HOF Game

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I agree. Gibbs will still be feeling his way with his players. I think he probably has solid impressions of many guys from the minicamps, but he still needs to see guys in pads and in a game-like situation.

We should certainly not expect to see much of the actual playbook in the HOF game. Somewhat, yes, but Gibbs will not want to get much on film for the early regular season opponents to study. It's an advantage that he recognizes he will have early on, and he will want to capitalize on it for as long as he can. By midseason, the whole league will have an idea of what to expect. Hopefully, the Bucs won't have a clue in week 1. I'll be very happy with a fast start (though I do not expect one--just being realistic).

BTW, I just joined up tonight, and am very happy to be here. I've been a veteran poster (and irrepressible Skins defender) over at the About.com football forums for about a year and a half. My screen name is the same over there. I used it here just in case some Skins fans recognize me. : )