atlbaby Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Quote Practicing against Von Miller has Ty Sambrailo ready for anything Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Ty Sambrailo just might make his eighth career NFL start come Sunday in Detroit. And he might be asked to contend with a guy such as Ezekiel Ansah, who just came off a three-sack performance Monday night. Whatever the case, the Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle feels well prepared to fill the void, if starting right tackle Ryan Schraeder happens to be sidelined by a concussion. So why does Sambrailo, a former 2015 second-round pick of Denver who was traded from the Broncos in exchange for a fifth-round pick, feel so confident after being discarded just 19 days ago? Well, it has a lot to do with the guy he faced on a regular basis in practice the previous two years. Von Miller. "Every day, pretty much," Sambrailo said of how much he contended with Miller. "He's just such a versatile player. The speed he plays with and just the knowledge he plays the game with is so impressive. It's nice to be able to learn from someone like that, who's done it all and has seen it all. He'd leave some stuff in the tank every once in a while, and you'd kind of see some stuff come out as camp went on. But over my time in Denver, I think I saw everything that he brought to the table." The encounters were much more than just one-sided battles in Miller's favor. The Super Bowl 50 MVP and elite pass-rusher actually took time to work with Sambrailo. "He and I kind of talked after plays, and he'd say what he was looking at, and I'd say what I was looking at," Sambrailo said. "I try to have a pretty good relationship with the defensive guys because at the end of the day, we can help each other grow as players. You can address weaknesses or strengths and just go from there. "It's crazy because Von's obviously elite. He's kind of a freak athlete. But at the end of the day, you just have to kind of execute your technique, and it should take care of itself. I've just been trying to focus on that as I've grown as a player." One aspect Sambrailo refuses to dwell on is what went wrong in Denver. Sure, he had some bad games, including getting abused by new teammate Vic Beasley Jr. when the Falcons beat the Broncos in Denver last season -- Beasley recorded 3.5 sacks. But Sambrailo said health issues definitely contributed to him not playing up to standard with the Broncos. "I had a few games in there were I struggled, battled through some injuries," Sambrailo said. "I tore my labrum, and I had surgery on that. And then during camp the following season, I broke my elbow. So I missed all of camp and preseason. "I was kind of thrown into a situation. And obviously, they picked me to play there, and they picked me to go in and contribute. I may have not been physically fully 100 percent ready to go, but I went out there and I did my best. A couple of days wasn't good enough. And I'm happy to be healthy now." Sambrailo played 49 of 58 offensive snaps after replacing a concussed Schraeder last Sunday night against the Packers. Naturally, there was some rust, but his performance on the fly gained the respect of those around him. "I think he did a great job for us in that game," quarterback Matt Ryan said of Sambrailo. "It's not an easy thing to do to come in, especially when you haven't been here all that long. But he did a really nice job for us. Obviously, he's a consummate professional, was prepared and ready to go. I think having a week to prepare will be good for him." If he starts Sunday, Sambrailo will be challenged not only to work in unison with new starting right guard Wes Schweitzer when it comes to running the outside zone blocking scheme, but he'll also need to hold up in pass protection against a variety of rushers off the left edge. "Ziggy flips side a little bit," Sambrailo said of Ansah. "They do roll a lot of fronts, a lot of guys in and out. Got to get ready for them all." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbaby Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 Quote Sambrailo ready to re-launch his career with the Falcons Posted: 5:23 p.m. Wednesday, September 20, 2017 Ty Sambrailo is finally healthy and believes he’s ready to show that he can handle NFL offensive line duties. The former Colorado State standout was drafted by Denver in the second round (59th overall) in 2015. But things didn’t work out with the Broncos, and he was traded to the Falcons for a fifth-round pick Sept. 1. With starting right tackle Ryan Schraeder in the NFL’s concussion protocol, Sambrailo is set to start against the Detroit Lions at 1 p.m. Sunday at Ford Field. “Feeling good,” Sambrailo said. “Feeling healthy. I’m excited to finally be 100 percent and playing good football.” Sambrailo started three games as a rookie before he suffered a shoulder injury and was placed on injured reserve. The Broncos went on to win Super Bowl 50, and he received a ring. Last season, Sambrailo played in 10 games and started in four, including the game against the Falcons where he was pulled in the third quarter after Vic Beasley broke loose for 3.5 sacks. Sambrailo was coming back from a hyperextended elbow injury, but didn’t make any excuses for his showing. Sambrailo didn’t feel any additional pressure to succeed in Denver because he played collegiately in-state. “I’ve always put enough pressure on myself,” Sambrailo said. “I was just kind of battling through some circumstances and trying to make the best of my situation. Some things worked out for me and I learned a lot. Some things didn’t and I also learned from those. I grew as person and as a player.” The Falcons made the move for Sambrailo because they didn’t have any experienced backup tackles. Tom Compton, last season’s swing tackle, was allowed to leave via free agency. He signed with the Bears. Sambrailo, 25, opened his rookie season as Denver’s left tackle, with Ryan Clady out injured. Sambrailo, who’s listed at 6-foot-5 and 311 pounds, hopes to get his career back on track. “I was thankful for my opportunity there, but I’m really happy that I’m here,” Sambrailo said. “I’m happy that the Falcons reached out and wanted me here. They saw what I’m capable of and now I just have to out and do it.” Sambrailo has picked up the Falcons’ blocking system quickly. “It similar to what (former coach Gary) Kubiak ran when he was in Denver,” Sambrailo said. “I don’t know what they are running know, but I’ve had 14 years of football knowledge piled together. It’s all the same, just different terminology.” Sambrailo played 49 of the 58 offensive snaps (84 percent) against the Green Bay Packers after Schraeder suffered a concussion. He lay on the turf, face down, after throwing a block on Packers cornerback Davon House. “Ty did a great job this last game of stepping up and playing really well,” center Alex Mack said. The Falcons believe that Sambrailo will be ready to face the Lions. “I have the utmost confidence in Ty,” left tackle Jake Matthews said. “He’s a good player. He’s only been here a couple of weeks, but he’s definitely on top of things. He’s done a good job.” Sambrailo is from Watsonville, Calif., and was a two-way high school player for St. Francis Central Cost Catholic High. He won the league’s defensive and offensive player of the year award. Sambrailo played defensive tackle and nose guard. He was a two-star recruit in the same class as Matthews and picked Colorado State over Sacramento State, Southern Utah, and Weber State. Sambrailo is trying to have a solid week of practice. “The way we practice here is full speed,” Sambrailo said. “So, going into last week I knew that if I had to go in, I was ready. Unfortunately, Ryan got knocked out and I had to go in and play. I felt confident and ready just from the way that we practice.” Sambrailo will play next to Wes Schweitzer, who’ll be making his third NFL start. He played much better against Green Bay after struggling against Chicago in the season opener. “It’s nice playing with him,” Sambrailo said. “I got mixed in quite a bit over the past two weeks at both tackles. I was kind of ready to play where ever I needed to.” Sambrailo has been learning from offensive line coach Chris Morgan. “He’s been great,” Sambrailo said. “He’s very particular in the way that he wants things done, the team is very particular in the way they want things done and the way they want it to look on film. I know exactly what I need to do and I know exactly how it should look.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkerFalcon8710 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 really hoping the best for this guy, very underrated trade that could really become a lopsided trade in our favor especially if last game is any indication. sure he had some struggles but for a guy whos been here 17 days i didnt see many mistakes. He also had some very nice pancake blocks in the run game. Id prefer shraeder to be back but thankful TD has really invested in the oline depth with some pretty quality guys in Pasztor 26 yrs old 43 starts / 58 games played and Sambrailo 25 yrs old 7 starts / 13 games played (mostly due to injury) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEHEADCOACH Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Im feeling like this dude may have some ups and downs, but when we look back on this trade later, it will be a steal. He fits what we do, he was gave a bad hand to win with in Denver (scheme change and injuries) , he may flourish here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlbaby Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 2 minutes ago, SkerFalcon8710 said: really hoping the best for this guy, very underrated trade that could really become a lopsided trade in our favor especially if last game is any indication. sure he had some struggles but for a guy whos been here 17 days i didnt see many mistakes. He also had some very nice pancake blocks in the run game. Id prefer shraeder to be back but thankful TD has really invested in the oline depth with some pretty quality guys in Pasztor 26 yrs old 43 starts / 58 games played and Sambrailo 25 yrs old 7 starts / 13 games played (mostly due to injury) and the best thing about this trade is we have him for 2 years and he already loves it here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.11 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 The rich getting richer. Meanwhile, the Giants and Seahawks are still hurting for O-lineman. Seattle especially should have made that trade for Sambrailo. Oh well, he's our treasure now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconAge Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Good luck Ty, better not get my quarterback killed ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeonDeion Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Any time you trade a 5th or 6th for a lineman with starting experience and no significant injury history you got a steal. Period. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeonDeion Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Wish we coulda traded a 6th for Greg Robinson to have him compete for RG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iDash Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 I would leave the RB in backfield to block right! Our worst OG and then add a mediocre RT, MR gets hit in the face, it's all Management. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkerFalcon8710 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 55 minutes ago, NeonDeion said: Wish we coulda traded a 6th for Greg Robinson to have him compete for RG He really isn't suited for the zone blocking system. Too much of a power guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1989Fan Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 3 hours ago, NeonDeion said: Wish we coulda traded a 6th for Greg Robinson to have him compete for RG Nah he is flat out bad. He was playing G at the rams before they finally had enough. we really got lucky 2 years in a row w the rams not taking Matthews and Bears taking White over Beasley! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCFalconfan Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 40 minutes ago, 1989Fan said: Nah he is flat out bad. He was playing G at the rams before they finally had enough. we really got lucky 2 years in a row w the rams not taking Matthews and Bears taking White over Beasley! My Bears fan neighbor was crying over that move just the other day. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeonDeion Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 4 hours ago, SkerFalcon8710 said: He really isn't suited for the zone blocking system. Too much of a power guy You’re right. It’s a **** shame though cuz he could be a solid guard with the right coaching Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droopy1592 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 The depth is there we were all worried about. Ty will turn out to be a steal for a 5th and he will only get better here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdz4i Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 he and wes struggled some on a few stunts early but seemed to settle down as the game progressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoddyWhite84 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 8 hours ago, JerseyNo12 said: The rich getting richer. Meanwhile, the Giants and Seahawks are still hurting for O-lineman. Seattle especially should have made that trade for Sambrailo. Oh well, he's our treasure now. I've said it once I'll say it again..the Giants and hawks can suffer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoFalcons22 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Reading that Ledbetter article was tough. Too many matter-of-fact statements with no preface or explaination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8ball N M.J.C. Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Being around Mack, Matthews, and Schraeder will definitely help him improve his game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkerFalcon8710 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 30 minutes ago, Waterjabbers said: Reading that Ledbetter article was tough. Too many matter-of-fact statements with no preface or explaination. I usually prep my mind by reading stories by my 2nd grader before hand.. makes for a much easier transition when trying to read through one of his hit pieces Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The O.D.B Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 I remember seeing someone post that after Shredder went down Sark called plays to make it easier for the right side of the line. I don't know if this is true or not. I do know that despite a rocky start on the field I would expect a 10 day guy playing beside a Rook to have an awful game and that didn't appear to be the case. I'd love to see him thrive in our system. I'm sure the Lions game-plan on defense will be testing the right side early and often with all kinds of stunts and odd looks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATLSlobberKnockers Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 (edited) 13 hours ago, SkerFalcon8710 said: really hoping the best for this guy, very underrated trade that could really become a lopsided trade in our favor especially if last game is any indication. sure he had some struggles but for a guy whos been here 17 days i didnt see many mistakes. He also had some very nice pancake blocks in the run game. Id prefer shraeder to be back but thankful TD has really invested in the oline depth with some pretty quality guys in Pasztor 26 yrs old 43 starts / 58 games played and Sambrailo 25 yrs old 7 starts / 13 games played (mostly due to injury) I guarantee you Denver is wishing they hadn't made that trade now. They have a good offense now, and lost their starting LT for the season, and are one injury away from being average. Siemien isn't great under pressure, but who is? Edited September 21, 2017 by ATLSlobberKnockers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PriMeTiiMe Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 I pray for Matt Ryans safe return to Atlanta. Please keep him safe on Sunday. Amen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malachore Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Is it bad that I would rather it to have been Jake over Schraeder fpr if nothing else but to see if he was replaceable by Ty? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcoatlantae Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 What is amazing to me is how disaster on the OL was averted so late in the preseason by the trade of a pick for Sambrailo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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