Montreal, June 8, 2011 – For the first time since the opening of training camp, quarterback Anthony Calvillo was in shoulder pads while joining his teammates at Coulter Field at Bishop’s University on Wednesday morning.
Having been limited with a nagging calf injury previously, Calvillo took reps with the first team. It marked the first time that Calvillo has been able to partake in both practices and he had no trouble locating his tall receivers.
Although spectacular catches by Jamel Richardson and S.J. Green have become almost the norm over the past few seasons, a number of new faces have been making some noise of their own since the start of camp, notably, former Oakland Raiders’ wide out Jerry Porter and former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Dallas Baker.
Another receiver who has been steadily improving and taking advantage of his height and frame to make big catches is Brandon London. Having played on the Montreal Alouettes’ practice roster last season, London appears determined to have a greater impact in 2011.
“If I do what I’m supposed to do and make the team, we could line-up on some plays and be 6’4″-6’5″ across the board. With the small corners in this league, we could be dangerous. When practising, I like it when the quarterbacks throw me the ball high up in the air,” said London who has also played with the New York Giants.
Last year, he joined the Alouettes in the middle of the season, without having truly mastered the playbook. Now he appears much more comfortable in his role and knows what to expect.
“My body hates that I came in early for rookie camp, but my mind loves it. I was able to learn the plays and it’s helping me get a better understanding regarding what we are doing,” he added.
New arrival
Suspended since the beginning of camp, defensive end Chima Ihekwoaba joined his teammates on Wednesday.
Releases
Seven players have been released by the Alouettes. They are Leroy Vann (DB), Taylor Scott (DT), Doug Dutch (DB), Henry Sailes (WR), George Clinkscale (DE), Mike Thomas (LB) and Ryan McFoy (DB).
Tomorrow
Training camp will resume on Thrusday at Coulter Field at Bishop’s University, with back-to-back practices scheduled to start at 7:50 a.m.
Please note that all times are subject to change.
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