The Practice Squad And Further Transactions

[Hammer of Thor]

So of course, with all speculation on the OL and talk of the the running back position, the guy promoted off the practice squad is a LB, Eric Martin.

Patriots Sign Linebacker Eric Martin, Cut Safety Dewey McDonald

However, still an open spot because McDonald was cut.

 

[Ross12]

Pats worked out both Pierre Thomas and Robert Turbin. Wouldn't mind seeing either guy in a Pats uniform. Turbin has some decent upside I think, but would take some time to learn the offense. Think he would be a nice complement to Blount, though.

New England Patriots work out free agent running backs Pierre Thomas and Robert Turbin, per report

 

[Love The Drake]

Turbin please or Archer

 

[DaBruinz]

Most db's can be gunners. It's a given when your a Patriot DB that you can tackle. That's the main requirement. Ebner's name came up because I feel we have too many safeties. I think there are numerous candidates to be a punt protector. We didn't have a problem at that spot before Ebner. Nor, will we post-Ebner.

We've played 2 straight games with 6 game-day OL, didn't hurt against Miami. Could have on Sunday if we were playing a better opponent. Sea Bass got dinged and we dumb-downed the offense.

No. Most DBs cannot be gunners. Nor are there numerous candidates to be Personal Protector. It's no wonder you are having such a hard time with the discussion. You really do not understand what those positions take for skills at all..

You don't have to tell me about them having played 2 straight games with 6 OL. I know that. I understand it. And I CLEARLY understand the jobs and skills it takes for the other positions as well. Something you clearly don't.

McDonald was released today and Martin was added, meaning they still have an open roster spot. It will probably be an O-lineman since Cannon, Vollmer and Jackson were DNP. And, since the Pats DID bring in Turbin and Thomas for try-outs, one of them could be added, with another player being released..

 

[Brady6]

Joey Iosefa

He is on the practice squad now and I expect him to take Lewis's roster spot. I think he is a promising player who can help in pass protection and run blocking.

Totally different player than Lewis, but we have White and Bolden who can serve that role.

Joey Iosefa

Joey Iosefa | Hawaii, FB : 2015 NFL Draft Scout Player Profile

 

[patsfaninpa]

We're halfway there. At least we have another lb. Now, let's drop another safety and get an OT.

 

[Mack Herron]

Mike Reiss ?@MikeReiss 28s28 seconds ago

Safety Dewey McDonald, waived by Patriots Thursday, was at facility today in anticipation of returning to practice squad. He cleared waivers

As you were.

 

[Mack Herron]

Turbin please or Archer

You really want to see Archer as personal protector of the GOAT?

 

[Hammer of Thor]

As you were.

Makes sense that he would probably take the PS spot of whichever tackle gets promoted.

 

[patsfaninpa]

We're halfway there. At least we have another lb. Now, let's drop another safety and get an OT.

No. Most DBs cannot be gunners. Nor are there numerous candidates to be Personal Protector. It's no wonder you are having such a hard time with the discussion. You really do not understand what those positions take for skills at all..

You don't have to tell me about them having played 2 straight games with 6 OL. I know that. I understand it. And I CLEARLY understand the jobs and skills it takes for the other positions as well. Something you clearly don't.

McDonald was released today and Martin was added, meaning they still have an open roster spot. It will probably be an O-lineman since Cannon, Vollmer and Jackson were DNP. And, since the Pats DID bring in Turbin and Thomas for try-outs, one of them could be added, with another player being released..

Other than being fast and a good tackler,what skills should a gunner posess?

 

[Marinlik]

Other than being fast and a good tackler,what skills should a gunner posess?

Beating blocks, taking the right angle, keeping contain, breaking down quickly in high speed. There's more to it than just being fast and being able to tackle.

 

[patsfaninpa]

Beating blocks, taking the right angle, keeping contain, breaking down quickly in high speed. There's more to it than just being fast and being able to tackle.

Those are techniques. Not skills. Can be learned by any dedicated pro.

 

[goheels22002]

Holy crap! Robert Turbin ! Sign him. I'd love to see this guy come rolling out of the backfield heading straight for Brandon Merriweather on Sunday.

 

[manxman2601]

One name to keep an eye on is Marion Grice who was drafted by the Chargers in the 6th round and has since been kicked around the league (was just released from the Lions PS. He has the potential to be a really good third down back although lacks the top notch athleticism one would normally want at the position.

He scored 18 TDs in 8 games in his final season before breaking a leg and had 91 catches in his last two collegiate seasons.

2014 NFL Draft: ASU's Marion Grice is nice, especially on third down

He did get a pre-draft private workout by us.

 

[n1997y]

How are King and McDonald helping us?

Wtf do they have to do with Ebner serving as personal protector for the punter? You lost me. Haven't studied it, off the top of my head might cut one of them or some other marginal contributor (Dobson?) to add another OL. There's one opening, figure Barker gets that one, might be worth creating another to also elevate Clausell. Not sure I'd cut King for it though, quick glance at where he came from reminds me of another UDFA rookie, last year. Two years at a community college, transferred to Auburn which is bigger than West Alabama, signed and stuck with the Pats. Just think if we were having this conversation early last year when the OL was a mess and Butler was barely hanging on to the back of the roster, what it might've led to? In BB we trust.

 

[n1997y]

Those are techniques. Not skills. Can be learned by any dedicated pro.

They're skills once they're learned. Before they're learned they are shortcomings.

 

[DaBruinz]

So, it looks like Barker is getting the promotion. I hope he's made similar strides to the other youngsters..

 

[p8ryts]

Barker was a turnstile in the final preseason game. He was against a good pass rusher Femontrae Moore and heard later he was injured at the time. I'll trust Bill and hope he will be adequate.

 

[Mack Herron]

So, it looks like Barker is getting the promotion. I hope he's made similar strides to the other youngsters..

Agreed. I'll be surprised if Stork doesn't start though,

 

[mgteich]

Barker was a turnstile in the final preseason game. He was against a good pass rusher Femontrae Moore and heard later he was injured at the time. I'll trust Bill and hope he will be adequate.

Adequate as what?

Barker is a backup at every position on the OL, but he will be a backup.