05-25-2017, 05:56 AM
(05-24-2017, 02:24 PM)Shake n Blake Wrote: Core is probably an August cut and practice squad candidate.
Green
Ross
LaFell
Boyd
Malone
Erickson
The only chance for Core to make it is (a) if the Bengals decide to roll with 7 receivers...which I see as unlikely, or (b) if Core beats out Erickson, but I also see this as unlikely considering Erickson just lead the NFL in kick return yards and was 2nd in yards per return. Add in the fact that Malone is essentially a a better version of Core, and I just see Core as the odd man out if we roll with 6 receivers.
I will tell you right now Core will not be cut. The Bengal's only reservation on drafting Ross was that it would reduce opportunities for Core, as they like him that much. Very coachable. He was very raw, but he has learned quickly and has the right mindset.
The Bengals went from a lot of guys that might be solid #3 or 4 receivers that struggle to get separation and looked very limited without Green on the field to having serious speed, size, and athleticism.
I don't know who goes, but it won't be Core.