Terron Armstead To Start at LT

12-18-2013, 10:52 AM

I want to see them run that play they ran once or twice during the Seattle game, I don't think I've seen it since. It was basically, every tight end on the roster, lined up to one side, with a big O lineman in the backfield as a blocker (not Jed Collins, it was a real lineman, I don't remember who). Then they gave it to Pierre and did a variation of the old flying wedge play -- four or five guys, they just violently plowed everybody into one side of the Seahawks line, taking them out, road grading -- and Pierre broke it for nine yards. It looked like a 1920s football play. Gruden was loving it. Does anybody else remember this play?

If things start looking bad, like when it got ugly against Seattle, they should just keep doing THAT play over and over, until they make the Panthers or Seahawks find a way to stop it. Then go back to passing.

TXGSP · 12-18-2013, 11:14 AM

Hope rookie is ready, there may be several different Blitz packages to see how he handles it and to see if anyone free gets picked up.

Papa Voodoo · 12-18-2013, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by jnormand

The big guy is going to get thrown into the fire. He's going to make his first start guarding Drew's blindside against a good pass rush in one of the most important games of the year.

Wow....good luck Armstead!

It worked for Bushrod. I'm sure Brown will be activated in case.

QBREES9 · 12-18-2013, 12:08 PM

Next man up. Step up or get cut !

dueceloose · 12-18-2013, 12:13 PM

Originally Posted by TheOak

Armstead doesn't face any huge obstacles in the next two weeks. Neither the Bucs or Panthers swing huge bats on his side of the line.

No penalties and keep his head in the game and he will do fine.

I wonder will they switch the better players to his side to create a possible mismatch. What's Terrons weaknesses and strengths?

TheOak · 12-18-2013, 12:27 PM

Originally Posted by dueceloose

I wonder will they switch the better players to his side to create a possible mismatch. What's Terrons weaknesses and strengths?

No one knows his weaknesses or strengths except our coaches, so its a gamble for Carolina.

exile · 12-18-2013, 12:28 PM

Originally Posted by dueceloose

I wonder will they switch the better players to his side to create a possible mismatch. What's Terrons weaknesses and strengths?

Analysis

Strengths

Armstead is a fantastic athlete for the position. He is light on his feet in pass protection, and nimble when on the move. Agile, moves well in space, shows the quickness to get to the second level and cut off linebackers. Has been asked to pull all the way across the line and has shown effectiveness in doing so. Bends and redirects well. Extends his arms to keep pass rushers at bay. Not overwhelmed by defensive twists and stunts. Does a good job of selling play fakes, draws, and screens. Weaknesses

Needs to improve lower body strength. Can get bull rushed back. Faced sub-par competition. Needs to speed up hands, and be more consistent with his aiming point. Gets to the second level quickly, but will struggle to locate his target, gets lost in space. Will lunge at defenders with his head down in the run game. NFL Comparison

Duane Brown Bottom Line

Armstead has been a fast riser in the postseason process. He's got an intriguing athletic skill set. Despite facing sub-par competition in season, he's shown the ability to be a good pass protector, and contribute as a run blocker. He can likely stay outside, although some teams might see him as a guard. He could find himself as a Day 2 pick before all is said and done.
NFL Events: Combine Player Profiles - Terron Armstead

Budsdrinker · 12-18-2013, 12:37 PM

Well he should have been going against our 1's in practice so he should be OK.

Cruize · 12-18-2013, 12:41 PM

I understand the move. But, Brown is less of the problem and more of a message to the whole team.

RaginCajun83 · 12-18-2013, 12:42 PM

Just don't see why this move wasn't made sooner, time for Armsteand to sink or swim

12-18-2013, 10:52 AM	#31
Threaded by SaintsBro Site Donor Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: in line with my ridiculous CLEAR PLASTIC BAG Posts: 3,650 Blog Entries: 3 Rating: (0 votes - average) I want to see them run that play they ran once or twice during the Seattle game, I don't think I've seen it since. It was basically, every tight end on the roster, lined up to one side, with a big O lineman in the backfield as a blocker (not Jed Collins, it was a real lineman, I don't remember who). Then they gave it to Pierre and did a variation of the old flying wedge play -- four or five guys, they just violently plowed everybody into one side of the Seahawks line, taking them out, road grading -- and Pierre broke it for nine yards. It looked like a 1920s football play. Gruden was loving it. Does anybody else remember this play? If things start looking bad, like when it got ugly against Seattle, they should just keep doing THAT play over and over, until they make the Panthers or Seahawks find a way to stop it. Then go back to passing. WhoDat2301 likes this.
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12-18-2013, 11:14 AM	#32
TXGSP LET MY TEAM GO! Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Just north of COWGAL HELL Posts: 296	Re: Terron Armstead To Start at LT Hope rookie is ready, there may be several different Blitz packages to see how he handles it and to see if anyone free gets picked up.

12-18-2013, 11:21 AM	#33
Papa Voodoo 1000 Posts + Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1,633	Re: Terron Armstead To Start at LT Originally Posted by jnormand The big guy is going to get thrown into the fire. He's going to make his first start guarding Drew's blindside against a good pass rush in one of the most important games of the year. Wow....good luck Armstead! It worked for Bushrod. I'm sure Brown will be activated in case.

12-18-2013, 12:08 PM	#34
QBREES9 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: New Haven Ct Posts: 23,985	Re: Terron Armstead To Start at LT Next man up. Step up or get cut ! TheOak likes this.

12-18-2013, 12:13 PM	#35
dueceloose 500th Post Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 957	Re: Terron Armstead To Start at LT Originally Posted by TheOak Armstead doesn't face any huge obstacles in the next two weeks. Neither the Bucs or Panthers swing huge bats on his side of the line. No penalties and keep his head in the game and he will do fine. I wonder will they switch the better players to his side to create a possible mismatch. What's Terrons weaknesses and strengths?
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12-18-2013, 12:27 PM	#36
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12-18-2013, 12:28 PM	#37
exile Cake or Death? Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,608	Re: Terron Armstead To Start at LT Originally Posted by dueceloose I wonder will they switch the better players to his side to create a possible mismatch. What's Terrons weaknesses and strengths? Analysis Strengths Armstead is a fantastic athlete for the position. He is light on his feet in pass protection, and nimble when on the move. Agile, moves well in space, shows the quickness to get to the second level and cut off linebackers. Has been asked to pull all the way across the line and has shown effectiveness in doing so. Bends and redirects well. Extends his arms to keep pass rushers at bay. Not overwhelmed by defensive twists and stunts. Does a good job of selling play fakes, draws, and screens. Weaknesses Needs to improve lower body strength. Can get bull rushed back. Faced sub-par competition. Needs to speed up hands, and be more consistent with his aiming point. Gets to the second level quickly, but will struggle to locate his target, gets lost in space. Will lunge at defenders with his head down in the run game. NFL Comparison Duane Brown Bottom Line Armstead has been a fast riser in the postseason process. He's got an intriguing athletic skill set. Despite facing sub-par competition in season, he's shown the ability to be a good pass protector, and contribute as a run blocker. He can likely stay outside, although some teams might see him as a guard. He could find himself as a Day 2 pick before all is said and done. NFL Events: Combine Player Profiles - Terron Armstead
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12-18-2013, 12:37 PM	#38
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12-18-2013, 12:41 PM	#39
Cruize 1000 Posts + Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 4,457	Re: Terron Armstead To Start at LT I understand the move. But, Brown is less of the problem and more of a message to the whole team.
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12-18-2013, 12:42 PM	#40
RaginCajun83 Hou Saints Fan Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 5,050	Re: Terron Armstead To Start at LT Just don't see why this move wasn't made sooner, time for Armsteand to sink or swim ScottF likes this.

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