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Welker's hands are up with his elbow slightly cocked so he can get extend to make first contact. Note that his  toes are pointing to the outside.

A Route Lesson for Panthers WR Joe Adams From Wes Welker

Carolina Panthers rookie receiver Joe Adams has dynamite skills after the catch. I also like his ability to catch the football. However, one thing I consistently saw at Senior Bowl practices was difficulty getting early separation against press coverage. On at least five down field routes, I saw Adams still fighting for separation against the… Read More ›

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Lesson One of a Route Clinic From Wes Welker

I believe the best way to prepare to watch college players is to study the pros. The reason is that if I’m trying to project a prospect’s potential at the NFL level then I need to have good reference points of what works in the NFL. I also have to understand the differences between the… Read More ›

The Super Bowl is kind of like Michelangelo's famous work. Photo by Nathan Rupert.

Random Post-Super Bowl Thoughts and Rants

I turn 42 today. I don’t feel 42 except when my knees feel like they’re 60 after playing Jene Bramel in a pick up game of basketball and it serves as confirmation that I still have to shed another 20 pounds. Since it is my birthday, I feel like sharing my thoughts on the spectacle… Read More ›

Mohamed Sanu by West Point Public Affairs

“Football Player”

We live in the football era of specialization: Slot receiver. Third down back. Move tight end. Pass rush defensive end. Nickel back. In the box safety. But there was a time when its best players played more than one role. Sammy Baugh was both a great passer and ball hawking safety. Chuck Bednarik played on… Read More ›

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