Al Harris / Bigby / Driver - Updates

[packers11]

https://www.rotoworld.com

The Packers plan to use SS Atari Bigby closer to the line of scrimmage under new defensive coordinator Dom Capers.

FS Nick Collins will play deeper. Bigby, a somewhat inconsistent tackler but a banger when he makes contact, could be a good value in IDP leagues.



GM Ted Thompson confirmed that the Packers will pay CB Al Harris' $1.2 million roster bonus and play him.

Harris, 34, predicted in November that the Packers would part with him to get younger at the position, but Thompson put the "youth movement" doubts to rest. Harris may be past his prime, but he's still a quality starting corner.

Packers GM Ted Thompson says he still sees Donald Driver as a "top-flight receiver" despite Driver's age (34).

"I don't see any drop-off in Donald's play at all," Thompson said. Still, it wouldn't be surprising if Green Bay put Driver into a rotation in 2009. James Jones will be healthy and Jordy Nelson is entering his second season.

[rbaloha1]

Re: Al Harris / Bigby / Driver - Updates

www.rotoworld.com

The Packers plan to use SS Atari Bigby closer to the line of scrimmage under new defensive coordinator Dom Capers.

Bigby is more effective in the box closer to the line of scrimmage. Flashed great blitzing abilities in preseason.

Bigby plays a Polomalu type role.

[packers11]

Re: Al Harris / Bigby / Driver - Updates

www.rotoworld.com

The Packers plan to use SS Atari Bigby closer to the line of scrimmage under new defensive coordinator Dom Capers.

Bigby is more effective in the box closer to the line of scrimmage. Flashed great blitzing abilities in preseason.

Bigby plays a Polomalu type role.

yea I can't wait to see him closer to the line.... He is probably one of the best blitzers on our team...

[pittstang5]

Talking about Bigby.

Anyone remember a presason game - I think it was the 07 year when they Blitzed Bigby - I think twice and he got two sacks in that game. I thought, Wow, I can't wait to see that in the regular season....then never did. Wonder why....oh wait, I remember.....Vanilla Bob. Should be interesting to see if Dom let's Bigby loose a couple times in this upcoming season.

[mission]

I'm really glad we didnt part with Al over a little roster bonus... say what you will about age but you can't just replace a guy like that.

[Waldo]

Talking about Bigby.

Anyone remember a presason game - I think it was the 07 year when they Blitzed Bigby - I think twice and he got two sacks in that game. I thought, Wow, I can't wait to see that in the regular season....then never did. Wonder why....oh wait, I remember.....Vanilla Bob. Should be interesting to see if Dom let's Bigby loose a couple times in this upcoming season.

The sacks where the "flying Jamaican" jumped over the OL and sacked the QB on the way down.

Classic plays.

[SkinBasket]

Oh shit. Here we go with the crazy Bigby man love again.

[ThunderDan]

Talking about Bigby.

Anyone remember a presason game - I think it was the 07 year when they Blitzed Bigby - I think twice and he got two sacks in that game. I thought, Wow, I can't wait to see that in the regular season....then never did. Wonder why....oh wait, I remember.....Vanilla Bob. Should be interesting to see if Dom let's Bigby loose a couple times in this upcoming season.

It was against Seattle. It was the Gold Package preseason game so I got to go. The game ended up 44-9 or something goovy like that. It also rained and was cold for an August game.

[ThunderDan]

Talking about Bigby.

Anyone remember a presason game - I think it was the 07 year when they Blitzed Bigby - I think twice and he got two sacks in that game. I thought, Wow, I can't wait to see that in the regular season....then never did. Wonder why....oh wait, I remember.....Vanilla Bob. Should be interesting to see if Dom let's Bigby loose a couple times in this upcoming season.

I just checked at Packers.com and the game ended 48-13.

[rbaloha1]

I'm really glad we didnt part with Al over a little roster bonus... say what you will about age but you can't just replace a guy like that.

Watched Al closely at the pro bowl; the dude is in great shape and can still play.

Unsure of Al's expiration date but it may not be for a few seasons. On other note, Al is notorious for not signing autographs at the Pro Bowl.

[Joemailman]

Harris' contract runs through 2011. http://www.packerchatters.com/team_info/salary_cap/

[Freak Out]

Re: Al Harris / Bigby / Driver - Updates

Bigby plays a Polomalu type role.

Without the brains and the ability to tackle.

[Guiness]

Talking about Bigby.

Anyone remember a presason game - I think it was the 07 year when they Blitzed Bigby - I think twice and he got two sacks in that game. I thought, Wow, I can't wait to see that in the regular season....then never did. Wonder why....oh wait, I remember.....Vanilla Bob. Should be interesting to see if Dom let's Bigby loose a couple times in this upcoming season.

It was against Seattle. It was the Gold Package preseason game so I got to go. The game ended up 44-9 or something goovy like that. It also rained and was cold for an August game.

Against Seattle, really? That's kind of ironic. The best game I remember seeing him play was against Seattle in the 07 playoffs. Made half a dozen tackles, and forced a fumble.

[SnakeLH2006]

Re: Al Harris / Bigby / Driver - Updates

www.rotoworld.com

The Packers plan to use SS Atari Bigby closer to the line of scrimmage under new defensive coordinator Dom Capers.

1) Good stuff. Bigby is one of my fav. Packers (always loved Chuck Cecil).

FS Nick Collins will play deeper. Bigby, a somewhat inconsistent tackler but a banger when he makes contact, could be a good value in IDP leagues.



GM Ted Thompson confirmed that the Packers will pay CB Al Harris' $1.2 million roster bonus and play him.

2) No problem there as he looked as good as I can remember AFTER he came back from the injury.

Harris, 34, predicted in November that the Packers would part with him to get younger at the position, but Thompson put the "youth movement" doubts to rest. Harris may be past his prime, but he's still a quality starting corner.

Packers GM Ted Thompson says he still sees Donald Driver as a "top-flight receiver" despite Driver's age (34).

3) Fine news. DD is top notch player yet...but would like to see him platoon at WR with Jones and maybe Jordy to rest his wear and tear.

"I don't see any drop-off in Donald's play at all," Thompson said. Still, it wouldn't be surprising if Green Bay put Driver into a rotation in 2009. James Jones will be healthy and Jordy Nelson is entering his second season.

Snake's Take is in italics....

[Lurker64]

Oh shit. Here we go with the crazy Bigby man love again.

Well, if they're going to have Bigby doing anything on the football field, it's probably better that they have him up near the line of scrimmage, running around like a crazy person trying to kill somebody. Goodness knows he's not good for much else.