Players who have stood out
DeMario Douglas – The slot receiver has been active every day thus far with multiple targets and catches. He’s shown improvement in his awareness running routes against zone coverages, showing a feel for finding openings between defenders. He’s also shown great hands on passes away from his body.
Kayshon Boutte – The third-year wideout has been with Stefon Diggs to open all team periods and Douglas joins them in three-receiver sets. Boutte has been productive as a receiver and shown a willingness to block as well. Mack Hollins’ return from the PUP list on Thursday could change things, but Boutte appears to have a role.
K’Lavon Chaisson – The veteran pass rusher is coming off a solid season with the Raiders after a slow start to his career with the Jags. The former first-round pick has shown excellent quickness off the edge and has given both tackle trouble with his athleticism. He looks like a definite pass-rushing option.
Alex Austin – With Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis missing plenty of practice reps, Austin has taken advantage and been the most consistent of the group searching for a role behind the projected starters. Austin’s coverage has been noticeable virtually every day.
Jared Wilson – The rookie offensive lineman’s athleticism is apparent to everyone, even his teammates. Caedan Wallace was effusive in his praise of Wilson, and the third-round pick appears to be putting on a charge to earn a starting role at one of the interior spots.
Offense – Drake Maye and the offense haven’t done it consistently but there have been more signs of life in this camp than in the recent past. Maye specifically looks much more comfortable, which is noteworthy because he’s learning an entirely new offense under Josh McDaniels. On Wednesday he showed great poise in the pocket, often being forced to navigate some traffic around him. He said early on that one of the things he’s worked on…
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