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I do agree with most of it. Bullock is, I think, likely to be our starting C next year as Linderbaum heads for free agency. Cleveland can play in a pinch as can Noteboom though neither is a potential starter longer term. We could have used more depth in the OL for sure, but if Stanley remains healthy, and I think he will due to his new eating and workout practices, the line should hold together for this year. It is no doubt our weakest link, but as Tsyl says, Lamar can make up for some of their shortcomings too. Next year I hope we can bring in some younger depth guys who have starting potenital. Maybe Jones gets through his shoulder injury and works out during the off-season at the castle to come in ready to practice and play next year. We'll see.

True.

I don't think the offensive line is as deep as it has been in the past...there's no Mekari this year...but if they can avoid injuries to 2 at the same time, it'll be alright. It's a good O-line for running the ball, but I think it could be better against the pass rush.

I think this team has the most difficult decisions to make regarding cuts than they've had in a long time. Maybe ever. There are a lot of guys I'd like to see them keep but it's impossible to keep them all when the current roster is so stacked. We could use more depth on the O-line but other than at C there doesn't seem to be any candidates. The defensive backfield is filled but there are several who could break in there. Running back is stacked but we've got to find a way to keep Ali in case of injury. Decisions, decisions, decisions! Too many to list them all.

That was satisfying win. Loop is impressive. We'll see how he holds up in the regular season but so far so good. Rush looked better today as well.

OK...I can buy that.

I would like an injury free game as well. Also, I'd like to see improvement continue with Cooper Rush. He and Walker teamed up well last week but he's still throwing too many INT's.

The Sun says X-rays on the foot were negative but nothing about his wrist.

Yeah, something smells fishy.

I agree with that move. Glad we kept Andrews.

I didn't know Likely had a fracture and resultant surgery. He may start the season on IR?

I like that.

He was indeed impressive. And Cooper Rush had some good moments too. I think he could lead the team in a pinch and I feel more comfortable with him after last night's game. Ditto for Ali.

D was solid...Walker is a keeper and should get some playing time with the ones..Loop looked like a veteran pro kicker tonight...Rush was mostly crisp...all in all a very good pre-season game.

My cable is working now so I’m recording it. I want to see an improvement in Rush’s passing game but without a running game he may be running a lot for his life. I don’t see Henry, Hill or probably even Mitchell playing tonight to take some of the pressure off the pass protection. I also want to see Green have a good night along with the rest of the D. But most of all, no injuries!

Less chance for starters to get hurt.

Yeah after seeing Stover's stats, I agree.

Well, I know he won't be as good as Tuck was, but I'm hoping he can match Stover's stats, although i should probably look those up...and, ...those stats show Stover took 3 seasons before he took off, hitting mostly in the mid-70% range during that time.

I'm beginning to get an uneasy feeling that Loop is going to be an inconsistent kicker for us this year. There's still time for him and the Special Teams coach and Harbaugh to figure it out, but come September if he's still missing inside the 45 we'll have a problem.

Geez...I hope Bisciotti doesn't sell.

Right. Great practice for both sides of the ball.

A good day for the offense! Sounds like they're catching up to the D. Looking forward to Saturdays game!

What a bummer...your first NFL game an you're out for a year. That's tough.

Good to hear that. Did Ojabo do anything more after he decked Richardson on a sack early on?

How did Green look? Was he getting pressure on their QB?