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Cameron, we did take a pass catching receiver off the field; we got rid of Robinson. Remember? A two-tight end set does not mean you have to play with a fullback and does not mean you have to play with one wide receiver. We played with a lone backfield for years. Remember William Andrews and Gerald Riggs? I remember when Dan Reeves even used our tight end as a fullback, for the entire season (Koslowski, I believe). There may even be a time when an empty backfield is necessary. The point is, the options are endless with a two-tight end set. I’m not talking about running a two-tight end set all the time. Its just nice to have options. We needed options, last year, down in the red zone. Why were we passing on third and goal at the one yard line? Having tight ends bunched in will allow your big back to pound it in the end zone; but, imagine the options to pass if we cannot run it in.

Booyaka! Booyaka! Nookah, much respect! All di while mi drink Red Stripe, a true. All fruits ripe, yeah. Bredda. “agricultural export”? lol, funny. I can tell, you’re a bowl of fun. I admit, it was kind of a far fetch to sound off about two tight ends in the draft (hell, one is even a stretch) but I’m glad to know that my explantation was convincing enough to change your mind.

I’m telling you, bretheren, Pettigrew is the real deal. Reno 911 implied that this draft is deep with tight ends (he compared a 9-catches-for-92-yards tight end vs. a 4-catches-for-40-yards tight end). The point is, Reno 911, Pettigrew offers much more than just catching the pass. He prides himself with blocking.

I discovered this mock draft, dated January 16, 2009. The scouting report, conducted by Craig Jacobin (I have no idea who that is), suggests that Pettigrew is the perfect fit for the Falcons, despite our needs on defense. Read the report:
The Falcons will continue to build around their budding young QB by giving him another toy to play with at the TE position. Of the two first round TE’s, Pettigrew’s the guy who can serve as an extra power blocker, while making the occasional catch underneath when nobody’s open downfield. Pettigrew is a great blocker and has solid hands–it’s his speed that is the issue. But ATL doesn’t really need a speed guy—they need a mauler who can help clear holes for RB Michael Turner.

I was reading an article lastnight were Oklahoma State’s Defensive Coach recalled when Pettigrew came over to him during a game and said “Coach, lets run to my side…I got a good block.” The Coach remembered thinking to himself, “here’s a guy that is not even concerned about his personal stats in receiving and yardage. Instead, he just wants to win.”

I rest my case, again!

I also agree with Stirg on the possible tight end sets, I think Peele & the new tight end will fit that scheme very well, if it’s Pettigrew, then that will no doubt make the Falcons offense more potent than ever. The defense will get handled, trust me Coach Smitty is a defensive coach and he will improve this unit.

I surely can’t argue with this young football genius who has made him self look real good in selecting draft picks. I suggest that we continue our opinions and see who comes close to TD on draft day! Good Luck Falcon Fans! BTW, on the schedule next year, I think the Falcons can and will complete another winning season! GO FALCONS!!

I hear your argument about 2 TE’s but as someone mentioned before, I think Pettigrew and Morrah may be just as effective as Pettigrew/Peele, and furthermore Peele knows the system. I like Morrah but I’m not sure we’ll spend 2 picks on offense unless for some unknown reason a marquee offensive player falls to us. One thing’s for sure you may have convinced me about TE at #24.

I am also wary (in a good way) of the Dynamic Duo. I am not sure they are done dealing. These moves are indicating to me that they are using this draft to concentrate on quality and not quantity personnel and improving the depth on this roster. As Ken keeps reminding us, any of the players that are drafted will certainly improve our team considerably. Even if they are not immediate starters they will have an impact on the depth of our team. If we are using the NE model, you know it’s a “process” for the long haul. Each decision is not only for filling a position of need today, but it is a decision that will impact the future and contribute to a winning product for a number of years.

D3, thanks for the comment. I also looked at your guy Louis Murphy. Also has excellent speed and size. He may have been overshadowed by Percy Harvin. Could he be the diamond in the rough? Sometimes these guys can be sleepers especially when there is another guy in the program who gets more attention. Massaquoi is an intersting prospect. Not a burner but runs excellent routes. 6-2, 210, runs a 4.5-4.6 40 dash; 36 1/2 vertical. He is very durable and has a terrific character. However, I think we can get better value elsewhere but interesting. Just my opinion.

Keep the banter going Falcon fans. This is so intriguing. Go Falcons!!!

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Two pass catching TEs is great, but that means you have to take pass-catching WRs off of the field. Or RBs. I would rather have Roddy White, Michael Jenkins, or Harry Douglas on the field to catch passes than Pettigrew or Peele.

Why did the Falcons trade a 3rd round WR for just about nothing? We moved up 20 spots in the fifth and sixth rounds. Probably not going to get starters in the fifth or sixth rounds. Robinson isn’t a full-time starter, but he could fill-in for an injured starter. He also is another deep threat that could have been developed.