Smizzy Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Training Camp is About the Little Teaching Points Hempstead, N.Y. -- 10:40 a.m. ET What you don't see much on TV is how players learn. It's an interesting process. Players just show up on Sept. 11, or whenever opening day is, and they all move in this orchestrated way, most of the time perfectly, and you wonder, "How did that happen?'' Here's how. The Jets have just finished a morning walk-through practice on their FieldTurf practice pitch at Hofstra University. And now, on the near sideline, Curtis Martin has called over Chad Pennington and offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger. I can hear a little bit, though I'm not supposed to. The Jets have installed a mostly new offense this summer, and Martin is unsure how he's supposed to block his man in a certain complicated protection. Hands are moving this way and that, and Heimerdinger is moving from side to side. Pennington is chiming in with some hand movements, and Martin, at last, nods. And they all move toward the locker room. Heimerdinger tells me how Martin was confused, and how he wanted to make sure that if he sees a certain rush scheme, he'd know how to block it. How much respect do you have for a guy standing out on the field for 20 minutes in broiling heat just to illuminate a point about a blocking scheme that might come up two or three times all season? Hempstead, N.Y. -- Noon Chatting with Herman Edwards. Is there a more engaging, respectful-of-the-game coach in football today? Can't think of one. Golden Retriever Sculpted Mugs and Gifts Beautiful, sculpted ceramic golden retriever coffee mugs, treat canisters, mouse pads and more. teamlogo.com Golden Retriever Guide Learn how to make your Golden Retriever happy, healthy and obedient. eBook $19.95 with 2... www.all-about-puppies.com How to Train Your Golden Retriever How to train your Golden Retriever in 15 minutes a day, guaranteed. Request information here. www.clikdog.com Golden Retreiver Gear 3,900 plus unique Golden Retreiver items. T-shirts, bumper stickers, hats and more. www.cafepress.com He's big on slogans. Like this one on the far wall: No Excuses. No Explanation. Just Results. It's Not Always Football. Sometimes It's About Pedro. Hempstead, N.Y. -- 1:10 The scouts will break camp late this afternoon to ride the 15 minutes over to Shea Stadium. Mets-Brewers, with dinner in owner Fred Wilpon's box before the game. "Pedro's going tonight!'' GM Terry Bradway says. Lots of closet baseball fans in the NFL, you know. Like Mike Tannenbaum, the pro personnel director and salary-cap czar here. "Six in a row,'' he crows when I see him in the hallway near Edwards' office. I know what he means. He's talking about his Red Sox. Before I leave, Tannenbaum asks me: "Where do you think Ty Law ends up?'' "Right here,'' I say. http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2005/writers/peter_king/08/03/jets.diary/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green DNA Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 15 minutes to Shea Stadium? Maybe if you are driving 95 mph with no traffic or are in a helicopter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GimmeShelter Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Heimerdinger tells me how Martin was confused, and how he wanted to make sure that if he sees a certain rush scheme, he'd know how to block it. How much respect do you have for a guy standing out on the field for 20 minutes in broiling heat just to illuminate a point about a blocking scheme that might come up two or three times all season? quote] Is Peter King sure that they weren't conspiring on how to pad Martin's number of carries this season? !!!!! I am sick of these writers who are complete Martinette's!!!! Emersoon Boozer would stand out in 120 degree temperture back in the day!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadetree Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Peter King is such a clown....always giving someo a wrap around. (usually B.Belicheck) Why do I always find myself looking for his MONDAY MORNING QB though? If he nothing else, he's always good for a football fix. If you're familiar with his articles, you'll recall (and probably cant stand) his updates on his daughters FIELD HOCKEY exploits. Annoying as all hell. One time, I posted that I wanted to see his daughter get wacked across the shins with a field hockey stick and some poster started attacking me for condoning child abuse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxman Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 15 minutes to Shea Stadium? Maybe if you are driving 95 mph with no traffic or are in a helicopter. I think he meant 15 minutes after you find a parking spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatsFanTX Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Is Peter King sure that they weren't conspiring on how to pad Martin's number of carries this season? !!!!! I am sick of these writers who are complete Martinette's!!!! Emersoon Boozer would stand out in 120 degree temperture back in the day!!!!!! Easy there Savage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage69 Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Easy there Savage. Ahem..Boozer has a Super Bowl ring..Where's Martins? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage69 Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Oh and 1 other thing..Martin as a 10 year pro and starter has avg 9.5 TD's a year and that includes both Rushing and receiving!! Boozer as a part time starter avg 7.1 TD's per year including Rushing and receiving..So Martin has him beat..Oh Did I mention Martin had 2007 more touches then Boozer?? So Part time player Boozer 64 td's Full Time player Martin 95 TD's. Oh yeah Cumar's the best alright!! PS..I didn't include 75 which was Boozers last year and he only had 20 touches..But let me add it anyway because it will take his per year avg down to 6.4!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GimmeShelter Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 You're ok Savage. Hope the bait tasted ok though I forgot the BBQ sauce. If you need any help getting the hook out of your mouth give TX a shout. All in good fun. I am a fan of Boozer as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage69 Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 You're ok Savage. Hope the bait tasted ok though I forgot the BBQ sauce. If you need any help getting the hook out of your mouth give TX a shout. All in good fun. I am a fan of Boozer as well. Talk about Dancing out of a statement!! Another Grad of Scottie's Make Believe Academy!! When the Facts are up what I have ALWAYS maintained is true kidding or not!! Martin makes the HOF based on his durability and Longevity! Not because he was the Best Jet back! The man needed more of everything to match stats!! 2007 more carries then Boozer who shared time with both Snell and Riggens! Who had the best TD production per carry?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetme23 Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 Noone saw the "where do you think ty law ends up" quote... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugg Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 I don't know about swapping rosters. But top to bottom, this is as talented a team as the Jets have had since 1998. Other than the secondary(and this could get better with the addition of Law),every unit is solid, especially so if Abraham gets his sorry a$$ into camp pronto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewilly Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 I don't know about swapping rosters. But top to bottom, this is as talented a team as the Jets have had since 1998. Other than the secondary(and this could get better with the addition of Law),every unit is solid, especially so if Abraham gets his sorry a$$ into camp pronto.[/quote I agree bugg. I'm not holding my breath for law, as much as I would luv to get him, I don't see how it could be financially feasible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthCoastJetsFan Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 I don't know about swapping rosters. But top to bottom, this is as talented a team as the Jets have had since 1998. Other than the secondary(and this could get better with the addition of Law),every unit is solid, especially so if Abraham gets his sorry a$$ into camp pronto. I'm not ready to say the offensive line is solid yet. I'll reserve judgement until I see them play. Same with the kicking teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugg Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 True. I would like to see Fabini come back into form and Jones be solid. We do have a wrecking crew from guard to guard though, and with a center/guard pulling combo of Mawae and Kendall, those guys only have to be okay, not great. If Jones can do the job well, look out. And with Nugent and Graham under Westhoff, the kicking part of the game is gonna be very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthCoastJetsFan Posted August 4, 2005 Share Posted August 4, 2005 True. I would like to see Fabini come back into form and Jones be solid. We do have a wrecking crew from guard to guard though, and with a center/guard pulling combo of Mawae and Kendall, those guys only have to be okay, not great. If Jones can do the job well, look out. And with Nugent and Graham under Westhoff, the kicking part of the game is gonna be very good. Bugg, I would love to agree about the kicking game, but that seems to be the biggest variable all over the league. New kickers always look good in camp, but most of them flame out in the season. All I want is to see some PT first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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