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Frank's avatar

You want the best 53 players on the roster, but even if the Lions' assessment is he is number 54 or lower, how can you not pull for this guy?!

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Blueingreer's avatar

He was on the bubble, headed to the Practice Squad before all the injuries, now he could be in the rotation.

One of those rare cases where a coach follows the player, I'll bet new DL coach Rogers loves having him around after those years if coaching him in Tampa Bay.

Call it the Dan Campbell factor but a lot of veteran players like this want to play here. O'Conner fits in with guys like T Patrick and Muhammed from last year plus this year add Maddox and Cunningham

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Jim Pen's avatar

I have a lot of respect for guys like Pat O'Connor. Barely hanging on but somehow hanging on continuously. Kerry Hyder is another guy like that, as is Dan Skipper. I'm not sure getting cut or released so many times is worth it but my hats off to them. Well I don't wear a hat but you know what I mean.

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R-squared's avatar

Love to read the interpersonal stuff like, when he ran by me he told me he could play blocking TE!!! This provides a human touch to whats going on besides the heavy work. Gives a decent look at both men.

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Jason Harwood's avatar

2 home run stories today. With Cunningham and O'Connor. High motor guys and guys you want to root for.

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Timothy Sherman's avatar

Great content! Thanks!!

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