The Falcon Jedi Knight Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Atlanta Falcons Falcons sense NFL lockout could be over soon 4:18 pm June 14, 2011, by D. Orlando Ledbetter Quarterback Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons during practice on January 26, 2011 in Kapolei, Hawaii. (Aaron M. Sprecher/NFL) Buford – The Falcons’ seven-on-seven practice on Tuesday was the most spirited one it weeks. Perhaps, it was the first appearance of Pro Bowl wide receiver Roddy White or it may have been the news that the NFL Lockout could be coming to a close in two weeks, according to the Washington Post. “Hopefully, they can get it done,” Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan said. “I’ve seen kind of the same reports that everybody else has seen. Like I’ve said all along, I’ve got good faith in both sides that we’ll come to an agreement and be able to get this worked out so that we can get back to work.” Ryan and the rest of the Falcons hope that a deal is reached by early July, which would give them time to get ready for the normal start of training camp. The Falcons reported for training camp on July 29 last season. Also, an early July settlement would allow for teams to have a frenzied couple of weeks of free agency if a new collective bargaining agreement is reached. Neither, the NFL or the trade association has commented about being close to a settlement. “You never know what’s true and what’s not,” Ryan said. “I hope it gets done as soon as possible. I think it’s good that they are working together and trying to come to an agreement. Whether if it comes next week or in the next few [weeks], we just hope it’s done before training camp would normally roll around.” Since the NFL owners imposed the lockout in March, the NFLPA decertified and filed a lawsuit in federal court. The Eight Circuit Court of Appeals has not ruled on the NFL’s appeal of an injunction to block the lockout that was granted by the District Court. –D. Orlando Ledbetter, The Atlanta Falcons beat blog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Falcon Jedi Knight Posted June 15, 2011 Author Share Posted June 15, 2011 I got onto Roddy on twitter about not practicing with Ryan so far. Maybe it worked Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyHighFalcons Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Roddy is a diva, no denying that. But nobody would know he was a diva if he wasn't a beast WR. I'll take it. I just wish all diva wide receivers worked as hard as TO, ********. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyHighFalcons Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Roddy is a diva, no denying that. But nobody would know he was a diva if he wasn't a beast WR. I'll take it. I just wish all diva wide receivers worked as hard as TO, ********. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
passepartout Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 (edited) Well that is really not good for him. As you need to be a team player. As you need to have chemistry with your team. Not just on game day. But off the field as well. Attending practices even when there is a lockout. To still have chemistry with the team. But Roddy is a diva indeed. And needs to start growing up. Edited June 15, 2011 by passepartout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dem Birds Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I'm not worried about Matt Ryan and Roddy White's chemistry, they have one of the best connections in the league, as long as Roddy is staying in shape, I wasn't worried about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quizztorris Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Oh come on now, are any of you guys watching the news. It's the same thing everywhere, the starting quarterback is throwing to the 2nd and 3rd string receivers EVERYWHERE. The main receivers are not showing up to these things. Did Steve Smith or Hakeem Nicks go to the Giants workout?? Did you hear about Brees connecting with Colston in the Saint's workouts?? Did Steve Smith catch passes from Cam Newton at the Panther's workouts?? Come on, give the guy a break. Also, he was running a friggin' camp for children last week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duff_Man Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Roddy didn't show up to a non-sanctioned practice after taking a massive beating last season and recovering? So what? What the focus should be is that an unpaid Julio Jones is attending and looking great.Some people are way to over-dramatic around here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crankdatfalcon Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I got onto Roddy on twitter about not practicing with Ryan so far. Maybe it worked whats the reasoning of getting on to a probowl player, who doesnt show up to a NOT MANDATORY, NON ORGANIZED, practice????practice, practice, we talkin about practice, not the game but practice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcon Fantom Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 (edited) Did anyone see the film of the falcons 7 on 7 on NFL network yesterday? Roddy is okay and in shape people. Caught a ball on two defenders as usual. Jones is going to have a monster year! He used to be double covered at Alabama and is going to enjoy 1 on 1 coverage. I think defenses will worry about Roddy and not the unproven rookie. He is going to BURN his man!! Are you all ready for some deep bombs from Ryan?? Edited June 15, 2011 by Falcon Fantom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theyhateme : ) Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 He caught a sweet pass between Grimes and the safety.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconidae Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 It's not practice- even the players aren't calling it practice.There's no coaches, no film, no new material, no mandate to be there. White has an incredible rapport with Ryan, knows the playbook inside and out and keeps himself in great shape- no need for him to be there.It's great for Jones because he's got a playbook and can learn a lot and start developing a rapport with Ryan, Veterans can use the extra time off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcon Fantom Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 It's not practice- even the players aren't calling it practice.There's no coaches, no film, no new material, no mandate to be there. White has an incredible rapport with Ryan, knows the playbook inside and out and keeps himself in great shape- no need for him to be there.It's great for Jones because he's got a playbook and can learn a lot and start developing a rapport with Ryan, Veterans can use the extra time off.I fixed it no practice. Did you see the catch though! It was beautiful. I have always said that I was not worried that Roddy was not on the field. He had showed up to some of the 7 on 7 s and he was dinged up last year. He needed the rest because we need him this season. I pretty sure he knows that and was and is taking things slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllStarHandyMan Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 i think it was good that white didnt come cause that gave Ryan some time to pass to the other weapons... and hope him and Harry can get something going Ryan over throw him and under throw him a lot so maybe that have a little feel for each other and Harry can start catching little better! GO FALCONS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peyton Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I'll say the same thing about Roddy White that I said last year after the Miami pre season game when everybody was dogging him.Roddy White is the last Falcon that I am worried about being ready to play. The very last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbowl Champs Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Oh come on now, are any of you guys watching the news. It's the same thing everywhere, the starting quarterback is throwing to the 2nd and 3rd string receivers EVERYWHERE. The main receivers are not showing up to these things. Did Steve Smith or Hakeem Nicks go to the Giants workout?? Did you hear about Brees connecting with Colston in the Saint's workouts?? Did Steve Smith catch passes from Cam Newton at the Panther's workouts?? Come on, give the guy a break. Also, he was running a friggin' camp for children last week.June 14, 2011http://twitter.com/scott_codyred zone @ saints prax... 1st team O goes 2-4... Brees 2 TD to Marques Colston Just sayin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julio Pwns Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 Roddy Has been running a football camp for children in South Carolina.It's not like the guy has been at home sitting on the couch. I'd much rather him take a week or two off to be a positive role model to children than be here for a glorified throwing session that isn't going to matter at all in a few months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revenge Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 on a related note 0 packers showed up for their workouts, because they aren't having any.I'm not worried at all about our perennial pro bowler missing a voluntary workout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quizztorris Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 June 14, 2011http://twitter.com/scott_codyred zone @ saints prax... 1st team O goes 2-4... Brees 2 TD to Marques Colston Just sayin!Oh I'm sorry, I mistook those highlights for the local high school team. My bad. Just sayin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aPureTerror Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 End the lockout immediately. Leggo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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