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File Under: Mike Nugent, David Barrett, Andre Dyson, Tony Hollings, Evan Prall
08/07 — I didn't do my due diligence as a sports meteorologist because the early evening weather was not nearly as bad as the morning's heat, more low 80s under a thick cloud cover than low 90s under a still sizzling setting sun.
And the practice wasn't as sizzling as the morning session, more learning and review, it seemed for the most part.
Andre Dyson came up with a gem in early teams work, jumping on a Chad Pennington pass intended for Laveranues Coles and coming up with the interception. Later, 10 and 87 returned the favor by completing a crisp pass against Dyson's coverage.
In those same 11-on-11 drills, the good news was that Evan Prall, the free agent WR from East Stroudsburg, leaped for a pretty sideline reception of a Marques Tuiasosopo throw. The bad news was that Prall was caught extending his arm to hold off the coverage of CB Rayshaun Kizer. The penalty: One lap for Prall.
David Barrett continued his strong corner play on a Pennington-to-Coles downfield ball that Barrett broke up.
Pennington tried for another 90-plus-yard drive to match his 99-yard march of the a.m., but this time he was stopped at midfield.
Kellen Clemens was quick to read the opening vacated by S Rashad Washington and hit Chansi Stuckey crisply.
Recently signed RB Tony Hollings had a couple of back-to-back gainers, the first on an off-tackle run, the second on a pass from Brad Smith.
Mike Nugent kept up his hot foot with a pair of "game-winning" field goals to end the two-minute drills at the end of practice. The second was a mere 55-yarder, solidly hit and down the middle with room to spare. So far this summer, Nooge is looking huge.
Fans Respond
Here's your chance to tell Randy what you think! Add a Comment | Hide All Show All (11)Ira Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 7:07am EDT"It looks like Nugent was well worth that 2nd rd pick. All-Pro potential this year. Very important that Dyson plays well. Hamstring injuries can take time so i don't expect Miller back for awhile. Hollings, Banks and Ware who can grab that #3 RB spot. I think Banks has the best chance. "
Ira Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 8:10am EDT"Kendall shouldn't be crying about playing with the 2nd team in this Fridays game. If Clarke plays well thats great for the Jets. If not then they can turn to Kendall and let him start. Can't see Kendall not wanting to play if he starts. He will be a pro about it. There is $ still on the table."
Kyle Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 8:19am EDT"Is Nugent still kicking at those arena goal posts? If he is and hitting 55 yarders thats pretty sick. Barret is still looking good which is a great sign. When healthy all the guy does is make plays. Whats the word on Miller just how big of a challenge does he have in front of him??"
Ryan Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 8:48am EDT"I love how there is still no word on Darrell Revis. I like how Tannebauem is very firm in the way he does contracts but he has to be careful or free agents wont want to come to the jets. I really think the Jets are legitamite contenders this year"
Ira Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 8:57am EDT"Good to see somebody else give Barrett some respect. The guy is a tuff, hard working player that makes more plays than he gives up. 06 he had 3 INT's , 6 PD's and 36 tackles in 13 games. GO JETS!!!!"
Drew Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 10:26am EDT"I am very happy to hear Barrett is still having a nice camp. But Barrett has brought me just as many tears as cheers..(Sorry Ira) Very pumped about Nugent, I even like when we picked him the the 2nd round. I did think he would have a much bigger leg like at OSU. NCAA does use a different ball though"
Ira Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 11:55am EDT"Good point about the K-Ball.. I have always been against it. You don't take foul shots with a larger basketball. They should use 1 football. Randy, that would be good stat info. All kicking stats before and after the K-Ball."
Drew Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 12:30pm EDT"I remember Nooge used to kick the ball 5 yds deep every kickoff @ OSU and always drilled 50+ yds FGs with ease. I know this because I am a Michigan fan and saw him kill them for 3+ yrs. The league just wants to see returns. so they use the K-Ball....which is great the Jets and Justin Miller"
donal Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 1:03pm EDT"I am very concerned about Nugent being the only kicker in camp. Will his leg be tired as the season progresses? Let's get another kicker for camp ASAP."
pat Said:
Fri, August 10, 2007 - 12:22pm EDT"i dont think we'll have to worry about another Doug Brien episode with Nooge so I too feel good about him."
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Ed Puchalski Said:
Wed, August 8, 2007 - 6:51am EDT"Randy, its good to hear "Nooge is looking huge" lets hope he could bang back some touchbacks this year. We can't give up the kind of field position we have given up in his first two seasons. Is Thomas Jones really going to be as good as everyone is saying? Lets hope so, with him & Leon well be ok"
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