Football is finally back and so are the same training camp cliches we hear every year. Everyone will be focused on who’s playing with the starters and who’s “poised to have a big year”. And while there’s nothing wrong with that, that’s not the only thing I’m looking for.
Training camp practice performance cannot be ignored, but it’s not always indicative of who’s going to have a good year. Some guys look great in shorts, while others rise to the occasion in pads. Some players take time to find their rhythm, while others fade as the season wears on.