3 Players that might be huge....

by trotanoy on Aug 8, 2009 10:55 AM EDT Comment 4 comments

I know it's too early to tell, but given last night's performance, I can see three players that might be huge this season.

First off, Chase Coffman. Not only are the other two tight ends likely to not play this season (Kelly is out for sure), but he seems like a beast all on his own. Palmer is going to make him one of his favorite receivers. And if he learns to block, he might be our next Tony Gonzalez.

Second, Brian Leonard. The guy is big, fast, and hits like a truck. He's going to be huge on third downs and short yardage plays. I hope that Scott can contribute a lot with his outside speed though.

Third. Michael Johnson. Everyone is praising his athletic ability. He might have double digit sacks this year if they play him sufficiently.

Honorable mention:

I don't know why but Freddie Brown seems to be a tough, reliable receiver. He's not a burner and he's not huge in size, but I have a hunch that if he makes the team, he'll contribute sooner or later to this team.

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Out of these three players, who is going to have a bigger impact this year?

Chase Coffman

54 votes

Brain Leonard

17 votes

MIchael Johnson

90 votes

None of the above

7 votes

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He’s going to be good in the passing game. He has work to do on rushing blocking (proven last night several times). If he’s not huge this year, I think he’s going to be pretty good later.

Before last night, I liked what Leonard could bring. After last night, I REALLY like Leonard.

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by Kirkendall on Aug 8, 2009 12:07 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Chase Coffman

With Utech out and Reggie Kelly out…by default it has to be Coffman. Even if the other 2 TE’s weren’t out, he’s still the best pass catcher of the trio.

Brian Leonard is a backup, so he won’t have a big impact unless Cedric the cowbell back gets hurt.

Michael Johnson is a freak, but with Odom and Geathers currently the starters, Johnson likely won’t see enough snaps on the field (barring an injury) to make an impact.

So I think it has to be Coffman, because he’s should be on the filed much more than the other 2.

by ephram on Aug 8, 2009 7:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Brian Leonard should be the third down back . His job will be very important catching balls out of the backfield on third and short to help move the chains. This job was supposed to be Chris Perry’s but he couldn’t stay healthy. Expect big things out of Leonard this year. Michael Johnson is a player that could have an impact but he wont play every down . Odom looks good so far , he’s bulked up a bit and looks stronger than last year.

by Mr Cannon on Aug 24, 2009 6:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs