frankbones Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 I remember a thread a week or two ago about Mike Doss not starting and thank god we didn't take him. So in response to that: (BTW, I still like the Jacobs pick, he was a steal at that slot) http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2003/football/nfl/08/18/bc.fbn.colts.doss.ap/index.html INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Mike Doss' job is to hit, cover and make big plays. The Indianapolis Colts rookie is going to get a few more opportunities to do that. Three days after making a big impression with some bone-crunching hits against Seattle, Doss took over as the Colts' starting strong safety for the first time Monday. "It went pretty good," Doss said. "It was my first time with Idrees (Bashir). It shows me those guys have trust in me." Until last week, Doss looked more like a work in progress. The Colts took Doss in the second round of April's NFL draft because they liked his reputation as a big-hitter and his propensity to play on winning teams. He helped Canton McKinley win two Ohio high school state championships and led Ohio State to the national championship last season. A late start with the Colts hurt him. Because Ohio State's classes were still in session when the Colts held most of their spring and summer mini-camps, Doss missed all but six days of practice and the first three days of training camp in a contract dispute. When he arrived, Doss was relegated primarily to backup duty. His rapid progression started last week. In Wednesday's practice, he dropped an interception that could have been returned for a touchdown. The next day, Doss had perfect coverage as a wide receiver raced toward the end zone. On Friday night, his big hits drew "oohs" from the crowd and apparently got the attention of Colts coaches. Doss' reward came Monday. "He's coming along," Colts coach Tony Dungy said. "He's very instinctive, has a nose for the ball and is tough." While Dungy did not officially name Doss the starter, a change was made on the field. David Gibson, who had practiced with the defensive starters since training camp opened July 28, sat out. In his place, Doss worked with Nick Harper and Bashir, both starters, and David Macklin, who filled in for starting cornerback Walt Harris. Harris' practice time has been limited because of tendinitis in his knee. Another player who has been limited in practice, wide receiver Brandon Stokley, also got a little more action Monday. Stokley signed as an unrestricted free agent from Baltimore in March but could not practice with the team until training camp opened because of a December surgery on his right foot. Stokley has been bothered by a bruise and soreness in the foot, but he got his most extensive work of the preseason Monday and was hopeful he would make his Colts debut next Monday night against Denver. "It's been a long time for me," Stokley said. "I'm starting to think a little more about the reaction and emotions I'll have if I play. I'll be pretty pumped up." Doss already is. Following a two-hour, 20-minute practice -- one of the longer workouts Dungy has held -- Doss stayed to catch balls thrown by a machine, moving closer and closer until he was only about five yards away. He caught that one, right near his facemask. When he finished, Doss said he did not believe he had yet clinched a starting job for the Colts' Sept. 7 season-opener at Cleveland. "I want to bring intensity and a little bit of leadership," he said. "I want to contribute to this team." Copyright 2003 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJWatson3 Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 my opinion remains unchanged. if he does win the starting job he'll have a good matchup week one against CLE. they have a deep WR corps with speed... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankbones Posted August 19, 2003 Author Share Posted August 19, 2003 AJ - Just curious, other than the Fiesta Bowl (where Doss had a pick and helped contain Andre Johnson to 4 catches for 54 yds) have you ever seen Doss play? Not trying to flame or anything, just want to know if RI gets any Buckeye coverage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedblue Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 Who is Doss??????????????????????????????????????????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankbones Posted August 19, 2003 Author Share Posted August 19, 2003 Mike Doss - Safety (and)Leader of THE Ohio State Buckeyes National Championship team. Drafted in the 2nd round by the Colts. Most likely would have been drafted by the Skins if Taylor Jacobs wasn't surprisingly still on the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedblue Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 Thanks for the Info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankbones Posted August 19, 2003 Author Share Posted August 19, 2003 Jesus your fast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BayouBrave86 Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 66 posts a day:rotflmao: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaFunky1 Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 Navydave and Bulldog better watch out at this kids rate... He'll pass them by the end of the year once he starts averaging 100 per day... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedblue Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 How is that funny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedblue Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 Originally posted by frankbones Jesus your fast Who is fast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaFunky1 Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 Originally posted by bleedblue Who is fast Technically not Jesus... I think he was referring to you... Peace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankbones Posted August 19, 2003 Author Share Posted August 19, 2003 You are, you 80 post a day freak of nature! (J/K) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedblue Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 j/k better mean "just kidding". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankbones Posted August 19, 2003 Author Share Posted August 19, 2003 Is an 11 year old Pats fan threatening me over the internet? Man, only 16 more days until kickoff, this is starting to get bizarre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedblue Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 I am not threatning you I am just making sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankbones Posted August 19, 2003 Author Share Posted August 19, 2003 I know, I'm just playin' with you little man. I am actually getting a bit jealous of you post count and I'm now padding mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedblue Posted August 19, 2003 Share Posted August 19, 2003 A 24 year old jealous of an 11 year old. Pathetic (Just Kidding) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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