Matt Ryan “Backed Down” From Brent Grimes
March 14th, 2016
Dirk Koetter shared a Falcons story today about new cornerback Brent Grimes.
Make no mistake, the Bucs added a big-time player in cornerback Brent Grimes, a guy that came with the Tampa Bay coaching staff having serious inside knowledge of his ability and practice habits.
Grimes was introduced today at One Buc Palace, flanked by Dirk Koetter and general manager Jason Licht.
Koetter, the former Falcons offensive coordinator, shared a gem from his days across from Grimes.
“I know first-hand from my time going against Brent in Atlanta in practice. You know, I haven’t seen Matt Ryan back down from too many corners,” Koetter said. “But Matt would tell me every day, we can’t throw this route on that side because Grimes is over there.’ And I’d [say,] ‘What? We can go against that guy”
“I think he had about 15 picks that first season I was there.”
In addition to loving the Grimes signing, Joe loves what Grime’s presence can mean for the development of America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston.
March 14th, 2016 at 11:22 am
“Joe loves what Grime’s presence can mean for the development of America’s Quarterback, Jameis Winston”
Great point!!!
March 14th, 2016 at 11:26 am
Wowhe’ll beJameis Winstons biggest rival in practice but at the end of the day best friends making each other better.Winston practicing against him might be even more valuable than having brent on game da .I love his wifeI would love to sit with her own game day we will attack rrival fans like none other.Tampaaaaaaaaaa
March 14th, 2016 at 11:37 am
He sure didnt make Tannehill better…
March 14th, 2016 at 12:07 pm
I mean can QB that played WR in college really be made better??? Just curious.
March 14th, 2016 at 1:02 pm
I love what it can mean for the development of the rest of our DB’s. Grimes swagger and toughness are sure to rub off. I look for much better years from Banks and Verner because of the Grimes signing. I feel like we’re getting more than just Grimes talent on the fieldd…he is a geniuine vet who wants to win!!!
March 14th, 2016 at 1:40 pm
I’ve been Grimed into thinking that this guy is going to help the Bucs.
March 14th, 2016 at 2:23 pm
I’m wit you St.Pete, I’m lovin that element of attitude and swag being added into the equation. Gotta have some of that on NFL level.
March 14th, 2016 at 5:07 pm
How old is Grimes again?
March 14th, 2016 at 6:01 pm
@dreambig
He ancient(32). But he plays like he’s a young BUC!!! (Pun intended)
March 15th, 2016 at 10:58 am
[…] FLOWERY BRANCH – Tampa Bay introduced former Falcons cornerback Brent Grimes in a press conference yesterday and head coach Dirk Koetter fired a few shots at Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Our pals at JoeBucsFan.com sent this along. […]
March 15th, 2016 at 10:58 am
[…] FLOWERY BRANCH – Tampa Bay introduced former Falcons cornerback Brent Grimes in a press conference yesterday and head coach Dirk Koetter fired a few shots at Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Our pals at JoeBucsFan.com sent this along. […]
March 15th, 2016 at 8:24 pm
…Bayyyyyy
just for you Buco!
March 16th, 2016 at 6:33 am
Lets not sleep on the fact that the new DB’s coach Maxie coached Verner in Tennessee that led to his one and only Pro Bowl showing. If he can get the swagger back in Verner, than I think we have a solid backfield. Still waiting on a great safety though.
March 16th, 2016 at 8:01 am
[…] 4. KOETTER ON RYAN: Tampa Bay introduced former Falcons cornerback Brent Grimes in a press conference yesterday and head coach Dirk Koetter fired a few shots at Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Our pals at JoeBucsFan.com sent this along. […]
March 16th, 2016 at 8:10 am
[…] 4. KOETTER ON RYAN: Tampa Bay introduced former Falcons cornerback Brent Grimes in a press conference yesterday and head coach Dirk Koetter fired a few shots at Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Our pals at JoeBucsFan.com sent this along. […]