07-30-2024, 04:15 PM
(07-30-2024, 10:37 AM)bfine32 Wrote: Joe Burrow starts off sluggish: Not his fault it's because he didn't get a full training camp
Oline starts sluggish; It;s because they didn't get any preseason game snaps
Ja'Marr refuses to workout in Training camp: I'm glad!!! He's in the best shape of his life!!!!! He doesn't need traIning camp.
You ever think we just make excuses for our favorites? I guarantee if a WR on a team we didn't like was refusing to practice w/ 2-years left on his contract. The same folks wouldn't have the same opinion. Matter of fact, terms like Spoiled brat may get thrown out. I'd like to think my fanhood doesn't get in the way of my rationality, but who knows. Fan is short for fanatic for a reason.
As I understand it, the departure of Boyd means Chase will be playing mostly in the slot this year with Burton taking Ja'Marr's old spot. I'd personally like to see that group get some practice together, but probably not required because Ja'Marr is in great shape.
You have to take each scenario as it's own. What does Chase sitting, actually being a sideline coach to the new guys, cost us. Do you really think he needs the reps, (he's doing plenty of catching on his own) or is it more beneficial to let guys like Burton and Yoshi have more time with Burrow throwing to them. If Chase wants to give up some of the training camp reps, that can be more of an advantage than a disadvantage due to Chase already being an elite receiver. If he gets hurt, we will be glad Burton and the rest got the extra time.
