Ambry Thomas, CB - Michigan, 3rd Round Pick | Page 18

Originally posted by lamontb:

Originally posted by the_dynasty:
Does not look back at the ball and is grabby. This is a concern on this level.

Looked like a rookie. he does like toe grab a lot when he's beat. gonna have to clean that up

If I am not mistaken...

I THINK the NFL has made it a point to officials to allow DB contact if it is initiated by the offensive player.

Hence that OPI that was called.

I saw similar non calls in other preseason games, notably the Broncos/Giants

[ Edited by reasonable1 on Aug 16, 2021 at 12:01 PM ]

Aug 16, 2021 at 12:28 PM

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genus49
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Thomas didn't play football last year. He's going to take some time.

Aug 16, 2021 at 4:28 PM

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Fresno49er
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Originally posted by the_dynasty:
Does not look back at the ball and is grabby. This is a concern on this level.

He would fit in the Seahawks secondary perfectly

Aug 16, 2021 at 5:53 PM

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9moon
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Originally posted by Fresno49er:

Originally posted by the_dynasty:
Does not look back at the ball and is grabby. This is a concern on this level.

He would fit in the Seahawks secondary perfectly

it's his first game, I'm sure he only using half of his skills at the moment.. the more comfy he gets the more gamble he can take..

Aug 22, 2021 at 8:05 PM

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His playing the ball skills suck. He seems to be in phase with the wr. Turns his hips and runs with him. But as soon as the ball gets near him or the wr he loses focus. On the PI there was no need to grab the wr at all. He had good coverage

Aug 22, 2021 at 8:08 PM

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OnTheClock
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So far, basically all I see is a tougher version of Witherspoon that is even more unnecessarily grabby. Lenoir is clearly ahead, if I'm the DC.

Aug 22, 2021 at 8:08 PM

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Originally posted by lamontb:
His playing the ball skills suck. He seems to be in phase with the wr. Turns his hips and runs with him. But as soon as the ball gets near him or the wr he loses focus. On the PI there was no need to grab the wr at all. He had good coverage

There was also no need to call the PI.

Aug 22, 2021 at 8:11 PM

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tohara3
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Want to see more of the kid no doubt

Aug 22, 2021 at 9:06 PM

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StubbyNBY
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RAW but we knew this. He needs to redshirt this year. If he plays, we're in trouble

Aug 22, 2021 at 9:13 PM

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Originally posted by OnTheClock:
So far, basically all I see is a tougher version of Witherspoon that is even more unnecessarily grabby. Lenoir is clearly ahead, if I'm the DC.

Lenoir is not just ahead, he's several laps ahead. If I'm the opposing OC and Thomas in the game I target him on every play.

Aug 23, 2021 at 4:45 AM

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genus49
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Thomas is there, just has to work on finishing without drawing the flag. He's not taking a starting job any time soon but I can easily see him working out for us long term. Seen way too many corners break out 2nd/3rd year after showing little to get excited about early to worry about this kid now.

Aug 23, 2021 at 6:37 AM

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Originally posted by genus49:
Thomas is there, just has to work on finishing without drawing the flag. He's not taking a starting job any time soon but I can easily see him working out for us long term. Seen way too many corners break out 2nd/3rd year after showing little to get excited about early to worry about this kid now.

he also didnt play last year