Shockey out

[PackPanther]

They wanted a blocking TE, neither Banridge or Olsen can block that well, plus Hartsock signed a two year deal BEFORE Barny got hurt.

Dude Barny was having a great camp. He would have for sure made the team. Look how we kept Brockel. That would have been Barnidge's spot. Plus, Barnidge is if not the best, then one of the best special teamers on the team. We really miss him on that unit.

[HeatCheck]

And if they really wanted a blocking TE, they'd be using him more.

[jtnc]

Yep expect to see fewer two TE sets.

[Cat'sGrowl]

Barnidge would still be on th roster. He's an ideal fit for this offense and can block effectively as well. Richie Brockel got the roster spot instead when Barnidge went down, he's a poor mans version of Gary.

[jtnc]

I forgot about Brockel.

[Jangler]

Maybe Lafell will step up and not have to rely on the the TEs as much. Throw to DWill more!

[Herbert The Love Bug]

Naanee can play tight end for us. But then who will be our go to receiver?

[rainwater]

It seems this is just what this board wants. More playing time for Lafell. I'm sure they will run much more 3 WR sets instead of 2 TE sets that they have been doing.

[weymouthst]

If Hartsock starts, we may see more running plays being called...

[Snake]

Who cares we should run the ball a lot more this game! No need to see how elite Det front 4 really are.

[PantherFanOne]

If Hartsock starts, we may see more running plays being called...

Exactly....We need to establish the running game and pound the ball until the Lions prove they can stop it,or else we fall behind and have to pass a lot attempting to catch up.

[DawgzLife]

I forgot about Brockel.

Hopefully we will see why Rivera likes Brockel so much.

[DawgzLife]

Exactly....We need to establish the running game and pound the ball until the Lions prove they can stop it,or else we fall behind and have to pass a lot attempting to catch up.

Chud tried more traditional running plays & blocking last game, but we were behind so fast it didn't help at all. I was liking what I was seeing, but he didn't ry it at the right time. Until we solve the running game our offense will not be able to win tough games. We need to be able to run when they know we are running & right now it seems like Chud uses it as a diversion more than a strategy to win.

[DawgzLife]

It seems this is just what this board wants. More playing time for Lafell. I'm sure they will run much more 3 WR sets instead of 2 TE sets that they have been doing.

Yeah, I'm excited for this game. Maybe more 3 WR sets, maybe more designed running plays, maybe Rivera is finally embarrassed at a loss for once & will breathe some pride into this team.

I know, I know, it's not that the player choose to lose or lack apssion, but collectively it seems that way. The head coach needs to fire them up & get this tema playing the way it can play. If our O could get points up first (esp. 14) then our D wouldn't be in such a pickle (not a Clausen reference).