Britt to center?

[seabowl]

Heard that Britt maybe moving to center. Interesting.

 

[HawKnPeppa]

Yeah, I heard Clayton say that.

Here's to hoping he's better at C than G.

 

[Largent80]

So, can't play T and the move him to guard, can't play guard so they move him to center.

Just admit the mistake and move on from this guy.

 

[Overseasfan]

I'm probably one of the biggest haters on Britt around here but he does have the athletic tools and NFL experience to make it work. It's at the very least worth a try. Maybe it works and maybe it doesn't. It's the off-season, time of experimentation.

 

[HawKnPeppa]

So, can't play T and the move him to guard, can't play guard so they move him to center.

Just admit the mistake and move on from this guy.

Not looking good for him, for sure. Seems like a last-chance move.

 

[Seafan]

I could see him being the backup interior lineman. Can play four positions and would be cheaper than Lewis. It is getting more difficult for college spread OL to transition to the NFL. I was ready to see them waive this guy but this move could save his job.

 

[Tech Worlds]

So he hasn't learned to block and now he has to learn to snap the ball AND block?

Good luck with that.

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[Seahawkwalt1967]

So he hasn't learned to block and now he has to learn to snap the ball AND block?

Good luck with that.

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And make line calls

 

[Grahamhawker]

Sounds like maybe they're giving him some reps to be a multi position backup (as mentioned above) at least until his rookie deal expires.

 

[HawkAroundTheClock]

Sounds like maybe they're giving him some reps to be a multi position backup (as mentioned above) at least until his rookie deal expires.

I like that plan. Both for depth and because the Hawks can then enjoy the comp pick when some other team inexplicably gives Britt a second contract in free agency. Woohoo!

 

[hawkfan68]

While Britt may be athletic and strong, I don't believe he has the mental aptitude required for playing the center position. That was one of Unger's strengths and why the line blocked better with him in there. Something that was missing last season.

 

[Jville]

Without a linemen to target as an annual .net punching bag, many of you would start eating each other.

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[crosfam]

Maybe, just maybe, he ends up being an upgrade at center. Hunt is a sixth rd draft pick who is shorter and less athletic than desired, but productive in college. Not a sure thing. Lewis did fairly well last year, but might be best suited as a back up, and did lose the job to Nowak early last year.

 

[scutterhawk]

Maybe, just maybe, he ends up being an upgrade at center. Hunt is a sixth rd draft pick who is shorter and less athletic than desired, but productive in college. Not a sure thing. Lewis did fairly well last year, but might be best suited as a back up, and did lose the job to Nowak early last year.

I think Cable wanted to get Nowak's athleticism on the field...Got overwhelmed...He had too much think, not enough do.

 

[RichNhansom]

I can't shake the feeling this guy is going to become a good lineman. Definitely makes sense as an all around backup if he can learn the center position. He would have extensive training at tackle and guard and be able to use that experience to learn the center position.

I get the feeling Lewis and Nowak both struggled with either attitude or personality problems that make them a potential liability. Britt while struggling to take advantage of the opportunities he has had, does seem to have the favor of the coaches and they genuinely seem to want him to succeed.

I'm still pulling for the guy and will until I have a good reason not to. Would hate to see him cut and then catch on another team just as he gets it figured out.

 

[Hasselbeck]

Reeks of the last gasp to try and find a roster spot for him.

I really doubt Britt makes the team at this point. One of the worst draft picks of the PC/JS era.

 

[MrThortan]

Oline is one of the hardest positions for me to evaluate. All I know is the unit needs to be better. Britt was a high draft pick and is entering his 3rd year. Time for him to get it together. Guy is only 24. A lot of growth can still be had.

 

[Jville]

I don't know where Joey Hunt ranks athletically. I have not see anything posted along those lines. He is undersized so his NFL level durability figures to be tested.

I am not sure what to make of the perception that Drew Nowak was more athletic than Patrick Lewis. I thought they were similar athletically. I did think Nowak was longer and better at getting to the second level .... so maybe that had something to do with it.

I liked Patrick Lewis two years ago when he made his first appearances. I thought he brought a different, though more limited, look to the center position. However, he looked slower and heavy footed going into his second season in Seattle. Patrick is someone whose conditioning and movement needs to be at its best for 2016. And althought his range is limited and durability is questionable, they need him to compete regardless of his fate.

Hold over center project Will Pericak is the biggest unknown factor. Although, it's is my understanding that his athleticism is better than both Lewis and Novak.

There is also the often discussed Kristjan Sokoli project. The state of his development is a mystery for most of us.

And now added to the list is .net's designated 2016 punching bag ..... Justin Britt

All in all ... the competition at center appears to be wide open! That's never a bad thing. :th2thumbs:

 

[AVL]

That's where the trap door is.

 

[Jville]

Link to Tom Cable podcast interview concerning state of the line >>> [urltargetblank]http://sports.mynorthwest.com/category/podcast_player/?a=10005983&sid=1034&n=The%20John%20Clayton%20Show[/urltargetblank]

And here >>> [urltargetblank]http://icestream.bonnint.net/seattle/kiro/2016/05/c_johnclaytonshow050716_10005983.mp3[/urltargetblank]

(I guess 710 ESPN radio is the only tolerable production left from that outfit.)