RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker

Nflnick11 · 05-03-2009, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Ever since Shanahan was fired the Broncos seem to be plagued by questionable moves including the hiring of McDaniels.

Agreed, mcdanields should have gone to Kansas city with pioli that way they'd have cassel and all those new England guys over there and the same philosophy

Son Of Man · 05-03-2009, 11:42 AM

Some scouts feel that Rak will put on weight as he matures, maybe getting over 270 pounds. Then he would be better built to take the pounding that running teams will throw at him on the strong side. The team doesn't want to put Rak out of position at the LDE and have another Jason taylor situation. I'm comfortable with them taking a look at him as a tweener. We'll see how it plays out.

jsarno · 05-03-2009, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

Ever since Shanahan was fired the Broncos seem to be plagued by questionable moves including the hiring of McDaniels.

Well, when they think there are SEVERAL problems, you have to break down to build up. Their previous method didn't work out too well for them. They missed the playoffs the last 3 seasons, and have won exactly 1 playoff game after the 1998 season. Whether you think the moves are questionable or not, a shake up is exactly what this team needed.

The Goat · 05-03-2009, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Son Of Man

Some scouts feel that Rak will put on weight as he matures, maybe getting over 270 pounds. Then he would be better built to take the pounding that running teams will throw at him on the strong side. The team doesn't want to put Rak out of position at the LDE and have another Jason taylor situation. I'm comfortable with them taking a look at him as a tweener. We'll see how it plays out.

This is my gut feeling too...won't be surprised if he's over 270 when all said and done. Plenty of room on that frame and I think he'll really focus on building leg strength at this level, which is the easiest way to add weight/mass.

Lotus · 05-03-2009, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by The Goat

This is my gut feeling too...won't be surprised if he's over 270 when all said and done. Plenty of room on that frame and I think he'll really focus on building leg strength at this level, which is the easiest way to add weight/mass.

I feel the same. I also feel like sending him a case of steaks and some workout music as encouragement.

53Fan · 05-03-2009, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Lotus

I feel the same. I also feel like sending him a case of steaks and some workout music as encouragement.

If he's not interested, you can always send them to me Lotus.

mrreddman · 05-03-2009, 04:46 PM

Daniels is the perfect person to teach/mold rak-o-sack the ropes. He is a true professional, knows the system in and out and loves the weight room.

gw0103 · 05-03-2009, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mrreddman

Daniels is the perfect person to teach/mold rak-o-sack the ropes. He is a true professional, knows the system in and out and loves the weight room.

Daniels came into the league at about the same weight, and the guy has really been a rock his whole career. It's good for a young talent like Rak to have alot on veteran wisdom to draw from on everything that is football from conditioning to on field conduct. He's lucky to be surrounded with helpful advice.

Lotus · 05-03-2009, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 53Fan

If he's not interested, you can always send them to me Lotus.

Will you score 10 sacks from LDE if I do?

53Fan · 05-03-2009, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Lotus

Will you score 10 sacks from LDE if I do?

I'll damn sure try buddy.

tryfuhl · 05-03-2009, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by NoviSkins

It looks like he was playing linebacker because Mcintosh was excused for personal reasons. Once he's back, he'll slide back into LB and Orakpo takes over for Daniels.

Rocky was expected to be out that day only; that's not a reason to put somebody else in that position during a minicamp.

Lotus · 05-03-2009, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by tryfuhl

Rocky was expected to be out that day only; that's not a reason to put somebody else in that position during a minicamp.

You are correct. But seeing what the new boy can do in different positions well before the games count is a reason for putting him there. It is positional due diligence, if nothing else.

Nflnick11 · 05-03-2009, 07:09 PM

I would just keep chris Wilson at LB and keep Rak at DE

Lotus · 05-03-2009, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 53Fan

I'll damn sure try buddy.

Fine! I'll send you Christina Hamburger.

tryfuhl · 05-03-2009, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by EARTHQUAKE2689

Who is "she" exactly? Whoever she is she needs to shut up and keep her legs closed. LOL

That's going a bit far.

05-03-2009, 11:42 AM	#77
Son Of Man Impact Rookie Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 643	Re: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker Some scouts feel that Rak will put on weight as he matures, maybe getting over 270 pounds. Then he would be better built to take the pounding that running teams will throw at him on the strong side. The team doesn't want to put Rak out of position at the LDE and have another Jason taylor situation. I'm comfortable with them taking a look at him as a tweener. We'll see how it plays out. Last edited by Son Of Man; 05-03-2009 at 11:50 AM.

05-03-2009, 04:46 PM	#82
mrreddman Special Teams Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: alexandria va Posts: 143	Re: RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker Daniels is the perfect person to teach/mold rak-o-sack the ropes. He is a true professional, knows the system in and out and loves the weight room.

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Nflnick11 Special Teams Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 432	Re: RI: Orakpo Starts Out at Linebacker I would just keep chris Wilson at LB and keep Rak at DE

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