Getting off the field on third down. Along with not giving up explosive plays, it is a primary theme for Dave Clawson this season. That puts the onus on every position of the defense. But the defensive line is going to have to be a starting point in the Wake Forest “getting off the field” process. The Demon Deacons defense was 70th in the country last year. That put them at … [Read more...] about The Wake Forest Getting Off the Field Process
Archives for August 2024
What the Florida State Loss Means for the ACC
Yes, we know it was a Georgia Tech win. And a well-deserved one at that. But for the purposes of the ACC’s national prestige and what the Florida State loss means for the ACC, the Yellow Jackets celebration is a different topic. Two Sides of the Same Coin Conference commissioner Jim Phillips may have had a little, well-hidden smirk on his face when Aidan Birr hit the … [Read more...] about What the Florida State Loss Means for the ACC
AFC Notes: Brian Callahan, Joe Mixon, Colts, Texans, Titans
Colts Colts DT Raekwon Davis was placed on the non-football illness list after it was discovered he had elevated blood pressure during his pre-camp physical. He expressed gratitude for Indianapolis’ medical staff and is working toward getting back into football shape. “I’m so grateful [for the medical staff] catching that type of problem because we’ve been seeing so much with … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Brian Callahan, Joe Mixon, Colts, Texans, Titans
With Texans starting WRs out, preseason finale opens doors for roster spot
Throughout training camp, the top position battle to watch has been in the wide receiver room as the group possesses several capable NFL wideouts. Nico Collins, Stefon Diggs and Tank Dell all will sit out in Saturday’s preseason finale against the Los Angeles Rams. Veteran Robert Woods earned the off day, and likely a spot on the 53-man roster — for look to keep him healthy for … [Read more...] about With Texans starting WRs out, preseason finale opens doors for roster spot
Poor Defense Strikes Again, Astros Lose 3-2 To Orioles
Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images For much of his start on Saturday, Framber Valdez was cruising. The first five innings were relatively stress-free for the left-hander, minus the occasional base runner. His defense didn’t do Valdez many favors, but he still found a way out of trouble by inducing a groundout or picking up a strikeout when needed. Alas, sometimes all it … [Read more...] about Poor Defense Strikes Again, Astros Lose 3-2 To Orioles