Shiver
03-12-2007, 03:53 PM
D. Orlando Ledbetter
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The Falcons didn't give the 35-year-old Joe Horn $7.5 million in guaranteed money to come off the bench in the twilight of his career. They are expecting the former Saint to step in immediately and help out their much maligned wide receiver group. Horn, who'll likely start opposite Michael Jenkins, replaces the departed Ashley Lelie and moves ahead of the inconsistent Roddy White. The Falcons also have Brian Finneran, a dependable possession receiver, coming back from knee surgery. Horn will have to return to form after being bothered with hamstring injuries the past two seasons. When healthy, Horn has one of the best takeoffs from the line of scrimmage in the game. He runs precise routes and comes out of his break explosively. He has a reputation for dependable hands, something the Falcons have been lacking. The four-time Pro Bowler is expected to make an impact on the field and in the meeting room. . . .
G Matt Lehr was the latest starter sent packing in the "Petrino Purge" of the Falcons roster. He joins DE Patrick Kerney, WR Ashley Lelie, LB Ed Hartwell and LB Ike Reese in the group of departed players. Lehr, who served a four-game suspension last season for violating the steroid policy, started at left guard. His departure sets the stage for a showdown between Quinn Ojinnaka, Tyson Clabo and P.J. Alexander for the starting spot. Ojinnaka, a big powerful blocker, fits the mold that Petrino likes. After initially fighting a move to guard, Ojinnaka has shown good feet and that he can work in space. He is also stout at the point of attack.
SCOUTING REPORT: DE Paul Carrington played extensively after making the team as an undrafted free agent. Injuries to John Abraham and Patrick Kerney created a lot of snaps for Carrington. With Kerney off to Seattle, Carrington will get another shot to play. He's a big rangy player at 6-7. He's quick off the ball and battles well with tackles. He needs to keep working on a signature move to free him up while rushing off the edge. If he can speed up his game, and utilize his size, he could develop into a solid player and perhaps a special pass rusher.
Interesting, I would love it if Quinn Ojinnaka won the LG position.
For Sporting News
The Falcons didn't give the 35-year-old Joe Horn $7.5 million in guaranteed money to come off the bench in the twilight of his career. They are expecting the former Saint to step in immediately and help out their much maligned wide receiver group. Horn, who'll likely start opposite Michael Jenkins, replaces the departed Ashley Lelie and moves ahead of the inconsistent Roddy White. The Falcons also have Brian Finneran, a dependable possession receiver, coming back from knee surgery. Horn will have to return to form after being bothered with hamstring injuries the past two seasons. When healthy, Horn has one of the best takeoffs from the line of scrimmage in the game. He runs precise routes and comes out of his break explosively. He has a reputation for dependable hands, something the Falcons have been lacking. The four-time Pro Bowler is expected to make an impact on the field and in the meeting room. . . .
G Matt Lehr was the latest starter sent packing in the "Petrino Purge" of the Falcons roster. He joins DE Patrick Kerney, WR Ashley Lelie, LB Ed Hartwell and LB Ike Reese in the group of departed players. Lehr, who served a four-game suspension last season for violating the steroid policy, started at left guard. His departure sets the stage for a showdown between Quinn Ojinnaka, Tyson Clabo and P.J. Alexander for the starting spot. Ojinnaka, a big powerful blocker, fits the mold that Petrino likes. After initially fighting a move to guard, Ojinnaka has shown good feet and that he can work in space. He is also stout at the point of attack.
SCOUTING REPORT: DE Paul Carrington played extensively after making the team as an undrafted free agent. Injuries to John Abraham and Patrick Kerney created a lot of snaps for Carrington. With Kerney off to Seattle, Carrington will get another shot to play. He's a big rangy player at 6-7. He's quick off the ball and battles well with tackles. He needs to keep working on a signature move to free him up while rushing off the edge. If he can speed up his game, and utilize his size, he could develop into a solid player and perhaps a special pass rusher.
Interesting, I would love it if Quinn Ojinnaka won the LG position.