Whitworth's weight loss concern anyone?

[OSUfan]

Originally Posted by BengalsBong

When guys are not pushed for thier spot each and every year they get complacent.

Response given the credit it is due........yep that was about it.

[hugh jasse]

Originally Posted by BengalsBong

When guys are not pushed for thier spot each and every year they get complacent.

i disagree. If this was true then Peyton Manning would have never become great. Who's pushing Brady? Who was pushing Michael Jordan for his spot each and every year. I agree that there should be competition for spots, but professionals should be able to motivate themselves. I believe Whitworth has worked hard to become an elite left tackle and should be praised. I believe Dalton is someone that will work his tail off whether someone is "pushing" him or not. Some guys have it and some don't.

I feel you should bring in guys for positions that you feel need upgraded. To bring in someone to push someone playing at an all pro level just to "push them" would be wasting a spot on the roster. Bring in someone to push our running backs maybe, but not our LT who has been solid for years.

And as far as the original quesion, Whitworth is the least of my worries. Boling has me worried and if any other OL goes down I will be VERY worried. Also, God help us if Dalton or AJ goes down.

Overall, I am thrilled with this team right now. The future is very bright!

[NATI BENGALS]

For an offensive linemen Whit's arms look pretty pathetic. He looks like he hasnt done a bicep curl or tricep extension in his life.

[Truck_1_0_1_]

Originally Posted by NATI BENGALS

For an offensive linemen Whit's arms look pretty pathetic. He looks like he hasnt done a bicep curl or tricep extension in his life.

He has the smallest arms and legs of any 330 pound lineman I've ever seen.

That just means he's big and solid in the core and chest, and THAT'S where his strength comes from, I'm sure.

[BengalsBong]

Originally Posted by Dricis

I'd be more concerned if he still had the weight. He said his leg gave out on him last year during the season, which was what prompted him to lose the weight. He's looking out for his body to extend his career, I'm sure it will take a bit of time to adjust to playing at a lower weight, but let's see how he does next week in the closest thing we'll see to a real game in the preseason. I'm betting the o-line works on fundamentals a lot this week, more so in the running game than the passing game though.

Whitworth in not a powerful guy you can tell by his frame he is not a weight room type guy.So if he used the extra weight in years past to help him anchor on bull rushes or use it get push in the running game then the weight loss could effect him greatly.

[BengalsBong]

Originally Posted by BengalTrucker

He had two tackles.

I missed it when I first read the stats.

Still only two tackles, from one of the best pass rushers in the game.

That is good for anyone.

Again, how many did he get against Whitworth?

Not saying Whit had a good game or bad game.You said he did not give up a tackle which I knew was wrong so I pointed it out.

[BengalsBong]

Originally Posted by hugh jasse

i disagree. If this was true then Peyton Manning would have never become great. Who's pushing Brady? Who was pushing Michael Jordan for his spot each and every year. I agree that there should be competition for spots, but professionals should be able to motivate themselves. I believe Whitworth has worked hard to become an elite left tackle and should be praised. I believe Dalton is someone that will work his tail off whether someone is "pushing" him or not. Some guys have it and some don't.

I feel you should bring in guys for positions that you feel need upgraded. To bring in someone to push someone playing at an all pro level just to "push them" would be wasting a spot on the roster. Bring in someone to push our running backs maybe, but not our LT who has been solid for years.

And as far as the original quesion, Whitworth is the least of my worries. Boling has me worried and if any other OL goes down I will be VERY worried. Also, God help us if Dalton or AJ goes down.

Overall, I am thrilled with this team right now. The future is very bright!

If boling tackles alloud in the Falcons game was matched against Whits, snaps taken into consideration I am pretty sure you would find Whit gave up more tackles.Whit is team leader and God to most around here.Boling is 2nd year player with 3 starts last year.

[NATI BENGALS]

Originally Posted by BengalsBong

If boling tackles alloud in the Falcons game was matched against Whits, snaps taken into consideration I am pretty sure you would find Whit gave up more tackles.Whit is team leader and God to most around here.Boling is 2nd year player with 3 starts last year.

Most teams would give their LT help blocking Abraham. We didnt.

There is usually some type of game planning involved to help counter the opposing teams best defensive player. But its preseason and there is no game planning.

Its preseason... even for veterans. And if one of your tackles is getting abused as bad as people around here are saying Whit was then the QB would be taking some serious hits. Did I miss Andy taking some serious hits?

[BengalsBong]

Originally Posted by NATI BENGALS

Most teams would give their LT help blocking Abraham. We didnt.

There is usually some type of game planning involved to help counter the opposing teams best defensive player. But its preseason and there is no game planning.

Its preseason... even for veterans. And if one of your tackles is getting abused as bad as people around here are saying Whit was then the QB would be taking some serious hits. Did I miss Andy taking some serious hits?

I think it has been stated that he did not give up any sacks.He gave up 3 tackles in the run game.Why are you asking about a QB being pressured?Try to keep up next time ok.

[NATI BENGALS]

Originally Posted by BengalsBong

I think it has been stated that he did not give up any sacks.He gave up 3 tackles in the run game.Why are you asking about a QB being pressured?Try to keep up next time ok.

I said hits. Big difference.

[BengalsBong]

Originally Posted by NATI BENGALS

I said hits. Big difference.

Go have some coffee or get some sleep come back read the posts again.I am talking about the run game you are talking about pass protection 2 different things.

[savagehenry54]

Originally Posted by dr1441

Regardless of who else Abraham made look bad, the OP was talking about how Abraham made OUR team's LT look like a high school player.

He looked awful, point blank.

Abraham is a beast, Whit hung in there alright, it's early, he'll be fine, I'm not worried about him at all.

[savagehenry54]

Originally Posted by dr1441

He has been top notch in pass protection for a few years, which he struggled in.

He has been in the bottom half of the league in run protection and Abraham was blowing up our running game.

That should be a cause of concern for everyone.

Nope, Whit's proven and steady, nothing to worry about. He'll play to the level we expect and hopefully, no longer dinged, the run blocking will improve.

[tlotharw]

Originally Posted by Truck_1_0_1_

He has the smallest arms and legs of any 330 pound lineman I've ever seen.

That just means he's big and solid in the core and chest, and THAT'S where his strength comes from, I'm sure.

Maybe Whitworth and the line would be better run blockers if they were in better physical condition.

[CinciREborn]

Andre Smith is a fat lard and we complain like little school girls
Andrew Whitworth looses a little weight and we complain like little school girls

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Im sure the reasoning Whits lost a little weight is its something the coaches have addressed and if not, and its a concern im sure the coaches would address it and I have a gut feeling with the personality of whit, if it was addressed he would fix it.

[BengalRugby]

If your biggest concern on the o-line is Whitworth's play, then they are in great shape.

[rfaulk34]

Originally Posted by savagehenry54

Abraham is a beast, Whit hung in there alright, it's early, he'll be fine, I'm not worried about him at all.

Certainly no need to worry, since the facts are, not only didn't Whit look like a high-schooler, he played pretty well.

[rfaulk34]

Originally Posted by savagehenry54

Nope, Whit's proven and steady, nothing to worry about. He'll play to the level we expect and hopefully, no longer dinged, the run blocking will improve.

Certainly no need to worry since the facts are, Abraham didn't "blow up our running game".

[Mr. Hopeful]

Originally Posted by dr1441

He has been top notch in pass protection for a few years, which he struggled in.

He has been in the bottom half of the league in run protection and Abraham was blowing up our running game.

That should be a cause of concern for everyone.

You are over-reacting on this one. It is not every game he will face someone like that and he will be fine.

After Thursdays game this week everyone will be withdrawing their arguments.

[Truck_1_0_1_]

Originally Posted by tlotharw

Maybe Whitworth and the line would be better run blockers if they were in better physical condition.

Who says they're not in shape?

[Mr. Hopeful]

Originally Posted by dr1441

Didn't realize I wasn't allowed out of the draft forum........... I also like to come in here and see all of the excuses people make for the team. Reminds me of why mediocrecy is acceptable.

If the Bengals won the SuperBowl 24-20, you would complain that is wasnt by a touchdown wouldnt you????

[Mr. Hopeful]

Originally Posted by BengalsBong

Go have some coffee or get some sleep come back read the posts again.I am talking about the run game you are talking about pass protection 2 different things.

I am starting to think that Bengal Bong is Dr 1441 too.



Have you all noticed that when Dr 1441 was getting attacked Bengal Bong came on right as he left??? Hmmmmmmmm

[dr1441]

Originally Posted by Mr. Hopeful

You are over-reacting on this one. It is not every game he will face someone like that and he will be fine.

After Thursdays game this week everyone will be withdrawing their arguments.

Lets hope so but looking at our schedule this year, if Whit has many half's like he did against ATL we will be in serious trouble this year.

People can say they watched it back and blah blah blah, Abraham made Whit look horrible. They aren't the only ones that went back and watched it.

Here are some more opponents that Whit will face this year:

Baltimore- Courtney Upshaw
Cleveland- J. Sheard
Washington- Brian Orakpo
Jacksonville- Jeremy Mincey
Miami Dolphins- Cameron Wake
Cleveland- J. Sheard
Pittsburgh- James Harrison
Denver- Von Miller
Giants- Take your pick, Osi, Tuck, JPP
Kansas City- Tamba Hali
Oakland- Matt Shaugnessy
Chargers- Melvin Ingram
Dallas- Demarcus Ware
Philly- Trent Cole
Pitt- James Harrison
Baltimore- Terrell Suggs

So looking at Whits opponents the rest of the season...............lets just hope it was a fluke what John Abraham did to him.

[rfaulk34]

Originally Posted by dr1441

Lets hope so but looking at our schedule this year, if Whit has many half's like he did against ATL we will be in serious trouble this year.

People can say they watched it back and blah blah blah, Abraham made Whit look horrible. They aren't the only ones that went back and watched it.

Here are some more opponents that Whit will face this year:

Baltimore- Courtney Upshaw
Cleveland- J. Sheard
Washington- Brian Orakpo
Jacksonville- Jeremy Mincey
Miami Dolphins- Cameron Wake
Cleveland- J. Sheard
Pittsburgh- James Harrison
Denver- Von Miller
Giants- Take your pick, Osi, Tuck, JPP
Kansas City- Tamba Hali
Oakland- Matt Shaugnessy
Chargers- Melvin Ingram
Dallas- Demarcus Ware
Philly- Trent Cole
Pitt- James Harrison
Baltimore- Terrell Suggs

So looking at Whits opponents the rest of the season...............lets just hope it was a fluke what John Abraham did to him.

And what did John Abraham do to him?

[CinciREborn]

Originally Posted by Mr. Hopeful

I am starting to think that Bengal Bong is Dr 1441 too.



Have you all noticed that when Dr 1441 was getting attacked Bengal Bong came on right as he left??? Hmmmmmmmm

Posts like this annoy me
How do we know your not Bengal Bong
I demand Denny to IP check you asap