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everest3k · 08-01-2005, 02:33 PM

Hmm...

My initial post here @ the warpath said that I was discouraged @ the prospects of the upcoming season because of all of the turmoil surrounding the team this offseason. I posted it to the boards here trying to get some positive perspective... (I largely got pounced on...even got accused of being a philly fan! :vomit-smi )
Gibbs came through with it in his press conference the other day...
He essentially said that offseason turmoil is part of the chess match. And that it's just part of the NFL...all teams deal with it. I have faith in Gibbs, and feel confident that he'll deal with whatever adversity that has/will arise with sound strategy.

...as for the QB stuff. I'm hoping for a really solid performance from the O-Line this year. We need to get back to Hog status! I remember Ramsey getting killed last year. Anyways, If the O-Line plays strong, Ramsey will need a few solid games (4 to 5) to really get confident and on top of his game. If we win these, and the O-line keeps him safe, (by blocking and also by setting up solid holes for Portis!) then I think Ramsey will take off...and start to play to the potential we hear so much about. I would envision @ least a wild card...with an even better 2006/2007 season ahead for Ramsey (not to mention a big fat paycheck)

On the other hand...if the O-Line doesn't hold tough the first 4-5 games and Ramsey takes a beating...I expect he'll get benched, and request a trade to another team in the offseason where he will eventually find the protection he needs and he'll find his rhythm.

This scenario would set us up for the notorious 'QB controversy', and with the front office banking on JC for this club's future... I think it would take 3 years or so for us to be contenders.

Bottom line, I think these first 4 to 5 games are absolutely pivotal. For gibbs, ramsey, the team....all involved. We've really got to come out swinging for us to get back to the glory! Come on O-line!! Fingers crossed for no injuries!!

Looking @ the schedule. These games are going to be tough ones too. 3 of the 5 are out of town. Luckily game 1 is at home such that we can get some momentum.

08-01-2005, 02:33 PM	#24
everest3k Camp Scrub Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 15	Re: What If...? Hmm... My initial post here @ the warpath said that I was discouraged @ the prospects of the upcoming season because of all of the turmoil surrounding the team this offseason. I posted it to the boards here trying to get some positive perspective... (I largely got pounced on...even got accused of being a philly fan! :vomit-smi ) Gibbs came through with it in his press conference the other day... He essentially said that offseason turmoil is part of the chess match. And that it's just part of the NFL...all teams deal with it. I have faith in Gibbs, and feel confident that he'll deal with whatever adversity that has/will arise with sound strategy. ...as for the QB stuff. I'm hoping for a really solid performance from the O-Line this year. We need to get back to Hog status! I remember Ramsey getting killed last year. Anyways, If the O-Line plays strong, Ramsey will need a few solid games (4 to 5) to really get confident and on top of his game. If we win these, and the O-line keeps him safe, (by blocking and also by setting up solid holes for Portis!) then I think Ramsey will take off...and start to play to the potential we hear so much about. I would envision @ least a wild card...with an even better 2006/2007 season ahead for Ramsey (not to mention a big fat paycheck) On the other hand...if the O-Line doesn't hold tough the first 4-5 games and Ramsey takes a beating...I expect he'll get benched, and request a trade to another team in the offseason where he will eventually find the protection he needs and he'll find his rhythm. This scenario would set us up for the notorious 'QB controversy', and with the front office banking on JC for this club's future... I think it would take 3 years or so for us to be contenders. Bottom line, I think these first 4 to 5 games are absolutely pivotal. For gibbs, ramsey, the team....all involved. We've really got to come out swinging for us to get back to the glory! Come on O-line!! Fingers crossed for no injuries!! Looking @ the schedule. These games are going to be tough ones too. 3 of the 5 are out of town. Luckily game 1 is at home such that we can get some momentum. __________________ Go Skins...