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Highlights: Losman bought a house in Buffalo (we knew that). He loves the city. Said he bought the house because he believes he'll be here. Had a great practice Monday, the best of the three top QBs. Feels relaxed, is reacting more quickly and thinking less.
Jerry Sullivan is not usually about fluff and blind optimism. This looks like what we hoped would happen to Losman. Let's hope it keeps up.
I've made up my mind. Don't confuse me with the facts.
I'm the most reasonable poster here. If you don't agree, I'll be forced to have a hissy fit.
"He realizes the resentment it caused when he was handed the job a year ago. Losman knows he has to earn the job this time, and he seems ready for the challenge. "
He kinda lost that "swagger" in him last year when I watched his interviews this year. It's not like he's confident about being the no. 1 anymore. Having failed and having to compete to EARN the job has humbled him somewhat, IMO. When you watch him move at camp last year , he'd be smiling all the time and seem to be happy go lucky because he knew the job was his. Now there's concern written in his face and that's a good thing IMO. NOw he doesn't have Wyche to back him up. Whether he screwed up at camp or not, he knew the job was his. Now it isn't the case.
I think he'll be fine. His talent is there and seems like he's gaining the knowledge that can translate on the field.
I don't doubt Losman's commitment at all, and I know the kid has some talent. That alone should leave some with a sense of optimism when you look at the longview (yes, that means more than just this year) of his career.
I remember that one fateful day when Coach took me aside. I knew what was coming. "You don't have to tell me," I said. "I'm off the team, aren't I?" "Well," said Coach, "you never were really ON the team. You made that uniform you're wearing out of rags and towels, and your helmet is a toy space helmet. You show up at practice and then either steal the ball and make us chase you to get it back, or you try to tackle people at inappropriate times."
It was all true what he was saying. And yet, I thought something is brewing inside the head of this Coach.
He sees something in me, some kind of raw talent that he can mold. But that's when I felt the handcuffs go on.
First Felser, now Sullivan. The Kid is really getting better, I know it is ONLY mini camp, but it is a little reason for me, to cheer about. I'm not a season ticket holder, but yes, I'm willing to give this guy, a full season at the helm.
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Great article! I usually can't stand Sullivan, but loved what he wrote. Not much has gotten me excited about this season so far, but if this is true and JP Losman is finally starting to get it and shine, I can't wait til training camp. It's going to be fun to watch.
Perusing the roster Monday, I was struck by how few veterans there are on this team. Not one of the offensive starters was on the team three years ago. Looking on the field, I realize how little the organization evolved under Tom Donahoe.
Hey I have no illusions about my posts or anyone else's on this forum. Having said that I am quite confident I could write Jerry Sullivan's column better than he does and be less of a ***** about it. And I know I'm no expert.
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