falcons007 Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 http://www.atlantafa...utm_source=t.coQuoting some parts...Since joining the Falcons in the offseason, Osi Umenyiora has quickly shown the rest of Atlanta’s young defensive ends what it means to be a professional pass rusher in the NFL. After seeing his new teammates at the recent minicamp, he shared some favorable feelings.This isn’t Osi Umenyiora’s first time at the leadership table. After spending 10 seasons in New York, Umenyiora knows what it takes to lead a highly effective defensive line, all the way to a Super Bowl championship.That Super Bowl pedigree may have had something to do with the decision by the Falcons in the offseason to add Umenyiora to the team. It may also have to do with the two-time Pro Bowler’s career production. Or, it could have something to do with the type of leadership he’s displayed since joining the Falcons.“They’re maturing,” Umenyiora said. “They’re maturing very, very fast. Malliciah (Goodman) is a good player. (Jonathan) Massaquoi is very good also. These are going to be tremendous football players in this league.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OC Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 I'm excited to see Mass and Goodman get reps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcons007 Posted June 22, 2013 Author Share Posted June 22, 2013 I'm excited to see Mass and Goodman get reps.Yeah Osi seems to be high on those guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
757falcons Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 He has come from new York where some of the best pass rushers are from Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcons007 Posted June 22, 2013 Author Share Posted June 22, 2013 He has come from new York where some of the best pass rushers are fromHe said in an interview, that Michael Strahan taught him when he first came to the NFL, and will be happy to give some of that to the young guys here. I hope the young guys learn some of that Michael Strahan wisdom in pass rush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuggle'2 Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 He said in an interview, that Michael Strahan taught him when he first came to the NFL, and will be happy to give some of that to the young guys here. I hope the young guys learn some of that Michael Strahan wisdom in pass rush.Pretty cool he is helping the young guys. Sometimes that can be better than coaching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcons007 Posted June 22, 2013 Author Share Posted June 22, 2013 Pretty cool he is helping the young guys. Sometimes that can be better than coaching.Yeah, young guys look up to the vet players, sometimes you can't ask the coaches everything. I always respected Mike Peterson, Todd McClure and Roddy White for taking the young guys under their wings. Konz said repeatedly about McClure helping him out in the beginning and we all know Roddy and Tony helping Julio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PK Manley Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 Loving what I'm hearing about Osi and Jackson this offseason. Osi seems more like a vocal leader, while Jackson seems to more lead by example. And that really suits what we need...Osi helping the young guys on the D-line, while Jackson really doesn't need to be that guy for the offense. They both just seem to be fitting into their roles on this team really well, and both have a great work ethic and attitude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
757falcons Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 I have a guy feeling this is going to be the best Falcons team of All-time feeling that superbowl and I try to keep it real but I really think this is the year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcons007 Posted June 22, 2013 Author Share Posted June 22, 2013 I have a guy feeling this is going to be the best Falcons team of All-time feeling that superbowl and I try to keep it real but I really think this is the yearYeah, RT on OL is a big unknown and the DL has lot of young guys. Except that, the team is pretty good at starting positions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
End zone Jones Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 Loving what I'm hearing about Osi and Jackson this offseason. Osi seems more like a vocal leader, while Jackson seems to more lead by example. And that really suits what we need...Osi helping the young guys on the D-line, while Jackson really doesn't need to be that guy for the offense. They both just seem to be fitting into their roles on this team really well, and both have a great work ethic and attitude.I could not agree more..Time shall tell though! We just gotta put that all together this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulitik Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 Finally some news on the DL. Good stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
End zone Jones Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 (edited) I have a guy feeling this is going to be the best Falcons team of All-time feeling that superbowl and I try to keep it real but I really think this is the yearI'm more worried about the O line than anything!We have an unproven and lacking of "game experience" O line, that HAS to protect Matt!I believe our D should be "good enough" again to win us a division title! Edited June 22, 2013 by Mr. Derrty Bird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
757falcons Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 I'm more worried about the O line than anything!We have an unproven and lacking of "game experience" O line, that HAS to protect Matt!I believe our D should be "good enough" again to win us a division title! I hear ya man but that's the great thing about Jackson, better screens, play-action, and pass blocking that helps a o-line big time I think the big thing missing on the line is leadership Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesgall13 Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 I love the Osi signing, nice to see a fellow London born man who has done so well in the NFL. Hope Goodman and Mass get lots of game time this year. We desperately need an improved pass rush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwifalcon Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 I'm more worried about the O line than anything!We have an unproven and lacking of "game experience" O line, that HAS to protect Matt!I believe our D should be "good enough" again to win us a division title!I'm not I think Pat Hill has a handle on this much like Mike Nolan has a handle on how the defense will play this year when in doubt I look at coaching what we have is very good So to me while inexpereince can be an issue I believe in our coaches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSalmon Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 I'm more worried about the O line than anything!We have an unproven and lacking of "game experience" O line, that HAS to protect Matt!I believe our D should be "good enough" again to win us a division title!That's not exactly true. It kinda is so no slam here. But we have a 6 year vet in Baker , 7 year vet in Blalock, a 2nd year vet who started as a rookie in Konz and a 5 year vet with both starting and game experience in Reynolds , and Johnson who is a 4 year vet with game experience. You're right if Holmes starts he has what one game with a few snaps, but even he is a second year vet who "redshirted" a year learning behind Clabo. We actually have a pretty vet and experienced OL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falconsfan567 Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 I have a guy feeling this is going to be the best Falcons team of All-time feeling that superbowl and I try to keep it real but I really think this is the yearI guess it's better to have a guy feeling than a girl feeling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
757falcons Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 I guess it's better to have a guy feeling than a girl feeling. man stupid auto correct haha it is fun to see that stuff. For those who don't know meant gut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autigerfan Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 I hope Osi produces 10+ sacks and we need to get 6+ from Bierman and maybe another 5 from one of the young DE's. I could see it happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
End zone Jones Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 I hear ya man but that's the great thing about Jackson, better screens, play-action, and pass blocking that helps a o-line big time I think the big thing missing on the line is leadershipI do think Jackson will help a lot honestly..I just hope they play well together.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
End zone Jones Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 I'm not I think Pat Hill has a handle on this much like Mike Nolan has a handle on how the defense will play this year when in doubt I look at coaching what we have is very good So to me while inexpereince can be an issue I believe in our coaches.I hope so. That's not exactly true. It kinda is so no slam here. But we have a 6 year vet in Baker , 7 year vet in Blalock, a 2nd year vet who started as a rookie in Konz and a 5 year vet with both starting and game experience in Reynolds , and Johnson who is a 4 year vet with game experience. You're right if Holmes starts he has what one game with a few snaps, but even he is a second year vet who "redshirted" a year learning behind Clabo. We actually have a pretty vet and experienced OL.That is true, I should've worded it different.I meant, I hope they play well together with the new pieces on the line.The main thing is keep Matt standing, without him no SB! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcons007 Posted June 23, 2013 Author Share Posted June 23, 2013 I hope so.That is true, I should've worded it different.I meant, I hope they play well together with the new pieces on the line.The main thing is keep Matt standing, without him no SB!RT is an unkown, we shall know by 3rd preseason game though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tandy Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 I hope Osi produces 10+ sacks against the Saints alone.fixed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdz4i Posted June 23, 2013 Share Posted June 23, 2013 just hope he is right, cause we need them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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