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Originally Posted by theJBexperience
I don't think one catch is too much to expect, especially in a preseason game.
There are plenty or rookies who've made their presence known so far in the preseason: David Clowney, Desean Jackson, Lavelle Hawkins, Eddie Royal, Josh Morgan, Martin Nance, Dominique Zeigler, Onrea Jones and many more have been able to show up against the practice squad bound defenses they've faced. Devin did not.
I'm not going to label him a bust, but you've got to admit that it's disappointing. And I'm sure there's no one more disappointed than DT either. Let's see if he bounces back next week.
Some have pointed out that Dwight Lowery was manned up on Devin most the night, and it looks like the Jets have found themselves a quality CB in the fourth round. I wish the same could be said for the Skins CB from the 4th.
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Clowney is actually in his second year, he was drafted by G. Bay last year in the 3rd round I believe. Clowney, along w/Royal & MOrgan are Hokies, so I"m happy to see them do well. Is Morgan really making an impact in SF? I thought he was a good value pick, not just cause he went to VT. He played in an offense w/3 other wr's (3 of which were drafted) so his college #s were not big, but he has the physical ability.
As for Thomas, I only got to catch some of the game last night on comcast's replay and I was pleasantly surprised that he almost made that play on the sideline when he was out of bounds. With time he'll make plays like that on a regular basis. I'm encouraged that he was out there. There's plenty of time left for him to get some good reps. These next 2 games we'll likely see a lot of him. Given the injuries at wr, he might get in the rotation w/the first team during the carolina game.
The only discouraging thing about him (and Kelly) is what we already knew before the game; that they weren't in shape & ready for camp. They've got to learn how to be pros and they're not likely to have big rookie years, but that doesn't mean they won't contribute some & help the offense.