We are just weeks away from NFL teams going to training camp, which means it is hot and humid, at least it is here in the mid-west! And from what I hear, it is going to be that way at most training camp sites. This is about the time you are going to hear about contract negotiations. Here in Kansas City we haven’t signed a single draft choice, but the time is near for those announcements to start taking place. This will be one of the most difficult years to sign players because of the pending hold out or strike for the 2011 season. There will be no collective barging agreement in place after this year. I have a feeling that will make the agents look for more guaranteed money and up front signing bonuses. We will know that answer as soon as contracts begin to get signed.
It has been my opinion that it is critical to get your draft choices signed and in camp as soon as possible. Even missing one or two days is a huge set back for the young players. The transition from college to the NFL is must greater than the transition from high school to college. The game is so much faster and everyone you face was either an All-American in college or he is a All-Pro. The needs for most teams are revealed in the draft. Which would translate into, we need you at your position and on the field from day one. It never fails, most of your high draft selections don’t get signed until after camp begins. That is a tremendous mistake for both parties, the player and the team. If you are going to compete for a championship in the NFL, everyone needs to be on the same page, starting the first day of training camp. It will be interesting to see how quickly we start hearing about draft choices being signed. Keep a watch out for signing announcements.
For those of you who love top water action, this is the prime time. All the bugs are hatched and are on the top of the water, easy prey for the fish. I love fishing this time of the year, early morning and late afternoon.
If you have the ambition to learn to fly fish, there is no better time to learn. Get with someone who can give you the basics on fly fishing and then get to the nearest farm pond so you can practice your casting and retrieving techniques. The best part about this is you will catch top water feeding fish while learning how to master your fundamentals. A little reward will always keep you coming back. I know this, you will be one step ahead of your fishing partners or buddies. Ladies, you will love this type of fishing.
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