Around the NFL- Week 2

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by RedskinJake

I'm starting to think the OL coach is waaay more important than I ever realized..

Boss Hog is offended that you did not realize this already.

[Buffalo Bob]

Originally Posted by RedskinJake

I'm starting to think the OL coach is waaay more important than I ever realized..

Bobb McKittrick of the 49ers (1979-99) coached up 11th round draft picks into
Pro Bowl offensive lineman, all 5 of the Super Bowls were won under his watch. His ability to make solid blockers out of cast offs and later round picks was nothing short of amazing.

[warriorzpath]

Originally Posted by calia

If the Redskins do better than expected this season, I have a feeling that as between Dallas last year and the Redskins this year, teams will start to perhaps think that the focus on the O-line really is the way to go. Amazes me that teams don't obsess about O-line strength; it's always struck me as the real key. Better lock up our better players sooner rather than later.

It's almost like the NFL trends in cycles. Next thing you know, running backs and the running game will be more important than the passing game.

[donofriose]

Originally Posted by calia

If the Redskins do better than expected this season, I have a feeling that as between Dallas last year and the Redskins this year, teams will start to perhaps think that the focus on the O-line really is the way to go. Amazes me that teams don't obsess about O-line strength; it's always struck me as the real key. Better lock up our better players sooner rather than later.

Smart teams do.
The Patriots have used their past 5 first round picks on front 7 or offensive line players.
The Seahawks pretty much have done the same thing, even though they trade away a lot of their picks.
Steelers have used their past 7 picks on front 7 or offensive line players.

It seems smart teams invest on the oline.

[Giantone]

Originally Posted by calia

If the Redskins do better than expected this season, I have a feeling that as between Dallas last year and the Redskins this year, teams will start to perhaps think that the focus on the O-line really is the way to go. Amazes me that teams don't obsess about O-line strength; it's always struck me as the real key. Better lock up our better players sooner rather than later.

Pretty sure protecting the QB has been a priority in the NFL for a few years now.

[Skinzman]

Originally Posted by Giantone

Pretty sure protecting the QB has been a priority in the NFL for a few years now.

Winning in the trenches is over rated - Vinny Cerrato

And on that note...

Bill Callahan transforming Redskins' offensive line - NFL - SI.com

[DynamiteRave]

Amerson was picked up by the Raiders.

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by DynamiteRave

Amerson was picked up by the Raiders.

Shocker......lol

[kingj]

@Chris_Worthy_: Scot and the crew checking out Dak Prescott...hmmm

[That Guy]

they check out at least 500 players a year, so... eh.

[kingj]

Originally Posted by That Guy

they check out at least 500 players a year, so... eh.

Nbd, I agree. Just thought it was something to mention...a little news on this Wednesday. In no way would I read anything into the "hmmm"