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So, I have only two words:
Brooks Barnard.
November 24, 2006
Walter's day
FOXBOROUGH -- New punter Ken Walter drew a large crowd from the assembled media today in the locker room, and he touched on his unpredictable return to the Patriots.
"I'd be stupid to say it didn't catch me on my heels a little bit," he said.
The 34-year-old Walter, who punted for the Patriots from 2001-2003, was asked about his role as a holder, which coach Bill Belichick said was crucial to signing him.
"I take a lot of pride in holding," Walter said. "It's three points or one point, but you're scoring. It's very important to get on the same page as the kicker and have him trust you as a holder."
Walter had been training back in his hometown of Charlotte, and had tryouts with the Jaguars and Texans last week. He wasn't expecting anything to happen with the Patriots, as their interest came out of nowhere.
"I got the call and was excited, to say the least," he said. "I've been busting my butt at home and trying to get back in this thing."
Posted By: mreiss | Time: 02:44:47 PM
November 24, 2006
Practice notes
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* New punter Ken Walter will wear jersey No. 15.
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Posted By: mreiss | Time: 11:59:24 AM
I am seriously in a state of shock that Ken Walter is back. My God
Speaking of punters...WHY do all of our punters, when punting from inside the opponents 40-50 yard line always kick it right down the middle of the field and, most of the time, into the end zone. Whatever happened to kicking the ball towards the coffin corner?......Must be the special teams coaching instructions.
Does anyone know if a punt has to bounce before going off the field?