First “Tryout Tuesday” involves some recognizable names

Posted by Mike Florio on September 14, 2011

During the season, players are typically off on Tuesdays. And so, with the players in most cities not in the building, coaches and personnel types often bring in some new players for a look-see and, possibly, a contract. (It’s often called a Gong Show, especially when a team has a specific need that it’s trying to fill.

The Steelers, who signed tackle Jamon Meredith after his tryout, also looked at tackle Ray Willis.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/09/14/first-tryout-tuesday-involves-some-recognizable-names/
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He started at both right guard and right tackle for Seattle. He is known as a good run blocker.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Willis
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Shouldn't we be looking for someone who is good in pass protection?

Wallace108 wrote:

Posted by Mike Florio on September 14, 2011

During the season, players are typically off on Tuesdays. And so, with the players in most cities not in the building, coaches and personnel types often bring in some new players for a look-see and, possibly, a contract. (It’s often called a Gong Show, especially when a team has a specific need that it’s trying to fill.

The Steelers, who signed tackle Jamon Meredith after his tryout, also looked at tackle Ray Willis.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/09/14/first-tryout-tuesday-involves-some-recognizable-names/
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He started at both right guard and right tackle for Seattle. He is known as a good run blocker.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Willis
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Shouldn't we be looking for someone who is good in pass protection?

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vasteeler wrote:

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vasteeler wrote:

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vasteeler wrote:

i cant wait until you get rid of that horrid avatar

I was tempted to stick with the Ravens cheerleader, but I'm a man of my word. I issued a challenge and lost. But yeah, Sunday can't get here fast enough.