Originally posted by Steve
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I don't know if I would use the term "wait" to develop for any of our OL.
I think Pipkins has the kind of footwork that can make him our future LT. However, given the NFL game right now, I wouldn't let that prevent me from drafting an OT with our 1st pick, even if I expect Okung back. Most OT types can play inside if needed.
We need competition at EVERY spot on the OL.
People keep talking about Pouncey playing well [that would include our GM, who has emphasized ProBowl status and leadership from Pouncey] but he is a shell of his former self. He has been "solid" for us, but his pass protection has been inconsistent, so if someone can compete with him, I would put his job up for grabs. Quessenberry had some moments, but he didn't exactly run away with the job [this is a key point IMV-I project Qberry to OG-we need a Center]. Feeney has some ability at C, but he is stuck spinning his wheels. Even the C spot is up for grabs
OG is a little better than C . Feeney did have some time this year where he wasn't a turnstile. But every time I thought he was making progress, he would regress again. He is on his rookie deal, so bring him back, just make sure we have someone (or more than 1 someone) to compete against him. Schofield is a ok 5th OL, but he shouldn't be our best player, which is what he was. I would like to see him back, if for no other reason to be the top backup off the bench at OT or OG, but we need to at least bring in someone to compete against him (or move someone over to compete). Lamp had some ups and downs, but his downs were awkward, and he need to stay healthy. He did look like he was getting better when he was playing. [in your own words, it does not sound encouraging at IOL ! I am sick of Feeney's shit. Schofield is consistently mediocre. I am MUCH more concerned about Pouncey's medical situation, with his neck + the tremendous leadership void a flareup would cause.]
Right now, based on last season's performances, only Okung is playing at a level that would I would say is "safe" . But his health situation makes him a question mark, as does his age [wut ? now you are being Dr. Death, predictor of doom, about Okung's clots ? smh.] Pipkins has the signs of a keeper [lol...let's not get too optimistic about OT, Chief.] but he is not a complete player by any stretch. His upper body looks lost. Scott had some impressive plays leading runs, and screens in space, but he tends to duck his head and then he whiffs spectacularly. I wouldn't rule him out by any means, but some guys can't ever get over that one bad habit, and he doesn't seem to be able to get over that [right...that one bad habit. Scott is a pile.]. Tevi has gotten a lot better since he was a rookie, but he was so raw you have to wonder how much better he can get [this makes no sense-sky's the limit-we need more Tevi grit @ Oline.] He was injured, and is still on his rookie deal, so he will be back. Adding a #1 pick to compete against him would be about what the doctor ordered.
I think Pipkins has the kind of footwork that can make him our future LT. However, given the NFL game right now, I wouldn't let that prevent me from drafting an OT with our 1st pick, even if I expect Okung back. Most OT types can play inside if needed.
We need competition at EVERY spot on the OL.
People keep talking about Pouncey playing well [that would include our GM, who has emphasized ProBowl status and leadership from Pouncey] but he is a shell of his former self. He has been "solid" for us, but his pass protection has been inconsistent, so if someone can compete with him, I would put his job up for grabs. Quessenberry had some moments, but he didn't exactly run away with the job [this is a key point IMV-I project Qberry to OG-we need a Center]. Feeney has some ability at C, but he is stuck spinning his wheels. Even the C spot is up for grabs
OG is a little better than C . Feeney did have some time this year where he wasn't a turnstile. But every time I thought he was making progress, he would regress again. He is on his rookie deal, so bring him back, just make sure we have someone (or more than 1 someone) to compete against him. Schofield is a ok 5th OL, but he shouldn't be our best player, which is what he was. I would like to see him back, if for no other reason to be the top backup off the bench at OT or OG, but we need to at least bring in someone to compete against him (or move someone over to compete). Lamp had some ups and downs, but his downs were awkward, and he need to stay healthy. He did look like he was getting better when he was playing. [in your own words, it does not sound encouraging at IOL ! I am sick of Feeney's shit. Schofield is consistently mediocre. I am MUCH more concerned about Pouncey's medical situation, with his neck + the tremendous leadership void a flareup would cause.]
Right now, based on last season's performances, only Okung is playing at a level that would I would say is "safe" . But his health situation makes him a question mark, as does his age [wut ? now you are being Dr. Death, predictor of doom, about Okung's clots ? smh.] Pipkins has the signs of a keeper [lol...let's not get too optimistic about OT, Chief.] but he is not a complete player by any stretch. His upper body looks lost. Scott had some impressive plays leading runs, and screens in space, but he tends to duck his head and then he whiffs spectacularly. I wouldn't rule him out by any means, but some guys can't ever get over that one bad habit, and he doesn't seem to be able to get over that [right...that one bad habit. Scott is a pile.]. Tevi has gotten a lot better since he was a rookie, but he was so raw you have to wonder how much better he can get [this makes no sense-sky's the limit-we need more Tevi grit @ Oline.] He was injured, and is still on his rookie deal, so he will be back. Adding a #1 pick to compete against him would be about what the doctor ordered.
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