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  • billsburgh
    Registered User
    • Jul 2003
    • 3560
    #1

    Changes to the O-line

    Veteran Jason Whittle took almost all the snaps with the first unit at right guard as Preston saw just a few reps at the position all night. Preston spent almost the whole practice at center, but for the first time he was getting those center reps with the first team in place of Melvin Fowler who rotated out after taking the first snap or two of a series several times.the rest of the story and other notes from practice....
    I like the idea of giving Preston a chance at starting Center in place of Fowler who seemed to be the weak link on the line against the Saints. It's all about getting the best 5 out there.
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  • PECKERWOOD
    Defies all logic
    • Oct 2006
    • 13170
    #2
    Re: Changes to the O-line

    Damn that is one position we could use some help at.

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    • Michael82
      Registered User
      • Jul 2002
      • 82328
      #3
      Re: Changes to the O-line

      I hate our RG situation. I want both Butler and Merz to get a shot.
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      • billsburgh
        Registered User
        • Jul 2003
        • 3560
        #4
        Re: Changes to the O-line

        Originally posted by Mikey82
        I hate our RG situation. I want both Butler and Merz to get a shot.
        I would like to see what Butler could do too, if only he could get his ass back on the field. What do you hate about the situation? Is it that neither one are any good?

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        • G. Host
          Banned
          • Jul 2002
          • 10298
          #5
          Re: Changes to the O-line

          Butler is currently injured. Never have been impressed by Merz.

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          • Night Train
            Retired - On Several Levels
            • Jul 2005
            • 33117
            #6
            Re: Changes to the O-line

            Fowler is just 10-15 lbs. too small. Technique wise, he's very good but gets overpowered on many plays.

            I'll reserve any positives on Preston at C before I see more. He's the ultimate " Looks like Tarzan, plays like Jane " football player.
            Anonymity is an abused privilege, abused most by people who mistake vitriol for wisdom and cynicism for wit

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            • mybills
              81 st zoner
              • Jul 2002
              • 61717
              #7
              Re: Changes to the O-line

              Speaking of center, who snapped that one to JP causing him to make that one handed catch?
              I didn't come here to fight, I hate fighting. Life is way too short to spend it on fighting! Go fight with yourself, one of you will eventually win!

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              • Goobylal
                Registered User
                • Jan 2004
                • 19371
                #8
                Re: Changes to the O-line

                Fowler.

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                • JoeMama
                  Emotion Sickness
                  • Oct 2002
                  • 18191
                  #9
                  Re: Changes to the O-line

                  Great news.

                  I've wanted to see Duke Preston return to his natural position for a while now.

                  Plus, he's 326lbs ahoof.

                  I like big boys anchoring the middle of the line.

                  I was never fond of Melvin Fowler; I think it's a wise move to relegate him to backup.

                  And I also like the idea of a guy named "Duke" as the centerpiece of the o-line.

                  Good aesthetics.
                  Disclaimer: The sentiment expressed in this post is strictly for entertainment purposes only.
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                  • bigbub2352
                    Registered User
                    • Feb 2005
                    • 5386
                    #10
                    Re: Changes to the O-line

                    Thank God, anything is better than Fowler is is horrible at center, and at shot gun snaps, he is to weak to handle the bull rush, and he is suspect in pass blocking as well, it will be nice to see Preston were he is natural at C, Whittle wont hurt us at RG, but i still think the dark horse is Butler, once he is healthy (if ever), i think he will start there
                    XTRA CRISPY XTRA SAUCEY

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                    • mysticsoto
                      Too sober for this...
                      • Apr 2004
                      • 31439
                      #11
                      Re: Changes to the O-line

                      I can't say I've really been impressed with Preston much. Maybe he will be better at Center, but if Butler were healthy, I'd be screaming for them to give him the RG job!!!

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                      • TigerJ
                        Registered User
                        • Jul 2002
                        • 22575
                        #12
                        Re: Changes to the O-line

                        Originally posted by Night Train
                        Fowler is just 10-15 lbs. too small. Technique wise, he's very good but gets overpowered on many plays.

                        I'll reserve any positives on Preston at C before I see more. He's the ultimate " Looks like Tarzan, plays like Jane " football player.
                        There is a good number of centers in the league who are smaller than Fowler. For some reason, despite his alleged solid technique, he can't get leverage.
                        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.

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                        • HHURRICANE
                          Registered User
                          • Mar 2005
                          • 15490
                          #13
                          Re: Changes to the O-line

                          The O-line is one of the keys to our success. It was well publicized that McNalley wanted the starting line-up together before the first pre-season game. This doesn't sound like good news.

                          So who's the weak link? Fowler or Preston?

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                          • madness
                            Registered User
                            • Apr 2003
                            • 13690
                            #14
                            Re: Changes to the O-line

                            Originally posted by HHURRICANE
                            The O-line is one of the keys to our success. It was well publicized that McNalley wanted the starting line-up together before the first pre-season game. This doesn't sound like good news.

                            So who's the weak link? Fowler or Preston?
                            Maybe both. Fowler @ center and Preston @ RG.

                            Preston's natural position is center so he may be a better option then Fowler there. I think that's what the staff wants to find out. Whittle will man the RG position until Butler comes back and puts up a fight.

                            Fowler is a solid center for his size and plays with great leverage but that means squat in the running game. Trying out Preston is just another reason that proves this staff is committed to pounding the rock. I think Fowler showed his limitations Friday night every time they tried running up the middle.

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                            • Michael82
                              Registered User
                              • Jul 2002
                              • 82328
                              #15
                              Re: Changes to the O-line

                              Originally posted by billsburgh
                              I would like to see what Butler could do too, if only he could get his ass back on the field. What do you hate about the situation? Is it that neither one are any good?
                              yup, it's that both Whittle and Preston at RG make me sick. Neither of them have done anything to take over the spot.

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