Depth chart: Biermann, Spoon have won starting spots

[atljbo]

Depth chart: Biermann, Spoon have won starting spots

5:32 pm September 7, 2010, by D. Orlando Ledbetter

FLOWERY BRANCH – Defensive end Kroy Biermann and rookie linebacker Sean Weatherspoon have won first-string assignments, according to the “unofficial” depth chart released by the team on Tuesday.

Also, defensive tackle Trey Lewis will open the 2010 season as a starter in Jonathan Babineaux’s position. Babineaux is serving a one-game suspension.

Biermann, who was the defensive MVP of the preseason with three sacks, beat out Jamaal Anderson, who’s started at the sport for the last three years. He’s listed as the No. 2 left defensive end.

Here’s a look at the depth chart heading into the season opener:

OFFENSE

WR 12 Michael Jenkins 86 Brian Finneran 14 Eric Weems

LT 72 Sam Baker 74 Will Svitek

LG 63 Justin Blalock 79 Mike Johnson

C 62 Todd McClure 61 Joe Hawley 67 Rob Bruggeman

RG 73 Harvey Dahl 79 Mike Johnson

RT 77 Tyson Clabo 75 Garrett Reynolds

TE 88 Tony Gonzalez 87 Justin Peelle 81 Michael Palmer

WR 84 Roddy White 83 Harry Douglas

QB 2 Matt Ryan 8 Chris Redman 4 John Parker Wilson

RB 33 Michael Turner 32 Jerious Norwood 44 Jason Snelling 35 Antone Smith

FB 34 Ovie Mughelli

DEFENSE

RE 55 John Abraham 90 Lawrence Sidbury

DT 97 Trey Lewis 91 Corey Peters

DT 94 Peria Jerry 99 Vance Walker

LE 71 Kroy Biermann 98 Jamaal Anderson 92 Chauncey Davis

OLB 56 Sean Weatherspoon 54 Stephen Nicholas

MLB 50 Curtis Lofton 52 Coy Wire

OLB 53 Mike Peterson 59 Spencer Adkins

RCB 23 Dunta Robinson 21 Christopher Owens 24 Dominique Franks

LCB 20 Brent Grimes 29 Brian Williams

S 26 Erik Coleman 25 William Moore

S 28 Thomas DeCoud 39 Shann Schillinger

SPECIALISTS

K 3 Matt Bryant

KO 9 Michael Koenen 3 Matt Bryant

P 9 Michael Koenen

KR 14 Eric Weems 24 Dominique Franks

PR 14 Eric Weems 83 Harry Douglas

LS 82 Joe Zelenka

H 9 Michael Koenen

[Falcons_own_nfc_south]

D.Led comes to Message Board and see that everyone is talking about and He puts the Blog or News on AJC..

Good Job D.Led

[I MUS WRITE]

I hope Grimes can handle the physicality of H.Ward, he always seems to have problems with big/tall receivers. Grimes still has cold sweats thinking about Mushin Muhammad.

[Chitown2ATL_Falcon]

Depth chart: Biermann, Spoon have won starting spots

5:32 pm September 7, 2010, by D. Orlando Ledbetter

FLOWERY BRANCH – Defensive end Kroy Biermann and rookie linebacker Sean Weatherspoon have won first-string assignments, according to the “unofficial” depth chart released by the team on Tuesday.

Also, defensive tackle Trey Lewis will open the 2010 season as a starter in Jonathan Babineaux’s position. Babineaux is serving a one-game suspension.

Biermann, who was the defensive MVP of the preseason with three sacks, beat out Jamaal Anderson, who’s started at the sport for the last three years. He’s listed as the No. 2 left defensive end.

Here’s a look at the depth chart heading into the season opener:

OFFENSE

WR 12 Michael Jenkins 86 Brian Finneran 14 Eric Weems

LT 72 Sam Baker 74 Will Svitek

LG 63 Justin Blalock 79 Mike Johnson

C 62 Todd McClure 61 Joe Hawley 67 Rob Bruggeman

RG 73 Harvey Dahl 79 Mike Johnson

RT 77 Tyson Clabo 75 Garrett Reynolds

TE 88 Tony Gonzalez 87 Justin Peelle 81 Michael Palmer

WR 84 Roddy White 83 Harry Douglas

QB 2 Matt Ryan 8 Chris Redman 4 John Parker Wilson

RB 33 Michael Turner 32 Jerious Norwood 44 Jason Snelling 35 Antone Smith

FB 34 Ovie Mughelli

DEFENSE

RE 55 John Abraham 90 Lawrence Sidbury

DT 97 Trey Lewis 91 Corey Peters

DT 94 Peria Jerry 99 Vance Walker

LE 71 Kroy Biermann 98 Jamaal Anderson 92 Chauncey Davis

OLB 56 Sean Weatherspoon 54 Stephen Nicholas

MLB 50 Curtis Lofton 52 Coy Wire

OLB 53 Mike Peterson 59 Spencer Adkins

RCB 23 Dunta Robinson 21 Christopher Owens 24 Dominique Franks

LCB 20 Brent Grimes 29 Brian Williams

S 26 Erik Coleman 25 William Moore

S 28 Thomas DeCoud 39 Shann Schillinger

SPECIALISTS

K 3 Matt Bryant

KO 9 Michael Koenen 3 Matt Bryant

P 9 Michael Koenen

KR 14 Eric Weems 24 Dominique Franks

PR 14 Eric Weems 83 Harry Douglas

LS 82 Joe Zelenka

H 9 Michael Koenen

I like it. Thought I thought Spoon was going to take Peterson's spot. I also see Grimes won the LCB starting spot for now.

Nicholas might be out of a job next year if he doesn't watch out.

[BirdWeisErrr_2]

I know someone on this board that is going to **** a brick.

So let me make sure I understand. The once GM Of The Year and the once Coach Of The Year named Biermann a starter over Buster?

On a side note, that is great news.

[AtlantaFalconPokerPro]

I'm really surprised that Grimes is starting over Owens.

[Mr Pickle1]

I'm stunned that Nicholas lost his job. He was and is a quality starter, significantly better than Mike Peterson.

Are we perhaps seeing some signs of favoritism from Mike Smith to Mike P.? Nicholas is significantly faster, longer, and much better in coverage and blitzing. We dont' get nearly the overall improvement in lbr speed that we would have if Weatherspoon was replacing Peterson. Giving that Nicholas was our best coverage backer, isn't this more of just a wash? WHy take a guy in the 1st to produce a wash at that position?

[gritzblitz]

I thought Nicholas played well last year. Wonder how this will effect his outlook and his long term prospects.

Will he play his a$$ off to get back on the field or will he become disgruntled.

[Mojo Risin]

Uh oh....

Gaz on suicide watch.

[pr0d1gy]

I'm really surprised that Grimes is starting over Owens.

Experience and production. It gives Owens time to grow and allows them to work Owens on Dunta's side in case Robinson isn't ready to go. It makes sense.

[Young Sir]

is that brent with the start? i think so nice...... no hate towards the others

[Zodiac]

Depth chart: Biermann, Spoon have won starting spots

5:32 pm September 7, 2010, by D. Orlando Ledbetter

FLOWERY BRANCH – Defensive end Kroy Biermann and rookie linebacker Sean Weatherspoon have won first-string assignments, according to the “unofficial” depth chart released by the team on Tuesday.

Also, defensive tackle Trey Lewis will open the 2010 season as a starter in Jonathan Babineaux’s position. Babineaux is serving a one-game suspension.

Biermann, who was the defensive MVP of the preseason with three sacks, beat out Jamaal Anderson, who’s started at the sport for the last three years. He’s listed as the No. 2 left defensive end.

Here’s a look at the depth chart heading into the season opener:

OFFENSE

WR 12 Michael Jenkins 86 Brian Finneran 14 Eric Weems

LT 72 Sam Baker 74 Will Svitek

LG 63 Justin Blalock 79 Mike Johnson

C 62 Todd McClure 61 Joe Hawley 67 Rob Bruggeman

RG 73 Harvey Dahl 79 Mike Johnson

RT 77 Tyson Clabo 75 Garrett Reynolds

TE 88 Tony Gonzalez 87 Justin Peelle 81 Michael Palmer

WR 84 Roddy White 83 Harry Douglas

QB 2 Matt Ryan 8 Chris Redman 4 John Parker Wilson

RB 33 Michael Turner 32 Jerious Norwood 44 Jason Snelling 35 Antone Smith

FB 34 Ovie Mughelli

DEFENSE

RE 55 John Abraham 90 Lawrence Sidbury

DT 97 Trey Lewis 91 Corey Peters

DT 94 Peria Jerry 99 Vance Walker

LE 71 Kroy Biermann 98 Jamaal Anderson 92 Chauncey Davis

OLB 56 Sean Weatherspoon 54 Stephen Nicholas

MLB 50 Curtis Lofton 52 Coy Wire

OLB 53 Mike Peterson 59 Spencer Adkins

RCB 23 Dunta Robinson 21 Christopher Owens 24 Dominique Franks

LCB 20 Brent Grimes 29 Brian Williams

S 26 Erik Coleman 25 William Moore

S 28 Thomas DeCoud 39 Shann Schillinger

SPECIALISTS

K 3 Matt Bryant

KO 9 Michael Koenen 3 Matt Bryant 71 Kroy Biermann

P 9 Michael Koenen

KR 14 Eric Weems 24 Dominique Franks

PR 14 Eric Weems 83 Harry Douglas

LS 82 Joe Zelenka

H 9 Michael Koenen

You missed one!

[Duff_Man]

Considering the way we platoon players around on the defense, depth charts kind of useless.

But good for Kroy and Spoon.

[sandtrap]

I like it. Thought I thought Spoon was going to take Peterson's spot. I also see Grimes won the LCB starting spot for now.

Nicholas might be out of a job next year if he doesn't watch out.

Actually, he'll take over for Peterson when he's done....

[falconidae]

I'm stunned that Nicholas lost his job. He was and is a quality starter, significantly better than Mike Peterson.

Are we perhaps seeing some signs of favoritism from Mike Smith to Mike P.? Nicholas is significantly faster, longer, and much better in coverage and blitzing. We dont' get nearly the overall improvement in lbr speed that we would have if Weatherspoon was replacing Peterson. Giving that Nicholas was our best coverage backer, isn't this more of just a wash? WHy take a guy in the 1st to produce a wash at that position?

I'm betting Nicholas will be in on third downs and obvious passing situations- he'll probably get as many snaps as Spoon and Peterson.

[BenB321]

+1. Great thread. Kudos to the coach for rewarding players based upon performance, hard work and effort instead of draft status. I think in the long run the Falcon orginization hurt Jamaal's maturation by awarding him starting status based upon his draft status and contract. I don't think there is anyone on this board that would make the argument that Jamaal should have been the starter his first year. Davis clearly was the better player. That is the same year that Abe said Jamaal refused to listen to the vets.

I love Spoon as well. The guy got some jets. I would love to see him knock Reggie Bush out when he tries to catch a pass in the flat.

[The Don™]

I'm betting Nicholas will be in on third downs and obvious passing situations- he'll probably get as many snaps as Spoon and Peterson.

That is what should happen. That gives our defense the best chance to give the offense the ball back on third downs.

And side note, if that depth chart is correct, then that means Jenkins will be ready on Sunday?

[Faithful Falcon]

I hope Grimes can handle the physicality of H.Ward, he always seems to have problems with big/tall receivers. Grimes still has cold sweats thinking about Mushin Muhammad.

Dunta will probably be on Ward. Also, when did Hines get so tall? He's barely 5'11". Grimes also plays big.

[stoned_jc7]

Mike Smith is about rotating players in and out. Owens and Williams will still see a lot of action. So will Nichols. So will our good buddy JA as well.

And honestly, that is the smart play. Lets keep guys fresh, lets keep guys healthy. Plus if someone goes down, we have a backup who has been getting quality reps step right in.

The Falcons have lacked overall depth for years. We are starting to get it back.

[Point_Blank]

Good news!

[BenB321]

Mike Smith is about rotating players in and out. Owens and Williams will still see a lot of action. So will Nichols. So will our good buddy JA as well.

And honestly, that is the smart play. Lets keep guys fresh, lets keep guys healthy. Plus if someone goes down, we have a backup who has been getting quality reps step right in.

The Falcons have lacked overall depth for years. We are starting to get it back.

Thanks to TD. Thanks for nothing McKay!

[atljbo]

I'm really surprised that Grimes is starting over Owens.

The only way i can understand it is that Owens physicality is needed at the NB position.

[xFalconLord]

Finally... thats all I can say

[The Don™]

The only way i can understand it is that Owens physicality is needed at the NB position.

That and even sportfreak told us that Grimes was gonna start.

[Dirtybirdn@tion]

Im happy that Biermann has won a starting spot, hopefully he'll take full advantage of it. The man is a beast!