Posluszny, Bell, Wood Expected To See Snaps Against Indy
by Brian Galliford on Aug 17, 2010 9:29 AM EDT
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PrintThe Buffalo Bills have one more training camp practice open to the public this week; that takes place at 3:00 PM this afternoon. Buffalo will then begin preparations for their second pre-season game, set to kick off Thursday night at the Rogers Centre in Toronto against the Indianapolis Colts.
The good news from Monday night's practice? Several projected starters are expected to return to the lineup for that game, even if their time on the field will be brief. That list includes starting offensive linemen Demetrius Bell and Eric Wood, both of whom have been practicing since camp started, but were held out of the pre-season opener as the team continues to ease them back from off-season rehabilitation. With Cornell Green returning to practice on Monday (but not participating in full team work), there's at least an outside chance that Buffalo's entire starting line could open the game against Indy.
Three defenders - Paul Posluszny, Keith Ellison and Chris Kelsay - are also expected to see their first pre-season action of the year. All three missed Friday night's loss against Washington. Both Posluszny and Kelsay are currently listed as first-team players on the depth chart.
Other players that returned to the practice field on Monday included Spencer Johnson, Derek Schouman and Andre Ramsey.
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Wood
Still amazing he is playing. Speaks to his character. I was upset to see Peters go from a position perspective, but Wood will set the tone for the OL for the next decade.
I like that we decided to take a conservatitive approach to injuries this offseason. I really hope the offensive line is all there on Thursday so we can see how the offense “really” looks like
I'm not sure we have the tools or the talent....
This is all good
They will get a small taste of reality for awhile and then get a good week to prepare for some more extensive work against the Bengals on the 28th. Probably shouldn’t expect more than that, the fact that they are getting the go will probably be all we get from this. Also, Meredith will go in place of Green if he isn’t ready Thursday so that will make it better to asses his play when the majority or the regulars are in with him. This is all good. Get some hits Poz, let them know your back.
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Bell
I am very excited to see Bell finally back in action. I admit I have kind of written him off in terms of being able to fill our gaping hole at LT. I would loved to be proven wrong.
Wood is now my favorite Bill. I sure hope that he is able to transition to center in the not too distant future. I beleive he adds more value there than at guard. Hang isn’t horrible, but he is no Kent Hull (but than how many Kent Hull’s are there?).
I got nothing.
by Jason from OH-IO on Aug 17, 2010 9:33 AM EDT reply actions
Wood
Wow. This is great news. Our O-lines best in my view. The starters need all the playing time together they can get.
"This is what happens Larry!, This is what happens! "-Walter Sobchak" "Did we give up when the germans bombed pearl harbor!!??"-John Belushi
by BigEasyBillsKrewe on Aug 17, 2010 9:50 AM EDT reply actions
I cant wait to watch Bell and Wood
and read some good analysis here about it.
I have a hard time paying attention to the individuals in the line during the game
"Hold ya chin up...nuh nuh nuh...gone" -Marshawn Lynch-
Strength and Conditioning
I really hope an improvement has been made. I had to listen to that idiot Thiesmann keep saying the Bills looked slow and overworked. The worst part of that was I had to agree with him. They may be tired now but if the case is indeed that they are being worked hard their bodies will eventually “condition” themselves accordingly. They will end up having more stamina, more strength, and fewer injuries. So while Joe’s initial observation may have been correct, he failed to see overall picture. I feel better now.
by Pietro Sirianni on Aug 17, 2010 11:08 AM EDT reply actions
What ever Theismann says...
…the opposite is true. BTW: I wholeheartedly agree with you that the negative effects of this early “conditioning” will turn positive by the time they break camp.
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I muted the whole game because he was driving me insane…
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by NorCal BillsFan on Aug 17, 2010 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions
thanks
I feel better knowing I’m not alone in my disdain for him. Its hard being a Bills fan outside of Buffalo.
by Pietro Sirianni on Aug 17, 2010 6:19 PM EDT up reply actions
I feel your pain
I’ve been an outsider for 27 years, all of them living in other AFC East towns. I don’t need to tell you the last 10 years have been especially brutal.
"They're Killin' Me Whitey. They're Killin' Me" -- Lou Saban
If TE struggles with 80 perc ent of the O line back
Is he dead(career wise?)
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
Good Question
I maybe a bit extreme here, but I view this as bigger than his performance. He needs to get into the end-zone. In the last six preseason games he has failed to get the offense into the end-zone. I realize it is not the end of the world if he fails a seventh time, but there are so many media outlets and fans on thin ice with him, he may not survive the plane ride home.
MackTruck mentioned the “what ifs” from last Friday’s game and he was absolutely right, it wasn’t all TE’s undoing, but the QB position is a reflection of the entire offense. He needs to get the ball into the end-zone and preferably not by running it in himself.
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simply no
If TE struggles with 80 perc ent of the O line back is he dead
Can you drive a car with 3 wheels? The “benchmark” for most offenses is a cohesive unit that’s played together and communicates. You’re asking if a QB with 80% of the line playing together for the first time this year must produce a career saving performance in the second pre-season game?
Last night Sanchez threw almost all his passes less that 10 yards, checking down repeatedly. The adjectives used were: matured, smart, patient, in-control. And, he has a grade “A” OL in front of him. When Edwards does it or does not throw it 40 yards down field on every attempt, he’s a schmuck, a loser, and a POS. The second pre-season game with a line still patched together(with mostly sub-par talent) cannot/should not be a definitive statement on the health of Edwards’ career.
I was married by a judge. I should have asked for a jury- Groucho Marx
Well
You know, Sanchez has this habit, of not folding when the live bullets start flying either. Trent has had like 2 good games in the last season and a half.
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
granted, but still, who’s played on the OL in that time? You’d be hard pressed to find the same combination for more than that couple games. For me, that’s the crux of the problem.
Sanchez stands in when the bullets fly because he has 5-6 consistent, talented bullet-proof vests in front of him. he hasn’t been shot at nearly as much as Edwards.
PLUS, he has a defense that’ll get him back on the field within less than 12 minutes allowing for some offensive rhythm.
I was married by a judge. I should have asked for a jury- Groucho Marx
When people bring up the O line I just think2 things
Why dont Big ben, and Aaron Rodgers play horribly then?
The player I would like least at #9 would be my sister’s cat, Captain Creamsicle. She does have a great work ethic and agility, but I’m really concerned that at 9 lbs., she’s too small to play safety in the NFL. She also bites way too often on play action and is easily distracted by someone waving string in the crowd. Lastly, her wonderlic score was pretty awful, answering "meow meow meow" for most of the questions- Dr. Brackish Okun
I don’t think you can compare our line to the Steelers and, prior to last year when GB made improvements, Rodgers struggled mightily.
There are few if any QBs who could play behind this OL and be successful (meaning deep playoff/SB successful).
If the OL miraculously gels and plays good consistent football and TE bombs (no pun intended), I’ll admit his failure. I just don’t think at this moment there’s enough ammo to put him in front of the firing squad.
I was married by a judge. I should have asked for a jury- Groucho Marx
It's a good arguement
We will never know the end until after it happens I’m afraid. Both points are solid. After reading them Tyler Thigpen’s name popped up in my brain again. Not Locker, not Clausen but Tyler Thigpen.
YOU ARE OUT of you kuku fufu mine craker laker Flaber baber FUNKI chunki brain. WE want to winn every year -- abayarde
If TE struggles with 80 perc ent of the O line back
Could possibly be 100% of the line – which would be great.
Trent is the type of QB that needs a good o-line in front of him. He’s definately unable to feel the pressure and move around the pocket like elite QBs do. With that being said – if he were to have a good to great line infront of him then I think he could be what we need him to be. That is at least above average.
He is just a QB that needs great protection and he hasn’t gotten it and i’m defiantely not sure he’s going to get it this year. I know I’ve been patient with rebuilding so far, but the LT position seems so much more important with Trent in the game.
I'm not sure we have the tools or the talent....
by J2 on Aug 17, 2010 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Trent is the type of QB that needs a good o-line in front of him.
not like there is any basis of comparison, but i am gonna point out that there is no evidence of this either. Unless you go back to high school career. Any QB needs a good o-line in front of them.
Optimism is free. Too bad so many are "too good" for free stuff. If you have some, donate your optimism here. They may not accept it, but someday, if they need it, they can swallow their pride and appreciate it.
wasn't quite finished
i was deleting my “Captain Obvious” joke… so as not to be reprimanded or appear at all malicious. But seriously, what QB is not going to be more successful behind a good line, and on the few occasions where it appeared we had any continuity, he did find some success. But the two can also be unrelated, as even having a stellar line in front of him, will not guarantee his success.
Optimism is free. Too bad so many are "too good" for free stuff. If you have some, donate your optimism here. They may not accept it, but someday, if they need it, they can swallow their pride and appreciate it.
will not guarantee his success
who can guarantee success?
we’ve seen Trent play how many games? How does he do with pressure in his face? worse than terrible. I’ve seen him play games where the lines hold up becuase of lack of pass rush from the defense and he’s much, much better.
it’s an observation that i’ve kept. just like watching McCargo be pro bowl looking one play and bust the other.
I'm not sure we have the tools or the talent....
by J2 on Aug 19, 2010 9:29 AM EDT up reply actions
Poz could get by with 2 or even 1 preseason game.
IMHO the guy is made of glass. An injury risk whenever he is on the field. He’s a great player when he’s healthy but I just cant agree with Poz playing 3 meanigless games, coming off surgery. my $.02
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