Scout's Notebook: Intriguing Practice Battles, Wilson's Development; More

[RS12]

I love the battles between La’el Collins and David Irving in these practices. Both are giving their best shots technique-wise to stop the other. There are snaps where Collins gets Irving, then a couple of plays later, Irving gets Collins off balance and makes his way to the passer. With no Chaz Green at practice, Byron Bell and Dan Skipper split reps behind Collins.

I know it’s early, but Damien Wilson is moving around like a guy that’s not going to give up his job anytime soon. Wilson was all over the field even getting some work in the nickel at linebacker. Paired with Anthony Hitchens, he appeared comfortable and confident. Of all the linebackers, his ability to close on the ball might be the most impressive on the squad. There were several snaps where he was up the field, then like a flash turned and sprinted to chase running past his teammates. Keep an eye on him as we get closer to training camp.

http://www.dallascowboys.com/news/2...battles-wilsons-development-more?sf83849798=1

 

[Bigdog]

That Smith guy is getting beat a lot by that rookie Charlton. I think he needs to be cut, lol.

 

[Daillest88]

Collins will be so much better by time the season starts at RT. I'm excited for the improvement at that position

 

[Teague31]

What's going on at LG? Cleay seems to be getting a lot of first team reps

 

[UTmodisette]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, Jourdan Lewis is eventually going to be a top 2 outside corner for this team. I wouldn't be surprised if they go with the Cliff Harris development plan by putting him at slot early on due to his size and rookie status, but he is too good at playing the ball in the air to leave him in the slot. I think he will end up as the best player from this draft class.

 

[Zordon]

Where is Chaz? Did I miss another injury?

 

[bodi]

Noah Brown had one out of the slot against Chidobe Awuzie that was a thing of beauty. Brown managed to get initially clear of Awuzie and with the ball over his inside shoulder, he extended his hands and the ball rested right in there. Brown had an up-and-down practice with his overall consistency so he needs to work on that

I like this

 

[Bullflop]

What's going on at LG? Cleay seems to be getting a lot of first team reps

I think they're just trying to see if they can "coach him up" to become effective there. I believe others will be tested as well before it's over.

 

[Alexander]

Where is Chaz? Did I miss another injury?

Garrett said it is his back. If anyone still is wondering why Collins at RT after two years of resistance here is your answer.

 

[CCBoy]

Jason Garrett spoke about the veteran leaders like Dez Bryant and Jason Witten and just how difficult it is to have them go half-speed or take a day. Another guy that’s been a pretty consistent presence during these drills has been Terrance Williams. When asked why he stayed with the Cowboys, his response was L-O-Y-A-L-T-Y. For your daily Jaylon Smith update, he did NOT practice in front of the media but that’s been the plan all along. He did work off to the side and we just may get a glimpse when the mandatory mini-camp starts.

Best play of OTA 5 was red zone, when Kellen Moore threw a corner fade to Terrance Williams, only to see Jourdan Lewis dive and break it up.

1:55 PM - 31 May 2017

This wouldn’t be an OTA update without a little more praise for Dak Prescott and leadership from Dez Bryant:

• Deion and Nate

• Terrence Williams

http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2017...rs-nolan-carroll-jaylon-smith-ezekiel-elliott

 

[speedkilz88]

What's going on at LG? Cleay seems to be getting a lot of first team reps

Joe Looney the backup center hurt his back the first day so they have Cooper getting those reps. Cooper is now their emergency center above Martin. (if he makes the team)

Where is Chaz? Did I miss another injury?

Chaz has been rehabbing his back, but he did work out on days that the media was not allowed. There are a couple photos of him on the cowboys site.

 

[diefree666]

Joe Looney the backup center hurt his back the first day so they have Cooper getting those reps. Cooper is now their emergency center above Martin. (if he makes the team)


Chaz has been rehabbing his back, but he did work out on days that the media was not allowed. There are a couple photos of him on the cowboys site.

Backup Center is an area we need to put a little more effort into I think. As indestructible as Fredbeard seems we need to have someone competent there.

 

[speedkilz88]

Backup Center is an area we need to put a little more effort into I think. As indestructible as Fredbeard seems we need to have someone competent there.

Joe Looney is a pretty decent backup G/C with 13 starts under his belt.

 

[Screw The Hall]

I'm excited about Wilson. I was happy with the way he was coming along last year.