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Travis Bright Play by Play Hall of fame game

I really enjoyed doing this last year and really larned a lot about Doug Free, Junior Savia, and Bobby Carpenter. I hope you enjoy this years Choices, here is how it looked to me for Travis Bright.

 

Travis Bright is playing center at this time

1st and 10 own 7 Bright and McQuistan double tackle and plow him into ground.

2nd and 8 own 9 Pass to Phillips, Bright Doubles Tackle with Mcquistan and slips off block to pick up blitzing linebacker. Recognized the blitz and the linebacker looked like he ran into a tree.

1st and 10 own 32 Kitna throws pass away because protection disintegrates. Bright stones his man on the line. Brewster Whiffs on his man.

2nd and 10 own 33 Run right, Bright pops his guy and is driving him and then he falls down, his guy is in on tackle.

3rd and 8 own 35 Shotgun Pass, Bright and guard double tackle, tackle never gets off the line, Brewster whiffs again.

1st and 10 cin 49 Funny play, reverse, Brite slips to second level and MLB takes two steps relizes it’s a reverse turns around to se Bright and stops in his tracks and just stands there, got him!

2nd and 7 cin 46 Busted play, maybe a screen, both Defensive tackles try to bull rush Bright and McQuistan, Neither of them budge, they both look very strong.

3rd and 7 cin 46 Pass, Tackle shucks Brite and goes by him forces Kitna to throw ball away. Bright beaten by DT.

Punt

1st and 10 own 44 Big play in game that went mostly unnoticed, Barron Whiffed and Kitna fumbles, Bright and Tipper double DT holding him at the line, Bright takes the ball away from a Bengal on the ground, he is really strong! There is a hidden beauty to this play.

2nd and 17 own 37 Screen right, Offensive line slides right DT never sees it coming and Brights first punch sends the DT two yards backwards.

3rd and 13 own 31 Shotgun, Bright has no one to block, he bumps McQuistans man when he gets close enough.

Punt

1st and 10 own 44 Run right tackle, Bright and McQuistan double DT and take him to the turf.

2nd and 5 own 49 Run right tackle, Brewster turns his man out of play, I think the coaches see Brewster struggling and are running right behind him now.

1st and 5 cin 25 after penalty, Doubles DT with McQuistan and drives DT 5 yards straight back. Lose a fumble

1st and 10 own 45 Quick pass, Bright’s man never gets off the line of scrimmage.

1st and 10 cin 44 Run play, DT slants right into hole, Bright wold have had to make a nearly impossible block, but he did not his man in on tackle.

2nd and 10 on 44 McGee in for Kitna,, drop back pass, Bright stones his guy on the line.

1st and 10 cin 31 Run right, DT times snap perfect bows Bright backwards but Bright recovers and his man is not a factor.

1st and 10 cin 20 Shotgun, DT shucks Bright and gets him off balance, Bright recovers and pushes his man wide right.

2nd and 19 cin 29 Pass, Bright has no one to block

3rd and 6 cin 16 shotgun draw, Bright Destroys the DT pancaking him with authority, wow what a block!

Field goal

1st and 10 own 38 shotgun, no one for Bright to block

2nd and 3 own 45 Roll out pass, at first it looks like Bright falls down but on replay Tipper actually shoves him to the ground, I have no idea why? The play is away from them so it does not matter but it is rather weird.

1st and 10 cin 43 Bright picks up blitzing LB and stones him on the line, good recognition.

2nd and 10 cin 43 shotgun, DT’s stunt and get some penetration but not much, Bright stops his man after minimal pressure.

3rd and 10 cin 43 pass, the running back whiffs on blitzing linebacker, Bright tries to get to the Line backer but can not, McQuistan Whiffs as well. Sack is the result.

Punt

1st and 10 own 28 Shotgun, DT tries to bull rush Bright but he only gains a couple yards.

2nd and 7 own 38 Shotgun drawMcQuistan and Bright double the DT and drive him 3 yards straight back, Tipper looks like he’s on roller skates getting driven back by the other DT,

3rd and 5 own 40 shotgun, McGee Scramble up the middle of the field for a first, it’s Brights block that opend the field up, he drives the DT far to the right and out of the area.

1st and 10 own 46 Pass, oooops, both Tipper and Bright hit the DT and then they both slip into the second level, someone screwed up.

1st and 10 cin 46 Pass, Bright and Tipper drive the DT tackle four yards down the field, not sure that’s legal on a pass play.

2nd and 10 cin 40 Run, Bright seals the DT and creates a running lane with McQuistan but Donaldson bounces the play outside to the right, there was a beauty of a hole.

1st and 10 cin 29 Deep pass, Bright picks up blitzing LB,

2nd and 10 cin 29 Run left, DT slants away from Bright, he gets to the second level but the play is dead quickly.

3rd and 12 cin 31 shotgun, Bright knocks stunting LB two yards backwards.

Missed Field goal

1st and goal, Power running play, there is a big pile of people, Bright is in there somewhere.

2nd and goal, Pass, Bright really drives the DT on this play, good block.

3rd and goal, The DT just runs around Bright, he is no where near the lay but he looks like he’s had enough.

Field goal

1st and 10 own 17 Bright blows off the line and destroys the tackle, Pancaked!

2nd and 10 own 17 Shot gun, high snap, McGeee scrambles right the DT stunts left taking himself out of the play. Bright only has to mirror him and does,

3rd and 14 own 13 shotgun, Bright helps both guards with the DT’s bouncing back and forth,

Punt

Bright moves to Left Guard

1st and 10 own 10, Run off left guard, Bright and Mcquistan do not move the DT and the run is stuffed.

2nd and 8 own 12, DT gets inside of Bright and gets pressure on the QB, Bright is beaten on the play.

1st and 10 own 25, pass, Bright’s man never gets off the line,

2nd and 10 own 25 run Bright and McQuistan (center) drive the DT 5 yards out of play. Powerful looking block.

3rd and 6 own 29, shotgun, Brigh helps center with DT, non issue

1st and 10 own 37, Pass, Bright stones the DT at the line,

1st and 10 Cin 48, Run, DT beats Bright badly to make tackle in backfield.

2nd and 12 50, Shotgun, Good pass protection at line by Bright, he stands the guy up and then drives him wide.

3rd and 3 cin 36, Pass, Bright stones the tackle at the line.

Punt

1st and 10 own 20, pass, Bright has no one to block

2nd and 8 own 22, Run, Again McQuistin and Bright slip to the second level not blocking the DT, this is the second time this happened once at guard and once at center both guys.

3rd and 11 own 19 Pass, good pass protection from Bright

Punt

1st and 10 own 20 Run, Bright turns the DT and takes him to the Turf,

2nd and 4 own 25 Run goes away from bright to right side of line, he stands the tackle up at line,

3rd and 1, run up middle, Bright and McQuistan bulldoze DT five yards and off screen.

Punt

1st and 10 , run , trap play, Bright pulls and leads into hle but there is no one to block

 

 

 

Bright had an exceptional night at center, only one bad snap and he was more than an adequate blocker. He moved a lot of guys. I like what I was at center,

Then he moved to guard where he got beat a couple times and did not seem as dominating as he did at center.

He truly is strong, very strong, he’s more agile than I thought but he did get shucked off balance a couple times. He did not pull but the one time so it’s a little had to see how nimble he is. Everything was basic straight forward blocking, I want to see more.

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Nice stuff.

I enjoyed these last year and am looking forward to them again.

Who else are you concentrating on besides Bright?

I just wish that I had the tape to review as you break down each play.

by Baked Potato Soup on Aug 10, 2010 8:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks Norm.

Looking forward to your other choices….

"Where's Woody? - We need another Darren Woodson

by BoyfromOz on Aug 10, 2010 10:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Good stuff!

Thanks for the hard work.

Rabid and luvin' it

by lonewolfz28 on Aug 10, 2010 11:27 PM CDT reply actions  

A-W-E-S-O-M-E

Thanks so much Norm. I am from Provo, UT where Travis Bright played college ball at BYU and I had the privilege to see him dominate here. I was so excited when he was drafted to the Cowboys and Im happy to see him have a chance in the Big D. I hope he continues to improve and become a great player with a long career for the ’Boys. Thanks again!

For The Love!!
Rise and shout the Cougars are out!!

by wheatie_87 on Aug 11, 2010 2:01 AM CDT reply actions  

Thanks Norm. Seems like Bright had some decent moments last Sunday.

I look forward to your “other choices.”

Is playing smart too much to ask?

by silverblue5 on Aug 11, 2010 6:54 AM CDT reply actions  

Pure gold, Norm

Thanks for doing these. I really enjoyed the “Free coverage” last year and I think Bright is a good choice this year.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Aug 11, 2010 9:12 AM CDT reply actions  

This is really great stuff

Some blogger (maybe on ESPN? Can’t remember) had mentioned that Bright ‘looked like his jersey had Crisco on it’ because DTs were sliding past him so easily – glad to see that on the whole his night was much stronger than that comment reflected. Yet another victory for the informed fan with TiVO!

Based on that very SSS (small sample size) he may be more comfortable at C than G – if Kosier or Bigg went down tomorrow and you put a gun to my head I’d try rolling with Gurode at G and Bright at C – call me crazy.

by jay_84 on Aug 11, 2010 11:12 AM CDT reply actions  

Norm, awesome stuff

This is the most encouraging Cowboy news in a while.

If Bright can be good as a undrafted FA, this will make up for some ineptitude in drafting Olineman.

I’m pumped up about this. Not because he’s perfect, but because it seems he shows some promise.

Rec’d.

Ich bin ein Berliner--JFK

by HudBaby on Aug 11, 2010 11:46 AM CDT reply actions  

Go ahead. You know you want to say it.

This guys’ a “Bright Spot on the line” or “He has a Brieght future at C”…

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Aug 11, 2010 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nice work re. Bright.

Thanks for the detail, Musiccity.

If folks here also listen to the lunch break (I’m sure most do), you’ll also recall the regular caller who used to be a football coach (perhaps in HS?). He tends to make astute and detailed comments about players (ie., not at all like Warren Sapp). He called into the Monday Lunch Break and commented that Bright had an excellent game at center but was less successful at guard.

Based on this early feedback on Bright, I’m hoping we keep the kid. I’d be very worried having no long term solution for back-up center and not having seen Kosier at center, I’ll assume he’s not the long term answer.

So, we keep Bright inactive for every game unless he’s starting. If Gurode goes down during a game, Kosier slips to center and one of the adequate back-up guards in the 45 person roster moves into Kosier’s empty spot.

by Eagles suck on Aug 11, 2010 1:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Al Gore's wife plays OL for Dallas?

"You can't live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you."

- John Wooden (God rest his soul)

by 5Blings on Aug 11, 2010 2:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Well, YEAH. Didn't you see the awful blocking McGee got???

It’s an incovenient truth, I’m afraid.

FREE THE OGLETREE!!!

by dunkman on Aug 11, 2010 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Her husband INVENTED the whiff!!!

"You can't live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you."

- John Wooden (God rest his soul)

by 5Blings on Aug 11, 2010 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

I haven't commented lately, but Dunk, seriously dude, you are hilarious!!!

I have been traveling and reading a bit here and there …

This post and the other similar ones are OUTSTANDING — MUSIC CITY you rock :)

I still luv me some btb… and now back in states so finally get to order me Grizz’s new mag :)

Original Pet-Cats: Duane Thomas, Roger Staubach, Walt Garrison, Charlie Waters, Bob Lilly

by DalaiLuke on Aug 14, 2010 1:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

sorry Tepper,

Has him listed as a tackle but he’s playing guard.

by Musiccitynorm on Aug 12, 2010 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

These are awesome, Norm.

I was going to do a write up on the 6th WR position, but after writing two pages, creating a spreadsheet to track stats, and doing two quarters of play-by-play, I have come to the conclusion that I simply don’t have time to do this every week. I might try and get both games done this weekend.

Summation of what I have so far (if anyone cares):

- Holley is a good blocker on punt returns, but got flagged for holding on one of them.
- Hurd is a good blocker on running plays… when they are up the middle, he got beat by his guy the two times I saw the run go to his side
- Johnson and Hudgins are both practice squad candidates because I didn’t see either of them in the 1st half

So far my vote goes to Holley, because he won’t cost $1.8M to keep around another year

by Damnsammit on Aug 11, 2010 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Another Look

I was compelled to watch this game again and use slow-mo & single frame. There is hope for
Bright. Anxious, (as usual), for the next game, and hopeful for better camera angles so we can see the field….& better anouncing too. Thank you.

Golden Rule: He who has the gold makes the rules.

by 1Bullseye on Aug 11, 2010 11:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Groan

Come after my cigars, and we will then be discussing my second amendment rights

by Tom Ryle on Aug 12, 2010 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thanks, Norm.

Loved these last year, love ’em this year.

by One.Cool.Customer on Aug 12, 2010 2:04 AM CDT reply actions  

Yeah this cool

makes me more optimistic about Bright as well. People have been saying we cannot afford to lose a player in the interior, but maybe with some fortune, Bright is actually good enough to be the Center. I’d rather a new center than moving Kosier over

by AustonianAggie on Aug 12, 2010 1:20 PM CDT reply actions  

+1

Finding yet another UDFA to step up would be great news.

Original Pet-Cats: Duane Thomas, Roger Staubach, Walt Garrison, Charlie Waters, Bob Lilly

by DalaiLuke on Aug 14, 2010 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

The coaching staff is very quiet on Bright

God I hope they are not trying to sneak him to the practice squad, they did’nt even play him at center against Oakland where he showed promise. I’m concerned he’s about to be gone.

by Musiccitynorm on Aug 16, 2010 4:54 PM CDT reply actions  

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