Detroit Lions Training Camp: Notes From Day 3 Of Practice
by Sean Yuille on Aug 1, 2011 4:41 PM EDT
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- After having Sunday off, the Detroit Lions resumed training camp in Allen Park on Monday, holding one practice in the morning. The Lions will practice again on Tuesday and Wednesday starting at 9:15 a.m. each day. Both practices are open to the public. Gates open at 8:45 a.m.
- Five players that are eligible to practice missed today's session: WR Titus Young, LT Jeff Backus, RT Gosder Cherilus, CB Jack Williams and CB Alphonso Smith. Young is still dealing with leg stiffness, and Backus and Smith are still on the active/non-football injury list. Cherilus got a day off to rest his knee, which was operated on this offseason, and it sounds like the situation was similar with Williams, who has been working his way back from a knee injury for a while now.
- With Cherilus out, Donald Thomas was the first-string right tackle.
- As Chris McCosky points out, when free agents are eligible to start practicing on Thursday the Lions will have 23 additional players on the field.
- Tom Kowalski reports that Willie Young "looked much better" during pass rush drills than in the past, and he also says that Jason Fox "looked much better" in pass protection at left tackle than right tackle.
(More after the jump)
- Kowalski has a recap of what happened during the 15 plays the Lions ran in their red zone drill.
- The Lions suited up in shoulder pads, but they did not practice in full pads. Jim Schwartz isn't sure when the team will hold its first practice in full pads.
- Schwartz also said the Lions "looked more like a team that had been in camp three weeks" as opposed to three days. Now it appears we're starting to see the effects of the lockout on the field.
- DeAndre Levy practiced at middle linebacker today. When Stephen Tulloch can practice later this week it will be interesting to see if Levy permanently shifts to outside linebacker or if he continues to get work in the middle.
- Zack Follett had an "outstanding practice," according to Schwartz. McCosky called Follett the "most active defensive player in team and goal line drills" today. That's certainly good to hear.
- Jahvid Best returned kicks for the Lions since Stefan Logan isn't eligible to practice until Thursday.
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I wish I could go to some practices
I am so ready for football . . .
Where are we going, and why am I in this handbasket?
Go get'em 49 !
All Aboard!
"Power flows to the one who knows how. Desire alone is not enough." -MEGATRON
PCP 4 LIFE
Dear Comcast...
When are you gonna expand to the Traverse City area? I’d love some competition for Charter Cable. My choices of internet are Charter, dish, and dial-up.
Direct Tv isn't an option ? lol
"Power flows to the one who knows how. Desire alone is not enough." -MEGATRON
PCP 4 LIFE
Directv
is an option, but I need a reliable internet connection for work purposes. Satellite coverage in my area is spotty and highly weather dependent. Cable or broadcast are the only really reliable ways to recieve a signal, sadly.
Sounds about like me
Except Sattilite is the only option because there is no cable out here
"Power flows to the one who knows how. Desire alone is not enough." -MEGATRON
PCP 4 LIFE
Some good Charter news for you...
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Appreciated, Sean!
Charter isn’t getting another dime in upgrades or additional channels. I’d rather spend money with Comcast because of their sponsorship of POD.
You are doing a GREAT JOB, by the way! Keep it up!
Comcast will never come to Traverse City--
Charter currently owns the TVC franchise rights, therefore Comcast cannot simply “come to the area”. They would need to ‘buy’ TVC from Charter but it’s one of the biggest markets for them in Michigan…. What I’m trying to say is don’t hold your breath….
If you are in an elevator and there is a button marked "Laser Bay Two"... You push that button.
Jack Williams is still hurt?
Seems like its been two years. Hope he’s the next Revis with all the time we’ve spent on him.
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
S Amari Spievey
A rapid report from CBSSports speaks about Spievey play in training camp thus far.
Really good to hear
I’m a big Hawkeye fan too, so I’m pulling for Amari to really step up at safety.
I thought he played pretty dang good at the end of the season
I mean you can’t just take a CB and say go play Safety, it takes time to learn and we all saw progression last year.
How many lumps you want Doc?
4 years....got to give these back 4 guys, 4 years before passing too harsh of a judgement.
Spievey is a playmaker.
.Does your momma have a Big Ass like your head?
Paul Pratt will stake his claim as a starting CB on thursday can't wait woo hoo
I thought being lazy was a bad thing, So I gave up thinking.
Sorry about Scott Mitchell...
I always thought we should have gotten rid of Scott Mitchell, not you Wayne. Keep ya head up bro.
by Detroit What! on Aug 1, 2011 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Jerome Felton
Traded to the Broncos? I’m watching NFL network and they show him as a Bronco. I thought he was signed. Anyone heard anything?
Mile High Report has nothing on it, as of now
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
by YpsilantiJeff on Aug 1, 2011 6:05 PM EDT up reply actions
I wonder
If NFL network just screwed up. I thought we just resigned him. We do have Matt Clapp though. I wouldn’t put it past Mayhew to get some picks already.
True
However I did see as late as last night they had Eric Wright still listed as a free agent. I would guess it was just a slip up
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
by YpsilantiJeff on Aug 1, 2011 6:15 PM EDT up reply actions
well they do show Wright leaving cleveland... they also show avril not signed
they even show davries unsigned aswell so i mean this is weird
Matthew Stafford, Quarterback: a man barely alive, Gentlemen we can rebuild him, We have the technology, We have the capability to make the worlds first bionic QB, Matthew Stafford will be that man, Better than he was before
Better, Stronger, Faster
ya i saw it... something very weird is going on
Matthew Stafford, Quarterback: a man barely alive, Gentlemen we can rebuild him, We have the technology, We have the capability to make the worlds first bionic QB, Matthew Stafford will be that man, Better than he was before
Better, Stronger, Faster
Why would Denver want another RB?
Since thats what Felton thinks he is and all.
How many lumps you want Doc?
not sure.. just curious why they mess up our team info and make us all clamor all day
do they know something we dont or honest mistake???? just seems weird that they do the research to get davries right and other guys right but then mess up felton
i guess im hoping its true so i can hear what we mayhewed the broncos for this year
Matthew Stafford, Quarterback: a man barely alive, Gentlemen we can rebuild him, We have the technology, We have the capability to make the worlds first bionic QB, Matthew Stafford will be that man, Better than he was before
Better, Stronger, Faster
It's an error
He’s on the Lions roster
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Well, they certainly arent opposed to the idea
or the ones I read anyway
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
by YpsilantiJeff on Aug 1, 2011 6:42 PM EDT up reply actions
He was at practice today...
Looking as pedestrian as ever. Man, that guy looks like he has never done a curl in his life!
by Detroit What! on Aug 1, 2011 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Cliff Avril
Just thought you all would like to see this.
RT @DJZawacki @cliffavril what do you think your 40 yard dash time would be now?➫ 4.6 maybe…
Talk about fast for a 270 lb DE
Football isn't a contact sport; it's a collision sport. Dancing is a contact sport.--Vince Lombardi
Jason Fox.....
is a LT only prospect. He is a pass blocker. He is not a run blocker that drives.
Malek
That may not be true any longer
The Lions practiced Fox at right guard for several practices last season and Kris Kocurek has been working with him on drive blocking techniques. He is young enough to change how he plays and find a new groove so it is too early to pigeonhole him right now. Nevertheless, I would agree that he appears to be the Lions plan as backup left tackle for Backus. I am just saying that you might also see him in other situations if he responds well to coaching.
Kris Kocurek
is a very impressive young coach but is he coaching both the defensive and offfensive lines? :))
Ah but I was so much older then and younger than right now
by Justan Oldfart on Aug 1, 2011 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions
might know about it than Yarno
I kid, I kid…..sorta
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
by YpsilantiJeff on Aug 1, 2011 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions
more about it, rather
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
by YpsilantiJeff on Aug 1, 2011 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Fox played RT the last game of the season in Cherilous' place.
Didn’t look bad for recovering from an injury all season.
"We're looking to improve this team every day, every week, every month until we get to our ultimate goal which is to win a championship."
-Martin Mayhew Detroit Lions GM, Master of the Universe
"Fairies don’t win championships. Bad Ass Mofo’s Do!"- Kevinz418
by Home in Cleveland, Heart in Detroit on Aug 1, 2011 8:47 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Is it just me
or do Tom Kowalski’s descriptions need to “look much better”. Can we maybe get a better idea of exactly what it was that “looked much better”?
And Levy is most definitely moving to the outside. I know Schwartz once upon a time said that he would prefer to keep Levy in the middle, but Tulloch has already played MLB for Schwartz and already knows what the defensive gameplan is.
Looking for the post:
I am being patient and waiting for the post that the lions signed Avril to a multi year deal. Will get excited when that happens
He'll sign it
By Wednesday. His agent is probably telling him to test the market. He’s got a first round pick tied to him. He’s not going anywhere.
Then his agent is a dumbass
Nobody is going to give Avril a contract offer and surrender a first round pick. If his agent was worth a shit he knows that.
Tulloch
Did the same thing. It’s business. He can’t practice until Thursday. If he hasn’t signed by then, it’s time to worry.
Just have Mayhew/Lewand
Have another DE report he is coming to Detroit to talk. . See how fast it worked on Tulloch.
How many lumps you want Doc?
lol nice but
i do believe avril is the better DE on the market, I think ray edwards was the only good DE and he’s gone
I just don't see anyone
Giving up a first round pick. Also, I believe the lions can match any offer.
Damn quick enter button again. . .
A young ILB who is coming into his prime years over a guy who has not been healthy for 2 years now.
How many lumps you want Doc?
that could be debatable
tulloch has more of a future, while barnett could have done very well in our defense
+1 to that. . .
I have never in my life felt that I could trust what is said by a coach more than with Schwartz. I’ve never felt like this about a FO before either, I am also still in shock that we have a team heading in the right direction, all things that I have never seen in my lifetime as a Lions fan.And I have been a fan since Billy Sims.
How many lumps you want Doc?
and that's where babies come from...
If you are in an elevator and there is a button marked "Laser Bay Two"... You push that button.
Both of you. . .
Since your new just know, I talk WAY to much around here. Most of the time I am trying to get more of a conversation going or trying to be funny but I am always talking to everyone who reads my rants.
How many lumps you want Doc?
lol all good
i love to debate about the lions, im just happy to finally find some place I can find people to debate back. Try to talk to my friends bout the lions and say the same thing 90% ppl do “oh god the lions”
Not much longer Alowicious. . .not much longer.
And on a side note when we are hosting a home playoff game this year, ask those same friends if they like Catchup or Mustard on their crow.
How many lumps you want Doc?
Seattle myself...I cannot WAIT to finally have a shot at talking some smack
Jonas Jerebko once killed a charging female rhinoceros in heat protecting its young with nothing more than a hook shot.
Where are you in VA?
I thought I was the only one…
Might be.....
moving to Stafford VA if I cant find a job in my field. Another laid off worker going back to school. Was gonna be a season ticket holder this year, but that aint happenin. Will die a Lions though!
"I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion." ....Alexander The Great
A couple observations
I love the idea of the Lions working Donald Thomas into the plans. He was pretty good for Miami before he got hurt and I think he could be a very pleasant surprise.
Schwartz commenting that the Lions look like a team that has been in camp three weeks is very very encouraging. Normally that would refer to the mental part of the game such as not making penalties and coming off the snap well. It appears that the four wins at the end of last season have reaped some benefits. The hype and inertia that they crated seems to have carried over in the enthusiasm and focus of the players. I don’t think we see the Lions starting out this sharp without that win streak. Hopefully that will translate into the Lions being in better form in the early season than their opponents.
I am rooting hard for Zack Follett. He is a unique guy and has a lot of zaniness to him. He brings an attitude of “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead” and that is pretty refreshing after seeing so many Lions that just coasted for a contract in the past.
I knew you were going to mention Thomas.
That’s good, if he pans out it’s all that much better.
.Does your momma have a Big Ass like your head?
Totally forgot about Thomas until today.
I’m curious to see how all the tackles compete against each other. Let’s see: Backus, Cherilous, Fox, Ugoh, Thomas, and Stankbreath. Am I forgetting anyone? I think for all those worried about tackle this season their fears will be put to rest. Our Oline coach seems to know what he’s doing. This crew will handle its business.
"We're looking to improve this team every day, every week, every month until we get to our ultimate goal which is to win a championship."
-Martin Mayhew Detroit Lions GM, Master of the Universe
"Fairies don’t win championships. Bad Ass Mofo’s Do!"- Kevinz418
by Home in Cleveland, Heart in Detroit on Aug 1, 2011 9:02 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
what about Culbreath?
really interested to see how fast he can pick up the speed change. Has the skills.
"I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion." ....Alexander The Great
that is pretty refreshing after seeing so many Lions that just coasted for a contract in the past.
I think bringing in KVB has alot to do with the mindset these days and that’s why it was important to get him. He’s all in on every play and that mindset has transcended to other players. No one likes to be outworked.
by Blackhawk4361 on Aug 1, 2011 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Streaming the Lions with Barry
The Dis-Assembly Line - The unofficial, official name for the next best D-line in football.
gotta love some Spielman!!!
man, I’m sooo happy we’re looking like we’ll be back to those days with studs at LB…
The Dis-Assembly Line - The unofficial, official name for the next best D-line in football.
still streaming great stuff on Barry...
come on…
The Dis-Assembly Line - The unofficial, official name for the next best D-line in football.
speaking of
really would love see Spielman as a color analyst for the lions this year. love his straight forward style.
"I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion." ....Alexander The Great
Nick Fairley Injury
I just want some word on the Fairley injury… I heard on detnews.com they said he hurt his foot and went for a x-ray I wonder is he OK, how serious, and will he practice for the rest of the week?
by Marvelous Madison on Aug 1, 2011 7:20 PM EDT reply actions
In Schwartz speak it's...................."he has a foot"
.Does your momma have a Big Ass like your head?
I can't beleave anyone remembers Marinera sauce ever saying anything except
We are going to look at the video and see how to teach these guys. . yadda yadda yadda.
How many lumps you want Doc?
i remember gator
used to count how many times he would say fundamentals in the post game presser, it was great radio. making something out of 0-16
I almost want to go to the WCG and ask them if he still uses that line
WCG Windy City Gridiron DAbear site on SBNation. . .Beware if you guys go over there even in good spirits they are down right dinks for the most part if you mention anything other than Ditka the living GOD or DAbears in a bad way.
How many lumps you want Doc?
dam, ill wait till the season when we burn them
went over to the pack and wished them luck on the repeat and look forward to last game of season, they said they were happy for us and looking forward to the lions this year. very classy
Pack fans are very curtious and honest
Vikings fans are sad because they now have McNabb but no one to throw the ball to, mostly good guys over there, a couple dinks but mostly OK guys. . .The WCG on the other hand. . .Anyone with Ditka in there name is pompus to a whole different level, and most of the rest of them are about as fun to talk to as say . . . .drying paint, at least with the paint you can get high if the fumes are strong enough.It’s hard to find a curtious Bears fan. . .better chance of finding the end of a rainbow or a 18 year old Virgin.
How many lumps you want Doc?
Yeah, APC are might shiny and apple cheeked....good bunch of guys
What was it that WSG wanted to ban you for, couple months back? Oh, thats right, saying Ditka disagreed with the refs on the call from last year. LOL
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
by YpsilantiJeff on Aug 1, 2011 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions
I just can't help it over there. . .
I always go over there with good intentions. . .And end up wanting to bring up the whole a cow burnt your town down line. . . .they really do get under my skin. . And it’s the same couple that want to start the crap slinging every damn time.
How many lumps you want Doc?
THEY ARE
WHO WE THOUGHT THEY WERE!!….a crappy team that got really lucky last year haha
Pack fans are very curtious and honest
Not so fast! I live in the cheesehead state and like any other fanbase, Packer fans can be just as ruthless. I cannot tell you how some of them can get. For the most part you’re right, they express empathy for me. There are those however that will let me have it every chance they get… that is until I remind them the Pack only scored ‘3’ points in losing to the Lions last year!!
by Blackhawk4361 on Aug 1, 2011 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Im pretty sure he's refering to the guys over at the Pack site Acme Packing Company
and not the cheesy denizens that infest that otherwise lovely state
"Common Sense, isn't" Solomon Short
by YpsilantiJeff on Aug 1, 2011 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
I work with a bunch of transplanted Packers fans from Madison, WI...
They are the pits.
If you are in an elevator and there is a button marked "Laser Bay Two"... You push that button.
Teams i really hate
do to variuos reasons like players and fans are in order from most to leaste: 1. Bears
2. Jets
3. Raiders
4. Packers
5. Redskins
Just one mans opinion.
"I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion." ....Alexander The Great
like any team that wins the Bears had alot of things go their way last season...
… but .. i see them as a team that will struggle this year. Mainly because they are setting the stage to expose Cutler to a beat down. Everyone in the league knows that Mike Martz System of controling the Blitz is based on getting the ball out … yet as proven last year that doesn’t always work. Leading to Cutler taking tons of hits. Stafford was sacked 4 times and tackled 4 times and was hurt on 3 of those 8 contacts… Cutler was sacked over 50 times…. lord knows how many hits on top of that… scrambles with contact on top of that. It is just a matter of time really before something bad happens. And i don’t want to wish that on him. But when you play with fire…..
Also they are a very weak short yardage team and that short coming can only be hidden for so long. The very best of their Defence is old….And their offensive system depends on play makers on the outside winning one on one matchups consistantly. Yet the best they really have is a guy they just picked off the street (the guy who gets so excited about getting a first down while his team is down by 30… we shall not meation his name)..
Thank God they Got ride of Olsen he was really the guy who killed us and gave us a constant match up problem… even now with our current personel we dont have a backer that can stay with him really…..Thanks again Mike Martz
One thing that would certainly help in that game...
Backus not giving up a blind side injury prone tackle to Julius Peppers.
Jonas Jerebko once killed a charging female rhinoceros in heat protecting its young with nothing more than a hook shot.
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