hjerry Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 A new culture: The environment at Flowery Branch has transformed considerably since Dan Quinn took over, and it’s palpable on the field. Quinn said he doesn’t want to have “clean” practices in which everything goes smoothly; instead, he wants to foster an intense atmosphere similar to what they’ll experience on Sundays. So far, the players seem to be embracing this change. “[Practice is] definitely fast,” safety Charles Godfrey said. “That’s what we’re going to be. When people watch us, they’re going to be like, ‘Golly, they run. They run to the ball and they get the ball.’ That’s our focus; that’s what we pride ourselves on. The practice speed is fast so when we get out to the game everything is slow, but we’re still fast because we’re used to practicing that way. It’s good for us.” Applying new knowledge: After months of meetings and playbook study, the Falcons were excited to get on the field and immerse themselves in game situations.“It takes time when you’ve got some new concepts and new things,” Matt Ryan said. “Obviously you want to get those reps under your belt. You can work in a meeting all you want. There’s nothing like getting actual reps in practice … It’s a progression to each thing as you learn new concepts, but I thought it was a good start.” Embracing competition: There will be a number of intriguing position battles to monitor during training camp, and OTAs are giving us a small preview of these contests. Devonta Freeman, who will compete against rookieTevin Coleman at running back, believes these situations help him reach his potential.“I’ve been in competition my whole life — especially with great athletes, even in little league,” Freeman said. “I was going to elementary class and there were guys who were real good, faster than me, stronger and bigger. I feel like it developed me. It gives me that drive knowing there’s another guy just as good.” Pass rush a focus: The Falcons ran a lot of third down plays Tuesday and placed a heavy emphasis on rushing the passer. Quinn mentioned that Vic Beasley, Adrian Claybornand Kroy Biermann fared particularly well during these drills."The big thing that we're going to preach is trying to move the quarterback off the spot. How many times can we get that quarterback to move?" Quinn added. "So the speed and the effort and the way that we come off the ball, that's some of the things that you try and implement on third down.” Injury Update: Injured players Joe Hawley (knee), William Moore (shoulder),Brooks Reed (groin), Jake Matthews (foot), Antone Smith (leg), Jalen Collins(foot) and Peter Konz (knee) were sidelined during practice. Sam Baker (knee) andDezmen Southward (knee) rehabbed indoors. http://www.atlantafalcons.com/news/article-1/5-Things-We-Learned-From-Day-1-of-OTAs/9a31d7b6-e029-4603-aaa6-923de5c1ca34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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PokerSteve Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 "Every play on defense we will be going for the ball." Dan Quinn.The fathers smiled, the mothers beamed, the puppies danced and all the little children said, aaaaaaaa-men, Mr. Quinn, aaaaaaaaa-men! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest King Jigsaw Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Waiting for the board to blow up regarding Biermann "looking good" in pass rushing drills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanadonis Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 “It takes time when you’ve got some new concepts and new things,” Matt Ryan said. “Obviously you want to get those reps under your belt. You can work in a meeting all you want. There’s nothing like getting actual reps in practice … It’s a progression to each thing as you learn new concepts, but I thought it was a good start.”Not good news for Hawley. Matt Ryan is getting comfortable with James Stone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herr Doktor Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 One can hope with a change of scheme, all our villified players might have a chance to shine yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falconidae Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Waiting for the board to blow up regarding Biermann "looking good" in pass rushing drills.If the Falcons can finally get some push up the middle, all the edge rushers will look better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grrrillapmpn Inc.® Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Still skeptical. Last season our pass rush looked good against our o line as well. Can't adequately judge a pass rush against our o line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Francis Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Thanks hjerry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Francis Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Waiting for the board to blow up regarding Biermann "looking good" in pass rushing drills.He looked like he's gained some weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest King Jigsaw Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 If the Falcons can finally get some push up the middle, all the edge rushers will look better.Now where have I heard that before.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFanSince1970 Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Waiting for the board to blow up regarding Biermann "looking good" in pass rushing drills.Not surprised at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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