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Direckshun · 05-29-2007, 10:26 PM

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WEST DIVISION

Denver Broncos

Teammates jokingly called safety Nick Ferguson "Barbaro" since he limped so badly coming off surgery for torn knee cartilage. But Ferguson, who thrives on people discounting his ability, healed and was a full participant in the recent passing camp. Ferguson says it's important to prove to the organization that the injury won't affect him moving forward. Ferguson must continue building strength and endurance but moved well during seven days of practices.

Kansas City Chiefs

Management is hurting Brodie Croyle's development by refusing to trade Trent Green. Croyle must get most of the snaps in offseason practices to speed his development, but coaches were splitting them among Croyle, Green, Damon Huard and Casey Printers. They must discover quickly whether Croyle can be their quarterback. If he shows potential, they are better off making him the starter now to start his development. If he doesn't, the team can prepare to draft a quarterback next year. Green's presence is divisive in the locker room and a distraction. Management is holding out for a better offer from the Dolphins.

Oakland Raiders

Running back Michael Bush is making progress in his recovery from a broken right leg. He is jogging and doing light individual drills in hopes he will can participate in training camp. Bush has a titanium rod in his leg and had two surgeries to repair his injury. Management isn't counting on much from Bush this season and can wait because LaMont Jordan, Dominic Rhodes and Justin Fargas are on the roster. However, the team is eager to get Bush in shape because of his immense potential as a bruising runner between the tackles who can bust loose on the perimeter. Coaches will take a long look at Bush during camp and bring him along for use in 2008. Even so, don't rule out Bush's getting significant playing time this season, especially if one of the other backs struggles or is injured.

San Diego Chargers

Special teams standout Kassim Osgood is dropping the ball - literally -- in his best chance yet to show on the new coaching staff he can be a receiver. Osgood is big and fast but not terribly athletic, and his bouts of the dropsies not uncommon. With a potent offense looking to spread the ball around more, the fifth receiver slot is open for Osgood or Greg Camarillo to take. Osgood isn't consistently catching passes in coaching sessions and could again find himself lacking chances.

05-29-2007, 10:26 PM	Topic Starter
Direckshun __ Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springpatch Casino cash: $4433447	Sporting News AFCW Team Reports Mandatory late night football jackoff thread. As always, do what you wish with the thread. http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slu...=tsn&type=lgns WEST DIVISION Denver Broncos Teammates jokingly called safety Nick Ferguson "Barbaro" since he limped so badly coming off surgery for torn knee cartilage. But Ferguson, who thrives on people discounting his ability, healed and was a full participant in the recent passing camp. Ferguson says it's important to prove to the organization that the injury won't affect him moving forward. Ferguson must continue building strength and endurance but moved well during seven days of practices. Kansas City Chiefs Management is hurting Brodie Croyle's development by refusing to trade Trent Green. Croyle must get most of the snaps in offseason practices to speed his development, but coaches were splitting them among Croyle, Green, Damon Huard and Casey Printers. They must discover quickly whether Croyle can be their quarterback. If he shows potential, they are better off making him the starter now to start his development. If he doesn't, the team can prepare to draft a quarterback next year. Green's presence is divisive in the locker room and a distraction. Management is holding out for a better offer from the Dolphins. Oakland Raiders Running back Michael Bush is making progress in his recovery from a broken right leg. He is jogging and doing light individual drills in hopes he will can participate in training camp. Bush has a titanium rod in his leg and had two surgeries to repair his injury. Management isn't counting on much from Bush this season and can wait because LaMont Jordan, Dominic Rhodes and Justin Fargas are on the roster. However, the team is eager to get Bush in shape because of his immense potential as a bruising runner between the tackles who can bust loose on the perimeter. Coaches will take a long look at Bush during camp and bring him along for use in 2008. Even so, don't rule out Bush's getting significant playing time this season, especially if one of the other backs struggles or is injured. San Diego Chargers Special teams standout Kassim Osgood is dropping the ball - literally -- in his best chance yet to show on the new coaching staff he can be a receiver. Osgood is big and fast but not terribly athletic, and his bouts of the dropsies not uncommon. With a potent offense looking to spread the ball around more, the fifth receiver slot is open for Osgood or Greg Camarillo to take. Osgood isn't consistently catching passes in coaching sessions and could again find himself lacking chances.
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