Saturday, August 15, 2009

A Few Old Friends Are Back After A Long Absence

LT, Vincent and the boys are back tonight in the first preseason game of the season, seven months since that fateful day on the frozen fields of the Burgh.

It's been far too long.

A few things to watch for tonight against the Seahawks:

- how will the first team defense look in passing situations, i.e. is the pass rush back and can the LBs cover tight ends;

- the running of Michael Bennett, Gartrell Johnson and Jacob Hester;

- will Buster Davis be a factor; and

- will Kevin Ellison make a move to replace Clinton Hart at starting safety.

Unfortunately I won't be tuning in live and will have to rely on postgame reports. It's a shame but it can't be avoided.

Let's get this season started.

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