Glenn Toby: "Asante in the Greatest Shape of his Life" - New England Patriots Forums

drakesta101 · 08-27-2007, 12:48 PM

http://ledger.southofboston.com/arti...s/sports02.txt

Not something that wasn't to be expected coming from Samuel's camp, but might as well be reported here.

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"When that man comes back to that field, whether it’s (this) week or whether it’s the 10th, 11th, 12th game of the season, I’m telling you, there will be unparalleled performance. This guy has not forgotten the basics of the game. Alonzo and I were on the phone (last Thursday) for about an hour talking about strategy and a way to get this guy back on the field and in the game. But just watching him work out, when he does come back it’s going to be amazing."

***cstjohn17*** · 08-27-2007, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by drakesta101

http://ledger.southofboston.com/arti...s/sports02.txt

Not something that wasn't to be expected coming from Samuel's camp, but might as well be reported here.

This is almost as predictable as him showing up in time to collect his pay checks.

***T-ShirtDynasty*** · 08-27-2007, 01:04 PM

Blah-blah-blah... keep in mind this is the image-pimp that came out earlier in the preseason to say that Asante and the Pats front office were getting closer to a deal, only to have Asante's listed agent come out the next day and say that was false.

sieglo · 08-27-2007, 01:37 PM

Is this the same guy that said Jonathan Sullivan was in the best shape of his life last year?

RayClay · 08-27-2007, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by drakesta101

http://ledger.southofboston.com/arti...s/sports02.txt

Not something that wasn't to be expected coming from Samuel's camp, but might as well be reported here.

I haven't read it yet, but you realize this guy is the PR master of the organization.

Right after the Super Bowl he brings a truckload of ice up to Alaska to just to sharpen his salesmanship skills.

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This could be something magic

I actually love this guy, I'd hire him in a second.

Now just keep your eye on the red card.

RayClay · 08-27-2007, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by T-ShirtDynasty

Blah-blah-blah... keep in mind this is the image-pimp that came out earlier in the preseason to say that Asante and the Pats front office were getting closer to a deal, only to have Asante's listed agent come out the next day and say that was false.

C'mon T-shirt, this could be magic!

I seriously think this guy helped the negotiations from being too acrimonious when their side was plainly frustrated.

All that BS about Samuel loving the team, to win blah blah might pay dividends now since he has an obviously uncomfortable reunion as a franchise signee.

What's wrong wit a little seduction? Could be magic....

LA Pats Fan · 08-27-2007, 02:25 PM

Have we all forgotton how much of a physical speciman Tebucky was. Being in shape doesn't mean you can play football in the Patriots system. Asante will have to relearn how to play in the secondary with Rodney and Eugene - out most of last year and Adalius Thomas. Its the defensive TEAM performace that matters not Asante's .

***cstjohn17*** · 08-27-2007, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by LA Pats Fan

Have we all forgotton how much of a physical speciman Tebucky was. Being in shape doesn't mean you can play football in the Patriots system. Asante will have to relearn how to play in the secondary with Rodney and Eugene - out most of last year and Adalius Thomas. Its the defensive TEAM performace that matters not Asante's .

I don't think the learning curve at CB is that steep, especially when you have started for several years. If anything he will benefit from the improved front seven.

In reality Gay will be on the IR before game 1 (it would be so nice he if could stay on the field for the whole season...). If Gay performs ok I wonder if the Patriots would try to extend him, maybe 4 years, $12M, 3 up front. It would give the protection in 08 as they are very thin at CB after this season. Off the top of my head I think only these players are under contract in 08:
- Hobbs, Richardson (if he makes the team or PS), Eddie Jackson

I will be surprised if Samuel doesn't see some action against the Jets and very surprised if he doesn't start the Chargers game.

Pats726 · 08-27-2007, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by LA Pats Fan

Have we all forgotton how much of a physical speciman Tebucky was. Being in shape doesn't mean you can play football in the Patriots system. Asante will have to relearn how to play in the secondary with Rodney and Eugene - out most of last year and Adalius Thomas. Its the defensive TEAM performace that matters not Asante's .

I agree for the most part..... Felger goes further saying that the 2 a days and other team things are so so important..saying he is 31 days behind schedule. I will not go that far..maybe 2 weeks behind. He does have to get into synch with the team; no way will this be a "magic" year like last year. THAT is my prediction and I think anyone who believes in this "magic" year is smoking something quite strong. Both felger and Romase also think he could very easily end up with an injury.

Pats726 · 08-27-2007, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by cstjohn17

I don't think the learning curve at CB is that steep, especially when you have started for several years. If anything he will benefit from the improved front seven.

In reality Gay will be on the IR before game 1 (it would be so nice he if could stay on the field for the whole season...). If Gay performs ok I wonder if the Patriots would try to extend him, maybe 4 years, $12M, 3 up front. It would give the protection in 08 as they are very thin at CB after this season. Off the top of my head I think only these players are under contract in 08:
- Hobbs, Richardson (if he makes the team or PS), Eddie Jackson

I will be surprised if Samuel doesn't see some action against the Jets and very surprised if he doesn't start the Chargers game.

Samuel is NOT a special player and will be hindered by his late arrival. Of course he will benefit by the 7 up front, but that is not the problem..The problem is his playing with the current starting backfield which he has not done. This is not baseball; it's a team sport and Samuel has missed a lot by not being in camp.
As far as Gay goes, I think you have been smoking something..maybe the same that thinks this will be a magic year for Samuel. We shall see what happens against the Jets and how quickly he fits in.