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revrew · 01-16-2019, 08:35 AM

Dragons Pre-Season Preview
Dick Grayson, sports reporter, Des Moines Register

Training camp for the Des Moines Dragons has come to a close, the NFL preseason schedule is about to begin, and it's time for a look back at what we've learned about the all-Iowa roster.

Training camp highlights

Of all the rookies selected in this year's draft, QB Dakota Corriveau impressed the most, especially on downfield throws. He has the arm, but he still needs to develop consistency. At this point, he's easily grabbed the #3 spot, and with Nathaniel Witt proving fragile over the last 2 years, if Corriveau impresses in preseason, he may climb to #2 and even see the field this season.

Also, last year's rookie corner, Calvin Minnig, hasn't been as impressive in the return game as advertised, but his coverage skills have really come on in his sophomore campaign. Don't be surprised if he pushes for the nickel spot.

Training camp question marks

The Dragons tried moving punter Dylan Jefferson over to kicker. It hasn't been a successful transition. Rookie safety Manuel Pinkerton has flashed potential, but he's very, very green. In a stacked secondary, he may struggle finding a roster spot.

Predictions
The Vikings are led by the best QB in the division and look to bounce back from a disappointing year last year. The Packers defense looks very strong, but their young QB is still suffering from growing pains, and the offense is underwhelming. The Bears are trying to win with a running game and no quarterback, a typically ineffective strategy in today's NFL. Best guess for the Dragons is that they finish just outside the playoffs, as age and a lack of adding new playmakers starts to catch up with them: Vikings, Packers, Dragons, Bears.

01-16-2019, 08:35 AM	#104
revrew Team Chaplain Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Just outside Des Moines, IA	Dragons Pre-Season Preview Dick Grayson, sports reporter, Des Moines Register Training camp for the Des Moines Dragons has come to a close, the NFL preseason schedule is about to begin, and it's time for a look back at what we've learned about the all-Iowa roster. Training camp highlights Of all the rookies selected in this year's draft, QB Dakota Corriveau impressed the most, especially on downfield throws. He has the arm, but he still needs to develop consistency. At this point, he's easily grabbed the #3 spot, and with Nathaniel Witt proving fragile over the last 2 years, if Corriveau impresses in preseason, he may climb to #2 and even see the field this season. Also, last year's rookie corner, Calvin Minnig, hasn't been as impressive in the return game as advertised, but his coverage skills have really come on in his sophomore campaign. Don't be surprised if he pushes for the nickel spot. Training camp question marks The Dragons tried moving punter Dylan Jefferson over to kicker. It hasn't been a successful transition. Rookie safety Manuel Pinkerton has flashed potential, but he's very, very green. In a stacked secondary, he may struggle finding a roster spot. Predictions The Vikings are led by the best QB in the division and look to bounce back from a disappointing year last year. The Packers defense looks very strong, but their young QB is still suffering from growing pains, and the offense is underwhelming. The Bears are trying to win with a running game and no quarterback, a typically ineffective strategy in today's NFL. Best guess for the Dragons is that they finish just outside the playoffs, as age and a lack of adding new playmakers starts to catch up with them: Vikings, Packers, Dragons, Bears. __________________ Winner of 6 FOFC Scribe Awards, including 3 Gold Scribes Founder of the ZFL, 2004 Golden Scribe Dynasty of the Year Now bringing The Des Moines Dragons back to life, and the joke's on YOU, NFL! I came to the Crossroad. I took it. And that has made all the difference.