Wednesday, June 27, 2007

Redskins: Cooley keeps focus


Chris Cooley is aware that Redskins have initiated negotiations with his agent on a long-term extension contract. In interviews with reporters, Cooley prefers to avoid those questions, seems to be felt uncomfortable about it.


In the meantime, Cooley workout prior to the pre-season minicamp during of the Redskins in the middle of June. The training camp training initiates in July, but has a constant presence in the Redskins Park, working with weights being in shape. It is its second year as part of the Al Saunders offensive and says to be felt more comfortable in that system.


After an outstanding campaign in 2005, Cooley had to pass for an adjustment period to change to the position of the Saunders offensive. Since he was selected by the Redskins in the third round of the 2004 draft, has shown to be able to catch almost any ball. Chris had an fantastic 2005 season, trapping 71 pass for 774 yards and seven touchdowns.


While Cooley has worked tirelessly to improve his “blocking” abilities at the beginning of his career in the NFL, had his contribution by short passes and intervals of the team. Later Saunders asked to become a threat in the middle of the field as receiver. It began to understand the Saunders system by the middle of the season, ending up with 57 receptions for 734 yards and six touchdowns.


Cooley commented that he spend part of the mini recent camp working in its ability to run the routes. He has managed successfully the offensive during the last three years developing a special understanding with the quarterback. First was Patrick Ramsey. Then was Mark Brunell and now Campbell.

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