Minor Injuries, Second Stringers Underwhelm Mankato Crowd
by Chris Thorman on Aug 1, 2008 7:52 AM CDT
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Good Friday morning, everyone. Here are your links to the coverage of last night's practice between the Minnesota Vikings and the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Star-Tribune has a bit of coverage as well.
Last night's "contest" between the Chiefs and Vikings wasn't so much of a scrimmage as a practice. Still, the presence of competition was enough for a few players to come out of it with minor injuries. Jared Allen didn't make the trip, as Vikings' coach Brad Childress excused a number of veteran players.
Branden Albert had his ankle stepped on and had to leave practice early. Bob Gretz wonders if Albert's ankle issues are chronic, considering Albert sprained his ankle earlier in the off-season. Since his ankle was stepped on and not the result of a shift or move by Albert himself, I don't think you can look too hard into that. It could have happened to anyone.
Kolby Smith pulled his groin and Donnie Edwards tweaked a hamstring. Beyond that, consider ourselves lucky nothing serious happened. We'll be lucky to get through camp without at least one serious injury to a Chiefs player. Last year it was Damion McIntosh's knee but that turned out to heal rather quickly.
In all of the camp reports I've read this year, Dwayne Bowe has had zero regression from last year and by all accounts will have a stellar sophomore season. He doesn't seem to need as much time to get back into football mode as some other players.
Speaking of D Bowe, I absolutely love highlighting stories about him like this one, from the UW-RF site:
Wide receiver Dwayne Bowe had some fun on the sideline during an 11-on-11 drill. Bowe sat down on a training table before asking a group of media members if they were having fun. He gave the media the peace sign while sticking out his tongue. One member asked Bowe if that meant he was having a good time. He said yes. A fan dressed in a Vikings jersey joked with Bowe about putting his picture up on MySpace. Bowe responded to the man by saying, "You better add me as a friend."
Vikings CB Benny Sapp picked off Damon Huard, undoubtedly aided by playing for the Chiefs last season. Sapp was a decent corner but too small really to be a full time starter. We wish him the best of luck in Minnesota.
Check out the links above and let us know if you find anything else interesting. It's Friday, so expect a more laid back approach today. The Chiefs only have an afternoon practice from about 3:45 to 5 PM today.
P.S. Had someone sign up with the user name JJBirden last night and yep, it's actually him.
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D Bowe
Most fans really only know the players by how they are reported on in the media, but I got to say I am liking me some D Bowe. He just seems to have a good head on his shoulders – working hard, but having a good time while doing so. Here’s to him turning out as to be as good as I hope he does.
D Bo
Yeah, I agree with you jarodhart. Bowe seems to be a likable guy at this point and that’s really good for team that lost Jared Allen this off season. Good for the fans, players, media and the league in general.
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Go Chiefs!
Welcome
D Bowe is how we all picture ourselves if we made it to the big time – fun loving, laid back and enjoy every, single second of it.
by Chris Thorman on Aug 1, 2008 8:59 AM CDT up reply actions
Dorsey and Morgan similar future leaders
I expect Dorsey and Morgan and even Niswanger to be the same way at this time next year. The young players being brought in are not only talented, they bring a positive, team spirit. If we can keep LJ in good spirits and help D-Mac settle in with some O-line success to ease his frustration, we could have a cancer-free team. Tony G and Derrick J seem to have bought in. Hopefully Pollard will be a professional in the three-way battle for playing time at safety. Also hope that Nap Harris will be a pro as Pat Thomas’ apparent rise makes 5 players vying for time at 3 LB positions.
No
That was just me making an observation on how the coaches seem to be approaching this season – and I am glad to see it. If Pat Thomas is the best MLB, he’ll start, even though Harris cost more. If Taylor or Richardson outperform McIntosh who costs more, one of them will start.
Deep down
All those guys knows that Herm wants to field the best team, and they get a fair shot. At the same time, we don’t really want someone who is “happy” being a reserve, do we? I’m sure everyone will fall in line this year, and that this year more than most, a lot of people are going to play.
I hope it was!
I hope that is how Herm is approaching this season. IMO that’s how it should be.
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JJ!
I always love seeing that guy in action when they show old Montana footage! (although it does seem that Davis gets all the glory from that Denver game)
I love JJ!
He was always my favorite, although since I was so little I think most of it was just because I think he has a cool name.
Willie Davis
Hey Stag, I was just reading your post and I agree. Watchin the “good ol’ days” with JJ, Willie, and Montana are always great. I was actually at that Denver game and it was great. My family and I were friends with Willie Davis and he gave us tickets to that game. I was 9 and it was my first Chiefs game away from Arrowhead so that winning TD was great for me. Anyway, just thought that was interesting so I thought I would post it.
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Scrimmage was a joke
I’m not sure what the Chiefs are supposed to get out of it when the Vikings are leaving their good players at home.
Our guys are going up against 2nd and 3rd string scrubs on our own team. I don’t see the benefit of them doing it against another teams. If the Vikes aren’t going to put their good players in so we can accurately gauge where our starters are at, they might as well quit this annual “scrimmage”.
Supposedly Allen was there...
Just not at the scrimmage. I heard he was spotted out and about in River Falls later on. Can anyone confirm that? I think I read it in the Star.
In either case, it was probably a smart move not to play him in the scrimmage.
by Ochophosphate on Aug 1, 2008 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Bowe
Bowe looks to be in great shape and I’m looking forward to watching him this year. Apparently, he’s rooming with Brodie during camp so hopefully those two can establish some cohesion. I’m in River Falls this week and I’m kind of excited about our receivers. Bowe has proven he can play and he’s a big “TO” type wideout. Add a speedy Devard Darling on the other side and that could be a great combination. Also, I’ve watched Bowe and Will Franklin working together after practice, fine tuning routes, etc.
If the line can protect and Brodie can perform well, we could have a very promising group of receivers here.
Seconded
I feel a bit odd summing up something that I wasn’t present at, which is one reason I kind of hold back on a full fledge summary.
First hand accounts are always appreciated.
by Chris Thorman on Aug 1, 2008 1:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Weston Dacus
Starting linebacker.
You have my word.
by Chris Thorman on Aug 1, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions
I hear that Herb Taylor is quietly having
a good camp. That would be good to have a pick from last year pushing a veteran that in my opinion under performed last year. Hell they even said on the radio that Herb Taylor made a nice block that sprung LJ to the endzone. Welcome and we are honored JJ Birden.
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