Monday, July 28, 2008

Eye on Lehigh; Booker shows big play ability

HIGHLIGHTS

Wide receivers Greg Lewis, Jamal Jones, and Jason Avant made impressive grabs in one-on-one sessions pitting wide receivers against defensive backs in this morning’s practice.

On a sweep to the left, RB Lorenzo Booker wove in and out of defenders and broke multiple tackles on the way to the end zone for a 57-yard touchdown.

“I think that they [coaches] are going to use Lorenzo in a big way, “said Brian Westbrook in his press conference this morning. “From everything that I’ve seen he’s a talented guy. He had a long run today that 11 people missed, and he scored a touchdown. He’s a talented guy and as his teammate, you want to have the best 11 players on the field at a time. I’m happy to have him as a teammate.”

Booker will also get his chance to shine on specials teams this season as the Eagles number one kickoff returner.

“He’s got really good speed up the field,” said Rory Segrest, special teams coordinator. “He can see the creases there. Same thing from a running back position, he knows how to read the scheme, he knows where to be and he’s got the ability to get there.”


THINGS ARE HEATIN’ UP IN THE VALLEY…

Tomorrow’s weather forecast for Lehigh Valley according to Weather.com:
High: 89 degrees
Precipitation: 10%
Max. Humidity: 53%

TOTAL FAN ATTENDANCE: 7,411

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

· Tomorrow's practice times – 8:15 am and 2:45 pm

· Tomorrow’s autograph session – Defensive backs

BIRDWATCHING:

· Tonight Chris Gocong will be live on Daily News Live at 6:10

· Tonight Kevin Curtis will be live on Comcast SportsNet’s Sports Nite at 6:30 and WTXF at 10:00 pm

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