Jason Hill Is Probably Bothered By The Humidity
by Alfie Crow on Aug 9, 2011 2:00 PM EDT
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Aside from wide receivers Mike Thomas and Cecil Shorts, many Jacksonville Jaguars fans consider mid-season pick up Jason Hill to be a lock on the roster, and the other Jaguars starting wide receiver. Hill however, hasn't shown much in training camp thus far, and it has some fans worried.
Hill was claimed off waivers in November of the 2010 season and impressed the coaching staff in practice. With Mike Sims-Walker playing on a high ankle sprain much of the second half of the year, Hill found himself getting plenty of snaps in the receiver rotation. Hill flashed in the 4 games he played, showing the ability to get down the field and even caught a long touchdown pass. He looked like he was just buried with a new front office that didn't pick him with the San Francisco 49ers.
Last night on the Gene Smith Show on on WOKV, general manager Gene Smith touched on how disappointing Hill has been to start training camp. Smith made mention that a big part of Jason Hill's slow start was probably due to the Florida heat and humidity taking it's toll and a lack of OTA's. When I heard that, I kind of just grinned and shook my head. If it's getting to Hill that much this early, that's no good. It's only going to get worse before the humidity lets up. It can often be ultra-humid until early November in Jacksonville. If the humidity is bothering Hill to that extent, he should be limited in practice, which to my knowledge he's not.
Smith also made mention that the UDFA wide receiver group has looked very good. He lemented the fact that Armon Binns has been sidelined with a soft tissue injury. Binns and UDFA Jamar Newsome have looked very good in training camp, and I made mention that both will be tough cuts. It's possible the Jaguars do wind up keeping six wide receivers this season, even though that's not their standard operating procedure. Hill is going to need to have a nice preseason, or the worry is just going to get greater.
It does make me wonder however... If Jason Hill continues to struggle and the other young receivers don't, is he a lock to make the roster?
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I think all the worry about the national economy has him unfocused.
His stock holdings in SpongeTech are really bottoming out.
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Are they going to need to put him on the injury report?
Jones-Drew- Probable (Knee)
Garrard- Probable (Back)
Hill- Questionable(Humidity)
You can't reason with unreasonable people.
If you ain't first, you're last.
by JagsAlex87 on Aug 9, 2011 2:06 PM EDT reply actions 6 recs
REALLY? HUMIDITY?
So you sign with a team on the southern part of the East Coast and now you’re saying that humidity is bothering you?
Sorry man, you gots to go… that’s the weakest excuse for lack of production if I’ve ever heard it….
I’m born and raised in Baltimore… still live here and still a die hard Jaguars fan. Florida humity doesn’t have anything on Central Maryland humidity. Between the heat index caused by humidity in the summer that is ALWAYS above 70% and poor air quality by pollution its just brutal here all summer long. Hill needs to suck it up or he’ll be finding a new place to work come this season and we’ll be shopping for a new wide out…
per cityrating.com
Average Relative Humidity:
Jacksonville Relative Humidity (Morning) 89%
Jacksonville Relative Humidity (Afternoon) 56%
Average Relative Humidity:
Baltimore Relative Humidity (Morning) 77%
Baltimore Relative Humidity (Afternoon) 54%
Yeah, but the difference
is it’s our humidity combined with well over 100 degree heat mid-day with typically zero cloud cover. Please do not ever try to suggest Maryland is as hot and sticky as Florida.
by Carson Howell on Aug 9, 2011 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I promise you
the humidity sucks just as bad in Maryland. We had 100 degree days, mid-july, with the humidity hanging out around 80%. As soon as you walked outside in the morning, you were sweating. I’ve lived in Houston, Jacksonville and now Frederick, MD and I’m certain they are the most humid places in the world.
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
Everywhere else said I couldn't come back
;)
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
Taiwan’s humidity’s much worse. I get out of the airport and I’m immediately dripping sweat. I get out of the shower and I’m immediately dripping sweat. I breathe and I’m immediately dripping sweat.
Yeah, It’s humid here. I sweat when I’m in the pool. I love the humidity, though. I visited out west and I hated the dryness. My fingers all split open and every joint in my body hurt.
by Frank Martinez on Aug 10, 2011 6:57 PM EDT up reply actions
I hear ya brother
Moved from Jacksonville to Frederick and I still can’t believe how freaking humid it gets in Maryland.
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
moved from DC to Jax two years ago.
spent this summer in NYC. They all feel terrible in the summer. San Fran is a different story.
Hmmmm
I wonder if Gene is sort of questioning Hill’s toughness. Not that the off season games of tetherball really did much for the team, but perhaps if Hill was down here doing his track work and training the humidity would not be so much of an issue.
Maybe he could do some training in a sauna...
that would get him used to it.
Man, its like a sauna in here.
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Instead of sleeping in a hyperbaric chamber like many players...
he could sleep in a sauna.
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I have no idea where that ties into this....
but it sure made me laugh. You have got to hate a close talker, especially when its humid.
Now I remember....
I had forgot about the pretzels. As far as his wife having man hands (another great episode), if she is not bothered by humidity like him, maybe she would make a heck of a receiver with the big hands and all!
Kinda hot in these rhinos…..time to get some oxygen.
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by SALTWATERJAG on Aug 9, 2011 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
This could really be an issue
considering that that the average temp in SF is 62 and the average in JAC is what high 90’s with 60%-70% humidity. But as Joe said above if he’d stayed during the lockout he wouldn’t be having as big an issue with the humidity
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You can get bonus points
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Real fans don’t need a reason.
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by TheTealDeal on Aug 9, 2011 2:39 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
The brownie points are still baking in the oven
"HULU: An evil plot to destroy the world. Enjoy"
Real fans don’t need a reason.
Is it finally time to draft a QB?
by TheTealDeal on Aug 9, 2011 5:31 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I like to put more than points
in my brownies
They are magically delicious
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Real fans don’t need a reason.
Is it finally time to draft a QB?
by TheTealDeal on Aug 10, 2011 11:21 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
i don't think that Osgood is a lock to make the roster
Why waste a roster spot for someone that just plays special teams? We have plenty of good special teams players.
Can't stand the truth?
you're kidding, right?
someone’s gotta bring out the American flag
Seriously, special teams saved our ass in about 5 games last year.
by Joe Fisher on Aug 9, 2011 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
+1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjyACbMo82M
thats not even special teams, he foces those fumbles on kickoffs, like that 1 montel owens recovered. And he always get to the ball and downs the punt in the 5. If we lose him our special teams wont be as good, and we definitley need to keep him. Special Teams is one of our strong points.
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by rhettchrystal on Aug 9, 2011 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
+100
We would have lost the to The colts and raiders if it weren’t for special teams
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 2:49 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah, you're right
Special teams won us some games last year. I think it was a genius move by GM Gene to give us a top 3 group in Special Teams. Of all three phases, ST was dirt cheap to make elite and it won us some games. No way we let that slip.
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 2:59 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I'm glad you are pointing it out.
Our special teams are underappreciated. I said before the 2010 season that Our special teams will win us at least one game. Deji’s return, Scobee’s field goal, Osgood and Owen’s punt and kickoff coverage, and Podlesh’s punting probably got us at least 2 games more than we should have.
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 6:48 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
We'll see him in camp.
Maybe Shorts will get the nod? Hopefully not, but maybe Dillard, I can see him being a Desean Jackson(if he stays healthy)
"thanks for hating"
He doesn’t gave the speed to be a DeSean Jackson type…but he can jump with the best of ’em
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 2:50 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
4.5 40
42 1/2 vertical
13 bench reps
if he can stay healthy, he can make a good receiver, having solid speed, amazing hops, and good upper body strength(for receiver of his size). I feel this is his year to breakout(healthy) like MSW did.
"thanks for hating"
by rhettchrystal on Aug 9, 2011 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Rhett do you keep this stuff on file some place?
But i agree completely, I just hope he can be better than MSW.
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 2:53 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
nope
he was supposed to run between a 4.3-4.4(being supposedly clocked in at that in practices) but he was very skinny like 150-160 lbs, so when he bulked up,. he probably lost speed.
"thanks for hating"
by rhettchrystal on Aug 9, 2011 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I feel like Thomas and Shorts are going to carry our WRs this year
The rest of the spots i feel like are up for grabs based on preseason play. Hill is not a lock in my book
"I’m going to punish him. If he hits me, fine, but if I catch him, believe me, I’m going to get the better shot." - Fred Taylor
If Dillard can show he’s back from his injuries then he could a big part of the passing game
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 2:56 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Dillard a desean Jackson? LOL
The difference is Dillard’s glove are made of wood or some hard material that disallows him to catch the ball.
by Carson Howell on Aug 9, 2011 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions
It's so damn hot
Milk was a bad choice
by SexonvilleShaguars on Aug 9, 2011 2:48 PM EDT reply actions 6 recs
Thanks
glad someone else posts pictures. On another note, this site has gotten a lot funnier the last few days.
Its fun when we laugh with each other...
and not get our panties in a twist when we disagree.
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Oh one more highlight from the weekend
Getting my back popped by Rob Van Dam. For some reason my back was killing me, then he said, you mind if I get your back in line? Back has never felt better.
Probably because I've been on vacation....
Here's hoping we have NFL football in 2011
Ha!!!
I swear, I was wondering where pksiv was during the Garrard/Yo Gabba Gabbert discussions…
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Alfie's blood pressure just went up
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
Actually
I was here a couple weeks ago for those. But everyone was being pretty rational and seems to agree that while we all want improvement over the inconsistent Garrard, we’re willing to wait until the coaches believe that Gabbert is ready and we don’t have to force him in there.
But I am much more relaxed now after a whirlwind holiday that included the pit at the U2 concert in Heinz Field, a cabin in the North Georgia mountains, complete with hiking and whitewater rafting… and a rattlesnake sighting. And then this past weekend in Chicago for Lollapalooza and some amazing bands!
I’m very Zen now and I’ll even get to see the Jags next Thursday on TV here in Atlanta.
Here's hoping we have NFL football in 2011
Agree, can’t stand U2. Give me some RATM any day
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 6:04 PM EDT up reply actions
How/Why?
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 6:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Understand completely
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 6:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I agree with that
but surprisingly Bono was very pro-USA at this show.
Here's hoping we have NFL football in 2011
How about Jimi Hendrix or the Stones?
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 6:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Now you are talking!
That was what I grew up on (born in 73)…HAIR BANDS! The Crue, Twisted Sister, Poison, Ratt, Cinderella, Stryper, etc. Love, Love, LOVE AC/DC.
I also, was a huge “alternative” guy in HS and college. The Smiths are my absolute favorite band of all time.
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I just saw Poison/ Motley Crüe
Amazing. Best show I’ve seen in years.
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 6:53 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
They were in town up here
in Frederick a couple of weeks ago, didn’t get to go. Now I’m really bummed.
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
I love all those bands
but I don’t know Stryper.
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by rhettchrystal on Aug 10, 2011 12:27 AM EDT up reply actions
How about Pink Floyd or The Black Keys?
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Howlin' for you
Is my jam!
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by JagSoldier on Aug 9, 2011 3:20 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Man i love this quote!
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
Osgood
http://www.nfl.com/gamecenter/2010121203/2010/REG14/raiders@jaguars/watch
skip to 1:32, thats why we need tokeep Osgood.
"thanks for hating"
No Osgood stripped
and Montel recovered.
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by rhettchrystal on Aug 10, 2011 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions
montell
dove to strip it, and osgood tried from the other end, and he got it, montell recovered, but it did look like montell stripped it.
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by rhettchrystal on Aug 10, 2011 12:30 AM EDT up reply actions
ok so random side note
my friend just showed me, if you google image search “sunshine remember the titans”…Blaine Gabberts pic shows up on the second page lol
"I’m going to punish him. If he hits me, fine, but if I catch him, believe me, I’m going to get the better shot." - Fred Taylor
It's a sign
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 2:59 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
for the amount he's getting paid and how old he is?
No thanks.
Would rather of had the dude from San Diego, or GASP! just kept Mike Sims Walker
I wish we did have a guy who did a stretch inside...
gives us “street cred”…thats probably good for 2-3 wins during the season. Plus, we could save money by paying him in ciggarettes and honeybuns.
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Hahahahahahahahahaha
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 4:01 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
In his (fake) defense
San Francisco has really mild (read: cold) summers. Once winter rolls around, it’ll be on par with a San Francisco summer. Everyone I know from Northern California complain when it’s above 75, so why should he be any different?
You know where the humidity won't bother him?
In the unemployment line. They have air conditioning in those gov’t buildings.
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by JPQ! on Aug 9, 2011 3:09 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs
Take a salt tablet
Can we get a fan on him or something?
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
Once again, in Hill's defense...
it wasn’t Jason Hill who said the humidity was bothering him…it was Gene. So, maybe Gene’s talking out of his butt.
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Wasnt Gatoraide made in Florida?
Drink and go play!
by JagSoldier on Aug 9, 2011 3:23 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Yeah it was and UF still gets 15% of the profits
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 3:25 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
That's ALOT of money!!Gatorade is sold in pigmy land, and all over the world.
I really need to invent something! ;-0
"SALTWATERJAG"
just remember to patent it! lol
"Don't worry, don't be afraid, ever, because This is Just a Ride."
-Bill Hicks
by montanajagsfan on Aug 9, 2011 5:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah
The formula was developed by FSU ironically.
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 3:37 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
NoleAde?
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
I am so glad you posted this second comment....
or I was about to go off on you. Thats actually not bad……are you insane?
I wish I could have seen him posting.
When he realized what he had just typed, I bet he was scrambling to get that reply up there. LOL
ScalpEmAde?
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes."- Jack Handey
Sounds like a hotline for helping criminals
"HULU: An evil plot to destroy the world. Enjoy"
Real fans don’t need a reason.
Is it finally time to draft a QB?
by TheTealDeal on Aug 9, 2011 4:11 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Gatorade is just
Leftover bongwater from Will Hill.
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 6:58 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
And Janoris Jenkins
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 6:59 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
And Chris Martin
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 7:00 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
And Kendrick Johnson
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 7:01 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
And De'Ante Saunders
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 7:02 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
And Percy Harvin
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by DownTownJax on Aug 9, 2011 7:03 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Maybe the base formula.. I've tasted the noleade..not as good imo.
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by SALTWATERJAG on Aug 9, 2011 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions
We do have cheerleaders
Just stop thinking about guys for a while.
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by DownTownJax on Aug 10, 2011 9:11 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
All it means is that he needs a little bit to become acclimated.
When I was in the Marine Corps and got sent to Hawaii, we had a 30 window to get acclimated before we had to take a PFT (physical fitness test). Just means that it’s relevant, and he needs a month or so to adjust. It hinders performance. If you’ve played sports in say, Mississippi, and then live in Arizona, where I am now, you’ll notice the differences in climate. Don’t be so quick to pass judgment.
What you said made sense...
I’m just suggesting that he should’ve made a point to acclimate himself, since he’s been waived once already. This is probably his last real shot.
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I hear the humidity is a lot lower up in Canada
Especially places like Winnipeg and Saskatchewan.
Shouldn't be a problem
this Thursday. Jason Hill is going to be out of excuses if he doesn’t show up at the NE preseason game. It’s supposed to be in the low 60s at kickoff.
ROCK, FLAG and EAGLE!!
No one's a lock
Not in the Gene Smith era. If you can’t cut the mustard the mustard cuts you.
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