MayorWest13 Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 (edited) The 2015 NFL season will be the first campaign for the Atlanta Falcons under head coach Dan Quinn, who recently shared his continued excitement to get started with his players via Twitter. When the players arrive, goals will be discussed for each position group and team-wide, each stemming from the ultimate feat of being crowned champions at the end of the year. One of the new additions to the Falcons this year is linebacker Justin Durant, who welcomes any and all challenges that come with turning the club into a Super Bowl contender. "It’s always good to be a part of a resurgence," Durant said. "I’m looking forward to that challenge. I know Coach (Quinn) is going to put everybody in the right spot to be able to succeed in the defense, and he’s going to get the right people out there on the field, and I’m just excited to even be a part of it." Quinn's coaching resume, his energy for the game and his genuine passion for his players' well-being are just a few reasons why guys like Durant signed a contract to play in Atlanta. The move also brings challenges like facing high-profile players in this league, like New Orleans Saints signal-caller Drew Brees and Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton, just to name a few.Thriving in Quinn's scheme will require tireless work in the offseason, meticulous study of the playbook and hours of film study, preparing for each opposition in 2015. "Throughout this league, it’s going to be hard every week," Durant said. "There’s so much talent across the board. You have guys like Drew Brees, one of the best to ever do it, and his ability to get the ball to his receivers is amazing. Cam is one of the best athletes to ever to do it as well, with his arm and with his legs. It’s definitely going to be a challenge, but hopefully we’ll get everything in place and we’ll be able to cause some problems." Edited March 18, 2015 by MayorWest13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PokerSteve Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 I think this guy is just the type Quinn is looking for and counting on to turn this defense around. I'm in his corner and hope he stays healthy and makes a huge impact for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanadonis Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 The 2015 NFL season will be the first campaign for the Atlanta Falcons under head coach Dan Quinn, who recently shared his continued excitement to get started with his players via Twitter. When the players arrive, goals will be discussed for each position group and team-wide, each stemming from the ultimate feat of being crowned champions at the end of the year. One of the new additions to the Falcons this year is linebacker Justin Durant, who welcomes any and all challenges that come with turning the club into a Super Bowl contender. "It’s always good to be a part of a resurgence," Durant said. "I’m looking forward to that challenge. I know Coach (Quinn) is going to put everybody in the right spot to be able to succeed in the defense, and he’s going to get the right people out there on the field, and I’m just excited to even be a part of it." Quinn's coaching resume, his energy for the game and his genuine passion for his players' well-being are just a few reasons why guys like Durant signed a contract to play in Atlanta. The move also brings challenges like facing high-profile players in this league, like New Orleans Saints signal-caller Drew Brees and Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton, just to name a few.Thriving in Quinn's scheme will require tireless work in the offseason, meticulous study of the playbook and hours of film study, preparing for each opposition in 2015. "Throughout this league, it’s going to be hard every week," Durant said. "There’s so much talent across the board. You have guys like Drew Brees, one of the best to ever do it, and his ability to get the ball to his receivers is amazing. Cam is one of the best athletes to ever to do it as well, with his arm and with his legs. It’s definitely going to be a challenge, but hopefully we’ll get everything in place and we’ll be able to cause some problems."Get players who are excited to be here with Coach Quinn or pay high dollar for a guy who just wants high dollar? I will take the hungry guys who are excited to be with the Falcons instead of some guy looking for top dollar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grim Shady Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Kinda makes me wish this was year the Falcons were the featured team on Hard Knocks. While I know that rebuilding is going to take time and i am really trying no to expect too much out of this year, Im really excited to see what these guys can do this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzard_falcon Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Kinda makes me wish this was year the Falcons were the featured team on Hard Knocks. While I know that rebuilding is going to take time and i am really trying no to expect too much out of this year, Im really excited to see what these guys can do this year. Yeah, I would love to get some more Falcons Hard Knocks this season.The 9 eligible teams this year are:TitansJaguarsBuccaneersVikingsTexansRamsGiantsBrownsRedskinsBut of course another team can always volunteer to be on the show, like we did last season.Of the teams listed, I'd probably be most interested in watching the Jaguars or Vikings... relatively new coaching staffs with young QBs.Though of course the Browns or Redskins would come with plenty of drama. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpicBird Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 He needs to be ready to just stay healthy and actually be on the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarod_Briggs2 Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Durant is a GREAT addition. If he is on the field for all 16 games we will have a better D. He is a run and hit LB with great speed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFatboi Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Never heard players say smith will have them in the right spot to succeed on defense. That's a resounding theme with quinn so far by players in Atl and former players in Seattle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrimitiveJN Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Love this signing more and more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Flare Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Could have sworn that said "Dunta." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdogg Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 We will need him to play up to his full potential and then some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thanat0s Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Ha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayOzOne Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 If Durant is a disciple of Mike Peterson, he's perfect to help teach the player we pick at number 8. Peterson added much more to our defense than stats would indicate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autigerfan Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 I like the signing but we still need to draft another linebacker in case the injuries pop up again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DurtyBurdz155 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 I like the signing but we still need to draft another linebacker in case the injuries pop up again. I can see us grabbing one in the 2nd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldskooler Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 Durant is a GREAT addition. If he is on the field for all 16 games we will have a better D. He is a run and hit LB with great speedAnd you have what evidence for this? This guy hasn't done much, then gets blown up when he finally gets on the field.Sure, we all HOPE he does well, but to count on him would be foolish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DurtyBurdz155 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 He is a good LB when healthy..Looking forward to seeing him on the field! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lornoth Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 I'm probably most excited yet nervous about Durant for all our FA's. He could be one of the best players on our D, but we really need him to stay healthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Francis Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 Never heard of the guy until he came here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFatboi Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 I'm probably most excited yet nervous about Durant for all our FA's. He could be one of the best players on our D, but we really need him to stay healthy.My cousin Jeremy Mincey said we were getting a beast. Said he wished the Cowboys kept him. Actually he said we signed a breast lol. D@mn auto correct. Lol. I'll post the text in a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis York Morgan Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 And you have what evidence for this? This guy hasn't done much, then gets blown up when he finally gets on the field.Sure, we all HOPE he does well, but to count on him would be foolish.Not counting on him, but he was having a Pro Bowl year before he got injured last year and the few Cowboys fans I'm friends with say he looked like the best player on that defense. The Cowboys message boards say that too. It's reasonable to be optimistic, while wary due to the injury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrellShropshire Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 He is a very nice defender that I am real excited to see roam around the field. He, Worrilow and Reed all compliment each other very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdBrain53 Posted March 23, 2015 Share Posted March 23, 2015 Talk is cheap let's see him stay healthy for the year and then see how it shakes out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtech1 Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 If he can just somehow stay healthy I love the Durant signing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
autigerfan Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I can see us grabbing one in the 2ndPerryman would be my choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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