In a land of limited internets - where the connections really are like a series of tubes...

I go away and come back to a training camp in full swing.  Much better than the early part of July I dare say.  Here are my quick takes about what I've caught up on so far.

First off, Westbrook's contract situation:  Westy has a legit beef.  If you read the PFP, the numbers the Football Outsiders guys crunch suggest that BWest really was the best back in the NFL last year.  I've long felt that he deserved a raise, perhaps not 30mil guaranteed, but a raise would be more than appropriate.  I think Derek has a really sound idea, too bad he isn't the Eagles front office and Brian's agent.

Secondly, Shawn Andrews - Man.  Take your time and get better. 

Next, Victor Abiamiri and Chris Clemons.  Darren Howard?  Anyone?   I was pretty confident that the backup long snapper would make the team before I left.  Now- I'm damn near certain.  I suppose I'm in the minority, but for some reason, I like the guy and I like the effort (I perceive) he's put in during the offseason.  I like his versatility - DE/DT - I suspect he makes the team at the cost of Montae Reagor.  I actually am not too worried about Vic's injury.  We all know that JP was going to make the team and we also know that he has a history of being somewhat tired in the second half of the season, right when Abiamiri should be coming back to full strength.

Around the league.  

• I have one request - WILL SOMEONE PLEASE PUT AN END TO THE BRETT FAVRE MELODRAMA.  I had really hoped that storyline would be finished by now. 
  
• Jason Taylor a Skin - Thanks Dan.
  
• Shockey a Saint?  Sweet.

Finally, speaking of the Pro Football Prospectus, what a tremendous ally on a long airplane flight.  It's interesting enough to while away the moments you're awake, and there are enough statistics to help you fall asleep with ease.  I absolutely recommend it to anyone with a long commute and people who just can't get enough of the numbers behind the game. 

It's good to be back - I'm looking forward to watching some bad football played by young players on Friday.