Falcons RapidReports: Sept. 6

[theProf]

Latest Falcons RapidReports

21 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Falcons face a talented Bears front seven

Offensive Coordinator Mike Mularkey said the Bears front-seven is so good because they have talent and they rotate efficiently: “They do a very good job of rotating those good players. They’re fresh pretty much the whole game and they all have high motors and high energy. They play from snap to whistle for all four quarters.” Falcons RapidReports

23 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Armstrong: Bears keep opponents from punting out of bounds

Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong on punting strategy when kicking to the Bears WR Devin Hester : “If you’re not a directional-punting team don’t start directional punting that week. ... That’s where people have gotten into trouble. Because it sounds easy, but they (the Bears) do things to keep you from punting out of bounds.” Falcons RapidReports

1 minute ago - by Knox Bardeen - Directional kicking not always best vs. Bears

Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong said, when kicking to WR Devin Hester , it’s best for punters not to try and directional kick if that’s not their specialty: “Through the years everybody tries to keep it away from him (Hester). The teams that execute best versus him are the teams that do what they do (best).” Falcons RapidReports

1 minute ago - by Knox Bardeen - Reynolds won RG position with effort

Offensive Coordinator Mike Mularky on why OL Garrett Reynolds won the position battle at right guard: “Garrett Reynolds has done absolutely everything we’ve asked from him and more. He’s played his tail off every play since he’s been here and it’s nice to see guys who work hard get rewarded.” Falcons RapidReports

7 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Ryan's brilliance helps him prepare

Offensive Coordinator Mike Mularkey said that he gleans knowledge from QB Matt Ryan on a weekly basis and that Ryan’s intelligence and work ethic helps the entire offense: “He’s so well prepared on his own without us having to do a lot of work with him.” Falcons RapidReports

19 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - VanGorder says CB Hayden will see time

Defensive coordinator Brian VanGorder said that he’s confident that new CB Kelvin Hayden will be ready for Week 1 in Chicago. He did not mention how much playing time Hayden would receive or exactly what his role would be. It’s likely he’ll split time at nickel back with CB Dominique Franks and/or CB Christopher Owens. Falcons RapidReports

20 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Mughelli on the lookout for Urlacher

FB Ovie Mughelli said he’s going to make sure he’s prepared for Chicago LB Brian Urlacher, as well as the rest of the Bears defense. Mughelli thinks Urlacher makes everyone around him better and he’ll have something to prove to naysayers who think he’s lost a step. Falcons RapidReports

20 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Mughelli says rookies need to beware of road

FB Ovie Mughelli said starting the season on the road is no big deal for veterans. But it could be harder for the rookies: “For the younger guys being on the road first could be a distraction -- flights, hotels, different locker rooms, those things can distract you if you don’t have your stuff straight.” Falcons RapidReports

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/rapid-reports/team/ATL

[theProf]

1 minute ago - by Knox Bardeen - Reynolds won RG position with effort

Offensive Coordinator Mike Mularky on why OL Garrett Reynolds won the position battle at right guard: Garrett Reynolds has done absolutely everything weve asked from him and more. Hes played his tail off every play since hes been here and its nice to see guys who work hard get rewarded. Falcons RapidReports

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/rapid-reports/team/ATL

[theProf]

1 minute ago - by Knox Bardeen - Directional kicking not always best vs. Bears

Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong said, when kicking to WR Devin Hester , its best for punters not to try and directional kick if thats not their specialty: Through the years everybody tries to keep it away from him (Hester). The teams that execute best versus him are the teams that do what they do (best). Falcons RapidReports

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/rapid-reports/team/ATL

[ltstorm2]

1 minute ago - by Knox Bardeen - Directional kicking not always best vs. Bears

Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong said, when kicking to WR Devin Hester , it’s best for punters not to try and directional kick if that’s not their specialty: “Through the years everybody tries to keep it away from him (Hester). The teams that execute best versus him are the teams that do what they do (best).” Falcons RapidReports

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/rapid-reports/team/ATL

We havn't been so great at covering kicks or punts so DO NOT PUNT TO DEVON HESTER **** IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[JOEinPHX]

1 minute ago - by Knox Bardeen - Directional kicking not always best vs. Bears

Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong said, when kicking to WR Devin Hester , it’s best for punters not to try and directional kick if that’s not their specialty: “Through the years everybody tries to keep it away from him (Hester). The teams that execute best versus him are the teams that do what they do (best).” Falcons RapidReports

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/rapid-reports/team/ATL

I think we'll finally learn if Bosher can put it through the end zone.

[since68andcounting]

If we punt to Hester we will get what we deserve...a 7 point deficit. They're crazy if they plan on punting to this guy. Put the kickoffs in the end zone and the punts to the corner. Period. Don't be cocky and stupid.

This brings up another point...I'm not so nuts about our special teams coach. Has anyone noticed that our seeming lack of ability to consistently cover kicks/punts directly coincided with the last change in ST coaches?

[PokerSteve]

I think we'll finally learn if Bosher can put it through the end zone.

^^ Not something I'd make a huge wager on.

[ltstorm2]

If we punt to Hester we will get what we deserve...a 7 point deficit. They're crazy if they plan on punting to this guy. Put the kickoffs in the end zone and the punts to the corner. Period. Don't be cocky and stupid.

This brings up another point...I'm not so nuts about our special teams coach. Has anyone noticed that our seeming lack of ability to consistently cover kicks/punts directly coincided with the last change in ST coaches?

We were an absolute beast in coverage in 2008, I really want to know what happened.

[theProf]

21 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Falcons face a talented Bears front seven

Offensive Coordinator Mike Mularkey said the Bears front-seven is so good because they have talent and they rotate efficiently: “They do a very good job of rotating those good players. They’re fresh pretty much the whole game and they all have high motors and high energy. They play from snap to whistle for all four quarters.” Falcons RapidReports

23 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Armstrong: Bears keep opponents from punting out of bounds

Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong on punting strategy when kicking to the Bears WR Devin Hester : “If you’re not a directional-punting team don’t start directional punting that week. ... That’s where people have gotten into trouble. Because it sounds easy, but they (the Bears) do things to keep you from punting out of bounds.” Falcons RapidReports

[ltstorm2]

21 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Falcons face a talented Bears front seven

Offensive Coordinator Mike Mularkey said the Bears front-seven is so good because they have talent and they rotate efficiently: “They do a very good job of rotating those good players. They’re fresh pretty much the whole game and they all have high motors and high energy. They play from snap to whistle for all four quarters.” Falcons RapidReports

23 minutes ago - by Knox Bardeen - Armstrong: Bears keep opponents from punting out of bounds

Special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong on punting strategy when kicking to the Bears WR Devin Hester : “If you’re not a directional-punting team don’t start directional punting that week. ... That’s where people have gotten into trouble. Because it sounds easy, but they (the Bears) do things to keep you from punting out of bounds.” Falcons RapidReports

That Armstrong statement sounds to me like he's trying to puff out his chest and wants to punt to Hester to show off his unit.

[FA91]

^^ Not something I'd make a huge wager on.

On one of the last KO's, if not the last against the Ravens, Bosher sailed it. I realized he probably had been told to keep the ball in play to check out the ST guys.

I don't think he'll have a problem.

[FalconFanSince1970]

We were an absolute beast in coverage in 2008, I really want to know what happened.

Koenan was nailing some high 45 yarders in 2008. He slipped a little the next couple years but still got his kick offs in the end zone. He was a touch back demon last year.

Bosher seems to be a decent punter but his kick offs might be a little suspect in an Illinois wind.

[theProf]

Did anyone think it was strange that the Falcons stated that Hayden would be ready to go in week 1, but no mention whatsoever of Sanders? CB is evidently much more of a concern to the Falcons than S.

[swift]

Rookie Jacquizz Rodgers is fourth on the Falcons' depth chart at tailback entering Week 1.

Jason Snelling will resume third-down duties while backing up Michael Turner against the Bears this week. Rodgers is also behind Antone Smith. The fifth-rounder is unlikely to see more than a few carries a game as a change-of-pace option early in the season.

[iQue]

Did anyone think it was strange that the Falcons stated that Hayden would be ready to go in week 1, but no mention whatsoever of Sanders? CB is evidently much more of a concern to the Falcons than S.

With our safeties pretty much concrete(for now at least), Sanders won't be needed as much game one. Hayden could be a difference maker in two positions and I think it speaks for the lack of confidence in Owens and Franks. Thank God it's Chicago week one!

[Xfactor]

Rookie Jacquizz Rodgers is fourth on the Falcons' depth chart at tailback entering Week 1.

Jason Snelling will resume third-down duties while backing up Michael Turner against the Bears this week. Rodgers is also behind Antone Smith. The fifth-rounder is unlikely to see more than a few carries a game as a change-of-pace option early in the season.

:blink:

[Banned]

Woot! Hayden!

[vel]

Did anyone think it was strange that the Falcons stated that Hayden would be ready to go in week 1, but no mention whatsoever of Sanders? CB is evidently much more of a concern to the Falcons than S.

It's a little easier to get up to speed playing corner. Especially nickel. A lot of man and hook curl or flat zones. Your coverage is what others play off as opposed to being the safety, you play to back up the corners and linebackers in zone. Even if he doesn't get the zone schemes, he knows how to play man.

[Snowen]

Did anyone think it was strange that the Falcons stated that Hayden would be ready to go in week 1, but no mention whatsoever of Sanders? CB is evidently much more of a concern to the Falcons than S.

Well, correct me if im wrong, but wasnt Hayden having some health issues that was a concern for him even being in the game?? So in that sense, while Sanders was healthy, they didnt need to mention him because he was already known to play in the game, where as Hayden was questionable at the time so mentioning him saying he was likely to play, is more significant

[YoungHeezy]

I wanna see Antone Smith catch a screen or two

[theProf]

Well, correct me if im wrong, but wasnt Hayden having some health issues that was a concern for him even being in the game?? So in that sense, while Sanders was healthy, they didnt need to mention him because he was already known to play in the game, where as Hayden was questionable at the time so mentioning him saying he was likely to play, is more significant

It is true that Hayden is coming off an end of the year IR season, and I understand your point. However, I don't think that injuries or the lack thereof are playing into the Falcons DB situation, as both are now medically cleared to play. Atlanta needs Hayden to play NCB much more and sooner than they need Sanders to play S. Hayden is being pressed into playing as soon as possible, due to an apparent lack of complete confidence in Owens/Franks.

On the other hand, Sanders can be eased into playing due to lack of urgency in subbing for or possibly replacing DeCoud/Moore. I think that we will see Hayden playing much sooner than we will see Sanders playing. Hayden might get significant playing time in game 1, whereas Sanders might not get significant playing time until game 3 or 4. Now if the Falcons begin publishing reports that Sanders will be ready to play in game 1, then my theory might be wrong, and I'll need to reread the tea leaves.

[sanfranfalcon]

Both came to start&will start sooner than any of us might expect...book it

Edit:unless they grab defensive concept like Ty Hill :blink:

Edited September 7, 2011 by sanfranfalcon

[kywildcats]

On one of the last KO's, if not the last against the Ravens, Bosher sailed it. I realized he probably had been told to keep the ball in play to check out the ST guys.

I don't think he'll have a problem.

I agree if you look at his KO it looks awkward and very compact. To me it looked like he was holding back because he rarely followed through past his waist.

[AAllInFlynn]

Rookie Jacquizz Rodgers is fourth on the Falcons' depth chart at tailback entering Week 1.

Jason Snelling will resume third-down duties while backing up Michael Turner against the Bears this week. Rodgers is also behind Antone Smith. The fifth-rounder is unlikely to see more than a few carries a game as a change-of-pace option early in the season.

I disagree. They worked his izz off against the Pittsburgh defense picking up blitzes. He definitely earned some stripes that game. He will see time, you can count on that.

[I want Good Coordinators]

We were an absolute beast in coverage in 2008, I really want to know what happened.

jesus christmas, We didnt sign the best punter in the league to come back