rostor.And also tell me about paul Carrington and Mallard, how are those guys doing.
By Rod
August 4, 2007 3:01 PM | Link to this
Expert, when I think of overhyped QB I think of Ryan Leaf, Jeff George, possiblely Brady Quinn, guys like that. Brady was media hype for sure thats why he went from projected #1 pick to 20 something when his hometown drafted him. Is Brody Croyle really going to be the starter this year for KC? Nice to see he is getting his chance this year.