walzav29 Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 Smith could be a huge wild card this year. It's his 1st full offseason and his weight looks to be in control. This O-line could be dominant. If you look at Bengals.com and see the Oklahoma Drill you'll see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekshank Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Jq6bYP6vTo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COB Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 I watched it, but if you watch the other drills, the defender normally gets handled in this drill. Having said that, if I had to pick a guy who is just not made physically and mentally to perform in the Oklahoma drill it would be Dunlap. That's not really his game, and it's great to see Smith run someone over. It would be so great to see him have a dominant season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 If Smith improves yet again this year and gets close to being the dominant blocker he was coming out of college, the rushing game should be much, MUCH improved considering the other additions to the o-line. It might not be evident right now, but when the season kicks off, I think people are going to be surprised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 As long as he stays healthy, I expect Smith to have a banner year. And if so, keeping him in Cincy won't be cheap come 2013. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Ray Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 Since this thread concerns training camp I thought I'd put my thoughts hereI went down last night and here are a few of my observations:1) Roderick Muckelroy was "into it". He pancaked Cedric Peerman in a drill and was very active. That's good to see because we may need him at MLB this year. Conversely, although it may be my imagination but Vontaze Burfict did not seem like he was into it. He seemed detached, kinda hanging out by himself in between plays2) Jordan Shipley was practicing so he is officially off PUP3) Taylor Mays was dressed in pads and all but just stood on the sidelines. I don't know what his issue was but this won't sit well with Marvin4) Dalton and AJ Green connected on several tightly contested passes. Dare I say they're in mid season form5) Sanu looked smooth and athletic, not the slow poke some worried he'd be6) Concessions were flowing in the stands and in the aisles just like a real game. "Cold beer here" could be heard. Prices were "real game" too at $7.75/beer. 7) They had nicely printed rosters available for free8) Don't bother paying $10/parking unless you bring your parents. Otherwise park on third st and walk a few blocks. It's good for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekshank Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 It may be my imagination but Vontaze Burfict did not seem like he was into it. He seemed detached, kinda hanging out by himself in between playsInteresting. Brennen Warner was at training camp a few days ago and tweeted:I'd put money down that someone will try to fight Vontaze Burfict by the end of camp. aggressive style of play doesn't make many friends.Sounds like he's inconsistent.Jordan Shipley was practicing so he is officially off PUPI'm starting to doubt Shipley makes the final roster... and wondering if they should have left him on PUP. Gruden hasn't had encouraging things to say about him. Hopefully he gets healthy... but Andrew Hawkins will gladly take his roster spot if Shipley isn't ready to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Ray Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 There was one scuffle but I don't think Burfict was involved. It seemed to me to be between Derrick Harvey and Otis Hudson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 3) Taylor Mays was dressed in pads and all but just stood on the sidelines. I don't know what his issue was but this won't sit well with MarvinWith the usual caveats (it's practice, first week, training camp, etc.), the early reviews on Mays have been consistent with his rep coming in: a pure SS type who sucks in coverage. He has shown great straight-line speed but he changes direction like a battleship.In other news, Ghee apparently hurt his hand yesterday...hopefully nothing serious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derekshank Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 Jordan Shipley was practicing so he is officially off PUPI'm starting to doubt Shipley makes the final roster... and wondering if they should have left him on PUP. Gruden hasn't had encouraging things to say about him. Hopefully he gets healthy... but Andrew Hawkins will gladly take his roster spot if Shipley isn't ready to go.CBS reported that Hawkins is running as the #1 slot WR during the no-huddle ahead of Jordan Shipley.Still plenty of time for him to get healthy, but Shipley is looking like more and more of a longshot to be the guy we all want him to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stripes Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 3) Taylor Mays was dressed in pads and all but just stood on the sidelines. I don't know what his issue was but this won't sit well with MarvinWith the usual caveats (it's practice, first week, training camp, etc.), the early reviews on Mays have been consistent with his rep coming in: a pure SS type who sucks in coverage. He has shown great straight-line speed but he changes direction like a battleship.In other news, Ghee apparently hurt his hand yesterday...hopefully nothing serious.Ghee could hurt himself in a windowless room with walls of pillows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwillycuse Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 Jordan Shipley was practicing so he is officially off PUPI'm starting to doubt Shipley makes the final roster... and wondering if they should have left him on PUP. Gruden hasn't had encouraging things to say about him. Hopefully he gets healthy... but Andrew Hawkins will gladly take his roster spot if Shipley isn't ready to go.CBS reported that Hawkins is running as the #1 slot WR during the no-huddle ahead of Jordan Shipley.Still plenty of time for him to get healthy, but Shipley is looking like more and more of a longshot to be the guy we all want him to be.I think you are going out on a limb there. I cant see Shipley getting cut. He was rock solid when healthy. I had zero thoughts of him getting cut until mentioned here.Hawkins is quick.idk. Id be surprised if Ship was given the axe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 The whole Shipley thing is just weird. There's an irresolution/douchebag element to his treatment that smacks of the "old" Bengals. I mean, first the guy comes in at the start of camp saying he's ready to go. Despite this, the PUP him anyhow. Then a week later they clear him to practice...at which time they immediately start knocking him. WTF? Something is going on behind the scenes we aren't seeing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 Sounds like Ghee might be out awhile! I'm not liking the corner position sounds like guys are going down at that position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 Per Hobs, Ghee is out for the preseason, may not be available for the opener.Scott is out for the preseason, should be back for the opener.Geathers had his knee scoped today, scheduled to be back for the opener. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Ray Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 From the sound of this, I think Geathers could be PUP'd:Left end Robert Geathers, who has yet to practice, underwent arthroscopic knee surgery Friday "to get his knee cleaned out," Lewis said, and Lewis think he'll be ready for the regular-season opener. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 I wouldn't be surprised to see them reach an injury settlement with Geathers and let him go. He's in the final year of his contract and cutting him would free up $4 million more in cap space for extensions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArmyBengal Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 Ghee ?? Geathers ??Nope not worried about either of them being gone.Geathers more than Ghee, but not much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShulaSteakhouse Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 My concern with Dunlap has always been his work ethic in the weight room - needs to build strength, but doesn't look like he's put on much, if any, muscle, just relies on his natural size and athletic ability, you can get away with that in college, not in the NFL. I understand speed/athleticism is his thing, but his injury problems concern me if he's not going to bulk-up some in order to avoid injury. Here's to hoping he can stay healthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
membengal Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 The whole Shipley thing is just weird. There's an irresolution/douchebag element to his treatment that smacks of the "old" Bengals. I mean, first the guy comes in at the start of camp saying he's ready to go. Despite this, the PUP him anyhow. Then a week later they clear him to practice...at which time they immediately start knocking him. WTF? Something is going on behind the scenes we aren't seeing.How about the obvious rather than one of your well-worn conspiracy theories?How surprising is it that the player may say he's ready, but he really isn't? At least not enough to really challenge for a spot on a crowded WR roster scrum? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoosierCat Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 Old, washed-up FA update: Derrick Harvey released. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
volcom69 Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 Didn't think he would last Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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