Daily observations from camp

[Bengalbug]

(08-08-2024, 01:49 PM)Nate (formerly eliminate08) Wrote: It is not even a question. We are about the least aggressive team in the NFL as far as adding proven outside help with known names
and we value draft picks more than about any other team. Us being a little more aggressive wouldn't be a bad thing at all. We depend
on rookies a ton as well which usually isn't a good plan if you are wanting to win the entire thing.

Even a trade for Osa like you said would be an "all in" move for us compared to other teams like the stealers or Chiefs where it would 
be a pretty regular move for them.

What rookies (plural) are we “depending” on in 2024?

Mims (maybe)
DTs (as part of a rotation)
Burton (maybe?)
TEs… (maybe).

Honestly, we have always built this team in a way where the rookies are not typically expected to contribute, always planning for a year into the future. This year it is mims for RT next year, Burton for Tee, all for Mike G, DTs are a bit different but Bj is on a one year deal.

So on and so forth, but I would say we are not depending on our rookies. We have a decent blend of vets and youth.

[*Nate (formerly eliminate08)*]

(08-08-2024, 02:14 PM)SunsetBengal Wrote: I just read that the Bengals signed former Steelers backup NT Carlos Davis for depth on the DL.

Saw Carlos Davis make a ton of great plays for the Birmingham Stallions last season in the UFL. I like this addition.

[Bengalbug]

(08-08-2024, 03:04 PM)jj22 Wrote: Why would it be bad for us?

It wouldn’t be.


Too late in the season now…
Higgins and a first for Sutton and a Surtain.

But Denver isn’t trading a 24 year old top CB. Not soon anyway.

[*Nate (formerly eliminate08)*]

(08-08-2024, 03:08 PM)Bengalbug Wrote: What rookies (plural) are we “depending” on in 2024?  

Mims (maybe)
DTs (as part of a rotation)
Burton (maybe?)
TEs… (maybe).

Honestly, we have always built this team in a way where the rookies are not typically expected to contribute, always planning for a year into the future. This year it is mims for RT next year, Burton for Tee, all for Mike G, DTs are a bit different but Bj is on a one year deal.

So on and so forth,  but I would say we are not depending on our rookies.  We have a decent blend of vets and youth.

Mims for sure and could be all the ones you mention for all we know. We have 1 NT and he is currently hurt and a rookie. We will need Kris
Jenkins to show something being a 2nd rounder. Burton I expect to be our WR3 by mid season. All or McLachlan might also need to be called
upon at some point as well.

Last season we relied on rookies in DJ Turner and Jordan Battle and it wasn't good, at least not with DJ later in the season. I like all these 
picks and the additions we made but certainly a Corner and a Nose Tackle could still be needed. We will see.

[*pally*]

some positive trends on the injury front

Jay Tufele dressed for practice today, joining the list of guys returning lately. Gesicki, Hendrickson, Rankins, and Trent Brown, all dressed today as well.

Looks like Tee will have a vet day. pic.twitter.com/RBerp4qpIE

— Jake Liscow (@JakeLiscow) August 8, 2024

[SunsetBengal]

(08-08-2024, 03:10 PM)Bengalbug Wrote: It wouldn’t be.  


Too late in the season now…
Higgins and a first for Sutton and a Surtain.  

But Denver isn’t trading a 24 year old top CB.  Not soon anyway.

Agreed, Surtain is a cornerstone player to build around. A rebuilding team doesn't make progress by trading away their young stars. 

[jj22]

(08-08-2024, 03:10 PM)Bengalbug Wrote: It wouldn’t be.  


Too late in the season now…
Higgins and a first for Sutton and a Surtain.  

But Denver isn’t trading a 24 year old top CB.  Not soon anyway.

Right. Maybe they wouldn't do it for a first, but if they would I can't imagine why it would be bad for us unless we are rebuilding. 

[BengalsLUFC]

Charlie Jones carted off sounds like a bad one.

First practice on the new field too ffs.

[KillerGoose]

Charlie Jones carted off the field. First practice on new turf.

Cart coming out for Charlie Jones now. He couldn’t put weight on his leg getting in. Awful to see, he’s been having a great camp.

Many teammates went over to him before he went off on the cart. pic.twitter.com/yiFTzSUQcT

— Paul Dehner Jr. (@pauldehnerjr) August 8, 2024

 

[*Synric*]

(08-08-2024, 04:30 PM)KillerGoose Wrote: Charlie Jones carted off the field. First practice on new turf.

Cart coming out for Charlie Jones now. He couldn’t put weight on his leg getting in. Awful to see, he’s been having a great camp.

Many teammates went over to him before he went off on the cart. pic.twitter.com/yiFTzSUQcT

— Paul Dehner Jr. (@pauldehnerjr) August 8, 2024

 

Ouch bad optics. 


Hoping for the best for Chuck Sizzle. 

[*pally*]

His demeanor isn't reassuring

Charlie Jones favoring his right leg carted off the field Thursday. Coincidentally first day on new turf. Injury occurred during 7s. pic.twitter.com/ljNmwDToFl

— Mike Petraglia (@Trags) August 8, 2024

[*pally*]

Amarius Mims vs Myles Murphy is highly entertaining to watch. Advantage —> Mims.

He is definitely looking the part out there

— Kelsey Conway (@KelseyLConway) August 8, 2024

[*pally*]

(08-08-2024, 04:30 PM)KillerGoose Wrote: Charlie Jones carted off the field. First practice on new turf.

Cart coming out for Charlie Jones now. He couldn’t put weight on his leg getting in. Awful to see, he’s been having a great camp.

Many teammates went over to him before he went off on the cart. pic.twitter.com/yiFTzSUQcT

— Paul Dehner Jr. (@pauldehnerjr) August 8, 2024

 

some positive news...no assistive devices

Charlie Jones is walking on his own power. Has a very noticeable limp.#Bengals @FOX19

— Jeremy Rauch (@FOX19Jeremy) August 8, 2024

  

[StoneTheCrow]

By no means am I blaming the new turf, but if you’re gonna rip up a field and replace it anyway, why not go with grass?

[jj22]

(08-08-2024, 05:09 PM)pally Wrote:

Amarius Mims vs Myles Murphy is highly entertaining to watch. Advantage —> Mims.

He is definitely looking the part out there

— Kelsey Conway (@KelseyLConway) August 8, 2024

I don't know how to take this news.....

It's both bad and good.

[Housh]

Hearing Dajhan Anthony has had reps at corner is maybe a death blow for Tycen


Tycen would have to prove he’s indispensable on ST to not get cut imo

[*pally*]

2. With some nagging injuries on the D-line, the team signed 320-pound defensive tackle Carlos Davis for added depth.
The 27-year-old spent parts of three seasons with the Steelers (2020-22) and played for Birmingham of the UFL this spring. pic.twitter.com/GDdREOV2zX

— Dan Hoard (@Dan_Hoard) August 8, 2024

4. Vonn Bell will help the run defense with his instincts and sure tackling.
His work ethic resulted in Bell receiving the coveted closest spot to the entrance in the player’s parking lot.
“It’s a sign of love and appreciation,” Vonn said. “I don’t take that for granted.” pic.twitter.com/bZT2xFll61

— Dan Hoard (@Dan_Hoard) August 8, 2024

5. DJ Turner got his first INT of camp on a Joe Burrow deep ball intended for Trenton Irwin.
“I’ve dropped too many, so it was good to get that one,” Turner said.

Teammates had been calling him “Mr. PBU” because DJ had break-ups but no picks.
“Yeah, we’re going to retire that.” pic.twitter.com/kIRBbKyhz7

— Dan Hoard (@Dan_Hoard) August 8, 2024

[ERIC1]

(08-08-2024, 05:19 PM)StoneTheCrow Wrote: By no means am I blaming the new turf, but if you’re gonna rip up a field and replace it anyway, why not go with grass?

If I remember correctly we had natural grass and had issues with it 

[StoneTheCrow]

(08-08-2024, 07:52 PM)ERIC1 Wrote: If I remember correctly we had natural grass and had issues with it 

There was grass when the stadium first opened up until not sure when. There have been advances, especially with the front office catching the organization back up to modern times.

[BengalsBong]

(08-08-2024, 04:30 PM)BengalsLUFC Wrote: Charlie Jones carted off sounds like a bad one.

First practice on the new field too ffs.

Non-contact injury on new turf hope it was just a fluke play and nothing to do with the turf.