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Wednesday’s training
camp was day 5 marking the third way point of camp. I found myself with several
different items to share.
I got to
camp and there was already a pretty good size line waiting to get in. We had a
few sprinkles as we waited to get in. The players made their appearance on the
field and had only been on the field literally for no more than 5 minutes when
a down pour began. The players left the field and made their way to Myers Field
House. It is here where MSU has an indoor track and that is where the team
conducted the morning walk through. It really is kind of depressing because
they really can’t do much even though a walk through only.
Today was
linebacker day for autographing. Today was the biggest crowd thus far so the
weather was rather disappointing as the lines for autographs were moved outside
to the inside of the field house. It seems from talking to people that Chad
Greenway was the top of their wish list to meet. I had heard security that only
150 people could meet Chad.
The walk
through was very plain so I used this time to look at first strings mostly on
the defensive side of the ball. It might
be a walk through but the players still line up in positions. Here is what I
saw: Defensive Line- Brian Robison, Kevin Williams, Fred Evans and Jared Allen.
The linebackers: Marvin Mitchell, Erin Henderson, and Chad Greenway. The
corners were Chris Cook and Josh Robinson and the safeties were Harrison Smith
and Jamarca Sanford.
Jay Glazer
from Fox was on campus today and came to the walk through as well as the
afternoon practice. I waited after the 2nd practice in hopes of
meeting Jay but then saw Jared Allen get into his vehicle along with Jay Glazer
and they left waving to fans. I would love to meet Jay and talk football with
him. I will look again Thursday and
maybe get a chance to meet him.
The
afternoon practice was conducted under sunny skies and a nice breeze. Today was
the first of 4 season ticket holder days which I attended with my wife. They
served hot dogs, chips and a beverage and then we could watch practice.
I mentioned
Tuesday was a pad popping session. Wednesday was much mellower. The practice
was once again a good clip. There were no skirmishes.
One area of
concern before camp started amongst many was the punting situation after Chris
Kluwe was released. I have seen punts out of Jeff Locke that I find myself
shaking my head in disbelief. I saw 2or3 60-70 yard punts. They are high and
deep. He is also very good at dropping the ball inside the 20. I know it is
early and no games have been played but I am finding myself extremely impressed
with this rookie kicker.
The
defensive side of the ball I once again find myself talking about cornerback,
AJ Jefferson. He in this young camp is looking extremely aggressive and has a
good feel for the ball. He is also back practicing kick returns. He is doing
nothing thus far that is hurting him. I see positives and am encouraged he will
be on the final 53 man roster.
I was
concerned about another group before cam and that is the tight ends and to be
more specific, John Carlson. Wednesday he gave me reason to feel good about
him. He had a great pair of hands catching just about everything thrown his
way. He had one drop I remember but the majority of the day he was a vacuum
cleaner.
The
receivers group I am truly high on maybe as high as I have been in some time. I
believe Jennings, Patterson, Wright are locks. I also believe Stephen Burton
and Simpson should make it. I believe Joe Webb has a shot to make it as well. He
is just too athletic to let go. Wednesday afternoon Joe made a one handed catch
that was thrown behind him. He is so fun
to watch. There is also a young man who is having in my opinion and awesome
camp. His name is Adam Thielen , who played for Minnesota State University. If
you want to see a guy who is not afraid to go to the ground to catch a ball you
will want to see Adam play. The guys in this position I am the most excited to
see how he does in preseason.
One note on
camp as far as the bleachers goes. I don’t know how many years it has been but
there have been green wood bleachers to sit on that really heat up in the hot
weather. It is this year the bleachers are different and better suited for heat
even though we have not had that much. My next hope is a canopy is built over
them to protect us from the sun. I guess I will take what they give me.
Thursday autograph:
Wide Receivers
Practice:
10:30-11:30 and 2:45-4:45
That’s all
for now from Mankato
Thanks for
reading
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12-JEFF LOCKE
19-ADAM THIELEN
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