xSICKxWITHxITx Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 NFL draft insider Tony Pauline "hears" that the Falcons plan to move Peter Konz to center in 2013, replacing free agent Todd McClure.McClure is 36 years old, and it sounds like he's played his final down in Atlanta. Konz, the 55th overall pick in last year's draft, made 12 starts as a rookie right guard, including both playoff games. He was a liability as both a run and pass blocker, but the Falcons believe he will thrive at center.Related: Todd McClureSource: TFY Draft Insider Feb 14 - 9:39 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g-dawg Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Pauline must have really big bionic EARS if he overheard that from whatever part of country he lives in all the way to Flowery Branch. amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muskokas finest © Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ya_boi_j Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Lol no surprise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peyton Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 They've been saying this every year for the last 3 years. I bet he's resigned for the minimum and starts every game again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconidae Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 They've been saying this every year for the last 3 years. I bet he's resigned for the minimum and starts every game again.Think this is the year that they finally have a replacement for him. He probably retires and the Falcons keep his number on speed dial if something happens to Konz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulitik Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 They've been saying this every year for the last 3 years. I bet he's resigned for the minimum and starts every game again.I don't think so this time. Konz or Hawley have to step up and take the job. If he is, it will be after camp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychic Gibbon Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 I'm shocked. SHOCKED. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1989Fan Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 it would be nice for Falcons to verify this so we as fans can mock RG into our drafts knowing Konz is definately not going to be the RG. Reynolds at RG wouldnt surprise me for next season honestly. Just too bad MIke Johnson didnt grab the spot. I guess I dont get why he didnt get a run at the RG spot but yet they look at him as a RT spot, which traditionally should require more ability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peyton Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Think this is the year that they finally have a replacement for him. He probably retires and the Falcons keep his number on speed dial if something happens to Konz.I hope not. I hope McClure is able to make a clean retirement and the Falcons show him the respect he deserves, which is considerable.I hope they don't bring him into camp and cut him. That would suck. Just tell him now if they are moving on so they can throw him a big azz retirement party. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1989Fan Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 I agree Peyton. Over the years of MANY poor and underperforming OLman, McClure was basically the only guy who could be reliable (and underrated) every single season. And he never griped for more cash to stay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delaigle Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 (edited) They keep 5 starters plus 1 C/G and 1 OT active on game dayWhat do you do if a OG gets hurt? ----- for the rest of that game---Bring in Hawley at OG??? really ?? or move Konz to OG and bring in Hawley at C?or bring in the OT at OGor move Clabo to OG and bring in the OT at Otplay games with all the names and see if you like any of it! Edited February 14, 2013 by delaigle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumblesjr Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 now we know rg is the spot of need. konz is going to be a great center for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danishfalcon Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Best 7th round pick in franchise history. Loved his speech in the NFCCG. Too bad we couldn't get him a ring if he does in fact retire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leowolf Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leowolf Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Konz better be better at C than he was at G cause he was nothing special and our weakest link on offensive line Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kizu_7 Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 I thought this was going to be a topic about a Seya McClure, possibly his wife or daughter ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutkastFalcon Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 I think Konz showed some definite ability, but he still looked so raw for some reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EightyEight Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Konz better be better at C than he was at G cause he was nothing special and our weakest link on offensive lineHe just needed more time. He was DOMINATING some of the guys he went against last year. I mean pancake blocking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazoo Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 They've been saying this every year for the last 3 years. According to Cappy, they've been saying this every year since 2001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymadd Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 This just proves that we may go RG early cause Reynolds is a backup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOEinPHX Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 I agree Peyton. Over the years of MANY poor and underperforming OLman, McClure was basically the only guy who could be reliable (and underrated) every single season. And he never griped for more cash to stay.Actually, he did, but he saw the reality of the situation pretty quickly. http://www.examiner.com/article/atlanta-falcons-todd-mcclure-present-at-mini-camp-rumors-of-holdout-appear-falseThe rest of what you say is more or less on point - McClure deserves our respect and gratitude. I believe the Falcons will see things the same way.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Dog Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Any veteran player deserves our gratitude but don't forget, this is a business and winning makes your business successful. When it's time to go..........it's time to go. Declining players need to move on. Just a fact in the NFL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
since68andcounting Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Best 7th round pick in franchise history. Loved his speech in the NFCCG. Too bad we couldn't get him a ring if he does in fact retire.I dunno about that. Jamal Anderson was a 7th round pick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFanSince1970 Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 According to Cappy, they've been saying this every year since 2001 Well bro we've been trying to cut Mud Duck for a decade now. Through three regimes.This could finally be the year.From what I've seen from Konz and Hawley so far? Maybe not.Hopefully so.I mean Dimi drafted two centers to replace him.Somebody needs to rise right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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