macbob
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14 years ago
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Keep-an-eye-on-the-Packers-Randall-Cobb-2546.html 

I couldn’t stand game planning for wide receivers like Packers rookie Randall Cobb when I was a defensive back in the NFL. Work hard, get to a third down situation and then watch as the offense throws a route inside of the numbers to pick up exactly what they need.

Move the sticks and walk back to the huddle wondering why you couldn’t get off of the field as a defense. And it got to the point where we would have to scheme to take away the slot receiver—just to win third downs. And that can open up the entire field for the offense.

Can Cobb be that guy in Green Bay? That’s how I see it, because when you have dynamic talent inside of the numbers it gives you multiple options from a play calling perspective. An endless list of routes to run. Even stopping a 3-step slant becomes a chore from the slot position.

I’m usually very suspect when it comes to rookies at the WR position. They often vanish in the box score at times throughout their first year in the NFL. Not as easy transition from the soft, off-man coverages (or standard zone based schemes) they see in college to the rolled up CBs in the NFL that are physical at the line of scrimmage.

But I’m taking a different approach with the Packers rookie. On Saturday night in his first preseason action vs. the Browns, Cobb made his plays inside, from the slot position. And that is where he can make his money for this Green Bay offense on top of what he brings to the team in the return game.

Look at it this way: as a slot player you have a “two-way-go.” To break that down, think of the ability to release inside or outside. Different than a WR aligned outside of the numbers that has to deal with splits, the boundary and a cornerback sitting hard outside to take away any vertical release up the sideline.

It is a different game inside of the numbers. And the matchups are more favorable for the offense. Work vs. a No.3 CB when you have three WRs on the field or a FS walking down into coverage. Not a bad thing for a WR like Cobb that plays extremely fast and can produce after the catch in the open field.

Without question, the Packers have players on this offense that will see the ball more than the rookie: Jennings, Finley, Nelson, Jones, etc, etc. We are talking about an offense that is loaded across the board at the skill positions.

However, keep an eye on Cobb as the preseason progresses and once we roll into the regular season. Because I see a rookie that could make an impact early in 2011.

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Greg C.
14 years ago
I agree. Cobb totally backed up what we've been hearing about him in practice. He looks very quick and (knock on wood) sure-handed. I wonder if he could take some snaps away from Driver.
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bozz_2006
14 years ago

I agree. Cobb totally backed up what we've been hearing about him in practice. He looks very quick and (knock on wood) sure-handed. I wonder if he could take some snaps away from Driver.

Originally Posted by: Greg C. 



I hope he does. Note; "taking snaps away" from Driver is different than Driver forcing McCarthy to "give his snaps" to Cobb.
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shanks2122
14 years ago
Wow this kid is getting all kinds of air time. I am very suprised that everyone is talking about a rookie on the defending superbowl champs. He has got to have a huge wow factor or this would not be happening. Live up to it kid!
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wpr
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14 years ago

Wow this kid is getting all kinds of air time. I am very suprised that everyone is talking about a rookie on the defending superbowl champs. He has got to have a huge wow factor or this would not be happening. Live up to it kid!

Originally Posted by: shanks2122 




when you are the defending SB Champs you know what you have in Rodgers, Woodson, Matthews etal. Why not spend a little time in the PS to talk about the future of the team?
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Yerko
14 years ago

I hope he does. Note; "taking snaps away" from Driver is different than Driver forcing McCarthy to "give his snaps" to Cobb.

Originally Posted by: bozz_2006 



I might be the odd ball on this one, but I think Driver is going to have a great season this year. I am actually hoping he does because even though Cobb is doing good stuff on the field right now, there is no reason to throw him into the mix more than he needs to be. That is unless, he is doing a lot better than Driver.

I want Cobb on the field, don't get me wrong.
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Cheesey
14 years ago

I might be the odd ball on this one, but I think Driver is going to have a great season this year. I am actually hoping he does because even though Cobb is doing good stuff on the field right now, there is no reason to throw him into the mix more than he needs to be. That is unless, he is doing a lot better than Driver.

I want Cobb on the field, don't get me wrong.

Originally Posted by: G-Force 


I agree with you G-Force. I think Driver is looking forward to having a big year. And it will be nice if Cobb isn't forced "into the fire" and can learn from a guy like DD.
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PackerTraxx
14 years ago
I'm looking forward to seeing our 5 receiver set this year. I would think they could run it with 5 wideouts, or, 1 or 2 TEs and still have the threat of a run with Cobb in the slot.
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nyrpack
14 years ago
he was impressive recieving wise, id like to see some explosiveness in the return !!
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Greg C.
14 years ago

he was impressive recieving wise, id like to see some explosiveness in the return !!

Originally Posted by: nyrpack 



He didn't have much to work with in the Cleveland game, but I liked it that he went north-south on the kickoff returns and got very good yardage. On his one punt return he made the first guy miss but wasn't able to gain anything. No problems hanging onto the ball. He should get some chances to show his stuff by the time the preseason is over.
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